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Aldrich -- Jo Beth (Beth Smith) Aldrich, 67, a resident of Rio Rancho, died Wednesday, October 23, 2002, after a long valiant fight against cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, B. N. (Mike) and Otis (Grandy) Mason; brother, Jett J. Mason; and her beloved husbands, H.R. (Bo) Smith, who passed in 1973 and Chilton (Chili) Aldrich, who passed in 1988. She is survived by two daughters, Jimi JB Metzger, grandson, Zackary V., granddaughters, Jessica D. and Mallory J. of Cheyenne, WY; D�Ann S. and her husband, Peter A. Panagakos, granddaughter, Lindsay A. and grandson, Brandon A. of Rio Rancho; and sister, Wacile Biffle of Albuquerque. Jo Beth Mason was born in Memphis, Texas on July 9, 1935. She lived her younger years in Silverton, TX and Amarillo, TX and graduated from Amarillo High School in 1953. She married Bo on June 28, 1952 and they moved to Albuquerque in 1960 to settle their young family and make a life. She learned the art of drafting and drew/designed houses for many years for Jenkins Construction Company and Paul's Homes. After the death of Bo, she married Chili Aldrich on September 15, 1978. Jo Beth worked extremely hard to better herself academically, professionally and personally. She received her New Mexico Real Estate/Broker license in 1980, became an appraiser and was an active member of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Board of Realtors. She and D�Ann opened Aldrich Properties, Inc., a property management company, in Rio Rancho in 1994. Jo Beth retired in March 2002 due to illness. She was an avid gardener and spent hours with her roses, calla lilies, fruit trees and vegetable garden. She was called �Green Grandma by her eldest grandson when he was young because of the massive amount of ivy on the front of her house. This seemed appropriate due to her green thumb. Jo Beth was a talented seamstress, artist and a devoted grandmother to her brood. She wrote a book on Property Management in New Mexico and had a few copies published; however, she never distributed it. Jo Beth was highly spiritual and attended church regularly, putting all her faith in a higher power. Her best friend and companion was a large cat named Leon Grande. He will be residing with D�Ann and Peter in the future. She was a longstanding member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority (ESA), Beta Theta Chapter. She will be missed greatly by all, but not as much as by her daughters, who were devoted to her. Jo Beth was a vibrant, active woman who made friends easily due to her kind nature and radiant smile. Services will be held Sunday, October 27, 2002, at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Memorial contributions may be made to either Lovelace Hospice Program, (our lifesavers), 5655 Jefferson NE, 87109 or to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Goodbye for now, Jo Beth.
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Brown -- Luitgard M. Browne, 57, died unexpectedly at her home in Ispwich on Wednesday, October 23, 2002. Born in Germany on November 27, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Kurt and Agathe (Thel) Ratz. Born and raised in Germany, she moved to the U.S. in 1978. Mrs. Browne had been a resident of Ipswich for the past two years. Prior to that she had been a resident of Albuquerque, NM for 10 years. Mrs. Browne loved to read, she loved the ocean and the beach, she loved to travel but most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren. Her love and generosity of others will be greatly missed. Mrs. Browne is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Yvonne and Ed Marsh of Ipswich; her three grandsons, William, Matthew and Owen, all of Ispwich; one sister, Heidi Philipsenburg of Germany and one nephew, Jorg Philipsenburg, also of Germany. Mrs. Browne was also predeceased by one brother, Bernd Ratz of Germany. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church, Linebrook Road, Ipswich; relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Burial will be at a later date in the New Highland Cemetery in Ispwich. There will no visiting hours. Memorial contributions in Mrs. Browne's name to the charity of one's choice. Arrangemetns are under the direction of Morris Funeral Home, 45 North Main Street, Ispwich, MA.
