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Albright -- Mary Elizabeth (Liz) Albright was released from her pain on Christmas Day 2001. Liz was born in Springfield, IL on June 11, 1921. She grew up in Springfield, IL graduating from Feitshan�s High School in 1939 and worked at Sangamo Electric for a number of years. She married Carl Henry Albright of Springfield in 1943 and supported Lt. Col. Albright throughout his 27-year military career. Following military retirement, Liz returned to Springfield until 1983, then she settled again in Albuquerque, NM where she remained until her death. Liz is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Lt. Col. Carl H. Albright U.S.A.F. (Ret.) and their three children; Carl Frederick (Rick) Albright and his wife, LaWanda of Tijeras, NM, Lt. Col. Wayne Howard Albright and his wife, Geraldine of Livermore, CA, Carla Jean Albright Furry and her husband, SMSgt. (Ret.) Roger Furry of Colorado Springs, CO; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren also survive her. Liz was preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Pansy Smith Howard of Springfield, IL. Liz was a member of St. Marks on the Mesa Episcopal Church and volunteered extensively throughout her life in a number of organizations including the Gray Gladiators, Air Force Family Services, the Grey Ladies and the VFW Auxilliary. Services will be held Friday, 12:00 noon, at St. Marks on the Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond NE, with Father James Trainor officiating. Interment will take place at 3:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Carl F. Albright, Jeremy L. Albright, Wayne H. Albright, David P. Helton, Roger A. Furry and Ryan A. Furry. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Allen -- David Matthew Allen, 25, of Bosque Farms, beloved son, friend, and servant of Christ, went to Glory Saturday, December 22, 2001. David is survived by his parents, Jim and Linda Allen of Bosque Farms; uncle, Kim Allen of IL; aunt, Nancy Bordenave of Albuquerque; and cousins, Dayna Melvin of Albuquerque, Yvonne Christner of Alaska and Tiffany O'Connell of Tennessee, and Phoenix Carroll of Georgia. He was a distance runner and he died doing what he loved to do. David served as a missionary in Mexico after graduating from UNM in 1999. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be Saturday 11:00 a.m., at Grace Church, 6901 San Antonio Blvd. NE, with Pastors Edwin Shepperson and Bruce Lininger officiating. In lieu of flowers, David requested contributions be made to the Gospel for Asia c/o Grace Church, 6901 San Antonio NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Armijo -- Sally V. Armijo, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, died on December 26. Sally was born on April 13, 1916 to Perfecto and Elicia Vigil in Lemitar, New Mexico. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Santiago Armijo, and three daughters and their husbands: Alvie and Tommy Torres, Stella ad Ernest Lujan, and Michelle and Paul Lucero. She is also survived by ten grandchildren and their families: James and Deanna Torres; Tim and Michelle Torres and their children, Brittani, Ciera, and Sivana; Paul and Sally Ann Torres Pena and their children, Joshua, Cambria, and Jerick; Charlie and Tonette Torres Martinez and their children, Briana and Nick; James and Tammy Torres Cox and their son, Zane; Elicia Lujan; Luke Lujan; Christopher Lucero and Jessica Garcia and their children, Aeneas and Matias; Marisa Lucero; and Adam Lucero. Also surviving are her sisters, Rose V. Baca of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Margie V. Herrera and her husband, Gabriel, and her brother, Lawrence Vigil and wife, Angie. Sally enjoyed sewing, crochet and other creative pastimes, but her passion was her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was deeply loved and she will be greatly missed. She was a member of Queen of Heaven Seniors Group and belonged to Immaculate Conception Parish. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mark Saddler and Dr. Middleton and the entire staff at Sandia Hospice Pavilion for their kindness and the compassionate care given to Sally. Funeral Services for Mrs. Armijo are pending and will be announced at a later time. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, James Torres, Tim Torres, Luke Lujan, Chris Lucero and Adam Lucero, and her nephew, Ron Baca. A Rosary for Mrs. Armijo will be recited on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Sandia Hospice Memorial Foundation, 4725 Indian School, NE, Ste. 100, Albuquerque, NM, 87110. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Barela -- Elisa C. Barela, 82, went home to be with the Lord on December 23, 2001. Mrs. Barela was born on June 3, 1919 in Chimayo, NM. Elisa attended St. Francis High School, worked for Foster Grandparents for 21 years at Centro De Amor, and was also a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fortunato Barela; daughter-in-law, Bernadette Barela; sisters, Grace Lujan, Elvera Sandoval and Tessie Lopez; and brother, Alberto Cruz. She is survived by her son, Frank Barela; daughter, Lorraine Cotinola and husband, Rick; son, Richard Barela and wife, RoseLee; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Elisa will be deeply missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held on Friday, December 28, 2001 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary with a Rosary to be recited Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. also in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial is pending and time to be announced. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Barela, Frank F. Barela Jr., Christopher Barela, Louis Lopez, Rick Cotinola and Sammy Chavez. Honorary pallbearers will be Thomas Larranaga and Danny Lujan. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW. 243-5222.
