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Barnhart -- William R. Barnhart (Bill), returned to the Lord, Sunday, February 25, 2001. He was born in Santa Fe, NM on June 10, 1940 to the late Ernest Charles & Hazel (Galbraith) Barnhart. Bill is the beloved husband of Corie W. Barnhart. He is also survived by five children, Debbie Byram, Carey Witten, Jennifer Kneip and husband, Clint, Jennifer Suzanne Hawkins and husband, Joel and Bill Norman, III; and eight grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. Memorial Services will be held, Friday, March 2, 2001 at 3:30 p.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW with Pastor Bob Brown and Pastor Bill Reid officiating.
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Bird -- Georgia Hartman Bird, 101, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died on Tuesday, February 27, 2001. Services are pending and will be announced. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Butler -- Benjamin Butler Baker Jr., 74, of Raton, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2001 at the University Hospital in Albuquerque. He was born January 29, 1927 in Sugarite, NM to Benjamin Sr. and Jennie Shoemaker Baker. Ben was a veteran of WWII serving in the United States Navy, a member of the St. Patrick-St. Joseph Catholic Church in Raton and a member of the BPOE Elks Lodge #865 in Raton. Ben Jr. is preceded in death by his parents, Ben Sr. and Jennie Baker. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Baker of the home; four daughters, Deborah and husband, Ronald Chavez of Raton, Diana Baker and Jerry King of Denver, CO, Tammy and husband, Bruce Helart of Louisville, CO, and Pamela and husband, Tom Daugherty of Silverthorne, CO; two brothers, Mickey and wife, JoMadeline Baker and Buddy and wife, Vivian Baker both of Raton; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel at Yaksich-Long Funeral Home. Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at the St. Patrick-St. Joseph Catholic Church recited by Frank Cimino. Solemn Mass of the Resurrection will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 28, at the St. Patrick-St. Joseph Catholic Church in Raton with Father, James L. Vance as the Celebrant. Arrangements for Benjamin Baker Jr. are under the direction of Yaksich-Long Funeral Home.
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C DeBaca -- Robert B. C De Baca (Joker), of San Jose, died Sunday in Albuquerque at the age of 34. Robert was a hard working and devoted employee at Sparkle Maintenance. Robert was a devoted and loving father, son and brother. With each rising and setting of the sun, Robert will be missed by everyone. Our love for him will now and forever live on. Robert is survived by his mother, Lorraine C De Baca; fiancé, Vanessa Jaramillo; daughters, Jessica C De Baca, Alexis C De Baca and Sabrina C De Baca; sisters, Roberta Chavez and spouse, Junior Torrez, and Barbara Atwood and husband, Manuel; several nieces and nephews; and a very close and devoted friend, Eugene Johnson. Funeral Services for Robert will be held on Friday at Holy Family Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Manuel Atwood, Junior Torrez, Tony Mike Rubio, Derrick Marrufo, Joseph Rodarte and Samuel Jaramillo. Visitation for Robert will be held in the mortuary chapel on Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A Rosary for Robert will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Gabaldon -- James G. Gabaldon Jr., 26, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 24, 2001. James is the beloved husband of one year to Claudine Gabaldon. He is also survived by his daughters, Jazmine and Samantha; his loving parents, James and Anna Gabaldon; two brothers, Jude Gabaldon and Kyle Hughes; grandparents, Eduardo and Martha Gabaldon and Eloy and Rose Lopez; in-laws, Porfirio Montoya and Delfina Escarscega and husband Bienvienido; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by a sister, Natalie Jaramillo and a friend, Rudy Gutierrez. James, was a member of Victory Love Fellowship Church, he loved spending time with his wife and children. James will be missed by all who loved him. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 8:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with visitation after 7:30 p.m. Evelyn Lujan, reciting. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Victory Love Fellowship Church, 7201 Central NW with final visitation at the church after 9:30 a.m. Pastor Jack Connor, officiating. Interment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jermaine Patterson, Jude Gabaldon, Henry Lopez, Porfirio Montoya, Eli Legaretta and Anthony Villanueva. Honorary will be, Larry Francia, Polidor Lucero and Eduardo Gabaldon. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Garner -- Amon Jackson Garner, Jr. �A.J.