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Baca -- In Remembrance of our Precious Little Angel Mario Victor Baca September 22, 1999 - April 9, 2001 Who we love so dearly & was taken so quickly. He will be in our hearts forever!
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Boles -- Delbert P. Boles, 82, a resident of Albuquerque for over 43 years, died Friday, April 5, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Helene Boles of Albuquerque; son, Richard Boles and wife, Sharon of El Paso, TX; daughters, Janice English of Las Cruces, NM, Dianna Schlies and husband, Wolfgang of Questa, NM and Heidi Martins and husband, William of Clovis, CA; 17 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Mr. Boles grew up in Deming, NM and served his country during WWII in both the U.S. Army and Navy. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Services will be held Thursday, April 11, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., at the Indian School Chapel, Chelwood Ward, 12701 Indian School Rd. NE, with Bishop Steve Plimpton, presiding. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Adams, Jeffrey Adams, Pete English, Willim Martins, John Brewer, Randy Macon and GreggCluff. Elder Josh Roper and Richard Boles will serve as honorary pallbearers. Friends may visit the Indian School Chapel, Chelwood Ward, Relief Society Room, Thursday, April 11, 2002, from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. The family would like to thank the Veteran's Hospital for all of their wonderful care throughout the years. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Chavez -- In Loving Memory of Carmelita Chavez We still think about you and miss you very much. Love and happy birthday, Your Family
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Cordova -- In Memory of Benjamin Cordova (Benji) April 10, 1952 - April 9, 1999 (3rd Anniversary)It seems like only yesterday since you passed away. We think about you often and miss you every day. You touched so many lives with your kindness and generosity. Though life is not the same and sometimes a struggle, you left us with so many special memories that we will always cherish. We miss you and love you and you will be forever remembered by everyone as a special husband, father, son, brother and friend.Happy Birthday Love you always, Margaret, Dennis, Sara & Baby Noah Family & friends
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Cox -- Jane Elizabeth Cox passed away Friday, April 5, 2002 in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her daughter, Caroyl D. Scott and her husband, Wayne Leach; her mother, Dorothy Weaver; and one brother, Jack Weaver. Services will be held Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at University Alumni Chapel on the University of New Mexico Campus, Albuquerque. Arrangements have been provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE Albuquerque 256-9400. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
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Driggers -- Howard Houston Driggers, 69, born September 8, 1932 in Santa Rosa, NM died April 3, 2002 at his home in Halfway, OR. A Celebration of Howards Life and Potluck will be held on Sunday, April 14, 2:00 p.m. at the Lions Hall in Halfway, Oregon. A Memorial Service will also be held in New Mexico later this summer. The son of WI (Buster) and Mary Major Driggers, a prominent NM cattle ranching family, he was raised on the Bar Y Ranch in Santa Rosa with his sister, Jane Ellen; and brothers, Don and Robert. He attended high school in Santa Rosa and college at New Mexico State University at Las Cruces NM. After college he went back to the Bar Y and Cabra Springs Ranch. He married Joann Shoemaker in 1954. They moved to Joann's home town of Watrous, NM, in 1957 and ranched there the next 15 years. Four children were born in nearby Las Vegas, NM. Howard was active in the local community as 4-H leader, Farm Bureau President and member of the local school board. He was also president of the Rough Riders Rodeo Association in Las Vegas. He was New Mexico State High School All Around Cowboy in 1950 and later a member of the college rodeo team at NM State. His love of rodeo led him to many years coaching kids in rodeo events both in New Mexico and Oregon. He and his family moved to Haines in 1972 where Howard continued his tradition of helping kids, coaching the Baker High School Rodeo Team for many years. He coached many High School and College rodeo athletes for many years after his children graduated. He and his family raised horses and cattle on their ranches in NM and Oregon. He was a Lifetime Member of the American Quarter Horse Association. Howard was dedicated to the community he lived in and enhanced it in many ways. He extended a helping hand to anyone in need and helped many people in special ways. He was an especially soft touch for children and animals. He and Joann moved to Halfway in 1998 where Howard was active in the community and made many new friends. While there he enjoyed his new hobbies of cooking and gardening. He loved indulging his friends with excellent home grown meals and even winning ribbons at the county fair with some of his recipes. Howard will be greatly missed by his many friends and family members. He is survived by Joan Driggers, his Aunt Louise Major, two brothers, Don and Robert, three sons, Warren, Arlen and daughter-in-law Dana and Kyle, one daughter Dixie and son-in-law Bill Quigley and by three grandchildren Keri, Elizabeth and Nicole. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eastern Oregon University Rodeo Team or the New Mexico Boys Ranch through Tami's Pine Valley Funeral Home P.O. Box 543 Halfway, Oregon 97834
