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Bauman -- Jeri S. Bauman, a resident of Elephant Butte, NM, born March 31, 1954, in Albuquerque, died September 2, 2000. She was preceded in death by her mother, Jean D. Hollenbach. She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Tom Bauman of Elephant Butte; her father and step-mother, Red and Jean Hollenbach of Albuquerque; step-sister, Randee Flowers and husband, Alan of Midlothian, VA; and step-brother, Keith A. Cooper and wife, Donna of Rio Rancho; aunts, Virginia Barta of Ft. Mojave, AZ and Betty Lozano of Harker Heights, TX; and uncle, George Hollenbach of Arcadia, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Jeri was an honor graduate of the UNM Dental Hygiene Program and worked as a dental hygienist in Albuquerque before moving to Elephant Butte. Jeri was a licensed amateur radio operator, call letters KC5ERA. Private services have been held at Del Norte Baptist Church with Associate Pastor Greg Bland officiating. Memorial contributions can be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE 87110 or the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Cordova -- Enedina (Nina) R. Cordova, 77, a resident of Albuquerque and former resident of LaJoya, NM, died Saturday, September 2, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Frank C. Cordova; son, Frank R. Cordova and wife, Pepsi; daughters, Edna Montano and husband, Nigel, Rebecca Otero, Patty Urias and husband, Eloy; grandchildren, Michelle Montano and Marcus Miller, Paul Montano and wife, Traci, Anthony Otero and wife, Marlo, Kristina Estrada and husband, Raul, Shawn Otero, Adrian Urias, Antoinette Sanchez, Allison Urias, James Cordova, and Danielle Cordova; great-grandchildren, Amanda Estrada, Chandlar Montano, Danae Otero, Alex Estrada and Chace Montano; brothers and sisters, Sister Marianna Rivera, Dan Rivera and wife, Evelyn, Dessie Gonzales and husband, Frank, Ben Rivera and wife, Cindy, Tita Sanchez and husband, Lio, Alice Costa and husband, Richard; sisters-in-law, Mary Rivera and Celia Rivera; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and Godchildren. Nina was preceded in death by her two brothers, Tony and Joe Rivera. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Fr. Bill Sanchez reciting. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, September 6, 10:00 a.m., at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande, 4000 Saint Josephs Pl. NW, with Fr. Frank Prieto, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Nina's five grandsons. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. until Rosary at 7:30 p.m.
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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. Visitation will be held at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, on Saturday, September 2, 2000, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 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 -- the Family of Florinda G. Delara wishes to thank all relatives and friends who were kind and sympathetic during thier recent loss. Services entrusted to the Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes, C.F.S.P.
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Dodds -- Leonard Francis Dodds, born in Mindenmines, Missouri, March 31, 1903, died at home, August 30, 2000. Leonard came to Albuquerque as a TB patient in 1934, following recovery he worked as Chief Engineer for KGGM radio and television for 30 years. He was active as a ham radio operator (W5FMM) until 1996. His wife, Jane B. Dodds treasured him all the 59 years of their marriage. He was pre-deceased by his son, William L. Dodds. He will be greatly missed by his daughter, Diane Fisher and grandchildren, Mark Fisher, Tom Fisher, Beth Sultan and Scott Fisher; by his daughter, Betsy Montano, her husband, Joe M. Montano, and grandchildren, Richard Montano, Chuck Montano, and Jerold Montano; by his daughter, Marti Vigil, her husband, Jake A. Vigil, and grandchildren, Maurice Burkhead, Brenna Woolhiser, and Jenny B. Jones; by his son, Tom Dodds and his wife, Dianne Dranginis, and grandchildren, Christina Almond and Andrew Dodds; and by his son, Jim Dodds and Valerie Englekin, and grandson, Keith Dodds. He also leaves 20 great-grandchildren. Donations may be made to Lovelace Hospice, 5400 Gibson SE, Albuquerque 87108, or the Hospice of your choice. Messages of condolence may be sent to 1501 Tijeras Ave. NE, #W272, Albuquerque, NM 87106.
