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Achen -- Ethel S. Achen, 84, a resident of Fort Sumner since 1996 and a longtime resident of Yeso, died Friday, July 14, 2000 at Providence Memorial Hospital in El Paso, TX, following an illness. Mrs. Achen was born May 11, 1916 in Doretta, San Miguel County, NM, to the home of Albert Oliver Smith and the former Mary Cox. She moved with her family to Yeso at the age of seven. She attended school at Buchanan and Yeso until the eighth grade. She attended and graduated from Fort Sumner High School. Following graduation, she attended Amarillo Junior College, Highlands University, and Eastern New Mexico University. She married Marcel Hubert Bruce Achen on October 22, 1938. Together they ranched at Yeso. The Achen family continues to operate the family ranch. Ethel began her teaching career at Yeso, NM in 1938, a position that lasted 29 years until the school closed in 1967. While teaching at Yeso she was instrumental in organizing the Yeso P.T.A., a Boy Scout Troop, and a 4-H Club. In 1967, she began teaching third grade at the Fort Sumner Elementary School. She taught at Fort Sumner until her retirement in 1973. Throughout her teaching career she was a master teacher, never accepting second-best from a student. She was honored in 1967 as the Masonic Teacher of the Year. She was also elected to the"Hall of Fame" for the Southeast District of the National Education Association - New Mexico. Ethel was a member of NM Education Retirees, she enjoyed playing canasta with her friends and making crafts. She made the most beautiful carpet hangings. Ethel was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Fort Sumner. Ethel was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Marcel Hubert Bruce Achen in 1978. Survivors include two sons, Jack Achen and wife, Tammy of Yeso, NM, Tyson Achen and wife, Adie of Las Cruces; a daughter, Marcie Salopek and husband, Mark of Las Cruces. Also surviving are eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and an aunt, Laura Smith of Corrales. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 18, 2000, from the First Baptist Church in Fort Sumner, NM. Rev. Jim Peabody will officiate. Burial will follow at Yeso Cemetery, Yeso, NM. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, J.O. Achen, Buddy Achen, Brad Achen, Dustin Salopek, Adam Salopek, Casey Achen, and Clayton Scorzafava. Honorary bearers will include Lewis Hisel, Charlie Overton, Paul Horney, Albert Perez, Ted McCollum, Jose Garcia, F.B. Willis, Bob Smith, and all her friends and neighbors. The family prefers memorials to the Ethel Achen Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Citizens Bank of Fort Sumner, P.O. Box 490, Fort Sumner, NM 88119. The casket will be closed at the church service. Visitation will be Monday, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Chavez Funeral Home, 804 N. Fifth Street, Fort Sumner, NM, (505) 355-2311.
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Adams -- HARRIET WITHERS ADAMS (July 26, 1924 - July 15, 2000) Harriet Withers Adams, loving wife and mother, and longtime resident of Jemez Springs, NM, died Saturday, July 15, 2000, at home. Harriet was a 1947 graduate of the University of New Mexico, a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority, an active member of the Christian Women's Club, and an ordained elder of Jemez Springs Community Presbyterian Church. Harriet is survived by her husband of 53 years, Paul Adams, Jemez Springs; daughters, Amie Adams Green, Roswell, Helen Adams Wicker, Harare, Zimbabwe, Marguerite Adams Cameron, Albuquerque; son, Paul Adams Jr., Grants; foster daughter, Robin Mitchell, Germantown, MD; brother, John Withers, Durango, CO; and nine grandchildren. Harriet was greatly loved. She will be remembered for her sweet spirit and generosity of heart. A service, in witness to the resurrection of Harriet Withers Adams, will be held at Jemez Springs Community Presbyterian Church, Jemez Springs, NM, at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 21, 2000. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All Faith's Receiving Home, 1709 Moon NE, Albuquerque 87112. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, is in charge of arrangements.
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Barela -- Gilbert Barela, 38, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly on July 13, 2000. Gilbert is survived by his wife, Cassandra Barela; and three children, Isabel, Felicia, and Jeaneva. Also surviving are his parents, Isabel and Amador Barela; four brothers, Johnny Barela, Fidel Barela, Amador Barela and wife, Melinda, and Filomeno Barela; and five sisters, Gloria Montano and husband, Paul, Katy Garcia, Yolanda Montano and husband, Raymond, Sandra Barela, and Theresa Fay and husband, Robert. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning, 10:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Johnny Barela, Amador Barela, Fidel Barela, Filomeno Barela, David Sena, and Michael Sena. Cremation to follow. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary Santillanes C.F.S.P.
