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Amerson --
Melvin Amerson Jr., 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1961, died Thursday, October 17, 2002.¯He is survived by his sisters, Beverly Jarratt and husband, Dudley of Houston, TX, Sandra Hill of Hobbs, NM; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Marion Richard Amerson; and aunt, Margie Bettis.¯ Mr. Amerson was a former teacher for A.P.S. for four years and Branch Manager for Bank of New Mexico.¯He was also Director of Business Office at St. Joseph NE Heights for 11 years and was elected to Who's Who among Students in American Colleges and Universities in 1955.¯ Services will be held Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE with Nona Bentley officiating.¯ Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE.¯Pallbearers will be George Mead, Carlos Candeleria, Kurt Oler and Dan Butcher.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Caldwell --
Cora C. Caldwell died in Albuquerque on Wednesday, October 16, 2002 at the age of 90. The daughter of Ezra and Ida Mahan, she was born February 28, 1912 in Fayette County, Ohio. She and her late husband, Russell, raised three sons in Urbana, Ohio. Following her husband's death, she lived in Florida before moving to Albuquerque in 1997. She was an active member of St. Chad's Episcopal Church and the Order of the Daughters of the King. She is survived by her sons, the Rev. Stephen R. Caldwell and his wife, Barbara, of Albuquerque, Dr. Philip E. Caldwell and his wife, Sally, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, and William H. Caldwell and his wife, Beth, of Apollo Beach, Florida; nine grandchildren including, Drew and his wife, Meg, of Albuquerque and now of Sitka, Alaska; as well as five great-grandchildren. The Burial Office and Eucharist will be offered in St. Chad's Episcopal Church, 7171 Tennyson NE, at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2002 with the Rev. Ernest St Johns celebrating, and the Rev. William Easter delivering the homily. Interment of ashes will take place in Ohio. Memorial gifts may be made to"St. Chad's Foundation", and sent to the church. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Caldwell. 891-8200.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Chavez --
Final viewing for Mr. Manuel R. Chavez will be Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Dillon --
Richard Kenneth Dillon, age 89, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2002, surrounded by his loving children. Mr. Dillon was preceded in death by his wife, Daurice Hill Dillon; father, Governor R.C. Dillon; and mother, Josephine Dillon; daughter, Patricia Thompson; sisters, Virginia Cutter, Florence Dillon, and Betty Jo Achen. He is survived by his daughters; Claudet M. Dillon and Laura Norton, of Albuquerque, and Gwen Bennetts of Seattle, WA; sons, Rod Dillon and wife, Sandra of Albuquerque and Larry Dillon and wife, Karen of Las Vegas, NV; brother, Malcolm Dillon of Albuquerque; and 11 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Richard graduated from Albuquerque High School and attended the New Mexico Military Institute. Mr. Dillon, a long time resident of Albuquerque, spent his life working in soil and water conservation. Memorial contributions can be made to Vista Care Sandia Hospice. Services for Mr. Dillon will be held privately. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Finz --
Madeleine Sarina Finz, March 28, 1919 to October 18, 2002. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Madeleine S. Finz died Friday at her Albuquerque home after suffering from pancreatic cancer. She was 83. Madeleine was born in New York City to Sephardic Jewish immigrants from Turkey. Her mother, Jamila Saddy, died when Maddy was 10. She and her younger sister, Marguerite, were raised by their father, John Saddy, with help from their aunt, Perlina Affoumado. The sisters grew up and attended school in Brooklyn. At the age of 20, Maddy married her childhood sweetheart, Robert S. Finz. They moved to the Bronx shortly after the birth of their first child, Steven. Several months later, Madeleine's husband, Bob, entered the Army and was stationed in Brazil for the duration of WWII. A few years after his army discharge, their second son, Gene, was born. Their daughter, Janet, came five years later and the family moved to Hollis, Queens. Madeleine's home became a hub to the family's many European relatives and other visitors. She was a warm and hospitable hostess. From her kitchen wafted the scents of exotic Mediterranean dishes. On her table there was always an abundance of traditional Sephardic delicacies. As her children grew, Madeleine began a career in the mortgage banking