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Atkinson -- Josephine Foster Atkinson passed away June 10, 2001 in Boulder, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willim W. (Bill) Atkinson. She is survived by her sons and their wives, William Jr. (Carol) of Boulder, Colorado, Richard (Margaret) of Jenison, Michigan; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was born in Byers, Texas, on November 7, 1912 and grew up in that state. In 1930 she moved to Albuquerque where she met her future husband. They were married for 59 years. She attened Amarillo Junior College and was an active member of the First Congregational Church, the Women's Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, the Opti Mrs. Club, the Progress Women's Club, and was a member of the board of the Albuquerque Museum in its formative years. Her favourite hobby was painting. Her husband said of her,"Jo's most important activity, of course, as it always has been, is spreading kindness." A memorial service will be held at the First Congregational Church on Saturday, July 7 at 11 a.m. officiated by the Rev. Randy Beckwerth. Memorial contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Museum
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Balding -- Frankie Julia Balding, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1983, passed away on Friday, June 29, 2001. She is survived by daughter Patricia Enns and husband, Gerald"Jerry" of Albuquerque; Grandsons, Kyle Enns of Seattle, and Gary Enns and wife, Melody stationed in Aviano, Italy serving in the Air Force; and numerous nieces and nephews. Frankie was a member of the Albuquerque Stroke Club. Services will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2001, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Cremation will take place at a later date."Granny B we miss you".
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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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Bogarosh -- Novella Brown McGlothlin Bogarosh, 86, died June 17, 2001, at Lovelace Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She died from a stroke. Mrs. Bogarosh, a native of Allisonia, spent her childhood on a farm in the New River Valley near Wytheville, Virginia. She graduated from Radford University with a teaching degree and worked in the late '30's and '40's as a teacher, principal, and administrator. In 1947, she married and later moved to Richmond, Virginia, where her husband taught at the Medical College of Virginia. Pursuant to her husband's work as a commissioned officer and pharmacologist with the US Dept. of Health, Education and Welfare, Indian Health, Mrs. Bogarosh established homes in Albuquerque, as well as Aberdeen, South Dakota; Norman, Oklahoma; and the Maryland suburbs of Washington, D.C. Her hobbies included creative writing and financial planning and investment. She won several awards as a poet. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Navy Captain Peter Leonard Bogarosh, Ph.D of Albuquerque; a son, Christopher Leonard Bogarosh, M.D., of Spokane, Washington; a daughter, Barbara A. BogaRosh, J.D., of Alexandria, Virginia; and four grandchildren.
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Bynum -- The family of Harold D. Bynum wish to extend their deepest appreciation to the many friends who expressed their sympathy by acts of kindness following the death of Harold. Your attendance at the funeral, cards, food, monetary donations and your prayers have been a real encouragement. Special thanks are also extended to Alan Taylor who conducted the service and to the honor guard from Ft. Bliss.
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Dahl -- Orval J. Dahl passed away Tuesday June 26th in Texas. He was born in Hay Springs, Nebraska on April 9, 1927. He is survived by hiis wife Dotty; three children, Diane Nunn and husband Gary of Belen N.M., Bruce and wife Lyn of Farmington, N.M., Doris Maysick and husband and Randy of Churchville, N.Y.; seven grandchildren; one great grandson; numerous nieces and nephews; cousins and friends. Orval seved in the Navy as a cook on an LST during World War Two. He retired from new Mexico Peterbuilt in 1989. Private interment will take place Tuesday morning, July 3, 2001 and celibration of Orvals life will be held Tuesday morning, July 3, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. in the Messiah Lutheran Church at 11515 Lomas N.E. Paster Milton Jensen will officiate. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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Dooley -- Ramona Moya Dooley March 2, 1929 - July 1, 1993IN MEMORYI STILL CRY FOR YOU ALWAYS WILL I LOVE YOU FOREVER I'LL MISS YOU AND NEVER WILL I FORGET YOULOVE FOREVER,YOUR HUSBAND, JOHN THANK YOU, LORD, FOR ALLOWING US TO SHARE EACH OTHER FOR 43 YEARS
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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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Griego -- Deborah Malouff Griego, 47, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away in her home on June 21, 2001. She was preceded in death by her father, George Malouff, Sr.; her mother, Jasmin Malouff; and her brother, John Malouff. She is survived by her son, Steven Malouff; and granddaughters, Mariah and Odelia "Jazzy"; brothers, Fred Malouff of Downey, CA, George Malouff, Jr. of Huntington Beach, CA, Michael Malouff of Albuquerque; sister, Susan Malouff Salinas of Albuquerque; aunt, Zelma Hamrah; and many other aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at Oasis Family Church, 4800 Lomas NE, Albuquerque, NM, Tuesday, July 3, 2001 11:00 a.m. A Graveside Service will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith NE, Albuquerque, NM.
