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Baxter -- Gary Wayne Baxter, 42, passed away peacefully at his home on December 11, 2000 following a long illness. He was born in Stockton, CA on August 10, 1958 to M.E. and Glenda (Bishop) Baxter. He attended Parajito Elementary, Polk Middle School and graduated from Rio Grande High School. He was self-employed as a mechanic working on small engines. Gary was preceded in death by his two brothers, Eugene and Terrence Baxter. In addition to his parents of Albuquerque, he is survived by his grandmother, Oleta Bishop also of Albuquerque. Services are pending at this time. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE is in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Wed December 13, 2000

Beasley -- Helen Irene Beasley"Grammy Bea", 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 13 years, died Monday, December 11, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Rust of Kansas City, MO and Marla Cox of Albuquerque; and son, Gerald Beasley Jr, of Olathe, KS and their spouses; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Helen was born in Belton, MO. She took great joy in raising her three children. Helen moved to New Mexico in 1983 where she resided in Gallup before moving to Albuquerque. Her legacy is her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Helen's focus was enjoying life with her family and friends. She did take the time to smell the roses. She will be deeply missed. Cremation has taken place. Her family invites you to join them in the celebration of Helen's life on Thursday, December 14, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 9500 Constitution NE. Interment of cremains will take place at Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Kansas City, MO at a later date. Should friends� desire, memorial contributions may be made in Helen's memory to St. Paul's Preschool Employee Benefits Fund, 9500 Constitution NE, 87112. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Brownlee -- Mrs. Geraldine L. (Jeri) Jones Brownlee was born in Gary, Indiana on February 10, 1940, sadly she passed December 8, 2000. Her parents, Gerald and Lucille Lowe, her husbands, Lawrence E. Jones and Wilbur Brownlee, brother, Ira C. Gate, and her son, James Mosley Jr. all preceded her in death. Jeri was a surgical Technician for 15 years at Mercy Hospital in Gary Indiana. She moved to Las Cruces, NM in 1982. In 1992 she moved to the Albuquerque area where she joined New Hope Church on February 27, 1994. She briefly worked with the New Life Ministry. She leaves to cherish her memory, her sister and brother-in-law, Essie and Early Collins of Gary Indiana; step-brother, and wife, James and Shirly Jiles of Pittsburgh, PA; her sister-in-law, Lisa Cooper of Seattle, WA; her daughter, Valerie Jones of Seattle, WA; her son, Leland Jones of Omaha, NE; grandchildren, Takarra Jones, Kissiah Jones, Michael Hicks Jones; and five grandchildren from her son James Mosley, Jr.; three lifelong family friends, Dorothy Carter Miles of Gary, IN, Shelby Swope of Gary, IN, and Fanny Everette of Oklahoma City, OK; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends who will fondly remember her with love. Services will be held at New Hope Baptist Church, 1901 Pennsylvania St. NE, on Friday, December 15, 2000 with visitation at 10:00 a.m., Funeral at 11:00 a.m., and burial following at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 505-343-8008, 2919 4th NW, Alb. NM 87107
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Chavez -- Mrs. Helen O. Chavez died Saturday at the age of 83 in Albuquerque. She is preceded in death by her granddaughter, Diana Lesperance. She is survived by a son, Pat Chavez and wife, Sylvia of California; a daughter, Cecilia De La Cruz of Albuquerque; four Granddaughters, Mrs. Darlene Barraga & Husband, Mario, Mrs. Cathy Sanchez and Husband, Ray, Mrs. Janet Ruiz and husband, Ernie and Mrs. Parry Chavez; two grandsons, Tom and Brian Chavez, of California; ten great-grandchildren; and one great-great- grandchild. Pallbearers will be, Tom Chavez, Brian Chavez, Ernie Ruiz Jr., Roland Sanchez, Ernie Ruiz Sr. and Ray Sanchez. A Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at the Ascension Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Los Padillas Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 3rd st SW.
