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Ball -- Clara D. Ball, age 91, passed away Friday, February 8, 2002 in Albuquerque. She was born October 5, 1910 in Wisconsin to the late Walter and Anna (Klinek) Tylicki. She was a fifty year resident of Albuquerque, a successful businesswoman and a cherished friend who will be missed by all who knew her and loved her. Clara D. Ball was a loving wife of fifty-one years to Albert J. Ball. She is also survived by one son , Ronald L. Miller of St. Francis, Wisconsin; one sister , Cordelia Grochowski, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin; one brother , Edward Tylicki, south Milwaukee, Wisconsin; four grandchildren , Sandra Maurer, Douglas Miller, Dorene Miller and Debbie Miller. Four brothers , Roland, Harry, Walter and Adolph Tylicki, preceded her in death. She was a member of the Polish National Catholic Church. Payer services will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 7:00 pm in the Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors Chapel, 3113 Carlisle Ave. N.E. Michael Dominguez and Charles Puckett will officiate. Interment will follow later in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at a later date. The arrangements for Clara D. Ball are under the direction of the Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors.
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Caldwell -- Chester "Chet" Caldwell, passed away suddenly at his home in Albuquerque Saturday, February 9, 2002. He was born in Denver, Colorado to Dorothy and Chester Caldwell in 1932. He graduated from South High School in Denver and attended Colorado University. He has been a McDonald's franchisee, owner/operator in Albuquerque since 1967. Chet's philosophy was to give back to the community. He was involved in many community activities and served on many volunteer boards. He was a member of the Methodist Church. He was the president of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce and the Lobo Club. He was the recipient of the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith Distinguished Community Service Award, the Ronald McDonald House Charities "Helping Hands Award," the New Mexico Distinguished Public Service Award, and the Albuquerque Ronald McDonald Award. He was instrumental in the development of the Albuquerque Ronald McDonald House. He served on the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Board, the Anderson-Abruzzo Balloon Museum Board and The New Mexico State Fair Junior Livestock Board. He was also involved in the family horse business. Chet loved to hunt and fish. He was a dedicated family man, who loved his wife of 46 years. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren participate in sports and other activities. He is survived by his loving wife, Judy Caldwell of Albuquerque; son, Kevin Caldwell and wife, Nancy; grandchildren, Kylee and Casey Caldwell of Albuquerque; son-in-law, Duane Keating of Edgewood, NM; sister, Lois Petsch of Parker, CO and her children, Michael and Stephen Petsch and Robin Krizan, all of Denver, CO; and sister-in-law, Beth and husband, John Thatcher and their children, John and Tim Thatcher, all of Denver, CO and Katie Carroll of Swink, CO. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kristin Caldwell Keating of Edgewood, NM. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2002, at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna NE, with Pastor Skip Heitzig officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Tuesday, February 12, 2002 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Albuquerque, 1011 Yale NE, 87106. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Carrillo -- A Mass intention in Memory of Rose Mary A. Carrillo of Yorba Linda, CA, formerly of New Mexico, will be celebrated at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Bernalillo, NM, on Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 5:00 p.m. Friends and family are invited to attend.
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Feliciano -- Lupe Feliciano Garcia died Friday at the age of 60. She was preceded in death by her mother, Josephine Sainz; and a nephew, Alejandro Ramirez. She was a beautiful singer, loved to play bingo and gamble in many ways. She had the largest heart to help anybody. She was a great wife and a wonderful mother. She was a member of the Sisters Club. She is survived by her father, Luis Sainz; husband, Jose Garcia; three sons, Louie Montoya, Juan Garcia, and Daniel Feliciano; one daughter, Yvonne Montoya; four brothers Louie, Edward Antonio and Roberto Sainz; six sisters, Lita Cortez, Simona Cordova, Mary Lou Sainz, Rosalina Lucero Linda Ramirez and Mary Esther Candelaria; and 14 grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday at the St. Anne's Catholic church at 7:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at the St. Ann's Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Burial of cremains will follow at the San Jose De Armijo Cemetery. Visitations will be held Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St SW.
