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Alire -- Consuelo Moya Alire, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, April 16, 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Bernadette Salazar and husband, David; two sons, Fernando Alire and wife, Bernadette and Ramon Alire and wife, Susan all of Albuquerque; Nine grandchildren, Stephanie, Melissa, Domonic, Marissa, Joseph, Mariah, Tyler, Lorenzo, and Andrew; one sister, Claudina Romero and husband, Ben of Santa Fe, NM; two brothers, Delfin Moya and wife, Lupe of El Rito, NM and Ramon Moya and wife, Theresa of Santa Fe, NM; also numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends. Consuelo was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday, 1:30 p.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix NE. French Mortuary � Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
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Atencio -- Cora M. Atencio went home to be with the Lord April 16, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Toby V. Atencio of Albuquerque; four children, Jeannie Mondragon and husband, Joe of Clarendon, TX; Kathy Atencio, Toby Ray Atencio and wife, Janet, and Richard Atencio and wife, Emma of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren, Joshua, Janiah, and Jacob Mondragon, Zachary and Luis Atencio, and Brandy, Jennifer, Taylor, and Quentin Atencio, and six sisters, Elia Trujillo and husband, Steve, Evelyn Castner, Carla Brewster, and Priscilla Brigham of Albuquerque, Rosalie Martinez and husband, Jay of Santa Fe, and Olinda Grimley of LA, Calif. Cora taught at Bernalillo Elementary School for 40 years from 1954 to 1994. She was loved by three generations of students. She taught Spanish at St. Johns United Methodist pre-school for the last seven years. She also taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible school at Second Presbyterian Church and was a deacon there. Mark 10:14 Let the little children come to me. Mark 10:16 And she took the children in her arms and blessed them. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, April 20, 2001 at Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith Blvd NE, at 10:30 a.m.. Gifts should be sent to Second Presbyterian Church in her memory. Arrangements were made by French Mortuary.
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Barry -- Samuel Barry, 82, beloved and devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, was called home to with the Lord, Saturday, April 14, 2001. Samuel was born in Durango, CO on April 6, 1919 and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM; he was a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church; and was a proud veteran of the United States Army, who served our country during World War II. He retired as a Union Cement Finisher. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sarah in 1999, whom he missed very much. He is survived by his loving children, Matthew, Randy and wife, Cipie, Dennis and Minerva, Benny and wife, Margaret, Ricky and wife, Marina, Sammy Barry, and Gloria Banks; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are one brother, Rudy Barry; one sister, Josie Silva; other relatives, and a host of friends. He will be sadly missed by his loving family and those who knew and loved him. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. A Private Interment will follow at a later date. Casket bearers will Mr. Barry's sons, Matthew, Randy, Dennis, Benny, Ricky, and Sammy Barry. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW. 898-3160
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Burand -- Willow M. Burand, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1990, died Sunday, April 15, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Jean Burand of Albuquerque; son, Charles R. Burand of Monticello, UT; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and brothers, Donald Burand and wife, Lola of Adrian, MI and Dale Burand and wife, Vera of Midwest City, OK. Mr. Burand married Jean Kerr April 10, 1943 in Montgomery, AL. He graduated from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. He spent many years working in Alaska for the state and taught at the University. Mr. Burand was a veteran of the Army Air Corps of WWII. He was a member of Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church. Memorial services will held Thursday, April 19, 2001, 3:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Rev. Phil Butin officiating. Ennichment will take place at the Shepherd of the Valley Columbarium. In lieu of flowers, please lend a hand to someone in need or memorial contributions may be made to The Storehouse, 106 Broadway SE, 87102 or to a favorite charity. Arrangement by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Campbell -- Erma Gertrude Campbell, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died on Wednesday, April 18, 2001. She is survived by her son, Kenneth W. Campbell Jr. and wife, Betty of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Robin Campbell and wife, April and Eric Campbell, all of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Dillon and Dayton; sister, Nancy Brandt and husband, John of Harrisburg, PA; and brother-in-law, Lee Campbell and wife, Carolyn of Anaheim, CA; Erma was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth W. Campbell Sr., in 1987. Erma was a pioneer member of Hoffmantown Baptist Church and worked at Sandia National Labs for 17 years. Services are pending.
