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Class -- Lois R. Class, 68, beloved mother, sister, and friend passed on to her eternal day, June 16, 2002. She was born in Cincinnati, OH and graduated from Lebanon High School and Ohio State University before moving to Albuquerque, NM in 1957. She is survived by her daughter, Karlen Blackman; and grandson, Ahjay of Edgewood, NM; brother, Dan Wunker of Barstow, CA; sister, Susanna Keller of Denver, CO; and brother, Dave Wunker of Santa Fe, NM. In addition to working for the Social Security Administration and teaching piano, Lois enjoyed an active intellectual life, having interests and talent in music, art, writing and literature. She died at her home in the care of her family. A Memorial Service will be held at the Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle Blvd. SE, on Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 11:00 a.m.
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Green -- James M. (Jim) Greene passed away peacefully Monday June 17, 2002. He was 72 years young. Jim had a wonderful sense of humor and loved a good joke. He managed to keep his sense of humor to the end. He was born April 4, 1930 to Charles Ralph and Letha C. Greene at Camden on Gauley, Beckly WV, he grew up in Middle River, MD. Both parents preceded him in death. Jim is survived by his wife of 47 years, Juanita Gayle; daughter, Sharon Coffin and her children, Susan and Gary; daughter, Karen Osment, her husband William (Ozzie), and their son, Jeffrey; daughter, Pamela Storey, her husband, Woody, and their daughters, Dana Nagle, and Denille and Lenell Storey. He is also survived by his precious pet, Bitsy. Jim joined the United States Air Force in 1949 serving during the Korean War. He met his wife Gayle while stationed at Kirtland AFB and they married in 1955. He retired from the Air Force after 20 years of service to his country in 1969. After his retirement from the military, Jim worked for several years as a local bartender retiring again in 1995. His love of flying was his real passion. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., on Wednesday, June 19, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Services will be held at French Mortuary on Thursday, June 20, at 11:00 a.m. with a luncheon following immediately after the service at Messiah Lutheran Church, 11515 Lomas Blvd. Private interment will take place Monday, June 24, at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Jim's family would like to extend special thanks to all of his caregivers that went above and beyond the call of duty to make him comfortable during his final weeks. Their love touched us in ways to numerous to list. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. Dad we love you and we will miss you. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Grissom -- Joann H. Grissom, 62, a resident of Albuquerque for 34 years, passed away Monday, June 17, 2002. She is survived by her son, J. Thomas Grissom of Lewiston, ID; daughter, Karen Wright of Tarpon Springs, FL; son, Stone Grissom of Gig Harbor, WA; mother, Minnie Lee Hudson of Cleveland, MS; and seven grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held this Thursday, 2:00 PM, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating.
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Harrison -- Cheryle Lynn Harrison, 40, loving mother, daughter, sister and friend, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2002. She was born in Orlando, FL and had lived in Albuquerque since 1969. She fought a hard battle, but our Lord called her home to fly with the angels. She was the devoted mother of three children whom she loved with all her heart. Cheryle was also the owner/director of Creative Kids Learning Center in Albuquerque for over ten years. She had a special gift for working with children and they adored her and she loved them. Cheryle shared with her family and all of her friends the love of ballooning and participated in chasing for many, many years. We will miss her dearly. Cheryle was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Harrison. She is survived by her three children, Crystal, Stephen and Jeremy Harrison all of Albuquerque; she was the beloved daughter of Joseph and Betty Harper both of Albuquerque; her sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and Joseph Lucero both of Albuquerque; her brothers, Joseph Harper III, and James Harper both of Albuquerque; her grandmother, Margaret Davis of Virginia; several aunts, uncles, cousins, one niece and four nephews. Services for Cheryle will be held at the Gate of Heaven Chapel, Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Joseph Harper III, Joseph Lucero, Curtis Miller, Paul Roensch, Carlos Larribas and Mike O'Neill.
