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Abbott -- Joseph Abbott, passed away October 8, 2001, in his home. Joe was an Electrical Engineer at Sandia National Labs for over 30 years. He graduated from Highland High School in the 50's, where he was an outstanding athlete, having represented Highland High School in both track and ice hockey. He later played softball, toured the handball circuits and ran in local marathons. He played bridge and was a talented violinist, having played for both the NMSO and ACLOA. Joe was a very kind and generous individual who loved life, loved to laugh and had a heart of gold. He will be missed by his son, Joe Abbott; daughter, Julie Abbott and grandchildren, Nick and Lucy Abbott. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mae and Joseph Abbott, Sr. A Graveside Service will be held at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE., Albuquerque, NM on Friday, October 12, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Allen -- Elmer Allen, 75, of Greer, Arizona, died October 3, 2001 at the Bannon Springs Ranch Assisted living Facility in Vernon, AZ. He was the son of Bonnie L. and Bertha Skaggs Allen of Tularosa, New Mexico. In 1942 he enlisted in the Navy Air Force a few days before his scheduled graduation from high school. After his discharge in 1946 he entered New Mexico State University where he was an active member of the Livestock Judging Team, the Aggie Rodeo Association and Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science and through ROTC, the rank of Second Lieutenant in the Army Reserves. He married Patricia Joan Ashby of Gentryville, Indiana and Las Cruces, New Mexico. They have one son, Danny Howard Allen, of Roswell, New Mexico. After a brief period as Cattle Buyer for the Cudahay Packing Co., in Phoenix, AZ and as Buffalo Rancho Manager for the Arizona Game and Fish Department in 1951, he began his 27 year tenure with New Mexico Extension Service at Clayton, New Mexico. As Assistant County Agent, he worked with Union County 4-H Clubs and the County Fair. In 1953 he returned to NMSU as a Graduate Assistant to earn a M.S. degree in Animal Breeding in 1954. He then worked with the Arizona Extension Service in Yuma and Willcox. In 1956 he was appointed County Extension Agent in Harding County, Mosquero, New Mexico. Here he started 4-H Clubs and is remembered as the Father of the Harding County Fair, Horse Show and Livestock Sale. In 1967 he transferred to Zuni Pueblo as Agricultural Extension Agent. There, he initiated the Zuni-McKinley County Fair and helped the Zuni Cattle Association and the Zuni Sheep Association break the traditional barter system and improve their management programs. He received the New Mexico Sheepmen of the Year Award for his work with the Zuni Sheep Association. Before retiring in 1981 to live in the White Mountains of Arizona in Greer, he was an active member in the New Mexico Quarter Horse Association, the New Mexico Cattle Growers Association, the New Mexico Wool Growers Association, the New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau and the national American Indian Cattle Association. He also wrote or contributed to a number of Agricultural Extension Service Bulletins. Survivors include his wife, Patricia; his son, Danny; daughter-in-law, Ann; and grandson, Benjamin Joseph (BJ) Allen; aunt, Agnes Wright of Running Springs, California; two brothers, David Allen of Jal, New Mexico, Bonnie A. Allen of Mayhill, New Mexico; and three sisters, Agneta Searcy of Abilene, Texas, Joan Simpson of Alamogordo, New Mexico and Tressia Owens of San Angelo, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Fletcher's Mortuary of Show Low.
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Berry -- Donald E. Berry, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, October 7, 2001. More family information will follow at a later date. Services will be held Monday, October 15, 2001, at 12:00 noon, at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, with Rev. Jim Hawk officiating. Interment will follow at 3:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Sunday, October 14, 2001, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made either to the Cowboys for Cancer Research Fund, Attn: Julie Emons, UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center, 900 Camino de Salud NE, 87131 or to St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Fernandez -- Rosemarie Charlene Fernandez, 53, a resident of Albuquerque for 15 years, died Wednesday, October 10, 2001. She is survived by her son, Ray A. Sisneros, Sr. and wife, Raquel; daughters, Valerie Sisneros of Los Lunas, Lorie Stephans and husband, Rick of Dover, DE and Pam Alva and husband, Paul of Commerce City, CO; 14 grandchildren, Ray Jr., Jeremy, Marcus, Brittney, Leslie, Natalie, Elias, Natasha, Calvin, Paul, Danielle, Sara, Hope and Alyssa; one great-grandchild, Mariah; mother, Quirinita Sisneros of Rawlins, WY; brothers, Gilbert Sisneros and wife, Alice of Rawlins, WY, Maggy Sisneros and wife, Pauline of Laramie, WY and Fred Sisneros of Rawlins, WY; and sisters, Patsy of Rawlins, WY, Lela Rivale and husband, Don of North Glenn, CO, Julia Gomez and husband, Max and Gerri Espinoza and husband, Louis, all of Rawlins, WY. Mrs. Fernandez worked for many years for Wellborn Paints. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Cremation will follow visitation.
