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Cassidy -- Patricia"Pat" Cassidy, 69, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Wednesday, July 31, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Ed Cassidy of Albuquerque; brothers-in-law and their wives, Joe and Joanne Cassidy of Gurnee, IL, Gerald and Helen Cassidy of Round Lake, IL, Henry and Susan Cassidy of Arlington, VA, Thomas and Nancy Cassidy of Geneva, IL and Paul Cassidy of Aurora, IL; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and best friend of 40 years, Jacqueline Rolfe of Los Lunas, NM. She was preceded in death by her son, Steven Cassidy; and her brother, Thomas G. Howard. Pat graduated from Beloit College with a degree in speech and English. She was the third woman County Commissioner for Bernalillo County from 1985 through 1992. She was known as"the lady with the hat." Pat's proud accomplishments as Bernalillo County Commissioner included securing the funding to make Tramway a 4-lane highway from the city limits to the Sandia Reservation. Pat also reached the first agreement with the Department of the Interior over the ownership and use of the west face of the Sandias. Pat was the only two term president of the New Mexico Association of Counties and successfully gained acceptance for their Workers Compensation Insurance Pool. She was a board member of the National Association of Counties, member of AFT, Kiwanis, League of Woman Voters, American Association of University Women, Eucharistic Minister at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, Central Committee member of the Bernalillo County and State of New Mexico Republican Party and a member of the New Mexico Alliance for the Mentally Ill. She taught high school speech and produced junior and senior plays at Antioch High in Antioch, IL. Pat taught in the alternative high schools in Albuquerque, assisted at Queen of Heaven Catholic School Library and was involved with parent activities at St. Pius High School when their son was a student. For many years, she was a secretary of the Tuesday Foursome bowling team at Fiesta Lanes. She was a longtime advocate of equality for women. As a teacher in the 1950's, she questioned pay policies that gave male teachers additional salary based on their number of children. As a republican party activist, she led the effort to change the state party rules to require that at least half the delegates to national conventions be women. The rule change failed to pass but all subsequent delegations from New Mexico have met this standard. As County Commissioner, she appointed qualified women to zoning and other boards whenever possible. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE, with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jacquelyn Schaefer, Rosa Martinez, Nellie Montoya, Louise Davis, Clara Otero and Susan Noftsker. Honorary pallbearer will be Donna K. Smith. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Steven Howard Cassidy Memorial Scholarship Fund, Account #45-1331-20 at the US Charitable Gift Trust, c/o The Capital Trust Company of Delaware, 2711 Centerville Road, Suite 210, Wilmington, DE 19808. This is a tax deductible contribution for those who itemize their tax returns. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Chavez -- Mona L. Chavez age 39, and Augustina Gonzales, age 99, residents of Cuba, NM for the last 12 years. Mona passed away suddenly August 1, 2002. Augustina passed away July 29, 2002. Mona is survived by three sons, Ricardo Chavez, Justin and Benito Lopez; mother, Ferminia Swick; one brother, Mike Swick; numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss them. A Rosary will be recited at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cuba at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2002. The Funeral will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
