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Apachito -- Dan Apachito died Thursday, August 15, 2002 in Albuquerque at the age of 63. Funeral Services for Mr. Apachito will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the Jesus Church, with Pastor Lester Secatero officiating. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Tue August 20, 2002

Arguello -- Andres Antonio Arguello, 20, went home to his Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2002. Andres was born on June 29, 1982 in Portales, NM He graduated from St. Pius X High School and was very active in baseball his entire life. His baseball interests expanded to include Little League, American Legion Summer Baseball Post 13, and he was very proud to have played for his high school team at St. Pius X. Andres was attending the University of New Mexico and was preparing to start his Junior year of college. He had a passion for life and his world revolved around his wonderful friends. Andres had a contagious smile and was always making people laugh. He was very fond of music and was a member of St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Andres was preceded in death by his uncle, Ronnie Roybal. He is survived by his beloved parents, Jose and Josephine Arguello of Albuquerque; cherished brother, Carlos Arguello; maternal grandparents, Reynaldo and Caroline Roybal of Santa Rosa, NM; paternal grandparents, Marcos and Luz Arguello of Vaughn, NM; uncles, Pat Arguello, Marcos and wife, Maryann Arguello, Jesus and wife, Yolanda Roybal, Rudy and wife, Janice Roybal, and David Roybal; his aunts, Dorothy and husband, John Sanchez, Romalia Roybal, Rose Ann and husband, Pat Maes; many, many, cousins; precious friend, Jasmine Storey; a host of many very special friends, and his beloved dog, Smokie. A visitation for Andres will be held Tuesday, August 20, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church (5901 St. Joseph's Drive NW directly across from St. Pius High School). A Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church with Father Frank Prieto as Celebrant. Interment will immediately follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Sam Baca, Cody Britton, Joe Gallegos, Stanley Grey, Marcus Antonini, and Johnny Atencio. Honorary Pallbearers will be all of his beloved cousins and endless friends. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Andres Arguello Fund at Wells Fargo Bank. This fund will be used to benefit youth baseball. The following is a special prayer that Andres kept written inside the brim of his baseball cap:"Protect me Lord and keep me safe. In the energy you provide, let me conquer. Unto you I give my thanks. Stay with me in my heart with strength. Amen." Services under the care of Sunrise Funeral Options (891-9192).
        Published on: Tue August 20, 2002

Black -- Ed Black, age 85 passed away August 15, 2002. He was born April 12, 1917 in Hamlin, West Virginia to the late Albert and June (Atkins) Black. He moved to Albuquerque in 1926. He is survived by two daughters, Sally Black and her husband, Frank Ruscitti of Phoenix and Amy Gayle Black of Albuquerque; one son, Dr Randy Black and his wife Renee Black of Albuquerque; three granddaughters, Lindsey, Nicole and Riva Black; two sisters, Gladys Smart and Alta Briscoe, both of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his brother, Albert; and sister, Jan. He was blessed to have a very large extended family most of which still call New Mexico home. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Ed Black had a long and committed history in New Mexico. In World War II he joined the Army Air Corps, was stationed in England, and proudly participated in the glider assault of Europe. He returned to Albuquerque to start a long and distinguished career in the automobile business. As owner of Ed Black Chevrolet he garnered many honors including the Presidency of both the National Auto Dealers Association and the NMADA. One of his proudest moments was being chosen Time-Life?s Auto Dealer of the Year for 1965. His commitment to the city of Albuquerque and the University of New Mexico rivalled his business achievements. A past City Commissioner, president of The United Way, and a member of the Airport Advisory Board are but a few of his endeavours. The University of New Mexico held a special place in his heart. As a member of the UNM football team which played in the Sun Bowl in El Paso in 1939, he never failed to have season tickets in both football and basketball, was a Lobo Club Member and a supporter of the Anderson School of Business. Other cherished Albuquerque activities included membership in the Albuquerque Rotary Club, the Albuquerque Country Club and in later years the"Gizmos" on Mondays. His full life included being an avid deep-sea fisherman, pilot, photographer, golfer, gardener and outdoor grill master. Most importantly to him was being able to explore the world with all of his immediate family. Wonderful journeys with him to Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe and South America enriched our lives. It would be remiss not to thank the exceptionally caring staff of St. Josephs Oncology, Radiology, Rehab facility and Vista Care. Their interest in him and caring for his needs eased his transition. In death he joins his wife, Loretto Harrison Black, on what would have been their 55th anniversary. Visitations will be held Monday, August 19, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. S.E. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church. Interment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park, Edith & Menual.
