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Alderete -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Melquiades (Markie) Alderete will be celebrated this morning at 10:00 a.m. At Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, with the Reverend Richard Olona as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Casket bearers will be his grandsons, Julian Alderete, Juan Carlos Samuel-Alderete, Ernesto Alvelais, Joseph Alderete, John Paul Samuel-Alderete, and Anthony Alderete. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St. NW.
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Barela -- Eulalio "Lalo" Barela, 101, passed away peacefully into the arms of our Lord on March 5, 2001. He was born to his humble parents, Meliton Carrillo Barela and Cipranita Baca Barela on July 24, 1899 in La Joya, NM. Lalo lived during the administration of 13 territorial governors, 25 New Mexico state governors, and during the administration of 18 U.S. presidents. He witnessed such world events as WWI and II, the Vietnam War, the Korean War and Pancho Villa's raid at Columbus, NM, as well as many others. He served in local and national government positions, such as a Civilian Conservation Corps recruiter in the 1940's and a deputy county clerk with Socorro County, with honor and pride. He was a self-educated person, struggling against all odds to meet higher standards and to fulfill his profession. Lalo was a devoted husband, a wonderful father, a good son, and a perfectionist to his work. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Bonifacia in 1972 and two sisters, Asension Castillo and Emiliana Romero, two brothers, Jose Maria and Sevedeo Barela. Lalo is survived by his children, Flora Trujillo of Belen, Audilio "Mike" and wife, Petrita of Albuquerque, and Vangie Tafoya and husband, Eloy of Belen; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Mariano and wife, Victoria of Albuquerque, and Avelicio and wife, Bennie of Albuquerque. The family thanks God for the gift of life he bestowed on Lalo and his health. He fulfilled his duty to society as a good citizen and his duty to God as a good Christian. A Viewing will be held on Thursday, 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 Friday, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Church will Interment in the Veguita Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Barela, Eloy Tafoya, Jude Kendall, Chris and Jesse Trujillo, and Brad Cesarano. Honary Pallbearers will be all of his special grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM
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Canaday -- Mr. Leonard "Red" Canaday died Saturday in Albuquerque at the age of 63. Funeral Services for Mr. Canaday will be held on Thursday at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Chapel where the service will begin at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Castellon -- In loving memory of Larry J. Castellon, a brother, a son, a fiancé, a father of one and loved by many. Larry died Saturday in Albuquerque at the age of 29. Larry was a devoted family man. He enjoyed playing with his stepson, nieces, and nephews. He lived and worked in Albuquerque from 1989 until his death. Larry was committed to his fiancé and stepson. He made sure they were well taken care of. He was also devoted to his brothers, sisters and mother. A great family man. Larry is survived by his mother, Erlinda Castellon of Los Lunas, NM; fiancé, Donna M. Garcia; stepson, Jonathan Garcia, both of Albuquerque; siblings, David Castellon Sr. and wife, Cheryl Lewis of Los Lunas, Victor Castellon of Los Lunas, Polly Barr and husband, Rob of Tome, Mayanin Guzman of Corpus Christi, TX, and Joel Gutierrez and wife, Sharon of Los Lunas; seven nephews; and six nieces. Funeral Services for Larry will be held on Thursday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Castellon Sr., Victor Castellon, Joel Gutierrez, Rob Barr, Alfonso Ramirez, Albert Ramirez and John King. Honorary Pallbearers will be all of his co-officers. A Rosary for Larry will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Davidson -- Margaret E. "Meg" Davidson, 51, a resident of Albuquerque since 1982, died Friday, March 2, 2001. She is survived by her mother, Elizabeth M. Davidson; and sister, Deborah Davidson, both of New Jersey; and her precious pets, Emma and Mr. Knightly. Cremation has taken place memorial Services will be held Monday, March 12, 2001, at 3:30 p.m., at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Sister Raphael and Kay Hankinson officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School NE, Suite 310, 87110; Hogares, 1812 Griegos Rd. NW, 87107; Peanut Butter and Jelly Day School, 1101 Lopez Rd. SW, 87105; or Alta Mira Specialized Family Services, 1605 Carlisle Blvd. NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Diaz -- Ms. Nellie J. Diaz, 42, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on March 3, 2001. Ms. Diaz is the beloved daughter of Thomas and Josephine Diaz; she is also survived by her two daughters, Sarah Diaz and Simone Diaz; her sister, Anna Vejar and husband, Gil; grandparents, Mary Romero and Sadie Diaz; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Ms. Diaz was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with visitation after 6:30 p.m. The Legion Of Mary, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph On the Rio Grande Catholic Church with visitation at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Prieto, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Dukeminier -- Interment of Charles Dukeminier will take place on Friday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with military honors by the D.A.V. Chapter #3. