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Alexander -- Larry Alexander, age 56, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2002. He was a resident of Albuquerque. He is survived by his son, Larry Alexander Jr.; sisters, Delois Coats and Clara Bryant; brothers, Earmer Alexander Jr. and Glen Alexander. Visitation and Service will be held at Metropolitan Temple Church of God In Christ, 1120 2nd St. NW., at Mountain Rd. The visitation will be held on Friday, October 11, 2002� from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with the Funeral Service beginning at 1:00 p.m. Pastor L Keith Jones will officiate. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. (505)-343-8008.
        Published on: Wed October 09, 2002

Archibeque -- Angelica (Angel) S. Archibeque, 17, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on October 7, 2002 with her loving family at her side. Angel is survived by her parents, Gilbert and Cindee Archibeque; four sisters, Jessica, Vanessa, Valerie and Jasmine Archibeque; her grandparents, Emiliano and Charlotte Olguin and Ricarda Archibeque; her niece, Serina Martinez; her nephew, Gabriel Martinez; her best friend, Anita Maldonado; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Angel loved arts, crafts and painting.� Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. by Minister Andy Padilla.� Final visitation will be Friday morning at the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m., Minister Andy Padilla will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.� Pallbearers will be Serlo Vigil, Timmy Gallegos, Jerry Garcia, Ryan Ruiz, Jerry Nutumya and Mark Maito.� Honorary Pallbearers will be Mario Vigil and Matthew Olguin.� Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW in charge of arrangements. 243-7861.
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Asbill -- Smith"Smitty" L. Asbill, Jr., M.D., 70, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico and formally a longtime resident of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on October 6, 2002 with his adoring family by his side. He was born October 10, 1931 in Tipton, Oklahoma and moved with his family to Morse, Texas where he graduated high school in 1949. He then enlisted in the Navy and proudly served his country for four years in the Korean War. He was a medic for the Navy and Marines and was awarded a medal for his bravery. After being discharged from the Navy, he attended Texas Tech University and graduated with a degree in chemistry. Following graduation, he attended University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and received his medical degree in 1961. He interned at Methodist Hospital in Dallas and completed his residency in anesthesiology at Parkland Hospital in 1964. He then moved his family to Lubbock, Texas where he practiced at Methodist Hospital for 30 years as a member of Lubbock Anesthesia Associates. During his career he sat on the board of directors and served as District Director of TSA, was a delegate to ASA, a member of Lubbock/Garza County Medical Society, and a member of Phi Rho Medical fraternity. After retirement in 1994, he moved to Albuquerque followed by an adventurous move to Fairbanks, Alaska for four years and Hilo, Hawaii for one year before returning to Albuquerque this past June. Even though he loved practicing medicine and traveling, his most cherished love was his wife, Marjorie, his children and grandchildren. Among all his achievements throughout his wonderful life taking care of and loving his family gave him his greatest pride and joy. He is predeceased by his parents, Smith Langford Asbill, Sr. and Lois Asbill. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Marjorie Asbill of Albuquerque; his five children, daughter, Lisa Morgan of Aspen, Colorado, daughter, Leslie Prichard and husband, Troy of Albuquerque, son, Robert Asbill and wife, Julie of Bella Vista, Arkansas, daughter, Lea Anne Oliver and husband, Todd of Waco, Texas, daughter, Laurel Kressler and husband, Rob of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his brother, Jimmie Asbill and wife, Marilyn of Mississippi; and 12 grandchildren, Ben, Greg, Briaun, Brishel, Jake, Brooke, Alex, Morgan, Ashlea, Christopher, Cody and Austin. Services will be held Thursday, October 10, 2002 p.m. in the chapel at Resthaven Funeral Home in Lubbock, Texas. Pallbearers will be Troy Prichard, Todd Oliver, Rob Kressler, Benjamin Furstenwerth, Jimmie Asbill, Dr. Billy P. Kincaid, Dr. James R. Moyes, and Dr. George Beck. The family will receive friends at Resthaven Funeral Home in Lubbock, Texas on Wednesday evening, October 9, 2002 between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association.