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Garcia -- Leroy Garcia was born May 12, 1955 in Tijeras, New Mexico to Tomas and Agripina Garcia. He passed away February 10, 2002 in Albuquerque. Leroy is survived by three children, Leroy Garcia and wife, Germaine, Steve Garcia and wife, Vicki, and Nickole Garcia; five grandchildren, JazMonique, Steve Jr., Angelica, Brittney, and Leroy III; sisters and brother, Rose Blann, Eloisa Jiminez, Yolanda Stripling, Cruzita Sanchez, Velma Pacheco, Rita Garcia, Virginia Alires, and David Garcia; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss him. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Therese Catholic Church, 4th and Mildred NW. on Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Garcia -- Richard L. Garcia, 45, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2002. He is survived by his parents, Henry and Frances Sanchez; two brothers, Louis and Anthony Garcia; step-sister, Carmen Gregory; grandmother, Merlinda Gurule; grandfather, Julian Garcia; three nephews; and numerous aunts and uncles. Mass of the Christian burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on February 14, 2002 at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Direct Services handling arrangements.
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Gardner -- Mike Gardner, 37, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, February 10, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Lauren Gardner of Albuquerque; sons, Jeremy Gardner and Gregory Gardner, both of Denver, CO; parents, Dell and Sharon Gardner of Caputa, SD; brother, Bob Gardner and wife, Jewel of Ft. Bragg, CA; and a large extended family. Mike was an avid hunter and fisherman. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE, with Pastor Nancy Fomasi officiating. Pallbearers will be Ray Pena, Vernon Parker, Johnny Gardner, Lawrence Brody, Shannon Johnson and Tim Fought. Honorary Pallbearer will be Robert Molina. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Garland -- Virgil V. Garland, 84, passed away on Sunday morning, February 10, 2002. He was a member of the Peralta Methodist Church and a resident of Los Lunas. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Cecil Garland, of CA and Wilam"Babe" of Estancia; his two sisters, Velma, of CA and Mildred Tindell of Estancia; and his parents, Bob and Jessie Garland. Virgil is survived by his children, Barry W. Garland of NV, Greg Garland, and Dana L. Garland, both of CA; his loving wife of 25 years, Janet"Jan" Garland of the family home in Los Chavez; his other children, Harold Edwards of Angel Fire, Todd Mosley of Belen, Debra Melton of Los Lunas; 14 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister, Pearl Dressler of Mountainair; one brother, Whitey Garland of Los Lunas; and many loving cousins, nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2002 at the Estancia Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Garland Cemetery in Mountainair, NM. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Healy -- Elbert V. Healy, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died peacefully Sunday, February 10, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Mary; daughters, Judy and Deborah; and three grandchildren, Anthony, Ashley and Michael. Mr. Healy retired as a Chief Petty Officer from the Navy in 1962 and the FAA in 1984. Services will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2002, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Lemuel Boyles, Col. USAF, (Ret) officiating. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Robinson, Douglas Robinson, Richard Espinoza, Bill Espinoza, Larry Armenta, and Art Espinoza. Honorary pallbearer will be Norman Sedillo. Mr. Healy will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, February 12, 2002, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Johnson -- Betty Ann Johnson passed away peacefully on February 7, 2002 at home in Tacoma, WA where she had lived since the summer of 2000. Born in Sayre, OK on December 1, 1926 to Barnett and Vera Bruce, she was raised in Portales, NM. On January 22, 1945, Betty was married to Robert W. Johnson who preceded her in death in January 1998. Their first son, Bruce died as a young child. Betty is survived by daughter, Saundra Brusch (Carter); son, Barry Johnson; daughters, Mary Dinnell (Patrick), Carolyn Johnson (Eric Newhouse); eight