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Abbott -- Esther J. Abbott, 102, an Albuquerque resident since 1988, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2001. She resided at the Montebello Senior Living Center. Born on a farm near Bluffton, MN, she graduated as a RN from the Abbott Hospital. She married Dr. Victor Abbott and they lived in Minot, ND until she moved to the Montebello. She was a member of PEO and Eastern Star. She is survived by her daughters, Jean Collins of Baltimore, MD and Marjorie Borchert and husband, Chuck of Surprise, AZ; and by her son, Roger Abbott and wife, Jo Anne of Albuquerque. She has eight grandchildren, including Nancy Farley and David Abbott, both of Albuquerque; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1970. A Memorial Service will be held, at a later date, at the Montebello, (10500 Academy NE), with Rev. Luther Mathsen of Faith Lutheran Church officiating. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Abbott. (891-8200).
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Aragon -- Vicente Aragon, 74, a resident of Peralta, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2001. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and of The Sacred Heart Leaque. He is also a member of the Crusillo, which was the first one in NM. Vicente served in the US Army during WWII. He retired from the AT&SF Railroad after 23 years of outstanding service. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Catalina Aragon, two sisters, Mary and Sally Aragon, and one son, Eloyd. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Ann of the family home in Peralta; two sons, Raymond and his wife, Gloria of Los Lunas; Richard of Peralta; his daughter-in-law, Mary Lou Aragon; five grandchildren, Suzanne Aragon of Albuquerque, Karen Garcia and her husband, Salomon of Peralta, Geno Aragon of Los Lunas, Vincent Aragon of Valencia, and Stephanie Aragon of Los Lunas; five great-grandchildren, Salomon Garcia, Jonathon Garcia, Andres Garcia, Savannah Aragon, and Theresa Aragon; two brothers, Manuel and his wife, Frances of Peralta, and Tom and his wife, Lugie of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his loving nieces and nephews. A Viewing will be held on Sunday, January 7, 2000 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a Rosary following at 3:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 8, 2000, at 12:00 p.m. also at Our Lady Of Guadalupe with Deacon Joe Trujillo officiating. Interment will take place at the Valencia Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alex, Tom, Benjamin, and Geno Aragon, Salomon Garcia, and Cruz Munoz. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM.
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Armijo -- The family of Mr. Alfredo Armijo wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and sympathetic during their recent loss. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Services were entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St. NW.
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Baldonado -- Daniel Bryan Baldonado February 17, 1981 - January 7, 2000Daniel, A million times we've needed you, A million times we've cried. If love alone could've saved you, You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place No one else will ever fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn't go alone. Part of us went with you, The day God took you home. Forever in our hearts, Your loving family.Mass will be offered for Daniel's one year Anniversary this morning at 10:45 a.m. at Nativity of The Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church.
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Borrego -- Nabor Borrego, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, since 1984, died Saturday, January 6, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lucy Borrego of Albuquerque; daughters, Becky McMullan of Albuquerque, Beatrice Martinez and husband, Arthur of Ft. Worth, TX, Barbara Finley and husband, Edward of Albuquerque; sons, Nabor D. Borrego and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque, Roy Anthony Borrego, of Ft. Worth, TX; granddaughters, Lynn Krueger of Rio Rancho, Lisa Scott and husband, Mike of Ft. Worth, TX, Stacey Hall and husband, Tim of Albuquerque; grandsons, Arthur Martinez Jr., Aaron Martinez and Eric Martinez all of Ft. Worth, TX; great-granddaughters, Crystle Krueger of Rio Rancho, and Ashley Scott of Ft. Worth, TX; great-grandsons, Jason Krueger of Dallas, TX, Christopher Scott of Ft. Worth, TX, Justin Hall of Albuquerque, Adrian Scott of Ft. Worth, TX and Ryan Hall of Albuquerque. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, January 9, 2001, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, January 10, 2001, 10:00 a.m., at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE. with Father Dennis Garcia, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ernest Luna, Ed Finley, Lalo Padilla, Tim Hall, Jason Krueger and Ricky Gutierrez. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Chapman -- Edmond B. "Ed" Chapman, active for many years in the title insurance and abstract business in Albuquerque, died in Las Cruces on Thursday at the age of 86. In 1967, he came to Albuquerque as manager of First Title Guarantee and Trust Company. Later, the firm became USLIFE Title of Albuquerque. He served as President of the New Mexico Land Title Association in 1972. Retiring from USLIFE in 1974, Chapman later organized a new company, Tierra Title Company. This abstract firm operated in Bernalillo, Valencia, Torrance, and Guadalupe counties. It was the first computerized title company in New Mexico. Retiring again in 1979, he lived for some years in Walnut Creek, CA before relocating to Las Cruces. In 1951, Chapman became Executive Secretary to then Governor of Kansas, Edward F. Arn. Three years later he resigned to become State Director of the Federal Housing Administration in Kansas. Later he was appointed Assistant to the Commissioner of the FHA in Washington, D.C., serving from 1954 until 1956 during the Eisenhower administration. After leaving Washington, Chapman engaged in the title and abstract and mortgage business for several years in Texas before coming to Albuquerque. A native Kansan, Chapman graduated with B.A. and L.B. Degrees from Washburn University in Topeka, KS. Before World War II, he worked on newspapers in Manhattan and Abilene, Kansas, and Kansas City, MO. He enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1942 and served until August 1946. Later he practiced law in Belleville, Kansas, and was elected County Attorney in 1950. Chapman is survived by his son, Stewart Edmond Chapman, of Walnut Creek, CA; his daughter, Connie Herndon and her husband, Tim; and grandson, Lucas Edmond Herndon, all of Las Cruces; a brother, William S."Bill" Chapman and his wife, Natalie reside in Bastrop, LA. A Memorial Service is planned for 7:00 p.m. Monday evening January 8, 2001 at Graham's Mortuary in Las Cruces. In lieu of flowers, family members request that donations be made to Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces.
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Flynn -- John W."Jack" FlynnThis is the one-year anniversary of the death of John "Jack" Flynn of Santa Fe. His family and friends celebrate this life that gave so much to others either as Jack Flynn, the political reporter; Fr. Jack Flynn, the Antiochian Orthodox priest; the father, stepfather, husband, grandfather, uncle and brother to family; counselor and friend to hundreds. He is greatly missed and most likely misses having the opportunity to practice his journalistic craft about the amazing political stories that have erupted in the past year.
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Forsythe -- Elsie Ann Forsythe. A Memorial Service for Mrs. Paul W. (Ann) Forsythe will be held Wednesday, January 10, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust Northeast. Mrs. Forsythe past away at her home December 28 of last year. The Reverend Myron White, Associate Pastor of First Presbyterian Church will officiate at the services. A reception will follow at Park Plaza, 1331 Park Avenue Southeast. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions to the Boys and Girls Ranch, New Mexico 87002 or to the donor's favorite charity.
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Froelich -- James M. Froelich, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1990, passed away at home on December 30, 2000. He was born in Bridgeville, PA, on November 3, 1923. He attended the University of West Virginia and enlisted in the Army Air Corps on December 8, 1941. He was a decorated B-24 Captain in the European Theater and an award- winning member of the Mosquito Squadron during the Korean Conflict. Upon discharge from service in 1951, he was employed by Trans World Airlines and served as a Captain until he retired in 1983. He was a Noble of the Mystic Shrine in Ballut Abyad Temple and a member of the Masonic Lodge. James is survived by Billee, his wife of 56 years, as well as two sons, James M. Froelich, Jr., of Albuquerque and David S. Froelich, of Orlando, FL. He is also survived by three grandchildren. Following cremation, James will be interred during a memorial ceremony at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe on Monday, January 8, 2001. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of his arrangements.
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Gardner -- Melvin Ray Gardner, 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1975, died Saturday, December 30, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Connie Gardner of Albuquerque; brother, Leland Gardner; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Gardner was preceded in death by his father, Allan H. Gardner of Phoenix, AZ; and mother, Julia Wells Rogers of San Diego, CA. Melvin attended Stanford University and he was a business graduate of the University of Denver. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He retired in 1997 as a contract specialist from the Albuquerque Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He was a member of the Navajo Nation, who spent many years on the Navajo Reservation. He was administrator for the Sage Memorial Hospital at Ganado, AZ, and Executive Director of the Navajo Housing Authority at Window Rock, AZ. Private services were held. Contributions may be made to Sage Memorial Hospital, P.O. Box 457,Ganado, AZ 86505. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Hanna -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF Billy Hanna April 12, 1939 - January 7, 2000It's been a year since you left and one of the things that makes us look toward heaven as our home is knowing that the people who made our earthly houses into our homes will be waiting for us there. Billy, Daddy, Papa, no words could express how much we love and miss you. You are in our hearts. Thank you for the love you gave and continue to give.We love you, Mary, Angel, Danny, Jimmy, Suzi, Terri, Dom, Jenny, & grandchildren.
