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Adams -- Michael D. Adams, Jr., an Albuquerque resident since 1950, died Monday, January 29, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Nora C. Adams of Albuquerque; son, James P. Adams of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Tracy Adams of St. Louis, MO and Tyra Lane of Missoula, MT; great-granddaughter, Alana A. Adams of St. Louis, MO; brothers, Elmer Adams of Highlands Ranch, CO and Frank Adams of Princeton, WV; sisters, Sophie Adams of Highlands Ranch, CO, Margaret Carter of Victorville, CA, Elizabeth Kovach of Reynoldsburg, OH, Julia Suza of Ansonia, CT and Dorothy Sexton of Hampton, VA. He was preceded in death by a son, Capt. Michael Thomas Adams (NMANG). Mr. Adams was a US Navy veteran of WWII and was retired from Sandia National Labs as a security guard with 26 years service. He was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church and was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, February 1, 2001 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 11515 Lomas Blvd, NE with Rev. Milton Jensen, officiating. Interment of the cremains will take place at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association NM Affiliate, P. O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM 87199-0790. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
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Anderson -- R. Evelyn Anderson, 62, beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend was called home to be with the Lord, Monday, January 29, 2001 while surrounded by her loving family. Evelyn was a life long resident of Bernalillo. She was preceded in death by her father, Conrado Garcia Jr.; first husband, Thomas Ward, and second husband, Don Anderson. She is survived by her mother, Frances Garcia; brothers, Louie Garcia and wife, Shannon and niece, Erin; Sydney Garcia and wife, Pat, niece, Kerry and great-nephew, Conrad; and sister, Patricia Chasseur and husband, Raymond. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. In keeping with Evelyn's wishes, she will be cremated. We are extremely saddened by her loss and will miss her very much. Those who loved and knew her celebrate her enthusiasm for life. She will be remembered for her loving and caring ways. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Inurnment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. In lieu of flowers Masses may be offered in memory of R. Evelyn Anderson. Funeral services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St. NW.
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Baca -- Paul Raymond Baca, Jr., 44, Born to Pablo and Esther Baca February 17, 1956 passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, January 28, 2001. Paul is survived by his wife, Nancy Baca; sons, Steven and Paul Baca; and daughter, Kristin Baca; his mother, Esther Baca. He was preceeded in death by his Father, Pablo Baca. Surviving Brothers, Chris and Anthony Baca; sister, Irene Baca. Paul was a Vietnam Veteran, who proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp 1974-1978. Loving and Caring Husband and Father, Devoted to his wife and children. Loyal and Trusted friend, admired and loved by all who knew him. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 31, 2001 Calvary Chapel 4001 Osuna Rd. NE Albuquerque, NM, 344-0880. A celebration for Paul's new home with The Lord Immediately following the Memorial Service at 6608 Vista Del Monte NE.