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Goldfine -- Stuart Martin Goldfine, age 50, a resident of Albuquerque, NM for 26 years died October 10, 2001. Stuart is survived by his wife, Leslie Slow-Goldfine; daughter, Erica Goldfine; son, Simon Goldfine; brother, Robert Goldfine and his children; Matthew and Melissa; sister, Linda Goldfine; friends, Victor, Susie and Carson Proo, Pat and Larry Ashley, Vic and Lynn Fantozzi, Lisa Rose McCready, Stephen Byrne and friends at Kabana. He is also survived by his wife's family; Marsha Slow, Evan and Roberta Slow, Francine Slow and Nowel Lustgarten; nieces and nephews, Jared, Hannah, Paulina and Elijah. Stuart was General Manager of the retail division of Mati by Kabana. Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, October 12, 2001 at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale SE with Rabbi Chaim Schmukler officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Chabad of New Mexico and the Shakyamuni Buddhist Center. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE is entrusted to Stuart's arrangements.
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Heckl -- Tyler J. Heckl, age 12, passed away unexpectedly on October 10, 2001. Tyler was born happy and spent every moment of his 12 years smiling. He was, as his best friend Luke says,"the definition of philosophy", a true thinker and an old soul who never had a bad day. His laugh, a deep hearty chorus, was one of his most distinct qualities, and will be heard by his loved ones forever. Survivors include his parents, Dr. Frank and Dr. Vicki Heckl of Corrales, NM; sisters, Emily Heckl and Allison Heckl, both of Corrales, NM; maternal grandfather, Dr. Vernon Perrigo of Edina, MN; paternal grandfather, Frank Heckl of Post Falls, ID; aunts, Yvonne Mendleson of Pennsylvania and Laura Richmond of Novato, CA; uncle, Mark Heckl of LaMesa, CA and cousins, Altie, Andy, Holly, Zach, Steven, Kayla, Matt and Alissa. Music was a big part of Tyler's life. He once performed with the Santa Fe Opera, and especially loved singing in the chorus at Manzano Day School and Albuquerque Academy. He wanted to be a piano man like Billy Joel. Together with his family, he shared a passion for sports, playing soccer, basketball, baseball, swimming, tennis, and was particularly enjoying being on the 7th/8th grade football team at Albuquerque Academy with his great friends Charlie and Evan. Tyler also had a natural golf swing and was his parents' favorite golfing partner. Tyler loved nature, especially the bosque surrounding his home. His favorite place to be, away from home, was enveloped in the waves at any beach from La Jolla to Kona. When Ty came home from school, you could find him playing Nintendo, with Boo on his lap, Risa at his side, and Benji at his feet. On weekends, he loved to have his best friends over to play "Worms Armageddon" and basketball and to eat Village pizza and Grandpa's pancakes. He loved being with his friends. Tyler will be remembered by everyone he ever met, a list too numerous to mention or to thank. He gave his heart and soul in everything he did and to everyone he knew. We think Tyler had an extraordinary impact on the people in his life. He made us all smarter, stronger and better. From now on, we will try to live our lives the way we know he would have lived his - embracing every second of every day, and giving love to everyone and everything. He was "the one." A Time of Remembrance will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 13, 2001 at Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Memorial Services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Sunday at Simms Auditorium on the campus of Albuquerque Academy, 6400 Wyoming Blvd NE with Pastor John Thurmond officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Animal Humane Society. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE 821-0010.
