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Armijo -- Mr. Waldo Armijo went to be with the Lord on June 22, 2001. Mr. Armijo was born on January 4, 1919 in Golden, NM. He was a Veteran of World War II and a member of the DAV. Mr. Armijo was retired from the Albuquerque Public Schools. He is survived by his wife, Matilda Armijo; stepson, Matthew Jaramillo; stepdaughters, Theresa Roach and Catherine Jaramillo; sister-in-law, Ursulita Armijo; special niece, Eva Castillo; four step-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Armijo will be held on Tuesday at the Ascension Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. with Fr. Ed Savilla officiating. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. DAV Chapter 3 will provide the miliary honors. Pallbearers will be Robert Armijo, Bernie Armijo, Fabian Arrey, Thomas Gonzales, Matthew Jaramillo and Elias Jaramillo. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Bridge -- Alberta A. Bridge, 90, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 23, 2001. She was a long time resident of Socorro before moving to Albuquerque in 1995. Mrs. Bridge is survived by her son, Paul Bridge and wife, Lela of Albuquerque; twin daughters, Geraldine O�Connell and husband, John of Moriarty and Patricia Preston and husband, Jack of New Laguna; daughter-in-law, Jane Bridge of Albuquerque; 14 grandchildren, Jimmy Bridge, Sandra Bridge Reid, Kelly Bridge Leatherman, Gay Lynn Bridge Doty, Thomas O'Connell, Rhonda Bridge Buffett, Rebecca Preston Daw, Sharon O'Connell LaCava, Paula Bridge Sichler, Leonard Bridge, Jr., Duane Preston, Jamie O'Connell, Lester Preston and D.J. O'Connell; 30 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Genievive Kranz Clements of Roswell and Beatrice Kranz Crume of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by twin daughters, Betty Theodora and Anna Mary; husband, Tommy; son, Leonard, Sr.; parents, Henry and Anastasia Kranz; brothers, Phillip and Leo Kranz; and sisters, Claire Kranz Oracion and Theresa Kranz Jones. Alberta was born in Harbor Beach, MI on February 10, 1911, and moved to New Mexico with her family in 1912 where her father, Henry Kranz was a cement mason and church steeple repairman in Roswell and later a logging and sawmill owner in Pine Lodge. She married Thomas Jefferson Bridge in 1937 in Roswell. They were blessed with six children, three of whom are still living. While in Socorro, Alberta was very active in the Senior and Foster Grandmother Programs for many years. Alberta will be missed by her family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Nicholas Nirschl, Celebrant and great-granddaughter, Jessica Bridge as server. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers are grandsons, Jimmy Bridge, Leonard Bridge, Jr., Duane Preston, Jamie O'Connell, Thomas O'Connell, Lester Preston and D.J. O'Connell. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Cardell -- Rita Catala Cardell, born June 11, 1917 near Ponce, Puerto Rico, passed away on June 23, 2001, her family was blessed to share her final moments. Rita is survived by her granddaughter, Maelen Marie Cardell and by her loving son, Michael and his family, Ede, Karly and Cheyenne. Rita was preceded in death by her loving husband of 58 years, Chester R. Cardell, who passed away on December 12, 2000. Once again they will be together, as it should be. Rita was very proud of her accomplishments and contributions, including her time as a registered nurse and the many years she spent as executive secretary of the New Mexico Lions Eye Bank. We will all miss her thoughtful caring nature. Our family would like to thank the staff at Manzano Del Sol for all the love they had for Rita; and also, the many people at Kaseman Hospice for all the caring, compassion and guidance through this difficult time. Services will be held Thursday, 4:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. Benjamin Larzelere, III officiating. Entombment will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made to New Mexico Lions Eye Bank, 303 San Mateo Blvd. NE, 87108, in Rita's name. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Collins -- Charles E. Collins, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, passed away June 24, 2001. He was born in Tucumcari, NM, the son of Sallie Davenport and Bassett Collins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanne Loveall. Charles or"Chuck" is survived by his children, Carolyn Smith and husband, Rick of Fayetteville, AR, Barbara Hanrahan and husband, Gerry of Albuquerque, and Rick Collins of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Katey and Jackie Smith and Connor, Macaelan and Quin Hanrahan. Chuck was a launch coordinator for the Atomic Energy Commission and later the Department of Energy. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, June 28, 2001 5:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Home, 3113 Carlisle NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Quality Continuum Hospice, 8001 Mountain Rd. NE, 262-5411.