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Bell -- Harry Ernest Bell, 75, passed away January 28, 2001. A longtime resident of Albuquerque, he worked at Sandia Base and Nevada Test Site. He is survived by his wife, Elaine Bell; sons, Russell A. Bell, Carl D. Bell and wife, Lin, Randall E. Bell, Donald N. Bell and wife, Joyce; daughter, Marie E. Bell; numerous grandchildren; brother, Burton Bell; and other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, at 9:00am on Thursday, February 1, 2001, with burial following at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Bradley -- Kenneth Bradley, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away January 5, 2001. He was born January 2, 1930 in Mitchell Dam, Alabama and resided in Decatur, AL. He was a police officer with NASA, and a Veteran of U.S. Army, stationed at Ft. Monmouth, NJ and at Red Stone, AL. His wife, June Bradley, preceded him in death on October 2, 2000. He is survived by children, John Bradley and wife, Linda, Robert, Rebecca Stewart and husband, Lloyd and Brenda; four grandchildren, Maria, Christopher, Kevin and Kenny; and one brother, Wallace Bradley of Fair Hope, AL. Cremation has taken place and Kenneth and his wife, June, will be interred together at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Monday, February 5, 2000, 1:00 p.m.Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Carroll -- John W. �Jake� Carroll, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 42 years, died on Sunday, January 28, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Katherine B. Carroll; daughters, Margie K. Carroll of Canton, GA and Janey Carroll of Albuquerque; sisters, Betty Murdock and husband, Ed of Houston, TX and Charlotte Smithmier and husband, Claude of Canton, GA; sister-in-law, Marian Carroll of Stone Mountain, GA; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and golfing buddies. Jake was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Verlin Carroll, brother, James E. Carroll and daughter, Barbara Ann Carroll. He attended Emory University and graduated from University of Houston. Jake worked with the U.S. Corp. of engineers during WWII and then went to work with Shell Oil Company for 12 years. He then worked at Sandia National Lab until retiring in 1983. Services will be held on Wednesday, January 31, 2001, 3:00 p.m. at Sombre del Monte Christian Church, 2528 Utah N.E. with Rev. Claude Smithmier, officiating. Should friends desire to make memorial contributions they may be made to Sombre Del Monte Christian Church, 2528 Utah Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or the Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Honorary Pallbearers will be; Richard Andes, Karl Waibel, Paul Stanford, William Moyers, Dr. Brooks Gauert, Arnold Weinstein, William Norwood, Doug Walker, Leroy Lindblom, John Hilliard and James R. Flournoy. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E.
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Chavez -- Celestina (Sally) Chavez passed away on January 27, 2001. Funeral Services for Mrs. Chavez will be held on today at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Concilio de San Pedro Cemetery in San Pedro, NM. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Chavez -- In Memory of ANTHONY J. CHAVEZ April 23, 1961 - January 31, 1993Anthony has been with the Lord for eight years. We Love you and Miss you. Mom, Dad, your loving daughter Erica, and Two sisters Gloria and Bernadette
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Davis -- Evelyn W. Davis, 89, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died on Monday, January 29, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Claude E. Davis; sons, Thomas E. Davis and wife, Glenda, Don T. Davis and Jim A. Davis and wife, Linda all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Bryan Davis and wife, Stephanie, John T. Davis and wife, Lorrie, Chad E. Davis and Cathy Davis West and husband, Clint and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Donald. Evelyn was a faithful member of Immanuel Presbyterian Church where her husband served on the board of Elders, Services will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2001, 4:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E., with Pastor Chris Lieberman, officiating. Burial to take place in Oklahoma.
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Dennis -- Frances E. Dennis, 89, a resident of Albuquerque for 43 years, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2001. She is survived by her son, William R. Dennis and wife, Mary of Albuquerque; and brother-in-law, Joe Dennis and wife of Fort Worth, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland Z. Dennis; father, Hans Kohncke; mother, Della Kohncke; and brothers, William Kohncke and Robert Kohncke and his wife, Louise. Mrs. Dennis was a member of the Albuquerque Progress Women�s Club, and a member of the Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed many hobbies, one of which was oil painting. She attended Normal College in Bloomington, IL and taught elementary school. Mrs. Dennis later taught business school at Draughon�s Business College in Albuquerque. When she retired, she was employed by the New Mexico Department of Social Services as a case worker. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Joyce Lieberman officiating. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednedsay, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Easley -- Raymond L. Easley, 71, of Phoenix, AZ passed away January 28, 2001. He was born August 28, 1929 in Malvern, AR, and was a retired engineer for Norfolk/Southern Railroad, U.S. Air Force Veteran and member of Christ Church of the Ascension. He is survived by his wife, Marietta; daughters, Wendi O. Easley, Wanda J. Easley-Small; sisters, Almeda Robinson, Dorothy Jones; brothers, London and Marvin Easley; grandchildren, Vincent Ray Cooper, Vinnette Zundell, Courtney, Corey and Antoine Jones, Jordan Easley and Christian Easley-Small; great-grandchild, Avery Zundell. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 31, 2001 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Messinger Indian School Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School Rd., Scottsdale. Funeral Service will be Thursday, February 1, 2001 11:00 a.m. at Christ Church of the Ascension, 4015 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley. Contributions may be made to Christ Church of the Ascension Outreach Program, 4015 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253.