�, 83, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, February 25, 2001. He is survived by his son, Jack Garner and wife, Lynn Johnson of Golden, CO; daughter, Betty Garner of Ada, OK; granddaughter, Sara Schlundt and husband, Joe of Houston, TX; grandson, Travis Garner of Ft. Collins, CO; and sister, Merle Smith of Conroe, TX. Mr. Garner was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes, in July 2000, son, Edward Byrch, and brother, Lee S. Garner. A.J. was born in Brownfield, TX on July 17, 1917 to Amon J. Garner Sr. and Annie Laura Telford Garner. He spent his early years on ranches in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado. A.J. graduated from Cimarron High School in Cimarron, New Mexico, and New Mexico State University. He attended Utah State University in Logan, UT, until joining the Army Air Corps during World War II. In 1944, he married Agnes Jackson of Cimarron, NM and they moved to Riverton, WY in 1947 on the G.I. Homestead Bill. A.J. taught vocational agriculture with the county extension service there. In 1954, A.J. and Agnes moved back to New Mexico, settling in Santa Fe. A.J. worked for New Mexico Game and Fish and was Assistant Director of the agency under Homer C. Pickens. In the 1960�s, A.J. started working for the US Forest Service on the Santa Fe National Forest at Pecos and in 1964, he was transferred to the Carson National Forest at Tres Piedras. In 1975, he took a USAID position in Nakuru, Kenya, working with the Masai tribe. The Garners returned to New Mexico and lived in Silver City where A.J. was on the staff of the Gila National Forest. He retired from the Forest Service in 1980. During his career with the Forest Service, he was active in the Society for Range Management. A.J. and Agnes moved to Albuquerque in the late 80�s where they continued to enjoy traveling. They spent their winters in Albuquerque and their summers in the Brazos. Services will be held Friday, March 2, 2001, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Schlundt, Joe Jackson, Travis Garner, Ken Bishop, Chuck Williams, and Byrch Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Smith, Jim Harrelson, Gene Williams, and Monroe Telford. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, March 1, 2001, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Henderson -- Juanell "Grandma" Henderson, 62, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, February 25, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Henderson of Albuquerque; sons, Michael Henderson of California, Paul Ward and wife, Patricia and John Ward, all of Albuquerque; daughters, Sue Yvonne Fowler and husband, Dave of Virginia, Kelly Blevin and husband, Mern of California and Shirley Zirwas and husband, Jeff of Albuquerque; 15 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Mrs. Henderson was known as a person with a heart of gold. Grandma loved all, and all she wanted was love in return.� Cremation has taken place and private family services will be held. The family requests that flowers be sent to 8812 Avenales NE. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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Higgins -- Mary Faye Higgins, 87, a 58-year resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, February 26, 2001. She is survived by her daughters, Judy Boetger and husband, Royce of Albuquerque, and Diane Underwood and husband, Joel of Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Leah Boetger, Lisa Jaeger and husband, Pete, all of Albuquerque, Jennifer Schultz and husband, Keith of Castlerock, CO, Erin Moulton, Danny Underwood, and Jodi Underwood, all of Aurora, CO; great-grandchildren, Mikayla Moulton of Aurora, CO and Kaitlyn Schultz of Castlerock, CO; sister, Lucille Gerdom of Chandler, AZ; daughter-in-law, Kay Higgins of Rio Rancho, NM. Mrs. Higgins was preceded in death by her husband, Danny Higgins and a son, John Higgins. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. Rosary will be recited at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 1, 2001 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave, NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE
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Hodges -- Paul Edward Hodges, 70 of Albuquerque, N.M. passed away at his home on February 23, 2001 at 5:45 a.m. Paul was born in Shawnee, OK. He grew up on the family farm in Belen, N.M. He served in the U.S. Air Force in Korea and spent the next 50 years in the floor covering business in Farmington and Albuquerque. Paul and his loving wife, Jeanette were married for 47 years. They have two sons, Tom Hodges and family and Scott Hodges and family. Paul was a great story teller, he was also known to many by a special nickname "Oink", but most of all he was a special husband, father and grandfather. He was loved and respected by many. Paul is also survived by his brother, Richard and wife, Doris and family of Farmington; and in-laws, Joyce Hodges and family of Belen, Twila Hodges and family of Apache, OK, Christine Hodges and family of Albuquerque, Jim and Yvette Marshall of Albuquerque, Charlie and Karen Marshall of Sandy Valley, NV and dozens of nieces and nephews and dear friends and neighbors. Paul was preceded in death by his father, Charles, his mother, Manilla and sister, Ona Mae; also three brothers, Charles, Vernon and Harold. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society of New Mexico. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Hills Baptist Church, 3100 Morris NE (between Candelaria and Comanche), Reverend Tom Huffman officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Casa Angelica (Home of Angels), 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
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Holloway -- Mary Katherine "Kay" Holloway, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1941, died Monday, February 26, 2001. She is survived by her husband, E.W.�Fred� Holloway of Albuquerque; sons, Ross Pruitt and wife, Deanna of Tucson, AZ and Randy Pruitt of Duncan, OK; daughters, Pamela Feigley and husband, Robert and Sandra George and husband, Bob; stepdaughter, Helen Hinton and husband, Gary, all of Albuquerque; stepson, Robert Holloway of Southern, IL; 11 grandchildren,Tammy, Tracy, Kevin, Trudy, Jeff, Jarrett, Chad, Shiloh,Rachel, Angela and Duane; and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers; and two sisters. She was one of the telephone pioneers and a member of the First United Methodist Church. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Thursday, 3:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Dr. Terry Anderson officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery.Contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SW, 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Johnson -- Johnny Johnson, 64, was called home to be with the Lord Friday, February 23, 2001. Funeral Services will be conducted this morning at 10:00 a.m. at The Word of God Church in Cononcito, NM, with Evangelist Berna Francisco officiating. Interment will follow at the Cononcito Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St. NW.
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Kirsling -- Rick Kirsling, 77, passed away February 25, 2001. He was born in Wisconsin, served in the US Air Force in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam as a Combat Photographer, and retired in 1967. Rick moved to Albuquerque in 1958 and worked for channel 7 as film editor from 1978 to 1989. He was a member of Albuquerque Men's Bowling Association and founding member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Rick is survived by his wife of 52 years Mary Kirsling; Children Kathleen Kirsling, Colleen Burns and husband, Lou all of Albuquerque, Michael Kirsling and wife, Lynn of Bloomfield Co., and Rick J. Kirsling of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Mike and Chris Montoya, Reilly and Preston Mein, Windie Samuel, Shaun Burns, and Richard M. Kirsling; great-grandchildren, Ashley Thompson and Alexander Montoya; brothers, Carl Kirsling, David Kirsling, and Jerome Kirsling; sister, Mary Ann Kirsling and other extended family members. A private Rosary was be held and services will be held at St. Bernadette Catholic Church 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. at 9:00am on Thursday, March 1, 2001. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rick J. Kirsling, Mike and Chris Montoya, Lou, Shaun, and Samuel Burns. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in memory of Richard Kirsling to UNM Cancer Research Center 900 Camino de Salud NE. Albuquerque, NM. 87131 Attn; Development office � Rosalee � 272-2114. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Lavalley -- Elizabeth "Betty" LaValley, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, died Saturday February 24, 2001. She is survived by her loving husband, Harold "Pete" LaValley of the family home; sons, Terry C. LaValley and wife, Nancy of Phoenix; Peter J. LaValley and wife, Susan of Phoenix; daughters, Cheryl E. Carabello and husband, Chuck of Ekron, KY; Vicki A. Coburn and husband, Critt, Sr. of Las Cruces; Barbara J. Vollmers of Englewood, CO; Cynthia L. Mize and husband, Jack of Albuquerque; Bonnie G. Bartlett and husband Dave of Greeley, CO; and her 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. LaValley was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. In 1984, she retired from Mountain Bell. Betty was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 49. Services will be held on Wednesday, February 28, 2001, 1:00 p.m. at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, Troy Tudor officiating. Pallbearers will be Jack Mize, Critt Coburn, Sr., Larry LaValley, Steven LaValley, Dave Bartlett, and Ray McGranahan. Chuck Carabello will serve as Honorary Pallbearer. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Leder -- Muriel C. Leder, 81, resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 24, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Edward J. Leder of Albuquerque, NM; son, John E. Leder and wife, Anne of Seattle, WA; daughter, Kris A Leder of Norman, OK; two grandchildren, David Leder and Beth Miller and husband, Zeke. Muriel was born on July 8, 1919 in Syracuse, NY and moved to Albuquerque in 1949. She was a member of Chapparral and Cuatros Estados Chapters of FMCA. Muriel loved to travel in the family motor home; she was a gourmet cook and baker and also enjoyed sewing and crafts. Services will be held on Thursday, March 1, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Lingo -- Lt. Col. Edward F.Lingo (Ed) died February 23 just 10 days before his 89th birthday at the VA Medical Center. Ed was a Bataan Death March survivor and a Japanese prisoner of war during World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace Campbell Lingo, his daughter, Grace Marie Lingo Seamans, and his sister, Clara Intemann. He is survived by nephew and niece, John and Connie on his wife's side and Fran, Cathy, and Ed on his sister's side. He is also survived by many grandnieces and grandnephews. He is also survived by his beloved friend of many years, Pat Magee. He moved to Albuquerque with his family in 1922 and has lived here ever since except for his army service. He was a man of honor who has shown great courage and dignity through the many difficult times he has faced in his life. All those whom he has touched will miss him. A Funeral Mass will be offered Thursday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church and a burial at the Veteran Memorial Cemetery in Santa Fe will follow at 2:30 p.m. Ed had many charities to which he donated so in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Bataan Memorial Military Museum, 1050 Pecos Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87501; the St. Joseph's Foundation,PO Box 25555 Albuquerque, NM 87105 or any other charity of your choice. A Visitation will be held on February 28 from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary following at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. N.E.
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Martinez -- Mrs. Margaret G. Martinez, 84, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 26, 2001. Mrs. Martinez is survived by one son, Trinidad Martinez and wife, Gloria; three daughters, Peggy Gurule and husband, Paul, Annie Espinosa and husband, Frank, Priscilla Padilla and husband, Lawrence; one brother, Mike Gutierrez; two sisters, Josephine Lucero and Ida Chavez; 18 grandchildren; 30 great- grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Martinez was a member of the Catholic Church and the San Ignacio Choir for 35 years. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with visitation after 6:30 p.m. Deacon Merced Villa Rael, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter NE with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Deacon Merced Via Rael, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andrew Gurule, Everett Sanchez, Gabriel Espinosa, Michael Espinosa, Frank Espinosa and Randy Mc Comas; Honorary will be, Gary Davis.Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Montoya -- In Loving Memory of Jose Felipe (Lipe) Montoya My precious husbandHappy birthday my love. The memories of him will last a lifetime and the frequent dreams of him are a source of comfort to me, but the pain and loss I feel are too deep. My only assurance is that some day I will see him again in heaven for nothing will separate us for all eternity. With all my love forever,Your wife, Eva Bobbie Montoya
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Mora -- Mr. Ernest Mora Jr. went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 26, 2001. Funeral Services are pending and will be announced by Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
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Nunn -- Earl Nunn, 86, a prominent New Mexico public schools educator, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2001. He was preceded in death by Cora Lea, his beloved wife of 63 years. Mr. Nunn was born February 7, 1915 in Gainesville, TX to John Ruby and Elizabeth Nunn. The family moved to Union County in northeastern New Mexico in 1917, where he was reared on a dry land farm with four older brothers, all of whom preceded him in death. Earl began his career in education at the age of 18 in a two-room school in the little village of Mansker, NM. Teaching in the winter and attending college in the summer, he received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees at New Mexico Highlands University and was awarded an honorary doctorate from New Mexico State University. He served as superintendent of schools in Folsom, Des