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Harvey -- JEAN HARVEY Born Imogene Vaughn to her parents Gladys and Argie on November 24, 1930, she passed away December 30, 2000. Lifelong resident of Albuquerque, she attended San Jose, Eugene Field, Lincoln Junior High, and Albuquerque High schools. She was married to the love of her life, Elmer Harvey on St. Valentine's Day, 1949. She is survived by their three children, Carole Jackson, Deborah Wilson, and Gary Harvey. Elmer died in 1967. Jean will now join him in the National Cemetery at Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is survived by her father; her brother, Ralph; and her sisters, Judy and Jeanette. Her youngest brother, Doug, died in 1967. Her mother died in 1989. She was loving and devoted to her family. She was outgoing and made many friend in her life. She was intelligent, funny, and artistic. She enjoyed designing and sewing clothes, and making craft projects. She was good at drawing and painting. She loved and enjoyed her grandchildren, Patricia Jackson Geary and Brian Jackson; and her great-grandchildren, Nathan Geary and Rachel Geary. We will miss her love, advice, and companionship. Memorial Thursday January 4, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at Direct Funeral Services in Albuquerque. Graveside services at 1:30 p.m. in Santa Fe.
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Hasenkamp -- F. Arthur Hasenkamp, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Tuesday, January 2, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Donna L. Hasenkamp of Albuquerque; daughter, Karen Edberhardt and life partner, Kim Williams of Towaco, NJ; daughter, Kristen K. Hunt of Albuquerque; son, James Hasenkamp of Albuquerque; grandson, Terry Eberhardt of Copaigue, NY; granddaughter, Tracey Eberhardt of Hicksville, NY, granddaughter, Nichole Miner-Hunt of Albuquerque; grandson, Alex Hunt of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Allyson Lancaster of Fairbanks, AK, granddaughter, Lydia Tipton and husband, Jason of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Kai D. Miner-Yazzie and Julia Tipton, both of Albuquerque; step-children, Donald Eisenhour and wife, Debi, Stephen Eisenhour and wife, Maria, Leigh Penfold and husband, Brian, Leslie Keller and husband, Paul; step-grandchildren, Jimmie Leonard, Brandon Leonard, Matthew Eisenhour, Michelle Eisenhour, Jessica Eisenhour, Ashlyn Keller, all of Albuquerque; and sister, Mary Akers of Denver. Mr. Hasenkamp was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Keith Hasenkamp. Art was born in Eaton, CO. He served in the army in Europe during WWII. Upon his return, he married Doris Keith and returned to Colorado. He achieved masters degrees in nuclear and chemical engineering at the University of Denver. He graduated Summa Cum Laude. He worked for ACF where he was project director for the building and testing of the first themonuclear devices, and other nuclear weapons. His post-graduate work was at the Oak Ridge Tennessee Atomic Energy School. He then returned to Sandia Labs where he was a member of the nuclear reactor team. During his later years at Sandia labs, he made significant contributions to the application of X-ray technology in non-destructive testing in weapons and missile development. He retired after 32 years at Sandia National Labs as a senior member of the technical staff. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to a charity of choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Henry -- Loraine Fink Henry, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1982, died Thursday, January 4, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Albert Henry, Jr of Rio Rancho, sons, Randall A. Henry and wife, Gail of Boulder, CO and Robert C. Henry, M.D. and wife, Wendy Angell of Tijeras, NM; grandchildren, Brook Harris and husband, Kim of Denver, CO, Alaina Henry of Truckee, CA, Lt. Matthew Henry and wife, Lidia of Eglin AFB, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, and Robin C. Maez and husband, Anthony of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Jacob Maez, Brooke Maez, and Brandon Maez; sister, Virginia Reamon of Topeka, KS; and nieces and nephews, Elizabeth Farnsworth of Berkeley, CA, Marcia Anderson of Salina, KS, Steve Fink of Topeka, KS, Jerry Fink of Lenexa, KS, Richard Reamon of Lawrence, KS, and Diane Crump of Ft. Worth, TX. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, H. Bernard Fink and Nesbitt Fink. Mrs. Henry was born and raised in Topeka, KS and attended Gulfport College in Biloxi, MS. She also attended the University of Kansas. Mrs. Henry was a lifetime member of the Junior League, and a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666.