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Esquibel -- Carlos "Charlie" Esquibel, 36, a resident of Socorro, NM passed away on Monday, March 5, 2001. He was a member of the San Miguel Catholic Church. Besides his love for his family, he loved hiking, fishing, hunting, and especially chili. Charlie was well known for his sense of humor and willingness to help others. He provided anyone in his path with his wisdom +and experience and encouraged them to pursue their goals. He is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Esquibel; nephew, Cory Jones; sister-in-law, Peggy; niece, Samantha; uncle, Bolivar Saiz; and his brother, Tranqulino. Charlie is survived by his loving wife of seventeen years, Johanna "Jody"; two children, Anthony and Ashley; mother, Claudina; brothers and sisters, Bea and her husband, Dwain Dunn, Tino, Ricky, Vince and his wife, Teresa, Stella and her husband, Dennis DeVoe, Michael, Irene and her husband, Victor Saiz, Fita Baca; Lola Moya; Berna Scott; and Stanley. He is also survived by countless aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, as well as close friends. A Rosary will be held at the Catholic Church in La Joya on Wednesday, March 7, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. another Rosary will be held at the San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro on Thursday, March 8, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral at 12:00 p.m.. Pallbearers will be his five brothers; and his brother-in-law, Danny Woodard. Romero Funeral Home, Belen NM.
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Garcia -- Visitation for Deputy Sheriff Angelic S. Garcia will be Wednesday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and after 7:30 p.m. in the Holy Family Church with a Rosary to be recited at 8:00 p.m. by Mrs. Gabriella Nieto. Final visitation will be Thursday morning from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Father Manuel Viera, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Law Enforcement Honors. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Gilbert -- Beverly A. Gilbert, 65, a resident of Albuquerque for the past eight years, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2001. Beverly was born September 12, 1935 the daughter of Robert and Mildred Swanson Soderberg in Spokane, Washington. Beverly came to New Mexico from Florida. She had worked at many restaurants as a waitress in Albuquerque and Moriarty, including the Waffle House, the Cornucopia and Lisa's Truck Stop. Beverly loved to do crossword puzzles and enjoyed fishing, and loved to fish with her fishing buddy, Richard. She is survived by her son, Barie Hoeppner and wife, Julie of Pueblo West, Colorado; one sister, Marilyn Cornel and husband, Alex of Spokane, WA; two brothers, Dale Soderberg and wife, Beverly of Port Orchard, WA, and Richard Soderberg of Spokane, WA; three grandchildren, Bonnie Anderson and husband, Greg of Rio Rancho, Richard Hoeppner (USN) of Virginia, and Michael Hoeppner of Denver, CO; and four great-grandchildren. No Services are scheduled at this time. Memorial contributions may be sent in Beverly's name to the All Faith's Receiving Home, 1709 Moon NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Grady -- Opal T. Grady, born January 4, 1907, passed away on March 3, 2001. She is survived by her sisters, Beulah, Alva, Ethyl and Alice; by her children, Ora Pistorius, Pauline Bigelow, Vi Whitlow (Emery), Helen Caldwell (Tom), Ed Butler, Elouise Oliver, Alberta Retting, Roy Grady (Donna); also 34 grandchildren; 72 great-grandchildren; and 23 great-great-grandchildren. Her mother and father, Jessie and Vesta Roark, husband, Albert Grandy, brother, Calvin, sisters, Florence and Phyllis, son, Floyd Butler, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild precede her in death. Her garden was one of family with many life styles and opinions blooming everywhere you looked teaching us strength and patience through adversity and challenges. Her love and strength supported many of us through difficult times. She was one of the strongest women ever born, a pioneer woman heart and soul. Service and interment to be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. Arrangements by Sunrise Society of NM 891-8200.