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Carroll -- Billy M. Carroll, 65, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, died Monday, April 16, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Isabel Baca Carroll; daughters, Dorothy Carroll and husband, Henny Allen, Lydia Carroll and Elizabeth Carroll and husband, Mike Koski, all of Albuquerque; sons, Robert Carroll and wife, Charlene of Manassas, VA and Billy Carroll and wife, Melissa of Albuquerque; stepsons, Jim Satches and Tommy Larkey, both of Albuquerque; ex-wife, Charlene Koski of Rio Rancho; eight grandchildren; brothers, Pete Carroll and Leon Carroll, both of Lawton, OK; and step-sister, Nada Knowles of Pauls Valley, OK. Mr. Carroll proudly served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force and an additional 20 years as a Civil Servant at Kirtland AFB. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Gabriella Nieto reciting. Services will be held Friday, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW, with Deacon Gene Tuma officiating. Interment will take place at 12:00 o�clock noon, at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with full military honors provided by KAFB Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be Jim Satches, Robert Carroll, Billy Carroll, Tom Larkey, Henny Allen and Fred Gutierrez. Honorary pallbearers will be Louie Martinez, Stan Koski, Rick Salazer and NA Collins. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to rosary time. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Carrie Tingley Children's Foundation, 1128 University Blvd. NE, 87102. Goodbye Billy, you are loved and will be dearly missed. Happy fishing. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Castillo -- Funeral Services for Mrs. Gloria Castillo will be held on Thursday at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Copeland -- James D. Copeland, 85, died Tuesday, April 17, 2001 of complications from emphysema. Born April 21, 1915 in Elkins, NM ninth of ten children, he had a fascinating life. Joining the Navy in 1939, he became a pilot and served in the Pacific. He met his beloved wife of 46 years, Margaret in Australia. Retiring in London in 1963, he returned to New Mexico and lived here the remainder of his life. Independent to the end, he walked to the hospital one week before he passed away. He is survived by his daughter, Pamela of New Jersey and her husband, Michael; son, Robert and his wife, Karen of Santa Fe. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret. Cremation has taken place.
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Cowles -- Steven W. Cowles, 48, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, April 15, 2001. He is survived by his father, Terry Cowles of Albuquerque; sister, Lynda Turner and husband, Frank of Albuquerque; brother, Mike Cowles and wife, Ruth Anne of Farmington; nieces, Rena Treacher and husband, Eric and Riki Bronstein and husband, Jeff, all of Albuquerque; nephews, Chris Cowles and wife, Angela, Ryan Cowles, all of Albuquerque, and Cody Cowles of Farmington; great nephews, Jake and Jon Bronstein of Albuquerque; special friend and cousin, Mitch Chapman of Council Bluffs, IA; and numerous relatives and friends and many hunting buddies. He was preceded in death by his mother, Irene Cowles in 1987. Steve was born in Albuquerque and graduated from Sandia High School in 1971. He loved hunting, fishing and the beauty of the mountains. Steve was a superb artist in drawing and sculpting. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place and a memorial reception will be held Friday, April 20, 2001, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at his father's residence. Should friends desire, memorial ontributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 2021 Girard Blvd. SE, Suite 201, 87106. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Cox -- The family of Kenneth Cox mourns his passing on April 17, 2001, at the age of 84. He was born in Beaverton, Michigan, on December 26, 1916, and grew up in Plainville, OH. After graduating from Terrace Park High School, he worked in the Snake River Canyon, Idaho, with the Civilian Conservation Corp, and, later as a machinist. He served in the Army Air Corp during World War II, stationed in the Pacific, decorated for service and honorably discharged September 8, 1945. On April 21, 1943, he married R. Janet Quinn. After the war they returned to Cincinnati, OH, and began a family. Like his father before him, he became a carpenter and contractor. In 1953, he moved his family to Albuquerque building homes in Albuquerque, Gallup and Socorro for the next 25 years. He retired to Yrissari, N.M. 1978, where he raised goats, horses, chickens and dogs. He is survived by his sister, Irene Cox of Santa Fe; his wife of 58 years, Janet; his son, Patrick and his daughter Darlene, all of Yrisarri; his son, Stephan, wife, Julie and granddaughter Tracy, of Phoenix; and his son, Michael, wife, Sharon Sivinski, and grandchildren Eric, Becca, and Megan, all of Albuquerque. He will be greatly missed. Memorial service, Friday, April 20, 2001 at 12:00 noon, First Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Alb. The family would like to express thanks to the people at the Lovelace Hospice for their exceptional concern and care during the last three weeks of his life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lovelace Hospice, 5400 Gibson Blvd. SE, Bldg 18, Alb. NM.
