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Bryant -- Mary Eleanor Lynch Gilbert Bryant"Tia Ellie", born February 15, 1902 in Pontiac, Michigan, to Thomas and Margaret Jane Mayze Lynch, passed away February 17, 2003. Eleanor attended school in a one-room schoolhouse in Oakland County, Michigan, until moving to Albuquerque with her family in 1910. Eleanor attended St. Mary's School and St. Vincent Academy, graduating in 1918. She attended the Albuquerque Business College and UNM before accepting a position with the First National Bank. After 15 years, Eleanor was employed with the NM Credit Corporation, and later with the U.S. Forest Service, Southwest Region, until her retirement. Eleanor was blessed with two happy marriages, J. A. (Tony) Gilbert in 1931, an Albuquerque City Commissioner. Tony died in 1960. Her second marriage was to Robert E. Bryant, who died in 1980. Eleanor, a violinist, was a member of the Albuquerque Symphony Orchestra, and was a volunteer at St. Joseph Hospital. Eleanor was pre-deceased by her parents; sister, Esther Lynch DeRochie in 1964; and her brother, Frances M. Lynch, in 1994. Eleanor leaves behind her nephew, Thomas M. DeRochie, Grover, CA; niece-in-law, Elizabeth Fanning DeRochie, Albuquerque; grandniece, Theresa Almaraz and wife, Caryn; son, Randy; and daughter, Sarah, Tijeras, NM; stepson, Jack Bryant, Buelah, CO; Jack's children, Rebecca and Jennifer; her main caretaker, Donnie Farshee; and countless friends and family members throughout the country. Viewing and Visitation will be held, Thursday, February 20, 2003 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 21, 2003 at Our Lady of Fatima Church 4020 Lomas Blvd NE. with Fr. Frances X. Eggert, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Saint Vincent de Paul Society at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel Ave, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122, in order to alleviate the suffering of the poor. This was always a concern of Eleanor. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110
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Butler -- Barbara J. Butler, age 72, an Albuquerque resident since 1967 died February 14, 2003. Survivors include her husband, Paul Butler; daughters, Grace Whiteman and husband, Christopher of NE; Ashleigh Candelaria, Darcy Candelaria; son, Michael Butler and wife, Kathy all of Albuquerque; sister, Peggy Byrd of NJ; brother, John D'Arcy of NV; grandchildren, David Vickery, Michael Butler, Jessica Whiteman, Matthew Butler and Stephanie Whiteman; great-granddaughter, Samantha Vickery. Barbara is preceded in death by sons, Peter and David; daughter, Alison. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 19, 2003 in the Chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors with Rev. Myron White officiating. Mrs. Butler will be taken to Pacasset Hills Cemetery in North Tiverton, Rhode Island for interment. If desired, memorial contributions may be made First Presbyterian Church Youth Group 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110
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Chavez -- A Visitation for Mr. Estanislado (Tommy) Chavez Sr. will be Wednesday morning from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW with a Funeral Service to be held at 11:00 a.m. by Pastor Ken Moore. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary with Military Honors. Pallbearers will be, Tom J. Chavez Jr., Rudy Ramirez, Adam Ramirez, Michael Romero, Manuel Romero, Raymond Nevarez and Dennis Marquez. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 OLD COORS RD. SW 243-7861
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Chavez -- David Chavez, 86, a lifelong resident of Alameda, NM, passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving family on February 16, 2003. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, farmer, sheepherder, and wine maker. David was a self-educated man, creative thinker, talented artist, and lover of nature, life and animals. He valued education, hard work and learning and instilled these values in his children. He would often say,"It's better to work with your head than your hands","An education is something that can never be taken away from you" or"You can achieve anything you want if you work hard enough." David retired after 37 years as a Supervisor for the US Postal Service. He is a survivor of the Bataan Death March, ex-Prisoner of War, and highly decorated soldier for his bravery and heroism in World War II. His numerous military awards included the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Presidential Citation. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Libby Chavez, preceded in death by siblings, Annie Sena, Lucy Salas, Clory Martinez, Frank, Solomon, Max, and Richard Chavez; surviving siblings, Vivian, Nester, Charlotte and Eulialia Chavez, Rosemary Serda, Irene Cortez, Marcella Martinez, Sophie Gonzales, Rachael Atencio, and Dolores Jaramillo; seven children, Max, Marilyn, Janice, Therese, Jerry, Dave, and Carmen; his deceased son, David Vincent, was born on February 16, 1955, exactly 48 years before his father's death. His grandchildren include Elaine, Sabrina, James, Joseph, Denise, Jerome, Ana, David, Shannon, Joaquin, Elizabeth, Felicia, Gabriela, Phillip, Adriana, Jesse, Patrick, and Mia; and six great-grandchildren. David was a member of the American Ex-POWs, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor, and Military Order of the Purple Heart. David will be missed for his endless devotion to his family, his selfless acts of kindness, his honorable contributions to his country, and his inspirational words and wisdom. The viewing will be held on Wednesday, February 19, 2003 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. The Rosary will be Recited at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 20, 9:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will include Joaquin Chavez, Jerome Chavez, Jason Reinhart, James Lopez, Jr., Aaron Chavez, and Rudy Chavez. Honorary bearers, Patrick Kevin, Jesse Rey, Phillip, Joseph and David Chavez. Special thanks for the loving care provided by Camino Vista Manor Care for the last year. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the Disabled American Veterans, 2511 Utah NE. Military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post #69. Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th St NW 898-3160
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Chua -- Koon Meng Chua, 47, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2003. Prof. (Dr.) Chua was born in Singapore, son of Mr. Kim Yeow Chua and Mdm. Poh Choo Kam. He graduated from the University of Singapore with a BS in Civil Engineering in 1980. He worked as a structural engineer for Brown and Root Far East Engineers Ltd. Prior to attending Texas A&M University for postgraduate. Prof. (Dr.) Chua received both his MS and PhD in Civil Engineering at Texas A&M before joining the faculty at the University of New Mexico in 1987. Professor Chua is known both nationally and internationally for his research in the area of geotechnical engineering. Koon Meng was a friend to many, an honest and hardworking colleague to others, an uncle, a brother, a son, and finally a man of genius and a man of God. He is survived by his father, Mr. Kim Yeow Chua; mother, Mdm. Poh Choo Kam; sister, Koon Hean Chua; brother-in-law, Heng Lim Cheong; and nephews, Jonathan Zhi Hao Cheong and Justin Zhi Jie Cheong. Service will be held Thursday, February 20, 2003, at 4:00 p.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE, with Dr. Charles Crutchfield officiating. Interment will take place in Singapore. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Costanzo -- Ethel Costanzo, age 83, a resident of Albuquerque died February 18, 2003. Survivors include daughters, Shirley Grisham, Susan Clarke; sons, Chuck Costanzo; brother, Nugget Grossetete all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Allen Grisham, Chris Constanzo, David Gough, Steven Constanzo; great-grandchildren, Heather Constanzo and Jacob Grisham. Services will be held graveside 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 20, 2003 at Fairview Memorial Park 700 Yale Blvd SE with Chaplain Jim Birkhead officiating. If desired donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Kaseman Hospice Unit. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106
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Cronin -- Brent Kenneth Cronin, 46, a longtime resident of Albuquerque passed away February 16, 2003. He served in the US Army for 18 years. Brent is survived by his children, Jennifer Rebecca Cronin, Angelique Sue Cronin, Michael Brent Cronin and Rachael Lynn Cronin; two grandsons; father and step-mother, John and Maxine Cronin; brother Bruce and wife, Avi Cronin; nephew, John Richard Cronin; and a step-sister, Sue Gilmer all of Albuquerque. Services will be held in loving memory of Brent on Thursday evening, February 20, 2003, 6:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel, 225 San Mateo Blvd.,NE,. Albuquerque, NM. Burial Services will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Dubay -- Cindy DuBay-Durden, peacefully passed away at home on Sunday, February 16, 2003 surrounded by her loving family and best friend, Brenda Arrossa. Cindy