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Adams -- Phil Adams, 65, left this world on June 25, 2001 while doing what he most enjoyed, fishing with his family. Phil had been ill for several months and was recently diagnosed with cancer, a battle he no longer has to wage. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on June 11, 1936 and was raised on "Cider Hill" in Edgewood, NM by his parents, Frank and Fay (Guest) Adams along with his brothers, Dickey, Jerry and Donny. He attended school in Stanley and Moriarty, NM. Phil was a truck driver for 30 years and had the distinguished honor of receiving the award for "3,000,000 Accident-Free Miles" before retiring in 1986 to enjoy hunting and fishing. His parents and his brother, Dickey preceded him into a better life many years ago. He has left a tremendous legacy of family, friends and great memories. Surviving are a loving family consisting of his great friend and fishing buddy, ex-wife, Janet; daughter, Leslie Markham and husband, Bruce, grandchildren, Mace, Amy Markham and husband, Matt Sandoval, great-grandchildren, JordanN Rainy and Evey Rose; grandchildren, Seth Markham and wife, Mika, great-granddaughter, Delaney and grandson, Eric; son, Mark Adams and wife, Kathy, grandchildren, Aimee Byers, great-grandson, Chance, grandson, Phillip Adams, great-grandson, Luke and grandson, Jake Adams; daughter, Melissa Adams, granddaughters, Amber Sanchez and husband, Rene and Nicole Klem. All of whom will be sharing many stories and great memories of their dad and grandpa for many generations to come. There will be a celebration of Phil's life on Saturday, June 30, 2001 2:00 p.m. at his home on Robin Court in Edgewood, NM.The time has come for parting And I must leave and go When love remains in parting Leaving is hard, I knowWe've had our days, we've had our ways We've laughed and loved and lived I've fought and cried, sought and tried 'Til I had nothing left to giveI wish you to forget the bad times And only recall the good I know it's in your nature To forget just what you shouldI've had my bouts, I've had my doubts I've quit and called it a day Think of me and wish me peace I'll be with you along the way
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Alessandrini -- Helen Alessandrini, 92, a resident of Albuquerque died, Wednesday, June 27, 2001. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Madelyn Alessandrini of Flemington, NJ; grandchildren, Kathleen McKibben of Ft. Wingate, NM; John Alessandrini of Tampa, FL, James Alessandrini of Ft. Lee, NJ and Michael Alessandrini of Flemington, NJ; and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be held Friday, 3:00 p.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd.NW with Deacon Don Buckner officiating. Interment will take place at Madonna Cemetery in Ft. Lee, New Jersey.
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Bell -- Capt. Gordon Colman Bell, USN, Ret., a resident of Albuquerque since 1970. He was born on September 21, 1918 in Tullahoma, Tennessee and passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2001, in Albuquerque, NM. Gordon is survived by his wife, Elinor; daughter, Joy Bell Tauber, both of Albuquerque; brother, William, and wife, Ann of Carriere, MS; sister, Anita Banks, and husband, Arthur of Bristol, TN; brother-in-law, Frank Horan of Collinsville, IL; nephews, Allen Bell, Michael Bell, Jeff Glover, and Mike Horan; and nieces, Ruth Ann Fuqua, Marty Acedevo, Kathy Finney, and Mary Ann Getz. He was preceded in death by his son, John Gordon; father, Estil; mother, Annie; sister, Louise Horan; and mother-in-law, Helen Powers. Gordon was a career officer in the Medical Service Corps of the U.S. Navy for over 20 years. During World War II he was a gunnery officer aboard the battleship, USS Texas. He was on the board the Texas at the Invasion of Normandy off Omaha Beach. He later served as Radiological Safety Officer during the building and commissioning of the first nuclear aircraft carrier, USS Enterprise. After retiring Gordon served on the Air Force Inspector General's Team at Kirtland Air Force Base. He was a longtime member of the Heights Christian Church, Albuquerque, NM, where he sang in the choir and served as an Elder. He also served as a trustee of El Paso Christian College, El Paso, Texas. He was active in the Christian Men's Association. Gordon was a graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA. A memorial service will be held at the Heights Christian Church, corner of Comanche and Louisiana, 10:00a.m., Monday, July 2, 2001. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be given in Gordon�s name to the Heights Christian Church.
