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Apodaca -- Pablo (Paul) Apodaca May 31, 1921 - March 17, 1997Just to say"Hello" & we miss you, especially when softball/baseball is starting. We still may shed a tear You still may be near It still is quite clear You were the best father ever!Say"hi" to mom!!!! We love & miss both of you very much! A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church on Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 5:30 p.m. Your loving children, Joe, Connie, Marleen, Johnny, Adeline, Anna Mae & Cael
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Biro -- Frank Joseph Biro, 87, a resident of Albuquerque for the past 50 years, passed away at home on March 12, 2001. He retired after a 30-year career in the US Air Force as a school administrator. Frank was a member of the Retired USAF Sergeant Association, a fourth degree Knight of Columbus, Fr. A.M. Mandalari Assembly, and was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. He also worked very closely with the St. Vincent de Paul Society and Catholic Social Services. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor (Kilgarif) Biro, of the family home; daughter, Maureen Hodock and her husband, Joseph; son, Frank Joseph Biro, Jr., all of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Michael, Stephen, Katharine, Analiese and John Hodock, all of Albuquerque; and his brother, Joseph Biro, of North Carolina. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 18, 2001 at Palm Chapel, Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE. A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated by Father Tom Mayefske at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 19, 2001 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, corner of San Pedro and Anderson SE. Interment will follow at 12:30 p.m. in National Cemetery in Santa Fe. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Frank's memory to St. Vincent de Paul Society or to Catholic Social Services of Albuquerque, or to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of his arrangements.
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Carpenter -- Richard N. Carpenter, 76, an Albuquerque resident since 1948, died Wednesday, March 14, 2001. He is survived by his daughters, Kitty Montano and husband, Jim of Cedar Crest, NM and Trish Kukowski and husband, Shawn of Rio Rancho, NM; son, Rick Carpenter and companion, Debbie David of Carnuel, NM; grandchildren, Jennifer Gonzales and husband, Scott of Albuquerque and Traci Squyers of Austin, TX; great-granddaughter, Hailey Gonzales of Albuquerque; sister, Gladys Lovejoy of Wautoma, WI; brothers, Jarrett Carpenter of Scottsdale, AZ and Darwin Carpenter of Madison, WI; several nieces and nephews; former wife, Doni Carpenter; very special friends, Carol Wingert and Jay Mitchell, all of Albuquerque. Mr. Carpenter was a US Navy veteran of WWII where he served on an LST. He was retired from Sandia National Labs. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 19, 2001 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire; contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in Mr. Carpenter's memory. Friends may visit on Sunday, March 18, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE
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Castleberry -- Bonnie H. Castleberry, 93, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away March 15, 2001 in Visalia, CA where she had lived since 1991. Mrs. Castleberry was a long time resident of New Mexico, moving from Houston, TX to Los Alamos in 1946. Her husband, Thomas Castleberry preceded her in death in 1984. Together they lived and worked in Los Alamos, Espanola and Santa Fe. Prior to 1991, she was active in the Baptist Church in Albuquerque. She was a pianist and organist for many years. Her daughters, Bonnie Estes of Visalia, CA and Jeri Crowe of Los Alamos and Albuquerque; six grandchildren, including Jay Crowe, Sam Crowe, Barrie Beverley and Michele Shannon all originally from Los Alamos; and four great-grandchildren, survive her. Memorial Services were held in Visalia, CA.
