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Barbone -- Felice F. (Doc) Barbone, 79, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, January 15, 2003. He peacefully past away in the privacy of his home of 23 years with his loving family. He was born in Middletown, New York and was a Veteran of WWII. He was employed by EG&G for 30 years. Doc was on the board of directors for the lung association for nine years. He was very passionate about his Italian cooking; he also enjoyed performing on the stage and appeared in the first production at Popejoy Hall in 1963 and many other musical theater South West Productions. He had a magnificent love for opera. Doc is survived by his first wife, Mary Barbone; and his second wife, Marlys Barbone; his sons, Joseph Barbone and wife, Rosalie and their son, Sean; David Goers and his wife, Lori and grandchildren, Georgia and Austin; Kenneth Goers and wife, Loreen and grandchildren, Kendra, Kenneth and Sonny; daughters, Terri Holland and grandchild, Ben, Deborah Dillon and husband, Mike, and grandchildren, Joshua, Andrew, Blake, and Scott, Mellanie Oeser and husband, Joe; Kristine Johnson and grandchild, Lindsay; Georgia Rivera and husband, Rudy and grandchild, Addison; Corrine Illidge and husband, Joe and grandchildren, Joey, Nathan, and Paige, and daughter, Melissa Rowe. The Visitation for family and friends will be on Monday, January 20, 2003 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with the Service on Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary with Rev. Dr. Russell C. Lee officiating. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Joe Barbone, Rudy Rivera, Mike Johnson, Mike Dillon, Kenneth Goers, and Joseph Illidge. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary 4310 Sara RD. 892-9920
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Baum -- Neal Patrick Baum, died Tuesday, January 14, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Martha; sons, George and fiance, Denise, Spencer and wife, Julie; brother, Carl; mother, Mabel; in-laws, Jeannette Bush, Lois and Keith Dahlberg, Edna and Conrad Mirizio, Burton and Margie Coleman and Dottie and Henry Kreutzer. Born in Pennsylvania in 1942, Neal grew up in Syracuse, New York where he met and married Martha Coleman. After receiving his BS in physics from LeMoyne College, and his MS and PhD in solid state physics from Syracuse University in 1971, he and Martha moved to Albuquerque where they remained and raised a family. For the past 31 years, first at UNM, and later for Applied Research Associates, Inc., Neal specialized in the development of instrumentation for measurement of explosive detonation and high velocity impact. He finished his career as a principal scientist for Applied Research Associates where he directed the instrumentation effort of the Shock Physics Group. He was noted throughout the U.S. Departments of Defense and Energy for his work. In 2002, Neal received a fellowship with the Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society, acknowledging his scientific achievement as recognized by his peers. Beyond the scientific endeavors of his career, Neal was passionate about all the pursuits of the mind. He enthusiastically supported scientific education in his community, volunteering for years as a judge in the New Mexico Northwestern Regional Science and Engineering Fair. He particularly loved history, literature, and art. He leaves behind an art collection gathered from around the world, and cases of the books he read fill his home. But more than all of this, Neal was deeply cherished as a father, husband, and son. An honest, gentle, and above all, caring man, Neal greatly affected the lives of those around him with his sincerity and kindness. He will be missed. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 1818 Coal SE, with Father Robert Chabot, SSS and Father Joseph Thai Tran, SSS, Celebrants. Pallbearers will be George P. Baum, Spencer E. Baum, Carl E. Baum, C.D. Noble and Jess Martinez. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Neal Baum's name to the Northwestern New Mexico Regional Science and Engineering Fair, University of New Mexico, Onate Hall, Albuquerque, NM 87131. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Danclovic -- Joseph Danclovic, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1955, passed away on January 16, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Roeine Danclovic of Albuquerque; three sons, Paul Danclovic, Charles Danclovic and wife, Bernadette and Bill Danclovic all of Albuquerque; three grandchildren; and one brother, Paul Danclovic of Tucson, AZ. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW
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Dehart -- Timothy Blaine Dehart. Loriann Dehart regretfully announces that her beloved husband, Tim, died of a brain aneurysm on January 16, 2003 at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque. Tim was born in Albuquerque, NM. July 1, 1962. He lived, loved and worked in the Jemez Mountains. His wife of 22 years, Loriann, and his children, Kimberly Ann Dehart and fiance, Lawrence Gutierrez of Bernalillo and Shane Clinton Dehart and Misty Dehart of Jemez Springs; and granddaughter, Shantay Alexis Merl Dehart Gutierrez survive him. His father, Merlin Dehart; and his great-grandmother, Granny Faye Reynolds preceded him in death. He is also survived by his mother, Darla McCary of Bernalillo; and brothers, Ed Dehart of Santa Fe and Robert Gross Jr. and wife, Darce of Algodones; grandparents, Laverne and Leroy Domingue of Sulphur, LA.; mother and father-in-law, Nick and Annie Lucero of Bernalillo; and sisters-in-law, Renee Valdez and husband, Rob, Arlene and husband, Wilbert Bruce; brother-in-law, Martin Archibeque and wife, Sandra all of Bernalillo. He leaves behind many special aunts, uncles and nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Bernalillo on Monday, January 20, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. Bishop Brent Fewox officiating. Cremation has taken place. Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW.
