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Armenta -- Jacob"Jack" Armenta, 87, a resident of Tijeras, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Margarita Armenta of the family home; 11 children, Joe Armenta, Ethel and Gilbert Sandoval, Bobby and Vivian Armenta, Jake and Daisy Armenta, Matt and Teresa Armenta, Clarence and Linda Armenta, Pauline and Gilbert Torres, Yolanda and Juan Barreras, Kathryn and John Palmer, Kathleen and Ernie Gomez and Daryl Armenta; 37 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren; sister, Dulcinea Sanchez; and brother-in-law, Pedro Riboni; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Prisca and Jose Armenta; sister, Emma; and brother, Julian Armenta; a granddaughter, Denise Armenta; great-grandson, Isidro Ortiz; daughter-in-law, Bea Armenta; and son-in-law, Ralph Cervantes Sr.. He worked for Kirtland Air Force Base, the State Highway Dept. as a Patrol Foreman, and then retired as a heavy equipment operator/supervisor for Bernalillo County. He started Armenta Trucking and worked part-time for the Village of Tijeras in Road Maintenance. He was a member of Holy Child Catholic Church in Tijeras where he built a grotto and where he was named majordomo for life. His talent for composing verses for many occasions including weddings was very well known. He was also known for his love of family and church, and loved to travel. Rosary for Mr. Armenta will be Monday, December 2, 2002, 8:00 p.m., at Holy Child Catholic Church, Tijeras. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Child Church, with Fr. Albert Gallegos, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Tijeras Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his sons, Joe, Bobby, Jake, Matt, Clarence, and Daryl. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Armenta, Gilbert Sandoval Jr., Leonard Armenta, Gilbert Thomas Torres, Julian Armenta, Matt J. Armenta Jr., Robert Harvey, Try Gonzales, Ralph Cervantes and Kenny Armenta. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Bernal -- Priscilla Bernal, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Saturday, November 30, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Reuben Bernal of Albuquerque.�She was a member of St. Bernadette�s Catholic Church. Graveside services are to be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2002 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE, at 8:30 a.m. French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. Chapel NE.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Boatman -- E. Bobbye Boatman, 91, a long time resident of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, passed away November 21, 2002. She was born March 19, 1911, to Frank and Eszter Mile of Kitchener, Ontario and was married to Dr. L.C. (Larry) Boatman in Santa Fe in 1951. Her last employment during a career as an executive secretary was with the NM Synod of the Presbyterian Church. In Santa Fe, her activities included the Toastmistress Club, choir of the First Presbyterian Church, where she was a frequent soloist, Garden Club, creative cooking, and hosting events, such as the Convention of the NM Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, in which Dr. Boatman was active. In Albuquerque, Bobbye was an early and enduring member of the First Church of Religious Science and an avid student of Science of Mind. She is survived by her children, Diane Boatman, of Accord, NY and Dorothy Boatman, of Madison, WI; 6 grandchildren, Donna Gray, Kirsten, Eddie, Mattie, Larry, and Edna Hogan; 7 great-grandchildren; her siblings, Louis, Steve, Charles, Gordon, Margo Scargall, Elaine Lampman, and Eileen Lang; nieces and nephews, Hilda Scott, Edward Mile, Bonnie Lou Novack, Jane Chance, and Donald Chance, Jr.; and many grand nieces and nephews. Special friends included Pat and Bob Gooch, Dot and Tom Tennies, Joyce and George Hudson, Barb and Bob Pixton, Bill and Doris Weaver, Norm and Barb Dawson, John Bundock, Esther Boatman, and Mary Karmody. Her parents, husband, and siblings, Frank, Juliana Chance, Peter, and Alex, preceded her in death. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 2002, at 11 a.m., at First Church of Religious Science, 3320 San Pedro Blvd. NE, with Rev. Patrick Pollard officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Bobbye's name to the Building Fund of the First Church of Religious Science, the Animal Humane Association of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia Street SE, 87108, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Browne -- Robert K. Browne, 69, born in Richmond, VA, on February 24, 1933, passed away November 23, 2002 in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his wife, Barbara A. Browne; daughters, Cheryl Martin, and Sharon Browne; grandchildren, Tamara and Christopher Martin all of Albuquerque; and sister, Jane Bayda. Mr. Browne retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1979 after serving our country for 25 years. Interment and Private Services will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to Lovelace Hospice, 5403 Gibson Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, phone (505) 343-6374. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, (505) 891-8200.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Clark -- Elizabeth Joan Wilson Clark, 73, born in El Paso, TX, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, passed away on November 27, 2002. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert A. Clark,"Grandad," who passed away in December 2001. Joan is survived by her children, Denise Sprague, Robert Clark, Christi Hatch and Julie Clark; grandchildren, Nathan, Bonnie and Joel Sprague, Jesse, Cameron, Candace and Christan Hatch, Breanna, Nicole, Michael and Sean Sly; great grandchildren, Tyler Matthew and Megan Sprague, Jamie Hatch; brother, John M. Wilson, Jr. Her joy was her family. She devoted her life to the service of her family and many others. Joan was a woman of faith who taught her family to love the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She was a woman of refinement who gave her children and grandchildren a love for music and the arts. Joan was affectionately known as"Gammy" by those who cherished her association. Gammy and Grandad are together again! Gammy is parted from us briefly, but death has not separated us. Services will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taylor Ranch Chapel, 6009 Kachina NW with Bishop Daniel W. Lewis, officiating. Friends may visit at the Church on Saturday from 12:00 p.m. until time of service. Entombment will follow at Vista Verde Cemetery, Rio Rancho, NM. French Mortuary - Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Duffee -- William M. (Bill) Duffee passed away November 25, 2002. He was preceded in death by his wife, Neva; and infant son, Earl. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Pearl; beloved father of three children, William (Cheri) Duffee, Catherine (Bob) Millar, and Barry (Linda) Duffee; three step-children, Barry (Janet) Silbaugh, Steve (Becky) Silbaugh, and Barbara Pinzak; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and brother, James (Betty) Duffee. Bill was born October 16, 1923 in Toledo, Ohio and served courageously in the South Pacific during WWII on the USS Nicholas DD449. He moved his family to Albuquerque in 1957, and in 1958 founded ALTEC, where he was acting president until his retirement in 1989. He and his wife, Pearl have lived in Sun City, AZ for the past 11 years where he was active in many private organizations. They were blessed with many years of happiness, which included numerous trips to Germany and other countries. They came to know and love many people there. He was a wonderful husband and father, and a generous, fun loving man that will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Memorial Services will be held in Albuquerque on December 5, 2002 at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Duran -- Eloy A. Duran February 4, 1913 to December 2, 1991 Psalm 29"Thou has turned my morning into dancing for me; thou has loosed my sackcloth, and thou has girt me with gladness. To the end that my soul may sing to thee and not be silent.�O lord, My God, I will prise thee forever" Daddy, from near and fary your family loves and misses you! The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be prayed in remembrance of Eloy at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church on December 2nd at 5:30.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Gathings -- Dr. Robert O. Gathings, 75, beloved husband, dad, and grandpa, passed away quietly Friday morning, November 29, 2002. Dr. Gathings was born in Cedartown, Georgia. He came from a family of five medical doctors. Dr. and Mrs. Gathings moved to Albuquerque in 1956 where he began his medical practice. He truly loved his work to which he dedicated himself for forty years. Dr. Gathings is survived by his wife, Nedra F. Gathings; son, D. Rusch Gathings and wife, Yolanda Zamora-Gathings; daughter, Desiree Rachel Gathings and husband, Fredvic L. Zabala; grandson, Robert Brandon Zabala. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver SE, with Pastor Tom Beach officiating. As a testament to his life's work parents are encouraged to bring to the memorial service photographs of their children that Dr. Gathings delivered. There will be a display in the narthex of the church for the service. The family requests that in lieu of flowers donation be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver NE, 87108. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Gonzales -- A final visitation for Rudy J. Gonzales will be Monday morning from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Bernalillo, New Mexico with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. by Father Virgil. Interment will follow at the San Carlos Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Gonzales -- Nicolas Gonzales Sr., passed away from this life to the heavenly arms of Jesus Sunday November 30, 2002. His father and mother, Juan Timoteo and Margarita Gonzales; brother, Roque Gonzales; and sister, Flora Gonzales preceded him in death. Living brothers and sisters include, Timoteo Gonzales, Ramon Gonzales Carol Manzanares of Denver; and Eva Gonzales of San Fransisco. Nicolas married Juanita Turrietta, who survives him on June 13, 1953. Children include Nicolas Gonzales Jr. and wife. Paula, Fred Gonzales, Paul Gonzales and wife, Sophie, and Jeanne M. Lujan and husband, Phillip Lujan Jr.. Grandchildren include Bernadine Garcia and husband, Isadore, Nicolas Gonzales III, Nestor Gonzales, and wife, Donnie Ray, Maria Elena Tidwell and husband, Joshua, Joshua Gonzales, Jared Lujan, and Aaron Lujan. Great-grandchildren are Desiree Garcia, Eliaz Garcia, Elijah Gonzalesand Jonathan Gonzales. Nicolas was born in San Antonito, NM on December, 1930 and lived in Luis Lopez, NM until 1946 when he moved to Albuquerque. He graduated from the old Albuquerque High School and then enlisted into the Navy and served his country in the Pacific during the Korean War. Upon his return to Albuquerque he bacame a member of the Albuquerque Fire Department where he served for 28 years. During his tenure in the Fire Department he was instumental in the development of the Arson Division and retired as a Lieutenant. He continued his work in arson investigative science for more thana decade after leaving the fire department. Nicolas was an avid geneologist and was able to trace his ancestry back through 13 generations. He made several trips to Spain and Portugal with his brother Ramon in this pursuit. Nicolas was a member of the Hispanic Genealogical Reserch Center, a charter member of the New Mexico Hispanic Cultural Preservation League, and a member of the Albuquerque Sister Cities Foundation where he helped to establish a friendship between Albuquerque, NM and Alburquerque, Spain. He was also involved in the Albuquerque Founder's Day Committee, and was one of the initiators of the Founding Family Banners that are often displayed at various parades and cultural events around the state. Nicolas was eternally active in many community organizations including the DAV, the South Valley Exchange Club, 4-H, Association of American Immigrants in Alburquerque (Badajoz), Spain, and the Retired Firefighters Association. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday at 7:00 PM at the Ascension Catholic Church 2150 Raymac Rd. S.W. A Mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the Ascension Church. Burial will follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. The Salazara & Sons Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Gurule -- Edward Gurule, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2002. A rosary will be recited Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Funeral services were entrustedto: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Hanks -- Frances Herrick Hanks, 79, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2002, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in the presence of her family.�An avid tennis player, Franma,�as she liked to be called, directed the tennis program for Albuquerque City Parks and Recreation from the late 1960s to the early 1970s. Moving her permanent residence to Christmas Tree Canyon near Mora, NM, in the early 1970s, she coached the Mora HS girls tennis team from the 1970s to the early 1980s. In the 1950s and 1960s, she was a nationally ranked woman's amateur tennis player in California and Middle-Atlantic regions. Born in the Chestnut Hill area of Philadelphia, PA, in 1923, she was the Phila. Jr. golf champion and an All-American field hockey player. She graduated from Philadelphia's Springside School in 1940 and married Ralph Hanks, a naval aviator and World War II ace, in 1945. During World War II, she served as a driver for the U.S. Army Air Corps�Women's Auxiliary. She and Ralph spent 28 years moving across the country with the U.S. Navy, living in Maryland, California, Florida, Texas, Virginia, and New Mexico. Franma is survived by her husband of 57 years; her four children, Rick of Watsonville, CA, Russ of St. George, UT, Steve of Albuquerque, and Nina of Albuquerque; and 11 grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2002, at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, and on Saturday, December 7, 2002, in Mora, New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions to the University Hospice Program, 4001 Indian School Rd NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Howell -- Gladys (Sonenstahl) Howell, born April 12, 1912 in Brooten, MN, passed away November 20, 2002, from and abdominal blood clot. Survivors include Donna J. Howell, last address known, Princeton, NJ; brother, Vernon Sonenstahl of Tavares, FL; and Marjorie A. Linden of Minneapolis, MN. Arrangements handled by Strong-Thorne Mortuary, cremation at Aspen Funeral Services, Albuquerque, NM.