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Diaz -- Mark Diaz, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, April 15, 2001. He is survived by his companion, Gladys Knighton and family of Albuquerque. Mr. Diaz was a member of Heights Seventh-Day Adventist Church. He enjoyed attending dances at the Senior Citizen Centers across Albuquerque. Memorial Services will be held Friday, April 20, 2001 at 2:00 p.m., at Heights Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 4920 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Wayne Gayton officiating. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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Fischer -- Mr. John Francis Fischer, age 86, died Saturday, April 14, 2001 at Flagler Hospital. He was born in New Jersey and has been a resident of St. Augustine for the past 22 years. Mr. Fischer was a CPA and was a Vice President of the Sterling Drug Co. where he worked for many years in South America. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Memorial Services were held on Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with Rev. William C. Mooney, Pastor, officiating. flowers are gratefully declined, those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to the Corpus Christi Building Fund, P.O. Box 3064 St. Augustine, FL 32085. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Alma Fischer of St. Augustine; one daughter, Patricia Drewett of Albuquerque, NM; one brother, Father James Fischer, S.J. of Rochester, NY; and two grandchildren. Croyle Funeral Home, 209 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd. is in charge of arrangements.
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Gadevaia -- Pat Gadevaia, long time New Mexico and Albuquerque resident followed Christ to Heaven on Resurrection Sunday, April 15, 2001. After gracing this earth for 80 years, his legacy is carried by surviving family, wife, Marion; daughters, Pam and Maria; son, Paul; grandsons, Chad, Aaron, Phil and Nelson; granddaughter, Christine. Pat, a retiree from the City of Albuquerque, will be joined by family and friends in a celebration of his life at the Gate of Heaven Chapel and Cemetery, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE, Albuquerque, NM April 19, 2001. Rosary at 11:00 a.m. immediately followed by Mass and graveside commendation.
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Galvin -- DORIS MARTIN GALVIN May 25, 1920 - April 5, 2001Interment Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 20, 2001 at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Family and friends are invited to a reception at Four Hills Country Club from 4:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. that same afternoon to share memories. The family wishes to thank everyone for their calls, cards, flowers and expressions of sympathy. Donations in Doris' memory may be made to the Feeding the Homeless Program at First United Methodist Church in Albuquerque or to Joy Junction. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 821-0010.
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Galvin -- DORIS MARTIN GALVIN May 25, 1920 - April 5, 2001 Interment services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 20, 2001 at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Family and friends are invited to a reception at Four Hills Country Club from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. that same afternoon to share memories. The family wishes to thank everyone for their calls, cards, flowers and expressions of sympathy. Donations in Doris' memory may be made to the Feeding the Homeless Program at First United Methodist Church in Albuquerque or to Joy Junction. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 821-0010.