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Jermain -- Janet Y. Jermain, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Tuesday, March 6, 2001. She is survived by her granddaughter, Janice Ann Jermain of College Station, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard L. Jermain; and sons, Hoyt Jermain and Clark Jermain. Mrs. Jermain was a graduate of the University of Oregon. She was a past president of the Ikebana International Chapter #41, and a member of the Faculty Women's Club at UNM. Mrs. Jermain was the wife of Professor Leonard L. Jermain, who taught journalism for 26 years at UNM. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services are pending. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 3150 Carlisle NE #35, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Kainz -- Dana Louis Kainz, 45 years old, and a lifetime Albuquerque resident died suddenly Friday, March 2, 2001 in a job related accident. He is survived by his son, Edwin Joseph; his father, Joe; and mother, Marjorie; siblings, Michael Lance, Charles Leslie, Janet, Judy, Marie, Richard, Steven and Juli Jo; and ten nieces and nephews. He had many life long friends, business acquaintances in real estate, and operated his own small business. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, March 7, 2001, at 4:00 p.m. at Sandia Funeral Care 7601 Wyoming NE In lieu of flowers, the family prefers each person celebrate Dana's life by participating in the Service. A Memorial table will be set up and all who attend are encouraged to bring a special memento or photograph to help remember Dana. Any who wish may also share their memory of Dana verbally or musically. Arrangements are by Sunrise Society, (891-8200).
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Keppers -- Dr. George L. Keppers, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, passed away Friday, March 2, 2001, after a short illness. He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Lois of 56 years, who preceded him in death February 22, 1999. He is survived by his daughter; Kathleen Boles (Jerry) of Albuquerque, and his grandchildren, Marie, Jennifer and Stephanie; and great-granddaughter, Denise; his son, Steven Keppers (Robin) of Castlerock, CO and his grandchildren, Andrea and Susie; his son, Bruce Keppers (Bill) of Albuquerque; and his daughter, Barbara Drinkwater (Joe) of Cupertino, CA and his grandchildren, Brad and Bryan "Buster." George was born February 10, 1915 in Avon, MN. He received his Bachelor of Education in 1937. George fell in love and married Lois, his college sweetheart, in June 1941. During the war, he served in the Army Air Corp, as a weather observer and forecaster. He received his master's degree in 1946, and his doctorate in Education specializing in guidance counseling in 1953. George then headed south to New Mexico and made his family home in Albuquerque. He was employed as assistant director of guidance for the Albuquerque Public Schools, after which he took a position as associate professor in the College of Education at UNM. Dr. Keppers received the first certificate awarded to be a school counselor in the State of New Mexico in 1957. At the University of New Mexico he held various positions: professor, department chairman, assistant dean of student affairs and director of Manzanita Center. George retired in 1980 as professor emeritus in counseling. Dr. Keppers organized and served as vice president and president of the New Mexico Counselor Association. He received the Dr. George L. Keppers award from the association for being a pioneer and leader in the counseling and guidance profession in New Mexico. This award is now awarded each year to an outstanding counselor in New Mexico. He volunteered at the Child Guidance Clinic at UNM and UNM Speakers Bureau. George was an honorary lifetime member of the American Counseling Association and New Mexico Counseling Association. Dr. Keppers devoted his entire career to helping people. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends. Cremation has taken place, and Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, March 7, 4:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. with Rev. Norton Scrimshire officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 4301 Bryn Mawr Dr. NE, 87107. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Leonard -- George Thacher Leonard, a resident of Paradise Hills for the last 18 years, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2001. He was born July 19, 1919, in Ollie, Montana to George S. and Stella Thacher Leonard. He was married to Mary Helen Robinson on July 17, 1943. He is survived by his wife of 57 years; one son, Stephen G. Leonard and wife, Gail of Prineville, OR; and one daughter, Kathryn B. Leonard of Rio Rancho, NM; four grandchildren, Mary V. Good, Michelle Bosley, Michael Leonard, Sarah Leonard; and three great-grandchildren, Alric Good, Shelbie Williams, and Peyton Leonard. George joined the Marine Corps on October 10, 1940 and served until February 22, 1946. He was employed by the Civil Aeronautics Administration from 1947 to 1957. He then went to work for the Department of the Army on the White Sands Missile Range until his retirement in 1974. He was a Past Master of La Feria Masonic Lodge # 1197, La Feria, TX and a member of Turquoise Chapter #71, O.E.S., Rio Rancho, NM. He was a member of Paradise Hills United Methodist Church. George was an avid fisherman and was never happier than when he was in his boat on a lake fishing. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 8, 2001 at Paradise Hills United Methodist Church, 4700 Paradise Blvd. with the Rev. David Snyman officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Ballut Abyad Children's Transportation Fund, Ballut Abyad Temple, 6600 Zuni SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
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Lopez -- Mrs. Anita C. Lopez, 94, a resident of Los Lunas, NM passed away March 5, 2001, at home with here loved ones at her side. Mrs. Lopez is survived by her three daughters, Isabel Centeno, Marie Marquez and husband, Salomon (Mon), Faviola Lopez; two sons, Reyes Lopez and wife, Lisa and Jose Chavez and wife, Susie; 21 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Lopez was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon Lopez, grandchildren, Robert Lopez and Tony Centeno, her son-in-law, Manuel Centeno and loving friend, Dominica Peralta. Mrs. Lopez was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Thursday evening in the San Clemente Church in Los Lunas from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:30 p.m. by Deacon Eddie Espinosa. Final visitation will be Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. in the Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Rick Zerwas. Interment will follow in the San Clemente Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Trini Centeno, Jason Marquez, Charles Lopez, Ruben Chavez, Patrick Archibeque and Joe Marquez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Manuel Centeno, George Centeno, Raymond Marquez, Carl Marquez, Eric Marquez, Gilbert Lopez and Hedy Lopez. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
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Lucero -- Waldo Lucero, Jr., 61, passed away at home on March 5, 2001. He was born in Algodones on January 17, 1940 to Waldo and Teresa (Valdez) Lucero, Sr. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Sue (Mulkey) Lucero, of the family home; daughter, Lisa Saye and her husband, Don, of Chandler, AZ; sons, Richard Lucero and his wife, Nina, of Albuquerque; and Ken Lucero and his wife, Cindy, of Dallas, TX; sisters, Angie Taylor and Vi Flores, both of Albuquerque; and three grandchildren, Michael Lucero, Greg Lucero, and Amanda Saye. Waldo was employed as a district manager and sales representative for Kaman Industrial Technologies, a leading supplier of bearings and power transmission products here in Albuquerque for 42 years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 8, 2001 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church with Father John Lee Chavez as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers are Richard Lucero, Ken Lucero, Don Saye, Sam Lopez, Richard Flores and Bill Atencio. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors are in charge of his arrangements.
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Martinez -- Juan "Seno" N. Martinez, 70, went home to the Lord on Sunday, March 4, 2001. Juan was born in Albuquerque on June 26, 1930. He is survived by his loving wife, Caroline Martinez; four children, Carol Montoya and husband, Mark, John Martinez, Jean Chavez and husband, Matthew, and Janet Case and husband, John; five grandchildren, Mark Montoya, Katrina Montoya, Felicia Chavez, Johnny Case and Joshua Case. He will be deeply missed by his loving family. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel on Stover. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening at San Jose de Duranes Mission Church. Final visitation will be held Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday morning at the San Jose de Duranes Mission Church, with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Louie Martinez, Pat Arellano, Danny Wise, Robert Sedillo, Steven Arellano, and Shan Gallegos. Honorary Casket bearers will be Herman Sanchez, Andy Chavez, Lisa Salcido, Kim Wise, Brenda Knutson, Alex Gallegos, Kim Darling and Raul Vargas. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW. 243-5222.
