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Barreras -- Eva M. Barreras, age 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959 and lifelong New Mexican died Sunday March 17, 2002 in a local hospital following an illness. Mrs. Barreras is survived by her husband, Trinidad Barreras of Albuquerque; three daughters, Dolores Drumma and her husband, William of Clovis, NM, Lupe Ivey and her husband, Alex of Bosque Farms, NM and Emilia Kiscaden and her husband, Mike of Adelino, NM; two sons, Ray Barreras and his wife, Carolyn of Adelino, and Trinidad Barreras Jr. and his wife, Patricia of Washington DC. She is also survived by two sisters, Sally Marquez of Albuquerque, and Jane Anaya of Santa Fe; 13 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Barreras was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE with a rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am, Thursday, March 21, 2002 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church 833 Arizona St. SE with Fr. Tom Mayefske, Celebrant. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Ivey, Richard Ivey, David Ivey, Brian Barreras, Billy Drumma and Ryan Drumma. Honorary Pallbearers will be Raymond Barreras Jr., Alonzo Baldonado, T. J. Lowrance, Charlie Saavedra, Thomas Kill and Kelly Williams. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE is handling the arrangements.
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Barros -- Mr. Albert "Shorty" Barros died Saturday, March 16, 2002 in Albuquerque at the age of 64. Mr. Barros is survived by his son, Dino Barros; daughters, Gina Barros, Marina Barros and husband, Richard Barros, and Denise"Neesee" Garcia, who he treated as a daughter; father, Joe M. Barros; mother, Isabel Z. Barros; four grandchildren, Cheryl, Casandra, Ginay and Mylina Barros; and many close friends and relatives. Funeral Services for Mr. Barros will be held on Thursday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lupe Juarez, Andrew Lovato, Richard Barros, Raymond Gandara, Bobby Montoya, and Billy Navarette. Honorary pallbearers will be Victor Salazar and Marcella Anzures. A Rosary for Mr. Barros will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Baxter -- Beatrice Baxter, age 90, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 years went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 17, 2002. Mrs. Baxter is survived by one daughter, Linda Malseed and husband, Robert A.; one son, James Baxter and wife, Norma-Jean all of Albuquerque, three grandchildren, Stacy Baxter, Matthew and Chris Doxtator; one niece, Carolyn Greer also survive her. She was a member of Hoffmantown Baptist Church, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, and the Albuquerque Duplicate Bridge Club. Viewing and Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 21, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. in the Fern Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary with Pastor Ken Moore officiating. Interment will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. The family prefers memorials to Noon Day Ministries 101 Broadway NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling the arrangements.
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Bright -- James Bright Sr., 68, born in Knoxville, TN, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2002. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Bright; son, James Bright Jr.; and daughter, Kathy Bright. He is survived by his two daughters, Jeri Lopez and Judy Chaplin; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren who love him and will miss him. Services will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. "TO THOSE I LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE ME" When I am gone, release me, let me go, I have so many things to see and do, you mustn�t tie yourself to me with tears, be happy that we had so many years. I gave you my love, you can only guess, how much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now it's time I traveled on alone. So grieve a while for if grieve you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that we must part, so bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away, for life goes on, so if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can�t see or touch me, I'll be near and if you listen with your heart, you'll hear all my love around you soft and clear. And then, when you must come this way alone I'll greet you with a smile, and say, �Welcome Home.� - Author Unknown. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Candelaria -- In Remembrance of Trancito J. Candelaria March 19, 1991 You will always live on in the hearts and lives of your wife, children, granddaughters, sister and brothers.
