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Adams -- Roy W. Adams, 78, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died at his residence on Friday, January 19, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marie W. Adams; five children; sons, Jim R. Adams, John R. Adams, and Bill W. Adams; daughters, Betty Town Stroud and Judy Gius Travis, all of Albuquerque; sister, Mable Galusha of Seattle, WA; ten grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Roy was a member of IBEW, Local 611, for 50 years. Dad, grandpa, we love you and will miss you. Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Aragon -- Edward Thomas, of West Vancouver, BC, formerly of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on January 18, 2001, at the age of 66. Edward was a proud member of the Squamish Nation. He will be sadly missed by his loving family; other relatives; and many dear friends. Prayers were offered on Sunday, January 21, 2001, 7:00 p.m. at 240 Whonoak Rd. West Vancouver, Shaker Service was on Monday, January 22, 2001 10:00 a.m. at Squamish Nation Recreation Centre, 100 Capilano Rd. North Vancouver, BC. Robert Nahanee and Eugene Harry officiated. Interment at Capilano Reserve Cemetery. Hinds Funeral Service (640) 892-3683.
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Aragon -- Joseph R. Aragon, 35, beloved son, grandson and brother was called home to the Lord on January 20, 2001. Joseph was born on November 17, 1965. He is survived by his loving parents Joe and Annie Aragon; three sisters, Annette, Paulette and Joyce; one brother, Stanley Aragon and wife, Christine; His grandmothers, Eliza Ulibarri and Priscilla Aragon; uncles and aunts, Salomon Ulibarri, Robert Ulibarri, Harold Ulibarri and wife, Mary Ann, Beatrice Ulibarri, Nellie Follo and husband, Ralph, Viola Kowalchuk and husband, Tony, Tina Ulibarri, Elsie Ulibarri, Arlene Archuleta and Yvonne Sanchez; great-aunt, Ida Armenta and husband, Patricio; great-uncle, Sabro Garcia; nieces, Arleane and Marie Aragon; and nephews, Sebastian and Nathaniel Tafoya. Joseph was a member of the Catholic Church and he will be greatly missed by his loving family and those who knew and loved him. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church with final viewing after 8:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Las Nutrias Cemetery in Las Nutrias, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be, Stanley Aragon, Salomon Ulibarri, Robert Ulibarri, Harold Ulibarri, Oscar Gatcia and Johnny Armenta. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Britton -- Marilyn L. Britton, 51, a resident of Albuquerque for 24 years, died Sunday, January 21, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 18 years, Glenn H. Britton of Albuquerque; son, David Britton and wife, Melissa of Long Island, NY; parents, Donald and C. LaClede Rice of Albuquerque; brothers, Vaughn E. Rice and wife, Gwen of Round Lake Beach, IL and Byron D. Rice and wife, Louise of Palmdale, CA; mother-in-law, Grayce Britton of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Monte Wyss officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Brown -- Dorothy V. Brown, 94, a resident of Albuquerque for 14 years, passed away quietly on Friday, January 19, 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Brown of Albuquerque; her son, David H. Brown and wife, Doris K. of Kennewick, WA; grandsons, Robert D. Brown and wife, Lisa, Donald L. Brown and wife, Karen, Michael Scott Brown and wife, Jill; seven great-grandsons; and a sister-in-law, Mary Gladys Graham of Independence, MO. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, H.R. Brown. Dorothy was a member of St. Stevens Methodist Church and delivered meals for Meals On Wheels. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 24, 2001, 2:00 p.m. at La Vida Llena�s Carter Hall, 10501 La Grima de Oro NE. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, or to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 27690, Albuquerque, NM, 87125. The family would like to thank everyone at Presbyterian Hospice and La Vida Llena�s Assisted Living staff for their loving care of Mrs. Brown.
