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Alire -- Andrea A. Alire, 91 years old, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2002 surrounded by her loved ones. She was a long time member of the Second Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elias Alire; and her children, Jose I. Alire, Mary Jane Alire and Orlina P. Alire"Pollock." She is survived by her sisters, Hilaria Atencio and Bernie Rivera; and brothers, Tomas, Ernest and Andres Atencio. She is also survived by her children, Marcia Quintana, Larry E. Alire, Max Alire, Lupe Baca and Manuel Alire; and many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 3, 2002 at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2003 at the Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith Blvd. NE, 87102. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Orlando Baca Jr., David Quintana, Antonio Alire, Vicente Alire, Johnny Armijo and Dickie Martinez. Honorary pallbearers will be John Alire, Chuckie Alire, Angelica Alire, Diane Alire, Sandra Alire and Cindy Archuleta. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Apodaca -- The family of Juanita"Mina" Apodaca wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind, supportive and helpful during their recent loss. Your kindness will always be remembered and appreciated. Services were in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Bishop -- Oleta F. Bishop, age 84 and a resident of Albuquerque since 1979 passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, December 25, 2002. Ms. Bishop was a member of Cristo Del Valle Presbyterian Church for over 20 years; she and her husband were members of the Odd Fellows & Rebecca's since 1950. Ms. Bishop spent her younger years in Lindrith, NM. Ms. Bishop was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Andrew Bishop; and three grandsons, Eugene Dale Baxter, Terrence Lee Baxter, and Gary Wayne Baxter; and son-in-law, M.E."Eugene" Baxter. Her loving daughter, Glenda Baxter; six sisters; and one brother survive Ms. Bishop. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 4, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. at Cristo Del Valle Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Cristo Del Valle Presbyterian Church 3907 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of arrangements
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Brumfield -- Mildred Ann Brumfield, 93, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Sunday, December 29, 2002. She is survived by her daughters, Peggy J. Gillham and husband, Russel, and Reita Smith and husband, Paul, all of Albuquerque; son, Rev. Marion R."Hank" Brumfield and wife, Betty of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Mounce Brumfield in 1987 and son, Rev. Wilbur Brumfield in 1993; 3 brothers, Levy Dial, Clarence Dial, and Joseph Dial. Mrs. Brumfield was born and educated in Lincoln, IL and married Rev. Mounce Brumfield in 1927. They moved to Albuquerque in 1957. She and her husband pastored at First Assembly of God Church in Belen for several years where she was active in the Women's Ministry. Mrs. Brumfield was a member of Tramway Community Church and was very active in the Ladies Prayer Group. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and prayer warrior who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held Thursday, January 2, 2003, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Chuck Kofahl and Pastor Terry Wendt officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Darrin Gillham, Kelvin Gillham, Jeffery Brumfield, Brian Brumfield, Randy Smith, Kent Smith, Wendel Brumfield, and Bradley Brumfield. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, one hour prior to service. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Tramway Community Church Building Fund, 4800 Tramway Ridge. Dr. NE, 87111. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Cordova -- Mrs. Monica S. Cordova, 82, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on December 30, 2002. Mrs. Cordova is survived by her daughter, Nancy Silva and husband Arthur; one son, Antonio S. Cordova; ten grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; one sister, Virginia Silva; many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Mrs. Cordova was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Cordova; two sons, Charles and Robert; her parents, Roberto and Vidala Silva. Mrs. Cordova was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation for Mrs. Cordova will be Thursday evening at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gabriella Nieto. A final visitation will be Friday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Father Manuel Viera. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Arthur Silva, David J.Silva, Tony Dean Cordova, Joseph Torres, Jerry Cordova and Danny Cordova. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements. 243-7861.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Daniel -- Donald (Don) Gordon Daniel, supported by family and friends passed away on December 22, 2002 after a short but valiant battle with cancer. Dan was born May 3, 1940 in Hobbs, NM to Gordon Daniel and Mildred Lee Daniel (nee Marshall). Dan is survived by his sons, Glenn Daniel of Largo, FL, and Gordon (Skip) Daniel of Tooele, UT. Dan joined the Army in Odessa, TX and had a 22 year career serving in Korea, Germany and Vietnam, where he received the Bronze Star. Dan retired as a Sergeant First Class and went to work at Tooele Army Depot. Dan was very active in St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Tooele, UT doing outreach ministries. While doing AA service work, he met Janee Parnegg of Albuquerque, NM. Dan came to Albuquerque and Janee and Dan were married in 1995. He went to work for what is now Coldwell Banker Legacy Real Estate. Dan and Janee were members of St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church where he served on the vestry. He was a strong supporter of the Dominican Retreat House (the Spiritual Renewal Center) and its mission of offering retreat and healing, especially to recovering alcoholics. After Janee died suddenly in May 2000, Dan continued to do out reach in many ways touched in lives of countless people. Dan was deeply grateful when fellow Legacy employees gave him their vacation time as he battled cancer. Dan will be greatly missed by those who loved him and counted him as their friend. Cremation has occurred. He will be interred at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe on January 3, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. A celebration of Dan's life with Eucharist will be held at St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 425 University Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM at 3:00 p.m. on January 4, 2003. The family requests in lieu of flowers that memorial contributions be made to the St. Thomas Serenity Retreat Fund, 425 University Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 or to the Spiritual Renewal Center, Inc., 6400 Coors Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, (505) 891-8200.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Davis -- Henry B. Davis, Jr., age 88, a resident of Los Lunas, died suddenly Saturday, December 28, 2002 at the Albuquerque Regional Medical Center. He was born September 1, 1915 in Lancaster, PA to Dr. Henry B. Davis and Annie Watt Davis. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jane M. Davis; sister, Annie Watt Clure of Lititz, PA and five children, Henry and Dora Davis, III of Grants, John and Francoise Davis, II, of Arlington, VA, Molly Delapp (ex-husband Ken Delapp) of Albuquerque, Annie and Gary Gunn of San Antonio, and Ned and Patty Davis of Akron, OH; 15 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.From his roots in Lancaster, Pennsylvania through his retirement in New Mexico, Henry B. Davis Jr. spent a lifetime studying American Military History.He first enlisted in the 111th Cavalry (NMNG) at the age of eighteen and was commissioned in the cavalry Reserve on his twenty-first birthday in 1936. Just as the country entered World War II, he was relieved from active duty to a degenerative lung condition derived from repeated pneumonia suffered as a child. Finding a loophole in the physical requirements of enlisted personnel, Henry resigned his commission, re-enlisted in the cavalry and returned to active duty. Two months later, he was re-commissioned in grade and became a great rarity, having been commissioned from the ranks twice. His lungs, unable to keep up with his desire for an active military career, hemorrhaged, and he was forced to retire from the service.A productive civil career led to an early retirement and eventually to Mr. Davis' involvement in the New Mexico Military Museum in Santa Fe. This was followed by a position as curator of the Patton Museum at Fort Knox, Kentucky. His work there then led him to the Calvary Museum at Fort Riley, Kansas and eventually to the United States Marine Corps Museum at Barstow. He was then director of the Quartermaster Museum at Fort Lee, Virginia and finally of the Fort Huachuca Museum in Arizona. Henry Davis was elected a Fellow of the Company of Military Historians, and was a member of the Organization of Military Museums of Canada.In 1998, his efforts of 15 years,"Generals in Khaki," was published.He will be remembered often and missed greatly by all who knew and loved him. The family had a gathering on Sunday, December 29, 2002. There will be a scattering of the ashes at the CS Ranch, Cimarron, NM in the spring. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Dominguez -- Aaron Gabriel"Chubbs" Dominguez, Jr., died Thursday, December 26, 2002. He is survived by his parents, Aaron Robert Dominguez and Felisha Anna Taylor; maternal grandmother, Tina St. Ledger and husband, Joseph, all of Albuquerque; and paternal grandparents, Robert Dominguez and Debbie Marincell-Cline and husband, Steve, all of Rio Rancho. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. William Irving officiating. Interment will take place at Taylor Cemetery in Crystal, NM. Pallbearers will be Christopher Dominguez and Jaycee Taylor. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, one hour prior to service. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Foster -- Frank E. Foster, April 24, 1938 - December 30, 2002. Frank died Monday, December 30, 2002, at the age of 64. Frank is survived by his wife of 44 years, Glynes Pulliam Foster of Albuquerque, NM; his son, Doug Foster of Lubbock, TX; and his daughter, Sherri Johnson of Levelland, TX. Frank, a lifetime resident of New Mexico, grew up north of Clovis in the Rosedale community and graduated from Rosedale High School in 1956 and from Eastern New Mexico University with a Bachelor of Science in Education in 1963. He and Glynes were married in December of 1958 and lived in Clovis where they started their family. Upon graduating from ENMU, Frank and his family moved to Aztec where he taught school. Las Vegas, NM was home to the Fosters from 1967 to 1970. It was at this time that Frank taught at the Job Corps, was a sales rep. for Loomix, and took care of ranch land east of Las Vegas. The Fosters moved to Chama in 1970 where Frank briefly taught school. While in Chama, Frank also worked for the Chama Land and Cattle Company, operated and ran an auto repair shop as well as a guiding and outfitting service, farmed north of Clovis, ran custom harvesting crews, and owned and operated the Waterhole Saloon near Dulce. In 1991, Frank and Glynes moved to Albuquerque. Frank worked first at Charlie's Sporting Goods and then for the past seven years as a sales consultant for Snipes Trailer Sales. An avid outdoorsman and horseman, Frank enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, ranching, and numerous other outdoor activities. Frank was able to call several New Mexico cities home, but he truly believed that home was where his wife and children were. Family, friends, hard work, and living by the golden rule were priorities in which Frank took pride. No formal services will be held. His many friends and relatives are welcome to pay their respects to the family at the family home on Friday, January 3, 2003, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. The family requests no flowers or memorials.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Garza -- Patricia Anita Garza, 41, went to be with her Lord in Heaven on December 24, 2002. Patty was born on October 31, 1961 in Washington DC. She grew up in Arlington, VA, and spent most of her adult life in Washington DC. Patty recently relocated to Albuquerque, NM to be closer to her family. Patty was preceded in death by her father, Richard Dix Garza; and by her companion of 14 years, Raymond"Quentin" Wateski. Patty is survived by her mother, Marjorie O. Garza; sister, Boni Galarneau and brother-in-law, William Galarneau; son, Brandon Garza; nephews, Adam and Skip Galarneau, all of Rio Rancho, NM; son, Jonathan Sean Haynes of CA; daughter, Desha�Rae Platz of WV; many aunts and cousins. Patty's life on this earthy was short. She will be terribly missed by her family and friends. Patty is no longer suffering, but resting in the loving arms of Jesus Christ, her new found Savior. Her family wishes to thank those special, caring and compassionate workers from the Halquist Memorial Hospice Center, Albuquerque Manor Care, and Zia Hospice. They made Patty�s last few months on this earth very comfortable. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 3, 2003, at 11:00 a.m., at the Faith Evangelical Free Church, Rio Rancho, NM. Interment will immediately follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made in Patty's name, to Food and Friends, 58 L. Street SE, Washington DC 20003. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, NM 87107, 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Gundrum -- William (Bill) Gundrum, 51, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, December 28, 2002. He was a member of the Westside Family Chapel. Bill was a loving father and a good friend to many. His brother, George Gundrum preceded him in death in 1990. Bill is survived by Christine Murphy Gundrum of Los Lunas; his sons, Stephen, Kaleb, and Joshua Gundrum all of Los Lunas; his daughter, Faith Gundrum of Los Lunas; his parents, George and Ivalou Hoffman Gundrum of South Amboy, New Jersey; his brother, Christopher Gundrum of Lavallette, New Jersey; his sisters, Jeannine Hogan of Brick, New Jersey, Mary Oliver of Toms River, New Jersey; and many friends. A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 1, 2003 at Riverside Funeral Home between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Fellowship located at 3384 Hwy. 47 in Los Lunas. Final services will take place later in the week in South Amboy, New Jersey, with burial to follow at Old Tennent Cemetery in Tennent, New Jersey. Pallbearers will be Stephen Gundrum, Jack McCall, Marlow Frasier, Michael McDaniel, Anthony Maez, and Michael Blatner. Local arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen, 864-4448.