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Apodaca -- Mr. Fred M. Apodaca, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 14, 2000. Mr. Apodaca was the beloved husband of 58 years to Mrs. Mary M. Apodaca. He is also survived by two daughters, Frances Apodaca and Mary Lita Baca and husband, John; four sons, Freddie Apodaca and Olivia, Ben Apodaca and wife, Lorraine, Charles Apodaca and wife, Rosemarie and Richard J. Apodaca and Cathy; one sister, Lilly Armijo; one brother, Vincente Apodaca Sr.; brother-in-law, Andy Montoya and wife, Tillie; 15 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Albert Benjamin Apodaca. Mr. Apodaca was a member of the Catholic Church, a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II. Being in the construction business, Fred helped build the church of the Ascension. He was also a Mayordome at San Andres in Los Padillas and a life member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Augustine Church in Isleta with visitation after 6:30 p.m. Charlotte Baca reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning, 11:00 a.m., at St. Augustine Church with final viewing at the church after 10:30 a.m. Father Nick Nirschl, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Los Padillas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Enrico Apodaca, Charlie Apodaca, Jason Baca, Jon Paul Baca, Steve Apodaca and Vincent Apodaca Jr. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Baca -- Mary S. Baca, 68, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, was called home to be with the Lord, Monday, March 13, 2000. Mrs. Baca was born on April 11, 1931 to the late Isidro P. and Frances Sanchez; she was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque; a parishioner of the Church of the Ascension; she enjoyed playing the machines at the casino; and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Santos Baca of the family home; two sons, Santos Baca Jr. and wife, Kathy, Joseph Baca and wife, Lillian; two daughters, Nancy Chavez and husband, Steve, Annette Maez and husband, Conrad; her precious grandchildren, Santos Baca III, Tony Lee Baca, Maryanna Baca, Joseph Baca Jr., Steve Chavez Jr., Tanya Chavez, Anjannette Maez and Diondra Maez; two great-grandchildren, Amaday and Lorenzo Baca. Also surviving are two brothers, Ralph C. Sanchez and wife, Lydia of Barstow, CA, Silverio and his family of Albuquerque; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Nep C. Sanchez and her family; a brother-in-law, Nago Vallez and his family; and several nieces, nephews and other family members. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the Church of the Ascension. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at Los Padillas Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Santos Baca III, Tony Lee Baca, Steve Vallez, Issac Sanchez, Albie Sanchez and Joseph Baca Jr. Honorary bearers will be Frank Sanchez and Ray Sanchez. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Brusseau -- Donald C. Brusseau, 65, a former resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, March 11, 2000 in Peoria, Arizona. Mr. Brusseau is survived by his wife, Ramona Flores Brusseau of Peoria, AZ; daughter, Veronica Ramey of Albuquerque; son, Charles Brusseau of Tijeras; four grandchildren; sisters, Louise Anderson and Peggy O'Neill, both of Illinois; brother, Joseph Brusseau of Illinois. His parents, Wilfred and Stella Brusseau, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 16, 2000 at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Burt -- Samuel Burt, 95, a resident of Albuquerque since 1945, died Tuesday, March 14, 2000. He is survived by his daughter, Alice Mabel Johnson and husband, Johnny of Powtukett, RI; grandchildren, Karen Caldwell, Cheryl Jordan, and Susan Froment; great-grandchildren, Jessica Jordan, Laura Caldwell, Brent Caldwell, and Jamie Froment; and brothers, Arthur, Robert, and Donald. He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Exzina Burt in 1996. Mr. Burt was a member of Los Altos Church of the Nazarene and was treasurer for eight of those years. Mr. Burt was proud of his perfect Sunday School attendance and proudly displayed his ribbons. Services will be held Thursday, March 16, 2000, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Rev. Cecil L. Gray officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Conwell -- Elizabeth Charles Conwell, age 86, died March 14, 2000. She moved to Albuquerque in 1936 from Canon, TX. Mrs. Conwell is survived by her daughters, Betty J. Ruff and husband, Ray L. of Albuquerque, Billie Ann Morrissey of Phoenix, AZ; sisters, Lorraine Brown and husband, Gus of Riverside, CA, Lola Sabin of Midwest City, OK; seven grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, W.C. Charles in 1959; her second husband, Neal Conwell in 1991; and her son-in-law, Robert D. Morrissey, Lt. Col. USAF (M.I.A. 1972). She had a great love for gardening, and enjoyed the outdoors and fishing. Visitation will be held Friday, March 17, 2000, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, march 18, 2000, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. A graveside service will be held Saturday, March 18, 2000 at 1:30 p.m. in Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE, with Larry Pierson officiating. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Crompton -- Joseph Crompton, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 11, 2000. He was born June 4, 1915 in Oak Park, Illinois to Grace Preble and Joseph Crompton. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Cora; their three children, Lorelei Romney and husband, Bryan of Murray, UT; Alison Jones and husband, Allen of Albuquerque, and Joseph Crompton IV and wife, Lisa of Superior, CO. Joseph and Cora have eight grandchildren, Ashley Romney Lukes, Justin, Erin, Meagan and Laura Romney of Murray, UT; Matthew Jones and wife, Yvette of Provo, UT; Lindsay Jones of Albuquerque, and Joseph Crompton V of Superior, CO. He is also survived by his sister, Grace Kemper and husband, John, and nephew, John E. Kemper of Longboat Key, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents; and infant grandson, Scott Crompton Jones. Joseph graduated from the Colorado School of Mines and was an engineer at Sandia Laboratories for 27 years. After retiring in 1980, Joseph and his wife enjoyed extensive traveling. He was an active member of the Coronado Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Services will be held Thursday, March 16 at 10:00 a.m. in the Haines St. Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 5709 Haines Ave. NE. Visitation will be held at the Haines St. Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 9:30 until time of service. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE, is in charge of arrangements.
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Delgado -- Adrienne Boudreau Delgado, loving wife, mother and grandmother, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Monday, March 13, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Moises C. Delgado; daughters, Bonnie Wood, Patricia Hicks and husband, Bruce, all of Albuquerque and Terry Delgado Osterman and husband, Paul of Houston, TX; sons, Richard Delgado and wife, Beth of Houston, TX, Robert Delgado and wife, Evonne and James Delgado, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Diana Perry and husband, Ken, Jeremy Hicks, Emily Hicks, and Brianne Delgado, all of Albuquerque, Alan Wood of N. Hollywood, CA, Debi Stinger and husband, Devin of Tualatin, OR, Michael Bagg of San Francisco, CA, Kathryn Hurst and husband, Greg of Fountain Hills, AZ, and Ann Delgado of Houston, TX; sisters, Annabelle Greenfeldt and husband, Lester of DePere, WI, Susan Plourde of Saco, ME and Anne Nadeau and husband, Nel of Biddeford, ME; brother, William Boudreau and wife, Connie of Plantville, CT; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Delgado met her husband of 57 years when he was stationed in Maine with the Army during WWII. She was a longtime member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and she had a great love for the Lord. Mrs. Delgado was known for her beautiful singing voice, and sang with a charismatic prayer group. She excelled at needlework and loved arts and crafts. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon George Valverde reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW, with Father Ramon Aragon, Celebrant. Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bruce Hicks, Richard Delgado, Robert Delgado, Devin Stinger, Ken Perry, Michael Bagg, Jeremy Hicks and Archie Dow. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 3:30 p.m. until Rosary.