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Bush -- Allene Frances Bush, 45, a resident of Albuquerque died, Thursday, July 13, 2000. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Christopher Bush; children, Rachel Christine and Samantha Nicole Bush; mother, Margaret McGee; brother, James T. McGee Jr.; and sisters, Kathy Rimsha, Marilyn Hofheins and R. Marie McGee. She was preceded in death by her dad, James T. McGee. She graduated from Sandia High School with Honors. She received her certificate in Dental Hygiene in June of 1976. She graduated from UNM in 1991, where she received her Bachelor degree in Dental Hygiene with Summa Cum Laude. Allene was a member of Dental Hygiene Honor Society Sigma Phi Alpha and completed the Western Regional examining board for her Anesthesiology certificate in 1993, Honor Society Phi Kappa Phi and a member of Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Her most important passion in life was her personal relationship with the Lord, which made her the most wonderful wife, mother, sister, daughter, friend, and loving aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. She was an avid golfer, gardener and enjoyed cooking. Memorial service will be held Monday, 6:00 p.m., at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Rd. NE, with Pastor Don Wilson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Rd. NE 87111. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Crossman -- Sydney Russell Crossman, 91, a resident of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away July 13, 2000. Mr. Crossman was born in Brooklyn, New York and was the owner of Last Stop Liquor Store in Albuquerque. He was in the US Army Air Corps, member of F&AM, Shriner Mounted Patrol, and Bernalillo County Sheriffs Posse, and retired in 1967. He is survived by his two sons, Steven Crossman and Harlan Crossman; nephew, Leslie Pickus; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Services will be 12:00 p.m., Monday, July 17, 2000 at Congregation B'nai Israel, 4401 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM.
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Ferguson -- G. Donald Ferguson, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1969, died Thursday, July 13, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dorothy Ferguson; daughter, Cathy Allen and husband, Tom; grandson, Shawn Allen, all of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Melissa Hodge of West Des Moines, IA; and sister, Ida Klahre of Clearville, PA. Mr. Ferguson was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters; and two brothers. He was a veteran of WWII, having served in the Army Air Corps. Mr. Ferguson was a member of Netherwood Park Church of Christ. Services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Mr. George Carman, Minister officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4725 Indian School Rd. NE, Suite 100, 87110, or to Netherwood Park Church of Christ, 5101 Indian School Rd. NE 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Gurule -- Funeral services for Adelina Gurule will be held on Tuesday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in the Peralta Cemetery. A Rosary for Adelina will be recited on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Hernandez -- Funeral services for Mrs. Ralpha Hernandez will be held on Monday at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Horton -- David Perry Horton, 80, a resident of Los Lunas for five years, died Wednesday, July 12, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Olive Altizer Horton of Los Lunas; and daughters, Pamela Sue Horton of Chesapeake, VA and Patricia Rose Horton of Los Lunas. Mr. Horton was a graduate of Holtsville High School in Millbrook, AL. He served in the U.S. Air Army Air Corps during WWII and was honorably discharged. Mr. Horton was a former Justice of the Peace. He was a 32nd Degree Mason, a member of the Vulcan Fraternal Masonic Lodge #823 in Birmingham, AL and was also a Shriner. Mr. Horton was a member of the First Baptist Church of Grantsville, WV. He was active in the Republican Party. Services will be held Monday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Jacobson -- Elna Lily Jacobson, age 89, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, July 13, 2000. She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Moreno and husband, Secundino of Albuquerque; sister, Rosalie Haines and husband, Hank of Northville, MI; eight grandchildren, Cheryl Winland, Kathleen Wilkel and Kristina Moreno of Albuquerque, Steven Moreno of Santa Fe, Courtney Hines of Peralta, Colleen ApMadoc of Farmington Hills, Mi, Florence McCullough of Orion Twp., MI, and Susan Owen of New Albany, MS; 15 great-grandchildren, Charles, Duane, Jason, Kevin, Lisa, Jacob, Joslyn, Amanda, Fiona, Candice, Brenna, Rachael, Hugh, Jeremy, and Troy; two great-great-grandchildren, Xzavier and Gabriel. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arne Jacobson; daughters, Evelyn Hines and Lois Winland; grandson, Brett Winland; sister, Ann Luplow; brothers, Neil Fredericksen and Arnold Fredericksen. Elna was born to Maren and Neils Fredericksen on December 10, 1910 in Detroit, MI. She married Arne Jacobson on November 2, 1929 and lovingly raised three daughters. Elan and Arne retired to Albuquerque in July, 1969. Elna was a loving mother and grandmother, a soft, sweet, patient spirit with deep Christian faith, who was an inspiration to others. She devoted her life to her home, family and friends, always willing to quietly listen. She was very proud of her Danish heritage, and lovingly passed down many Scandinavian family traditions. She delighted family and friends with her beautiful, award-winning needlework, and spoiled them with her wonderful cooking talents and Scandinavian specialties. She will be greatly missed byher family, her many friends at Bear Canyon Estates, and her newfound friends at Laurel View Nursing Center. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Sunday, July 16, 2000, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A Funeral service celebrating her life and final victory will be held Monday, July 17, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, with Rev. Thomas V. Collins officiating. Pallbearers will be Secundino Moreno, Courtney Hines, Steven Moreno, Charles Montoya, Duane Gurule, and Jacob Hines. Burial will take place at Sunset Memorial Park immediately following the serivce. Memorials may be made to Leukemia Lymphoma Society, 3150 Carlisle NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Johnson -- Craig Johnson, 59, a resident of Albuquerque since 1977, died Wednesday, July 12, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Sandra Johnson of the family home; sons, Geoffrey C. Johnson of Key Largo, FL, Tige C. Johnson and wife, Yvonne C. of Chicago, IL, and Reuel C. Johnson of Albuquerque; sisters, Sherrill Creer and husband, Ronald and Jill Rodriguez, all of Phoenix, AZ; brother, Kent Johnson and wife, Carol of Snohomish, WA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Johnson was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was a member of the American Legion, Post 49. Mr. Johnson was involved in numerous organizations and community activities during his years here in Albuquerque. His love of travel was just one of his many interests. He was loved and will be missed by all. Graveside services will be held Monday, July 17, 2000, 3:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Pastor Russell Lee officiating. Pallbearers will be Tige Johnson, Reuel Johnson, Kent Johnson, Bill Villiers, Cliff Barbieri, and Luray Williams. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, July 16, 2000, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Craig Johnson Memorial Fund at First Financial Credit Union, P.O. Box 25587, 87125.
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Keylon -- Jack Keylon passed away July 14, 2000 at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque. He was one of the first patients to survive open heart surgery in 1959, a valve replacement in 1973, a heart transplant in 1978, and became one of the longest heart transplant survivors. Jack was preceded in death by his mother, Blanche and father, William Keylon. He is survived by his wife, Lily; two sons, Gene Keylon and wife, Lee, and Bill Keylon and wife, Nikki; daughter, Trish Ransom and husband, Dan; three grandchildren, Sarah Keylon, Cassie Ransom, and Elizabeth Johnson; two grandsons, Stephen Ransom and Timothy Keylon; two brothers, Paul Keylon and wife, Letha, and Vernon Keylon and wife, Bertha; sister, Helen Galloway; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church, 4th St. and Lead SW, on Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, 505-343-8008.