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Chavez -- Mrs. Florence Elizabeth Chavez, 82, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on October 24, 2002, peacefully at home in the arms of her loving family. Mrs. Chavez is the beloved mother to one son, Donald Packingham and wife, Della. Mrs. Chavez is also survived by three sisters, Ellen Garcia and husband, Herman, Margaret Sanchez and Mildred Archibeque and husband, Tony; three grandchildren, Don Andrew Packingham, Donna Elizabeth Woody and husband, Justin and David Packingham; three great-grandchildren, Don Andres Packingham, Dustin Patten and Kyle Packingham; a special niece, Patsy Wardle; a best friend, Dolores Smith; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Chavez is preceded in death by her husband, David A. Chavez; sisters, Dorothy Rubi and Lena Smith; a brother, John Lyons� and a granddaughter, Debra Lucille Packingham. Mrs. Chavez was the wife of a World War II Veteran Batan Death March Survivor. A visitation will be Sunday afternoon from 3:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., with a Rosary to be recited at 4:00 p.m. by Deacon Harry Beare. A final visitation will be Monday morning in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery by Pastor Jesus Bermudez and Mrs. Louisa Bermudez. Pallbearers will be Don Packingham, David Packingham, Antonio V. Silva, Vernon Smith, Jim Wardle and Graham Smith. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of the arrangements. 243-7861.
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Donald -- Vera N. Donald, 77, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque since, died Wednesday, October 23, 2002. She is survived by his son, Danny P. Donald and wife Sharee; daughter, Leah Garris; grandchildren, Wesley and Justin Donald and Corby and Kelly Garris; brother, Phillip Rockwell and wife Sandra, all of Albuquerque; and sisters, Florence Watson, Fay Scutt, Fern Kahlor, Wilma Dillow and Phyllis Stephens. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery NE, with Dr. Robert Myers officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Fisher -- Ralph E. Fisher, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1938, died on Wednesday, October 23, 2002. Services will be held Saturday, October 26, 2002, at 2:00 p.m., at Central Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2201 Estancia NW, with Pastor Richard Dye, Sr. officiating. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Fitzgerald -- In Loving Memory of Daughters Linda T. October 24, 1954 - September 3, 1979 Noreen M.October 26, 1956-December 3, 2000 Love, Mom and family
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Froning -- Peter James Froning, 48, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, October 23, 2002 of heart disease. Son of Doris W. Froning and the late J. Fendall Froning of Wilmington, Peter was born and raised in Kennett Square, PA. During his junior year at Kennett High School, he participated in an American Field Service student exchange program in Uganda. He attended the University of New Mexico and remained in Albuquerque for many years. He was a Certified Public Accountant and an entrepreneur. While in Wilmington, he owned Scotty�s restaurant and was executive director of WEDCO, the Wilmington Economic Development Corporation. He also sponsored and coached baseball in the Ish Prado Puerto Rican Little League. During the nineties Peter returned to Albuquerque to become Executive Director of Enchantment Land Certified Development Corporation. More recently he was Director of the New Mexico Rural Response Council. In both cities Peter helped the economically disadvantaged to start and run their own small businesses. Peter's true loves were baseball and music, especially that of the rock band Procol Harum. He traveled to many of the band's concerts both here and abroad and was well known to the band and its devoted following. In 2001-2, Peter taught English at the North China University of Technology in Beijing, China, where he was much beloved by his students. At the time of his death he was writing a humorous account of his year in China. Peter is survived by his mother; brother, Dr. Michael J. Froning of Birmingham, AL; sister, Anne C. Laboe of Monroe, MI; sister, Dr. Mary L. Froning of Washington, DC; brother, Andrew J. Froning of Kennett Square, PA; 11 nieces and nephews; and 11 grandnieces and grandnephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque, 2100 Louisiana Blvd. NE #98, Albuquerque, NM� 87110 c/o Peter J. Froning Memorial Fund or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM 87199. Services will be held Sunday, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with visitation starting at 2:00 p.m. �
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Gallegos -- Jose B. Gallegos"Benny", 56, a resident of Albuquerque since 1976, died Wednesday, October 23, 2002. He was born July 28, 1946 in Ft. Sumner, NM. Mr. Gallegos is survived by his wife of 37 years, JoAnn; son, Gilbert Gallegos and wife, Charlotte; daughters, Yvette Duran and husband, Steven and Libbye Alvarado and husband, Brian; parents, Benerito and Rosarito Gallegos; sisters, Dolores Gonzales, Bersey Romero, Betty Zamora, Vivian Trujillo, Mary Martinez, Priscilla Hidalgo, Annette Escobar and Lorraine Trexler; grandchildren, Teddy, Andrew, Tonya, Victoria, Gino, Lydia, Celena and Keith; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and mother -in-law, Teodoro and Mela Casaus; and brother-in-law, Kenneth Romero. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, October 26, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., also at Risen Savior Catholic Community. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be George Casaus, Santiago Hidalgo, Henry Casaus, Mario Trujillo, Steven Duran and Brian Alvarado. Honorary Pallbearers will be Joe R. Gallegos, Jake Lucero, Ray Zamora, Teddy Duran, Andrew Gallegos, Gino Duran and Keith Alvarado. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Hammitt -- Ruby Lee Hammitt, 71, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Wednesday October 23, 2002. She is survived by her husband, James G. Hammitt; daughters, Nikki L. Squires of Albuquerque, and Debbie K. Shafer of Capitan, NM; grandchildren, Gina Goodson, Tracy Hort, Timothy Hort, Jessica Hobbs, Jeremiah Hobbs, Christin Hammitt, Katie Hammitt, Daniel Hammitt, Lisa Hammitt, David Hammitt Jr., and Anne Etlinger; great-grandchildren, Morgan Goodson, Tyler Baca, Mathew Hobbs, Samantha Hobbs, and Taylor James Jarvis; and her sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Richard Montgomery. Ruby was very active in Toastmasters for many years, including holding the office of District Governor from 1996-97. She was also the Coordinator of the Life and Breath Club of the American Lung Association. Ruby inspired everyone to remain positive and to overcome all obstacles. Funeral services will be held Monday October 28th, 10:00 AM at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper Rd. NE. Viewing will be held prior to the service time, starting at 9:00 AM. Cremation will follow services and burial of remains will take place in a private family service at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations by made to the New Mexico Chapter of the American Lung Association, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE (323-9000).
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Hays -- William (Bill) Scott Hays, age 38, passed away at his home on October 23, 2002, after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, son, and brother. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Toni; daughter, Devon; parents, William (Bill) and Rossanna Hays of Albuquerque, NM; brother, Gregory Hays of Austin, TX; uncle, John Hays of Clovis, NM; and other numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Dr. Hays attended the New Mexico Military Institute, graduating in 1981, where upon he was accepted at the US Military Academy at West Point. After graduating from West Point in 1986, Dr. Hays was stationed with the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg, NC. In 1990 after leaving active duty, he entered medical school at the University of New Mexico, where he graduated in 1997 with a Ph.D. and 1999 with his MD degree. During his time in school, he remained active in the military through the New Mexico National Guard. Dr. Hays started his general surgery residency in June 1999 at the University of Minnesota where he became well-known, respected, and loved by all he came in contact with. In June 2002, he was selected by the University of Minnesota Medical students, class of 2003, for the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching award, as an outstanding resident role model. While juggling his duties as a general surgery resident, husband, father, son, and brother, Dr. Hays was very involved in the Army reserves as a member of the 114th Combat Support Hospital. He will be greatly missed by all. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, October 26, 2002 6:00 p.m. at the University Episcopal Center, located off University Ave on 13th Street. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Fairview Hospice Fund, 2450 26th Ave S., Mpls, MN 55406-1252.
