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Baker -- Sidney (Sid) Baker, 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Wednesday, September 27, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Vickie Baker of Albuquerque; sons, Danny Baker, Vernon Baker, Sidney Baker, Jr.; daughter, Dianne Molina; ten grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three sisters; and one brother, all of Ohio. Mr. Baker was a US Army Veteran. he worked as a bodyman at various body shops in the Albuquerque area for the past 30 years. Rosary will be recited Thursday, September 28, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Eva Garcia reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 29, 2000, 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Father Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Interment will take place at 12:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Sidney Baker, III, Joseph Baker, Sonny Duran, Richard Flores, Joe Gonzales, George Villas, Danny Baker, Jr., Justin DeCardenas, and Henry Lujan. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE
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Brick -- Ival W. Brick, born May 18, 1939 in Aberdeen, South Dakota, passed away September 21, 2000, in the loving arms of his family. He lived in the Albuquerque area since 1960. A Memorial service will be held at St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 211 Jefferson NE, on Saturday, September 30, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a special trust fund has been set up at Wells Fargo Bank, c/o Donation Account for Ival Brick. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, 505-343-8008.
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Casaus -- Alfredo A. Casaus, born December 15, 1923, an Armed Services veteran, retired from the City of Albuquerque, and Past Commander of American Legion, Post 100, passed away on September 27, 2000. He is survived by his loving wife, Angie Casaus; four sons, Alfredo Casaus, Jr, Michael and his wife, Isabel, Steve and his wife, Johanna, David and his wife, Sandra; four daughters, Anna Marie, Lucille and her husband, Robert West, Angela and her husband, Kenneth Osborne, Juliette and her husband, Christopher Chavez, and Jan Dispennette; and many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by four sisters and one brother. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 29, at Queen of Heaven Church, with Deacon Pilar Garcia officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements.
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Dickinson -- Carol A. Dickinson, 63, of Albuquerque, died peacefully among family on September 25, 2000, after nearly twenty years of courageous struggle against chronic illness. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, George; her sister, Mary; her son Bill and his wife, Kim, son David, and son Jim; her stepdaughter, Debbie and her husband, Robert, stepdaughter, Laurie, stepdaughter, Joanie, and stepdaughter, Katie; her niece, Cathy and her husband, Rob, niece, Lynn, and her husband, Mike, and niece, Alma; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a warm community of beloved friends. Carol taught first grade at Adobe Acres Elementary School for many years before poor health forced her early retirement. She was a loving wife, mother, and sister; a strong, wise, and generous friend; a gifted and energetic educator, artist, and musician who warmed and lit the many lives she touched; and a person of deep faith, humility, courage, and unfailing humor. Carol's wish that her remains be cremated has been honored. Memorial will take place at the Heights Club, 8520 Marble NE, on Sunday, October 1, at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that friends consider making gifts to the Heights Club, Inc., or to the Presbyterian Hospital Hospice program. Carol, we thank God for the gifts of your love and wisdom throughout our lives, and we are grateful that your suffering is over. Somewhere you are laughing and dancing again, and your joy in life will always be part of each of us who have loved you.
