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Baca -- Final viewing for Mrs. Darlene K. Baca will be this morning from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Funeral services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW.
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Baca -- Sam Garcia Baca, 83, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, April 9, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Adelaide V. Baca of Albuquerque; sons, Samuel V. Baca and wife, Jennie of Lakeland, FL and Daniel L. Baca and wife, Lisa of Albuquerque; daughters, Helen V. Baca of Alamogordo and Celina A. Dowe and husband, Fred of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Jennifer Baca, Paul Baca, Rebecca Baca, Renee Baca, Kevin Baca, Kemi Dowe, David Dowe and Janelle Bollman and husband, Scott; great-grandson, Logan Bollman; sisters, Bessie and Alice; and brother, Davis. Mr. Baca served in the Army Air Force in WWII from January 1940 until November 1945. He worked at Sandia Laboratories as a security police officer for 27 years. Rosary will be recited Friday, April 12, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 3674 Highway 47 in Peralta, NM. Mass will be celebrated, following the rosary, at 10:30 a.m., also at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Beavers -- Violet Fern Beavers, age 77, died on April 8, 2002 in Albuquerque. She was born in Plattsburg, MO to Jesse Aaron and Essie R. Foster Henry. She was a member of Central Seventh Day Adventist Church and the Dorcas Society. Mrs. Beavers was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Beavers in March 1991. She is survived by five children, Suzanna Woodard and husband, Walter of White Rock, NM, Bonnie Griffin and David Beavers, both of Moriarty, NM, Ann O'Rourke and husband, Kevin of Albuquerque, and Burly Sheckler and wife, Renee of Edgewood, NM; 16 grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Services are scheduled for 11:00 am Thursday in Chapel of Sandia with Pastor Wayne Gayton of Heights Seventh Day Adventist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery in Moriarty. Pallbearers will be Robert Rice, William Rice, Stephen Ramer, Donald Scott, Justin Sheckler and Mike Gurley. Honorary Pallbearers will include Don Ramer, Brian Ramer, Arlin Gurley, Lee Gurley and Travis Sheckler. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, 821-0010.
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Blea -- David L. Blea, 52, passed away in Las Cruces, NM, April 6, 2002. He is survived by his beloved children, Rodney Blea of Albuquerque, Lean and Michael Blea of Las Cruces; three grandchildren; sisters, Judy Morales and husband, Don, Patricia Seligman; and numerous other relatives. He was preceded in death by parents, Corina and Leandro Blea; and nephew, Lawrence Seligman. Cremation has taken place and a Rosary will be at St. Edwin's Church 2105 Barcelona SW, Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be at St. Edwin's Church, Friday, April 12, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. Graveside Services will follow at Fairview Cemetery 700 Yale Blvd SE
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Castillo -- Randy F. Castillo went on to be with the Lord March 26, 2002 in Las Angeles, California. He is survived by his mother, Margaret Castillo; his step-father, Florencio Gonzales; four sisters, Frances Horton and her husband, Steve, Marilyn Sanchez and her husband, Chris, Phyllis Castillo and her fiance, Michael Martinez, Christine Castillo all of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Catholic Church, he graduated from West Mesa High School and he attended the University of Albuquerque. Randy was an accomplished drummer who played with Ozzy Osbourne, Motley Crue, Lita Ford and many other bands as he climbed the ladder of success. Services were held Saturday, March 30, 2002 at Forest Lawn Mortuary in Hollywood Hills, California. He was brought back to Albuquerque where a private services were held Thursday, April 4, 2002 at the Fitzgerald & son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle N.E. Pallbearers in Albuquerque were Paul Blazek, George Vento, Dave Martin, Brandon Wagner, Mike Inez, Phil Sousson, J.R. Sainz, Jeremy Carr and Whitey. Entombment followed in the Mt. Calvary Mausoleum. The family would like to thank his many friends and world wide fans for their support during this time. A memorial fund has been set up at the Wells Fargo Bank. Anyone wishing to contribute may do so, to the Randy Castillo Memorial Fund in care of Wells Fargo Bank, 3022 Central Ave. S.E., Albuquerque, NM 87106.
