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Foster -- Robert B. Foster died June 15, 2002 at the age of 88. He is survived by his wife, June (Pier) Foster; son, Walter Foster and his wife, Jerry Lynn of Huntsville, TX; son, Robert Foster and his wife, Cathy of Albuquerque; and grandchildren, Erin Foster and Eric Foster of Austin, TX, and Kyle Foster of Albuquerque. He was predeceased by his first wife, Betty Holton Foster. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives.
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Garcia -- Clorinda B. Garcia, 94, a resident of Willard, NM, passed away in Barstow, CA, Friday, June 14, 2002. She was born March 6, 1908 to Benito and Valeria (Pirro) Baca in Los Lentis, NM. She is survived by her sons, Eloy Garcia and his wife, Connie of Phelan, CA, Severo Garcia and his wife, Francis of Albuquerque, NM, Tony Garcia of Willard, NM George Garcia and his wife, Cathy of Albuquerque, NM, Johnny Garcia and his wife, Ruth of Apple Valley, CA; her daughter-in-law, Rebecca, wife of her late son, Benny; her daughters, Amalia Bruce and her husband, Arthur of Barstow, CA, Ramona Baca and her husband, Jose of Barstow, CA, Amy Carabajal of Edgewood, NM, Francis Gomez of Barstow, Eva Garcia of Pamona, CA, Olivia Enriquez and her husband, Mike of Barstow, Viola Rodriquez and her husband, Robert of Apple Valley, CA; her special granddaughter, Elma Pack of Edgewood, NM; a special grandson, Flavio Garcia of CA; she is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Flora Chavez of Willard, Fedelina Garcia of Willard; 54 grandchildren; 113 great-grandchildren; 48 great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Flavio Garcia. Clorinda was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church of Willard, for many years. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, and was an avid doll collector. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend she will be missed by those who knew and loved her. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, June 20, 2002, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows in Willard. A Mass will be celebrated Friday, June 21, 2002, 10:30 a.m. At Our Lady of Sorrows with Father Johnny Lee Chavez officiating. Pallbearers will be Tony Garcia, Ernie Rodriquez, Paul Otero, Juan Garcia, Mike Enriquez Jr., James Garcia. Honorary Pallbearers; Alan Carabajal, Jerry Garcia, Joey Baca, Joseph Gomez, Benny Garcia Jr. and Patrick Garcia. Burial will be at the Willard Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM, Grant G. Preston funeral director. 832-6130.
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Gober -- Constantine Chris Gober also known as Dene C. Gober Born April 1, 1922, in Kansas City, Missouri. WWII Veteran of the 8th Air Force, 613th Bombardment Squadron, 401st Bomb Group and 383rd Fighter Squadron, 364th Fighter Group, Life Member Distinguished Flying Cross Society, Eligible to wear the Bronze Star on Theatre Service Ribbon for Battle Participation Award for Campaign"Western Europe" dated 6 August 1944. Only American to make the All-American Trap and All-American Skeet team in the same year. Winner of several Safari Club International gold, silver & bronze big game trophy awards 1982-1998 from 13 African safaris and 2 Australian safaris. Life member ATA, NSSA and NSCA, charter member NRA Golden Eagles, member Western States Zone 7 Hall of Fame, Twice Zone 7 NSSA All-Stars, NSCA All-State Team New Mexico in 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999. Services will be held Friday, June 21, 2002 at 1:00 pm at St. George Greek Orthodox Church 308 High St. SE with Fr. Mario Officiant. Interment will follow in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the National Rifle Association, 11250 Waples Mill Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE is handling the arrangements.
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Greene -- 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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Hamilton -- Ronald E."Ronnie" Hamilton, Jr., 33, a resident of Albuquerque for 11 years, died Tuesday, June 18, 2002. He is survived by his wife of seven years, Karen Hathaway Hamilton; son, Bobby Hamilton, age 6; daughter, Rhiannon Hamilton, age 3 1/2, all of Albuquerque; mother, Jo Laird and husband, Larry of Dillon, CO; father, Ron Hamilton, Sr. of Stanley, NM; sisters, Shelly Kroger of Dillon, CO, Tana Hamilton of Denver, CO and Odessa Hamilton of Stanley, NM; brother, Thomas Hamilton and wife, Nicole of Minneapolis, MN; grandfather, Judge T. Hamilton of Southern New Mexico; and father and mother-in-law, Bob and Mary Ann Hathaway of Albuquerque. Ronnie never met a stranger and truly had a"heart of gold". Services will be held Thursday, 12:00 noon, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Cremation will follow the Service.
