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Altrichter -- Frank George Altrichter, 81, died July 29th at his home in Albuquerque after a brief illness. Born in Chicago, Frank moved with his parents to Colorado Springs, Colorado, as a young child. After graduating high school, Frank worked in Colorado Springs for several years before marrying his high school sweetheart, Leona May Bishop, and moving to Albuquerque to start a family and a career as a restauranteur. At the outbreak of WWII, he enlisted in the Army-Air Corps and received training as a pilot. Frank returned to Albuquerque after the War and continued in the restaurant business. In 1953, he started the local landmark Frank's Drive In, which became a popular cruising spot for high school students in the 60's and sold Frank's famous tacoburgers, tater dogs, and fresh limeades. Frank was active in the New Mexico Restaurant Association, serving as both its President and Director. In 1979, Frank expanded his business to include Frank's Other Place and Frank's Little Place in downtown Albuquerque; several years later, he added Frank's On Fourth. Frank retired in 1987, but continued to be available as a consultant to the new owners of Frank's Other Place. Frank is survived by his wife of sixty years, May; their son, Gary and his wife, Greer; their daughter, JoAnne and her husband, Robin; their nephew, Tony; nieces Carol, Janet, and Charlene; and granddaughter, Amy. The demands of his businesses left Frank with little time for hobbies, but he enjoyed flying and for a short time owned a Cessna Piper Cub. His true love, though, was automobiles and he owned several classic cars, including a '56 T-Bird convertible. Frank truly loved people and was happiest when making them laugh. His family and friends will always remember his ready wit and joyous laughter, which were most evident when telling stories of his mischievous childhood, eccentric grandmother, escapades as a serviceman during the War, and humorous incidents at the Drive In. The success of his restaurants was due to more than just business acumen. Regular patrons were always greeted with a smile and many times a joke, for Frank enjoyed his customers, always trying to make their visit a special one. Per Frank's wishes, there will be no memorial service. Instead, the family extends an invitation to anyone who has a fond memory of Frank or the Drive In and wishes to share it with the family to write it down and mail it to Altrichter, 1102 Madison SE, Albuquerque 87108. If you aren't the writing sort, next time you are enjoying a really good cheeseburger, milk shake, or a cherry coke, remember Frank and his joyful smile.
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Armijo -- Mrs. Margaret Alice Armijo died Sunday at her daughter's home. Mrs. Armijo served as her neighborhood watch Chairperson for a number of years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Felix"Phil" Armijo; two brothers, Walter Garcia and William Garcia Jr.; and her parents, Manuel and Cora Michelbach-Garcia. She is survived by one son, Felix Anthony Armijo; one daughter, Elizabeth and husband, Ray Ortega; two sisters, Lorraine and husband, Walt Brown, and Pauline and husband, Dan Prendergast; two grandchildren, Michael Anthony Armijo, and Eric Ortega; one brother-in-law, Diego and wife, Isabel Armijo; one sister-in-law, Emma Garcia; great-aunt and uncle, Cipriano Lopez and Florence Michael Baca Lopez; her mentor, Tillie Chavez; and several nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at the San Felipe Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Pallbearers will be Michael Anthony Armijo, Ray Ortega, Michael Gurule, Robert Garcia, Edward Maestas, and Leroy Miller. Honorary pallbearers will be Eric Ortega, John Taylor, and Jesse Martinez. A Rosary will be recited tonight at the San Felipe Catholic Church at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to UNM Hospice. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Baldonado -- The family of Eduvigen Baldonado would like to express their sincere Thank You to all their family and friends who helped them through their time of sorrow. A special Thank You to Laura, Barbara and Evelyn of Secure Horizons Healthcare, to the staff that was involved with the care of Eduvigen from Presbyterian Hospice, and a very special Thank You to Officer Joe Garcia of the Bernalillo Police Dept. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Bilbrey -- Bill Bilbrey, 75, a resident of Veguita, NM, died Saturday, July 29, 2000. He is survived by his son, Robert Bilbrey and wife, Linda of Veguita; daughters, Donna Chambers and husband, Larry of Peralta and Kim Bilbrey of Veguita; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Bill was born and raised in Tatum and later resided in Bernalillo County, until moving to Veguita 12 years ago. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Ray Jaramillo officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Casey Bilbrey, Dustin Bilbrey, Thomas Ortega, Harry Shaver, Gustavo Arriola, and Jose Guijarro. Honorary pallbearers will be Luther Garcia and Rudy Cordova. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. until service time.
