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Apodaca -- The family of Damacio Apodaca Jr. would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Manuel Viera, Holy Family Catholic Church, celebrant of the Mass, to Mrs. Martha Herrera for reciting the Rosary; to Sandia Hospice for their care and kindness and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Ayres -- Betty J. Ayres of Meadow Lake, NM, passed away June 11, 2002. She was born in Broken Bow, OK, August 7, 1928. She will be greatly missed by her family and loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cledia Wright, Joe Hough, Louis Tartaglia; and brother, Joe Erick. Survivors include her husband, Cecil; sons, Erick and wife, Sharon of Chandler, AZ, Rick and wife, Kathy of Broken Bow, OK and Rock of Meadow Lake, NM; sisters, Luanne Case of Brighton, CO., Helen Davis of Albuquerque; brother, Jim Wright of Mesa, AZ; stepmother, Ruth Hough of Broken Bow, OK; brother, Joe Hough Jr. of Carthage, TX; sisters, Virginia Kemp and Mary Hill of Broken Bow, OK. She is also survived by grandchildren, Justin Ayres, Travis Ayres, Ericka Ghahreman, Troy Ayres, Melissa Shelton; and great-grandson, Coby Shelton; many nieces and nephews; and Vincente Garcia of Meadow Lake, NM, a very good friend of Betty and Cecil for many years. At her request, no Services are to be held. Donations may be made to the Cancer Society or Lovelace Hospice. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Bish -- Robert LeRoy Bish passed away on June 10, 2002 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, two days after his 85th birthday. He joins his wife, Paula; and their first daughter, Pamela Dawn, who died when she was just a few days old. He left behind two children, Robert D. Bish of Farmington, NM and Jill Shortencarier and husband, Mickey of Albuquerque, NM; five grandchildren, Hillary Bish of Albuquerque, Jon Collis of Golden, CO, Jamie Rogers and husband, Zach of Denver, CO, Steven Collis and wife, Jerusha of Provo, UT, and Michaelann Shortencarier of Albuquerque; and one great-granddaughter, Grace Elizabeth Rogers of Denver; he is also survived by one sister, Doris Weaver and husband, Jim of Stamford, CT; two brothers, Donald and wife, Nancy of Roswell, NM and Paul E. and wife, Geneva of Albuquerque; and dozens of friends who knew him by many names from"Papa" to"one of The Legends." He was born on June 8, 1917 in Liberal, Kansas to LeRoy Earl and Minnie Petty Bish. He moved to Las Vegas, New Mexico in 1923 when he was six, and his father found work at a butter factory where he made 40 dollars a week to support a family with five children. LeRoy delivered milk bottles and worked with his father for spending money. During the 1920's, he spent his days building model airplanes and reading every story he could about the pilots that flew during the Great War. The Flying Aces, the Curtis Flying Boat, the Battle of Verdun-these were the stories LeRoy learned to love, and flying became his dream. During the Depression, his teenage years, his dream intensified. Whether helping his father make cream or sitting in class, he envisioned himself high in the clouds, flying inside the real version of one of his models. In 1937, he enrolled at the University of New Mexico and later transferred to New Mexico Highlands University, where he met his future bride. Five years passed. For the world those years meant Pearl Harbor, the Nazis, World War II, friends who came home, and friends who didn't. For most young men they meant enlistment, delusions of grandeur, battle. For LeRoy they meant three times of rising hope and three times of disappointment. He enlisted in the army as a pilot in 1938 and was given a medical discharge from Moffitt Field just a few months later due to migraines. He returned to Las Vegas and while"jerking sodas" downtown, was asked by the Navy to fly for them. After training and time in Long Beach, Jacksonville, and Corpus Christi; after 100 hours in the air, he was discharged again because of migraines. He tried to enlist a third time but was again rejected. Every discharge was for medical reasons, and each remarked that he was of"outstanding character." At the end of the five years, he found himself working in the Navy's assembly and repair department in Corpus Christi, Texas. On February 9, 1942 LeRoy married Paula Bloomfield from whom he later learned a valuable lesson about money-"The money she made was hers. The money I made was ours." The following decades brought the end of the war; three children; a position for $120 a month with Continental Airlines, which at the time had only three planes; a job with the Civil Aeronautics Administration; and a six-year stint as owner of a trading post in Mancos Creek, Colorado. In 1962, he rejoined the Federal Aeronautics Administration (formerly the CAA) as an air traffic controller at Truth or Consequences, NM. In 1964, he transferred to the Department of Defense as a Range Controller at Stallion Site, White Sands Missile Range. He retired from WSMR as Chief of the Stallion Site station. In his later years, LeRoy watched his grandchildren grow and go to college. A self-proclaimed"desert rat," he toured with his wife across the highways of the Southwest in their motor home, his golf clubs in hand, his driving cap on his head. Between 1992 and 1996, he suffered a stroke that left him blind in one eye, developed macular degeneration, worked through knee surgery, and lost his wife of 54 years. And yet he never stopped inviting his friends over for steak, and they never stopped wanting to go. For those who knew him, his house was the place to be. Though alive before even television was invented, he learned to surf the internet, download pictures, and master word processors, all while legally blind. He bridged the generation gap and was friends with people of all ages, from all walks of life. He continued to golf, talk of flying, and make people laugh. And just a week before his body gave out for good, it was no surprise that he was talking to his nurses about the 100 hours he flew in Long Beach and Jacksonville. Six months before he died, when asked in an interview what lesson he would like to pass on to his posterity, he said simply:"Get along with people. I always tried not to offend anyone." Those who knew him know he succeeded. He will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service following cremation will be held in Socorro, NM, his home of 38 years. The service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2002, at the LDS chapel, El Camino Real, Socorro, NM. The family is grateful for the loving care given to LeRoy by Sandia Hospice nurses and staff. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Protective Association of Socorro, P.O. Box 451, Socorro, NM 87801, or the charity of one's choice.