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Brunk -- Jerry Brunk, age 92, retired New Mexico State Police Captain, died on Tuesday, January 16, 2001 in Mobile, AL. Jerry Brunk was born December 28, 1908 in Chickasha, OK. He was a Veteran of World War II serving in the US Navy as a Seabee. He served with the New Mexico State Police for 30 years and retired as Captain in 1968. For many years, Jerry Brunk served the people of New Mexico from the Tucumcari New Mexico State Police Office. Before moving to Alabama, he had been a resident of Conchas Dam, New Mexico. Surviving Jerry Brunk is his daughter, Clara Brunk of Mobile AL; three grandsons, Vasya and Vova Brunk of Mobile AL, and Jason Ehlers of Lincoln, NE; one granddaughter, Amy Ehlers of Boston, MA; daughter-in-law and son-in-law, Janet and Robert Ehlers of Lincoln, NE; numerous sisters, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Francis Brunk and by his son, Tom Brunk. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in the Dunn Memorial Chapel with his close friend, Norman Straton of Clovis, NM in charge of the Services. Honorary Pallbearers will be Paul Mears, Tom Wheeler, Jim McCasland, Mike Richardson, Jerry Woods, Dr. George E. Evetts, Charles Aragon, and retired NMSP Officer Jerry Williams. The body of Captain Jerry Brunk has been cremated.
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Campos -- Judge Santiago E. Campos, of Santa Fe, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 20, 2001 following a courageous battle with cancer. Judge Campos was born December 25, 1926 in Santa Rosa, New Mexico. He served with the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1946. He was educated at Central College, Fayette, Missouri, and received his Juris Doctorate from the University of New Mexico in 1953, where he graduated first in his law school class. He was admitted to practice in New Mexico in 1953 and served as Assistant and First Assistant Attorney General for the state of New Mexico from 1954 to 1957. Following an association with the law firms of Bigbee and Stephenson, and Stanley, Kegel and Campos, he was elected District Judge of the First Judicial District of New Mexico, where he served from 1971 to 1978. Judge Campos was appointed a United States District Judge by President Jimmy Carter on July 12, 1978, and served as Chief Judge from 1987 to 1989, when he assumed senior status. He was an honorary member of the Order of the Coif. He received the Distinguished Judicial Service Award of the State Bar of New Mexico in 1993. The University of New Mexico honored him with a Distinguished Achievement Award in 1993. Judge Campos is survived by his loving wife of fifty-four years, Patsy Campos: daughters, Theresa Campos, Rebecca Campos-Reaves and husband, Steve Reaves, Christina Douglas and husband, Drexel Douglas, and Miquela Campos. He is also survived by brother and sister-in-law, Albert and Ida Jo Campos of Santa Rosa, NM; as well as four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Judge Campos loved to travel and play golf. He was a member of the Santa Fe Country Club for many years and enjoyed playing golf with the Northern New Mexico New Mexico Seniors Golf Association. He will be remembered for his generosity, joy of life, wisdom, and sense of humor. His family expresses their deepest gratitude to the health care and hospice providers who cared for him in Santa Fe and in Houston, TX. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. today at Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2001 at Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. If friends desire, memorial contributions may be directed to the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030. Information regarding donations to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center may be obtained by calling 1-800-392-1611, or researching their website: www.mdandrson.org/about_moa/giving.com. Memorial contributions may also be directed to the Santa Fe Community Foundation. Pallbearers will include Drexel Douglas, Joe Dennis, Steve Reaves, Chris Wade, Raymond Nordwall and Jared Trone. Honorary Pallbearers will include Matias Zamora, Pete Lujan, Frank Bridgers, E. M. Lucero, Albert Campos, Henry Ortega, Harl D. Byrd, Rick Gutierrez, and Jerry Quintana. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, 984-8600. Or 888-384-4422 www.berardinelli-mortuary.com
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Gavin -- Col. (Ret.) Edward Morris Gavin, 92, died peacefully at his home in Santa Fe on January 19, 2001 after a long illness. His immediate family was in attendance. Col. Gavin was from Fort Gaines, GA. He graduated from Auburn University in 1931 with a degree in mechanical engineering. He joined the Army Air Corps in 1931 as a member of the first class of cadets at Randolph Field, received his wings at Kelly Field, TX, and served as an officer in the United States Air Force until his retirement in 1956. He was a graduate of the United States Air Force Institute of Technology and an instructor at the Air Force Command and Staff School, Air War College and Armed Forces Industrial College. During the Second World War, Col. Gavin commanded the 38th Bomber Group and saw service in England, North Africa, Alaska and the Pacific. He was