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Baklini -- Edward Andrew Baklini of Albuquerque died Monday, March 19, 2001, at Laurel View Healthcare after a long illness. He was born in Lynn, Massachusetts on July 24, 1919, the youngest of five children of Ayoub and Julia (Maloof) Baaklini. He was of Lebanese ancestry, husband of the late Genevieve (Maloof) Baklini, and a resident of Albuquerque for 44 years. Mr. Baklini was a World War II bomber navigator in the South Pacific in the 5th Air Force's 90th Bomber Group. Later he was an Air Force Systems Analyst and aeronautical engineer, retiring in 1973. He is survived by daughters, Joanne Stewart and her husband, Ronald, Christine Buchalter and her husband, Harvey; sons, Edward Baklini, Jr.; Robert Baklini and his wife, Lynn; as well as grandchildren, Ronald, Alicia, and Rebecca Stewart, Cara and Caroline Buchalter, and Amy, Sean and Susan Baklini. A Funeral Service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 23, 2001 at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel Ave NE. Father Dennis Garcia will officiate. Interment will follow at 12:30 pm in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of his arrangements.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Bruyere -- David L. Bruyere, 65, a resident of Corrales since the early '70s, died Tuesday, March 20, 2001. He is survived by his loving and faithful wife of 42 years, Nancy L. Bruyere; grandchildren, Natasha C. Kowalchuk, Joshua D. Kowalchuk and Patrick S. Kowalchuk, all of Corrales; sisters, Elaine Whatley and Audrey Fred, both of Florida; and many nephews, nieces and cousins of New York, Michigan, Florida and New Mexico. Mr. Bruyere was preceded in death by his daughter, Michele A. Bruyere-Kowalchuk; and brother, Robert Harold Bruyere. He was a Councilman, Fire Chief and volunteer fireman of Corrales. Mr. Bruyere owned a small engine and lawn mower business and he also worked for Ever Ready Oil Company. He was a member of the Senior Citizen Center and the Prostate Support Group. Mr. Bruyere served in the U.S. Marines. Services will be held Thursday, 12:00 noon, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Cremation will take place and private interment of cremains will be held at a later date. Pallbearers will be John Malone, Jr., Raef Schmidt, John Malone, Sr., Leonard Abeyta, Jim Fritts and Anthony Martinez. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until service time.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Candelaria -- Funeral services for Mr. Andrew A. Candelaria will be conducted this morning at 10:00 a.m. at the Placitas Presbyterian Church, with the Reverend Jane Harmes officiating. Interment will follow at the Placitas Land Grant Cemetery. Funeral services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St., NW, 898-3160
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Carver -- Joanne M. Carver transcended to her Heavenly Father on Thursday, March 15, 2001. She is survived by her four children, Phyllis, Andrea, Linus and Jared, all of Albuquerque; grandson, Allan Carver, also of Albuquerque; her beloved Aunt, Grace Sullivan of Calgary Alberta Canada; cousin, Lorie Carveth and daughter, Corey and husband, Frank of Calgary Alberta Canada; many friends, colleagues and relatives in both the United States and Canada. Joanne was born in Regina Saskatchewan Canada to Phyllis M. and Joseph P. Molter, and came to New Mexico to study at New Mexico State University, then to the University of Kentucky to obtain her Masters in Psychology and finally to the University of New Mexico Law School, graduating in 1974. She became one of the first women to serve as an Assistant District Attorney in Bernalillo County. She was instrumental in rewriting New Mexico Rape Laws and later, in her private practice beginning in 1977, argued several child custody cases in which she succeeded in obtaining custody for single fathers. Joanne was in private practice from 1977 until July 13, 1999. Joanne will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate to share time with her. Cremation has been performed and a private interment will be held at a later date in Regina Saskatchewan Canada, with family in attendance. A Rosary will be recited at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE, on Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. A Memorial Mass will also be celebrated for her at St. Charles on Saturday, March 24, 2001 beginning at 9:30 a.m. The family wishes to extend their warmest gratitude for all the prayers, generous personal assistance that was offered by many individuals during the difficult times that Joanne endured prior to her passing on.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Chavez -- Vera Soledad Maria Chavez, 60, a resident of Adelino, NM peacefully passed away at her home on Tuesday, March 20, 2001 while surrounded by her devoted family. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Tome, NM. She was preceded in death by her father, Ramon F. Sanchez. Vera is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Lawrence"Larry" Chavez; her five children, Ruth Groom; Mary Valdez and husband, Randy; Lawrence Pacheco; Dolores Pacheco and her financee, Roman Madrid; and Sheri Chavez; 11 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; her mother, Elisia Sanchez; her brothers and sisters, Emily Castro; Marcella Romero, Adolph Sanchez; Gloria Trujillo and husband, Ernest; Isabel Lovato and husband, Mike; Theresa Humphreys and husband, Terry; and Raymond Sanchez. She is also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews, and friends. A Visitation will be held on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Tome. Interment will follow in the Tome Parish Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Elojio Montano; Adolph and Raymond Sanchez; Ernest Trujillo; Mike Lovato; Terry Humphreys; Johnny Chavez; and George"Gejo" Romero. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Coleman -- Nancy Coleman, 59, a longtime resident of the South Valley, died Tuesday, March 20, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Bud Coleman of the family home; daughters, Darla Davidson and husband, Clint of McIntosh, NM and Terry Ladd of Albuquerque; sons, Matthew Coleman, Michael Coleman, and Marc Coleman, all of Albuquerque; 10 grandchildren; parents, Lorean Mackey and husband, Homer of Raton, NM; and brother, Larry Wingo and wife, Gwendolyn of Des Moines, NM. Mrs. Coleman was born in Raton and then moved to Albuquerque in 1962. She married Bud Coleman in 1977. Mrs. Coleman spent her life raising her five children. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She never met a stranger and was a friend to all she met. Cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled at Nancy�s request. Interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE, #101, 87108. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Cook -- Celeste Cook, 90, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died in Rancho Cucamonga, CA on Friday, March 16, 2001. She is survived by her son, Richard Cook of Rancho Cucamonga, CA; daughter, Valerie Frederick of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren and sixteen grea-grandchildren. Service will be held on Friday, March 23, 2001, 10:00a.m. at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, 7500 Paso del Norte NE, with Deacon Al McLane, officiating.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Cowles -- C. R. �Joe� Cowles, 85, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Wednesday, March 21, 2001. He is survived by his daughters, Suzanne Guest and husband, Jack of Albuquerque and Sandra Rivas of Tustin, CA; grandchildren, Lynn Mergl and husband, George, Lisa Rivas, Randy Guest and wife, Cindy, Greg Rivas and wife, Dawn, Jennifer Guest, Lesley Rivas, Vicki Lease and husband, Randy and Rick Guest and wife, Tihesha; great-grandchildren, Joseph, Amber, Brandon, Caitlin, Clayton and Nicholas; sister, Norma Jean Olson of Scotts, MI; brother, Howard Cowles and wife, Juanita of Shelbyville, MI. Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Marie Cowles in 1999. He was a member of Monte Vista Christian Church since 1954 where he served as an Elder. He also belonged to the Shriners, Masons and Elk's. Services will be held Saturday, March 24, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming NE with Dr. Fred Dorisse and Rev. Michelle Tatlock, officiating. Entombment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit Friday, March 23, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Drew -- Carl E. Drew, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died on Monday, March 19, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Bernice L. Drew of Albuquerque; daughters, Laurel Drew of Albuquerque and Marjorie Achong and husband, Robert of Tucson, AZ; grandson, R. Drew Achong of Perry, OK; granddaughter, Tamara U. Griffus and husband, Lawrence of Tucson, AZ; great-granddaughter, Sierra Griffus , also of Tucson; niece, Jean Finn of Dana Point, CA; and sister-in-law, Doris Driver of Denver, CO. Carl was a member of Christ Lutheran Church and of the Sanado Golf Group. Services will be held Friday, March 23, 2001, 10:30 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 7701 Candelaria Rd. NE with Pastor Greg Werdin and Pastor Wilbur Klattenhoff, officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE Thursday, March 22, 2001 from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran Church and School, 7701 Candelaria NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, 909 Virginia NE, #109, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Estrada -- Daniel J. Estrada, 63, passed away March 18, 2001. He was a longtime resident of Bernalillo, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents Ramon Estrada and Margaret Ybarra. Daniel is survived by his sisters, Laura Dominguez, Angie Lopez and husband, Oscar, Martha Carrie Lucero and husband, Frank, Mary Louise Guajardo and husband, Paul; brother Rudy Estrada and wife Karen; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss him. Memorial Services will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. A Memorial Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, 2001. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 23, 2001, with burial following at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. The family would like to thank everyone who was so kind and sympathetic at the time of their recent loss. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Garcia -- Lois V. Garcia, 91, a lifetime resident of New Mexico died, Sunday, March 18, 2001. She is survived by her children; son, Gabe Garcia and wife, Jo Ann of Albuquerque; daughter, Marina Gelpe and husband, Joel; son, Frank R. Garcia; daughter, Rose Echevaria and husband, Richard of California; and daughter, Catherine Garcia also of California; grandchildren, Sean, Sunshine, Alaina, and Stephen Garcia, Nanette Kautz, Nick Aiello, Elizabeth Smiley, and Frances and Jordan White; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Edna Wilton of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great nephews. Lois was preceded in death by her husbands, Frank V. Garcia and Leo Benetti; two sisters; and nice brothers. She was formally a resident of Taos, NM for many years and Hollywood, CA. A prayer service will be held Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd., NW. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona, SE. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery, Yale Blvd.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Garcia -- The family of Jennie (Juanita) Garcia wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Garlin -- Russell A. Garlin, 93, a resident of Albuquerque since 1975, died on Tuesday, March 20, 2001. He is survived by his daughter, Janice Richards and husband, David of Albuquerque, NM; son, Russell A. Garlin, II and wife, Zoe of Gilbert, AZ; grandsons, Craig Richards and wife, Joyce of Albuquerque, Tom Garlin and wife, Kellee of Woodstock, MD, Ted Garlin and wife, Leslye of Germantown, MD and Bill Garlin of Gilbert, AZ; granddaughters, Liz Dahlinger and husband, Kent of Albuquerque and Susan Garlin of Chandler, AZ; great-grandchildren, Joshua Richards, Taryn Dahlinger, Austin Dahlinger, Emillee Garlin and Brooke Garlin and many nieces and nephews. Russell was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Pauline Garlin. He began his career with TWA in Harrisburg, PA and later became station manager at some of the following cities: Reading, PA, Basra, Iraq, and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA where he then retired with 36 years of service. Russell was a member of the Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church and the Masonic Lodge in West Pittston, PA. He was an avid ham radio operator known as W5UKA and was a member of the Albuquerque Amateur Radio Club. Friends may visit on Friday, March 23, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. - � 9:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd N.E. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Burial will be held in Gravel Hill Cemetery in Palmyra, PA. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Fund c/o Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd N.E.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Garrison -- Esther R. Garrison, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, passed away at a local hospital on March 15, 2001. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Esther is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Meyer and her husband, Robert (Bob), of Albuquerque; her son, Lindy Garrison and his wife, Cindi, of Downey, CA; four grandchildren, Marnie Schultz, Jennifer Meyer, Brenden Garrison, Taryn Garrison; and one great-grandson, Alex Schultz. A Memorial Service will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 2001 at First Presbyterian Church Chapel, 215 Locust St NE. Reverend Myron White will officiate. Interment will take place at a later date in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of her arrangements.