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Clingenpeel -- Donald Oscar"Chief Boats" Clingenpeel, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died Monday, August 5, 2002. Don has gone to our Lord, after losing the battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Marjorie Clingenpeel; children, Cynthia Clingenpeel of Belen, Gail Adams and husband, Richard of Yuba City, CA, Ted Clingenpeel and wife, Fern of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Tammie Clingenpeel of Albuquerque, Marc Clingenpeel of Albuquerque, and Shanin Adams of Yuba City, CA; and younger sisters, and; brothers, Arthur Clingenpeel and wife, Elsie of Albuquerque, Leonard Clingenpeel and wife, Nellie of Mapleton, IA, Russel Clingenpeel and his wife, Phyllis of Sioux, NE, Irene McClellan and husband, Ed of Onawa, NE, Leila Shupe and husband, Ernest of Turin, IA; brother and sister-in-law, Norman and Joyce Bugg of Albuquerque; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his older brother, Clarence Clingenpeel of Iowa. Don was born on December 21, 1919 in Sioux City, IA. He served in the United States Navy for 20 years, retiring in 1960, making Albuquerque his home. During his naval career, Don survived the Pearl Harbor attack while aboard the USS West Virginia on December 7, 1941 receiving the Purple Heart for his injuries. In 1961, he became employed with the US Postal Service in Albuquerque and retired after 17 years of service. Donald will be sorely missed by those who knew him especially for his knowledge and character. Special thanks to the Hematology VA clinic 6D and Hospice of Vista Care, VA Hospital, Ward 4D and Shelly. Services will be held Saturday, August 10, 2002, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Bishop Roger Rigby officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be; George Meese, Dino Morino, Marc Clingenpeel, Louie Armijo, Zakery Sprung, Rod Martinez, and A.B. Trammell. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, August 9, 2002, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Blinded Veterans Association-135, 1501 San Pedro SE, 87108. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Conway -- Ed Conway, 67, a resident of Albuquerque since 1979, died Tuesday, August 6, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Ruth E. Conway; daughter, Vicki Mertzig and husband, Rick; sons, Edward Conway, Jr., all of Albuquerque and Scott Conway and wife, Kimberly of Ohio; brothers, Arthur Conway and wife, Donna ofAmarillo, TX and John Conway and wife, Dolly of Merrimack, NH; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brothers, Daniel and Richard; and sister, Linda. Ed worked for many years at General Electric. He retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1973. Ed was a member of American Legion Post # 99. A Wake service will be held Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Graveside services will be held Friday, 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Pastor Curtis Goldman officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE, #101, 87108 or to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Ellis -- James E. Ellis, 48, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Jody; son, Andrew, Aaron, Darlene and Patrick Jr.; parents, Roger and Marianne Ellis; sisters, Carol and Susen, all of Albuquerque; brother, John; and nephew, Matthew Ellis of Simi Valley, California; aunt and uncle, Christel and Albert Boss of Wiesbaden, Germany; aunt, Joan Ellis; and cousins, Robert and Debra. Jim had many friends and business associates who will miss him. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Friday, August 9, 2002 2:30 p.m. at the Alumni Chapel on UNM campus.
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Encinias -- Rachel M. Encinias, 9, a resident of Peralta, New Mexico passed away peacefully at home in the arms of her loving family on August 6, 2002 and is now one of God's Little Angels in Heaven. Rachel is the beloved daughter to Patrick and Mary Encinias. Rachel is also survived by her brother, Patrick Encinias Jr.; one sister, Amy Levine; her maternal grandparents, C.R. and Adela Gonzales; paternal grandparents, Conrad and Priscilla Encinias; materanl great-grandmother, Maria Sandoval; uncles and aunts, Rudy and Carmen Gonzales, Mike and Flora Gonzales, Sonny and Judy Gonzales, Andy Gonzales, Margie and Berry Levine, Felix Encinias, Robert and Chris Encinias, Pasqual and Judith Orozco; many cousins and friends who loved Rachel very much. Rachel is preceded in death by her uncle, Joe Gonzales. Rachel was a member of the Catholic Church and she attended Peralta Elementary School and Los Ninos Therapy. A visitaiton for Rachel will be Thursday afternoon from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. A final visitation will be Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta, N.M. with Mass of The Angels to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Albert Gallegos. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Patrick F. Encinias Jr., Antionette Gonzales, Conrad Encinias and C.R. Gonzales. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Felix Encinias, Robert Encinias, Andy Gonzales, Pasqual Orozco and"Barney". In Lieu of flowers, please make donations and contributions to the C.P. Commission, P.O. Box 3707 Albuq. N.M. 87190-3707. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Fisk -- Clifford James Fisk, 76, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002. He is survived by his daughter, Karen Fisk-Mohoric and husband, Mark Mohoric; son, Brian Fisk and wife, Nanette Concotelli-Fisk; all of Albuquerque; brothers, Leonard Fisk and wife, Arlis, of Folsom, CA, Donald Fisk and wife, Irene, and Harry Fisk and wife, Betty, all of Arvada, CO; sister, Irene Oldham and husband, Dave, of Sandy UT; grandson, James Fisk and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viva and sister, Leila Morgan. Mr. Fisk, born in Arvada, CO, was a WWII veteran of the US Navy and retired from Sandia National Laboratory after 35 years of service. Services will be held at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. on Friday, August 9, 2002, 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, August 8, 2002, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108 or to American Cancer Society, ATTN: Carla Ramirez, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Garcia -- David E. (D.E.) Garcia, beloved husband, brother and father died on Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at his home surrounded by family. D.E. was 59 years young. He was the son of Connie Garcia and the late Arturo Garcia of Albuquerque. He is survived by his beloved wife, Evelyn; his cherished daughters, Liane Garcia, Janelle Callahan and husband, Marvin, and Angela Martinez and husband, Peter; his sons, Damian Garcia and wife, Lisa, and Frank Armenta and wife, Renee;�sisters, Margarita Trujillo, Irene Smith and Helen Chavez and husband, John. He is also survived by one brother, Gilbert Garcia and wife, Jill, and was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Garcia. D.E. was loved dearly by his nine precious grandchildren, Derrick, Deanndra, Taneke, Peter, Jr; Hannah, Alexis, Frank Jr., Dominic; and great-grandson Derrick, Jr., D.E. is also survived by his very special Goddaughter, Carla and many other loving relatives. D.E. was born into a Catholic family on June 19, 1943. He attended Albuquerque Public Schools, graduating from Albuquerque High School in 1961. He attended U.N.M. and the University of Albuquerque and joined the Albuquerque Police Department in 1965. D.E. retired from the Albuquerque Police Department after 22 years of service to his community. The last 17 years of his career were spent as a Violent Crimes Detective. D.E. was honored as Police Officer of the Month and Officer of the Quarter eventually leading to his selection as Police Officer of the Year in 1985. D.E. was currently serving as President of the Fraternal Order of Police (F.O.P.) Albuquerque Lodge #1. He was a co-founder of the Chicano Police Officers Association of Albuquerque and instrumental in organizing the Albuquerque Police Officers Association Union. As an avid Harley Davidson rider, he was one of the founders of the Blue Nights of New Mexico, Chapter One.� He was recently sworn in as a member of the Ballut Abyad Shrine. All whom he touched will miss D.E. Memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, August 10, 2002 at the Albuquerque Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #1 located at 5900 Jefferson N.E. Arrangement by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE.
