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Dezettel -- Marcella Klasky Dezettel, 95, passed away on December 18, 2002 at Westwind house. Her body as worn out, but not her spirit. Husband, Louis, died 19 years ago."Marsh" was a longtime resident of Spector Shalom House in Albuquerque. Born, raised, and family connected in Chicago. Forever an enthusiastic Cubs fan, she was the last of the Klasky sisters. MKD is survived by her only child, Rae Dezettel Perls and son-in-law Stephen Perls; grandchildren, Bob Perls and Lynn Perls; great-grand-children, Aaron, Zack and Zoe Perls; special family members Joan Findley Perls, Brenda Broussard, and Leslie Jones, all of Albuquerque. She also leaves her nephew Al Richman and his family in Chicago and the Susan clan in Denver. The family will be receiving friends Friday, December 20, 2002 from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at her daughter's home. Cremation has taken place. ASPEN FUNERAL ALTERNATIVES 1935 JUAN TABO NE ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87112 (505) 323-9000
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Dorney -- Janell Dorney, 57, a resident of Albuquerque for many years, passed away on December 18, 2002. She is survived by her husband, John Dorney of Albuquerque; daughters, Marla Gregory and husband, Mark Leiker of Denver and Tammie Singer of Kansas City; son, Steven Dorney and wife, Erika and daughter, Kristin Dorney all of California; brother, Monroe Langley and wife, Rosemary of Albuquerque and father, James H. Langley and wife, Sarah of Albuquerque. She is also survived by five grandchildren. Janell was a loving wife, mother and homemaker whose hobbies include, painting, art, piano, music, cooking and sewing. She also had attended Rio Grande High School and The University of New Mexico. Service will take place on Friday, December 20, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at All Saints Lutheran Church, 4800 All Saints Rd. NW with Pastor Wangberg, officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary - Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks N. of Paseo Del Norte) on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
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Greene -- Doreen (Doe) Greene, 53, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2003. She dedicated her life to children, beginning as a kindergarten teacher at age 16. Most recently she loved being a nanny for Jackson and Hannah. She will be missed by husband, Don Greene; daughter, Heather Greene; son Shawn Greene and his girlfriend Rebecca Georgia; all of Albuquerque. From her home country of Canada, she is survived by her mother Alice Smith; Lindsey and Marie Smith; John Smith; Andrew and Bridgette Smith; Gail and Bill Peris; and five nephews. Her extended family in Albuquerque includes; Kathleen Greene; Patti Williams and Jim Beasly; Mickey and Terri Greene; and nieces and nephews; Marianne, Melissa & Michael Greene and Sam & Alexis Williams. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in memory to the Albuquerque Botanical Center's Children's Fantasy Garden, 903 10th St. SW, 87102. Visitation will be Thursday, December 19, 2002, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and services 8:00 a.m. Friday, December 20, 2002, at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Gutierrez -- Mr. Orlando Gutierrez, 68, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on December 18, 2002 peacefully at home in the arms of his loving family. Mr. Gutierrez is the beloved husband of 49 years to Mrs. Angie Gutierrez. Mr. Gutierrez is also survived by his loving children, Susan Biehle and husband, Bill, Debbie Torres and husband, Ruben, John Gutierrez and wife, Pam, Yolanda Lucero and husband, Leonard, Tony Gutierrez and wife, Myra, Loretta Ambrogi and husband, Anthony, Gina Chavez and husband, Mark, Orlando Gutierrez Jr., and Diane Chavez; his in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Rafael Facio; one brother, Albert Gutierrez; four sisters, Corine Gonzales and husband, Alfonso, Vivian Guillen and husband David, Margie Lucero and Ernestina Gutierrez; his brothers in law, Ralph Facio and David Facio; a sister in law, Esther Nunes; 19 grandchildren, Stephanie, Katherine, Vicente, Mario, Rhiannon, John Jr., Andres, Angelica, Anthony, Eric, Ryan, Joseph, Monet, Angelina, Amanda, Julie, Janelle, Andrew and Adam. Mr. Gutierrez was a member of the Catholic Church and an honorary member of the Iron Workers Local Union #495 where he retired from. A visitation for Mr. Gutierrez will be Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Josephs Pl. NW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Frank Prieto. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Vicente Valdez, John Gutierrez Jr., Andres Lucero, Anthony Gutierrez, Eric Gutierrez and Joseph Ambrogi. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Hartman -- Edward "Cowboy" Eddie Hartman II, 22, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died on Saturday, December 14, 2002. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2002, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Hunt -- David Arthur Hunt."We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord." 2 Corinthians 5:8 David Arthur Hunt, 65, of Albuquerque, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 14, 2002. He will be remembered as a spiritual leader who devoted his life to sharing the love of the Lord with others. He enjoyed ministering to people, especially the elderly, and loved cooking for family gatherings, and joking with friends. He was employed by the Albuquerque Rescue Mission as the Learning Center Chaplain, and also was active in his community by serving as neighborhood president. He loved his job, serving as a mentor to many he lead to the knowledge of salvation through Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife of six years, Linda Hunt; son, Joseph Hunt; and daughters, Diana Parham, Barbara Schmeits-Hapke and her husband, Scott Schmeits, Carla Hapke and Audrey Hapke. He is also survived by two children from his former marriage, a son Jeffrey Hunt and wife, Stephanie of Flower Mound, Texas; and a daughter, Jennifer Hunt Champlin of Kennedale, Texas. He was a devoted grandfather to ten grandchildren. Jordan, Lauren, and Brady Hunt, of Flower Mound, Blayne and Ryan Champlin of Kennedale, Serena Powdrell, Joshua and Rachel Parham, and Angela and Amanda Garcia, all of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his sister, Eleanor Caves, of Prineville, Oregon; and his brother, Wayne Hunt of Boring, Oregon; and four other brothers residing in the Spokane, Washington area. The Memorial Service will be held at First Family Church, 4701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, on Friday, December 20, 2002 at 9:30 a.m., interment at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Thanks to all who have kept our family in your prayers. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Albuquerque Rescue Mission in David's name.