        Published on: Wed December 13, 2000

Dennis -- David Morris Dennis, Ph.D.,"Doc" of Albuquerque went home to the Lord on Sunday December 10, 2000. David was a retired professor from Western New Mexico University in Silver City, NM, an active member of the BPO Elks, Sons of the American Revolution, Mayflower Association, Mensa, World Wildlife Foundation and the National Arbor Day Foundation. David is survived by his loving wife, Mary"Abby" Norris Dennis of Albuquerque, one brother, Joseph Michael Dennis and wife, Francine Creech of Cary, North Carolina; two sons, Christian Phillip Dennis of Milan, NM and Peter Varney Ph.D. of Littleton, CO; three daughters, Tasha Mira Dennis of Albuquerque, Jolie Rene Dennis of Forgan, OK and Vicki Garcia of Dodge City, KS; eight grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. A visitation for Dr. David M. Dennis will be held Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with Funeral Services to follow at 11:00 a.m. at The Chapel of Garcia Mortuary located on the corner of 8th and Iron. Graveside Eulogy will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Casket bearers will be Frank Garcia, Bill Simpson, Raymond Mares, Andy Garcia, Albert Montoya and Gilbert Montoya. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW.
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Fremon -- Gertrude Fremon December 13, 1905Your family is thinking of you on your Birthdate.
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Jakymiw -- Alice J. Jakymiw, 63, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1973, died on Monday, December 11, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Steven Jakymiw of Rio Rancho; sons, Steven Richard Jakymiw of Phoenix, AZ, and Michael Kenneth Jakymiw and wife, Denise, of Rio Rancho; father, John Miller of Albuquerque; brother, Dennis Miller of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Stephanie Jakymiw of Albuquerque and Danielle Jakymiw of Rio Rancho; and grandsons, Jason Jakymiw and Michael Mitchell Jakymiw of Rio Rancho. Alice was an active member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church for 26 years. A Parastas will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2000, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 1837 Alvarado NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, with Father Chris Zugger, reciting. A Requiem Divine Liturgy will be held Friday, December 15, 2000, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Father Chris Zugger, officiating. Interment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Kozlowski -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Susie S. Kozlowski will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Mildred NW with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m., Father John Plans, Celebrant. Cremation will follow. Interment of Mrs. Kozlowski cremains will take place on Thursday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with a Graveside Blessing. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Lopez -- Juan Lopez, beloved husband, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend passed away December 11, 2000 following an illness. Juan was born February 11, 1934 in Bess, NM to the home of Cysteine and Margarita Samara Lopez. He is preceded in death by his parents, his son, Sammy Lopez, brothers and sisters, Antonio, Lorenzo, Regina, Eva and Petra. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Florence of the family home in Santa Rosa; his children, Ana Mae Coca and husband, Nick of Las Vegas, John and Vivian Lopez of Santa Rosa, Elena Chavez and husband, Michael of Santa Rosa, Roberto (Hogan) Lopez of Santa Rosa, Christine Legorreta and husband, Jesus of Albuquerque; a special granddaughter which he raised, Janna Lopez of Las Vegas; and a special nephew Richard Lopez; his grandchildren, Joyce Chavez and Joey, Marci Coca and Maria, Francisca Chavez and Marty, Andrea Chavez and Jonathan, Tomasita Coca and Martin, Desiree Lopez, Miguel Chavez, Cele Lopez, Maria Chavez, Christian and Jessica Legorreta; great-grandchildren, Amanda and Brandon Lucero, Marcus Coca and Samuel Lujan; his brothers and sisters, Timoteo Lopez of Clovis. China Madrid of Santa Rosa, Frank and Nancy Lopez of Kingman, AZ, Emma and Faustin Vigil of Superior, AZ, Jose Lopez of Sparks, NV, Celestino and Veva Lopez of Littlefield, TX, Clemente and Lucy Lopez of Albuquerque. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends. Juan was a member of St. Rose of Lima Parish in Santa Rosa and was a Foster Grandparent at the Santa Rosa Elementary School since 1995. Rosary Services will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. from St. Rose Church in Santa Rosa. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. also from St. Rose Church with Father Stephen Schultz officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Santa Rosa. Serving as Pallbearers will be Steven Cordova, Eddie Cordova, Ernesto Chavez, Gilbert Gomez, Dan Lucero, Alfonso Campos, Boni Lopez, Jesus Velasquez, Pat Velasquez, Frank Saiz, and Henry Jaramillo. Honorary Pallbearers will be all his coffee drinking friends and all his students from Santa Rosa Elementary School. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St. Santa Rosa, NM (505) 472-3369.