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Chavez -- Funeral Services for Nora Chavez will be held on Tuesday at St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Nora Chavez's name to the Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Inc. Foundation, Woodholme Medical Building Suite 515, 1838 Greene Tree Road, Baltimore MD 21208. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Clark -- Bruce Edward Clark, born August 21, 1950 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away March 14, 2002. He spent 5 years in the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his parents, Col. (Ret.) James H. and Dola Clark of Colorado Springs, CO; brother, Douglas and wife, Carol of Fayetteville, AR and Robert Kent of San Antonio, TX; and sister, Leslie and husband, Paul Graves of Gallup, NM; and seven nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins of the Edward S. Rodgers family, and many relatives of the Clark family, and by close friends, Alma Kriminiski, Jeff Meyers and Michael Bosons. A memorial service for Bruce will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2002, 10:00 a.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to El Rancho de los Ninos Orphanage, P.O. Box 2400, Los Lunas, NM 87301. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Doyle -- Edna Doyle, 80 passed away at the home of her daughter Alex Beach on Monday, March 18, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bernard P. Doyle. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Grace Clarke; and three brothers, Alex, Wilbur, and Fredrick Clarke. Other survivors include her daughters, Alex Beach and husband, Arthur, Anne Ferguson, Stacey Poindexter and husband, Robert; son, Luke Doyle and wife, Cynthia; grandchildren, Eric Beach, Jesse, Kelly, and Ben Ferguson, Katie and Audrey Poindexter, Clarke, Whitney, and Lindsay Doyle. Edna graduated from Texas State College for Women in 1942 where she was senior class president, three times Rosebud Princess and eventually Rosebud Queen at Texas A&M University. She loved to read, play bridge, knit, and toll paint. Her sense of humor and kind heart remained with her until the end. Cremation has taken place. Father Michael Demkovich will celebrate a Memorial Mass on Monday, March 25, 2002,10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas NE on the UNM campus. Special thanks to her hospice care givers Mary and Henri. Donations in her name may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4745 Indian School NE, Suite 100, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
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Esquibel -- Gregorio Esquibel, 47, community activist, talk show host, and music producer went home to our Lord on March 15, 2002. He called himself the "Little Fat Guy" on his well-known and sometimes controversial morning "Town Hall Meeting" radio program. Gregorio was born in Ranchos de Taos, graduated from West Mesa in 1973, and served in the United States Marine Corps where he earned a meritorious promotion and an honorable discharge. His hobbies included fishing, hunting and billiards, but his passion was the promotion and preservation of "New Mexico" music. He is survived by his mother, Eloisa Esquibel; four sisters; and three brothers; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Leandro Esquibel; and his grandparents. A Rosary will be held on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in the gymnasium at St. Therese Little Flower Church. The Burial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, Located on 4th Street, between Menaul and Candelaria. Gregorio will be laid to rest at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Metropolitan Direct Burial, 729 San Mateo, NE, is handling the arrangements.
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Esterer -- Mabel Louise Arey Esterer a resident at Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village died March 14, 2002 at age 101 after a brief illness. Louise was born in Hopedale, MA, October 24, 1900 the daughter of Freeman Arey and Gertrude Young Arey. She was one of six children. She received a B.A. degree in Speech Arts and Science from Emerson College in Boston, studied psychology and education at Boston University; received an MA degree from Pennsylvania State College in Speech and Hearing, Remedial Reading, and Psychology. She was junior author with leading specialist Dr. E.A. Betts for a spelling and language workbook series used in schools. Before moving west, she was supervisor of Special Education in the Michigan Department of Public Instruction. Louise married Dr. Arnulf K. Esterer in 1946 and lived in Longview, WA for 50 years. Arnie was a research chemist for Weyerhaaeuser Co. for 26 years and Louis became an accomplished craftswoman as a member of a northwest weavers guild. With her husband she coauthored two books of interest to both adult and teenage readers, "Sun Yat Sen, The Father of the Chinese Republic" and "Leo Szilard. Prophet of the Atomic Age." The Esterers traveled and did research together for four other published books. They moved to Albuquerque to be near Arnie's daughter, Alice Sickels. Dr. Esterer died in December 1998. Louise was a resident in the Manzano's Health Care Center from October 1999 until her death. She is survived by a nephew, Donald Arey of New York City; two nieces, Susan O'Brien of Sterling, VA, and Linda Kinsman of Canton, MA and their families. She is mourned by Arnulf's children, Arnulf Walter Esterer of Conneaut, OH, Alice Esterer Sickels of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Sarah Permaine McClennen and their families. Cremation has taken place. At Mrs. Esterer's request, there will be no service.