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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 Byron Wicker. 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 Gumpal, 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 -- Mrs. Cornelia A. Garcia, 57, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 2, 2000. Mrs. Garcia was the beloved wife of 39 years to Mr. Reynaldo Garcia. She is also survived by one daughter, Carmen E. Garcia; three sons, Reynaldo E. Garcia, Joseph M. Garcia and wife, Carmen, and Ralph D. Garcia and friend, Bubby Murzyn; her loving parents, Fermin and Sabinita Arguello; three sisters, Beatrice Gonzales, Lucia Medina and husband, Teodoro and Nattie Romo and husband, Felipe; two brothers, David Arguello and wife, Trinidad and Carlos Arguello and wife, Elena; four grandchildren, Josetta, Danielle, Jose Luis and Matthew. Mrs. Garcia was a member of the Catholic Church. A Memorial Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Edwins Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW, with Deacon J.O. Luna reciting. Visitation will be at the church after 6:30 p.m. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edwins Catholic Church with Father Hernandez, Celebrant. Final visitation will be at the church from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Interment of the cremains will follow at the Arroyo Seco Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Hay -- George Brown Hay, 96, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Wednesday, August 30, 2000. He is survived by his son, David George Hay and wife, Pam of Ontario, CA; daughters, Sandra Westerfeld and husband, Norman of Albuquerque, and Shareen Gray and husband, Pete of Irving, TX; seven grandchildren, Norman Westerfeld, Jr. and wife, Vicki, Cal Dean Herron and wife, Liz, Cindie Corvin and husband, Chris, Mark Hay and wife, Debbie, Boyd Hay, JoAnna Welsh and husband, John, and Cheryl Morgan and husband, Mike; 15 great-grandchildren, Norman, III, Jared, Michelle, Jacob, Nathan, Alexander, Will, Esther, Taylor, Tyler, Kelly, Glenna, Denelle, Trenda and Garrett; brother, Thomas Hay; sisters, Margaret Hay Roper and Mary Hay Torquato. Mr. Hay was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Nelle Lucille Voorhees Hay; and his great-grandson, Cal Dean Herron, Jr. Mr. Hay immigrated to northern New Mexico in 1909, with his parents and three siblings from Kilwinning, Scotland. In 1941, Mr. Hay became a citizen of the United States. He started working at the age of 12 and retired at 82. Mr. Hay worked as a coal miner in Van Houten, Koehler and Dawson, New Mexico for 27 years. He also worked for KL House Construction Co. in Albuquerque for 39 years. Mr. Hay took care of his beloved wife,"Nan" for eight years before her death in November of 1994. He left this world a better place because of hard work, unconditional love, devotion, kindness and patience. George was the sweetest man any of us ever knew and we will always miss him all of our lives. He is at peace with God and happy because he is strolling through the heather with the only woman he ever loved, Nan. 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. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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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. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Virgil Katson. She is survived by her six daughters, JoAnn Simpson of Corte Madera, CA, Connie Bransilver of Naples, FL, Kristina Katson of Oakland, CA, Penny Pickett of Fairfax, VA, Roberta Katson of Reston, VA, and Denise Katson of San Anselmo, CA; her sister, Mary Temple of Denver, CO; her brother, Charles Papafrangos of Okmulgee, OK; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was a member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church and active in many community organizations. She was an editor of books and manuscripts for many years. 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. on 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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Lister -- Charles Erwin Lister, 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 44 years, died Saturday, September 2, 2000. He is survived by his sons, Kenneth Lister and wife, Teressa of Texas City, TX, Dennis Lister and wife, Ginny, and David Lister and wife, Debbie, and Marvin Lister, all of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Bence Lister of Greenfield, IN; sisters, Audrey Burgner of New Castle, IN and Mary Sumpter and husband, Logan of T or C, NM. He was preceded in death by a son, Charles (Pete) Lister; brothers, Arthur Lister and Edward Lister; and sister, Opal Grubb. Mr. Lister was a World War II Veteran. He retired from General Electric after 35 years of service. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Memorial graveside services will be held Wednesday, September 6, 2000, 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Maestas -- In Loving Memory of Our Father & Grandfather, DAVE A. MAESTAS 9-5-99 to 9-5-2000 A year ago today you broke our hearts when you went away. We pray to God for wisdom so we could know what to do because we knew you knew you didn't want machines for breath for you. As our tears began to flow we knew we had to let you go. We loved you so much, we didn't want your life to end. Oh God, how would our broken hearts mend. We hear your voice, your laughter, and listen for your walk. Oh God, how we wish you were here so we could talk or together take a simple walk. You walked life's long, winding road with all its pain, suffering and strife, yet you never complained and never looked back. You just took one day at a time and kept going on until you could go no more. On that day Jesus came and opened heaven's door above; today Dad that is where we send you all our love. We love you and miss you very much. We will never forget you, Dad. Love your children and grandchildren
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Maestas -- In Loving Memory of My Grandpa (Mijo) DAVE A. MAESTAS 9-5-99 to 9-5-2000 I love you and miss you so much. I've cried and cried, and wish you never would have died. Its hurts so much I don't know what to do. Sometimes I wish I would die just so I could be with you. Grandpa, help me to let you go. I will always love you and never forget you, this much I do know. I miss you more and more each day. Love you grandson, Vincent Mijo Maestas