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Lushbaugh -- Dorothy Bess Lushbaugh passed away Sunday, December 10, 2000 at her home in Oak Ridge, TN, following a lengthy illness. She was born January 24, 1920, in Okamulgee, OK. Her husband, Dr. C. C. Lushbaugh, preceded her in death. Prior to moving to Oak Ridge she worked as a Research Assistant in the Biomedical Research Group (H-4) at Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She leaves behind one brother, William E. Hale of Albuquerque NM; one brother and sister-in-law, David and Betty Hale of Santa Fe, NM; one sister and brother-in-law, Jean and Wesley Wilcox of Normal, Ill; and several nieces and nephews. She also leaves two sons and daughters-in-law, William and Janet Lushbaugh of Brandon, MS., Bob and Karen Lushbaugh of Oak Ridge; a daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Gene Forbes of Knoxville; and five grandchildren, Jeff, Sarah, and Kimberly Lushbaugh of Oak Ridge, and Lee and Jacob Spencer of Brandon, MS. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Martin Oak Ridge Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements, 1017 Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN, 37830
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Maestas -- Sigfredo Maestas, 88, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Saturday, December 9, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Martha O. Maestas of the family home; daughter, Olivia Rivera and husband, Jerry; sons Eli Maestas and wife Eileen, all of Albuquerque, Albert Maestas and wife, Mary of Tulsa, OK; grandsons, Victor Maestas and wife, Lavon of Placitas, Gary Rivera and wife, Kate of Albuquerque, Michael Maestas and wife, Gabriella of San Francisco, CA, Thomas Maestas of Valenciennes, France; and granddaughters, Elizabethann de Leon-Maestas and Jeanine de Leon-Maestas, both of Tulsa, OK. Mr. Maestas was a lifelong educator in Northern New Mexico and Albuquerque Public Schools. He was a graduate of Menaul School. He was also a graduate of the University of Southern California and the University of New Mexico. Mr. Maestas was a teacher and a school principal and was instrumental in the building of Coronado High School in Jemez Mountain School District, Gallina, NM. He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, where he was a member of the Spanish Choir. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Kathy Garcia reciting. Mass will be celebrated, Friday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl SE, with Rev. Robert A. Chabot S.S.S., Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul SE. Pallbearers will be Mr. Maestas� grandchildren. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Menaul School, 301 Menaul Blvd. NE, 87107. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Middaugh -- Gregg A. Middaugh, 39, died on December 11, 2000 in Albuquerque, NM. For the past two years, Gregg was employed at the Hoffmantown Barber Shop with Mary and William Rodriquez. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Roger Thorp, on September 21, 2000. He is survived by his mother, Anita Thorp of Albuquerque; two sisters, Sheila Byrne and husband, Tom of Lees Summit, MO and Ann Preece of Albuquerque; his maternal grandmother, Evelyn Gilbert of Clinton, MO; and his aunt, Janice Gilbert of Clinton, MO. Services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 15, 2000 at God's House Church of the Paw, 2335 Wyoming Blvd NE with Bishop Michael L. Shelby officiating. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to feed the less fortunate in memory of Gregg, may be given to Hoffmantown Barber Shop, 8240 Menaul Blvd NE, 332-2856. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE.
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Moore -- Carolyn Y. Moore, 44, beloved wife, mother and daughter and a resident of Los Alamos since 1990, died peacefully at her home on December 9, 2000. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, December 13, 2000 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm in Palm Chapel at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE. A funeral service will be performed on Thursday, December 14th at 6:00 pm, also in Palm Chapel. Interment will follow on Friday, December 15, 2000 at 11:00 am at Guaje Pines Cemetery in Los Alamos, with Father Jom Tracey officiating. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Wed December 13, 2000

Myers -- Geoff (Oscar), 44, formerly of Albuquerque, was called home to be with the Lord, Friday, December 8, 2000. He is survived by his wife Angela; stepdaughters Christina Pope and husband Richard, and Katie Taylor and husband Andre; and granddaughter Nicole Taylor, all of Denver, Colorado; parents Richard and Nadynne Myers; sisters, Vicki Myers, and Jennifer Rascon and husband Carlos; two nephews, Adam and Alexander Boosey; and one niece, Ashley Boosey, all of Albuquerque. Geoff was an active member of both Promisekeepers and Coloradoans for Nebraska. A memorial service will be held Friday, December 15, 2000, 6:30 pm at Church in the City, Denver, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to Church in the City, 1530 Josephine, Denver, Colorado, 80206.