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Devries -- Jeanette S. DeVries died at her home on January 12, 2003 at 72 years of age. Jeanette is survived by her children, Jennifer, Karen, and Clark Omholt; and her four grandchildren, Elise and Lexi Omholt, Zachary Roberts, and Sasha Omholt, all of Marin County, California. She is also survived by her brother, Fred Selby, of New York City. Jeanette spent her early childhood in Baden-Baden, Germany, and moved to the U.S. at age eight. Her family settled in the Philadelphia area, and she later went on to earn a Bachelors degree in Journalism from the University of Pennsylvania. In 1953, she married Ray Omholt, with whom she raised a family. In 1975, she married Ralph DeVries, and moved to Kennett Sq., PA. Jeanette was an avid horticulturist, and served as a garden guide at Longwood Gardens and the Winterthur Museum. Jeanette and Ralph, who passed away in 2002, moved to Albuquerque in 1994. He was active with the First Unitarian Church of Albuquerque and the Newcomers Club. She cherished a good game of tennis and walks in the Sandia mountains. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and a dear friend to many. A Memorial Service celebrating Jeanettes life will be held at 3:00 on Sunday Jan. 19 at the First Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, (505) 884-1801. Jeanette's family requests that any memorial donations be made to the First Unitarian Church in her name.
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Donley -- Buster Donley, 63, of Johnstown, CO died on January 16. He had suffered from cancer the last two and a half years. He was born December 11, 1939 in Albuquerque, NM. He married Cecilia Sanchez on April 26, 1958. They have four children, Debbie, Donna, Dianne, and David; and three sons-in-law, Dale Hartman, Rich Lanham and Bob Charles; and eight grandchildren, Jamie and Jordan Hartman, Ashley, Cody, Bodan and Oakley Lanham and Robert and Ryan Charles. Buster was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Nell Donley; his sister, Marilyn Simons; his brothers, Ken and Don Donley. Buster loved fishing, hunting, boating, bowling, sports, and most of all being with his family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, January 20, 2003 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 809 Charlotte, Johnstown, CO. Memorial gifts may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Northern Colorado, 2726 West 11th. Street Road, Greeley, CO 80634 or to The Children's Hospital, 1056 East 19th Avenue, Denver, CO 80218.
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Furry -- Robert H. Furry passed away January 13, 2003. He was born on June 26, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana and was the beloved son of Paul Sheldon and Doris M. Furry, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughters; Judy Holt of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Donna Giboney of Phoenix, AZ, Susan McGinnis of Huntington Beach, CA; son, Robert of Phoenix, AZ; seven grandchildren, the oldest of which is Doug Holt, a Firstie at West Point Military Academy; sisters, Betty J. Lanphere of Santa Fe, NM, Linda Ferreri of Woodstock, Maryland; brother, Garry Furry of Rio Vista, CA. Mr. Furry was a long-time radio and TV announcer and recently retired from KOAT-TV in Albuquerque. He was also the pre and post-game announcer for the Oakland Raiders National Football League team at radio station KNBR in San Francisco for several years. Mr. Furry was also the former Governor of the Southwest Region of the Optimist Club for several years; past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, Kennedy Council #5729, a Fourth Degree member of Sangre de Cristo Assembly #2324; and past president AOH, Division One. A Rosary will be recited at John XXIII Catholic Church, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr NE on Monday evening January 20, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. and a Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at John XXIII Catholic Church.
