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Altice -- David Alan Altice was born September 14, 1955. He finished his work on this earth March 7, 2002 to go be with his beloved mother, father, and brother, Don. He is survived by his sons, Sean David and Taylor Alan of South Pasadena, CA where they reside with their loving mother, Kara J. Altice Montes. He is also survived by a sister, Mary Lee Elslender; and a brother, Ron Altice. David is also survived by his soul mate and devoted Zohna L. Todd. A celebration of his life, love and music will be held March 11, 2002 at Albuquerque Manor in the Atrium 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. It would be David's wish for donations to be sent to/in memory of Brother Dave, Transitional Living Communities at PO Box 1396 Albuquerque, NM 87103. Brother Dave and the Tempted Souls and other musicians of Albuquerque did benefits for T.L.C.
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Baker -- Elma Norene McFarland Baker, 87, went home to be with the Lord on May 9, 2002 surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Baker, a native of New Mexico, born in Roswell, New Mexico on February 25, 1915 to Dan and Vina McFarland was raised on the Block Ranch. Elma retired from the Visiting Nursing Service in 1977. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Los Alamos Chapter, and a member of Hoffmantown Baptist Church. Mrs Baker was a resident of Three Fountains Apartment for three years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Luther Vernon Baker in 1961; two brothers, J.D. McFarland of Carlsbad, New Mexico and William McFarland of Tennessee. She is survived by her three children, son, Gary Dean Baker and wife, Patsy of Thornton, Colorado; daughter, Dinah Jean Robinson and husband, Frank of Albuquerque; and son, John Caleb Baker, and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque; sister, Mozelle Edgar and husband, Donald of Tennessee; David McFarland and wife, Jesse of Roswell; sister, Lena Mae Hobbs, of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Barbara Ann Rappenecker and husband, Steve, of Colorado, Rebecca McElyea and husband, Tim of North Carolina; and Deborah Dean Baker of North Carolina; Tammy Halliburton and husband, Donn of Albuquerque; Erick Robinson and Joy Robinson both of Albuquerque; step-grandchildren, Karen Gonzalez and husband, John and Kelly Parrish all of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Danielle, Nicholas, Mikayah, Bethany, Brittany, Jacob Halliburton all of Albuquerque, Lensey McElyea of North Carolina; and two step-great-grandchildren, John Austin and Julia Anne Gonzalez of Albuquerque; numerous nieces and nephews. The children of Elma Baker wish to thank Dr. Bryon Beddo for the numerous years of excellent health care, along with the nursing staff of Kaseman hospital, Jean, Ann, and Tip which provided excellent care to our mother during her final days. Visitation will be held from the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors on Monday, May 13, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at the Chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd with Pastor Ken Moore of Hoffmantown Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at the Memorial Gardens of Santa Fe, Santa Fe, New Mexico. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors is entrusted to the care of Elma.
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Chavez -- Jennie Mary Chavez, 85, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2002. She is survived by her sisters, Carmen Chavez of Albuquerque and Lucy Baca and husband, Herman of Tome, NM; brother, Carlos Chavez and wife, Carmen of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. While at Holy Family Catholic Church, she was an active member of the Blue Army and the Sacred Heart League. She and her sister, Carmen lived together for many years. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with Father Manuel Vierra, OFM, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Crespin -- Funeral Services for Pedro Crespin will be held on Saturday at Nativity Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at San Carlo Cemetery. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary. 400 Third ST SW.
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Cuaron -- Mrs. Odelia Cuaron, 69, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home in the arms of her loving family on May 10, 2002. Mrs. Cuaron is preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Cuaron Sr. Mrs. Cuaron is survived by her best friend, Manuel Gabaldon; three sons, Ernest D. Cuaron Jr. and wife Joyce C., Christopher Sr. and wife, Diane Carriaga-Cuaron, Gerard L. Cuaron and wife, Dianna; grandchildren, Dominic, Christopher Jr., Nicole, Pete, Amanda, Jeremy, Nathaniel and Chrysten Cuaron; brothers and sisters, twin brother, Toby Chavez and wife, Nina, Eloisa Jaramillo and husband, Jerry, Margaret Davis, Lorraine Stewart and husband, Joe. Mrs. Cuaron was a member of the Catholic Church. A Visitation for Mrs. Cuaron will be Sunday afternoon after 4:30 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW with a Rosary to be recited at 5:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning at 11:00 a.m. at Church of the Ascension by Msgr. Joaquin Bazan, assisted by Deacon Sandy Hall. Interment will follow at the Los Padillas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Jerry Jaramillo Jr., Henry Baca, Gilbert Cuaron, Damian (Danny) Cuaron, Jaime Jaramillo and Mark Chavez. Honorary Pallbearer will be James Jaramillo. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Fabela -- Miguel Fabela, 1918-2002. Beloved husband, brother, and uncle died peacefully on May 8, 2002. Rosary, Sunday, May 12, 2002 7:00 p.m. and Mass of Christian Burial Monday, May 13, 2002, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Bernalillo.