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Drummond -- ROBERT E. DRUMMOND, JR. 6-1-35 to 9-29-98 God looked around His garden And saw an empty space. Then He looked down upon this earth And saw your tired face. He knew you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He knew you never would get well upon this earth again. So He gently lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful.... He only takes the best! Your memory will always be alive! Love From: Jeanie, your folks, kids, grandkids, sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends
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Edwards -- Loran R. Edwards, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1972, died Tuesday, September 26, 2000. He is survived by his best friend, Ada Edwards of Albuquerque; sons, Russell Edwards and wife, Janice of Albuquerque and Roy Edwards and wife, Lisa Kay of Norfolk, VA; grandsons, Evan Loran and Talon Jay Edwards; sister, Hazel Kays of Sedalia, MO. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Fern, Leona, Irene, Evelyn, and June; and brothers, Lloyd and Jack. Mr. Edwards was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church and Masonic Lodge #391 in Raytown, MO and Scottish Rite Bodies of Santa Fe. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Saturday, September 30, 2000, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul NE, with Rev. Roland McGregor officiating. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Ellis -- Robert Myron Ellis, 76, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away at home with his family at his side on Tuesday, September 26, 2000. He is the loving Father of ten children, grandfather of 15, and great-grandfather of nine. A World War II veteran, Bob served in the U.S. Marine Corps in the South Pacific. Bob was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty; son, Robert Jr.; and daughter, Pamela. He is survived by his daughter, Pattie and husband, Ken McCain of Farmington, NM; son, Ron, and wife, Marilyn of Los Alamos, NM; son, Don and wife, Dell of Bakersfield, CA; son, Danny and wife, Cindy of Denver, CO; daughter, Pegi and husband, Steve Blackstone of Albuquerque; son, Tim and wife, Lori of Albuquerque; daughter, Debi and husband, Dave Ostgulen of Albuquerque; son, Tom and wife, Lee Anne of Albuquerque; and sister, Annie Tompkins of Wellsboro, PA. Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 30, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Saints Awakenings, P.O. Box 51836, Albuquerque, NM, 87181. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Engelbrith -- MARGARETTA "SIS" ENGELBRITH Born: August 15, 1934 Died: September 24, 2000During the early morning hours of Sunday, "Margie" Engelbrith, a widow, sister, mother, and most importantly, a grandmother, died in her daughter's home; a deeply loved woman. She will no longer be afraid. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Engelbrith. She is survived by her children, Dale Heidorn and wife, Lorraine, Sue Ferreira and husband, Edmund, Lorie Vaughn and husband, Ronald; grandchildren, Margie"Sissy", Nathan, Kelly, Matthew, Shane and"Little" Matthew. She is also survived by her brother, Robert Evans and wife; and sister, Barbara Jean McKeel; along with many nieces, nephews and friends. She will be forever missed, loved, and remembered.
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Erickson -- Viola R. Erickson, age 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died at her home, Tuesday. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter, in June of 1996; son, Roy, in December of 1994; great-grandson, Scott, in May of 2000; great-grandson, Adam, in February of 1992; daughter-in-law, Donna, in January of 2000; and brother, Walter Jacobson, in July of 2000 Mrs. Erickson is survived by five sons, Donald Erickson and wife, Anita, David Erickson and wife, Carol, Harold Erickson and wife, Joyce, Raymond Erickson, Byron Erickson, and daughter-in-law, Sandra Erickson; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Joy Junction, 4500 2nd Street SW 87125, or Salvation Army, 6821 Academy Parkway West NE 87102. Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, in the chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, with Pastor Jonathan Holmer officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery with Donald, David, Harold, Raymond, and Byron Erickson and Gayle Van Horn serving as casket bearers. Visitation will be Saturday, 8:30 a.m. until services at 10:00 a.m. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Franzmeier -- Howard W. Franzmeier, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, died on Tuesday, September 26, 2000. He is survived by his sons, Lawrence L. Franzmeier of Albuquerque, and William E. Franzmeier and wife, Rose of Seattle, WA; daughter, Gail A. Hamblet and husband, Albert, III of Tijeras; granddaughter, Terra Lynn Goldberg and husband, Jeffrey of Los Lunas; four grandsons, Eric Jackson and wife, Carol of New Orleans, LA, Cory Franzmeier of Seattle, WA, Albert Hamblet, IV of Albuquerque, and Adam Hamblet of Tijeras; and one great-granddaughter. Mr. Franzmeier was a member of the Elks Lodge and Sombra del Monte Christian Church. Both he and his late wife, Elberta were longtime volunteers at the Veterans Hospital. Services will be held on Friday, September 29, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at Sombra del Monte, 2528 Utah Street NE, with Daniel Feltner-Kapornyai, officiating. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Gonzalez -- Louis W. "Lou" Gonzalez, 79, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Sunday, September 24, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Catalina Gonzalez of Albuquerque; sons, Louis Gonzalez, Jr. of Los Angeles, CA, Mario Gonzalez and wife, Sylvia of Albuquerque, and Juan Gonzalez of Los Angeles; grandchildren, Sarah and Amanda; sister, Josephine Combs of Lake Elizabeth, CA; sister-in-law, Michelle Maytorena of Albuquerque; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Louis was born May 4th, 1921 in Chihuahua, Mexico, and in 1923, moved to Los Angeles, California. Lou attended Elementary and High Schools in California and studied Law at U.S.C. He was inducted into the Army in 1942, and in February, 1943, while in the service, he became an American citizen. Lou served overseas in the Pacific arena and in 1946, holding the rank of Sergeant, he was honorably discharged from the US Army. After a successful career in insurance and sales, he joined the United States Veterans Administration. He worked for Uncle Sam in Los Angeles, Puerto Rico, and from there was transferred to New Mexico. He served as veteran's benefits specialist and rose to Chief of the Veterans Service Division and retired in May of 1985. After this, Lou volunteered at the V.A. hospital as a part-time employee with the V.F.W., then coming out of retirement, became a full-time employee from 1995-1997. Becoming a Mason in 1977, he served as Worshipful Master of Temple Lodge #6, past Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of NM, most illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Royal & Select Masters of N.M., Grand King of the Royal Arch Masons of NM, Past Sovereign of the Red Cross of Constantine, past Master, Lodge of Research, Grand Governor of Sovereign College of North America, Scottish Rites, Shriners. In the Scottish Rite, he was coroneted with the 33rd degree. Louis was instrumental in securing funding to those in need of medical services from the Eye Foundation. The focus of his life after retirement was in community service with the following organizations: President of American Red Cross, Olsten Health Services, La Zarzuela de Alburquerque; Vice-President of the Lions Club; Board Member of Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Private Industry Council, March of Dimes; and member of AMVETS Post #7, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2951, and American Legion Post #99. Rosary was recited on Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. A memorial Mass will be held on Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Church of the Risen Savior. Interment of cremains will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Visitations were held yesterday, 6:30 p.m., at Church of the Risen Savior. A memorial service will also be held on Saturday, September 28, 2000, 4:00 p.m., at York Rite Masonic Temple, 3400 Aztec Road NE. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Knights Templar Eye Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 3765, Albuquerque, NM 87190. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Goss -- Claire B. Goss, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died Monday, September 25, 2000, after a short illness. She was born August 6, 1910, in Morristown, NJ. A resident of Albuquerque since 1953, she and her husband enjoyed traveling the United States, Mexico and Canada with their Airstream Trailer and later by coach. She was talented in many hand and fiber arts, especially hand weaving, specializing in colonial pattern weaving. A member of La Mesa Presbyterian Church, she served as a deacon, and at one time, was a member of the choir. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Frank; and her son, Donald. She is survived by her daughter, Marian Marrs; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and her many wonderful friends. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 30 at 3:00 p.m. in Carter Hall, La Vida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, with Rev. Trey Hammond of La Mesa Presbyterian Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the La Mesa Presbyterian Church Building Fund, Sandia Hospice, or a charity of your choice.
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Hardy -- Gloria M. Hardy, age 73, died on Thursday evening, September 27, 2000. Mrs. Hardy is survived by her sisters, Bertha White of Carlsbad, NM, Aurora Martinez and her husband, Carlos Hector, Josephine Runnels and her husband, Robert of Norfolk, WV, Margaret Dye of San Antonio, TX; her brothers, Charlie Romero and his wife, Bertha, Horace Romero and his wife, June of Weatherford, TX; and many nieces and nephews. Her family thanks her for her love, friendship, her service to the family, and her special devotion to her nieces. A Rosary will be recited for Mrs. Hardy at Queen of Angels Church, 1100 Indian School Rd., at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, where the Mass will be celebrated following at 7:30 p.m. The burial will take place on Saturday at Ft. Sumner Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mark Martinez, Carl Martinez, Floyd Hursh, Michael Morse, Michael Hursh, and Chris Salazar. A visitation will preclude the Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Ibuado -- Ruben Ibuado, age 24, died on Tuesday, September 26, 2000. A Mass service will be celebrated for Mr. Ibuado on Saturday, 1:00 p.m., at Mission Juan Diego in Meadow Lake, NM. Burial will follow at Peralta Cemetery in Peralta, NM. A visitation will take place between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Chapel on Friday. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Jaramillo -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY MOTHER LINDA M. JARAMILLO 3-25-44 TO 3-29-2000Each time on my leaving home, I run back to my mother's arms. Watching me, you know I cry. You wave a kiss to say goodbye. If only I could stay with you, my train moves on, your gone from view. One last hold, and then it's over. Days will pass, your words to me. It seems so long; eternity. All I am, a child with promises of you Forever Missing You, Yvette
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Jenkins -- Margaret Jenkins, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died on Tuesday, September 26, 2000. Mrs. Jenkins is survived by her two daughters, Evelyn Pierce of Albuquerque and Joyce Monroe of Ardmore, OK; eight grandchildren; three brothers, Howard Damron of Cherry Valley, CA, James Damron of Portland, OR and Charles Damron of CA; four sisters, Maurine Howard of Kerrville, TX, Wilo Mae Weems of Bakersfield, CA, June Shipley of Bakersfield, CA and Goldie Poe of Bakersfield, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband, O.H. Jenkins; and daughter, Gloria Fields; two brothers; and one grandson, Max Monroe. Private graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Kingston -- Mettie C. Kingston, 95, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2000 in Bowie, MD at her grandson's home, where she had been living the past three years. Ms. Kingston, a native of Fulton, KY, came to Albuquerque in 1924 with her husband, David H. Kingston, and had been a resident since that time. In addition to her grandson, Bill Kingston of Bowie, MD, her immediate family members include Sharon Watkins of Rockport, TX; three great-grandchildren, Michelle Brandt, Anthony Watkins and Christopher Watkins; and two great-great-grandchildren, Michael Brandt and Reiney Brandt. She is also survived by her brother, former U.S. Rep. E.S. (Johnny) Walker of Albuquerque. Mrs. Kingston was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Lew Wallace Chapter; Daughters of the Nile; Eastern Star; and PEO, Chapter V. She was also a member of the Central United Methodist Church and assisted in founding its Friendly Bible Class. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of the Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE, at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 29, 2000. Pallbearers are Richard Steele, William Marten, Clemens Charlatan, Ernest Lopez, and Milton Godwin. John Marshall is an Honorary Pallbearer. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. The family requests donations be sent to Central United Methodist Church for any of its programs. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements.
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Lippke -- Ruth Magdalena Lippke, 81, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2000 at home in Albuquerque after a lengthy illness. She was born August 22, 1919 in Plauen, Saxony, Germany, the only daughter of Ernst and Paula Landschultz. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years in January of this year and by her parents and her infant daughter, Edith. She is survived by her son, Michael Rudolf and his wife Rebecca and last born son Mark Daniel; daughter Dorothea (Angela Stone) and her husband John Stone; grandchildren Andrew Casares, Michael Allen and his wife Trina and their newborn son, Seven West; David Nathan and Christine Elaine and her husband Jeff Hansen and their four children, Meaghan, Heather, Jeffrey and Emily, who all adored her. Ruth was a devoted mother and wife who loved her husband and children. Ruth served a successful mission for the L.D.S. Church (Mormon) in Berlin where she also served joyfully in numerous positions of leadership and responsibility. Ruth and family escaped from East Germany and came to her beloved America in 1952. Ruth became a naturalized American citizen in 1956. The family settled in Albuquerque in 1958 and Ruth received her nursing license shortly thereafter, which profession she held for decades. Ruth gave countless hours of her time, energy and service to her family and others and gave of her substance freely, never expecting to be paid back. Her family and the Gospel of Jesus Christ came first in her life. Her name and her family's name is engraved on the American Wall of Honor on Ellis Island by N.Y.C. Her passing will leave a void in the life of her family and friends and is a link with a world we will never know. The sorrow of her loss is mitigated by the joy in knowing that she is now with her husband, Rudolf, and will go on to eternal joy and perfection forever, having been married in the Holy Temple of God for time and eternity long ago. In accordance with her wishes she will be cremated. A short Memorial Service with Bishop Marlin McNeil presiding will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 30th at the Haines St. Chapel, 5709 Haines NE.
