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Apodaca -- Freddy Apodaca III (Jr.), 35, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 9, 2000. Mr. Apodaca is survived by his mother, Marie R. Apodaca; his father, Federico Apodaca and Olivia; his sister, Veronica Apodaca; two brothers, Rico Apodaca and Eugene Apodaca; his paternal grandmother, Mary Montoya-Apodaca; his niece, Michaela Rempkowski; his nephew, Michael Rempkowski; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Freddy was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Joe and Kathy Montano. Final Visitation will be Thursday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. in the Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Father Edmund Savilla. Interment will follow in the Los Padillas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ernest Gonzales, Jimmy Gonzales, Johnny Gonzales, Charles Apodaca, Richard Apodaca and Michael Trujillo. Honorary pallbearers will be Benjamin Apodaca and Jackie Saavedra. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
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Arabadschi -- Stella Arabadschi, age 81, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, died on Monday 10, 2000. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Michael Arabadschi; son, David M. Arabadschi; sisters, Vicki Sisneros of Pueblo, CO, Lucy Gray of Lawton, OK; brothers, Andres Trujillo of Mosquero, NM and Nestor Trujillo of Bernalillo NM; numerous nephews and nieces. She is preceded in death by her parents Andres and Racquel Gutierrez Trujillo; sisters, Helen Montoya and Corrine Sanchez; brothers, Albert Trujillo, Steven Trujillo and Frank Trujillo. Mrs. Arabadschi was a beloved wife, mother, sister and aunt. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2000, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, corner of Lomas and Tennessee NE, Fr. Michael Cimino, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers are Johnny R. Sanchez, Martin Lobato, Mariano Romero, Michael Mendoza, Mark Mendoza and Jason Martinez. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Bryant -- Katie"Catherine" Bryant, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Kelly Bryant of Albuquerque, and Karey Munoz and husband, Javier; grandchildren, Zachary and Ashley Munoz all of Albuquerque; sisters, Judy Price and husband, Ed, Jeanie Foster, Carolyn Garriott, and Mary Jane Billetter and husband, Ken all of Lebanon, Indiana; brothers, Chuck Hickson and wife, Cindy of Lebanon, Indiana, and Don Hickson and wife, Jackie of Muncie, Indiana and numerous nieces and nephews. Katy was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Opal Hickson, and her brother, Bob Hickson. Katy was a resident at Albuquerque Manor Nursing Home, and a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, April 13, 2000, 11:00 a.m. at Fellowship Baptist Church, 414 Charleston Ave. SE. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE.
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Furch -- Emil Furch, 85, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, April 9, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Bea Furch of Albuquerque; son, Steven Furch of Aurora, CO; daughters, Beth Kircher and husband, Ted of Albuquerque, and Mary Furch of National City , CA; and grandchildren, Ted Kircher, IV, and Nicole Kircher. He was preceded in death by his son, Richard Furch in 1960. Mr. Furch was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University NE. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:30 a.m., at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE, with Father Joe Vigil, Celebrant. Disposition will take place at a later date. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Garcia -- Emily C. Garcia, a resident of Albuquerque, left us on Monday, April 10, 2000, to join her parents, Tomas and Eva Castillo, up above with our Father in heaven. She leaves behind two daughters, Janet and Jennifer Lopez; one son, Ralph L. Lopez; grandson, Randy Lopez; three sisters, Margaret, Crucita and Placy; brother, Leborio; a very special niece, Lucy; and many other nieces and nephews. As per Emily�s request, no services will be held, except those of the family. Emily believed in God and made peace with her maker. The family would like to especially thank the University of New Mexico Hospital, whose doctors helped her in the best way they could. Also, thanks to the residents of Embudo Towers who were so friendly to her. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Griego -- The families of Rosalie Ann Garcia-Griego wish to thank all of our relatives, friends, U.S. New Mexico Federal Credit Union and Calvary Chapel for joining us in the celebration of Rosie's"Heaven Birthday", April 4, 2000
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Hanna -- BILLY HAPPY BIRTHDAY 4-12-39 The day God called you home was the day that broke all our hearts. The perfect husband, Daddy and Papa whose presence filled our home with joy and happiness is now a feeling of emptiness. You touched so many lives with your kindness and generosity and left an impression in all our hearts. Though life is not the same and everyday is a struggle, you left us with so many special memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. We miss you and love you so much. We will never, ever forget you! Love always, Mary, Angel, Danny, Jimmy, Suzi, Terri, Dominic Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren
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Hendricks -- Elfrieda A."Frieda" Hendricks. Funeral Services will be held at the Ertel Chapl in Cortez, CO on Wednesday, April 12, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Albuquerque, N.M. Frieda moved to Albuquerque in 1994, and then moved to the Valley Inn Nursing Home in Mancos, CO in September of 1998. She was born to Adolph and Helen (Rahn) Olen in Pittsburgh, PA., on September 20, 1909. She passed away in her sleep on April 9, 2000, at the age of 90. Frieda is survived by her loving caregiver husband, Sanford E. Hendricks, of Dolores, CO, who she has been married to for 66 years. She is also survived by her son, Don Hendricks and his wife, Joan, also of Dolores, CO; three grandchildren, Mike and Nancy Hendricks, Mark and Sunnee Hendricks, and Jill and Barry Williams; four great-grandchildren, K.C., Jaeden, Railee and Hannah; three sisters, Florence and"Mac" McPherson, Esther Bishirjian, and Elisa Miller survive Frieda, as do one niece, Debbie and Dennis Vendetti; and four nephews, George and Peggy Olen, Eddie and Beverly Olen, Richard and Terry Bishirjian, and Paul and Mary Jane Dean. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Southwest CO Region, 701 Camino del Rio., Ste. 115A, Durgano, CO 81301.