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Nosker -- Nan M. Nosker, 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1995, died on Monday, December 11, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Raymond L. Nosker; two daughters, Connie DeMotte and husband, John of Albuquerque and Jayme Proctor and husband, Gene of Houston, TX; one son, Marion Lee Rader, of White City, KS; two step-sons, Rick Nosker of Salina, KS and Danny Nosker and wife, Becky of Council Grove, KS; 18 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Martha Sawyer of Mercedes, CA and Ruth Horner and husband, Merle of Claremore, OK and one brother, Wayne Mallory and wife, Hazel also of Claremore, OK. Nan was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and one brother. She was a member of the 1st Christian Church in White City, KS. Nan retired from ARA food service with Emporia State College. She enjoyed cooking for everyone who stopped by to visit. Her grandchildren were the joy of her life. Nan & Ray enjoyed traveling in their R.V. She enjoyed life and lived life everyday to it's fullest. Services will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2000, 6:00 p.m. at the New Life Baptist Church, 6900 Los Volcanes N.W, with Dr. Larry Allan, Officiating. Interment to be held at the Parkerville Cemetery in Parkerville, Kansas. French Mortuary, 9300 Golf Course Road N.W.
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Quintana -- George L. Quintana, 88, of Manzano, NM passed away on December 8, 2000 in Albuquerque, NM. George was born January 25, 1912 in Manzano, NM to Santos and Louisa Lajuenesse Quintana. He lived with his beloved grandson George Ramirez and granddaughter MaryAnn Ramirez in Manzano, NM. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church for 40 years. He had been actively involved as a member of the Local Labor Union Local #16 - FLI-CIO until his retirement, where he has received several medals and awards for his dedication to the Labor Movement. At the Local Union #16, he held many positions as the business manager, secretary, treasurer, and the president. He is survived by his wife, Ramona Padilla Quintana; his sons, Santos Quintana and wife, Lilly of Albuquerque, Gilbert Quintana and wife, Josie of Albuquerque, Cecilio Quintana and wife, Judy of Manzano; his daughters, Lourdes Brito and husband, Bennie of Albuquerque, Martha Ramirez and husband, Ciro of Albuquerque, Louise Mastrovito and husband, James Michael of Albuquerque, Sara Sanchez and husband, Dennis of Albuquerque, Doloroes King of Phoenix, AZ, Eloisa Corona and husband, Rudy of Albuquerque; one brother, Louis L. Quintana and wife, Elizabeth of Albuquerque; numerous neices and nephews; 30 grandchildren; 38 great- grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. Services are scheduled for visitation on Friday December 15, 2000 at 12:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair, Rosary on Friday December 15, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady Of Sorrows Catholic Church in Manzano, burial following at the Manzano Cemetery, with Father Edward Domme officiating, eulogy will be read by Gene Brito. Pallbearers are J. George Quintana M.D., Randall Lujan, Timmy A. Sanchez, Robert M. Corona, Ciro Ramirez II, Roman Quintana. Honorary Pallbearers are Edward Mastrovito, Mark Brito, Jason Quintana, Jason Ramirez, Jeremy Ramirez, George Ramirez Jr. Services have been trusted to the care of Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair.
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Ray -- Justin Michael Ray, 23, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on December 8, 2000. Justin is survived by his mother, Jan Maul Mansfield and boyfriend, Danny Quick; father, Charles Ray; sister, Taylor Ray; brother, Bryan Perkal; grandmother, Marlowe Mansfield; uncles, Mike and wife, Terri, Craig and Luana, Jim and wife, Marian, Father Scott and Joe; aunts, Diane and Russell, Cherry and husband, Dick, and Micki and husband, Rob; cousins, Steve, Shayna, Jason, Sasha, Shawn, Tanya, Lindsey, Lauren, Cody, Austin, Cori, Sean, Andrea, Greg, Paul, Doug, and Traci. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, December 12, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124, A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 13, 2000, 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church. Friends May visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE, on Monday, December 11, 2000 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Because of Justin's great compassion for children, the family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carrie Tingley Children's Foundation, 1127 University NE, Suite 2019, Albuquerque, NM 87102.