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Ferguson -- Ms. Joann Ferguson, 47, of Tuckerton, NJ died Monday, January 29, 2001 at Southern Ocean County Hospital, Manahawkin, NJ. She worked as a registered nurse for 27 years, most recently with Hospice. She was a volunteer worker for the Tuckerton, NJ. Seaport and was a member of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, born in Morristown, NJ she resided in Madison, and moved to Albuquerque, NM residing there for 27 years. She moved to Tuckerton, NJ one year ago. She is survived by her daughter, Caliann Ferguson, Tuckerton; father, William H. Ferguson, Tuckerton; brother and sister-in-law, Brian and Barbara Ferguson, Blairstown and brother and sister-in-law, William H. Jr. and Polly Ferguson, Jefferson, sister and brother-in-law, Noreen and Mostafa Mostafa Smithville, NJ. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, January 31, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Theresa's Church, Tuckerton, NJ. Memorial Donations may be made to the Caliann Ferguson Trust Fund, C/O Dunns Financial Revue, 22 Rt. 10 suite 102, Succasanna, NJ 08726.
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Garrett -- Virginia Lea "Ginny" Garrett, age 79, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2001. A long time resident of Albuquerque, she was born in Jacksonville, IL on February 11, 1921. Survivors include her two sons, Mike Garrett, and wife, Jackie, of Albuquerque, and Joe Garrett and wife, Betty of Lewisville, TX; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and her sister, Ruth Ann Hernandez of Batavia, IL. Mrs. Garrett was a member of St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church where private Memorial Services were held. For those who wish, memorial gifts may be made to St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Montano Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Garrett. (891-8200).
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Gonsey -- James William Gonsey, 53, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, January 27, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Gonsey of Albuquerque; mother, Mary Damo; sister, Diana Hessel, both of Missouri; and brother, Kenneth Flynn of Arkansas. Mr. Gonsey was a great animal lover; and along with his wife, was involved in rescuing German Shepherd dogs. Memorial services will be held Thursday, February 1, 2001, at 6:30 p.m., at Mt. View Baptist Church, 5500 2nd Street SW. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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Hertford -- Matilda Hertford, a resident of Albuquerque for nearly 40 years, died Friday, January 26, 2001. She was preceded in death by her first husband, C.J. Crowley and her second husband, Kenner Hertford. Matilda is survived by son, Neal and his wife, Daisy, of Arlington, VA, son, Michael and his wife, Lia, of Houston, TX; daughter, Patricia, of Miami, FL; and son, Paul, of Port Arthur, TX; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank her many friends and neighbors who helped her in the last years of her life. And thanks to the kind and loving people of Harmony House and the Anna Kaseman Hospice unit who showed such love and respect during her final days. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande, 5901 St. Joseph's Drive NW, on Thursday, February 1, 2001 at 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Matilda's name to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice, 8100 Constitution NE, Suite 120, 87110. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of her arrangements.