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Hernandez -- The family of Mary T. Hernandez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Father Sena , Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Clovis, NM, for Celebrating the Funeral Mass and to the Rosary leader. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
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Herst -- Lois Herst, 64, a resident of Albuquerque for 25 years, died Friday, January 05, 2001. She is survived by her son, Scott Herst and wife, Myra of Tijeras; daughter, Jill Montoya and dear friend, Ben Montoya, of Edgewood, NM; grandchildren, Eric Herst of Tijeras, NM and Crystal Montoya of Edgewood, NM; brothers, Irwin Lechner and Herbert Lechner, both of Florida; and sister, Audrey Goodnight of Pennsylvania. Lois will be remembered for her quick wit by those who met and worked with her at The Caravan East and Boot Scoots as Office Manager. She always tried to help others. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Monday, January 8, 2001, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Paul Gleason officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia SE, 87108.
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Hughes -- Dean C. Hughes, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died Thursday, January 4, 2001. He is survived by his nieces, Karen A. Hughes of Albuquerque, who he raised as a daughter, Virginia Szabo and husband, Ed and Lynda Bingham and husband, Sylvan; nephew, Don Hughes and wife, Beverly, all of Topeka, KS; many other nieces and nephews; and sisters, Jene Rutan and husband, Howard and June Glenn, both of California. Mr. Hughes was preceded in death by his wife, Genevieve Hughes. He was a member of Highland Assembly of God for many years, and he worked with the Santa Fe Railroad. Services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul NE, with Rev. Darrell Kelley and Pastor Winfred Walker officiating. Pallbearers will be Ed Szabo, Doyle Kelley, Glenn Tucker, Sam Williams, Wayne Hoskins and Bill Coleman. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to Teen Challenge of NM, P.O. Box 1958, Tijeras, NM 87059.
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Jackson -- Richard "Dick" Jackson, 67, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, January 3, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Betty Jackson; son, Kenneth Clyde Jackson and wife, Linda; daughter, Terry Lou Brenn and husband, John; and son, Donald Joseph Jackson and significant other, Vickie Ortiz, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Shawana Michelle Brenn and Nichole Celeste Brenn; great-grandchild, Alexandria Leah Finfrock; sister, Leona Lou Hogland and husband, Doyle of Albuquerque; nephews, Richard Doyle Hogland and wife, Ronda and Michael Ray Hogland and wife, Marilyn; and numerous other relatives and family members. He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Virgil Jackson. Mr. Jackson, a man of many talents, was an avid fan of country music and also loved the�Lobos, always enjoying basketball and football games. Cremation has taken place and private memorial services will be held for close family and friends. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE, (323-9000).
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Karns -- Norman John Karns, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1943, passed away January 4, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Louise; son, Richard and wife, Becky; brother, Garry and wife, Helen; and grandson, Travis. Graveside Services will be held on Monday, January 8, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park located at 924-C Menaul Blvd., NE in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Inez Place, 2103 Inez, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Kipping -- Scott Kipping, age 93, passed away in Albuquerque, NM January 5, 2001. No local services are planned. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society of NM. Ph. 891-8200.
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Klufa -- Faye Klufa, died Thursday, January 4, 2001, in Albuquerque at the age of 85. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, George A. Klufa; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert Dale and Charlene A. LeMaster; three grandchildren, Leslie Ann Phillips, Tracy Dale LeMaster and Joni Dee Hardman; five great-grandchildren, Tiffanie and Trisha Massengale, Chad, Tyler and Whitney Hardman; and a host of nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jess and Ona Reed, two sons, Billie Wayne and Eddie Ross LeMaster four sisters, Elva Elizabeth Carden, Lilli Olean Jeuken, Laura Marie Godbout and Joyce La Verne Wagoner; five brothers, Joseph William Reed, Coy Doyle Reed, Alvin Baylus Reed, Herschel Reed and Jesse J. Reed, and one granddaughter, Ellen Ricky. Faye was born in Floydada, TX in 1915, moved to San Jon, NM at a young age, where she grew up. In 1941, she moved to Albuquerque after living a short time in Belen. Faye worked as a salesperson at Paris Shoe Store, J.C. Penny, Montgomery Wards, Sears. She had received an Honorary National Life Membership in the National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE). During her life she enjoyed cooking, playing bingo, oil painting and making jewelry. She was a member of the First Baptist Church since 1941, and an active member of Le Femmes, a ladies auxiliary of the American Legion. Services will be held Monday, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Robert Elliott officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Robert D. LeMaster, Clair A. Carden, Lawrence E. Davidson, Charles Ray Carden, Vincent Garcia and Frank Koletar. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lane -- Sadie Ayer Lane, 92, died Friday, December 22, 2000, in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her nephews; Dave Park of Truth or Consequences, NM, Bill Park of Spring, TX, and Lewis Graham of Springerville, AZ; nieces, Kay Pritchett of Oolagah, OK, Pat Schallbrach of Lakeside, CA, and Frances Haussamen of Albuquerque; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. Sadie was born on November 5, 1908, in Denver, CO and was raised in Sterling, CO, by her parents, William W. and Mary Catherine Ramsey. She was married to William Ayer who was Vice-Counsel to Northern Ireland during World War II. When he died in 1947, she moved to Albuquerque to be near family. Here she met and married Frank Lane, Jr., who predeceased her in 1997, as did her brother; Harry Ramsey of Omaha, NE, and sisters; Eleanor Park and Edna Graham, both of Albuquerque. Also predeceasing her were three nieces, Lois Micheels, Beverly Stewart and Connie Oetinger. She had worked at Sandia Base in personnel and had been retired for many years. She enjoyed her church work and caring for others. She will be remembered most for her generosity and kindness to all living things. Cremation has taken place. Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, January 11, 2001 at 11:00 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Rod Stewart officiating. The family requests memorial donations be made to Manzano Del Sol Good Samaritan Village, 5201 Roma Ave. NE, 87108, or to Harwood United Methodist Church, 420 San Lorenzo NW, 87107. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lopez -- Cecilia Lopez �Lily�, 71, passed away January 5, 2001 at her daughters home. She was a native New Mexican living in Las Vegas before moving to Albuquerque. Lily was a licensed practical nurse and retired after working many years at nursing homes. She was preceded in death by her son, Danny Sena, and is survived by her daughter, Alice Gallegos; three granddaughters, Frances, Gina, and Angelique; two grandsons, Scott and Rodney; two great-grandchildren Danielle, and Bubbadande; two sisters, Rachael Lucero, and Mary Sena; son-in-law, Frank Gallegos, and numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church with a Memorial Rosary to be recited at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 7, 2001. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00am on Monday, January 8, 2001, with interment at a later date in Las Vegas, NM. The family wishes a special thanks to the doctors and staff at the UNM Cancer Center and UNM Hospice. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Mandeville -- Rosemary Ann Mandeville, 57, a resident of Albuquerque for 18 years died, Wednesday, January 3, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Marcel G. Mandeville; sons, Marcel Mandeville of Cedar Crest, NM and Phillip W. Mandeville and wife, Christyl of Rio Rancho; grandson, Brian A. Mandeville; mother, Violet Rose Pearson all of England. Rosemary was born in Basingstoke, England. She was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking for her husband, children, grandson and friends. Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW with Pastor Lemuel Boyles officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary-Westside, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW Monday from 3:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m.
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Messer -- Conley Eugean Messer, age 67, passed away in Albuquerque, NM January 1, 2001. No local services are planned. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society of NM. Ph. 891-8200.
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Montano -- Mario Tony Montano Jr., who was born on January 3, 2001 died Thursday, January 4, 2001. He is survived by his father, Mario T. Montano; mother, Juanita A. Gonzales; auntie and uncle, Denise Saavedra and husband Joey Saavedra; cousin, Joseph Saavedra Jr.; auntie, Yvonne Gonzales, auntie, Valerie Montano and auntie, Felicia Montano; grandparents, Johnny and Bernadette Montano and James and Veronica Gonzales; and great-grandparents, Ramona and Avedon Montano, Joe and Vivian Martinez, David and Erlinda Martinez and Alejandra Gonzales. Graveside Services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
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Murillo -- Cora E. Murillo, age 76, a resident of Albuquerque for 25 years died Thursday, January 4, 2001. Cora was born on March 24, 1924 in Newkirk, NM. She was a former resident of Socorro, NM. While a resident of Socorro, Cora worked for the Defensor-Chieftan for several years. Mrs. Murillo is survived by her husband, George Murillo; and children, Michael Olguin, Robert Olguin, Edith F. Shaw, Larry Olguin and Jimmy Brook; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Virginia Lopez; and brother, Sosteno Esquibel. Visitation will be in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, 4301 Sara Rd. on Sunday, January 7, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, January 8, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. followed by entombment at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers are Michael, Robert and Larry Olguin, Michael and Patrick Baldonado and Jimmy Brook. Honorary Pallbearers are Michael Jr., Ryan, Christopher and Camren Olguin, Lee and Larry Brook. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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O'connor -- James S. O'Connor II, age 57, a resident here since 1962, died January 2, 2001 unexpectedly. He is survived by his former wife, Mary O'Connor Ryan; daughter, Carolyn O'Connor; granddaughter, Genevieve O'Connor; step-sons, Walter and Ray Ryan; son-in-law, Joseph Day; and good friend, Mark Brown. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Monday, January 8, 2001 in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2001 at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel. Interment will follow. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors are in charge of his arrangements.
