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Casner -- Domenica Casner, 79, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, August 31, 2000. Mrs. Casner is survived by her children, Christine Hyland and husband, Patrick of Villa Park, IL, Frank Casner and wife, Sharon of Albuquerque, Lorraine Murray and husband, J.D. of Raton, NM, and Michael Casner and wife, Ava of Albuquerque; ten grandchildren, Kathleen, Patrick, Jennifer, Christopher, Kimberly, Jeffery, Kelly, Joshua, Jeremy and Christie; three brothers, Phillip, Tony and Frank; four sisters, Rose, Josie, Anna and Mary. She was preceded in death by husband, Frank; and brother, Sal. Mrs. Casner was a member of the Sangre de Cristo Church. Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:30 a.m., at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Road NE, with Father Albert J. Podvin, Celebrant. Internment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Friends may visit, French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, on Monday, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Chavis -- Stan Chavis, 58, died August 31, at home after fighting a long battle with alcoholism. He is survived by his wife, Roseanna Harrison; daughter, Stacey Chavis of Portland, OR; brother, Robert Chavis of Longbranch, NJ; cousins, Judy and Bill Hensley of Ada, OK; aunt, Mary Bavis of Ada, OK; several nieces and nephews; close friends, Bob Hoder and wife, Jackie, Roger Hendler, and Ross Miesem and wife, Mary. Stan graduated from Temple University with a Bachelors degree in Marketing in 1961 and he won an award in"Signs of the Time" magazine for his design of the Lieber's Luggage sign. He also designed the Reidling's Music Store sign, which was the shape of a grand piano. He enjoyed drawing cartoon caricatures. A Memorial service will be held at a later date. French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd.
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Davison -- Frank Davison passed away suddenly August 31, 2000, as a result of a construction accident in Santa Fe. He was born March 8, 1959 in Albuquerque. He is survived by his daughter, Jacqueline Davison; his sons, James Alarcon and Joseph Davison of Los Lunas; his mother, Carolyn Franklin of Albuquerque; sisters, Jeannie Rodriguez and her husband, Richard Chavez of Denver, CO, Patricia Goodrich and her husband, Ken of Louisville, KY, Carol Smith and her husband, David of Gainsville, FL; and his brother, Robert Hancock and his wife, Mary of Yukon, OK. He was a resident of Los Lunas for 18 years and a member of the First Baptist Church there. He was a Little League and youth basketball coach. He will be remembered as a great father with a big heart, who had many friends who loved him. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2000, 10:30 a.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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Dearholt -- Evelyn Isabelle Dearholt, age 68, and a resident of Placitas, died on August 31, 2000. She was preceded in death by a great-grandchild and is survived by six children, Linda Malloy and husband, Ray of Rio Rancho, John R. Dearholt and wife, Jennifer of Ohio, Jim D. Dearholt and wife, Tara of Albuquerque, David L. Dearholt and wife, Jodie of Pennsylvania, Charles E. Blount of Colorado, and Cynthia Davis of Albuquerque; a sister, Joycelyn Sue Lynd of Rochester, NY; 19 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Memorial services are scheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. in Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Dale Coffing of Hoffmantown Church, officiating. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Delara -- Florinda G. Delara, a resident of Placitas, NM, passed away following an illness. She was born March 10, 1902 and passed away September 1, 2000. She was preceded in death be her husband, Antonio Delara; five sons; three sisters; three brothers; two daughters-in-law; four grandsons; and three granddaughters. She is survived by four sons, Max Delara and wife, Esther, Alonzo Delara and wife, Beth, James Delara and wife, Beverly, and Bert Delara and wife, Rosemary; four daughters, Jane Denney, Viola Duran and husband, Bernie, Darlene Miller and husband, Raymond, and Lillian Perez. Also surviving are 42 grandchildren, 68 great-grandchildren, and 17 great-great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted this morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the Las Placitas Presbyterian Church, with interment to follow at the Las Huertas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Max Delara Jr., Moises Perea, James Delara Jr., Eddie Delara Jr., Bryan Delara, and Clarence Duran. Honorary Pallbearers will be Charles Delara, Christopher Delara, Marty Delara, and Sheldon Delara Sr. Services entrusted to the Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P.