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Chavez -- Mrs. Priscilla Chavez, 67, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 10, 2002. She was born in Placitas, NM on June 12, 1934. She is preceded in death by her parents, Desiderio and Rosita Candelaria, her daughter, Marie Chavez, and her beloved grandson, Patrick Encinias. Mrs. Chavez is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Eduardo Chavez Sr; her children, Rosie Encinias and Leroy, Edward Chavez Jr. and Cathy, and Robert Chavez; sisters, Adelina Gonzales and Rachel Gutierrez; grandchildren, Leroy Encinias Jr, Daniel Encinias and wife, Irene; and great-grandchildren, Brandi Encinias, Baylee Encinias and Patrick Encinias; and numerous nieces, nephews, Godchildren, and many friends who loved her. In addition to her family, her joy in life was music. She sang alto with the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Choir for many years. She was also a member of Las Carmelitas of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Funeral Services for Mrs. Chavez will be held on Friday at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Leroy Encinias Jr., Daniel Encinias, Gilbert Candelaria, Max Chavez, Angel Perez and Anthony Sena. A Rosary for Mrs. Chavez will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Cherino -- Mr. Carlos S. Cherino, 73, a resident of Isleta Pueblo, New Mexico passed away peacefully at home in the arms of his loving family on April 10, 2002. Mr. Cherino is the beloved husband of 45 years to Mary Cherino. Mr. Cherino is also survived by his daughters, Elaine Ruth Juancho and husband, Al and Stephanie Cherino; sons, Samuel A.R. Cherino and wife, Gloria, Charles Cherini and Kevin Cherino; sisters, Marie Peigler, Theresa Diedrick and husband, Bob and Prudencia Lente; a brother, Phillip Cherino; six grandchildren, Suzanne Juancho-Rodriquez, Monica Juancho, Glorianne Cherino, Samuel Cherino Jr., Shavaughnn Cherino and Mary Cherino; two great-grandchildren, Dominic and Monique Rodriquez. Mr. Cherino was a member of the Catholic Church and served in the U.S. Army and Marine Corps in World War I I and the Korean Confict. A visitaiton will be at the Family Home , Tribal Rd. 82 #160 in Isleta on Thursday evening after 6:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at the family home at 7:00 p.m. A final viewing will be Friday morning at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Isleta from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Father Nick Nirschl. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. with full Military Honors. Pallbearers will be, Samuel Cherino, Charles Cherini, Kevin Cherino, Al Juancho and Tino Juancho. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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De Jong -- Peter Donald De Jong (Don) was born April 13, 1934 to Louis P. and Gertrude (Breukelman) De Jong in Geddes, SD. On August 16, 1955 Don was united in marriage to Thelma Vander Pol from Sheldon, IA. They lived in the areas of New Holland, Sheldon, IA, Denver, Buffalo Creek, and Bailey, CO and Albuquerque. Don's Heavenly Father mercifully took him out of his misery from fighting his battle with cancer for the last seven months. He passed into Glory on Wednesday, April 10, 2002. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Gertrude De Jong. Those left to cherish his memories are his loving wife, Thelma of 46 years; four children and four grandchildren; son, Jeris and wife, Debie with grandsons, Jerod and fiancee, Elizabeth Hamilton and David, daughter, Twyla De Jong, sons, Loren and wife, April with granddaughter, Lauryl, son, Garry and wife, LoriAnn with granddaughter, Rhiannon; his sister, Gladys and husband, Bob Molendyk and their four children and four granddaughters; many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. A Visitation will be held on Friday, April 12, 2002 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., Rio Rancho. Private committal and entombment will be in Vista Verde Memorial Park. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 12:30 p.m. at Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, 4800 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque with Pastor John Dykhuis officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Don's memory to Good Samaritans Ministries of Albuquerque 4800 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. The family wishes to thank the loving and caring staff at Sandia Hospice for their support. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