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Gallegos -- Nick Gallegos, born February 1, 1954, passed away on May 8, 2002. Survivors include his mother, Viola and stepfather, Jesse McDonald; sister, Beverly and husband, Dean; brother, Isidor and wife, Debbie; his children, Ray, Nicholas and Antoinette; grandchildren, Nathan and Savannah; along with many aunts, uncles and friends. He was loved by so many and will be greatly missed. Viewing will be on Friday, May 10, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Chapel, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE. Prayer Services will follow at 3:00 p.m. Graveside Services will be held Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. also at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Nick, you will always be in our hearts and thanks for the"Diamonds and Pearls" you sang to us before you left. May God Bless You Always
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Grabiel -- Gordon F. Grabiel, 63, loving husband, daddy and papa, died Thursday, May 9, 2002. He is survived by his wife, JoAnna Grabiel; sons, David Gordon Grabiel and wife Greta and Steven Joseph Grabiel and wife Christine; granddaughters, Natalie Starr Grabiel and Jessica Nicole Grabiel; mother, Reba Grabiel; and brothers, Paul Grabiel and Justin Grabiel. Gordon was born in Albuquerque and raised in Sandia Park. He was Chief Executive Officer of B & D Electric. Services will be held Monday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Being a compassionate conservative, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Rifle Association, P.O. Box 420639, Palm Coast, FL 32142. Albuquerque Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 331, Albuquerque, NM 87103. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Gurule -- Joe G. Gurule, 74, a lifelong resident of Peralta, NM, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2002. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta. Joe served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelor's degree in Agriculture. After graduation, he returned to New Mexico and worked all over the state. Later he was transferred to Colombia, where he worked for several years. Joe worked in El Salvador, Dominican Republic, and many other assignments in Latin America. He retired in 1994, from the Farmers Home Administration, with 42 years of outstanding service. He retired to full time farming, which was always Joe's passion. Preceding him in death was his father, Juan B. in 1967; his mother, Teresa Gurule Zamora in 2001; and his son, Dominic in 1957. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Bertha of the family home in Peralta; his five children, Greg and his wife, Nadine of San Jose, CA; Camille Gurule of Socorro, NM; Michelle T. Gurule; Lorena Herrera and her husband, Robert of Peralta; and Jose G. Baires and his wife, Cecelia of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Stephanie Smith and her husband, Chris of Albuquerque; Sean Gurule of Gulfport, MS; Marcos and Daniel Herrera, both of Peralta; one great-grandson, Gage Michael; and three sisters, Eligia Torres; Luge Aragon and her husband, Joe; and Vangie Molina and her husband, Herminio. Joe is also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncle, and cousins. All services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta beginning with a viewing on Friday, May 10, 2002 at 5:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, May 11, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. with interment in the Valencia Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Marcos Roberto and Daniel Jose Herrera, Rudy Aragon, Edgar E. Bustamante, Chris Smith, and Salomon MolinA. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM 87002.
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Harkins -- Jean Kari Harkins, 68, resident of Albuquerque, NM for 32 years, formerly of Milwaukee, WI passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2002. She was preceded in death by her husband, of 39 years, James Kenneth Harkins on November 27, 1989; her father, Leonard Halverson; two daughters, Sandra Jean Harkins and Michelle Marie Harkins. She is survived by three children, Jamie Harkins and fiancee, Benny Sedillo, Wendy Gallegos and husband, Steve Gallegos and son, Michael Harkins all of Albuquerque. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, Christina and Sheri Harkins, Leann, Raymond and Ruben Nieto, Erin Harkins, Daniel Buettner of 29 Palms, CA, Kari Buettner of Allenhuyrst, GA; one great-granddaughter, Mariah King and her mother, Wave Westfall; one great-grandson, Jose Angel Godina; granddaughter, Patricia Godina and husband, Jose all of Albuquerque; two sisters, Selma Oliver of Rio Rancho, NM and Rose Siperrko of Albuquerque, NM and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service was held Friday, May 10, 2002 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, 729 San Mateo NE, Albuquerque, NM. A reception followed the Memorial Service at the family home. Arrangements have been provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE Albuqueruqe 256-9400.
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Hogue -- John T. Hogue, passed away at Lovelace Medical Center May 9, 2002 after a long illness. He was born in Minneapolis, MN on February 12, 1926. He is survived by his wife, Ellen R. Hogue whom he married November 24, 1944; he is also survived by two sons, Richard and wife, Barbara, Thomas and wife, Lori; one daughter, Lori Truster and husband, Mathew; four grandchildren, Michael, Nicholas, Melissa and Tommy Hogue all of Albuquerque, NM; numerous nieces and nephews. John was treasurer and Past Master of Sandia Mountain Lodge #72 AF&AM, Scottish Rite Mason 32nd Degree Knights Commander of the Court of Honor, past president of South Central Jurisdictional United Methodist Men. Visitation will be held from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday, May 13, 2002 at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at First United Methodist Church 4th & Lead SW. Interment will take place at 10:00 am, Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe NM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Carlisle Plaza United Methodist Church P.O. Box 36528, Albuquerque, NM, 87176-6528. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors is handling the arrangements.