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Blanford -- Mary Ann Kitzero Blanford, 95, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Sunday, August 18, 2002. She was born in Louisville, KY on February 18, 1907. Her parents were Joseph Clemens and Anne Foley Kitzero. Mrs. Blanford was preceded in death by her husband, D. Ross Blanford; her son, Dr. David Joseph Blanford; her son-in-law, Joseph True Dobrusky; and her granddaughter, Mary Dobrusky. Mrs. Blanford was a member of St. Mark's on the Mesa Altar Guild. She was a 50 year member of the PEO Sisterhood, Chapter AD and a member of The Collectors Club. She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Ann Dobrusky; and her grandson and his family, Joseph and Jennifer Dobrusky, Michael, Kevin, Sean and Ily; her grandson, David Dobrusky; and her granddaughter, Kathleen Alling and her husband, Gary. Mrs. Blanford is survived by her nephew, William Kitzero; and her niece, Donna Hunger both of CA. She is also survived by her cousins, Kathy Andrews, and Steven and Scott Cowell of Lenexa, KS; and by many cousins in Louisville, KY. Memorial Services will be held, Wednesday, August 21, 2002 3:00 p.m., at St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. Cremation by Sunrise Society of New Mexico.
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Blechner -- Philip"Phil" C. Blechner, age 33, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2002. He was a member of Our Lady of� Guadalupe Catholic Church and attended Valley High School. Phil was recently preceded in death by his aunt Rosemany Torres and uncle Hilario"Lalo" Torres of Bernalillo and he is survived by his parents, Albert and Pauline Blechner of Albuquerque; son, Ryan Blechner; and former wife, Pamela Blechner of Grants; sister, Renee and Ron Wiggins; nephews, Michael and Daniel Wiggins; former in-laws, Mike and Patti Wellington of Grants; uncle, Rick Torres; aunts, Helen Torres and Theresa C de Baca and husband, John; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Memorial Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW. A Memorial Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2002. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2002. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW. Albuq., NM. 87107. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Bowman -- Ken Bowman, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, died on Friday, August 16, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Dottie Bowman; son, Kendell Bowman and his significant other, Maria E. Venegas of Albuquerque; sisters Tillie B. Sutton of Window Rock, AZ, Elsie J. Chase of Ft. Defiance, AZ, and Bertha M. Felland of Albuquerque; brother, Emmett Bowman of Phoenix, AZ; aunts, Rose Begay and Matilda Arviso of Tohatchi, NM; and lifelong friend, Jimmy Hickman of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Louise Bowman. His clan was Haltsooi (Meadow) born for Bitaani, maternal grandparent Tachini and paternal grandparent, Todechini (Bitter water). Ken was raised in Ft. Defiance, AZ where he completed his elementary education. He graduated high school from Navajo Methodist Mission in Farmington, NM and then graduated from Utah State University in Logan. Ken served in the US Army and then worked for the U. S. Forest Service as a District Forest Service Ranger in Carson National Forest. He continued to work for the U.S. Forest Service in the Apache National Forest, Gila National Forest, the Regional U. S. Forest Service in Albuquerque and then in Washington D.C. in the National Forest Service. After retirement, he worked with special operations, contracting with the US Forest Service to transport fire crews. He married Dorothy Sheffel on March 31, 1963 in Farmington. He was an avid sportsman, enjoyed bow and rifle hunting, fishing, golf, baseball and football. He was a member of the toastmasters and the Amigos Retirement Club. Services will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Hills Baptist Church, 3100 Morris NE, with Pastor Larry Miller officiating. Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, on Tuesday, August 20, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE #101, 87108 or to Friends of Smokey Bear Ballon, Inc. PMB 214 Suite H, 3250 Coors Blvd. NW, 87120-1270. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Brozo -- Vera Rebecca Allen Brozo, 93, of Waverly, Iowa, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2002, at the Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community of natural causes. Vera was born on June 19, 1909, south of LaPorte City, Iowa, the second daughter of Daniel J. and Inez (Harmon) Miller. She attended rural school in Benton County, Iowa, and graduated from West High School in Waterloo, Iowa. She then graduated from a Commercial Course at a Waterloo Business College. She worked as a bookkeeper for Smith-Lichty Hillman Company in Waterloo, Iowa. Vera was united in marriage to Harry L. Allen on November 10, 1934. They made their home in Waterloo, and Vera worked as a bookkeeper for Artificial Ice & Fuel. The couple moved to Albuquerque, NM. Harry passed away on November 21, 1950. She was employed as a bookkeeper for Sproul Construction Company, in Albuquerque, and also as a bookkeeper for K.L. House Construction Company, Inc., in Albuquerque, for many years, retiring on March 4, 1985, as secretary-treasurer in the Company. On October 27, 1962, she was united in marriage to Joseph F. Brozo in Albuquerque. Joseph passed away on July 25, 1985. In October of 1985, Vera moved to Waverly to live with her sister, Reba M. Pothast. In July of 1999, both Vera and Reba moved to Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community. She was an associate member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Waverly, a charter member of Trinity Methodist Church in Albuquerque, NM, and a member of the Order of Eastern Star for over 60 years. Survivors are her sister, Reba, of Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community, Waverly, Iowa; two nieces, Janet McClain and her husband, Donald, of Iowa City, Iowa, and Mary Kay Miller and her husband, Robert, of Waterloo, Iowa; several great-nieces and nephews; a step-son, Joseph F. Brozo, Jr. and his wife, Maxine, of Wolfforth, Texas; by five step grandchildren; 17 step-great-grandchildren; 18 step-great-great-grandchildren; and a former daughter-in-law, Ruth Brozo of Wolfforth, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Harry L. Allen and Joseph F. Brozo; one sister, Jean M. Abernathey; and a niece in infancy. Funeral Services will held on Wednesday, August 21, 2002, at 11:00 a.m. at the Good Shepherd Chapel, Bartels, with Pastor Keith Tomlinson officiating. Burial will be in the Waterloo Memorial Park Cemetery in Waterloo, Iowa. Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Good Shepherd Chapel, Bartels, on Wednesday, August 21, 2002. Memorials may be given to the Cedar Bend Humane Society, 1166 W. Airline Highway, Waterloo, Iowa 50703, or to Animal Humane Association of NM, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87108. Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home of Waverly, Iowa, is in charge of arrangements. 352-1187.
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Casados -- Albertino"Casey" Casados, 72, passed away on August 17, 2002. He was born on November 4, 1929 in Cerrillos, NM. He was retired from the National Guard and the City of Albuquerque. He was also the Grounds Manager for the Albuquerque Dukes for many years. Albertino had a great love for fishing and hunting and was a member of the North Fourth Senior Citizen Fishing Club and the Meadow Lark Fishing Club of Rio Rancho. Albertino was a very kind and generous person and will be deeply missed by his loving friends and family. He is survived by two brothers, Manuel Casados and wife, Nellie and Ernesto"Nieto" Casados and wife, Mary; one sister, Biolanda"Yolanda" Casados, nephew and nieces closest to him are Gilbert Casados, Dorothy Romero, Tillie McCann, Sadie Ortega, JoAnna Roger, Theresa Martinez and Barbara Casados and also numerous great and great-great-nephews and nieces. Visitations will be held on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Stover Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. the St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. Palmo Valente on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Phillip Casados, Adrian McCann, Jeremy McCann, Eloy Ortega, Steven Roger and Ramon Sanchez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dean McCann, Gilbert Casados, Robert Casados and Cayatano Casados. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Sandia Hospice Pavilion, 601 Dr. Martin King Jr. N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87102. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW. 243-5222.