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Lopez -- A Memorial Mass for Joseph (Joey) Daniel Lopez will be celebrated Saturday morning, at 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with the Reverend James Moore as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Rd., in Rio Rancho. A special thanks to the staff of the Albuquerque Manor. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Lucero -- John G. Lucero, 83, beloved father and grandfather, was called home Monday, September 25, 2000. Mr. Lucero was born in Las Vegas, NM to the late John G. Sr. and Ella Lucero; he was a resident of Albuquerque; a parishioner of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church; a member of the St. Vicente de Paul Society and of the Meat Cutters Union. He is survived by his loving daughter, Anna Padilla Morgan of Albuquerque; his precious grandchildren, Lawrence Padilla, Rita Raley, Marie Padilla, Cecilia Padilla, Lorretta Padilla, Yvonne Ulibarri, and Brandy Lucero; great-grandchildren, Rebecca Raley, Antonio, John Paul and Simon Ulibarri, Jason, Justin and Rachel Padilla. He will be greatly missed by his loving family, and those who knew and loved him. Graveside services will be conducted this morning, 11:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Johnny Chavez, Michael Baker, Joseph Lujan, James Lujan, Ray Valarde and George Baker. Military Honors will be accorded by the Disabled American Veterans, Chapter III. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Moore -- Gloria Rodriguez Moore. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated for Gloria at Sacred Heart Church, 4th and Stover, on Saturday, September 30 at 5:00 p.m.
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Moore -- Imogene Moore, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1941, passed away September 27, 2000, at a local hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Moore. She is survived by her sister, Evadean Nafus and her husband, Raymond; nephew, Bobby Nafus and wife, Judy; niece, Penny Nafus, Chip Wilson; grandnephews, Rob, Shari, Kurtis, Craig Nafus, Brandon and Tyler Nafus, Leon, Diana, Brima Nafus; nieces, Carrie and Vanessa Nafus; and many more relatives. Mrs. Moore, along with her husband, Roy, drove trucks in the 1940 and '50s. Later she managed apartments. She was a member of Woodbrine Chapter No. 7380 OES. Mrs. Moore will be missed by all. In memory of Mrs. Moore, donations may be made to Hospice of New Mexico. Graveside services will be held 3:30 p.m., Friday, at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Negus -- Raymond L. "Red" Negus, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Tuesday, September 26, 2000. He is survived by his daughters, Thelma Foster of Albuquerque and Mary Lou Bierman and husband, Dick of Muscatine, IA; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mr. Negus was preceded in death by his wife, Flossie L. Negus; and daughter, Betty Jean Musgraves. He retired after 25 years with Sandia National Laboratories. Mr. Negus was a member of Highland Assembly of God Church. Graveside services will be held Friday, 1:30 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Pastor Lemuel M. Boyles officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
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Ozmun -- The family of Kenneth Lee Ozmun thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. Special thanks to Father Scott Mansfield and the parishoners of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Son, brother and friend, Kenn, we will miss you. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Plunkett -- G. John Plunkett, left this life September 26, 2000. He was born in Barton, VT in 1924. A longtime San Francisco resident before moving to Albuquerque 5 years ago to be near his sister, Olive P. Moses and the extended family including his nieces, Joanne Moses Bagley and Alice Moses Waskow who preceded him in death. Proud to be an alum of Hamilton College and received the Bronze Star as an Army Messenger during WWII. Arrangements are being made through Sunrise Society of NM. We thanks those folks at Albuquerque Grand and Albuquerque Manor who were so helpful.
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Prindible -- Kevin Gerard Prindible, 42, died of cardiac arrest Sept. 22, 2000, at Providence Alaska Medical Center. Mr. Prindible was born Dec. 30, 1957, in St. Louis, Mo. He was a 1977 graduate of Parkway North High School in Creve Coeur, Mo., and had additional studies in art. He worked as a graphic artist and was the 1979 recipient of the Art Institute of Atlanta Purchase Award. Kevin and his wife, Wendy, were residents of the Albuquerque area from 1990 through 1996. They moved to Alaska in April, settling in Eagle River. His family wrote:"Kevin was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous since November 29, 1986. He enjoyed ethnic cooking, collecting Native American Art, painting and illustrating. He loved the outdoors, camping and hiking, motorcycles and cars. Kevin had the ability to give love and to receive love with a unique sense of humour." His cremains will be scattered over Glacier National Park in Montana. Survivors include his wife, Wendy of Eagle River; his mother, Helen L. Gieseking and her husband, Ed; brother and sister-in-law, Dan and Barb Prindible; brother-in-law, Fred Cowell; sisters and brothers-in laws, Pat and Dick Curtis, Mary Helen and Peter Rich, and Peggy and Todd Myers of Santa Fe, NM; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives; and his dogs, Lucy, Elvis, Moses and Sally. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Red Cross or the charity of the donor's choice.