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Gallegos -- Jerry Gallegos, 37, was born September 1, 1964 and passed away March 17, 2002. He is survived by his mother, Irene; brother, Anthony; sister, Tania of Albuquerque; father, Tony; two sons, Ryan and Kyle of Colorado; grandparents, Joe Gomez and Rene Gallegos. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends. Funeral Services will be held at The Restoration Ministries, 824 San Mateo SE., on Thursday, March 21, 2002 at 10:00 a.m., with Dr. Dinah Baca officiating. Cremation will take place. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made by check or money order to: Angel Tree Project c/o Irene Gallegos, 712 Cardenas Dr. SE. Albuq., NM. 87108. memo: Jerry Gallegos- NM. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
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Griego -- Alfred (Alifante) Griego, 65, a resident of Albuquerque, born November 25, 1936 went to his heavenly Father on March 17, 2002. Alfred is the son of Mauricio and Eloisa Griego. He passed away surrounded by his loving family. Alfred was preceded in death by his father, Mauricio; and a brother, Reynaldo. Alfred is survived by his loving wife, Louisa of 43 years. He is also survived by his daughters, Debbie Darlene Padilla and husband, Ruben and Sandra Griego; one son, J.P. Griego. His cherished grandchildren, Ruben Anthony, Felicia and Amanda Padilla; his mother, Eloisa; brothers, Abie Griego, Bobby Griego, Bill Griego and wife, Frances, Ernie Griego and wife, Priscilla; one sister, Maria Romero and husband, Joe; a special sister-in-law, Patsy Spoltore; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Griego was a member of the Catholic Church. A Visitation will be Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Frances and Bill Griego. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School NE, by Father Domingo Gumpal. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Randy Griego, Steven Griego, Allen Griego, Gilbert Griego, Gino Arana, Teddy Arana, Vincent Esquibel and Gary Sandoval; honorary pallbearers will be, Jerry Griego and Joe Gallegos. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Heavner -- June M. Heavner a resident of Albuquerque since 1962 passed away on Friday, March 15, 2002. June was born in Lennon, MI on June 21, 1926. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald W. Heavner Sr. in 1986. June was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother as well as friend to everyone. She leaves behind a daughter, Dona Wolff and husband, John of Edgewood; also a son, Don W. Heavner Jr. and wife, Teresa of Edgewood. She had four special grandchildren which she leaves behind, Casey Wortman and husband, Mike of Albuquerque, Jesse W. Heavner and wife, Julia of Tucson, AZ, Ginny Parrotta and husband, Eric of Barkriver, MI and Dawn Hamilton and husband, Chad of Albuquerque. June also had seven great-grandchildren that loved her dearly, Devinity Wortman, Josie Heavner, Chantel Wolff, Joseph and Alexandria Parrotta and Katie and Aaron Hamilton; along with many relatives and friends. She will be greatly missed and remembered for her love of reading, spending time with family and her passion for helping everyone around her.
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Hernandez -- Lillian Marie Hernandez July 15, 1944 - March 19, 1988You remain in our hearts We love you Your Family
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Horne -- Katherine Rogers Horne, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Friday, March 15, 2002. She is survived by her daughter, Helen Horne Cantwell and husband, Steve of Deltona, Florida; sons, Hugh W. Horne and wife, Carolyn of San Marino, California, Robert M. Horne of Albuquerque and Thomas J. Horne of Albuquerque; five grandsons, Hugh R. Horne, Kenneth V. Horne, Scott B. Horne, Matthew S. Cantwell and Thomas A. Cantwell; niece, Helen Rogers Chaplin and husband, William of Irving, Texas and their children Helen Chaplin Carr and William W. Chaplin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh R. Horne in 1994. Katherine was the daughter of Albert T. Rogers, Jr. and Helen Waldo Rogers of Las Vegas, New Mexico. She attended public school in Las Vegas, graduated from the University of Colorado in Boulder in 1939 where she was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority. She was former President of Delta Gamma Alumni Association of Albuquerque, member and sustaining member of the Junior League of Albuquerque and member of the Episcopal Church. Services will be held Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE with Rev. Patricia L. Holman officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gregory R. Franchini, M.D., Hugh R. Horne, Kenneth V. Horne, Scott B. Horne, Basil N. Nellos, and Hon. Robert H. Scott. Katherine's family expresses their most heartfelt appreciation for their loving care to Rossy Ruiz, Josie and Raymond Montoya, Debbie Thornton, Theresa Alderette, Helen Gallegos, Margie Lucero, Odelia Marujo, Lydia Maldonado, Genevieve McKissik, Marlena Sandoval, Kathy Yazzie, Rusti Torres, Mary Beth Plummer, Lynn Stone, Terri Watrin, Deanne Wood, Frances and Herman Rauch, Ann L. DeHart, M.D., Sheila Nipper and Dale A. Waters, M.D. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Kraus -- Cornett Bernard "C.B." "Big Bill" Kraus, age 87, joined his beloved wife of 65 years, Lillian Carolyn Kraus, in God's house Thursday, March 14, 2002 after a long illness. Bill was born on Friday, May 22, 1914. Uncle Bill, as he was known, resided in New Mexico most of his life after moving from his birthplace in Pecos, TX. His father's job with the railroad brought the family to Vaughn from Texas. In his teen years, Bill moved to Albuquerque were he met and married the love of his life, Lillian Carolyn McKinney. During the war they moved to Louisiana where he was in the coast guard and worked for oil refineries. In his early years he served in the Army National Guard Calvary. Bill and Lillian then moved back to Albuquerque where he became an iron worker. He was a member of Iron Workers, Local #495. Bill was an endowment member of the NRA. He is survived by his sisters Allma Souris and Gladys Wilson of Flagstaff, AZ; brother and sister-in-law Bill and Mary McKinney of Albuquerque. Bill had many nieces, nephews and good friends who will miss his kindness, his wit and most of all his wisdom. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, March 19, 2002, at 2:30 p.m., at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 5301 Ponderosa Ave. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday, March 18, 2002, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Uncle Bill's name to"Share Your Care" Adult Day Care Center, 5301 Ponderosa NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Lester -- Barbara Ann Lester, age 64, of Haverhill, MA died Friday in Haverhill, MA. she resided in Haverhill, MA for six years formerly living in Albuquerque. She was formerly employed as a psychotherapist for the University of New Mexico Mental Health Center. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Barbara Lester was a truly wonderful human being who bore her adversities nobly with grace, courage and compassion for others. She is survived by two sons, Leonidas Mavrogenis of Salem, NH and Christopher Bassett of Derry, NH; three daughters, Nikki Mavrogenis of Albuquerque, Crystal Puccio of Albuquerque and Justine Puccio of Albuquerque; and six grandchildren. There are no calling hours. A Private Graveside Service will be held at Oak Grove Cemetery in Springfield, MA. Arrangements are by the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home in Salem, NH.
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Lovato -- Thomas M. Lovato, 88, passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, March 16, 2002. He is preceded in death and is now welcomed home by his wife, Stella Lovato; son, Fred Lovato; and daughter, Florence Luna. He is survived by his grandson, Landan Lovato; granddaughter, Leslie Luna Shaw and husband, Kelly; great-granddaughters, Caitlin Florence Shaw and Elycia Ravae Lovato; sisters, Tina Cohn, Rose Anderson and husband, Andy; brothers, Julio Lovato and wife, Doris, Tony Lovato and wife, Evelyn, David Lovato and his brother, Bennie Lovato who preceded in him death. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and numerous friends. Tom, started in the trucking business, but soon discovered his destiny was in the bar business. He and his wife were more successful than they imagined and the bar business became Tom's passion for more than 40 years. After a brief retirement to care and devote himself to his terminally ill wife, he re-opened one of his earliest ventures, the Turf Lounge, and continued to operate it into his eighties. He was a persistent and tireless man who believed in staying busy and always taking care of his family. "Dada" you will be greatly missed. Rosary will be recited, Wednesday, March 20, 2002, 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated, Thursday, March 21, 2002, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tom Anderson, Gary Anderson, Kenny Anderson, Michael Lovato, Benjie Lovato and J.P. Lovato. Honorary Pallbearers are John Baca, Nick Lovato and Kent Lovato. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Mailander -- The family of Esther J. Mailander give their heartfelt thanks to the kind people who held her hand, and answered her questions over and over again. Esther's current caregiving team have been magnificent. Special thanks to Emily, Kevin, Veronica, Yusleidy, Venessa, Flor, Lenore, Erick, Bryant, Tannah, Jackie, Ramona, Galina, Marta and Beth for your loving care of Esther. We have appreciated the prayer services led by Lay Pastor, Steve Rohrer from Eastern Hills Baptist. Presbyterian Hospice staff (Lin, Joni, Jean, Indira and Linda) were invaluable team members as Esther made her transition from this life. The Mitchell Elementary School Staff and Community have been wonderful support to Esther's daughter and family. Special thanks to the French Mortuary staff for their kindnesses at this time of need.