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Esposito -- Gloria Esposito passed away March 12, 2000 in Rio Rancho. She was a resident of Rio Rancho for 25 years and a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish. Preceded in death by her husband, Louis Esposito; she is survived by her three daughters, Pat MacMillan and husband, John of Lakeland, FL, Barbara Ahern of Rio Rancho, and Helen Hollan and husband, Ron of Rio Rancho; five grandchildren, Geri Voytek, John MacMillan, Kenneth Erhard, Mary Ahern, Erin Hollan; and six great-grandchildren. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church on Friday, March 17, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Fairfax -- Juliana D. Fairfax, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1972 died, Monday, March 13, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Eugene Fairfax of the family home; daughters, Michele Pettyjohn and husband, Robert of Oak Harber, WA, Charlotte Chambliss and husband, Richard of Jacksonville, FL and Jean Marie Hanke and husband, Dick of Irving, TX; sons, Eugene G. Fairfax Jr., and wife, Edna of Mexico City, Mexico and Michael R. Fairfax of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Duke City bridge club. Mrs. Fairfax enjoyed knitting and gave many of her works to various charity organizations including, UNMH newborns, Marine Christmas Drive and she also worked a booth at many crafts shows with her handmade toys. Memorial services will be held, Friday, 4:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School Rd. NE, Suite 310, 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Freno -- Octava"Ann" Freno, 82, passed away March 14, 2000. She was born in Alva, Oklahoma, had resided in Albuquerque since 1944, and retired from Sandia Base. She was a past president of A.B.W.A. and a member of N.A.R.F.E. Ann is survived by her son, Karl Samuelson of Albuquerque; daughter, Janice Pollack and husband, Lawrence of Omaha, NE; four grandchildren, Jena, Karl Jr., Bryan, and Kristal; four great-grandchildren, Taya-Nicole, Chelsea, David, Dylan, and other family and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial service will be held in the chapel of First Presbyterian Church, 212 Locust NE at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 17, 2000. Interment will be in Alva, Oklahoma. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Gordon -- Ashley Michelle Gordon, 17, born December 3, 1982 in Houston, Texas to Bob and Shari Gordon was tragically taken from us on Monday, March 13, 2000. Ashley is survived by her parents, Bob and Shari Gordon; brother, Brandon; grandmother, Lorraine Gordon of Albuquerque; uncles, Richard Gordon of New York City, NY, James Sharpe of Albuquerque; aunts, Suzanne Thompson and husband, Robert of East Wenatchee, WA, Sally Gillespie of El Paso, TX; cousins, Karla Gustafsson and husband, Mats of Wenatchee, WA, Stacy Thompson of Scottsdale, AZ, Kari Thompson of Ellensburg, WA, Leah Sharpe of Albuquerque, Eric Gillespie and wife, Julie of Baytown, TX, Jason Gillespie and wife, Libby of Dallas, TX, Chad Gillespie of San Antonio, TX; and a host of friends. Friends may call at Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home, 18000 I-45 South, Conroe, TX, on Thursday, March 16, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 16, 2000 in the funeral home chapel with Pastor John David Walt officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Park The Woodlands Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Green -- William Julian Green, age 67, a resident of Albuquerque for 8 years, died suddenly Tuesday, March 14, 2000. Mr. Green was born in Leaf, Mississippi to Evon and Leona Green. Mr. Green served 20 years in the United States Air Force and 20 years in the United States Border Patrol as a pilot. He is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Angeline; and two beloved daughters, Kathleen A. Raught and husband, William, Elizabeth A. Green, all of Albuquerque; two grandsons, John William Geier and Kevin Thomas Geier; brothers, Anthony Green of San Antonio, TX, Lloyd Green of Nashville, TN; a sister, Marguerite Scarborough of Mobile, AL; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Erasmo and Martha Garza; and numerous nephews and nieces. Bill, as he was known to his friends, loved fishing, boating and gardening, but his greatest joy was flying for the U.S. Border Patrol. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, March 16, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Church, 5311 Phoenix NE, with Pat Schafer reciting. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, March 17, 2000, 11:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Church with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Pallbearers are Mike Lockhart, Mike Albon, Clem Lewis, Ron Johnson, Loren Nichols, and Daniel Garza. Honorary pallbearers are Henry Garza, Larry Garza, James Garza, Eddie Padilla, Jr. and Terran Vigil. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, March 16, 2000, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
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Lovato -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Emma M. Lovato will be celebrated this morning, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Martinez -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Erlinda L. Martinez will be celebrated this morning, 9:00 a.m., at the St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Chilili Cemetery in Chilili, NM. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
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Martinez -- To our Beloved Mother and Grandmother, VILIA L. MARTINEZ You left us a year ago. We miss you as much as if it were yesterday. And we all love you more than ever. Your daughters, sons, and grandchildren