        Published on: Wed October 09, 2002

Burke -- Edward E. Burke, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1974 after moving here from Centerville, MA, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2002. He is survived by two sons, Kenneth and wife, Ann and Robert; grandchildren, Jamie Morley, Lisa Tokarski, Stephen Burke and Anthony Burke; one great-grandchild, Kenny Morley; and sisters, Lester Ringer and Lorraine Tennent. He was preceded in death by Anna, the mother of his children who passed away in 1975; and his second wife Gerritdena; his mother, Elsie; father, Edward; and two brothers, Russell and William. Edward served in World War II and the Korean War. He was a fulltime member of the Massachusetts National Guard. Edward worked at the Hyannis National Guard Armory as a Supply Sergeant until his retirement in 1969. While in good health, he attended Asbury Methodist Church. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Clyde Stanfield officiating. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Stephen and Anthony Burke, Kenny Morley, Nathan Morley, Dave Van Pelt and Lloyd Marrujo. The family wishes to thank the staff of Manor Care and Quality Continuum Hospice for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his honor to the National World War II Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 96766, Washington, DC 20090-6706. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Caird -- Marilyn Frances Barrett Sweeney Caird, born February 14, 1928 in Fairmont, NE, gracefully passed away October 4, 2002, after a valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. Preceded in death by loving husbands, John E. (Jack) Sweeney and Robert S. Caird. Survived by sister, Ruby Patton, Anchorage, AL; son and daughter-in-law, John and Sue Sweeney of Omaha, NE; daughter and son-in-law, Mary Anita Sweeney-Reid and Peter Reid of Rio Rancho, NM; and four grandsons, Pat, Mike, John and James. Marilyn's early years were spent on a farm in Fairmont, NE. She graduated from St. Mary's College, Norte Dame, IN. Following graduation, Marilyn spent 20 years as an educator in El Rito and Los Alamos Public Schools. Marilyn was an active member of DAR and Colonial Dames, as well as an avid bridge player and a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Should friends desire, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society. Visitation will begin on Wednesday, October 9, 2002 at 6:00 p.m. where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Los Alamos. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Los Alamos, New Mexico, Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, 984-8600.
        Published on: Wed October 09, 2002

Chavez -- Richard S. Chavez, 76, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died October 5, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Connie Chavez of Albuquerque; daughter, Geri Chavez-Maron and husband, Paul E. Maron of Albuquerque; son, Robert M. Chavez of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Damian Maron, Nichol Maron, and Richard G. Chavez; and great-granddaughter, Mikaela M. Maron. Richard was preceded in death by his son, Richard T. Chavez; parents, Pablo and Adelaida Chavez; and his brothers and sisters, Lucy Ramirez, Gene Chavez, Adelia Apodaca, Nettie Reyes Stafford, Henry Chavez, and Raymond Ramirez. Richard was a member of the American Legion. He was a veteran of both WWII and the Korean War. He received a WWII Victory Medal. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, October 9, 2002, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, October 10, 2002, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 811 Guaymas Pl NE. Disposition will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be Nichol Maron, Mikaela M. Maron, Damian Maron, Paul; E. Maron, Richard G. Chavez, David Van Pelt, Tim Murphy, and Mike Sandoval. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, October 9, 2002, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The Chavez family would like to thank our friends and relatives for all their prayers, thoughts and support during this difficult time for our family.
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Droemer -- William John Droemer, 82, a resident of Albuquerque for 54 years, died Friday, October 4, 2002 at a local hospital. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy of 58 1/ 2 years; daughter, Jacqueline Kay Poe and husband, Dick of Angola, IN; son, W.J. Jr. Droemer and wife, Patti of Sealy, TX; two grandchildren, Kimerlee M. Daugherty and husband, David of Angola, IN, and Jesse Taylor Droemer and stepson, Brandon Eagle Droemer of Sealy, TX; two great-grandchildren, Gracen A. and Keaton D. Daugherty of Angola, IN. He was preceded in death by his father; mother; brother; sister; and twin daughters. He was born in San Antonio, TX on April 1, 1920 to W.F. and Theresa Marie Droemer. He retired from the U.S. Air Force after 29 years. He then went to work for Rowland's Nurseries for ten years. He was a member of the White Shrine of Jerusalem in Hawaii. He was also a 32 Degree Mason of the Scottish Rite of Santa Fe. He was a past member of the American Rose Society and is a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Services will be held, Wednesday, October 9, 2002, 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Chapel, 1100 Indian School Rd NE with Pastor Ed Strebbe officiating. A military service will take place in the spring, at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX, where his twin daughters were buried.