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Jaramillo -- Julia Torres Jaramillo, born in Kelly, New Mexico in 1914, passed away on Tuesday evening at UNMH, surrounded by her family. Her parents were Miguel T. Torres and Maria Lucero Torres. She was a resident of Albuquerque since 1948. She was a mother and homemaker most of her life. Julia attended the School of Mines, Socorro, NM and the University of New Mexico. She was a teacher in San Antonio, NM and at St. Mary's High School, Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Filbert A. Jaramillo; son, Michael Jaramillo; and sister, Winnie Dominguez. She is survived by children, John G. Jaramillo and wife, Anita of VA, Julianna Martinez, Priscilla Contreras of Zuni, NM.; daughter-in-law, Rose Jaramillo, Bella Wolfe and husband, Michael of AZ, Marie Fuentes, and Patricia Jaramillo and husband, Steve. She also leaves behind 21 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and her sisters, Sarah Pease of WA, Lucy Caine of AZ, and Josie Colluci; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jaramillo was a member of St. Therese Parish for 48 years, the Legion of Mary, and the Los Volcanes Senior Center. She will never be forgotten by all that knew and loved her. Sincere thanks go out to the staff of the seventh floor at UNMH for their excellent care and loving concern for our mother during her last illness. Services will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church, 4th and Mildred NW. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 20, 2002. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 21, 2002, with interment to follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Kezele -- Esther Danoff Kezele, 85, died Sunday, December 15, 2002. Esther was born January 24, 1917 in Danoffville, NM, 18 miles south of Gallup, which was homesteaded by her father, Sam Danoff. Esther moved to Gallup with her family when she was three years old. She has been a resident of Albuquerque since 1959. Esther worked for American Furniture Company for 30 years and was a member of Congregation Albert. Her life revolved around her family and work. She was a very independent woman who will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Esther is survived by her brothers, Hyman Danoff and wife Bertha of Albuquerque, and Sidney Danoff and wife June of Tucson, AZ; sister-in-law, Armida Danoff of Santa Ana, CA; nephews, Michael Danoff and wife Margo of Albuquerque, Robert Danoff and wife Eve of Paradise Valley, AZ and Eric Danoff and wife Barbara of Piedmont, CA; nieces, Pamela Danoff Kraus and husband Robert of Santa Ana, CA and Kerry Danoff of Atlanta, GA; seven grandnewphews; one grandniece; and her close friend, Marlys Weinhold. Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Pete; her son, Larry; and her brother, Isadore Danoff. Graveside services will be held Thursday, 3:00 p.m., at Congregation B'Nai Israel Cemetery (Fairview), 700 Yale SE, with Rabbi Joe Black officiating. Pallbearers will be Lee Blaugrund, Mike Danoff, Robert Danoff, Troy Danoff, Ryan Danoff and Brett Danoff. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lopez -- Bernardino"Benny""Iron Man" Lopez, age 94, was born in"Atrisco" Albuquerque, NM. He passed away peacefully, December 17, 2002, at home with his family at his side, under the wonderful and compassionate care of Presbyterian Hospice. Benny married Amada Turrieta in 1940 and they resided in Five Points and Peralta, New Mexico. He worked and retired from the Santa Fe/Topeka Railroad, after 30 years of service, and continually farmed in Peralta. Benny and was a longtime member of St. Annes Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his son, Albert Anthony Lopez and is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Amada of the family home; three sons, Frank Lopez of Albuquerque, David Lopez of Fresno, CA., and Billy D. Lopez of Albuquerque; two daughters, Mary Alice Lopez, and Dorinda Lopez-Espinoza and husband, Rick all of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Michael, Richard, Lisa, Gabriela, and Adriana; two great-grandchildren, Deja and Richard Andres; numerous other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A viewing will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW., on Friday, December 20, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Services will be held at St. Annes Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 20, 2002. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 21, 2002 with burial following at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richard C. Espinoza, Michael Quinones, Rick Espinoza, Joe Madrid, Alfred Sanchez and Bobby Lopez. Benny was the last of his generation, but an inspiration to future generations. He would have liked everyone to remember, �Be good to people and be nice to the world. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Otero -- In Memory of Norman J. Otero March 22, 1960 - December 19, 1992A long life is not good enough, A good life is long enoughLove, Janet, Jon and Calgary
