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Andazola -- Josephine M. Andazola, age 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, died Sunday in a local hospital. She is survived by her children, Fred, James, Franklin Andazola and Debbie Van Dyke; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Anne Angeletti and Rose Maddaleni; brother, Frank Marcelli. The Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Thursday, in the chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 a.m., Friday, at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 4th at Mildred NW. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either the American Cancer Society or Hospice. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Barela -- Concepcion (Connie) Barela, 52, a resident of Albuquerque most of her life, passed away Monday, May 22, 2000. Beloved wife of Tranquilino J. Barela (T.J.). Mother of Valerie Templin and husband, Art, Jose Dario Barela and wife, Michelle, Lawrence Barela and Yvette Garcia, Tanya Barela, Cathy Barela, James Barela, Jesse (Enrique) Cardiel and wife, Karen, and Shawn Storey. Grandmother of Jaime Espinoza III, Juan and Aurea Cardiel, Jose Dario Barela Jr., and the late Leandra Barela. Daughter of Frank P. Armijo and the late Mary Armijo. Sister of Johnny Armijo and wife, Frances, Marcella Padilla and husband, Art, Marty Armijo, Peter Armijo and wife, Joann, Gina Lopez, and Tony Armijo. Her brothers, Frank Armijo Jr. and Andrew Armijo preceded her in death. Connie was an active member of St. Anne's Catholic Church. A Rosary for Connie will be recited on Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Anne Church with viewing beginning at 6:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 9:00 a.m., at St. Anne's. Burial service will be at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery following the Mass. Pallbearers will be Jose Dario Barela, Lawrence Barela, Jesse Cardiel, Shawn Storey, Frank Padilla and Art Templin. Honorary pallbearers will be Jaime Espinoza III, Juan Cardiel, and Jose Dario Barela Jr. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Chavez -- Manuelita"Nellie" B. Chavez, age 82, a resident of Albuquerque died, Saturday, May 20, 200. She is survived by her daughters, Laura Reinhardt and husband, Will, and Carmen Chavez; sons, Jessie Chavez and wife, Viola, and Paul Chavez, all of Albuquerque; and Richard Chavez and wife, Maria Carmen of San Antonio, TX; 14 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Juan S. Chavez in 1982. Mrs. Chavez was an active member of Our Lady of Annunciation Church. She was a member of the Marianites and a Eucharistic Minister who often visited the sick and shut-ins. Mrs. Chavez taught her entire family to love and to have faith in God. She was loved and will be missed by all who knew her. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, May 24, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday, May 25, 2000 at Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, 2532 Vermont NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, from 5:00 p.m. until Rosary. Arrangements by French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel.
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Ferris -- Dorothy N. Ferris passed away on May 22, 2000. She was born in Jenkins (Crossroads), New Mexico on November 7, 1912 to Ross and Martha Norton. The family moved to Wellman, Texas, where she went to school. After graduating in 1930, she returned to New Mexico for good. On June 3, 1932, she married Charlie Ferris. They spent 61 years together before Charlie died in 1993. They lived in Lincoln, Ft. Stanton, and Capitan until 1954, when they moved to Tularosa and opened a Tastee Freez, which they ran until they retired in 1974. Dorothy moved from Tularosa to Edgewood in 1997. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Ross and Martha Norton; a brother, Gene Norton (1941); and a son, Gary (1964). She is survived by a brother, Charles Norton of San Antonio, TX; a son, Charles Melvyn Ferris and his wife, Sandra of Edgewood; two grandchildren, Anna Ferris of Albuquerque and Mike and his wife, Sharon of Longmont, CO; and two great-grandchildren, Ashley and Whitney Ferris of Longmont, CO. Dorothy is also survived by a very special adopted family, Kay Hawkins and daughter, Lauree of Phoenix, AZ. Dorothy was always very active. She was a member of the Eastern Star in Carrizozo, NM, and a member of the Woman's Club in both Capitan and Tularosa. The Senior Citizens groups in Tularosa and Edgewood were very important to her. Dorothy loved gardening, knitting, and crocheting. She loved to play cards and dominoes. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Older American Center, 1050 Bookout Lane, in Tularosa. A Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 27, 2000 at Hamilton-O'Dell Funeral Home in Alamogordo.
