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Barboa -- ROSE S. BARBOA APRIL 2, 1996 Mama, Our Angel, your years have now past, how can it be, for it feels like only yesterday, we were all laughing and conversing with one another. We miss you so very, very much. We always feel your presence with us, protecting and guiding us. Daddy, Jerry, and Carla are all embraced in your loving arms, how beautiful. We miss you all so very, very much. Mama, never leave us, we love you all so much and miss you all. Your Loving, Children and Grandbabies
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Breehl -- Patricia Daniels Breehl, 77, passed away on Monday, March 27, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Darrell J. Breehl. Mrs. Breehl was raised in Louisville, KY and obtained a Bachelors degree from the University of Louisville. There will be no funeral services. Those wishing to make donations in her name, may send them to the charity of your choice. Sunrise Society is in charge of cremation arrangements, 891-8200.
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Brown -- Nancy Ann Brown, 99, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away March 29, 2000. She is survived by her sons, Billie McCane and Marvin Whitaker; daughters, Mattie West and Jean Adair; five grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. She was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Brown will be Monday, April 3, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 1509 Edith SE, with Rev. N.D. Smith officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Bruegger -- Usher L. Bruegger, 83, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1973, passed away Monday, March 27, 2000. He was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Helen Sanford Bruegger; loving daughter, Alyce Marie Bruegger Gray; and sister, Barbara Dopkins. He is survived by his daughters, Kathy Bruegger Beyer and husband, Robert of Webster, WI and Cheryl Bruegger Vallejos and husband, Richard of Bernalillo; granddaughter, April Vallejos Cordova; grandsons, Kenneth Gray and Richard Gray Jr. of Cleveland, OH, Jared Vallejos and wife, Antoinette of Denver, CO, Christopher Michael Vallejos; brother George Bruegger of Florida, Edith Barber of Minnesota, and brother, Robert Bruegger of New Jersey; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His reminishing of family and life accomplishments will be remembered by us all, always. His ashes are in Albuquerque, but his soul will be in Wisconsin.
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Campagna -- Ruth Merriam Campagna, 94, a resident of Albuquerque died Tuesday, March 28, 2000. She is survived by her cousin, Richard E. Burnett of Albuquerque. Mrs. Campagna was a member of The Daughters of the American Revolution, Lew Wallace Chapter of the National Secretaries Association in Albuquerque, Daughters of the Nile, White Shrine, American Legion Auxiliary, and The Business and Professional Women's Clubs in Arizona and New Mexico. Services will be held Monday, 10:30 a.m. at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with The Rev. Canon Albert W. Tarbell officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Campbell -- Linda Ann Campbell, 48, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away Friday morning, March 31, 2000 after a courageous battle cancer. Linda was a beloved partner, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Linda was born June 28, 1951 in Waterford, Michigan. Linda loved in the Albuquerque area for the last 15 years of her life. Linda graduated from Kendall School of Design with a degree in Interior Design, and then Aquinis College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Prior to moving to Albuquerque, Linda lived and worked in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where she worked with an architectural firm. Later Linda worked with Westinghouse in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Linda relocated to the Albuquerque area in 1984 to work with Honeywell as a space and production planner. Linda also worked for Digital as an engineering assistant and for Sandia National Laboratories and Department of Energy as a Land Use Specialist. Most recently, Linda was Production Planner and Space Planner for Peak Sensor Systems. She will be missed and fondly remembered by her partner, Pamela Ward and daughters, Charlotte and Kimberly; grandson, William; brothers, Bert Peardon and Bob Paolina; her mother, Dorothy Campbell; brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Bonnie Campbell; nieces and nephew, Carrie, Emily and Thomas Campbell, and many, many very special friends. Linda's father, Perry Campbell, preceded Linda in death in 1981. We are comforted by knowing Perry his his favorite fishing buddy back. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Michael's and All Angels Episcopal Church located at 601 Montano NW, Albuquerque, NM on Monday, April 3, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. A reception will follow in the church parish hall. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation in care of St. Michael's to be given to the Anita Saiz Fund sponsored by Lovelace Hospital in support of providing breast examination services to underprivileged women. Linda's final resting place will be on St. Joseph Island, Ontario, Canada in her family plot. Direct Funeral Services, 343-8008, 2919 4th NW
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Cappuccilli -- Gino G. Cappuccilli, 54, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord, Friday, march 24, 2000. He was born on March 3, 1946 in Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl L. Cappuccilli Sr. of Albuquerque; and his step-father, Fabian J. Carney of El Paso, TX. He is survived by his loving mother, June E. Carney of El Paso, TX; a brother, Carl R. Cappuccilli of San Jose, CA; and two sons, Giovani, 5 and Royce, 4 of Flagstaff, AZ. Gino was a respected uncle to Jeffrey, Christopher, Michael and Nicholas Cappuccilli and Gina M. Wagley. Gino's livelihood was automobiles. He built, raced, customized, bought and sold them. He also engineered and built concept vehicles for new car manufacturers. He first developed his passion for automobiles as a youngster, racing in soap box derbies. He loved the great outdoors, big game hunting and fishing. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial service will be given at Calvary Chapel Southeast, 1215 Hazeldine SE, Albuquerque, on Thursday, April 6, 2000, at 3:00 p.m. A reception will follow for family and friends.