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Hall -- Vincil K. Hall, 93, a resident of Albuquerque for 55 years, died Friday, June 29, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Audrey of Albuquerque; daughters, Ann Gajewski and husband, Jerry of Albuquerque, Jane Anderson and husband, Don of Colorado Springs, CO and Becky Weinstein and husband, Jay of Tulsa, OK; sister, Ruby Holloway of Hutchinson, KS; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Mr. Hall was a member of the Kiwanis Club and also a 32nd degree Mason. Cremation has taken place and private family memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000). www.aspenfuneral.com.
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Hamister -- William G. Hamister, born in this life April 21, 1947, moved on to the next, Sunday, June 24, 2001. A spiritual seeker who embraced both Bible and Gita: "Answer me one question: what is the will of God?; A student, a teacher, a guardian angel, a healer, a receptacle of grace, a friend:" "If you trust me, all will be well."; "A loving companion of unyielding faith and uncompromising compassion:" "I have nothing to worry about. You 've kept me safe for close to 24 years. 24 years of you loving me and me loving you."; "A soul of transcendent goodness and truest light: Don't go down the wrong path of pain and suffering. Beauty is the right path. I see light blue flowers and beauty." "I want to live a long life, but I do not expect a miracle. I only want to stay connected with those I love. This is the water God provides in our wilderness." Om Shanti. Shalom, Billy. Your partner in this life and the next, Avi Kriechman. Bill will be remembered at the home he so loved at a later date. A symposium in his honor will be held in Albuquerque within the year. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque 505-343-8008
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Hanson -- Linda F. Hanson, 58, a resident of Albuquerque for over 40 years passed away, Wednesday, June 27, 2001. She is survived by her sons, Mike Hanson and wife, Mckenna of Washington and Mark Hanson and wife, Merry of Albuquerque; daughter, Mindy Hanson of Albuquerque; parents, Harry & Alegra Steffy of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Michaeleann & Cortney Hanson of Los Lunas, Derrick and Hayley Hanson, Chyanne and Samantha Lowe all of Albuquerque; brother, Larry Steffy and wife, Liz of Albuquerque; sister, Janet Delgado and husband, Robert of Tularosa, NM; and numerous nieces and nephews. She loved her children, grandchildren and enjoyed softball and shopping. Services will be held Monday, 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Urias, Lonnie Trujillo, Tony Montoya, Skip Aragon, Jim Smith and Orlando Griego. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110, Attn: Anne Martin. Friends may visit French Mortuary-Westside, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW, Sunday from 3:00 p.m. till 6:00 p.m.
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Heaton -- Emma Heaton, 81, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, James Heaton; sister, Selma Holbrook; brother, Tom Maloof, all of Albuquerque; several nieces and nephews; and relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place and a Rosary will be recited Sunday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon Sandy Hall reciting. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE, with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Interment of cremains will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Herlan -- Alexander Herlan, 90, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away June 28, 2001. He was a beloved father and grandfather. He is survived by his sons, Philip Herlan and wife, Rhetta of Albuquerque and William Herlan of Boise, ID; grandchildren, Ashley and Alex Herlan; sister, Mildred Smith of East Aurora, NY; and niece, Shirley Pratt and husband, Jim of Manitou Springs, CO. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, July 14, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM 87199. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Hogge -- Donald L. Hogge, 72, an Albuquerque resident since 1946, died Thursday, June 28, 2001. He is survived by a son, William"Bill" M. Ward and wife, Tamara of Rio Rancho; granddaughter, Cheyenne L. Depies of Albuquerque; devoted sister, Wilma Hein and husband, Morris; devoted niece, Bonnie Bond and husband Ronnie and family of Arizona; devoted nephew, Edward Kittrell and wife Jean and family of Nevada; step son, Jack Jorgenson of Albuquerque; step daughter, Donna McRae of Superior, AZ; several step grandchildren. Mr. Hogge was a retired carpenter and was a member of the Carpenters Union. A special thanks to his friends and caretakers at Manor Care - Camino Vista for the loving care given to Don for the past few years. Private entombment has taken place at Sunset Memorial Park and a memorial service will be held at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 4, 2001, at French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd, NE, with Rev. Jon Foster officiating.
