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Arnold -- Neldred Arnold, a resident of Albuquerque since 1969 passed away on February 13, 2003. Mrs. Arnold was preceeded in death by her husband, Bill, and sister, Patty. Mrs. Arnold retired from Mountain State Telephone after 35 years. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Maxine Ward and Mrs. Carol Fluman. Mrs. Arnold is also survived by her six children, Palmer, Judy, Priscilla, W.R. Jr., John, and Hope Kathleen. She was the beloved grandmother of fourteen and great grandmother of nine. Memorial services will be held at Strong-Thorne Funeral Home, 1100 Coal Avenue at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2003. Finally you and daddy are together again. We love you.
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Baca -- Flora G. Baca, 90, a resident of Adelino, and recently living in Albuquerque, peacefully passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2003 in the presence of her loving family at the home of her grandchildren, Mario and Laura Sanchez in Los Lunas. Mrs. Baca was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon C. Baca; her parents, Francisco and Emilia Baca; and her two angels, Kate and Mabel Baca. She is survived by her five daughters, Mary Lou and her husband, Wes Cavenee; Patsy and her husband, Frank Apodaca; Magdalen and her husband, Frank Neel; Erlinda Baca; and Theresa and her husband, Peter Cordova; her son, Joe R. Baca; thirteen grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; one great-great grandson; her four brothers Alferes and Esmael Gallegos, Larry Jaramillo, and George Baca; and one sister, Fela Lucero. She is also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. Private Cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Tome on Tuesday, February 18 from 5:30pm - 6:00pm with a rosary following at 6:00pm. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 19 at 10:00am with Monsignor Sipio Salas. A graveside service will be held following the mass at the Tome Catholic Cemetery. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM
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Beers -- Geraldine"Jerry" Beers, age 72, of Santa Fe, NM, died on Wednesday, February 12, 2003. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Ida Ovind; brother, Kenneth Ovind; and sister, Doris Arnold. Jerry was born November 29, 1930 in North Dakota to Clarence and Ida Ovind. She married Don Beers on May 19, 1952 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Mrs. Beers retired from the State Government in 1989. She was employed by various State agencies including the Tourist Department and Gov. Jack Campbell, Attorney General David Norvell and State Auditors Albert Romero and Haroll Adams. She also was employed by the House of Representatives for over 30 years. She is survived by her husband, Don Beers; daughter, Lori Beers-Ashoo and husband, Luay; step-son, Ronald Beers; grandchildren, Amanda, Kirsten and Ryan Ashoo and Bonnie, Nicole and Shayne Beers. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Lung Association, 216 Trumen N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87108. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, 984-8600.
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Brown -- Cleo Duffield Brown, born on January 5, 1911 in Robinson, IL, daughter of Homer and Dora Smith Duffield, died Friday, January 31, 2003 in Albuquerque. She came to Erie, PA in 1916 with her grandmother. She was educated in the Erie public schools and graduated from Central High School in 1929. She graduated from Allegheny College in 1933 and worked for the Pennsylvania Department of Public Assistance in Erie from 1934 to 1940. Cleo married Attorney Roger M. Brown on April 20, 1940 and they moved to Corry, PA in 1941. Roger died in November of 1964. Mrs. Brown taught at Corry Area High School from 1962 to 1973. She retired in 1973 and moved to Erie in 1979. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Erie, as well as the A.A.U.W. Her two sons, Ronald and his wife, JoAnn from Albuquerque and Gregory and his wife, Judy from Boise, ID, survive Cleo. She has two grandsons and one granddaughter, two step-sons and one step daughter. A memorial service will be held Friday, February 21, 2003, at 1:00 p.m., at the First Methodist Church of Erie, 707 Sassafras St, Erie, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Methodist Church of Erie or the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Burke -- In Memory of Mildred Burke June 15, 1913 - February 16, 2001 It's been two years since you left us. We love and miss you very much mom. Your loving family