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Isengard -- Wilma (Willie) Bieker Isengard, 71, passed from this life to a new realm in the Communion of Saints, Monday evening October 8, 2001. Wilma is survived by her sons, Gerald Lee Bieker of Seattle, WA and Dennis Bieker of Fayettville, AR; her grandson, George C. Bieker of Fayettville, AR; sisters and brothers, Marcella Dreiling of Chapman, KS, Katherine Schmidt and husband, Alexis, Alice Windholz and husband, Alfred, Ralph Walters and Leona Fross, all of Hays, KS, Mary Pfeifer and husband, Alphonse of La Crosse, KS, Rosemary Gerstner and husband, Ernest of Conyers, GA, Sister Mary Alice Walters, CSA of Cudahy, WI, Robert Befort and wife, Ernestine of Ellis, KS, Ronald Walters and wife, Pam Fraser-Walters of Albuquerque and Janet Gerstner and husband, Jude of Overland Park, KS; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins across the USA; and dear friends in Albuquerque. Wilma was preceded in death by her mother, Monica; sisters, Rita Mae and Miriam; her father, Frank; sister, Cecilia Wolf; her first husband, George Bieker in 1973; her second husband, William Isengard of Albuquerque in 1994; her stepmother, Rose and her sister, Frances Schmidt. Born December 24, 1929 in Hays, KS to Frank Walters and Monica Koerner Walters, Wilma was the next to last of their twelve children. She graduated from Girls� Catholic High School in Hays and married George Bieker, after his return from service in the Navy. They subsequently moved to Denver. After Mr. Bieker's death Wilma worked as a supervisor with Blue Cross/Blue Shield in Denver, CO. In 1976 she married William Isengard, a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, former prisoner of war and employee with the Defense Nuclear Agency at Kirtland AFB, and moved to Albuquerque. widow Mrs. Isengard volunteered with the Veterans Administration Hospital and enjoyed and taught water aerobics at Kirtland AFB. She also was active with the Albuquerque Chapter 1 of exPOW. She was a parishioner at Holy Ghost Church. Willie is remembered fondly and joyfully for her humor and hospitality. Rosary will be recited Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Sister Mary Alice Walters CSA reciting. Cremation will follow and interment of cremains will be held at Fairmont Cemetery, Denver, CO. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. The family thanks Willie�s friends and neighbors for their loving attention, and her caregivers, particularly the Presbyterian Home Hospice team for their professional and compassionate care. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Jimerson -- Virginia (Odle) Jimerson, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, died Monday, October 8, 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Vona Lewis of Albuquerque; sons, Roy Moore of Reserve, NM and James Odle and wife, Amelda of Tatum, NM; two nieces; one nephew; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Odle; daughters, Virginia"Ginger" Thoma and Connie Jo Brady; sisters, Lorena O'Conner and Hallie Mae Pearson; grandson, Roy (Butch) Moore; and great grandsons, Justin Kitchens and Jared Odle. Virginia was born October 6, 1910 in a post office in Texas and came to New Mexico in a covered wagon. In the early 1930s, Virginia was baptized in a dirt tank in Bronco, TX on the New Mexico/Texas State line. She homesteaded in Lea County and lived in a dugout. Virginia was a 4-H Club leader and a Sunday school teacher. The Lea County Extension Service gave her a pressure cooker, if she would and she did, teach others in the community how to use the cooker to can food. She was a member of Sandia Baptist Church. Because of her health, she had not been able to attend. She played"42 Dominos" and Pinochle. Virginia had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. She could grow everything. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved watching football. Her favorite teams were the Packers and the Cowboys. A special thanks to the staff at Manzano del Sol for the love and care they gave her. Services will be held Saturday, October 13, 2001, 2:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Mark Sutton officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, John Thoma, Mike Thoma, Tim Odle, Dennis Zacharias, Eddie Moore, and Roy Lee Moore. Honorary Pallbearers will be Joe Thoma, Bill Collier, Jr., Carlos Osuna, Marvin Kettle, Charlie Cobb, and Damon Pearson. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, one hour prior to service.
