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Bartz -- Robert Edward Bartz, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away February 14, 2001 after a long difficult illness. He is survived by his wife, Jean of the family home. A Memorial Service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE. on Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. As a retired US Marine, he will be buried at Santa Fe National Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Agent Orange Memorial, PO Box 38, Fossil, OR. 97830 and/or Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 3150 Carlisle Blvd. NE. Ste. #35, Albuquerque, NM. 87110. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Burton -- Margaret A. Burton, 73, born in Santa Fe on November 1, 1927, formerly of Albuquerque and a resident of Belen for the past two years, passed away on February 14, 2001. She was a member of the Eastern Star Society and of the Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pearl and Chester Skinner, her two brothers, Elton and Chester, and her three sisters, Marjorie, Mildred and Mary Alice. Margaret is survived by her two daughters, Beckie Torres of Belen, and Linda Marriott and husband, Jerry of San Antonio, TX; her grandsons, Scott, Wesley and wife, Jennifer, Eric, and Billy and wife, Renee, Sabino II and Mayra, Anthony and Allie; her great-grandchildren, Morgan and Tristin, Joshua and Annastancia, Annmarisa, Sabino III and Ariel; her two nieces, Karen and Rae; her cousins, Billie Daniels, Loritha, and Fredo McFall; she is also survived by many other family members; her very close and dear friends, Judy Vanetta and Shirley Sawin; and many other friends throughout the years of her wonderful life. With the utmost love and respect for Margaret's wishes, cremation has taken place with a Memorial Service to be held on Monday, 2:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home Chapel.
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Carter -- CWO4 (Ret.) William L. (Bil) Carter, Sr., 78, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, February 16, 2001. He is survived by his son, Bill Carter and Linda Diesel of Albuquerque, NM; daughters, Judy Russell and her husband, C.D. of Perryton, TX and Wanda Bryant and her husband, Michael of Albuquerque, NM; four grandchildren, Teresa McIver, Bub McIver, Julie Bryant and Christopher Bryant; three great-grandchildren, Emily McIver, Colton Juarez and Brice Juarez. Bil was retired from the Air Force having served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He was a member of the VFW, Elks Lodge 1440, and American Legion Post 49. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 20, 2001, at Fairview Cemetery, 700 Yale SE, Rick Donaho officiating. Friends may visit Monday, February 19, 2001, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Cary -- Leon H. Cary, 59, a resident of Belen, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2001. He was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Los Lunas. He retired from the Central New Mexico Correctional Facility in Los Lunas as a Lt. Correctional Officer. He was preceded in death by his mother, Leona, in 1999. Leon is survived by his wife of two years, Naureen of Belen; one son, Lloyd and his wife, Heather of Belen; four grandchildren, Jonathan; Thomas; Alyssa; and Andra. He is also survived by his father, Leo, of Truth or Consequences. Cremation has taken place with a Memorial Service to be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 3:30PM at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Los Lunas. The family request that donations be sent to the Albuquerque Pregnancy Center, 2200 Menual Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107, in Leon's name.
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Engle -- Lola Engle, born February 19, 1910, passed away at her home on February 12, 2001 after a long struggle with cancer. Formerly of Billings MT, Lola moved to Albuquerque in 1998 to be close to family. Survivors include one son, Jerry Lund and wife, Terry of Bates City, MO; two step-sons, Robert Engle and his wife, Gaye of Poulson, MT and Ronald Engle and wife, Barbara of Minnetrista, MN; brother, Charles and wife, Geri of Carmichael, CA; sister, Beulah Davis and husband, Keith of Wadena, MN, six grandchildren, including, Cyndi Carter and husband, Mike of Albuquerque, and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Ross Engle, brother, Kenneth and sister, Dorothy. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Monday, February 19, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Unity Church, 9800 Candelaria N.E. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E.