twice assigned to the flight test engineering division at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, flying and testing all types of experimental aircraft. During one of these assignments, he invented and patented a new type of valve for aircraft engines. Among his many honors and awards were the Silver Star, the Air Medal, the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster and various citations for meritorious duty. When the Air Force Thunderbirds visited New Mexico, he was one of four New Mexicans chosen to be honored for outstanding military service in a ceremony preceding their performance. He married Mary Blanche Bauer in 1936 in Texas. Col. Gavin retired in 1956 from Kirtland Air Force Base where he had served as a liaison officer with the Los Alamos National Laboratory. While he lived in Albuquerque, he was a member of the All Faiths Receiving Home Board and was active in the Episcopal Church. After retirement, the Gavins lived on their ranch near Pecos, where they sponsored some of the state's first Hunter Trials and Combined Training Events. After they moved to Santa Fe, Col. Gavin became instrumental in founding the state's New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. After its establishment, he served for many years on its foundation board. He is survived by his wife, Mary; a daughter, Anne Gavin Cruikshanks of San Luis Obispo, CA; a son, William M.B. Gavin and his wife, Renee Wyman Gavin of Bozeman, MT; three grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. He will always be remembered for his love of flying, his devotion to duty and his family, his rock solid integrity, his ease with his fellows, his wit, and his ability to"fix anything". He was always, in the highest sense, an officer and a gentleman. A Funeral for family only will take place at the National Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held in March. Donations in his memory may be sent to the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, or the Hospice Center, 1400 Chama Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87505.
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Gonzales -- Bessie Gonzales, 79, passed away on January 20, 2001. Bessie was born on December 6, 1921 and was a long time resident of New Mexico. Bessie was preceded in death by her father Juan Gallegos, mother Anita Gallegos, sister Alicia Sanchez, and brother Alcario Gallegos. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, John J. Gonzales, son Benny and Ruth Gonzales; four sisters, Alejandra Gonzales, Helen Maestas, Fita Rivera, and Maria Vigil; one brother, Jesus Gallegos; seven grandchildren Ronald Gonzales and Fianc�e Beverly Diaz, Charlie and Christina Gonzales, Ludean Perkins, Lawrence and Paula Gonzales, Julie and Sam Delgado, Marie Lucero, and Sylvia Trujillo; 16 great-grandchildren, Marvin Gurule, Mishay Gonzales, Natalie Gonzales, Yolonda and Amber Perkins, Matthew and Chlesea Gonzales, Jessica and Anthony Gonzales, Michael, Peter, Stephen and Joseph Lucero, Raymond, Richard and Valerie Trujillo; two great-great grandchildren, Dominque and Jasmine Gurule; and many nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel located on 8th Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated Wednesday at 12:00 noon at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Bessie will be laid to rest at Mt. Calvary Cemetery after the mass. Casket bearers will be her grandsons Ronald, Charles and Lawrence Gonzales, grandson in law Sam Delgado, Juan Garcia and Great Grandson Marvin Gurule. Honorary bearers will be great grandsons Raymond Trujillo, Michael Lucero and Matthew Gonzales. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW 243-5222.
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Henfling -- Mildred Nixon Henfling, my mother and best friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 19, 2001. A mother is a wondrous gift, God gives us from above To fill our days with warmth and joy, To fill our lives with love. Amanda BradleyMildred was born in Roswell, NM., on October 9, 1919, and graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1936. She is survived by her daughter, Janice "Jan"� Kay Henfling of Albuquerque, NM. (Formerly of Denver, CO.); her brother-in-law, Henry Barsanti of Albuquerque, NM.; nephews, Ron Barsanti of Pagosa Springs, CO., Tom Barsanti of Chicago, IL., Bob Fleming, and Bill Austin both of Albuquerque, NM. Mildred was preceded in death by her husband, George�Bud� W. Henfling, Retired Major, U.S. Army, 200th Calvary, and sisters, Mary Pat Barsanti, Cherry Dennis, Beulah Fleming, and Besse Nixon. On Thursday, January 25, 2001 a viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m. and the Funeral Service will begin at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 1500 Chelwood NE., with Pastor Peter Schoew of Trinity Episcopal Church officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m., on the same day. In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation, in Mildred's memory, to the Alzheimer�s Association, NM. Chapter, 1330 San Pedro Dr. NE., Albuquerque, NM. 87110, &/or the Loving Hands of Hospice, 5400 Gibson Blvd. SE., Albuquerque, NM. 87108. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW., Albuq., NM. 87107. 505-343-8008.