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Faulkner -- Oneda Faulkner, 79, a resident of Bernalillo county since 1963, died on Friday, April 5, 2002 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Victor; two brothers; and a sister. Oneda was loved and will be dearly missed by sons, Jerry and wife, Joyce of Bosque Farms, Lewis (Skeeter) and wife, Barbara of Espanola and Larry of Belen; daughters, Vicky and husband, Larry Rice of Camp Verde, AZ, Judy and husband, Bob Gunn of Avondale, AZ and Thelma Faulkner of Chandler, AZ; 23 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Wanda Martin of Lakewood, WA and Reba Cooper of Elmer, LA. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:30, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Lewis (Skeeter) Faulkner and Rev. Adrian Harper officiating. Interment will be at 1:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Shane Faulkner, Bryan Meredith, Daniel Faulkner, Genaro Madrid, Mark Nelson, Gary Guinn Jackson, grandsons and great-grandson. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Francis -- JB (Jake) Francis, 84, a 63 year resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, April 6, 2002. He was born in Grapevine, TX in 1917. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Delcy H. Francis; son, Robert Francis and wife, Pamela of Lawrenceville, GA, daughter, Karen Smith of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Kelly Smith, Ryan Francis, Tracie Pearson, and husband, Richard; great-grandchildren, Ashley and Jacob Pearson; sister-in-law, Opal Francis of Redding, CA; brother-in-law, Don Dunham and Johnston family of Bayfield, CO; sister-in-law, Sue Beystrum of Mesa, AZ; and loved nieces and nephews. Jake was a survivor of the Bataan Death March in WWII. Memorial services will be held Thursday, April 11, 2002, 2:00 p.m., at La Mesa Presbyterian Church, 7401 Copper Ave. NE, with Pastor Trey Hammond officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc.-NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790.
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Gurule -- Joaquin Gurule. He was there when I needed to smile. He sure was very much worthwhile.He called me his baby. Every time I asked him for something He never said maybe.His favorite place in the world was Eagle's Nest. In the summer, we would all go.there are memories there That only him and I share.He went through some good and bad times But in the end he would always pull through.I guess you can say that he was a lucky man And he was never afraid to take a stand.He was in and out of the hospital. We though his life would never end.Why he had to go I will never understand.The day he shut his eyes My light turned to dark.I asked God how He could take him away from me. I asked myself how could this be.My heart was full of glory and of love But now my heart is full of sadness and empty madness.Nothing is the same without him. The trees aren't as green The flowers are not as colorful The birds are not as cheerful The sun has lost its cheerful glow The moon is not as bright And the stars don't twinkle at night.As I write this poem, I feel his warm touch by my side.A part of me died with him, Neither a good nor bad part.I know my Daddy Vejo and I will never part 'cuz I carry him in my heart.Vanessa Benavidez
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Harger -- Mary Louise Harger, 98, a resident of New Mexico for 41 years, died Thursday, April 4, 2002. She is survived by her sons, Howard D. Harger and wife, Hilda of Biloxi, MS, Bob J. Harger and wife, Sally, Wendell M. Harger and wife, Carol A., all of Albuquerque, Roland N. Harger and wife, Connie and Larry T. Harger, all of Los Lunas; daughters, Edith M. Wright of Wichita, KS, Evelyn Ford and husband, William C. of Lumberton, MS, Julia E. Mitchell and husband, John of Albuquerque, Claudette Jackson of Phoenix, AZ and Brenda S. Shott of Los Lunas; daughter-in-law, Ricki M. Harger; 29 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Agnes Bazer and husband, Raymond of Mississippi. Mrs. Harger was preceded in death by her husband, Howard R. Harger; sons, Ronald C. Harger, Max H. Harger; grandson, Duane Jackson; and sons-in-law, Harold Jackson and Frank Wright. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Mike Dickinson officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Mark Harger, Randy Harger, Rusty Harger, Brett Harger, Robert Shott, Bradley Taylor, Aron Taylor and Duane Harger. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Mrs. Harger's children would like to express thanks to the staff at Ladera Nursing Center and Quality Continuum Hospice for the love and care of their mother. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue April 09, 2002