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Boren -- Perhaps you brought or served food. Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a floral piece; if so, we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friends could say; perhaps you were not there at all, just thought or prayed for us that day. Whatever the part the Lord had you play to console our hearts, we thank you so much, and may He bless each one of you. The family of Joe Sam Boren. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Contreras -- In Loving Memory of Renee Contreras March 1, 1969 - June 30, 1994It has been seven years since we have seen you, but your presence is with us daily. The holidays have come and gone, We look forward to seeing you, but then remembered that you are in the presence of the Lord. We miss you and look forward to a time when we reunite in Heaven. Mi Hita, Simbre en mente. We love you, your mom, your kids, and family and friends.
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Doan -- Patrick "Pat" Doan, 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 25 years, died on Tuesday, June 26, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Helen Doan; daughters, Judy Taft and husband, Stan of Huntsville, TX and Jannease Espinosa and husband, Ernie of Honolulu, HI; sons, Jon (Doan) Espinosa of Duncan, OK, Michael Eickmeyer of Tucson, AZ and Tom Eickmeyer and wife, Barbara of Flagstaff, AZ; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Pat served in the US Army Air Corp during WWII with an honorable discharge as 2nd Lt.. He retired from Enron Corporation in 1988 after 25 years of service. Pat had a tremendous love for flying and building radio controlled airplanes and was an instructor for many beginner RC pilots. He flew RC airplanes for almost 40 years. Pat often said, �I only fly on days that end in "Y." A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 30, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E., with Pastor Rick Donaho, officiating.
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Duborg -- Capt. (USN ret.) Duborg, Robert W."Gus", age 81, passed away June 25, 2001. He is survived by his beloved wife, Charlotte of Albuquerque; son, Stewart Fleisher and wife, Jacki and children, of Denver, CO; daughter, Susan McKnight and husband, Patrick of Coronado, CA; and son, Mark Fleisher and wife, Toni and daughter of Phoenix, AZ. Capt. Duborg attended the University of Nevada, Johns Hopkins University, graduated with distinction from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1942. He attended Naval Flight Training schools and served as a Naval Carrier pilot in WWII and Korea. His graduate work included the U.S. Naval Post Graduate School and he received a Master Degree in nuclear physics from MIT. During his career, he held various supervisory, staff and command position in the office in the chief of Naval Operations (CNO), Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory (LASL) and Amchitka Island in the Aleutians during Operations Long Shot. He was Deputy Commander of the DOD Scientific Task Force Group for high altitude nuclear weapons effects test in the Pacific in 1962. From then to 1970, he served as Commander of Joint Task Force 8 (JTF-8) and as Deputy Commander, Test Command, Defense Atomic Support Agency, Sandia Base, N.M. Prior to retirement, Capt. Duborg was assigned as Staff Officer Nuclear Plans Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE). His awards include Legion of Merit, American Defense Service Medal, Joint Services Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Commendation, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, Victory Medal (WWII) Korean Service Medal and Korean Presidential Unit Citation. Capt. Duborg was a member of TROA (The Retired Officers Association), the Navy League, the Albuquerque Petroleum Club and the TROA Ski Club. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in memory of Capt. Duborg to the TROA, ROTC Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 5071, Albuquerque, NM 87185 or to your favorite charity. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 29, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E. Burial to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.