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Gallegos -- Bessie U. Gallegos-Jaramillo, 64, a longtime resident of Los Lunas, NM, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2003. She was a member of San Clemente Catholic Church. She was known for always helping anyone in need and her children and grandchildren were the love and passion of her life. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Margarito Gallegos, Sr. in 1979 and one brother, Peter Morales in 1996. Bessie is survived by her six loving children, Danny Gallegos and his wife, Margaret of Belen, NM; Patricia Jaramillo and her husband, Jeff of Los Lunas, NM; Frank Gallegos and his wife, Norma of Tome, NM; John Gallegos of Belen; Margarito Gallegos, Jr. of Belen; and Christine Gutierrez of Albuquerque, NM; eleven grandchildren, Cecilia; Jeri; Stephanie; Joanna; Jaret; Amanda; Aaron; Francine; John; Justin; and Marcus; one great-grandson, Gavin; her mother, Sadie Noriega; one sister, Lorraine Velasco of Albuquerque; five brothers, Max Morales of CA; Joe Morales and his wife, Emma of Belen; Johnny Morales and his wife, Chona of CA, Charles Aguilar and his wife, Delia of Kansas City, KA; and Stanley Aguilar of Tacoma, WA. She is also survived by her loving nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends. All services will be held at San Clemente Catholic Church. A Visitation will be held on Friday, January 17, 2003 at 4:30 p.m. with a Rosary following at 5:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Private interment will take place at a later date. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM 87002.
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Hulbert -- Helen Louise Conkle Hulbert, 88, A curious, spirited, lifelong learner and teacher born on October 10, 1914 in Bucyrus, Ohio, Helen was the first of three children of Violet Fitzer and Chester Conkle. A longtime resident of Kent-Ravenna, Ohio, and Key West, Florida, Helen Hulbert died peacefully on January 11, 2003 in Albuquerque, where she had been a resident since 2000. For the preceding 28 years Helen lived in Key West. She was active in several conservation, botanical, and arts and historical societies, the American Association of University Women, Help-Line, the Army-Navy Eye Clinic, Friends of the Library, and, was a Founding Member of the Tennessee Williams Performing Arts Center. Helen started her career as a dietitian at Robinson Memorial Hospital, returned to school and became the Librarian at Ravenna High School. In 1968 she became Supervisor of Cleveland Public School Libraries where she remained until retirement in 1974. Mrs. Hulbert earned Bachelor of Science (1938) and Master of Library Science (1954) degrees at Kent State University. She was a member of Alpha Phi Sorority and of Coterie. While doing doctoral work in Education she taught Library Science. Married to fellow KSU student Kenneth"Speed" Hudson Hulbert in 1937, they raised three children, teachers all: John"Zoomer" (Jean, Albuquerque), Margaret Kate (Lyn Relph, Douglas City, California), and Mary Louise Holly (Michael Lee, Kent, Ohio). Kenneth, a tool manufacturer's representative of Hipkiss & Hulbert Inc., died in 1974. Helen grew up in a musical family, loved the arts, reading (especially murder mysteries), sports, gardens, and travel. She led an active life and swam ten laps a day until three years ago. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in Ravenna, later the United Church of Christ in Kent, and the First Congregational Church in Key West, Florida. Memorials may be made to the Nature Conservancy (4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203; include tribute number 2235844), or the Kent Free Library Foundation (312 West Main Street, Kent, OH 44240), or to the Alzheimer's Association (1815 West Market Street, Suite 301, Akron, OH 44313). At Helen's request, there will be no calling hours or public service. October 10, 1914 - January 11, 2003
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Larson -- Dennis Wayne Larson, 41, beloved son and brother passed away unexpectedly in his sleep and went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2003 in Albuquerque. He was born April 28, 1961 in Albuquerque and attended Sandia High School and the University of NM. He served his country as a medic in the US Army. Dennis was preceded in death by his sister, Lois Jean Larson, who passed away February 16, 1999 and his identical twin brother, Douglas Duane Larson, who passed away March 17, 1999 both in Albuquerque. He is survived by his parents, Don and Elnora Larson of Albuquerque; grandmother, Bertha Bowers of Kingman, AZ; sister, Nicole Sessions of Salt Lake City, UT; brothers, David Larson of Tucson, AZ and Shawn Larson and his wife, Jennifer of Las Vegas, NM; nephew, Timothy Alan Martellini of Albuquerque; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. His great joys in life were music and home video games. Dennis grew up in Faith Chapel, 1726 Girard Blvd. NE, Albuquerque where a Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 20, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Martinez -- Juan Orlando Martinez, age 72, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother was welcomed into the arms of the Lord, Friday, January 17, 2003, while surrounded by his loving family. Juan was born in San Ysidro, NM to the late Federico and Delfina Martinez. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Navy, who retired after 23 years of service. He was preceded in death by a son, David Randall Martinez; four brothers, Salvador, Patrick, Anselmo, and Delbert Martinez; and one sister, Unella Martinez. Juan is survived by his loving wife, Sophie Armijo-Martinez of the family home; his children, Jodie Martinez of Albuquerque, Donna Fragua, Joseph Chavez and wife, Janelle, and Christopher Chavez all of Sandia Pueblo; his precious grandchildren, Juan, Sara, Alex, Timothy and Frosty; one great-grandson, Solomon. Also surviving are four sisters, Marcella Brownson, Mary Lou Sierra and husband, Filomeno, Dolores Paredes, Roberta Hernandez and husband, Mario; three brothers, Emilio G. Martinez, Eugene Martinez, Gary Martinez and wife, Mary; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Juan will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who knew and loved him. Visitations will be Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Sunday at 6:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Funeral Services will be conducted Monday at 9:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Christopher Chavez, Joseph Chavez, Michael Martinez, Fredrick Martinez, Gary Martinez, Filomeno Sierra, Mark Garson, and Eugene Martinez. Honorary bearers will be Kasara Martinez, Jerry Holmes, Alfred Armijo, Robert Finley, Alejandro Sierra, Timothy Chavez Franklin Brownson, and Jacob Martinez. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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Padilla -- Libby G. Padilla, 91, died January 14, 2003, in Estancia. She is survived by her son, Lee Padilla and wife, Patricia; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; five sisters; and many other loving family members. Her husband, Nick Padilla preceded her in death in 1999. Also preceding her in death were her sons, Leo and Luis Padilla; daughter, Rosie Sisneros; and grandson, Lee Nick Padilla. Mrs. Padilla was a loving wife and mother who was a great cook and enjoyed being a homemaker for her family. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE, on Friday, January 17, 2003 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Private entombment will follow on Saturday at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Petty -- Leonard"Jack" Petty, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Thursday, January 16, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Anna B. Petty; daughters, Melodie Petty and Pamela Petty, all of Albuquerque; brother, Kenneth Petty of Hamilton, IL; and sisters, Isabel Starbuck of Louiseville, KY and Deanna Mershon of Carthage, IL. Jack was a member of the Teamster's Union 492. He drove for Navajo and ABF Trucking Companies. Jack was an avid gardener and enjoyed horse racing. Services will be held Monday, January 20, 1:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE, #10, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Reese -- John H. Reese, born May 11, 1908 in Cleveland, Ohio, died on January 15, 2003, at the age of 94, after a long illness. He moved from Ohio to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1948 with his wife, Margaret and their three daughters. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret, their daughter, Shirley Case; son in-law, Ben Case, and the husband of one of his granddaughters, Glenn Turner. John is survived by his daughters, Margaret Morrison and husband, David, Jean Thomas and husband, Dave; eight grandsons; three granddaughters; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his second wife, Marguerite. He is survived by her son Graham Teschke; her daughter, Linda Crooke and husband, Ray; six step-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren. He is survived by a number of special longtime friends, as well. After retiring from Western Electric and AT & T, John worked for Bechtel in Lagos, Nigeria. He enjoyed fishing with his friends and family, gardening, traveling, and tinkering in the garage on one of his many projects. Visitation will be on Friday January 17, 2003 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Services will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2003, at 2:00 p.m., in the Palm Chapel at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, with graveside services to follow at Fairview Memorial Park 700 Yale Blvd SE. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Kerry Rhodes, Gene Rhodes, David Thomas, Jon Thomas, Brett Thomas, and Clayton Thomas. The family would like to thank the employees of Manor Care-Camino Vista, for the care and compassion given to John while in their care, and also his loyal and devoted friends. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE or a charity of your choice. Strong-Thorne Mortuary was entrusted to the care of John.