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Little -- Goldie W. Little passed peacefully in her daughter�s home in Santa Fe on 29 January 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn; and her son, Richard; as well as two sisters; three grandsons; three great-grandsons, and a great-granddaughter. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Herbert, her son, Robert, two sisters, and a brother. Goldie was a native of New Mexico, born in Lordsburg on 23 May 1916. She was a long-time resident of Albuquerque and an active member of the First Presbyterian Church. Goldie was laid to rest in the Little family plot at Sunset Memorial Cemetery in Albuquerque on 30 January in a private graveside ceremony. Donations in Goldie�s name can be made to the Robert L. Little Memorial Scholarship Fund, care of The New Mexico State University Foundation, Inc., Box 3590, Las Cruces, NM 88003. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lovato -- Frances Lovato, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, passed away Monday, January 29, 2001. She was a member of St. Therese Parish and a long time member of the Sacred Heart Society. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank, in 1986. Frances is survived by her children, Senovia Solano Gonzales, of Las Vegas, NM, Isidro Lovato and wife, Flora, of Gonzales Ranch, NM, Mary Cox, Louise Cox Garlock and husband, Bob, Livorio"Lee" Lovato and wife, Caroline, Anastacio Lovato and wife, Erlinda Ernestine Ortiz and husband, Nelson, Helen Valles, and John Lovato, all of Albuquerque. Her survivors also include 32 grandchildren; and numerous great- and great-great grandchildren. A viewing will take place on Thursday, February 1, 2001 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Fitzgerald Chapel, Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday at St. Therese Church, 4th Ave NW and Mildred. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. at St. Therese Church on Friday, February 2, 2001 followed by services and interment at the Gonzales Ranch Chapel Cemetery in Gonzales Ranch. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors are in charge of her arrangements.
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Lucero -- Rolando "Lonnie" Lucero, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, January 25, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lucero; parents, Gilbert and Camerina Lucero of Albuquerque; father-in-law, Keith Ralph Ludwig and mother-in-law, Carolyn Jean Rabine; sisters, Gloria Gene Leslie and husband, Michael of California, Rosemarie Sprick and husband, Gary, and Lorena Hungate and husband, Larry, all of Albuquerque; brothers-in-law, Jim Furiosi, Rodney Ludwig and Bret Ludwig: sisters-in-law, Cheri Ludwig, Tina Carter, and Deborah Hines; nieces and nephews, Mario Herrera, Maria Rake, Raymond Herrera, Danny McConnell, Christopher Leslie, Jennifer Sprick, Theresa Sprick, Angela Hungate, Deborah Sprick, Josh Hungate, Elliot Hungate, and Nathan Hungate; and several great nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by sister, Linda Furiosi. Lonnie graduated from Manzano High School in 1982, and served his county in the Air Force. He was an avid outdoorsman and balloonist. He never missed the Balloon Festival. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 31, 2001, 9:00 a.m, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE. Cremation has taken place.
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Lutz -- Roy Lutz, 80, died suddenly on January 27, 2001. A citizen of Albuquerque since 1973, he was born in Kansas City on December 31, 1920. He served in the Army Signal Corps as a cryptographer in the South Pacific during World War II. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Eunice; and their two sons, Douglas W. Lutz and Jeffrey S., Lutz, both of Albuquerque. Cremains will be interred in a private family service at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later time. The family suggests memorial gifts be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America Zia Chapter.
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Mabray -- Don D. Mabray, M.D., 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, beloved husband, father and grandfather died Saturday, January 27, 2001. He is survived by his daughter, Lynn K. Mabray; sons, Dr. Craig Jay Mabray and wife, Karen and Christopher D. Mabray and fiancé, Emmaley Fitzgerald; two grandsons, Marc and Scott Mabray; and mother, Ida Marie Henry, all of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Shirley J. Mabray. Don was a graduate of the University of Colorado School of Medicine in 1946 and served his internship at Harris Hospital in Ft. Worth, TX. He attended Aviation Medical Examiners School, Aviation Physiology School, Flight Surgeon�s School and was then assigned to the 8th Air Force, 27th fighter group. After he was honorably discharged in 1949, he completed a one year residency in surgery in Des Moines, IA. He then practiced medicine in Lamar, CO for 5 1/2 years before moving to Albuquerque in 1956, where he practiced medicine until 1991. After retirement from private practice, he worked as the medical adjudicator for the VA until 1997. Don was former chief of staff of the Presbyterian Hospital Center (1967-68). He was a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practitioners, a member of the AMA, the New Mexico Medical Society, the Greater Bernalillo County Medical Society, the Temple Lodge #6, and the York Rite and Ballut Abyad Temple. Don had a good life in Albuquerque, loved fly fishing, gardening, art, reading, rock hounding, jewelry making, Indian artifacts and rugs. Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. Private entombment will take place. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, 6600 Zuni SE, 87108 or Literacy of Albuquerque, 144 Harvard Dr. SE, 87106. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Malkoski -- Stanley J. Malkoski, 75, a resident of Albuquerque for 11 years, died on Saturday, January 27, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; sons, Mark of Morenci, AZ, Tom and wife, Kris of Chicago, and Jim and wife, Denise of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Alex, Kaelyn, John, Mark and Lili; sister, Nellie of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts; sisters-in-law, Anne Parsons of Gilford, Barbara Mall of Columbia, MD and Mildred Malkoski of West Boyleston, MA; and by many nieces and nephews. Stanley was preceded in death by brothers Adolph, Vincent and Paul, brother-in-law, Robert Richardson, and parents, Ursula and Andrew Malkoski. He was born July 3, 1925 in Massachusetts and graduated from Worchester Classical High School in Worchester, MA in 1943. Upon graduation, Stanley enlisted in the United States Army and served his country in Europe during World War II. When the war ended, Stanley attended radio school in Boston and became a radio technician at WLNH radio station in Laconia, New Hampshire. There he met Dorothy Richardson, whom he married on October 16, 1948. Stanley and Dorothy were blessed with the births of three sons. After five years at WLNH Stan was employed for sixteen years, primarily as a machine designer, at Scott and Williams in Laconia, New Hampshire. In 1969 he became a machine designer for Allen Rogers, also in Laconia, and retired in 1985. Stanley and Dorothy moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1990. Stanley's hobbies included mineralogy, photography and sculpting. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 1, 2001 at The Meadows Clubhouse, 7112 Pan American Freeway NE. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Macular Degeneration, P.O. Box 9752, San Jose, CA 95157. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Mares -- Antonio Mares, age 55, a lifelong resident of Las Vegas, NM passed away on Monday, January 29, 2001 at his home. He was born in Las Vegas, NM on September 25, 1945 to Raymundo S. Mares and Donaciana Torres Mares. He was presently employed by the Luna Vocational Technical Institute as an instructor for the past 24 years. He is survived by his wife, Judy Casey Mares; mother, Donaciana Mares both of Las Vegas, NM; children, Terri Mares and fiancé, Sam Stockett of Las Vegas, NM and Matthew Mares and fiancé, Denise Armijo of Rio Rancho, NM; brothers and sister, Ray Mares and wife, Theresa, Leo Mares and wife, Isabel, Albert Mares and Mary Najar and husband, Chris; mother-in-law, Josephine Jiron; numerous other relatives and friends. Rosary Devotional Services will be conducted on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church. Funeral Services will be conducted on Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church with Father Vincent P. Chavez as Celebrant. Cremation will take place immediately after services. He will lie in state at the Rogers Chapel on Wednesday until time of Rosary where family and friends may call. Arrangements are under the direction of the Rogers Mortuary, Las Vegas, NM, 1-800-479-3511.
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Mayhew -- James Paul Mayhew passed away on Friday, January 26, 2001, one month shy of his 91st birthday. He was born on February 26, 1910 in New Brighton, PA, the third of four sons to Noah and Zada Mayhew. Mr. Mayhew grew up in East Palestine, OH and served in WWII in the US Army as a Military Policeman. He came to Albuquerque after the war and was employed at Baldridge Lumber and Home Builder's Supply, until his retirement. Mr. Mayhew enjoyed dancing, bridge, playing pool and was an avid baseball fan. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Winnie, in 1986. Mr. Mayhew is survived by his brother, William Mayhew and wife, Dorothy of Vallejo, CA; his nephews, Gary Mayhew of Albuquerque, Robert Mayhew and wife, Marylou of Santa Fe and Jonathan Mayhew and wife, Barbara of McLean, VA; nieces, Debbe Noto of San Francisco, CA and Patti Winkler of Vallejo, CA; numerous great-nephews and great-nieces, including Michael and Vicki Mayhew of Albuquerque; and many friends. Memorial services will be held Sunday, February 4, at 3:00 p.m., at St. Mark's-On-The-Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond NE. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made to St. Mark's-On-The-Mesa Episcopal Church. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000)
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Mcdonald -- Guillermo McDonald passed away while visiting his family in Lima, Peru. He died on January 13, 2001 after a short illness. Mr. McDonald, a well known artist from Peru, came to Albuquerque in 1960 where he earned his masters degree from the UNM. He and his wife operated an art gallery for many years. His wife, Sylvia Bootzen McDonald, preceded him in death. He is survived by three nieces; and a sister-in-law who live in Peru. There will be a Memorial Service at St. Bernadette Church 11401 Indian School Rd. NE 9:00 a.m. Monday, February 5, 2001.