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Dugan -- Alfred Edward Dugan, 87, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Thursday, June 28, 2001. Alfred was born November 27, 1913 the son of Noah and Stella Wilkerson Dugan in Alpine, Texas. At the age of three, his family moved to Phoenix, AZ by covered wagon, it took 40 days to make the move. He lived in Colorado for 31 years, Santa Fe for 12 years, and then moved to Rio Rancho. Alfred had been a farmer and Ranch owner before retiring. He was a member of the Rio Rancho United Methodist Church. He was married to"Alcie" Jeannette Wilson. Alfred was preceded in death by two sons, Bobby and Carl Dugan. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jeannette of Rio Rancho; and three children, Vernon Dugan of Houston, TX, Robert Dugan and wife, Vicky of Houston, TX, and Ronald Tanner and wife, Jane of Orem, UT; two sisters, Evelyn Dunham of Oregon, and Freda Blahosky of Pecos, TX; nine grandchildren, Connie Dugan, Jeannie Clark, Duke, Tiffini, Travis, Jared, Javen, SumerLyn, and Ben; and 15 great-grandchildren. Alfred was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be Monday, July 2, 2001 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with the Service on Tuesday, July 3, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at the Rio Rancho United Methodist Church, 1652 Abrazo Rd. NE, (just west of Unser Blvd.) with Rev. Gregg Armstrong officiating. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
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Duran -- LaLa Duran, 96, went home to the Lord on June 29, 2001. She is the daughter of Fernando and Agueda Perea. She is survived by son, Rudy Duran and wife, Elsie; nine grandchildren Becky, Rachael, Roberta, Rosella, Rudolph, Gina, Roses, Ruby and Michelle; and 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Fred Duran; and grandson, Michael Duran. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitation for Mrs. Duran will be held Monday, July 2, 2001 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, July 3, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Larry Muro, Joe Abeyta, Nick Martinez, John Olguin, Gilbert Sisneros, Blake Garcia. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW. 243-5222
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Fisher -- Theo O. Fisher was born in Melbourne, Australia, and was a graduate of the College of the Bible in Melbourne. He emigrated to the United States in 1937 and graduated from Butler University with BSL, BA, and MA degrees. In 1954, Butler University conferred the honorary Doctor of Divinity Degree upon him. Dr. Fisher served as a chaplain with the US Air Force during World War II, serving in New Guinea, the Philippines, and Japan. He later served as chairman of the Military and Veterans Service Committee of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). In 1957, at the invitation of the Chief of Chaplains of the United States Air Force, he participated in a Preaching Mission to air bases in Europe. He began his ministry with Northwood Christian Church in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1939. During his ministry, the church membership grew from 363 to over 1,800 members. After 25 years at Northwood, Dr. Fisher resigned his pastorate. During 1965, he was a member of the Senior Common Room and student at Mansfield College, Oxford University, England. Dr. Fisher then served as senior minister of Monte Vista Christian Church, Albuquerque, NM from 1966 to 1976. After formal retirement in 1976, he served a number of interim ministries in Texas, California, and New Mexico including Los Altos Christian Church, Church of the Good Shepherd, and Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque and Christian Churches in Ruidoso and Las Cruces. He served as President of the Church Federation of Greater Indianapolis, the Indiana Convention of Christian Churches, the Indianapolis (Interdenominational) Ministerial Association, the Christian Ministers Association of Indianapolis, and the Indianapolis Christian Church Union. He was also Vice President of the Board of Directors of Unified Promotion of Christian Churches and Trustee and Secretary of the Board of Trustees of Christian Theological Seminary. He was a guest lecturer at Christian Theological Seminary and a member of the International society of Theta Phi. He served as chairman and member of various state and national church committees. Dr. Fisher was chairman of the Program and Arrangements committee for the World Convention of Churches of Christ held in Toronto, Canada in 1955 and was chairman of the Program and Arrangements Committee for the World Convention, which was held in Endinburgh, Scotland in 1960. He wrote articles for various church periodicals including "World Call," "The Christian," "The Australian Christian" and "Secret Place." Theo Fisher was married to Georgine Cofield Fisher for 61 years. He was the son of Elsie and Alex Fisher of Melbourne, Australia. He had two sisters, Avice Banks and Cooree Fisher; and one brother, Lance Fisher, all living in Melbourne, Australia. There are five children, Karen L. Fisher of Albuquerque, Ted A. Fisher of Los Angeles, CA, Deborah D. Garrison of Albuquerque, Kristin G. Fisher, (infant deceased), and Lisa S. Giombolini of Albuquerque; ten grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A Memorial Service will be held at Monte Vista Christian Church (3501 Campus Blvd.) on Sunday, July 22, 2001 at 4:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Monte Vista Christian Church 3501 Campus Blvd., Albuquerque, NM 87106.