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Epperson -- Esther H. Epperson, born Esther Henrietta Rooker in Chicago, on July 30, 1902, and a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2001, following a brief illness as a result of a fall in her home. She had remained healthy and active up until the last days of her 98-year-long life. She spent the last two weeks of her life in Colorado Springs, CO, in the loving care of her daughter, Lois and her son, Jon and family. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. Esther was the sixth of 12 children born to Harry Lavelle and Josephine Wilhelmina (Ohman) Rooker. She was their last surviving child. On April 28, 1923, she married the Reverend Mitchell Stokes Epperson, newly ordained Presbyterian Minister from the McCormick Theological Seminary. They served four churches together, San Angelo, TX, 1923-30; Alva, OK, 1930-38; Ada, OK, 1938-1949; and Albuquerque, NM, coming to pastor the Northminster Presbyterian Church on Indian School Road in 1949. Her husband, Mitchell, died March 16, 1960, in Albuquerque. Esther was preceded in death by her son, Dean Alden on January 11, 1998 in Oslo, Norway. She is survived by three children, James Douglas of Dortmund, Germany, Lois Shetler of Vienna, Austria, and Jon O. of Larkspur, CO; and six grandchildren, Mario Epperson of Dortmund, Germany, Thomas M. Russell and Katherine Russell Babic of Albuquerque, Mark and Elaine of Colorado, and Norman D. Shetler of Vienna, Austria. Esther will be remembered as a dedicated Christian helpmate to her husband,"Epp" and a happy and loving mother and grandmother. Esther was a strong and determined woman who remained healthy, with a bone-breaking handshake, up to the last. Very much a sports fan, she liked the Dallas Cowboys and was a life-long Chicago Cubs fan. A memorial service will be conducted at First Presbyterian Church, Albuquerque, in June. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mitchell S. Epperson memorial scholarship fund at the University of the Ozarks, Clarksville, Arkansas 72830.
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Erker -- Janet Erker, born November 24, 1960, passed away February 15, 2001 in Upland CA. She is preceded in death by her father, Josef Erker. She is survived by her mother, Laura; sisters, Denise, Clara, Robin, and Irene; and by one brother, Roger; children, Patrick, Jill and Ashley. Janet passed away after a long illness. She was loved very much! You will be missed! We just regret we never learned to say"I love you" until it was time for you to die. Love, your family.
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Espinosa -- The family of Mr. Erenio Espinosa wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and sympathetic during their recent loss. Special thanks is extended to Fr. John Plans; and to those who sent flowers, cards, food and especially prayers. Your kindness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St., NW.
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Evans -- Jon E. Evans, 66, of Glendale, AZ, passed away February 14, 2001. Born in Chillocothe, OH June 26, 1934, and lived most of his life in New Mexico and Arizona. He served over 15 years in the U.S. Navy and Naval Reserves, was a district sales manager for Mountain Bell for 18 years and was a manager for the Circle K Corporation. Prior to his retirement, he served as the Director of Emergency Preparedness for the State of New Mexico. He is survived by his wife, Cecil; sisters Gypsy Twillman of Benttendorf, IA, and Sally Aguilar of Chicago, IL; brother, Tony Aguilar of Knoxville, TN; daughter, Robin Jones of Clovis, NM; sons, Jon and Steve, both of Glendale, AZ, Tom Montoya of Long Island, NY, and Stacy of Memphis, TN; as well as 15 grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 4701 Juan Tabo NE, in Albuquerque, NM, followed by burial at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM, at 1:30 p.m. He was loved by all that he touched and will be greatly missed. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque. 505-343-8008
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Fried -- Sadie Fried, 89, passed away Feburary, 15, 2001 in Omaha, NE. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Marshall and Norma, Omaha, NE, Arnold and Carol, San Jose, CA; grandchildren, Lisa, Dan, Lene, Adam and Joie Fried; sisters, Evylyn Novak, Omaha, NE, and Gloria Feintech, Chicago, IL; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Graveside Services will be held Sunday, Feb 18, 2001 3:00 p.m. at Golden Hills Cemetery, Omaha, NE. Jewish Funeral Home handling details. Memorials may be sent to Rose Blumkin Jewish Home 323 So. 132nd St. Omaha, NE 68154 or Temple Israel 7023 Cass St. Omaha, NE 68154.