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Carson -- Cristopher (Cris "Topher") Wade Carson, 26, died of cancer Tuesday, December 18, 2001. He was the son of Charlie Carson, Jr. and the late Carolyn Warden Carson. He is survived by one sister, Cyndi Ann Carson; one half sister, Kassandra Carson; stepmother, Cynthia Bracht Carson; paternal grandparents, Colonel USAF (Ret.) Charles and Carolyn Carson of Albuquerque; maternal grandfather, Colonel USAF (Ret.) Clifford Warden and wife, Virginia of Spokane, WA; aunts and uncles, Cathy and Steve Tschasar, Chris and Ray Hyde, all of Albuquerque; Bill Warden of Missoula, MO and Bob Warden of Chattanooga, TN. He also leaves to mourn, his precious Jessica Trujillo of Santa Fe. He is preceded in death by one sister, Crista Lynn Carson in 1994. Cris spent six years in Stuttgart, Germany returning to Albuquerque graduating from Manzano High School where he was member of the track team. He graduated from New Mexico Tech as an environmental engineer and worked in that capacity at Los Alamos Labs. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Gate of Heaven Cemetery, on Thursday, December 27, 2001 at 1:30 p.m., with Major General Donald Harlin (Ret.), Chaplain Air Force Chief of Chaplains officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to The Hospice Memorial Foundation, 4725 Indian School Rd. NE, Suite 100, Albuquerque, NM, 87110.
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Cichon -- Walter Chichon, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1979, died Monday, December 24, 2001. He is survived by his dear friend, Ava Bertholomey of Albuquerque; and two granddaughters, Jennifer and Christine Preucil. Mr. Chichon was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Marie in 1975; and his daughter, Theresa Preucil in 1989. Walter was a longtime volunteer at Palo Dura Senior Citizens Center and a WWII Army Veteran. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Coppock -- Mary T. Coppock, 80, an Albuquerque resident since 1962, died Tuesday, December 25, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Don L. Coppock, Sr., of Albuquerque; sons, Don L. Coppock, Jr. and wife, Bonnie of Albuquerque and Vern C. Coppock of Bosque Farms; daughters, Janet M. Chavez and husband, Henry of Bosque Farms, Beatrice T. Miles of Albuquerque, Esther Evans and husband, Donald of Albuquerque, LaVerna C. McCloskey and husband, David of Bosque Farms and Ruth Soflin and husband, Craig of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren; brothers, Vern W. Redinbaugh and Ivan W. Redinbaugh, both of Neola, IA; sister, Alice Broten of Houston, TX. Mrs. Coppock was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church. She was a retired physical education teacher and had taught at Garfield, Jefferson and Hoover Middle Schools in Albuquerque and formerly taught in Las Vegas, NM. Mary was a member of Alpha Delta Kapa, NEA, and a former member of the Albuquerque Classroom Teachers Association. She was past president of the Zia Romers and past state director of the Good Sam Club of NM. Mary worked as a volunteer for numerous charitable organizations. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, December 28, 2001, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd NE, with Rev. Milton Propp officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Zia Romers Dogs for the Deaf Program, c/o Allean Whitaker, 490 Redondo Rd, Jemez Springs, NM 87025. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd NE.
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Falzone -- James "Jim" Falzone, 82, a resident of Albuquerque for 35 years, died Saturday, December 22, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Clara Falzone; son, John Falzone and wife, Susan; daughters, Concetta Mortus and husband, Mike, Marcella Mattocks and husband, Chester, Kim Collins and husband, Lee, and Denise Falzone and husband, Keith; five grandchildren, Jennifer Mortus, Patrick Collins, Conner Collins, Darcy Collins, and Megan Mattocks; sister, Rose Falzone; brother, Joseph Falzone; and many other relatives and friends. Mr. Falzone was a loving husband and father who was an avid golfer who loved his grandchildren. He retired from the IRS after 31 years of service. Services will be held Friday, December 28, 2001, 9:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, December 27, 2001, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790.
