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Baggett -- Marvin Baggett Jr. "I know your life on earth was troubled and only you could know the pain. You weren't afraid to face the devil. You were no stranger to the rain..Go rest high on that mountain son, your work on earth is done...I wish I could see the angels faces when they hear your sweet voice sing."Marvin Baggett Jr., 75, passed away on February 27, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Reeva Sue; brother, Bill; sister, Beulah; son, Marvin; daughter, Rita; granddaughter, Gretchen; and their families. A country lawyer for 35 years, Marvin will be remembered for his generous heart, fierce determination and sage advice. He taught us the importance of family and to nourish our independent spirit. He will be sorely missed by family and friends, until we meet again someday.Private services will be followed by a "prayer meeting" on March 10, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the Rio Grande Cantina.
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Bird -- Georgia Hartman Bird, 101, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died on Tuesday, February 27, 2001. She is survived by her daughters, Irene Squires and husband Bill of Enid, OK, Norma Brewster and husband, Vernon of Albuquerque, and Wilma Sullivan of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Patricia Eubank, Laura Wallin and husband, Scott, and Lee Ann Sullivan; grandsons, Bob Squires and wife, Carolyn, David Squires and wife, Nancy, Steve Brewster, and Mike Sullivan and wife, Ruth; by ten great-grandchildren and by great-great twins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pat on November 29, 1977. Georgia was born February 5, 1900 to John and �Lottie� Hartman on a farm 5 miles north of Breckenridge, Oklahoma that had been homesteaded by her father in 1893. She married Pat Bird on October 16, 1921 and the couple had three daughters. Georgia was a member of Central United Methodist Church and was an avid rug hooker and China painter. She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and friend. We will all miss her, but it�s comforting to know she is at peace with God in Heaven. Services will be held Saturday, March 3, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming NE with Dr. Charles Crutchfield, officiating. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Friends may visit Friday, March 2, 2001 from 3:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE. Interment to follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Bright -- Mae Rose Bright, 77, an Albuquerque resident since 1950, died Tuesday, February 27, 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Linda Sue Bentz and husband, John of Albuquerque. Her husband, Ben H. Bright and a son, David Lee Bright preceded her in death. Mrs. Bright was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church where she served in many ways; her greatest love was working with children. She taught elementary school in Illinois and New Mexico for many years, retiring from Albuquerque Public Schools. She was a loving and devoted wife and mother. Services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, March 3, 2001 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 210 Alvarado, SE with Rev. John C. Heffelfinger and Rev. Harold Johnson, officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro, NE, # 101, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, March 2, 2001 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
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Camarco -- Michael Paul Camarco, 62, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord Saturday, February 24, 2001. He is survived by his son, Wayne Camarco and wife, Jennifer; daughter, Michelle Kurahara and husband, Leon, all of New Jersey; grandchildren, Nicholas, Samantha and Helen Kurahara; mother, Lena Camarco Eastman; sister, Antoinette Brown and husband, Glenn of Tempe, AZ; brother, Paul Camarco of San Antonio, TX; sisters, Barbara Baca and husband, Nick of Albuquerque, Lena Camarco Andrews and husband, Harry of Sandy, OR and Carol Camarco-Anaya and husband, Jordan of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nephews and a great-niece. Mr. Camarco was preceded in death by his father, Michael Leo Camarco. Memorial services will be held Friday, March 2, at 11:00 a.m., at Heritage Christian Fellowship, 11104 Menaul Blvd. NE. Interment of cremains will take place at 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).In Memory of Michael Camarco CANCER IS SO LIMITED It cannot cripple love It cannot shatter hope It cannot corrode faith It cannot destroy peace It cannot kill friendship It cannot suppress memories It cannot silence courage It cannot invade the soul It cannot steal eternal life It cannot conquer the spirit. Author Unknown
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Cdebaca -- Funeral Services for Robert B. C De Baca (Joker) 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. Visitation for Robert will be held in the Mortuary Chapel 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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Dixon -- Imogene Dixon, 44, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, February 27, 2001, after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her mother, Edith Dixon of Albuquerque; sisters, Stella Haskins and husband, Al of Lancaster, TX, Eller Madison of Albuquerque, and Laura Elmore and husband, Jay of San Antonio, TX; brothers, Ronnie Dixon, Gary Dixon, Wayne Dixon and wife, Sandra, and Sam Yeggins and wife, Eddie Mae, all of Albuquerque; and longtime companion, Torry McNary. She was preceded in death by her father, Lilton Dixon and sister, Patricia Dixon. Imogene was loved by all and she will be deeply missed. Cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd.