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Gonzalez -- Angie Gonzalez was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico on February 4, 1934. She was born again, when she accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior in 1969. On October 5, 2002, she went home to be with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Henry and Mary Sanchez; brothers, Frank, Rosendo, Arthur, Louie, Joe; sisters, Lilly and Stella; daughter, Cordelia; and son Gary. She is survived by sisters, Lucy Sanchez and husband, Ray, Lena Fischer and husband, Joe; brother, Mannie Sanchez; her loving husband of 50 years, Belarmino"Blackie" Gonzalez; son, Ted, wife, Pamela; daughters, Mary Kay, Vickie Archiveque, husband, Anthony; Annette Garcia, husband, Jim; grandchildren, Jeremiah Saiz, Jennifer, Jeff and Teddy Gonzalez; step-grandchild, Jacqui Garcia Boyd, Michelle and Jamie Garcia and Quinten Archiveque. Angie Gonzalez was President of Christian radio station KDAZ and co-founder of Christian television stations KCHF TV 11 and YTV 61 in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Angie�s greatest desire was that all of her family and friends would come to know Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior and experience the blessings, promises and true peace that can only come through Jesus. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be sent to the Cancer Aid and Research Fund, PO Box 37099, Phoenix, Arizona 85069. Visitation services will be held on Tuesday October 8, 2002 at Capital Christian Church beginning at 7:00 p.m. and Funeral Services will also be held at Capital Christian Church on Wednesday October 9, 2002 at 1:00 p.m., with burial services immediately following at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, 984-8600.
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Gordon -- H. Barry Gordon, 59, passed away October 1, 2002 after a valiant battle against cancer. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Gordon; sister, Pamela Gordon; and was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Gordon, MD; and mother, Beatrice Gordon. He was a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, a marine, and was a graduate of UNM. He was a member of Architectural Woodworkers Inst., Back Country Horseman of New Mexico, NRA, and Rio Grande Mule Assn. He was an avid hunter, and had a great love of the outdoors. He was a mountain climber, spelunker, scuba diver, and past member of the National Ski Patrol. He will be greatly missed by his family and many close friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Rio Grande Mule Assn., 50 Manzano Rd., Belen, NM 87002, or the Back Country Horseman of NM, PO Box 2774, Corrales, NM 87048-9998.
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Green -- Samuel Green, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 5, 2002, at the age of 79. His greatest joy in life was his family and he is survived by his loving wife, artist Maera Green; and his children, Michelle Riesman, Tracy Green, Dori Sue Green Morris, and Marshall Green; and by his daughter-in-law, Sherry Green; and sons-in-law, Bruce Riesman, Alan Siegel, and Tom Morris; and his grandchildren, Evan, and Colin Riesman, Zoe and Sophia Siegel, and Emma and Maya Morris. He was born in 1923 in Vilna, Poland and grew up in El Paso, Texas. He served his country in World War II as a naval officer in the Pacific, attended Harvard University and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin. In Albuquerque, he founded Green's Sanitary Supply. He served his community as President of Congregation B'Nai Israel, a founding Director of Western Bank and as a Shriner. Services will be held at Fairview Memorial Park at 4:00 p.m., Monday, October 7, 2002. Additional Memorial Services to be held at the family home on October 7 and 8 at 7:00 p.m. Contributions in his name can be made to Congregation B'Nai Israel, 4401 Indian School Rd., Albuquerque, NM. Services for Mr. Green are under the direction of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, 842-8800.