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Gutierrez -- Mr. Delfinio R. Gutierrez died Sunday, December 29, 2002 in Albuquerque at the age of 89. Mr. Gutierrez was a veteran of World War II and was a Pearl Harbor survivor. He was also a life member of the DAV Chapter 3. He is survived by his daughter, Eileen Gutierrez; son, Michael Gutierrez; granddaughter, Elyse Gutierrez; and sister, Ida Arias. A Rosary for Mr. Gutierrez will be recited on Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. The Funeral Mass will celebrated at 10:00 a.m. immediately following the Rosary. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Kelly -- Robert P. Kelly. The Kelly family is saddened to announce the death of Robert P. Kelly, beloved husband, father, grandfather, mentor, and friend. Bob's gifts to us have been many. His virtue and generosity, his consistency and skill, his profound love of God, wife, family, and friends--through these Bob has inspired us all. Those of us who looked to Bob as a source of strength know how his presence will be missed and how his spirit will continue to thrive in everything we do. Robert Parker Kelly was born on July 17, 1929 in Highland Park, IL to Tom and Ita Kelly. A resident of Albuquerque since 1943, Bob graduated from St. Mary's High School and attended The University of New Mexico. For over 40 years, he worked at Sandia National Laboratories, where his duties included department manager of both labor relations and security; he retired in January 1992. Bob was an avid Notre Dame football fan and an avid golfer who once won the Kelly Golf Invitational, an annual event he relished. He was a respected member of Annunciation Parish for over 40 years, where he acted as a lector, a Eucharistic Minister, and a member of both the Social Concerns Ministry and of the Companions on the Journey. The great joy of Bob's life was his large and devoted family, which includes his wife Dolly, his seven children and their spouses (Bob and Barbara Kelly; Jane and Jim Blankenship; Mike and Marianne Kelly; Pat Kelly and Lori Hunt; Brian and Julie Kelly; Dan and Suzanne Kelly; Matt and Marianthe Kelly), his fifteen grandchildren (Jennifer and husband Phil Lewis; Crystal, David, and Jonathan Kelly; Sarah, Sam, Mary, and Leah Blankenship; Meghan Kelly; Sophie, Aidan, and Catherine Kelly; Camille Kelly; Jane and Claire Kelly), and his two great-grandchildren (Arwyn and Alhana Lewis). To his wife Dolly, Bob was a loving husband and friend for over 52 years; to his children and grandchildren, he was a model of warmth and integrity; and to all who knew him, Bob Kelly was a man of intelligence, sensitivity, and fine company. Bob is also survived by his brother Jim and his wife Theresa, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Tom. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Canossian Sisters, 5625 Isleta SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105, or a charity of your choice. Mass of the Resurrection will take place on Thursday, January 2, 2003 at 8:30 A.M. at Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE, with Father Ronald L. Bruckner, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7900 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Lopez -- The family of Leoneres Lopez wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Loring -- Kathryn P. Loring, 87, a resident of Albuquerque passed away Monday. Mrs. Loring was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert E. Loring. She is survived by her daughter, Winifred K. Phelps and husband, Larry of Albuquerque, NM; two sons, Larry Loring and wife, Cindy of Albuquerque, NM and Stephen Loring also of Albuquerque, NM; her grandchildren, Vanessa Nestelroad and husband, Brad of Colorado Springs, CO, and Gilbert Burton of Oklahoma; and one great-grandchild, Liam Nestelroad. Mrs. Loring was a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be conducted Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Covenant Presbyterian Church with Reverend Dewey Johnson officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society. American Burial & Cremation Center in charge of cremation.