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Bowen -- Joy A. Bowen, 68, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away Thursday, March 9, 2000. She is survived by her four daughters, Joy Ann Merker of Arvado, CO, Brenda Hardy of Albuquerque, Sondra Harbaugh and husband, Scott of Albuquerque, Stephanie Dohrmann and husband, Jerry of Castro Valley, CA; two sons, Kevin Bowen and wife, Sara of Albuquerque and Patrick Bowen; nine grandchildren; one sister, Karene Krauel and husband, Herman Krauel; three brothers, Jim Flowers, Emmett Flowers and Tom Flowers. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and will be dearly missed. Memorial Services will be held, Monday, 1:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Minister Herman Krauel officiating.
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Brown -- Final Visitation for Mrs. Emma S. Brown will be Monday morning in the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna NW from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Father Joel Garner. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of arrangements.
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Campbell -- Ruth Aylene Campbell, a resident of Albuquerque since 1931, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 11, 2000 following a short illness. She is survived by her son, Robert"Bob" Campbell and wife, Kay of Albuquerque; daughter, Joyce Harris and husband, Willie, of Placitas; seven grandchildren, Sean Campbell and wife, Leanne, Shannon Usiak and husband, Wayne, Cortney Campbell, Colin Campbell and wife, Lil, Lauren Gleason and husband, Mark, Chad Harris and wife, Aleta and Wendy Harada and husband, Mark. Ruth leaves 14 great-grandchildren, Rhiannon, Jordyn, Chelsea, Colton, Jesse, Kristin, Eden, Ryan, Christopher, Holly, Kyle, Tyler, Jordan and Brandon; several nieces, nephews; other relatives and many, many friends. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Charles Clifford Campbell. Ruth was born in Perrin, TX. She married Cliff Campbell in July, 1930. They moved to Albuquerque in 1931. She retired from Albuquerque Lumber in 1958. She was a charter member of Fruit Avenue Baptist Church where she was active for sixty-five years. She belonged to the Good Sam Club, Palo Duro Senior Center, Bear Canyon Senior Center, Highland Senior Center and Los Volcanoes Senior Center. She had been a resident at Carestone Assisted Living since 1998 where she remained active until recently and will be remembered by her friends there for the little prayer rocks she gave to everyone. She was known as the"can lady" for collecting aluminum cans for"Dogs for the Deaf" and was awarded the"Golden Halo Plaque" in 1993 from the New Mexico Good Sam Club for her outstanding work. Her family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Carestone and Lovelace Hospice for their extraordinary care, love and compassion as they helped her leave this earthly life peacefully and with dignity. Services will be held at French Mortuary, University Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 2:00 p.m., with Chaplain Paul T. Gleason officiating. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Pat Evans, Bob Cummins, Dr. Randy Carey, Dr. Paul Lambert, James M. Beall, and Leon Bostic. Honorary pallbearers will be the Good Sam Clubs. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Shoud friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Dogs for the Deaf, 10175 Wheeler Rd., Central Point, OR, 97502. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Cordova -- Richard G. Cordova, 27, a resident of Alameda, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 10, 2000. He was a member of Nativity of Blessed Virgin Parish and he worked as a carpenter for Albuquerque Drywall. He was preceded in death by his sister, Maria Elena. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Amadita; brothers, John and Gerald; sister, Valerie; grandparents, Ray and Eva Cordova, and Valentine Sanchez; and aunts, uncles, and cousins. Rosary will be held at Alameda Mortuary, Sunday and Monday, at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Parish at 10:30 a.m., with Fr. Juan Montoya, Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Pete Montoya, Jessie Montano, Joe Cordova, Roger Sanchez, Rick Sanchez and Isaac Montano. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Cordova and Chris Cordova.