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Ferguson -- Placida"Pat" M. Ferguson, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, went to be with her Lord, Saturday, September 2, 2000. Pat is survived by her close companion, Ken Abston of Albuquerque; daughter, Tomasita Stone and husband, Jack of Barstow, CA; brothers, Elisco Romero of Albuquerque and Tranquillo Romero and wife, Agnes of Gallup; sisters, Rebecca Trujillo and Beatrice Duran and husband, Louie of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Antonio Artiaga and wife, Josie of Barstow, CA and Janise Salinas and husband, Cruz of Victorville, CA; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by brothers, Frank, Ernest, Trinidad Romero; sister, Elisiada Ramirez and husband, Ralph Jay Ferguson. Pat was a longtime member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, September 5, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 87109, recited by Deacon Al McClain. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 6, 2000, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE 87112, with Father Domingo, Celebrant. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE 87107. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Tuesday, September 5, 2000, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Garcia -- In Loving Memory of: Estrella Marie Barela Garcia. Estrella was delivered unto this earth and returned to heaven on August 31, 2000. Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond's glint on snow, I am the sunlight on ripening grain, I am the gently autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die. ---Your loving parents, Mitchell C. Garcia and Sheree M. Barela. Graveside services for Estrella will be held on Tuesday at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Garcia -- MICHAEL A. GARCIA April, 1955 to 1999 In Memory of our SonIt's been one year too long, we miss you every day, but now you are free of everything. May God be with your always. Love Dad, Ma, Alex, Bonnie, Alexandra, Joseph and friend
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Griego -- In Loving Memory of ROY MIKE GRIEGO September 19, 1957 to September 4, 1997 Third AnniversaryGod knew you were suffering, But the hills were hard to climb. So He gently closed your eyes And whispered"Peace by Thine" In tears we watched you sinking We saw you fade away. Our hearts were nearly broken, You fought so hard to stay. It breaks our hearts to see you go, But you did not go alone. But part of us went with you, The day God called you home. To some you may be forgotten, To others a part of the past, But to us and those who loved you, Your memory will always last.With love, Dad, Mom, Elmo, Eloise, Maria Elena, Alicia, Raymond, Diane, Regina, Orlando, Valiene, Justin, Brianna, Adele, T.J., Thomas, Angela, Anthony, Nickolas & Analise
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Hammock -- Maxine Clariece Hammock, 84, a resident of Albuquerque for 67 years, passed away Thursday, August 31, 2000, at Sandia Springs Assisted Living Facility. Her husband, Alton, and her daughter, Loraine were at her side. Maxine is survived by Alton, her husband of 64 years; her son, Glen; and her daughter, Loraine. Other survivors include granddaughters, Gloria Sands, Patricia Littell, and Sally Garcia; two great-granddaughters, Jesica Sands and Vanesa Garcia; one great-great-granddaughter, Samantha Rodgers; brothers, Walter, Wayne, Hilton and Ellis Wilson and their families; sister, Lola Davis; sister-in-law, Lillian. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter; and by her brother, Lloyd Wilson. Maxine was born on May 30, 1916 in Meeker, CO to Blair and Elsie Wilson. She grew up on a ranch in Meeker and lived there until the family moved to Albuquerque in 1933. Maxine graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1934. She married Alton Hammock in 1936 and was a homemaker for 64 years. She enjoyed cooking, canning, sewing and working in her yard. Friends looked forward to Maxine's Christmas boxes filled with her homemade canned pears and peaches, bread, cookies, and candies. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Paul Gleason officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be John Harding, Jimmie Yeats, Charles Valerio, Cervando Molinar, Scott Porter and Sal Esparza. Honorary pallbearers will be La Vern Chapman and David Lewis. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The family requests, that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Maxine to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School Rd. NE, Suite 310, 87110, the UNM/Cancer Research and Treatment Center, 900 Camino de Salud NE 87131, or to the Alzheimer's Association, New Mexico Chapter, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. The family would like to thank Sandia Hospice, especially Scott Porter and David Lewis; Sandia Springs Assisted Living Facility and the numerous nurses, caregivers, kitchen staff and others who helped to make Maxine's final days more comfortable. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Hay -- George Brown Hay, 96, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Wednesday, August 30, 2000. Memorial donations may be made to The Arthur Johnson Memorial Library, 244 Cook Ave., Raton, NM 87740. Services will be held Tuesday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE., and with Chaplain Larry Wills officiating. Wearing of your Tartan or plaid is encouraged. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Norman Westerfeld, Sr., Pete Gray, Norman Westerfeld, Jr., Cal Dean Herron, Cindie Corvin, Chris Corvin, John Welsh, Mark Hay and Mike Morgan. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