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Gaines -- Alma Jean Gaines, 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1993, died on Monday, February 12, 2001. She is survived by her daughters, Janet Gaines Ward and Theresa J. Gaines, both of Albuquerque; sons, Gaylon L. Gaines and wife, Debbie and P. Curtis Gaines and wife, Mary Kay, all of Glendale, AZ; six grandchildren; a sister, Velma Hutcherson and husband, Allen of Emporia, Kansas and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Howard Gaines. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Gallegos -- Mrs. Clara Gallegos, 46, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 16, 2001, and is now in Heaven with our Lord and her mom and dad. Clara, is the beloved wife of 27 years to Paul Gallegos. She is also survived by her loving children, Brandie Gallegos, Cristie Gallegos, Carrie Gallegos and Paul Gallegos Jr. and wife, Jessica; three grandchildren, James Rivera, Ryan Maldonado and Isaiah Gallegos; two sisters, Lupe Raines and husband, Jack and Mary Jane Ramirez and husband, Val; three brothers, Pat Sanchez, Narciso Sanchez and wife, Tina of Silver City, NM and Gil Sanchez; her father and mother-in-law, Andres and Isabel Gallegos; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Clara was a member of the Catholic church. She was loved by all who knew her. She was known for her silly personality, but most of all her kind and loving heart."Mommie, you will be deeply missed by all of your children and especially by daddy." A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of The Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with visitaiton at the church after 6:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church with final visitation at the church after 8:30 a.m. Father Joel Garner, celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Angelo Gallegos, Tommy Gallegos, Gilbert Gallegos, Freddie Ramairez, John Raines and Marcos Gallegos. Honorary will be James Rivera, Isaiah Gallegos, Anthony Gallegos, Patrick Sanchez and Val Ramirez. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Garza -- The family of Angelo Joe Garza want 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, Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Chuch, celebrant of the mass, to 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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Gibson -- Mr. Jerry C. Gibson, 62, a resident of Peralta, NM passed away on February 15, 2001. Mr. Gibson is the beloved husband of thirty seven years to Mrs. Marcella Gibson. He is also survived by two sons, Donny Gibson and David Gibson; three daughters, Margaret Baldwin, Elaine Rudolph and huband, Marc, Lori Long and husband, Dustin; one sister, Oleita Roy and husband, Jon; one brother, Roger Gibson and wife, Rita; three grandchildren, Maria, Aaron and Levi; one aunt, Leita Tiller of Oklahoma City; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Gibson was a member of the Catholic Church, served in the U.S. Army and was retired from G.E. Aircraft Division in June of 1999. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 3:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 4:00 p.m. by Tony and Lucy Tafoya. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated monday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Peralta, NM with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Albert Gallegos, celebrant. Graveside committal service will be Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Tafoya, Ray Tafoya, Art Marquez, Peter Marquez, David Ball, David Ball Jr. and Ted Pierson."Dad, you were loved not just for what you did but for who we are because of you." Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Gromek -- Mark Gromek passed away December 23, 2000 in Glendale, CA. Mark was born in Albuquerque in 1962 and lived there most of his life until he went to USC. He is survived by his mother, Glenna; his brother, Charles; and his sister, Cheryl; as well as seven nieces and nephews. Mark was a loving and giving person. He loved people and had many friends. Mark was a very talented young man from five years of age until the day he died. We will miss you much. You brought joy and love to this world. I feel blessed to have been your mother. We all loved you. God bless you. There will be a memorial at St. John Cathedral on Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. Music and Services afternoon tea by St. James Tea Room. All who knew, loved and remember Mark are welcome. Cathedral Church of St. John, 318 Silver SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico. 247-1581.
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Harms -- Leon G. Harms passed away February 9, 2001 at 5:45 p.m. at home in Sacramento, CA. His daughter, Lise MacNinch of Durango, CO and loving companion, Barbara Parkin were with him to help him on his journey. He was born on April 9, 1923 in Hillsboro, KS to Leon H. and Pauline (Kaul) Harms. The family relocated to Albuquerque, NM in 1932. He graduated from Trinity University in Texas with a degree in Education. As a Reveue Officer with the IRS for 22 years, he became part of the original faculty of the National Training Center in Virginia. He married and divorced twice. In addition to his daughter, Lise, he leaves his other children, Leslie Lites of Truth or Consequences, Leon H. and Lawrence R. Harms of Santa Fe, NM, and Laura Kinker of Durango, CO; he also has six grandchildren, Daniel Wright, Alexis Trevino, Ariel and Rena Harms, Danielle and Kody Kinker; Leon's brother, Paul H. Harms and families live in Albuquerque; and his sister, Joan Dismuke, who preceded him in death by four days, lived in Sandia Park, NM and her children live in the area as well. Leon's interests were many and varied. He loved books, writing stories and traveling. Combining these, he pursued his family history and published three books. He belonged to East Bay Genealogy Society and Genealogy Society of Sacramento. He enjoyed all kinds of music from opera to Dixieland with musicals and concerts in between. He belonged to Alameda Jazz Society and for a time Sacramento Traditional jazz Society. Caring so much for the land and history he belonged to several environmental organizations. Leon requested no Services but his ashes will be interred in Mt. View Cemetery, Oakland, CA at a later date. His family and friends bid him a fond farewell. He was loved and will be missed!