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Ray -- Justin Michael Ray, 23, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on December 8, 2000. Justin is survived by his mother, Jan Maul Mansfield and boyfriend, Danny Quick; father, Charles Ray; sister, Taylor Ray; brother, Bryan Perkal; grandmother, Marlowe Mansfield; uncles, Mike and wife, Terri, Craig and Luana, Jim and wife, Marian, Father Scott and Joe; aunts, Diane and Russell, Cherry and husband, Dick, and Micki and husband, Rob; cousins, Steve, Shayna, Jason, Sasha, Shawn, Tanya, Lindsey, Lauren, Cody, Austin, Cori, Sean, Andrea, Greg, Paul, Doug, and Traci. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, December 12, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124, A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 13, 2000, 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church. Friends May visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE, on Monday, December 11, 2000 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Because of Justin's great compassion for children, the family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carrie Tingley Children's Foundation, 1127 University NE, Suite 2019, Albuquerque, NM 87102.
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Robertson -- Bob �Arthur� Robertson passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2000. Arthur was survived by many family and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Justine Robertson. Services will be held on Wednesday, December 13, 2000, 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary Westside Chapel with Pastor Clyde Stanfield officiating. Internment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary 9300 Golf Coarse Rd. NW. from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m.
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Saavedra -- Mrs. Esther R. Saavedra, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 11, 2000. Mrs. Saavedra is the beloved wife of 61 years to Mr. Puseno J. Saavedra. She is also survived by two daughters, Hazel Sanchez and husband, Felix and Carol Leal; one sister, Ida Sanchez and husband, Cay; one brother, Phil Rivera and wife, Sally; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Saavedra was a member of the Catholic church. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, with visitation after 6:30 p.m., Deacon Charlie Johnson, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with final visitation at the church after 8:30 a.m., Father Daniel Balizan, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be Joe Saavedra, Chris Sanchez, Frank Sanchez, Ruben Leal, Jake Sanchez and Earl Baca. Honorary will be Rolando Saavedra, Cay Sanchez and Paul Rivera. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of arrangements.
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Sanchez -- Lena D. Sanchez April 23, 1926 - December 13, 1995Five years have passed since you were taken away from us on that December day, with no goodbyes... you died alone. We were never able to see you again. We miss your food, but more than that, we miss laughing with you and talking to you, and mostly just being with you. You are always in our thoughts, we miss you more than words can ever express, Mom.....we love you!Con mucho amour Tu familia
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Seik -- Mrs. Lou (Lupe) Pita� Seik, 77, born in Gallup, New Mexico on December 12, 1923, passed away on December 12, 2000 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Major Hervey P. Seik (retired); daughter, Evelyn �Hope Arguello and husband, Victor R. Arguello; son, Dennis G. Seik and wife, Patricia of Roswell, NM; son, Kenneth Seik and wife, Liz of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Lauree Mitchell, Cantrece Arguello, Jaden Sobieski and husband, John, V.R. Derelk Arguello, Sonia Shingleton and husband, Eric, Matthew Seik, Jason Seik, Jeffery Seik, Amber Seik and Kathleen Seik; great-grandchildren, Ryan Mitchell and Taylor Sobieski; sister, Dolores Leaser of Seattle, WA and brother, Fred Romero of Flagstaff, AZ. Pita was preceded in death by her son, Richard Seik and great-granddaughter, Marie Mitchell. She was a long time member of the Hospitality House Quilters and the New Mexico Quilters Association. She enjoyed sewing, playing games, and going to the Casinos. She will be greatly missed by all whom had the pleasure to love and know her. She always had the time to listen or comfort anyone who needed it. Friends may visit on Thursday, December 14, 2000 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 5, 2000, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel.