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Lucero -- In Loving Memory of Sara Lucero September 2, 1894 - January 1, 1993Loving and kind in all her ways, upright and just to the end of her days. Sincere and true in her heart and mind, a beautiful memory she left behind. She had a nature you could not help loving. A heart that was purer than gold and those who loved Sara, her memory will never grow old. A Memorial Mass will be offered in memory of Sara, Sunday, January 26, 2003 at 10:45 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Alameda.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Sandoval -- Ben Sandoval, 61, born and raised in Jemez Springs, died on December 31, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Rosina Sandoval of Jemez Springs; two sons, Andrew Sandoval and wife Vicky and Ben Sandoval, III all of Rio Rancho; two daughters, Loretta Sandoval-Trujillo and husband, Randy of Ponderosa, NM and Leora Sandoval of Mesa, AZ. Ben is also survived by 11 grandchildren; two brothers, Oliver Sandoval of Albuquerque and Lee Sandoval and wife, Julia of Cypress, CA; sister, Marcella Garcia and husband, Ralph of Jemez Springs. He is preceded in death by his parents; one brother; and one sister. Memorial Rosary will be recited on Friday at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church in Jemez Springs. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. also at the church. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Rd. NW Ste. 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Schwab -- Elmer (Bud) Schwab, 74, resident of Albuquerque since 1958, born in Riverdale, NE died December 24, 2002. He was a loving husband, father, brother and friend. Survived by his wife of 49 years, Shirley; son, Douglas of Albuquerque; daughter, Rhonda and husband, Keith; and his two beloved grandchildren, Erika and Kellen all of Phoenix, AZ; sister, Mayme Hughes and husband; and a niece and nephew. Preceded in death by sister, Betty Jean; and his parents. Proudly served in the United States Navy. He was in the construction business for 27 years. Enjoyed fishing, bowling, gardening and woodworking. He enjoyed his life to the fullest and will be greatly missed. Cremation has taken place and burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Donations can be made to the American Heart Association or Alzheimer's Association.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003

Sharp -- Leland A."Lee" Sharp, born November 11, 1922 passed away December 5, 2002 after a long illness. A Memorial Service will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM on Friday, January 3, 2003 at 11:30 a.m. The family suggests memorial contributions be made in Lee's memory to Lovelace Hospice, 5403 Gibson Blvd., SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Smith -- Jean K. Smith 78, a resident of Yuma, Arizona for over ten years, passed away on December 28, 2002. She is a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Yuma. Her loving husband, Robert E. Smith, survives her. Also surviving her are sons, Kerry A. Frame of Salt Lake City, Utah, Kris E. Frame and wife, Virginia of Seattle, Washington; daughter, Kandy J. Frame and husband, Ted O'Connor of Los Alamos, NM; step-daughters, Terry S. FitzPatrick and husband, John of Los Alamos, NM and Stephani S. Bowman and husband, Michael of Laramie, Wyoming; aunt, Genevieve Rifley of Charlottesville, Virginia; four granddaughters, Sara A. Frame, Wendy M. Frame, Emily Bowman, Carrie B. Wolfe and husband, James; two grandsons, Robert and Benjamin FitzPatrick. Her parents; brother, Herman E. Kelch; and first husband, Roy A. Frame, preceded her in death. Jean Kelch Smith, the daughter of Roy and Ruth R. Kelch, was born on the family farm near West Liberty, Iowa on October 2, 1924. She made her home in Los Alamos, NM in 1946 and lived there for 43 years. Jeannie, a member of the United Church in Los Alamos, was an avid Bridge player, gardener, homemaker, seamstress, and loving mother. She supported scouting activities for her children, was a Cub Scout Den Mother and a Girl Scout Cookie Chairman, an active member of the Mesa Club, PTA and civic activities. Jeannie worked for Los Alamos (Scientific) National Laboratory for over 20 years, retiring in 1979. After retirement she and Bob enjoyed traveling in their RV and spent a lot of time exploring the United States. They took a wonderful trip to Great Britain, a cruise in Alaska, had a time-share they exchanged to interesting places and shared with family and friends. Jeannie will be greatly missed by her family, friends and all those she touched. Memorial Services will be held at the Yuma First Presbyterian Church on Thursday, January 2, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Memorial Services in Los Alamos, New Mexico are pending. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The American Lung Association or a charity of your choice.