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Harris -- Yeuell Yeamans Harris, beloved father, husband, and friend passed away May 13, 2002. His wife preceded him by six months. He is survived by his daughters, Jerrilyn Foster and Charlyn Campbell; and five grandchildren. Yeuell resided in Albuquerque for the past 11 years having come to Albuquerque from Honolulu, HI, his home of 50 years. Yeuell was born in Bristo, VA on January 25, 1916. He graduated from King College in Bristo, VA and received a master's degree from Duke University and a doctorate at University of California at Berkeley. He taught history and coached football in his early years. Later, he worked in educational research. His love of people, boundless energy and curiosity about all things will be missed. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church at 10000 Indian School NE. 242-5942.
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Hawley -- James Hawley passed away suddenly June 18, 2002. Services are pending and will be announced.
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Herbeck -- Marjorie Herbeck, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1967, died Wednesday, June 12, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Gerald Herbeck whom she married in 1953; and her son, Bob Herbeck of Long Beach, California. Marjorie sold real estate for a few years, but her primary job and love was that of being a wife and mother. She loved to play bridge and was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Cremation has taken place and a memorial mass will be at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, June 22, 2002, at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Albuquerque Stroke Club. Arrangements by French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel.
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Johnson -- Gladys E. Johnson, 79, a resident of Albuquerque died, Tuesday, June 18, 2002. She is survived by her daughters, Susan M. Goens and husband, Jerry of Albuquerque, Martha K. Muller and husband, Ron of Wildorado, TX and Becky F. Johnson and Lee Padilla of Sapello, NM; son, Allen M. Johnson of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Brenda and Marcus Boyd, Clint Goens, Jim and Kimberly Muller, Ben and Misti Muller, Seth and Shannon Muller, Isaac Muller, Melody, Marcus and Nicole Johnson; six great-grandchildren; brother, Everett Learmont; and sister-in-law, Maxine Mulgannon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald C. Johnson; daughter, Karen Lotspeich; and son, Donald Johnson, Jr. She was a piano teacher, often playing in Nursing Homes, concert pianist and soloist. Gladys played for numerous churches including L.L.L. and SS Classes, as well as radio. Mrs. Johnson was a longtime member of Hoffmantown in Albuquerque, and more recently a member of Palo Duro Baptist in Wildorado, TX. Services will be held, Friday, June 21, 2002, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary-Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Dr. Ron Muller and Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Goens, Clint Goens, Ben Muller, Jim Muller, Lee Padilla and Marcus Boyd. Honorary Pallbearers are Everett Learmont, Rob Nezzer, Jay Delfin and Marcus Johnson. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110, Disabled American Veteran's of NM, PO Box 3907, #D, 87190 or Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Suite 102, 87110. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE Thursday, June 20, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m.
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Maldonado -- Leo Maldonado passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2002. Leo was born on February 21, 1940 in Silver City, NM and lived most of his life there before moving to Albuquerque in 1995. A Memorial Service will be held for Leo at the St. Francis Newman Center, 914 W. 13th Street in Silver City, NM on Saturday, June 22, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Leo asked that his ashes be buried next to his father at the Maldonado Family Cemetery in Gila, NM. His family will gather at a later date to fulfill Leo's request. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a favorite charity in Leo Maldonado's name.