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Smith -- Thomas D. Smith, 65, passed away Sunday, December 10, 2000, Pueblo, Colorado. Survived by his wife, Patricia, of Bountiful Utah; his children, Thomas (Carolyn) Smith Jr. of Ramona, CA, Cheryl Smith of Pueblo CO, Dale (Catherine) Smith of Centerville, UT, Mark (Cindy) Smith of San Marcos, CA, and Chad Smith of Buena Vista, CO; sisters, Colleen and Peggy. Also survived by twelve grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Bill Smith. He was born March 7, 1935 to Dreyden and Ione Smith, in Manassa, CO. He graduated from high school in Wilcox, AZ. Tommy married Patricia Anne Michael on November 2, 1957 in Albuquerque, NM. He was employed by KOB-TV for short time. He was owner of the Tower Bar in Albuquerque for nearly 20 years. 1979 he moved to California where he established an avocado grove and a successful landscaping business. His honesty and compassion were appreciated by those that knew him. He leaves a legacy of hard work and a"can do" attitude to his children and grandchildren. Fishing and spending time at the family cabin in Vicksburg, CO were among his favorite pastimes. Tommy spent the last 1 1/2 years in the loving care of his daughter, Cheryl. Viewing will be held from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday December 12, 2000 and prior to the Funeral Service, at French's Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. Albuquerque, NM. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 14, 2000 at French's Mortuary. Interment in Manassa Cemetery, Manassa, CO.
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Stahnke -- Joy A. Stahnke, 26, a life long resident of Albuquerque, died on Saturday, December 9, 2000. She is survived by her parents, Martha and Mike; sister, Hope; brothers, Keith and Michael; grandmother, Maria Stahnke; uncle, Ralph Stahnke; two nephews and numerous cousins. Services will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2000, 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Road NE, 87109. Friends may visit on Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7500 Paseo del Norte, N.E. Pallbearers will be Hope Stahnke, Kevin Carlton, Mark Padilla, Keith Raiola, Ralph Stahnke and Lawrence Garcia.
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Suazo -- Jose E."Ricky" Suazo, 71, a resident of Albuquerque for 45 years, died Monday, December 11, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Bonnie K. Suazo of Albuquerque; son, Reuel Suazo of Austin, TX; daughters, Janel Suazo and Monica Montano, both of Albuquerque, and Karen Suazo of Kansas City, MO; six grandchildren, Kayla, Samantha, Mario, Drake, Ellen, and Kathryn; brother, Lalo Suazo and wife, Cathy of Belen, NM, sisters, Rose Sandoval and husband, Ernest of Albuquerque and Rebecca Serna and husband, Ben of Espanola, NM; and sister-in-law, Gerri Suazo of Santa Cruz. Mr. Suazo worked at Sandia National Labs for over 42 years, he taught Dale Carnegie for over 25 years, and sang in the Holy Ghost Choir for over 15 years. He was a dedicated and loving husband, father, and grandfather. Memorial Rosary will be recited Thursday, December 14, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Ghost Church, 833 Arizona St. SE, with Deacon Ubaldo Chavez reciting. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, December 15, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Ghost Church, 833 Arizona St. NE, with Father Thomas J. Mayefske, Celebrant. Interment of cremains will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Attn: Carla Ramirez, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Thompson -- Carol J. Thompson, 56, a resident of Albuquerque for the past 14 years, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2000. Carol was born August 4, 1944 the daughter of Frank and Willma Atkinson in Montclair, California. She had been an Administrative Assistant for an Automated Control Installation Company. Carol was the beloved wife of Ray Thompson. She is survived by her husband, Ray of the family home; five children, Tammy Perea of Albuquerque, Julie Horton of North Carolina, Lawrence Thompson of Kansas, Jeremy Thompson of Kansas and Dawn Britt of New York; one brother, Ron Atkinson of Texas; one sister, Barbara Simpson of California; ten grandchildren; and a very close friend, Chris Colson of Albuquerque. The visitation will be on Wednesday, December 13, 2000 from 5:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Service on Thursday, December 14, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Trujillo -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY GRANDPA Estevan Trujillo December 13, 1996Grandpa, I remember the evening you left us to be with the Lord it was very sad for me but you are no longer in pain. Enjoy the happiness you deserve, grandpa. Love and miss you, Your granddaughter, Bessie Hernandez and family
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Van Blaricum -- Delores "Dee" Van Blaricum, 61, a resident of Albuquerque and Corrales since 1962, died with her family in New Salisbury, IN. Delores was born on February 3, 1939 in Harrison County, IN the daughter of Glenn and Annis Engleman Baker. She graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1957 then attended Indiana University. She received an accounting degree from Indiana Business School in Lafayette, IN. Delores was married to Lucien Van Blaricum on November 27, 1959 until his death on April 18, 1993. Delores worked for several years in accounting at the University of New Mexico. She volunteered for 18 years for the American Cancer Society and received several awards including the Teresa Lasser Award for outstanding work in Reach to Recovery. She also volunteered at the St. Joseph West Mesa Hospital. Delores had an avid interest in nature and particularly loved horseback riding in the Pecos wilderness. She also enjoyed attending the New Mexico Symphony. Delores is survived by her mother, Annis Baker; brother, Forrest Baker and his wife, Judy and their five children in Indiana; also a special niece, Rene Lummer and her husband, and two children in Santa Rosa, CA. The visitation for Delores will be Wednesday, December 13, 2000 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the service at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with Rev. David Snyman officiating. interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Those who wish may direct memorials to the American Cancer Society or the New Mexico symphony. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary. Rio Rancho.
