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Archibeque -- Mary V. Archibeque June 12, 1934 - February 21, 1997Sometimes God picks a flower that is still in full bloom. Sometimes the rose buds chosen we feel he picked too soon. Sometimes the flower is fading with petals floating down, but God knows the perfect time to gather flowers from the ground. There is a heavenly garden in which God takes great pleasure because he's placed with in it the loved ones that we treasure. He walks amongst the blossoms, giving them eternal rest, and I know it must please him because he chose our very best. Wish you were here, love and miss you, The Archibeque Family
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Atencio -- Tobias (Toby) Atencio, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, joined his precious Lord, Jesus, and his beloved wife, Cora, Tuesday, February 18, 2003. He is survived by four children, Jeanne Mondragon and husband, Joe, of Silver City, NM, Kathy Atencio, Toby Ray Atencio, Richard Atencio and wife, Emma, all of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren, Joshua Mondragon of Albuquerque, Janiah Shields and husband, Oren, and Jacob Mondragon of Silver City, NM, Zach Atencio, Luis Atencio, Brandy Atencio, Jennifer Atencio, Taylor Atencio, and Quentin Atencio all of Albuquerque; one brother, Alfonso Atencio and wife, Emma; and one sister, Celina Carrillo of Velarde, NM, numerous nephews, nieces, and friends. Toby was born in Velarde, NM and served in the Air Force. He retired from the Air National Guard, 250th Tactical Fighter Wing, nicknamed the"Enchilada Air Force" at KAFB¯in 1988 with the rank of MSgt. He was an airplane mechanic for many years then became a Logistician. He sidelined as a Realtor. Toby was an avid hunter and camper. He was a member of 2nd Presbyterian Church since 1953 where he served as an Elder and sang in the choir. He had a beautiful tenor voice and sang solos at many weddings and funerals. Toby had many, many, friends and was well known for his generosity and his willingness to help anyone, anywhere, at any time. Many people thought of him as their second father or grandfather. Toby had Parkinson's Disease for many years. He left this world on his own terms surrounded by his children, grandchildren, brother, sister, and some nieces and nephews at Lovelace Hospital. His spirit was set free of his body's ailments and he went into the light. Memorial Services will be held at Second Presbyterian Church 812 Edith¯NE, Tuesday February 25, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will be at¯Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul¯NE, Tuesday February 25, 2003¯at 2:00 p.m. with full military honors. Gifts may be sent to Second Presbyterian Church in lieu of flowers.
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Baca -- Flora G. Baca, 89, 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 (Pedro and Petrita Gallegos); her two angels, Kate and Mabel Baca; and her beloved sister, Mary 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; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson; her four brothers Alferes and Esmael Gallegos, Larry Jaramillo, and George Baca; one sister, Fela Lucero; and one sister-in-law, Lola Baca. 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, 2003 from 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. with a Rosary following at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. 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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Baca -- Patsy P. Baca December 18, 1940 - February 21, 2001Two years ago the good Lord chose to take you away--- And left us here to mourn and pray---To pray that the Lord took you by the hand--- And to pray that no matter how difficult we would understand---To understand that you were a great mother and a wonderful wife--- Helping us all live a meaningful and better life---A life where although we will continue to mourn and continue to pray--- That we will all be together again someday---
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Barnes -- Doris Marie Barnes, age 75, passed away February 12, 2003 in Denver, CO. For many years, Doris was an active member of 1st United Methodist Church and of the Rehabilitation Center, Inc. Auxiliary in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oakley Barnes; sons, Oakley Barnes, Jr. and Jeffrey Barnes. Survivors include her daughter, Cheryl Thomas; and her children, Nathan, Jessica, Natalie and Chris Thomas, all of Albuquerque; numerous family and friends in several states. Memorial Services performed February 15, 2003 Denver, CO. Interment to followed at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Bryant -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Eleanor Lynch Gilbert Bryant 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. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110
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Cherne -- Dorothy Cherne, 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1998, died Monday, February 17, 2003. She is survived by her six children, John, Cindy, Becky, Ric, Gary and Jerry; 11 grandchildren, Jessey, Cassandra, John III, Dominic, Todd, Jonathon, Scott, Jennifer, Sean, Ryan and Erica; and ten great-grandchildren. While in Albuquerque, Dorothy lived with and was cared for by Becky, Cindy and Jessey. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Memorial services will be held Friday, February 21, 2003, at 1:00 p.m., at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 300 Gold SE, with Pastor Reuben Steinbronn officiating. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Clark -- A Memorial Service for Capt. Laurel Salton Clark, USN, will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2003, 10:00 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 3701 Carlisle NE. Capt. Clark was a member of the crew of Space Shuttle Columbia, all of whom were killed on reentry on February 1, 2003. Laurel is survived locally by her father, Robert Salton and his wife, Harriet; brother, Jon Salton; as well as her stepbrothers, Matthew and Nathaniel Brown. Memorial Donations in Capt. Clark's name may be made to the Rock Art Foundation or the World Wildlife Federation.