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Darr -- Juliet Darr, 82, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2000. She is survived by her son, Walter S. Darr III and wife, Karen of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Gretchen Darr of Albuquerque and Jill Darr Schalchlin of Lubbock, Texas. Private services have taken place. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming, in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Darrell -- Robert"Bob" Darrell, age 73, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Thursday, March 9, 2000. He is survived by his son, Dave Darrell and wife, Michelle of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Kailei Reanne of Albuquerque; grandson, Joshua Robert of Albuquerque; sister, Irene Bird of Seattle, WA; and many nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia in 1996. He was a loving father and grandfather (Paka). He was also an accomplished pilot. He was in the United States Air Force, as a military policeman and served during three wars, retiring after 20 years. Presently he held the rank of Corp. Sgt. Major in the Salvation Army. He was a good Christian, he loved his Lord very much and served him well. Services will be held Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 10:00 a.m., French Mortuary - Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE, Captain Julie Beachamp, officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, at 3:00 p.m., Santa Fe, NM. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Davis -- Wendell E. Davis, age 92, a long time employee of Sandia Corporation and a resident of Albuquerque since 1942, passed away on 3-10-00. He is survived by two sons, O.J. Davis and Allen Davis and wife, Ruth; two sisters, Inez Wallace and husband Leonard, and June Miller; four grandchildren, Cindy Houghton and husband, Richard, Buffy Bruskas and husband, Bill, Chris Davis and wife, Christine, and Lori Davis; five great-grandchildren, Kayla, Stephanie and Mallory Bruskas, and Alexandria and Andrew Houghton. A private memorial service was held on Sunday, March 12. Cremation arrangements were provided by Sunrise Society, 891-8200
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Dickerson -- Julius Paul (Tiny) Dickerson, 71, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, died Thursday, March 9, 2000. He is survived by his daughter, Paula Sue Ralston and husband, Thomas of Albuquerque; step-son, James Milton Higgins of California; grandchildren, Jeannette Kay Stanich and husband, Zion and Ginger Louise Brown, all of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Terry Isaac Brown, Thomas Isaiah Brown, Tyler Israel Brown, Ralston Keith Stanich, all of Albuquerque; and sister-in-law, Leona Dickerson of Forney, TX. He was preceded in death by his wife, Olive Elaine Dickerson, son, Joseph Michael Dickerson; and daughter, Linda Kae Dickerson. Mr. Dickerson was a longtime member of Central Assembly of God and he was most recently attending Bethel Heritage Church. He formerly managed the Diamond Shamrock service station at Louisiana and Trumbull and later owned and operated Tiny's Automotive. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Monday, March 13, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at Bethel Heritage Church, 7800 Holbrook NE, with Glen Johnston, Walter Kaye and Reggie Greene officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Heritage Church, 7800 Holbrook NE 87112. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Ellis -- Ada Ellis, age 89, a resident of Albuquerque, born in Kansas, died March 10, 2000 in her home. She is survived by her niece, Geri E. Davidson and her great-niece, Linda Latimer. A celebration of Ada's life will be held March 22, 2000 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in her home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to any Animal Humane Association. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Franchini -- Oreste J."Rusty" Franchini, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, 83, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, March 10, 2000. He is survived by his daughter, Lynne Peckinpaugh and husband, Dennis; granddaughter, Michele Peckinpaugh and Anthony Velarde, all of Albuquerque; grandson, David Peckinpaugh and wife, Maureen Tansey of St. Johnsbury, VT; sister, Jeanette Devoti and husband, Frank; sister-in-law, Mickey Franchini, all of Albuquerque and several nieces, nephews and special friends. Mr. Franchini was preceded in death 14 days prior by his wife, Rose D. Franchini; and brothers, Frank Franchini and Remo Franchini; and parents, Ovidio and Argia Franchini. He was formerly a co-owner of Franchini Brothers Delicatessen and Catering at Lomas and University, which was treasured by family, friends and patrons for many decades. Mr. Franchini was a WWII Veteran, having served in the U.S. Army. He was in the European Theatre and was a Sgt. Major in a Combat Engineer Battalion. Mr. Franchini was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. He was also a member of St. Vincent DePaul Society; Knights of Columbus; Elks Lodge; UNM alumni where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity; and ItalAmer Men's Club. Rosary will be recited Sunday, 7:30 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be David Devoti, Greg Franchini, Keith Franchini, Kevin Franchini, Donald Devoti, Danny Franchini, John Franchini and Tom Franchini. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Parkinson's Disease Association, 1250 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305; American Cancer Society, Attn: Melissa Vialpando, 5800 Lomas NE 87110; or to Manzano Del Sol Good Samaritan Village, 5201 Roma Ave. NE 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Gabbard -- Myrtle Irene Gabbard, widow of James C. Gabbard Sr., died in her home on March 9, 2000. She is survived by her son, James C. Gabbard Jr.; and daughters, Sheryl L. Brewer and Laurence (Laurie) Coates; brother, Earl Thomas of Washington, DC; sister, Alene Martinez of Anadarko, OK; grandchildren, Edward (Eddie) Brewer IV, Rachel Mirelse; and her most loved and cherished great-grandchildren, Mekala Mirelse and Jaiden Isiah Brewer. Mrs. Gabbard, originally from Anadarko, OK, and her late husband, both federal careerist made Albuquerque their home. She was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Mrs. Gabbard, a devout Christian, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE, at 9:00 a.m., Monday, March 13, 2000. James Gabbard, Eddie Brewer, Bruce Parker, Albert Redd, Dewayne Mariano, Benjamin Caswell will serve as pallbearers. She will be interred beside her husband in Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE, following the services. Mrs. Gabbard suffered kidney disease and would wish donations be made to the Kidney Foundation of New Mexico, 4919 Prospect Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Gonzalez -- In Loving Memory of Greg and Sara Gonzalez who passed away March 13, 1976. It's only a grave that still needs care but they who we love so much are sleeping there. Some may forget them now that they are gone but we will remember them no matter how long. Loving memories never die. As years roll on and days pass by, deep in our hearts a memory is kept of the ones we love and will never forget. Sadly missed by Mom and Dad, Fred and Gertrude Gonzalez
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Green -- Pearl T. Green, 87, an Albuquerque resident since 1975, died Friday, March 10, 2000. Mrs. Green is survived by her husband of 63 years, Homer D. Green of Albuquerque; son, Homer D. Green, Jr. of Albuquerque; daughter, Marjorie E. Lynch and husband, Brendan of Calverton, MD; grandchildren, Kelly Davenport and husband, Jeff, of Baltimore, MD, Kimberly Scull and husband, Brian of Silver Spring, MD, Daniel P. Lynch of Columbia, MD, Sean T. Lynch and wife, Jennifer Lavan of Bethesda, MD and Erin C. Taylor and husband, Brice of Germantown, MD; great-grandchildren, Nathan Treichel, Brendan Davenport, Daniel Scull, Amanda Scull, Kyle Taylor and Paige Taylor; brother, Ben Taylor of Phoenix, AZ. Mrs. Green was a graduate of Haskell College in Lawrence, KS. She began her career with the US Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs on the Navajo Indian Reservation in Window Rock, AZ, subsequently retiring from the BIA in 1975 in Washington, D.C. She was a member of Desert Rose Chapter, Order of Eastern Star and of the Daughters of the Nile in Albuquerque and of the Tall Cedar-Cedarettes in Hyattsville, MD. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 13, 2000 at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel with Pastor Rick Donaho, officiating. Interment will take place in Hiawatha Cemetery in Hiawatha, Kansas. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE, #101, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Gurule -- Ezequel"Shorty" Gurule, 83, passed away March 11, 2000. He was preceded in death by son, Leon Gurule. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Celia Gurule; daughter, Cecilia Martinez and husband, Robert; three grandchildren, Roxanna, Rosemarie, Rosella; seven great-grandchildren; one great-grand grandson; numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Memorial Services will be held at San Felipe de Neri Church with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14, 2000. Mass at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, and burial following at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Direct Funeral Services, 343-8008, 2919 4th NW
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Hanrahan -- In loving memory of Walter James Hanrahan, 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1976. Loving husband of Arlene; beloved father to Kerry Stabe and husband, Reed, John Hanrahan, Kimberley Shelby and husband, Michael, Robert Hanrahan and wife, Amy, Kelley Schneberger and husband, Paul; beloved grandfather to Gary, Shay, Zachary, Chelsey, Katherine, Ryan and Steven; and brother to Michael Hanrahan and wife, Esther. Walter served in the Army and Air force and was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He retired as a Lieutenant from the Bernalillo County Sheriffs Office. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge #68 and Santa Fe Perfection. Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW, with Fr. John Conway, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be Michael Shelby, Paul Schneberger, Gary Lyons, Joe Collins, Michael Hanrahan and Richard Sawin. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday from 6:00 p.m. until time of Rosary."Rest in peach in your journey into your new life." The family requests donations be made to the American Heart Association, NM Affiliate, 6301 Forest Hills Dr. NE, 87109 or the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE, #101, 87108. French Mortury, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Janson -- Rita Janson, born in Brooklet, GA, April 3, 1915, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 11, 2000. She is survived by her son, Charles R. Janson and wife, Feliz of Albuquerque; 3 grandsons, Sean and wife, Michelle, Patrick and wife, Heather, and Christoper; 3 great-grandchildren; and one sister; and 2 brothers of Houston, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen George Janson, Jr. Mrs. Janson was a member of 1st Baptist Church. Funeral Services will be held in Austin, TX. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE
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Leyba -- JOSEFITA LEYBA Happy Birthday Mother We miss you so much. Your Family
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Martinez -- Mela Martinez, age 86, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque died on Saturday, March 11, 2000. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Jose A.C. Martinez; sons, Crescencio Martinez and wife, Lydia; Rueben Martinez and wife, Maggie of Albuquerque; Flavio Martinez and wife, Delores of Rush City, Minnesota; eleven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and brother, Joseph A. Duran of Albuquerque. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Mrs. Martinez was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Visitation will be held Monday, March 13, 2000 at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary to be recited at French Mortuary Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N.E. at 7:00 p.m. with Sophia Gurule reciting. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 11:30 a.m., Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee, N.E. with burial following at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandchildren. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N.E.
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Mckinnon -- ShellieIn Memory of Shellie 4-19-71 to 3-12-94God gave us this beautiful package of joy to have and hold for such a very short time. My life will never be the same. Shellie gave and will always give me the strength to face another day. I love you, Shellie. Love, Mom
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Montano -- Mary E. Montano, 83, a lifelong resident of Bernalillo passed away on Saturday at a local hospital. Mrs. Montano is preceded in death by her mother, Abran Trujillo and three son's, Sammy, Rudy, and Joseph. She is survived by her loving husband, Daniel Montano; and one son, Oswald Gonzales. Also surviving are one brother, Celez; one sister, Marie Padilla; a god child, Sylvia Griego; seven grandchildren, Henry Gonzales, Corina Gonzales, David Gonzales, Nadine Gonzales, Joey Lopez, Rudy Gonzales Jr., Paul Gonzales, and extended family members, Vincent Sena, Geraldine Sena, Heather Sena and Samual Sena. Mary enjoyed working in her garden. Visitations will be Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11:00 a.m. also at the Church. Pallbearers will be Jesse James Casuas, Tony Lucero, Joey Lopez, Bobby Quiroz, Rudy Casuas, Joshua Quiroz. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Apodaca, Eddie Jaramillo, and Vincent Rodriguez. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street. Norbert"Ray" Baldonado Jr.
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Navarro -- Emilia V. Navarro, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 years, died Friday, March 10, 2000, on her 97th birthday. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews, and many close friends who will greatly miss her love and generosity. Emilia was preceded in death by her husband, J.J. Navarro in 1986. She was a member of Ascension Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, March 13, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Church of the Ascension, with Father Edmund Savilla as Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Frank Tabor, Eddie Servan, Dr. Philip Jackson Jr., Danny Cuaron and Mark Cuaron. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Richards -- Kent Richards, 58, passed away suddenly in Tucson, Arizona on Thursday, March 9, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Peggy; sons, Troy (Katarina) Richards and Trace (Monica, grandchildren, Vanessa and Eric) Richards of Tucson; daughter, Tara Richards of Dallas; parents, Rick and Berna Richards of Albuquerque; sister, Janet (Ron, niece, Tamara and nephew, Trevin) Janser of Albuquerque; mother-in-law, Dorothy Donato of Bullhead City, AZ; and brother-in-law, Carl (Nancy) Donato of Scottsdale, AZ; as well as numerous other relatives. Retired since 1996, Kent and Peggy traveled in a RV searching for golf sites and spending their extra time in Angel Fire and Tucson. He impacted many children in Albuquerque through his involvement with sports, including YAFL and Roadrunner Little League. This"gentle-giant" spread love and generosity to his grandchildren and family for years. Kent will remain an inspiration to his family and friends, and will be loved and missed forever. Kent was cremated in Tucson and memorial services will be held at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy NE, in Albuquerque, on Wednesday, March 15, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. At the families' request, all memorial donations may be made in Kent's name to the Arizona's Children Foundation, 2700 S. 8th Street, Tucson, AZ 85713.