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Ferguson -- Rita C. Ferguson of Citrus Heights, CA, December 25, 2001, a native of New Orleans, age 82 years. Wife of the late David Ferguson. Mother of David Ferguson (Karen) and Linda Campion (James). Grandmother of five. Great-grandmother of five. Survived by three sisters. Friends are invited for visitation Thursday, December 27, 2001, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Price Funeral Chapel, 6335 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA, (916) 725-2109. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Friday, December 28, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Catholic Cemetery Chapel, 7101 Verner Ave, Sacramento, CA. Interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery.
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Gallegos -- Mrs. Crecencia (Cress) B. Gallegos, 76, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on December 25, 2001. Mrs. Gallegos is the beloved wife of 50 years to Mr. Ben Gallegos. Mrs. Gallegos is also survived by one daughter; Priscilla Trujillo, two sons; Ralph Gallegos and wife, Claudia and Alex Gallegos and wife, Carmen, one sister; Stella Perea and husband, Jose, grandchildren; Renee Flores and husband, Tony, Jessica Trujillo, Bethany Gallegos, Tanisha Gallegos, Ryan Gallegos and wife, Velma and Santos Trujillo, great-grandchildren; Daniel and Anthony Gallegos and Nikko Gabaldon, several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Gallegos was a member of the Catholic Church, a member of the Blue Army and Woodman of the World. Visitation for Mrs. Gallegos will be Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at San Jose de Los Durans Mission Catholic Church, 2110 Los Luceros Rd, NW with a Rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m. by the Blue Army with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 7:00 p.m. Interment will take place Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Ryan Gallegos, Santos Trujillo and Tony Flores. Gabaldon Mortuary, Family Owned, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Gonzales -- Jimmy B. Gonzales, 68, a resident of Fort Sumner, NM died Monday, December 24, 2001 at St. Joseph Hospital in Albuquerque following an illness. Jimmy was born August 3, 1933 in Joeffree, NM to the home of Julian and Olympia (Salas) Gonzales. He was raised at Vaughn and Taiban, NM. He graduated from Fort Sumner High School, where he participated in sports including boxing with the New Mexico Golden Gloves Association. Jimmy served in the United States Marines from April 2, 1954 until his honorable discharge on April 1, 1957. Jimmy attended Eastern New Mexico University where he received his Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, and his Masters Degree at New Mexico State University. While at NMSU, Jimmy did graduate work for the college at White Sands Missile Range. Jimmy worked as an Oil Field Worker for a short time, he lost a leg in an oil field accident in 1968. Jimmy was employed as a surveyor for the New Mexico State Highway Department until his retirement. Jimmy was a member of Knights of Columbus Council #8331 and the Fort Sumner Eagles Club. He was also a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Fort Sumner. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother, Demetrio Gonzales in 1933. Survivors include; four sons, Jimmy B. Gonzales Jr. and wife, Rene of Albuquerque, Greg Gonzales and wife, Charlene of Bothal, WA, Bill Gonzales and wife, Michelle, Sam Gonzales and wife, Dodie; two daughters, Becky Gonzales and fiancé, Larry Cordova, and Mary Helen Jaramillo and husband, David, all of Albuquerque. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren; one brother, Manuel Gonzales of Yuma, Arizona; two sisters, Mary Lovato of Fort Sumner, and Navora Richardson of Las Cruces, New Mexico. Rosary services will be held at 7:00 p.m., Friday, December 28, 2001 from St. Anthony Catholic Church in Fort Sumner, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from the church on Saturday, December 29, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. with Father Sotero A. Sena officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Fort Sumner Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday and Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The family prefers memorials to the NM Diabetes Association. All arrangements are under the direction of Chavez Funeral Home, 804 North Fifth Street, Fort Sumner, New Mexico, (505) 355-2311.
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Graham -- Walter Kenneth Graham, age 87, died Tuesday, December 25, 2001. Formerly of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Walter is survived by his wife, Maxine Sill Graham; daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Jeremy Conlin of Nashville, TN; and two grandchildren. Private graveside service to be held in Midland, TX. Arrangements by Marshall-Donnelly-Combs, 201 25th Ave, North, Nashville, TN 37203. (615)327-1111.
