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Brady -- IN MEMORY OF JEFFREY SCOTT BRADY FEBRUARY 18, 1969 to JUNE 15, 1989"Some people come into our lives and quickly go, some stay for awhile, leave footprints in our hearts, and we are never the same".I do not need a special day To bring you to my mind. The days I do not think of you Are very hard to find. Each morning when I awake I know that you are gone. And no one knows the heartache As I try to carry on. My heart still aches with sadness And secret tears still flow What it�s meant to lose you No one will every know My thoughts are always with you Your place no one can fill. In life I loved you dearly; In death I love you still. There will always be heartache, And often a silent tear. But always a precious memory Of the days that you were here. I hold you close with my heart And there you will remain, To walk with me through my life Until we meet again. Jeff is loved and missed by his 11-year old beautiful daughter, Amanda Marie; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Brady; sisters, Tammy and Mark Rapp and Sydney, Shannon and Mark Kmatz Kellison and Jeffrey.
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Cardella -- Anthony G. Cardella died at home Sunday, June 10, after a long illness. He was born November 14, 1913 in Omaha, Nebraska. As a first generation American, he was fiercely patriotic, serving in the U.S. Army in WWII"the big one", and in the U.S. Air Force in the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the DAV, VFW and American Legion, as well as Edelweiss AM Rio Grande. He was preceded in death by a son, Timothy. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lucille; his daughter, Antonia (TJ) and husband, Maclean Zehler of Albuquerque; his son, Richard and wife, Sylvia Cardella of Hydesville, CA; two grandsons, Damian and wife, Laura Drago of Burbank, CA. and Christopher Bretz of Montesano, WA.; three great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Dad was like a force of nature-remember him dancing! Services will be held Friday, June 15, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald and Sons, 3113 Carlisle NE. Private internment will follow at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery. There will be a gathering to celebrate Dad's life at Edelweiss, 4821 Menaul NE following the Memorial Service. In lieu of flowers,the family requests donations to the Animal Humane Assoc. in honor of Dad's,"little lady" cat, Frankie, or to the American Cancer Society. Thanks so much to Crossroads Hospice for all their help.
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Clinch -- Josephine Clinch. Services will be at 10:30 am Friday June 15, 2001 in the Chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors with Deacon Frank See officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors are in charge of her arrangements.
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Duran -- In Loving Memory of Bea Duran October 5, 1955-June 13, 1999It has been two years since God healed your pain. You were 42 years young and too soon to die. Your smile and laugh are greatly missed by everyone who knew you. We fill an empty void of a mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend with memories and pictures to which we laugh and cry. We love you and miss you. Love, Renee, Amanda, Jordan, Marina, Robert and Family
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Garcia -- Adelia Garcia, 83, passed away at home in San Antonio, NM., June 14, 2001. A native New Mexican and member of the San Antonio Mission, she was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and baker of delicious breads. She was preceded in death by her sons, Zenon, Porfirio, and Felimon Garcia, and granddaughter, Christina. Adelia is survived by her husband of 66 years, Teofilo Jose Garcia; daughters, Mary Alice Torres and husband, Sam, Dolores Miller and husband, Gary, Libby Palmer, Bernadette Pino and husband Daniel; 12 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren sisters Sally Trujillo, Clorinda Archibeque and husband Julio; sisters-in-law Angie Zamora and Maria Zamora. Services will be held at San Antonio Mission in Tijeras with a Rosary to be recited by James Rael at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 15, 2001. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 16, 2001, with burial following at the San Antonio Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dominic Marks, Martin Nieto, Daniel Pino, Jude Jaramillo, Gary Miller, and Sam Torres. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Jones -- Michael E. Jones, 48, suddenly drowned at Henderson Beach Florida on June 6, 2001. He was a beloved son, brother, father, friend, scientist and colleague. An active member of the La Vista Church of the Nazarene since October 14, 1979 in Los Alamos. Mike was teen bible quizzing coach at the church from 1985 to 1999 and won many district championships. He worked with Bienvenidos in Santa Fe feeding the homeless for the past three years. Employed by Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos for the past 23 years in X-1 group. Mike was elected Fellow of the American Physics Society in 1999 and was a highly respected scientist and group leader. Fellow colleagues regarded Mike as"the finest group leader they have ever worked with". He was a friend to all and will be missed. Mike Jones is survived by his mother, Volina Jones of Opp, AL; brothers, Donald Howard and wife, Shirley Opp, AL, David Howard and wife, Betty of Mobile, AL; Mike's children, Katherine and Phillip, Los Alamos, NM; and Mike's fiancee, Christy Salazar, Santa Fe, NM. The Funeral was held in Opp, AL on June 11, 2001. Mike was laid to rest at Peaceful Acres Cemetery in Opp, AL. The Pallbearers were Rhon Keinigs, Ricky Faehl, and Bob Kares. The Honorary Pallbearers were Jim Wellborn, Roger Howard, Dan Winske and Richard Parr. A Memorial Service will be held at the La Vista Church of the Nazarene on Monday, June 18, 2001 at 6:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will also be held at St. Maria's Church in Santa Fe, to be announced later. A scholarship fund has been set up in Mike Jones' name at Los Alamos National Bank where donations will be accepted.
