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Baca -- Clorinda E. Baca. The family of Clorinda E. Baca would like to thank Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Fr. Vigil and all of the church staff for their kindness, prayers, and assistance during their loss. Thank you to all of the family and friends that gave a helping hand and for all of the prayers, food, floral arrangements and offerings that were made. Thank you to everyone for your support at this difficult time. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
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Baerwald -- Anunsacion Gallegos Baerwald, 86, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother died on Thursday, August 8, 2002 after a long illness. She is survived by her husband, Beno Baerwald; sons, Nep Saavedra and wife, Carmen; daughters, Natividad Chavez and husband, Benito, Virginia Saaverdra; grandchildren, Randy R. Chavez, Mary R. Marquez, Richard R. Chavez, James W. Lobato, Edward Saavedra, Nep D. Saavedra, Larry Garcia, Andrea Sierra; sister, Virginia Belden; brother, Abran Gallegos; several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, with Pastor Randy Walquist officiating. Visitors may pay their respects one hour before the services. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. Arrangements by Strong-Thorne Mortuary.
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Davis -- Evelyn M. Davis, 82, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home on August 8, 2002 of lung cancer. She is preceded in death by husband, Gerald; son, Terry Lee; and grandson, Billy. She is survived by daughters, Geraldine Hansen and husband, Kirk of Idaho, Tina Lansing of Ohio, Polly Wilson of Los Lunas, Jackie Walsh and husband, Mike of Albuquerque; son, Dale Davis of Los Lunas; 13 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren. She worked 12 years as a foster grandparent at the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School. We would like to thank her dear friends, Elsa and Marie for their constant support, love and friendship. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff of Lovelace Hospital and St. Joseph's Cancer Center for their many kindnesses. Private family services are planned for Sunday, August 11, 2002. She is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by family and friends. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives.
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Ehrsam -- David Mulvane Ehrsam, 51, has passed away after battling a long term illness. He is survived by his two sons, Brian and Todd Ehrsam, Chandler Arizona; his sisters, Ann Gladstone, Virgiline Lowe, and Christina A. Ehrsam; brother, John Ehrsam; stepmother, Lois Ehrsam and Linda Ehrsam of Arizona; and many nieces and nephews. He participated in 4-H and horse shows in New Mexico as a child, and was a high school state wrestling champion in Arizona. He enjoyed working with people, especially the elderly. He was a kind soul and will be missed by his family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, August 11, 2002 6:30 p.m. at the UNM Alumni Chapel and he will be buried in Enterprise, Kansas.
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Gilbert -- Roger Gilbert. A Memorial will be held for Roger Gilbert at the family home, 1624 Los Alamos Ave. SW, Albuquerque on Saturday, 17 August 2002 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p,m. The event will be informal, as he would have wished. Family and friends can drop in during the afternoon to share stories and good memories. Mr. Gilbert, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died 1 July 2002.
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Harlin -- Albert Lee Harlin, age 78, and a resident of Albuquerque for 57 years, died August 8, 2002. He is survived by three Children, Daniel L. Harlan and wife, Laura, Betty J. Harlan and John Harlan; three grandchildren, Naomi J. Harlan, Jeremiah Harlan and wife, Robin and Allenmykael Harlin; great-grandson, Tristan Harlin; one brother, Robert Harlin and wife, Lenora; one niece and great-nephew; and ex-wife, Oma G. Harlin. Lee was an ironworker for 28 years. Services will be held Saturday, August 10, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE with Mr. Larry Pierson officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of his arrangements.
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Hawley -- Marguerite Rose Hawley, age 79, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully in Santa Fe on August 7, 2002. Marguerite was born in Fonda, Iowa on June 23, 1923 and moved to Albuquerque in 1928 with her mother, father, sister, and three brothers. Marguerite attended St. Vincents Girls School and was a graduate of Albuquerque High School. Marguerite was an employee at the lovelace clinicfor 22 years. Through her loving and caring, she dedicated her seventy-nine years of life to her wonderful husband and three children. Marguerite will be truly missed. Marguerite was preceded in passing by her loving husband Clifford J. Hawley Sr., a member of the State Legislature and a Republican candidate for Governor in 1966 and 1968; daughter, Jean Marie Hawley; Grandson Scott W. Chowning; father, Raymond Gannon; mother, Mattie Gannon; brothers, Raymond Gannon, a marine survivor of the Iowa Jima campaign, Harold and Charles Gannon, survivors of the Bataan/Corregidor campaign and interment at Cabanatuan Prison Camp. She was also preceded in passing by her brother-in-law William L. Hawley who perished while captive at the Cabantuan Prison Camp. Marguerite is survived by her daughter Eileen A. Wright; son, Clifford J. Hawley Jr; sister Benita Cline; brother-in-law, Thomas A. Hawley; four grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and many wonderful nieces and nephews. All family and friends of Marguerite Hawley are invited to attend graveside services and burial on Monday, August 12, 2002 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith NE, Albuquerque.
