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Barela -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Ray Barela Sr. will be celebrated this morning, 9:00 a.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Casket bearers will be David Barela, Ray Barela, Michael Barela, Jose Dario Barela, Anthony Lovato, and Paul Chavez. Honorary bearers will be Junior (Jr.) Marquez and Archie Lucero. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
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Dale -- Michaeline (Mickey) G. Dale, born September 22, 1926, Denver, Colorado, died May 18, 2000, Albuquerque. Preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Gertrude McNally and her sister, Sarah Michaels. She is survived by her husband, James Dale; her loving daughter, Trudy Jennings and husband, Steve; her granddaughter, Tamara Petrino and husband, Paul; grandson, J.V. Jackson; and three great-grandchildren, Trenton Jackson, Brandon and Nicole Petrino; her sisters, Agnes Massaroni, Patsy Wood and husband, Jim, Catheleen McNally, Mary Elizabeth Gilcreaese and husband, Tobe; one brother, Peter D. McNally and wife, Verlene; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mickey grew up in Dawson, NM and lived for many years in Pueblo, Colorado before moving to Albuquerque in 1960. Retired from US West in 1978. She was loved and admired by all who knew her and generous to a fault. We will all miss her every day for the rest of our lives. Memorial services will be at 8:15 a.m., Saturday, May 20, 2000 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix NW, Albuquerque 87110. Deacon Pilar Garcia officiating.
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Endean -- Linda D. Endean, 67, a resident of Albuquerque of for 52 years, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 16, 2000. She was born on May 29, 1932 to John Spencer Duckworth and Dorothy Fowler Duckworth in Scranton, PA. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, William Endean; daughters, Christine Roark and husband, Mike and Shelley DuBois and husband, Dennis; sons, Steven Endean and Mark Endean and wife, Ellen, all of Albuquerque; and granddaughters, Melissa Endean, and Jenny Endean, both of Albuquerque; two great-grandchildren; and brother, Spencer Duckworth of Davis, CA. Linda graduated from Albuquerque High School, and attended the University of New Mexico where she was vice-president of Bandelier Hall, was a member of the Spurs Honorary, and was also a member of the UNM Press Club. Linda was dedicated to the Lord, her family, and her friends. She was deeply loved and will be missed. Memorial services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution NE, with Dr. Robert Butler officiating. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Joy Junction, 4500 2nd St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Freeman -- Evelyn Freeman, 89, a resident of Albuquerque died, Wednesday, May 17, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Marilyn L. Freeman of Rancho Mirage, CA, Linda Gordon and husband, Jack of Sun Valley, ID and Roberta M. Freeman of Albuquerque, NM; grandchildren, Scott Gordon and wife, Sherice, Deedee Gordon and Erin Freeman; great-grandchildren, Grayson and Raine Gordon; sister, Helen Victor of Bloomfield Hill, MI; and numerous other family included 16 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilmer Freeman M.D. in 1977. Mrs. Freeman was a member of Hadasa in Detroit, MI and several Medical Auxilies. She was a lifetime member of Temple Beth EL in Detroit, MI. Services will be held at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Los Angeles, CA.