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Chavez -- Mr. Rumaldo M. (Archie) Chavez, 50, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on March 15, 2001. Mr. Chavez is the beloved husband of 30 years to Pearl Chavez. He is also survived by two daughters, Veronica Chavez and Elizabeth Chavez; one son, Dominic Chavez; two sisters, Rosie Chavez and Debbie Felten and husband Mike; two brothers, Dickie Chavez and wife Rosa and David Chavez and wife, Dana; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Stella Trujillo; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Chavez fought a courageous battle with cancer, he was a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the Vietnam Era. He loved hunting, fishing and loved the great outdoors. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with visitation after 9:00 a.m. Brother Bobby Trujillo, officiating. Pallbearers will be Eddie Trujillo, Andres Chavez, Frank Lujan, Ron Faris, Frank Ramiaez and Louis Lujan. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mario Ramiaez, Carlos Chavez, Dave Lujan, Jose Chavez, Leopoldo Chavez, Steve Chavez, Anthony Chavez, Mike Felten and Gabriel Trujillo. Interment will follow at the Sandia Memory Garden Cemetery with military honors by the D.A.V. Chapter #3. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Chavez -- Rosa B. Chavez, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, passed from this earth on Thursday, March 15, 2001 to begin her new journey. Rosa was preceded in death by her husband, Juan Chavez; and daughter, MaryAnn Chavez. She is survived by her children, Cecilia Padilla and husband, Roger Sr., Arturo Chavez and wife, Barbara, Leonard Chavez and wife, Dolly, Tony Chavez and wife, Mary, Carmen Benavidez and husband Orlando, Sofie Giron and husband, Gene, Robert Chavez and wife, Esther, Moises Chavez and wife, Julia, Angie Hutson and husband, John. Rosa had many loving grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren, and will always be remembered for her loving and forgiving nature. Pallbearers will be Ronald Padilla, Donald Padilla, Eric Giron, Robert Lee Padilla, Gary Padilla and Juan Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Johnny and Tony Chavez. Rosary will be recited Sunday, 7:00 p.m., at St. Edwin Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:30 a.m., at St. Edwin Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW, with Father Jose Hernandez, Celebrant. Interment will follow. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Gillespie -- Judy Gillespie, 59, resident of Albuquerque for three years, went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Jay Gillespie; son, R. Steve Gillespie and wife, Jane of Shawnee, KS; daughter, Susan Farley and husband, Ron of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Ryan, Michael and Andrea Gillespie and Jason Farley; mother, Lois �Mema French Stewart of Albuquerque; sister, Linda S. Butler and husband, Pat of Colorado Springs, CO; brothers, Jack T. Stewart and wife Linda Beth, Chester French Stewart and wife, Diana, Bob H. Stewart and wife, Barbara, and Rick T. Stewart and wife, Brenda all of Albuquerque; uncles, aunts, cousins and many friends all around the U.S. and the world. Judy was a gifted interior designer and she freely gave of her design talents to bless friends & family members. All of the French Mortuary Facilities and the Sunset Memorial Park Administration building were decorated by Judy. Her hobby was building, decorating, and furnishing a beautiful miniature doll house. Music was a great part of her life and a beautiful way she would minister for the Lord. She was an organist for the Free Methodist Church of Lawrence, Kansas, for 20 years. While her husband was stationed in the United Arab Emirates with the U.S. Geological Survey, the lord used her talents with the keyboard to help lead the worship services at the Evangelic Church of Al Ain. But most of all she adored all her grandchildren. Services will be held Monday, 4:00 p.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd., NW with Rev. Winfred Walker and Rev. Gerald R. Farley officiating. Entombment will take place at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be Pat Butler, Jack T. Stewart, Chester French Stewart, Bob H. Stewart and Rick T. Stewart. Friends may visit French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, Sunday from 5:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. Friends may make contributions to Gideons International, P.O. Box 80035, Albuquerque, NM, 87108.