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Gallegos -- Rebecca A. (Becky) Gallegos, formerly of Santa Fe, died May 11, 2000, in Columbus, Ohio after a brief illness. Becky was born and raised in Tucumcari, NM. She attended Highlands University and the University of New Mexico. She taught school in Quay County. Becky married her husband, Mike on August 30, 1941, and moved to the family ranch outside of Logan, NM, and in 1945, they moved to Santa Fe, where she lived until 1993, when she moved to Columbus, Ohio for health reasons. She lived with her sister, Agnes until her time of death. While in Santa Fe, Becky belonged to the St. Francis Cathedral Altar Society, she was a member of the Order of St. Francis and the St. Therese Reading Circle, and also volunteered at St. Vincent's Hospital. Becky retired from the State of New Mexico, where she worked for 30 years. After her retirement, Becky traveled extensively within the United States and abroad. Becky was preceded in death by her husband, Merced (Mike) Gallegos (a prominent NM politician who held several high positions within state government); parents, Elisco and Genieve Austin; brother, Frank Austin, all of Tucumcari; sister, Stella Murch and nephew, Anthony Murch, both of Columbus, OH; step-brother, Bill Giddings of Tucumcari; brothers-in-law, Bonnie Gallegos, Cleofas Gallegos and Ted Gallegos; sister-in-law, Lucia Gallegos, all of Logan, NM. Becky is survived by sister, Agnes Bosworth of Columbus, OH; step-sister, Alice Gross of Rockford, IL; nephews, Michael Bosworth and wife, Sharon, Walter Murch, Bobby Murch and wife, Kathy; nieces, Rena Ferguson and husband, Terry, Becky Anna Jackson and husband, Jim; sisters-in-law, Julia and Sefie Gallegos; nephews, Ernest Gallegos and wife, Lucy, Tommy Gallegos and wife, Pat, Albert Gallegos (whom Becky considered as her own son) and wife, Anabelle, Louie Gallegos and wife, Bea, and Danny Gallegos; Godson, Anthony Gallegos (whom Becky considered as her grandson) and wife, Belinda. Becky is also survived by many great-nieces and nephews, and many other relatives. Mass was held on Monday, May 15, 2000, 12:30 p.m., at St. Matthias Church in Columbus with burial at Northlawn Memory Gardens in Weterville, Ohio, under the direction of Schoedinger Funeral Services. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass, which will be held for Becky on Thursday, May 25, 2000, 5:15 p.m., at St. Francis Cathedral, Santa Fe, NM, with Rev. Jerome Martinez y Alire officiating.
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Gilliam -- Mr. George A. Gilliam Sr., 76, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home in the arms of his loving family on May 22, 2000. Mr. Gilliam was the beloved husband of 57 years to Mrs. Andrea Gilliam. He is also survived by his four daughters, Cathy Sanchez and husband, Levi, Dorothy Sanchez, Carmen Contreras and husband, Elfie and Ramona Aragon and husband, Richard; three sons, George Gilliam Jr., John Gilliam and wife, Laura and Fred Gilliam and wife, Laura; a son-in-law, Robert Romero; 13 grandchildren, Levi Jr., Brian Sanchez, Joe and Ray Segura, Stephanie and Jessica Sanchez, Michelle Lujan, David Gilliam, Michael and Alicia Gilliam, Andrea Contreras, Carlos and Amanda Aragon; five great-grandchildren, Zebadiah, Mariah, Devin, Rachel and Joshua; a very special, lifelong friend, Tino Carrillo; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Gilliam was the last survivor of five children of his parents, Fred and Lotita Gilliam who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Vangie Romero in March of 1998; and his son-in-law, Steven Sanchez in May of 1999; his parents; three brothers; and one sister. He was the last surviving member of his family. Mr. Gilliam was a member of the Catholic Church. He was an active member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, a Euchartistic Minister, and a proud member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local #49. George was more than a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a man who personified benevolence and a blue-collar work ethic. He was a man who drew strength from and provided inspiration for his family. He will be greatly missed. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 300 Mildred NW, with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. Deacon Mercy Villarael, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning, 10:00 a.m., at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church with visitation at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father John Plans, Celebrant, Con-Celebrant Deacon Mercy Villarael. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Segura, Ray Segura, David Gilliam, Levi Sanchez Jr., Brian Sanchez, Carlos Aragon and Michael Gilliam. Honorary will be Stephanie Sanchez, Jessica Sanchez, Michelle Lujan, Andrea Contreras, Amanda Aragon and Alicia Gilliam. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Gleasner -- Hazel Purkey Gleasner, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, passed away in Albuquerque on May 22, 2000. She was born July 10, 1911 in Moline, Kansas to Richard and Mary Ellen Purkey. She is survived by her children, Julie Ann Smith and husband, Doug of Bakersfield, CA, Robert J. Gleasner of Albuquerque, and Jo Ann Mickelson and husband, Alan of Tijeras; grandchildren, Robyn and Cheryl Gleasner, Barbara and Jessica Smith; two brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. She was a"stay at home Mom" that enjoyed cooking, sewing clothes for her daughters or helping them make Barbie doll clothes. She was an avid fisherman that was always the first one up and the first one to get her line wet. She lived most of her years in Albuquerque in the same neighborhood near Old Town until the last three years, where she made her home at Westland House. Thank you to the special, caring people at Westland House who were so kind. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society. A Memorial service will be held at Albuquerque Bible Church, 320 Montano Rd. NW, at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2000, with Bob Lewis officiating. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Goodman -- Edythe (Eddye) Katz Goodman, born May 30, 1908 in Brooklyn, New York, died May 22, 2000, while residing at Manzano Del Sol in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fannie and Samuel Katz and her husband of 41 years, Irving (Goody) Leon Goodman. She is survived by her sister, Sarah Kibrig of Los Angeles, CA; her brothers, David Kates of St. Petersburg, FL, Elias Katz of Berkeley, CA and Saul Katz of Los Angeles, CA; her daughter, Marcia Goodman Landau of Albuquerque; her grandchildren, Michelle Landau Stapp of Albuquerque and Neil Frederick Landau of Brooklyn, NY; her great-grandchild, Alex Ehlowin Stapp of Albuquerque; and many loving nieces and nephews. She expressed a deep affection for her son-in-law, Dr. David Landau and her devoted companion, Glenda Barnett. Eddye grew up in New York City, completing her schooling there. She earned her Bachelor's degree from City College of New York in 1933. She worked for various agencies of the state and was employed by the Bronx County Court for 40 years. The last 15 of these years, she spent as the Court Clerk of the Surrogates Court in the Bronx. She retired in 1970 and moved with her husband to a new retirement community in St. Petersburg, Florida. After her husband's death in 1974, she remained in St. Petersburg until 1999 when she moved to Albuquerque where her daughter resides. Eddye was a bright, loquacious woman with a fascination for stocks and the stock market. She also took great delight in making and collecting costume jewelry. She was kind, generous, and gentle. Her gracious warmth extended to her family and her friends both old and new. Her soft, loving ways still will be missed by those she touched. A Memorial service will be held at Nahalat Shalom Congregation, L Building, 3606 Rio Grande Blvd. NW, Thursday, May 25, at 7:30 p.m. Eddye's deep and abiding concern for social injustice made the ACLU her favorite charity. In lieu of flowers, all friends are invited to make memorial contributions to the New Mexico American Civil Liberties Union. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society of NM, Ph 891-8200.
