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Armijo -- Antonia"Toni" Armijo, 86, a longtime resident of Los Lunas, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 8, 2002, after an illness. Toni was preceded in death by her husband, Isaac Armijo; her parents, Margarita Romero-Griego and Eduardo Griego of Peralta; her three beloved sisters, Adelaida Alderete, Eufemia Armijo and Adelina Torres; and three brothers, Adolfo, Hilario and Lalo Griego. She is survived by four loving sisters, Senaida Sanchez and her husband, Tomas; Louisa Lovato; Mela Jaramillo and Cora Barba; and one brother, Lorenzo Griego, with whom she resided for many years. She is also survived by two sister-in-laws, Josephine Griego and Mary Montano. Toni had an extended family of many, many loving nieces, nephews, friends, as well as her"church" family. She was a member of the seventh-Day-Adventist Church in Valencia. A viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home on Monday, September 9, 2002 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Pastor Jorge Ricco will conduct services on Tuesday, September 10 at the Seventh-Day-Adventist Church, 28 El Cerro Rd. in Los Lunas, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the San Clemente Cemetery. Pallbearers will be some of her many nephews, including, Henry Barba, Orlando Jaramillo, Jose Silviano Lovato, Tony Acosta, Carlos Torres, and Gilbert Jaramillo. Honorary Pallbearers will be Reuben Romero, Gerald Chavez and Epifanio Armijo Jr. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.���
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Boone -- Olive Boone 99, died at the Life Care Center in Farmington on Saturday, September 7, 2002. Olive is survived by one daughter, Roberta Graham of Farmington; three grandsons, William Robert Miller of Farmington, Robert Houston Graham, Jr. of Durango, Colorado, and Dale Graham of Chicago, Illinois; granddaughter Gale Jeanette Barron of Farmington; great granddaughters Alta Elizabeth Graham of Durango, Jennifer Autumn Planck of Socorro, and Hanna Barron of Farmington. Olive was preceded by her husband Robert Preston Boone. Olive was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Graveside funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 410, 2002 at Fariview Memorial Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of La Quey Funeral Home, 325-9611.
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Byers -- Joyce Ann Ralston Byers, 63, died at her Los Alamos home on September 4, 2002. Born in Columbia, PA, on November 30, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Gladys Mae Winters Ralston and Willard James Ralston. She had been a Los Alamos resident since 1984. During her working career outside the home, Mrs. Byers was principally a nurse's aide and a cafeteria worker and manager. In Los Alamos, she began in October 1984 as the salad bar manager at Los Alamos High School. She moved to Los Alamos Middle School in 1985 and ultimately became lead food worker with managerial duties until ill health forced her retirement during the 1998-99 school year. While in her 20s, Mrs. Byers entered a poem in a contest sponsored by Johnny Carson of the Tonight show. It was chosen to be read during the show, and Mrs. Byers received an autographed copy of a then-current Carson book. During her cafeteria work at Albuquerque High School, she was chosen Sweetheart of the Year for Albuquerque Public Schools in recognition of her achievements and popularity. She was the first recipient of the Classic Mother Award for New Mexico, presented by the American Movie Classics network. In February 2000, eight months after suffering a stroke, her message expressing Valentine's Day sentiments for submission to the Los Alamos Monitor won a prize for most sentimental entry. Her family remembers her as a loving, gentle person with a quick, mischievous, unique sense of humor. Her wit and wisdom will be sorely missed. She is survived by her husband, Lynn of the family home; her daughter, Peggy Lewis and husband, Boyad of Albuquerque; daughter, Valerie Byers of Albuquerque; son, Matthew Byers and wife, Lori of Carlsbad; and sister, Gloria Webb Groff of Lancaster, PA. Also surviving are grandchildren, Danielle Isler and fiance, Chris Candelaria, Adam Isler, and Eric Isler, all of Albuquerque, Amanda Byers, Amber, Lindsey, David, Saren, and Loren Weyerman, all of Carlsbad, and Tifani Ryan and husband, Pat of Lakeland, CO. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Paul Douglas Steinbach. There will be no Funeral or Memorial Service. Instead, a visitation for family and friends will be held at the family home, 2460 35th St., Apartment D, Los Alamos, on Saturday, September 14, 2002 beginning at 1:00 p.m. The family requests no flowers. Those who intended to buy flowers are asked to use that money for some special thing to be given to a loved one to remind that person of how much he or she is loved. Those who would prefer to donate to a charity are asked to give to Habitat for Humanity, which generously gave its time and energy to build two large wheelchair ramps for Mrs. Byers.