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Davis -- Forest A. Davis, 86, a longtime resident of New Mexico and a resident of Bosque Farms for 31 years, died Saturday, June 23, 2001. He is survived by his two sons, Marion Davis and wife, Helen of Albuquerque and Donald L. Davis and wife, Joann of Bloomfield; one daughter, Betty L. Lakey and husband, Richard of Peralta; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Viola V. Davis. Forest was born August 31, 1914 in Stonewall, OK. He was a member of the Oddfellows and a 32� Mason. Mr. Davis joined the Sheet Metal Union Local #49 in 1948 and went to work for the Zia Company of Los Alamos. He left there in 1968. He moved to Bosque Farms and worked for the Henderson Construction Co. until 1973 when he retired. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Graveside Services will be held Tuesday, 12:00 p.m., at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Pallbearers will be Carl Goodall, Dwayne Peters, Clyde Laster, Dirk Davis, David Burge, Russell Virden, Frank DiBenedetti and Dan Kew. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Dougherty -- Margaret June Stewart Dougherty, age 69, passed away Thursday, June 21, 2001 at Valley Memorial Hospital, Pleasanton, CA. She was born August 7, 1931 in Seattle, WA. She moved with her mother, the former Margaret Judith Hall, to Moscow, ID in 1938. Her mother married Hylas M. Stewart. He was the father of two sons, William Albert and Robert Mason, and subsequently adopted Margaret. Margaret graduated from Moscow High School in 1949, and received a BS in Education from the University of Idaho in 1953. She and Robert C. Dougherty were married on June 6, 1953. Robert was a newly commissioned Naval Officer and they made their first home in California where Robert's ship was stationed. She started as an elementary teacher in the San Diego school system. Throughout her career of nearly 30 years she taught primarily in the first and second grades. She loved to teach children and was a strong advocate of basics, primarily reading. As the family moved around, she worked in Moscow, ID, Albuquerque, NM, Livermore, CA, and Dublin, CA. She supported her Alpha Chi Omega sorority and belonged to AAUW. Her hobbies included bridge, reading, gardening, bird watching, camping and travel. Travels with her family took her throughout the US and much of Europe. She was particularly attracted to England. In later years she discovered genealogy and became an avid enthusiast. She belonged to several genealogy clubs. Her research took her across the US and as far away as Ireland. Survivors include her husband of 48 years; her son, Robert Patrick and wife, Wilma Ann of Bellevue, WA; her daughter, Sarah Anne and husband, John Barmen of Elk Grove, IL; her two grandchildren, John Robert Dougherty Barmen and Katherine Margaret Barmen; and her two sisters-in-law, Virginia Stewart and Caroline Stewart. She was preceded in death by her father (1966); mother (1985); and brothers, Robert (1991) and William (1999). Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at Callaghan Mortuary, 3833 East Ave., Livermore, CA 94550. Telephone (925)447-2942. Mass will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at St. Raymond Catholic Church, 11555 Shannon Ave, Dublin, CA. She will be interred at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Livermore. The family suggests memorials be donations to The American Lung Association or Shepherd's Gate, 1639 Portola Ave, Livermore, CA 94550. A memorial is planned in Albuquerque later. See http://www.users.qwest.net/~rdougherty2/ MargaretJune.html