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Fisher -- Theo O. Fisher was born in Melbourne, Australia, and was a graduate of the College of the Bible in Melbourne. He emigrated to the United States in 1937 and graduated from Butler University with BSL, BA, and MA degrees. In 1954, Butler University conferred the honorary Doctor of Divinity Degree upon him. Dr. Fisher served as a chaplain with the US Air Force during World War II, serving in New Guinea, the Philippines, and Japan. He later served as chairman of the Military and Veterans Service Committee of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). In 1957, at the invitation of the Chief of Chaplains of the United States Air Force, he participated in a Preaching Mission to air bases in Europe. He began his ministry with Northwood Christian Church in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1939. During his ministry, the church membership grew from 363 to over 1,800 members. After 25 years at Northwood, Dr. Fisher resigned his pastorate. During 1965, he was a member of the Senior Common Room and student at Mansfield College, Oxford University, England. Dr. Fisher then served as senior minister of Monte Vista Christian Church, Albuquerque, NM from 1966 to 1976. After formal retirement in 1976, he served a number of interim ministries in Texas, California, and New Mexico including Los Altos Christian Church, Church of the Good Shepherd, and Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque and Christian Churches in Ruidoso and Las Cruces. He served as President of the Church Federation of Greater Indianapolis, the Indiana Convention of Christian Churches, the Indianapolis (Interdenominational) Ministerial Association, the Christian Ministers Association of Indianapolis, and the Indianapolis Christian Church Union. He was also Vice President of the Board of Directors of Unified Promotion of Christian Churches and Trustee and Secretary of the Board of Trustees of Christian Theological Seminary. He was a guest lecturer at Christian Theological Seminary and a member of the International society of Theta Phi. He served as chairman and member of various state and national church committees. Dr. Fisher was chairman of the Program and Arrangements committee for the World Convention of Churches of Christ held in Toronto, Canada in 1955 and was chairman of the Program and Arrangements Committee for the World Convention, which was held in Endinburgh, Scotland in 1960. He wrote articles for various church periodicals including "World Call," "The Christian," "The Australian Christian" and "Secret Place." Theo Fisher was married to Georgine Cofield Fisher for 61 years. He was the son of Elsie and Alex Fisher of Melbourne, Australia. He had two sisters, Avice Banks and Cooree Fisher; and one brother, Lance Fisher, all living in Melbourne, Australia. There are five children, Karen L. Fisher of Albuquerque, Ted A. Fisher of Los Angeles, CA, Deborah D. Garrison of Albuquerque, Kristin G. Fisher, (infant deceased), and Lisa S. Giombolini of Albuquerque; ten grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A Memorial Service will be held at Monte Vista Christian Church, (3501 Campus Blvd.) on Sunday, July 22, 2001 at 4:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Monte Vista Christian Church 3501 Campus Blvd., Albuquerque, NM 87106.
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Garcia -- Manuela "Mela" L. Garcia, 86, died Thursday, June 28, 2001 at her home in Socorro, NM. She was born February 25, 1915 to Jose T. and Luz (Apodaca) Lopez in Lemitar, NM. She is preceded in death by her husband, Florentino in 1998; a son, Jose T. Garcia; a daughter, Lola Gurule; and sisters, Maria Baca and Margarita Prescott. She is survived by her son, Florentino E. Garcia and wife, Joanne of Mansfield, TX; daughter, Anita Montoya and husband, Clarence of Socorro; brother, Jose M. Lopez of San Francisco, CA; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Visitation will be on Friday, June 29, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Steadman-Hall Funeral Home. Rosary will be recited on Friday, June 29, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the San Miguel Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, June 30, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at San Miguel with Father Edward Domme as Celebrant. Interment will be in the Lemitar Cemetery. Pallbearers are Gabriel Baca, Trinidad Baca, Jose I. Valenzuela, Paul Montoya, Felipe Gonzales and John Michael Gurule. Honorary Pallbearers are Clarence G. Montoya, Tano Pacheco and Joe V. Baca. Arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
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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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Gonzales -- Simon "Sam" Gonzales Jr., 66, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Wednesday, June 27, 2001. He was a member of the San Clemente Catholic Church. Sam was a well-known area businessman, owning and operating S&J Service Station for 38 years. He retired from the Valencia County Sheriffs Department as a Sergeant with twenty-six years of outstanding service. He is preceded in death by one sister, Ruth Lopez and one brother, Danny. Sam is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Ernestine "Tina" of the family home in Los Lunas; four children, Lorenzo and his wife, Cleo of Peralta, Theresa, Yvonne and her fiancé Ruben Moya Sr., and Jason and his life, Gloria, all of Los Lunas; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three brothers, Gilbert and his wife, Dora of Albuquerque; Peter and his wife, Lydia of Socorro, NM; and Tom and his wife, Gina of Albuquerque. Sam is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. A Viewing will be held on Friday, June 29, 2001 from 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. with a Rosary being recited at 6:00 p.m. at the San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, June 30 at 10:30 a.m. at the San Clemente Catholic Church with Interment following at the San Clemente Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his two sons, Lorenzo and Jason; four grandsons, Ruben Moya Jr., Anthony Romero,Marcus and Simon Montano; Ruben Moya Sr. and Clem Artiaga. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM in charge of arrangements.