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Hernandez -- Rosa Perez Hernandez, 94, a long time Albuquerque resident went home to the Lord on February 16, 2001. She is survived by her son, Joe Perez; daughters, Frances Cuellar and husband, Arturo, and Enedina De La Fuente; the grandchildren she raised, Roxanne Perez, Alfred Perez, and Delma Nunez, by her other grandchildren, Michelle Zaina, Mark Cuellar, Deidre Cuellar, Michael Cuellar, James De La Fuente, Denise De La Fuente and Dolores Carr; her great-grandchildren, Marisa, Joey, Kayla, Louis, Alex, Adam, Desi, Loren, Christian, and Olivia. She is also survived by her sister, Estefana Gallegos. Rosa P. Hernandez was a woman of strength, courage and perseverance. Her strong character and unique humor will be cherished and missed. Thank you, Rosa, for showing us all how to love and live life to the fullest. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday at Garcia Mortuary, in the Stover Chapel. Rosary will be recited Monday evening at 7:00 p.m., also at Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday at St. Therese Catholic Church, with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be James De La Fuente, Alfred Perez, Michael Cuellar, Mark Cuellar, Arturo Cuellar, and Tony Mares. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW. 243-5222.
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Herrera -- Tom G. Herrera passed away Friday, February 16, 2001. Memorial Services will be held at Holy Child Catholic Church, Tijeras, NM, on Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, (505) 891-8200.
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Howell -- Francis �F.A., 77, passed away February 13, 2001 in Los Chavez, NM. He was born in Mills, NM and was raised in Springer, NM. He served in the Army Air Corps as a Belly Gunner in WWII. He worked for the Santa Fe Railroad and was the owner of Southwest Mobil Home Repair. He is survived by his children, Mike Howell, Bobby Howell, Susan Howell-Davis, and step-son, Jim Lantz and wife Lu; grandchildren, Josh Howell-Davis, Molly Howell-Davis, Shawna Howell; sisters, Alta Hatton and Wilma Berlier and husband, Oscar; brother-in-laws, Wayne Hagemeier and Earl Tiley; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss his wit and especially his wonderful sense on humor. Services will be held at Albuquerque Bible Church, 320 Montano NW, on Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. with Ken Goode officiating. Burial is to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th NW Alb. NM 87107 343-8008.
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Huebner -- Tamara L. Huebner, 56, died on February 12, 2001 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born in Roundup, Montana. As a dedicated and gifted caregiver, Mrs. Huebner was an advocate for the elderly and truly concerned with the quality of their care. She is survived by a son, Jason B. Huebner of White Sulpher Springs, MT; an uncle, Jim Bartz & wife, Dixie of Winston, OR; and cousins, Dale and Jane Bagley of Melleville, CA and Jim and Claire Bagley of Meadow Vista, CA. Memorial Services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 19, 2001 in Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, with Pastor Roland McGregor of Asbury United Methodist Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE.
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Ingram -- Regina Ingram, 92, of Houston, TX, previously of Albuquerque, NM, died Friday, February 2, 2001. Regina was born in Osawatomie, KS, and was a retired auditor. She was a member of the Catholic Church her entire life. Regina was the daughter of the late James and Mary Brown. Regina is survived by her daughter, Joyce Staffel; and by three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service and Mass was held on Wednesday, February 7, 2001 in St. Albert Church in Houston, at 10:30 a.m. Future interment arrangements will be made through French Mortuary in Albuquerque.
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Inman -- John William Inman, born in Los Angeles, CA, November 17, 1942, died unexpectedly on February 13, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Cyrene; mother, Emma Schmid of Whittier, CA; sister, Karen Inman of Irvine, CA; sister, Wanda Marrero and husband, Gil of Santa Ana, CA; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Fred and Phyllis Luthy; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Cheryl and Frank Potenziani. He had many nieces and nephews. John was a loving father, husband, and friend. He was a graduate of UNM. He pursued many endeavors in his business career, the latest as CEO of Inman Irrigation, Inc., in which he was able to combine his love of golf, golf course construction and agronomy. Memorial Service to be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Johns Episcopal Church. Arrangements being handled by Fitzgerald & Sons Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contribution be made to the Banner Foundation, c/o Axness & Broderick, P.O. Box 7819 Albuquerque, NM 87194. Honorary Pallbearers, John Mondragon, Fay Runyan, Korry Tilbury, Raul Mendoza, Brian Bobeck and Mary Zahrn. Special thanks to Ray Zouhar and Dianah Rowland.
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Jory -- Louise "Weezie" (Naylor) Jory, 87, died peacefully February 8, 2001 at a Colorado Springs, Colorado Care Center. Born October 23, 1913 in Denver, to Percy and Freda (Kulp) Naylor. She married Edward Lewis Jory on October 10, 1935. The Jorys lived in Arizona and Idaho before coming to Albuquerque in 1951 where she was a homemaker and active at Albuquerque Country Club. She served as Western Regional Director for the Assistance League, and was active in many organizations. She was an avid skier of the Rockies, and loving friend to many."Weezie" may have been small in stature, but she was a giant in caring and kindness. Survivors include her husband Ed; two sons, James and wife, Marcia, and Robert"Hoot" and wife, Melissa; two brothers, Edward and wife, Frances, and Robert Naylor; seven grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Lt. Edward L. Jory, Jr., USMC. Services held in Colorado Springs were handled by Pikes Peak Funeral and Cremation Services. Memorial contributions may be made to Boys and Girls Club of the Pikes Peak Region, 1445 S. Chelton Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910.