is survived by her devoted husband, William F. Durden; stepdaughters, Jezmynne Amergin and Corinne Durden; three step-grandchildren; parents, Kenneth and Maxine DuBay; brothers, Timothy J. DuBay and wife, Regine, Michael A. DuBay and wife, Kristi; four nieces; two nephews; and her beloved cat, the Dowager Princess. Cindy would want to thank her associates and friends at PNM who were most supportive, helpful, and loving through the duration of her illness and her beloved friends at the State Bar of New Mexico Legal Assistance Division. Cindy was a 1974 graduate of Sandia High School, a 1978 graduate of New Mexico State University, and received her Associates Degree in paralegal studies from University of Albuquerque. Cindy was born in Saginaw, Michigan on March 15, 1956. She enjoyed traveling with Fred in the"Big Girl," a 1975 Oldsmobile convertible, attending classic car shows, visiting museums, reading books and magazines, and watching old movies. Cindy's circle of family and friends will gather together on Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. at the Aquinas Newman Center, 1815 Los Lomas Road, NE. Reception to follow at the family home. We love her and will miss her more than words can convey. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Cindy's name to the UNMH Hospice, 1650 University Blvd. Ste. 200, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or the Albuquerque Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Faulkner -- Sharon G. Faulkner, 60, beloved mother, wife, grandmother and counselor to all her children, died on Saturday, February 15, 2003. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Robert Bob Faulkner of the family home; sons, Robert Faulkner and wife, Debbie of Rio Rancho, William Faulkner and wife, Irma, Richard Faulkner and wife, Gaye, John Faulkner and wife, Michelle, all of Albuquerque, and James Faulkner and wife, Kym of Spokane, WA; grandchildren, Chris Faulkner of Jacksonville, FL and Bryan Chapman and Skyler Faulkner, both of Albuquerque; sister, Peggy Erlandson and husband, Ed of Lander, WY; brother, Steve Cranston and wife, Carol of Mesa, AZ; brothers-in-law, William"Bill" Faulkner and wife, Pam of Baltimore, MD and Thomas Faulkner and wife, Mary of Kings Bay, GA; sister-in-law, Linda Hahn and husband, Glen of Manchester, MD; and many nieces and nephews. Sharon was a resident of Albuquerque since December of 1972. She was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Rebekah Lodge #36 since 1982 and a member of Rebekah Assembly of New Mexico since 1992. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 19, 2003, 11:00 a.m., at New Life Christian Fellowship, 2520 Chama NE, with Pastor Alan D. Hawkins officiating. A reception will follow at the home of William and Irma Faulkner. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Bettye Miller Scholarship Fund, C/O Rebekah Assembly Secretary, D Alva Emert, 2113 Smith Lane, Farmington, New Mexico, 87401. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Fowler -- Kenneth Fowler, age 74, lost a long hard fight with cancer on February 14, 2003. Ken is survived by Marvella, his wife of 53 years. He is also survived by his children, James and his wife, Frances, David and his wife, Bonnie. He has three living brothers, Garold, Keith, and Doug; as well as a sister, Sally. Ken is also survived by Charles and Alyce Hutton, very good life long friends that he always considered family. He has five grandchildren, Ken, Jenie, Gina, Jeremy, and Wade. He also has one great grandchild named Amy. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Elizabeth Fowler, one brother, Jerry, and two sisters, Barbara and Norma. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa, who died in 1995. He was raised in and around Anderson, Indiana, where he graduated from Fairmont High School in 1946. Ken served honorably in the U.S. Navy and after his discharge he moved to Albuquerque where he joined the Albuquerque City Police Dept. He retired in 1977 at which time he and his wife moved to Conchas Dam, New Mexico. During the 1960's and 70's he was an avid bowler and at one point considered turning professional. After his retirement he spent a little time on the lake boating and fishing but mostly enjoying building on their home. His real love was traveling throughout the continental United States where he can boast of having seen each of them at least once. Services will be held Wednesday, 9:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Baptist Minister Bill Bowman officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be his retired policeman friends. Friends may visit French Mortuary prior to service. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Garcia -- Harold Diego"Dan" Garcia was born November 13, 1931. He was a life long resident of Corrales and passed away February 17, 2003. Dan was the owner of Diegos Electric Company, a Korean War Veteran, and a past member of the Ballut Abyad Clown Unit. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary Ellen; son, Kevin Garcia and wife, Victoria; daughter, Dannette Lopez and husband, Emilio; five grandchildren, Daniel, Mary-y-Sol, Natalie, Micielo, and Brandice; his mother, Candelaria Garcia; sister, Margarita Garcia Sexson; uncles, Pete Leal and wife, Lucille, Valentine Leal and wife, Josefita; aunts, Lara Madrid, Sarah Lebian, Emma Maas and husband, Al, Ruth Leal, Priscilla Bailey and husband, Chuck; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins who loved and will miss him. The family would like to thank Hospice and Dr. Erickson. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at San Ysidro Catholic Church in Corrales, 5015 Corrales Rd., on Friday, February 21, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Gurule -- Mr. Ralph Gurule died Monday, February 17, 2003 in Albuquerque at the age of 84. Mr. Gurule was a baker by trade and worked at the Old Cottage Bakery in 1940. He owned his own bakery the Home Aid Bakery in Barelas neighborhood. He also worked for Furrs Bakery for about eight years and as a baker at Double Rainbow Dessert Café. Mr. Gurule was an active member of Sacred Heart Church. He is survived by his wife, Lydia Gurule of the family home; sons, Gilbert Gurule and Richard Gurule; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mr. Gurule will be held on Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Christopher Creech, Anthony Montoya, Anthony Montoya Jr., Daniel Gurule, Felix Gurule and Frank Gurule. Honorary pallbearers will be Dewayn Creech and Richard Gurule Jr. Visitation for Mr. Gurule will be held on Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the mortuary chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Hathaway -- Alice Marie Hathaway, 93, was a former longtime resident of Bartlesville, Oklahoma where she was a member of the Presbyterian Church and the Jane Phillips Sorority in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She moved to Sun City West, Arizona in 1976 where she lived until moving to Albuquerque in 1998. She is survived by her son, Robert C. Bob Hathaway and wife, Mary Ann of Albuquerque; three granddaughters, Angie Coddington and husband, Jeff of Goldsboro, NC, Mary Dahlberg and husband, Jeff of Minneapolis, MN and Karen Hamilton of Albuquerque; six great-grandchildren, Krista Ann and Preston Coddington of Goldsboro, NC, Tyler and Connor Dahlberg of Minneapolis, MN and Bobby and Rhiannon Hamilton of Albuquerque; sisters, Lou Higby of Pales Verdes, CA, Edith Bowen of Sun City, AZ and Esther Cowell of Jackson, MS; and a niece and several nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Hathaway; sisters, Christina Monroe and Juanita Hopkins; and a grandson by marriage, Ronnie Hamilton. Services will be held Wednesday, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Michael Dickenson officiating. Entombment will follow at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Randy Cowell, jeff Dhlberg, Tyler Dahlberg, Connor Dahlberg and Robert"Carl" Bobby Hamilton. Honorary pallbearers will be Jeff Coddington, Jeff Dahlberg, Krista Ann Coddington, Preston Coddington, Tyler Dahlberg, Connor Dahlberg and Rhiannon Hamilton. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Hentel -- Mrs. Lilli Hentel, 89, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Great-Great-Grandmother, died peacefully Friday, February 14, 2003. Lilli was born July 31, 1913 in Basel, Switzerland. She is survived by her children, Harold Hentel and wife, Patti of Washington, Janet Dustin and husband, Harold, Judy Whitney and husband, Chuck, of Albuquerque, NM and Ann Beaty and husband, Don of South Carolina. She was blessed with 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Lilli loved crossword puzzles, baking, gardening and was an accomplished pianist. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be conducted Thursday at the Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Home Chapel at 2:30 p.m. The family would like to express their appreciation to the Albuquerque Manor for their loving care. We love you Lilli and will miss you greatly. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests donations to be made to the American Cancer Society. American Burial and Cremation Center in charge of Cremation. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors in charge of Memorial Services.