Moines, Springer, Alamogordo and Las Cruces before retiring and becoming the first executive secretary of the New Mexico School Administrators� Administration. He was instrumental in the creation of the New Mexico education retirement system and advised governors and legislators on educational matters, including the state-wide implementation of the public school transportation system, the lunchroom program and free textbooks. After his retirement, he was actively involved with AARP and the Agency on Aging, serving on advisory boards with both organizations. During World War II, he was one of the 90-day wonders commissioned as a lieutenant j.g., in the US Navy. He was awarded the Silver Star for his actions aboard the destroyer, the USS Mahan, sunk in Leyte Gulf in the Pacific Theater. He was a member of the Del Norte Baptist Church and the Gate City Lodge #11, A.F. & A.M. Mr. Nunn is survived by his daughter, Patsy Carmichael of Albuquerque and her children, Carlton and wife, Tiffani of Edgewood, Kevin and wife, Diane of Atlanta, GA and Kathy of Plantation, FL; his son, Robert of Albuquerque and his daughter-in-law and friend, Kathleen Nunn and their children, Reid and wife, Gretchen, Michelle and Tyler, all of Albuquerque; and four great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Private interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association NM Chapter, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Ortega -- Robert O. Ortega, 57, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1985, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2001. Robert was born November 29, 1943 the son of William B. and Rallitos Lopez Ortega in Chamisal, New Mexico. Robert came to Rio Rancho from Espanola, New Mexico. He had been a Residential Construction Contractor before his death. He was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish and the Albuquerque Astronomical Society. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and seven brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Ruby, of the family home; four children, Bridget N. Collins and husband, Jim of Albuquerque, Brenda Kenderdine and husband, Pual of Algodones, Robert O. Ortega, Jr. and wife, Yolanda of Rio Rancho, and Mary A. Ortega of Rio Rancho. Robert was the youngest of 15 children, and he is survived by his brothers, Tom, Tony, and Joe Ortega; and sisters, Kate Lovato, Eliza Sanchez, Jane Pacheco and Josie Causey; further survivors include eleven grandchildren, Jacob, Jonathan, Christopher and Chenaie Collins, Adam, Nathan, Joshua and Anna Kenderdine, Natasha, Zachary and Nicholas Ortega. The Visitation will be Thursday, March 1, 2001 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 2, 2001 at 10:30 AM at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with The Rev. Msgr. Douglas Raun as the Celebrant. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Pate -- John D. Pate, 85, of Fort Collins, CO, died Saturday, February 24, 2001 in a Fort Collins nursing home. A Private Family Service will be held. Mr. Pate was born December 11, 1915, in Nathan, AK, to Ben D. and Ada Pate. He graduated from Central High School in Washington D. C. and from I.B.M. School in San Antonio, TX. He married Aileen Millikin on October 10, 1940. Mr. Pate served for over three years in World War II as a military customer engineer at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX. After World War II, he was a manager of computer operations at Kirtland-Sandia Base in Albuquerque, NM where he retired in 1972 after 28 years of service. After retirement, he and his wife, enjoyed traveling, bridge, fishing and golf. They moved to Fort Collins in 1979. He is survived by his wife, Aileen; his sister, VeEstelle Wilson of San Diego; and two daughters and their spouses, Dick and Cindy Ahrenkiel of Lakewood and Charles and Jennifer Carpenter of Fort Collins. He is also survived by three grandsons, Peter and Tom Martin, and Andrew Carpenter.
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Plant -- Jack D. Plant February 26, 2001The family of Jack D. Plant would like to thank everyone for the cards, flowers, food, thoughts and prayers during our time of sorrow. Nita, Sue, and David Plant