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Griego -- Jessie Griego, 71, from Algodones, NM, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died on Monday, March 19, 2001. Mrs. Griego is survived by her husband, Jake Griego; daughter, Marie Lopez and husband, Marty of Corrales, NM; sons, Jacob"JB" Griego of Albuquerque, James Griego and wife, Laverne of Albuquerque and Steven Griego and wife, Pricilla of Mesa, AZ; beloved friend and caregiver, Teresa Chavez; five grandchildren, Erica Lopez, Jesse Griego, Celena Griego, Christopher Griego and Nathan Griego; two sisters, Mandy Chavez, Vickey Archibecque,; four brothers, Tony Lovato, Casimiro Lovato, Jr. Benny Lovato and Gabriel Marquez. She was preceded in death by her brother, Pedro Lovato and sisters, Irene Sandoval and Frances Martinez. A Rosary will be recited, on Wednesday, March 21, 2001, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel. A Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, March 22, 2001, 1:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 4th & Alameda. Burial to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE. Friends may visit on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 from 2:00p.m. � 4:00p.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Road N.W. Pallbearers will be Gary Martinez, David Gurule, Bennie Anthony Lovato, Arthur Sandoval, Anthony Marquez and Michael Lovato. Honorary Pallbearers will be Johnny Martinez, Bobby Martinez, Alfred Sandoval, Jr., Carlos Marquez and Ralph Candelaria. If friends desire memorial contributions may me made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School Road NE, Suite 310, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or Multiple Sclorosis Society, 2015 Wyoming Blvd. Ste. F, Albuquerque, NM 87112. French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Road NW.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Hedges -- Lola Mae Hedges, 95, beloved mother and grandmother, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 21, 2001. Lola was born in Noble County, Oklahoma on July 20, 1905. She married J. W. Hedges and moved to Pecos, NM, and shortly thereafter they started their company known as Hedges Oil Co. Together they grew the company to be the largest independent retail gasoline company in New Mexico. They sold the company to Standard Oil of Indiana. They moved to Albuquerque in 1937. Lola served her family, neighbors and community with endless hours of devotion. She was a member of First Baptist Church for 63 years and worked with the homeless at Central Place and NoonDay Ministry. Lola is survived by her devoted and loving daughter, Mary Vernon and husband, Kenny; sons, Dr. Don W. Hedges of Albuquerque, Joseph Clouse of Albuquerque, Robert Clouse and wife, Edna of Flippin, AR, and Albert Clouse and wife, Nadia of Moriarty; sisters, Juanita Shaw of El Dorado, KS and Billie Worwag of Oklahoma City, OK; brother, Fred Hainds and wife, Shirley of Tijeras; and grandchildren, Jason Vernon, Dawson Hedges, Paul Hedges, Lonnie Clouse and wife Sherain, Bobby Clouse and wife, Sharon, Joe Clouse and wife, Sue, Pauline Farlow and husband, Joseph, and Rebecca Miller and husband, Larry. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Dennis Light officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Jason Vernon, Dawson Hedges, Paul Hedges, Lonnie Clouse, Bobby Clouse and Joe Clouse. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to NoonDay Ministry, P.O. Box 25451, 87187. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Hermanson -- Gordon Clyde Hermanson, Lt Col. USAF ret'd, a resident of Albuquerque since 1945, died Tuesday in a local hospital following a short illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn, in 1986. He is survived by his children, Karla Kristine Wonder; Paul Scott Hermanson and his wife, Mitzie; and Dale Lewis Hermanson, of the Fiji Islands; three granddaughters, Valerie Suzanne Hermanson; Shannon Carolyn Hermanson and Erica Kelly Hermanson, both of the Fiji Islands; his brother, Carroll L. Hermanson and his wife, Elaine, of Minnesota; and his beloved partner, Lucille Petersen. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, 2001 at Fitzgerald Chapel, 3113 Carlisle NE. Services will be at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, March 23rd at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School NE, with Pastor Larry Wright officiating. Interment will follow at 3:00 p.m. in the Santa Fe National Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, any contributions or gifts may be given in Gordon's memory to the St. Paul Lutheran Church Memorial Fund. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors are in charge of his arrangements.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Hunton -- Vera Orilla (Granny) Hunton, 86, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, was called home to be with the Lord Saturday, March 17, 2001, while surrounded by her loving family. Granny had a great interest in her crocheting; she liked working with flowers and plants, especially"Texas Bluebonnets"; she was employed with the Albuquerque Public Schools cafeteria for several years; she was a very religious person. Most of her life was spent in New Mexico. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her. We love you"Granny". She was preceded in death by her husband James; a son, Fred; and a daughter, Helen Leisure. Granny is survived by her loving children, James W. Hunton and wife, Shirley of Albuquerque and Mildred Self of Summerville, GA; 10 granchildren; and 18 great granchildren. She is also survived by five brothers, Lloyd Talley of Delta, Co, David Talley of Espanola, Claudie Talley of Tuscon, AZ, Vallon Talley and Curtis Talley both of Palisade, CO. A Memorial service will be conducted Friday at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Private interment will follow. Funeral services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St., NW, 898-3160