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Hill -- Marget Mary Hill, age 85, died Friday February 14, 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Marci Luders of Albuquerque, son, Stephen F. Hill of California; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. A Mass will be held Saturday February 22, 2003 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Burial will take place at St. Joseph Church Cemetery in Pine Bluff, Arkansas at a later date. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE Albuquerque, NM 87112
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Klein -- Mary M. Klein of Albuquerque, passed away quietly at Manor Care Nursing Home Sunday, February 16, 2003. She was born in 1902 in Valley Forge, PA, one of 13 children of Irvin and Mary Margaret Haws Huff. She resided in White Plains, NY, for many years, moving with her husband, Philip Klein, to Toledo, OH, in 1967. She had been a resident of Albuquerque since 1970. Mary was a kind and loving mother, grandma, and grams, whom we shall always remember for her generosity and loving concern for others. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Hilford; son-in-law, John Hilford; granddaughters, Karen Warin, Tracy Coffing and Jackie Garrity and their husbands, Leroy Warin, Dale Coffing and Tom Garrity, all of Albuquerque and Stephanie Danielson of Las Vegas, NV; grandsons, Keith Klein and his wife, Betsy, Kevin Klein, and Kenneth Klein and his wife, Deborah, all of whom reside in North Carolina, and Docc Hilford of Miami, FL. Her 15 great-grandchildren include Rebecca and Nicholas Warin, Brandon, Michael, Adam and Kimberly Coffing, Emily and Casey Garrity, Elle and Hannah Klein, Brandon, Garrett and Kyle Klein, and Lauren and Joshua Klein. Her only son, Phil Klein, Jr., died in Greensboro, NC, December 11, 1997, survived by his wife, Mary Lou and their above mentioned children and grandchildren. Surviving siblings include Eleanor Jennings of Athol, MA, Hazel Clements of Yucca Valley, CA, Raymond Huff of Mesa, AZ and Robert Huff of Keithville, LA. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, February 19, 2003, at 4:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Dale Coffing officiating. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Leyva -- Pedro"Pete" Leyva, age 62 of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Friday, February 14, 2003. He was preceded in death by his parents,"Inocente and Ester Leyva and by a brother, Porfirio"Porky" Leyva. Pete was born on August 31, 1940 in Carlsbad, NM to Inocente and Ester Leyva. At the time of his death Richardson and Richardson Construction Company employed him as an estimator. His wife, Helen Leyva of Albuquerque, NM survives him as well as five children, Albert Leyva of Lubbock, TX, Anthony Leyva and wife, Tanisha Robinson-Leyva of Albuquerque, NM, Alan Leyva of Albuquerque, NM, Aaron Leyva of Washington state, and Ana Lyeva of Austin, TX; one grandchild, Taran Robinson-Leyva of Albuquerque, NM; three sisters, Tavita Cedra of Carlsbad, NM, Silveria Navarrette of Carlsbad, NM, Angelita Gonzales of Carlsbad, NM and one brother, Dalbert Leyva and wife, Sylvia Leyva of Madisonville, LA; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends also survive him. A memorial service will be held in Albuquerque on Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at The Holy Family Church, 550 Atrisco Dr. SW, with Father Manuel presiding. A mass will be held in Carlsbad, NM on Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church.
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Miller -- A precious angel, Kyle Jerry Milton Miller, 10, a resident of Los Chavez, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2003. Please call Romero Funeral Home (505) 864-8501 for service times. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM 87002.
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Miller -- Janet Faye Miller, 54, passed away Monday, February 17, 2003 after a long illness. Janet was born in Taos, NM to Richard and Louise Wadley who survive her. She worked as an insurance agent for Farmers Insurance during the early 1980's and New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union from 1990 to 1997. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. She is survived by Mr. Jean Hughes; two children, Mindi King and husband, Jimmy and Mike Fenstermacher and fiancée, Jennifer Cunningham; two grandchildren, Morgan and Danny; two brothers, Richard Wadley, Jr. and wife, Leslie and Steven Wadley and wife, Ellen; and a sister, Patti Norris and husband, Edward. The family would like to thank Dr. Robin J. Tuchler, Dr. John Burdon, Dr. W. Gerald Brown and the nursing staff of Presbyterian Hospital's Intensive Care Unit for their expertise, support, and care. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, February 20, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to All Faiths Receiving Home in Albuquerque. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505)821-0010
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Padilla -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF ALFREDO A. PADILLA JULY 15, 1925 - FEBRUARY 19, 2002God saw he was getting tired And a cure was not to be, So He put His arms around him And whispered"come with Me." With tearful eyes we watched him suffer And saw him fade away Although we loved him dearly, We could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best!