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Gallegos-Hosek -- Alice (Abeyta) Gallegos-Hosek, born on August 27, 1926 and a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2000. Alice is survived by her beloved and devoted husband, Arthur Hosek. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Alfred M. Gallegos. She is also survived by her five children, Veronica and husband, Joe Alarcon, Catherine and husband, David Ortiz, Alfred Gallegos Jr. and fiance, Debra Rachal, Richard and wife, Krystal Gallegos, and Timothy Gallegos and fiance, Cynthia Lucero, all of Albuquerque; sisters, Jennie Garcia of Albuquerque, Molly Saavadra of Albuquerque, Emma and husband, Ambrosio Sanchez of Albuquerque, Pat and husband, Gil Lopez of Castro Valley, CA, and Flora and husband, Charles Garcia of Albuquerque; one brother, Eloy and Pauline Abeyta of Albuquerque. Alice was a loving grandmother of 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; many loving nieces and nephews and friends. Her loving and up beat personality will be missed greatly by all. The family would like to thank the staff at Quality Continuum Hospice for their gentle and devoted care of Alice. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, 9:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave. NE, with Father Gene as Celebrant. Graveside services will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery following the Mass. Pallbearers will be her loving grandsons, Joe Alfred Alarcon, Gregory Russell, Adrian Alarcon, Steven Alarcon, Damion D. Ortiz, and Jeremy Gallegos. Honorary pallbearer will be Timothy Gallegos. A reception at Queen of Heaven Parish Hall follows the Burial. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Quality Continuum Hospice, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, #225, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Goldstein -- Stephanie Margaret Goldstein, 44, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, May 14, 2000. She is survived by her parents, Merton and Brigitte Goldstein; sister and brother-in-law, Karin and Tomas Butchart; brother, Michael Goldstein; beloved niece, Marisa Butchart; and loving friend, Mary Crenner. Stephanie suffered for more than 20 years with Multiple Sclerosis. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service for family and friends will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 18, 2000 at St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 211 Jefferson NE (corner of Copper and Jefferson), with Pastor John Holmer officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes memorial contributions be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 3015 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112.
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Hartman -- Grover C. Hartman, 82, a resident of Albuquerque, died, Monday, May 15, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Gladys Hartman of Albuquerque; sons, Joe Hartman of San Jose, CA, Donald Hartman and wife, Celia of the Philippians and Tim Hartman of Jefferson City, MO; daughter, Judy Ruekberg and husband, Joe of San Diego, CA; eight grandchildren, Jared and Janae Ruekberg, T.J., Julia, Janet, David, Andy and Jennifer Hartman; great-grandchildren, K.J., Kenny and Jacqueline; brother, Robert Hartman and wife, Bonnie of Florida; and many other family. He was a member of Risen Savior Church. Mr. Hartman was a registered professional engineer in the State of New Mexico. He worked for Sandia National Labs for 21 years and retired, as a civil servant of the State of New Mexico after many years. Mr. Hartman served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Mass will be celebrated, Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Chapel, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, P.O. Box 90790, 87199. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Haverty -- Virgie (Peggy) Haverty, 95, passed away on May 17, 2000. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jess Haverty. She is survived by her son, James L. (Jim) Williams and his wife, Marilyn of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Debra Benes and Mark Williams; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Virgie (Peggy) was a lifelong resident of New Mexico and retired from Sandia National Laboratories. Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m., this morning, at Sunset Memorial Park, with Deacon Arthur Cordova officiating. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff of Valle Norte Caring Center for the excellent care and compassion given to Peggy during her stay there. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Hayden -- Jeanne G. Hayden, 58, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, May 15, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Carol Hayden of Albuquerque; sons, David of Fairbanks, AK, and Brian of Albuquerque; step-daughters, Terri Bruing and Sandra Feldhake, and their families of Effingham, IL; father, Sylvester Gabrich and wife, Rose of Koppel, PA; sister, Crystel Gabrich and her family of Pittsburgh, PA; and brothers, Robert Gabrich and his family of Ashtabula, OH, and Richard Gabrich and wife, Charlotte of Vero Beach, FL. While still in high school, she knew she wanted to teach. And what a teacher she turned out to be. For more than 25 years, Jeanne Hayden found a multitude of ways to pass on her love for learning and her quest for knowledge. As a full-time teacher, parent-volunteer, and