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Chandler -- Garvis Alfred Chandler, a resident of Albuquerque since 1944, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2002, after a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Yolanda De Arag�o Chandler, a native of Brazil; two daughters from his first marriage, Faye Woods and Melba Kaszuba and husband, Richard, all of Rio Rancho; seven grandchildren, Monte Woods and wife, Rae, Bill Woods and wife, Heather, Cindy Richey and husband, Wayne, Darrell Chandler, all of Albuquerque, Karen Hilton, Jim Kaszuba and wife, Sandy of Rio Rancho, Rosanne Anaya and husband, Alex of Chicago, IL; and one sister, Lois Eades of Riverside, CA; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Garvis was preceded in death by his son, Jerry Chandler in 1995; and a grandson, Mike Woods in 1983. Garvis was born on January 22, 1912 in Archer County, TX, the 7th of 10 children born to Benjamin Franklin Chandler and Argie Bishop. When Garvis was 5, his family homesteaded a farm in eastern Las Animas County, Colorado, near Kim. As a teenager and young man, Garvis continued farming until the Depression and Dust Bowl forced him to move his family to California in search of work. He learned the welder�s trade and worked in that capacity during WWII in various defense plants. After moving to Albuquerque, he spent several years building houses. In 1949, Garvis went to work for Sandia National Laboratories and retired in 1972. Nights and weekends, he continued building houses. In 1960, he built a large house on property in Cedar Crest that was featured in the Albuquerque Journal. After retirement Garvis worked with his son in several businesses. He enjoyed working in his wood shop making things for friendsand relatives until failing eyesight forced him to give it up. Garvis was an avid country music fan and loved Ford cars and pickups. He and his wife enjoyed traveling to visit friends and playing the slot machines. He will be grievously missed by family and friends. A memorial gathering will be observed Wednesday, September 11, 2002, at 2:00 p.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Entombment of cremains will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School Rd. NE, Suite 310, 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Espinosa -- Ronnie G. Espinosa November 6, 1946 - September 11, 2000Each morning when I awake I know that you're gone. And no one knows the heartache As I try to carry on. My heart still aches with sadness And secret tears still flow What it's meant to lose you No one will ever know. My thoughts are always with you Your place no one can fill. In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. There will always be heartache, And often a silent tear. But always a precious memory Of the days that you were here. I hold you close within my heart And there you will remain, To walk with me though my life Until we meet again. Your loving mom, Tonnie
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Koym -- Thomas Philip Koym, a resident of Sandia Park NM for 27 years, passed away Friday, September 6, 2002, two days after his 94th birthday. An only child, he was born September 4, 1908 in Denison, Texas to Herman August and Mary Annie Loftin Koym. He attended schools in both Sherman, Texas and Denison, graduating from Denison High School in 1927. He married Mary Louise Bingham in 1929. Philip and Louise had a stillborn son in 1932, and a daughter, Mina, in 1934. Philip became a road construction superintendent, working for the Carey Construction Company of Lexington, Kentucky for 47 years. In addition to building roads all over the South, Philip also worked his produce farm east of Denison during the growing season for 12 years. He was a hard worker and an excellent craftsman, having built or remodeled several homes, including furniture. Upon retirement, Philip and Louise moved to Sandia Park to be near their daughter and son-in-law, Don Carnicom. Philip was preceded in death by his son and his parents, and by his wife who died in 1982. He is survived by his daughter, son-in-law and Britsy, his fox terrier and faithful companion. Philip was an independent, dignified, self-reliant, and responsible member of his community who would lend help whenever he could to whoever needed it. He was a remarkable man, loved and respected by those who knew him. Although his body weakened, his mind remained extremely sharp to the very end. He especially enjoyed his contacts with the Jones and Glackin families in Kentucky, and his neighbors John and Pat Holovka. Many people will miss him. He had a great appreciation for all forms of life. In his honor, please extend your kindness to a creature you would ordinarily ignore or harm. Remember to be grateful to be alive, a human being, an American, and reasonably healthy. Philip's remains have been donated to the University of New Mexico's Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, to be used in the Laboratory of Human Osteology. No services are planned.