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Krannawitter -- Pauline Roney Krannawitter, 93, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2001 at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born August 9, 1907 on a farm near St. Mary, KY, the daughter of Edward and Dola (Thomas) Roney. Pauline was a former Sister of Charity in Cincinnati before she married Col. Richard Krannawitter on Oct. 10, 1953. He passed away January 26, 1991. She is survived by her sisters, Sister Lucia Anne Roney, S.C., and Sister Marie Vincentia Roney, S.C., both of Albuquerque; and Sister Josephine Marie Roney, S.S.S., of Pueblo, CO; brothers, S. Thomas Roney and wife, Mary, of Burlington, VT; Brother Cyprian Luke, F.S.C (Charles), of Santa Fe; John I. Roney and wife, Josephine, of New Freedom, PA; Paul J. Roney, of Albuquerque; and Jesse R. Hagy and wife, Barbara, of Westbrooke, CT; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 19, 2001 in Palm Chapel, Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE., followed by a Rosary which will be recited by Brother C. Luke at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 20, 2001, at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW, with Father Joel Garner, O. Praem as celebrant. Interment will follow in the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Pauline's memory to Servants of the Paracletes, Jemez Springs, NM 87025; Brothers of the Good Shepherd, in Albuquerque; Holy Rosary Catholic Community in Albuquerque; or Immaculate Conception Church. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of her arrangements.
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Lease -- Troy Edwin Lease, 22, a resident of Albuquerque for most of his life, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2001. Troy was born March 11, 1978 the son of Timothy and Jacqueline Evans Lease in Denver, Colorado. He attended West Mesa High School and Manzano High School, he loved to jet ski, enjoyed all water sports, was an avid Denver Bronco fan, enjoyed 4X4 offroading, and collected sports cards. Troy was preceded in death by one uncle, Richard F. Lease in 1995. He is survived by his parents, Timothy and Jacqueline Lease of Albuquerque; paternal grandparents, Ed and Joline Lease of Albuquerque, and Norma Jean Lease of Albuquerque; maternal grandparents, Troy and June Evans of Valrico, FL; one brother, Randy Lease II and wife, Vicki; one sister, Jayme Lease; his favorite niece, Caitlin Lease, she was his favorite fan, of Albuquerque; uncle, Ed (Butch) Lease and family of Phoenix, AZ, uncle, Tom Lease and family of Albuquerque, aunt, Marsha Atchley and family of Gurley, AL, uncle, Steve Evans and family of Farmington, NM, uncle, M. Jerome Evans and family of Albuquerque, NM, aunt, Karen Evans of Valrico, FL. Visitation for Troy was held on Thursday, February 8, 2001 in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Service on Friday, February 9, 2001 at the Kachina Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, with Bishop Jeff Payne officiating. The Entombment was in the Floral Garden Mausoleum in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Randy Lease, Ed Lease, Steve Evans, Jerome Evans, Tom Lease, and Butch Lease. Memorials may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Association, 4004 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107. Troy will be missed very much by his family and his many friends. The family of Troy wishes to thank the Directors and staff of Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary for all their help in their time of need."They helped us through a difficult time". Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Maclennan -- Alexander (Les) McIntosh MacLennan, 81, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, died February 11, 2001 at Presbyterian Hospital. He is survived by his wife, of 51 years, Dale of Albuquerque; sons, Scott and wife, Maria of Sandia Park, NM and Mark and wife, Kendra of Wilsonville, OR; grandchildren, Ian and Michael of Wilsonville and Alexis and Maxwell of Sandia Park; brother, Jack and wife, Sue of Casper, WY; and sister, Margaret Nelson and husband, Kenneth of Cody, WY. He was preceded in death by parents, Kenneth and Maggie Garden MacLennan, Casper, WY. He was born March 20, 1919 in Lander, WY., graduated from Natrona Co. High School, Casper in 1936 and worked at the Ohio Oil Company until his enlistment in the Army Air Corp in March, 1942, where he served during World War II until March, 1946. He attended the University of Wyoming, and graduated from the Northern Illinois College of Optometry, Chicago, IL, in 1950. Dr. MacLennan practiced in Chicago, Sioux City, IA and Muscatine, IA for 31 years until his retirement and move to Florida in May, 1986. They lived in the St. Pete Beach area until they moved in 1997 to Sandia Park, NM to be close to their son, Scott and family because of his illness. The past three years he has resided at Laurel View Healthcare. He was a member of Pasadena Presbyterian Church, St. Petersburg, FL, former Deacon of First Presbyterian Church, Muscatine, IA, a lifetime member of the American Optometric Assn., Iowa Optometric Assn. and Mississippi Valley Optometric Society, a 32nd degree Mason and past Exalted Ruler of Elks Lodge #304, Muscatine, IA. He will be lovingly remembered for his love of God, kind spirit, his ready smile and wonderful sense of humor. Memorial Services will be held in the Chapel at Laurel View Healthcare, 5900 Forest Hills Dr. NE on Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. If friends wish, memorial contributions may be made to Alzeimers Disease Research, 15825 Shade Grove Rd., Suite 140, Rockville, MD., 20850 or Pasadena Presbyterian Church, 100 No. Pasadena Ave., St. Petersburg, FL., 33710. A Memorial Service will also be held April 2, 2001 at Pasadena Presbyterian Church at 1:30 p.m. when interment will take place.