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Kainz -- Joe Louis Kainz, 72, a 66-year resident of Albuquerque, passed away after a short and unexpected illness on Tuesday, October 22, 2002. He was born in Nogales, Mexico on November 23, 1929. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Johann Kainz; his mother, Felicitas Kainz; his brother, Charles Steve Kainz; and two sons, Richard Benton Kainz and Dana Louis Kainz. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Patricia Jean Kainz; his brother, Edward Robert Kainz and his wife, LaJean Kainz and their daughter, Alyse Kainz of Albuquerque; his sons, Michael Lance of Montreal, Canada and Charles Leslie of Colorado Springs; his daughter Juli Jo Kainz-Armstron of Albuquerque; and four grandchildren, Edwin Joseph, Kalin, Dante, and Stephanie Kainz. Joe was an honored veteran of the United States Marine Corps and the United States Air Force. He was a Registered Land Surveyor and worked for A.D. Loftin & Assoc. and SGS Witter & Assoc. since 1961. He was an accomplished pilot, a student of Karate, and a lifelong seeker of knowledge and truth. He will be deeply missed by countless family members, friends, neighbors, and colleagues. His family wished to express their deepest gratitude and thanks to the entire staff of the New Mexico Heart Hospital for their professional and heroic efforts over the last week, especially to Joe's nurses. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary- Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Thompson, Brian Thompson, Dick Goodrich, Michael Goodrich, Edward Kainz, and Peter Pino. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the New Mexico Heart Hospital Foundation, 504 Elm NE, 87102.
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Lobato -- Louis A. Lobato peacefully passed away on October 25, 2002 at the age of 84. Born on February 20, 1918 in San Luis, CO to Henrietta and Emilio Lobato, Sr., Louis was one of ten children, seven of whom survive him. He earned a B.A. from Adams State College in Alamosa, CO and a M.A. from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA. Louis was a dedicated educator and worked for the Los Lunas and Grants School Districts teaching and serving in administrative capacities. He also taught at the UNM Branch college in Grants. He inspired his students and was well respected by his colleagues. Louis was a member of Risen Savior Catholic Community where he served as usher. He volunteered his time to the Lion's Club, the Elks Club, and the Knights of Columbus. He has resided in Albuquerque since his retirement in 1978. He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife and sweetheart, Ruth to whom he was married 62 years; his two daughters, Carmen Tapia and husband, John of Albuquerque and Camille Johnson and husband, Robert of Mill Valley, CA; his grandchildren, Ron Tapia and wife, Lisa of Albuquerque and Veronica Hoffman and husband, Heath of Round Rock, TX; and great grandchildren, Nicholas and Stephanie Tapia of Albuquerque and Joshua and Sophia Hoffman of Round Rock, TX. Louis is cherished and will be remembered for his excellent traits of honesty, empathy, humor, great love of God, and unconditional devotion to his family. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 27, 2002 at Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, followed by a Reception in the Sandia Sunroom. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 28 at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE, with Fr. Dennis Garcia, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd NE. Pallbearers will be John Tapia, Robert Johnson, Ronald Tapia, Heath Hoffman, Nicholas Tapia and Lisa Tapia. Honorary Pallbearers will include Joshua Hoffman and Stephanie Tapia. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, (505)821-0010.