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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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Curley -- Tom Curley, Sr., 92, a resident of Albuquerque for 71 years, died Thursday, February 20, 2003. He is survived by his son, Tom Curley, Jr. of Dallas, TX; grandsons, Steve Curley of Houston, TX and Brian Curley and wife, Mindy of Austin, TX; and great-grandchildren, Neil Curley, Emily Curley, both of Houston, TX, Shayna Curley and Anton Curley, both of Austin, TX. Mr. Curley was preceded in death by his wife, Harriett Curley. Services will be held Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. Friends may Visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Dimas -- Jimmy A. Dimas, 66, passed away Friday, February 14, 2003.¯ He is survived by his daughter, Debbie Dimas; son Raymond Dimas; mother, Mary Griego; brother, Leroy Dimas; sisters, Elizabeth Griego, and Christina Romero; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; his family in Bent, NM; Lisa Gallegos, Lisa Gallegos Jr., Joe Gallegos II, Kathy Austin, and all of his dearest friends from Victory Outreach, including his Pastor Jerry Leyba. Memorial Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bent, NM. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 21, 2003. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2003 with burial following. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
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Doggett -- Bonnie"Scottie" Doggett, 64, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 17, 2003, from complications of a stroke. She is survived by her husband, Jim Doggett of Elephant Butte, NM and Vallecito, CO; three daughters; and sons-in-law, Scotia and Brian Kurowski of Santa Fe, NM, Suzanna and Tom Langowski of Colorado Springs, CO and Jamie and Oliver Robinson of Carlsbad, CA. She is also survived by her five granddaughters, Shannon Dworczyk, Olivia and Jillian Robinson, Ariana Langowski and Ellyn Kurowski; brothers, Jack and Dale Pflager, of Fort Morgan, CO. Her older sister, Betty Schmick preceded her in death by several years. Scottie was born and grew up in Fort Morgan, CO, later attending college at the University of Colorado where she met her husband Jim. She went on to attain her Masters Degree from UNM. She taught at Del Norte High School for over 20 years where she served as the English Department chairperson and specialized in Advanced Placement English. Scottie will be remembered by those who knew her as a devoted loving wife, mother and grandmother, an excellent and inspiring educator, an intelligent and effectual political activist, a respected community member, a lover of the outdoors and the high mountains, and an especially warm and valued friend. Memorial Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2003 at French Mortuary - Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, PO Box 150760, San Rafael, CA, 94915-0760. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Garcia -- Harold Diego"Dan" Garcia was born November 13, 1931. He was a lifelong resident of Corrales and passed away February 17, 2003. He was preceded in death by his parents, Horacio and Margarita Garcia.¯Dan is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary Ellen; son, Kevin Garcia and wife, Victoria; daughter, Dannette and husband, Emilio Lopez; five grandchildren, Daniel, Mary-y-Sol Cleary and husband, Raymond, Natalie, MiCielo, and Brandice; his step-mother, Candelaria Garcia; sister, Margarita Garcia Sexson; uncles, Pete Leal and wife, Lucille, Valentine Leal and wife, Josefita; aunts, Laura Madrid, Sarah Lebian, Yvonne Maas and husband, Al, Ruth Leal, Priscilla Bailey and husband, Chuck; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins who loved and will miss him. 