        Published on: Wed October 09, 2002

Griego -- Consuelo A. Griego, age 81, and a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Manuel Griego Jr.; two daughters, Elva LaJeunesse and husband, Isidro, and Esmeralda Lopez; nine grandchildren, Micheal, Sid Jr., Javier, Albert, Alexander, Charles, Nicholas, Rebecca, and Emily; ten great-grandchildren; other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW. A Rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9, 2002. Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 10, 2002, with burial following at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM.� Pallbearers will be Sid Jr., Javier, Billy, Alexander, Charles, and Nicholas. Honorary pallbearers will be Micheal and Albert. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq.� 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Wed October 09, 2002

Gutierrez -- Raymond L. Gutierrez, age 49, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2002. He was a lifetime resident of Albuquerque. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Lauro and Crusita Gutierrez, brother, Henry Gutierrez; and nephew, Bully Chavez. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Tillie Gutierrez; daughters, Michelle Arellano and husband, Michael, Jessica Ringo and husband, Corey, and Ramona Gutierrez; grandson, Tomas Lovato III; brothers Nasario Gutierrez and wife, Rose, Gilbert Gutierrez and wife, Sally; sisters, Jennie Romero and husband, Joe, Carmen Chavez and husband, Ernest, Lucille Lucero and husband, Roger, Joanne Lopez and husband, Ray, Susie Martinez, and Diana Gutierrez; eight sisters-in-law and their husbands; seven brothers-in-law and their wives; several nieces, nephews, other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Victory Love Fellowship, 7201 Central Ave. NW. A prayer service will be held on Tuesday, October 8, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, October 9, 2002 at 12:00 a.m., with burial following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Epie Lucero, Orlando Lucero Jr., Ernest Chavez Jr., Chris Chavez, Steve Gutierrez, and Raymond Trujillo. Honorary pallbearers will be Barbara Lucero and Johnny Trujillo. �We will always love and miss you. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Holyfield -- Norma Katherine Holyfield was born October 10, 1924 on Oklahoma and passed away October 2, 2002 in Albuquerque. A Memorial Service will be held at Central United Methodist Church on Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 6:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Lamkin -- Billy"Chigger" Lamkin, age 73, passed away Friday, October 4, 2002 at his home. He was born September 13, 1929 in Holland, Missouri to the late William Marion and Neely Mae (Moseley) Lamkin. He is survived by one son, William T. Lamkin of Colorado Springs, Colorado; three sisters, Ethel Flowers of Albuquerque, Maurine Menne of Memphis, Tenn., Marian Lally of Albuquerque; three brothers, Henry Lamkin of Albuquerque, William A. Lamkin of Las Cruces, Clovis Paul Lamkin of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Christopher Lamkin, Tamarah Hanson, and Nicolas Lamkin. He came to Albuquerque with his parents when he was 16 years old. He owned and operated Sphinx Manufacturing in Albuquerque for several years. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. in the Fitzgerald Chapel, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. N.E. William T. Lamkin will officiate and interment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.