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Hernandez -- Melquidez Hernandez, 95, went home to be the Lord on June 15, 2002. He was born on December 20, 1906. Visitations will be held on Thursday at Casa Del Rey Church from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a evening service to follow at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday at Casa Del Rey Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Fairview Memorial Park. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
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Lewis -- Theron Eugene Lewis, Jr., 30 years old, born May 25, 1972, died unexpectedly at his home on June 18, 2002. Theron was very creative, and he liked to work with his hands. He had a good sense of humor. Theron was a carpenter by trade. He was also a gentle spirited man who had faith in Christ. He has gone on to greener pastures to be with his heavenly Father. He was much loved by his family and will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Bobby Ray Harrison; his cousin, Paul Ausbun III; and his uncle, Brian T. MacGilvary. He is survived by his father, Theron E. Lewis, Sr.; mother, Bobbie Ann Lewis; sister, Dawn Lopez and husband, Joey; two nieces, Lelia and Brianna Lopez; grandmother, Margaret A. Harrison; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Theron will remain in the hearts of those who loved him forever. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Robert Gleason officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Joshua Bright, James Bright, Joey Lopez, Toby Barera, Grady Ramsey and Luke Ramsey. Honorary pallbearers will be Joey F. Lopez and Jeffery Castillo. Reception will follow committal service at Garfield Gospel Chapel, 2406 Garfield Ave. SE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Linz -- Ann D. Linz, 82, an Albuquerque resident since 1979, was called home to the Lord, our Savior, on Friday, June 14, 2002. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adolph Linz; and her sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Henry Seckler. She is survived by her brother, Konrad Dettweiler and family of Heinrichsheim, Germany; and sister-in-law, Hannah Dettweiler and family of New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada. She will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her. Mrs. Linz was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church and an honorary lifetime member and past Treasurer of the Chaparral Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association. Mrs. Linz and her husband Adolph owned and operated Linz Autohaus Mercedes-Benz dealership in Ft. Wayne, IN, prior to their retirement and move to Albuquerque. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2002, at 10:00 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 210 Alvarado Dr. SE, with Pastor John Heffelfinger officiating. Ennichment will be at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE.
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Martinez -- The family of Margaret Martinez thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Mason -- Rebecca Mason, age 91, died on June 14, 2002 in Albuquerque. A longtime resident of Pittsburgh, PA where she was a member of St. Luke Baptist Church, Mrs. Mason moved to Albuquerque in 1990 to be with her nephew and family, Pete and Sylvia Gibson and their daughter, Sharese. Mrs. Mason attended Calvary Chapel while residing in Albuquerque. She is survived by her nephew, Josh Gibson and wife, Gertrude of Pittsburgh, PA; great-nephews, Pete Gibson and wife, Sylvia and Josh Gibson III; great-nieces, Shelly Gibson and Candy Gibson; and great-great-niece, Sharese Gibson. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Funeral Services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Thursday in Chapel of Sandia with Pastor Sebastien Frappier of Calvary Chapel officiating. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Pete Gibson, Chester Fuller, Joe Montano, Bob Wade, Orlando"Cisto" Espinosa and Frank Ortega. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, 821-0010.
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Montoya -- Thomas D. Montoya April 15, 1960 - June 19, 2000We little knew that morning, That God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You left us peaceful and beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, You are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us, one by one, The chain will link again. Every penny I see on the ground I pick up knowing you're saying"I love you!" Thomas, you will be forever in our hearts. Your loving family