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Castleman -- Kenneth Ray"Bo" Castleman, 67, a resident of Belen, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2000. He was preceded in death by his loving parents; three brothers; and two sisters. He is survived by his loving wife, Winnie Castleman of 43 years; his daughters, Karen Ray Bernauer and her husband, Steve, Kathy Herring and her husband, Chad and Kimberly Ann Mares; his two grandsons, Korey Coombs and Kolten Herring; his granddaughter, Kristin Mares; his two sisters, Faye Gardner and her husband, Syl and Delilah McGuire and her husband Pete. Bo is also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Cremation has taken place. Please contact Romero Funeral Home for service times at 864-8501. Donations may be made to the UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center at 900 Camino de Salud NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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Christopher -- Mrs. Evelyn Montez Hawkins Christopher, 84, a former resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, April 1, 2000. She resided since 1984 in the Atlanta area. Mrs. Christopher was a native of Alabama and a graduate of the University of Alabama. During World War II, she served in the communications branch of the U.S. Navy. She lived in Atlanta during the 1950's. She resided in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Tuscaloosa, Alabama before her return to Atlanta in 1984. She is survived by her son, Thomas, daughter-in-law, Elaine; grandchildren, Charles Lawrence, 4, and Catherine Elaine, 2; and her brother, Herston, all of Atlanta. Memorial Services will be held at St. Anne's Episcopal Church in Atlanta on Wednesday, April 5, at 2:00 p.m. Contributions in lieu of flowers please, may be made to St. Anne's Episcopal Church of Atlanta or to the Evelyn Christopher Fund at the University of Alabama Law School. Arrangements by H.M. Patterson & Son Arlington Chapel, 173 Allen Rd., Sandy Spring, GA 30328. (404) 851-9900
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De Herrera -- The family of Miss Margaret M. De Herrera wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this difficult time in their lives. Funeral Services were in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Deiss -- Wilhelmina Deiss, a celebration of her life will be held Monday, April 3, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 210 Alvarado SE, at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Heffelfinger officiating. Lunch will follow at Furrs Cafeteria. Her ashes will be interred at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Wilhelmina was born February 21, 1912 to Hermann and Anna Lorenzen, St. John's, Maryland. She married Robert Henry Deiss June 21, 1941 in Washington, DC. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1954 where she lived until moving to Denton, TX to be with her daughter, Martha."Willy" passed away September 18, 1999, peacefully. She is also survived by grandsons, Bradley and Kevin Delahunty, both currently residing in Seattle, WA. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army, Redeemer Lutheran Church, St. Paul's Lutheran Church and University Center Building Fund, Denton, TX, or the organization of the giver's choice. Please join our praise to God for her 87 years with us.