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Pierce -- Emily Virginia Pierce, a resident of Albuquerque since the early 1940's, died on February 16, 2003. She was born in Pueblo, CO to Noble and Nelle Davis Reeve. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack S. Pierce in 1985 and brothers, Hank Richard and Jim Reeve. Survivors include her son, Guy Pierce and wife, Laura of Albuquerque, NM and two grandchildren, Sean Pierce and wife, Danielle and Adrienne Pierce, all of Albuquerque. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 19 at Chapel of Sunrise with Chaplain Richard Garcia officiating. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM.Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Riedle -- John E. Riedle, age 92, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 years died February 10, 2003. Survivors include his long time companion, Mela Tenorio, of Albuquerque, NM; daughter, Mary Ann Riedle of Detroit, MI; nieces, Gail Wright and Lorie Stanaert. John was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 am Friday, February 21, 2003 at Immaculate Conception Church 619 Copper Ave NW. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106
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Rutter -- Robert L. (Bob) Rutter, 69, died early Sunday morning, February 16, 2003. He was born in Sedalia, Missouri May 2, 1933. He served in the United States Air Force from 1952 to 1956. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Electrical Engineering from Missouri University and was employed by Sandia Laboratories. He moved to Albuquerque in 1960 and went into the Master's Program at the University of New Mexico. He spent 30 years at Sandia Labs in the area of Nuclear Field-Testing. He was loved for his dry wit and competitive nature in games with friends and relatives. He enjoyed tinkering with electronic gadgets and his computers and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also loved taking ocean cruises with his wife and friends. He is survived by his wife, Betty of nearly 50 years; his son, Bob E. Rutter of Munich, Germany; his daughters, Brenda Peterson and husband, Dan of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Barbara Funkhouser and husband, Don of Albuquerque; his six grandchildren, Lisa, Keith and Erik Funkhouser and Noah, Daniel and Jacob Peterson; his sister, Shirley Wimer and husband, LeRoy of Sedalia, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at St. Stephen's United Methodist Church, 4601 Juan Tabo NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87111. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Robert's name may be made to St Stephen's United Methodist Church Building Fund or the charity of your choice. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Sadock -- Dr. Theodore R. Sadock, 92, born in NYC on Nov 8, 1910 went to join his beloved wife, Kitty, on February 15, 2003. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Katherine V.M. Sadock on March 24, 1999 also by his parents, Morris and Ester Sadock; three brothers; Sam, Jim and Billy. Dr. Sadock is survived by his daughter, Ester Maria Sadock (Kukla) of San Diego, CA; his son, Theodore V. M. Sadock (Teo) of Albuquerque, Teo's beloved Kathy; and two grandchildren, Sean Dobbins and the sparkle in his life Alexandra Dobbins; his brother, Jules B. Sadock of NYC; and numerous nieces and nephews. Dr. Sadock was a graduate of Union College in Schenectady, NY (class of 33) and Hahnemann Medical School of Philadelphia, PA, (class of 38). In 1940 Dr. Sadock began working for the U.S. Indian Service as only one of two doctors for the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. He transferred to the Albuquerque Indian Hospital in 1948. In 1950 he married Katherine Van Meter and they moved to NYC where he did his residency at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. They returned to Albuquerque in 1953 where he began his private practice specializing in Head and Neck plastic surgery and as an ENT physician. The Sadock's were very active socially especially in the artistic, medical and political communities. They loved to travel and went just about everywhere there was to go on this planet. We are sure that Kitty was waiting with bags packed and they are now exploring the far reaches of heaven together. Dr. Sadock retired in 1986 and will be remembered by the many patients whose lives he touched. The Sadock family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Frank Hesse for his help and guidance during Dr. Sadocks final months. A Memorial will be held at a later date for both He and Kitty. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to the Museum of Albuquerque or your favorite charity. To our parents, we wish you a bon voyage. We love you both. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106
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Stapp -- George Stapp, Jr. February 19, 1928 - August 29, 2002God saw he was getting tired and a cure was not to be, so he put his arms around him and whispered,"Come with Me". With tearful eyes we watched him suffer and saw him fade away. Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard-working hands to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best!! Dad, we love you and so deeply miss you. Barbara, Kim, Jenny, Suzie and Bryn
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Vigil -- Fred (Alfredo) Vigil, age 90, passed away on February 16, 2003. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque he had been living with his daughter in Idaho for the last four years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lila; and his second wife, Pauline. Survivors include three daughters and one son, Tonie Hollingsworth and husband, Ted of Caldwell, ID, Louise Pate and husband, Harry of Niceville, FL, Mary (Helen) Sandoval and husband, Bennie of Albuquerque, Pat Vigil of Santa Fe; and step-daughter, Ramona Yanez and husband, Tomas of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren, Mike Hollingsworth and wife, Kim, Drayton Hollingsworth and Bret Hollingsworth all of ID. Annita Phillips and husband, Tom, Raymond Pate and wife, Debra and Connie Costabile all of FL, Saundra Montoya and husband, Ross of Albuquerque, Patricia Lucero and husband, Vincent of Vallejo, CA and Stephanie Wilson and husband, Ian of Pena Blanche; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; two brothers, Pete and Willie; one sister, Amelia. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank and Ernest; and two sisters, Josephine and Juanita. Cremation has taken place in Idaho and the family will have private services when he is returned to Albuquerque where he will be buried next to his wife, Lila at Sunset Memorial Park.
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