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Martinez -- Thomas R. Martinez, Jr., 70, passed away at a local hospital on March 5, 2001. He was born on November 25, 1930 in Leadville, CO, the son of Thomas R. and Josephine (Trujillo) Martinez, Sr. He was an officer with the Immigration and Naturalization Services in Albuquerque for 25 years and a member of the Catholic Church. Thomas is survived by daughters Karen and Debye Martinez, both of Albuquerque; sisters Chris Guy and her husband, Larry; and Pearl Sako, all of Albuquerque; brother Frank Martinez and his wife, Sylvia, of Wenatchee, WA; sister-in-law, Catherine Martinez, of Albuquerque; and sister-in-law, Bernice DesGeorges, of Taos, NM; granddaughter, Kristi LaJeunesse, of San Diego, CA and former wife, Alice DesGeorges, of Taos, NM. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2001 in Fitzgerald Chapel, Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, March 9, 2001 at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors are in charge of his arrangements.
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Mccrossen -- Darold C. "Mac" McCrossen, 77, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, died Sunday, March 4, 2001 in Colville, WA. He is survived by his daughters, Jennie McCrossen of Albuquerque, Debbie McCrossen of Carson City, NV, Mary Lewis and husband, David, of Aurora, CO, and Stacey Peterson of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Jeff Lewis and Katie Lewis of Aurora, CO and Jessica Peterson of Albuquerque; and a very special friend, Marian Beardsley of Colville, WA. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sherlee McCrossen in 1984. Services will be held Saturday, March 10, 2001, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Michael Fabian Gagnon officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Richard Reyes, David Lewis, Jeff Lewis, Mike Roberts, Kevin Roberts and Tom Roberts. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, March 9, 2001 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc. NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790.
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Mcginnis -- Virginia Lee McGinnis, 68, wonderful loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister went to join the Lord and her husband, Wyett on March 3, 2001. She is survived by her children, David W., and Thomas J. III and wife, Susan; grandchildren, Rachelle, Ryan, and Thomas IV; and sister, Mary Lou Christopher and family. She was an active member of Montgomery Place Church of God and will be missed by all. Services will be held Wednesday, March 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Montgomery Place Church of God, 3601 Montgomery NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Pastor Wesley Butler, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Montgomery Place church of God. Luke 2:29, 30.
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Mcgrath -- Helen R. McGrath, 86, died peacefully after a lingering illness on March 4, 2001. Helen's son, Father Andre McGrath, will recite a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2001 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1860 Griegos NW. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 8, 2001 at Our Lady of Guadalupe with Father McGrath as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Rob Hintermaier, Tim Hintermaier, Daniel McGrath, Colin McGrath, Josh McGrath, Lucas McGrath, and David McGrath. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Helen's memory to the Brothers of Good Shepard in Albuquerque, or the Lyke Franciscan Community, 2932 Murphy Street, Shreveport, LA 71103-2241. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of her arrangements.
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Morrison -- Mr. Raymond Morrison died March 1, 2001 in Albuquerque. Funeral Services for Raymond will be held on Wednesday at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery where the Graveside Service will begin at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Nauta -- Barbara J. Nauta, 66, a resident of Albuquerque, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 5, 2001. Barbara is survived by her daughters, Diana Lynn Braswell and husband, Danny of Montpelier, VA and Cheryl Elaine Wallace and husband, Danny of Albuquerque; son, Ron Nauta of Pojoaque, NM; grandchildren, Shiela, Ronnie, Ben, Stephanie and Alysa; mother, Zelma Combest and sisters, Donna Schiller and Billie Key. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles. Barbara was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2001, 3:30 p.m. at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper NE, with Pastor Ken Moore, officiating. Burial of cremains to follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. N.E. Memorial contributions may be made to UNM Hospice, 4001 Indian School, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Pierce -- P.R. "Muggins" Pierce, November 20, 1926 - March 7, 1998. Your passing was expected, but unexpected. We wished you to live longer than the Lord intended. His will always prevails and we have been without you now for three long years. To say we miss you deeply is all that words allow us to express, but words can never convey the feeling of the soul. It has been very hard without you, but because of you, we have gone on with our heads held high. Your strength, courage, love, and wit prevail and we hope you are proud of us. Three years is minutes in the scheme of things but to us three years has been an eternity. Everywhere we turn you are there. Your loving wife, of now 56 years, Hazel; your children, Sharie, Dick, Suzanne, Dicky, Robin, Tom, Shawn, Chris, Craig, Melanie, Stacy, Sky, Tyler, Cason, Kevin, and Alex wish you were still with us, and until we meet again we all want to say"We Love You and Miss You. You are a part of our everyday existence".