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Poff -- Pina Mae (Hamilton) Poff, 87, a resident of New Mexico since 1950, died Friday, February 23, 2001. She lived in various homes with her family in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Los Lunas and Bosque Farms during the last half century. Poff is survived by her daughters, Cathy B. Smith and her husband, Harold Jr., of Albuquerque, Vicky L. Frazee and her husband, David of Edgewood, and Susan K. Strasser and her husband, Mark of Albuquerque. She also is survived by her sister, Louise Baley of Royce City, Texas. Several grandchildren survive her. Judy Long and her husband, Maynard, live in Colorado, residing in Texas are Donnie Kitchens and his wife, Lisa, Lorrie Sawyer and her husband, Junior, and Becky Johnson and her husband, Rodney. Others are Jimmy Kitchens of Louisiana and Mike Kitchens of Florida. Grandchildren in Albuquerque include H. Gordon Smith III, and his wife, Stephanie, Seth DeMar, Leah Phillips and her husband, Hubert, Kay Snyder and her husband, Johann and Elizabeth Smith. Poff also is survived by 15 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Poff was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Doyle T. Poff, and her parents, Robert L. and Sarah E. Hamilton. Additionally, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Wallace Winifred, Harold and Leo Hamilton, and her sister, Lorene Jones, as well as her daughter, Joan G. McBee, and her grandson, Jonnie Crawford. Poff was born August 17, 1913 in Whitewright, Texas. She married Doyle in 1950 in Clovis and they, shortly thereafter, moved to Albuquerque. She was a retired seamstress. Poff passed away at the home of her daughter in Albuquerque after a long illness. She was a member of Eastern Hills Baptist Church in Albuquerque and was a former member of Grace Temple Assembly of God in Rio Rancho. In a letter to her survivors just prior to her death, Poff wrote: "I love all my children and grandchildren so much. I have just lived for my children and grandchildren and Doyle. Someday, I will see you all in Heaven. Live for Jesus and meet me there." Services during which her ashes will be laid to rest near her husband, will be held at Vista Verde Cemetery in Rio Rancho on Thursday, March 1, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Larry Miller, officiating. In lieu of flowers, should friends or relatives desire, memorial contributions may be made to Eastern Hills Baptist Church, 3100 Morris St., NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 or to Grace Temple Assembly of God, 2900 Southern Blvd., SE, Rio Rancho, 87124. Services under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, phone: 891-9192
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Rodriguez -- Eufemia "Weda" Rodriguez, a life long resident of Albuquerque passed away after a long illness on February 26, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Gabriel Suarte; and by her five children, Christopher Rodriguez and wife, Candy, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Jamie Rodriguez, Isabel Rodriguez, and Gabriel Rodriguez; and 13 grandchildren; nine sisters and two brothers, Julio Chavez, Socorro Archuleta, Adelina Padilla, Trinnie and husband, Salamon Sedillo, Ray Gonzales, Gloria Quintana, Martha and Husband, Hoe Trujillo, Jessie Rodriquez, Twin sister, Dolores Rodriquez, Isabel and husband, Pat Gomez, Ramona and husband, Albert Anaya; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by mother, Regina Gonzales, father, Marcos Rodriquez and brother, Mike Gonzales. Funeral Services will be handled through Salazar and Sons Mortuary and Services are pending.
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Saavedra -- Estevan Saavedra, 78, of Socorro, NM, died Sunday, February 25, at a nursing home in Albuquerque from complications of a stroke. He was born in Tokay, NM to Jose Ignacio Saavedra and Nepomucena Gabaldon. Mr. Saavedra was preceded in death by his brother, Antonio and his brother-in-law, Fabian Romero. He is survived by his brothers, Jose I. Saavedra, Louis Saavedra and wife, Gail; sisters, Vidal Romero, Telesfora Rios and husband, Feliciano, and Frances LaBella and husband, Joseph; sister-in-law, Virginia Tafoya Saavedra; his much loved nieces and nephews and their families, Ralph Saavedra and wife, Rachel, Stephen , Gabriel; Laura Saavedra and husband, David Buckley, Aidan, Elena; Barbara Saavedra and fiancée, Michael Risher; Patricia Romero Iley; Lilly Romero Evitt and husband, James, Michael, Angela; Moises Romero and wife, Diana, Shanna, Joseph; Jeanne Romero Gacanich and husband, Larry, Mileva, Mirjana, Dushan; Rose Anna Romero Jones, Candace, DaVonna, Marea, Dana; Fabian Romero Jr.; Don Saavedra, Evan, Eric, Ian; Donna Saavedra; Mark Saavedra and wife, Tracy; Renee Saavedra; Michael Saavedra and wife, Grace, Jacob; and Vincent Saavedra. Mr. Saavedra retired from a career in law enforcement, including service as Chief of Police in Socorro, NM in the 1970�s. He was a veteran of World War II, serving as a combat medic in Okinawa. He was among the men subsequently deployed to Korea in anticipation of the invasion of Japan. He worked construction in the Albuquerque area after the war, being among the men who helped build the Coyote Atomic Weapons Repository in the Manzano Mountains. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans, and was frequently helped by the Socorro Chapter. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at San Miguel Church in Socorro, 403 El Camino Real, with Father Bill Sanchez reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 11:00 a.m., at San Miguel Church in Socorro. Interment of cremains will follow at the Lemitar Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Fabian Romero Jr., James Evitt, Larry Gacanich, Moises Romero, Joseph LaBella, Lonnie Zamora, and Jack Ulibarri. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Salazar -- Mrs. Betty Sue Salazar, 56, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on February 23, 2001. Mrs. Salazar is the beloved wife of 31 years to Mr. Jose Salazar. She is also survived by her daughters, Debbie Scheibner and fiancé, Dennis Ortega and Michelle Baca and fiancé, Allen Mathews; one son, Warren Salazar and girlfriend, Marlene Chavez; grandson, Warren Scott Scheibner; aunts, uncles, cousins of Westminister, South Carolina. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Scheibner and a sister, Elise Ricker. Betty was born in Westminister, SC on February 24, 1944 to Othell and Grace Stewart. She lived in Greenville, SC where she relocated to New Mexico in 1968. She met and married Jose P. Salazar in 1969. Betty's favorite hobbies included, crocheting, doll collecting, tending to and loving her many animals, her cats, (Beau, Smokey, Ma Barker, Bret and Bootsie) her dogs, (Lacey Mae, Tori and Maxine Marie aka: Boogs) her bird (Thunderbird); besides her children, Betty's animals were one of the most important parts of her life. She brought numerous stray animals home over the years and made them her own. She will forever be in our hearts and our memories. A Rosary was recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas N.M. with final visitation at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Rick, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Allen Mathews, Dennis Ortega, Mario Salazar, David Ray, Leroy Sanchez and Roger Riley. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Sanchez -- Mrs. Edwina C. Sanchez died Monday in Albuquerque at the age of 77. Mrs. Sanchez was a member of the Blue Army. She is survived by her sons, Ambros Sanchez and wife, Frances, Clerance Sanchez and wife, Helen, and Roger Sanchez; daughters, Sylvia Sanchez Titus and husband, Desmond, and Emelina Herrera and husband, Vincent; brother, Tony Cano; sister, Rose Gonzales; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mrs. Sanchez will be held on Friday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A Rosary for Mrs. Sanchez will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Scalia -- Julia Scalia, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Sunday, February 25, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Guido Scalia of the family home; daughters, Linda Kaloczi and husband, Ted, Lisa Bennett and husband, Randy, and Lori Scalia, all of Albuquerque; one grandson, Kristopher Kaloczi; and many other loving family members. Mrs. Scalia loved fishing, gardening and crocheting. She was the cornerstone of her family and she will be deeply missed by all. Mrs. Scalia was a member of St. Bernadette Church. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, February 28, 2001, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, March 1, 2001, 11:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Fred Wells, Kristopher Kaloczi, Juan Munoz, Michael Uszuko, Tim Uszuko, and Patrick Uszuko. Honorary pallbearers will be George Uszuko, Ted Bratcher, Sr., and John Wieggers. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, February 28, 2001, 6:00 p.m followed by a rosary at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association-NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790.
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Sowa -- Peter Sowa Jr., 81, resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2001, he is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Sowa of Albuquerque, NM; son, Peter Sowa III and wife, Cynthia of Thousand Oaks, CA, and Richard Sowa and wife, Marilyn of Portland, OR; daughter, Polly Baird of San Francisco, CA; grandchildren, Rene Davis and husband, Ken, Richard, Ariane, Alexis, Bryn, and Bari Sowa; great grandchildren, Spenser, Taylor and Olivia Davis; sisters, Helen De Simone, Rose Sowa and Ann Ryan; brother, Col. George Sowa, USAF Ret. Peter was a member of and served in the USAF for 23 years as a pilot. He flew in C.B.I., (America) USA and Japan and was (CMTC) Contract management for McDonald Douglas and Hughes Aircraft. He worked for the Dept. of Energy at Richland, WA and Kirtland Air Force Base. Peter was a graduate of Slippery Rock University and U.S.A.F.I.T. He was a member of Calvary Chapel in Albuquerque. Peter loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing. Services will be held Thursday, March 1, 2001, 2:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel in Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Road NE. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E.