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Hults -- JOE Even though I am not there near you, you are always in my heart, especially today on your birthday!!!! ��Love, Grace
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Hults -- JOE Happy Birthday, Dad. I love you, your son, Jim
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Hunick -- Rosann Hunick a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM died on Sunday, January 21, 2001 at the age of 43. She was a member of the Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving daughter, Melanie Hunick and fiance, Robert Thompson; and a son, Eric Justo Hunick and fiance, Crystal Jacquez; her father, Transito Montoya and wife, Dolly; three brothers, Mike Montoya and wife, Hazel, David Valasquez and wife, Melannie and Joe Zamora; a very close and special person that she loved very much, her grandmother, Lena Casias; as well as many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and many friends that will miss her very much. She is preceded in death by her husband of 24 years, Henry Justo Hunick, daughter, Melinda Lynn Hunick, mother, Virginia Velasquez and grandfather, Ted Casias. Rosann gave a great deal of time to nursing homes and was very concerned about the elderly at these homes. A Rosary will be held Wednesday, January 23, 2001 viewing will start at 5:00 p.m. with the Service at 7:00 p.m. at San Ignacio Parish, 1300 Walter NE, Albuquerque, NM. The Mass will be officiated by John Casias on Thursday, January 24, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary. Pallbearers will be, Michael Montoya, David Velasquez, Richard Chavez, Joe Zamora, Robert Thompson and Dale Thompson. Honorary Pallbearers, Leonard (Lenny Boy) Hunick. Arrangements have been entrusted to Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE Albuquerque 256-9400. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
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Isenberg -- Donald E. Isenberg, age 70, a resident of Lafayette, IN died Saturday, January 13, 2001 after a lengthy illness. Mr. Isenberg is survived by his wife of 44 years, Lucretia Isenberg; one daughter, LaLa Proffit; son-in-law, Charles"Chuck" Proffit of Lafayette; one sister, Margorie Rose of Albuquerque; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Isenberg attended Butler University in Indianapolis, IN and served in the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion. He was employed at Purdue University in their Physical Plant for 22 years. He then worked in the Purdue Mail Department for eight years before his retirement. He enjoyed watching all Purdue Boilermaker sports, rooting for the Chicago Cubs and was an avid bowler. Mr. Isenberg will be given a Military Funeral, Wednesday, January 17, 2001 in Lafayette, and will be interred at Memorial Gardens, Veterans Section, West Lafayette, IN. He was a kind and loving husband, father, brother, and friend. He will be missed.
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Marellanes -- Nora "Granny" Arellanes passed away January 18, 2001 at her home in McIntosh, NM. She was a member of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty, was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and loved everybody. She is survived by Bentura Segura; six sons, Bonifacio Lovato, Freddie Gonzales, Arthur Mahboub, Johnny Arellanes, Mike Segura, and Eric Segura; five daughters, Diana Hernandez, Lorraine Ruelas, Pat Lovato, Jessie Roybal, and Frances Arellanes; 36 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 23, 2001, with burial following at Moriarty City Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Mcfarland -- Deila B. McFarland a resident of New Mexico since 1931, born November 10, 1902 in New Orleans, LA passed away January 20, 2001. She is survived by daughters, Bea Bowen and Christine Garcia; grandchildren, Robin Bowen Pullins, Maxie Papes, Peter Cooney, Clebert Garcia, Channing Ashley, Darci Garcia; and ten great-grandchildren. Following Mrs. McFarland's wishes, there will be no services.