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Lease -- Norma Jean Lease, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2001. Norma was born November 20, 1919 the daughter of Fred and Ruth Brown Goss in Coshocton, Ohio. She came to New Mexico in 1949 from Ohio. She was a member of the Sertoma Club. Norma was preceded in death by one son, Richard Lease and one grandson, Troy Edwin Lease. She is survived by four children, Marsha Atchley and husband, George of Gurly, AL, Edwin E. Lease II and wife, Cathy of Phoenix, AZ, Timothy Lease and wife, Jacqueline of Albuquerque and Tom Lease and wife, Sondra of Rio Rancho; eight grandchildren, Randy Lease, Jayme Lease, Tony Lease, David Lease, Audra Miester, Dannielle Atchley, Shawn Lease, and Megan Lease; seven great-grandchildren, Nolan Ryan Lease, David Michael Lease, Jr. Catilin Lease, Matthew Atchley, Stephen and Michael Frausto. Norma was very beloved by her family, she was always there for them. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 15, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with a Prayer Service on Saturday, June 16, 2001 at 10:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho with Entombment to follow in the Floral Garden Mausoleum in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Edwin II, Timothy, Tom, Randy, David, and Shawn Lease. Honorary pallbearers will be Tony Lease. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho. 892-9920
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Lester -- Paul Lester Jr., age 47, a resident of Milan, NM died Monday, June 11, 2001 in Grants, NM. Paul is survived by two daughters, Melanie Jaramillo of El Paso, TX, and Crystal Lester of Albuquerque, NM; and his fiance, Dorothy Romero of Milan, NM; his mother, Nancy Lester of Albuquerque, NM; one stepsister, Audrey Kay Romero of El Ko, NV; two brothers, Jim Lester and his wife, Vicky of Albuquerque, NM and Carlos Lester of Albuquerque, NM. Paul spent most of his life working in the lumber business in New Mexico. A viewing and visitation will be held Thursday, June 14, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, June 15, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Cremation will follow at a later date at Fairview Memorial Park. Services under the direction of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE. (505) 842-8800.
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Lopez -- Mark Dwane Lopez, 31, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, June 10, 2001. He is survived by his wife, LeiLani Lopez of the family home; son, Dakota Lopez; stepdaughter, Brittney McGeorge; mother, Gloria Lopez; father, Brijido Montoya; sisters, CeCe Murphy, Amalia Beanca Lopez, Helen Davidson and Diana Montoya; brothers, David Brian Lopez, Noah James Wheeler, J.B. Montoya and Steve Ramirez; mother-in-law, Artie Yellowhorse; sister-in-law, Desire Crabtree and husband, Jimmy; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and special friends, Georgia and Dwight Crabtree. Mr. Lopez was a Hospital Corpsman, 3rd Class Petty Officer, attached to a United State Marine Unit during Desert Storm. He has worked at Los Alamos Labs for the last three years and was currently enrolled at College of Santa Fe working on a degree in computer science. He was the most talented, kind and cherished person who always put others before himself. He was an angel and soul mate for his wife. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Rosary will be recited Sunday, June 17, 2001, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE with Deacon Dan Lopez reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday, June 18, 2001, 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Lawrence Gutierrez, Richard Lopez, Donald Lopez, Steven Lopez, Jimmy Crabtree, and Lynol Yellowhorse. Honorary pallbearers will be Walter Sloan and Phil Banks. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, June 17, 2001, 2:00 p.m. until time of Rosary. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Mark Lopez Memorial Fund, c/o Zia Credit Union, P.O. Box 490, Los Alamos, NM 87544.