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Roberts -- Rodney Roberts, 68, died Thursday, January 16, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Joan Roberts; daughter, Cheryl Alison and partner, Sandy Miller; sons, Eric Roberts and wife, Patricia and Kirk Roberts and wife, Renate; and seven grandchildren. Rodney served as a pastor in the United Methodist Church in New Mexico and West Texas for 37 years. Friends may visit the family at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Saturday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Memorial Services are pending at Asbury United Methodist Church in Albuquerque. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacramento Methodist Assembly Foundation, P.O. Box 8, Sacramento, NM 88347. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Scivier -- William Scivier, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Thursday, January 16, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Amelia Scivier of Albuquerque; children, Sheridan Fuss and wife, Sondra, Joyce Forney and husband, Larry and Ronald Fuss and wife, Patricia, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Thomas Munsey and wife, Christine, David Fuss and wife, Robin, Lisa Fuss, Brenda Detmer and husband, Todd, Alan Fuss and wife, Elizabeth and Scott Forney; great-grandchildren, Dylan, Connor and Hunter; brother, Robert Scivier and wife, Kath; and sister, Eve Howard-Jones, all of England. Mr. Scivier was born in England. He served with the Royal Air Force before moving to Albuquerque. Mr. Scivier worked with Safeway Stores as a manager for 30 years. After retiring, he did volunteer work with Lovelace Hospital for 20 years. Services will be held Saturday, January 18, 2003, at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor C. B. Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Alan Fuss, Lisa Fuss, Brenda Detmer, David Fuss, Scott Forney, and Tom Munsey. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Simmons -- Jarrod Taylor Simmons, In loving memory, born October 8, 1933 in Pleasant Valley, Oklahoma and passed away January 16, 2003 in Edgewood, New Mexico. Jarrod attended high school at Los Alamos High, graduated from the University of New Mexico with a dual degree in Math and History and received his Masters Degree from the University of Massachusetts at Cambridge in Computer Science. Jarrod chose to use his education to teach others and started his teaching career at Manzano High School in Albuquerque, New Mexico. After moving to Oregon in 1969 with his wife, Delores and their children, Jarrod began teaching at Chemawa Indian School in Salem, Oregon where he later became principal. Jarrod finished his teaching career at West Mesa High School in Albuquerque in 1995. Through his teaching, Jarrod touched hundreds of students with his encouragement, support and confidence to succeed. After retirement, Jarrod moved to Edgewood with his wife, Rita-Loy where they settled into a life he loved raising cows and touching the lives of those in Edgewood and Escobosa. Jarrod is survived by his wife, Rita-Loy; her three children; his brother, James Simmons and family; his five daughters, Kierstie Simmons-Kraemer, Kim Simmons, Kendle Simmons-Garcia, Kari Macdonald and Karyl Guthery; niece, Vicki Dunagan and family; eight grandchildren; four cows; two horses; a bulldozer and a tractor. Jarrod also leaves behind a wealth of friends and acquaintances that will cherish his memory forever. A private gathering will be held for friends and family. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to a cancer charity of choice.
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Tafoya -- A final visitation for Mr. Samuel Tafoya Sr. will be Saturday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Robert Landcaster. Cremation to follow. A Committal Service of the cremains will take place on Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. with Military Honors by the D.A.V. Chapter #13. Pallbearers will be, Neno Segura, Pat Sena, Andy Tafoya, Timothy Tafoya, Juan Tafoya and Robert Houston. Honorary pallbearers will be, Troy Ulibarri, Sam Tafoya, Anthony Segura, Albert Gurule, Joseph Sena and Mark Tafoya. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements. 243-7861.
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Tull -- Wilfred O. "Coach" Tull, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1977 passed away peacefully in his home after a long battle with cancer. Coach Tull died in the presence of his wife and daughter on Tuesday January 7th, 2003. He was born in Trinidad & Tobago on October 5, 1916. Coach Tull retired from the United Nations in 1976 where he worked for 20 years. As an Olympian, husband, father, grandfather, friend and coach, he will be missed by the many whose lives he touched. As an Olympian he was the first athlete to represent Trinidad & Tobago at the XIV Olympics in London, England, in 1948. As a husband he truly was the head of the household. As a father he was a disciplinarian and provided us with the tools to be independent, and instilled in us a work ethic to always be the best. As a grandfather he wanted the very best for his grandchildren and was always there for them. As a friend he was supportive of those who needed his time and energy. As a coach he worked hard to bring out the very best in each of his athletes. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Monica; his sons, Julien Tull; Wesley Foster; Robert Foster; Wilfred Tull, Jr.; Wendell Tull and wife, Angela; and his only daughter, Hazel Tull-Leach and husband, Ken, as well as grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, January 18th at 1:30 p.m., at St. John¯s Episcopal Cathedral, 318 Silver Ave. SW, with The Rev. Gary Meade officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wilfred ¯Coach¯ Tull Memorial Fund, Albuquerque Community Foundation, P.O. Box 36960, Albuquerque, NM 87176-6960. The fund will benefit student-athletes who are participating in track & field at the collegiate level.