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Gonzales -- Miguel A. Gonzales, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953 and former resident of Santa Fe, died Tuesday, April 17, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Eileen Gonzales of Albuquerque; daughters, Mary Magdalene Ortiz and husband, Sam and Mercedes Romero and husband, Reymundo, all of Santa Fe; stepsons, David Paul Lopez and companion, Patty Lehto of Albuquerque and Phillip Lopez and wife, Priscilla of Raton, NM; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Otila Gonzales of Albuquerque; his beloved dog, Valentino; and many other nephews and nieces. Miguel was preceded in death by his parents, Tomas and Trinidad Gonzales; brothers, Reyes and Tomas Gonzales; sister, Beatrice Smith; and stepmother, Anecita Gonzales. He was born in Abiquiu, New Mexico on October 26, 1915. He graduated from St. Michael's High School in 1935. Mr. Gonzales served as a Deputy U.S. Marshal for 30 years, retiring in 1974. He then began a new career as Court Bailiff in the 2nd Judicial District, serving under District Court Judges H. Vern Payne, Gerald R. Cole and William Deaton. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, 7500 Paseo Del Norte NE, with Monsignor Leo Lucero, Celebrant. Honorary pallbearers will be David Lopez, Galen Lopez, Sammy Michael Ortiz, John Robert �Bobby Ortiz, J.R. Romero, Pat Romero and remaining grandchildren and step-grandchildren. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Griego -- Mr. Manuel Griego Jr. died Sunday in Albuquerque at the age of 81. Mr. Griego was a Disabled World War II Veteran having served in the Elysian Islands during the Japanese Invasion and serving in Germany. After becoming disabled, Mr. Griego did occasional service work. He was very knowledgeable in the political history of New Mexico as well as the Nation. Mr. Griego is preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Cipriana Griego; sisters, Antonia (Toni) Atencio of Albuquerque, and Victoria (Vickie) Baca of Las Vegas, NV; brothers, Eduardo (Lalo) Griego of Albuquerque, and Benjamin (Ben) Griego of Albuquerque. Mr. Griego is survived by his brother, John F. Griego of Los Lunas, NM; sisters, Emma Trujillo of San Bernadino, CA, and Anita Jaramillo and husband, Earl of Las Vegas, NV; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Griego will be held on Friday at Holy Ghost Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be John F. Griego Jr., Ron Griego, Sean Laubert, Ron Skelly, Orlando (Dito) Gonzales and Alex Sullivan. A Rosary for Mr. Griego will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Gutierrez -- Rev. Frank Duran Gutierrez, pastor of El Sendero De La Cruz, known for his love of Christ and desire to bring others to know HIM. Mr. Gutierrez passed Monday, April 16, 2001 in his home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Edwina Espinosa Gutierrez. He is loved by his four surviving children, Frankie, Sylvia, David and Louisa and is preceded by his two daughters, Margaret and Rose Ann Gutierrez. His family includes 17 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. Gutierrez is also survived by older brother, Casey and younger brother, Louis. He is preceded by ten siblings. Mr. Gutierrez founded El Sendero De La Cruz Church located at 2109 Williams Street, Albuquerque, NM, 87102 in 1953. Over the years providing love and guidance to his congregation, family and friends. He also provided joy and laughter to the many children around him. Funeral Services will be held at El Sendero De La Cruz, Thursday, April 19, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. and Friday, April 20, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Burial follows Friday services at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers include, Frank, David, Rocky, Robert and David Gutierrez and Carlos Rivas. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary,400 Third St. SW.