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Lopez -- Florinda Lopez, age 85, beloved sister and aunt was called home to be with the Lord our Savior, Thursday, October 24, 2002, while surrounded by her loving family. Florinda was life long resident of Corrales and a parishioner of San Ysidro Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Napoleon and Rosaura Gutierrez. She is survived by loving sister, Ramona Holdeman; her nieces, Dolores McGee, Esther Close, Mina Holdeman, Christine Holdeman, Frances Lord; her nephews, Ralph Gutierrez and wife, Isabel, Napoleon Pribble, Xavier Pribble and wife, Jane, Gary Pribble and wife, Lisa and Matthew Pribble and wife, Barbara; three grand nieces; and one grand nephew. Florinda will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those who knew and loved her. Visitations will be Sunday from 5:00 p.m. till time of rosary at San Ysidro Catholic Church, where a rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at the Corrales Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Gary Pribble, Xavier Pribble, Gilbert Romero, Ken Kendzierski, Ray Sanchez, and Bobby Cordova. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW
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Maestas -- Patricio Maestas, 68, a resident of Los Lunas, NM passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2002. He was a member of the Catholic Church. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Airforce with the 77150 Air Police. Preceding him in death were his parents, Patricio Maestas Sr. and Genoveva Maestas; two grandsons, Steven and John Contreras; and one granddaughter, Rose Ann Gomez. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Rita of the family home in Belen, NM; his seven children, Patsy Gomez and her husband, Robert of Tome, NM, Margie Tapia and her husband, Joe of Springerville, AZ, Brigette Contreras and her husband, Arthur of Albuquerque, NM, Toby Baca and his wife, Therese of Los Lunas, Steve Maestas and his wife, Germaine of Albuquerque, Dolores Maestas and Martin Otero of Albuquerque, and Don Maestas of Los Lunas; 24 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson; three brothers, Joe Maestas of Taos, NM; Ernesto Maestas and his wife, Mary of Albuquerque; and Francis Maestas and his wife, Hazel of Taos; and one sister, Loyola Crees of Albuquerque. Patricio is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. All services will take place at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta, NM. A viewing will be held on Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 6:30 p.m. with a Rosary following at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, October 28 at 10:00 a.m. with Father Albert Gallegos officiating. Pallbearers will be Randy and Ronnie Gomez, Sunny and Michael Tapia, Cody, Joshua, Antonio, and Ethan Baca. Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Gomez Jr., Art Contreras Jr., and Jody Tapia. With the utmost respect to Patricio Maestas wishes, cremation will then take place. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Martinez -- Eddie Martinez October 26, 1928You have missed another birthday. We love and miss you on this special day. Your children, Elizabeth Ann, and Vernon; your friends; your faithful customers, especially Jay Sloan and Jesse; and your loving wife, Liz.
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Montoya -- A Memorial Mass for Mark Isaac Montoya will be celebrated Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 300 Mildred Ave., NW. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW
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Mulvey -- George Patrick Mulvey, 62, a resident of Rio Communities, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2002. He was a long time area businessman, owning and operating Sheet Metal Contractors for many years. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. George is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Patricia; his four children, George Mulvey and his wife, Holley of Tucson, AZ, Michael Mulvey of Corpus Christi, TX, Debra and Thomas Mulvey, both of Tucson, AZ; two brothers, James Mulvey and his wife, Paige of Tucson, AZ, and Gerald Mulvey and his wife, Kathy of Cupertino, CA; and two sisters, Patricia Thompson of Philadelphia, and Barbara Mulvey of San Diego, CA. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. With the highest regards to George's wishes, cremation has taken place. No services are scheduled at this time. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM� 87002.
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Ortiz -- Frank Ortiz Sr., 77, originally of Petaca, New Mexico most recently resided in Albuquerque passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2002. Frank served his Country overseas during World War II and retired from the New Mexico School for the Blind after 30 years of Service. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Ella Ortiz; two sons, Frank Ortiz and wife, Lourdes and Melvin Ortiz and wife, Rita; daughter, Marcella Alba and husband, Nazario; brothers, Cristobal Griego, Philogonio Peña and Philadelphio Peña; sister, Loyola Benavidez; aunt, Georgia Martinez; grandchildren, Joy Sanchez, Peter Alba, Rene, Christopher, Amy and Francisco Ortiz; great-grandchildren, Autumn and Lucas Sanchez and David. Public visitation will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2002 at 5:30 p.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home with a Rosary to be recited 6:00 p.m. A second Rosary will be recited on Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 6:00 p.m. at the Mi Señora de Guadalupe/La Morada in La Madera. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, October 28, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at the Mi Señora de Guadalupe Church in La Madera with interment to follow at 1:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with the following serving as pallbearers, Rene, Christopher, Amy and Francisco Ortiz, Peter Alba and George Martinez. Your family will miss you dearly. The family of Frank Ortiz Sr. has entrusted his funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley. Telephone 505-747-7477 or Toll Free 877-747-3600.