grandchildren, Season, Sonia, Colby, Carson Brusch, Jeremiah, Cory, Sara Dinnell, Max Johnson. She is also survived by brothers, Leon, Marion, and Thomas Bruce. Betty adored her dog, Nala. After traveling with the USAF, Betty and Bob settled in Albuquerque in 1966. Betty worked at J.C. Pennys for a few years and then became a licensed real estate agent. She was an active member of the Officers Wives Club and the Order of the Eastern Star. She was an active member and past president of the Ostomy Association in Albuquerque. She volunteered many hours at the Kirkland AFB Thrift Shop. Services will be Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque with viewing at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society. Also, family and friends will be running as the"Betty Parade Team" in ACS fund-raiser in June, 2002. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Lavail -- Melvin Maurice LaVail, 72, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Betty R. LaVail of Albuquerque; sister, Billie Jean LaVail of Albuquerque; sons, Melvin B. LaVail of Longmont, CO, Maurice Steele LaVail of Albuquerque and Forrest R. LaVail of Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Adam LaVail of Santa Fe, Amber LaVail of San Francisco, CA, Sterling LaVail, Joelle Baca, Juliette Baca, all of Albuquerque, Marcus LaVail of Aurora, CO and Lauren LaVail of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Acanaan LaVail and Gabriel LaVail, both of Santa Fe; and nephews, Matt LaVail of San Francisco, CA and Fred LaVail of Irving, TX. Mr. LaVail was originally from the state of Mississippi where he met and married his wife. He joined the Air Force in 1951, serving a distinguished 25-year career as both a nuclear engineer and pilot, including a tour of duty in Vietnam where he flew the F4 Phantom Fighter/Bomber. In 1976, Mr. LaVail retired from the Air Force with the rank of Lt. Colonel and turned his attention to a new career in land development. Throughout his life, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and particularly flying which began in his teen years and continued even after his Air Force retirement. Mr. LaVail truly loved entertaining and being surrounded by family and friends, especially hosting outdoor summer barbeques by the pool. The LaVail family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the staff on 4-D at the V.A. Hospital for the wonderful and loving care they provided for Melvin. Services will be held Thursday, February 14, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Lisk -- In Loving Memory, Della Louise Lisk. Our mom, grandma, great-grandma, sister and friend peacefully passed away on Saturday, February 02, 2002 surrounded by her loving family. She was a resident of Mountainair, NM. She was born October 20, 1918 in Cedarvale, NM to Robert D. and Edith B Hileman. Della was active in the ladies auxiliary and American Legion. She retired from Mountainair Grocery after 37 years of dedicated service. She was an excellent seamstress and loved gardening. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Elvie E. Lisk; one sister, Ruth LaPrade; three brothers, Bobby, Dan and Homer Hileman; a set of infant twin siblings; and one son-in-law, Jack Redfearn. Della is survived by one daughter, Edith Redfearn of Belen; two sons, Joe Lisk and his wife, Ursula of Canada and Jerry Lisk and his wife, Holly of Rio Rancho; grandchildren, Ron Redfearn and his wife, Colleen of Farmington, Kerri Allgood and her husband, Lance of Gallup, Bobby and Jessie Lisk of Canada, and Mathew and Jonathan Lisk of Rio Rancho; great-grandchildren, Dana and Jake Redfearn of Farmington; and two sisters, Alice Ward and Isabelle"Isie" Teague and her husband, Nick. She is also survived by and will be greatly missed by several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Della will be remembered for her kindness, tenacity, unforgettable laughter, friendly smile and her concern for everyone. With utmost love, as Della wished, cremation has taken place. Memorial Services are scheduled at the Assembly of God Church in Mountainair on Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. with Interment following. Honorary Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family requests any donations can be made to Casa Esperanza, P.O. Box 40472, Albuquerque, NM 87196-0472 or New Mexico Boys Ranch, 775 Hwy 304, Belen, NM. Arrangements were entrusted to Romero Funeral Home.