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Hogan -- Irene L. Hogan, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2000. Born Irene Lucille Reeher on August 18, 1926, she was the youngest of seven children of James and Lucy Reeher of Sharon, Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Patrick Hogan of Mercer, PA; her parents; sister Violet A. Tennant and brothers, Edward, James, William and Arthur. She is survived by her daughter, Lorraine; her son, Brian and his wife, Veronica; grandchildren, Deva Greer, Molly Cole and Leland Belmont, Scott and Kevin Marshall, and her brother, Kenneth. Her children are grateful for her unconditional love for and devotion to her family, and for the power of example set by her steadfast faith. She will additionally be remembered for her slightly wacky sense of humor, which she shared generously with all in her path. She will be buried with her husband in All Saints Cemetery, Mercer, PA.
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Hooks -- Dr. Lawrence Edwin �Larry� Hooks, 64, a 14 year resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, April 7, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Dottie Hooks of the family home; mother, Marian S. Hooks of Albuquerque; sons, Rev. Daniel M. Hooks and wife, Polly of Redfield, SD, and Steve Hooks and wife, Monica Sutton of Madisonville, TN; daughters, Marian G. Nash and husband, Jaime of Las Flores, CA, and Heather S. Hooks of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Adam, Marcus, Marion and Isaac Hooks of Redfield, SD, and Daniel, Laura, and Katherine Nash of Las Flores, CA; brother, Kenneth R. Hooks and wife, Sally of Rockville, MD; and his faithful dog �Yaz�. Dr. Hooks was preceded in death by his father Maj. General Daniel E. Hooks in 1985. He graduated from Highland High School in 1952. He received a B.S. in Physics from Case Western Reserve in 1956 and received a PHD in Biomechanical Engineering from Ohio State University in 1968. Dr. Hooks served in the U.S. Air Force. He was Department Head and Professor of Mechanical Engineering at South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, and Mercer University, Macon, GA. He retired in 1993 and returned to Albuquerque in 1997. Services will be held Wednesday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Daniel M. Hooks officiating. Private disposition will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 411 Broadway SE, 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Katzaman -- Allen J. Katzaman, 49, a resident of Albuquerque since 1992, died Sunday, April 9, 2000. He is survived by his brother, Robert J. Katzaman of Spokane, WA; and friends, T. J. and Val Burek of Albuquerque, and Doug Downey of El Paso, TX. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremains will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery, Ft. Bliss, TX. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 4919 Prospect NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd, NE.
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Kridelbaugh -- Anna J. Kridelbaugh, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953 died April 8, 2000. She is survived by her husband, William W. Kridelbaugh, M.D.; her daughter, Katy Macdonald, M.D. and her son, Bill; grandchildren, John, Emily and William Macdonald; one sister, Marie Herrman and one brother, George Scofield. Cremation has taken place. It is the family's decision to have no memorial services. The family suggests that friends who wish may make contributions to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, or to the Presbyterian in-patient Hospice Services, 8300 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112.
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Lockwood -- Aaron Parker Lockwood, the adored son of Kate Horsley Parker and Rhoades G. Lockwood, died suddenly in an accident on Sunday, April 9, 2000. Aaron was born on May 19, 1981. He was a student at Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute and was employed at the local restaurant, Ragin� Shrimp. Memorial services will be held Friday, 3:00 p.m., at First Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Aaron Parker Lockwood GED Scholarship Fund, c/o Foundation Office, Albuquerque T.V.I., 525 Buena Vista Dr. SE, 87106. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Marquez -- In Memory of Gloria M. Marquez April 12,1956 - September 8, 1997 Happy Birthday. We Love and Miss You So Much. From, Your Family & Friends.
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Martinez -- Frank M. Martinez, born on September 27, 1907 passed away on April 8, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Esther; a daughter, Mary Noland and husband, Mike; nephew, Richard Sandoval and wife, Geneva; and brother-in-law, Robert Sandoval and wife, Celia. Also surviving are one grandchild and one great-grandchild. Frank will be remembered as a loving family man, a good friend and neighbor. He was a life long resident of New Mexico, and a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe since 1958. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. Gary F. Santillanes. C.F.S.P.