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Lucero -- Henry Lucero Jr., 57, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away October 5, 2002. He is survived by his sons, Henry"Hank" Lucero III and wife, Amy of Arvada, CO and Louie Lucero and wife, Renie of Victorville, CA; eight grandchildren; sisters, Alice Lucero of Albuquerque, Frances Hussey of Lampasas, TX, Carmelita Griego and husband, Leonides and Sylvia Salas, all of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Caroline Lucero and a sister, Mildred. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Thursday, October 10, 2002, 6:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Following services, a reception will be held at Northdale Baptist Church, 123 Osuna Road NW. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Maher -- Richard D."Chico" Maher, 55, a resident of New Mexico since 1952, died Monday, October 7, 2002. He is survived by his sons, Cody Austin Maher and Dennis Maher-Hinz; daughters, Amy Conn and husband, Robert A. Jr., Denise Escalera and husband, Mark, Wendy Delgado and husband, Daniel and Kileen Maher; stepdaughter, Suzie Frederick; stepson, Aaron Orozco; grandchildren, Courtney, Zachary, Brooke, Nathan, Isaac, Jacob, Angelica, Chris, Keri and Tyler; and sister, Yvonne Maher. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Services will be held Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Mark Geuss officiating. Interment will follow at Peralta Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Minser -- William B. Minser, age 85, passed away Monday, October 7, 2002 in Albuquerque. He was born, December 12, 1916, in Brockton, Montana to the late Grover T. and Genevieve (Barr) Minser. He is survived by one daughter, Carol Ann Kreuch and her husband, Robert of Bothell, Washington; three sons, William C. Minser and his wife, Marie of Sarasota, Florida, Frederick P. Minser and his wife, Linda of Garland, Texas, Arthur L. Minser and his wife, Theresa of Albuquerque; Seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy (Holmstrom) Minser in 2000. William was a machinist with Sandia Corp. from 1953 to 1983. Private Services will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Association. The arrangements for William B. Minser are under the direction of the Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle N.E.
        Published on: Wed October 09, 2002

Montano -- Damacio Montano, 31, a resident of Belen and formerly of Socorro, was taken home on the early morning of Sunday, October 6, 2002. Damacio known to everyone as"Moss" was a Sheriff's Deputy in Valencia County. Moss was known more then just by his first name, he was known by husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and partner. Preceding him in death was his� brother, Greg Montano. He is survived by his loving wife of four years, Lina;� and his two small children, three year old daughter, Josceline; and eleven month old son, Dereck; his mother, Tomacia McFadden and stepfather, Marion of Wagoner, OK; his father, Joe Montano and stepmother, Maria of Socorro; mother-in-law, Rosario Bolanos; seven brothers, Eric, Joe, Rick, Stanley, Chon Montano, Gilbert Avalos, and Ivan Elery; and one sister, Maria Corley. He is also survived by his vast number of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins, that will miss him as well. Not to forget all the people, friends, and co-workers that he had the privilege of encountering in his short but plentiful life. He will remain in our hearts and will not be forgotten. Uncle Moss, we all LOVE you and will miss you greatly. All services will be held at San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2002 at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary being recited at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be the Valencia County Sheriff's Honor Guard and the New Mexico State Police Honor Guard. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM 87002.
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Moore -- Patrick A. Moore, 48, a resident of Albuquerque for 43 years, died Thursday, October 3, 2002. He is survived by his son, Arlen Moore; daughter, Audrey Moore, both of Albuquerque; one brother, Michael Moore of Carlsbad, NM; four sisters, Phyllis Manns of Dallas, TX, Lois Blanks of Tacoma, WA, Janice Pettis of Sacramento, CA and Corliss Lozano of Bastrop, TX; and great-aunt, Barbara Brautigam of Sacramento, CA. Mr. Moore was a caring father and brother. He loved fishing with friends and family. Mr. Moore leaves behind a legacy of beautiful landscaping in the Albuquerque area. Services will be held Wednesday, October 9, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Joy Junction, 4500 2nd Street NW, 87105. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Otero -- IN MEMORY OF OUR SON Rudy A. Otero"Bubie" February 16, 1964-October 9, 1999Your are here, yet you are gone, You will always be in our Hearts my son.I can still see your face on every turn, Your Thoughts and Deeds, this we yearn.Our Lord has called you to take your place, He has called you to a place of grace.You will need nothing where you now live, Through you, our Lord, thought us to believe.The thought of you gone leaves us with an ache, We think of you whether asleep or awake.My son, my son we will never forget you, Your thoughts and deeds to us are true.If you are can hear us from where you are, Think of us, we love you and we are not far.I Love and Miss you Hito Mom and Dad, Roger and Irene Padilla Love and miss you Brother, your sisters, Gloria, Kathy , Denise and Fran; and brother, David