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Moats -- Carla"Jeannie" Moats, 52, of Overland Park, KS, passed away Monday, June 17, 2002 at home after a one year fight with pancreatic cancer. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2002, at Amos Family Chapel of Lenexa, KS. Visitation will be 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Wednesday at the chapel. Burial at Leavenworth National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to"Truth on Tape," P.O. Box 10514, KCMO 64188, or Berachah Church Tapes and Publications, 5139 West Alabama, Houston, TX 77027. Jeannie was born September 24, 1949 in Topeka, KS. She was raised in Kansas City, KS and Overland Park and graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School in 1967. She attended Kansas State University and graduated from the University of Kansas in 1971 with a degree in elementary education. She taught kindergarten at Hudson Elementary School in Topeka, KS for three years before marrying Greg Moats and moving to Camp Pendleton, CA. After discharge from the Marine Corps, Greg and Jeannie returned to Overland Park and joined the family business presenting Dale Carnegie Training. Jeannie worked as the Vice President and bookkeeper until they sold the business in 2001. Jeannie was the consummate volunteer/helper. While raising two children, she was extremely involved with PTA, Scouts, Sports Teams, Booster Clubs, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Youth Life, Mom's In Touch, just to name a few. In addition to these activities, she found time to be a committed member of various bible study groups, PEO and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae Association where she served in numerous positions, including co-chairing the 1997, Kappa Homes Tour. Jeannie was preceded in death by parents, Jim and Noma Wilcoxon. She is survived by her husband, Greg of the home; son, Travis and his wife, Kara of Denver, CO; daughter, Loralee Collum and her husband, Jon of Pittsburg, KS; her stepmother, Donna Willcoxon of Albuquerque, NM; her father-in-law, John Moats of Overland Park, KS; her sisters, Jan Mast and husband, Ken of KCMO, Debbie Weigel and husband, Bill of Overland Park, KS, Amy Moslander and husband, Jim of Raytown, MO; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank her PEO, Kappa,"Gritch n Stitch", bible study, Grapevine and countless other friends for their loving support over the past trying year. Jeannie was a committed believer and student of the Word of God, in addition to being a wonderful teacher. She taught kindergarten Sunday School at Beth Haven Church for ten years, but most importantly she taught us GRACE. Arrangements by Amos Family Chapel of Lenexa, KS, 913-888-6611.
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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. His 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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Perrin -- James Stephen (Steve) Perrin, 55, beloved husband, father and son-in-law, passed away, June 18, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Sheila Perrin; two sons, Stephen Gregory Perrin; his wife, Karen; and granddaughter, Alexis Rose; Shaun Perrin and his wife, Ashlyn; and two grandchildren, Gavin and Maranda; and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Barbara and Coy Moss. Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Sedillo; and stepfather, Dennis Sedillo, of Williamsburg, NM. Steve was a member of Masonic Lodge Temple Lodge #6, Scottish Rite Consistory of Santa Fe, Ballut Abyad Shrine. He was Past Chatter Editor, for The Ballut Abyad Shrine Center, Past Chief Engineer of Loco Patrol, a member Basga, Director's Staff, and Nomads, Demolay, and Albuquerque Court #24, Royal Order of Jesters. Steve's passions were R. V. Travel with his wife, Sheila, his pug dogs, Yoda and Xena and playing golf. His Memorial Service will be held at the Ballut Abyad Shrine Center, 6600 Zuni, SE on June 22, 2002, at 3:00 p.m., a with reception immediately afterward in the Fez Club. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Ballut Abyad Shrine Center for the Children's Transportation Fund or the Building Fund.
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Smith -- Nellie Pauline Smith, longtime resident of Roswell, NM died June 10, 2002 in Castlerock, CO near Denver where she resided for the past two-and-half years. Pauline was born in Iberia, MO July 15, 1913. She was predeceased by her husband, Gene Smith in 1970; and by three granddaughters; and one great-grandson. Pauline is survived by her children, Robert and Tomasita Smith of Denver, CO, Rosemary Ames of Albuquerque, Reba Runyon of Artesia, NM and Gene and Helen Smith of Circleville, Utah; and a special granddaughter, Katherine Pulliam of Albuquerque. Pauline is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Pauline and Gene came to New Mexico in 1932 and managed the Diamond A Ranch in Picacho, NM prior to moving to Roswell where he worked for the Sheriff's Department and later the New Mexico State Police Department where he retired. Pauline retired from St. Mary's Hospital where she worked for many years as an LPN. She was renowned at the hospital for her perfect attendance. Services were held at St. Thomas More in Denver on June 18, 2002.
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