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Dickens -- Wanda Wayne Dickens, age 64, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away April 7, 2002. she was a beloved mother, sister, daughter and friend. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey Dickens of Arlington, TX; sister, Patricia Kirkes and husband, Glen of Hobbs, NM; and many other relatives and countless friends. Her mother, Ara P. Russell; her father, Robert M. Russell; and her former husband, Jerome S. Dickens preceded her in death. Mrs. Dickens was born and raised in Hobbs and graduated from Hobbs High School in 1956. She was editor of the school newspaper for three years. She then attended Western New Mexico University, majoring in journalism. Wanda moved to Albuquerque and worked for Mountain Bell/US West as a manager for 35 years until her retirement. Mrs. Dickens received the prestigious President's Club Award on several occasions and was especially proud of the work she did with the Community Relations Team. She treasured the lifelong friendships she made during her years with the company. Wanda joined the Luminaria Chapter of the American Business Women's Association in 1967 where she served as President in 1980-1981 and received Woman of the Year honors in 1985. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and the Telephone Retirees Association of New Mexico. She joined the Monte Vista Christian Church in 1962 and stayed an active member. Mrs. Dickens held the Worship Ministry Chair and was a newly appointed elder in the church. Visitation for family and friends will be Saturday, April 13, 2002 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE with the Rev. Fred W. Dorisse and the Rev. Michelle Tatlock officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions in Wanda's name to either the Animal Humane Society of NM, 614 Virginia SE, 87108, Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, 87106, or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 2021 Girard Blvd. SE, Suite 201, 87106. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Dixon -- Mary Jane K. Dixon, 68, of Albuquerque since the early 1970's and of Los Angeles, CA for the past decade, died April 2, 2002 of cancer. She is survived by her three children, Rachel Hess and husband, Jim of Albuquerque, Joel Dixon and wife, Ella of Los Angeles, CA and Amy Dixon of Albuquerque. She is also survived by two brothers, John Krumboltz of Stanford, CA, David Krumboltz of Danville, CA; and one sister, Margaret Ann Phillips of Oakland, CA; five grandchildren, Chelsea, Sara, Eric, Margaret and Kathleen; and five nieces; and one nephew. Mary Dixon held degrees in education and law, but chose to be know as a social activist during her life. She was a founding member of the Albuquerque Battered Women's Shelter in the 1970's, which she considered her greatest achievement; she also started S.E.T. (Society for the Eradication of Television) in the early 1980's. Among her activities she served as president of the Santa Fe Unitarian Church in the 1960's and volunteered in many ways, the Albuquerque Rape Crisis Center, the Catholic Worker Soup Kitchen in Los Angeles, and Amnesty International in Los Angeles. Her Funeral Service will be held Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. John's Episcopal Cathedral, 318 Silver, SW. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Battered Women's Shelter, P.O. Box 25363, Albuquerque, NM 87125 or to S.E.T. c/o Lisa Matt, 3331 47th St. San Diego, CA 92105. She would be honored also if you remembered her by simply turning off your TV set. Great thanks to Mary's good and faithful friends and relatives who called her during her illness or wrote cards and letters of support. She loved and appreciated them all. Her family wishes to thank the kind, patient staff of Delta Hospice."Free at last, free at last, thank God Almighty, she's free at last."
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Duran -- Mary Aurora Duran, age 66, died on April 9, 2002 in Albuquerque. She was born in Purta De Luna, NM to Florentino and Rufina Martinez Nieto. She married Eloy M. Duran on April 14, 1956. They looked forward to celebrating their 46th wedding anniversary later this month. Mary was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her hugs and smiles made you feel like a very special person, and she always had a shoulder for anyone who needed her. She loved to laugh and dance and enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing and floral arranging. She had a special gift for making her home everyone's home. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Salomon Nieto; and brother-in-law, Frank Madril. She is survived by her husband, Eloy M. Duran; children, Danny A. Duran and wife, Lupita, Lorraine Martinez and husband, Victor, Rick Duran and wife, Lora, and Jessica Duran and finace, Raymond; brother, Leo Nieto and wife, Jan; sisters, Louisa Tapia and husband, John, Ida Madril, and Rose Sullivan and husband, Tom; ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2002 followed by a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. at Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 12, 2002 at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE. Burial will follow at 3:00 p.m. Friday in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Duran, Randy Duran, Raymond Chavez, Vincent Nieto, Rudy Madril and Junior Pearcy. Honorary Pallbearers will include Andrea Duran, Jonathan Rubi, Alexis Duran, Anthony Chavez, Jason Elwell, Raymond Chavez, Jr., Anthony Chavez, Jr., Sabrina Duran, Krystal Duran, Jerome Chavez, Yvonne Elwell, Victoria Elwell, and Erica Elwell. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, 821-0010.