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Lujan -- Yasmine Lujan, 3, was called home to be with the Lord on June 11, 2001. She is survived by her mother, Victoria Lujan; father, Paul Lujan Sr.; brothers, Paul Lujan Jr., Juan Lujan; sister, Marissa Lujan; grandparents, Victor Pohl and Linda Aragon; also special auntie, Francine Leyba. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. A Rosary will be recited Friday night June 15, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church. Mass of Christina Burial will be celebrated Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church. Interment will follow in El Cerrito, NM. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Leyba, Jose Moreno, Gabe Martinez, and Marcelino Rodriguez. Funeral Services are in care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW 243-5222.
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Mari -- Jude Damian Mari died Wednesday, June 13, 2001 in Albuquerque at the age of 38. Jude is survived by his mother, Franzela Mari; and brother, Jeremiah V. Johnson, both of Albuquerque. Funeral Services for Jude will be held on Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Sam Lujan, Pete Plecencio, Carlos Trujillo Jr., Lube Artiaga, Phillip Atencio Jr., and Carlos Trujillo Sr. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Marquez -- Funeral Services for Mr. Ernest Alfred Marquez will be held on Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Rodriguez 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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Mcrae -- Duncan McRae, husband of the late Mary McRae, left to join her last Friday evening, June 8, 2001. He leaves behind his beloved daughter, Elizabeth; and her children; but also by other close family and his many friends. His family and those who loved him covers many miles. His only surviving sister, Nan, who lives in Scotland; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Gwen, Joan, Owen and George; and his niece and nephews, Fay, Miguel and Michael. Thank you to all his friends with whom he enjoyed his time in Albuquerque and sincere thanks to Karen and Randy, who deserve a special mention for all the love and support they afforded him. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, June 18, 2001 at Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes memorials be given to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, 821-0010.
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Montano -- Luis Montano, born August 8, 1916 passed away June 13, 2001. A beloved daddy, grandpa, brother, and uncle, he is survived by his two daughters; five sisters; three brothers; ten grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held at St. Anne's Catholic Church, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 15, 2001. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 16, 2001, with burial following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Phillip, Henry, Deio, Marvin, Charles, and Tony. Larry will be serving as usher. A special thanks to the Heart Hospital for all of their tender loving care and support. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008
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Naranjo -- Edward M. (Eddie) Naranjo, 30, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2001, from injuries he received in an automobile accident. Eddie was a very talented artist and potter. He loved the Dallas Cowboys and he was an avid 94 Rock listener. He is survived by his parents, Edward and Gracie Naranjo of Santa Clara Pueblo; two sisters, Teresa Naranjo and Tracy Naranjo; a niece, Iris Naranjo all of Santa Clara Pueblo; aunts and uncles, Stella Chavarria and husband, Loretto (Cruzie), Mida Tafoya, Mary Ekleberry, Mary Cain all of Santa Clara Pueblo, Cecilia Arviso and husband, Paul of Gallup, Patsy Lopez of Prescott, AZ, and Tom Joe of Gallup; many cousins and many other relatives, friends, and his co-workers at the Albuquerque Journal. On Thursday, June 14, 2001 visitation will begin at 3:30 p.m. and a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at the residence of the late Teresita Naranjo in Santa Clara Pueblo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Friday, June 15, 2001, at the Santa Clara Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Santa Clara Pueblo Cemetery with family and friends assisting as Pallbearers. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Salazar Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. 1-505-753-2288 or 1-800-443-4854.
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Parrish -- Robert L."Bob" Parrish, 73, died on June 10, 2001, after enduring a chronic illness, at Lovelace Medical Center. He was the loving and devoted husband to Ottilie Parrish for almost 44 years. He was a veteran and served his country in both the Korean and Vietnam wars. Following his retirement from the Army, he remained active in civil service and amassed a total of 38 years of active duty. He enjoyed outdoor activities like fishing and camping (especially at Lake Powell). He is survived by his son, Duane; and his daughter, Deborah of Houston, Texas, both of whom will miss him dearly; and our labrador, Titan. Interment of cremated remains will take place at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe on Monday, June 18, 2001 at 12:00 noon.