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Reed -- Charles J. Reed was born May 8, 1923 at Jolly, Iowa to C.C. and Ethel Keller Reed. He attended grade school, high school and junior college in Boone, Iowa, and attended Valparaiso Technical School in Valparaiso, Indiana. He married M. Elizabeth Donovan at Sacred Heart Church, Boone, Iowa on March 4, 1946. There were six children born to this union, Timothy C., Daniel F., Thomas J., Margaret M., Patrick D. and Joseph M. He was a USMC Veteran of World War II, serving as a radio operator with the 1st Marine Division, 7th Regiment, 3rd Battalion in the Pacific Theatre: Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, New Britain and was wounded on Pelelieu, Palau Islands September 22, 1944, receiving the Purple Heart. Charles was also a lifetime member of the DAV and a member of VFW Post #05432. He was a member of the First Marine Division Ass'n. Charles and his family moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1952, then Corrales, NM 1960. He worked for Sandia Corporation from 1952 until 1974 in full-scale field tests in Bemiji, MN, Nevada, California, Johnson Island, Panama and Vietnam. In 1954 he was Chief Engineer for KHFM, the first FM radio station in New Mexico. In 1974-1976 as C. REED Construction, he built 10 adobe homes in Corrales and the North Valley, including the first VA financed adobe construction home. He and his son, Tom operated an egg farm, MM's Farms, Inc. in Moriarty, NM. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Betty; daughter, Margaret; son, Pat of family home; son, Tim and wife, Marguerite Baca with three step-children and two step-grandchildren; son, Dan with three children, Holiann, Alyssa and Charles; son, Tom and wife, Jeanette Paradiso with three step-children and six step-grandchildren; and son, Joe and wife, Carmen Martinez; three brothers, Don, Bob and Bill; and two sisters, Marie and Marilyn, with their families; and two brothers-in-law, Jim and Bob Donovan; and one sister-in-law, Patricia McDonald with their families. He will be remembered as a good man, loving husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend. Charles will be missed dearly. The family invites friends for visitation at his home on Tuesday, October 29, 2002 from 1:00 until 5:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Catholic Church, 5015 Corrales Rd. in Corrales with Father Clarence Galli, celebrant. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. French Mortuary - Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
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Sells -- George N. Sells, age 92, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years died October 24, 2002. Survivors include daughters, Vicki Lynn Shinliver and husband, Dennis, Sandra McVey; grandchildren, Jean Luzer, David McVey, Dale McVey, Judie Ford, Greg Hammers, Stuart Shinliver; great-grandchildren, Ty Ford and Todd Ford. George was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian Sells. George retired from AT & SF in 1975 after 39 years of service, he was a member of the following organizations, the Masonic Lodge #731 of Amarillo, the National Society of the Sons of American Revolution serving as current president of the NM society, the Albuquerque Knife and Fork Club, the Society of the War of 1812, Military Order of Loyal Legion U.S., American Railway Engineering Association, the VFW Post #15032, the Navy Seabee Veterans of America serving with the 118th Battalion, the Scottish Rite, Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels as well as belonging to St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at St. Paul's Untied Methodist Church 9500 Constitution Ave. NE with Rev. Don Boren officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's United Methodist Church or the National Society of Sons of the Revolution. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE is handling his arrangements.
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Tafoya -- Rafaelita S. Tafoya, 97, went home to be with the Lord on October 25, 2002. She was born on July 16, 1905 in Contreras, NM. Visitations will be held on Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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Young -- Glen A. Young, 41, a former resident of Albuquerque for 33 years, died Monday, October 21, 2002 in Colorado Springs, CO. He is survived by his parents, Sam and Doretha Young of Albuquerque; brothers, Roy Hardage of Albuquerque and Greg Young and wife, Tosha of Portland, OR; sister, Cynthia Young and husband, Billy Richmond of Aurora, IL; niece, Kristle Hardage; nephew, Patrick Hardage, both of Albuquerque; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Mr. Young graduated from Sandia High School in 1979. He served his country in the U.S. Navy for four years. Memorial Services will be held Monday, October 28, 2002, at 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating.
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