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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Gardner -- Longtime Roy, NM, high school teacher Juliavieve Gambrel Gardner died February 18, 2003 in her home in Cedar Park, TX. Mrs. Gardner was born in Roy, NM March 13, 1919. After graduating from Highland University in Las Vegas, NM she taught school in Tatum and later in Springer. In 1945, she married Buster E. Gardner in Las Vegas. The couple moved to Raton, NM where sons, Larry and Lloyd were born and then to Albuquerque where Kenneth was born. Juliavieve wanted a more personal school setting for her boys, so the family moved back to Roy. The family ranched and Juliavieve taught business and commerce. As high school counselor, she helped many students find a way to go to college. She continued ranching and teaching after her husband died in 1963. Her teaching career spanned 36 years and touched the lives of countless individuals. In 1976, Juliavieve reluctantly retired from teaching and ranching, and singing in the church choir. She left her friends in Roy and moved to Lubbock and last year Cedar Park, to be closer to her sons. Juliavieve is survived by her three sons, Larry and Lloyd of Cedar Park and Kenneth of Long Branch, TX; her brother, James Gambrel of Ordway, CO; a cousin, Julia C. Craddock of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a infant sister, Genevieve; her father, Lloyd Gambrel, Sr.; her mother, Lula Woods Gambrel; and in 1992, her brother, Lloyd Gambrel, Jr. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 22, 2003 at the First Baptist Church of Roy. Arrangements under the direction of Beck Funeral Home, Austin/Round Rock, 512-244-3772.
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Garrett -- Sherman Jorgensen Garrett, loving and devoted husband, father and gramps, age 77, died February 18, 2003 in Albuquerque after a long illness. Born February 9, 1926, Salt Lake City, Utah, son of Leon Desmoin Garrett and Hazel Armeda Jorgensen. Married Mildred Ogden, September 18, 1947 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Graduate of the University of Utah. Affiliated with Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and served in the US Air Force during WWII. He began his career at the Utah State Fund in Salt Lake City, Utah. Relocated to New Jersey in 1955 and worked at the National Council on Compensation Insurance in New York City, NY; and retired in 1996 after 17 years with Mountain States Mutual Casualty Insurance Company in Albuquerque. He also served on numerous national insurance boards throughout his career. He was a member of the LDS Church and served in the Bishopric while living in New Jersey. Survived by wife; daughters, Leslie Ann MacFarlane and her husband, Donald, Ogden, UT; Marcie Lemmon and her husband, Guy, Irvine, CA, Beckie Desmet and her husband, Rick, Irvine, CA, Jamie Tinnin and her husband, Thomas P., Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; and four great-grandsons; brother, W. Jay Garrett, Salt Lake City, UT; and sister, Jo Ann Peterson, Wellsville, UT. Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Winston Jorgensen Garrett; and grandson, Ryan Warren Lemmon. Funeral Services and Interment Saturday, February, 22, 2003 10:00 a.m., Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, Salt Lake City, UT. Friends will be received one hour prior to services. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to the University of New Mexico Scholarship Fund.
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Gauna -- Jeanne Gauna passed away Monday, February 17, 2003. Her father, Guillermo (Willie) Gauna; and her brothers, Steven and William Jr. (Spike) preceded her in death. She is survived by her mother, Josephine Gauna; her husband, Eric Schmieder; sons, Jason Gauna and wife, Lynette, and Karlos Schmieder; two brothers, Edward Gauna and Ted Gauna and wife, Maryann; three sisters, Susan Ellzey and husband, David, Loyola Gauna and Eileen Gauna; and two grandchildren, Erik and Daniella Gauna. Jeanne was the Co-founder and Co-Director of SouthWest Organizing Project. She served on the U.S. National Board of Greenpeace USA; the Board of the Coalition for Environmentally Responsible Economics (CERES); the National Religious Partnership on the Environment; and the World Council of Churches Contact Group. She received the prestigious Bannerman Award for veteran organizers; the De Colores Grassroots Leadership Award; the American Civil Liberties Union Guardian of the Constitution Award; the Southwest Public Workers Union Environmental Justice Award, and was honored at a New Mexico State Legislature ceremony honoring New Mexico Latinas. A Service will be held on Friday, February 21, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW. in Albuquerque and a Memorial Service will be held on April 12, 2003.