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Mook -- Jeanne Mook nee Cunningham, 71, of Redlands, CA., passed away Saturday, January 20, 2001, one week before her 72nd birthday on January 27th, after a long struggle with cancer. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Walter Mook of Redlands, Ca.; daughter, Pamela Foley and husband, Michael of Simi Valley, Ca.; sons, Robert Mook and wife, Christie of Santa Monica, Ca., and Dr. Kenneth Mook, wife, Charisse; and three grandchildren of Louisville, Ky. She is also survived by sisters, Arlene Vath of Albuquerque and Joanne White and husband, James of Corona, Ca.; brothers, Lee Cunningham and wife, Jimmie of Albuquerque and George Cunningham and wife, Evelyn of Sun Valley, Ca.; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Thelma Cunningham of Albuquerque. Jeanne was a former resident of Albuquerque and graduated from A.H.S. in 1947. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and Wesley Club of Albuquerque. In Redlands, she was active in The Iris Society, Garden Club, D.A.R. and Humane Association. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, January 25, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 51 West Olive Ave., Redlands, CA. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Animal Humane Association in Jeanne's name.
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Norris -- Flora Emily McFadden Norris, of Rio Rancho, went to her Father in Heaven on Monday, January 22, 2001. Flora was born January 30, 1910 in Mt. Sylvan, Texas, she was one of eight brothers and sisters. She married Milton Jack Norris and raised her family in various places in New Mexico, finally settling in Peralta. Flora was a long time member of Los Lunas First Baptist Church before moving to Rio Rancho in 1993 with her daughter, Mary, where they joined Celebration Baptist Church. Flora was predeceased by her daughter, Jacquelyn Uphoff in 1979, her husband, Milton Jack Norris in 1981 and granddaughter, Carol Ann Jackson in 1998. She was a beloved mother and grandmother, and is survived by her son, Mac Norris and wife, Mickie of Clovis; her daughter, Mary Graham of Rio Rancho; sister, Dorothy Pitcher of Dallas, TX; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. The Visitation will be at the Celebration Baptist Church, 5620 Laredo Rd. NW, Rio Rancho from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 25, 2001. Services will immediately follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor David G. Brittain officiating. Interment will follow in the Memory Gardens Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice or to Sandia Hospice in Memory of Flora Norris. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Ortega -- Cecilia M. Ortega, 85, a long time resident of Las Vegas, NM passed away at her home in Las Vegas on Monday morning following an extended illness. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Nabor Ortega of Las Vegas; two sons, Lalo Ortega and Iris of Las Vegas, NM and Damian Ortega and his wife, Faye of Knoxville, TN; four daughters, Omelia Maes and her husband, Adolfo of Albuquerque, NM, Maria Efren Bearden and her husband, Woodrow, Mary Jane Sandoval and Andrew, and Cathy Ortega and Jesus all of Las Vegas, NM; one sister, Mary Trujillo of Las Vegas, NM; 19 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and God-children. She was born in Tecolote, NM on August 22, 1915 to the late Abenicio and Benigna Trujillo Montoya. She was united in marriage to Nabor Ortega on June 6, 1932 in Las Vegas, NM. She was a foster parent for 43 years and for a short time was a nurse technician at the Las Vegas Medical Center. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. from Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Interment will follow in the San Jose Cemetery in Las Vegas, NM. Arrangements are under the direction of Billy G. Rogers at Gonzales Funerals & Cremations, 2315 Hot Springs Blvd., Las Vegas, NM 87701, 1-888-525-9319.
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Richard -- Grace L. Richard, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, passed away at her home on January 20, 2001. She was born on June 1, 1928 in Wolverton, MN, the daughter of Lars and Kari Nygaard. She is survived by her husband, Daniel F. Richard, whom she married on December 27, 1948 at St. Mary's Cathedral in Fargo, ND. She is also survived by three sons, Ronnie Richard, his wife, Tina, sons, Ryan, Aaron and daughter, Corey, Allen Richard, sons, Donovan, AJ and daughter, Faith and Randy Richard; two daughters, Barbara Andre and her husband, Michael, Jennifer Millard and daughter, Danielle, and son, Joseph, all of Albuquerque; brother, Allen Nygaard, of Bellfield, ND; and sister, Pearl Lange, of Minneapolis, MN; nieces, nephews and other family members including Rosie Flath, Ilene Morrosetti, Ramona Owen, Jimmy Rowen and Pauline Frahm; and best friend, Jeannie Faifer. A Rosary will be recited by Deacon Ruben Barela on Tuesday, January 23, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 24, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE, with Father Anthony Bolman, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made in Grace's memory to Loving Hands of Hospice, 5400 Gibson SE, Bldg 18, 87108. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors are in charge of her arrangements.