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Lott -- Donald Eugene Lott, 52, has gone home to be with the Lord. Formerly of Roswell, he was a resident of Albuquerque since 1984. He is survived by his wife, Eugenia Sproul Lott of the family home; and daughter, Kerith Timmons of Fort Davis,Texas. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, with Sebastien Frappier officiating."So we are always confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord." 2 Corinthians 5:8
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Padilla -- Domitilia (Tillie) Padilla, born May 17, 1921, died peacefully in the arms of her loving family on September 6, 2002.Tillie was preceded in death by her husband, Benito; and grandson Christopher Martinez. She is survived by her daughter, Christina and husband, Steve Lopez; son, Pro Padilla and wife, Virginia; grandson, Eugene Martinez; brother, Ruben Lucero and wife, Ramona; sisters, Dolores Sanchez and husband, Juan, Edna Sanchez and husband, Eloy, Cecilia Barela; sister-in-law, Olympia Lucero; and a very special friend, Sylvia Gonzales, along with a special nephew she helped raise, Felix Duran; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those who knew and loved her. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Funeral Services will conducted Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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Quintana -- The family of Ray B. Quintana wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosaries and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Sinkey -- David Ross Sinkey, age 53, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend was called home to be with the Lord our Savior, Friday, September 6, 2002. David was a resident of Corrales; he was born on April 4, 1949 in Waverly, IA; he was a member of Local 611 IBEW. His baby sister Mary Ann who left this world as an infant precedes him in death. He is survived by his wonderful parents, Ross Jay and the former Audrey Adell Grapp of Corrales; his wife of six short years, Edna B. Garcia; blessed daughter, Robyn Jeanette and husband, Anthony M. Scott of New Braunfels, TX; amazing son, David Andrew of El Paso, TX; stepchildren, Raoul Cisco Garcia and wife, the former Karen Kelly Kimbrell, Nicholas Bibian Maes; adopted nephew, Blas Anthony Nieto; brother, Dennis Timothy of Arrey; sister, Donna Adell and husband, Carlos M. (Charlie) Otero of Albuquerque; nine super grandchildren and step-grandchildren; several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews; and a host of friends. Dave will truly be missed by all that loved him and knew him. Visitations will be Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary; and from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at San Ysidro Catholic Church in Corrales, NM, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at San Ysidro Catholic Cemetery in Corrales. Casketbearers will be Tony Scott, David Sinkey Armstrong, Dennis Sinkey, Richard Ponzar, Steve Horchheimer, Salatore Maniaci. Honorary Bearers will be Nick Maes and Gloria Silver. For floral assistance, please call 898-3160. Funeral services were entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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Springer -- Jennie Baca Springer. A Memorial Rosary will be recited this evening at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 7:00 p.m. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday morning at 11:00 a.m. also at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Arrangements by American Burial and Cremation Center, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. Albuquerque, NM 87106.
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Warwick -- William A.J. Warwick, 44, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque died Monday, September 9, 2002. He is survived by his mother, Shelley M. Thommarson of Albuquerque; sisters, Josephine A. Blasi and husband, Tony of Portland, OR, Therese A. Sackreiter and husband, Harry of Clovis, NM and Patricia A. Vreeke and husband, John of Albuquerque; and 13 nieces and nephews. William was an active member of Civitan, and he enjoyed volunteering for many different groups. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon Manuel Facio reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1860 Griegos NW, with Father Joe Vigil, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Tony Blasi, Harry Sackreiter, John Vreeke, Joshua Sackreiter, John Wade, Rudy Sandoval and Christopher DeGraaf. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Whittaker -- Whittaker Walt Jesse Whittaker Jr., 81, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2002 at his home in Magdalena, NM. He was a resident of Magdalena since 1997. He was born August 23, 1921 to Walter J. and Ella (Israel) Whittaker in Ft. Smith, AR. He is survived by his wife, Mary B. (Scott) Whittaker of their home; son, W. Scott Whittaker of Broken Arrow, OK; daughter, Crystal D. McClernon of Albuquerque; grandsons, Kyle and Thomas Whittaker. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be at a later date. The family asked that in lieu of flowers, any donations be made to Casa Esperanza, 1005 Yale NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 (505-277-9880). Cremation arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
        Published on: Tue September 10, 2002