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Key -- Beatrice (Sandy) Lavonne Key closed her eyes and went with the Lord on Monday March 19, 2001. Sandy 59, was a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years. She was born in Seminole, OK on Jan 2, 1942. She is survived by her mother and step-father, Dorthy and Robert Stueber of Albuquerque; brother, Tom Carter and wife, Jeanine of Bisbo Beach, CA; daughter, Debra Zamora-Key of Albuquerque; son, Andrew J. Key and wife, Linda of Albuquerque; grandsons Tommy Martinez, Daniel Saiz, and Nick Martinez granddaughter, Jennifer Key, all of Albuquerque; five step-brothers and sisters, Johnny, Joannie, Janice, Jeanine, and Judy Stueber all of Albuquerque; three step-children, James Fowner, April Coleman, and Andrew Fowner, and their families. Various nieces and nephews. Mom was a Lover of Literature and pets, and leaves behind her cherished friend, Mariah (Ra-Ru). Rossay to be held Thursday, March 22, at 7:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Church at 7807 Edith NE. Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church at 9502 Fourth St. NW. Arrangements Handeled by Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Konitzer -- Monica Marie Konitzer, age 35, passed away in Albuquerque, NM, Friday, March 16, 2001 after a long illness. She was a graduate of St. Pius High School. Monica loved life to its fullest. She was an excellent cook. She loved her nephews and niece like her own. Monica was preceded in death by a brother, Francis Konitzer and sister, Cecelia Konitzer Sanchez. Monica will be forever missed and loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her parents, John and Eva Konitzer; two brothers, John Konitzer III and Richard Konitzer and wife, Janice; two sisters, Kathleen Armijo and Rita Helak and companion, Phillip Rivera; niece, Jacqueline Konitzer; nephews, Michael Armijo, Patrick Sanchez and Nicholas Helak; and special friend, Jack Brooks. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at the Newman Center 1815 Las Lomas Rd. NE, UNM campus at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 24, 2001. Cremation Arrangements by Sunrise Society of NM. ph-891-8200.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Lakeman -- Kelli Marie Lakeman July 22, 1973 - March 22, 1991Ten years ago today your death sent me on the longest and most difficult journey that a parent has to endure, that of surviving the death of their child. The Master Weaver had other plans for you, Kelli Girl. His plan for us who love you is to gain wisdom from such a loss. The wisdom is to acknowledge that such pain comes from loving another so greatly. You have blessed us with that gift of love which is possible from your beautiful spirit. Just as you shall always be forever young, we shall always be a family for families are truly forever. We love you. Your family.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Leon -- Florence Leon, 81, 15 year resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Boston, MA, died Sunday, March 18, 2001 following a lengthy illness. She is survived by her three children, Rick Leon of Park City, UT, John and Margaret Leon-Danenbarger of Salem, MA and Scott and Karen Hinkle of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren, Mone and Raina Leon, James, Lisa and Andrea Materese, Whitney and Wade Hinkle; siblings, Grace Hattub, Michael Hattub and Joseph Hattub, all of Newport, RI and Adeline Gray of Stoughton, MA; and special caretakers, Judy Wroblewski and Yvonne Person. Florence was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Leon; daughter, Geraldine Materese; and sisters, Lorraine Jabbour and Nuzlie Catalini. She was an avid volunteer for the March of Dimes and Albuquerque Community Foundation for over eight years. Private services will be held in Boston. In lieu of flowers, all donations may be made to March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation, 6001 Marble Ave. NE, Suite 1, 87110 or to Albuquerque Community Foundation, 3301 Menaul Blvd. NE, 87107. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Lovato -- Mr. Michael David Lovato, born June 16, 1949, a native of Albuquerque has taken the hand of God, Our Lord, and is now at peace. He is survived by his parents, Mary Lovato of Cypress, CA and Mike Lovato of Albuquerque, Silvia Apodaca and Priscilla Aragon; daughter, Melanie Goens of Albuquerque; sons, David Lovato of Albuquerque and Tobias Lovato of Cypress, CA; brothers, Paul Lovato of Moreno Valley, CA, James Lovato of Bernalillo and Phillip Lovato of Albuquerque; sisters, Carol Perez of La Palma, CA, Jeanette Garcia, of San Juan Capistrano, CA and Elizabeth Latten of Albuquerque; and grandchildren, Kyle Lovato, Elizabeth Goens and Alec Michael Lovato Gurule. Funeral Services for Mr. Lovato will be held on Thursday at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Lovato, James Lovato, Phillip Lovato, Nash Lovato, Tobias Lovato, Herman Montoya and Robert Griego. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Paniagua -- Evarista (Eva) Paniagua, 71, beloved wife, mother and grandmother was called home to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 18, 2001. Eva was born in Vinton, TX and was a resident of Albuquerque; she was a parishioner of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church; she was an incredible cook who enjoyed cooking for her family. Her hobbies were embroidering; doll collecting; and shopping at antique shops. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Jess Paniagua; her children, Roger Paniagua and wife, Yolanda of Albuquerque, Lucy Freeman of San Bernardino, CA, Luis Paniagua of Colton, CA; and a step-son, Michael Castillo of San Diego, CA; 14 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be today from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Casket bearers will be Roger Jr., Mario, Joey, Maurice, Rocko Paniagua and Sam Freeman. At the family's request memorial contributions may be made to Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th St., NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th St. NW. 898-3160
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Pargas -- Roberto Pargas Sr. May 10, 1895 - March 22, 1999BELOVED Husband, Father, Papawe thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. We think of you in silence, We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our heart. Your Loving family
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Peterson -- Elizabeth Peterson, 98, of the Sterling House in Urbandale, died March 13 of a heart ailment. The body was cremated and no services are planned. Burial will be at a later date at Gates of Heaven Cemetery in Albuquerque, N.M. Elizabeth Peterson was born in Boone. She graduated from Iowa State University and taught in Iowa. She was the County Extension Agent in Webster County and a part of the Home Economics Extension staff at Iowa State University in 1935. She moved to Wilmington, Del. to work for DuPont in public relations and retired in 1968 and moved to Albuquerque, N.M. She was a member of AAWW, Delta Zeta sorority, Home Economists in Business, Who's Who of American Women, Plaza of Heroines, ISU Chapter AH, and PEO of Albuquerque, N.M. She had conducted speeches across the United States on fabric development. She loved to travel and collected antique glass. She is survived by one sister, Marcia Watson of Johnston; three nieces and two nephews. One niece, Judith Carlson, is from Albuquerque. Memorial contributions can be made to PEO Educational Loan Fund, 3700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, Iowa 50312. McLarens Funeral Chapel in handling the arrangements.
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001

Sherman -- Dorothy E. Sherman, 83, a resident of Albuquerque for 18 years, died on Tuesday, March 20, 2001. She was born to Charles and Elizabeth Dean Field on October 9, 1917 in Taunton, MA. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Frederick L. Sherman; her son, Dr. Frederick C. Sherman and wife, Sam of Albuquerque; her daughter, Susan E. Sherman of Philadelphia; and grandchildren, Dr. Kristen K. Sherman of San Francisco, F. James Sherman of London, Nicole Jennifer Rosenberg of Boston and Sarah Elizabeth Rosenberg of Baltimore. Dorothy graduated from Bridgewater, MA., State Teacher�s College in 1939. She married in 1940 and raised her family in Taunton, MA and Cranston, RI. She received a MA in Elementary Education from Rhode Island College and returned to teaching 4th and 5th grade in Cranston, in addition to serving as the Vice Principal at Glen Hills Elementary School. She taught for 25 years winning many awards for her excellence in teaching. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher and friend. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2001, 10:00a.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Road NW, with Rev. Clyde Stanfield, Officiating. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to The Nature Conservancy, NM District, 212 E. Marcy, Santa Fe, NM 87501. .DMP
        Published on: Thu March 22, 2001