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Loetzer -- Stanley Theodore Loetzer joined his Father in Heaven Saturday, February 9, 2002. He was born April 30, 1920 in New Brunswick, NJ to Frederick and Elsie Loetzer and was a longtime resident of Edison, NJ. He has been a resident of Rio Rancho since 1981. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Elizabeth Vernon Palmer Loetzer; and by grandson, Michael Donald Dougherty. He is survived by his wife, Nadine Patrick Loetzer of Rio Rancho; daughter, Patricia and husband, Don Dougherty, Lynbrook, NY; daughter, Jil and husband, Alan Konopacki, Edison, NJ; step-daughter, Dale and husband, Michael Curtis, Glorieta, NM; step-son, Scott and wife, Sharon Patrick, Rio Rancho; step-son, Gregg Patrick, Salt Lake City, UT; grandchildren, Jane, Ellen, and Sean Dougherty, step-grandchildren, Kelley and Sean Patrick, Amanda Curtis, and Lara Curtis and her daughters, Courtney and Abby. He will be fondly remembered and sorely missed by numerous friends and colleagues."Stan" was a Veteran of WWII, serving three years in the Pacific Theater in the 32nd Division, 127th Regiment, C Company. As a US Army combat medic, he was a member of a paratroop unit involved in the liberation of the Philippines and received a purple heart for injuries received in that conflict. Following his military honorable discharge, he attended Rutgers University and worked for New Jersey Bell for 30 years, starting as a lineman and retiring in 1975 as a Division Manager. As a teenager before the war, Stan was a charter member of the Edison #1 Rescue Squad, Edison, NJ. For over ten years following the war, he served as both member and Captain of the squad, and instructed First Aid to area Boy and Girl Scouts. He attended nursing school following his retirement to gain the knowledge to serve others, and ultimately used his education to care for his first wife throughout an extended illness. He was an active Edison member of the Masonic Lodge, and served as President of the Edison Lions Club. In Rio Rancho, he was a member of the Kiwanis Club. Throughout his life, Stan was active in church and civic endeavors. The Presbyterian churches in New Brunswick and Rio Rancho were beneficiaries of his repeated service as an elder and constant choir member. He also served as Superintendent of Christian Education for the New Brunswick Church. He was a Past-President of the Albuquerque Ronald McDonald House and was a Board member for that group for 20 years. A member of the Telephone Pioneers, he was Chaplain of the local Rio Rancho chapter at the time of death. On the Board of Directors of the Rio Rancho Storehouse West since its inception in 1992, he was President at the time of his death and provided many hours of volunteer service each week to its mission of providing food to those in need. Memorial Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at the Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church, 1004 24th Street, Rio Rancho. Rev. Dr. Larry Hitchens will officiate. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made in memory of his civic service to the charity of choice.
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Lynch -- Sandy Marie Lynch, 51, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1985 and coming to New Mexico from Washington, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2002. Sandy was born July 17, 1950 the daughter of Wilfred and Ruth Weisflock Speck in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, CA. She had been an education assistant at the Enchanted Hills Elementary School. Sandy was a very loving person, she always put everyone else above herself. She was a real animal lover too. She was preceded in death by her father in 1987. Sandy is survived by her husband, Mickie of Rio Rancho; mother, Ruth Willetts of San Diego, CA; two children, Sarah Lynch and fiance, Elijah Cavinder of Rio Rancho and Jeff Lynch and wife, Sherie of Virginia; one sister, Susan Ponce and husband, Julio of San Diego, CA; and two nieces, Renee and Lisa of San Diego, CA. Sandy's companion of 17 years,"Frisco", her beloved cat, passed away on February 11, 2002 to join her. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. at the Enchanted Hills Elementary School (Gym) 5400 Obergon Road NE, Rio Rancho, with Pastor Dan Kain officiating. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
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Maestas -- Juan I. Maestas, age 89, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, was welcomed into the arms of the Lord our Savior, Sunday, February 10, 2002, while surrounded by his loving family. Juan was born in La Jara, NM to the late Andres and Mereneiana Maestas. He was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo and a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Juan was a rancher and farmer. He was very involved in politics so much that he was proud to be a great part in the Mayoral election of Bernalillo for the late Ernie Aguilar. He held numerous jobs in his lifetime. He will always be remembered as very loving, devoted, and generous man with a sense of humor to appreciate. He especially loved spending time with his precious grandchildren and his family. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Frank, Gabriel and Richard Maestas; and son-in-law, Ernie Aguilar. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Fannie C. Maestas of the family home; his children, Julia McClain and husband, John III, Ramon Maestas and wife, Hermie, Juan I. Maestas Jr. and wife, Tillie, Viola M. Garcia and husband, Ross, Porfiro Maestas and wife, Pat, Mary Kay Aguilar, Frank A. Maestas and wife, Erlinda, Donald A. Maestas and wife, Barbara; 23 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Also surviving are Juan's brothers and sisters, Andres Maestas Jr. and wife, Carolina, Alex Maestas and wife, Texann, Bennie Maestas and wife, Reina, Nemesina Baca, Petrita Lucero and husband, Pedro, Maria Garcia and husband, Lano, Ella Hill and husband, Don, Lucinda Chavez, Dolores Lovato and husband, Frank, and Susie Segura; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Juan will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who knew and loved him. Visitations will be today from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Final viewing will be Thursday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. also at the church, followed by the celebration of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Casket Bearers will be John McClain IV, Carlos Maestas, Juan Maestas, Marvin Alex Garcia, Jason White Maestas, Ernie Aguilar, Frank Maestas Jr., and Jack Maestas. Honorary Bearers will be Robert Cordova, Wilfred Lovato, Andrew Maestas, Tyler Longley, Frank Cordova, Roger Cordova, Albert Aguilar, Wayne Longley, Matthew Maestas, Alfonso Maestas, Willie Maestas, Luke Chavez, Martin Segura, Gloria Williams, Kristal McClain, Donna Maestas, and Julia Ingram. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NM, 898-3160.