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Katson -- Penelope Papafrangos Katson, born in Springfield, MA, February 16, 1914, passed away August 31, 2000 in Albuquerque, after a short illness. A Trisagion will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, September 4, 2000, with visitation until 9:00 p.m. in Palm Chapel at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 5, 2000, at St. George Orthodox Church, 308 High St. SE. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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Knop -- Janet Wilson Knop, a resident of Albuquerque for 37 years, went to the Lord, August 15, 2000, after a long battle with lung disease. Janet was born November 11, 1934 in Raleigh, NC. She was the beloved daughter of Roy Emmett Wilson and Della Agnes Wilson. Janet is survived by her two sons, Rick and Jim Knop. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister; and brother. Janet never met a stranger, and could and would talk to anyone around her. She showed great strength and courage throughout her life, especially in the raising of her two sons as a single mother. She will be greatly missed by her sons, and by all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Tuesday, September 5, 2000, 5:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. We know, Mom, that you are at peace with the Lord and one day we will all be together again. Rest in peace, your loving sons. Strong-Thorne Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Mercer -- Lena Jean Mercer, a resident of Albuquerque for 33 years, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2000. She celebrated her 96th birthday, August 28, with family and friends at her home at Grand Court. Lena was born in 1904 in Iron Mountain, MI to Mary and Vincent Minucci and moved to Arizona with them in 1910. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; and one sister. As a young girl while working at Fort Whipple Hospital in Prescott, AZ, she met and married Lafe Mercer. They lived in Prescott for 45 years. Lena was a vice president of the Prescott Ladies Fire Auxiliary and belonged to the Prescott Elk Ladies. She was a wonderful cook and loved to bake cakes and cookies for her family and friends. Lafe preceded her in death in 1967, and Lena moved to Albuquerque to be close to her remaining family. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and she will be missed by all of her loving family, and the friends who knew and loved her. She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy Eddleman and husband, Rueben; sons, Allen Mercer and wife, Helen and Harold Mercer and wife, Donna; granddaughters, Vickie Merrill and husband, Russ, Carol Hahn and husband, George, Janice Beyer and husband, Michael, Phyllis Fetherolf and husband, Ken, all of Albuquerque, Carla Mercer and husband, Michael Lesniak and Lynn Mercer, all of San Diego; grandsons, Harold Mercer and wife, Donna of Murfreesboro, TN, John Mercer and wife, Sherry of Willows, CA, Jerry Mercer and fiance, Mary of Las Vegas, NV and Lloyd Mercer of Jackson, MS; nieces, Helen Peters and husband, John of Scottsdale, AZ, Mary McClure of Oracle, AZ and Gayla King of Redlands, CA; sister-in-law, Olivia Minucci of Albuquerque; five great-granddaughters; seven great-grandsons; one great-great-granddaughter; and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Lena was a member of Central United Methodist Church. Our special thanks to the staff and caregivers in Assisted Living at Grand Court whom she called"her angels" for the loving care they gave to her, and a special thanks to the nurses and staff at Quality Continuum Hospice for their compassion, consideration and understanding help. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Dr. Charles Crutchfield officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. For those who desire, memorial contributions may be made to Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE 87106 or Ballut Abyad Shrine Transportation Fund, 6600 Zuni SE 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Pfeiffer -- Phillip J. Pfeiffer, 53, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly September 2, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Kathy of the family home; one daughter, Marisa Ayon and husband, Douglas; also surviving are his mother, Ruby Turnbeaugh; two brothers, Rudy"Lucky" Pfeiffer and Travis Turnbeaugh; and two sisters, Cheri Sipes and Linda K. Pfeiffer. Phillip enjoyed camping, fishing and firearms. He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving in Vietman. Phillip also worked for PNM for over 30 years as a Senior Measurement Tech. Funeral Services will be conducted Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Alameda Mortuary, with cremation to follow. The family will be accepting flowers. Those who wish to make a donation to the American Diabetes Assoc. are encouraged. Services entrusted to the Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P.