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Chavez -- The family of Mrs. Serafina S. Chavez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Father Rick Zerwas, San Clemente Catholic Church, for reciting the Rosary and celebrating the Funeral Mass and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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Courville -- Arita H. Courville, 93, born in Attleborough, MA, on December 21, 1909, passed on peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2003, from complications of pneumonia. Mrs. Courville was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Albert L. Courville in December 1960. She is survived by their two daughters, Audrey Ryan and Barbara Shepherd (Jim), of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Keli Watts (Ian) of Kettering, England, Patricia Birge (Scotty) of Cape Canaveral, FL and Michael Ryan of Hilliard, OH, Gregory Shepherd (Lucy) of Phoenix, AZ and Robert Shepherd (Shelly) and Duane Shepherd of Flagstaff, AZ. Also surviving are great-grandchildren, Cassandra and Rhiannon Watts, Lindsay and Daniel Birge, James Michael Ryan, Jr., Abigail and Benjamin Shepherd, Nathan Mertz, and Megan Shepherd. Services for Mrs. Courville will be conducted by The Reverend David Luckenbach at St. Mark's On-The-Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, on Saturday, February 22, 2003, at 10:30 a.m. Persons wishing to make a donation in Mrs. Courville's memory are invited to do so to the Mission and Outreach Program at St. Marks's Episcopal Church. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106
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Crespin -- Robert"Bobby" Crespin, age 63, passed away February 3, 2003. He is survived by his son Robert; sisters and brothers, Lillian Garcia, Jimmie, Rudy and wife, Debbie, Ernest, Tommie Payton and husband, Ferrell; and numerous nieces, nephews other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Memorial Communion Service will be celebrated at San Ignacio Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 19, 2003, with burial following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Dunlap -- Bonnie Rae Dunlap, 69, a resident of Albuquerque since 1972, died on Tuesday, February 11, 2003. She is survived by her sons, Bruce Dunlap and wife Jan of Watkinsville, GA, and David Dunlap of Albuquerque; grandchildren, James Rusty Dunlap of Albuquerque, Robert Robby Dunlap of GA, and Ariel Dunlap of Albuquerque. Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Robert Dunlap. During her lifetime, she enjoyed dancing to big band music, watching classic movies and TV programs. She also lived and traveled to many places during her husbands military career. Memorial services will be held on Monday, February 17, 2003 at 12:30 p.m. at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Rd. NE, with Pastor Don Wilson officiating. French Mortuary7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE823-9400
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Encinias -- The family of Mr. Eloy D. Encinias would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement and to Mrs. Marquez and Mrs. Herrera for reciting the Rosary. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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Fincke -- In loving memory of Norman E. Fincke. Born 12-21-23. Departed 2-17-02. Dad, We have struggled through the past year without you to guide us, laugh with us, share with us and be with us. The pain is still raw. It has to get easier, but we can't quite imagine it right now. It's hardly a consolation that you are free of your frail earthly body, but we are thankful for that. We love and miss you today and always, Carolynn, Ken, & Wayne
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Garcia -- Funeral Services for Mr. Alfonso (Sito) J. Garcia will be held on Monday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. A Rosary for Mr. Garcia will be recited on Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 5:00 p.m. at St. Francis Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Garcia -- The family of Mr. Feliberto ( Phil ) A. Garcia would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Vance, San Martin Catholic Church, celebrant of the Mass, to Tim Chavez and Juan Sandoval for reciting the Rosary, to Odyssey Hospice for all their kindness and care, to the staff at Los Amigos Nursing Home for all the wonderful care given to our beloved dad. and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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Greslin -- Joan S. Greslin, 87, a resident of Albuquerque for the last 20 years, passed away Friday, February 14, 2003. She is survived by her daughters, Margaret Jorgensen and husband, Ted and Donna Barnett and husband, Jack, all of Albuquerque; son, Larry Greslin and wife, Freda of Ennis, TX; grandchildren, Lence Jorgensen and wife, Brittany, Erica Forde and husband, Brian, Paige Barnett, all of Albuquerque and Jancy Hayes and husband, Jay of Waxahachie, TX; great-grandchildren, Hanna Hayes, Taylor Hayes, both of Waxahachie, TX, Brady Forde and Grace Jorgensen, both of Albuquerque; and sisters, Mary Sullivan of Sedona, AZ and Pat Dry of Grand Junction, CO. Mrs. Greslin was preceded in death by her husband, Albino Greslin; sisters, Bernice and Iris; and brother Thello. Joan spent her younger years in Belle Fouche, SD where she met and married Al, her husband of 63 years. They lived in various mining communities due to his career before settling in Red River, NM in 1946, where he became manager of the"Moly Mine". Along with her other interests, Joan worked some years in the assay office testing for the mineral content of the ore. Joan spent many years raising her family and enjoying friends in beautiful Red River. Services will be held Monday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow 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. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE #101, 87108. Mother, we will always remember"family is the most important thing". Your incredible strength and sense of humor will never be forgotten. We will miss you and always and forever love you. French Mortuary1111 University Blvd. NE843-6333
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Hoehn -- Andrew David Hoehn, age 26, died on February 13, 2003. He was born in Tucson, AZ to Thomas and Ruth Belknap Hoehn. He graduated from the University of New Mexico, Class of 2000, with a degree in Computer Science and was employed at Science Applications International. Andrew is survived by his parents, Thomas and Ruth Hoehn and a brother, Chris Hoehn, all of Albuquerque. Private Family Services will be held at a later date. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Jaramillo -- Mr. Alcario Jaramillo, 100, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 14, 2003 at home with his loving family at his side. Mr. Jaramillo is survived by eight daughters, Ricarda Sanchez, Isabel Pena and husband, Gabriel, Vangie Jaramillo, Lucy Tapia and husband, Ernest, Lia Montez and husband, Fred, Gloria Hart and husband, O. J., Nieves Gutierrez and husband, Joe, Mary Ann Lucero and husband, Jess; his brother in law, Tiodoro Gonzales of Gallup, NM ; his sister, Agripina Mares; special nephew, Juan Baca; 26 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren; 7 great great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viviana and his son, Michael. Mr. Jaramillo was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon from 2:30pm until 3:00pm in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 3:00pm by Mrs. Gabriella Nieto. Final visitation will be Monday morning from 9:30am until 10:00am in the Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00am by Father Manuel Viera. Interment will follow in the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Victor Tapia, James Montez, Eric Lucero, Joseph Gutierrez, Chris Hart and David Padilla. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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Johnson -- Marguerite Abbel Hover Johnson, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2003, while sitting in her favorite chair watching the Super Bowl with her daughter and son-in-law. Marguerite was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. Her parents, George and August Fowler came here in 1898 from St. Louis. Her father was a brewmeister for So. Western Brewery until prohibition. He became chief engineer with ABQ Ice Co. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Lynn York and her husband, Michael of Albuquerque; nieces, Jeanette Eckart of Las Vegas, NV, Doreen Jordan of Foothill Ranch, CA and Leslie Vanderham of Jerome, ID; nephews, Harry Rouckus of Albuquerque, Craig Hover of Monrovia, CA and Hal Hover of CA. She attended the Fourth Ward Elementary, Washington Jr. High and Albuquerque High Schools where she was a member of the orchestra. She graduated with honors from UNM. She was a member of Phi Kappa Phi honorary scholastic fraternity, Theta Alpha Phi, honorary history fraternity, Past President Chi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International Honorary Society, Phi Mu Social Sorority. She was a lifetime member of NEA and NMERA. She was a charter member of the natural History Museum and a member of the Tom L. Popejoy Society. Maugerite was a long-time active member of the Congregational Church where she was a past co-chairman of the Board of Deacons, on the Board of Trustees, and past President of the Women's Fellowship. Of all her activities, the ones that meant the most were those as a Brownie Scout Troop leader and sponsor of Job's Daughters Bethel #3. She taught in Albuquerque schools for more than 25 years including Albuquerque High School, Washington Jr. High and Kirtland, Wherry and Emerson Elementary Schools. She was an avid outdoors person who loved fishing, riding horseback on the mesa and camping. A memorial service will be held at Manzano del Sol Activity Room, 5201 Roma Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM on February 17, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to Manzano del Sol. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise society.