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Montbrand -- Diana N. Montbrand, age 75, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque died March 14, 2002. She is survived by daughter, Sandy and husband, Gordon "Skip" Brady of New Mexico; sons, Ronald and Marie Montbrand of New Mexico, Anthony and fiancé, Debbie Magnus of California, Richard Montbrand of New Mexico; sister, Virginia of New Mexico; grandchildren, Heather and Anthony Montbrand of California. Diana is preceded in death by her husband, Roland J. Montbrand. Diana worked for Creamland Dairies, the Junior League of Albuquerque, Roland J. Montbrand and son's Trucking, Joseph Holland Private Investigators and Western Schools for private secretaries. She was a member of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church. Visitation will be Monday, March 18, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at Immaculate Conception Church 619 Copper Ave. NW. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling her arrangements.
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Perry -- Russell V. Perry, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1980, died Sunday, March 17, 2002. He is survived by his wife of almost 59 years, Priscilla Perry; daughter, Pat Long; both of Albuquerque; three grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and brother, Paul Perry of Bellingham, MA. Russell was preceded in death by two brothers, Arthur Perry and Robert Perry. He retired from Boston Edison Electric Co. after 38 years. Russell was a retired Army Veteran of WWII working as an X-ray technician and was a member of VFW Post #10763 in Walpole, MA. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with The Marianites officiating. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE, with Father Ronald Bruckner, Celebrant. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to Rosary. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice Pavillion, 4775 Indian School NE, #310, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Romero -- Senaida "Cindy" Romero went home to be with the Lord on March 15, 2002. She was born in Albuquerque on April 2, 1963. A final viewing will be on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 12:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
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Rosas -- Virginia Rosas, 78, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2002 in Albuquerque. She was born May 13, 1923 to Candelario and Guadalupe Garcia Valenzuela in Luis Lopez, NM. She is preceded in death by her husband, Cruz C. Rosas in 1988. She is survived by her sons, Reyes Rosas and wife, Rose Mary and Gilbert Rosas of Socorro, NM; daughters, Candy Gallegos and husband, George of Miami, AZ, Sadie Romero and Annette Gonzales, both of Albuquerque, Bernice Rosas of Socorro, Lydia Soder and husband, George of San Antonio, NM and Jackie Rosas of Luis Lopez; a brother, Anselmo Valenzuela of Inglewood, CA; 20 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, March 21, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at San Miguel with Father Flavio Santillanes as Celebrant. Interment will be in the Luis Lopez Cemetery. Pallbearers are George Gallegos, Steven Rosas, James Rosas, Chris Gonzales, Lucas Gonzales and Gilbert Hidalgo Jr. Arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
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Sena -- Brigadier General Gilbert E. Sena of Santa Fe died peacefully on Friday, March 15, 2002 after suffering a long illness. Gillie was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on October 3, 1921. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Ray Sena, Sr. and Barbara Chavez Sena; his brothers, Robert, David and Ray, Jr., Sena; and his father and mother-in-law, Cesario and Deloisa Ortiz. General Sena is survived by the love of his life, Reyesitas Ortiz Sena, his soulmate since July 10, 1943 when they married in Shreveport, Louisiana. His children adored him, Juanita Sena-Shannon and husband, Marty, Elizabeth Griego and special friend, Jose Camacho, Gilbert Sena and special friend, Ellen Trabka, and Patricia Sena. His cherished grandchildren who will deeply miss"Bampo" are Susan and Santiago Lopez, David and Christina Shannon, Joshua and Candace Gonzales, Michelle Griego, Bonnie Jane Sena and Michael Sena. Gillie also leaves great-grandchildren to carry on his love of life, Santiago Martin Lopez, Brianna Shannon Lopez, Nicolas Tomas