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Hughes -- In Loving Memory of Anthony "Tony" Wayne Hughes April 15, 1958 - July 1, 2000 It has now been a whole year since God called you home. My precious husband and friend, it doesn't seem like that much time has passed. Everywhere I turn there is your spot. Your spot at the dinner table, your spot in the car, your spot in the Living room. Everywhere I turn there is a spot that you should fill. Even though it's been a year I still cry. Everyday I think of something that I should have said. I miss your hugs, your laughter, your smile, and your giving tender heart. Time will never erase the precious memories we have of you. We miss you so much and wish you were here. We have memories now, with your pictures in frames. Our memories are our keepsakes, for which we will forever treasure and hold in our hearts. We know you must be happy where you are because God has you in his keeping, but life just isn't the same without you in it. We miss you so much. God's healing power will take us through the years until God calls each of us home, and once again we'll be united. "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me, though he may die, he shall live." John 11:25. If you can see us now, say a prayer and wave. We love and miss you so much. Loving you always, Pam, Kathy and Joseph. Son, you will never be forgotten, love your dad, Jack.
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Logan -- James Lawrence Logan of Albuquerque passed away June 28, 2001. Services are scheduled for Tuesday July 3, 2001 from the God's Way Worship Center 1701 Walter SE at 11 AM with burial to follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Burial arrangements provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd NE 256-9400
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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 daughters: 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; 29 grandchildren; 43 great grandchildren; 7 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 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with visitation after 3:30. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning at 9:00 at San Martin Catholic Church, 8301 Camino San Martin SW with final visitation at the church after 8:30 by Father James. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Chuck Martinez, Robert Gonzales, Richard L. Sedillo, Johnny Ray Sedillo, Chris Alderete and Patrick Martinez. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Miller -- Travis David Miller, 20, passed away June 27, 2001. He is survived by his parents, Randy and Sandy Miller; brother, Eric Miller; grandparents, Harold and Norma Miller; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, family, and friends who loved and will miss him. A visitation was held at Eastridge Wesleyan Church, 12417 Constitution NE. (West of Chelwood), on Saturday, June 30, 2001, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at Eastridge Wesleyan Church on Monday, July 2, 2001 at 7:00p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008
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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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Orozco -- The family of Mr. David A. Orozco, would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Aragon, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, celebrant of the Mass, to Gabriella Nieto for reciting the Rosary; to LoveLace Hospice for their care and kindness and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangement.