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Boggess -- The family of Fay Boggess wishes to thank all who shared our loss by your cards, calls, and gifts. We consider the care provided by Lovelace Health System and Hospice excellent. Special thanks to Dr. Amy Parnower and Hospice nurses Nancy Libertore and Linda Lamansky.
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Bowdish -- Memorial services for Lawrence R. Bowdish will be held in the York Rite Temple, 3400 Aztec Rd. NE, at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, August 3, 2000. Private interment at the National Cemetery will follow. The family requests donations to the Kansas Masonic Home, in lieu of flowers. Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Carrejo -- Willie Carrejo August 1, 1999 August 1, 2000We Miss You Today, More Than Yesterday, But Not As Much As TomorrowWhen You Left Our Hearts Bled With Sorrow We Love You So Very Much, No One Could Ever Forget Your Sweet Gentle Touch, God Took You A Year Ago Today, Now We Pray, We Will Meet Again Someday.We Love and Miss You, Daddy! Mom, Emil, Billy, Roberta, Tweety, Frank All Grandkids
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Di Santi -- Mrs. Vera R. Di Santi, 98, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on July 30, 2000. Mrs. Di Santi is survived by her loving children, John L. Di Santi and wife, Pat, Rosemary Miller and husband, Jay, Edward Di Santi and wife, Barbara and Louise Shank and husband, Dave; one brother, John Marino; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rocco Di Santi, 1946; and by four sisters and four brothers. Mrs. Di Santi was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW, with viewing at the church after 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning, 10:00 a.m., at Church of the Ascension with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Los Padillas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Roy Shank, Jay D. Miller III, Jay D. Miller IV, David Di Santi, Rusty Di Santi and Randy Di Santi. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Griego -- IN LOVING MEMORY To our Mother and Grandmother, DULCIE GRIEGO-DOYLEWe thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. We think of you in silence We often speak your name. Now all we have are memories And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. God has you in His keeping, We love you in our hearts. We love you and we miss you everyday. -SANDY, YOLANDA, CARRIE, GREGORY AND KELLY
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Hansen -- Michael Avery Hansen, age 39, a resident of Albuquerque, formerly of Sioux City, Iowa, died Saturday after a motorcycle accident. He is survived by his wife, Carol (Burch); parents, Skip and Camilla Hansen; sisters, Maureen and husband, Kevin Pape, Mary and husband, Brien O'Brien; maternal grandmother, Helen Conway; aunts, uncles, cousins and several nieces and nephews. A 1979 graduate of Bishop Heelan High School, Sioux City Iowa, and a 20 year employee of Klinger Constructors, Inc. Mike loved the sport of bodybuilding and actively competed for over 20 years. A Memorial Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, and Memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Johnston -- Dolores E. Johnston, 63, a resident of Albuquerque for 38 years, died Friday, July 28, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Melvin G. Johnston; son, Michael S. Johnston of Norfolk, VA; daughter, Michelle S. Johnston of Mill Valley, CA; stepsons, Lyndon and Jeffrey T. Johnston; granddaughter, Angel Ann Johnston of Norfolk, VA; mother, Zella Leonard; sisters, Louise Leonard and Margaret Sabo and husband, William, all of Albuquerque; and nieces, Judy Gerald and husband, Lanny and Bonnie Denham and husband, Dana. Mrs. Johnston was active in the Girl Scouts at both the National level and with the Chaparral Girl Scout Council. She was a longtime member of the Kiwanis Club of Albuquerque and a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church. Services will be Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul NE, with Rev. Harold T. Nilsson officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Luke Building Fund, 9100 Menaul NE 87112 or Chaparral Girl Scout Council Scholarship Fund, 4000 Jefferson NE 87109 or to the Kiwanis Club of Albuquerque Scholarship Fund, 1434 San Carlos Dr. SW 87104. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Mccoy -- Andres Maclovio McCoy, 73, passed away peacefully at home, July 30, 2000. He went to join his wife of 55 years, Jessie McCoy. Andy was preceded in death by his wife, Jessie McCoy, February 20, 2000; and son, Robert. He is survived by two daughters, Vangie McCoy and husband, Miguel, Mary Jane Lujan and husband, Richard; four sons, Gregory McCoy and wife, Grace, Arthur McCoy, Richard McCoy, and Robert McCoy; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Eloy McCoy, Adolpho McCoy, Alex McCoy; and many other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 2, 2000. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 3, 2000, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Modesto Sauceda, Jesus Chivara, Gerardo Gonzalez, Gabe McCoy, Santiago Marquez and Alfredo Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers will be Jesus Trujillo, Marcus McCoy, Matt McCoy, Nick McCoy, Carlos Trujillo, and Gerardo Gonzalez Jr. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, 505-343-8008.