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De Caterini -- Ann F. De Caterini, 84, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2002. She was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Bertello; and her only sister, Pauline Eben of Fremont, CA. On retirement in 1979, Ann moved from Washington, D.C. to Rio Rancho, NM, and in 1991 to Albuquerque. She worked as secretary for the U.S. State Department Foreign Service for 28 years, serving mostly in overseas assignments. Ann was ever grateful for all of God's Mercies to her. Resurrection Mass will be celebrated, Thursday, August 22, 2002, 5:30 p.m. at St. Bernadette's Church, 1800 Martha, NE, followed by cremation at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menual Blvd. NE. Interment of cremains will take place at Sunset Memorial Park at a later date. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Dixon -- Jim C. Dixon, Sr. Big Jim Dixon passed away on August 16, 2002, from complications related to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. He was born on July 30, 1922, in Farwell, Texas, the son of Grover and Ruby Dixon. He graduated from Farwell High in 1940 and then enrolled at Texas Technological College. He enlisted in the Navy in February 1942 and served as a Medical Corpsman with the U.S Marine Corps in the South Pacific during World War II. Jim served in battle on Guadalcanal, Tarawa and Saipan. He received the Silver Star and Purple Heart for extraordinary service while engaged in battle on Saipan. He was discharged in September 1945. He married Danca Belcheff on December 22, 1946, and returned to Texas Tech where he received a degree in Agriculture in January 1949. He was employed in Taos by the Veterans Administration to assist returning Native American Vets in agricultural and vocational skills. Jim then accepted employment as a Soil Conservationist with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and lived in Santa Fe from 1953 until his death. After retiring in 1983, Jim and Danca enjoyed the winter seasons in Apache Junction, Arizona, where he became an avid golfer. Jim was an active member of St. Johns United Methodist Church, Montezuma Lodge No. 1, Scottish Rite, York Rite and the Shriners (where he served as"Jumbo the Clown"), was a former member of the Santa Fe Civitan Club, served as a Little League Baseball Coach for many years, Assistant Scoutmaster, DeMolay Dad and was an adult sponsor for the too-many-to-count activities in which his four sons were involved. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Danca; four sons, Gary and his wife, Susan of Denver, Colorado, Jerry and his wife, Debbie of Albuquerque, Jim, Jr. and his wife, Kim of Bosque Farms and Harold and his wife, Kathy of Santa Fe. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Rebecca and her husband, Richard Schleininger, Russell, Monica, Melanie, Adam, Jessica, Lauren, Jared, Travis, Evan and Kimber; and one great-granddaughter, who was born the same day Jim went to Heaven; his brother, Harold of Albuquerque; a large and loving extended family; and many friends also survive him. Jim's family would like to thank the exceptional loving and caring staff of the Alzheimer's wing at Casa Real where Jim resided for the past year. Their interest in him and care for his needs eased his transition. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 20 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at McGee Memorial Chapel. Funeral Services will be held at St. Johns United Methodist Church on Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 10:30 a.m., with graveside services following immediately thereafter at the National Cemetery. The family requests contributions to St. Johns United Methodist Church Building Fund in lieu of flowers. McGee Memorial Chapel Mortuary, 1320 Luisa Street, 983-9151.
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Dunn -- Sam J. Dunn, 73, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at the VA Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at noon 12:00 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe NM.