Herrera -- Mr. Mariano Herrera Jr., 84, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 5, 2002. Mr. Herrera is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Reyna Herrera; four daughters, Clara Galloway and husband, Cedric, Irene Blea and husband, John, Senaida Charley and husband, Tom, Donna Marsico and husband, Steve; three sons, Puliidor (Puli) Herrera, Chris (Cristobal) Herrera and wife, Arlene, Fred Herrera and wife, Yolanda; his sister, Caroline Herrera; two brothers, Eloy Herrera and wife, Lina, Ramon Herrera and wife Grace; twenty five grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Herrera was preceded in death by his parents, Mariano and Quirina Herrerra, his brothers, Jose, Nestor and Avelino Herrera; his sister, Lucinda Baca. Mr. Herrera was a member of the Catholic Church, International Association of Machinists at G.E./A.C.F. A Rosary was recited Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church by Mr. Ruben Gomez. Final visitation will be Tuesday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW by Father Manuel Viera. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Sid Galloway, Vincent Blea, Brian Romero, Eric Herrera, Ross Ballantyne and Stephen Marsico. Honorary Pallbearers will be Gerald Romero, John Ross Ballantyne, Melissa Marufu and Steve Herrera. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW in charge of arrangements.
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Lair -- Ruby Omega Lair, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Saturday, April 6, 2002. She is survived by her sons, Rocky Floyd Lair and wife, Debbie of Albuquerque, and Kelly Rease Lair and wife, Pegi of Arlington, TX; grandchildren, Erin Michelle Lair of Albuquerque, Kelly Irene Omega Lair of Arlington, and Holly Jean Krehbiel of Albuquerque; sister, Opal Bentley of Albuquerque; and brother, Donald Morris and wife, Peggy of Camp Verde, AZ. Mrs. Lair was a great friend to many people in Albuquerque and an absolute"Rose aholic." Services will be held Tuesday, April 9, 2002, at 9:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico School for the Deaf, 1060 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, Attn: Keri Lynn McBride. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Nieto -- Aurora Nieto, 75, a life long resident of New Mexico, and member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, passed away April 7, 2002. She was born March 23, 1927. She is survived by sons, Joe Nieto and wife Atanacia, Dominic Nieto and wife Liz, Ernest Nieto, Frankie Nieto, Ted Nieto and wife, Edie, Andrew Nieto and wife, Patricia and Leroy Nieto; daughters, Jenny Nieto, Grace Nieto, Angie and husband, Guadalupe Isaias, Anna and husband, Martin Baca; ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; and seven step-grandchildren; sisters, Lucinda Garcia, Jesusita Garcia, Reyes Griego, Dora and husband, Frank Moya. The viewing and the Rosary will be held at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church located at 7808 Edith NE., with a viewing beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2002 and the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 4th St. at Alameda, on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Leroy Nieto, Ernest Nieto, Andrew Nieto, Michael Nieto, Joe Jr. Nieto and Jimmy Martinez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Nicholas Pino and Domingo Nieto. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Otero -- David S. Otero, 35, a resident of Los Chavez, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2002. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. David actively coached a Little League team in the Albuquerque area and was an avid 49ers fan. He was a jack of all trades accomplishing almost any goal that was set before him. Also, he was a single parent and his two loving children where his pride and joy. He is preceded in death by his son, Martine in 1986. David is survived by his children, Crystal Roxanne and David Joseph Otero; his parents, Eufrasio and Sally Otero of Los Chavez; two brothers, Bernie of Los Lunas; and Greg of Los Chavez; his sister, Rose Otero of Los Lunas; and his maternal grandmother, Reina Madril of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held on Sunday, April 7, 2002 at Romero Funeral Home, 5:30 p.m. with a Rosary beginning at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Monday, April 8, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Our Lady of Belen Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bernie, Greg, B.J., and Chris Otero, Lee Haas, and Julio Madril. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM.