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Wilkinson -- Marge Wilkinson, 86, passed away quietly at her home on Friday, December 8, 2000. Born in Illinois, she moved to Albuquerque 40 years ago and before retirement had been a nurse at Presbyterian Hospital for 30 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Wilkinson on December 8, 1978. She is survived by two sons, Dennis Banning of Albuquerque, NM and Robert Wilkinson and wife, Maude of Virginia; one sister, Ann Coon and husband, Robert of Freemont, CA; one brother, Tom Hutson and wife, Dixie of Richland, WA; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 13, 2000 in Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE with Pastor Tom Hutson officiating. Sandia Funeral Care, 821-0010.
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Wilson -- Donald D. Wilson, a resident of Albuquerque since 1992, passed away on December 8, 2000. Mr. Wilson was employed as a prototype machinist for Los Alamos National Labs for 30 years. He retired from the Labs in 1981. Donald was a long time resident of the Los Alamos area. He is survived by his sons, Carl W. Wilson and wife, Valerie, of Los Alamos, James D. Wilson of New Port, WA, and Wayne Wilson of Foster City, CA; granddaughters, Tennille Wilson and Stefanie Wilson of Los Alamos and Tammy Fruch and husband, George, of Fulton, MO; brother, Harvey Joe Wilson and wife, Judy, of Albuquerque; sisters, Patty Easterday and Daphina Fuller of Amarillo, TX and Leona Dean Martin of Denver, CO. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rowena. Interment to take place at Crown Hill Cemetery in Lakewood, CO. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, PO Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM, 87199. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, 87109.
        Published on: Wed December 13, 2000

Zamora -- Mr. Sosteno Guadalupe "Tati" Zamora, 60, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home in the arms of his loving family on December 9, 2000. Mr. Zamora is the beloved husband of 21 years to Mrs. Joanne Zamora (Joey). He is survived by two daughters, Yolanda Gathings and husband, Ross and Alicia Thomas and husband, James; he is also survived by six sisters, Marge Jiron and husband, Johnny of Salt Lake city, UT, Edna Torrez and husband, Wilfred, Mary Ann Slagter and husband, John of Nevada, Jenny Garcia, Isabel Aragon"Sister" and Pauline Lovato; three brothers, Alex Zamora"Seyo" and wife, Pauline, Felix"Fred" Zamora of Colorado and Lorenzo"Sonny" Zamora Jr.; four grandchildren, Kimberly, Anthony, Gina and DeJour; five great-grandchildren; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lorenzo and Isabel Zamora and a brother, Wilfred"Evie" Zamora. Mr. Zamora was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary was recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, Mr. Charlie Martinez, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, final viewing will be in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. Father Louis Lambert will celebrate the Mass. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Danny Blea, Rudy Casias, Artie Lujan, Salvador Solis, Paul Jiron and Barney Nieto. Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Flores, Pete Lovato, Frankie Zamora, Alex Zamora, Bobby Duran, J.J. Ortega, Pebbles, Betty Boop, Larry Jiron, Joe Torrez and Leonard Zamora. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1100 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Wed December 13, 2000