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Parker -- Genevieve (Jennie) Parker, 58, passed away Saturday, December 14, after a very heroic 19-year battle with breast cancer. A 27 year resident of the Albuquerque/Cedar Crest area she is survived by her husband of 37 years, Dennis; son, Timothy of Albuquerque; niece, Heather Robsahm of Ventura, CA; brother, Steve Robsahm of Anacortes, WA. She was devoted to her family and friends. She was born in Santa Barbara, CA, to John and Irene Robsahm and graduated from Cal Poly at San Luis Obispo. Her love of the arts and crafts kept her involved in the community for many years with the Southwest Arts Festival and the NM Arts & Crafts Fair. She was always happy to give demonstrations to school children and displayed her work in galleries in NM, CA, OK, TX and MD. In recent years her passion for the game of golf resurfaced and she played with several ladies groups enjoying the rivalry and companionship until her illness prevented her participation. She and her love will be greatly missed by all of us. The footprints she has left behind are only those of joy and we know she is now pain free and safely with God. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Saturday, December 21st, 10:00 a.m., at The Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE, south of Paseo Del Norte. Everyone is welcome as are flowers or a memorial contribution may be made to Central New Mexico Chapter (CNMC) of the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation, PO Box 92110, Albuquerque, NM 87119. In the end there is only a man and his wife, even if one of them is dead, the other is left, remembering. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Pedroncelli -- A Tribute to Consuelo Pedroncelli 1908 - 1995It seems so very long And yet so very near Our thoughts cannot escape Of you who were so dearMom, you were the best Ever gentle, ever kind Always giving Never far from our mindAs the oceans are wide And the stars are so high Nothing can separate us On this you can relyYou are here in our hearts Your love still pursues Never to part All our lives through.Jenaro, Louella and family
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Pogostin -- Laura Rose Pogostin was born in The Bronx, New York in 1926 and was the eldest daughter of Charles and Betty Goldberg. She married Jerry Pogostin in 1946 and lived in The Bronx until 1956 when they moved to Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, New York. They lived there until 1985 when they retired to Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her sister, Francine Goldberg Bachrach; and her eldest son, Mitchell F. Pogostin. Laura is survived by her husband, Jerry Pogostin; her son, Chester L. Pogostin; her daughter-in-law, Carolyn M. Pogostin; and her two grandchildren, David R. Pogostin and Lindsey B. Pogostin. Graveside Services were held on Monday, December 16, 2002 at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Sandia Funeral Care 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Rauen -- Stephen Paul Rauen, 15, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away December 16, 2002. He is survived by his parents, Bill and Louanne Rauen; sister, Jennifer Rauen; grandfather, George Rauen of Albuquerque; grandparents, Ruth and Marvin Schappet of Maryland; and aunts, uncles and cousins. Stephen was a Life Scout with Troup 200 working on becoming an Eagle Scout. His passion was culinary arts and he wanted to be a chef. He was a sophomore at Del Norte High School where he was a member and officer with Family Careers and Community Leaders of America. As a freshman, he was a member of the freshman football and track teams, competing in discus and shot put. Stephen loved animals. Visitation for Stephen will be Friday, December 20, 2002, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 21, 2002, 12:00 p.m., at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made, in Stephen's name, to the Boy Scouts of America, Great Southwest Council, 5841 Office Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Reinke -- Mrs. Magda E. Reinke, 101, a resident of Albuquerque passed away. Mrs. Reinke is surived by two daughters, Paula Follis and Madga Robison; three grandsons, John Robison and wife, Debrah, Tom Robison and wife, Pat, Jeff Robison and wife, Rita; one granddaughter, Margaret Stevenson and husband, John; and six great-grandchildren. Private disposition has taken place. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Sanchez -- Regina S. Sanchez, 81, of Los Ranchos, passed away suddenly, Tuesday morning, December 17, 2002, at her home with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eduardo L. Sanchez; daughter, Abbie Gonzales; and son-in-law, Andrew Aranda. Regina is survived by her four children, Virginia �Garcia Chambers and husband, Mike of Los Lunas, Betty"Annie" Mendoza and husband, Frank, Frances Aranda, Eddie Sanchez and wife, Maggie; son-in-law, Max Gonzales of El Monte, CA; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited at Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, on Edith in between Ranchitos and El Pueblo, Thursday, December 19, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 4th St. and Alameda NW, on Friday, December 20, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Raymond Sanchez, Anthony Gonzales, Andre Sanchez, Ricky Mendoza, Allan Johnson, and Jacob Trujillo. Honorary pallbearers are Frank Mendoza and John Mares Jr. She will be missed by her family and friends and her second family at White Rose Bingo. We will miss you Grandma Grape. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Scalia -- Guido"Mike" Scalia, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Tuesday, December 17, 2002. He is survived by his daughters, Linda Kaloczi and husband, Ted and Lisa Bennett and husband, Randy, and Lori Scalia, all of Albuquerque; one grandchild, Kris Kaloczi of Albuquerque; sisters, Josephine Fetsko and husband, John of Schenectady, NY and Mary Barshick of Marianna, PA; and brother, Joseph Scalia of North Olmstead, OH. He was preceded in death by his wife, Julia Scalia in February 2001. Mr. Scalia was a member of The Knights of Columbus. He was in the US Army and a veteran of WWII. Mr. Scalia retired after 23 years as an inspector for the City of Albuquerque. He was an avid sportsman and had a great love for the outdoors. Rosary will be recited Thursday, December 19, 2002, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Al McLane reciting. Mass will be recited Friday, December 20, 2002, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Father William McCarren and Deacon Byron Wicker assisting. Interment will take place at 12:00 noon, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, one hour prior to rosary. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Schwyzer -- Hanns Carl Schwyzer, M.D., F.A.C.S., born August 17, 1912. Hanns passed from this life on December 12, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Mary Bakula Schwyzer. Hanns is also survived by his four children, A.T."Chief" Schwyzer and his wife, Barbara, and their sons, Jason Carl and Hanns Robertson; Heidi Schwyzer McNeal and her husband, Dr. Steven McNeal, and their sons, Cody, Luke, Chad and Todd and his wife, Pam and Hanns' great-grandchildren, Levi and Jesse; Colli Hissem and her husband, Ralph, their son, Zac and his wife, Laura, and Hanns' only granddaughter, Amanda; and Dr. Robert Norman Schwyzer. Friends are invited to attend the Full Military Committal Service at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico on Friday, December 20, at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Southwest Indian Foundation, P.O. Box 86, Gallup, New Mexico, 87302-0001. Arrangements by Salazar & sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Smith -- Winnifred (Winnie) M. Smith, 86, beloved mother, sister, and grandmother passed away Sunday, December 15, 2002 in Albuquerque. Her sudden passing will leave a huge void in the lives of her family. Winnifred was born on November 6, 1916 in Portales, NM to the late James L. May and Lula May Anderson. She attended school in Portales and was in the first freshman class at Eastern New Mexico University. She also attended Stephens College and graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in Elementary Education. She taught school in Portales until she met and married George W. Smith, Jr., who preceded her in death after a marriage of 52 years. Winnifred and her husband lived in Springer, Clayton, and Tucumcari, before moving to Albuquerque in 1965. Winnifred was a tough lady with courage, having suffered from Multiple Sclerosis for over 55 years. She was an inspiration to all those who knew her. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Shiplet and husband, Wayne; her granddaughters, Jennifer and Keri, who she loved deeply, of Albuquerque; her only brother, James A. May and wife, Elizabeth of Belen; and many family and friends. Her family would like to thank Delores Stewart and the staff of Golden Years for the love and care they gave Winnie the last few years. Graveside services will be held Friday, 1:00 p.m., at Portales Cemetery, Portales, NM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name to the Christian Children�s Home, 1356 New Mexico 236, Portales, NM 88130-9411. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Tafoya -- Richard"Dickie" Tafoya December 19, 1955-June 23, 1996 Happy Birthday! Love, your family
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Whitney -- In Loving Memory Of A. E. (Gene) Whitney March 24, 1930 - December 19, 2001 This day is remembered and quietly kept, No words are needed, we shall never forget, For those we love don't go away, They walk beside us everyday. Unseen and unheard, but always near, So loved, so missed,and so very dear.The Whitney Family
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Williams -- Baby Andre Williams Jr., infant son to Andre Williams Sr. and Jerrica Sanders passed away on December 15, 2002 and is now one of God's Little Angels in Heaven. A Gaveside Service will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Fairview Park Cemetery. Pastor William Brown officiating. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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