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Neeley -- O. Nelson Neeley, 83, a 43-year resident of Albuquerque, a loving Husband, Father, and grandfather, passed away, Sunday, June 16, 2002. Nelson was born in Pleasantville, OH, May 26, 1919. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Hazel; son, Greg and wife, Kathy; grandsons, Devin and Ryan of Farmington; sister, Betty Wilson of Pleasantville, OH; and many nieces and nephews. Nelson was retired from AT&T after 41 years of service in 1983 in Colorado and New Mexico. He was active on local Masonic Lodges and was a 32nd Degree Mason. He was a longtime member of St. John's United Methodist Church. He enjoyed a lifelong love of travel. Hazel and Nelson enjoyed many trips in and outside of the U.S. He grandchildren were always a sparkle in his eye,"Papa" enjoyed watching them grow and learn. Nelson will long be remembered for his sense of duty to all he knew. His sense of family and the respect and care for their well-being will be greatly missed. Services will be held Thursday, June 20, 2002, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Rev. Charlie Price and Rev. Jim Fox officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Rick Herrington, Doug McVicker, Pat Affholter, Jerry Giles, Jeff Gregory, and Carl Sickenga. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, June 19, 2002, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity or organization in his name. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Salazar -- Raymond"Ray" Salazar, age 47, passed away June 15, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and graduated from Rio Grande High School in 1974. He is survived by his mother, Sofie Salazar of Belen; daughter, Sonia Salazar; brother, Cipriano Salazar; sisters, Linda Salazar and Margie Sena; two grandchildren; aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends who will miss him. A Memorial Service be held at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Rd. SW. A Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2002, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Pajarito Cemetery on Coors Rd. SW. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Sanchez -- Paul C. Sanchez, 26, went to be with his creator on May 27, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Lisa; and one son, Paul Jr."P.J."; his parents, Robert Sanchez and Patsy Lucero Sanchez; sisters, Veronica Soto and husband, Rick, Beverly Bourgeois and husband, Benny; several other family and friends that loved and will miss him. We'll always remember his great smile and sense of humor. Paul will always be remembered on the 4th of July, which was his birthday and favorite holiday. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna SW. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Zaccaria -- Cosmo D. Zaccaria, 90, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died on June 17, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Rose Zaccaria of the family home; daughter, Mary I. Iverson and husband, Robert of Albuquerque; son, Frank Michael Zaccaria Sr. and wife, Christine also of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Robert D. Iverson, Jr. of Albuquerque, Lori Jean Chavez of Las Vegas, Richard Dean Iverson and wife, Lurae of Albuquerque, Frank Aaron David Wilkerson and wife, Eden of Atlanta, GA, Steven Michael Wilkerson of Houston, TX, Debra Ann Ecton and husband, Brent of Albuquerque, Tony Francis Zaccaria and wife, Beth of San Diego, CA, Tina Marie Greenwood and husband, Michael of Albuquerque and Frank Michael Zaccaria, Jr. of Albuquerque; great grandchildren, Daphne Marie Iverson of Albuquerque, Michael Anthony Archuleta, Jennifer Marie Archuleta both of Las Vegas, NM, Matice Marie Iverson, Robert Dale Iverson III, Ryan Daniel Iverson all of Albuquerque, Frank Arrow Wilkerson of Moriarty, Paige Eden Wilkerson of Atlanta, GA, Joseph Jackson Wilkerson, Walter John Wilkerson and Elaine Marie Wilkerson all of Houston, TX, Jeremy Stephen St. Cyr, Valarie Ann St. Cyr, Patrick Dylan Ecton, Sarah Jean Ecton, Timothy Ross Ecton, Simon Murphy Ecton, Colby Michael Greenwood and Jacob Andrew Greenwood all of Albuquerque; great-great-grandchild, Jaime Misael Mendoza, Jr. of Albuquerque. Cosmo is also survived by his sister, Victoria Bertelli and sister, Michelina Minelli both of Pulsano, Italy. He is preceded in death by his, two brothers, Sylvester and Vittorio Zaccaria; and two sisters, Antoinetta Epifani and Adoloratta DiMaggio. Cosmo was a member of Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church for 40 years where he was also an usher. He migrated to the USA from Italy in 1929 at the age of 18 and in 1932 he married Rose Zaccaria. He opened a business in Rochester, NY �Acme Auto Repair.� Cosmo moved to Albuquerque in 1950. In 1953 he opened another business also named �Acme Auto Repair� and then retired in 1983. Mr. Zaccaria enjoyed classical, Italian and operatic music. He also enjoyed musical compositions done by his son, Frank Zaccaria Sr. and his grandson, Frank Zaccaria Jr. Mass of Catholic Burial will take place on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, 811 Guaymas Pl. NE with Father Michael Cimino, Celebrant. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Ceetery. Pallbearers will be Frank Zaccaria Sr., Robert Iverson, Tony Zaccaria, Frank Zaccaria, Jr. Carl Alongi, Wally Iverson. Honorary Pallbearer will be Cosmo's great-grandson, Michael Anthony Archuleta. French Mortuary Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Wed June 19, 2002