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Saiz -- Pauline Saiz, 37, passed away July 30, 2000. She was born in Albuquerque, graduated from Albuquerque High School, and worked at A.O.L. She is survived by husband, Anthony Saiz; daughter, Angela; sons, Diego and Maurice; grandson, Little Dominic; parents, Sadie and Flavio Sandoval; sister, Peggy Torrez; her favorite cousins, Dora and Lou Lucero; and other loved ones who will miss her dearly. Services will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 1, 2000. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dominic Smith, Leandro Saiz Jr., Jimmy Chavez, Lou Lucero, Louie Peralta, and Anthony Torrez. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, Alb., NM, 343-8008.
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Sherman -- Elba Gonzalez Sherman died quietly at home on July 28th. Born in Nueva Aldea, Chile, she earned undergraduate and Master's degrees in English from the University of Chile. Thereafter, she taught for a time in Cauquenes. Following her marriage to a North American at the family home in Chillan, she lived in New York, Madison, Wisconsin, Minorca in the Balearic Islands, and London. She traveled to 23 countries and several foreign colonies, including Gibraltar, the Territory of Ifni, and the Spanish Sahara. In Capetown, South Africa, she hobnobbed with members of Parliament and noted heart surgeon, Dr. Christian Barnard. She moved to Albuquerque, September, 1972, and earned another M.A., this time in Education, at the University of New Mexico. Prior to her retirement, August, 1999, she taught Spanish for 19 years at the Albuquerque Public Schools. Her final four years at Truman Middle School were her greatest joy. She was an ardent student of flamenco. Until very recently, she danced with fervent dedication under the painstaking tutelage of Pablo Rodarte. Perhaps her truest passion was poetry. Though her dream of publishing a personal anthology went unfilled her spirited poetic salute to the Mexican Cinco de May observance graced much of the front page of El Hispano News, May 107, 1992. Aside from her husband, Richard, she is survived by a daughter, Carmen of Washington, DC; a son, Morgan of New York; a sister, Maria Cristina Gonzalez Casanueva of Chillan; and various Chilean relatives. Funeral services and burial will take place in Chillan, Chile. A memorial service will be held at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Coal Pl., at University SE, Wednesday, August 2, at 7:00 p.m.
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Strayer -- James W. Strayer, 77, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1991, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2000. James was born on March 5, 1923, the son of James A. and Nettie Schumaker Strayer in Burt, Iowa. He had been a bakery manager before retiring. James served in the US Coast Guard during WWII. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church. James is survived by his wife, Mary Ann of Rio Rancho; three children, Sheryl Hoth of Little Rock, AR, Patricia Clark of San Diego, CA, and Robert Strayer of Forest City, IA; one sister, Esther Farwick of Pipestone, MN; four grandchildren, Jennifer Knight, Amy Warriner, Carrie Ann Hoth and Scott Clark. A graveside service will be held on Monday, August 7, 2000, 11:30 a.m., at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Military Honors will be presented by the New Mexico Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Hospice Foundation, 4725 Indian School Rd. NE, Suite 100, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Zimmerman -- Burl Zimmerman, age 92, of Clinton, Tennessee, formerly of Tullahoma, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2000 at Fort Sanders Parkwest Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church of Clinton, member of Clinton Lions Club, and also a Mason. Burl graduated from Kansas State University with a B.S. & M.S. degrees in Architectural Engineering and was also a member of Phi Kappa Phi. He retired from the United States Navy Reserves as a Captain. He was an avid photographer and woodworker. Born March 10, 1908 in Worth, Missouri. Preceded in death by wife, Vandetta Pierce Zimmerman; parents, George W. and Abbiegail Adkins Zimmerman. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Alan B. and Cherry Zimmerman of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Samuel A. Zimmerman, Megan M. Zimmerman, Daniel A. Zimmerman, all of Herndon, VA; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Wilma and Jerry Hattox of Albuquerque; and nieces, Kerri Small and Linda Toppert of Albuquerque. The family will receive friends 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, August 3, 2000, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton, Tennessee, with Funeral service following at 8:00 p.m. in the chapel with Rev. Don Thomas officiating. Interment will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 4, 2000, at Sunset Cemetery in Clinton, Tennessee. Memorials may be made to Lions Volunteer Blind Industry, 758 W. Morris Blvd., Morristown, Tennessee 37815 or Memorial United Methodist Church, 323 North Main Street, Clinton, Tennessee 37710. Holley-Gamble Funeral Home of Clinton, Tennessee, in charge of all arrangements.
        Published on: Tue August 01, 2000