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Griego -- Mrs. Maria A. Serda Griego died Sunday, December 23, 2001 in Albuquerque at the age of 67. Mrs. Griego is preceded in death by her brother, Isidro Serda. She is survived by her daughter, Dena Griego of Albuquerque; and brothers, Carlos Serda and wife, Lydia of Albuquerque, Julian Serda and wife, Dorothy of Austin, TX, Johnny Serda and wife, Rhonda of Tracy, CA, and George Serda of Sacramento, CA. Funeral Services for Mrs. Griego will be held on Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andrew Serda, Ernest Serda, Sidro Serda, Victor Serda, Robert Chavira and Albert Nunez. Honorary pallbearers will be mark Serda and Ruben Serda. A Rosary for Mrs. Griego will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Hale -- In Loving Memory of Jack Le Roy Hale June 9, 1926 - December 27, 1995Thoughts of your whisper softly in my memory and I thank God for our life together. As you live in my heart, we are together forever. Loved & sadly missed.Love always in all ways, "Me"
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Hughes -- Frances K. Hughes, 78, a resident of Albuquerque for 52 years, passed away in a local hospital Monday, Christmas Eve. She was preceded in death by her husband Fred N. Hughes. She is survived by daughter, Delores McQuestion of Oregon; son, Dwight Hughes of Los Lunas; grandchildren, Rebecca, Keith, Lee, Justin, Garrett, Devin (Dinky) and Brandon; great-grandchildren, Colby, Spencer, Sydney and Nathan. She was a member of Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Hughes retired from Dillards Department Store. She enjoyed painting landscapes, quilting, crafting and gardening. She will be greatly missed by her family and dear friends. Services will be held at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal S.E. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 27, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 28, at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be conducted at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m.
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Johnson -- Bill R. Johnson Sr., 55, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, died Monday, December 24, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Shirley J. Johnson; sons, Robert Johnson and Billy R. Johnson Jr.; daughter, Keri Johnson; granddaughters, Amber and KyLee, all of Los Lunas; mother, Lorene Johnson; sister, Dorothy Shetter, both of Cassey, TX; brother, Bob Johnson of Dallas, TX; numerous other family; and friends. Mr. Johnson drove trucks coast to coast until this last year when he drove locally. He served as a Reserve Deputy with the Valencia County Sheriff's Department. His hobbies included bowling. Services will be held Saturday, December 29, 2001, at 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Memorial contributions may be made to either the American Heart Association-NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790 or to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Kerr -- Ignacia Chdanda (Naci) Kerr, 13, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, December 22, 2001. She is survived by her mother, Mechelle Kerr and partner, Sandra Rivera; godfather, Reggie Willis; godmother, Tracey Willis; sisters, Zenna Willis and Stacey Willis, all of Albuquerque; grandmother, Marion (Flonda) Kerr; aunts, Deborah Black and partner, Mary Black, both of Chicago, IL and Viki Frakes of Albuquerque; uncles, David Kerr of Albuquerque, Chris Kerr of Alabama and Danyelle Kerr of N. Carolina; and cousins, Benjamin Kerr of Alabama, Meagan Brooks of Hobbs, NM, Evangeline Pacheco and Angel Kerr, both of Albuquerque, and Nathaniel Kerr and Daniel Kerr, both of N. Carolina. Services will be held Friday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Ross J. Dean officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Koone -- Willard Koone, 88, born December 8, 1913 in Cleveland, AR passed away December 22, 2001 in Albuquerque. He is survived by his loving wife, Marion of Albuquerque; son, John Koone of San Antonio, TX; daughters, Gail Koone of Albuquerque and Eileen McGuire and her husband, Larry of Penn Valley, CA; grandchildren, Matthew and Brittany Koone of Schulemburg, TX. Willard retired the first time in 1956 as a Lt. Commander after 22 years in the Navy serving in WWII. During his time in the service, he was aboard the USS New York, the destroyers USS John R. Pierce and the USS Epperson, aircraft carriers of the USS Coral Sea and the USS Midway. He was also retired from Sandia National Labs in 1978 after 21 years of service. He was an active member of the Kiwanis Club, Mesa Masonic Lodge #68, AF & AM, Albuquerque #1 White Shrine of Jerusalem and the Sojourners. He was an instructor at TVI and loved to hunt and fish. A Memorial Service will be held at the Sombra del Monte Christian Church, 2528 Utah Street NE, Albuquerque on Thursday, December 27, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made in Willard's name to the New Mexico Boys Ranch, PO Box 5000 Boys Ranch, NM 87002-5000 or the Sombra del Monte Christian Church, 2528 Utah Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. A private interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Lambert -- Another Angel, Elzada Catherine Lambert, 97, was called home on Saturday, December 22, 2001. Most family and friends affectionately referred to her as "Grandma". She was born in Princteon, MO on April 8, 1904 to Madelyn Levisa and Henry Clements. She married Cleon Lambert on November 21, 1921. After several moves between Iowa and Missouri, they settled in Esterville, IA to own and operate The Lamberts Café to 1941 through 1947. The next stop was Albuquerque, NM then onward to the Continental Divide to run The Top of the World Café. It was back to Albuquerque to own and operate the Sky View Café on West Central from 1949 to 1959. Grandma loved to cook and bake and was well known for her famous homemade pies, noodles and melt-in-your-mouth fudge. A real peoples person, Grandma loved to laugh and always had a smile and joke or two to share. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends as she touched the lives of so many. Grandma was preceded in death by her husband, Cleon Lambert in 1971; sons, Bill Lambert and Kenneth Lambert and grandchildren, Sharon Chamblee and Monty Chamblee. She is survived by her daughter, Madelyn Chamblee and a son, Dr. Paul D. Lambert and wife, Marty all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Dick Lambert, Charlie Lambert, Jimmy Lambert, Cathy Lambert Hill, Billy Lambert, Tom Lambert, John Lambert, and Kelly Lambert O'Riley, all of Burlington, IA, Kenneth Lambert Jr., Patrick Lambert, Kevin Lambert, Katherine Lambert, Kim Chamblee, Melanie Lambert Cravens, Dr. Kurt P. Lambert, Brett Lambert, and Matthew Lambert, all of Albuquerque. She is also survived by her 40 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held Friday, December 28, 2001, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Dick Lambert, Charlie Lambert, Dr. Kurt P. Lambert, Brett Lambert, Matt Lambert, and Patrick Lambert. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, December 27, 2001, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Levy -- Marie Flink Levy, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 25, 2001. She was born on August 12, 1910 in Tchula, Mississippi and lived for many years in New Orleans, LA with her beloved husband, Edwin Levy, Sr., who predeceased her. She is survived by her sons; Robert D. Levy and wife, Susan M. Conway of Albuquerque and Edwin Levy, Jr. and wife, Julia of Vancouver, B.C., Canada; her grandchildren, Jane C. Levy of Portland, OR, Jennifer Levy and husband, Paul Schwalb of New York City and Ben Gerwing of Sechelt, B.C., Canada; and three great-grandchildren. Mrs. Levy was a talented and dedicated teacher in New Orleans, both in the public schools and at Temple Sinai. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, an avid mah jong player, a devotee of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra and a fanatic sports fan. She also had more charm than the law allows, and made a friend of everyone she met. Mrs. Levy will be buried at Hebrew Rest Cemetery in New Orleans. Graveside services will be held Thursday, December 27, 2001, at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity. A memorial gathering in Albuquerque will be scheduled at a later time. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lovato -- Mrs. Carlota Lovato died Monday, December 24, 2001 in Albuquerque at the age of 78. Mrs. Lovato is preceded in death by her son, John Lovato. She is survived by her husband, Saturnino Lovato; children, Maurice Kivlighan and husband, John of Maralboro, Mass., Dennis Lovato and wife, Pat of Albuquerque, and Dora Lovato-Teague and husband, Tony of Albuquerque; brother, Esmael Candelaria and wife, Evelyn of Las Vegas, NV; sister, Anne Smail of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mrs. Lovato will be held on Thursday at St. Anne Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Raymond Lovato, Dominic Kittredge, Christopher Lovato, Tony Teague, Peter Giles and Dennis Lovato. A Rosary for Mrs. Lovato was recited on Wednesday evening. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Lucero -- Charles G. Lucero, 36, went home to be with the Lord on December 22, 2001. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 14, 1966. He was preceded in death by his father Ralph Teupell, Charlie Lucero and Sophia Baca. He is survived by his mother, Louise Teupell and sons; Justin Lucero and Christopher Lucero, daughter; Felicia Lucero, brothers; Russell Lucero and Trey Teupell and fiance, Joetta, sister; Yvette Teupell and husband, Martin Ponce, grandparents; Salome Baca, Kate Teupell and Esmeralda Lucero, nieces; Diandra Lucero, Rashauna Budd and Laticia Budd, nephews; Martin Ponce and Lavon Budd. Charles will be deeply missed by his loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, December 27, 2001 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andrew Sanchez, Louie Sanchez, Pete Saiz, Samuel Baca, Paul Tapia and Jeff Tapia. Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Esquibel, C.J. Lucero and Mark Serna. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
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Malachowski -- Ruby L. Malachowski, 71, a resident of Albuquerque for 44 years, died, Monday, December 24, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Edwin �Ski� Malachowski of Albuquerque; daughters, Shirley Eyler of Questa, NM, Phyllis Bekaert and husband, Jerome Duke of Kingman, AZ and Brenda K. Garcia and husband, Jose A. of Albuquerque; son, Charles J. Ferguson of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. Mrs. Malachowski was a member of FRA- Post 200, VFW-Post 401, and American Legion - Post 99. Services will be held, Friday, December 28, 2001, at 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at 12.30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Manning -- Mass of Christian Burial for Ida Z. Manning will be celebrated Thursday, December 27, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, with Fr. Jim Suntum celebrant. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park with Shorty Vaiza, Warren Flood, Craig Chavez, Johnny Zimmerly, Steve Zimmerly, and Max Zimmerly serving as Pallbearers. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. is in charge of arrangements.