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Olona -- Stephen B. Olona June 20, 1949 - November 20, 2000Our lives feel so uprooted In this time of loss and grief. Security is shaken And we struggle for belief... And yet the quiet waters Of hope and courage flow To nourish and sustain us More deeply than we know. For every card or call For every kindness shown For every tear shed For every story shared For all the smiles and hugs for every prayer said for every word of comfort and consolation We are deeply grateful. Thank you. Steve's mother and father, brothers and sisters.
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Padilla -- The familly of Mrs. Maria L. Padilla would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extened to them during their bereavement for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Pastor Ruben Guarajardo, Aposanto Alto Church, for officiating the Funeral Service and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Pena -- The family of Mr. Jose F. Pena, would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Gene Gries, Our Lady of The Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, celebrant of the mass, to Mrs. Gabriella Nieto, for reciting the Rosary and to the Pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Purcella -- Margie Santiago Purcella, 55, went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2001. She is survived by her husband Arthur of 38 years; daughter, Jessica; sisters, Cecilia Durham and Frances Barragan; brothers, John Santiago and Sylvestre Santiago Jr.; seven grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and friends who loved and will miss her. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 8, 2001 at Christ is Lord Church, 601 Atrisco Dr. SW., with interment following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks for all the generosity and prayers during this time. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Ronald -- Roberta Jane (Bobbie) Ronald, 74, died Saturday, December 30, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Robert A. (Bob) Ronald of Albuquerque; daughter, Robin R. Nicely and husband, Al of Bothell, WA, Susan Jane Ronald of Spokane, WA and Sharon Richter and husband, Michael of Shelton, WA; son, Robert A. Ronald, II and wife, Donna Reel of Long Beach, CA; grandchildren, Shantelle Silva, Kane Silva, Alex Gardipe, Shanlee Richter and Rilee Richter. Mrs. Ronald was a former longtime active member and past president of Gamma Phi Beta Alumni Association. She was also a former member and past vice-president of the Albuquerque Assistance League. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 15, 2001 at French Mortuary, 100500 Lomas Blvd., NE with Robin R. Nicely, officiating. Private interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Assistance League, 529 Chama NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Friends may visit on Sunday, January 21, 2001 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE.
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Roybal -- Juan A. Roybal, 76, a resident of Pecos, NM, passed away on Friday at St. Vincent's Hospital in Santa Fe following a brief illness. He is survived by two brothers, Cornelio Roybal and his wife, Erlinda of Scottsdale, AZ and Larry Roybal and his wife, Socorro of Pecos, NM; three sisters, Maria Ruiz and her husband, Antonio of Colonias, NM, Tomasita Rodriguez and her husband, Estevan and Grace Gallegos all of Pecos; special nieces, Esther Quintana and her husband, Tito and Rosa Gallegos all of Pecos, NM, and Diane Pereda and her husband, Jorge of Lakewood, CO, and by other nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ramon and Candelaria Roybal and a sister, Nellie Brown. Mr. Roybal was a World War II Veteran, and had worked at one time at the Las Vegas Medical Center in Las Vegas, and was a school bus driver and mail carrier in the Pecos area. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. from the Santo Nino Church in Lower Colonias. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. from the same church. Interment will follow in the Santo Nino Catholic Cemetery in Lower Colonias. The Eighth Day Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, January 14, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anthony's Church in Pecos. Arrangements are under the direction of Billy G. Rogers at Gonzales Funerals & Cremations, 2315 Hot Springs Blvd., Las Vegas, NM. 1-888-525-9319.
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Roybal -- The family of Mr. Lawrence Roybal wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Your kindness will always be remembered. Services were entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St. NW.