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Sena -- Lucinda (Lucy) Sean a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away Saturday, March 11, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Rose and Rita Sena, Connie Dungan and husband, Jim; grandchildren, Dr. Joseph M. Dungan III and wife, Lucille of San Antonio, Texas, Patricia Miller and husband, David of Albuquerque, Vincent Gregg Dungan and wife, Lillian of Waco, Texas, and John Mark Dungan of Albuquerque; great-great grandchildren, Jessica, Jonathan and Joanne Miller, Mathew and James Gungan and Brian and Bridget Dungan. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at the Queen of Peace Chapel, 1420 San Pedro NE. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dr. Joseph M. Dungan III, Vincent Gregg Dungan, John Mark Dungan, David Miller and Mathew Dungan. Honorary pallbearers will be J.M. Dungan Jr., Brian Dungan, and Rudy Miller. Visitations will be held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Monday at 4:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary Chapel, 400 3rd St SW.
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Senasack -- Florence Senasack, 79, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 10 years, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2000. Florence was born May 15, 1920 in Newcastle, Maine the daughter of Frank Haines and Eva Lizzie Hammond. Florence came to New Mexico from Florida. She was married to Leroy A. Senasack in South Paris, Maine on December 22, 1945. Leroy preceded her in death in 1982. Florence was a graduate of Paris High School, Paris, Maine, 1939, graduate of Maryland Institute of Art, 1946 in Baltimore, Maryland. She had worked for the Maine Unemployment Association in Augusta, ME; elected to Central Maryland Health System Agency, Baltimore, MD for five and one half years; Florence had also been a Girl Scout Leader. Florence is survived by two children, David Leroy Senasack and wife, Beverly of Rio Rancho, Linda Florence Senasack of Baltimore, MD; four grandchildren, Stephanie Capri Senasack of Albuquerque, Edward D.J. Senasack, Amber Joy Senasack, Audrey Lynn Senasack all of Rio Rancho. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, March 15, 2000 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with Rev. Tim Neustifter and Rev. Mark Conkling officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Rio Rancho United Methodist Church Foundation, Capital Improvement, Rio Rancho United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 15070, Rio Rancho, NM 87174. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Van Dusen -- Beatrice Julia"Bee" Van Dusen, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1993, died Wednesday, March 8, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Roy R. Van Dusen Jr.; a brother, Leonard Strauss of Chicopee, Mass.; and two nieces and a nephew, including Susan Collins of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by son, Lt. Roy R. Van Dusen III. Bee was born in New York City and grew up in White Plains, New York, where she graduated from high school in 1937. In World War II, she served in the Women's Army Corps at Ft. Benning, Georgia, where she was married in 1945. She traveled widely with her Army officer husband, living in Taiwan, Germany and Hong King. She received her Bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland when she lived in Columbia, Maryland in 1978. Services were private, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Assn.
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Vigil -- Mrs. Virginia Vigil died Friday in Albuquerque at the age of 88. She is preceded in death by her husband, Filiberto Vigil; brother, Delfinio Martinez; sister, Augustina Martinez; parents, Petrita and Alfredo Martinez; son, Joe Vigil; and daughter, Mary Vigil. Mrs. Vigil is survived by her son, Santos Vigil; daughter, Crucita Gallegos; nine grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Memorial Services for Mrs. Vigil will be held on Monday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. by Father Rodriguez. Inurement will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A Memorial Rosary was held on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Williams -- Cora B. Williams, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away March 9, 2000. She is survived by her son, Otis N. Williams and wife, Marjorie Jean Williams of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and 25 great-great grandchildren all of Albuquerque; two nephews of Texas; one nephew of Chicago, IL; and one niece of Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Williams; son, Harvey Eugene (Duke) Williams; and grandson, Ronald Craig (Rudy). Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, March 15, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at Macedonia Baptist Church, 1509 Edith SE, with Rev. R.J. Knight officiating. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959 
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