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Randolph -- Clara Randolph, passed away on October 6, 2002 following an extended illness. A native New Mexican, she was born in Mountainair, New Mexico, on January 12, 1915, the first daughter of well-known pioneer family, Gus and Effie Mahan, who settled in White Oaks, NM, Lincoln County Territory. She grew up on the"Largo" near Cuba, NM. The family moved to Farmington where she graduated from high school. She came to Albuquerque in 1940 to attend Western Business College. Clara worked at Kirtland Air Force Base during WWII and Atomic Energy Commission, Los Alamos, after her marriage to Eugene Randolph in 1950. Upon return to Albuquerque, she assisted her husband in their plumbing business. She was active in American Business Women's Association for more than 20 years. Clara held every office, serving as President of El Segundo Chapter twice, and was chosen"Woman of the Year" for that chapter in 1979. She received great pleasure in attending Region and National conventions having missed only one during her years of service. She was also a member of Pilot Club, The League of Women Voters, and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Eugene Randolph, was preceded in death by one daughter, Viola Williams. She is also survived by one grandson, Kenneth Williams, his wife; and two great-grandsons; one brother, Joe Mahan; two sisters, Elsie McConnell and Frances Roehl; one sister, Wanda Doss, preceded her in death. Several nieces and nephews also survive her. An active member of Fruit Avenue Baptist Church for many years, Clara loved her Lord, her family and her many friends. She will be truly missed by all. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 9, 2002 in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE with Pastor Larry Wills officiating. Interment will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that your contributions be made to the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling her arrangements.
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Rutherford -- Robert E. Rutherford, age 79, a longtime Santa Fe resident, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2002. He faced cancer with dignity for the last three years. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 5, 1922, he lived his childhood years in Bernalillo, New Mexico. He graduated from St. Michael's High School in Santa Fe in 1940 where he played on the State Championship Basketball team that placed second at the National Catholic High School tournament in Chicago, Ill. He attended the University of New Mexico studying Mechanical Engineering prior to enlisting in the military. He served his country during World War II as a decorated member of the Army Air Force, receiving eight Bronze Battle Stars for various campaigns and the Air Medal for meritorious service as a radio operator and mechanic gunner on B-24 flights over the Pacific Theater. He was honorably discharged in November, 1945. He worked for Charles Ilfield & Co., Kimball Foods, General Tire and Montgomery Wards, retiring from Wards as the Automotive Manager in 1988. He attended St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary J. Rutherford; children, Cathy and Jay Stanke, parents of Alexis and Camden Stanke, Mike and Rose Rutherford, parents of Atalie Rutherford, and Patty and Kevin Wagner parents of Kayla and Patrick Wagner. Robert is also survived by his older brother, Phillip Rutherford, formerly of Bernalillo. A Rosary will be held at McGee Memorial Chapel on Thursday, October 10, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Church, 1301 Osage Ave. in Santa Fe on Friday October 11, 2002, at 9:30 a.m. followed by interment at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests you spend a day at your favorite outdoor activity celebrating Robert's life.
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Saiz -- Mrs. Connie G. Saiz, 53, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on October 8, 2002. Mrs. Saiz is survived by her beloved husband of 35 years, Tony; two daughters, Yolanda Saiz and Matt Neel and Andrea Saiz; two sons, Anthony Saiz and Pam Tonkinson and Daniel Saiz; her parents, Carlos and Maggie Gutierrez; three sisters, Helen Saiz, Betty Jean Garcia and husband, Estevan, Marcella Stump and husband, Guy; her grandson, Bobby Saiz; her� special nephew, Alfred Saiz; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Saiz was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Rd. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Manuel Saiz. Final visitation will be Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Edmund Savilla. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Estevan Garcia, Mario Garcia, Bobby Saiz, Ernie John Gonzales, Guy Stump and Armando Deaguero. Honorary Pallbearers will be Wilfred Saiz and Stevie Garcia. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW in charge of arrangements. 243-7861.