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Greenleaf -- Edward E."Bill" Greenleaf, 70, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, May 22, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sadie Greenleaf of the family home; son, Daniel Greenleaf of Seattle, WA; daughter-in-law, Laura Greenleaf of Albuquerque; daughters, Mary Catherine Johnson and husband, Ron of Tijeras and Sandra Mascarenas and husband, Joe of Los Lunas; grandchildren, Timothy S. Greenleaf, Jennifer Greenleaf, Rachel Greenleaf, Michael Greenleaf, Kathryn Johnson, Nicholas Mascarenas, Elizabeth A. Greenleaf, Brandon Mascarenas, Shannon Johnson, Eric Greenleaf, Matthew Mascarenas, Eli Johnson, Brittany Mascarenas, Zachary Johnson, and Loriann Johnson; sister, Norma Hormell of Alamogordo; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, W. Michael Greenleaf in 1999. Mr. Greenleaf served seven years in the Army Air Corp. He worked 20 years with the Albuquerque Journal, ten years with Continental Trailways, and three years with the New Mexico Highway Dept. He attended the Pulmonary Lung Gym at Lovelace. He was a member of the VFW, and Calvary Chapel. Mr. Greenleaf loved watching old western movies. Services will be held Wednesday, May 24, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Alan Brooks officiating. Interment will take place at 12:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Greenleaf, Eric Greenleaf, Nicholas Mascarenas, Brandon Mascarenas, Matthew Mascarenas, Eli Johnson, Zachary Johnson, and Jeffrey Harrison. Honorary pallbearer will be Timothy Greenleaf. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, May 24, 2000, 9:00 a.m. until service at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 216 Truman NE 87108 or to the American Parkinson's Disease Association, 1250 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY, 10305. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Hallek -- Catherine Mary Hallek, 70, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died Sunday, May 21, 2000. She is survived by her husband, James Hallek of Albuquerque; daughters, Kathleen R. Sperling and husband, John of Boulder, CO and Deborah Ann Hallek Parker of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Katherine Anne Anderson of Toronto, Canada, Jessie Parker and Allie Parker, both of Houston, TX, Jason Sperling and Brian Sperling, both of Boulder, CO; brothers, Alphonso Basile and wife, Alice, Robert Basile and wife, Delores, and Michael Basile and wife, Kathy; and sister, Margaret Ann Pendino and husband, Joe, all of St. Louis, MO. Mrs. Hallek was President of Southwest Sales & Equipment and she was an officer in Hallek Sales Co. She was a member of the Albuquerque Boat Club and Tanoan Country Club, and was very active in jazzercise. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE with Father Thomas Moore, Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Don Keith, Jim Smith, John Whillans, Robert Rogers, Terry Warnke, Deborah Ann Hallek Parker. Honorary Pallbearers will be John Sperling, Joe Pendino, Tony Basile and Matthew Ponesse. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, Attn: Jane Berquist, 8100 Constitution Pl. NE, 4th Floor, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd NE.
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Hartmann -- Paul E. Hartmann, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on May 22, 2000 after a short illness. He was born October 3, 1939. He will be greatly missed by his three children, John E. Hartmann and his wife, Jodi of Greeley, CO, Steven E. Hartmann of Phoenix, AZ, and Paula E. Marshall and her husband, Terry of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Steven E. Hartmann II of Garnett, Kansas, Blake, Chris, Shaun and Weston of Greeley, Co; longtime friend, Judy Hartmann of Las Vegas, NV; brother, John Richard Hartmann of Albuquerque; and cousin, Leonard DeJoria of Henderson, NV. Memorial services will be held Thursday, May 25, 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, Attn: Anne Martin, 5800 Lomas NE 87110 or Brothers of the Good Shepherd, 10127 Guadalupe Tr. NW 87114. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Haynie -- Maurice Haynie, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, died Saturday, May 20, 2000. Maurice was a World War II Navy Veteran, having served in the South Pacific. He is survived by his wife, Leda Haynie of the family home; daughters, Sharon Miller and husband, Jim of Albuquerque and Jeanie Beauchamp and husband, Bob of Stillwell, Kansas; granddaughters, Jessica, Monica, Vanessa and Kristina; one brother, Theron Haynie and wife, Norma of Seattle Washington. Visitation will be at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, and services will follow at 10:30 a.m., Haines St. Chapel, 5709 Haines Ave. NE. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer that memorial contributions be made to Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM 87125. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Hoehne -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Charles R. Hoehne will be recited Wednesday morning, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos NW, with visitation after 9:30 a.m. Father Aragon, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd., in charge of arrangements.