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Earnhart -- C. Irene Earnhart, 99, a 79-year resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, April 9, 2002. She is survived by her daughters, Billirene Lloyd and husband, George Emerson Lloyd and Mary Jo Rumbaugh, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Jerry P. With and wife, Patti, Greg E. With and wife, Stephanie, Cheryl L. Heinen and husband, J. C., Doug With, Ted E. With and wife, Margaret, Sharla B. Jones and husband, Paul M. III, Stephanie D. Mansdoerfer and husband, Ron W., all of Albuquerque, Robert C. Rumbaugh of Scottsdale, AZ; Nancy R. Whitesell and husband, Randy of Evergreen, CO and Randy Rumbaugh of Fort Collins, CO; 14 great grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren, and nephew, C.T. Goad and wife, Virginia of Lakewood, CO. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wilmore Earnhart in 1958; two daughters; one grandson; one great-granddaughter; and one son-in-law. Mrs. Earnhart was a member of Fruit Ave. Baptist Church and Hoffmantown Church since 1970 and the Extension Club. She loved gardening, homemaking, sewing, crocheting, and embroidering. Services will be held Saturday, April 13, 2002, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Ted With officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, April 12, 2002, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Ely -- Chief Master Sergeant Retired, Richard Bruce"Rick" Ely, 48, of Eldersburg, MD died Tuesday evening April 9, 2002 at his home after a lengthy battle with leukemia. Born April 24, 1953 in Baltimore, MD, he is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Mary Cecelia Leatherwood Ely; and four sons, Richard Scott, Timothy, Michael and Joshua and daughter-in-law, Emily. He was the son of Richard Charles and Nancy Watts Ely and is also survived by his maternal grandfather, Wilbur Watts. Chief Ely served his country with honor in the Air Force as a security specialist for 26 years. He and his family had lived in England and Germany as well as the Dakotas, Michigan and New Mexico. He earned his BA from the University of Maryland and his MA from Webster University. Retired from the Air Force in 1998, at the time of his death, was employed by the Wackenhut Company as Director of Nuclear Training. Born in Baltimore, Rick and his family moved to Carroll County when he was in middle school and this is where he met Ceal. Though they spent many years living around the world, Rick always considered Maryland home and was happy to have returned recently. He enjoyed playing stringed instruments, singing, outdoor activities and spending time with family and friends. Surviving are brothers, Earl"Butch" Ely and John Ely; and sister, Elvamarie Miller; two grandchildren; and 14 nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2002 at Oakland United Methodist Church 5901 Mineral Hill Rd., Eldersburg with John Szymanski from Carroll Community Church officiating. Interment will be at Lake View Memorial Park, MD. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 12, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Burrier-Queen Funeral Directors, P.A., Winfield, 1212 W. Old Liberty Road, (Beside South Carroll High School). Memorial donations may be made to the Building Fund at Carroll Community Church, 5220 Klees Mill Road, Suite E, Sykesville, MD 21784. Arrangements made by Burrier-Queen Funeral Directors, P.A., Winfield, MD.
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Gariss -- Laura Kay (Yates) Gariss, 46, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2002. Laura was born March 22, 1956 the daughter of Leroy Benjamin and Josephine Mary Gloria Del Frate Yates in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Laura was born and died at Lovelace Hospital in Albuqueque. She was a graduate of Del Norte High School. Laura is survived by her mother, Josie (Yates) Higginbotham and husband Don, two children, Shannon Marie Griego of Tijeras, NM and Shawn Gariss of Belen, NM; two grandchildren, Amara Josephine Gariss and Donovan Griego; two sisters, Lenora Thackeray of Farmington, NM and Carolyn Sue Waliser of Tucson, AZ. Visitation will be held today, Wednesday, April 10, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 10:00 AM at the San Ysidro Catholic Church in Corrales with Father Clarence Galli as the Celebrant. Interment will follow in the San Ysidro Catholic Cemetery in Corrales. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
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Gillett -- John Gillett, age 44, loving husband and father passed away on April 9, 2002 after a long battle with an illness. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; four adoring children, Erik, Renee, Janet, and Jacob; and many family members and friends."Dad, throughout your illness you were always a great father. You taught us a lot about strength and courage. We will miss you and we love you."Visitation for John will be at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Road NE from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2002 with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 11, 2002 at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m. Thursday in Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your favorite children's charity. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, 821-0010.