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Hopkins -- Michael Erwin Hopkins, age 48, passed away Monday morning, April 16, 2001 in a local hospital. He was born January 21, 1953 in Lisbon, ND to Andrew (Bud) J. and Vonna (Hunemuller) Hopkins. Mike was a loving father and uncle, who loved sports and attended all his nieces and nephews sporting events. He was a gentle soul who was kind to everyone and loved by all. He is survived by his parents, Andrew and Vonna; daughter, Meghann Norah of Detroit MI; sisters, Jane A. Cordova, husband, Ron, Valerie L. Perez and husband, Andres; two brothers, Willard A. Hopkins and Barry A. Hopkins and wife, Sandy; nieces, Candice, Maddison, Kristyn and Melissa; nephews, Ryan, Christopher, Matthew, Alec, Dominic, Nicholas, Thomas; numerous cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. Mike was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and he graduated from West Mesa High School in 1971, attended New Mexico Highlands University graduated from University of New Mexico. Mike was employed by ARCH of NM where he was a resident assistant and substitute teacher with APS. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 18, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Strong Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE Funeral Services will be held Thursday, April 19, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. at the St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School NE.
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Hopkins -- Rebecca L. (Becky) Hopkins born April 28, 1954 died April 7, 2001, age 46. Becky is survived by her parents, Nancy and Jones Hopkins; brother, Edward and wife, Donna and their sons, Mathew, James and Joseph; survivors also include her aunt, Nancy and Uncle, Troy Kersey and their children, aunt, Sue Russel and her children, and aunt, Georgia and uncle, Spencer Plunkett of Hayden Lake, ID, and uncle, Don Bazzell and children of Hartselle, AL and Fort Lauderdale, FL; she is also survived by her very special friends, Cindi and Grady Smith of Edgewood and John Brown of Albuquerque. Becky was preceded in death by her sister, Rhonda, her grandparents, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Becky was born at Sandia Base Hospital in Albuquerque and attended grade and high school here. She attended barber school in San Francisco and had practiced her profession here in Albuquerque since returning in 1978. She was a very loving and caring person who liked people, but loved animals. She is going to be missed by many people in and around the city. Memorial Services will be held at Kirtland Air Force Base Chapel on Friday April 20, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia SE.
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Jasper -- In Loving Memory of Susan Leigh Jasper October 30, 1956 - April 19, 1992Don't think of her as gone away Her journey's just begun; Life holds so many facets, this earth is only one. Just think of her as resting From the sorrows and the tears In a place of warmth and comfort Where there are no days and years. Think how she must be wishing That we could know today How nothing but our sadness Can really pass away. And think of her as living In the hearts of those she touched... for nothing loved is ever lost And she was loved so much. You're our special angel and we miss you so much, Mother, Daddy, Kimberly, Jennifer, Caitlin and Julie
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Johnson -- Joyce V. Johnson, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died at home, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 after a long illness. She is survived by a daughter, Linda Starkey and husband, John; son, Dale Johnson, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Kim Ortega and husband, Ruben, Jarrod Howard and wife, Sara, all of Albuquerque, Christopher Johnson of Albuquerque and Eric Johnson of California; four great-grandchildren; sister, Lois McMaster and husband, John of Albuquerque. Her husband, Howard R. Johnson, preceded her in death in 1991. Mrs. Johnson was retired from Sandia National Laboratory. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Her cremains will be interred along with her husband at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School Rd, NE, Suite 310, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
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Kratche -- Elizabeth D. Kratche was born on October 10, 1908 near Philadelphia, PA, married to Joseph Kratche in 1929. They moved their home to Albuquerque in 1945. She was preceded in death by her husband, in April 1962. Elizabeth was Catholic, a charter member of VFW Post #245 in Pennsylvania from 1934, a volunteer worker at Palo Duro and Bear Canyon Senior Centers until 1996 teaching various craft classes. She was also a retired Federal employee from Sandia and Kirtland Base. Her death on April 16, 2001 was the climax of a wonderful, fruitful life and she will be remembered lovingly by Mr. and Mrs. Bill Cunningham, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Milligan, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Sanchez, and their families here; and her niece, Mrs. James Shook from Chandler, TX. A time of visitation is planned from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 19, 2001 at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Beginning at 7:00 p.m. there will be a brief Memorial Service. Interment will be Friday, 10:00 a.m. at the National Cemetery at Santa Fe. Serving as casket bearers will be Bill Cunningham, Ray Sanchez, Ron Milligan. Honorary bearers will be Paul and Lou Sanchez.