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Salazar -- ELOY SALAZAR Happy Birthday! We miss you everyday, but more so on your birthday because you enjoyed your day so much with your family and friends during your party. Love and miss you so very much. Your wife Lita, Children, Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren
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Sandoval -- �Joseph "Zeke" Sandoval, Jr., 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died on Monday, September 25, 2000. Mr. Sandoval is survived by his two sons, Dennis D. Sandoval of Albuquerque, and Don D. Sandoval and wife, Linda of Albuquerque; six grandchildren, Todd, Christopher, Stephannie, Brian, Erin and Saravahn; one great-grandchild; and three sisters; Delores Roy and husband, Maurice of Albuquerque, Beatrice Lavato of Albuquerque, and Ramona Miller of Albuquerque. Services will be held on Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Visitations will be held on Friday, from 4:00 p.m. - � 8:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Segura -- Isidora Segura, born April 4, 1906, passed away September 25, 2000. Isidora, born in Cuba, NM, raised in Sile, NM, and was a resident of Albuquerque. Services will be held at St. Barbara Catholic Church in Sile, NM. A Rosary was recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2000, and a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 29, 2000. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 30, 2000, with burial following at Sile Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, 505-343-8008.
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Tabet -- Chris A. Tabet, 37, a resident of El Cerro Loop, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, September 26, 2000. He was a member of The Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Tome and a charter member of the Elk Lodge of Belen. Chris was an avid supporter of the Los Lunas Young Athletics League, always being there for our youth. He was well known as an area businessman, owning and operating Tabet Trucking Co. and Los Lunas Sand & Gravel. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Jim and Laura Hadaway; paternal grandfather, Joe Tabet; and his brother-in-law, Dennis Torres, both in 1999; and one niece, Trinity Sloan. Chris is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Cindy A., of the family home; three precious children who were the love of his life, Clinton Anthony, Craig Addison, and Cayla Ashley; his parents, Herman and Betty Tabet of Belen; three brothers, Jim Sloan of Belen, Larry Tabet and his wife, Kelly, of Los Lunas; and Jay Tabet and his wife, Brenda, of Belen; one sister, Debbie Tabet of Las Cruces; paternal grandmother, Lily Tabet of Belen; sister-in-laws, Sylvia Torres, Theresa Landavazo and husband, Fred; Lisa Bustamante and husband, Rodney, Tina Baca and husband, Chris; brother-in-laws, Raymond Aragon and wife, Yolanda, Christopher and Dallas Hawks; mother-in-law, Dolores Hawks; father-in-law, Leroy Bustamante and his wife, Sydney; and his Godchildren, Tera Landavazo and Keith Hershfield. Chris is also survived by his many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. A Viewing will take place on Friday, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, followed by a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 12:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Belen with Interment following in the Parish Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Marcos Torres, Carrie Chavez, Tony Chavez, Larry Feight, Robert Tabet, Matthew Otero, Frederico Landavazo IV, and Robert Vigil. Honorary pallbearers will be his two dedicated employees, Ernest"Sonny" Sanchez and Mark Jaramillo. Other Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Sloan, Keith Hershfield, Edward Cubero, David and Robert Sparks. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM.
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Wessel -- Gayle S. Wessel, a resident of Albuquerque for over 21 years, died earlier this week. Gayle is survived by her sons, Matthew A. Wessel and Michael J. Wessel and wife, Christine, all of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Iliana M. Wessel of Albuquerque; parents, Arnold and Geraldine Bekemeyer of St. Louis, MO; brother, Bruce Bekemeyer and wife, Marilyn of St. Louis, MO; sister, JoAnn Loring of Louisville, KY; and brother, Kevin G. Bekemeyer and wife, Sharon of St. Louis, MO; and several nieces and nephews. Gayle will be remembered for her love of animals and birds, and her granddaughter, Iliana. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE, Saturday, at 11:00 a.m.
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