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Griego -- Mr. Marcos Griego, 83, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away with his family by his side on April 9, 2002. He is survived by four sons, Nick Griego and wife, Theresa, Ernest Griego and wife, Gina, Marcos Griego Jr. and Roger Griego; six daughters, Betty Lovato and husband, Victor, Sylvia Michel and husband, Carlos, Sadie Griego, Rachel Bustillos and husband, Vicente, MaryAnn Maestas and Eileen Griego; 21 grandchildren, Gilbert, Rosemary, Emmanuel, Victor Jr., Rick, Charlene, Steven, Deana, Denise, Bernice, Carla, Darlene, Carlos Jr., Marty, Paul, Marcos, Carlos Ray, Christen, Marlene, Eric and Raquel; 26 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Estolano Griego and Natividad Griego; five sisters, Leanor Garcia, Cecilia Gutierrez, Teresita Gutierrez, Irene Herrera, and Bennie Trujillo; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Candelario and Demesia Griego; his wife, Vivian; brother, Tomas Griego; and sisters, Anita Garcia and Lucia Herrera. A Rosary will be recited by Deacon Charles Lucero and his wife Theresa on Thursday evening at San Jose Catholic Church at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Dennis Garcia on Friday also at San Jose Catholic church at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Mountain Valley Barton Cemetery in Barton, NM. Pallbearers will be Steven Griego, Carlos Michel Jr., Eric Michel, Paul Chavez, Paul Tennyson and Stanley Vigil. Honorary pallbearers will be Rick Griego and Martin Sanchez. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
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Mcguinness -- Wava A. McGuinness, 84, left us April 8, 2002. Beloved wife for 42 years to the late Roy McGuinness. Raised in Iowa, she served as a link trainer during WWII for the US Navy, before making her home in New Mexico. She shared a loving bond with her surviving sister, Mavis. A loving mother of Nadine, Janice, Kevin and William. Cherished grandmother of Austin, Mark, Michael and great-grandmother of Precious and Jewel. She is remembered fondly by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m., April 10, 2002 at San Jose Parish, 2401 Broadway SE. Services at 9:00 a.m. on April 11, 2002 at San Jose Parish, followed by interment at 2:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Her family would like to thank the staff at Sandia Hospice for their kind help and support during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Vicent DePaul Society. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE is handling her arrangements.
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Mendoza -- Andrew Mendoza, 79, a resident of Albuquerque was called to be with the Lord on Monday, April 8, 2002 after a short illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Lillian Mendoza; daughters, Janet Schupp and husband, Tony, Evelyn Dimas, and Christina Schiller and husband, Jackie; sons, Larry Mendoza, Andrew Mendoza Jr., and Robert Mendoza; sister, Francis Segura; brother, Julian Mendoza; five grandchildren, Nichole Schupp, Jason Schupp, Joseph Dimas, Danielle Dimas, and Michelle Mendoza. Andrew was a World War II Veteran and retired from Gulton Industries in 1986. He was a member of the American Legion Post 99 and was a Eucharistic Minister at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. He was greatly loved by his family and friends and will be sorely missed. A viewing will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW., on Thursday, April 11, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Services will he held at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas and Tennessee NE.. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2002. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 12, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Luis Jaramillo Celebrant. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jason Schupp, Joseph Dimas, Larry Mendoza, Andy Mendoza, Gilbert Ortega and Gabriel Valdez. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ALbuq. 505-343-8008.