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Padilla -- Archie Padilla, 81, passed away April 6, 2002. He was born in Dawson, NM., lived in the Bay Area of California for 45 years, and retired to Las Vegas, NM. and Albuquerque. Archie worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator and as a part-time musician. He was preceded in death by his son, Archie Padilla Jr.; and brother, Dave Padilla; and is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dora Padilla; children, Linda Rocco and husband, Robert Agnew, and Ronnie Ray Padilla; grandchildren, Joshua Padilla, George Rocco, Ronald Ray Rocco, and Angelica Chela Padilla; great-grandchildren, George Michael Rocco and Hailey Rocco; brothers, Max Padilla; sisters, Grace Roybal, Josie Candelario and many other friends and relatives who loved and will miss him. Memorial Services will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 5092 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, on April 10, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Platero -- Russell Adam Patrick Platero, age 21, beloved and devoted son, brother, grandson, and friend was called home to be with the Lord, our Savior, Sunday, April 7, 2002. Russell was born in Albuquerque and was a resident of Canoncito, NM. He was a 1999 Graduate of West Mesa High School; he was continuing his education at the University of New Mexico. Russell's hobbies were hunting and fishing. He is survived by his loving parents, Lawrence and Cornelia Platero of Canoncito; his brother, Wesley Platero; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Perry Joe, Sr. of Sanders, AZ and Mr. and Mrs. Edward Tsosie of Crown Point, NM; paternal grandmother, Rose Platero of Canoncito; and paternal great-grandmother, Marie Trujillo of Taos Pueblo. Also surviving are his girlfriend, Vanessa Vasquez; other relatives and a host of friends. Russell will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who knew and loved him. Visitations will be Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary, where a Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be conducted Thursday at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Casket Bearers will be Milton Pettus, Michael Platero, Ray Smith, Roman Parada, Norman Tsosie, and Melvin Foster, Jr. Honorary bearers will be Perry B. Joe, Sr., Melvin Foster, Sr., Larry Foster, Sr., Trenton R. Tsosie, Gilbert Platero and James Cajete. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160.
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Reed -- Fred M. Reed, June 10, 1925-March 28, 2002. The family of Fred Reed from Laguna Pueblo and Paguate, New Mexico would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all of our friends and relatives for your love and thoughtfulness expressed in prayers, presence and donations during the recent loss of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. May you be richly rewarded for your kindness.