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Johnson -- Dr. Miles Johnson, born February 14, 1914, in a home in Lake Village, Arkansas, which is of historical interest today, died September 30, 2001. After receiving a degree in pharmacy at the University of Tennessee, he worked at Marine Hospital as a pharmacist and x-ray technician. There he met his future wife, Anne Haynes, a lab tech. During that time, he obtained his law degree from the Southern College of Law and was licensed to practice by the State of Tennessee. At the declaration of World War II, he enlisted as a private and became a lieutenant in the signal core. Soon after D Day, he was sent to France. After serving five years in the army, he left with an honorable discharge. After the war, he married Anne Haynes and moved to Albuquerque, where he purchased a drugstore. There they had two children. In the years to come, he decided to go to medical school at the University of Tennessee, where he graduated in 1955. Again drawn to the Southwest, he returned to practice medicine in Albuquerque. For 30 years he practiced in the Five Points area with his brother, Hensley Johnson and later at the Plasma Center. Victor, his son, married Margie Probst and two children were born to them, Andrew and Scott. Sally Jane, his daughter, resides in Albuquerque. Dr. Miles Johnson was as at home with Shakespeare and Chopin as he was with the street people. The Albuquerque Country Club was as much his abode as where the homeless lived. An open house will be held in his honor October 13, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., 1600 San Patricio SW, to celebrate Thoreau's line,"If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away."
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Kemp -- Kenneth "Ken" Kemp, 78, a resident of Albuquerque for 26 years, died Wednesday, October 10, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mildred Kemp of Albuquerque; sons, Larry Kemp of New Kensington, PA and Bill Kemp and wife, Karen of Erie, PA; grandchildren, Matthew Kemp of Burlington, VT, Audrey Kemp of Erie, PA, Paul Kemp and Carolyn Kemp, both of New Kensington, PA; and sisters, Mary Elizabeth Thomas of Dallas, TX and Dorothy Simanaitis and husband, Dennis of Santa Ana, CA. Mr. Kemp was a member of the Masonic Lodge A.F. & A.M. (Mesa Lodge) #68 and the Optical Society of America. He was active with the Republican Party. Services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE with Rev. Larry Castillo-Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children or Transportation Fund, P.O. Box 8410, 87198. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lapierre -- Georges Henry LaPierre Jr., 68, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 4, 2001 at Aldercrest Nursing Home in Edmonds, Washington. He was a veteran of the Army as an Artillery Chief during the Korean War and retired from the local Carpenter's Union in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was a photographer and artist throughout his life and especially after his retirement. Survivors include his six children: Robin, Belinda, Anita, Michelle, Paul, Claudine; five grandchildren: Mechelle, David, Eric, Charlene and Heather; his siblings: William, Paul and Ruth. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Henry LaPierre and Marie Alice Brisson LaPierre and his son, George Henry LaPierre, III. Memorial Services were held on Sunday, October 7, 2001 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Edmonds, Washington. Rev. Haydock officiated the services. Burial will be held later at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, N.M.
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Larson -- Sharon Joyce Larson passed away on October 8, 2001. She was born in La Junta, Colorado on August 24, 1948 to Andrew J. Futrell and his wife Willie Mae Futrell. She is survived by her husband Richard E. Larson, son Eric Larson, and daughter Melissa Larson all of the home; Her mother Mrs. Willie Mae Futrell of Albuquerque; two brothers Calvin Futrell of Albuquerque and Ray Futrell of Great Falls, Virginia; two sisters Norita Stuckey and Allison Davis both of Albuquerque. Joy graduated from Valley High school in 1966. She attended a church college in Stockton, California for two semesters, then went on to attend UNM where she graduated. She married Richard Larson on September 27, 1969. She was diagnosed with MS in April 1981. She put up a valiant battle against this disease even as continued to progress. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 12, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tabernacle of Praise Church, 6013 Paradise Blvd NW, in Paradise Hills. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Cemetery in Rio Rancho. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque 505-343-8008.
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Lesslie -- Don Lesslie, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1971, passed away on October 10, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Cary Lesslie whom he married in 1949; daughters, Les Douglass and husband, Kirby of Texas, and Donna Lesslie of Albuquerque; sons, Jeff Lesslie and wife, Jan of Albuquerque, and Keith Lesslie of Texas; grand children, Koby and Kalan Douglass, Carson Lesslie, Rick Lesslie and wife, Rachel, Kara and Katie Lesslie; great grandchild, Bailey Lesslie. He is also survived by numerous other relatives including Charlotte, Kevin, Cheryl, Jenny and Beth. Don was in the insurance business for 18 years with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas. He attended Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas and enjoyed being a car salesman. In his later years his favorite past time was sailing, he spent time on the water with family. Don owned many properties in Kansas including a restaurant and a motel. Friends may visit Saturday October 13, 2001 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks North of Paseo Del Norte). Services will be on Monday October 15, 2001 in Sedan, Kansas, burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.