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Fischer -- Lidia Fischer, 86, a resident of Albuquerque for 11 years, loving mother, grandmother and friend, died Monday, August 19, 2002. She is survived by her daughter, Dr. Vivian Giudice and husband, Dr. Richard Giudice of Albuquerque; son, Andrew Fischer, Esq. and wife, Linda Jason, Esq. of Boston, MA; grandchildren, Michael, Jeffrey and Lauren Giudice of Albuquerque and Shira, Miriam and Ted Fischer of Boston, MA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Jan Bernard Fischer in 1986. Lidia was born in Lodz, Poland, and survived the horrors of the Holocaust. Mrs. Fischer immigrated to the U.S. with her husband in 1950 and worked hard to"achieve the American dream". Lidia founded"The League to Aid Retarded Children" in New Jersey during the 1960's. She loved socializing with people, loved to tell stories, and was an avid bridge player. Services will be held Wednesday p.m., August 21, 2002 at Goldsteins Funeral Chapel, in Philadelphia, PA, with interment at Mount Lebanon Cemetery in Collingdale, PA. A local Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, August 28th, 5:00 p.m., at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana NE. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation of NM, 777 E. Missouri #119, Phoenix, AZ 85014 or the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Garcia -- Ramon Garcia, 53, went home to be with the Lord on August 19, 2002. He was born on November 2, 1948 in Roy, NM. Ramon is survived by his wife, Mary Garcia; mother, Augustina Garcia; step-children, Connie Maldonado and husband, David, Benita Garcia, Jarlena Anderson and husband, Oak and Freddy Ortega; brother, Robert Garcia; sisters, Helen Martinez from Norwalk, CA, Irene Perez and husband, Arnold from Commerce City, CO, Dominga Garcia from Santa Fe, Lenora Garcia from Santa Fe and Dolores Ahumada and husband, Hector also from Santa Fe; 15 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Ramon will be deeply missed by his loving family. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary at 7:00 p.m. Final viewing will be on Thursday morning from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated by Fr. James Moore at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Donald Vigil, Anthony Castor, Rudy Bustos, Willie Martinez Jr., Monte Perez and Virgil Pittman. Honorary Pallbearers will Daniel Roybal, Michael Castor and Ramon J. Garcia. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
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Gibbons -- Jason Gibbons, 35, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on August 16, 2002. He is survived by his fathers, John Gibbons of Las Vegas, NV and Steve Schlossman of Vashon, Island, WA; mother, Barbara Dennard of Vashon Island, WA; brother, Mikhael Schlossman also of Vashon Island, WA; grandmother, Lucie Dennard of Tyler, TX; aunt, Kate Fellows of Houston, TX; uncle, Carl Gibbon of Dallas, TX. Jason was very loving, gregarious and fun loving. He was never one to stand silent in the face injustice, please send memorials to: Battered Women's Shelter, 400 Elm Street SE, Albuquerque, NM 87103. Memorial service will take place on Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks North of Paseo Del Norte.) with Rick Donaho, officiating.
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Gonzales -- Andy Gonzales, 50 a resident of Albuquerque passed away on August 17, 2002. Andy is the beloved husband of 28 years to Nora Gonzales. Andy is also survived by his daughters, Monica Baxter and husband, Jason, Jennifer Lucero and husband, Chris; four grandchildren, Ivorie, Chantelle and Elijah Gonzales-Baxter and Angelique Renee Lucero; two sisters, Mary Bustillos and Patsy Anaya; four brothers, Alfonso Gonzales and wife, Mary, Jose Gonzales, John Gonzales and Fred Gonzales; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW with a Prayer Service to be held at 7:00 p.m. by Pastor Felix Gallegos. A final visitation will be Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Funeral Service to held at 10:00 a.m. by Pastor Felix Gallegos. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Jason Baxter, Chris Lucero, John Castillo, Eloy Chavez, Anthony Gonzales, Robert Gonzales, Freddy Gonzales. Honorary pallbearer will be, Jason Gavaldon. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of the arrangements.