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Roach -- Delcia Roach, 77, born in New Mexico, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2001. She was the daughter of Alexander Pitts and Pumicena Aragon. Survivors include children, Ross Garcia, Frances Baca, Lydia Esquivel, Rosalie Gallegos, Pauline Lucero and husband, Arturo, Elaine Andrade and fiancee, Abie Sanchez, Terry Roach and fiancee, Carlos Saavedra, John Roach and wife, Maria; sister, Maria La Pierre; brothers, Donald Pitts and wife, Virginia, Alex Pitts and wife, Jane, Arnold Pitts and Bobby Pitts; 25 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; stepmother, Avelina Pitts. She was preceded in by her father, Alexander Pitts; husband, John B. Roach; daughters, Cecilia Phillips and Patsy Garcia; son, Tom Roach; granddaughter, Pat Montoya; and great-grandson, Gino Rostro. Rosary will be recited on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at San Jose de los Duranes Catholic Mission Church. Mass will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday at the same church. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be: Chris Esquivel, Brian Baca, Arthur Alex Lucero, Michael Andrade, Leroy Gallegos and Frank Gutierrez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bobby Baca, Henry Esquivel and Pat Gutierrez. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Sanchez -- Funeral Services for Yolanda "Yogi" Sanchez will be held on Tuesday at the San Felipe Catholic Church where the mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW.
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Schneider -- Josef F. Schneider, age 81, a resident of Albuquerque for 31 years, died on January 19, 2001. He was born on October 27, 1919 in Munich, Germany, where he grew up and after serving in World War II, completed his education. In 1956, he emigrated to Alamogordo, NM to work at Holloman Air Force Base, and moved to Albuquerque in 1970 to work at Kirtland Airfoce Base. Josef is survived by his wife, Edith; daughter, Sabine and husband, David Boruff and their children, Max and Joshua, all of Albuquerque; son, Thomas Schneider and wife, Alexis, of Topenga, CA. Josef was an active member of his church and the community. He taught computer classes at Bear Canyon Senior Citizen's Center and played violin in the Albuquerque Philharmonic Orchestra. After his retirement in 1989, he continued to be a member of and edit the newsletter for the Instrumentation Society of America. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8100 Constitution Place NE, Suite 120, Albuquerque, NM 87110. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, January 25, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 1818 Coal Place SE, with Father Normand Falardeau, Celebrant.
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Schnoebelen -- Marilyn J. "Mari" Schnoebelen, 70, an Albuquerque resident since November 1966, died Saturday, January 13, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Albert V. Schnoebelen of Albuquerque; daughters, Deborah M. Geib and husband, Mike of La Crescent, MN, Pamela M. Bollin and husband, Steve of Rio Rancho, NM, Nancy M. Verzin and husband, Joe of Paso Robles, CA; and JoAnne M. Howell and husband, James of Albuquerque; son, Timothy B. Schnoebelen of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Kyle, Michael and Bradley Bollin, all of Rio Rancho, Rachel, Jacob and Ashley Howell, all of Albuquerque, Claire and Elizabeth Verzin, both of Paso Robles, CA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mark Wright and wife, Tandra of Arvada, CO, Wanda Wright of Sunnyvale, CA, Carol Pauls of Newton Square, PA, Bernard Schnoebelen and wife, Bertha of Daisetta, TX, Dorothy Sullens of Yucca Valley, CA, Elaine Nelsen of Turtle Lake, WI, C.R. Schnoebelen and wife, Wanda of Yucca Valley, CA, Miriam Schnoebelen of Piedmont, OK, Joseph Schnoebelen, and wife, Judy of Lake Havasu City, AZ; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, two brothers, and two brothers-in-law. Mrs. Schnoebelen was a volunteer at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, January 23, 2001, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Father Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Interment of cremains will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Mari's honor to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Schoolcraft -- Eva Alderete Schoolcraft, 74, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away at her home on January 20, 2001. She was born on January 24, 1926 to the late Baltazar and Manuelita (Aragon) Alderete. She was a homemaker and a lifetime member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Eva is survived by her husband, Edward A. Schoolcraft; daughter, Yvonne Schoolcraft; sisters, Ruth Alderete and Chona Barela; brothers, Henry and Larry Alderete, all of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, January 24, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at Queen of Heaven, 5310 Claremont Ave NE. A Memorial Mass will take place on Thursday, January 25, 2001 at 10:00 a.m., also at Queen of Heaven. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of her arrangements.