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Warrick -- Darl"Jack" Kenneth Warrick, 84, a resident of Albuquerque for over 50 years, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2003, surrounded by family. He was born to William R. and Bertha May Warrick on April 21, 1918 in Decatur County, IA. He is survived by his son, Robert L. Warrick and wife, Donna; his daughter, Darla K. Gleason and husband, Earl; close friend, Jean Platt; niece, Shari Garcia and husband, Abe; eight grandchildren, Barbara D. Harris, Debbie E. Campagnola, Robert G. Warrick, Gary N. Harper and wife, Estelle, Kenneth W. Harper and wife, Mary Lou, Tim E. Gleason and wife, Christine, Mike S. Gleason and wife, Lisa, and Roy Lee Harper; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Elda ¯Jerry¯ Virginia; grandson, Joey; his brother, Carl; his sister, Phyllis; and his parents. Jack¯ served in WWII with an extended stay in Frankfurt, Germany, preparing dossiers for the Nuremberg trials. Upon his return to civilian life in 1946, he worked as a heavy equipment operator, was a distinguished charter member of the 188th Fighter Interceptors Squadron New Mexico Air National Guard, member of the EAA; and later retired from Kirtland Air Force Base in 1979 as Superintendent in Civil Engineers. ¯Jack¯ loved to fly; he, ¯Jerry¯ and their dog, Taffy, piloted their Cessna from one end of the continental United States to the other. He also enjoyed traveling throughout the North American Continent via his 32¯ RV and was a member of the Good Sam¯s Tumbleweeds of Albuquerque Club. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Services will be held Monday, January 20, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, January 19, 2003, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Wider -- Our cherished father and husband, Henry"Hank" Wider, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, passed away on January 15, 2003 after a brief but vigorous struggle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Mary Cunningham, whom he married on December 24, 1950; daughter, Susan and partner, Bill Junor of Santa Fe; and daughter, Sarah Ann and husband, Bruce Ward; and granddaughter, Faith of Hamilton, New York; and his nieces and nephews. Hank was preceded in death by three brothers; and three sisters. Born in Columbus, OH, Hank graduated from East High School and toured with the Ethel Barrymore show. Because of the horse unit, he joined the Ohio National Guard upon his return to Ohio in the late 1930's, and when called into active duty, became a member of the 16th Cavalry, advancing rapidly and becoming the youngest first sergeant of that time. He attended Officers Training School at Fort Riley, Kansas and saw active duty in France and Germany. After World War II, Hank attended Ohio State University where he received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 1951. While completing his degree, he was called back into active duty and taught for their ROTC program. Before moving to New Mexico, he worked for Patterson Kelly and with his sister, Ann, for Avlon Inc. in Stroudsburg, PA. In 1956, he joined Bell Trading Post in Albuquerque guiding the company through many developments in the next 25 years. A lifelong supporter and lover of the arts, he enjoyed both drawing and writing. Music filled his head, and he gave the precious gift of music to his two daughters. As he recently remarked, the house didn't seem like home without their music in it. He enjoyed attending concerts with his family and served on the boards of several arts organizations. One of his proudest accomplishments as President of the June Music Festival Board was making tickets available to members of the Albuquerque Youth Symphony. He also headed the vigorous fund-raising efforts of the Sandia High School Orchestra in 1976; the success of that effort took 30 young people to Europe for three weeks of travel and music making. In recent years, he enjoyed telling a few tall tales with friends at Bear Canyon Senior Center. Undaunted by the frustrations of the computer age, he took computer classes and kept his daughters' e-mail full of messages. An enthusiastic golfer, he also welcomed the friendship of the links. And his best success of any day was making his beloved wife laugh. A man with a gift for making people feel good, he was always ready with the witty remark, a love of word play he passed on to his daughters and granddaughter. Some of his happiest hours were spent with his granddaughter. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to the U.S. Cavalry Association P.O. Box 2325 Fort Riley, Kansas 66442-0325 (913-784-5797). Private Graveside Services will take place at the Surry Cemetery in Maine at a later date. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives. 323-9000.
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Woods -- Imogene D. Woods, 79, a 15-year resident of Los Lunas, NM and formerly of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2003. Please contact Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM for service times at (505) 864-8501
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