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Roybal -- Alejandro (Alex) Roybal went into the loving arms of our Lord on June 13, 2001, surrounded by all his loving family. Alex is survived by his loving wife, Elisa Proo Roybal of 53 years; by his children, Rosita Roybal Gallegos and husband, Michael, Carlos Roybal, and Alex Roybal and wife, Rebecca; his six grandchildren; and his brother, Arturo Jimenez and sister, Esther Collado. He is also survived by his special sisters-in-law, Margie Proo and Annie Jimenez; and by many special nieces, nephews and friends. He was a member of Queen of Heaven Church. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rosa Jimenez and father, Alejandro Roybal; his brother, Albert and special sister-in-law, Mary Lou Roybal; and his sisters, Amy Chavez and Clara St. Laurent. Memorial Services for Mr. Roybal will be held on Saturday at the Queen of Heaven Catholic Church where the service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Seeley -- Floyd Joseph Seeley, 75, born July 5, 1925, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, to Elizabeth Finnegan and Floyd E. Seeley, died on Monday, June 11, 2001. He graduated from Meyers High School, Wilkes-Barre, PA, in 1943 and married Isabella Perry in 1946. Floyd is survived by his wife, Isabella, sons, Steve Seeley and wife, Carolyn of Atlanta, GA, Mike Seeley and wife, Louise of Calistoga, CA and Chuck Seeley and wife, Colleen of Corrales, NM; grandchildren, Ryan and Erin Seeley of Atlanta, GA, Amber Seeley, Dallas, TX, Mike Seeley, Fort Worth, TX, Drew Seeley, Georgetown, TX, Ben Dion of Calistoga, CA, Martin and Matthew Seeley of Corrales, NM. Floyd entered the U.S. Army in September of 1943 and served with the 90th Infantry Division in Europe. He received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart while serving in France, and was recently awarded the Croix de Guerre by France, presented by Rep. Heather Wilson. His military service included action in World War II and the Korean War, and spanned the period 1943 to 1964. He served as a civilian with the US Army Counter Intelligence Corps from 1964 to 1972, and with the Federal Aviation Administration from 1972 to 1993. He retired in 1993 with over 49 years of Federal Service. Floyd was a member of the NE Albuquerque Church of Christ. He also was a member of the following organizations: Temple Lodge 6, AF & AM, Albuquerque, NM, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Santa Fe, NM; Ballut Abyad Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. of Albuquerque, NM and the American Legion. Services will be held on Friday, June 15, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd N.E. with Mr. John Phillis officiating. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit Thursday, June 14, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to NE Albuquerque Church of Christ Building Fund, 7102 Whitewood Ct. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109.
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Sprague -- Elnora Kinser Sprague, born December 15, 1913 in Nixa, MO and died June 13, 2001 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the age of 87. She attended Nixa Schools graduating as valedictorian in 1931. She received her Bachelors Degree from SMSU."Miss Elnora" as she was known to her many students, taught school for 40 years, 37 in the Nixa School System. She was the daughter of Roy and Bird Rice and was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Max Kinser and Guy Sprague; her brother, Eugene Rice and his wife, Lucille; one nephew, Richard Holmes. She is survived by her daughter and husband, Kathie Kay and Gary Williams; and her beloved grandson, Jason Williams, of Albuquerque. She is also survived by two sisters and their husbands, Lavenia and Dr. Victor Wood of Nixa and Mary and A.K. Holmes of Branson; surviving nieces and nephews, Donna, Kimber and Kelly Scott, Steve, Linda and Jeff Wood, Philip, Mary, Michael and Kristy Wood, Dwight and Linda Sprague, Charles Kinser; in-laws, Alvanee Sprague and Rex and Virginia Kinser. She will be fondly remembered in Nixa by her teaching associates and students for her years of leadership and devotion to her profession. She will be remembered in Branson as a faithful worker for the American Cancer Society, Motel Owner, Tri-Lakes Community Theater and AAUW. Cremation and interment will be in Albuquerque at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, June 16, 2001, at 11:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Chapel, Paseo del Norte and Wyoming where she will be lovingly remembered as"Grandma" by one and all. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a Nixa High School Scholarship fund in her name at the Nixa Community Foundation, P.O Box 1821 Nixa, MO 65714. The arrangements for Elnora Kinser Sprague are under the direction of the Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. S.E.