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Mcginnis -- Homer C. McGinnis, 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1929, died Monday, September 4, 2000. He is survived by his son, Bob McGinnis and wife, Anne of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Opal V. McGinnis on August 14, 1987; and son, Gerald L. McGinnis in September, 1979; and Home E. McGinnis in January, 1995. Mr. McGinnis was born in Kansas. He was a machinist for ATSF RR for 48 years and he was a lifetime Machinist Union member. Mr. McGinnis was a longtime member of United Pentecostal Church. Services will be held on Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Michael J. Mullins officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Heritage Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 91234, 87199. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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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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Molinar -- Sylvia Molinar, 61, passed away at Lovelace Medical Center, September 1, 2000, after a short illness. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her father, James M. Sumners; an aunt and uncle, Charline and Eddie Martin; aunts, Jessie Thompson and Juanita Jerikins. She is survived by son, Greg Molinar; mother, Eleanor Sumners, both of Albuquerque; brother, Charles Sumners of El Paso; nephew, Brett Sumners; cousins, Pat Lobb, Earline Thompson, Tricia Crawford, Tammy Callaway, Dedyra Means; and other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Carlisle Plaza United Methodist Church, 3023 Montclaire NE, with visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 5, 2000, Funeral service at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 6, with Pastor Gerard Kaye officiating. Private burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Pfeiffer -- Phillip J. Pfeiffer, 53, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly September 2, 2000. He was preceded in death by his father, Milton Elmer Pfeiffer. 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 Vietnam. 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., New Mexico Area, 525 San Pedro, NE, Suite 101, Albuquerque, NM 87108. 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 sisters, Elsie Keys, Juanita Stone, Tera Burt, R-Ella Mountain; brother, Jessie Pullen; 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. 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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Rogers -- Paul E. Rogers, 68, a resident of Albuquerque for 14 years, died Sunday, September 3, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Barbara of the family home; daughters, Susan Pedersen and husband, Michael of Albuquerque, Cheryl Reilling and husband, Robert of Albuquerque, Linda M. Iwan of Chicago, and Elana Nightlinger and husband, Floyd of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Faro, Brandon and Nicole; sisters, Mary Gates and husband, Don, Kathleen Blank and husband, Paul, and Barbara Rogers; brother, Ray Rogers and wife, Louise; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Rogers was an Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict and also a member of the American Legion Post 49. He was the owner of P.E.R. Air Cargo. Services will be Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Road NW, with Deacon Bob Lewis, officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Road NW, Wednesday, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association - NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790 or to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE 87110.
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Sanchez -- Funeral services for Mrs. Stella R. 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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Swopes -- Florence M. Swopes, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1945, died Saturday, September 2, 2000, at home after a recent illness. She is survived by her daughter, Mildred A. Vallez and husband, Rito of Albuquerque; four granddaughters; two grandsons; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred G. Swopes; daughter, Sharon Kay Wilkerson; great-granddaughter, Gloria Vega; one sister and three brothers. Florence was born April 17, 1916 and raised in Dawson, NM. She later moved to Texas, where she met and married Fred Swopes in 1940 and they moved to Albuquerque in 1945. Florence worked for the APS cafeterias for 19 years before retiring. Services will be held Wednesday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Lemuel Boyles officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Tom Kelley, Rito Vallez, Ernest Valencia, Grady Rigdon, George Gulley and Jerry Vallez. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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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 on June 15, 1949. 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 one daughter and son-in-law, Beverly A. and Jacob A. Eppinga of Los Lunas; two sons, Bobby A. Toler of Grants and Gary E. Toler and Eva Hicks 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 Gary Sloan officiating. Pallbearers will be Jacob Eppinga, Ray Haynes, Bill Toler and Gary Toler. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair, NM.
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Trujillo -- Eloise Elkins Trujillo, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, September 3 2000. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Ben Trujillo of the family home; son, David Trujillo and wife, Dianna of Albuquerque; daughter, Betty Gonzales of Amarillo, TX; grandchildren, Michelle Trujillo and Alex Trujillo, both of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Desiree, Joshua, Selena, Julian and Elizabeth, all of Albuquerque; sister, Eva Garcia and husband, Ralph of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Trujillo was preceded in death by father, Elmer Elkins Sr.; mother, Escolastica Elkins; brothers, Elmer Elkins Jr. and Leo Elkins; sisters, Molly Martinez, Erma Montoya, Barbara Montoya and Morley Medrano. Mrs. Trujillo was a member of the St. Bernadette choir and an active member of the Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post 99. In her spare time, she was a ceramics instructor for the senior programs in Albuquerque, she also enjoyed knitting, sewing and baking. Eloise loved life and every morning she woke up with a smile. She was loved by many and will be dearly missed by all. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, September 7, 2000, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, September 6, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE. .DMP
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