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Miller -- Viola Miller, 93, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2001. She is survived by her dear friend, Bill Boswell of Albuquerque. Mrs. Miller was a member of Heights First Church of the Nazarene, and an auxiliary charter member. She was also a member of the Gideons Society. Services will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul NE, with Rev. Bill Nielson officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. Contributions may be made to Heights First Church of the Nazarene, 8401 Paseo Del Norte NE, 87122. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Milligan -- The family of Josefita J. Milligan wishes to express their sincere appreciation for the kind expressions of sympathy and support from relatives and friends during their time of need. A very special thankyou to Josefita's godson, Father Richard Milligan, who flew in especially from Phoenix and delivered a beautiful celebration of her life. Thank you all so very much. Strong-Thorne Mortuary handled her arrangements.
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Padilla -- JOSEFITA S. PADILLA January 31, 1920 - April 16, 1984 In Loving Memory
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Peralta -- Mr. Alexandro (Alex) C. Peralta, 69, a resident of Corrales, NM. passed away on January 30, 2001. Mr. Peralta is survived by his two daughters, Denise Smith and husband, Andy and Stephanie Peralta and fiancee, Sean Ahern; one son, Steven Peralta; one sister, Lena Sanchez and husband, Leo; three brothers, Raymond Peralta and wife, Linda, Demetrio Peralta and Willie Peralta and wife, Nellie; grandchildren, Alexa Peralta, Arthur Rios, Michele Rios, Tyeler, Codey and Cassidey Ahern; his beloved pets, Montana and Brandy; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Peralta was a member of the catholic church and a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the Korean War. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with visitation after 5:00 p.m. The Legion of Mary reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Josephs On The Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Pl. NW. Father Frank Prieto, Celebrant. Final visitation will be at the church after 9:30 p.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be, Sean Ahern, Andrew Smith, Steven Peralta, Willie Peralta, Arthur Rios and MIchael Luna. "But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience." Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Power -- Ruth Cecilia Power, 87, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, January 26, 2001. She was born on April 3, 1913 in Boston, MA. She was the daughter of Daniel S. and Annie MacDonald. She graduated from St. Clement High School in West Somerville, MA. She studied at Mt. Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, MA. Ruth was honored for her fifty years as a member of the Board of Registered Laboratory Technologist. She worked at the Veteran�s Hospital in Bedford, MA, Addison Gilbert Hospital in Gloucester, MA and Lovelace Clinic in Albuquerque. Ruth was a member of the Women�s Guild of Our Lady of Annunciation Church in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald M. Power, and two children, Anthony Power and Eileen Power Davis. She is survived by her daughter, Anne�Nancy Parsons and her husband, Aylmer, of Whitehouse Station, NJ; son, Donald A.M. Power and his wife, Vicki of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren, Jackie Parsons Owen, Karen Parsons Penird, Tom Craig, and Stewart Parsons, Jonathan and Jessica Davis, Daniele Davis Donatelli, and Ian, Megan, and Kevin Power; and eight great-grandchildren. Friends may visit on Friday, February 2, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E. followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be recited on Saturday, February 3, 2001, 9:00 a.m. at the Aquinas Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas N.E. on the UNM campus. A Memorial Service and burial will take place in Gloucester, MA on Saturday, February 10, 2001. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the UNM Earth and Planetary Sciences Department, Northop Hall, Albuquerque, NM 87131-1116.