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Ellison -- Sandra L. Ellison-Carrell, 38, passed away June 22, 2001. She is survived by her sons, Brian Ellison Jr. and Mark Ellison of Albuquerque; daughter, Kendra Ellison; their father, Brian Ellison Sr.; her parents, Oddie B. and Rebecca Carrell; brothers, Oddie B. Carrell, Jr. of San Antonio, TX, Alonzo Carrell and Carl Wayne Carrell, both of Albuquerque; sisters, Peggy L. Carrell of San Antonio, TX, Diane Ricks, Reba Weatherly and Linda Gail Carrell, all of Albuquerque; and her grandmother, Ola M. Ellison of Albuquerque. Visitation for Ms. Ellison-Carrell will be Tuesday, June 26, 2001, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at God's House Church, 2335 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, June 27, 2001, 1:00 p.m., at God's House Church. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Espinosa -- Mrs. Gregoria Espinosa, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, June 25, 2001 at the age of 88. Mrs. Espinosa was a member of the Catholic Church. She is survived by her sons, Gil O. Salazar and Fernando Espinosa; and daughters, Flora Garcia and husband, Perfecto, Frances Serna and husband, Tony, Betty Lopez and husband, Heriberto, Elba De Luna and husband, Higinio, and Margaret Lucero and husband, Castulo Jr. She is also survived by her brother, Alcario Jaramillo; sister, Agripina Mares; 45 grandchildren; and 200 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mrs. Espinosa will be held on Wednesday at Holy Family Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Perfecto Garcia II, Geno Griego, Mario Serna, Higinio De Luna Jr., Julian Lucero and Fernando Espinosa Jr. Visitation for Mrs. Espinosa will be held on Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the mortuary chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Gilbert -- Sally R. Gilbert, 67, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, died Sunday, June 24, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Roger Gilbert of Albuquerque; sons, Michael Emillio of Albuquerque and Donald Emillio of Dallas, TX; daughter, Kathryn Bowles of Denver, CO; six grandsons; one great-grandson; and brother, Gene Russau of Massachusetts. Sally was preceded in death by her sister. She operated Gilberts Ornamental Metals with her husband, Roger for 32 years. Cremation has taken place and the family will receive well wishers at the family home, Sunday, July 1, 2001 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Harrison -- Charlie O. Harrison, 75, passed away on June 24, 2001. He was preceded by his loving wife of 42 years, Corine Harrison; and his brother, Ray Harrison of Pueblo Colorado. A devoted father and grandpa, he is survived by his daughters, Virginia Harrison, Jeanette Torres and husband, Danny, Loretta Gurule and husband, Al; grandchildren, Robert Sanchez and wife, Stella, Melissa Garcia and husband, Tom, Kimberly and Kevin Torres, Jennifer Harrison, Alisha, Dominic, Matthew and Avery Gurule; great-grandchildren, Amanda and James Garcia, Alisia and Steven Sanchez; sister-in-law, Sophie Harrison from Pueblo Colorado; brothers, Arthur Harrison and wife, Martha, Albert Harrison and wife, Rosie; sister, Linda Ortiz and husband, Pete; and five other brothers and sisters. Charlie was a proud World War II Veteran that served in the U.S. Coast Guard. He is also a member of the American Legion. He retired after working for 40 years as a manager with Sherwin Williams Paint Store. Charlie was a very devoted Catholic at the Nativity Church where he enjoyed serving as an usher for many years. The family would like to thank the staff of Casa Maria Alzheimer Center for the many years of loving care and Presbyterian Hospice staff for their kindness and devotion in his time of need. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW with Father Hoi Tran Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bobby Sanchez, Tom Garcia, Kevin Torres, Artie Harrison, Vincent Harrison and Matthew Gurule. Honorary Pallbearers will be Avery Gurule, Jennifer Harrison and Kim Torres. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to Michael J. Fox, Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY, 10163. Friends may visit French Mortuary-Westside, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW, Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. till Rosary.