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Gluck -- Edward Samuel Gluck was born on August 21, 1917 in New York City and died on February 22, 2001 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He had been recovering from a surgery since early in December. Ed visited New Mexico many times during the years but made Albuquerque his home only in July of 2000. Ed was born the fifth of six children. His father was a Hungarian immigrant and his mother was the daughter of the sheriff of a small rural county in Virginia. For many years, the family lived on the upper west side of N.Y. and worked as waiters and cooks in the large midtown hotels (his aunt Fanny claimed that she invented the"Waldorf Salad"). This situation resulted in the tradition of a family of very modest means enjoying large sumptuous dinners late at night as the leftovers were brought home after work. As expected, Ed developed a taste for fine food and kept the family tradition going by introducing his nieces, nephews and friends to the delights. Other than for this extravagance, Ed traveled light and simply. Beginning around 1940 Ed spent many years as a merchant seaman where he worked as an oiler and then as an engineer. He spoke little about his WW ll experiences other than for an occasional oblique reference to dangerous north Atlantic crossings and the carnage of Guadelcanal. His life on the sea encouraged his fascination with the world and its people. He was always well read, up to date and interested. He ended his work life as a maintenance engineer and staunch union man for the NYC sanitation department. Unfortunately, after the WWII his body began to fail him and he developed an extremely painful and progressive arthritic condition. For the rest of his life he confronted the debilitation and refused to the end to allow it to dominate him. Instead, he exercised and walked everywhere he could. On his earlier visits to New Mexico he repeatedly and happily urged his body up the demanding La Luz trail in the Sandia Mountains. Ed was truly a New Yorker and mixed himself with the street life of the city. His friends were artists, loan sharks, cooks, stone-masons, bar tenders and some of the homeless men who lived near his apartment. Ed was a caretaker. He cared attentively to his elderly mother, chronically ill brother and sister, and any infirmed friend who could do with a little conversation. Although he never married he loved children and was fascinated by infants. He gave generously to charities especially having to do with the protection of the environment, wild life and animals. He is survived by his nieces and nephews in New York, Michael, Bruce, Charles, Caroline, Peter, Paul and Amy; and his New Mexico Family, Charlene, Katie, Jay, Craig, John, and his dear friend Marian. We all wanted him to be close by and to stay a while.
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Harrison -- Elizabeth O. Harrison, 85, a resident of Gallup, NM for six years, previously of Shiprock, NM passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2001. She was born August 28, 1915 in Bluff, UT. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her daughter, Carol E. Harrison and her husband, Sam Harrison. She is survived by her daughters, Janice Freeland and husband, Franklin of Gallup and Theda Toledo of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Jeffrey and Lance Freeland, Onshea Beasley, and Loren Toledo; and great-grandson, Nakai David Freeland. A Funeral Service was held at Bethany Christian Reformed Church in Gallup on February 28, 2001. Interment was held at Greenlawn Cemetery in Farmington, NM on March 1, 2001.
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Lucero -- Jerlean Merritt Lucero, born September 16, 1932, has returned the breath of life to Jehovah who gave it. She was preceded in death by her only son, Robert, and daughter, Terry. She is survived by Nash Lucero, her husband of 35 years; daughters, Pamela Marcum and husband, Jim, Judy Trujillo and Fred, Kathy Mort and husband, Terry, Debbie McDonald, Darla Michael and husband, Gary, and by Vickie Pierson and husband, James. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service is planned for Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 2:00 p.m., at Salazar and Sons, 400 3rd SW. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Lucero. (891-8200)
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Luna -- Annie Luna, 91, a life-long resident of Albuquerque, passed away at her home on March 9, 2001. She is survived by her great-niece, Gloria Little, of Kailua, HI; great-nephew Leo Luna; great-great-nephew Richard Burns; great-great-nieces, Lisa Smith and Michelle Kava; and dear friends Karl and Becky Thomas; and Herman Burns. A Rosary will be recitedby Deacon Joe Lucero on Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. in Fern Chapel, Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE. A Scripture Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 19, 2001 at Mt. Calvary Chapel, 1900 Edith Blvd NE. Interment will follow immediately afterwards. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of her arrangements.
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Miller -- Edward Miller, age 78, passed away March 16, 2001. Services are pending and will be announced. Arrangements by French Mortuary.
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Platero -- Dan Platero a resident of Canoncito, NM passed away Thursday, March 8, 2001. Funeral Services will be conducted this morning at 10:00 a.m. at The Word of God Church in Canoncito, NM. Interment will follow at Canoncito Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street, NW.