Lopez, Caitlin Ashley Shannon, Jacob Martin David Shannon and Shaylee Gonzales, who will soon have a baby brother. His caregivers during his illness also became family members-J.R. Constable, Jessica Taylor and Frankie Curtis. Gillie is survived by brothers and sisters-in-law, Eleanor Sena, Alice Sena, Lucy Sena, Valentina Ortiz, Flora Ortiz, Donelia Roybal, Helen Ortiz, Frank Ortiz, Reynaldo and Stella Ortiz, Gene and Rosina Clayton, Jerry G. Aranda; and many, many nieces and nephews whom he was close to and made him very proud. General Sena's early childhood was spent in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He grew up in the depression era and had vivid memories of bread lines and the many impoverished people who lived close to his family. He remembered fondly the year of 1931, when his mother accepted a teaching position in El Rito, New Mexico where he spent his teen years and made friendships that would last the rest of his life. General Sena began his career in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. He enlisted immediately after the bombing of Pearl Harbor as a flying cadet (bombardier). He attended service schools at Fort Bliss, Texas, Ellington Air Forces Base in Houston, Texas, advanced bombing school at San Angelo Air Base, Texas, and navigation training at Carlsbad Air Base, New Mexico. Upon being commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Air Force in February 1942, Gillie was assigned to Barksdale Field in Louisiana as a bomb instructor of the B-26 Martin Marauder. He then joined the B-24 bomber group and met his pilot and lifelong friend, Captain Donald H. Purdy. This friendship with Purdy and the thoughts of his crew always brought tears to his eyes and memories both fond and painful of those who survived and those who died during the war and since. On March 19, 1943, Gilllie was promoted to the rank of First Lieutenant and, after several bombing missions in the Pacific, he became Squadron Bombardier Commander. In 1944, the young Lieutenant led the first daylight raid of 200 airplanes to bomb the Phillipines prior to the Leyte landing. As World War II came to a close, General Sena's future would begin to present itself as a career soldier with United States Military. He returned to New Mexico as a member of the Army Reserve and would again be called to active duty during the Korean conflict of the 1950's. On August 14, 1952, Gillie was reassigned to the New Mexico National Guard and spent the next 19 years associated with the Army reserves. From 1961 through 1976, during the Vietnam conflict, he was assigned active duty with the Selective Service System at the New Mexico State Headquarters in Santa Fe. Under the command of Lt. General Lewis B. Hershey, he became the Chief of the Field Division, supervising 30 local Selective Service boards throughout New Mexico. Gillie made many close personal friends of members of those boards. During his Selective Service career, he was promoted to Chief of Manpower, Deputy State Director and, in 1968, State Director. On March 11, 1976, Gillie received his final military assignment to White Sands Missile Range and became Chief of Human Resources, responsible for all training of personnel working for the United States Army stationed there. He retired form service a full Colonel on December 1, 1976 and, on September 7, 1984, was promoted to the rank of Brigadier General and reinstated to inactive duty. Among the citations awarded to General Sena during campaigns at Bismark Archipelago, New Guinea, East Indies, and the Philippines, were the National Defense Service Medal, Air Medal, Army Pacific Campaign Medal, Phillipines Presidential Unit Citation, ACM, World War II Victory Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal with Device, and the Meritorious Service Medal. Until his death, he continued membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Disabled American Veterans, the American Legion, and the Reserve Offices Association. General Sena believed strongly in participating in the Santa Fe Community and served as a Santa Fe City Counselor and one of the first directors of the Santa Fe Boys Club. He loved to work in his garage on his vintage cars and spent many precious hours enjoying gardening and yard work. Golf was a passion for Gillie and many of his buddies. A Rosary will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, the parish he and his family love. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, 984-8600.