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Hooper -- John Christian Hooper II died on June 26, 2001 at the age of 37. He is survived by his children, Jeff and Kaitlin Hooper, both of Albuquerque; his mother, Evelyn Hooper of Albuquerque; three brothers, Scott Hein and wife, Ellen of Lubbock, TX, Steve Hooper and wife, Jolynn and Fred Hooper and wife, Carol, all of Albuquerque; a sister, Adele Montez of Albuquerque; nieces and nephews, Tracey, Jocelyn, Tim, Eric, Amy, Craig, Chanz, Shayna and Patrick; and special friend, Carol Luthy. John worked in various construction related jobs and was excited about a new job he had just undertaken. John was extremely proud of his children, Jeff and Katie and loved them very much. Their mother Mary has nurtured and cared for them and is largely responsible for their successful upbringing. One of John's greatest joys was driving his Model T, which he toured through Old Town this past weekend. John will always be greatly loved and missed. Memorial Services are scheduled for 4:00 p.m. Friday, June 29, 2001 at Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho of New Covenant Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Project Share or a favorite charity of your choice. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, 821-0010.
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Landesberger -- Memorial Services for Sebastian Landesberger will take place tomorrow, Saturday, June 30, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at the Aspen Funeral Home at 1935 Juan Tabo NE.
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Lienau -- Mr. Steven Lienau died Monday, June 18, 2001 at the age of 40. Steven was born to Richard Michael Lienau and Camellia (Hening) Lienau in Albuquerque in 1960 and was raised in Corrales and Albuquerque. He joined the navy in 1980 and served for 11 years. He attained the rank of Petty Officer Second Class as a Corpsman. He was honorably discharged after having received numerous awards and medals including the Navy Achievement Medal. During his service, he was called to support Desert Storm. After being discharged from active duty, Steven entered the medical research field. He is survived by his father, Richard Michael Lienau and his step-mother, Bonnie Lienau of Pecos, NM; his mother, Camellia Hening of Albuquerque; a sister, Leslie Lienau Capshaw of Edmond, OK; and a brother, Chris Lienau of Simpsonville, SC. He is also survived by his three children, Christopher Michael Lienau and Elizabeth Anne Lienau of Corpus Christi, TX and Jade Kimiko Lienau of Thousand Oaks, CA. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 29, 2001 at 12:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe Street, Santa Fe, NM. Chaplain Patricia Mannion is officiating.
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Martinez -- Mrs. Stella M. Martinez, 88, a former resident of Bernalillo N.M. in her younger years and then a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 26, 2001. She was born December 26, 1912. She is survived by her two daughers, Rose Marie Alderete of Corrales, N.M. and Alice J. Sedillo; two sons, Charlie V. Martinez and wife, Dorothy and Tom Martinez and wife Betty of Montebello, Ca.; a sister-in-law: Aniceta Martinez; niece-sister: Dolores S. Baros and husband Frank; nephew-brother: Eulogio Silva; 29 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Four generations survive her. She is preceded in death by her husband, Cleofes Martinez; parents, Rufino and Adela Martinez; son, Willie H. Martinez; daughter, Irene Alderete; a granddaughter, Amorette Alderete; a grandson, Fernando Anaya; son-in-law, John Sedillo Jr.; a daughter-in-law, Barbara V. Martinez; sisters, Fidelina Apodaca, Margaret Zamora, Bernardita Ortiz, Manuelita Mata, Adela Gallegos, Lucia Valdez and Bersabe Silva; a brother, Luis Martinez. Mrs. Martinez was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Sunday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with visitation after 3:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. at San Martin Catholic Church, 8301 Camino San Martin SW with final visitation at the church after 8:30. Father James, celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Chuck Martinez, Robert Gonzales, Richard L. Sedillo, Johnny Ray Sedillo, Chris Alderete adn Niel Lovato. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Mcdowell -- Dorothy S. McDowell, born July 5, 1915, passed away at home in El Paso, TX on Saturday, June 23, 2001. Mrs. McDowell was a 60-year resident of Albuquerque prior to moving to El Paso, TX. Her husband, L.E. McDowell; son, David L. McDowell; and daughter, Mary Lou Roady preceded Mrs. McDowell in death. She is survived by her sons, Guy Allen McDowell of Corrales and William J. McDowell and wife, Marsha also of Corrales; daughter, Kathleen Armstrong and husband, Joe of El Paso, TX; brother, Roger Seddon of Albuquerque; sister, Peggy Valencich of Sacramento, CA; step-mother, Aubrey Seddon of Ft. Worth, TX; 15 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. Dorothy was a loving, giving mother, grandmother and friend and will be greatly missed by all. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 29, 2001, at French Mortuary, University Blvd Chapel, 1111 University Blvd NE, with Rev. Gerald Farley officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 216 Truman NE, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Mchugh -- Rose Salazar McHugh, 81, passed away in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 26, 2001. She is survived by her children, Terry McHugh and Kathy McHugh Hodge; son-in-law, Kevin Hodge; and daughter-in-law, Caroline Vickers McHugh; grandchildren, Tera Hodge and William McHugh. Mrs. McHugh was born June 2, 1920 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She graduated from Albuquerque High School and attended the University of New Mexico. She resided in Albuquerque the majority of her life. Her family were original settlers in New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William James McHugh. She enjoyed a full and happy life. In celebration of her life, a Memorial Mass will be held in Albuquerque at Our Lady of Fatima on Saturday, June 29, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in her name to the Arthritis Foundation -Greater SW Chapter, 1313 East Osborn Rd. Ste 200, Phoenix Arizona 85014.