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Huffman -- James "Lewie" (Papa) Huffman, 100, a resident of Albuquerque since 1930, passed away peacefully with family at his side. Born in Kirbyville, TX, he was the youngest of nine children born to Frances and Millard Huffman. Mr. Huffman is survived by his son, James L. Huffman Jr. and wife, Sally of Tucson, AZ; daughter, Carol Zimmerman and husband, Roy of N. Ogden, UT; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and numerous friends. "Papa" lived at his home with his granddaughter, Kari Biernacki and husband, Buzz. His homecare during the day was lovingly provided by Nancy Oldfield and Nannette Macias-Ray. Mr. Huffman was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Delphia; and son, Ronald. In 1930, he entered an apprenticeship program and began working for the Albuquerque Journal/Tribune as a Stereo-typer and retired 42 years later. A wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend he exemplified the values of family and kindness each day of his life. Despite being over 100 years old he enjoyed traveling, visiting and reminiscing. He often shared stories of watching Babe Ruth play baseball, meeting "Pretty-boy" Floyd, and hearing about the Titanic the day it sank. He loved meeting new people and having them try to guess how old he was. After they guessed once or twice, his eyes would twinkle and he would tell them he was over 100. His smile and warmth will be missed. Graveside Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Mr. John Hunt officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The family appreciates Sandia Hospice for making his last weeks comfortable and pain free. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Learsch -- Louis Herman Martin Learsch, 77, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, June 24, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Learsch of Albuquerque; nephew, Robert C. Learsch of Boise, ID; niece, Liesa Denardo of Oakland, NJ; and four great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Calvin Learsch. Mr. Learsch was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church. He was also a member of the Cornerstone-Tyrian Masonic Lodge in Linden, NJ; the Valley of Trenton Scottish Rite, New Jersey; and the Ballut Abyad Temple in Albuquerque. Memorial Services will be held at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 9315 Candelaria NE (299-3621). The day and time will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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Lookabill -- Rosetta Lookabill, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, June 22, 2001. She is survived by her sisters, Cecilia P. Conner of Albuquerque, NM, Theresa Kelly of Council Bluffs, IA, and Maureen De Masters and husband, Robert of Colorado Springs, CO; brother, John Mullen and wife, Velma of Albuquerque, NM. Rosetta is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was a member of Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church. A Memorial Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at 8:00 a.m. with a Memorial Mass following at 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, 2532 Vermont, NE. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Loy -- Arthur Edson Loy, 87, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, June 22, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Henrietta Loy of the family home; children, Laura Loy Dennison of Centennial, CO and husband, Dan Dennison and David Edson Loy of Fremont, CA and wife, Laura Morgan Loy; grandchildren, Fletcher Dennison, Benjamin Loy and Rebecca Loy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde Edson Loy and Helen Opperman. Arthur came to Albuquerque in 1930. He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1932, received his B. Ed. at the University of New Mexico in 1938, and his Masters� in musicology at Berkeley in 1949. Arthur served in the Army during World War II. He taught for 39 years in the Albuquerque Public Schools at Washington and Jefferson Junior High Schools, and at Highland High School, where he was chairman of the fine arts department and taught humanities, choral music and music theory. He retired in 1977. Very active in Albuquerque music circles, he had been a member of the boards of the June Music Festival, Albuquerque Symphony, and KHFM. He was a founding member and original program director of this classical music radio station in 1953. He had a deep appreciation for nature and the environment, taking many photographs to support the establishment of wilderness areas in New Mexico. In addition, he used his skills as a photographer to create a complete, statewide pictorial archive of historic and contemporary churches. He also delighted in writing poetry and satirical articles. Arthur enjoyed camping, picnicking and hiking. With a good friend and hiking companion, he discovered in 1979 the fossilized remains of a new species of dinosaur, seismosaurus (the longest dinosaur ever discovered) that is on display at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, June 28, 2001, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Church, Claremont and Vermont Streets, with reception following at the Loy�s residence. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Photo Archives at the Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104, Attn: Mo Palmer. For more information, Mo can be reached at 243-7255.