free-lance writer, Mrs. Hayden encouraged hundreds of students to read more, write clearly, and pursue their academic dreams. Alaine Daly, friend and fellow teacher said,"Whenever friends visited Jeanne, they were sure to find"little" stacks of books parked on end-tables, the coffee table, the dining room and kitchen tables, in addition to the collection on the floor to ceiling bookshelves in her study. She read everything from fiction to nonfiction. The library of her mind was a rich garden, which she shared with friends and students. In addition, she often hosted foreign exchange students from France, Scandinavia and Eastern Europe." A wife, mother, writer, and financial planner, Mrs. Hayden died after a ten-year battle with cancer. Mrs. Hayden was born July 19, 1941 in Koppel, PA, the daughter of Anne and Sylvester Gabrich. After attending local schools, she enrolled at Indiana University of Pennsylvania where she earned a Bachelor's of Science in 1963, and a Master's of Science in Social Studies Education in 1965. Mrs. Hayden began her career teaching elementary school in Pennsylvania for two years before taking a position with the Department of Defense schools in Germany where she taught for four years. There she met and married Carol Hayden, a major in the U.S. Air Force in 1969. They returned to the States to live in Florida and Illinois before moving to New Mexico in 1977. While living in Illinois and raising her family, Mrs. Hayden continued her passion for learning and taught elementary school for two more years. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in English Literature in 1974, and Master's degree in International Relations and Politics in 1978 from Southern Illinois University. From 1977-1996, Mrs. Hayden taught in Albuquerque Public Schools. She spent the last 11 years of her teaching career teaching English at Del Norte High School in Albuquerque. Her colleagues praised her as a helpful, enthusiastic instructor who pushed her students to do their very best. She was an excellent role model and mentor to her students, as well as to new teachers. Mary Juzang, Executive Director of Excel Educational Enterprise, said,"Jeanne was an excellent teacher. She was dedicated, extremely fair, and demonstrated the kind of tough love that today's kids need to keep on track. I admired her energy and ideas, and cherished our friendship." For the past 12 years, Mrs. Hayden also worked as a Registered Representative for Waddell and Reed Financial Planning Services. Her love for education and life-long learning were reflected in her wide and varied interests. Mrs. Hayden was a voracious reader and free-lance writer, whose works were published in popular magazines and local newspapers. She finished a novel and was working on a book for breast cancer patients. Her love for travel to foreign and exotic places gave her opportunities to practice her fluent French and German. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially skiing. She was a member of the Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority and Phi Delta Kappa Educational Fraternity. Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, May 20, 2000, 11:00 a.m., at Prince of Peace Church, 12500 Carmel Ave. NE, with Father Antonio Mondragon, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Jeanne Hayden English Award, Del Norte High School, c/o Ann Lehman Counselor, 5323 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Houlihan -- William P. (Pat) Houlihan, 82, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2000. A former resident of Albuquerque and Santa Fe, he resided in Santa Rosa, NM since 1967, where he was a rancher. He is survived by Pauline, his wife of 54 years; daughters, Annette Boggs and husband, Fred of Roswell, Linda Cheshire and husband, Dean of Albuquerque; sons, David and wife, Carmen of Santa Rosa, Don and wife, Nancy of El Paso, Dale and wife, Doris of Tucumcari, Dan and wife, Roseann, and Dennis and wife, Marleen of Albuquerque. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends. Born May 8, 1918 in George West, TX, Pat served in the Air Force during World War II. Upon completion of service he married Pauline Reilly of Wichita Falls, TX and moved to Albuquerque, where he was employed by the Cornelius Company and Rust Tractor Company before moving to Santa Rosa to take over the family ranch. He was ordained as a Deacon of the Catholic Church in 1978 and served at Saint Rose of Lima Parish in Santa Rosa until his retirement in 1996; his many contributions to that community will long be remembered. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, May 18 and 19, 2000 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Santa Rosa. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, May 20, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at St. Rose of Lima, with Msgr. Joseph Pepe and Fr. Sotero A. Sena as Celebrants. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Santa Rosa. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Patrick, Philip, Jason and Sean Houlihan, Bryan and Brad Boggs, Corey and Chase Cheshire. Honorary pallbearers will be Seth, Shea, Shaw, Terrell and Tristen Houlihan and Chad Cheshire. In lieu of flowers, friends are invited to make memorial contributions to Los Amigos Nursing Home, Inc., c/o Walt Eastland, P.O. Box 347, Santa Rosa, NM 88435. Arrangements entrusted to Chavez Funeral Home, 923 S. Third Street, Santa Rosa, NM 88435, phone (505) 472-3369.