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Salcido-Torres -- Shirley Ann Salcido-Torres passed away unexpectedly Thursday afternoon following a brief illness. Mrs. Salcido-Torres was born in Albuquerque, NM on the 23 of November 1950 to Eduardo I. Sanchez and Melba Sarracino Sanchez. She was 50. Shirley Ann Salcido-Torres was preceded in death by her son, Archie Salcido, her brother, Johnny Sanchez, her brother, Mark Sanchez, and her father, Eduardo Sanchez. She is survived by her husband, Andrew Torres of the family home in Albuquerque; her mother, Melba Sarracino Sanchez of Grants; one daughter, Melissa Halsey and husband, Bradley of Albuquerque, NM; eight brothers, Rudy Garcia and wife, Dorothy of Anton Chico, NM, Victor and Mary of Los Lunas, NM, Jerry Sanchez of Grants, NM, Patrick Sanchez of Grants,NM, Randy Sanchez of Grants, NM, Joseph Sanchez and wife, Theresa of Denver, CO, Leroy Sanchez of Grants, NM, and Chris Sanchez and wife, Aileen of Grants, NM; three sisters, Rhonda Gutierrez and husband, Abel of Albuquerque, NM, Sandra Marez and husband, Curtis of Albuquerque, NM Darlene Garduno and husband, Gilbert of Denver, CO; three grandchildren, Justin Halsey, Nicholas Halsey, and Michael Salcido all of Albuquerque, NM. Visitation will be Monday from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Grants Mortuary Chapel. Rosary will be Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. in St. Teresa de Avila Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday 10:00 a.m. at St. Teresa de Avila Catholic Church, in Grants, with Fr. Godfrey Blank O.F.M. officiating. Burial will follow in Grants Memorial Park. Pallbearers include, Bradley James Halsey, Rudy Garcia, Jerry Sanchez, Patrick Sanchez, Joseph Sanchez, and Victor Sanchez. Honorary Pallbearers include Justin Halsey, Chris Sanchez, Randy Sanchez, Nicholas Halsey, Carlos Araiza, Jayson Torres, Patrick Torres, and Andrew Torres. Grants Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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Sears -- Virginia J. Sears, 85, a 50-year resident of Albuquerque, passed away January 3, 2001 at home after a long illness. A Memorial service will be performed on Wednesday, January 10, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE. Her nephew, Reverend Jim Hawk, will officiate. Her family will scatter her ashes at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Virginia's family requests that donations be made in her memory to your favorite charity. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, is in charge of arrangements.
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Silva -- Mr. Gilberto (Gillie) Silva, 84, a resident of Tome, NM passed away on January 4, 2001 at home with his loved ones at his side. Mr. Silva is survived by three daughters, Alberia Silva, Erlinda Baca and husband Ted, Jeanette Baca and husband Phillip; one son, Felipe Arturo Silva; two sisters, Sally Chavez and husband Fermin George and Mary Davis; two brothers, J.R. Chavez and wife Stella and Amarante Silva; twenty grandchildren; sixteen great-grand-children; four great great grandchildren. Mr. Silva was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 2:00 by Mrs. Gabriella Nieto. Final visitation will be Monday morning in the Immaculation Conception Church in Tome, NM from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with a Communion Service at 10:00 a.m., Deacon Joe Trujillo, officiating. Interment will follow in the Tome Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ron Silver, Kenneth Montiel, Felipe Silva, Jake Silva, Amarante Silva and Fermin G. Chavez. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Torres -- The family of Daniel L. (Uncle Dan) Torres would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, for the beautiful floral tributes, to Father Balizan, St. Anne Catholic Church, celebrant of the Funeral Mass, to Josie and Gene Lovato and the Legion of Mary for reciting the Rosary, to Deacon Paiz for officiating the committal service, to the nursing staff, dialysis staff and hospice staff at St. Joseph Hospital (downtown) for their tender caring of Dan during his illness and to the pallbearers and caregivers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