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Lindeman -- Edith Lynn Kershaw Lindeman, 62, a resident of Albuquerque since 1988, died Tuesday, October 9, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Robert D. Lindeman, MD of Albuquerque; daughters, Stormy Lisinski and husband, Doug of Tijeras, Lisa Ringhoff and husband, William of East Moriches, NY and Kristine Galbreth and husband, Bill of Albuquerque; son, Robert M. Lind and wife, Valerie of Albuquerque; stepsons, William Douglas Lindeman of Louisville, KY, James L. Lindeman of Denver, CO, Peter V. Lindeman of Cambridge, PA, and David M. Lindeman and wife, Cristi of Lexington, KY; stepdaughter, Ann Hendrix of Newark, DE; 15 grandchildren; and sisters, Vicki Craffey and husband, Martin and Sherri Billings, all of Long Island, NY, and Patti Cummings of Albuquerque. Mrs. Lindeman received her BSN Degree from C.W. Post, and her Masters degree in Hospital Administration at Stony Brook University. She was also a nurse practioner. Her last positions were as surveyor for SERP and administrator for the Executive Development Service at the VA Central Office in Washington, DC. Mrs. Lindeman was a wonderful, dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, October 13, 2001, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 2021 Girard Blvd. SE, Suite 201, 87106, Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666, or the UNM Cancer Center, 900 Camino de Salud NE, 87131. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Marquez -- Funeral Services for Mrs. Priscilla Marquez will be held on Saturday at St. Anne Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Belen Cemetery. Visitation for Mrs. Marquez will be held Friday from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the Salazar & Sons Mortuary Chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Micklevitz -- Mel Micklevitz, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, passed away on October 9, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Barbara Micklevitz of the family home; sons, David Micklevitz of Roswell, NM and Dale Micklevitz and wife, Deanne of Nebraska; daughter, Lori Schreiber of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Amber Wiggins and husband, David, David Micklevitz Jr. and wife, Mistie, Christopher Micklevitz and wife, Tara, Anthony Micklevitz, Jennifer Bach and husband, Clinton, Michelle Ross, Jason Ross and fiancé, Celina and Melanie Schreiber; great-grandchildren, Stephen, Stephanie, Jordan, Jessica, Ivy, Clayton and Chase and Cmaden; brothers, Laverne Micklevitz and wife, Shirley and Eugene Micklevitz; father in law, George Nickel and Edith Sullivan. He is also survived by his favorite dog,"Poco". He was in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII. Melvin was a homebuilder and realtor here in Albuquerque for more than 20 years. He was a life member of the Elks 461, D.A.V., and the Homebuilders Association. Friends may visit Friday October 12, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks North of Paseo Del Norte) Services will start at 3:00 p.m. Friday with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 80250, Albuquerque, NM 87198 or Christ Lutheran Church, 7701 Candelaria N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. N.W.
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Narbutas -- Augius "Aug" Narbutas, 53, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, died Saturday, October 6, 2001, at his home in Placitas. He is survived by his parents, Anthony and Ona Narbutas; and brother, Paulius Narbutas and wife, Dalia Narbutiene, all of Albuquerque. He is also survived by many cousins in Lithuania and America; and his close friends, Kelly Cosandaey and Barry Svalberg. Mr. Narbutas served the State of New Mexico for 25 years, retiring as a Cabinet Deputy Secretary. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, October 13, 2001, at 10:00 a.m., at Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 12500 Carmel Avenue NE, with Father Antonio Mondragon, Celebrant. Cremation will follow services. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Friday, 5:00 p.m .to 8:00 p.m.