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Gurule -- The family of Mr. Ralph Gurule 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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Heister -- Caitlyn Elizabeth Heister, infant daughter of Dan and Amanda Heister of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2003. She is also survived by maternal grandparents, Tommy and Susan Gatewood of Hobbs, NM; paternal grandmother, Lois Heister of Albuquerque; great-grandmother, Gwen Gatewood of Hobbs, NM; aunts and uncles, Leslie and Jeromy Gulley of Albuquerque, Candace and Anthony Castillo of Hobbs, NM and Bart Gatewood of Lubbock, TX; and cousin, Willow Gulley. Graveside Services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Dr. Robert J. Butler officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Baptist Children's Home, P.O. Box 629, Portales, NM, 88130. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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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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Jony -- Ms. Le Anne Jony, 17, a resident of Albuquerque passed away suddenly on Monday, February 17, 2003 while our beautiful new family member Virginia Le Anne was coming into this world. Le Anne is survived by her parents, Dan Jony and Linda Harry; sisters, Jade and Jesse Anne; a brother, Levi; grandparents, Steve and Debie Jony, Jose and Margaret Armijo; extended family and friends to numerous to mention here, as there are many. Le Anne will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Le Anne's interests in life were animals and art. The families of Gary Purley and Le Ann Jony wish to thank all their relatives and friends for their kindness and love during this difficult time. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday morning at 10:00am in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW. The family will be receiving family and friends after 9:30 a.m. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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Lowry -- H.C."Bill" Lowry, 77, a resident of New Mexico since 1969, passed away on February 18, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Min Lowry of Rio Rancho; son, John Lowry and wife, Betty of Portales, NM; daughters, Ann Bulla of Amarillo, TX and Margaret With and husband, Ted of Rio Rancho; five grandchildren, Graeme Lowry, China Lowry, Levi With, Jenny Bulla and Kari With; sister, Stella Taylor of West Helena, AK; brothers, Charles Lowry and wife, Carolyn of Pineville, LA and Bud Lowry of Eureka Springs, AK. Since 1969 until his retirement in 1991, he served on staff at Lifeway Conference Center in Glorieta. He was an ordained minister, serving as Minister of Education in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas and at First Baptist Church in Albuquerque and was a member of First Baptist Church in Rio Rancho. Ever enthusiastic, always encouraging with his uplifting words, Bill was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. His love and passion will be remembered with every watermelon colored sunset on the Sandia Mountains,"Yea God!" Memorial service will take place on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Rio Rancho, 3906 19th Ave. SE, Rio Rancho, with Reverend Homer V. Southerland, Reverend Larry Haslam and Reverend Si Budagher, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Casa Maria Alzheimer's Center, 1024 Lead Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Nanez -- Susan Nanez. A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 p.m., February 21, 2003 at the Zapata Club located on the Isleda Blvd, Albuquerque for Susan Elouise Nanez, age 54, who passed away February 17, 2003 in Albuquerque. Pastor Richard Adamson will officiate. Susan was born June 27, 1948 at Visalia, CA to William and Verleene Adamson. She received her education in Visalia graduating in 1966 from Mt. Whitney High School and then attending COS Jr. College before being married to Benjamin Nanez in 1986. Susan and Ben continued to reside in Visalia until 1990 when they moved to Albuquerque, NM. Susan, or"Mama Bear" as she was known to many of her friends in Albuquerque, wasn't able to visit Monterey Beach as much as she would have liked since moving to Albuquerque. Ben and Susie were very strong supporters of the Bandito Club. Susan also became interested in Ben's American Indian Heritage and enjoyed learning as much about it as she could over the past several years. Surviving family includes her husband, Ben of Albuquerque, NM; mother-in-law, Carmen Navarro of Watsonville; two daughters, Desiree and husband, Randy Griffin of Hanford. Lori and husband, Matthew Scott of Hanford. two step-daughters, Erica Nanez and Benicia Johnson both of Saint Louis, Mo; stepson, Benjamin Nanez of Albuquerque, NM; half-brother, Jim Adamson of San Diego; grandchildren, Anthony and Amia Johnson of Saint Louis , Mo. Funeral arrangements through Hadley Funeral Chapel, Visalia, CA (559) 734-6769.