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Hensley -- Phyllis Hensley, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Tuesday, August 6, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Frank; sons, Gregory William Kellerman and wife, Bonnie of Silver Bay, MN, Robert Kevin Kellerman of Albuquerque; daughter, Debra Kay Kellerman and husband, Anthony Wandersee of Oak Island, MN; daughter-in-law, Dianne Kellerman Brack of Farmington, NM; stepson, Foster Hensley of Chicago, IL; seven grandchildren, Greg Kellerman, Deanna Koenen and husband, James, Zachary Kellerman, Jeff Kellerman and wife, Kerrie, Pat Kellerman, Hannah Wandersee and Cole Wandersee; three step-grandchildren; one great-grandson, Collin James Koenen; brothers, Donald Meacham and wife, Ardie of Bemidji, MN and Douglas Meacham of Crosby, MN; sister, Shirley Davies and husband, John of Crosby, MN; and many other nieces, nephews and relatives. Mrs. Hensley was preceded in death by her parents, William and Louise Meacham; and her oldest son, Gary John Kellerman. Memorial services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Interment will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church of Iron Hub Cemetery in Aitkin, MN. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Should friends desire, a memorial is preferred in lieu of flowers; contributions may be made to Children?s Hospitals and Clinics Foundation, 2910 Centre Pointe Dr. Roseville, MN, 55113 (651) 855-2834. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Howey -- JoAnn Howey, 71, Christian, wife, mother, sister, and daughter, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, August 8, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Hugh Howey, of Albuquerque; daughters, Sandra Russell, Terrie Howey, and Dana-Howey Suazo and husband Silas, all of Albuquerque; son, Warren Howey of Albuquerque; sister, Karen Jones and husband, Johnny, of Miami, AZ; brother, Jay Irving of Globe, AZ; four grandchildren, Matthew Shoberg, Sarah Suazo, Miguel Suazo, and Joseph Ulibarri; and two great-granddaughters. The family would like to thank the many wonderful friends, neighbors, and family who gave their love and support through this long, difficult time. Services will be held Monday, August 12, 2002, 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary-Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Pastor C. B. Blankenship officiating. Donations can be made in her honor to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. Viewing and visitation will take place at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Sunday, August 11, 2002, from 5:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m.
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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. 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 Kissock. 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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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. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:30 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW. 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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Marron -- Joyce L. Marron, 71, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Thursday, August 8, 2002. She is survived by her daughters, Cindy Lyman and husband, Thomas of Carlsbad, CA, Denise Marron-Taylor and Lisa Marron; grandson, Randy Martinez; granddaughter, Robin Martinez, all of Albuquerque; and brother, Richard Lawrence and wife, Irene of Hesperia, CA. Born in Long Beach, CA, she attended Long Beach City College and was one of the first graduates of Long Beach State College. Mrs. Marron moved to New Mexico and taught first grade at Wherry School. She became"Miss Joyce" on the nationally syndicated show"Romper Room" shown on KGGM Channel 13 in the late 50's and early 60's. Then she began a long tenure as"Mrs. Marron" on KNME"TV Kindergarten" which was the official kindergarten for APS in the 60"s. She was presented the prestigious McCall's"Golden Mike" Award, awarded for excellence in broadcasting. She received a congratulatory telegram from President Kennedy. After retiring from television she taught kindergarten at Matheson Park Elementary for several years and retired from APS. Cremation has taken place and Niche side services will be held Monday, 10:30 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to Public Television Station KNME, 1200 University Blvd. NE. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Martinez -- Mass of Christian Burial for Petra G. Martinez will be celebrated on Saturday morning at Holy Family Catholic Church at 8:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady Of Sorrows Cemetery in Seboyeta, NM. Pallbearers will be Angelo Montoya, Rudy Martinez Jr., Jamie Gallegos,"JJ" Gallegos, Nash Garcia and Robert Garcia. Honorary pallbearer will be Joel Martinez, Richard Martinez and Roman Martinez. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