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Nieto -- Mary Evelyn (Grine) Nieto, born January 26, 1956, departed Friday, October 5, 2001 in Albuquerque, NM. Beloved wife of Eddie for 25 years. Mary left us without pain and suffering, she will be missed by a lot of friends, especially Eddie. Mary was preceded in death by her brother, Ralph; father, Manuel; and mother, Helen Grine of Roy, NM; brothers-in-law, Hendry Nieto, Tony Martinez, Steve Candelaria of Albuquerque and Mario Rodriguez of Laredo, TX. She is survived by three sisters, Ida Arguello and husband, Art of Dalhart, TX, Carol Brown of Roy, NM and Marcia Griffin and husband, Sean of Amarillo, TX; four brothers, Tony Grine and wife, Yolanda of Albuquerque, Frank Grine, Gilbert Grine and wife, Sandra of Roy, NM and Freddie Grine and wife, Alice of Des Moines, NM; also numerous nieces and nephews as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. She is also survived by her in-laws, Esther Rodriguez and nephew, Michael, Isidoro Nieto and wife, Debbie of Albuquerque, Georgia Candelaria of Rio Rancho, NM; mother-in-law, Veneranda Nieto of Albuquerque. Mary's wish was to be cremated and her ashes scattered over the Canadian River in Roy, NM. Arrangements have been provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE Albuquerque 256-9400. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
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Padilla -- Johnny Padilla, 46, beloved son, brother and uncle, went home to be with Lord on October 10, 2001. He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Padilla; and three brothers, Joe, Lawrence and Robert Padilla. He is survived by his mother, Trinnie Padilla of the home in Belen, New Mexico; three brothers, Phillip and wife, Martha, Michael Padilla of Belen, and Anthony and wife, Anna Padilla of Albuquerque; nine sisters, Tina Gallegos, Eileen and husband, Ray Ornales, Annabelle and husband, Trinnie Perea, Lisa Padilla and husband, Chris Morales, Angela and husband, Rick Turrietta, all of Belen, Margaret Padilla and husband, Pete, Esther and husband, Johnny Lopez, Cynthia Mares, and Victoria Padilla all of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Angie Mascarenas of Belen; many nieces, nephews and one special nephew, Santos Padilla. Services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, Belen, New Mexico. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, October 12, 2001 at 6:00 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 13, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Daniel Padilla, Richard Carrillo, Edward Perea, Raymond Lopez, Casey Padilla and Benjie Gallegos. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque 505-343-8008.
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Padilla -- Zacarias Padilla, 82, went home to the Lord on October 10, 2001. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 12, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. in the Garcia Mortuary Chapel. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW. 243-5222.
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Rogo -- James (Jim) Anthony Rogo died peacefully in his sleep some time October 4, 2001. He was 49 years old and was born in Staton Island, New York. Jim touched the lives of so many people, and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his daughter, Brigitte Mamahua, and son-in-law, Eliseo Mamahua; his three grandchildren, David Quintana III, Valarie Quintana and Kyana Mamahua. He also had four sisters and one brother, all of which were estranged. We'll all miss you, Daddy. Services will be held Sunday, October 14, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. Please call 315-9443 for location.
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Schmidt -- Ronald Errol Schmidt, 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1994, died Tuesday, October 9, 2001, after a battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, of 39 years, Myrtle Lee of Ferriday, Louisiana; and their two daughters, Lisa Lee Schmidt of Dallas, TX and Maria Schmidt Stevens of Albuquerque; and son-in-law, Brent Stevens. He was the loving and cherished grandfather of Hank and Emma Stevens. He is also survived by his older brother, Kenneth Schmidt of New York City, NY. Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, he was a graduate of Fortier High School and Loyola University. He served his country in the Army during the Korean War in Germany as part of the 4th and 10th Med Labs, and attended seven Army reunions over the past 25 years. He worked at LSU Medical School where he met his wife who was also working there. He owned and operated the Cytology Diagnostic Laboratory in New Orleans for 27 years. He was one of the first cytotechnologists in the nation. He also taught the science of cytotechnology to 55 students at Charity Hospital. After retiring from medicine, he worked for his cousins at Lagasse Brothers, and later at a New Orleans cup factory, a job he truly enjoyed. He was an active member of the Lafayette Elementary School Dad's Club and the Broadmoor Improvement Association throughout the 1970's. He was lifelong lover of classical music and had become an excellent cook in his retirement. A prolific artist, he showed his work in a French Quarter gallery for several years, selling numerous paintings. He often made up whimsical stories for his children and grandchildren, and loved to go fishing with one of his best friends, Ted Fuchs. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and especially enjoyed playing with his grandchildren, who lovingly called him"Papa". A Memorial Service will be held Saturday for family only. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Squellati -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY MOTHER KATHERINE SQUELLATI JANUARY 15, 1916 - OCTOBER 12, 2000Mother, I think of you constantly. I especially remember the things you loved and enjoyed: Bingo, Basketball, Hot Air Balloons, Bowling and Golf; Apricots, Yellow Tomatoes, Traveling and the Dallas Cowboys; Yellow Roses, Purple Iris, and anything turquoise. Also your beloved Teena Louise, who still has an attitude. YOUR DAUGHTER, JACKIE