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Streeter -- Ruth Cooper Streeter, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died Friday, December 27, 2002. She is survived by her niece, Julianne Pacetti and husband, Steve of Lakewood, CO; nephew, Ted Hempel and wife, Kaye of Alliance, NE; and grand-nephews, David and Daniel Hempel, both of Lincoln, NE. She was preceded in death by her sister, Eda Streeter Hempel. She was born in New Rockford, ND and spent her early years there. Miss Streeter received a B.A. from Grinnell College in Iowa, after which she aught social science and history at various high schools in Iowa, Wyoming and Colorado. She moved to New Mexico in 1946 and taught school in Alamogordo before entering the University of New Mexico law school, graduating in 1953. She was law clerk for U.S. District Judge Carl Hatch for three years. In 1957, she began her career with the U.S. Attorney�s Office and was the State�s first female prosecutor. She handled both criminal and civil cases. She served as the First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico for many years until her retirement in 1980. She was a member of the State Bar of New Mexico, the Federal District Court for the District of New Mexico, and the Tenth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. She was admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court. She was past president of the New Mexico Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and of the Albuquerque Lawyers Club. She served on the board of the University of New Mexico Law School. She appeared in Who's Who of American Women and Who�s Who of World Women. In 1993, she was honored by the University of New Mexico law school as being one of its distinguished alumnae. In 1994 she received a professionalism award from the State Bar of New Mexico as having �exemplified the epitome of professionalism throughout her distinguished legal career. She was a member and past president of the Altrusa Club of Albuquerque. She also served as Governor of District 10 of Altrusa International, and as the International By-laws Chairman. She was a member of Chapter BN of P.E.O. and of Charles Dibrell Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Marks on the Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Pl. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to UNM Foundation, School of Law, 1117 Stanford NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131-1431 or Christian Children�s Fund in memory of Ruth Streeter, 2821 Emerywood Parkway, Richmond, VA 23294-3725. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Voss -- John Voss, 53, of Albuquerque, died suddenly at his home on December 27, 2002. He was a graphic artist and a longtime resident. Preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Hermie Voss. He is survived by his friend, MaryAnn Coulter; his sisters, Judith Dorsey of Amarillo, and Jannie Bangs of Austin, TX; and many nieces and nephews. Interment was private and a Memorial is planned at a later date.
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Willis -- Robert Eugene (Bob) Willis, Sr., 89, longtime resident of Albuquerque died suddenly at home, Sunday, December 29, 2002. Mr. Willis was born December 6, 1913 in Canton, OK. He graduated from Canton High School in the 1930's and attended Central State College, Edmond, OK for a year before graduating from Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK in 1935-36. His son, Robert Jr., remembers stories of his father travelling back and forth from home to school on freight trains during the"dirty thirties" dust bowl years in Oklahoma. He later attended George Washington University Law School, Washington, DC. where he met and married Elizabeth Boone. Willis joined the Navy immediately following graduation, and attended Officer Candidate School at Cornell University. Following training, Mr. Willis served first on a tanker, and later on a hospital ship in the Pacific during World War II, and was discharged as a Lt. Commander October 19, 1945. Returning to Oklahoma after the war, Willis' only son, Robert was born in Oklahoma City in May of 1946 where Bob established a successful private practice as both a CPA and a tax attorney. They lived on Morningside SE a block west of San Mateo which was then the eastern edge of the city. Mr. Willis sold his practice in 1957 joining the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) as an auditor. The family relocated to Miamisburg, OH during 1958-69, in service to Monsanto Chemical, an AEC subcontractor. After transferring back to Albuquerque for several years, the Willis family again relocated this time to Clearwater, FL in 1966. In 1970, Mr. Willis retired from government service in Clearwater and returned to Albuquerque. His first wife, Elizabeth died in 1988 and Mr. Willis married his surviving wife, Nadeen Fritz Willis in 1990. They settled into the Tanoan community where Bob continued his lifelong love affair with golf, and they both became active in Tanoan's bridge and social activities. A founding member of the"Old Goats," Mr. Willis will long be remembered by friends, family and all who knew him, as generous, clever and good hearted to the end, with never a harsh or critical word for anyone. He is survived by his wife, Nadeen M. Willis of Albuquerque; son, Robert E. Willis Jr. and wife, Dawn of Roswell, NM; grandson, Ward Joseph Ahlen Willis of Roswell, NM; and nephew, Joseph W. Shaw also of Albuquerque. Mr. Willis is preceded in death by his first wife, Elizabeth Boone Willis. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 1500 Chelwood Park Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers will be gratefully accepted by St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Albuquerque.
        Published on: Wed January 01, 2003