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Latini -- Mr. Fiore R. Latini, 83, born in Fabriano, Italy on October 7, 1919, passed away at home in Albuquerque, NM on Tuesday, February 11, 2003 of Alzheimer's Disease. He is survived by his wife Mildred of 56 years; his sons, Norman John and wife, Linda of San Antonio, TX and Fiore II of Albuquerque; his daughters, Teresina Arnold and husband, Rayburn of Fort Worth, TX and Ramona Biddle and husband, Anthony of Albuquerque; his grandchildren, Katherine Arnold, Patricia Carranza, Courtney Heminway, William Kiscaden, Matthew Kiscaden, Paulette Latini and Amanda Latini; his great-grandchildren, Chelsea and Caleb Carranza, Olivia and Sidney Heminway; his sister-in-law, Charlotte Dutchman Bollack; and several nieces and nephews. Fiore will be remembered as a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and a trusted friend for many people. Private Interment has taken place at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery in Albuquerque on Friday. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Presbyterian Hospice Center, 8100 Constitution NE. Suite 120, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements under the direction of American Burial & Cremation Center. American Burial & Cremation Center 700 Yale Blvd. SE. Albuq., NM 87106
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Long -- Madeline M. Long, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, passed away on February 13, 2003. She was a graduate of Ottumwa High School in Ottumwa, Iowa. Madeline worked as a secretary for the Iowa Farm Bureau President and also was employed by PNM from 1965-1982, retiring as Executive Secretary for the then President, Jerry Geist in 1982. She was active in the National Secretary Association in Iowa and New Mexico, serving as Vice President and President of the Albuquerque Chapter, in 1968 she was President of the New Mexico Division and in 1969, she was Secretary of the Year for the NSA. Madeline was a resident of La Vida Llena since July of 1997. At her request there will be no services. Interment of cremated remains will take place in Sigourney, Iowa. For further information you may contact, Kay at 301-0930. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Martinez -- Helen"Elena" Martinez, 69, a resident of Albuquerque since 1972, passed away on February 12, 2003. She is survived by her 5 sons, Jerry Martinez, Thomas Martinez and wife, Petra, Robert Martinez and wife, June, Richard Martinez and Aaron Martinez all of Albuquerque; one daughter, Laura Martinez of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild; one sister, Isabel Martinez of Albuquerque; one brother, Enoch Martinez of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Reina Martinez of Albuquerque; cousin, Juanita Rendon. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Helen is preceded in death by her husband, Victor Martinez, her parents, Silvaries and Maximiana Martinez, a brother, Leo Martinez and a sister, Consuelo Romero. Graveside service will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 2:00 pm with Reverend Jaime Quinones and Pastor Christina Berry, officiating. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Metcalf -- J.M."Jay" Metcalf died February 14, 2003 at his home in Albuquerque. He was 88 years old. J.M. was born on June 13, 1914 in Paducah, TX. He was raised in Eastern New Mexico. J.M.'s earlier education was mainly in the rural public schools of New Mexico. His education included: A.A. degree from Eastern New Mexico Junior College (now E.N.M.U.), in 1935 in Portales, NM; BA degree from New Mexico Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM, in 1939; MA degree from Colorado State University, Greeley, CO, in 1941. He obtained a second MA degree in Art Education and completed all of his coursework toward his Ed.D. from the University of Southern California, in Los Angeles, CA. J.M.'s first teaching job was at Portales Central Grade School in 1935. He taught there six years. In 1942, he was called into the U.S. Army where he served one year as First Sergeant and after completing Officers Candidate School, he rose to the rank of Captain at Fitzsimmons General Hospital in Denver, CO. He served at Fitzsimmons for four years. After this tour of duty, J.M. returned to Portales, NM and started the Art Department in the Portales High School. After four years, he was recalled into active military duty during the Korean Conflict and served two years in Japan. Upon military discharge he taught one year again in Portales High School. J.M. then moved to California where he taught at Montebello High School for five years; Burlingame School District as Art Consultant for two years; California State University in Los Angeles, CA from 1960 to 1980, where he retired with the rank of Professor Emeritus. J.M. was preceded in death by his parents, Amos and Mabel Metcalf, brother, A. Ivy Metcalf, and nephew Charles Matlock. J.M. is survived by his son, Victor Metcalf, two granddaughters, Grace and Lauren Metcalf, sister, Robie Lee Matlock; and nephews, Melvin and Edwin Metcalf. J.M. will be remembered by many loving friends and ex-students from Portales, NM and California. His out look on life was on of"helping others" in the"classroom", in"square dancing", and in"Life" in general. Viewing will be Sunday, February 16, 2003, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Memorial Service will be held Monday, February 17, 2003 at 12:00 noon in the Steed-Todd Home, 800 East Manana in Clovis, NM. Interment will follow in the family plot, in the Mission Garden of Memories, Clovis, NM. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Montano -- The family of Mr. Desiderio (Boggie) Montano 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.