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Mobley -- Monday afternoon, June 25, 2001, Eunice Hurst Mobley joined her husband, Roy Thurston Mobley. She was in residence at the Cottages. Born in Laurel, MS July 7, 1905, she was the sixth child of Walter Jefferson Hurst and Lula Slaughter Hurst and the last survivor of her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her only child, Eunice Mobley Cole as well as many nieces and nephews. Eunice graduated in Education and Social Sciences from the University of Mississippi where she met Roy, a budding lawyer. They celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary October 2, 1987, shortly before his death in February 1989. They were a dynamic team in her work with the New Mexico State Employment Service and his as attorney for several Apache Indian Tribes. Eunice became a pioneer for recognition of women's place in the working world. She was one of the first employees of the Mississippi Employment Agency in 1937 and recruited workers to build the Oak Ridge Atomic Facility. In 1941, as President of the Laurel MS Chapter of the Business and Professional Women's Club, she was sent to the National Convention in California as the state's representative. On the trip out and back, the move to New Mexico was hatched. In 1944, Eunice was assigned as manager of the Alamogordo office dealing with projects at Holloman AFB and White Sands Proving Grounds. The Mobley's were there for the first atomic explosion. In 1955, she requested a transfer to Albuquerque as more central to her husband's business and three weeks later was asked to become the manager of the Albuquerque office, the only woman manager in the State of New Mexico. With her experience in supplying employees for Kirtland AFB and Sandia Corp., Dr. Charles R. Spain asked her to be a member of a small committee to decide on the advisability of creating a school for vocational and technical training. The committee unanimously agreed and TVI was born. Eunice was one of the developers and served on the Board of the Youth Employment Service, offering a baby sitters course, job responsibility, grooming, first aid and child care. She has been quoted in the press frequently on self-esteem, pride in a job well done and success in the business world. She continued active participation in the B&PW Club, the Chamber of Commerce, the Order of Eastern Star, member of the First Methodist Church and several women's groups. After her retirement from NMES in 1967, Eunice and Roy traveled widely between Alaska and Europe. Eunice lived by her principles. She understood the need for positive thinking, judgment with compassion, unconditional love and trust, forgiveness and especially a lively sense of humor. She maintained contact with friends from all stages of her life and was highly respected by friends and co-workers alike. She was a loving and supportive mother, a much-adored grandmother, and a deeply loved and loving wife. An avid rose grower, she cherished the friendship of Dorothy Doolittle, NM's lover and champion of nature. Aphids were her only enemy. She loved her family, poetry, music, the visual arts and Scottie dogs. Albuquerqueans can take pleasure in celebrating her life. There will be a private Memorial to be announced at a later time. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SW is in charge of her arrangements.