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Phillips -- Claudia D. Phillips, 85, passed away peacefully into our dear Lords arms Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 15, 2003 at approximately 7:45 p.m. Claudia was born in Fargo, N. Dakota on November 20, 1917 and was raised by her grandparents, Evelina Austin and Frank Harkness Dunn in Harlingen, Texas on a farm until she was 14 years old. I recall her speaking of how she loved it there, of the beautiful bougainvillea flowers that grew wild, and how her grandparents taught her of value, morals and God. When her Grandma passed away, nuns in a Catholic boarding school in Cleveland Ohio raised her. She married Carl B. Phillips and lived in Santa Fe, NM for over 40 years until the last 1&1/3 years in which she lived in Albuquerque, NM. Claudia loved her music and dancing. As a little girl, she took toe dancing and aspired to become a ballerina. She became an excellent ballroom dancer and knew the steps to everything from the Waltz to the Cha-cha to the Twist. She played piano beautifully often entertaining friends and family in addition to cooking up feasts to be praised. Nicknamed 'Miss Kodak', she has left her family literally thousands of pictures of every gathering there ever was. She was generous, kind and giving and above all loved the Lord Jesus Christ. Claudia was preceded in death by her husband, Carl B. Phillips; her two brothers, Wendell and James Arns; sisters, Shirley and Louise Arns; and mother, Majorie Isabel Smith. She is survived by her three sons, Warren Vick and wife, Gloria of San Jose, CA, Darrell Phillips and wife, Dorothy of Santa Fe and Lee W. Phillips and wife, Judy of Albuquerque; and one daughter, Debbie C. Fike and husband, William of Albuquerque. Also surviving are two brothers, Gerald B. Arns of Chicago, IL and Billy Smith of Truth or Consequences, NM; two sisters, Rosemary Polizzi of Chicago, IL and Myra Arns of Las Vegas, NV; sister-in-law, F. Eva Morris of Pecos, NM and brother-in-law Herman Phillips of Pecos, NM.¯ Claudia had six grandchildren, Valerie, Tanya, Tammy, Isaiah, Jim and Joshua; six great-grandchildren, Rachel, Andrea, Robert, Kristyn, Brandice and a new baby boy, yet to be born; many nieces and nephews; and friends. Services will be held Monday, February 24, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Rupert Martinez and Pastor James Martinez officiating. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Isaiah Phillips, Jim Phillips, Joshua Phillips, William Fike, Robert Leyba and Keith Grigsby. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Pino -- Emilia Pino, age 83, a life long resident of the San Jose community died February 18, 2003. Survivors include her children, Helen Apodaca of CA, Nora Ames of Albuquerque, Joseph Orlando Pino of CA, Juan Anthony Pino of Albuquerque; brothers, Raynaldo Gonzales of Albuquerque, Fermin Gonzales of Tijeras, NM; eleven grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Silvano Nuanez Pino in 1982. Emilia was a member of the San Jose Church, and a founding member of the East Jose Community Center. Viewing and Visitation will be held on Friday, February 21, 2003 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, February 22, 2003 at San Jose Parish 2401 Broadway SE with Fr. Garcia, Celebrant. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Stephen Lee Ames, David Apodaca, Clifford Gonzales, Lawrence Gonzales, Edwin Gonzales, Polo Montoya. Honorary pallbearers will be Ernest Caldwell and Paul Gallegos. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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Romero -- Funeral Services for Sadie M. Romero will be held on Friday at St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m.¯ Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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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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Sanchez -- Mr. Guillermo (Willie) Sanchez died Wednesday, February 19, 2003 in Albuquerque at the age of 61. Mr. Sanchez is survived by his mother, Bernice G. Sanchez; sons, Willie Sanchez Jr. and wife, Julie, and Steve Sanchez; daughters, RoseMarie Sanchez, and Juanita Pucka and husband, Greg; twin brother, Lorenzo Sanchez and wife, Priscilla; brothers, Eubaldo"Mike" Sanchez, and Eugene Sanchez and wife, Dorothy; sisters Ernestina Carlson and husband, Duane, Berna Perea and Phyllis Salazar; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mr. Sanchez will be held on Saturday 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 Dominic Martinez, Edward Salazar, Leeroy Flores, Ambrosio Sanchez, Ned Montano and Benjie Gamboa. Honorary pallbearers will be all his nephews and nieces who he dearly loved. Visitation for Mr. Sanchez will be held on Friday from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the mortuary chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Thurd St. SW.