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Smith -- Ernest Edward Smith, 82, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2002. Ernest was born in Duluth, MN, on January 3, 1920. He attended the University of Minnesota and had 31-1/2 years of service with the Federal Government, including the Government Accounting Office and the Atomic Energy Commission. Ernest was a World War II veteran, having served with the US Army infantry troops in Europe. He married Sigre Violet Lemponen on April 12, 1941. They lived in Washington, DC, Minneapolis, MN, Los Alamos, NM, Pittsburgh, PA, Pueblo West, CO, Colorado Springs, CO, and Albuquerque, NM. His interests included photography, reading, traveling, and auto mechanics. Survivors include his wife, Violet; son, Dennis E. Smith of Albuquerque; daughters, Barbara L. Aamodt of Santa Fe and Geraldine L. Barker of Union City, PA; grandchildren, Jenny R. Martinez of Albuquerque, Gretchen N. Smith of Portland, OR, James E. Aamodt of Las Vegas, NV, Kristi Aamodt Beguin of Los Alamos, Heather L. Radel of Erie, PA, and Gidget M. Ulbrich, of Arnold, PA; six great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and friends. Cremation arrangements by Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary.
        Published on: Tue March 19, 2002

Spiers -- Rosa "Cookie" Blanco Spiers, 98, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2002. She was born January 22, 1904, in La Ceiba, Honduras, Central America. Rosa was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Claude Spiers. She is survived by her daughter, Rosalina Hodapp and husband, Al, of Albuquerque; her son Luis Spiers and wife, Cherry, of New Orleans, Louisiana; her 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; granddaughter, April Mount and husband, Tracy; great-granchildren, Austen and Evan, of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Mary Abt and husband, Barry, of Albuquerque; grandson, Bert Hodapp and wife, Sandy; great-grandchildren, Allyson and Wesley, of Chicago, Illinois; grandson, Thomas Spiers and wife, Lacey, of New Orleans, Louisiana; grandson, Mark Spiers and wife, Carly, of New Orleans, Louisiana; granddaughter, Tracy Spiers of New Orleans, Louisiana; and sister, Ida B. Sierra of Honduras, Central America. Rosa attended Ursuline Academy in New Orleans, Louisiana. She married in Honduras and moved to the United States. Her desire to become a U.S. citizen was realized in 1949. She was a long time resident of New Orleans, Louisiana where upon the death of her husband in 1954 she opened her home, heart, and council to many from Central America seeking medical help in the U.S. Upon her retirement in 1983 she moved to La Vida Llena Retirement Center in Albuquerque. Rosa will be missed by all who knew and loved her for her strength, smile, and sense of humor. She was a lady of deep faith that enjoyed traveling, needlework, dancing, and spending time with her family and friends. Her family would like to express their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to everyone at La Vida Llena, Sandia Hospice, and to numerous friends for their love, prayers, support, and compassionate care. Cremation has taken place and a funeral mass will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2002, at La Vida Llena Retirement Center, with Fr. Robert Keller as Celebrant. Interment will take place at Garden of Memories in Metairie, Louisiana.
        Published on: Tue March 19, 2002

Torres -- The family of Rita S. Torres wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind, supportive and helpful during their recent loss. Your kindness will always be remembered and appreciated. Services were in the care of Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW. 243-5222.
        Published on: Tue March 19, 2002

Upshaw -- Collin Upshaw, age 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 48 years died March 17, 2002. Collin is survived by daughters, Joyce Wyatt and husband Ron of CA, Janet Upshaw of Albuquerque, Jodi Baca and husband Joe of Albuquerque; son, Jeff Upshaw of Kansas; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. The family wishes a special thank you to the Presbyterian Hospice including Susan, Don, Jenny and Suzan. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE. Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Aaron Upshaw, Justin Baca, Ty Bernard, Adam Upshaw, Ron Wyatt and Denny Rhiness. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lloyd Burright and John Everett. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Presbyterian Hospice 8100 Constitution Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87108. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE is handling the arrangements.
        Published on: Tue March 19, 2002

White -- Peggy White, 79, a resident of Rio Rancho and formerly of Los Alamos, died on March 16, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Jack White; children, John G. White, Gregory S. White, and Susan F. Sowder and husband, Kerry; grandchildren, David G. Sowder, Steven S. White and Stacy L. Sowder. While living in Los Alamos, Peggy was a member of the V.F.W. Post 8874 Lady Aux, M.O.C.A. Pup Tent #9 and the American Legion Post 90. She also attended the First Baptist Church of Los Alamos. Memorial service will take place on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks North of Paseo Del Norte) with Pastor Charles Sullivan officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Rd. NW, Ste. 102, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110. French Mortuary Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Tue March 19, 2002