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Merritt -- Hugh R. Merritt, 63, a resident of Albuquerque for nine years, died Wednesday, March 15, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Marsha J. Merritt of Albuquerque; son, Michael Merritt of Albuquerque; sister, Holly Antosz of Chandler, AZ; aunt, Betty J. White of Oklahoma City, OK; and niece, Lynn Fantle and husband, Barry of Maryland. He was active in the Insurance Industry and most recently Charter Insurance Company. Mr. Merritt was a member of the Lions Club in Illinois. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Service will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Foundation, 525 San Pedro NE, #101, 87108. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Murda -- In loving memory of Jennie F. Murda, 85, and Frank B. Murda, 85, longtime residents of Rio Rancho, were called home to be with Our Lord. Jennie passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2000. Jennie was born June 26, 1914, the daughter of Dominic and Artemisio Malone Fosco in Charleston, West Virginia. Frank B. Murda was called to be with Our Lord on Tuesday, March 14, 2000. Frank was born September 8, 1914, the son of Joseph and Elisabeth Rosatti Murda in Chicago, Illinois. They were preceded in death by a grandson, Johnny Fairchild. They are survived by two loving daughters, Patricia Gawel and husband, Gerald of Albuquerque, Jeanine Tamble and husband, Jim of Illinois; three grandchildren, Kevin Gawel and wife, Doreen, Kim Fairchild and Kenneth Gawel; four great-grandchildren, Michael Gawel, Pamela Fairchild, Brittany Gawel and Kelli Gawel; Jennie's two brothers, William Fosco and wife, Ina, and Albert Fosco; Frank's sister, Stella Bellissimo; niece and nephews, Katie, Frank and Tommy Bellissimo, as well as numerous relatives and friends. Frank and Jennie were deeply caring, father, mother, grandfather, grandmother, and great-grandparents, and will be deeply missed by all who's lives they touched. Their family expresses their heartfelt gratitude to the caring and compassionate staff at Sandia Hospice. The visitation for Frank and Jennie will be held on Thursday, March 16, 2000, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the service on Friday, March 17, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Entombment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Kevin Gawel, Michael Gawel, Dave Whillans, Steve Montoya, Jeff Fairchild, and Terry Story. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to Sandia Hospice, 4725 Indian School Rd. NE, Suite 100, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Pitt -- Charles"Charlie" Martin Pitt Jr., 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1977, died Saturday, March 11, 2000. He was preceded in death by his domestic partner, Kenny Anderson. He is survived by Kenny's grandchildren, Nat and Robbie Pendergraft, Samantha Sedgwick, Michael and Meisje Anderson; and numerous friends. Charlie served with the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II and was a C-47 pilot with Troop Carrier Command. Following active duty, he served in the reserves earning the final rank of Captain. He received his B.S.B. Degree in 1946 from Oklahoma City University, was a Certified Internal Auditor, and a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors. Charlie worked as an auditor for 30 years. His latest audit position was with the Internal Audit Department of The University of New Mexico from 1977 until his retirement in 1985. He lived at 1609 Princeton until June of 1999, when he moved to Westland House Assisted Living Facility. Charlie always had a good joke to give us a laugh and will be dearly missed by his friends. Services will be held Saturday, March 18, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at the University of New Mexico Alumni Memorial Chapel, on the UNM Campus. Interment will take place at Prairie Lawn Cemetery, Wellington, KS. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Romero -- Samuel"Sam" Romero, 72, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, March 13, 2000. He is survived by his daughter, Duina Tanner and husband, Cliff of Albuquerque; sons, Linden Romero of Roswell, Samuel Romero of Rio Rancho, Roland Romero and wife, Denise, Timothy Romero and wife, Donna, and Vince Romero and wife, Patricia, all of Albuquerque; brothers, Joseph Romero and wife, Suzanna of Alamogordo; sister, Pauline Diaz and husband, George of Houston, TX; 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Deloris Ruth Romero. He was a school bus driver for A.P.S., and was a member of the American Legion 13 and V.F.W. He served his country in the U.S. Army during Korea. Sam retired from Creamland Dairies, National Guard and Teamsters. He was also a member of First Spanish Fruit Ave. Baptist Church. Services will be held Thursday, 12:00 p.m., at First Spanish Fruit Ave. Baptist Church, 2804 Bel Air Dr. NE, with Pastor Bernie Moraga officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe. Visitation will be held Thursday, one hour prior to service. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Sanchez -- In Loving Memory JULIUS ANTONIO SANCHEZ March 16, 1981 - July 28, 1998Happy Birthday Mijo We love and miss you so much Mother Shirley, Brother Raymond and your new nephew Jacob Julius SanchezIN GOOD HANDS It seems like only yesterday we crossed the street together And with his little hand in mine we faced the stormy weather. We shared the laughter and the fun, and sometimes there were tears, And I was happy to be there to chase his childhood fears. In retrospect, I can't believe how quickly time has flown, and with a mother's pride I see how fine my son has grown. No longer shall I lead the way; his hand is larger than mine. And so, dear Lord, I place his hand forever into Thine.