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Pickard -- Eula Pickard, beloved wife, mom, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, went home to be with the Lord on September 2, 2000. Survivors include her son, Griff and wife, Katy of Santa Fe and Michael of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Michael and Vicki Marra of Albuquerque, Griffin and Jeni Pickard of Laguna Hills, CA, and Juliette and Jeff Watson of Albuquerque; great-grandsons, Nathaniel and Lucas Watson. Other survivors include her sister, Elsie Keys; niece, Judy and husband, Lloyd Strosneider; great-nieces, Jenny and Ryley Farrell; nephew, Phil Pickard and her longtime companion, Leigh Wright; many dear friends, including Richard Rede, Eileen Montoya, her caregiver, as well as many great-nieces, nephews, half-sisters, and sister-in-law, Helen Lackner. Eula was born in Malone, Alabama on November 2, 1916. She and her devoted husband,"Pick", who preceded her in death, lived in Albuquerque for many years. Pick worked for Sandia Labs and later they owned Pick's Sandwich Shop on Wyoming. Eula will be remembered for her deep faith, sunny disposition, tremendous courage and adorable sense of humor. She was truly devoted to her family and friends, and to her Lord. She was an amazing example of cheerful suffering during her long illness. She will be greatly missed, but leaves a beautiful legacy for us to follow. She was a member of Central United Methodist Church for over 40 years and an avid gardener and lovely seamstress. Services will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 87109, with Pastor Charles Boswell officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Monday, September 4, 2000, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Casa Esperanza, Home away from home for Cancer patients, 1005 Yale Blvd. NE 87106, Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE 87110, or Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper Ave. NE 87106. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Sanchez -- Visitation for Mrs. Stella R. Sanchez will be held on Monday, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., in the Salazar & Sons Mortuary Chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Monday evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Therese Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Sanchez will be held on Tuesday at St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Contributions may be made to UNM Hospice. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Toler -- Guy E. Toler Jr., 71, a longtime resident of Los Lunas, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2000 in Belen. He was born November 26, 1928 to Guy E. and Edola (Norman) Toler in Lubbock, TX. Guy married Verdie Mae Schuessler in Estancia. She preceded him in death, February 28, 1984. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Guy E. and Edola Toler; and one brother, Bobby Toler. Survivors include two sons, Gary E. Toler of Los Lunas and bobby A Toler of Grants; one daughter and son-in-law, Beverly A. and Jacob A. Eppinga of Los Lunas; two brothers, Bill Toler and James Maxwell; four sisters, Pat Supulver, Ila Jo Ann Sitton, Jeannie McMillan and Linda Reynolds; five grandchildren, Charmaine D. Eppinga, Jacob A. Eppinga, Gerico J. Toler, Melodee L. Toler and Kelby Mae Toler; two great-grandchildren, Addison Toler and Austin Toler; and special friends, Foch Romero, Wilma Deemer and Ray Haynes. A graveside funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 5 2000, 10:00 a.m., at the Mountainair Cemetery in Mountainair, NM with Pastor Dale Robbins officiating. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair, NM.
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Wallinger -- Edna M. Wallinger, 84, passed away eptember 1, 2000 while recovering from surgery at St. Joseph's Hospital in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Edna was a former resident of Cochiti Lake, Rio Rancho, and Albuquerque, and a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Albuquerque from 1977 until 1997 when she moved to Angola, Indiana. She is survived by her son, Martin of Angola; three sisters, Margaret Meyer and Wilma Calkins of Hastings, NE, and Helen Lederer of Rio Rancho; and by six grandchildren. Interment will be at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at a future date. .DMP
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