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Ortiz -- Edna Ortiz, 65, Our Most Precious Beloved Mother, has gone to rest June 27, 2001. She was born July 13, 1935 in Santa Fe, NM., where she lived most of her life. Edna was preceded in death by her mother, Tomasita Padilla; adopted mother, Amanda Cordova; husband, Pedro Ortiz Sr.; sons, Paul Ortiz, Leroy Ortiz, and Johnny Isaac Ortiz. She is survived by her children, Catherine Villavicencio and husband, Jorge, Diane Archuleta, Pedro Ortiz Jr. and wife, Victoria, Joanne Rodriguez and husband, Jose, Raymond Ortiz and wife, Darlene, Andrew Ortiz and wife, Henrietta, Esperanza Ortiz and wife, Liza, Santana Chavez and husband, Michael, Rick Ortiz and wife, Angie, and Anita Ortiz; 29 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; brothers, Bernie Cordova and wife, Lola, Thomas Padilla and wife, Virginia, Johnnie Padilla and wife, Gerry, Valentine Padilla, Armando Gonzales and wife, Cecilia, Joe Jr. Cordova, Modesto Cordova, Raymond Cordova and wife, Rosenda; sisters, Rose Marquez, Josie Cordova, Gloria Cordova, Betty Arguello, numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Santa Fe on Monday, July 2, 2001 at 10:00 a.m., with Fr. Michael Shea Celebrant. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th St. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Overson -- Ray Emmit Overson, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1945, died Thursday, June 28, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Ila Overson of Albuquerque; daughter, Carolyn Yoss and husband, Charles of Las Vegas, NV; four sons, Ronald R. Overson and wife, Sharon of Albuquerque, Michael Overson and wife, Pam of Overton, NV, Dwane Overson of Albuquerque and Frank Overson and wife, Donna of Moriarty; 14 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Mr. Overson was preceded in death by his daughter, Lila. He was a WWII Navy Veteran. Mr. Overson was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints- Sage Ward. He was a carpenter for 50 years and a member of Carpenters Union Local 1319. Mr. Overson was an avid beekeeper, hunter and fisherman. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints � Sage Ward, 813 Sage SW, with David Smith, presiding. Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Aric Overson, Cord Overson, Kristopher Overson, Curtis Yoss, Dwane Overson, Michael Keaton and Stephen Close. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Padilla -- The family of Mrs. Pablita (Mama) Padilla, would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tribures and a special thank you to Father Edmund Savilla, Church of the Ascension, celebrant of theMass; to the Legion of Mary for reciting the Rosary, to Lovelace Hospice for their kindness and care and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Petura -- Frank Ensign "Pete" Petura, 87 died Wednesday, June 27, 2001 after a sudden massive stroke. Pete was born in New York on November 10, 1913 to Frank Joseph and Marie (Miller) Petura. He graduated from Westfield, N.J. High School and attended Carson Long Military School, completing his degree in mechanical engineering from Lafayette College in Pennsylvania. Following his graduation, Pete went to work for General Electric. He retired after more than 40 years with the same company. During his years with G.E., Mr. Petura lived in several places including New York, Washington, D.C., Cali, Columbia, and Barranquilla, South America, and Toronto, Canada. He loved automobiles and enjoyed the hobbies of race car driving, photography and the outdoors. After retirement, Pete and his wife of 64 years, Vivian, enjoyed R.V. travelling all around the National Parks of our country. In 1976, they moved to Rio Rancho and became active in their new community. Pete was a member of the Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church, the Sandoval County Historical Society, past president of the New Mexico Sons of the American Revolution, the Albuquerque Corral of the Westerners, the Delta Tau Delta fraternity, E.L.F.U.N. of G.E., and a life member of the Mechanical Engineers Society. He was also instrumental in getting the City of Rio Rancho incorporated having served as the chairman for the Charter Commission. Mr. Petura was preceded in death by his brother Richard. In addition to his wife, Pete is also survived by nephews Richard C. and John C. Petura; and a niece, Nancy Jean Weber. A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 14 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel at Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Road and Meadowlark Ln, Rio Rancho with Rev. Dr. Lawrence R. Hitchens officiating. A reception in the Cremation Garden will immediately follow the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church, the Sandoval County Historical Society, the American Red Cross, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, or the Alzheimer's Association New Mexico Chapter or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, 892-9920
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Rodriguez -- Funeral Services for Mr. Enez Rodriguez will be held on Monday at the San Jose Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Romero -- Frank T. Romero, 87, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, June 27, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Ann Romero of Albuquerque; daughters, Joanne Offerdahl and husband, Roger of Albuquerque, Shirley Wood and husband, Michael of Homestead, FL and Charlene Trexler and husband, Darren of Peralta, NM; grandchildren, James Chavez and wife, Nicole, Jessica Hernandez and husband, Javier and Jason Dudoich, all of Albuquerque, Elizabeth Healy and husband, Ray, Mitchell Wood and Angelique Wood, all of Homestead, FL; great-grandchildren, Tyler Chavez, Kyle Chavez and Alexis Hernandez. Frank married his wife Ann on October 26, 1950. He served in Africa during WWII with the U.S. Calvary, Company B, 766th M.P. Battalion. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon Tom Perez reciting. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 9:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover SW, with Deacon Tom Perez officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 12:00 noon to Rosary.