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Reynolds -- The family of Charlie Reynolds wishes to thank everyone who attended his Memorial Service. We also want to express our gratitude for all the food, flowers, cards, money, love, care, and compassion that was shown to us.
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Rivera -- Isabel M. Rivera, age 69, died on March 5, 2001 in Albuquerque. She was born in Raton, NM to Melisandro and Ignacia Maestas Leal and had lived in the Albuquerque area since 1950. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Lorenzo"Larry" Rivera of Albuquerque; five sons, Laurence Rivera and wife, Kathy and Edward Rivera, all of Albuquerque, Timothy Rivera and wife, Sandy of Farmington, NM, Steven Rivera and wife, Cathy of Las Vegas, NV, and Robert Rivera of Denver, CO; five daughters, Diane Baldwin and husband, Manuel of Denver, CO, Pamela Ybarra and husband, Glenn of Orlando, FL, Susan McKenna and husband, Todd of Phoenix, AZ and Anita Feight and husband, Larry and Jennifer Rivera, all of Albuquerque; 22 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Isabel is also survived by three brothers, Bill Leal and wife, Marilyn of Fort Worth, TX, and Ruben Leal and wife, Lydia and Lloyd Leal and wife, Nancy, all of Denver, CO; and four sisters, Cruz Garcia and husband, Pete of Raton, NM, Mary Jane Martinez and Patricia Martinez and husband, Frank, all of Denver CO and Georgia Kinney and husband, Ken of Danbury, CT. A Rosary will be recited by Edward Rivera at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 8, 2001 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Road NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday, March 9, 2001 at Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE with Co-Celebrants, Fr. Ronald Bruckner and Fr. John Carney. Burial will follow at noon in Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Pallbearers will be Laurence Rivera, Edward Rivera, Timothy Rivera, Steven Rivera, Robert Rivera and Christopher McKenna. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Holy Apostles Seminary, 33 Prospect Hill Road, Cromwell, CT 06416, c/o David Bolio. Those that we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day. We will always have you in our hearts. I thank God for having you as my wife. Till I see you again. Love Always, Larry. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE.
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Salazar -- Jose F. Salazar Jr. December 28, 1955 - march 7, 1991Dearest Joe, it's been nine years since your tragic accident. We all miss you very much. You were the light of our eyes, the laughter in our hearts, and the fire in our hearts. You may be gone but never forgotten.Always in our heart & prayers, Love, Mom & Dad & family
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Sanchez -- Lorenzo Sanchez, 67, was taken by his beloved son, Teddy, to continue their game of catch with angels in the outfield. He was born on May 20, 1933 in Trementina, NM. Lorenzo grew up in Las Vegas, NM and was a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School where he excelled in basketball and football. Mr. Sanchez was a US Navy Veteran of Korea. He also graduated from Seattle Pacific College in Washington State and was employed by Boeing Aircraft Corp. for 13 years. After moving back to New Mexico, he obtained his master's degree from UNM. He was an elementary teacher at Chaparral, Mark Twain, LaMesa, Tomasita and Eubank Elementary Schools and retired from APS after 25 years teaching. He was an accomplished artist and was proud of his �unique� outhouses. Lorenzo had a sharp wit. He was an enthusiastic New Mexico Historian and could converse with anyone. Lorenzo had a special love for his culture and language. He is survived by his wife, Sally Sanchez; sons, Larry Sanchez, Dennis Sanchez and wife, Susan; granddaughters, Victoria, Veronica and Monica; great-granddaughter, DeAnna all of Albuquerque; brothers, Onecimo Sanchez of Seattle, WA, Luis Sanchez of Velarde, NM, Daniel Sanchez of Grants, NM and Carlos Sanchez of Belen, NM; sisters, Lucia Martinez, Rosa Spencer and Sofia Martinez, all of Albuquerque; and his beloved Cocker Spaniel, Tanya. Lorenzo we know you will be re-united with our precious Teddy. We'll love you forever. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, March 8, 2001 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Friday, March 9, 2001 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd, NE with Father Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Niemann-Pick C. Foundation in Lorenzo's memory on behalf of his son, Teddy. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