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Strange -- 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 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 Nancy Strange. The family would also like to thank the I.C.U S.A.C Units at Presbyterian Hospital. French Mortuary-Westside, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
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Teague -- Virginia Winn Hewitt Teague was born September 19, 1912. Ginny had a mischievous sense of humor to the end. She thoroughly enjoyed people, often diving well beneath the surface to form real connections. Friends and family were always welcome in her home and were treated to scrumptious meals prepared with loving hands. She found joy in travel, bridge, interior design, flower arranging, reading, and long walks on the beach and in the mountains. She never quit growing and learning and had a genuine zest for life. We send our love as you journey in God's lands. Her parents were Leonard H. Hewitt and Agnes Winn Hewitt. They had five children: Thelma, Mildred, Grace (Bowden), Virginia, and Leonard Jr. She grew up in Portsmouth, New Hampshire on the Piscataqua River. After graduating as valedictorian of her class, she worked for Granite State Insurance. She married George Deming Parker (a dentist) in 1945. They had two children: Janet and Russell Newell. After moving to Monte Vista, Colorado in 1951, Virginia started her own insurance agency. Later, she and her family moved to Denver, Colorado. After her husband's death in 1965, she moved back to Portsmouth, New Hampshire. In 1972, she married Dr. Louis C. Theobald in Exeter, New Hampshire where she did volunteer work at the Exeter Hospital. Upon Dr. Theobald's retirement in the early 1980s, they moved to Jensen Beach, Florida. He died in 1983 following problems with Alzheimer's. As fate would have it, a few years later Virginia married her high school sweetheart at a ceremony in Florida. She and Julian (Teague) enjoyed traveling and summers in their second home in Boone, North Carolina. After his death in 1996, she moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico to be near her daughter. She died on October 7, 2001 of Parkinson's complications at the age of 89. She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings. She is survived by her children and two grandchildren; Ian Christopher Parker and Elise Christine Parker of Fort Collins, Colorado. Friends will gather at her home in loving celebration of her life on Saturday, October 13, 2001. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Parkinson's Disease Association, 1250 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY, 10305. www.aspenfuneral.com
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Torres -- Daniel "Danny" Gilbert Torres, 58, a resident of Albuquerque since 1982, died Wednesday, October 10, 2001, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Anna L. Torres of Albuquerque; daughters, Jeannine Whiting and husband, Jeff , Dana Gonzales and husband, Martin, and Julie Torres and Lalo Sanchez, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Antoinette, Martin, Matthew, Alejandro, Heather, Anna, and Max; sister, Delia Ghiotto and husband, Robert of Rosemead, CA; brothers, Alex Torres and wife, Lucille and Robert Torres and wife, Teresa, all of Yuma, AZ; sisters, Mary Louise Escudero and Mary Helen Nunez, both of Sacramento, CA; brother, Gene Torres and wife, Mary Helen of Yuma, AZ; mother-in-law, Elizabeth McGinnis of Evansville, IN; sisters-in-law, Helen McGinnis and Marcia McGinnis, both of Evansville, IN; brother-in-law, Ronnie McGinnis and wife, Tina of Evansville, IN; nephew, Steven McGinnis of Evansville, IN; and other numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alejandro L. Torres and Jessie Castro Torres. Danny was born in Yuma, AZ. He graduated from Yuma Union High School in 1961. He entered the United States Army where he served in the 101st Airborne Screaming Eagles in Ft. Campbell, Kentucky. It was there that he met his wife, Anna L. Yoder whom he married on February 26, 1966. After living in Yuma, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT, and Taos, NM, they settled in Albuquerque in 1994. He worked for Redwing Shoes. He had a great love for the Raiders and also John Wayne. He was a member of American Legion Post #49, LULAC, and St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Danny was a hard worker who always placed his family first. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Rosary will be recited Sunday, October 14, 2001, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at Desert Lawn Memorial Park in Yuma, AZ. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to All Faiths Receiving Home, 1709 Moon St. NE, 87112.