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Masolo -- David Charles Masolo, 36, of Townsend died Saturday, February 9, 2002 after a five-month battle with cancer. David was born January 5, 1966 in Helena, MT at St. John's Hospital to Bob and Gay Ann Masolo of Townsend. He married Pamela Michele C. DeBaca on October 17, 1992 in Bernalillo, NM. They shared many loves and same interests in their short time together. They moved to Townsend in 1998 where they wanted a family to enjoy the companionship of grandparents. The birth of his son, Leandro Robert on March 16, 1999 was one of David's most treasured moments. David was a 1984 graduate of Broadwater County High School, where he was Salutatorian for his class. He attended Boy's State, served as a Senate Page, was a member of the National Honor Society, received the Presidential Award, served as a class officer and lettered in one of his favorite sports, football for four years. He enjoyed the Montana Junior Rodeo Circuit, where he often won all - around honors. He attended Montana State University his freshman year and transferred to Gonzaga University his sophomore year, graduating in May 1989, in accounting, Magna Cum Laude. He passed the CPA exam after graduating and went to work for Ernst-Young Accounting firm in Seattle for one year. He determined this was not something he wanted to spend the rest of his life doing. He went to Albuquerque, NM to visit his aunt and uncle, finding the love of his life, wife, Pamela and started his own business, Montana Construction, which he ran for seven years. When he moved to Townsend, he was employed at Townsend Seeds. David was known for his sense of humor and quick wit, often-impersonating friends or celebrities. He loved calling his friends and relatives and"feeding them a line". He always had deep compassion toward the"underdog" and was very kindhearted. He loved animals, especially his dog"Yellow Dog" and cat"Fish". His hobbies were downhill skiing, team roping, farming, drives in the country, enjoying the outdoors and being with his family. He is survived by his wife, Pamela; son, Leandro; parents; grandmother, Wilma Masolo; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Elizabeth and Martin Molina; and brother-in-law, Paul C. DeBaca of New Mexico; aunts and uncles, Larry and Louise Sullivan, Peter and Shelia Sullivan, Mary Pat Sullivan and Armen Dermen, Terry and Marvin Love, John and Carol Masolo and Phyllis and Ray Price; many cousins and friends. His beloved grandparents, Charlie Masolo and Dan and Marie Sullivan; and cousin, Mike Sullivan were at the Gates of Heaven to greet David. A Vigil will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church at 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 13, 2002. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, February 14, 2002 at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Graveside committal will follow at the Holy Cross Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Connors Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to David Masolo Memorial Fund at State Bank of Townsend or American Federal Savings in Townsend. A special thank you to the St. Peter's nurses, doctors, and staff for being so loving to David and his family. Life is short and we have never too much time for gladdening the hearts of those who are traveling the journey with us. Thank you David. May you always walk hand in hand with other angels. There is nothing in this world that will ever change our love for you.
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Mcguinness -- Mena Beatrice McGuinness Died Sunday at the age of 84. She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard McGuinness; daughter, Mable Vigil and son, Harry McGuinness. She is survived by four sons, Ricardo McGuinness, Wilber Mcguinness and wife, Geraldine, Charles and Jimmy McGuinness; three daughters, Yvonne Salazar and husband, Fidel, Debra Marquez and husband Anthony and Ramona Rodriguez, numerous grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the San Felipe Church. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. at the San Felipe Church. The Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 3rd SW will be in charge of arrangements.