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Moya -- David , age 62, passed away February 13, 2003.� He was born on, February 16, 1940 in Chilili, NM., and will be remembered as a loving Father and Brother. He was preceded in death by son, Adrian David Moya, and daughter, Loretta Moya . He is survived by children; David Jr. Moya, Shirley Saiz, Annette Moya, and Sara Jane Lovato. Father, Ramon Moya. Brothers; Trini Moya, Ruppe Moya, Pete Moya,. Sisters; Flora Moya, Dolores Mullins, Rose Martinez, and Nora Cordero, 13 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Memorial services will be held at Risen Savior Catholic Church, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE on Thursday at 10am, February 20, 2003. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th
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Nunez -- In Memory of Louie C. Nunez February 16, 1937 - February 13, 1998 Happy Birthday Love and miss you Your family, Gloria, John, and Ronnie Nunez
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Perea -- Louis V. Perea, 78, went to be with the Lord Friday, February 14, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Jane; son, Danny Perea and wife, Maggie; daughters, Nancy Martinez, Pamela Slater and husband, Robert, Janet Shainin and husband, Carl; and son, Robert Perea. He has one remaining sister, Mary Margaret (Peggy) Duran. Louis had eight grandchildren, Rebecca, Stephanie, Ted, Joseph, William, Olivia, Brian and Elise. There are also three great-grandchildren, Delaney, Jack, Seth; and numerous nieces and nephews. He served as an aircraft mechanic with the 330th Bomb Group on Guam in WWII. Louis retired from Sandia National Laboratories after thirty years of service. He enjoyed playing guitar at the 4th Street Senior Center. Louie will be remembered as a devoted brother, husband, loving father and grandfather, and a trusted friend to many people. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, February 18, 2003, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, February 19, 2003, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Church Rio Rancho, 1502 Sara Rd. SE. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Danny Perea, Ted Martinez, Joseph Martinez, William Shainin, Robert Slater and Gilbardo Avila. French Mortuary9300 Golf Course Rd.897-0300
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Richards -- Thomas D. Richards, 82, passed away February 8, 2003 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He resided in Albuquerque from 1959 to 1997 and lived in Colorado Springs for the past five years. Tom was born to Evan and Viola (Baker) Richards on August 18, 1920 in Mulvane, Kansas and graduated from Newton, Kansas High School in 1938. He was employed at the Kansas State Bank until he enlisted in the U.S. Army Finance Corps in January 1942 and retired as a Major, Finance Corps, on January 31, 1963. His career in Finance continued at the Naval Weapons Evaluation Facility, Kirtland Air Force Base as a civilian Comptroller from 1963 to 1987 when he retired. Fran, his wife of 52 years, preceded him in death in 1997. He is survived by his son, Colonel (Ret.) J. W. Richards and wife Susan; their four daughters, Sara, Lauren, Janice, and Julie all of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter, Rita Rae Busch and husband, Richard and their three children, James and twins David and Maddy of Phoenix, AZ; sister, Gwen Phillips and husband, John of Newton, KS; and one niece and nephew. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, February 18, 2003 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Private graveside services will take place on the following day at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners' Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 8410, 87198 or a charity of your choice. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Tafoya -- Alice Montoya-Tafoya June 30 - February 16, 1999 In Loving Memory
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Tatom -- Theresa Carlton Tatom, 96, died Tuesday, February 11, 2003 in Albuquerque. Her cheerful personality brightened the lives of every one who knew her and she will be sorely missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.L. Tatom; her twin sister, Thirza Carlton Lewis. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Jane Wilson; son-in-law, David Wilson; grandchildren, Randall Wilson, Kathleen Owsley, Barbara Ruiz and Cynthia Glos; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. Mrs. Tatom and her husband came to Albuquerque for his health in 1932. She was secretary to the president of the Charles Ilfeld Company for many years. During WWII, she edited the CICo analyst, a newsletter for company employees, primarily those who had joined the Armed Services. Later, she was a legal secretary for attorneys Atkinson and Hernandez. She was a member of the Pythian Sisters and Central Methodist Church. Cremation has taken place and interment will be at Shawnee, Oklahoma.