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Garcia -- Frances Garcia was born in Albuquerque, NM. July 21, 1956. She went home to be with the Lord August 5, 2002, after a long illness. Frances was a wonderful homemaker, devoted wife, mother, sister and aunt. She was viewed as a mother figure by all of her nieces and nephews. Frances enjoyed singing, listening to music, and worshipping the Lord. She is survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Luz Joe Garcia of the family home; son, Jonathan Benino Garcia and fiancé, Christina Morales; step-son, Ronnie Garcia; mother and father, Stella and Simon Ayala all of Albuquerque; two brothers, Adam Libario of California, and Joseph Ayala of Albuquerque; three sisters, Mary Jacquez and husband, Pedro, Beatrice Sanchez and husband, Raymond, Sally Arellano and husband, Fred all of Albuquerque; numerous family,� friends, nieces, and nephews who she was very close to.� Services will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Dr. SW. on Friday, August 9, 2002. A viewing will begin at 8:00 a.m., followed by a Rosary at 9:00 a.m., concluded by a Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Santa Clara Cemetery. Pallbearers will be some of her nieces and nephews, Pedro, Clayton, Barton, Della, Rosie, and Daisy. Honorary Pallbearers will be her remaining nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Hagaman -- Beth Gilbert Hagaman (Frances Elizabeth) quietly and peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones, at her home in Corrales, of natural Causes, August 5, 2002 at age 92, after a very brief phase of physical decline. A native of New Mexico, born on May 20, 1910, in Alamogordo, The Territory of New Mexico, she was preceded in death by her parents Mary Edna Murphy Gilbert and Dr. Jesse Robert Gilbert of Alamogordo; a husband and father of her three children, George William Hagaman; one brother, Jesse Robert Gilbert, Jr. (Jack); and sister-in-law, Wilma Gilbert, husband, Jams Mahill; and daughter, Carolyn Hagaman Ortega. She is survived by two daughters and their husbands, Dr. Marylou Hagaman Witz and Gene Witz, and Dr. Betty Ann Hagaman and Dr. Ralph C. Friedenberg; and one other son-in-law, attorney, Victor R. Ortega; five grandchildren, David Marcial Ortega, John Victor Ortega, Annamarie Ortega, Paul Michael Friedenberg, Laura Elizabeth Friedenberg; and one great-granddaughter, Danielle Samantha Ortega, and a step-daughter, Beth Mahill; nephew, Von (Jimmy) Armstrong, his wife, Sally and their children; niece, Patricia Ann Gilbert Morin and her husband, Gerald Morin; and their son, Chris; and nephew, Jesse Robert Gilbert III, and his wife, Johnnie and their children. After being honored as valedictorian of her high school class in Alamogordo in 1928, Beth attended the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque during which time she was in the Chi Omega sorority and a member of the honorary scholastic society Mortarboard. She graduated in 1932 with a Bachelor of Science degree (Biology and Home Economics) and in 1933 married George William Hagaman in Alamogordo. Together they raised their three daughters until George Hagaman's death in 1950. Beth remained in Alamogordo until she moved to Albuquerque in the 1960s and to Corrales several years later. As an elementary school teacher, prolific artist, and author of numerous published papers and two books, Beth's life was filled with loving and devoted service to her family and the community. She served as a member of the Alamogordo School Board for many years and was an active member of Easter Star. In Albuquerque and Corrales she was active for many years until her death, in P.E.O, the Old Glass Club, Corrales Historical Society and a member of Central United Methodist Church. Beth also was a member of a prominent southern New Mexico pioneer family that is memorialized in Alamogordo's Founder Park for the key role it played in New Mexico's history. For further information contact Dr. Marylou Witz, 1920 N. Clark, Suite 13C, Chicago, IL 60614. Services to commemorate and celebrate Beth's life will take place at 1100 am Saturday, August 10, 2002 at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE, Albuquerque. Final interment of cremains will take place in Alamogordo sometime in September. Memorial contributions can be made in the name of the"Beth Gilbert Hagaman Memorial Fund" to Tularosa Basin Historical Society, 1301 N. White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM 88310; Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE, Albuquerque 87106; International Chapter, P.E.O. Sisterhood, 3700 Grand Av., Des Moines, IA 50312-2899, and the Corrales Historical Society, P.O.Box 1051, Corrales, NM 87048. American Burial & Cremation Center 700 Yale Blvd is handling the arrangements.