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Rodgers -- Jesse Edwin Rodgers was called to his heavenly home on Sunday, January 28, 2001. He was born on May 12, 1913 in Arkansas, and moved to Loving, New Mexico in 1934. He worked as a farm laborer until he moved to Albuquerque in 1953. He worked as a house mover, and retired as a school custodian for APS in 1980. He was a member of Sandia Baptist Church. During his lifetime he read the Bible through several times. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.B. Rodgers, and by his sister, Sibyl Faihtinger. He is survived by his wife, Opal Fern Morlan, whom he married in 1971; his brothers, Bill and wife, Della of Azle, TX, Benny and wife, Jean and Jim and wife, Pat, all of Albuquerque; eight nephews; and six nieces. Services will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Dr. Bob Butler officiating. Private interment will take place. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Sherwood -- Anna Sherwood, 56, entered into heaven on January 27, 2001. Anna and her husband, Don were dedicated to rehabilitating troubled youth by opening their hearts and home to treatment foster care. They cared for and taught six teenage kids, by giving them spiritual guidance and a family that they could call their own. Anna is survived by her husband, Don Sherwood; their children, Roseann and her husband, David Rhoderick, Scott and his wife, Rebecca Sherwood, Darren DeSimone and Eric and his wife, Danita DeSimone; their grandchildren, Jamie Rhoderick, Patrick Rhoderick, Anthony DeSimone, Andrew DeSimone and Laura Sherwood; her sister, Josephine Turano; and brother, Frank Crudele. Memorial Service is scheduled for Friday, February 2, 2001 11:00 a.m. at Celebration Baptist Church located in Rio Rancho at 5620 Laredo Rd. (North of Northern on 528). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tippin Youth Ranch, PO Box 5037, Clovis, NM, 88102, in honor of Anna's wishes in supporting youth rehabilitation. Cremation Arrangements by Sunrise Society of NM 891-8200.
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Shook -- Electa E. Shook went to be with the Lord on January 26, 2001. She is survived by her two sons; Bob Shook and Terry Shook; many grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. A service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2001, at the Calvary Chapel (mini chapel). Family and friends are invited to the Shook home after the service at 12613 Elyse Place, SE. 293-7998 or 299-1465
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Smith -- Randall W. Smith, 86, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, died Saturday, January 27, 2001. He is survived by his daughters, Jeanne Churchman and husband, Jim of Albuquerque and Anita Smith of Kansas City, MO; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Wanda Smith. They moved to Los Alamos from Washington, DC in 1948 and later moved to Albuquerque in 1950. He was a member of First Baptist Church for 50 years. He loved his family, trout fishing, Lobo basketball games and old western movies. Randall retired from Sandia National Labs in 1972. Heaven will be proud to have him. Graveside services will be held Friday, 10:30 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Rev. Robert Elliott officiating. Pallbearers will be Jim Churchman, Randy Kindrick, Jim Bynum and Cordell Puckett. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Noonday Ministries, P.O. Box 25451, 87125. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed January 31, 2001

Stuart -- Robert F. Stuart, age 65, rancher and thoroughbred horse trainer and breeder, passed away January 26, 2001 at his home on the Jocko River near Arlee, MT. Bob was born December 4, 1935 in Chicago, IL to Max J. and Mildred C. Stuart. He is survived by his wife, Susan of Arlee; two sons, Clinton C. Stuart, Edmond, OK and R. Scott Stuart, Colorado Springs, CO; two daughters, Jennifer M. Saavedra, Monrovia, CA and Sandra E. Jenners, Kailua, HI; and nine grandchildren; he is also survived by his brother, Dr. Frank C. Stuart, Miami, FL; and former wife, Mary Ellen Stuart, Phoenix, AZ. Reared in Albuquerque, NM. Bob was a leader in many areas. He farmed and produced professional rodeos in New Mexico until moving to Colorado in 1957 where he founded and operated the Skylark Ranch Company, Inc. in the north-central mountains near Kremmling. He pioneered the crossbreeding of Charolais cattle in Colorado, was an organizer and president of Rocky Mountain Charolais Association. In the mid-1960's, Bob began training racehorses and was a well-known trainer at Turf Paradise in Phoenix, AZ, as well as at Centennial Race Track in Denver, CO. In 1980, Bob moved the ranching operation to Montana settling near Pablo. He continued to produce and background cattle, but also became active in breeding thoroughbred racehorses. He was recognized many times as the owner of Black Mackee, one of the nation's leading sires of stakes winning horses. Known for his love of animals, stewardship of the environment, business acumen, judge of character and wit, he was liked by all who knew him. Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 30, 2001 at the Grogan Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at the Jocko Valley Catholic Church, with Father Drew Maddock officiating. There will be a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will be held on the Stuart Ranch. Pallbearers will be Bud Hendrickson, Ray Norgaard, Ted Schall, Randy Hovit, Lee Hestekin, Dan Barney, Gene Starlin, and Ron Richwine. Memorial contributions may be sent to the St. Joseph Hospital Dialysis Center, 6 12th Ave. East, Polson, MT 59860. Arrangements under the direction of Grogan Funeral Home, Polson.
        Published on: Wed January 31, 2001

Thomas -- Bob Thomas, a resident of Albuquerque since 1945, passed away at home on Monday, January 29, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Mary Thomas; daughters, Yvonne Bussell and husband, Dan and Jacque Mecham and husband, Steve; son, Mark Thomas and wife, Pam; grandchildren, Christopher and David Bussell, Amber and Ryan Mecham, and Eric Thomas and Amber Kirby; and by seven great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Emma Keesling, Mary Franchini and Teresa Sei and by brothers-in-law, Amerigo Sei, John Franchini and Frank Sanich. Bob was a veteran of World War II and retired from Sandia Labs. A Memorial Rosary will be recited Thursday, February 1, 2001, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE. The family prefers memorial contributions be made to Casa Angelica Home, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105.
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Tilton -- Dean B. Tilton, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Saturday, January 27, 2001. He is survived by his daughter, Donna Steen and husband, Tom of Albuquerque; step-daughter, Marian Clark of Albuquerque; step-sons, Charles Carmichael and wife, Ellen of Artesia, NM, David Carmichael and wife, Sandi and Daniel Carmichael and wife, Deb, all of Albuquerque; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; four brothers; and five sisters. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine. Mr. Tilton was a member of Hoffmantown Church. He served during WWII with the Army Air Force. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, 1:00 a.m., at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper Rd. NE, with Rev. Ken Moore officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hoffmantown Church Building Fund, 8888 Harper Rd. NE, 87111. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed January 31, 2001

White -- Larry D. White, 46, a resident of Albuquerque since 1998, died Saturday, January 27, 2001. He is survived by his mother, Barbara White of Albuquerque; stepson, Derrick Tharp of Jacksonville, FL; stepdaughter, Malinka Tharp Smithey of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren, Justin Tharp, Devin Tharp, and Daishia Smithey; brother, Robert White and wife, Beverly of Virginia Beach, VA; sister, Connie Jean Richman and husband, Hal of Farmington, NM; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, John Alfred White, October 31, 1993, brothers, Danny J. White, March 15, 1990, and Jeffery Allen White, March 11, 1979. Larry was born in Albuquerque. He joined the United States Navy on September 14, 1973. He served in the Navy for 15 years until receiving a medical discharge. Larry lived in Jacksonville, FL until moving back to Albuquerque in 1998. He was a very good mechanic, and he loved anything electronic. He loved to use his boat. Larry was extremely kind and generous and was loved by all who knew him. Services will be held Thursday, February 1, 2001, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Derrick Tharp, Robert White, Eric White, Danny White, Kelly Bingham, and Hal Richman. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, January 31, 2001, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
        Published on: Wed January 31, 2001