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Nauert -- Virginia K. Nauert, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, died Monday, December 24, 2001. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Austin G. Nauert of Albuquerque; daughter, Nancy K. Tubbs and husband George of Portland, OR; sons, Richard A. Nauert of Wichita, KS, Paul G. Nauert and wife Barbara of Delmar, CA, Peter D. Nauert and wife Beebe of Olathe, KS and Robert C. Nauert and wife Karen of Rocklin, CA; and granddaughters, Bethany, Angela and Blakeley Nauert and Summer King and her husband Kyle. Virginia was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin with a B.S. Degree. She was a member of Delta Gamma Social Faternity for over 60 years, a volunteer in the Republican Party for over 30 years in Kansas and New Mexico and a longtime active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Albuquerque. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Friday, 1:00 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, with Rev. Dr. Paul Debenport and Rev. Myron White officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church Endowment Fund, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or the American Heart Association NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM 87199. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Noffsinger -- Mrs. Agnes Catherine Noffsinger, 84, a resident of Albuquerque pased away on December 20, 2001. Mrs. Noffsinger is the survived by her son, Glenn Noffsinger; daughters-in-law, Bethene Noffsinger and Hazel Noffsinger; one brother, Bud Ewing and wife, Gleva of Turton, S.D.; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and special friends, Lucy and Charlie Griego and Helen Richardson. Mrs. Noffsinger was a member of the Catholic Church, a member of the Catholic Daughters of Americas Court Santa Maria Church #317 and a Life member of the Altar Society at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Visitation for Mrs. Noffsinger will be Friday morning after 8:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with a Rosary to be recited at 8:30 a.m. by the Catholic Daughters and Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Father Joel Garner. Interment will follow at the Monte Vista Cemetery in Monte Vista, Colorado. Pallbearers will be Paul Abritt and Charlie Griego. Honorary will be Glenn Noffsinger and Bud Ewing. Gabaldon Mortuary, Family Owned, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Nowicki -- Carmen D.T. Nowicki, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1951, loving mother, grandmother and friend, died Thursday, December 20, 2001. She is survived by her sons, Ted Nowicki of Rio Rancho and George Nowicki and wife, Michelle of Lancaster, CA; grandsons, George, Jr., John and Joe Nowicki; brother, Joseph Del Tedesco and wife, Beth of Washington Courthouse, OH; aunt, Sue Macino of Columbus, OH; and numerous other relatives and friends. Mrs. Nowicki was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Ted Nowicki, Sr. in 1998. She graduated from Ohio State University and received further education at UNM and NM Highlands University. Mrs. Nowicki retired from APS teaching elementary for many years. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Arthritis Foundation of NM �Juvenile Arthritis�, 777 E. Missouri #119, Phoenix, AZ, 85014. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Ortiz -- Paul M. Ortiz a lifelong resident of New Mexico born December 31, 1948 went on his journey on December 21, 2001 at the age of 52. He proudly served our country with the United States Marine Corps at age 19, he also served in the Vietnam War. Paul was a loving son, husband, brother, father, and friend. survivors include his mother, Ramona Ortiz of Acomita Pueblo; wife, Ellen Ortiz of Santa Ana Pueblo; brothers, Robert Ortiz of Santa Ana Pueblo, and Michael Ortiz of Indiana; sister, Gerri Troivio of Grants, NM; daughters, Monika, Janelle and Jaclyn Oritz ; and also grandchildren, Krystal and Jordan Chavez and Tyra Ortiz-Shije of Santa Ana Pueblo; Godchildren, Selina, Branden, Brandi Keryte of Isleta Pueblo, Terrance Lucero of Rio Rancho, NM, Ross and Ty Menchego of Santa Pueblo. Paul is also survived by many dear family and friends too numerous to acknowledge.