field, but her devotion to family remained her priority. Her oldest son and his wife, Iris, live in the Sea Ranch, California. Janet Finz settled in Julian, California. In 1991, Maddy & Bob bought a home in Albuquerque, where their son, Gene, is in the auction and real estate business. She loved the New Mexico mountains and the desert's serenity. During their marriage, which celebrated its 63rd anniversary just days before her passing, Maddy & Bob traveled throughout the United States and the world. No one who ever met Maddy failed to admire her youthful love of life, dignity, humility, kindness, gentleness, generosity, and the fact that she could never sustain anger or ill-will toward anyone. In addition to her husband and children, Madeleine is survived by her grandchildren, Stacy Finz, of Berkeley, Ca., Laura Finz, of San Luis Obispo, Ca., Noah Finz, of Greenwich, Ct., Jena Schindler of S. Windsor, Ct., great grandchildren Kaley and Zachary Wise, of San Luis Obispo, Ca., and her very close and dear friend, Georgia ReQua of Albuquerque. Madeleine will be remembered at a Memorial Service this Wednesday, October 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at the Sunset Memorial Park Chapel, 924 Menaul, NE. Rabbi Lynn Gottlieb will officiate. Guests will be received at the family home following the service.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Hickey --
Ellie Mae Hickey, age 92, a resident of Belen, New Mexico died October 18, 2002. She was born June 29, 1910 in Fredrick, Oklahoma to Elmer G. Lankford and Victoria Bailey. Ellie was preceded in death by her husband, R. Truett Hickey in 1972; son, Gerald R. Hickey; her parents; and two brothers, Lester Lankford and O.U."Buster" Lankford. Ellie was married to R. Truett Hickey on June 2, 1928 in Lockney, TX and moved to Belen in 1942, she was a member of Golf Road Church of Christ for 60 years. Survivors include her sister-in-law, Alberta Lankford; niece, Sue South; nephew, Randy Lankford of CA and dear friend, Eveyln Hampton. Viewing and visitation will be held from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at Church of Christ #10 Golf Rd. in Belen with services to follow at 2:00 p.m., Robert Rochelle will officiate. Interment will be in Sunset Memorial Park. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE is handling her arrangements.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Korski --
Edward P. Korski Sr., a longtime resident of Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, and recently of the Cottages of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 15, 2002 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his son, Ed and wife, JoAnn of Albuquerque; two grandsons, Keith of Albuquerque, Kevin of North Little Rock, Arkansas; and sister, Jackie Namit of Canonsburg. Also surviving him is the loving and devoted family¯ of the Cottages. Ed was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Mary Barish Korski. Many in Canonsburg will remember the¯corner grocery store¯Ed and Mary operated on Greenside Avenue. Later, Ed worked for what is now Cooper Power Systems until his retirement. He was also very proud of his service as an usher for St. Patrick Catholic Church. Ed was able to bask in the sunshine of New Mexico for the last two years of his life. The family is extremely grateful for the love and respect bestowed upon Ed while at the Cottages. Should you desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Cottages of Albuquerque, 3920 Juan Tabo, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111, an Alzheimer's facility. Funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 21, 2002 at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment to follow. Arrangements by Salandra Funeral Service in Canonsburg, PA and French Mortuary in Albuquerque.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Martinez --
Final viewing for Mr. Salvador Martinez will be Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd, NW, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., with Fr Joe Vigil as celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Nieto --
Alice C. Nieto, 64, went to be with the Lord on October 16, 2002. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Nieto; her mother; father; and four brothers. Alice is survived by her daughter, Rhonda Nieto; her granddaughter, Deseree Nieto; and many aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends who loved and will miss her. She was a very devout Catholic and a member of Holy Family Parish since its inception. Memorial Services will be held at Holy Family Parish, 562 Atrisco SW. A Memorial Rosary will be recited on Monday, October 21, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. with interment following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Romero --