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Montano -- Linda C. Montano, 34, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly April 7, 2002. Survivors include her son, Joseph Hernandez; her daughter, Tiffany Hernandez; her father, Art Montano; her mother, Marie Montano; her older brother, Arthur Ray Montano and wife, Yolanda; her sister, Yvonne Montano; her younger brother, Daniel Montano and wife, Nicole; numerous other nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss her. Services times are pending. Please call Direct Funeral Services for details. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to any Wells Fargo Bank Location. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Neff -- Richard A. Neff, 70, born November 18, 1931 in Hackensack, New Jersey, died peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2002. Richard was a resident of Albuquerque since 1943. He attended Lincoln and Jefferson Junior High Schools. He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1949 and graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1953, receiving a BBA degree with a concentration in accounting. Upon graduation from UNM, he served as an officer with the Auditor General U.S.A.F Upon his return to Albuquerque in 1956, he passed the uniform CPA exam and served as a partner in the CPA firm of Neff & Co. founded by his father George Neff in 1947, until his retirement in January 1995. Mr. Neff was Past President of the New Mexico Society of Certified Public Accountants, 1966 Kiwanis Club of Sandia 1966, UNM Anderson School Alumni Club and a director of the UNM Alumni Assoc. Joined the Masons in 1963 and Elks Lodge in 1965. He was preceded in death by his loving daughter, Sharon Elaine Montoya; and sister-in-law, Phyllis. He is survived by his wife of 35 years Barbara; daughter, Lisa Myers of Kirkland, WA; son, Richard A. Neff II and wife, Sandra of Albuquerque; brothers, George H. Neff, Edward J. Neff and wife, Francine; step-daughter, Cyndi Unser and husband, Tim Wieser; stepson, Bobby Unser Jr. and wife, Schanen; grandchildren, Michelle Myer, Jacob Neff, Austin Neff, Robert Montoya, Jesse Unser, Bobby Unser III, Ruby Unser, Colton Wieser, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held Saturday, April 13, 12:00 noon at Sunset Memorial Park Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE with Doyle Bollinger, Patrick Doherty, and Vince Oliver. Dave Welde, Gene Sanderson and Gene Stahlen serving as Pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers are Victor Savino, Paul Goldenberg, Tony Royal, Wayne Brown and Victor Benischek. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of N.M. 615 Virginia SE Albuquerque, NM 87108 or American Diabetes Association, 525 San Pedro NE Albuquerque NM 87108. Arrangements by Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE.
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Ortiz -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY DEAR SON CARLO A. ORTIZ March 31, 1973 to April 11, 1992In has been ten years. To some you may be forgotten, To others a part of the past, But to me and those who love you Your memory will always last. It broke my heart to lose you, You did not go alone, The best part of me went with you The day God called you home. If teardrops were a stairway And heartaches paved the way, I'd walk a path to heaven And bring you home to stay. I'll always love you and I miss you so much.Your Mom and Brother
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Perkins -- Paul C."Butch" Perkins, 62, died on April 9, 2002 in Decatur, IL Memorial Hospital. Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 12, 2002 at New Salem Baptist Church with visitation at 10:00 a.m. prior to services and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2002 at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Pathways to Independence or New Salem Baptist Missionary Society. Mr. Perkins was born February 17, 1940 in Waterloo, IA the son of Claude and Joe Willie (Childress) Perkins, Sr. He married Patricia Hill June 15, 1968 in Oakland, CA. He served two tours of duty in Vietnam in the U.S. Army, graduated from Millikin University, Decatur Leadership Institute and retired from ADM as Director of Labor Relations in July, 2001. He was a mentor with Decatur Public Schools, Junior Achievement Advisor, recently involved in training at ADM, and was an avid golfer. Surviving are his wife; three children, Jeffery Perkins, Waterloo, IA, Deron Perkins and wife, Erin, Springfield, Brent Perkins, Decatur; special son, George Calfas, Lillington, NC; three brothers, Claude Perkins, Jr. and wife, Lillie, Waterloo, IA, Donald Perkins and wife, Linda, Albuquerque, Rev. William C. Perkins and wife, Rose, Waterloo, IA; two sisters, Gwendolyn Schauf and husband, Charles, Waterloo, IA, Beverly Cook, Waterloo, IA; mother-in-law, Bennie Hill, Decatur and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Dorothy; and one brother, Ronald.
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Phillips -- Harold E. Phillips, an Albuquerque resident for 61 years, died Monday, April 8, 2002. Born in Clifton, Colorado on April 15, 1917, he was raised in Palisades, Colorado and graduated from Grand Junction high school in 1936. After attending Colorado A & M, he began a career in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. He married Barbara Kimmel of Grand Junction in 1938 and was assigned to the Albuquerque District of the Corps of Engineers in 1941 remaining there until retirement in 1970. Harold loved spending time outdoors working in his yard and fishing in the Colorado Mountains. He is survived by his wife, Barbara of 62 years; children, Richard and wife, Sanette, of Amarillo, TX; Linda McConahy and husband Larry, of Albuquerque, Jim and wife, Pat of Farmington, NM; grandchildren, Brian and Eve McConahy of Longmont, CO, Jason and Sara McConahy of Ft. Collins, CO, Charles and Kim Phillips of Krum, TX, Jocelyn Phillips of Amarillo, TX, Leslie Armell of New York City and Julia Phillips of Farmington, NM; great-grandchildren, Scott, Laura, Anna, Nathan and Micaela McConahy and Kelsey Phillips; brother, Emory of Seattle, WA; and numerous loved cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Douglas in 1992. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Charles E. Price officiating. Private entombment will follow the service. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Rd NE, Suite 102, 87110, the American Heart Association. � NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199 or to a charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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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. Final viewing will be this morning from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Funeral services will be this morning 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. Following the services, all relatives and friends are cordially invited to join the Platero Family in a meal at the Desidero Center in Canoncito, NM. Funeral services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160.