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Montoya -- Samuel M. Montoya, 83, went to meet his Señor, June 25, 2001. Samuel was born and raised in Santa Fe, NM. He was the third child born to Eugeñio and Eduvigen Montoya. He attended and graduated from St. Michael's High School in 1937. After high school, he attended Airplane Mechanical School in Lincoln, Nebraska. He served his country in the U. S. Navy during World War II in the South Pacific. After the war, he worked in Gallup, NM where he met and married his wife, Mary Cornejo. Soon after, he moved to Santa Fe where he worked as service manager at Southwestern Skyways. His job moved him and his family to Albuquerque in 1962. He worked for and retired from General Dynamics in 1983. He was active in the Knights of Columbus as a Grand Knight in the III Degree and a member in the IV Degree. After retiring in 1983, he was active in the community of Queen of Heaven Parish where he served as a volunteer with the Sisters at Queen of Heaven School. He is survived by his dearly beloved wife, Mary Cornejo of Albuquerque; and daughters, Dolores Montoya y Taylor and husband, Bill of Sandy, Utah, Gloria Montoya and companion, Connie Hansen of Albuquerque, Bernadette Farris and husband, Frank of Helotes, TX, Eduviges Downing and husband, Rick of Albuquerque, Anna Cox and husband, Bruce of Albuquerque, Veronica Montoya y Campbell and husband, Mike of Delmont, PA and Letitia Reimann and husband, John of Los Lunas; and sons, Samuel Montoya Jr. of Albuquerque, and Robert Montoya of Las Cruces. He also had 20 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Viewing will be held at Fitzgerald & Son Mortuary on June 27 and 28, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Rosary and Funeral Services will be held at Queen of Heaven Church on June 29, 2001 beginning at 9:00 a.m. followed by a celebration of his reunion with his Señor at Queen of Heaven Parish Hall. Interment at the Santa Fe National Cemetery will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his name to the American Cancer Society.
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Nickelson -- Doris Leora Nickelson, 75, a resident of Los Chavez, NM peacefully passed away after an extended illness on Wednesday, June 27, 2001. Doris was a member of the Valencia County Cooperative Extension Homemaker (currently named Family and Community Education) since 1990, serving as chairperson for two years; Superintendent of Needlework with the Valencia County Fair between the years of 1993 - 1996; American Sewing Guide member since 1996, forming a neighborhood chapter; Breakfast Optimist Club of Belen member since 1999, and Co-Wagonmaster of the Chuckwagon. Doris was awarded Optimist of the Year for 2000. She served as Board Member for the Socorro County Senior Citizens program between the years of 1982 - 1988, serving as President and Treasurer at various times; and a member of the 200 & 600 Women's International Bowling Conference and State Champion Scratch team in 1967 - 1977. She is preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Cora Goodgame. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Loyd of the family home; four children, Monicarol Nickelson of CA and formerly of Newton, Kansas, Jeffery of Los Chavez, Gregory of AZ, and Timothy of Utah; five loving grandchildren, Tamara White, Scott Nickelson, Amanda Wilcken, Tyler Nickelson, and Evan Walker; two great-grandchildren, Bethany and Eliza Wilcken; and one brother, Leonard Franklin Goodgame, of WA. Cremation has taken place with a Visitation on Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. at Romero Funeral Home followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM.
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Orozco -- Final visitation for Mr. David A. Orozco will be Friday morning in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos NW from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Ramon Aragon. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr.SW in charge of arrangements.
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Padilla -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Pablita (Mama) Padilla, will be celebrated Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Church of The Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW with final visitation at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Edmund Savilla, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Pajarito Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Rivera -- Alfredo Luciano Rivera, age 49, died June 26, 2001 in Santa Rosa as a result of a motor vehicle accident while delivering a truck load of cement. Alfredo was born March 10, 1952 in Santa Rosa, NM to the home of Max G. and Dora Moreno Rivera. He was reared in Santa Rosa and graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1970. He married Yolanda Barela on October 16, 1971 in Fort Sumner, NM. Alfredo was working for his brother, Robert Rivera as Plant Manager for RER Redi Mix in Santa Rosa. He was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council 5146. Alfredo loved ranching and feeding cattle with his father, Max and enjoyed playing with his grandson, Diego. Alfredo was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend and will truly be missed by all. Survivors include his wife, Yolanda Rivera of the family home in Santa Rosa; his son, Joaquin Rivera and wife, Paulette of Tijeras; his daughter, Maxine Rivera of Santa Rosa; grandson, Diego Rivera of Santa Rosa; parents, Max and Dora Rivera of Santa Rosa; brothers, Max Rivera and wife, Patricia of Albuquerque, Robert Rivera and wife, Ida of Santa Rosa; and sister, Cathy Apodaca and husband, Anthony of Los Lunas; brothers and sisters-in-law, Transita Santillanes and husband, Mike of Denver, CO, Abran Barela of Yokum, WA, Isabel Lopez of Albuquerque, Lucy Rael of Albuquerque, Connie Campos and husband, Jerry of Santa Rosa and Bridget Anaya of Tucumcari. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, coworkers and a host of friends. Rosary Services will be conducted on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. from St. Rose of Lima Church in Santa Rosa. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. also from St. Rose Church with Father Stephen Schultz officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers are Tito Vigil, Tito Romero, Jerry Campos, Andrew Sanchez, Pete Cordova, Mike Santillanes, Sam Lopez, Matthew Barela and Max Velasquez. Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be Alfredo's coworkers from the Robert Rivera Construction Company. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd Street, Santa Rosa, NM 505-472-3369.