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Mcghee -- Corrine Kay McGhee, 70, a two-year resident of Albuquerque and former long-time resident of Grants, NM, died Friday, February 16, 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl McClain of Albuquerque; sons, Bobby McGhee and wife, Lois of Austin, TX and Jeff McGhee and wife, Sheri of Rio Rancho; grandchildren, April Montoya and Staci McGhee, both of Austin, TX, Marcus Jaramillo of Albuquerque, Jennie McGhee and Aaron McGhee, both of Rio Rancho; great-grandchildren, Alysia Marrufo of Rio Rancho, Austin and Adam Montoya, both of Austin, TX; sisters, Louis Kay Hatch and Janice Freeman, both of Taylor, AZ and Doris Witt of Show Low, AZ. Mrs. McGhee was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby McGhee, Sr. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2001 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 216 Truman, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
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Patzer -- Adolph R."Pat" �Patzer passed away Friday, February 16, 2001 at Presbyterian Hospital after an extended illness. He was born on November 18, 1923, near Waupaca, Wisconsin. Pat was a member of Hoffmantown Church and was a resident of Rio Rancho for eight years. He retired from the United States Air Force Reserve in 1983 and from the University of Wisconsin�Stout in 1989. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Phyllis; and by all of his loving friends whom he considered his extended family. Services will be held Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary�Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd., NW with Rev. Ken Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. French Mortuary�Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd., NW, 3 blocks north of Paseo Del Norte.
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Peralta -- Corrine L. Peralta, 53, a gentle, kind, generous, and lovely lady peacefully passed away while surrounded by her family on Thursday, February 15, 2001. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Melcor and Leonela Lujan. Corrine is survived by her devoted husband of 31 years, Roberto of the family home in Jarales; two special daughters, Genevieve Sedillo and her husband, Tommy of Los Chavez; and Denise Campbell and her husband, Martin Jr, of Silver City, NM; two grandchildren, Sabrina Baca and Tommy Sedillo; four sisters, Anna Chavez and her husband, Manuel of Torreon, NM, Nellie Gutierrez and her husband, Manuel of Los Lunas, Theresa Lujan and her husband, Tony of Albuquerque, Maggie Lujan of Torreon; four brothers, Melcor and his wife, Fedelina of Albuquerque; Bill and his wife, Nancy of Torreon; Frank and his wife, Lupe of Peralta; and Albert and his wife, Jane of Los Lunas. She is also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews, and all of her loving friends whom she considered her extended family. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, 5:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with Interment in the Parish Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Phillip, and Chris Peralta, Ray Benavidez, Leo Chavez, Michael Lujan, and Floyd Gutierrez. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM.