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Martin -- Ernest O'Dell Martin, who resided in Albuquerque for over 50 years, recently passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2001 in Stockton, California. He is survived by his children, Mary Catherine Becknell, (CA), Ernest Martin Jr. (AZ), Christina Holmes (USVI), Adam Martin (TX), Dominic Martin (AZ); grandchildren, Desiree Jackson (GA), Valerie Becknell (GA), Charles Becknell Jr. (NM), Richard Sanchez (NM), Kristen Holmes (USVI), Keith Holmes (USVI), Adam Martin Jr. (NM), De'Vante Martin (NM), Simone Martin (NM); great-grandchildren, Roger Jackson (GA), Andrea Jackson (GA), Brianna Holmes (CA), India Buckley (TX), Jayden Sanchez (NM); and a host of cousins, neices, nephews and long time friends. Funeral Services will be held in Meridian, Mississippi. Professional arrangements are entrusted to Enterprise Funeral Home, 3207 11th St. Meridian, Mississippi.
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Martinez -- In Loving Memory of Gregory Lee Martinez II June 26, 1986 - April 8, 1994Happy Birthday HitoIf tears could build a staircase And hearts build a lane, We would walk the way to Heaven To bring you back again Friends/Family may think we've forgotten When at times they see us smile, Little do they know the heartaches, Our smiles Hide!!Love, and miss you, Mom and Dad; sister, (Shannon), Adrian
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Martinez -- In Loving Memory of Gregory Lee Martinez II June 26, 1986 - April 8, 1994Fifteen years ago God allowed you to come into the world. Seven years ago he called you back to Heaven with him. Gregory there's not been a day that goes by that we don't think about you and how our lives would be if you were still here!! Now Heaven is almost complete with grandma Josie. Happy Birthday Brother!! We Love You!! Love always, Sister, Mom, Dad and Family
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Mattson -- John Benhard Mattson, Jr., 70, an Industrial Engineer at the Postal Rate Commission from 1976 until his retirement in 2000, died of a heart attack on June 22, 2001 at his home in Rockville, Md. Mr. Mattson, a native of Newton, Mass., received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics and Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a Master of Science Degree from the University of New Mexico, and Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School in 1962. A member of Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity, he served as a lst Lieutenant in the U. S. Army from 1952 to 1954 and later worked for ACF Industries in Albuquerque, N.M., his adopted state, where he also served two terms as a Republican legislator for District 14. In 1968, Mr. Mattson co-founded Mecca Computer Systems, Inc., and served as its president until relocating to the Washington, D.C., area in 1976. Mr. Mattson was a member of Faith United Methodist Church in Rockville where he participated in the"Russia Initiative" of the UM Volunteers-in-Mission program, participating in reconstruction and social outreach work trips to Vladimir, Russia, as well as Christmas in April and other community activities. Survivors include Nancy Wilburn Mattson, his wife of 42 years; three sons, John Edward, Thomas Michael, (Angela Livers) and Robert Wilburn, (Marvionni); and five grandchildren, Micailya, Alexzondra, Darius, Mackenzie, and Nicholas; he is also survived by one brother, Melvin Mattson (Christa); and two sisters, Muriel Kulow (Frederick) and Lynne Knauss (John). The family will receive friends at Pumphrey's Funeral Home, 300 West Montgomery Avenue, Rockville, MD. on Tuesday, June 26, 2001 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at Faith United Methodist Church in Rockville, Md., at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 27, 2001. A private interment will take place in the Faith Methodist Church Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Faith Methodist Church Foundation at 6810 Montrose Road, Rockville, Md., 20852.