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Swem -- Nina Alicia Palmer Swem, 94, resident of Rio Rancho and Corrales the last ten years, formerly of South Bend and Mishawaka, IN passed away February 25, 2001 and was preceded in death by husband T. Dale Swem. Surviving are son, Dr. Thomas W. Swem and wife, Marilyn of Corrales; and son, William D. Swem and wife, Virginia of Albuquerque; and six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was a graduate of South Bend High School 1924, graduate of DePauw University 1929, and a member of Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. She was Executive Secretary for St. Joseph County, IN Tuberculosis League and later the American Lung Association, a volunteer member of the American Red Cross during WWII and of the United Health Foundation. A lifetime member of St. James Episcopal Cathedral, South Bend, IN and president of St. Anne's Guild, and a cochair of the Venture in Mission for the Diocesan of Northern Indiana. She was active in Thalia Sorority, past president of the Auxiliary of Hearing and Speech Center of St. Joseph County, Charter member of the State of Indiana Commission on Aging. She was a member of Eastern Star and a Daughter of the American Revolution. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, March 2, 2001 at Pueblo Los Cerros at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the American Lung Association, 216 Truman NE Albuquerque, NM 87108. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Swem. (891-8200)
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Toon -- Margaret M. Toon, age 95, a life-long resident of Albuquerque, passed away in her sleep Tuesday, February 27, 2001. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.A. Toon; and three sisters, Minnie Marteno, Leticia Funderburke, and Molly Parmentier. She is also survived by daughters, Lucy Chavez, of Albuquerque, and Mary Chiado, of Windsor, CO; three sisters, Dee Chavez and husband, Fidel, of Sterling, CO, Mary Gonzales, of Albuquerque, Vera Henderson and husband, Bill, of Golden, NM; brother, Bill Riccon and wife, Eileen, of Albuquerque; four grandsons and three granddaughters; 16 great-grandchildren; numerous great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday, March 1, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, March 2, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Fitzgerald Chapel. Pastor Michael Dominguez will officiate. Interment is immediately following at Sunset Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice in lieu of flowers. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors are in charge of her arrangements.
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Trauth -- Winifred Geneva Trauth, 69, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2001 at a local hospital. A Funeral Service will be performed on Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 9:30 a.m. in Palm Chapel, with Pastor Larry Pierson officiating. Interment will follow at 12:00 Noon in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of her arrangements.
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Ward -- Don Ward, 85, a resident of Albuquerque for the past two years, died Saturday, February 24, 2001. He is survived by his sons, Don Ward of Denver, CO, Frank Ward of Breckenridge, CO, Joe Ward of Albuquerque and Mike Ward of Puerto Vallarta, MX; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Ray Ward of Albuquerque. His wife, Ellie, preceded him in death. Mr. Ward was the founder of Don Ward Trucking and he also ranched in Colorado. Services will be held on Saturday, March 3, 2001 at Horan & McConaty Funeral Home Chapel, 1091 S. Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO. Interment will follow at Fairmont Cemetery in Denver. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of New Mexico, 1330 San Pedro, NE, Suite 205, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Local arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
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Webb -- Joseph V. Webb, 84, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, died on Sunday, February 25, 2001. He is survived by his step-son, Darrell Harrison and wife, Rosemary of Albuquerque; step-daughter, Mildred Shinn and husband, John of Hurley, NM; step-granddaughters, Peggy Ann (Zejda) Harrison of Albuquerque, Charl Barrileau and husband, Ray Sr. of Franklin, LA, and Denise Wallin of Arizona; four great-grandchildren; and by a dear friend, Lillie Zejda. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, Crystal E. Webb. He was a Life Member of DAV and spent 20 years in the Navy, including service on the USS Yorktown when it was torpedoed in 1941. Services will be held Friday, March 2, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming NE with James Ward of 1st Christian Church, officiating. Burial to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the numerous Christian friends and caregivers for their love and attention to Joseph.
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Zimmer -- Paul Daniel Zimmer, 92, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, February 23, 2001. He was born November 4, 1908 in Philadelphia, PA to Paul W. and Anna Zimmer. Mr. Zimmer attended college at Syracuse University in New York, graduating with a degree in Forestry. He worked the majority of years with the Federal Fish & Wildlife Service in Portland, OR, Research & Development of the Salmon Industry. Mr. Zimmer was active in community affairs in the town of Clackamas, OR, serving on Water, Fire and School Boards. He also served in an advisory capacity to the Clackamas County Commission. Upon retirement, Mr. Zimmer and his wife, Muriel traveled. The last seven years, the couple resided in Albuquerque. Mr. Zimmer is survived by his wife, Muriel; daughters, Linda Barbour of Albuquerque and Elaine Miner of Hillsboro, OR; five grandsons and their wives; and eight great-grandchildren. "Home is the Hunter, Home from the Hill and the Sailor Home from the Sea." Memorial Services will be held Saturday, March 3, 2001 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the family home in Albuquerque. Interment of cremains will take place in the family plot at Clarence, NY. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666,Albuquerque, NM, 87125-6666. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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