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Herdejurgen -- Mildred Herdejurgen,"Gram" died Sunday, August 18, 2002 at the age of 95. Born Mildred Gray on January 24, 1907, in Tupelo Mississippi, the youngest daughter of Russell and Margaret Gray she moved, with her ten siblings, to Texas at the age of five. She spoke of riding the train from Mississippi to Texas in 1912, and Mama waking her to see the Mississippi river as they crossed it. It was in Houston that she met and married Johnny Herdejurgen, who passed away in 1975. Together, the couple was blessed with four children. Their eldest son, Jack Herdejurgen, of Houston who passed away in 1992, is survived by wife, Mary. Second oldest son, Ross Herdejurgen and wife, Donna live in Houston TX. Only daughter, Annette and husband, Epifanio Padilla Jr. live in Moriarty NM and youngest son Arthur"Sonny" Herdejurgen and wife, Sylvia also reside in Houston. Gram is also survived by 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and ten great-great grandchildren. Mildred and Johnny moved to Albuquerque in 1945, where they ran a small 2nd Street Café. After Johnny's retirement, Mildred opened Buttons and Bows, a seamstress shop, which she operated for many years, well into her 80's. She worked hard and was proud of the many garments she created, including several wedding dresses and figure skating costumes. If her eyesight hadn't failed, no doubt she would have continued to sew to the end. A strong, self-sufficient woman, she continued to live independently in her Albuquerque home until 1997. Her last years were spent in Edgewood NM, near her daughter, Annette. Gram was a caring mother and grandmother who enjoyed teaching her grandkids to sew, playing dominoes and going fishing. If you called to ask what she was doing, she was likely to say that she was,"Sewing up a storm." A life that spanned a century, 95 years is a very long life indeed, yet the time is brief and seems to pass too quickly. Remember, and she is there. We are never ready to let go, but we also know that she lived a long and good life and deserves to rest. We are pleased to know that she is free from the troubles of this world and the ailment that entrapped her. At last, she will rejoin Jack and once again go fishing with Johnny. Great-grandson, Rev. Dennis Padilla will officiate at the service. Pall bearers are Johnny Padilla, Robert Padilla, Paul Padilla, Christopher Padilla, John Lyn Herdejurgen and Russell Herdejurgen. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE is in charge of arrangements.
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Lee -- R.G. Lee, Jr. passed away on July 2, 2002. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2002, 11:00 a.m. at the First Church of Religious Science, 3320 San Pedro Dr., NE. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to Presbyterian Hospice or the Humane Society.
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Lovato -- Frances E. Lovato, age 88, and a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully August 17, 2002. Frances retired in 1974 from the Albuquerque Public Schools. She loved going to Pecos during the spring, summer, and fall seasons to spend time in the family cabin and spend time outside with nature. Frances is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Fred W. Lovato; her only daughter, Linda Lovato-Montoya; and son-in-law, Martin Montoya; her only granddaughter, Victoria Lovato-Montoya; her sons, Leroy Barboa and wife, Theresa; Lee Joe Anzures and his wife, Helen, Alfonso Anzures, Pat Anzures and his wife, Johnna, Mike Anzures and his wife, Ginger, Frank Anzures and his wife, Kathy, Fred Anzures, Sam Anzures and his wife, Penny. Frances is also survived by numerous other family members and friends. Memorial Services will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper Ave. NW., on Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. Frances requested that she be cremated and buried in the Veterans National Cemetery in Santa Fe. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation be made to the Rio Grande Nature Center where Frances enjoyed watching and listening to the birds. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW,. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Luck -- Stella Ann Luck, 77, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Sunday, August 18, 2002. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Sue Ann Shwiller and husband, Fred, of Durango, CO, Laura McQuarrie and husband, Bob, and Patti Haisley and husband, Jeff, all of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mary E. Fruth of Napoleon, OH and numerous nieces and nephews. she was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Harry J. Luck. She was very active as a volunteer with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, enjoyed quilting with Humanity Quilters of Tijeras, NM, loved gardening, her cats, and lived her life for her children and grandchildren. Services will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, on Tuesday, August 20, 2002, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