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House -- Helen M. House, 73, a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, died on May 13, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Remstad and husband, Carl of Boulder, CO, and Pamela Johnson and husband, Steve of Huntington Beach, CA, and Carol Marie Marquez and husband, Carlos of Tucson, AZ; sons, Robert Dale House Jr. of Hermiston, OR and James R. House and wife, Carolyn Ann of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Andrew Remstad, Margaret Remstad, Peter Remstad, Zachery House, Dawn House, Kelly House, Melissa Johnson, Stephanie Johnson, Mario Marquez, Analisa Marquez, Celina Marquez; sisters, Agnes Fatora and husband, Frank, Ann Marie Drendel, and Imelda Strobel and husband, Don; brothers, John Spokas and wife, Elizabeth, Frank Spokas and wife, Pat, and Cas Spokas; and ex-husband, Robert D. House, Sr. Ms. House was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. She worked as a nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital and also worked for St. Francis Garden Nursing Home. She loved dancing, cooking, baking, and gardening. Memorial Rosary will be recited on Sunday, May 21, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary-Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Father Bob Keller reciting. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, May 22, 2000, 12:00 noon, at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Avenue NE 87110, with Father Bob Keller, Celebrant. Interment of cremains will take place at Saint Peter and Paul Cemetery in Naperville, IL at a later date. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Attn: Melissa Vialpando, 5800 Lomas NE 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Johnson -- Norman J. Johnson, Col USAF (Ret), 76, died suddenly May 16, 2000. A resident of Albuquerque since 1981, he was born in Globe, Arizona, November 15, 1923, to Gordon and Maude Johnson. He is survived by his loving wife, Helen of 48 years; and two daughters, Julie and her husband, Jaimie; and three grandchildren, Justin, Jeremy, and Jennifer Nunz of Los Alamos; Laurie and her husband, Paul Smith of Tucson, Arizona; and brothers, Kenneth E. Johnson and Gordon M. Johnson. His military career spanned WWII, Korea and Vietnam, which included flying B-17's, F-100's, F-105's F-4's, F-111's, and F-15's as a test pilot. He graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in mechanical engineering, and a degree of Masters in Business Administration from The George Washington University. He participated in the Albuquerque Senior Olympics in track and field, enjoyed golf, senior softball, and was an active member of the Tanoan CC. He loved animals and in lieu of flowers, the family wishes that any memorial contributions be made to the NM Animal Friends, 2920 Carlisle Blvd. NE 87110, or to the Animal Humane Association of NM, 615 Virginia SE 87108. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Lucero -- Christine Lucero, age 59, of Grants, passed away Wednesday, May 17, at her home. Christine was born November 9, 1940 in Albuquerque to Abran T. and Lucinda G. Baca. Christine is survived by her husband, Lionel Lucero of Grants; her son, Michael Lucero and his wife, Alvinita of Grants; her daughter, Esperanza"Espie" Lucero of Oakland, CA; her brother, Stanley Baca of Albuquerque; her sister, Isidorita and her husband, Fernando Lucero of Albuquerque; and her five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A Memorial Rosary will be Friday, 7:00 p.m., at Grants Mortuary Chapel. An additional Memorial Rosary will be held in the Mission San Jose of Los Duranes in Albuquerque on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. It is located at 2110 Los Luceros Road NW. Christine loved to dance, she was excellent in all dances, but especially loved tap and flamenco. Christine also loved to crochet. She will be greatly missed. Grants Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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Madrid -- Vidalia Gloria Madrid, 57, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother and sister, was called home to be with the Lord, Monday, May 15, 2000. Vidalia was born on June 30, 1942 in Albuquerque to the late Frank and Lorenza Jaramillo; she was a member of the Calvary Chapel. Vidalia was preceded in death by two brothers, Valentino Jaramillo and Candelario Abeyta. She is survived by her loving daughters, Jan Madrid of Albuquerque, Reyna Montreal of Moriarty, Joy Sanchez of Los Lunas; and six precious grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, Annie Rodriguez, Linda Apodaca, Jessie Maria Albert, all of California; four brothers, Nevarez Jaramillo, Silverio Jaramillo, Mauricio Jaramillo, all of California, and Raymond Jaramillo of Albuquerque. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be today, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on 8th and Iron, where an evening service will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 10:00 a.m. also in the chapel, with Pastor Carl Toti officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Raymond Jaramillo, Bud Lucero, Steve Lucero, Adrian Albert, Stanley Gutierrez and Bruce Sanchez. Services are under the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover SW.