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Gabaldon -- James (Jr.) G. Gabaldon, 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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Grossetete -- Mr. Richard A. Grossetete, 59, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 27, 2001. Mr. Grossetete is the beloved husband of 36 years to Mrs. Aurora Grossetete. He is also survived by one daughter, Rosemarie Meza; five sons, Richard Lay, Edwin Lopez and wife, Sandra, David Lopez, Victor A. Grossetete and wife, Carla and Moises D. Grossetete and wife, Maria; three sisters, Loretta Hernandez and husband, Gavino, Sandra Padilla and Jennie Grossetete; one brother, Edward D. Grossetete; 16 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Grossetete was a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the Vietnam Era, he loved hunting and fishing. A Prayer Service will be held Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the 7th Day Adventist Church, 10750 Sunset Gardens SW (West Central to 114th St. South to Sunset Gardens) with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the 7th Day Adventist Church with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Pastor Nehiamiah Basit, will officiate both the Prayer Service and the Funeral Service. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Military Honors by the D.A.V. Chaper 13. Pallbearers will be Ezekiel Meza, Gabriel Meza, Michael Meza, Eddie Grossetete Jr., Victor Grossetete Jr. and Joey Grossetete. Honorary will be Mike Bushma and Mike Rogers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Harger -- Mr. Max H. Harger, beloved husband, father and Grampa, won his battle with cancer and was called home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, February 27, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Ricki and daughter, Cara of the family home in Los Lunas; daughter, Darla and husband, Jeff and his "little guys" Brandon and Justin of Albuquerque; his mother, Mary Lou; brothers, Rick, Roby, Wendell, Bob and Dalmar; sisters, Susie, Claudette, Edwina, Jimmie, and Dean, and their families. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard, brother Ronnie, and nephew Duane. He was surrounded by his loving family who will miss him greatly. A Memorial Service will be held at 12 La Ladera off of North El Cerro Loop with Pastor Jimmy Duncan officiating. Cremation has taken place. The family would like to express their gratitude for loving care provided by Presbyterian Hospice. Direct Services is in charge of arrangements.
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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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Hernandez -- Max Hernandez July 4, 1916 - February 29, 2000One year has gone by since Max left us. His life was full of life and complete happiness especially in his final years. He is dearly missed by all.Remembered as"Amigito" and"Smiley".The friendly neighbor who smiled and waved at all who went by. His favorite chair still remains as he left it! Memories are all we have now...but they are great, we cry and we laugh almost everyday about the things he would say!!We hope you are happy in Heaven, with your son, Dan. He is now enjoying your company.Much loved and missedYour wife, Virgie; your sons, and daughters, Sal, Albert, Arthur, Theresa, Michael, Ross, Cathy, Martin, Andrew.
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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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Kayser -- Eunice Kayser, 93, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on February 26, 2001 in Albuquerque. Eunice Waters Kayser was born in Lowell, Iowa, the daughter of Thomas S. Waters and Annie Bell McGrew Waters on August 31, 1907. Services are scheduled for viewing on March 2, 2001 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair, Graveside Service on March 2, 2001 2:00 p.m. at Kayser East View Cemetery in Mountainair, New Mexico. Services have been trusted to the care of Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair.
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Leder -- Muriel C. Leder, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 24, 2001. 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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Lyles -- Zelma Marguerite (Eastwood) Lyles, an early settler in New Mexico, passed away February 24, 2001 in Tucson, AZ. She was born on September 30, 1903, to the late Maggie and Nick Eastwood, after a long journey by covered wagon. She would later proudly claim to be the first of 11 children to be born on the homestead, which, over time, would become a fine two-story home with a large cottonwood grove. In 1922, Zelma married John Lyles, a cowboy from a neighboring ranch. They moved to southern Arizona, and then eventually settled in Albuquerque, where they lived for 50 years. Zelma taught sewing and designed fiesta dresses, which sold throughout the Southwest. On her 80th birthday, the Mayor of Albuquerque declared September 30th to be Zelma Lyles Day. Her husband, John, preceded her in death in 1957. Zelma is survived by one daughter; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She will be lovingly remembered by her many friends for her gift of music-playing both organ and piano-and her enjoyment of dance. To her family she was a very special source of inspiration. A Funeral Service will be performed at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2001 at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle SE. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale SE. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling her local arrangements.
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Martinez -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Margaret G. Martinez, will be celebrated Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter NE with final visitaiton at the church after 9:30 a.m. Deacon Merced Villa Rael, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Mercer -- Cindy Sue Mercer. Born June 16, 1958 died February 26, 2001. Cindy is survived by her son, Tracy Mercer; and daughter, Shannon Mercer, both of Albuquerque; brother, Clay L. Wormington, Albuquerque; sister, Judy K. Armstrong. Cindy was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Mercer and parents, Leroy and Sharon Wormington. Services will be held at Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE. 265-5959 Friday, March 2, 2001 3:00 p.m.