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Hansen -- Margaret Hansen, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, August, 7, 2002. She is survived by her son, Ralph Hansen and wife, Sandra of Albuquerque; and four grandpuppies. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Hansen in 1970, and son, Alex Hansen. Private family services are planned at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Kissock -- Margaret F. Kissock, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2002, after a long battle with emphysema. She is survived by her daughter, Shelly Carabajal and husband, Ramon; son, Gary Kissock and wife, Pamela; and grandchildren, Stephen and Laura Kissock and Yvonne and Ramon Quezada. She is also survived by her sisters, Madeline Fiore and husband, Mike, Marion Hirschman and husband, Carl; niece, Kristin Kissock and husband, Russ Hatfield; and several other nieces and nephews. Mrs. Kissock was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Kissock on October 12, 1990. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by the entire family. Margaret was born in Newton Falls, NY and came to Albuquerque in the early 1950's with her husband who was stationed at Manzano Base. She was employed as an executive secretary at the large USF&G insurance firm. She was a member of the Albuquerque Insurance Women's Club. Prior to her retirement in the late 1980's, Margaret and her husband owned several race horses and enjoyed the horse racing industry immensely, as well as boating at Navajo Lake. After retirement, Margaret donated her time to the New Mexico State Agency on Aging Ombudsman Program overseeing nursing homes. Due to her efforts, patients were treated fairly and facilities were improved. She was a longtime member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Margaret loved having lunch with her friends, boating, a small amount of gambling, and being with her family. The family would like to thank the staff at the Montebello on Academy who cared for Margaret so much. Visitation will be Friday, August 9, 2002, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE and a Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, August 10, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona St. SE. Interment of cremains will take place Monday, August 12, 2002, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Stephen Kissock, Ramon Quezada, Michael Fiore, Jeff Church, Ramon Carabajal and Gary Kissok. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of New Mexico, 216 Truman NE, 87108. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Langston -- Lt. Commander John Lewis Langston, Retired USN passed away peacefully at the age of 74 on Sunday morning, August 4, 2002, at the Palliative Care Unit of the VA hospital in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in San Diego, CA on May 1, 1928. He graduated in 1950 from Los Angeles City College with an Associate of Arts Degree in Photography. He then went on to California State College at Los Angeles, and graduated in 1953 with a Bachelor of Arts in Government. Additional university work was completed in Aviation Safety at the University of Southern California, and in Library Technology at Leeward Community College, University of Hawaii. He enlisted in the Navy in 1946 as an Apprentice Seaman, and was commissioned in 1953. He was designated a Naval Aviator in 1956. He proudly served in the US Navy for 23 years achieving a WW II Victory Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and numerous other commendations from the US Navy. He retired in October of 1971 with the rank of Lt. Commander. During his retirement he lived exclusively in Albuquerque, NM. He enjoyed world travel, live opera, theater and the company of his many friends. He was married in 1953 to Aileen Tribolet, and during their marriage of 22 years together, they had four children. John is survived by sons, Brian of Stockton, CA, Darrell of Edgewood, NM, Erin of Oklahoma City, OK; daughter, Chriseen Peay of Bristol, TN, and their spouses; nine grandchildren, Marissa, Daniel, Morgana, Benjamin, Victoria, Katie, Jonathan, Matthew and Elainna; brother, Robert Langston, of Kensington, CA. The family wishes to thank the many Doctors and staff of the VA Medical facility for their care over the years, in particular Dr. Janice Knoefil and the entire unit of Palliative care. Also a very special"THANKS" to friend and loved one, Ms. Lisa Rodriquez, you are truly our Angel. Srvices were held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Grant the Last Wish Initiative, c/o 4-D Care Unit, VA Medical Center, 1501 San Pedro Drive SE Albuquerque 87108. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Lovato -- Mike Lovato, 74, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Friday, August 2, 2002. Beloved father is survived by his son, Paul Lovato of Moreno Valley, CA; daughters, Carolyn Perez and husband, Alex of La Palma, CA and Jeanette Garcia and husband, Jerry of San Juan Capistrano, CA; sons, James Lovato of Bernalillo and Phillip Lovato of Albuquerque; daughter, Elizabeth Latten of Albuquerque; beloved grandfather is survived by 14 grandchildren; beloved great-grandfather is survived by 14 great-grandchildren; sisters, Benny Gallegos and husband, Joe of Jerseyville, IL, Emelia Thompson of Rio Rancho, Erlinda Montoya and husband, Herman, Molly Gonzales and Priscilla Aragon, all of Albuquerque; brother, Ignacio Lovato and wife, Gloria of Albuquerque; and former spouse, Mary R. Lovato of Los Alamitos, CA. Mr. Lovato was preceded in death by his son, Michael David Lovato; and grandson, Christopher Paul Lovato. He will be greatly missed. He was a member of San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church and also a member of the Moose Lodge. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW, with Deacon Bob Lewis reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:30 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Lovato, James Lovato, Anthony Gonzales, Herman Montoya, Ben Turrietta, Jason Perez, Nathan Archuleta, Jeremy Garcia, Jerry Garcia and Charles Mims. One of Mike's greatest priorities in life was time. His belief was that it should not be wasted. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lucero -- Paul Richard Lucero, also known as"Fruitloops", born on May 27, 1959 went home to the Lord. He is survived by two brothers, Ernest Lucero Jr. and wife, Margaret of Albuquerque, Ray Lucero and wife, Pearl of Albuquerque; uncles, aunts, cousins and many friends in the Barelas community. He had two special nephews, Matthew and Jacob Lucero of Albuquerque. Mass and Funeral will take place on Friday, August 9, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Albuquerque, presided by Father Moore. Funeral will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery on Arenal and Coors SW.
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Martin -- Gail R. Martin, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1980 passed away on Monday, August 5, 2002. Gail was born August 13, 1924 the daughter of William Cyrus and Geraldine Braddock Rice in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She had been a Social Worker for the City of Grand Rapids before retiring. Gail served in the US Army during WW II. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren S. Martin in 1992; and one brother, William Rice. Gail is survived by her children, Hope Molyneux and husband, Tom, Dana Gerety and husband Richard, and Rick Ross; three grandchildren, Erin Gerety, Danika and Taylor Molyneux; and one brother, John Rice. The Visitation for Gail will be today, Thursday, August 8, 2002 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. with the Service at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with (The Rev.) Walter F. Smith III officiating. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
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Martines -- William R. Martines, 59, went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2002. He was born on February 20, 1943 in Albuquerque, NM. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at the St. Joseph On The Rio Grande Catholic Church at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning also at the St. Joseph On The Rio Grande Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
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Martinez -- In loving memory Gabrielle Martinez March 10,1918 to August 8, 2001Mom, a year ago today you left us. We miss you very much, but we are glad you and dad are together now. You and dad are always on our minds and in our prayers. Your loving family.
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Mcalexander -- Richard M. McAlexander, 74, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2002 at Socorro General Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born May 8, 1928 to Gerald E. and Vivian P. (Lombard) McAlexander in Holly, CO. Richard was a 34 member of the Masonic Lodge and a Past Worshipful Master of Pyramid Lodge #43 in Reno, NV. He was a member of the Kerak Shrine in Reno and belonged to the Santa Fe Scottish Rite. He was also a member of the Knights of Pythias, Rio Grande #3 in Socorro and a member of the I.O.O.F. Richard served in the US Army as a corporal and was extremely patriotic to his country. He attended Lamar Jr. College in Colorado where he was a member of the Lamar Fire Department. He attended Western State College in Gunnison, CO. He worked as a firefighter in Socorro, NM and attended the New Mexico School of Mines where he received his B.S. degree in Geology on June 3, 1955. Richard worked as a State Geologist in Santa Fe and worked for the New Mexico State Highway Department as Assistant Project Engineer. He also worked in uranium mines in Grants, NM and Moab, UT. Richard was a mining engineer who later worked as a federal mine inspector with the Mine Safety and Health Administration in Reno for 23 years. Richard, best known to family and friends as"Mac", enjoyed science, history, working with iron, old tractors, steam driven locomotives, Celtic music, John Wayne movies and the faithful companionship of his cat,"Quigley McCorkendinkle" and dog,"Cagney". He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, William P. McAlexander; and an infant daughter and infant son. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Christina (Pino) McAlexander; and his daughter, Vivian McAlexander. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, August 9, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Socorro with Rev. Phil Preston officiating. Interment will be in the Socorro Cemetery. Pallbearers are Vernon Houston, Ray Spurgin, Floyd Turpin, Bill De Marco, Larry Radican and Sam Gonzales. Arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
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Mccarthy -- Thomas Daniel McCarthy, Jr., 63, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1985, passed away unexpectedly from an accident on Sunday, August 4, 2002. Thomas was born March 12, 1939 the son of Thomas Daniel and Margaret Neder McCarthy, Sr. in Hicksville, New York. He was a Project Superintendent with the Bradbury & Stamm Construction Company. Tom was a member of the Hicksville (NY) Volunteer Fire Department, member of the International Association of Contractors, was in the US Marines Reserves, and he was also a balloon pilot and ballooning enthusiast. Tom is survived by his wife, Maureen M. McCarthy of the family home; children, Thomas Daniel McCarthy,III, of Moyock, NC, Donna Carey of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Timothy J. McCarthy and wife, Robin of Seattle, WA, Wayne M. McCarthy and wife, Luchilla of Rio Rancho, NM, and Bradley Janes of Rio Rancho, NM; one sister, Kathleen Clark of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; one brother, Richard McCarthy of London, England; seven grandchildren, Meaghan McCarthy, Liam McCarthy, Matthew Reed, Samantha McCarthy, David Johnson, Angel Boush, and Thomas Daniel McCarthy, IV; one great-grandchild, Michael Johnson; other survivors include, mother-in-law, Mildred Hoeffner of Largo, FL; brother-in-law, Joseph"Hobo" Hoeffner of Rio Rancho, NM; two sisters-in-law, Donna and Nancy; and a dedicated crew of employees. The Visitation will be held today, Thursday, August 8, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Service on Friday, August 9, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary with Pastor Bob Guido officiating. Cremation to follow services. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
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Montoya -- Funeral Services for Ysidra (Sidney) Ybarra Montoya will be held on Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., with visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Padilla -- Trinidad E. Padilla, age 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1969 passed away Tuesday evening, August 6, 2002. Mrs. Padilla was born on November 1, 1912 in Cimmeron, New Mexico. She is survived by her loving children, Loretta and Walter Crespin of Albuquerque and her beloved grandchildren, Kyle Crespin and Kimberlee Crespin and fiancée, Jeff Richards. She is survived by her best friend and sister, Rufina Espinosa, sister, Mae Fernandez and husband, Louis, and brother, William Espinosa and wife, Sadie; numerous nephews and nieces, and many friends and neighbors. She is also survived by members of the Crespin Family who have embraced her as one of their own. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso Padilla; her parents; sisters, Mary Padilla and Cleotilde Cordova and brothers, Ray Espinosa, Adolph Espinosa, and Franklin Espinosa. She was a longtime member of San Felipe Church and the DAV Auxiliary. Trini loved life and especially the time spent with her family. She will remain in the hearts of all those who knew her as a special lady. Rosary will be recited on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks N. of Paseo Del Norte) with Deacon Bob Lewis, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at San Felipe De Neri Catholic Church, 2005 North Plaza NW with Rev. Jerome Plotkowski, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