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Schulz -- Mary P. (Ship) Schulz, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, March 15, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Susanne Rex of Albuquerque, Vicki Evans of Dover, TN, and Sarah Devous of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Joanna Hendrichsen and Carrie Zellers, both of Albuquerque, Kathryn Hawthorne of Oklahoma, Karen Hawthorne of California and Calvin Hawthorne of Roswell; and great-grandchildren, Raven Zellers of Albuquerque, Jennifer and Carmen Hawthorne, both of California, Kristen, Jimmy, Krystal, and Sheryl Hawthorne, all of Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hollis H. Schulz; and daughters, Carol Schulz, Sally Schulz, and Sherrill Elizabeth Hawthorne. Mrs. Schulz was born Mary Phillips Fry, in Abilene, TX on May 2, 1913, where her father, Dr. W.F. Fry was Head of Bible Chair at Hardin-Simmons University. She graduated from Abilene High School in 1930 and moved to Austin, TX, where she attended the University of Texas for two semesters. Mrs. Schulz was joined in marriage to Hollis Henry Schulz, of Austin, TX on March 7, 1935; her father, Dr. W.F. Fry, performed the ceremony. They lived in Austin and in San Antonio, TX, where her husband had a career in sports. During World War II, Mr. and Mrs. Schulz lived in Bonham and Sherman, TX. They adopted their daughter, Sherrill Elizabeth while living there. A career move with the Veterans Hospital brought the Schulz's to Albuquerque in 1950. Mrs. Schulz remained a homemaker for many years, and then began a career as a salesperson-decorator for The Maple Shoppe on Lomas Blvd. After seven years with The Maple Shoppe, Mrs. Schulz launched her own decorating-antique business,"The Country American House" on San Mateo; she later moved her business to Golden, NM. She was an active member of First Baptist Church for over 40 years, working mainly with teen and youth groups. She was a member of the Albuquerque Christian Women's Club, American Institute of Decorators, and was an active participant in local school"career days". Several local decorators are protégées of Mrs. Schulz's "Shades of Ship", (as designated by her customers). Services are pending and will be held at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, date and time will be announced. Private interment will take place next to her husband at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Because she always said,"give flowers to the living", it was her desire that remembrances be given to Inlow Youth Camp of NM, c/o Baptist Convention of NM, PO Box 485, Albuquerque, NM 87103. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Silva -- Gloria Silva, 45, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, passed away March 14, 2000. She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Encarnacion"Carny" Silva Sr.; daughter, Terri Duran and husband, Mike; son, Encarnacion"Carny Jr." Silva; step-father, George Hernandez, all of Albuquerque; four brothers; four sisters; and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 17, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Victory Love Fellowship, with Pastor Rob Carmen officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Stepleton -- Sandra S. Stepleton, age 60, died unexpectedly of cancer on March 11, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Bonnie Stepleton and her husband, Arnold Klein and their daughters, Corrina and Cynthia Stepleton; her son, John Stepleton and his wife, Diana and their son, Miles; brother, Ron Gould and his wife, Judy of Farmington; and nieces and nephews, Jennifer Johnson, Joanna Clark, and Michael Gould. She was a loving mother and doting grandmother. She will be missed by friends and family. There will be a Memorial service March 18, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming NE, with Ed Mabrito, officiating. A reception will follow at her home. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the ARC of New Mexico, 3655 Carlisle NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110-1644, (505) 883-4630. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Vallejos -- Funeral services for Mrs. Sofia Vallejos at the St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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West -- Gloria Sais West, 60, a resident of Belen, peacefully joined our Lord after a long illness on Wednesday, March 15, 2000. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, George West in 1979; her father, Leo in 1998; and her brother, Orlando in 1999. She is survived by her loving son, John West of Albuquerque; her mother, Carmen Sais of the family home in Belen; her two sisters, Eileen Nowlin and husband, Ed of Huntsville, AL, Patricia Armendariz and husband, Ruben of Huntington Beach, CA; her three brothers, Lloyd Sais and wife, Lucille, Arturo Sais, all of Belen, and Rey Sais of Ft. Worth, TX; two uncles, Ernest Sais and wife, Ida of Belen and Sesario Castillo and wife, Maria of Springerville, AZ. Gloria is also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. A visitation will be held on Thursday, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Roy Storey, Larry Montano, Gilbert Garcia, Gil and Casey Cordova and Albert Sanchez. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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