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Brock -- Stephen L. Brock, age 86, of Roy, New Mexico, died Friday, June 14, 2002. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at Berardinelli Family Chapel. Interment will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, 984-8600
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Buenabenta -- Louis Christopher Buenabenta Sr., age 76, a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend was called home to the Lord our Savior, Wednesday, June 12, 2002, while surrounded by his loving family. Louis was a resident of Bernalillo; a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church; a proud Veteran of the United States Navy who served our country during World War II. Louis retired from the Bernalillo School System; he was a Santero, a Historian, Author; and a true Humanitarian. He will always be remembered by his kindness and for his love for live. Louis leaves behind his loving wife of 49 years, Josie Buenabenta of the family home; his wonderful children, Louise Deborah Buenabenta; Jules Buenabenta, Rene Buenabenta, Louis Buenabenta, Jr.; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Manuel Benta; many other relatives and a host of friends. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who knew and loved him. Final viewing for Louis will be Monday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 9:25 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Michael Buenabenta, Robert Benta, Gene Chavez, Richard Gurule, Frankie Trujillo, and Avelino Antillon. Military honors will be accorded by the New Mexico Honor Guard. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW, 898-3160.
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Chavez -- The Family of Jose B. Chavez 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 with a special thanks to the Anna Kaseman hospital 800 Unit and Dr. Benjamin Chan for all their care and support. Thank you so much. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors was in charge of his arrangements.
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Cody -- Marion L. Cody, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950 passed away peacefully on June 3, 2002 in her home after a long illness. She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Cody; sister, Janie Ralston; nieces, Anne Moore and Barbara Mitchinson; nephews, Peter Ralston, Bill Cody and Jim Cody. Psalm 23:6,"Surely goodness and love will follow me all the day's of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." Cremation has taken place. No Services will be held. The family would like to thank all the friends who have sent cards, flowers, books, gifts of food and those who have spent time visiting during her illness. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico, 891-8200.
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Dalton -- Johnny A. Dalton, a devoted father, husband and Rock of Gibraltar to his family, a resident of Alamogordo since 1936, died peacefully on Thursday, June 13, 2002, at the age of 88. Johnny was born April 9, 1914 in El Paso. He moved to Alamogordo in 1936 to work for Southwest Lumber Company and later formed an insurance and real estate firm, The Dalton Agency. For many years he and his wife Eve were sole proprietors of this thriving business which treated employees like immediate family and the community like extended family. As a tribute to the vitality of the real estate sector of their business, Johnny and Eve were recognized as Alamogordo Realtors of the Year in 1986. Johnny was a charter member of the Alamogordo Noon Lions Club, a Past Master of Sacramento Lodge #24, A.F. & A.M., Ballut Abyad Shrine, an the B.P.O. Elks Lodge #1897. He ofter said with conviction and pride,"We are small town folks. We help each other." He may have been a"small town folk" but his curious mind journeyed far. He loved words and delighted in subtle, humorous twists on words. For many years his day began with crossword puzzles. He spoke a good bit of Spanish and liked to give the words a twist. So, hasta luego became hasty lumbago, tengo bastante became all bastantied up, and so on. National Geographic was his mainstay to satisfy his curiosity about the world; lying on his back on warm summer nights with his"little tads" identifying constellations, he wondered at the mysteries of the worlds beyond; and he delighted in local, region, national and world history. He derived great pleasure from driving about Otero County recounting snippets of history related to mining, lumbering, ranching, and acts of generosity, chicanery and skullduggery. Somewhere along the journey, be it though greasewood or ponderosa pines, he would inevitably say with appreciation border on a love affair,"This is God's country." On June 13, 2002, Johnny Dalton, beckoned by his darling wife Eve, left Otero County for God's country beyond. They are once more inseparable. She could wait nor longer, but her gain is our loss. Hasty Lumbago, Johnny! Survivors include his loving children, John F. Dalton and his wife Cathy of Denver, Colorado, Jolene Maes and her husband Wayne of Corrales, and Bobbie Brister of Ruidoso; grandchildren, Dotty Nelson of Corrales, Tim Maes and his wife Catherine of Minnetonka, Minnesota, Heidi and Laurie Dalton of Long Beach, California, Shelly Malone and her husband Jackie of London, England, Jimmy Brister of El Paso, and Jolene Brister of Houston, Texas; and great grandchildren, Bryan, Connor and Parker Malone of London, England, Aaron and Michael Dalton of Long Beach, California, and Brett and Sutart Maes of Minnetonka, Minnesota. The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to Mariana Wills and her family, daughter Paulina and husband Dennis, who provided loving care for the past ten years, and to grandson Jimmy Brister, Johnny's constant companion for the past several months. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years, Eve, on June 13, 1992. Johnny and Eve were inseparable. Since her death he has visited her gravesite daily. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 1 p.m. in the Hamilton-O'Dell Chapel with the Rev. Tom Richardson officiating. Interment will follow in Monte Vista Cemetery. Friends may call today from 2 until 4 p.m. at Hamilton-O'Dell Funeral Home, 1334 N. Scenic Dr., Alamogordo. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, c/o Laura Harris, 8420 Ashton Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122. END OF OBIT
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Draper -- Ann A. Draper, 76, died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 12, 2002 after a long illness. She was born in Maine, and moved with her parents to Montana, where she grew up and met her husband, Arnold. They moved to Albuquerque in 1950, and lived here the rest of their lives. Arnold pre-deceased her in 1980. In addition to being a loving mother and grandmother, Ann was always very active in the community, working with the First Congregational Church, Campfire Girls, The Storehouse, The Little School, and other community groups. She will be missed. Ann is survived by her children Susan Kauffman of Houston, TX; Addie Draper of Mountainair; and Lincoln Draper of Albuquerque; and by her grandchildren, Matthew Draper, Maia Draper, and Morgan Kauffman. In lieu of flowers, please send a contribution to The Storehouse, 106 Broadway, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, or to the ALS Association, 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 150, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301. A Memorial Service will be held at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2801 Lomas Blvd., NE, on Saturday, June 22, 2002 at 11:30 a.m.
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Droelle -- Thomas (Tom) O. Droelle, age 56, a beloved and devoted husband, father, brother and friend was welcomed into the arms of the Lord our Savior, Thursday, June 13, 2002, while surrounded by his loving family. Tom was a resident of Albuquerque; he retired as a proud Veteran of the United States Air Force, where he was awarded the"Man of the Year." He enjoyed fishing, camping, and especially refinishing furniture; but best of all he loved his family. Tom will always be remembered by the kids around the block as the"Popsicle Man" each time he'd open his garage door, the neighborhood children would go to him because they knew he had popsicles for them. He was preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Carmen Droelle; two sisters, Joan Van Ittersum and Jackie La Forest. Tom leaves behind his loving wife of 33 years, Gloria Droelle of the family home; his precious children, Thomas Droelle, Jr. and wife, Lisa, and Michele Droelle and fiancée, Kurt Schoenholzer. Also surviving are three sisters, Carol Knellwitz and husband, Dick, Nancy Hunley and husband, Hubert, Pat Aguanno and husband, John; two brothers, Frank Droelle and wife, Jane, and Robert Droelle; many other relatives, and a host of friends. Tom will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who knew and loved him. Visitations will be held Monday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd., NE, with Fr. Richard Olona as celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. Casket bearers will be Steve Larranaga, Arnold Chavez, Ed Finley, Ron Baca, Lidio Holguin, Bob Armijo, Diego Armijo, and Jim Armijo. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW.
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Drott -- Daniel Richard Drott, 66, a former Albuquerque and Belen State Farm Agent passed away on June 9, 2002. A wonderful husband, dad, grandpa and friend. His loving wife and best friend of 43 years, Sally Ann Calder Drott; six children; and seven wonderful grandchildren survive Dan. After leaving the Air Force, Dan moved to Albuquerque and started what was to be a long and successful career as an agent for State Farm Insurance. He retired in Houston after 34 years with State Farm. Visitation will be on Sunday, June 16, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE. He will be buried in the National Cemetery in Santa Fe on Monday June 17, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling his arrangements.