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Sedillo -- Josie Sedillo, 90, born in Magdalena, New Mexico to a pioneer family and was a longtime resident of Albuquerque joined her husband, Severo married 65 years; her two sons, Carlos Emmett and Carlie James; daughter, Evelyn Mae; four sisters; and two brothers, in the presence of the Lord on Wednesday, February 19, 2003. She is survived by her two daughters, Crestina Chavez and husband, Teofilo and Annabell McAlonan and husband, Dale; sisters, Lee Richardson and Julia McVay; Josie was blessed with 13 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave. NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Chavez, Mark Chavez, Edward Chavez, Gilbert Chavez, Robbie Lucero, Angelo Lucero, Everett Dimas and Joseph Giraudo. Honorary pallbearer will be Matthew Chavez. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, 5:00 p.m. to Rosary. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Vinke -- Mrs. Ramona Vinke, beloved wife of Thomas Vinke, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2003, surrounded by her loving family. Ramona was born in Martinez Town on May 6, 1917 at 607 Roma NE. She is survived by her husband, Tom, of 34 years; and her four children, Clara Valenzuela and husband, Joe, Esequiel Montano, Mary Margaret Martinez and husband, Eddie, Bennina Armijo-Sisneros and husband, Bernard. She was preceded in death by her parents, Esequiel and Benigna Archuleta, husband, Ernest Armijo; son, Mike Montano and daughter, Ernestine Armijo. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, Jose and wife, Angela Valenzuela, Carol and husband, Joe Sedillo, Debbie and husband, Donald Jaramillo, Evangeline"Vangie" and husband, Anthony Bazan, Gilbert Valenzuela, David Valenzuela, Martha V. and husband, Michael Chavez, Antonio"Tony" Valenzuela, Esequiel Montano, Jr., Mary Margaret Martinez, David J. Sisneros and Nathaniel Sisneros and fiance, Cheryl Mora. In addition, she has 24 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Mama never let her illness slow her down. Her favorite response whenever we asked,"what are you doing, mom?" was"coming and going". Grandma, your incredible strength and sense of humor will never be forgotten. You will be dearly missed. The Mass of Resurrection will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 21, 2003, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church located at 1860 Griegos Rd., NW. A reception will be held following the Mass in the Church Hall. Six of Ramona's grandsons, will serve as Pallbearers. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo Blvd., NE.
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Wilmes -- BARBARA ANN WILMES beloved mother and cherished friend sadly left us on February 17, 2003. Barbara has left us with many gifts including her kindness, generosity, laughter, warmth, and most importantly her love. Barbara was a true spirit of adventure, travel, music, arts, and other countless activities. She studied and practiced Reiki, as well as the power of crystals and oils. Barbara was an educator of the fine aspects of the body, mind, and the heart. We will truly miss Barbara. To celebrate her memory and life please join us this Saturday, February 22, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Rio Grande Cantina.
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