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Medley -- Joseph D."Joe" Medley,"Joe Boy", 69, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002. He is survived by his ex-wife and bestfriend, Muriel N. Medley of Albuquerque; daughters, Muriel Emily Apodaca and husband, Phil of Albuquerque, Beverly Sue Schutte and husband, Don of Tucumcari, and Carla Lee Bosellie of Albuquerque; brother, Roy"Sonny" Wells; and six grandchildren. Mr. Medley served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1957 and attended UNM. He was a city judge and Justice of the Peace in Mountainair. He was a member of Masonic Lodge in Estancia. Graveside services will be held Monday, August 12, 2002, 3:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Michaluk -- Margie Lorene Michaluk, 82, passed peacefully in her sleep at her home in Albuquerque on July 31, 2002. Margie was born to John W. Ransom and Lillie M. Ransom on October 27, 1919. Margie celebrated life everyday, and was a bright spot in many people's lives. She was married to William Michaluk who passed on before her November 5, 2001. In their retirement years they enjoyed bowling and fishing. Margie was a loving wife and mother. She was preceded in death by John D. Townsend her son of Arizona; and her brother, John W. Ransom Jr. of Albuquerque. Margie is survived by her daughter, Jayne Guerra of Oregon; two granddaughters, Arianna M. Guerra of Oregon and Shelly Bilyeu of California; a grandson, David Townsend of California; and four great-grandchildren, Joshua Guerra-Lange, Jacob Townsend, Morgan Bilyeu and Ashley Bilyeu; her niece, Janice Parras of Los Lunas was her friend and helper in the last years of her life. She had several nieces and nephews. Services will be held August 12, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Av. SE with Chaplin Ronald Cok officiating. Interment will follow at 2: 00 p.m. in Santa Fe National Cemetery with Chaplin Ruben Carlson officiating. Casket bearers will be John C. Ransom, Michael Ransom, Dave Townsend, Scott Bilyeu, Aaron Hahn and Ken Parras. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the V.A.M.C. Cancer Support Group Voluntary Services 1501 San Pedro SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling her arrangements.
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Montoya -- Benny A. Montoya, 89, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Thursday, August 8, 2002. He is survived by his son, Joe Bernard Montoya and wife, Mercie of Orlando, FL; daughters, Bernice Archuleta and husband, Mel of El Rito, NM and Marcie Espinoza and husband, Bill of Salt Lake City, UT; son, Don Montoya and wife, Irene of Albuquerque; daughter Linda of Alabama; son, Rey Montoya and wife, Terri of Las Vegas, NV; 19 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; brother, Louie Montoya; and sister, Clara Jaramillo and husband, Sam and companion, Maria Socorro Fernandez, all of Albuquerque. Mr. Montoya was preceded in death by his wife, Odilia Montoya; son, Donaciano Montoya; grandson, Grant Montoya; granddaughters, Natile Pacifico and Darlene Baca; and great-granddaughter, Yvonne Baca. He was born in Estancia and raised in Madrid. Mr. Montoya worked as a coal miner in Madrid, a janitor at the Kimo Theater and as a farmer, and as a roofer before working for the state. Rosary will be recited Sunday, 6:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 9502 N. 4th Street, Alameda. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Alfonso Montoya, Stephen Edmiston, Andres Montoya, Phillip Montoya, Mauricio Rodriguez and Ricky Jojola. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Munzer -- Grayce Catherine Munzer. In memory of Grayce Catherine Munzer, January 29 1922 - August 5 2002. Born in Philadelphia PA to parents, James T. Meridith and Catherine Brown-Meridith, Grayce is survived by her daughter, Michelle Denise Munzer-Hooker. Married to Paul Anthony Munzer in 1949, they later moved to Albuquerque where she worked as a nurse. Grayce was a woman of elegance and refinement and she will be sincerely missed by all those who knew her. Memorial Services will be held at Gate of Heaven 7500 Paseo Del Norte NE on August 12, 2002 at 2:00 pm.
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Owen -- Jack Bryan Owen, 83, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2002. Jack moved to Albuquerque from El Paso, TX in 1998. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Helen; his son, Bill and wife Kathy; grandchildren, Clarissa and Sam, all of Albuquerque; brother, Dan and his wife, Iris of Tucson, AZ; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Jack was born in Dallas, TX and grew up in Hayden, AZ. He served in the U.S. Navy in World War II and was a machinist for the El Paso Natural Gas Company from 1947-1981. Before retiring, he spent several years working on a liquefied natural gas project in Algeria and enjoyed traveling throughout Europe. Jack was devoted to his family and friends. He served his community as an active member of Manhattan Presbyterian Church, a coach of El Paso youth league sports, and over 50 years of membership in Masonic and Shrine organizations. He loved music, the outdoors and sports. He played trumpet in the Shrine Band and sang in the church and senior center chorus groups. An avid golfer, he played several times a week after retirement. Funeral will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, August 12, at Restlawn Memorial Park, 8700 Dyer Street, El Paso, Texas. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 8804 Washington NE, Ste. C, Albuquerque, NM 87113.