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Fulcher -- Dr. William Hall Fulcher, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, June 9th, 2002. He was born on May 6th, 1933 in Mobile, Alabama to William Walton and Lois Evangeline Fulcher. He entered the Air Force in 1951 and served in Indochina and the Philippines as a sergeant until his release in 1955. After returning to the States, he graduated from Auburn University in 1958 with a degree in Engineering Physics. He moved to Albuquerque and work at Sandia Labs from 1958 to 1970 as an engineer. During this time he was an active member of the Sandia Peak Ski Patrol and the local mountain rescue team. He entered medical school at the University of New Mexico in 1970 and graduated in 1974. He completed his residency in orthopedics in Tucson, Arizona. He then moved to Lincoln, Nebraska and practiced orthopedics until his retirement in 1955 due to health problems. He returned to Albuquerque in 1998. He is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, William A. and Julie Fulcher in Sandia Park, New Mexico, and John and Joleen Fulcher of Shawnee, Kansas; daughters, Michelle Fulcher of Lawrence, Kansas, Danielle and Megan Fulcher of Lincoln, Nebraska; a stepdaughter, Suzette Vigil of Hobbs, New Mexico; one step-granddaughter; and one great step-granddaughter. Private family services were held at his son's home in Sandia Park on June 12th. The family requests that any memorials be made in the form of a donation to your local library to honor his love of history and reading.
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Garcia -- Nasario P. Garcia, March 9, 2001.Dear Dad, This father's day I am feeling very sad, because I don't have you here. But I find comfort in knowing you are not suffering anymore and you are at peace. Thank you for making me the person I am today. You taught me respect and to treat others the way you want to be treated. I am trying my best to pass this legacy down to your grandchildren. Happy Fathers Day, Daddy. Con Carino tu hija, Terry.
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Gilliam -- George Gilliam Happy Father's Day We love and miss you Andrea Gilliam and family
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Gross -- Charles A. Gross, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, Gallup, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque died Thursday, June 16, 2002. At the time of his death he was visiting his younger brother in Lexington, Kentucky. He was predeceased by his father, Robert H. Gross Jr.; and his mother, Louise A. Gross. He is survived by his sister, Lou Anne Giese and her husband, Don Giese, Albuquerque; his brother, Robert H. Gross III and his wife, Louise, Bluffton, SC; younger brother, Peter E. Gross and his wife, Alexandria, Lexington, KY. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews as well as some great-nieces and nephews. Charles requested he be cremated and that donations be given to American Cancer Assoc., your favorite charity or to the Hospice of Blue Grass, 2312 Alexandria Dr. Lexington, KY.
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Hibben -- Frank C. Hibben, archaeologist, anthropologist, author, outdoor adventurer, big-game hunter and philanthropist, died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 11, 2002 at his Albuquerque home. Born on December 5, 1910 in Lakewood, Ohio, Dr. Hibben was the son of Fredrick Martin Hibben and Lucy West Hibben. Of Scottish decent, Hibben's ancestors first settled in America in the late 1600s and later in the area of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The"Hibben House" (1755) still stands at 111 Hibben Street, the oldest on the Mount Pleasant side of the Charleston peninsula. The Hibben Presbyterian Church of Mount Pleasant holds regular services to this day. Frank Hibben first came to New Mexico in the mid-1930s on an expedition to collect small mammals and birds for the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. A 1933 Princeton University archaeology graduate, Hibben was so fascinated by the Native American cliff dwellings that he decided to attend graduate school at the University of New Mexico and make New Mexico his home. Dr. Hibben received a master's degree in zoology with field studies of the mountain lion from the University of New Mexico in 1936. He continued his education at Harvard, receiving his Ph.D. in archaeology in just one year, and then returned to New Mexico to begin his teaching career at UNM. During World War II, Hibben served as an admiral's aide in Washington, D.C. His duties were to memorize battle plans and carry them--only in his mind--to the commanding officers in the various war theaters. Following the war, Hibben devoted much of his time creating a museum of anthropology at UNM. He persuaded a friend, Gil Maxwell, who had discovered the San Juan oil field in northwestern New Mexico, to donate 50,000 shares of Occidental Petroleum stock, along with a collection of Navajo rugs, to the University. This was the beginning of the University's Maxwell Museum, of which Hibben served as director from 1961 to 1971. Beginning in 1946, Hibben made a number of trips to Africa for archaeological field work. He worked with Louis and Mary Leakey in their excavations in northern Kenya. Hibben was also a world renowned big-game hunter, setting many world records. As chairman of the Albuquerque Zoological Board (1960-1970), director of the Albuquerque Zoo (1977) and chairman of the New Mexico State Game and Fish Commission (1961-1971), Hibben was instrumental in introducing numerous exotic species to the wilds of New Mexico. Granted full-professor status at UNM in 1952, Hibben continued his lifelong love of teaching and, until recently, kept office hours and lectured. At the time of his death, Dr. Hibben held the title of Professor Emeritus. In 1994, the University honored Hibben with the Zimmerman Award, which is given to an alumnus who has"made a significant contribution to the world and has brought fame and honor to the University and state." Hibben was predeceased by his wife, Eleanor"Brownie" Hibben; his son, Patrick Hibben; and his two brothers. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn; his lifelong friend and helper, Nora Chino Wilson of Acoma Pueblo; and his stepchildren. Hibben's writings were first published in 1936. Over the ensuing decades, he authored hundreds of articles and numerous books dealing with the anthropology and archaeology of Europe, Africa, the United States and the American Southwest and on big-game hunting. Some of his books include The Lost Americans (1946), Treasure in the Dust (1951), Prehistoric Man in Europe (1958), Digging Up America (1960), Hunting in Africa (1962), Kiva Art of the Anasazi (1975) and a series of limited editions including the most recent Under the African Sun (1999). His articles appeared in the Saturday Evening Post, Reader's Digest, Field and Stream, Outdoor Life, the Denver Post, Empire and many sporting magazines and professional periodicals. During the last few years of his life, Hibben developed the plans for the Hibben Center at UNM and supplied the funding for the three-story complex nearing completion on the western edge of the campus next to the Maxwell Museum. The Hibben Center will be devoted to archaeological study and graduate research and will house collections Hibben discovered during the excavations of Pottery Mound. The Center will also be the home of the Hibben Trust, which will furnish annual grants to students working in the field of archaeological research. Visitation will be Sunday, June 16, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Avenue SE, Albuquerque. Services for Frank Hibben will be Monday, June 17, 3:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, (one block north of Central and I-25), Albuquerque, with a reception following in Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, should friends wish, memorial gifts can be made to UNM for the Hibben Trust for scholarships, c/o The University of New Mexico Foundation, Inc., 700 Lomas NE, Suite 200, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131.
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Holman -- Eleanor Holman, 86, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, June 11, 2002. She is survived by her sons, Robert G. Holman and wife, Connie and William"Red dog" Holman, all of Albuquerque; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mrs. Holman was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell C."Red" Holman; and son, Kelly Holman. She retired as a schoolteacher. Special thanks to Albuquerque Care Center and Judy Hart. Cremation has taken place. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Hults -- Jim Hults Dad, time has flown by so fast, it's almost three months since you passed. We miss you & think about you in everything we do. We love & appreciate you for just being you. You were the best dad we could have ever had! We know you're watching over us, making sure we're all ok. We just wanted to thank you & wish you a Happy Fathers Day Dad!! Love from your son, Randy & daughters, Gina & Sharon
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Johnson -- Wesley A. Johnson June 12, 1925 - November 26, 1998Almost four years have passed since you returned to your heavenly home. A short time; a lifetime. But memories are here everywhere, everyday. We know of your visits, the pups tell mom so. Miss you so much. Looking forward to our glorious reunions. Love you always, your wife, Billie, and family, Carol, Don, Claudia, Bill & Bob.
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Johnson -- William E. Johnson, 97, born on a farm outside of Minden, NE on May 22, 1904. W.E. Johnson passed away May 20, 2002 with his wife at his side. He graduated from the University of Nebraska with a degree in Rural Economics. WWII was spent as a USAF Captain. Retiring from auto parts distributing in Santa Barbara, CA, he became a respected authority in early coinage of the U.S. While there, he earned three PGA tour Hole-in-One trophies. He moved to Albuquerque in 1981 where he was a founding member of the Natural History Museum and a lifetime member of the Tom Popejoy Society. He is survived by his wife, Marguerite Hover Johnson; and step-daughter, Donna York and her husband, John, of Albuquerque; nephews, Douglas McCallum of Redmond, WA, Jim McCallum of Bethesda, MD; nieces, Jean Morgan of Hillsboro, OR, and Helen Kaldor of Rockville, MD; cousins, Dorothy Kester of Kearney, NE and Ruth Woodrick of Columbus, NE. A Memorial Service will be held at the Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village Health Care Center, Activity Room, 5201 Roman Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM on Monday, June 17, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village Health Care Center. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico, 891-8200.