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Tallmadge -- Evelyn H. Tallmadge, 82, a resident of Rio Rancho for over 25 years, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2001. Evelyn was born June 17, 1918 the daughter of William G. and Esther M. Warren Hamilton in Newburgh, New York. She had worked for the E. I. Du Pont Co. and the Stauffer Chemical Co. in Newburgh, New York before retiring and coming to New Mexico. Evelyn was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Turquoise Chapter #71 of Rio Rancho, Albuquerque White Shrine #1, Past Guardian of Bethel #12, Rio Rancho, Daughters of the Nile, Yucca Temple #74, Poco Quatris Model"A" Ford Club, Veterans Motor Car Club of America and the Ladies Elks Club 2500 of Rio Rancho. She was an avid bowler and she also participated in many league teams. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore in December of 2000, her parents, and two brothers; she is survived by her daughter, Norma A. Hunter and husband, Peter of Pasadena, TX; two grandsons, Dr. Christopher Hunter and wife, Christine of San Antonio, TX and Brian Hunter of Tampa, FL; also several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held for Evelyn on Friday, June 15, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with Rev. Bob Guido officiating. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the American Heart Association, NM Affliate, P.O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM 87199-0790 or to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by Sunrise Society and Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
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Turpen -- Donald C. Turpen passed on suddenly on May 29, 2001 while recovering from recent surgery. Mr. Turpen practiced law in Albuquerque for many years prior to moving to Silver City not long ago. He also practiced law in Saudi Arabia, Greece, Mexico, Venezuela, and Chile earlier in his career. He was a Veteran of the Air Force, a Sigma Chi, and held a Bachelor's Degree in Geology from the University of Kentucky, Masters in History from UNM, and Jurist Doctor from George Washington University, Washington, D.C. He worked for Senator Clinton P. Anderson while attending law school. Mr. Turpen was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Noah C. Turpen, longtime APS administrator; and his mother, Elizabeth Turpen, a retired music teacher. Mr. Turpen was buried in the Ft. Bayard Military Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. His loving wife, Bonnie and the rest of the family will truly miss him.
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Velarde -- Concha Velarde, 91, born in San Marcial, NM, resided in Albuquerque most of her life, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2001. She is survived by her sons, Gene Velarde and wife, Helen and Ray Velarde and wife, Carmen, both of Albuquerque; grandsons, Ron Velarde of Longmont, CO, Randy Velarde and wife, Vicki of Houston, TX, Bob Velarde and wife, Debbie, Mike Velarde and wife, Kim and Jerry Velarde, all of Albuquerque; 15 great-grandchildren; and sister, Vivian Trujillo of Fullerton, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Florian Velarde. Concha loved to embroider and memories of her will linger in her beautiful handiwork. She was loved by her family and friends; and continuously gave her unconditional love. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Therese Little Flower Church, 3400 4th NW, with Father John Plans, S.F., Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Ron Velarde, Bob Velarde, Mike Velarde, Jerry Velarde, Randy Velarde, Chase Velarde and Robert Leyba. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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White -- Elmer White, was born in Weirton, WV on August 29, 1923. He went to Heaven on June 10, 2001. He graduated from Folansbee High School to join the Army. Elmer was a Decorated War Veteran, serving in the 5th Army in North Africa and the invasion of Italy. He survived the beach head at Anzio, but succumbed to metastatic colon cancer. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Nancy and his three children; his sons, Bill, Dave and Jim with his wife, Barbara; two grandchildren, Jaaron and Jada; three great-grandchildren, Sage, Shilo and Seth. He also leaves behind countless devoted friends. Elmer and Nancy moved to Albuquerque in 1947. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa in Civil Engineering from the University of New Mexico and retired from Sandia Laboratories in 1985, after 33 years of employment. He retired to the Four Hills Country Club. Elmer loved life, his family and friends, cooking, golf and a good game of cards. He will be greatly missed. Mr. White's cremated remains will be laid to rest at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family urges in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the charity of your choice. Thank you for your prayers. Cremation arrangements were by the Sunrise Society of NM 891-8200.
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Winder -- Louise W. Winder, 78, passed away June 1, 2001. She was born Norma Louise Wilson, October 5, 1922 in Harper, Kansas to James Spencer and Bessie Myrna Wilson. In 1947, while serving with the Civil Service, she met and soon married Norman G. Winder. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1963 at which time Louise began a career as an Insurance Agent. She retired from the Insurance business in the early 1980's. Mrs. Winder is preceded in death by her husband, Norman, in 1975. She is survived by her daughters, Kathy Baldonado, Kay L. Reed and her husband, James (Andy); grandchildren, Melissa Jiron and her husband, Michael, Michael Baldonado, William and Rose Neufeld; sister, Luella Ardrey and her husband, Ralph; sister-in-law, Nell Winder of TN; Aunt Ethel Wilson; Uncle Forrest Anderson, both of OR; 12 nieces and nephews; 16 great-nieces and nephews; two great-great-nieces; and numerous cousins. A Memorial Service will be held at the Netherwood Church of Christ, 5101 Indian School Road NE, Albuquerque, NM on Saturday, June 16, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial donations be made, in Mrs. Winders name, to the Netherwood Church of Christ, c/o Thailand Mission Work. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico, 891-8200 
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