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Mccollum -- Mrs. Marie M. McCollum, 58, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 22, 2001. Mrs. McCollum is survived by her three daughters, Patricia Marie Martinez and husband, Armando, Cynthia Annette McCollum and DeAnna Lynn Wells and husband, Nick; two sons, Steven Edward McCollum and wife, Marlene and Michael Oliver McCollum and wife, Donna; her parents, Oliver and Marie Lasby; two half-sisters, Jill and Phyllis; two half brothers, Jackie and Roger; 11 grandchildren, Desiree, Mitchell, Jessica, Raymond, Caitlin, Mark, Alaina, Dustin, Robert, Lorrieshell and Brittany; and stepmother, Jan Faylkner. Mrs. McCollum was a Veteran of the United States Army. Cremation has taken place. Private disposition will take place at a later time. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Moralez -- Raymond "Shorty" Moralez, 48, a long time resident of Albuquerque, was called home to his Heavenly Father on June 19, 2001. He was a skilled carpenter who loved his trade. He is preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Josephine Moralez; brother, Tommy; and sister, Margaret. Raymond is survived by his wife, Carolina Moralez; sons, Raymond Moralez of Albuquerque, Tomas Moralez of North Carolina, Roberto Aguirre and wife, Emma of Albuquerque; daughter, Andrea Moralez of Amarillo, TX; three brothers, Miguel Moralez and wife, Lydia of Moriarty, David Moralez of Albuquerque, Manuel Moralez and wife, Debbie of Albuquerque; five sisters, Dolores Mata of Amarillo, TX Juanita Ramirez of Logan, NM, Julia Chacon and husband, Manuel of Amarillo, TX, Florence Ortiz and husband, Raymundo of Amarillo, TX, Agnes Hernandez and husband, Ernesto of Amarillo, TX; five grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and friends. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, June 29, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at San Antonio Church in Logan, NM. Memorial Service will take place on Saturday, June 30, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at San Antonio Church in Logan, NM.
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Ostlie -- Gertrude "Gertie" Ostlie, 96, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, went to be with her Lord Thursday, June 21, 2001. She is survived by her sons, Robert �Bob� Ostlie and Jim Ostlie and wife, Judy, all of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Mrs. Ostlie was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Ostlie; daughter, June Ostlie; and son, Charles Ostlie. She was a longtime member of Christ United Methodist Church. Gertrude was an example of living her life to the fullest. She loved her Lord, fishing, traveling and her church family. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at Christ United Methodist Church, 6200 Gibson Blvd. NE, with Rev. Larry Castillo-Wilson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Gertrude Ostlie's name to Christ United Methodist Church, 6200 Gibson Blvd. NE, 87108. The Ostlie family would like to thank the staff at Albuquerque Manor for their many years of loving care. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Padilla -- Benjamin "Benny" J. Padilla, 80, who was a residence of Bosque, NM passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 24, 2001 at his home. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Benny retired from the City of Albuquerque Water Department in 1977. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorencita in 1996; one son, Danny Baca; two brothers, Severo and Stanley Padilla; two nephews, Larry and Eloy Padilla; and one niece, Lucy Padilla. Benny is survived by two daughters, Rose Gomez of Los Lunas and Geraldine Hererra; two sons, Eliseo and Danny Baca, all of Albuquerque; thirteen grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren; two brothers, Ernesto Padilla of Jarales and Cayetano and his wife, Mary of Belen; and one sister, Petrita Tafoya of Belen. Benny is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. A Viewing will be held on Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. The Pallbearers will be Eliseo Gomez, Brian Bowen, Robert and Joseph Serna, Stanley, and Robert Padilla, and Jake and Joe Baca. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM.