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Ross -- A good husband, father, brother, son, and friend, Colin Alexander Ross I, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2001. Colin was born on August 12, 1961 in Kingston, Jamaica and later immigrated to Boston, MA in 1983. In 1996 he moved to Albuquerque, NM with his wife and children. Colin is survived by his wife of 14 years, Denise; his children, Alexander and Nicholas; his parents, Monica and Clifton; and his brothers and sister, Wayne, Suzanne, Michael, and Leslie. He is also remembered by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Colin will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Services will be held Monday, July 2, 2001, 10:00 a.m., at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John, 318 Silver Ave. SW. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, July 1, 2002. from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the Sickle Cell Council of New Mexico, 7800 Marble Ave. NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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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; fourteen grandchildren, Carol, Paul, Beth, Donna, Sharron, Bonnie, Melva, Joanne, James Jr., Selinda, Dennis, Gretta, Michael and Susan; twenty two great-grandchildren; twelve 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.; seven brothers and sisters; grandson, Sid; Aunt Emily; daughters-in-law, Tully and Donna, and sons-in-law, Doyle Bagwell, Woody Cook and Bill Startor. 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 at 3:00 p.m. at Masonic Cemetery 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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Saavedra -- The family of Mr. Ricardo Saavedra wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who accompanied us for the rosary and funeral service. Special thanks is extended to the Montoya Family for all their help and support; to all those whom honored our beloved by serving as casket and honorary bearers; to those whom sent the beautiful floral tributes, cards, food, and especially prayers; and to Alameda Mortuary and Staff for their compassion and professionalism. Your kindness will always be remembered. Funeral services were entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW.
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Sanchez -- Mr. Ignacio (Nash) Sanchez, 51, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 29, 2001. Mr. Sanchez is survived by his beloved wife of twenty three years, Agripina; three daughters, Pauline Garcia and husband Roland, Jeanette Solomon and Husband Benjamin, Brenda Zamora and husband Stephen; one son, Donny Sanchez; his mother, Abelina Sanchez; his sister, Gloria Sena and husband Ted; his brother, Jose Lucindo Sanchez; five grandchildren, Renee, Rick, Jacob, Emily and Stephanie; his father in law and mother in law, Florencio and Valeria Lucero; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, including many friends from Sandia Pueblo. Mr. Sanchez was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Monday evening from 6:30 until 7:00 with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 by Gabriella Nieto in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW. Final visitation will be Tuesday morning from 10:30 until 11:00 in the San Miguel del Valle Catholic Church in San Miguel, NM, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 by Father Gary Ortiz. Friends going to San Miguel for services may be at Gabaldon Mortuary at 8:15am on Tuesday morning to follow. Interment will follow Mass in the San Juan Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Carlos Sanchez, Pablo Montano, Clifford Montano, Stephen Zamora, Benjamin Solomon and Roland Garcia. The family request in lieu of flowers donations be made to the NM Diabetes Foundation. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Smith -- In Loving Memory of Mary Smith.Mary Smith, 42, is now soaring with the eagles. The loves of her life, daughter, Michelle; and her husband, Donnie Ratcliff; son, David Wade; grandsons, Aaron, Dylan & Shawn; the father of her children, Billy Smith; her kitten, Mischa; and extended family survive Mary. Family, friends and co-workers had the pleasure of sharing the love of laughter, motorcycles, animals and a good time with Mary."To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world. Don't cry because it is over, smile because it happened."A gathering was held in honor of Mary on June 24, 2001.Tears of love ............Love, always and forever...........