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Schoolcraft -- Maye H. Schoolcraft, formerly a resident of Artesia, New Mexico, died March 4, 2001, following a short illness. She was born near Snyder, Oklahoma on July 10, 1913, to Charles and Ella Hickman. She came to New Mexico in 1933 and taught school in Torrance, Eddy and Mora Counties. After the death of her husband, she worked as a case worker for the New Mexico Department of Human Services in the Artesia Office until her retirement in 1978. Following her retirement, she did volunteer work and tended her vegetable and flower gardens. She belonged to the Artesia Hospital Auxiliary and was a member of the local AARP Chapter and the First United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jess Schoolcraft, and her son, Dwain Porter. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra Browne; son-in-law, Graham Browne; and granddaughters, Anne Browne and Rebecca Browne, all of Albuquerque; her son, John T. Hickman, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Hickman, of Roswell; and grandchildren; and great-grandchildren, Lori Romero, her husband, Freddie Romero, and their children, Joey Romero, Mary Romero and Alicia Romero, of Roswell; Tommy Hickman, his wife, Tanya Hickman, and their children, Nikki Hickman, Lorena Hickman, J.T. Hickman and Lani Hickman, of Sanger, Texas, Danny Hickman, his wife, Marcie Hickman, and their children, Regan Hickman, Tanner Hickman and Anna Hickman, of Pace, Florida, and Phil Hickman, his wife, Diana Hickman, and their child, Andrea Hickman of Mesa, Arizona. Services will be held at Terpening & Son Mortuary, 611 W. Grand Avenue, Artesia, New Mexico on Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Boys' and Girls' Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Sitgreaves -- Nettie Leone Sitgreaves, 83, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, March 3, 2001. She is survived by her brother, Russell Sitgreaves and wife, Yolanda of Albuquerque; nieces, Brenda of Alabama and Cynthia of Indiana; nephew, Eric of Indiana; and step-neices, Beverly of Albuquerque and Yolanda of Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Mary Sitgreaves, and brothers, Howard and Warren Sitgreaves. Cremation has taken place and private memorial services will be held at a later date. A special thank you to Los Palomas Nursing Home and the staff of Vista Care Hospice. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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Steiner -- A Memorial will be held for Zelda (Karnafel) Steiner Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Corrales, NM # 20 E. Valverde Rd. & Corrales Rd. Info 869-1728.
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Stevens -- Gilbert Ross Stevens, 83, passed away Sunday, March 4, 2001 in Aransas Pass, TX. He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Mr. Stevens is survived by his wife of 59 years, Juanita Stevens of Albuquerque; two daughters, Gail (Joseph) Hollinger and Barbara (David) Kingston, both of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Services in Albuquerque, NM are pending.
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Tirey -- Robert O. Tirey, 83, 1917 -2001 passed away Monday March 5, 2001 at his home in Los Lunas. He was born and raised in Texas, moving to New Mexico in 1941, where he met and married Leova Thompson of Portales. He and Leova raised two sons in Albuquerque where Robert was a registered pharmacist for 55 years, owning and operating Nob Hill Drug and Estancia Drug. He is survived by his wife, Leova of the family home; his sons, Wylie and wife, Ramona of Los Chavez, and Wayne and wife, Kathleen of Los Alamos; his grandson, Michael; his granddaughter, Karen and husband, Michael Browne; and two great-granddaughters, Kathryn and Carolyn. He is also survived by two brothers, Ray Tirey and family of Sun City, California and George B. Tirey of Falmouth, Massachusetts; and a sister-in-law, Gracie Tirey and family of Happy, Texas. Graveside Services for Mr. Tirey will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Thursday March 8, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. with full military honors. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen.
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