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Freshman -- Carol Lenor Freshman, 56, a resident of Los Lunas, died on Sunday, March 26 at V.A. Hospital in Albuquerque. Carol received her electrical engineering degree with honors from the University of Pittsburgh. After completing her Air Force tour at KAFB she held technical positions at General Dynamics, Hughes and Sandia National Labs. She owned and operated Thor Computers and was later joined by business partner Fred Feagin. Her mother and father, Charles and Sarah Gross Freshman, preceded Carol in death. She is survived by son, David Feagin of California; granddaughter, Cotijo; and grandson, Logan; aunts, uncles and cousins throughout the country; companion, Michaele Connors of the home, the Connors family; and her beloved dog,"Atlee." Following cremation she will be interred at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial services are pending. Carol was a supporter of Guide Dogs for the Blind, Career Change Dept. Contributions may be made in her behalf, in lieu of flowers, 800-295-4050. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Gabrys -- Lilly Elaine Gabrys died, Saturday, March 18, 2000. She is survived by her parents, Kirby and Elaine Gabrys of Albuquerque; sisters, Lara Willow and Violet Skye; brother, Forrest Reed of Albuquerque; grandparents, Ed and Sylvia Gabrys of Lodi, CA and Denzil and Lilly Hart of Colton, CA; uncle, Clint Gabrys and wife, Andrea; aunt, Maria Gabrys; and uncles, Ron Hart and wife, Minda and Peter Hart. Private graveside services were held Saturday. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Griego -- In Loving Memory of JERRY GRIEGO August 17, 1943 - April 2, 1994 Love and Miss You Geronimo.Eleanor, Joanna, & Victor
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Gunderson -- Rolland Michael Gunderson, age 45, passed away in Auburn, California on March 17, 2000. He was born March 23, 1954, a native of Albuquerque and longtime resident of Alaska. He attended Valley High School, served in the U.S. Air Force, and was a Civil Service Supervisor in Alaska for 28 years. He was a member of the American Legion Post #11, Moose and Elks Lodges. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, and will be missed by his many friends in Alaska and New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rolland and Hazel; and sister, Edwina Sue Howard. He is survived by his wife, Marie; and daughter, Racheal, both of Alaska; his sisters, Wanda E. Tedford of Animas, NM, Nina M. Lewis of Beaverton, OR, Lori Gunderson of Albuquerque, Sally Mestas of Albuquerque and Polly Cox of Los Lunas; and his brother, Pete Evans of N. San Juan, CA; and his many, many nieces and nephews. Officiating will be his beloved nephew/brother at heart, Patrick A. Tedford. Memorial services will be held on Monday, April 3, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at the Veterans National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM, with the Veterans Honor Guard.
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Gutierrez -- Memorial services for Mr. Domingo L. Gutierrez will be conducted today, 3:00 p.m., at the Power House Church of God, 6235 Churchhill Rd. SW. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Jaramillo -- Linda M. Jaramillo, 56, a 23-year resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, March 29, 2000. Mrs. Jaramillo was born on March 25, 1944 in Santa Fe, NM. She was a former long time resident of Los Alamos. She is survived by her husband, Joe Jaramillo; daughters, Felicia McCamey and husband, Steven, Yvette Jaramillo, Brandy Martinez and husband, Martin; seven grandchildren; mother, Rose Maestas Maes and husband, Bennie, all of Albuquerque; brothers, Larry Maestas and wife, Bella of Littleton, CO and Arthur Maestas and wife, Susan of Albuquerque; sisters, Judy McGurn and husband, John and Elaine Vigil, all of Albuquerque; mother-in-law, Drucilla Jaramillo of Los Alamos. She was preceded in death by her father, Porfirio (Sparky) Maestas. Linda was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Monday, April 3, 2000 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro, NE, #101, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Lucero -- Lola M. Lucero, 92, died on March 30, 2000 in Albuquerque. She was born in Alameda, NM, to Melquides and Lucianita Mata Martinez. Her husband, F.C. Lucero, preceded her in death in 1985. She is survived by her son, Joe Lucero and wife, Joy of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Kurt Lucero and wife, Jodie and Kristin Lucero, all of Albuquerque; a great-grandchild, Sarah; and many nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and friends. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with Rosary being recited at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, April 2, 2000 at Chapel of Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, followed by burial in San Carlos Cemetery in Alameda. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Lucero Sanchez -- Mrs. Belia O. Lucero Sanchez died Thursday in Albuquerque at the age of 50. Mrs. Lucero Sanchez is survived by her husband, Modesto Sanchez; son, David Sanchez; daughter, Wendi Sanchez; mother-in-law, Sebastiana Sanchez; brothers, Waldo Lucero, Modesto Lucero and Danny Lucero; and sisters, Annie, Carmen Barboa, Nancy Sedillo and Chris Garcia. Funeral Services for Mrs. Lucero Sanchez will be held on Tuesday at the Holy Child Catholic Church in Tijeras where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Juan Tomas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ernest Flores, Anthony Chavez, James Ruelas, Pat Lucero, David Sedillo, Delaine Ames. Honorary pallbearers will be Bobby Garcia and Aban Lucero. Visitation will be on Monday 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A Rosary for Mrs. Lucero Sanchez will be recited on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Luciani -- Ulisses Dominic"Julie" Luciani, 86, beloved husband, father, brother and Friend, a resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully after a long illness on Thursday evening, March 30, 2000. He was the son of Italian Immigrants, Nicola Luciani and Angelina Scaramucci who came from Fabriano, Italy to this country in 1910. He was preceded in death by his son from a previous marriage, Ralph Luciani and his two brothers, Attilo"Chin" and Aristodemo"Demo" Luciani. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Alica Martinez Luciani of Albuquerque; his three daughters, Joann Luciani Brantley and husband, Hank of Dallas, TX, Yolanda Luciani Garcia and husband, John, Sylvana Luciani; his son, Geno Luciani and wife, Dorothy, all of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his daughter from a previous marriage Dianna Luciani and his loving brother Nicolas"Babs" Luciani and wife, Louisa all of Albuquerque. He will be missed dearly but always remembered by his grandchildren, Kerry and husband, Hal McClure of Jacksonville, FL, Shauna and husband, Todd McCoy, of Orlando, FL, Dominic Garcia and wife, Stephanie, Janna Garcia, Jo Vanna Garcia, Naomi and husband, Joe Vasquez, Natalia and Gabriel Luciani and great-grandchildren, Halle and Connor McClure, Kylee McCoy, and Julian Garcia. He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Marcos, Nicolas and Wendy Luciani and great-grandchildren Nicolas and Christian Luciani all of Long Beach, CA as well as his many nieces and nephews. Julie spent most of his early years working for his father in the coal mining and lumber business in norther New Mexico. He was an avid outdoorsman known for his hunting and fishing skills. He never tired of telling humorous stories of the early days when he and his brothers worked in the coal mines of his hunting and fishing adventures. He was fluent in three languages: Italian, Spanish and English. He touched many lives with his friendly and outgoing manner and will be greatly missed. Julie retired from the New Mexico State Highway Department after twenty-five years as a road engineer. The Rosary Prayer Service will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln, Rio Rancho. The Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 5, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Church, 300 Mildred Ave., Albuquerque, followed by committal services at Vista Verde Memorial Park Cremation Garden. The family asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Ulisses Luciani memory to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920
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Montoya -- Daniel Montoya 68, a resident of Rio Rancho passed away March 30, 2000. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cornelia Montoya on Sept 6, 1997. He is survived by five daughters: Janet Hernandez and husband, Juan, Cathy Romero and husband, Freddie, Marlene Jaramillo and husband, Orlando, Renee Montoya-Guerva and husband, Gerald, and Connie Holman and husband, Scott; Two Sons Johnny Gutierrez, and Manuel Barreras and wife, Bertha; five stepsons: Tommy Madrid, Alex Trujillo, Onofre Velarde, Gilbert Velarde, Rick Velarde and; also surviving are two Godchildren, Magdeline Gallegos, and Dominic Montoya; Thirtyone grandchildren; and 1 great-grandChild; two sisters, Helen Savala and Consuelo Perea; and two brothers, Fidel Montoya, and Abel Montoya. A rosary will be recited Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment to follow at the San Carlos Cemetery. Friends may visit Monday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Alameda Mortuary. Pallbearers will be Scott Holman, Jose Montoya, Manuel Barreras, Anthony Montoya, Frank Perea, and Orlando Jaramillo. Services are entrusted to the Alameda Mortuary, 898-3160, Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P.
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Murphy -- Douglas E. Murphy was born on September 25, 1926, in Milford, Utah to Edith (Teen) Rowley Murphy and Douglas Murphy. Doug joined the Navy during WWII and served from May 4, 1944 to September 3, 1947. He started in submarine training then switched to surface vessels in the South Pacific. After the Navy, he worked at the Blue Angel (NYC), then attended Arizona State, Utah State, sold magazines, became a husband and father, and worked for Utah Parks Co. Change took him again to hotels and restaurants, including opening and managing luxury sites in Bermuda, the Bahamas, Washington DC, and San Francisco. Clines Corners didn't need a motel, but Doug stayed to run the retail operation until his retirement. Doug died March 29, 2000, from cancer. He leaves his wife of 21 years, Joyce Benfell-Murphy; daughter, Dee; son, Doug; seven grandchildren; three step-daughters; and one step-son. Doug was a member of Hiram Lodge, Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple, was a Past Director of R.O.O.J., and a Past Exalted Ruler B.O.O.E. He was a long-time fixed-wing pilot, a hot air balloon pilot, and member of Shrine Aeronauts. Doug had many friends in all walks of life and will be much missed by family and friends, far and near. Donations to Shrine Childrens Hospitals, in lieu of flowers, PO Box 8410, Albuquerque 87198. Memorial Service will be held at Ballut Abyad Center, 6600 Zuni SE, at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, 2000.