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Sprau -- Alice Kellum "Lani" Sprau died in Albuquerque on Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at the age of 95. On July 26, 1905, she was the first baby born at Alice Roosevelt Hospital in Berkeley, CA, hence her name. The first of four children of Ella Francis Powers and Charles Burton Neuman, she grew up in the East San Francisco Bay Area and Watsonville and lived in Oakland for many years before moving to Honolulu in the late 1940s. While working at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, she met and married Bob Sprau, a military policeman. She took up painting and adopted the name Lani from the street they lived on, Laniloa Road. They moved to New Mexico in 1955, when Bob became a firefighter at Sandia Base. Lani divided her time between Oakland and Albuquerque until his death in 1984. She returned to her home in Oakland until 1996, When she moved to Santa Cruz. In 1999, she moved back to Albuquerque to be near family members. Lani was preceded in death by her brother, Charles Neuman in 1974; by her husband, Bob in 1984; and by her son, Keith A. Kellum, in 1988. She is survived by her family in Albuquerque, her daughter-in-law, Sharon Kellum Neuman; her grandson, Owen Kellum; and her nephew, Dick Neuman. She is also survived by her sister, Evelyn Neuman Vossbrink of Sunnyvale, CA; and her brother, Bill Neuman of San Diego. The family wishes to acknowledge with gratitude the staff members at Hilldale Residential Care Home for the excellent and warm care they gave Lani in the last two years of her life.
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Taylor -- Elden V. Taylor, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, June 28, 2001. He is survived by his daughters, Rita Barteck and husband, Joseph of Hixson, TN and Adelle Kobs and husband, James of Edgewood, NM; eight grandchildren, Curtis Barteck, Stacey Barteck, Katrina Lum and husband, Russ, William Barteck, Marie Barteck, Donna Bushey, Jarrett Kobs and wife, Brenda, and Daniel Kobs and wife, Nicole; eight great-grandchildren; brothers, Kenneth Taylor and wife Donnavieve and Don Taylor and wife, Phyllis; and sister, Betty Somerville and husband, Larry. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Beulah, in 1997. Elden and Beulah moved from their home in Lansing, MI to Albuquerque in 1947 with their two daughters. Elden was very active in the real estate business in the Albuquerque area and was a past president of the Albuquerque Board of Realtors. He was also a past president of the Heights Lions Club as well as a member of the Elks Club and the Ballut Abyad Shrine. Elden enjoyed traveling around the country with Beulah in their motor home. He was also fond of performing for friends on one of his electronic keyboards. A memorial service will be held for Elden Monday, July 2, 2001, 4:00 p.m., at Mountain Christian Church, 12242 Hwy North 14 in Cedar Crest. Friends are encouraged to attend and share their memories of Elden and Beulah with each other.
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Warner -- The family of Mr. Desiderio Warner, would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father James Moore, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, celebrant of the mass; to Gabriella Nieto for reciting the Rosary, to Sandia Hospice for all their care and kindness and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Watts -- Virginia M. Watts, 79, of Mountainair, New Mexico passed away on Friday, June 29, 2001 at her home in Mountainair. Virginia was born on June 6, 1922 in Cushing, Oklahoma to Alpha Omega and Lenna (Lilley) Corliss. Virginia married O.T."Bud" Watts on September 23, 1939. Bud preceded her in death in 1992. Virginia lived in Mountainair over 73 years. Virginia was very active in the Assembly of God Church in Mountainair, she was President of the Women's Ministries of Assembly of God for many years, and a Sunday School Teacher, and was very active in the Mountainair Senior Citizens, she was involved with the Tuesday Morning Ladies Bible Study Fellowship. She is survived by three sons, Marvin C. Watts and his wife Peggy of Yoder, WY., Orvel G. Watts and his wife Doreen of Mountainair, Gary L. Watts and his wife Diane of Mountainair; one brother, Jimmy Corliss and his Dorothy of Mountainair; and one uncle, Charles Corliss of Springfield, OR; ten Grandchildren; sixteen Great Grandchildren; numerous Nieces and Nephews. Services are scheduled for Visitation on Sunday, July 1, 2001 at 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., and on Monday, July 2, 2001 at 10:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair. Funeral Services are scheduled for Tuesday, July 3, 2001, at 10:00 a.m., at The Assembly of God Church in Mountainair. Burial will follow the service at Mountainair Cemetery. Bro, James Pinckard and Bro. Charlie Richards will be officiating the service. Pallbearers will be Don Watts, Duane Watts, James Watts, Marvin Watts, Shawn Watts, and Travis Watts. Honorary Pallbearers will be Don Booth, Jimmy Corliss, Leonard Corliss, Ronnie Frazier, Randy Sanchez, and Skye Strong. Arrangements have been trusted to the care of Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair.