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Velarde -- Tony S. Velarde, 79, a 50-year resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, October 8, 2001 after a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sarah M. Velarde of the family home; sons, Steven Velarde and wife, Linda and Joe Velarde and wife, Margaret, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Steven Velarde, Kenneth Velarde, Michelle Velarde, Candace Hale, Tonya Hale, Elena Silva-Velarde, and Melanie Silva-Velarde; brother, Max Velarde and wife, Bernice of Casa Grande, AZ; sister, Carolyn Smith of Casa Grande, AZ; brother, Lambert Velarde and wife, Maria of Flagstaff, AZ; sister Rose Martinez and husband, Joe of Bellflower, CA; and numerous nephews, nieces, and Godchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Johnny, parents, Simon and Genoveva Velarde and brother, Ernest Velarde. Tony was born in Roy, NM. He graduated from high school in Mosquero, NM. Tony then attended New Mexico A&M (NMSU) in Las Cruces. He married Sarah Mascarenas March 6, 1945. They shortly afterwards moved to Santa Fe and then to Albuquerque where he resided until the present. Tony worked as a geologist, throughout New Mexico with the Corps of Engineers and later with the Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation. He retired in 1980. Tony was a member of the Knights of Columbus and St. Vincent de Paul Society at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church in which he was very involved. Tony had a true love for life and his grandchildren. Rosary will be recited Friday, October 12, 2001, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Sophia Gurule reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, October 13, 2001, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee, with Father Michael Cimino, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Al Sanchez, Richard Jones, Michael Velarde, Gilbert Jefferson, Manuel Silva, and John Mascarenas. Honorary Pallbearers will be Steve Velarde, Ernie Velarde, Kenny Velarde, Mark Velarde, and David Velarde. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, October 12, 2001, 3:00 p.m. until Rosary.
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Walls -- Mary K. Walls died on Sunday, October 7, 2001. She is survived by her husband, Robert L. Walls, Sr. of Albuquerque; sons, Robert L. Walls, Jr. and wife, Peggy of Albuquerque, Larry Walls of Las Vegas, Nevada and Johnny Walls of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Kelly, David and Leo; and one great grandson, Layne Robert Goreham; and brothers, Bill Allen and Tim Allen, both of Omaha, NE. Memorial Services will be held Friday, October 12, 2001, at 6:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating.
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Watts -- Louise Lindsay Watts, age 86, died in Albuquerque, on Tuesday, October 9, 2001. Mrs. Watts came of pioneer ancestors and was born in Lindsay, Oklahoma, the town founded by her father. She was a good woman. Mrs. Watts is survived by her husband, Lt. Col William E. Watts; and daughter, Mary W. Whiteman and husband, Daniel; and grandchildren, Matthew, Tess, and Rebecca Whiteman of Melbourne, Australia. Services will be held Saturday, October 13, 2001, at 10:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, 7500 Paseo Del Norte NE, with Chaplain Penault officiating. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Friday, October 12, 2001, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Mike Watts Outstanding Leadership Fellowship Fund, New Mexico State University, The Graduate School, P.O. Box 30001, Dept 3G, Las Cruces, NM 88003. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Wilks -- Alice Teresa Wilks, 84, longtime resident of Raton died unexpectedly on October 4, 2001 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Albuquerque. She was born on February 23, 1917 in County Mayo, Ballyhaunis, Ireland the daughter of the late Andrew and Alice Kenny. She was a member of the American Legion, and the Raton Humane Society. She was a member of the St. Patrick's/St. Joseph's Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene L. Wilks; brothers, Andrew, Johnny, Patrick and Martin; and sisters, Kathleen and Annie. She leaves behind many relatives and dear friends. Her daughter Kristina and husband, Curtis Eckhart of Albuquerque; nephew, Alan Kenny and wife, Naomi of Raton; niece Eileen and husband, Mike Marquez of Amarillo, Texas survive her; and nephew, Patrick Kenny and wife, Gloria of Long Island, New York survive her. Recitation of the Holy Mass was held on Monday, October 8, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's /St Joseph's Catholic Church in Raton. Solemn Mass of the Resurrection followed at 10:30 a.m. with Monsignor Sipio Salas as the celebrant. Interment followed at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Funeral arrangements for Alice Teresa Wilks were under the direction of the Alderette- Pomeroy Funeral Home. In lieu of the flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Raton Humane Society.
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