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Montoya -- Joe Ware Montoya, 87, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 9, 2002. He was born on June 7, 1914 in Socorro, NM. He served in the U.S. Army overseas in World War II and worked for 42 years for the VA Medical Center in Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his wife, Veronica Betty� Montoya; and by his son, Ricardo Montoya; and his daughter, Loretta Hernandez Roybal. He is survived by two sons, Andrew J. Montoya and Rudy A. Montoya; four daughters, Rita Dvorak, Betty Jo Lopez, Mercedes Montoya, and Barbara Lovato; one sister, Raquel Saavadra; and numerous nephews, nieces, and grandchildren. He was loved very much. There will be no Rosary. Viewing will be Thursday, February 14, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 300 Mildred Ave. NW. The Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. also at St. Therese Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE. 323-9000. www.aspenfuneral.com
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Munkres -- Jean Munkres, 83, born in Socorro, NM, died Saturday, February 9, 2002. She is survived by her children, Mary Albrycht and husband, Vince, James Ingram and wife, Cheryl, Nancy Ehterington and husband, James and Betty Ader and husband, Ben; grandchildren, Stanley Albrycht, Susan Weyrich, Sherry Orr, Kerri Scott, Jason Ingram, Amy Ehterington, Jenny Dwyer, Ryan Ader and Lindsey Ader; and great-grandchildren, Vincent Weyrich, Andrew Weyrich, Julie Weyrich, Keith Orr, Kyle Orr, Mikayla Scott, Jacob Dwyer, Amanda Albrycht and Katelyn Albrycht. Mrs. Munkres was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis J. Munkres and her sister, Marian Gray. She will be truly missed by her loving family and friends. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Reverend Jon Schwarting officiating. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE #101, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Pablo -- Johnny Kennedy Pablo, 40, died Sunday, February 10, 2002. He is survived by his father, Sam Pablo; siblings, Leon Secatero, Kathy Johns, Gertrude (Trudy) Clayton, Tony Secatero, William Scott Platero, Linda Platero, Elayne Costello, Yvonne Antone, Evangeline Pablo and Jayson Platero; and 24 nieces and nephews. Johnny was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Pablo; grandfather, Desidero Platero; and grandmother, Jessie Platero. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at To'hajiilee Baptist Church in To'hajiilee, NM. Interment will follow at Platero Cemetery. Pallbearers will be William Scott Platero, Jayson Platero, Robert Johns, Jesse Platero, Preston Platero, Pete Platero, Wilson Platero, Bilson Platero and Clyde Antone. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lorenzo Costello, Christopher"Scooter" Clayton, Norman Begay and Mark Begay. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Perez -- Sammye Kaye Perez, 57, of Round Rock, TX formerly of Albuquerque, NM was born on December 8, 1944 in Sherman, TX and passed away on February 3, 2002. She was the daughter of the late Sam and Verga Mae Umphress McKown. Sammye enjoyed nature, arts and crafts, loved animals, especially dogs and cats and was a psychiatric nurse for 20 years. She will be greatly missed by her husband of 12 years, Pedro Perez of Albuquerque; daughter and son-in-law, Cheryl and Jim Pitt of Austin; son and daughter-in-law, Rodney and Sherrie Wible of Denison; grandchildren, Sam and Jordan Pitt, Nathan, Devin and Gilliam Wible. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 12, 2002 in West Hills Cemetery, Sherman, TX. For those desiring, memorials may be sent to Hospice Austin, 4107 Spicewood Springs Rd. Austin, TX 78759. Arrangements under the direction of Beck Funeral Home, Austin/ Round Rock, TX, 512-244-3772.
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Proo -- Alyce Proo (1922-2002) Alyce Herrera Proo, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and auntie, went home to be with the Lord and to her family waiting there for her in Heaven on February 8, 2002. Alyce grew up in Albuquerque's Atrisco neighborhood with her family, the Herreras, until she moved with her family to California where she has lived for more than 30 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bert Proo; a beloved grandson, Ronnie Jones; her parents, Epimenio and Placida Herrera; sisters Eufelia Armijo, Sarah Lujan and brothers Harry, Epi and Albert Herrera. She is survived by her children, Yvonne Galyon and husband, Glen; Yolanda Jones and husband, John; Michael Proo and wife, Becky; and Tommy Jones. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride-and-joy and she will be missed by all of them. She loved the Los Angeles Dodgers and will always be remembered for the way she would sit and listen to the games on the television and radio to cheer them on. In victory and defeat, she always referred to them as,"her Dodgers." Her many relatives in Albuquerque will miss her funny laughter that made everyone laugh too. She never stopped loving New Mexico and missed the red chile, the mountains and the little house across the street from Holy Family Church where she was raised. Services were held Tuesday in Torrance, CA, at St. Catherine's Catholic Church. She will be buried with her husband at Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City, Calif.