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Lovato -- Larry Michael Lovato Jr. August 25, 1979 - June 16, 2000Perhaps they are not the stars but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. We miss you so much, Mickey (Larry). We know that you're with the Lord and when we look to the Heavens, we know you're smiling down upon us. Love & miss you, Your family (Lakers won again for you,"Lil Shaq" Dad)
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Martinez -- Margaret Martinez, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1930, died Friday, June 14, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Bruno Martinez of the family home; sons, Bernardino and wife, Marie of Tijeras, Robert and wife, Roberta of Albuquerque; daughter, Dolores Martinez and husband, Ralph of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Elodia Aguilar of National City, CA, Isabelle Terrazas, and Rachel Medina. She is preceded in death by her sisters, Christina Arias, Cesaria Sanchez, Vincentita Arias; brothers, Joe Estudillo, Lalo Arias; and 2 grandchildren, Daniel and Virginia Martinez. Mrs. Martinez was a member of Our Lady of Annunciation Church. Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University NE. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, with Father Ronald Bruckner, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ralph Martinez, Robert Martinez Jr., Carlos Arias, Domonic Martinez, Leonard Martinez, and Raymond Padilla. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Mayfield -- BABY CAITLIN ESTRELLA MAYFIELD June 17, 1993 In Loving MemoryA rose's brief, bright life of joy, such unto her was givenBaby Caitlin, so tiny and sweet; you touched our hearts. Your life was brief, but the love you left behind lives forever.Loving you always, Mommy, Daddy, brother and sister, Agnes, Michael, Thomas and Annie
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Mcallister -- Lorena McAllister, age 69, passed away on June 12, 2002. She was preceded in death by her parents, Benedicto and Ofelia Otero, her husband, Gene and son, Eugene. She is survived by one son, Benny; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three brothers, David and wife, Lora, Louis and wife, Eleanor, and Benny Otero; six sisters, Mary Holler, Esther Otero, Susan Cordova, Anita Haduca, Amada Rodriquez, and Pauline Sedillo; many nieces, nephews. We will all miss her. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 17, 2002, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Mcdermott -- Robert E. McDermott, 75, died Tuesday, June 11, 2002. He was born in St. Paul, MN on May 17, 1927. He attended MacAllister College in St. Paul and served for two years in the U.S. Army Occupational Forces in Japan. In 1948, he married his beloved wife of 54 years, Loretta. They have lived in Albuquerque since 1955. He worked as a mechanical designer for Sandia Corporation. He is survived by his wife, Loretta; son, Kit and wife, Tricia of Simsbury, CT; grandson, Daniel and granddaughters, Eslie and Alyn; son, Stacy and wife, Kay Kay of Edgewood, NM; grandsons, Jesse, and David and Scott Meyers. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Bert and Marjorie McGovern of Albuquerque, sister-in-law, Marcia Rotello of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob's great love was music. He was a gifted jazz musician, singer and guitar player. For many years he played with some of the best Albuquerque jazz musicians and in later years continued to play with friends. He was also a skilled craftsman, working with his wife, Loretta, to create icons, build dollhouses and furniture. He loved the outdoors and working in his gardens. He was a loving husband and father, and a good neighbor. Bob knew the Lord and was a parishioner at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. A memorial funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 17, 2002, at 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Indian School and Martha NE. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Flowers in his memory may be sent to St. Bernadette Catholic Church.
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Murphy -- Frances E. Murphy, 90, went to heaven on May 30, 2002. She was greeted in heaven by her husband, Dean Sr.; her granddaughter, Alissa Beth; and many friends and relatives who preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Diana (Louis) Enenstein, Hoff Est II. and their daughters, Jennifer, Kristen and Kira; her son, Dean Jr. (Carol) and their sons, David and Douglas. She was a longtime member of St. Bernadette's Church. She was in Chicago at the time of her death and a celebration of her life and Mass of Christian Burial took place at St., Hubert, Hoffman Estates, Ill. The Albuquerque Memorial Service is scheduled on Tuesday, June 18, 2002, 11:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, with Deacon Al McClane presiding. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, Fran wanted donations in her name to go to the Good Shepherd Center Auxiliary P.O. box 25331. Albuquerque, NM 87125-0331 and to St. Bernadette's Church. 1800 Martha N.E. 87112.
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Norman -- A Memorial Service celebrating the life of longtime Albuquerque resident Patricia L. Norman will be held Saturday, June 22, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at First Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle NE, Albuquerque NM 87110. Please see full obituary information in May 25 Journal.