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Perea -- Adelaida Perea went to our Lord on February 15, 2001. She was born on August 13, 1912 in Torreon, New Mexico and moved to Albuquerque in 1942. She spent many years volunteering her services at Sacred Heart Church. She also cooked meals for the Adrian Dominican Sisters who were assigned to Sacred Heart. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ambrosio Perea Sr. She is survived by her sons and daughters, Ambrosio Jr. and Helen Perea, Lupe and Peter Frenzel, Larry and Dorella Perea, Stella Perea and Teri Breschini, Richard and Patricia Perea; she is also survived by 11 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is her sister, Celedonia Gomez and numerous loving nephews, nieces and cousins. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Perea will be held on Monday from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Rosary will be recited at Sacred Heart Church on Monday at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. with burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Brothers of the Good Shepherd. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Perea -- Mrs. Charlotte S. Perea died Thursday in Albuquerque at the age of 78. Mrs. Perea is survived by her son Nestor L. Perea and wife, Laura; sister, Delfina Chavez of California; grandchildren, Carlotta Perea and husband, Eric Swib, Linda Perea and Philip M. Perea; great-grandchildren, Robert, Sarah, Harold and Jauquline. Funeral Services for Mrs. Perea will be held on Tuesday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be Paul (Bud) Leonard, Al Martinez, Philip M. Perea, David Carriere, Scott Pawlak, Don Ritz, Frank Franieca, and Orie Chavez. A Rosary for Mrs. Perea will be recited on Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Petty -- Josephine M. "Jo" Petty devoted mother, grandmother and friend to all she knew went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 13, 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Marcia Petty of San Francisco, Ca.; sons, Michael Brannen and Phillip Petty both of Albuquerque, NM; and grandchildren, Jessica and Cameron Petty; siblings, Margaret Valdez of Fairview, NM, Pat Cleavinger and husband, Herb, Mary Ladner and husband, Bob, Joe L. Martinez and wife, Candy, Fran Bonnet and husband, Frank all of Albuquerque, NM, and Isaac Martinez and wife, Mary of Stanton, CA, and many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, A.D. Petty, mother and father, Laura and Felipe Martinez, brothers, Felipe and John Martinez, and sister, Dolores M. Garcia. A Rosary will be heard on Monday, February 19, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday morning February 20, 2001 at 10:00 a.m., also at Risen Savior. The family would like to thank all those who have been so understanding and supportive; your kindness will be remembered always. Cremation services provided by Sunrise Society.
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Rice -- The family of Virginia "Becky" Rice would like to thank everyone for their generosity, support and kindness during this difficult time. The Rice and Montoya family.
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Rodriguez -- The family of Mr. Alfred Rodriguez, wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends for their kind thoughtfulness during their recent loss. Special thanks is extended to Fr. Gallei of San Ysidro Catholic Church in Corrales; and to those who sent flowers, cards, food and especially prayers. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St.,NW.
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Romero -- In Loving Memory of Lawrence "Lou" Romero/Romelli September 20, 1959 - February 18, 2000 One year ago today you lost your life to cancer. Not a day goes by that you are not in our thoughts. We miss your sweet smile and your kind and gentle ways. You were such an inspiration to all who knew you. Everytime we see a cyclist we think of you. What comforts us is knowing you are with the Lord and not suffering anymore. May your soul be in peace and harmony. We miss you dearly. Your Loving Family
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Sandoval -- The family of Mrs. Ramona M. Sandoval, wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Special thanks is extended to Fr. Don of San Ysidro Catholic Church in San Ysidro for the beautiful Mass celebrated; to Deacon Manuel Montoya for reciting the Rosary; and to those of you who sent flowers, cards, food and especially prayers. Your kindness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St., NW.
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Wicke -- Lester O. Wicke, age 90, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2001. He was born January 12, 1911 in Monroe, WI, the son of Lars and Lena Wicke. A long time resident of Albuquerque, he was retired from Sandia Corporation, and was a member of St. Timothy Lutheran Church and the Elks Club. He is survived by Hazel C. Wicke, his wife of 23 years; his children, Larry Wicke of Rohnert Park, CA, Marsha Kelley and husband, Bob, of Newark, CA, and Robert Warten Weiler and family of Monroe, WI; as well as Hazel's children, Donald Hartwick and family of Cleveland, OH, Ellen Harrison of Albuquerque, and David Hartwick of Albuquerque; also surviving is his sister, Agnes Taylor of Takoma Park, MD; and many grandchildren, relatives and friends. Private Services have been held. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mr. Wicke. 891-8200.