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Naranjo -- Mrs. Gertrude Naranjo, 94, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home in the arms of her loving family on March 29, 2000. Mrs. Naranjo is survived by one son, Delfin Naranjo; two daughters, Estella Espinoza and husband, Manuel and Agnes Metzger and husband, Archie; 14 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delfin Naranjo Sr.; a daughter, Margaret Garcia; and a son, Arthur Louis Naranjo. Mrs. Naranjo was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Sunday afternoon, 4:00 p.m., at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter NE, with visitation after 3:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning, 11:00 a.m., at San Ignacio Church with final visitation at the church after 10:30 a.m. Father Gene Gries, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ernie Metzger, Kevin Romero, Budgie Naranjo, Mike Lopez, Rudy Naranjo and Larry Naranjo. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Phillips -- Mary Ella Phillips, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, died Thursday, March 30, 2000, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. Mary was born on December 7, 1912, in Velasco, TX to Bobo Woodruff and Gertrude Mae Carter Woodruff. Mary is survived by her daughter, Noel (Tina) Banks and husband, Charles (Chuck) and their daughter, Tiffany; and daughter, Rita Berry and her daughter, Jessica. She was preceded in death by her son, Kyle C. Phillips, Jr., leaving his wife, Betty and family. Mary was a member of Heights Christian Church. She had been a member of San Marcial Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star since 1957. She was one of the first female Real Estate Brokers in Albuquerque and retired from her business in 1974, at which time she was able to realize her dream of world travel. Services will be held Monday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University NE, with Pastor Lynn Taylor officiating. Private entombment will take place. Pallbearers will be Don Davis, Pete Espinosa, Tony Deck and Louis Kerschion. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 500 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. A special thank you to Angela Johnson of Vermont Manor and Jessica Corley and staff of Delta Hospice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Sanchez -- Manuel T. Sanchez, 98, a resident of Albuquerque for 95 years, died Wednesday, March 29, 2000. He is survived by his daughters, Clara Martinez and husband, Richard, and Gloria Sena and husband, Ralph; son, Dr. Robert Sanchez and wife, Eleanor F. Sanchez, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Rick Martinez, Dan Martinez and wife, Renee, all of Albuquerque, Chuck Sena and wife, Sandy of Dallas, TX, Dr. Robert B. Sanchez and wife, Leanne, Linda Perea and husband, Michael, Dr. Gary Sanchez and wife, Julie, Dr. Greg Sanchez and wife, Kate, and Leslie Sanchez, all of Albuquerque; and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Felicitas Sanchez. Mr. Sanchez owned Manuel's Food Market in Martineztown for over 75 years. He was an active member of the Democratic Party, serving as Bernalillo County Democratic Chairman, NM State License Distributor for Bernalillo County, and Democratic Ward Chairman for 72 years. Mr. Sanchez is acknowledged in the Library of Congress as the longest continually elected official in the United States. He was closely associated with, Governors Clyde Tingley, Tom Mabry and John Simms among others. He enjoyed horse racing, and sharing his humor with his friends. Services will be held Monday, 10:30 a.m., at Mt. Calvary Cemetery Chapel, 1900 Edith NE, with Deacon Bob Lewis officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mr. Sanchez's grandsons. Honorary pallbearer will be Charles Spann. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Santillanes -- One Year Anniversary Memorial Mass for Evelyn"Lynn - Ma" Santillanes will be celebrated Thursday, April 6, 2000 at Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 7807 Edith NE at 5:30 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend.
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Schramm -- Leonard Darrell Schramm, died March 30, 2000, at his son's home in Edgewood. He was born on January 23, 1918 the son of Jenny and Fred and birth mother, Madeline Drummond. Father of Carolyn Bruzewski, Kenneth Schramm and his wife, Betty, Douglas Schramm and his wife, Constance Roy, Lorinda Schramm, Melissa Tivvis and Timothy Schramm; grandfather of Cindy, Greg, Darrol, Karen, Cheryl, Steven, Kimberly, Curtis and Leslie; great-grandfather of Ben, Holly, Ian, Valerie, Bethanie, Kayleigh and Jacob. He was preceded in death by wives, Grace Reviere and Lillian Matthews and his brother, Robert. Mr. Schramm started out as cop in Bay City Michigan and had a radio program called"Sgt. Safety". During WWII he served as a sharpshooter instructor and an MP. Mr. Schramm went on the Michigan Turnpike Association then Blue Cross & Blue Shield. In 1964 starting working at the White House on the Equal Opportunities in Housing Commission as a coordinator for national conferences. He became a compliance investigator for discrimination at HUD. Mr. Schramm retired to Albuquerque in 1984. Services will be held, Tuesday, 12:30 p.m. at Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 11:00 a.m. till service time. The family asks in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Alzheimers Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Never say goodbye just say so long.