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Kunz -- Floyd A. Kunz, 88, died Wednesday, April 11, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Catharine"Cay" Kunz; son, David Kunz and wife, Yvonne; grandson, Kendall Kunz and wife, Nancy and great-grandson, Justin all of Las Vegas, NV; son, Douglas Kunz and wife, Marla; granddaughters, Debbie Kunz and Terri, all of Albuquerque; and brother, Lyle Kunz of Albuquerque. Cremation has taken place.
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Lancaster -- Violet Darlene Lancaster, 70, a New Mexico native and resident of Albuquerque passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2001. The daughter of Ida Oldfield and hence relative to the great race car driver, Barney Oldfield, she is survived by her four children. they are Linda Hylton, Jerriene Grantland along with her husband, Jack, Charles Keckler, and Jack Keckler. Violet also has seven grandchildren; and six great-grandkids. Most of all though, she loved her husband of 37 years, Alfred, who preceded her in death in December of 1999. A beloved and devoted servant of Jehovah God she awaits the outpouring of Holy Spirit in the Resurrection. Memorial Services will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 8904 Menaul NE, 87112 at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2001.
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Lucero -- The family of Maria G. Lucero wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Thanks to all the doctors and nurses at UNMH. A very special thanks to the staff at Sandia Hospice Pavilion for the care, compassion and dignity given to our mother. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Maes -- In Loving Memory of NICK MAES August 26, 1918 - April 19, 1993My dearest Nick, eight years it has been and it saddens me so; I can't touch you or feel you though I love you, you know. I think of you always, the way that we were. I wish it were like that, it seems like a blur. But I know you are with me in my heart and my soul, and that's all that I need to keep me a go.Dearest dad, eight years seems so long to be without you. But we know that you're with us. Our hearts are with you. You love us and keep us safe from all harm. We're thankful to have you, an angel you are! We love you and miss you! Your loving wife and family
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Marquez -- Mr. Leonard George Marquez died Friday, April 6, 2001 in Albuquerque at the age of 53. Memorial Services for Mr. Marquez will be held at a later time. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Martin -- William C. "Cliff" Martin, 91, passed away April 16, 2001 at his home in Cedar Crest, NM. Mr. Martin was born July 19, 1901 in Twin Falls, ID and grew up in San Simon, AZ. He was in the Marine Corps during WWII, moved to Albuquerque in 1931 where he retired from the railroad as a mail clerk. During his lifetime, he enjoyed and was an avid tennis player. He is preceded in death by his wife, Louise who passed away in 1981. He is survived by his son, Donald K. Martin; daughter, Sandra J. Matthews, both of Cedar Crest, NM; grandchildren, Preston Matthews and his wife, Sayuri of Santa Fe, NM, Lisa Pinney, Karl Martin of Albuquerque, Monica Holt and her husband, Greg of Williamsberg, VA; and five great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at St. John United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 on Saturday, April 21, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society of NM. Ph. 891-8200.