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Ramczyk -- Dorothy Ann Ramczyk died peacefully at her home on August 6, 2002 surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of George L. Ramczyk for 56 years and who cared for her in her final illness, with the help of Tammy Teehee and Rosalee Gutierrez. She was the beloved daughter of Louis and Anna Kohner who preceded her in death; beloved sister of Marcella Baugeant; beloved mother of Mary Higgins, Stephen Ramczyk, Margaret Stoliker, Michael Ramczyk, Joan Lane, Daniel Ramczyk, Barbara Ramczyk and Rebecca Markey; beloved mother-in-law, of Bernie Higgins, Patricia Ramczyk, David Stoliker, Kenneth Lane, Kevin Markey and Carol Martin; beloved grandmother of Rachel and Hillary Higgins, Leslie Lamb, Timothy Ramczyk, Kirsten McVeigh, Sarah and Elizabeth Stoliker, Ryan and Hannah Markey; beloved great-grandmother of Taylor Lamb. Dorothy was born in 1925 in Winona, MN. She married George her childhood sweetheart and they moved to New Mexico in 1948 where George worked for the Albuquerque Publishing Co. Dottie and George raised eight children. Dottie was an accomplished pianist and gourmet cook. She will be fondly remembered for her generosity, charitable spirit and her sense of humor. Grandma Dottie's advise to her family on how to navigate through life was,"You have to have a sense of humor." A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 on Friday, August 9, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. Private interment at a later date will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 3466 Highway 47, Los Lunas, NM 87031. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Robles -- Juanita D. Robles, 90, a long-time Albuquerque resident, died Tuesday, August 06, 2002. She is survived by a son, Lt.Col. Rolando P. Robles of Avondale, AZ; grandchildren, Christopher, Elizabeth and Robert Robles, all of Redlands, CA. Her husband, Rolando Robles, preceded Mrs. Robles in death. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Parish. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 8, 2002, at French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Kathy Garcia reciting. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m., Friday, August 9, 2002, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE, with Father Joseph Thai Minh Tran, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd NE.
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Sellards -- Kimela Sellards passed away suddenly on July 25, 2002. Burial has taken place in Roswell, New Mexico. She will be sadly missed by many friends.
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Steele -- Lena M. Rice Steele, age 74, of Albuquerque, NM, died on August 4, 2002. She was born August 26, 1927, and was preparing to celebrate her 75th birthday. Lena will be having that celebration with her beloved husband of 46 years, H.B."Huggy Bear" Steele who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her mother, Iona Sabra Rice; father, Richard French Rice; and all of her siblings, James, Dorothy, Thomas, Clyde, Beth, Kay, Irene and Joanne. Her daughter, Shauna Iona Steele of Albuquerque; her son, Scott B. Steele his wife, Noel King Steele; and granddaughter, Sabra Steele, all of Albuquerque survive their beloved mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. Lena was like a second mother to her many nieces, nephews, and friends from across the country. Her family and friends will miss her exuberant spirit, her sense of play, and her courage. Lena was born in Kenova, West Virginia, and raised in Findlay, Ohio. She moved to Albuquerque with her family in 1973. A lifelong member of Trinity Baptist Church in Findlay, Lena faithfully attended Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. Lena devoted her life to public service, retiring from Carrie Tingly Hospital after battling and surviving breast cancer in 1985. Lena was a staunch Democrat, and an avid lifelong sports enthusiast. She was the captain of the Findlay High School Trojan cheerleading squad, where she graduated in 1945. She played for years in the women's softball league, and was invited to play professionally. Her fast pitch was legendary. The Detroit Tigers and the Women's National Basketball Association lost a huge fan. At Lena's request, family and friends will gather at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, for a graveside service on Thursday, August 8, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., with Susan Meredith of Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Darrol Lepper, Shane Riggs, Robbie Farris, Rick Decker, Jan Slaughterbeck, Jerrilyne Miller, and Debie Leeper-Baca. Immediately following the service, the family will host a celebration of Lena's life at the home of Scott, Noel and Sabra Steele, 121 Calle del Ray, NW. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Weiler -- James Courtnay Weiler, born June 27, 1952, in Burlington, Wisconsin to HJ"Doc" and Lena Weiler, died, peacefully at home on August 3, 2002. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, August 8, 2002, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Greg Weiler, Russ Rhoades, John Barnum, Bill Stehle, Joe Geoghegan, Gary Harrington, Warren Rathjen and James Robinson. Memorial contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Chapter American Heart Association, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu August 08, 2002