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Jimenez -- Funeral services for Jesus B. Jimenez will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2000 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, located at 5311 Phoenix Ave. NE. Burial will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jesus Rodriguez, Anulfo Rodriguez, Edwin Mora, Ruben Chavez, Tony Nava and Juan Nava. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Ludi -- Eloy E. Ludi, 81, a lifelong and well known resident of Las Vegas, NM, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2000, following a long struggle with Leukemia. Born in 1919, he was a retiree from the Department of Labor, where he was Director of the Las Vegas office for 40 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Jacob Ludi and Cecilia CdeBaca Ludi; brothers, William Ludi Sr., John J. Ludi Sr., Louis Ludi Sr., and Eddie Ludi; sister, Annie Mares and in-laws, L.C. Espinoza and Rosalie Chavez Espinoza. Eloy is survived by his beloved wife of over 50 years, Lula of the family home; daughters, Carolyn Joann Carr and husband, Bill, Dorothy Withers and husband, Dennis, and Deborah Leitch and husband, Kevin; one son, Lloyd Ludi and wife, Christine. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, Josh Blackmore, Robin Nowaki, Terryl Blackmore, Rodney Blackmore, Melissa Begeman, Bryan Withers, Jason Withers, Lloyd Aaron Ludi, Ryan Ludi, Andrea Leitch, Jonathan Leitch, Ian Leitch and Heath Leitch, along with ten great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his brothers, Joe Ludi and Phillip Ludi and wife, Dale; and sisters-in-law, Ruth Fuentes, Millie Lohr, Irene Zern and; one brother-in-law, Donald Espinoza. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, May 24, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. from Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Las Vegas. Father George Salazar will celebrate the Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2000 also at Immaculate Conception Church. Interment will follow at San Antonio Cemetery also in Las Vegas. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Rotary Club of Las Vegas at P.O. Box 1148 in Las Vegas, NM 87701; Elks Club #408 of Las Vegas at P.O. Box 397 in Las Vegas, NM 87701; or Knights of Columbus #804 in Las Vegas, NM 87701, in Memory of Eloy E. Ludi. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Home, Las Vegas, NM, 425-6551.
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Lyle -- Martha Thelma Lyle, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Monday, May 22, 2000 after a very long, painful battle with bone cancer. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, John R. Lyle, Sr. of Albuquerque; sons, John R. Lyle, Jr. of Fullerton, CA and Michael W. Lyle and wife, Kim of Las Vegas, NV; daughters, Mary E. Utrup of Cedar Crest, NM, Martha G. Lyle-Erhard and husband, Bruce of Las Cruces, NM, and Veronica A. Petersen of Seaford, NY; daughter-in-law, Dr. Carol Merovka of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren, Anna Maria, Matthew William Utrup and Tara Lichelle Hankins, all of Albuquerque; Michael James Hankins, and wife, Christina of Austin, TX, Kim Colleen Hine and husband, Jeff of Rio Rancho, and Jeffrey Lyle Petersen of Seaford, NY; three great-grandchildren, Trahurn, Michael, and Kallie; and three nephews, Donald Waudby of Dallas, TX, Curtis and E.W. Waudby, both of Ft. Worth, TX. Mrs. Lyle was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Herbert Pearson; and her sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Pearson Waudby. Thelma was born August 21, 1920 in Kansas City, KS to William T. and Gertrude Pearson. She was an accomplished pianist and also gave music lessons. She met John at Ft. Leavenworth, KS in 1937. They have remained sweethearts ever since. Mrs. Lyle went on to complete her degree as a registered nurse from St. Joseph's Hospital in Kansas City, MO. As the wife of an Army careerist, Mrs. Lyle lived in many different cities and countries throughout Europe. She was an active member of Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church for many years. Memorial Rosary will be recited Friday, May 26, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, Claremont & Vermont Streets NE. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, May 27, 2000, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, with Father Ronald Bruckner, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The family especially wants to thank the Carefree Assisted Living staff and the Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice caregivers for the wonderful care they gave to Thelma. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Manzanares -- Mr. Leo Manzanares died Monday in Albuquerque at the age of 92. Mr. Manzanares was a member of the Catholic Church. He was born in Buena Vista, NM on April 10, 1908. He is survived by his son, Daniel J. Manzanares of Aurora, CO; four grandchildren; sister, Mary Paez; niece and Goddaughter, Charleen Castillo and husband, Victor with whom he resided for 21 years; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services for Mr. Manzanares will be held on Friday 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 Dale Gibbs, Louis Herrera, Ralph M. Paez, Charles A. Paez, David Castillo and John Castillo. A Rosary for Mr. Manzanares will be recited on Thursday evening, 7:30 p.m., at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A special thanks to Dr. William Abeyta, and for the special considerations given by Gerry and Molly Garcia, and all the people at Inez Place. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Martinez -- Jimmy Martinez died Sunday in Albuquerque at the age of 26. Funeral services for Jimmy will be held on Thursday at Holy Family Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. A Rosary for Jimmy will be recited on Wednesday evening at Holy Family Church at 7:00 p.m. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Martinez -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Samuel Lee"Sammy" Martinez Jr. will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 11:00 a.m., at Holy Family Church with final viewing at the church after 10:30 a.m. Father Manuel Viera, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Mckee -- John DeWitt (Jack), McKee, age 80, died on April 26, 2000, in Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. He was cerebal palsied at birth. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis DeWitt and Mary Emma McKee and a brother, Ellwood M. of Philadelphia, PA. He is survived by his wife, Jeannette, a brother, Donald P., of Kerrville, TX, a sister-in-law, Helen McKee of Philadelphia, PA, and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and their families, and many friends. McKee was born on December 22, 1919 in Emporia, KS. Early on throughout his school years, he was a writer, reporter, editor, columnist, and later a rewrite man for the Albuquerque Tribune. He graduated from Concordia, KS High School in 1938, then earned a bachelor's degree magna cum laude at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, KS in 1943. When the family later moved to Albuquerque, Jack enrolled in the graduate school at the University of New Mexico. There he became sports information director and also managing editor of Alumnus Magazine. From 1952 through 1958 he was a junior fellow, graduate assistant, teaching assistant and instructor of English. He graduated with a PhD in American Studies in 1959. In the fall of 1959 he became a faculty member of the Humanities Department at the New Mexico Institute of of Mining and Technology in Socorro, NM. He was Assistant Professor from 1959-1966, Associate, 1966-1970 and full Professor from 1970 to 1985 when he retired as Professor Emeritus. In Socorro Jack and his wife joined the First Presbyterian Church, and he became an elder. He soon began to edit the church's newsletter, The Courier, in which he wrote a column called Between You and Me which he contributed monthly (except June and July) for 18 years, up to his death. Meanwhile he was appointed to the planning council of NM Developmental Disabilities, Socorro County Services for the Handicapped (later, TRESCO) and United Cerebral Palsy. He also took part in the economic concerns of the handicapped, received the Who's Crippled? award from The National Society for Crippled Children and Adults (now Easter Seal Society). Further, he received a Distinguished Service Award from Kansas Wesleyan in 1991. He was a member of the Society of Professional Journalists (Sigma Delta Chi), Socorro County Historical Society, New Mexico Folklore Society, Friends of the Socorro Public Library, Menaul Historical Library of the Southwest (Albuquerque), Kappa Tau Alpha, Phi Alpha Theta and Pi Gamma Nu. He is also listed in the 55th edition of Who's Who in America. He has written numerous articles, letters, essays, poetry, and some fiction. His books are Two Legs to Stand On, My Battle with Cerebral Palsy; William Allen White: Maverick on Main Street; and Time of Trouble, Time of Triumph: A Centenial History of the First Presbyterian Church of Socorro, NM. He was also published in other books and in quarterly magazines. This multi-faceted person spent his life fighting the battle of literacy. But he also liked to try his hand at water coloring and enjoyed travelling around New Mexico. Although he had several overlapping careers, he sometimes felt he hadn't done enough. He was a person who had the common touch. A Memorial service will be held at Macey Center on the NM Tech campus on May 26, 2000 at 3:00 p.m.