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Nagy -- Cecelia Blanche Nagy, 76, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 15, 2000. Blanche was born in Toledo, OH on October 25, 1923. She has resided in the Albuquerque-Belen area since 1952. She is survived by four children; sons, Nick Nagy and wife, Ann of Los Alamos, sons, Tom Nagy and wife, Tish of Los Lunas, and Bob Nagy of Mesa, AZ; daughter, Mary Urban and husband, Bill of Canby, OR. She is also survived by ten grandchildren; and 5 1/2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death her husband of 53 years, Nicholas Joseph Nagy and a grandson, Marcus Daniel Nagy. She was a member of the Community Bible Church of Los Lunas. She will be greatly missed by her family. A Memorial service will be held Monday, 3:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Community Bible Church of Los Lunas, Memorial Building Fund, 1600 Sichler Rd., Los Lunas, New Mexico 87031. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Neira -- Alejandro J. Neira Jr., age 77, beloved husband, father and grandfather, was called home to be with the Lord, Saturday, July 15, 2000. Mr. Neira was born in Lorado, TX to the late Alejandro Sr. and Josefa Nieira; was a resident of Albuquerque, formerly of California. He was preceded in death by a son, George Neira. He is survived by his loving wife, Antonia Garcia Neira of the family home; four sons, Alejandro Neira III and wife, Darlene of Spain, John Antonio Neira and wife, Susan of Burmingham, AL, Gerald Neira and wife, Julie of San Leandro, CA, and Jose Angel Neira of Oakland, CA; five daughters, Mouzelle Neira of Pittsburg, CA, Rosalinda Plasencia and husband, Ismael of Oakland, CA, Margartia Chabre and husband, Jose of San Leandro, CA, Virginia Ramirez and husband, Michael of San Jose, CA, and Antonia Neira of Oakland, CA; 21 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and daughter-in-law, Joellen Neira of Richmond, CA. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Services and interment will be conducted at the C.P. Bannon Mortuary in Oakland, CA. Local arrangements are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
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Pacheco -- Joclynn Renee Pacheco, infant daughter of Ricardo Pacheco and Yvonne Romero, passed away July 14, 2000, at an Albuquerque hospital as a result of an automobile accident. Joclynn was born April 27, 2000 in Las Vegas, NM. She was preceded in death by her paternal great-grandfather, Alfonso Baca Sr.; maternal great-grandfather, Andalecio Romero; great-great-grandparents, Pete and Genoveva Pacheco and Eloisa Urioste; two uncles, Larry and Estevan Romero. Besides her parents, Joclynn is survived by her brother, Benito Romero of the family home in Puerto De Luna; her paternal grandparents, Rose Baca and husband, Ray Valverde, Paul Pacheco and wife, Angel, all of Santa Rosa; her maternal grandparents, Joe and Diana Romero of Puerto De Luna; great-grandparents, Delma Baca, Orlando and Josie Pacheco, all of Santa Rosa, Rita Romero of Tecolotito, NM, and Guadalupe Vasquez of Taft, TX; great-great-grandparents, Celstina Sisneros of Las Vegas, NM and Lucio and Arcelia Abeyta of Santa Rosa; uncles and aunts, Joe and Monique Romero of San Diego, CA, ShaDonna Romero and Andy Romero of Puerto De Luna, Melissa Pacheco, Leslie Pacheco and fiance, Joe Herrera and Raelyn Valverde, all of Santa Rosa; her Godparents, Joseph Baca and Joyce Sandoval. Also surviving are numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and a host of relatives and friends. Mass of the Angels will be celebrated on Monday at 11:00 a.m. from St. Rose of Lima Church in Santa Rosa with Father Stephen Schultz officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Santa Rosa. Serving as pallbearers are Joseph Baca, Joe Romero, Andy Romero, Jeremy Garcia, Leonard Vasquez and Remegio Baca. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Diego Herrera, Marcus Romero and Baby Joe Garcia. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St., Santa Rosa, NM, (505) 472-3369.
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Padilla -- CARLOS (CHARLIE REY) PADILLA 11/12/62 -- 07/17/99To My Family,I had to go away. I've been gone for a while. And though it hurt to leave you, I left you With a smile. The beautiful Heaven that I'm In is like all the best memories we've shared. The memories of our life, love and how much I cared. It's funny how one night caused so Much pain and with every tear that fell I Know you heard my name. I had to leave At such a young age, but my roots will Only grow stronger. I know you want to call Me and have me come out to play. I know You have thought of me each and every day. You all amazed me with the love that you Gave and now I know I left you feeling Alone and afraid, but keep in your heart that I did not die in vain, I left a light to guide You and take away your pain. Love, CarlosP.S. Tell the kids I'm enjoying watching them grow and keep the weeds cut.
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Padilla -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF CARLOS REY PADILLA NOVEMBER 12, 1963 - JULY 17, 1999God looked around His garden and found an empty place. Then He looked down upon this earth and saw your loving face. He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone. A part of us went with you, the day God called you home. Uncle I miss your hugs. Daniel Mi Hermano como te Quiero, Como te Extrano Siempre en mi mente. Tu Hermana y su Familia Debbie, Larry and Daniel 
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