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Padilla -- ELIGIO J. PADILLA August 7, 1918-June 24, 1994 Beloved Dad
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Perez -- Perhaps you brought or served food. Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a floral piece, if so, we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friends could say, perhaps you were not there at all, just thought or prayed for us that day. Whatever the part the Lord had you play to console our hearts, we thank you so much, and may He bless each one of you. The family of"Don" Jose Perez. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Powell -- John M. Powell, Jr., 58, a resident of Albuquerque for the last four years, died on June 15, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Jessica of Albuquerque; daughters, Elizabeth Powell and Shannon M. Powell of Honeoye Falls, New York; sons, David Powell and wife, Renee of St. Mary's, GA and John Powell and wife, Karen of Victor, NY; sister, Hope McBride and husband, Jim; grandchildren, Chelsea, Sydney, Kenny, Perry, and Josh. John was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the U.S. Navy as a SEAL. He was a former professional boxer. John worked in the automotive industry for over 30 years. He was a partner in ATcon working as a consultant. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle in New Mexico. Private Disposition has taken place. French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
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Rund-Nardacci -- Jennifer Rund-Nardacci, 35, a resident of Albuquerque for 15 years passed away June 11, 2002. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. She is survived by her husband of 13 years, Nicholas Nardacci, M.D.; daughter, Jenica Nardacci; parents, Harvey and Carol Rund; one brother; two sisters; and paternal grandfather, Morris Rund. Private Memorial Services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Albuquerque Rescue Mission, 509 2nd St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Russey -- Belen Lopez Russey, 49, passed away in her home on June 11, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Earl Gene Russey; daughters, Patricia Spikes, Genee Russey, Raquel Russey and Kiana Russey; mother, Antonia Ruiz Lope; sisters, Alice Harris and Alice Levario. Her father, Adolfo P. Lopez, preceded her in death. Services will be held Monday, June 17, 2002, 11:00 a.m, at the Family Worship Center, 5200 Iliff NW, with interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Sanchez -- Ignacio Sanchez HAPPY FATHER'S DAY DAD You are in our memories today and everyday We miss you so much & wish you could be with us physically to celebrate your day We know you are with us in spirit. With all our loved forever, Your Family
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Sanchez -- Jennie C. Sanchez, 71, passed away June 15, 2002. Jennie was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 2, 1931 where she was a lifelong resident. She was the loving daughter of Sarafin and Lucy Candelaria. She is survived by her husband of 52 years of friendship and love, Silverio C. Sanchez. She is also survived by brother Onofre Candelaria and sisters, Dorothy Archibeque and Louise West. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Helen Padilla; and niece Evie Lyndsey. Jennie worked her entire career as a safe, reliable, and dedicated school bus contractor for Albuquerque Public Schools for 30 years. She enjoyed transporting children to and from school and seeing them grow into young adults. Jennie enjoyed seeing her loving family on a daily basis which brought her much joy and happiness. She will be greatly missed by her friends and loving family which includes daughters Janet Richesin and Judy Trujillo, grandchildren, Shannon Richesin, Shawn Richesin, Julia Padilla, Jessica Trujillo, and four great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held as follows, Rosary 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and funeral mass Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Church. Funeral arrangements by Salazar and Sons.
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Sanders -- Dorothy Sanders, 77, loving wife and mother, a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, died Tuesday, June 11, 2002. Born in Oklahoma on July 28, 1924, she was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Bessie Fisher; and husband, B. Gene Sanders. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Grigg and husband, Ed Schultz of Cedar Crest; nieces, Kathy Coffee and husband, Jimmy and their daughter, Karri Babb and Vickie Lewis and her sons, Sean, Dean and Aaron; brother, Joe Sanders; numerous other family members; and friends. Dorothy was a blessing to all who knew her and she will be greatly missed. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Monday, June 17, 2002, at 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Solis -- Guadalupe De Solis born December 12, 1926, passed away June 13, 2002. A loving mother and grandmother, she is survived by sons, Manuel Solis and wife, Luz Ellna Solis, Salvador Solis and wife, Mary Ann Solis, Joseph Solis and wife, Marly Solis; and daughter, Guadalupe Gonzales; she is also survived by 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; two sisters; and one brother. She will be missed dearly. Services will be held Sunday, June 16, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. 400 3rd St. SW.