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Miranda -- Valentina S. Miranda, 91, co-founder of Blue Spring, NM in 1928, along with her late husband, Max, passed away on May 21, 2000. She was a member of the Veguita Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Max Miranda in 1990 and her loving daughter, Helen D. Miranda in 1999. She is survived by three loving daughters, Viola Romero of Albuquerque, Pricilla of Los Lunas, and Carmen McCleery of Albuquerque; two sons, Audillo of Albuquerque and Max Jr. of Albuquerque; 12 loving grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and one sister-in-law, Fannie Saavedra of Belen. A viewing will be held on May 23, 2000, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Romero Funeral Home followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 24, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at the Veguita Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Veguita Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Audi R. Jr., Daniel B., Dennis, and Gary Miranda, Tim and Jonathon McClerry. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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Ortiz -- Edward B."Lalo" Ortiz, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, May 22, 2000. He is survived by his brother, Frank O. Ortiz; nieces, Frances Perea and husband, Paul, all of Albuquerque, Kathy Undiks and husband, Francisco of Aurora, CO and Clarissa Ortiz; and nephew, Frank M. Ortiz, both of Albuquerque. Mr. Ortiz was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Mary A. Ortiz in 1984; and nephew, Eddie F. Ortiz. He was employed as an inspector for 45 years with Southern Union Natural Gas Company. Mr. Ortiz was a longtime member at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. He served in the United States Army and was a WWII Veteran. Mr. Ortiz enjoyed bowling. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon Ruben Barela reciting. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE, with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Don Barker, Marty Neel, Louie Baldonado, Pete Chavez, Fred Garcia and Servero Trujillo. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association - NM Affiliate, 6301 Forest Hills Dr. NE, 87110. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. until Rosary.
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Pohl -- Carmen M. Pohl was called by our Lord to take her place in heaven on May 20, 2000. She was preceded in death by her father, Jerry Muniz. She is survived by her husband, Robert Pohl; two daughters, Nadine Pohl and Diane Pohl; her mother, Ann Muniz; a sister, Patricia Sanchez and husband, Nestor; a brother, Robert Muniz; and grandsons, Robert and Daniel, all of Albuquerque. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning, 9:00 a.m., at St.Bernadette Catholic Church. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street, Gary Santillanes CFSP.
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Ramsey -- The family of Vera Ramsey wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and sympathetic during their recent loss. Special thanks to Lynn and Tony Blake of Robin House Residential Care who so lovingly cared for Vera. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Rees -- Virginia Lucille"Betty" Rees, 82, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2000 at her residence of four years, Good Samaritan Village, Socorro, NM. Betty was born on May 28, 1917 to Frank and Bertha M. (Melton) Murphy in Kansas, IL. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cortland M."Doc" Rees in June, 1969; and sisters, Katherine"Marie" Minster, Louella Jones, Thurza Wolters and Ella Mae Remkus. She is survived by her nieces, Norma L. Hoffman, Carol McCaslin, Sharon McCormick, Nancy Smith and Connie Joe Sutton; and many other relatives and friends. Betty and Doc moved to Socorro in 1952 and were the first owners of the El Rio Motel & Restaurant on California Street. In 1966, Betty purchased the Tribe of K Dress Shop on the Plaza, which she operated for over ten years. Betty was a pillar in the community and was recognized for her outstanding achievements as a businesswoman, as well as her remarkable commitment and dedication to community services. In 1971, she became the First Lady President of Socorro Chamber of Commerce and was honored with the Chamber's Bill Eaton Award in 1982. Betty was also an active member of the Sunset Club of New Mexico and was the First Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star (Chapter 9) when they moved to the new Masonic building in Socorro. She joined the First Presbyterian Church of Socorro and had been a longtime member since November 20, 1955. The City of Socorro could always count on Betty to volunteer for any charity event, political rally, or golf tournament, but more importantly, Betty could always count on the people of Socorro to be lifelong friends. Visitation will be on Friday, May 26 at Steadman-Hall Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 27, 10:00 a.m., at Steadman-Hall, with Rev. Phil Preston officiating. Interment will be in the Socorro Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers are Holm O. Bursum III, Charles H."Chuck" Monette, Steve Rees, Baldy Hoffman, Brian McCaslin, Jason Lines, Danny Monette and George Brian McCormick. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Good Samaritan Village, 1203 Hwy 60 W., Socorro, NM 87801. Arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, Socorro, NM.