        Published on: Tue April 09, 2002

Ribe -- Fredrick William Rieb, (Chief Master Sergeant USAF Retired) died at his home on Sunday, April 7, 2002. He was born on November 17, 1923 in St. Francis, KS to the late William R. Rieb and Clara Miller Rieb. After retiring to Albuquerque in 1966 as Chief Master Sergeant from the U.S. Air Force with 24 years of service, he went to work for Gaddis Machine as a quality control inspector for 15 years. Fred was an avid sweepstakes participant and gardener. He had truly excellent qualities, a great sense of humor, and was dearly loved by his entire family. He is survived by his wife, Maetta Rieb; two daughters, Terry Rieb, and Mary Rieb; two sons, Declan Rieb and his wife, Elizabeth all of Albuquerque, and Dr. Mark Rieb and his wife, Laurie of MN; four sisters, Edna Kuhlman of CO, Darlene Tweedy of CA, Deloris Knorr of KS, and Iona Rieb of TX; three brothers, Edwin Rieb of AZ, Marvin Rieb of ID, and Clarence Rieb of CO. Also surviving him are his nine grandchildren, Sean Rieb and wife, Michelle Ruthmann, Brian Rieb, Jesse Rieb, Nathan Rieb, Keith Rieb, Megan Rieb, Michael Sanchez, John Sanchez, and Andy Sanchez. His sister, Elsie Borgman preceded him in death. A viewing and visitation for Mr. Rieb will be held Wednesday, April 10, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son. Interment will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. with full military honors. His grandchildren will serve as casket bearers. The family prefers that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE are in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Tue April 09, 2002

Ruiz -- Jim C. Ruiz, age 45, a resident of New Mexico for the past 25 years died April 7, 2002. Survivors include his wife, Theresa Ruiz of NM; sons, Jacob and Ysidro Ruiz of NM; parents, Ysidro and Esperanza Ruiz of NM; sisters, Cecilia Altieri of NY, JoAnn Ruiz of NM, Lisa Noehl of NV; Richard Arredondo of NM, Roy Arredondo of HI, Fred Ruiz of NM; grandchildren, Jonathan Ruiz of NM, Samantha Ruiz of NM, Jordan Ruiz of NM. Jim enjoyed softball, basketball and will be remembered as a loving husband, a giving father, and grandfather as well a cherished son. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 10, 2002 from 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 pm. Services will be held Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Linda Dyer officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Memorial Park 700 Yale SE. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling his arrangements.
        Published on: Tue April 09, 2002

Sanchez -- Lillie Carrasco Sanchez, age 79, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend was called home to be with the Lord, Our Savior, Saturday, April 6, 2002, while surrounded by her loving family. Lillie was born in Belen, NM to the late David S. and Mercedes B. Sanchez. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Bernadette Carrasco. Lillie is survived by her loving children, Frances Aragon and husband, Eddy, Ambrosio (Andy) Carrasco III, and Joseph Carrasco and wife, Lori; her precious grandchildren, Eddy Jr., Antoniette, Ashley, Francine, Alysia; great-grandchildren, Dominique and Noah. Also surviving are her brothers and sisters, Nona Castillo, Erlinda Sanchez, Esther and Sam Sandoval, David Jr. and Ann Sanchez, Tillie and Alvino Fresquez, Corine and Frank Gallegos, Claude Sanchez, and Ruben Sanchez; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Lillie will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those who knew and loved her. 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. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at Mt Calvary Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160.
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Sanchez -- 3/29/1933 - 4/5/2002. Jose Santos Sanchez Sr., 69, of Los Lunas, New Mexico passed away April 5, 2002 at the Sandia Hospice Pavilion following a long time illness. He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Mr. Sanchez was born in Tahique, New Mexico to Fernandez Sanchez and Natividad Griego, who preceded him in death. Jose is survived by his sweetheart, Priscilla (Crise) Sanchez of Los Lunas; his sons, Christobal, Manuel, Jose Santos Jr., John Paul; his daughters, Patricia Sanchez Rivera, Patsy Gonzales, Kathy Sedillo; his sisters, Pauline Baca, and Nena Pena; his in-laws, Ramona Telles, Molly Smedley, and Mr. and Mrs. Ernesto Anzures Sr.; his many grandchildren, Anthony Sanchez, Christina Sanchez, Javier Rivera Jr., Stephanie and Marlene Sanchez, Richard, Steven, and Gracie Gonzales, Ricardo, Michael, Tonya Sedillo, Liz Ramirez, Josie Vallejos, Andree Casas, Amanda Naranjo, and Manuel Joseph Sanchez; and 15 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends from all over the country. A viewing will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary following at 6:00pm at Romero Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with interment at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery, Albuquerque, NM. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM.