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Soto -- Mr. Victor J. Soto, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on June 14, 2002 surrounded by his loved ones. A Rosary will be recited Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 820 Broadway SE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 10:00 a.m. also in the church. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, 729 San Mateo NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 (505) 256-9400
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Storm -- Helen Texanna Storm, age 90, a resident of Rio Rancho, NM for thirty years, went to be with our lord, June 13, 2002. Helen was preceded in death by her husband of almost sixty years, David, in 1997. She was born in Hensley, West Virginia April 11, 1912 to Minnie and James Garbett. She lived in New York until retiring to New Mexico in 1972. She is survived by her daughters, Joyce Bruning and husband, Bill, and Dorothy Schweizer, all of Rio Rancho; grandchildren Debby and husband Jon Blanchard of Texas, Beth and husband Carlos Pacheco of Texas, Bill Bruning of Los Lunas, Tonna Schweizer of Arizona, and Tom Schweizer and partner Christina of Arizona. She is also survived by great-grandchildren, Leanna and Sean Blanchard, BJ, Adam, and Audra Elias, Ashley and Payton Schweizer, Ryan and Carlyn Schweizer, and Kylie and Adrienne Pacheco. Also surviving is her special niece, Myrtle Cunningham of Indiana. She was loved by all who knew her and will be dearly missed. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, June 18th at 10:00 a.m. at Vista Verde Memorial Park, on Sara Rd., in Rio Rancho, with Reverend Don Neidigk of Calvary Lutheran Church. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society ( 891-8200
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Tesillo -- Victor Tesillo March 6, 1948 - June 16, 2001 A FATHER'S DAY PRAYERWe call him Dad or Daddy or Father or at times His own first name or a name special only to our Family, Whatever the name, he helped give us life And we thank you, dear God He protected us from harm, the real kind And the harm that came in our dreams He held us and loved us and even scolded us and We thank you, dear God. He taught us important things when we were little, And tried to tech us more as we got older... It was more difficult for him and for us then, Often ignored him and for those times Forgive us, dear God. He was there when we needed him, and even When we foolishly though we didn't need him He care in ways that remind us of your great care, Dear God, and we thank you. He loved us, dear God, and we thank you. And he taught us to do the same. Thank you, dear God for our fathers. Bless them with your love, this Father's Day. Bless them with your love, now, and in heaven. And a special thank you, Dear Father, Daddy, Dad of mine, for now and for Always, I LOVE YOU.HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to my Dad, your Dad, J.T. Give a big hug to mom, Ronnie, and Steven. From all of us. Adrian, Raymond, Armando, and Dee Dee.
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Thomson -- Junior G. Thomson June 16, 1926 February 8, 2002 It has been a hard four months without you, but we know you are watching over us. We will never look at June 16 or Father's Day in the same way. We miss you and love you even more. The Thomson Clan
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Torres -- Hilario J."Lalo" Torres a lifelong resident of Bernalillo passed on to his eternal life, Thursday, June 13, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Helen Torres; sons, Joe H. Torres and wife Orlinda, Jack S. Torres and wife Anna; daughters Margie Amiot and husband Steve, Gina Torres all of Bernalillo, and Liz Kirschner and husband Joel of Albuquerque; grandchildren Catarina, Hilario and Aurora Torres, David and Joseph LePre, Mario and Carlos Torres and Richie Kirschner; brother Richard Torres; sisters Lala de Baca and husband John, Pauline Blechner and husband, Al; and numerous relatives and friends. Lalo was a devoted member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. He owned and operated a grocery business for over 50 years. He served as Mayor of Bernalillo for 18 years, State Senator and Board Member of numerous social and political organizations. Lalo was instrumental in many improvements in the town including bringing the First Bank, Medical Clinic, Industrial Park and swimming pool, among many other projects. Lalo served honorably during WWII in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of Rotary Club, Board of Education, Democratic Party Leadership and St. Joseph Hospital Board to name a few. Rosary will be recited Sunday, June 16, 2002, 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Mass will be celebrated Monday, June 17, 2002, 12:00 noon at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ron Abousleman, Gary Abousleman, Hilario Torres, Mario Torres, David LePre, Steve Amiot, Pedro Atencio and Carlos Pino. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Alan Firestone, Gene Lermuseaux, Ruben Miera, Ken Brown, George Perez, and Reuben Montoya. Friends may visit Sunday, June 16, 2002, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the El Pueblo Health Service, Inc, in Lalo's name, PO Box 5730, Bernalillo, NM, 87004. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Wells -- Gary L. Wells died June 12th, 2002 at 12:15AM while being treated at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Gary was a real estate broker for Coldwell Banker Legacy, an avid guitarist, and a sports and car aficionado. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Becky, his children Kelly and Greg, his brother Steve, his Mother, Dorothy Wells Saavedra, and his 1965 Shelby GT-350. Gary will be missed by his family and many friends who made his life rich. In lieu of flowers Gary requested donations be made to the Mayo Foundation in Rochester, MN 55905. A memorial service will be held for friends and family at 11:00 AM, Monday, June 17th, at French Mortuary - Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd.
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