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Mcdargh -- Jennifer Ann "Baby Jam" McDargh, 11, went to be with Jesus, Monday, April 16, 2001. She is survived by her parents, William and Anna Marlene McDargh of the family home; brothers, Israel John McDargh, Aaron John McDargh, and Gregory Allen Butler; sisters, Elizabeth Concetta Butler and Heather Lambeth McDargh, all of Albuquerque; grandparents, William and Florence McDargh of Albuquerque and John and Concetta Gagnon of Alaska. Jenny woke up with a song in her heart every morning and brought joy to those around her everyday. She was very affectionate to her friends and family and loved to praise Jesus. Services will be held Thursday, April 19, 2001, 12:00 noon at Church on the Rock, 5300 Second St., NW, with Pastors Jack Webb, Tony Apodaca, and Bobby Armstrong officiating. Friends may visit at the church from 11:00 a.m. until time of the service. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Children's Ministry at Church on the Rock. Arrangements by French Mortuary - 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Mcintosh -- Norman Wade "Johnny" McIntosh passed away early Easter Sunday, April 15, 2001. Johnny was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. Johnny was born in Ashland, KY on June 24, 1918 to Mabel and Roy McIntosh and moved to Albuquerque at age three. He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1938, lettering in football. He began his career with Trans World Airlines at age 17 then was drafted into the Army he returned to Albuquerque and continued his forty-year career with Trans World Airlines retiring in 1982 as general foreman. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Kathryn"Kay" McIntosh; four daughters, Cathi Sullivan and husband, Bill of Cuba, NM, Cheryl Wight and husband, Chad of Colorado Springs, CO, Marianne Ireland and husband, David of Albuquerque, NM, Dee Dee Lindenbaum and husband, Steve of Denver, CO; also by seven grandchildren, Ryan, Casey, Jake, Hannah, Brian, Tanner and Tyler. His brother, Ralph McIntosh of AZ and many nieces and nephews also survive him. Johnny was a member of the Shriners and Masonic Lodges and the VFW Post in Albuquerque. He loved spending time with his dear friends at Elephant Butte and on the ranch in Mayhill. He was truly a gentle and wise man who could always bring a smile to your face. He loved to watch football, fish, hunt and travel with his family and friends. Dad's feelings were that it was never about the destination, but that it was always about the journey. Memorial Services will take place on Thursday, April 19, 2001. Dad's feelings were that it was never about the destination, but that it was always about the journey. Memorial Services will take place on Thursday, April 19, 2001, at 2:30 p.m. at St. John's United Methodist Church 2626 Arizona NE, Albuquerque. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Friday at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to an abused women and children organization, Women's Community Association, P.O. Box 25363, Albuquerque, NM 87125. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mr. McIntosh (891-8200).
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Mckinnon -- In Loving Memory of Shellie Lynn McKinnon April 19, 1971 - March 12, 1994Happy Birthday I love and miss you more every day.I will love you forever, Mom
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Mcmahan -- John Wood McMahan, 91, a 50-year resident of Albuquerque, died Monday morning, April 16, 2001. He was born to William Wood McMahan and Helen Lillian Warner, in Flora, Illinois, December 9, 1909. He was a Professor of Economics at the University of Illinois from 1929 to 1939 and then moved his family to Meadville, Pennsylvania, in 1939 to teach economics at Allegheny College. Before moving to Meadville, he was awarded the first Doctorate in Accounting in the United States from the University of Illinois. He then moved his family to Pojaque, NM in December 1949, where he was employed with the Atomic Energy Commission in Los Alamos, and then transferred to Sandia Corporation in Albuquerque in 1952. He served as assistant chief of the Atomic Energy Commission, Accounting Branch, for 20 years. He retired in 1971. He taught economics and business for seven years at the University of New Mexico. He was a devoted Catholic and member of Our Lady of Fatima Parish and a Third Order Franciscan. Many men, women and children are indebted to him for his guidance and direction in their lives. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Verena C. McMahan, of Albuquerque; daughters Helen L. Guzman, of Hobbs; Constance M. Fabrey, of Omaha, NE; Mary Margaret Aho, of Pocatello, ID; Mary Elizabeth Stowe, of Independence, MO; Teresa A. Gracheck, of Albuquerque; and Monica M. Coan of Albuquerque; sons John C. McMahan, of Buffalo, WY; William B. McMahan, of Rock Springs, WY; Thomas P. McMahan, of Evans, CO; and Christopher G. McMahan, of Albuquerque; 35 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Helen Huppuch, of Wenham, MA. Pallbearers are grandsons Darrel Guzman, Brian Guzman, John McMahan, Luke McMahan, Phillip Armijo, Rumaldo Armijo, Toby Stowe. Honorary Pallbearers are grandsons John Guzman and Timothy Guzman. A Rosary will be offered at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE, on Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima on Thursday, April 19, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of his arrangements.