        Published on: Wed May 24, 2000

Romero -- Mass of Christian Burial for Nicholas J. Romero will be celebrated this morning, 9:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Sanchez -- ESTHER MARY SANCHEZ Dec. 2, 1930 to May 24, 1997 In Loving MemoryIf roses grow in Heaven, Lord, please pick a bouquet for me. Place them in the arms of Mama and tell her they're from me. Tell her I love her and miss her, and when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while. Remembering Mama is easy, I do it everyday, and there is an ache within my heart that will never go away. Mom, the memory of you will always be treasured and cherished. Our whole family misses and loves you so much. Love your hijita, Agnes Sanchez-Mayfield
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Thieken -- Ralph J. Thieken, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1986, died Saturday, May 20, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Pauline L. Thieken of Albuquerque; sisters, Anna Jane Crull of San Francisco, CA and Mary Martha Born of Columbus, OH; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Harold and Dorigen Anderson of Albuquerque; niece, Vicki Stewart of Spearman, TX; and two great-nephews, Christopher and Matthew Stewart of Spearman, TX. He was preceded in death by his brothers, John and Paul Thieken. Cremation has taken place. Memorial graveside services and interment of cremains will be held Thursday, May 25, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. The family of Mr. Thieken especially wishes to thank all the staff at St. Francis Place for the wonderful care they gave to Ralph. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed May 24, 2000

Trujillo -- Josephine Trujillo, 81, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, May 20, 2000. Josephine was born on January 28, 1919 in Albuquerque. She is survived by her loving children, Robert Trujillo and wife, Corrine, Avilio Trujillo and wife, Felicia, Angie Garcia, Diane Saiz and fiancee, Martin Ortiz, and Jeanette Silva and husband, Valentine; 31 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be Thursday, 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 the corner of 8th and Iron, where a Rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday morning, 10:00 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Paul Calderon, Mario Saiz, Francisco Saiz, Anthony Trujillo, Avelino Trujillo, Ricky Trujillo and Sigfredo Trujillo. Honorary bearers will be Larry Baca, Bobby Lee Trujillo, Alvin Trujillo, Luis Trujillo, Albert Trujillo, Jimmy Lucero, Anthony Lucero and Johnny Trujillo. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
        Published on: Wed May 24, 2000

Watson -- Cathy T. Watson passed away May 20, 2000. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She is survived by husband, Kenneth Watson; children, Monica Ayon, Tiffany Bustos; grandchildren, Brandon Ayon, Jacob Ayon, Angelo Ayon; sister, Antonette Lovato; pets, Samantha and Sara; numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Memorial services will be held at St. Edwins Catholic Church with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2000, and Mass at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday. Her remains will be inturred at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
        Published on: Wed May 24, 2000

Youngblood -- Luella Davis Youngblood, 71, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, died Friday, May 19, 2000. She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Youngblood of Albuquerque; son, David Youngblood and wife, Diane of Atoka, OK; and two grandsons, Bradley and Zachary of the family home. Graveside services will be held Thursday, 10:30 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may call at 3300 Linda Vista SE, immediately after graveside services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed May 24, 2000