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Schmidt -- Jane Schmidt, daughter of the late Crawford and Annie Harvie of El Paso, TX died July 22, 2002 at Sandia Hospice from complications of osteoporosis. Jane was born in 1919 in El Paso, TX the youngest of six children. In 1939, Jane married her best friend, Edward F. Schmidt. Ed died one month before their 50th wedding anniversary. During his career with Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Company, Ed and Jane lived in Albuquerque, Gallup, Clayton and Silver City, NM. While in Silver City, Jane worked for the U.S. Forest Service advancing to the position of Auditing and Procurement for the Gila National Forest. Returning to Albuquerque in 1965 Jane worked at Kirtland AFB for Base Engineers until 1975. Ed retired from Mountain Bell the same year. Jane loved reading, Canasta, crossword puzzles, cryptoquips, politics, and her computer."Mom" lived for her daughters, Carol Overturf and husband, Gary of Albuquerque and Patricia Salars and husband, Dan of Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia."Grandma Jane" was adored by her five granddaughters and their husbands, Daphne and Matt Phillips, Jennifer and Kent Aspen, Anne and Mike Gurnee, Cyndi and Doug Alioth and Cathy and James Rylands."GG" delighted in visits and phone calls from her great-grandchildren, Madeleine and Gabrielle Phillips of Corpus Christi, TX, Joshua, Grace and Adeline Aspen of Cobden, IL, Nathaniel and Rebecca Gurnee of Portland, OR, Reed and Cade Alioth of Mechanicsburg, PA, and Madison, McKenna, Chip, Mabry and MacLayne Rylands of Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia. Jane is also survived by her dear friend and sister-in-law, Barbara Harvie of Brewster, MA; lifelong friend, Carol Stanke of Santa Fe, NM; special nieces, Mary Ann Meagher of San Francisco, California and Chris Lord of Brewster, MA; and friend, Mila Pohl of Albuquerque. Cremation has occurred and a Memorial Service was held at Vista Del Rio on July 24, 2002. Special thanks for all the love and support given by Dr. James Tyron, the staff and residents at Vista del Rio and the staff at Sandia Hospice.
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Suiter -- Hazel Lou Suiter, a resident of Albuquerque for 46 years, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002. She is survived by her son, Steven Suiter; granddaughter, Catherine Suiter; and daughter-in-law, Judy Suiter, all of Albuquerque; sisters, Dorothy White of Bellflower, CA, and Betty Trezona of Spearfish, South Dakota; sisters-in-law, Pearl Holderness of Van Nuys, CA, and Mildred Anderson of Pelham, AL. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter H. Suiter, in 1992; and son, Gary Suiter in 1982. Hazel was born in Cheyenne, WY on November 8, 1919. She tirelessly volunteered for numerous organizations in Albuquerque over the years, including the VA Hospital, Meals on Wheels, and MADD. She enjoyed tennis and square-dancing immensely and all the friendships associated with those activities. A Memorial Service will be held at First Church of Religious Science, 3320 San Pedro NE, Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108 or the charity of your choice.
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Thompson -- Ruth Hart Thompson, age 86, went home to her Lord and Savior, Thursday, August 8, 2002. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Bert B. Thompson. She is survived by her daughter, Judy Thompson; son, District Court Judge Robert L. Thompson; daughter-in-law, Jane Thompson; and grandchildren, Kelly and Sean Thompson, Jeff Dotson, Jill and husband, Bruce Aldridge, Missy and husband, Dan Lowther, Greg Dotson and wife, Amy; sisters, Betty Kirkus and husband, Carl, Louise Johnson; her brother, Jack Hart and wife, Daisy. Ruth was blessed with eight great-grandchildren. Ruth was born to a family of twelve children in Conyers, GA. She was a registered nurse having graduated from Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, GA. After graduation she became a flight attendant for TWA, a member of their second class for flight attendants. After marriage, Ruth and Bert settled in Albuquerque in 1940,"when Yale Boulevard was in the country". Ruth enjoyed her music and art. She was a member of Hoffmantown Church. During her lifetime, she demonstrated faith, courage and determination. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Frank Thompson officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Joe Sturges, David Schmuck, Dan Lowther, Carlton Pearl, Gerald Lowther and Ken Sullivan. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A special thanks for all the support from friends and the nurses and doctors at Presbyterian Kaseman and her long time physician, Dr. Russell Schultz. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Noonday Ministry, P.O. Box 25451, 87125. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Vishaway -- Frederick Vishaway, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Thelma Vishaway of Tijeras, NM; daughters, Kathleen Heckler of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Deborah Kinsella and husband, Patrick of Albuquerque, Pamela Serban and husband, William of Colorado Springs, CO, and Jacqueline Young of Modesto, CA; son, Michael A. Vishaway of Albuquerque; daughter, Patricia Maes of Lubbock, TX; son, Paul A. Vishaway and wife, Bernadette of Albuquerque; sister, Emylou Evans and husband, Jim of California; 25 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Rosary will be recited Saturday, August 10, 2002, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Sandy Hall reciting. Graveside services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Deacon Sandy Hall officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to charity of your choice. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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