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Silva -- Luis Silva, our beloved Luis is now running with the Angels. Luis Silva, 45, a resident of Peralta, NM passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2000 after a brief illness. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Parish in Peralta. Luis was employed by Keers Environmental and graduated from T.V.I. as an Environmental Technician. Luis was preceded in death by his parents, Luisa Salazar Silva of Lincoln, NM and Dennis Silva of Fierro, NM. He is survived by his loving wife, Gloria Montoya Silva; his two sons, John Paul, and Daniel Silva and daughter, Marie; his sisters, Elizabeth Silva Aragon and her husband, Anthony of Los Lunas, Eva Silva Yotter and her husband, Tony of Albuquerque, Emily Silva Ford of Portales, Lucia Silva of Amarillo, Dianna Silva-Gutierrez of Albuquerque; his brothers, Lauro Silva and his wife, Magdalena, Jose Silva, Miguel Silva, Adam Silva, and Steve Silva and his wife, Michelle, Dionicio Silva and his wife, Lydia; his 40 nieces and nephews; 25 great-nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many loving aunts, cousins, and friends. A Viewing will be held on Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Sangre de Cristo Church of Valencia followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday at 9:00 a.m. also at the Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church. Interment will take place in the Lincoln Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Gurule, Camilo Renteria, Rigoberto Holguin, Jason and Larry Ford, Jody Nix. The family will be receiving visitors at Anthony and Elizabeth Aragon's residence in Peralta. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Stricklin -- Jimmy L."Chief" Stricklin, 66, of Albuquerque, died in a motorcycle accident, doing what he loved to do, on Sunday, March 26, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Pierrette. He is also survived by his children; Mark and his wife, Susan of Waukegan, IL., Daniel and his wife, Mary Helen of Ivins, UT, Gregory and his wife, Romaine of Albuquerque, Laurent and his wife, Brenda of Fountain Hill, AZ, Patricia Barker and her husband, Donald of Mesa AZ; ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; seven sisters, LuEarl Stricklin, Sudie Deavours and her husband, Thomas, Nina Ruth Jackson, Betty Jean Parslow and her husband, Jim, Janalene McCullough and her husband, Larry, Noma Lee Short and her, husband, Carlos, Sarah Francis Hardegree and her husband, Herb; three brothers, Leon and his wife, Joyce, Dalton and his wife, Jackie, Gerald and his wife, Dianne; and many nephews and nieces. Jimmy was a member of the Catholic Church. He was a retired Air Force Veteran of the Korean Conflict and Vietnam. He was also a member of the DAV, VFW, Retired Enlisted Association, the Goldwing Road Riders Association, Chapters F and W. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 4020 St. Joseph Pl. N.W., with Father Frank Prieto, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. with full military honors by the NM Honor Guard. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Torrez -- The family of Mrs. Virginia A. Torrez would like to thank all their family and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Moore, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, to Legion of Mary , The Blue Army, Holy Name Society, Mr. Fred Ortega y Los Hermanos de la Morada for reciting the Rosary and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Trujillo -- Candido"Charlie" Trujillo, a life long resident of Ponderosa NM passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2000. He was preceded in death by his wife, Aurora and a son, George Trujillo. He is survived by seven sons: Robert Trujillo and wife, Laura, Ramon Trujillo and wife, Etta, Henry Trujillo and wife, Cordy, Candido Trujillo and wife, Joy, Willie Trujillo and wife, Kathy, all of Ponderosa, Larry Trujillo and wife, Anna of Albuquerque, and Gene Trujillo and wife, Agnes of Oklahoma, five daughters; Elvia Montoya and husband, Charlie of Jemez Springs, Tina Trujillo and Sandra Trujillo of Ponderosa, Angie Trujillo of San Ysidro, and Bernice Sedillo and husband, Anthony of Las Vegas, Nevada. Also surviving are 36 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; a brother, Cipriano Trujillo of Ponderosa; and two sisters, Maria Sedillo and Epifania Gallegos, both of Albuquerque. Charlie will be remembered as a rancher and an outdoorsman, he will be greatly missed by all. A Rosary will be recited Saturday evening April 1st, at 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary, and on Sunday April 2nd at 7:00 p.m. at Santo Toribio Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday Morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment to follow at the Ponderosa Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Trujillo, Richard Trujillo, Randy Trujillo, Gilbert Montoya, Frank Trujillo, and Angelo Trujillo. Honorary Pallbearers are all of the grandchildren. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P.