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Palladini -- Mathilda Cassaus Palladini made a peaceful and love-filled transition to a better life at twelve noon on Easter Sunday, April 15, 2001.Pallbearers are Joseph Fields, Robert Montano, Thomas Palladini, Louis Smith, Lino Martinez, Paul Montano, William Corcoran and Robert Palladini. Donations in her name may be made to the Corrales Community Library or the Corrales Senior Citizens Center. Viewing and visitation will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2001 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at San Ysidro Catholic Church in Corrales. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, April 20, 2001 at San Ysidro with Father Clarence Galli as Celebrant. Interment will follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at 3:00 p.m. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, is handling her arrangements.
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Pike -- Henry "Hank" Pike, 66, a resident of Albuquerque since 1972, died on Monday, April 16, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Vangie Pike; daughters, Melody Nagel and husband, Roger of Albuquerque, Laura Wilson and husband, Jeffrey of Bellevue, NE and Karla Silver and husband, Jim of Madrid, IA; step-daughter, Geri Madrid and husband, Domingo of Las Vegas, NM; step-son, Garry Jacobs of Albuquerque; nine granddaughters; one grandson and brother, Robert Pike and wife, Ruth of Albuquerque. Hank was preceded in death by his first wife, Gladys Pike. He was retired from the Air Force and a former member of the American Legion Post 49. Services will be held on Friday, April 20, 2001, 10:00a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd N.E. Burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd. N.E. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School Road NE, Suite 310, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Rogers -- Steven F. Rogers, 55, passed away April 13, 2001 at the VA Medical Center in Albuquerque. He is served proudly as a Deputy Sheriff for the Bernalillo County Sheriffs Department for many years in the east mountain area. He was committed in his belief to better his community, by strengthening the ties which bind families, friends and neighbors together. Steven is survived by his girlfriend, Sandi Tullio; two daughters, Chris Whittemore and Amber Rogers; granddaughter, Aubrey Whittemore; and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Rogers. A Memorial Service will be held at one of his most favorite places, the Pine Flats Picnic Ground in the Cibola National Forest, located on South Hwy. 14 in the Manzano Mountains, on Friday, April 20, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. He will be deeply and greatly missed by the many whose lives he touched. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th NW Alb. NM 343-8008.
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Sanchez -- Juan L. (Johnnie) Sanchez, 45, a lifelong resident of Barelas in Albuquerque, died unexpectedly on April 12, 2001. He is survived by brothers, Dennis Jr. and wife, Helen, and Raymond; sister, Georgia, who was with him at time of passing; uncle, Rudy Ortega and wife, Loretta; aunt, Louisa Chavez; an extended family of nieces, nephews, and cousins; and friends, Arturo Gavilanes and Frank Gilmer. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Esther, and father, Dennis Sr. Juan was a member of the pathfinders Sunday School Dept. at First Baptist Church. His favorite hymn was"Majesty", therefore, a quote from Psalm 93 is appropriate,"The Lord reigneth, He is clothed with majesty." A Memorial Service will be held this Friday, April 20, 2001 6:30 p.m. at his place, 5505 Central NW, with the Pastor Pablo Lucero officiating.
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Thorn -- Gretta Thorn, our beloved mother, wife, sister and friend, passed away Thursday April 12, 2001 at the age of 78. She leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion. She is survived by her husband, Irving Thorn of Albuquerque; her sons Jeffrey (Liz) Kurtz of Eugene, OR, Jerry Kurtz of Des Moines, IA, Daniel (Denice) DeGrazio of So.Jordan, UT, David (Peggy) DeGrazio of Albuquerque, Tim (Debbie) DeGrazio, of Miami,FL; two brothers, a sister and her seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 20 at 2:00 p.m. at the University of New Mexico Alumni Chapel.
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