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Maes -- Florence P. Maes, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1987, died Saturday, May 13, 2000. She is survived by her daughter, Sofia M. Sanchez and husband, Orlando of Albuquerque, grandchildren, Lorraine Mendiola of Santa Fe, Bobbi Ansloan and husband, John of Tampa, FL, and Orlando A. Sanchez, Jr. and wife, Deanna of Albuquerque; and four great-grandsons, Matthew John Mendiola and Gabriel Benito Mendiola, both of Santa Fe, Ryan Joseph Ansloan and Nicholas Sean Ansloan, both of Tampa, FL. Mrs. Maes is also survived by several cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and close friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Bennie D. Maes on April 2, 1997. Mrs. Maes was a homemaker and former, longtime resident of Clayton, NM. Rosary will be recited Friday, 19, 2000, 7:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Father Antonio Mondragon reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, May 20, 2000, 11:00 a.m., at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Richard Olona, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Garcia, Bill Parras, Joe Simoes, Donald Sears, Jr., Edwin Reyes, and Eugene J. Sanchez. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, May 19, 2000 one hour prior to Rosary.
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Marquez -- Linda Marquez, 65, a resident of Peralta and formerly a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, May 17, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Adelaudo (Lalo) Marquez; children, Abel Marquez and wife, Liz, Nadine Marquez, and Jocelyn Betzen and husband, Josh; grandchildren, Erica and Jacklyn Marquez, Tim Sanchez, Veronica Mitchell, and Kira Betzen; great-grandson, Harlan; sister, Theresa Garcia; brother, Eugene Torres and wife, Armida; sisters-in-law, Alice Torres, Florinda Marquez and husband, Ross, and Ida Valdez; brother-in-law, Chris Lopez and wife, Trini; aunts, Anna Moya, Sara Torrez, and Adela Torrez; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. Mrs. Marquez worked as a teacher's aide and a teacher for Albuquerque Public Schools, working at Coronado and Dolores Gonzales Elementary Schools for 15 years. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Peralta, with Father Alberto Gallegos, Celebrant. Honorary pallbearers will be Debbie Lara, Marietta Sais, Christy Pacheco, Betty Smith, Gloria Granados, and Peggy Santillanes. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Mccabe -- George J. McCabe, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1988, died Monday, May 15, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth"Betty" C. McCabe of Albuquerque; sons, George J. McCabe III of Alexandria, VA and David McCabe of Grand Prairie, TX; daughter, Maureen Murphy of Madison, CT; and son, Tim McCabe and wife, Sandra of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Brian and Katie Murphy, Kendal, Megan, and Sean McCabe; brothers, James McCabe of Peach Tree, GA and Jack McCabe and wife, Sue of Davenport, IA; and sisters, Mary McCarthy of Singer Island, FL and Patricia Roche and husband, Jack of Palm Beach, FL. He was preceded in death by his brother, Bill McCabe. Mr. McCabe was a Navy veteran of WWII. He served as commanding officer of an LCI in the South Pacific. It is believed that he may have been the youngest captain of an ocean going ship in the Navy at that time. Following the war, he and Elizabeth were married in 1946 at Davenport, IA. The family wants to especially thank all the caregivers and staff at Manor Care-Heights. The loving care they gave to George will always be remembered and appreciated. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd. NE, Saturday, May 20th at 10:00 am. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Ramirez -- Antonia"Toni" C. Ramirez, our beloved mother and wife, died unexpectedly on May 17, 2000. Toni chaired the Board of the Heights YMCA; she was a member of the Planning Committee for the Fiesta de Ontonio. She is survived by her devoted husband of 28 years, Eddie Ramirez; three daughters, Maria Elyna D. Montoya of Albuquerque, Victoria Bustos and husband, Cary of Grants, Esperanza Ramirez of Albuquerque; one son, Eddie Ramirez of Albuquerque; six grandchildren, Andrew and Antonnette Montoya, Patrick Torres, Triston and Joshua Bustos, and Ashley Salazar. Also surviving are her mother, Ricarda Sandoval and husband, Ted; her father, Luis Padilla and wife, Mary; two brothers, Anastasio Padilla and wife, Angie, Leo Padilla and wife, Christina; one sister, Manuelita (Mela) Sanchez and husband, David, all of Albuquerque; father and mother-in-law, Andres and Virginia Cortez; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and a host of friends. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and all who loved and knew her. May God welcome her home with loving arms."We love you mom." A Memorial service will be conducted Saturday at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on 8th and Iron.
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Romo -- Charlene Dolores Romo was born March 10, 1949 in Albuquerque, NM to Jesse and Charles"Papo" Sanchez. Charlene met her husband to be when she was ten and Simon was 11 years old. They became childhood sweethearts after Charlene invited him to a Sadie Hawkins dance at Del Norte High School. Charlene then moved to Manzano High School, where she and Simon graduated together in 1966. Charlene and Simon Romo were married on April 16, 1968. They were blessed with two wonderful children, Reggie Romo and wife, Adria of Tucson, AZ, and Roberto Romo of the family home. Charlene had a deep and abiding love for family, friends, and all living creatures. Her husband and children will forever honor and cherish her gift of unconditional love. As Charlene begins a new journey, she will be greatly missed by her parents, Charles and Jesse Sanchez; sister, Dianna Sanchez; brothers, Charles"Boy" Sanchez, Jr. and wife Connie, Gabriel Sanchez and wife, Theresa, and their families; Aunt Priscilla"Mamita" Roybal, and her children, Anna Alee and husband, Victor, Bobby Gonzales and wife, Marianne, Lydia Gutierrez and husband, Xavier will always remember her special laugh. Charlene was particularly close to her cousin, Carmela Castillo and husband, Max of Denver, CO. Carmela was her"big sister". Charlene is also survived by Aunt Josie Castillo and family, Aunt Ramona Ramirez and family, and Uncle John Toby Sanchez. Mrs. Alice Romo will always remember Charlene as a wonderfully loving daughter-in-law. Richard Romo and wife, Lisa, and their daughter, Lauren and son, R.J. of Albuquerque and Vince Romo, of Dallas, TX, will miss her dearly. The Romos cherish the memory of Charlene's loving sense of humor and compassion. Charlene was preceded in death by her grandmother, Hortencia Roybal and her father-in-law, Napoleon E. Romo. She attended the University of New Mexico along with her husband. While there she participated in progressive causes on behalf of those in need. During this period she made many good friends, especially Romelia Escamilla. Charlene worked for the Veteran's Administration and ultimately made a career with the U.S. Postal Service, where she worked with many friends. Special thanks to her friend, Cathy Curtis for blessing her with the gift of Landmark Education. Thanks to all her former coworkers for their thoughts and prayers. Special thanks to her doctors and nurses. VistaCare Hospice provided comfort for Charlene and her family. This wonderful service enabled Charlene to pass on to the Lord in peace. The comfort they created eased Charlene's suffering and permitted her family to honor her before her passing. Angels do exist. Everyone who knew her will feel the void created by Charlene's absence. We grieve our loss, but more importantly we celebrate her life and the rewards of her trust and unconditional love. Her soul awaits us with infinite patience and love. Cremation has taken place and memorial rosary will be recited Sunday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University NE, with Father Richard McGowan reciting. Funeral memorial Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:30 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper NW, with Father Richard McGowan, Celebrant. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Salas -- Carlos Salas, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1944, died Wednesday, May 17, 2000. He is survived by his son, Ralph Salas and wife, Betty; daughters, Gloria Trujillo, Dolores Enriquez and husband, Jess, Velma Enriquez, Margaret Sisneros and husband, Ray, and Lorraine Ortiz; 16 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; sisters, Belle Baca, and Eloisa Trujillo; and brother, Lino Salas. Mr. Salas was preceded in death by his wife, Evangelina Salas; grandsons, Carlo Ortiz, and Kyle Enriquez; and granddaughter, Brenda Salas. He was a lifetime member of the NM Locksmith Association. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at St. Edwin Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona Rd. SW. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edwin Catholic Church, with Father Jose Hernandez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mr. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Danny Salas, Daniel Ortiz, Andy Trujillo, Ruby Enriquez, Ray Sisneros, Jr., and Barbara Montoya. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 2:00 p.m., to 4:00 p.m.
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Thompson -- Florence"Totsie" Thompson, age 72, a longtime resident of Las Vegas, NM, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2000 in Albuquerque. She was born December 24, 1927 in Des Moines, NM and was the daughter of the late Jim and Sallie Barker Thornton. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald C. Thompson on December 20, 1985. She is survived by three sisters, Vivian Bernola of Albuquerque, Alta Lee Wicks of Arlington, TX, and Lela Howell of Amarillo, TX; two brothers, Afton Thornton of Claude, TX and James Thornton of Delano, CA. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, May 19, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. from the Rogers Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Mike Stahl officiating. Interment will follow at 3:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with the following serving as casket bearers, Coy Howell, Lynn Lockhart, Bary Sanders, Tommy Thornton, Pat Malcheski, and Richard Zanotti. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be all her friends. She will have visitation, today only, May 18, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a closed casket. Flowers are being accepted, or you may make donations to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the Rogers Mortuary, 1-800-479-3511.
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Tomasello -- Rita Cecelia Tomasello, 79, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2000. A Memorial service for Rita will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Rio Rancho Funeral Home. Services are under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., Rio Rancho, NM 8714 (505) 891-9192.
        Published on: Fri May 19, 2000

Valenzuela -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Julia G. Valenzuela will be celebrated this morning, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Casket bearers will be Eli Valenzuela, Jimmy Valenzuela, Sammy Valenzuela, Frank Valenzuela, Lorenzo Valenzuela, Ariel Casiano. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
        Published on: Fri May 19, 2000

Yost -- Margaret V. Yost, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, May 15, 2000. She is survived by her son, John M. Yost and wife, Jinx; granddaughter, Jaymie Yost; grandsons, John C. Yost and Michael Yost, all of Albuquerque; brother, E.H."Mac" Andrews of Texas; and sister, Laurella Sheehan of Oregon. Mrs. Yost was preceded in death by her husband, Paul J. Yost; and brother, Bill Bob Andrews. She was a member of Ballut Abyad Honored Ladies, the Paradise Hills Country Club, and the Women's 9 Hole Golf Association. PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF SERVICE INFORMATION AS FOLLOWS: Services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. Myron White officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. Friends may visit Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, 10:00 a.m. until service time. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Ballut Abyad Shrine, Crippled Children's Fund, 6600 Zuni Rd. SE, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Fri May 19, 2000