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Truscott -- Lucian King Truscott III, Col. US Army, Retired, born September 17, 1921 in Honolulu (Territory of) Hawaii and died March 12, 2000 in Redmond, WA. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 53 years, Anne Elizabeth Harloe Truscott. Survived by his five Truscott children, Lucian King IV, Francis Meriwether, Susan Harloe, Mary Randolph, and Virigina Anne; grandchildren, Rachel, Sara, Lauren, Ian, Christopher, Lucas, Thomas, Nicholas, Lilly; and great-grandchildren, Sierra, Maxwell, Nathan (and soon to be born baby Perez); and by his brother, James J. (and Helen) Truscott; a niece and three nephews. Truscott graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1945 and was sent to Japan and the Philippines, where he married Anne, a Red Cross Volunteer. He was among the first Army Air Corps pilots to fly the F-80. He commanded an infantry platoon and company in the Korean War, and later commanded the first Mechanized Infantry Battalion stationed in Vietnam. He retired in September, 1970 in Fort Leavenworth. Truscott was a natural leader who led by example. He valued honesty and integrity, and had high expectations of himself and those who served with him. He loved"his troops" and in return, they loved and respected him. Decorations included the Silver Star for gallantry in combat in Korea and the Legion of Merit. After 26 years in the Army, he and Anne spent 22 happy years in Albuquerque before relocating to Redmond in 1992. Far from the stereotypical"colonel", Truscott was a fiercely patriotic man of principle who stood up for his beliefs, and taught his family and his troops to do the same. In the early 90's, he wrote editorials in the national press in favor of allowing homosexuals to serve in the military without hiding their sexuality and he proudly testified in front of the House Armed Services Committee. The veteran of two wars also worked as a volunteer"baby cuddler" in hospital nurseries during retirement, and none who knew him ever considered the warrior and the baby cuddler to be contradictory. He was a devoted husband and father, a man whose friendships spanned decades, and the epitome of an officer and a gentleman. The Colonel (and he did like to be called Colonel!) was strong, proud, handsome, and charming (and, he would add, modest!). He had a wry and clever wit, and was well known for his songs, poems, skits, and pretty horrible bugling. He and Anne were great dancers. They lived in 34 different homes in 53 years of marriage, and in retirement, loved to travel and visit their many friends, and had many happy times"when the sun was over the yard arm." And now, once more, he is dancing with his beloved Anne in his arms."Day is done, gone the sun, from the hills, from the lake, from the skies. All is well, safely rest, soldier or the sailor, God keep."--"Taps" The family requests memorials to Evergreen Hospice, 12910 Totem Lake Blvd. NE, #200, Kirkland, WA 98034. Family service will be held at Monticello in Charlottesville, Virginia in May, 2000. Family contact: Susan Truscott, 425-697-5670.
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Upshaw -- Bertha Candler Upshaw, 65, passed away March 30, 2000, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her son, Alfonso Garcia; daughters, Julia Solano, Theresa Sierra, and Debbie Barraza; grandchildren, Ramona Chavez, Andrew Griego, Judy Garcia, Thomas Solano, Robert Sierra, Alfonso Garcia Jr., Jonathan Solano, Daniel Solano, Nichole Turrietta, Ashley Garcia, Steven Olivas, Robert Garcia, Raymond Griego, and Michael Solano; sisters, Helen Jaramillo and Bessie Jaramillo; brothers, Albert Garcia, Joe Garcia, Ralph Garcia, Ernest Garcia, John Garcia; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss her. Memorial services will be held at St. Anne's Catholic Church with a Rosary to be recited on Monday, April 3, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. and Mass to be celebrated on Tuesday, April 4, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. She will be inniched at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures. He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul. He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake." Pslam: 23. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Vasquez -- Lucy Vasquez, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 48 years, died Thursday, March 30, 2000. She was preceded in death by her husband, Merced Vasquez; and grandson, Patrick Gurule. Mrs. Vasquez is survived by her children, Carmen Pacheo and husband, Alfonzo of Albuquerque, Mercedes V. Gallegos of Denver, CO, Sophia Gurule and husband, Louis, George A. Vasquez and former spouse, Martha, all of Albuquerque, Mario J. Vasquez and wife, Margene of St. Louis, MO, Fernando Vasquez and wife, Diana, Roberto A. Vasquez and fiancee, Linda Sue, Anna T. Vasquez, and Olga Ortiz and husband, Richard, all of Albuquerque; 20 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Margarita Rosendiz, and Teresa Tamarin and husband, Ernesto, all of Mexico; and brothers, Augustin Resendiz, Jesus Resendiz and Father Juaquin Resendiz, all of Mexico. Grandma Vasquez cared for many children over the years. Rosary will be recited Monday, 6:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover SW, with Deacon Tom Perez reciting. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with Father James Moore, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Vasquez's grandchildren. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The family would like to give special thanks to all Presbyterian Hospital staff who took care of Mrs. Vasquez. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Amercian Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE, #101, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Villiard -- Nelle M. Villiard, wife of Lt. Col. Maitland C. Villiard, USAF Retired, died, March 29, 2000. She was born at Blue Ridge, Illinois, a farm community 18 miles N.W. of Champaign, IL on August 6, 1913, the daughter of Ed and Stella Smith. She had three brothers and three sisters and is survived by two of the sisters, Versa Bookman of Rockford, Illinois, and Laura Jeanette Statkus of Port Charlotte, Florida, and by her husband, Col. Villiard and son M. Craig Villiard and his wife, Christine of Albuquerque. Also grandchildren, April T. Villiard of California and Alex C. Villiard of New York City. She was active in the Wives Club, the thrift shop and ladies golf during and after her husband's military service at Kirtland AFB. She was a member of Desert Rose, O.E.S. During her husband's military service they lived at many bases in the U.S. and on an island off New Guinea in the South Pacific and in the Philippines and at Mildenhall, England with the Royal Air Force. They were married on February 15, 1933, and her husband was a Private in the Army Air Corps at that time. Graveside Services will be held, Thursday, 2:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM with Pastor Lemuel Boyles officiating. She has just made that great transition from Time to Eternity and will be missed by the many who love her. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Watlington -- Bernard E. (Bernie) Watlington, (Lt. Col USAF Ret.) passed away March 30, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Bobbie; children, Sherry Sly and her husband, Leonard, Kimberly Menegus and her husband, Ray, Trish Wall-Watlington, Jay Watlington and his wife, Debbie, and Neal Watlington and his wife, Swarupa; eight grandchildren, Michelle Green, Jesse Sly, Jason Sly, Seth Watlington, Shjorn Watlington, Trevor Watlington, Jason Watlington, and Troy Watlington; his mother, Carrie Watlington; brother, Tom Watlington and wife, Linda; sister, Jean Webb and her husband, Henry, all of South Boston, VA. Bernie graduated from the West Point Academy in 1959 and served in the USAF for 22 years, where he worked primarily in the area of analysis and assessment of space nuclear power safety issues. He was also a voting member of the Interagency Nuclear Safety Review Panel for space nuclear power applications and terrestrial nuclear storage facilities. He then was employed by Lockhead Missiles and Space Co., as an Advanced Systems Engineer Specialist coordinating safety analysis for a major weapon system before joining Science and Engineering Associates, again consulting in the area of nuclear storage facility safety issues. Bernie then worked for Northrop Grumman as an engineer in the Electromagnetic and Radiation Effects Hardening Division in California until his death. Throughout his career as a nuclear and electrical engineer, he had the opportunities to offer significant contributions to numerous projects, consulting on such diverse projects as coordination of space station experiments to research and application of stealth technology for the development of the Stealth 117 Fighter and Stealth B-2 planes. He was an avid gardener and loved anything to do with computers. His wry sense of humor and quiet friendship will be missed by friends, co-worker and family. He was very much loved. He will lie in state at Fitzgerald and Son, Sunday, from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., with family available for visitation from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Services and burial will be held in South Boston, Virginia. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of local arrangements.
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Wendt -- Arnold A. Wendt, 73, a long time Albuquerque resident died Wednesday, March 29, 2000 in a local hospital. He is survived by his wife, Edna; sons, David and wife, Terri Wendt, Gerald Wendt, George and wife, Deborah Wendt; daughter, Arlene Fischer and husband, Richard; seven grandchildren, Lynne, Steve, Lisa, Tammy, Christie, Heather, and Mike; eight grand-grandchildren; one brother, Bill Wendt and wife, Mary; and three sisters, Rose Loague, Pat Conway, and Erma Sparks and husband, Robert; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Wendt was a World War II Navy Veteran with over 20 Pacific landings. He was a retired carpenter and an acoustical ceiling contractor. Viewing and visitation will be held Monday, April 3, 2000, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, April 4, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Interment will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery with David Wendt, Gerald Wendt, George Wendt, Mike Wendt, Steve Wendt, Bill Wendt, Richard Rinehart, and Mike Valdez serving as casket bearers. The family prefers memorial to a charity of your choice. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE are in charge or arrangements.
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