Robert Ernest Romero"Bobby", 51, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend was called home to be with the Lord our Savior, Saturday, October 19, 2002, with his loving family by his side. He was born March 15, 1951, and resided in Albuquerque. Bobby was honored by former President Ronald Reagan for outstanding service on behalf of Crime Victims in Washington, DC on April 13, 1984. He also served as a Taos Pueblo police officer. He is survived by his mother, Claire P. Romero; his two brothers and seven sisters, Sandra McNaughton and husband, Pat, Jeri Samora, Michael Romero and wife, Cordie, Norma Romero, Ronald Romero and wife, Theresa, Joyce Valdo, Linda Saiz and husband, Art, Jeanette Pearcy and husband, Ron and Beverly Dodson and husband, William; godson, William Robert Pearcy; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry A. Romero; brother, Christopher E. Romero; two nephews, Alex Romero and Jeremy Samora; and two nieces, Lucy Pacheco and Paulette Samora. Rosary will be recited Monday, October 21, 2002, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Ghost Church, 833 Arizona SE, with Father Tom Mayfeske reciting.¯Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, October 22, 2002, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Ghost Church, with Father Tom Mayfeske, Celebrant. His final resting place will follow at Cochiti Pueblo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Romero, Ronald Romero, Ron Pearcy, William Dodson, Dan Morgan, Gene Morgan, Richard Romero, Richard Archuleta and Pat McNaughton. Honorary pallbearers will be William Pearcy, Johnny McNaughton, Augustine Samora, Michael Jerry Romero, Wayne Morgan, Luciano Pacheco, Jerry Romero and Domenic Dodson. Friends may visit one hour prior to rosary at the church.¯French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.¯
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Sanchez --
Amalia Sena Sanchez, 109, one of Santa Fe's Living Treasures, passed away peacfully at her home October 16, 2002. She was born in Los Lunas December 8, 1892. As a child she was raised in Santa Fe's historic Sena Plaza, which was built by her grandfather. She was always an activist. As early as 1914 she was helping to sell lemonade on the Plaza to fund the first Santa Fe Public Library. In 1927 she was elected Santa Fe's first Fiesta Queen. She enjoyed a life rich in experience and events, and gave of herself unstingily first to her family and church, then to the community and the many who crossed her path. She was predeceased by her husband, Manuel A. Sanchez in 1970; her son, Manuel P."Pat" Sanchez in 1996; and her daughter, Juanita Sena in 1999. Surviving are her daughter, Mary Isabel Hoffman of Santa Fe; her son, Jose M. Sanchez and wife, Carol of St. Louis, MO; daughter-in-law, Jane Sanchez of Albuquerque; son-in-law, Claude Sena of Santa Fe; 14 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, October 20, 2002 at McGee Memorial Chapel followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Monday, October 21, 2002 at St. Francis Cathedral 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Carmelite Ministry or the Santa Fe Public Library.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Sewell --
D. Terry Sewell, 64, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, died Thursday, October 17, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Susan Sewell of Albuquerque; daughters, Tricia Hiser of Albuquerque, and Lisa Hiser of Wisconsin; mother, Hazel Sewell of Andrews, TX. He is preceded in death by his father, R.D. Sewell in 2000. Terry worked for the State of New Mexico for over 20 years and was very fulfilled with his work. After retiring, he and Susan spent seven years between Hawaii and San Antonio, TX, which they enjoyed very much. He loved his family and was devoted to his dogs. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service has been held. Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Assoc. of NM Inc., 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Arrangements by French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
Valdez --
David Flores Valdez, 93, went home to be with the Lord on October 18, 2002. A Rosary will be recited on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Anne Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Anne Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Mt. Calvary. Pallbearers will be Mark Valdez, Robert Valdez, Leonard Vigil, Paul Valdez, David Valdez, and Thomas Valdez. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222. .DMP
Published on: Mon October 21, 2002