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Pennington -- Luther A. Pennington, 80, a lifelong resident of De Baca County, died Sunday, December 23, 2001 at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis following an illness. Luther was born August 13, 1921 in Fort Sumner to the home of Emmett Lee Pennington and the former Icy Bailey. He was reared and attended school at Fort Sumner, where he participated in football and track. Luther enlisted in the U.S. Air Force on June 4, 1942 and served until his honorable discharge on October 12, 1945. Luther married Lavania Sullivan on July 31, 1943 in Greenville, South Carolina. He returned to Fort Sumner where he operated a service station for two years. He later worked with his father repairing windmills, pumps, and drinking tanks. He operated Ranchers Well Supply for over 35 years before passing the business along to his son in 1984. Luther was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church in Fort Sumner, Mount Moriah Masonic Lodge #54 where he served twice as Past Master, a Rainbow dad for over 20 years, and a longtime member of the Fort Sumner Cemetery Association where he served as Board president. He also was a past president of the Fort Sumner Ex-Students Association. Luther was preceded in death by his parents and a great-grandson, David Brian Brown. Survivors include his wife, Lavania Pennington of the home in Fort Sumner; a son, Robert Pennington and wife, Cindy of Fort Sumner; three daughters, Barbara Corbett and husband, Robert of Gansevoort, NY, Belinda Branson of Vancouver, WA, and Melody Garcia and husband, Jose of Fort Sumner; one sister, Flossie Pollard of Fort Sumner; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren, along with many friends. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 27, 2001 from the First United Methodist Church in Fort Sumner with Rev. Monty Leavell officiating. Burial will follow in the Pennington family plot, Fort Sumner Cemetery. Pallbearers will include; Greg Pennington, Scott Pennington, Carl Brown, Michael Perry, Jose Garcia, Gordon Morris, Johnny Stallard, and Dave Bailey. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The family prefers memorials to the Fort Sumner Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 180, Fort Sumner, New Mexico 88119. All arrangements are under the direction of Chavez Funeral Home, 804 North Fifth Street, Fort Sumner, NM. (505) 355-2311.
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Putnam -- In Loving Memory of Florence Putnam July 19, 1920 - December 27, 2000 Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. We love and miss you very much. Your children; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
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Quintero -- Funeral Services for Marcello Quintero will be held on Thursday at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Senter -- Lily Jane McCance Senter, 97, of North Canal Street, Carlsbad, New Mexico, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2001 at Lakeview Christian Home of the Southwest, Inc., North Canal Unit, Carlsbad, New Mexico. Lily Jane was born Sunday, February 14, 1904 to Samuel Winters McCance and Agnes Orr McCance in Bangar, County Down, Ireland. On March 10, 1910 she arrived in Sparta, Wisconsin at the age of six. November 18, 1918 she moved to Houghton, Michigan. January 29, 1929 she married John Senter, and they moved to Boxton, In 1947 she moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico and then to Carlsbad, New Mexico in October 1972. She weas preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Sadie Batchelder and a nephew, Don Batchelder. Survivers include two daughters, Betty Denton of Carlsbad, NM, Dr. Joan Eyring of Albuquerque; one sister, Irene Martin of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Gerald Denton and Norman Denton, both of Carlsbad, NM, Lyndon Denton of Tucson, AZ, Tim Eyring of Albuquerque and Nathan Eyring of Washington; 3 great-grandchildren; one niece and numerous nephews. She will lie in state Thursday, December 27, 2001, 2:00-9:00 p.m. at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be Friday, December 28, 2001, 11:00 a.m., at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob Bacon of First Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM. Pallbearers will be: Forrest Dickerson, Truman Ferguson, J.T. Stephens, Monte Patterson, Pat Mitchell, and Joe McNew. Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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South -- Rosamond E. South, wife of Ernest B. South, and a resident of Albuquerque for a quarter of a century, died at Albuquerque Manor on December 19, 2001 after a protracted illness. She was 88 years old. The daughter of William Hendricks Foreman and Katherine Melvina Foreman, she was born in Kingston, Jamaica on April 16, 1913. Besides her husband of Albuquerque, she is survived by three daughters, Carroll Thomas of Los Alamos and her husband, George A. Baker Jr., Jean-Anne South of Baltimore, Maryland, and Marguerite South-Riley and her husband, Toby Riley of Green Cove Springs, Florida. She is also survived by her sister, Carmelle D'Antuoni of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Lynn Meritt and her husband, Dave Meritt of Orlando, Florida, David Thomas and his wife, Sharon of San Jose, California, Bryan Thomas of Las Vegas, Nevada; three great-grandchildren, Justin Keith Meritt, Jeremy David Meritt and Julie Elisabeth Meritt. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, the baby Vernon, her older brother, Rupert Aston Foreman, younger brother, William Cartwright Foreman, and her son in-law Keith Thomas. When her father died in 1918, her mother went to the US to find work for support of her children. Rosamond was raised by her grandparents and used to tell her children and other family members stories about her stern but loving grandfather, her loving grandmother and the various escapades of her childhood. Ernest and Rose were married on September 10, 1941. For many years Rose worked as a secretary for the United Fruit Co., Seprod, Imperial Chemical Industries, World Food Administration, and the Jamaica Banana Producers Assn. She was an expert in shorthand. She was an avid and talented gardener who learned how to do grafting, and later became skilled in sewing, making many of her own clothes as well as gifts and toys for family members. She also made wreaths and flower arrangements. Rose was a loving wife, devoted mother, and a person who easily made friends with her friendly and generous persona. From her youth, she had an American pen pal from Connecticut who became a lifelong friend. They met for the first time when Ernest and Rose brought their daughter Carroll to the US to attend College. Ernest and Rose moved to the US in 1977. This was a major change in their lives. But with Rose's outgoing personality, and taking the initiative to meet their new neighbors, they soon made wonderful friends of neighbors, fellow parishioners, and Golden Agers. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in September this year, with their daughters- and sons-in-law, sharing in this occasion. In her later years, Rose was beset by Alzheimer's disease, which slowly stole her personality and memories. Her husband Ernest took over the role of caregiver during these years, until the burden proved too much for him. Rose suffered a stroke in December 2000, which only added to her difficulties. Their Los Alamos family was fortunate to have them living near by, and enjoyed frequent visits to and from them over the years. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 4, 2002, 8:30 a.m. in Albuquerque at Our Lady of the Annunciation Church, 2621 Vermont NE at Claremont. Ennichment of cremains will take place at the Gate of Heaven Columbarium. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, or to a homeless shelter.
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Stone -- Oliver P. Stone formerly known as Philip Andrew Pukas born August 9, 1938, passed away December 19, 2001, after a brief illness. A Memorial Service and Holy Communion will be held on December 29, 2001 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Church of St John, 318 Silver SW, Alb. NM, in the Chapel of The Beloved Saints. Cremation has taken place. Ennichment of the ashes in the Cathedral garden will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, friends and family may make a contribution to the Cathedral in Oliver's memory. May he Rest in Peace.
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Verardo -- Mary Alice Meyers Verardo's 80+ years on this earth came to peaceful close on Thursday, December 6, 2001, in the presence of her family at the Sandia Hospice Pavilion of St. Joseph Hospital in Albuquerque. Mary was the greatest Mom who loved her kids unconditionally and supported them wholeheartedly in everything they did. She was a great soul. The grace with which she lived her life, was an inspiration to all who knew her. She was loved for her wit, her kindness, her generosity, and as someone you just enjoyed talking to about life. Mary lost the love of her life, her husband Art, in June of 2000. Mary's family includes her son, Art, his wife, Suzanne and their children, Brian and his wife Alexa, Amy, and Lisa (1979-1980); son, Robert and his wife, Bonnie Putnam Verardo; daughter, Mary Jo, her husband, Pierre Carrier and their children, Nicole and Sean all of whom loved her very much. A Mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 28, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona St. SE, with burial to follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation in Mary's name to Sandia Hospice, or a charity of your choice.
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Williams -- Betty L. Williams, age 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1951 died peacefully December 23, 2001. She is survived by daughter, Sharon L. Dec and husband, John of CA; son, Larry Williams and wife, Meg of NM; grandchildren, Mary Kate, Jared, Shannon and Mark. Betty was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church, the Shamrock Extension Club and the Holy Ghost Senior Citizen Group. Visitation will be Friday, December 28, 2001 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. also in Palm Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, December 29, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church 833 Arizona St. SE with Fr. Thomas Mayefske officiating. Burial will take place in Moline, KS. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of her arrangements. 
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