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Trujeque -- Mrs. Maria G. Trujeque, 86, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on January 5, 2001. Mrs. Trujeque is survived by her daughter, Jenny Wright; three grandchildren, Suzannah Montoya, Linda Colavito and Scarlett Wright; one sister, Cirila De la Cruz and husband Francisco; one great-grandchild, Olivia Rose Nieto; special family members, Mary Helen Pridham and husband,Pete and Connie Molina and husband, Chilo Enriquez. She is preceded in death by her husband, Luciano Trujeque. Mrs. Trujeque, was a member of the catholic church. A Rosary will be recited Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, with visitation after 5:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto,reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Clairmont NE with final viewing at the church after 12:30p.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Francisco De la Cruz, Mike De la Cruz, Louis De la Cruz, David De la Cruz, Adrian De la Cruz and Peter De la Cruz. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Williams -- Lois Trumble Williams, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1999, died Tuesday, January 2, 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Patte Patterson and husband, Jim of Seattle, WA; grandson, Peter Jensen and wife, Regina of Colorado springs, CO; her sister, Maurine Romme and husband, Howard of Albuquerque. In 1999 she was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert of 53 years. Lois was also preceded in death by her daughter, Sandra Roach, who died in 1997, and her brother, Maurice R. Trumble, who died in 1999. Lois attended UNM and was a member of Chi Omega sorority. After graduation in 1943, she joined the US Navy and served as communication officer LTjg in San Francisco until 1947. She lived in San Francisco and Seattle until Herb retired from the Boeing Corporation, after which the family moved to Arlington, TX. Lois continued with her love of music as part time teacher until she became executive secretary for C&H Trucking Co. of Dallas, TX. Most summers included a family reunion in Wagon Mound, NM with parents and grandparents, Maurice W. and Grace Trumble. Since moving to Albuquerque, Lois was active in Sanado Women's Club and St. Luke Lutheran Church. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul Blvd. NE, at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2001 with Pastor Harold Nilsson, officiating. Graveside Services will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Wednesday, January 10, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Luke Lutheran Church or to a charity of your choice. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Worth -- Marjorie H. Worth, 73, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died at home Thursday, January 4, 2001 of breast and pancreatic cancer. She was born on June 29, 1927 in Macksville, KS to Marion R. Smith and Lawrence E. Hockett, both deceased. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Worth; and sister, Carol Nalley. She is survived by her daughter, Melanie (Wilson) Barnard; son, Michael Worth; nieces, Deborah (Jim) Squire; Jonni Gardey (Mike Grubb), all of Albuquerque; grandson, Jason (Melissa) Barnard of Houston, TX; granddaughter, Brenda Barnard of Las Cruces; great-grandson, Aaron Barnard of Houston, TX; great-nieces, Katie (Brennan) Cook of Killeen, TX, Mica Gardey (Jason Yates) of Albuquerque; and great-nephew, Evan Gardey of Glendale, CA. A Memorial celebrating her life will be held at her home Saturday, January 20, 2001 starting at 2:00 p.m.
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Zamora -- Margarito A. Zamora, age 92, passed away January 4, 2001 in Santa Rosa following an illness. Margarito was born January 29, 1908 in Potrillo, NM to the home of Pablo and Adelaida Alarid Zamora. He was reared in Potrillo and Puerto De Luna. Margarito married Faustina Lucero on February 15, 1935 in Santa Rosa. He worked as a sheepherder and for the Southern Pacific Railroad for over 33 years. He was a member of St. Rose of Lima Parish and the Railroad Union. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Faustina, his son, Raymond Zamora, a granddaughter, Marlene Zamora, his brothers, and sisters, Transita Sandoval, Rosa Chavez, Conrada Marquez, Otilia Sandoval, Genoveva Serna, Filiberto Zamora and Fermin Zamora. Survivors include his grandchildren, Raymond Zamora and wife, Susan of Santa Rosa, Johnny Zamora and wife, Maria of Tierra Amarilla, Jake Zamora and wife, Sylvia of Albuquerque, Roberta Nimmons and husband, Winslow of Tucson, AZ, Christine Sanchez and husband, Gilbert of Santa Rosa, Robert Zamora and wife, Sunshine of Santa Rosa and Justin Zamora of Santa Rosa; a daughter-in-law, Julia Zamora of Santa Rosa; and a sister-in-law, Otilia Zamora of Fort Sumner; also surviving are his great-grandchildren, Ray Zamora, Daniel Zamora, Michael Zamora, Katie Zamora, Bianca Zamora, Antoinette Zamora, Victoria Zamora, Mariquita Zamora, Jacob Zamora, John Zamora Christopher Sanchez, Veronica Sanchez, Joaquin Sanchez, Robert Zamora and Adrianna Zamora. Rosary Services will be recited on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. from St. Rose Church in Santa Rosa. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at St. Rose Church with Father Stephen Schultz officiating. Burial will follow in the family plot at St. Joseph Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers are Junior Hidalgo, Alfonso Alarid, Tony Rubio, Macario Garcia, Raymond Frank Zamora, John Zamora, Eddie Salazar and Victor Chavez. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St. Santa Rosa, NM. 472-3369.
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