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Seamster -- Phillip "Phil" Seamster Jr., 39, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, April 8, 2002. He is survived by his parents, Phillip Sr. and Gayle Seamster; sister, Phyllis Sullivan and husband, Gary; nephew, Jason Sullivan; niece, Tori Sullivan, all of Albuquerque; special friend, Kelly Vogt of Phoenix, AZ; grandmother, Ann Dean; grandfather, Glen Seamster; aunts, Barbara Brown and husband, Curtis and Jean Scudder; uncle, Ed Seamster; and various other family and friends. Phil owned and operated Copy Zone. He loved rodeoing and was active in the NMGRA and IGRA Rodeo Associations. Phil was known to his family and friends as �Uncle Bro.� Services will be held Thursday, April 11, 2002, at 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Rev. Dennis Lihte officiating. Cremation will follow services. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Wednesday, April 10, 2002, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Noonday Ministries, PO Box 25451, 87125. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Spackeen -- Mary L. Spackeen, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, and a widow, died Sunday, April 7, 2002. She is survived by her son, Stanley G. Gerlach; daughter, Katherine J. Davis; stepsons, Robert D. Aubrey and family, all of Albuquerque and David P. Spackeen and family, all of Las Vegas, NV; grandchildren, James D. Davis and wife Sonya, Laura L. Davis, John W. Davis and wife Stephanie and Gail E. Davis; and great-grandson, Spencer J. Davis. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul NE, with Chaplin Larry Wills officiating. Entombment will follow the service. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Vonhentschel -- Mrs. Doris J. (Hita) vonHentschel, 57, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 7, 2002. Mrs. vonHentschel is the beloved wife of 36 years to Charles (Chuck) vonHentschel Sr. She is also survived by three daughters; Ginger Gomez and husband Tom, Erika vonHentschel and husband Paul Romero, Rebecca vonHentschel and fiance Robert Gomez; one son, Charles (Chuckie) vonHentschel Jr. and wife Cynthia; her mother, Rose Baca; two brothers, Willie Baca Jr. and fiance Lydia Cortez and Leroy Baca; nine grandchildren, Kristian, Adrian, Lemuel, Amara, Sorayah, Ryan, Austin, Bria and Isaac; a special nephew, Nathaniel Baca; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. vonHentschel was a member of the El Buen Samaritano United Methodist Church and was a loving caregiver to the world. A visitation will be Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Prayer Service to be held at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation will be Wednesday morning at 9:30 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Funeral Service to be held at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Jesus Bermundez will officiate the Prayer Service and Funeral Service. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Charles (Chuckie) vonHentschel Jr., Leroy Baca, Nathaniel Baca, Robert Gomez, Tom Gomez and Paul Romero. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Ward -- The Family of Margaret Louise Ward wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all family and friends for the support and kind expressions of sympathy received during our time of loss. Thank you so much. Strong-Thorne Mortuary was in charge of her arrangements.
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Webb -- Elwood G. Webb, 83, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, April 7, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Gertrude Webb of Albuquerque; sons, Dr. Michael D. Webb and wife, Johanna of Los Alamos, John C. Webb of Rio Rancho and Major Erik C. Webb and wife, Redesta of Monterey, CA; daughters, Dorothy A. Robertson and husband, Dr. Mark of Riverside, CA, Mary C. Zack and husband, James of Vancouver, WA and Veronica James of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Michael, Susanne, Jason, Joshua, James, Luke, Emily, Christina, Shaylee and Michaela. Mr. Webb served his country in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, before retiring in 1964 as a Master Sergeant. He attended Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church and was a 4th degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus. Mass will be celebrated Friday, April 12, 2002, at 10:30 a.m., at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria NE. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of New Mexico, 525 San Pedro NE, Suite 101, 87108. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue April 09, 2002

Williams -- Maxine M. Williams, 89, joined her beloved husband, Bill, on April 7, 2002, which would have been their 63rd wedding anniversary. She is survived by her son, Richard Williams; her daughter, Sherry McAnally and husband, Bo; two grandchildren, Pam Covington and husband, Jack, Janet Brannan and husband, David; and five great-grandchildren, Amanda, Cindy, and Derek Covington and Nathan and Katie Brannan, all of the Albuquerque area; one brother, George D. Wilcox; and numerous nephews and nieces in the Denver area. She will be missed by her family and friends. She was a member of American Legion Auxiliary Post 99. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. French Mortuary, 1111 University NE.
        Published on: Tue April 09, 2002