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Quinn -- Elizabeth Reid Quinn, age 90, died March 14, 2001 at her home in Albuquerque. She was a pioneer in the early development of New Mexico's securities industry and the first woman to become an associate member of the New York Stock Exchange. Elizabeth and her husband, Arthur Quinn, opened the first Quinn and Company investment banking office in downtown Albuquerque in 1946 with their savings of $6,000.00, sharing a pay phone with the restaurant next door. By 1979 the firm had grown to 11 offices throughout New Mexico and in Denver, Phoenix and El Paso. Arthur Quinn passed away in 1982. The Quinns literally educated small villages and towns throughout New Mexico in public finance (the issuance of municipal bonds) for public projects of all kinds, especially in school districts, and Quinn and Co. soon became the leading bond house in the State. The firm also handled investments in common stock and other securities. In 1947 it participated in the first public offering of shares in Public Service Co. of New Mexico, and in 1956 became the first New Mexico based firm to become a member of the New York Stock Exchange. When the Quinns retired in 1977 they established another precedent by transferring ownership of the firm to all the employees. Elizabeth Quinn was far more than a successful businesswoman. She was an elegant and generous participant in the social and philanthropic life of the Albuquerque community. She served on numerous boards and committees such as Albuquerque Boys Club, Casa Angelica, Lovelace Medical Foundation, United Community Fund, The Catholic Foundation, Archdiocese of Santa Fe, and the Municipal Redevelopment Task Force of Albuquerque. She was a central figure in fund-raising, especially for Catholic charities and education. In 1990, she received the Distinguished Alumna Award from her alma mater, the University of Wyoming. One of many letters written on her behalf said,"with all the admiration and respect I have for Mrs. Quinn, may I say that I also love her. She inspires that devotion. One seldom encounters a person that combines her qualities of professionalism and humanness." Elizabeth, childless herself, had an abiding interest in the lives of her friends, and especially their children. It would not be an overstatement to describe Elizabeth Quinn as beautiful, inside as well as out. She was perennially voted one of Albuquerque's"best dressed women", and asked to model at fund-raising fashion shows. At the same time she was always there for anyone seeking her favor or counsel, listening and responding with good sense and sympathy. Elizabeth educated many securities professionals over the years, most of whom have remained in the business as a career. Elizabeth was raised in Torrington, Wyoming, one of six brothers and sisters. Among her numerous nephews and nieces is Boyd Dowler, former All Pro tight end for many years with the Green Bay Packers. A sister, Kay Dowler lives in Cheyenne, Wyoming and another, Jean McDonald, in San Diego, California. In Albuquerque she leaves behind many long-time devoted friends, especially the McGuckin and Cronican families, and Dr. Michael Donnellan and wife Beverly; and in California her adopted son, Charles E. Coughlin, Jr. Funeral Mass will be held at San Felipe de Neri Church in Old Town, Monday, March 19, 2001 at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. 1900 Edith NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Honorary Pallbearers are five devoted ladies who cared for Elizabeth for the past many months, Patricia Ramirez, Tyrae Lueras, Irene Trujillo, Marguarite Babcock, and Michelle Johnsonbaugh. The arrangements for Elizabeth Quinn are under the direction of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors.
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Sabo -- Denes (Dan) Sabo, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on Sunday, March 11, 2001 surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife, Betty; five children and their families, which include fourteen grandchildren. He also leaves behind a sister; a brother; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Veteran of World War II, Dan served as an officer in the United States Army Air Corp of Engineers. He moved to New Mexico in 1953. Licensed in the state of New Mexico and a longtime member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, he spent his professional life working for the Council of Governments, New Mexico State Highway Department and Albuquerque Metropolitan Flood Control Authority. He was recognized for his tireless efforts as a volunteer for a number of local charities including the Albuquerque Museum Foundation and St. Joseph Healthcare Foundation. A Memorial Service will take place in the Albuquerque Museum Sculpture Garden on Monday, March 19, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions made to the Albuquerque Museum Foundation, PO Box 7006, Albuquerque, NM 87194-7006 or St. Joseph Healthcare Foundation, PO Box 25555, Albuquerque, NM 87125 would be deeply appreciated. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of Delta Hospice for their loving care and support.