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Kuehner -- Genevieve Mercurio Kuehner was called to her eternal reward on November 29, 2002. Born in Newark, N.J., on March 27, 1927, Genevieve was a resident of Rio Rancho since 1980. Genevieve will be deeply missed by her husband of 55 years, Joseph. Her son, Gordon Paul, preceded her in death. Her daughter Carol Ford and husband, Mark of Grand Junction, Colo.; her son, the Rev. Joseph of California; and her two grandsons Neil and Sean are grieving this sudden loss. Genevieve was a devoted wife and mother. She most recently was the primary caregiver to her husband who is struggling with cancer. Genevieve will always be remembered as that Italian�mother, inviting her family to the table to eat heartily of her�macaroni with gravy.�Her simplicity, kindness and love will be her lasting testatment. Genevieve was especially devoted to her friend, Bernadette Vojtech. Special thanks from the Kuehner family to Joe and Berna Vojtech. Rosary will be Tuesday, December 3, 2002, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE in Rio Rancho. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas. Entombment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE at Meadowlark Lane. Arrangements by Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary, 892-9920.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

La Riva -- La Viewing for Antonio Alberto,"Tony," La Riva will be at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW on Monday, December 2, 2002 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover SW. Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church on Tuesday, December 3, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Lapham -- Colonel Wendell Edward Funeral service for Colonel Wendell Edward Lapham, 87, will be Tuesday, December 3, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Baggett and Summers Funeral Home, 736 S. Beach Street with the Reverend Donn Dobberstein, Pastor of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Port Orange Officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Colonel Lapham a resident of Daytona Beach, Florida for the past three years and a resident of Inverness, Florida for 23 years, died at home on November 30, 2002 from cancer with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Eva; his three daughters, Drs. Gwen and husband, Steven Alcorn, Inverness, Fl; Dr. Sandra Lapham and former husband, Dr. Gary Simpson, Albuquerque, NM; Dr. Diane Lapham, Daytona Beach, Fl; grandchildren, Matthew Alcorn, Andrew Alcorn, Cassandra Lapham-Simpson, Courtney Lapham-Simpson, and Ava Lapham; a brother, Everett; and a sister, Frances, who both reside in Wolfeboro, NH; many nieces and nephews; his friend, Thel Marquez; and his caregiver, Juanita Hagar. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emma Parker Taylor and Arthur Thomas Lapham; and brothers, Donald and Arnold. Col. Lapham was born in Carlisle, Massachusetts, on October 5, 1915, and graduated in 1937 with a major in economics. He was a major in the R.O.T.C., class president, president of the student senate, a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity, and lettered in football, track, and baseball. He was listed in the 1937,"Who's Who Among American Universities and Colleges." He enlisted in the United States Army in 1942. As a captain he fought in WWII with the 692nd Tank Destroyer battalion Ground Command in France, Austria, and Germany. Its motto was,"Seek, Search, and Destroy." For his heroic and meritorious achievement against an armed enemy he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. He was married to Eva Youngblut, a nurse in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, on July 15, 1945 by the mayor of Paris in City Hall, Champs Elysee, and again the next day by the Army Chaplain,"just to be sure it's legal." After the war they settled in Detroit, Michigan, where Col. Lapham was employed by the National Casualty Insurance Company, earning the title of Vice President, and was retired in 1973. He was active in the U.S. Army Reserves, was promoted to the rank of Colonel and was retired on his birthday in 1975. He will be missed sorely and remembered always for his love of music and skill as a drummer, his quick wit an wry sense of humor, and his unending devotion to his family. He will be buried with military honors in the National Cemetery. Messages of condolences may be e-mailed to BandSFamilies@aol.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Baggett and Summers Funeral Home and Crematory, Daytona Beach.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Lowry -- Jonathan Hamilton, died November 27, 2002. He was born September 24, 1955 in Baumholder, Germany. He is preceded in death by his father, Jose H. Lowry in 1997. Jonathan has been a resident of Albuquerque since 1994 and was a graduate of Wauwautosa East High School in Wisconsin. He served in the United States Marine Corp and graduated from US Air Traffic Controler School. He is survived by his mother, Joyce Wexler Lowry of Albuquerque; one daughter, Natlie C. Lowry of Utah; and by his special friend, Lucy Gonzales also from Albuquerque, NM. He is also survived by one brother, Brian R. Lowry and Renai of St. Louis, Mo.; and one sister, Margo Lowry Stewart and Steve, of Lafayette, Co.; one nephew, Griffin Lowry; and one niece, Brienne Lowry, both from St. Louis, Mo.; in addition to many loving friends. Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2002 from 6:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. at Sandia Funeral Care. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE, Albuquerque, NM. Inurnment will be held Friday, December 6, 2002 at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, (505)821-0010.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Lutheran -- On November 27, 2002, Lena M. Lutheran went to be with the Lord. Lena was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She had a zest for life and celebrated it to the fullest. Lena added color to everyone's life. She had a unique quality of making each person she touched feel special. We will miss her greatly. In 1991 she was preceded in death by her husband, John Lutheran and by a son, John T. Lutheran. She is survived by her children, Rick Luther and wife, Meg, Joy Arnold and husband, Dennis, and Charles D. Lutheran and wife, Sharon, all of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren, Dianne Crowley and husband, John, Barb White and husband, Jim, John C. Lutheran, Chris, Ryan, Daniel and Andrew Lutheran, and Tammy, Denise and Matthew Arnold; and two great-grandchildren, Josh and Angelina. Memorial Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 3, 2002 at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Road NE, with Pastor C.B. Blankenship officiating. Arrangements are by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, (505)821-0010.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Mechem -- New Mexico lost one of its treasured citizens. Edwin L. Mechem, born July 2, 1912, in Alamogordo, New Mexico, passed away at his home on Wednesday evening. He served four terms as Governor of New Mexico, served as United States Senator and United States District Judge since 1970. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Josephine; daughter, Martha Vigil; sons John and Walter; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and Josephine's children, Ann Galloway Leigh, Beth Galloway Horyna and Christin Galloway Dobbeck. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; his son, Jesse; Josephine's son, John; and granddaughter, Jennifer. The family has requested a private funeral. A public memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 3 at 2:00 p.m. at the Old Airport Terminal. Exit onto Sunpor Blvd. Go South on University to George, East on George to the Terminal. Airport Parking, located at 1501 Aircraft Ave, has kindly donated parking and shuttle service to the terminal. It is suggested that drivers drop off passengers at the terminal before parking. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jesse Mechem Scholarship Fund at the New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell or the Jesse Mechem Scholarship Fund at New Mexico State University Foundation in Las Cruces or to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Michelbach -- Funeral Services for Richard Anthony Michelbach will be held on Tuesday at St. Anne Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. A Rosary for Mr. Michelbach will be recited on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St Anne Catholic Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Miller -- Gary Owen, died November 29, 2002. He was born November 10, 1972 and raised in Albuquerque, NM. He graduated from Eldorado High School in 1993. He is survived by his parents, Gary and Sylvette Miller of Rio Rancho. He is also survived by two brothers, William Brian Miller and Clyde Lydell Miller, both of Albuquerque; and one niece, Brieann Miller, also of Albuquerque. He is also survived by two aunts, Jacqueline Winter of Florida and Michelle Daniel from Georgia. Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 4, from 10:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m. at Sandia Funeral Care. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2002, at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE. Interment to follow. Arrangements are by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, (505)821-0010.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Mobley -- Isabel Mier Mobley, 90, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Friday, November 29, 2002. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Meyer and husband, Paul; grandsons, Don Meyer and Kevin Meyer; nieces, Aileen O'Bryan, all of Albuquerque and Mamie Jo O'Bryan of Santa Fe; nephew, Bill Matotan and wife, Tommie of Albuquerque; and niece, Betty Warchol of Chicago, IL. Mrs. Mobley was preceded in death by her husband, James Donald Mobley. She volunteered for many years at St. Joseph's Hospital. Mrs. Mobley was a member and volunteer at Immaculate Conception Church. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Church, 6th & Copper. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Don Meyer, Kevin Meyer, Bill Matotan, Merrill Creech and Clarence Meyer. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Casa Angelica Home, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, 87105 or to Animal Humane Association of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Morgan -- Harold Morgan, 85, a 43-year resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2002, ten years after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 2, 2002, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Interment will be at 3:00 p.m., December 2, 2002, at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Padilla -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF ERNIE D. PADILLA AUGUST 12, 1962 - DECEMBER 2, 1994 (Eight Year Anniversary)It hardly seems like eight years have come and gone since God called you to be with him. It seems like only yesterday when I last talked with you. You were so young, so handsome, a good son, a great brother and a true friend. It's been difficult not having you around, especially this last year. I miss your laughter, your zest for life, and the great times we shared. You were a friend to all, even at times when we weren't friends to you. You had a heart of gold. It's lonesome here without you. I miss you more and more each day. It's been a tough eight years without you. Ernie, I know that you prepared a special place for Mom and Dad and they can be with you once again. I can only imagine the reunion you shared. May you all rest peacefully in Heaven. You will always be the GREATEST! I will remember you always and forever and until we meet again I will hold you all dear in my heart. Con Amor, Tu Hermano, Michael
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Plunkett -- Margaret L. Plunkett, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died November 29, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Robert Plunkett; sons, James E. Uhl and wife Sandy of Albuquerque, Bob Uhl and wife, Elaine of Ahwahne, CA, Ed Uhl and wife, Yolanda of Glendale, AZ, Mike Uhl and wife, Beverly of El Paso, TX, Brian Uhl and wife, Barri of Canyon County, CA, Mark Plunkett and wife, Bridgett of Englewood, CO, and Douglas Plunkett and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque; daughters, Dawn Caress and husband, David of Albuquerque, Teena Waylett and husband, Randy of Shelton, WA, Joan Plunkett and husband, Floyd Legleiter of Colorado Springs, CO, and Ann Plunkett of Everett, WA; brothers, Vestal Kling and wife, Edith of Decatur, IN, and Rodney Kling and wife Lois of St. Cloud, FL; sisters, Millie Williamson of La Port, IN, Norma Eby and husband, Bud of Mishawaka, IN, Caroline Mitschelen and husband, Earl of Albuquerque, Evelyn Lea of Mishawaka, IN, and Marsha Roher and husband, Larry of Mishawaka, IN; 28 grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren. Margaret loved children and was a Sunday school teacher for over 30 years. Services will be held at Montgomery Place Church of God, 3601 Montgomery NE, on Wednesday, December 4, 2002, 2:00 p.m. with pastors Tim Warren and Dawn Caress officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, December 3, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Montgomery Place Church of God, Arrangement by French Mortuary, 1500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Salazar -- Lorella M. Salazar, age 77, went to be with her Lord, Saturday, November 30, 2002. Lorella was born February 7, 1925 to Tomas O. Montoya and Frances DeLao Montoya. Lorella is the last of the Montoya political dynasty -- Her brothers, Tom Montoya, State Representative Teddy Montoya, State Representative Alfonso Montoya, United States Senator Joseph M. Montoya; her sisters, Agneda Montoya and Virginia Chavez all preceded her in death. Lorella loved life and life loved Lorella. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Lorella is survived by her son, Tom J. Salazar and his wife, Gail Salazar; her brother-in-law, Tony Chavez; her nephews, Patrick Montoya, Phil Montoya, Joe M. Montoya and Teo Montoya; her nieces, Alicia Montoya and Lynda Montoya-Haran. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, December 3, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 4, 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo with Fr. Virgil officiating. Pallbearers will be Patrick Montoya, Phil Montoya, Michael Carroll, Steve Del Valle, Victor Castillo and Phillip Martinez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lou Avolio, Paul Del Valle, Bill Elliott and Tony Gabaldon. In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested to be made to the Theodore R. Montoya Hemophiliac Foundation, UNM Cancer Research & Treatment, 900 Camino de Salud, NE, Albuquerque 87131. French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Sanchez -- Jesus Sanchez, 80, went home to be with the Lord on November 26, 2002 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 26, 1922 in Atrisco, NM. Mr. Sanchez enjoyed woodwork, yard work and music. He also enjoyed standing at the pier in Malibu, CA and thinking of his days in the service. He is survived by his wife Rosemary K. Sanchez; children, Lawrence and Deann Sanchez of Westlake, Ca, Elise S. Sanchez of Albuq. and Charles J. Sanchez also of Albuq.; sisters, Luggie Montano and husband, Tom, and Enrica Gonzales and husband, Dan of Albuq.; brother, Tony Sanchez of Albuq.; six grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren. Mr. Sanchez will be deeply missed by his loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Peralta, NM. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Sanchez -- Mass of Christian Burial for Jesus Sanchez will be celebrated on Monday, December 2, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Peralta, NM. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Townsend -- Rod F. Townsend, 58, passed away in his home peacefully in Sandia Park, NM on November 26, 2002. He was the owner of the Old Town Card Shop in Albuquerque, NM. Rod was best known for his talent as a hand-screen printer. He perfected the art of hand screening through over 40 years of experience. Many of his hand-screened Christmas cards and notes hang framed in homes all over the U.S. and even in some parts of the world. He carried a gold PRCA card due to professionally competing at rodeos in calf roping. His big joy was breaking and training young horses. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will best be remembered for his talent as a hand screen card printer. His family and friends loved most his quite shy gentle nature and his quick wit and humor. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Sandra Townsend; his oldest son, Jesse Townsend and wife, Jennifer, and their son, Rodney Cole of McDonough, GA; his younger son, Trenton Townsend, wife, Gabriela, and their twin daughters, Katya and Camille of Flushing, MI. He is also survived by his last remaining sibling, his sister, Rosalie Dial and her husband, Harold Dial of Vista, Ca; as well as many nephews and nieces. The minister presiding will be Rod's nephew and friend, David Townsend of Oceanside, CA. Pallbearers are: Harold Dial, Jack Smithart, John Dunlap, Henry McKinley, Jack Anderson and Ronnie Switzer. Honorary Pallbearers are: Harry Leighton and Sharon Winget. Funeral Services will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 3, 2002; with burial to follow directly in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers make donations in memory or Rod Townsend to the American Cancer Society, Southwestern Division, Inc., P.O. Box 3108, Albuquerque, NM 87190 or to Presbyterian Hospice Foundation, 8100 Constitution Place NE, Suite 120, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 842-8800
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Woods -- Mrs. Criselda Woods, 92, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 30, 2002.� Mrs. Woods is survived by her beloved children, Mary Louise Sanders, Ethel Elviria Perry and husband, Sam, Girleen Harrison, Joe Henry Woods and wife, Laura and Albert Woods; one sister, Mary Holleman; one brother, Patrick Henry Clark and wife; longtime companion, Emiliano Rodriguez; 26 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6:00pm until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m.�Final visitation will be Wednesday morning after 9:30 a.m. in the Gabaldon Chapel with a Funeral Service a 10:00 a.m.�Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements. 243-7861
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Yoder -- Nickolai Antonio Yoder, beloved and adored son of Marlin and Deborah Dieppa Yoder, born Sunday, December 5, 1999, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2002. He is survived by his great-grandmother, Hortencia Garcia; grandparents, Ismael"Andy" and Margaret Dieppa, Ninfa Fringer, William and Edna Byler; uncle, Jack Yoder; and numerous other aunts, uncles, and cousins in New Mexico, Ohio, California, Arizona, New York, and Puerto Rico. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2002, 6:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Arrangements by French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Zanin -- Kelli J. Zanin, 47, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on Thursday, November 28, 2002. She is survived by her husband, John P. Zanin of Albuquerque; two sons, Jeremiah J. Zanin of Ypsilanti, MI, and Justin P. Zanin of Albuquerque; nephew, Patrick Hardage; and niece, Kristle Hardage, both of Albuquerque. Kelli graduated from Sandia High School in 1973 and later married John Zanin in 1977. She also graduated from the University of Albuquerque with an associates degree in nursing. Kelli worked since 1976 as a registered nurse with Manor Care for 15 years and with Lovelace Hospital for the past eight years. She was a dedicated healthcare giver, a loving wife and mother and a special friend to many. Services will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2002, at French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, at 3:30 p.m.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002