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Parkins -- Willard Parkins, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1992, died on Saturday, June 23, 2001. He is survived by his daughters, Suzann Kisiel and husband, Walter of Albuquerque and Kay Kovacs and husband, George of Irwin, PA; granddaughters, Karen Kovacs and Kimberly Kovacs of Philadelphia and Katherine Kisiel of Austin, TX; grandson, Kevin Kisiel of Ann Arbor, MI; his loving companion of nine years, Barbara Steinberg of Albuquerque; brothers, Don Parkins and wife, Shirley of Stuart, FL and Bud Parkins and wife, Betty of McMurray, PA; and sister, Thelma Hallam of Indiana. Willard was a very avid golfer who loved to play at Los Altos and had several hole-in-ones during his lifetime. He also enjoyed playing bridge and woodworking. Memorial Services will be held in Irwin, Pennsylvania at a later date. Mr. Parkins will be interred next to his devoted wife of 53 years, Jessie Parkins, in Pennsylvania.
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Pickeral -- Glenn L.M. Pickeral, 47, of New Port Richey, FL, died Saturday, June 23, 2001 as a result of an automobile accident. He was born and raised in Trenton, NJ and had lived in New Port Richey for the last three years, moving from Albuquerque. He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, having served a mission to the Islands of Tonga. A distinguished Air Force Veteran he was employed as a Manager of IT Administration at Eckerd Corporation. He is survived by his wife, Lauren; children, Kyle, Kelly, Klane, Kaelyn and Kristy all of New Port Richey, FL; his mother, Sonya; one sister, Nancy Padova; two brothers, Jerry Pickeral, New Port Richey, Robert Utter, Jacksonville, FL; and one granddaughter, Renee Baca. Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 10606 Hilltop Drive, New Port Richey, FL on Thursday, June 28, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. Burial will take place at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sun Trust Bank, attn: Kimberly Lawrence, 6335 U.S. Highway 19, New Port Richey, FL 34652-2233, for Lauren Pickeral. Arrangements by Faupel Funeral Home, Port Richey, FL.
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Pulliam -- Oma Racheal Pulliam died on June 23, 2001 in Rio Rancho, NM. She was born in 1913 in Corbin, KY and had lived in Truth or Consequences, NM where she worked as a nurse at St. Ann's Hospital before retiring and moving to Rio Rancho 15 years ago. She was preceded in death by her husband, Loyce Pulliam in 1971; by a daughter, Willa Chavez in 1984; and by a son, Boyd Teague in 1990. She is survived by a daughter, Lois Lopez and husband, John of McIntosh, NM; and by six grandchildren; twenty-two great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. Private Family Services will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangement are by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, 821-0010.
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Saavedra -- Final viewing for Mr. Ricardo Saavedra will be this morning from 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church; where Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Escobosa Cemetery in Escobosa, NM. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW, 898-3160.
        Published on: Tue June 26, 2001

Stratton -- Rebecca J. Stratton, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1986, died on Friday, June 15, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Charles D. Stratton; daughters, Donna Sue Stratton of Albuquerque and Lucinda Balgooyen of Chico, CA; two grandchildren, brother, George Jones and sisters, Mabel Connor and Marjorie Thompson. She was a very well known artist particularly in the New York area and was prominent in art circles. Rebecca won many awards for her painting compositions, winning 1st place nationally. She worked ten years as advertising manager for Koos Brothers, which was the largest furniture store on the east coast. She even designed furniture as well. Services will be held on Wednesday, June 27, 2001, 2:00p.m. at Carter Hall at LaVida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, with Chaplin Norton Scrimshine and The Very Rev. John B. Haverland, officiating. Burial was held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Full Life Foundation, Residence Assistant Fund, c/o LaVida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111.
        Published on: Tue June 26, 2001

Vigil -- Anthony Paul Vigil June 15, 1974 - June 26, 1998 "ANTHONY" Another year has passed to make this three Not one day goes by that you're not thought of constantly The memories of you are always there quite clearly Heaven holds you now so tenderly One day we will reunite OH so joyfully Not for just a while but for eternity You are so loved and missed tremendously By Mom, Dad and Family My precious son, how I long to see thee 
        Published on: Tue June 26, 2001