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Russell -- Vera A. (Grandma) Russell, 101, a resident of Albuquerque and Los Lunas since 1953, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2001. She is survived by her sons, Roscoe C. Russell Jr. of Los Lunas, James W. Russell and wife, Gerry of El Paso, TX and Rex Russell of Odessa, TX; daughters, Lahoma Cook of Amarillo, TX and Imogene Russell of Los Lunas; 14 grandchildren, Carol, Paul, Beth, Donna, Sharron, Bonnie, Melva, Joanne, James Jr., Selinda, Dennis, Gretta, Michael and Susan; 22 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; six great-great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roscoe Sr.; and seven brothers and sisters. Vera was born on Indian Territory and moved to western Oklahoma in a covered wagon. She then moved to Kansas to go to school. She married her husband in 1919. She worked as a cook manager in Las Vegas Public Schools, Albuquerque Public Schools and the Ghost Ranch. She was a member of Peralta Memorial United Methodist Church. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Peralta Memorial United Methodist Church, 25 Wesley Road, Peralta, NM, with Rev. Joe Wood officiating. Interment will take place in Las Vegas, NM. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Schrader -- After a long battle against cancer, Scott Andrew Schrader passed away quietly in the last minutes of Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at the age of 40. Scott was born on November 20, 1960 in Savannah, Georgia. He moved with his family to Albuquerque in 1974. He graduated from Highland High School and the University of New Mexico with a Masters degree in Chemical Engineering. He was an employee of Sandia National Laboratories since 1993. Scott was a caring man who loved children, and he was an avid outdoorsman and hunter. Scott is survived by his two children, Troy, 6, and Emily, 4; his parents, William and Margaret (Northcutt) Schrader of Albuquerque; three brothers, Lyn, Karl, and Joe Schrader, all of Albuquerque; and two sisters, Dawn Schrader of Albuquerque and Kristi Ouellette of Monterey, California. A memorial service will be held at Ridgecrest Christian Church, 5300 Eastern Ave. SE (NW of San Mateo and Gibson) on Saturday, June 30, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110, Attn. Carla Ramirez. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Vigil -- Clara Quintana Vigil passed into Heaven on June 27, 2001 surrounded by family at Northeastern Hospital in Las Vegas, NM. She was born to Damian Quintana and Abeda Quintana on June 5, 1905 and resided in Springer, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donaciano Vigil; her daughter, Margaret Wakefield; her granddaughter, Cynthia Wakefield; her grandson, Randy Kinard, her granddaughter, Carol Ann Burgasser; and her great-granddaughter, Cindy Burgasser. She is survived by her children, Josephine Kinard of San Francisco, Raymond Vigil and his wife, Margie of Albuquerque, Donaciano Vigil and his wife, Etsuko of Albuquerque, Dorothy Solano and her husband, Cipriano of Springer, Rose Johnston and her husband, Wayne of Albuquerque, Floyd Vigil and his wife, Hyocha of Albuquerque, Dale Vigil and his wife, Channing of Pacifica; and her son-in-law, Quennon Wakefield. She is also survived by 23 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great and great-great-grandmother, aunt and friend. She will be greatly missed by everyone. We love you and may you rest in peace. Funeral Services are being handled by Alderete-Pomeroy, 244 1st Street, Raton, NM. A Rosary will be held on Friday, June 29, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. and Funeral Services will be on Saturday, June 30. 2001 at noon. Both services will be held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Springer, NM.
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Wood -- Elizabeth Rose Wood, 88, a resident of the SW Valley of Albuquerque since 1947, passed away June 26, 2001. She is survived by three daughters, Jean DeWalt and husband, Sam of Albuquerque, NM, Elizabeth McDonald and husband, Lake of Titusville, FL, and Theresa Hofheins and husband, Richard of Albuquerque, NM; one son, Tom Higgins and wife Jeanenne of Albuquerque, NM; 19 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday June 29, 2001, with a rosary to follow in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE. Mass of the Resurrection will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday June 30, 2001, at St. Ann's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Garden. Pallbearers will be Bradley Higgins, Johnny Higgins, David DeWalt, Stephen DeWalt, Michael DeWalt, Rick Olinger, and Lake McDonald. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of her arrangements.
        Published on: Fri June 29, 2001