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Noble -- Mary Margaret Noble, 74, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died Monday, February 26, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Max C. Noble of Albuquerque; daughters, Jenice Longfield and husband, Robert of San Antonio, TX, Elaine Lyons and husband, Michael of Alexandria, VA, and Lorraine Dee Noble of Las Vegas, NM; son, Armin Noble of Albuquerque; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was a longtime member of Ridgecrest Christian Church. Mary loved to quilt for her family. Services will be held Friday, March 2, 2001, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Ken Kady officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, March 1, 2001, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Assoc. NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790.
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Parras -- Alice Parras, 57, a resident of Albuquerque died, Wednesday, February 28, 2001. She was preceded in death by her mother, Cora Lucero. She is survived by her husband, Louis Parras of the family home; brother, Ray Lucero and Lupe, step-sister, Lucy Martinez, children, Theresa Gonzales and fiancé, Robert Montano, Lawrence Parras and wife, Gloria, Jimmy and Johnny Parras; step-daughter, Julie Espinoza and husband, Ernest; grandchildren, Patricia and husband, Freddie, Nadine and husband, Dominic, Aaron, Valerie and Michael; great-grandchildren, Dilia, Freddie Jr., Rikki, Brianna and Jordan, and step-grandchildren Brenda, Maryanne, and Jimmy. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 9502 4th St. NW. Mass will be celebrated, Friday, 1:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. French Mortuary-Westside, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW. Alice touched many lives and was loved by all. We would like to thank all her friends and family for all the love and support.
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Rodriguez -- Eufemia "Weda" Rodriguez, a life long resident of Albuquerque passed away at age 48 on February 26, 2001 after a long illness. Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March, 1st at Mount Carmel Mission, corner of Edith and Los Ranchos. Funeral Services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 2, at the Santo Nino Catholic Church in Lower Colonias, NM. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements handled by Salazar and Sons Mortuary.
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Romero -- JOSEPHINE A. ROMERO In Loving Memory May 21, 1920 - March 1, 2000 One Year AnniversaryOne year has passed since you left us, things have not been the same since then. We all think of you everyda in different ways. I see you sitting on your chair in your room always smiling and talking to us about everything, you always told us not to worry because I'm going to be with God one day and you have to go on living because we will be together one day and be a family again.Family and Friends are invited to a special ceremony at 3145 Los Anayes NW at 5:30 p.m. Your Loving Family Your Husband, Eddie, Children, Lorenzo, Elain, Joseph Elizabeth
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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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Sachs -- Martin F. Sachs February 7, 1907 - March 1, 1999In Loving MemoryDad, the last few years we had together changed my life. I look back and realize it was a very special time for me. I will never be the same. I know it was special for you too, because your last words to me have blessed me forever. I love you, I miss you, and pray I'll be with you someday.Your daughter, Angeline Sachs Velasquez
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Sanchez -- Funeral Services for Mrs. Edwina C. 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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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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Strong -- Catherine Walker Strong. A very loving life was taken on Ash Wednesday. Her husband of 40 years, Samuel E. Strong, her infant son, Richard, and her daughter, Carol Ann Strong, January 25, 1997, preceded Catherine in death. She was survived by her daughter, Susan Neuschwanger and husband, Ron; her son, Robert; her sister, Betty and husband, John McMullen; her brothers, Bill and wife, Patt Walker, her brother, Chuck and wife, Doris (deceased) Walker; her grandchildren, Julie and Bianca Strong, Ryan and wife, Kelly Neuschwanger and Melisa Arellano and 12 nieces and nephews. She also treasured her three great-grandchildren, Chance, Miranda and Jessire. Catherine was born on June 8, 1915 in La Junta, Colorado. Her family moved to Albuquerque when she was in high school. Catherine graduated from St. Vincent's Academy in 1932. She also graduated from Albuquerque Business College. Sam and Katie met when they both worked for Continental Oil Co. They were married on July 1, 1938 in Socorro, New Mexico. A Rosary will be conducted Friday, March 2, 2001 at Fitzgerald's Mortuary at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas Rd. Pallbearers will be her nieces and nephews. Catherine will be laid to rest next to her husband at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Catherine was active at Our Lady of Fatima Church. She loved her bridge club and her garden. Contributions in her honor can be made to Sandia Hospice, 4725 Indian School Rd., Suite 100, 87110.
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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. Pallbearers are Ernest A. Chavez, Joseph S. Chavez, Dennis F. Chavez, James L. Culbertson, Albert B. Wenz elburger, Mario J. Gonzales, Joseph J. Chiado and Fidel Chavez. Interment is immediately following at Sunset Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice in lieu of flowers. Margaret's family greatly appreciates the love and care given to her in her final years by Flora Alarid and family. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors are in charge of her arrangements.
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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. Friends may visit on Thursday, March 1, 2001 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel. The family wishes to thank the numerous Christian friends and caregivers for their love and attention to Joseph.
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