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Kelsey -- In Loving Memory of Norman K."Ken" Kelsey October 25, 1924 - May 11, 2001 Loving husband, father, and grandfather. We miss you and love you. Rest in peace.
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Najera -- Mass of Christian Burial for Carmen Najera will be celebrated on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW, 243-5222.
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Richardson -- Terry Richardson July 17, 1961 - May 11, 2001 A Year Ago TodayA year ago today, I cried & cried, for a year ago today my husband, my best friend died.I miss Terry more with each passing day, how I wish I could change a year ago this May.Time goes by so slow, the days are so long, but they tell me with time the pain will be gone.This may be true, what they say, but I can't imagine feeling any other way. Even with more time; like a year from today.My heart will always be with the man that I married, for when he went to heaven, with him my soul he carried.To love again, I'm not sure that I can, he would have to be as incredible of a man, as the one that I lost, a year ago today. I love you Terry, Carmela
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Richardson -- Terry Richardson July 17, 1961 - May 11, 2002My world stopped turning May 11, 2001. The angels came and took my only son. God took your hand and released your pain, but He broke our hearts. Heaven got a special gift when God choose you, Terry. You never deserved all you went through. I touch your picture morning and night, say,"I love you, son". Every penny I see on the ground I pick up knowing you're saying,"I love you, mom". Terry, you will always be forever young in my heart. The tears flow every day yet I know no more pain could you take. I love and miss you so much son. Special blessings to two special Hospice Angels, Eadie and Nancy and to cancer nurse, Leann. Your mother, Jody.
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Sanchez -- A final visitation for Mr. Jose I. Sanchez will be Saturday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at San Martin Catholic Church , 8301 Camino San Martin SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father James Vance. Cremation to follow. Interment of cremains will take place at a later time. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Thieman -- William Daniel"Bill" Thieman Jr., age 55, died at home on Tuesday, May 7, 2002. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2002 at Steed-Todd Chapel, Clovis, NM, Pastor Brad Rigney and Constantine Xamis officiating. Memorial Services in Higginsville will be announced for a later date in June 2002. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society.
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Trujillo -- A final viewing for Mr. Pete Trujillo will be Saturday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Anthony Bolman and Monsignor Fred Stadtmueller. Interment will follow at the Los Padillas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Trini Moya PFN/FS, George Martinez PSD/FN, Ray Wright GK/DD, Jose M. Valdez Jr. FM, Willie Miera PDD/FM and Mel Jaramillo PSD/M. Honorary will be, Tomas Yanes and all his grandchildren. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Turrietta -- Richard Turrietta died Thursday, May 9, 2002 in Albuquerque at the age of 75. He is survived by his brother, Fernandez Turrietta of Albuquerque; and his sisters, Estefinita Montoya, Gertrude Turrietta both from Albuquerque; a special nephew and Godson, Reynaldo Castillo of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Richard Turrietta will be held Monday at Ascension Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Los Padillas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John, Joe Joe, Greg, Ruben, Paul, and David. A Rosary will be held on Sunday at 7:00 p.m. there will be a Visitation from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third ST. SW.
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Vallejos -- Lupe Vallejos, 78, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, May 8, 2002. She is survived by her daughters, Carole Herrera and husband, Sosimo of Albuquerque and Dianna Vallejos of Las Vegas, NV; son, Andrew Vallejos and wife, Marianne; daughters, Jennie Brito and husband, Jimmy, all of Albuquerque, Dolly Lara and husband, Billy of Sacramento, CA, and son, Victor Vallejos and wife, Yvonne of Albuquerque; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Perfie Padilla and Alice Martinez and husband, Robert, all of Socorro. She was preceded in death by her husband, Isidro Vallejos in 1998. Rosary will be recited Sunday, May 12, 2002, 7:00 pm., at Our Lady of The Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee NE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, May 13, 2002, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of The Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee NE, with Father Louis Jaramillo, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, May 12, 2002, 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Whitehead -- Theodore J. Whitehead, age 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died Thursday in a local hospital. He is survived by his wife, Leta of the family home; brother, Donald (Lucille) of Las Cruces, NM; nieces, Diane Cowden of Riverton, Iowa, Faydean Smith of Hamburg, Iowa; and other nieces and nephews from Albuquerque. Retired from LANL in 1982 as an Airport Supervisor. Following cremation a Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 13, 2002 in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling arrangements for Theodore.
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