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Rieb -- Funeral Services for Fredrick William Rieb (Chief Master Sergeant USAF Retired) will be held today 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.
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Ryan -- Donald H. "Don" Ryan, 79, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, April 9, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Duanne Ryan of Albuquerque; children, Michael Ryan and wife, Donna of Durango, CO, Connie Ryan of Albuquerque, Dan Ryan and wife, Peggy of Tucson, AZ, Colleen Domme and husband, Dan, Kelly Ryan and wife, Rita, Marty Ryan, Duffy Ryan, all of Albuquerque, Mindy Hancock and husband, Wes, Lori Salopek and husband, Frank, all of Las Cruces and Kerry Van Amburg and husband, Steve of Albuquerque; 33 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters, Kay McClain and husband, Jim of California and Carole Hein and husband, Joe of Iowa; and brothers, Jim Ryan and wife, Lois of Iowa and Tom Ryan of California. Mr. Ryan was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the European Theatre during WWII. He worked for over 20 years at Sears. Mr. Ryan also worked, for over 30 years, with the Archdiocese of Santa Fe as the General Manager of Gate of Heaven Cemetery. He was known for a great sense of humor, his love of life and especially, his love for his family. Don will be greatly missed. Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 11, 2002, at 7:00 p.m., at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE. Mass will be celebrated Friday, April 12, 2002, at 10:30 a.m., also at Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE, Thursday, April 11, 2002, from 6:30 p.m. until time of Rosary. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Saavedra -- Services for Primitivo Carmody Saavedra will be held at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt Calvary Cemetery. A family gathering will take place at Nancy Romero's home, 6028 Northland NE following the interment. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Seamster -- Phillip"Phil" Seamster Jr., 39, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, April 8, 2002. 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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Trudeau -- RICHARD P. TRUDEAU January 24, 1937 - April 11, 1998Memories we treasure No one can steal. Death leaves a heartache No one can heal. We will never forget you, That you are gone. We will always remember, No matter how long. Loving you always And miss you more and more. Mom & Family
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Walker -- Charlotte Ruth Walker, 75, died April 7, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, William N. Walker of Albuquerque, NM; two daughters, Patricia Rechard of Albuquerque, Pamela Walker of El Paso, TX; two sisters, Jessamine Stoner of Richmond, MO, and Helen Edwards of California, PA; one brother, Steven Tarver of Gillette, WY; four grandchildren, Kyle and Kara Rechard of Albuquerque, Kaelin Walker of El Paso, and Karen Walker of NV; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; five sisters; and one son, William J. Walker. Born July 18, 1926 in Gillette, WY, Ruth was the youngest of 10 surviving children of"J.F." and Johnnie Tarver, owners of a local dairy farm. She graduated from Campbell County High School, Class of 1944, and studied music for five years in Missouri at Park College in Kansas City and at St. Louis Institute of Music. In 1950, she moved to Salt Lake City, UT to be with a sister. She met and married her husband, Bill, an Army Captain stationed at Ft. Douglas, June 14, 1952. They lived in Salt Lake City until 1996 when they moved to Albuquerque. Ruth's greatest joy was music. She was a lifelong church choir member, served as church choir director for a time, and sang in community choirs for a number of years. She was a ruling Elder of the Presbyterian Church and taught bible school while her three children were young. In addition, she was a Girl Scout Leader and Guardian of Music for her daughters' Job's Daughters Bethel. She was Worthy Matron of her Eastern Star chapter and President of her P.E.O chapter while in Utah. Memorial services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11, at First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. Memorials to her memory may be made to the P.E.O. Scholarship Foundation for Women or P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education, 9204 Galaxia Way, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111.
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Webb -- Elwood G. Webb, 83, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, April 7, 2002. 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.
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