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Weldon -- Babette Betty, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 26, 2001. Babette was born in Muhldorf Am Inn River, Germany December 25, 1922. She lived in Albuquerque since October of 1954. She is survived by her husband Charles Weldon; three sons, Harald, Michael, Phillip; and one daughter, Patricia Schroder; one brother Hans Wiess; two sisters Ria Hutter and Ruth Newman, all of Germany; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. No services are planned. A private burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Charity of your choice. Sunrise Society of New Mexico is in charge of the arrangements (505) 891-8200
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Westfahl -- Everett L. Westfahl, 69, of Albuquerque passed away peacefully in his sleep at 12:35 a.m. on Monday, June 25, 2001 at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital Hospice Unit in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after a five-year battle with prostate cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents, Fritz and Ruby Westfahl and his older brother Paul Westfahl all of Haven, KS; and his third and fourth wives, Sandra Stepleton and Chris McCrea Westfahl of Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his oldest brother Fred Westfahl and his wife, Ronnie of Kinsley, KS, their children Kathy Rishel, Randy Westfahl, Rock Westfahl and their spouses and children; his sister-in-law Mary Ann Westfahl of Haven, KS and her children Kenny Westfahl, Peggy Thompson, Arlene Bontrager, and Diane Goldberg and their spouses and children; his first and second wives, Marilyn J. Peirce of Hutchinson, KS and Nancy H. Thoman of Seminole, FL; his daughter Ann Kroll and her husband Paul of Albuquerque, NM; and his step children, Pam Gross and her husband Steve and their children Nesbit, MS, Chuck McCrea, his children and his wife, Shelley, Mark McCrea and his wife Alice and their children; and Marc Salter and his wife Shanna, all of Albuquerque, NM. Everett Westfahl was born in Hutchinson, KS on January 28, 1932 and he grew up on the Westfahl family farm near Haven, Kansas. He graduated from Haven High School in 1950. He attended Hutchinson Junior College and Kansas State University, graduating from Kansas State University in 1955 with a BS degree in Electrical Engineering. He accepted a position on the technical staff at Sandia National Laboratories in 1955. He left Sandia National Laboratories in 1973 and became an Electronic Sales Representative with Barnhill and Associates in 1973, before joining Aztec Enterprises in 1974. He later formed his owned electronic sales organization, Westfahl and Associates in 1985. He retired from full time sales at Westfahl and Associates in 1995. He enjoyed many years of serving his numerous customers throughout the states of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and Colorado. He also enjoyed serving four years as president of the ISE, which conducted annual electronic trade shows in Albuquerque. A memorial service for Everett Westfahl will be held on Monday, July 2, 2001 at 3:00p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E., with Pastor Dale Bauer, Dr. Ralph Friedenberg, and Dave Smoker, officiating. Private interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd N.E. Guests will be received at the home of Chuck and Shelley McCrea after the memorial service. We would like to thank the numerous doctors and nurses who provided Everett with dedicated and quality care, including Doctors Ralph Friedenberg, Neil Kaminsky, Richard Giudice, Amanda Story, Clifford Evans, Jonathan Lackner, William Thompson, Jr., and Paul Anthony. We would also like to thank his Prostate Cancer Support Group at Bear Canyon Senior Center, especially Lyle Ware. Everett would like to say a special thank you to his friends Bob and Betty Rader, Bob Rader, Jr., Noel Gantick, Dorothy and Paul Johnson of Seattle, WA, and his former Sandia co-workers, Ed and Shirley Jacobs, and Bill and Leora Riggan for their support and encouragement. His daughter Ann and her husband Paul would especially like to thank Nancy Thoman, Merle Anderson, and Dorothy Kassa for their loving support and care of Dad during his long illness. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Prostate Cancer Support Group at 909 Virginia NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
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Williams -- Patrick W. Williams, born July 21, 1944, passed away June 24, 2001 after a lengthy illness. Pat was employed by Mr. Tux for many years. He is survived by his parents, Tom and Helen Williams of Farmington, NM; and brother, Terry Williams of Albuquerque; and an aunt, Anita Gauerke and children. At Pat's request, cremation has taken place and services will not be held. Interment of cremains will take place at a later date in Wichita Falls, Texas. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959 
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