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Madrid -- Placida"Pat" Madrid, a 60-year resident of Albuquerque died Sunday, August 18, 2002. Placida was the matriarch of her family. Even though she was legally blind, she excelled in every task she undertook. She is survived by her sons, Tony Madrid and wife, Stella, Eddie Madrid and wife, Carmen of Las Vegas, NM, and Gene Madrid and wife, Mary of Albuquerque; daughter, Maria"Josie" Erdman and husband, Otto of Albuquerque; 17 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren; sister, Charlotte Gonzales; brothers, Donaciano Gonzales, Isauro Gonzales, Albert Gonzales and Manuel Gonzales; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nicolas Madrid; and grandchildren, Eric Popiel, Stephen Popiel, and Larry Erdman. Placida was born in Colonias, NM and met her husband, Nicolas Madrid while attending New Mexico School for the Visually Handicapped in Alamogordo. She was the oldest surviving student of the school at the time of her death. Placida owned and operated Mi Casita, a shelter home for the elderly in Albuquerque for 21 years. She founded Madrid Bail Bond Industries, which she later turned over to her family. She was the inspiration to her family to continue in her endeavors. Placida was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, the Altar Rosary Society, and the New Mexico Federation for the Blind. She was a beloved mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Rosary will be held Tuesday, August 20, 2002, 7:00 p.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Deacon Al McLane and Deacon Bob Martinez, reciting. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, August 21, 2002, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Father Tom Zotter, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Danny Erdman, Leonard Erdman, Gerald Madrid, John Madrid, Mike Madrid, andGene Madrid. Honorary pallbearers will be Dennis Erdman and Eddie Madrid. Friends may visit St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, Tuesday, August 20, 2002, 6:15 p.m. until rosary. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Maestas -- Mary S. Maestas, 67, went home to be with the Lord on August 18, 2002. She was born on February 17, 1935 in Cuba, NM. She is survived by her husband, Ivan E. Maestas; sons, Ivan Rudy Maestas and wife, Laurie and Leonard Maestas and wife, Irene; daughters, Myrlin Perea and Lavern Padilla and husband, Carlos; brothers, Armante Jaramillo and wife, Flora, Moises Jaramillo and wife, Genera and Eloy Jaramillo; sister, Nora Madrid and husband, Ben; ten grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Mary will be deeply missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held on Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited following at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Final viewing will be on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rudy Maestas, Leonard Maestas, David Maestas, Tony Perea III, Patrick Linebarger and Darrell Trujillo. Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Maestas, Carlos Padilla, Rick Maestas, Benjie Madrid, Louie Jaramillo and Danny Jaramillo. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
        Published on: Tue August 20, 2002

O'donnell -- Juanita M. O'Donnell, 79, passed away on August 18, 2002, after a long illness. Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Werner and her husband, Mark Werner, M.D. of Corrales, NM; her granddaughter, Monica Cronin and her husband, Tom Cronin, III of Ogden, Utah; and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by six sisters; and two brothers. A Memorial Service will be held at Manzano del Sol, 5201 Roma Ave. NW on Saturday, August 24, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests, donations to the Alzheimer's Association, 919 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1100, Chicago, IL, 60611-1676. French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
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Sellards -- Kimela Sellards- There will be a memorial service for Kimela Sellards on Tuesday, August 20 at 3:30 p.m. at Victory Love Fellowship, 7201 Central NW. Friends are invited to come and celebrate Kim's life.
        Published on: Tue August 20, 2002

Storey -- Kirk Storey. Lou Storey and family would like to thank family and friends for their love, support and prayers at this time. May God bless you all. The Storey Family.
        Published on: Tue August 20, 2002

Valdez -- Orlando C., age 62, passed away August 19, 2002 in Albuquerque. He is preceded in death by his parents, Adelaido and Tomasita Valdez; brother, Leroy Valdez. He is survived by daughter, Elizabeth Perea and husband, Charles of Albuquerque; son, Raymond Valdez, of �Los Lunas; grandchildren, Ashley Valdez Perea and Charles Perea, Jr; brother, Henry Valdez of Mora; sisters, Fabiola Archuleta, Porfie Gonzales and husband, Ernest, Angela. and Ida Valdez all of Albuquerque, Louella Carabajal and husband, Adrian of Las Cruces. Numerous nephews, nieces and friends. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 4th and Alameda. His cremated remains will be interred in St Gertrude's Cemetery in Mora. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
        Published on: Tue August 20, 2002

Wilkowski -- Captain A. Pat Wilkowski, 85, a 30-year resident of Albuquerque died Sunday, August 18, 2002. She is survived by her sister, Jane Church of Hackettstown, NJ and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Eugenia Bailey in February 2002. Her life commitment was to nursing. Pat graduated from Seton Hall University, College of Nursing. She was a military nurse in WWII. Pat served as a nursing home inspector. She was a member of DAV Chapter #32 since 1970. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, August 21, 2002, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, Claremont and Vermont NE. Interment will take place at 11:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue August 20, 2002