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Telles -- Albert P. Telles, 82, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Josephine; his three children, Phyllis Torres of Albuquerque; Kathleen Swisstack and husband, Tom Swisstack of Rio Rancho and Bert Telles of San Diego, Calif.; two grandchildren, Anna Marie Dykeman and husband, Kenny Dykeman; and James Martinez; and one great-grandson, Maximillian Telles Dykeman. Albert was born May 1, 1920 in Bent, NM, and graduated from Tularosa High School. He entered the Army Air Corps in 1942 and, during flight training in Denton, Texas, endured a plane crash just prior to earning his pilot's wings. However, he never let his injuries slow him down. After a 15-month hospital recovery, Albert began work with the Internal Revenue Service in Albuquerque and began his studies at the University of Albuquerque. He married Josephine shortly after on April 21, 1946, and they enjoyed 57 years of marriage. Albert worked for the Internal Revenue Service in various capacities for 34 years, retiring in 1977 as head of the Audit Division. Following his retirement, he devoted his time to his family: coaching baseball and supporting his grandchildren's sports teams and activities, practicing his handyman and landscaping skills, fishing and hunting during his leisure. Albert is remembered as a loving, respected and devoted family man, and he will be dearly missed. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, February 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd. NE. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Montoya, Sr., Eric Baca, Ben Maestas, Louie Montoya, Charlie Romero, and Bert Lovato. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be sent to the Alzheimer�s Foundation, 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Suite 102, 87110. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Torres -- Beatrice G. Torres, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, February 15, 2003, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 53 years, John W. Sheffield; sons, Margo"Mark" Torres and wife, Marcella, and Gary Torres; grandchildren, Randy Torres and wife, Kim, Leeann Torres, and Kimberly Torres; great-grandchildren, Dominique, Briana, Joseph and Andrea; and sister, Rose Padilla and husband, Lee. Beatrice was a member of the St. Charles Parish. A rosary will be recited on Wednesday, February 19, 2003, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 20, 2003, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, from 6:00 p.m. to time of rosary. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. French Mortuary1111 University Blvd. NE843-6333
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Torres -- The family of Mrs. Armentaria (Menty) Torres would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Deacon Manuel Facio for reciting the Rosary and officiating the Graveside Blessing. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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Weis -- 1948-2003 Sharon Marie Weis, 54, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away in her home on February 13, 2003. She is survived by her son Shannon Weis and his wife Heather of Rio Rancho, her daughter Rachelle Perea and her husband Bobby of Los Lunas, her grandchildren Julian and Dalton Perea, her brother Sonny Schaber of Minnesota, and her sister Linda Polsley of Nebraska. Sharon worked for the Los Lunas School System for over fifteen years. She first began as a substitute teacher, and then later became a teacher's aide for the Special Education Department. She was loved dearly by her family, and by many in the community, and will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held on Monday February 17, 2003 at 3:30 PM at the Los Lunas Elementary School located at 800 Coronado St, off Los Lentes Rd. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen.
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Wiebe -- Ida W. Wiebe, 89, passed away in Albuquerque after along illness. Burial has taken place with her husband at Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family would like to thank Francisco and Lillian Medina of Deluxe Senior Care; granddaughter, Carrie Lindquist; Hazel Chavez; and Zia Hospice for taking care of grandma. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
        Published on: Sun February 16, 2003

Wolff -- The family of Juliette Wolff thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be greatly remembered and deeply appreciated. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
        Published on: Sun February 16, 2003

Wood -- Bret Wood, 48, a resident of Corrales, NM for 43 years, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2003. Bret is survived by his wife Nancy wood; son, Travis Wood; and daughter, Chelsey Wood, all of Corrales. Bret was a technician at Galles-Davis Motors for many years. Bret will be missed dearly by his colleagues, friends, and most of all by his family. Cremation has taken place. A memorial gathering will be forthcoming in the weeks to come. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
        Published on: Sun February 16, 2003

Wright -- Lenn Wright, 89, a lifelong resident of New Mexico and Albuquerque since 1931, died Thursday, February 13, 2003. He is survived by his son, Lenn Douglas Wright and wife, Barbara; daughter, Koelle Utterback, all of Albuquerque; and grandchildren, Marchelle L. Gillan and husband, Al of Roy, UT, Brian W. Robinson of Denver, CO, Charles T. Asbury and wife, Kimberly of Albuquerque, and Heather E. Spring and husband, Jeremy of Clarksville, TN. He was preceded in death by his wife, Francelle G. Wright. Lenn was a veteran of WWII and Vietnam. Services will be held Tuesday, 12:00 noon, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Troy Robinson officiating. Interment will be at 3:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE #10, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary1111 University Blvd. NE843-6333
        Published on: Sun February 16, 2003