        Published on: Tue January 23, 2001

Trujillo -- Cipriano (Pano) Trujillo, 75, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother was called home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, January 16, 2001. Mr. Trujillo was a resident of Ponderosa, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents and seven brothers. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Eva Trujillo of the family home; his children, Rita Hoogerhuis of Bernalillo, Steve Trujillo and wife Barbara of San Ysidro, NM, Sally Pacheco and husband Alfred of Albuquerque; Evelyn Martinez and husband Richard of Espanola, NM, Judy Gachupin and husband Arnold of Albuquerque, Marcelino Trujillo of Washington, Rosalia Serna of California; 13 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sister, Epifania Gallegos and Maria Sedillo. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and those who knew and loved him. A rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Santo Toribio Church, in Ponderosa, NM. Interment will follow at the Ponderosa Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth Street, NW.
        Published on: Tue January 23, 2001

Veronneau -- Richard Veronneau, 49, passed away January 22, 2001. He is survived by his loving daughter, Jolie Nicole Veronneau of Albuquerque; mother, Marian Schultz of Pompano, FL.; sisters, Sally Vandenberg of Albuqueruque, Susan Wilson of Davie, FL., Nancy Thompson of Loxahatchee, FL.; best friend, William Vandenberg of Albuquerque; and numerous family and friends. He will be missed greatly. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, on Tuesday, January 23, 2001 at 3:00 p.m., followed by a reception. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Tue January 23, 2001

Willmore -- Arthur Edward Willmore, 85, a former resident of Chicago, IL and a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Saturday, January 20, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Pat Willmore of Albuquerque; nephew, Donald Geis and wife, Nancy of Norridge, IL; great nephews, Rev. William Geis and wife, Sandi of Lone Wolf, OK, Donald Geis, Jr. and wife, Mary of O�Fallon, IL; great niece, Sandra Smigla and husband, Greg of Hoffman Estate. IL; great-great-nieces and nephews, Erica and Monica Geis of Lone Wolf, OK, Noah Geis of O�Fallon, IL, and Erin, Andrew, Barbra Smigla of Hoffman Estates, IL; cousins, Robert Willmore of South San Francisco, CA and Jim Willmore and wife, Eileen of Westerville, OH; and The Patton Family. Mr. Willmore was a graduate of Schurz High School, Class of 1933 in Chicago, IL and University of Illinois, Class of 1942. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was business manager and Chairman of the Board of Hope Christian School, owner operator of the Willmore Corp, an appliance service center. Mr. Willmore was a member of Faith Chapel and Gideon's International. He was a Sunday School superintendent for 42 years and a member of the Board of Directors of Faith Chapel. Services will be held Wednesday, January 24, 2001, 2:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Rev. Mable Dawe, Rev. Tom Salmon, and Director of Hope Schools, Mr. Wayne Ehlert officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Don Clark, Don Houghton, Larry King, David Allen, Bob Juul, and William Culbertson. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill King, Wayne Ehlert, Dave Eggers, Shawkeet Hindi, Harry Wright and R. Thomas Dawe. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope Christian School, 6800 Palomas Ave. NE, 87109, Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666, or Faith Chapel, 1726 Girard Blvd. NE, 87106. Arrangement by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue January 23, 2001