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Salas -- In Loving Memory and Happy 60th BirthdayEloy J. Salas October 9, 1942 - October 1, 2000I don't think I could have asked for a brother who was more fun to be with, who was easier to talk to and laugh with.And I don't think I ever really put into words how much you meant to me. But I hope somehow you knew. Miss you more than ever. Happy Birthday!Your sister, Margie
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Sanchez -- Adalia T. Sanchez, 81, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2002. She was born on August 7, 1921 in Mora, NM. She is preceded in death by her husband Feliberto L. Sanchez and her sister Desi Parham. Mrs. Sanchez is survived by her son Orlando E. Sanchez and Eileen Cunningham of Casco, Maine, daughter, Evelyn S. Leyba and husband, Larry of Albuq., granddaughter Pamela White and husband, William of W. Islip, NY, grandsons; Brian Leyba of Kingwood, TX, Phillip Leyba and wife Lorrie of Magnolia, TX and Gary Sanchez and wife, Tara of Auburn, NH, sisters; Lydia Romero and husband, Horace of Albuq., Mary Lou Dunworth and husband, Frank and Louella Mora and husband, Arturo, brothers; Gilbert Chavez and wife Virginia of Yucaipa, CA and Jacob Aragon and wife Lorraine and great-grandchildren; Gabriela and Sierra Sanchez, Ian Leyba and Kristin Leyba and numerous nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. Adalia will be deeply missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held on Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary with an evening service to follow at 7:00 p.m. Final viewing will be on Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith Blvd. N.E. Funeral Services will follow at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. Rev. Jaime O. Quinones will be officiating. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
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Selfridge -- Wayne M. Selfridge, 58, a resident of Albuquerque since 1972, died Sunday, October 6, 2002. He is survived by his daughter, Adriana C de Baca of Albuquerque; sister, Barbara Cornes and husband, Gerald of Pasadena, MD; and nephews, Brandon and Mark Cornes. Wayne served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from PNM. Services will be held Wednesday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Taft -- Charles"Chuck" Brenton Taft, 87, a resident of the Albuquerque area since 1952 died Sunday October 6, 2002. He is survived by his sons; Roger Taft of Sandia Park, Ronald Taft and wife, Laura of Las Cruces, Charles R. Taft and wife, Royceann of Oregon; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife; Patricia Spiller Taft in 1992. Chuck worked for Sandia Labs as a Field Supervisor for more than twenty years. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at Aspen Funeral Chapel, Wednesday October 9th, at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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Taylor -- Lois S. Taylor, 86, was born in Albuquerque on February 21, 1916. She passed away peacefully on October 8, 2002. Lois is survived by her husband, Patrick N. Taylor of Albuquerque; her two nephews, Richard L. King and wife, Odelia of Lawrenceville, GA and Gary King and wife, Anna of Albuquerque; her niece, Susan Bauer and husband, Victor; and their son, Brian of Albuquerque. Lois began work with the Bureau of Reclaimation and later transferred to the Forrest Service. She retired from Government service in 1981. Graveside services will be held Friday, 3:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Thibodeaux -- Virginia In loving memory of our mother Five years ago today she crossed over. A young soul, she continues her quest. We miss her very much.
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Tiley -- Earl Tiley, 75, a long time resident of Los Lunas, passed away peacefully at his home after a battle with cancer. Earl was a Christian man devoted to his walk with Christ and to his family. Earl passed away October 8, 2002, at 8:05 a.m. He left behind a loving wife, Becky Tiley; three children, Mark Tiley and wife, Erin of Creede, Colorado, Scott Tiley and wife, Shauna of Arboles, Colorado, and Leeanna Tiley of Creede, Colorado; two step-children, Kimberly Kinsey of Los Lunas, Karen Doran and husband, David of Port Angeles, Washington; 14 grandchildren, Brooke, Forrest, Cord, Kendall, James, Madeleine, Junior Bo, Weldon, D.J., Rowdy, Brian, Skyler, Kaylee, and Tyler. A viewing will be conducted by Pastor Marvin White at Valencia Valley Nazarene Church, 33 El Cerro Rd. in Los Lunas, on Wednesday, October 9, 2002 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be conducted by Pastor Len Ridley at Chihuahua Bible Chapel in Veguita, south of Belen, on Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Albuquerque. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Wed October 09, 2002