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Mildren -- Mary Lee Mildren, 77, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 20 years, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2000. Mary was born on August 11, 1922 the daughter of Robert and Pattie Ward Morris in Pampa, Texas. She had been a secretary in Civil Service for 15 years before retiring. Mary is survived by one son, James Mildren of Sandia Park, NM; one brother, Robert Morris of Pampa, TX; one sister, Sydna Doggett of Granbury, TX; three grandchildren, Tawa, Victoria and Richard Mildren. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920
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Rothfeld -- Walter Rothfeld, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1985, died Saturday, April 8, 2000. He is survived by his son, Tom Rothfeld and wife, Rosemary Traub of Albuquerque; and two grandsons, Philip Rothfeld and Peter Rothfeld, both of Albuquerque; sister, Catalina Rozsa of Stamford, CT; and nieces, Stella Alexander and husband, Anton of London, England and Vera Sasser and husband, Duffy of Stamford, CT. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor Rothfeld. Mr. Rothfeld served many years as a volunteer for Presbyterian Hospital. Private services will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Sanchez -- Mary L. Sanchez, age 78, joined the Lord in heaven on April 10, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Charles F. Sanchez; and by her children: Bernie S. Sanchez and wife, Juanita, Charles E. Sanchez, Syliva Wortzman and husband, Paul, Paul A. Sanchez and wife, Kae, Elaine Fordice and husband, James, and David G. Sanchez. Her grandchildren are: Daniel Sanchez, Derron Sanchez, Dennis Sanchez, Kerri Sanchez, Keith Sanchez, Melissa Wortzman, Michelle Fordice, and Travis Grudelj. As wife of a Bataan Prisoner of War, she valued her membership in the Bataan Veterans Organization since 1942. Funeral Services for Mrs. Sanchez will be held on Thursday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel Sanchez, Derron Sanchez, Dennis Sanchez, Keith Sanchez, Lorenzo Chavez and Fernando Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers will be Kerri Sanchez, Melissa Wortzman, Michelle Fordice and Travis Gudelj. Visitation for Mrs. Sanchez will be held on Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the Mortuary Chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Sena -- Marcos D. Sena went home to be with our Heavenly Father on April 9, 2000. He is survived by his parents, David and Maria Sena; two brothers, Eric and Chris Sena; maternal grandmother, Olivama Herrera of Santa Cruz; paternal grandparents, Ignacio and Cataline Sena; paternal uncles and aunts, Frank and Judy Sena, Kenneth and Corine Sena, Tom and Debbie Sena, Barbara and Chris Briceno, Nash and Michael Sena; maternal aunts and uncles, Edward Herrera, Jose Herrera, Rosina and Tomas Martinez of Santa Cruz, Marie E. Herrera of California; his beloved godparents, Ignacio and Mary Lucero of Arroyo Seco; and many close cousins and dear friends. Funeral Services for Marcos will be held on Friday at San Jose Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the San Jose Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Sommer -- Robert"Bobby" A. Sommer, 56, a resident of Belen, NM passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital in Albuquerque on Monday, April 10, 2000. He was a people person and enjoyed visiting and talking with everyone. Bobby was the unofficial greeter at Patty's Corner Restaurant in Belen, and he never missed a chance to stop and visit with anyone. Bobby was an avid sports enthusiast. His love for the Dallas Cowboys boarded on fanatic. At game time he and his brother-in-law, Vince would square off in front of the TV with Bobby rooting for the Cowboys all the way and Vince rooting for the other team just to be honorary and get at Bobby. He also loved Ice Hockey and Baseball and knew statistics on all the players and scores of games of old like no one else. He was preceded in death by his loving father and mother, Hans T. and Nancy Sommer. Bobby is survived by his loving sister, Nancy Roselli and her husband, Vince of Belen. He is also survived by his nieces, Sandra Martinez and her husband, Jerry and Laura Roselli; his nephew, Vincent Roselli; his great-nieces and nephews, Vinnessa, Victoria and Veronica Martinez, and John and Christopher Silva. Bobby is also survived by many loving relatives. A Viewing 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. Interment will take place at the Mt. Marion Cemetery in Saugerties, NY on Thursday, May 4th at 1:00 p.m. The family requests that donations be made in Bobby's name to St. Joseph's Hospital at 601 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Trujillo -- Final Visitation for Richard Lee Trujillo will be Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. in the Victory Outreach Church, 931 Sunset SW with a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m. by Pastor Danny Sanchez. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
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Vigil -- Gerry Vigil, 48, left us on April 9, 2000 after a brief illness. His father, Ceferino Vigil and sister, Kathy Vigil preceded him in death. He is survived by his mother, Virginia Vigil who's unconditional love supported him always; sisters, Jeanne Fernandez and husband, Po, Diane (Yonni) Fernandez and husband, Rafael; brothers, Richard (Dicky) Vigil and wife, Elena, Fernando (Freddie) Vigil and wife, Corinne; five nieces; four nephews; two great-nieces; one great-nephew; many counsins, aunts and uncles. He loved his nieces and nephews and they loved their"favorite uncle". His true self was expressed best in the music he played and the songs he sang as a musician. His last wishes were to donate his body to science to help others. He leaves us many treasured memories. He was loved more than he understood and will be missed more than is bearable. Our heartfelt thanks to our sister, Yonni and family for their constant bedside vigil and loving care. A Memorial Service will be held April 13, 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque.
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