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Wofford -- Letta Wofford, one of Santa Fe's "living treasures," quietly passed from this life on Friday, February 9, 2001, in her home, attended by her loving family and friends. She was 94. Letta was born June 18, 1906, in her grandfather's house in Bloomington, Ill., and moved to New York when she was 12. She attended Miss Hall's School in Massachusetts and completed her education at Ethical Culture College in Illinois, where she earned a teaching certificate. In 1929, Letta visited Tex Austin's Dude Ranch in Pecos (later purchased by actress Greer Garson). She fell in love with the area and, on the chance of becoming a substitute courier with the Fred Harvey Co., moved to New Mexico in 1931. Letta married rancher Jim Gorbet in 1933. The couple owned a small ranch near Lamy. After Jim died in 1940, Letta moved to Santa Fe and married Keith Wofford, her husband of 59 years. Over the next five decades, Letta built a thriving real estate business and developed lasting relationships with many of her clients. Letta cultivated a lifelong appreciation for the arts. She was always open to new ideas and innovations and helped and encouraged many artists, especially Native Americans and Hispanics. She was an avid art collector and dealer with a keen eye for beauty and talent. In 1994, Letta and Keith were named"Living Treasures" in recognition of their valuable and diverse contributions to the community. Letta belonged to numerous organizations including Southwest Association of Indian Arts, Friends of the Wheelwright Museum, Old Santa Fe Association, CowBelles and a variety of animal protection groups. Letta is survived by her husband, Keith, and their four children, Don Wofford and wife, Floy of California and their children, Sam, Sharon, Debbie, Donna and David; Barbara W. Douglas and husband, Bill of Albuquerque and their children, Dianna Douglas and fiance, Tim Gallardo, Angela Jaramillo and husband, Jose, and stepson, Brian Berry and wife, Kelly; Jim G. Wofford and wife, Georgia of Santa Fe and their children, Laura Wofford and Jon Wofford Carlton; Sally Kellstedt Freenall and husband, Alan of Santa Fe; seven great-grandchildren, including five in Albuquerque, Maia and Bryce Wynn, Kalynn Jaramillo, and David and Meredith Berry; and her beloved nephew, Derek Anderson and wife, Pat of California and their children, Cammie, Derek Jr. and Matt. The family wishes to thank Letta's caregivers, hospice staff and doctors who provided such wonderful care these past few months. A celebration of Letta's life is scheduled for Sunday, February 25, 2001, from 10:00 a.m. until noon, in the ballroom of La Fonda hotel in Santa Fe. A private graveside ceremony will be held at a later date in the National Cemetery. Friends wishing to make donations in Letta's name may send them to the Wheelwright Museum, P.O. Box 5153, Santa Fe, NM 87502; or Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society, 1920 Cerrillos Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87505; or to a charity of their choice.
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Wood -- Martha E. Wood June 22, 1911 - February 7, 2001. Martha is survived by her daughter, Carletta Moorhead and husband, Lamar of Mountainair, NM; her niece, Earlene Barnes of San Jacinto, CA, whom she raised; brothers, Vincent Crisp of Clayton, NM, Norman Crisp of Amarillo, TX; twin sisters, Lorrenne Rigsby of Austin, TX and Lorreta West of Littleton, CO; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Her husband, Carl J. Wood preceded her in death on November 5, 1988. Carl was employed by the J.W. Jones Construction Company for over 25 years. Also preceding Martha in death were two sisters, Leona Spore and Rosebud Bonjour and four brothers, Eugene, Kenneth, Abe and Wayne. Martha was the daughter of the late Ira Nain and Minnie A. Crisp, early Union County homesteaders. The Crisp family homesteaded in the Thomas Community a few years before statehood. Martha's mother returned to her parent's home in Oklahoma for Martha's birth. She was a longtime employee of J.C. Penny Department Store in Downtown Albuquerque during the 1950's. Later, Martha sold Avon products for many years. Having lived in Albuquerque since the late 1940s, she moved to Mountainair in 1995. She died at Lovelace Hospital in Albuquerque on February 7, 2001. Funeral Services were held at the First Baptist Church in Mountainair on Monday, February 12, 2001. Interment at Kayser East View Cemetery, Mountainair, next to her husband, Carl. Memorials may be sent to First Baptist Church, Mountainair, NM 87036.
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Zamora -- Monica E. Zamora, 17, went home to the Lord on February 15, 2001. Monica was born in Albuquerque on July 9, 1983. She is survived by her mother, Susie Muniz; stepfather, Larry L. Maez; father, Michael Zamora; grandparents, Ted and Alice Muniz, Sadie Maez, and Mary Lou and Rupert Zamora; her great grandparents, Lupita Muniz and Agapita Tafoya. She is also survived by her brothers, Larry D. Maez and Robert Muniz; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. She will be deeply missed by her loving family. Visitation will be held Monday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the 8th Street Chapel at Garcia Mortuary, with at Rosary to be held at 7:00 p.m. this evening. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated Tuesday Morning at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Ivan Archuleta, Robert Ortega, Cecil Muniz, Joe Garcia, Lawrence Lucero, and Marcial Ortega. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW. 243-5222.
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Zink -- Billy Jan Zink. We mourn the loss of our son and brother, Billy Jan Zink. Born August 2, 1953 in Oswego, Kansas Died February 17, 2000 in Albuquerque, NM. Charlie and Gussie Anderson (parents); Jabe, (brother) and Elizabeth Zink; Jordan (brother) and Sherry Zink; special friends, Doris, Steve and Paul.
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