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Sanchez -- Salvador Sanchez Sr., 89, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, March 10, 2001 in Loma Linda, CA. He is survived by his son, Salvador Sanchez Jr. and wife, Connie of California; adopted son, Anthony Sanchez and wife, Bonnie of Rio Rancho; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Sanchez in November 1999. Mr. Sanchez was a veteran of WWII and served in the US Navy. He was a member of American Legion Post 69. Rosary will be recited Friday March 16, 2001 7:00 PM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, 7807 Edith NE. Mass will be celebrated Saturday March 17, 10:00 AM at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th Street NW. Interment will follow at Alameda Cemetery. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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Simbaña -- Juan Francisco Simbaña, 71, a resident of Albuquerque since 1988, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2001. He was born September 29, 1929 in Quito, Ecuador. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Maria Simbaña; three sons and one daughter, Jose"Pepe" and his wife, Ellen Griffiths, their children, Mari, Nina, Emily Margaret and Francisco Jose, of Albuquerque, Dolores"Gloria" and husband, Ricardo Perez, their children, Mauricio, his wife, Monica, and Alfredo, of Albuquerque, Francisco Jr. and his wife, Nancy, their children, Juan Carlos and Alexandra, of Albuquerque, Jaime and his wife, Blanca Usiña, their children, Jaime Orlando and Daniel, of Toronto, Canada; and his brothers and sisters in Quito, Ecuador. Francisco was a maitre d' for two past Presidents of Ecuador, a chef for several embassies in Quito, and an entrepreneur before coming to Albuquerque. Francisco was the pillar of his family and a leader of his community. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be missed by all who knew him. His family would like to express special appreciation to Dr. Rosina Finley for her care and support to the family. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Sunday, March 18, 2001 at Fern Chapel, Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE. A Funeral Service will be performed at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 19, 2001 at Palm Chapel at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of his arrangements.
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Stearley -- Dorothy Stearley, 82, a 12-year resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, March 8, 2001. She is survived by her sons, Jim Stearley and wife, Ginny of Duncansville, PA and Bob Stearley and wife, Diane of Edgewood, NM; daughter, Kathy Stearley of Tulsa, OK; brother, Robert Scheeler of Bartlesville, OK; sisters, Barbara Kimberling of Lincoln, NE, Marilyn Allen of Tyler, TX, and Betty Jarvis of Heidriek, KY; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard and a granddaughter. Mrs. Stearley was a member of Hoffmantown Church. She was a former member and officer of the Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Stearley was choir director for many years at First Baptist Church in Gibbon, NE. She and her husband owned and operated the Sterle Restaurant, Motel, and gas station in Gibbon, NE for many years. She was an accomplished pianist, organist, and a wonderful caring mother. Graveside service will be held Saturday, March 17, 2001, 4:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Treviño -- Funeral Services for Emily Michelle Trevino will be held on Saturday at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Williams -- Kenneth Howard Williams, much loved by his family and friends, went to be with his Lord Jesus on Wednesday, March 15, 2001. Kenneth was born in Viola Township, Iowa on April 10, 1918. He was the oldest of three sons born to Roy Williams and Bell Dawson. Both of his brothers, Walter and Dallas preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughter Linda Simons and husband, Jim; three grandchildren, Kenneth Simons and wife, Cindy, Troy Simons and wife, Ruth, Lawrence Simons and wife, Cara; two great-grandchildren, Benjamin Simons and Abigail Simons; two nephews, Lee Williams of Betendorf, Iowa, and Dennis Williams and wife, Ronda; and grandnephews Anson and Brandon of Des Moines, Iowa; one niece, Vicki Denka and family of Clinton, Washington; one cousin Wynona King of Maning, Iowa; and a host of nieces and nephews from his extended family. His beloved wife, Glenelle, preceded him in death on February 7, 2001. Kenneth served his country as an Airplane Maintenance Technician during World War II in the United States Army 388th Air Service Squadron in the Pacific. He attained the rank of Staff Sergeant and received the Good Conduct Medal, the Distinguished Unit Badge, and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon. He was honorably discharged on October 5, 1945. Kenneth retired from Sandia National Laboratories after 37 years of dedicated service. Kenneth was a member of the Del Norte Baptist Church. Memorial Services will be held Monday, March 19, 2001, 12:00 Noon at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Friends may visit Sunday, March 18, 2001 from 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Chapel. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery following the Memorial Service.
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