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Rizzoli -- Capt. Brian David Rizzoli, 27, born April 6, 1974 died on February 2, 2002 while on a routine military Air Force flight in South Dakota. A Sandia High School honor graduate, Brian then attended the US Air Force Academy. He excelled in all areas-academics, military, and athletics. While majoring in Operations Research, he held positions of authority in the Wing Command, was squadron leader, and was captain and MVP of the Air Force Gymnastic team. He graduated with military and academic honors. Brian continued on to pilot school and was most recently stationed at Wright-Patterson AFB in Ohio. He often stated that he couldn't imagine a career that didn't allow him to fly. Brian is survived by his wife, Jennifer; six-month-old daughter, Sara; parents, Al and Maureen Rizzoli; brothers, Darren, Mark and Brad; sister, Kayla; grandmother, Mary Elena Franklin; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Brian will be laid to rest at the Air Force Academy, CO. Memorials will be held at his squadron at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, and at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel NE, Albuquerque on February 16, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity or to Sara Rizzoli Educational Fund%Bank of America. "Oh, we have slipped the surly bonds of earth... reached out and touched the face of God."Oh Brian, our hearts are breaking.
        Published on: Tue February 12, 2002

Salas -- Final visitation for Mr. Leo A. Salas will be Tuesday morning from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 419 Agua Fria, Santa Fe, NM with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Internment will follow at the Rosario Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Tue February 12, 2002

Stewart -- K.B. (Kathryn) Stewart. The Memorial Service for K.B. will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at La Vida Llena Retirement Community, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE in Carter Hall. No flowers please.
        Published on: Tue February 12, 2002

Tafoya -- Amalia G. Tafoya, 91, went to be with Her Heavenly Father on February 10, 2002. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bernardo and Isabelita Gallegos; one brother, Adolfo Majalca and is survived by her sister, Lupe Chavez; several nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, and other family and friends who loved and will miss her dearly. A Funeral Service will be held at El Buen Samaritano Methodist Church, 700 Granite NE. on Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue February 12, 2002

Turrietta -- Juan Liberato Turrietta, 1960 - 2002.�"Big John" was born in Socorro, NM., April 4, 1960. He passed away in Albuquerque February 9, 2002. He was a well-known DJ, and will be loved and missed by everyone who knew him. John loved his music. He grew up in the Barelas Community and helped many children at the Zodiac Mobile Music in Los Lunas. John loved to coach basketball and his favorite things were music, camping, and fishing. He was preceded in death by his grandma, Florinda Zamora, and is survived by his wife, Gloria; daughter, Naomi; son, Santiago; mother, Maria Cruzita Collins; father, Oracio Turrietta; grandpa, Florencio Turrietta; two sisters, Flora Turrietta and Lisa Trujillo; brother, Oracio Turrietta Jr., and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 309 Stover SW. A Rosary was recited at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 12, 2002. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 13, 2002 with burial following. Honorable Pallbearers will be Oracio Turrietta Jr., Mike Lucero, Frankie Jaramillo, Ross Torres Jr., Mike Aragon, Eric Atencio, David Jaramillo, and Patrick Maldonado. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue February 12, 2002

Ulibarri -- Mrs. Santana Ulibarri, 79, was born in Slayton, TX and was raised in Tucumcari, NM. In 1988 she moved to Albuquerque. Mrs. Ulibarri passed away on February 9, 2002. Mrs. Ulibarri is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, Domingo Ulibarri Sr.; two daughters, Viola Otero and husband, Luther (Lou), and Yvonne Ulibarri; two sons, Domingo Ulibarri Jr., Mike Ulibarri and wife, Linda; seven grandchildren, Yolanda Pickup and husband, Rick, Yvette and Donnie Vetter, Michael, Dennis, Esther Ann Romine and husband, Joe, Lisa and Angela; 11 great-grandchildren, Linda Lee, A' Lisa Ann, Felisha, Erica, Dominique, Nicole, Nicolas, Noelle, Kristopher, Esteban and Baby Montano; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Ulibarri was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Wednesday evening at the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Mrs. Gabriella Neito. Final visitation will be Thursday morning in the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5425 Fortuna NW from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Tue February 12, 2002