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Baca -- Jerry E. Baca, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, February 25, 2003. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Ramona Baca; children, Diana Zelnio, Jerry de Baca and wife Darlene, Elaine Baca and Priscilla Baca; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Jerry moved to Albuquerque from San Marcial when he was 12 years old. He was a graduate of Albuquerque High School. Jerry was a general contractor for most of his life. Jerry built his first home when he was 19, and he was a master roofer. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Jerry had a great sense of humor and was a great support for his family whom he loved unconditionally. Rosary will be recited Thursday, February 27th, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Westside Blvd. Chapel, with Margaret Garcia reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, February 28th, 10:30 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW, with Father William King, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Westside Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, February 27th, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Chavez -- Mr. Eddie A. (Lanas) Chavez, 70, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 26, 2003.� Mr. Chavez is survived by one daughter, Victoria Chavez-Rascon and husband Johnny; three sons, Edward Chavez and wife, Maxine, Anthony Chavez and wife Elaine, Leroy Chavez and wife Debbie; three sisters, Bessie Armijo, Eluvina Perea, Julia Chacon and husband, Richard; two brothers, Ray Chavez and wife Rachel, Tony Chavez and wife Theresa; 16 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.� Mr. Chavez was a member of the Catholic Church and a Veteran of the U. S. Air Force serving during Peace Time.� A visitation for Mr. Chavez will be Thursday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A final Visitation will be Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. by Father Daniel Balizan. Interment of the cremains will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery with Military Honors by the D.A.V. Chapter #3. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-79861
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Chavez -- Ralph I. Chavez, 90, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family and Priest Monday, February 24, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Bess Chavez; two sons, Abe Chavez and wife, Betty of Pueblo, CO and Ralph A. Chavez and wife, Phyllis of Rio Rancho; three daughters, Cathy Chavez, Rose Gilbert and husband, Jim and Gloria Baca and husband, Carlos, all of Albuquerque; 16 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Sam, Frank and Pete; sisters, Lucy, Stella and Rita; and a very special family friend, Margaret Olona. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Frank O. and Helen Chavez of Belen. Ralph touched many lives with his humor, riddles, writings and poems. He will be missed by many. His articles have been published in the La Herencia newspaper. For 11 years Ralph was a school teacher in Valencia County. He retired from 33 years of service with the Santa Fe Railroad. After retirement, he went back to work as a bailiff in the Bernalillo County Courts with Judge William Riordan and Judge Gene Franchini. Ralph's memory will be forever cherished in the hearts and minds of his family, as well as those who knew him. A special thank you to Dr. Carla Herman and Sherry Reeder who provided Ralph and his family with compassion and comfort during a most difficult time. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Deacon Edward Olona reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE, with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant and Deacon Edward Olona and Deacon Frank See assisting. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Daniel Chavez, Ron Gilbert, Jim Gilbert, Vince Gilbert, Carlos Baca, Jr., Chris Baca, Dennis F. Baca and David Ray Baca. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Colella -- Pasqua Colella, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, died Tuesday, February 25, 2003. She is survived by her husband of 75 years, Gioacchino Collella; sons, Frank Colella and wife, Isabel and Felice Colella and wife, Maria; brother, Domenico Santoro; six grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Maria Elisa. Mrs. Colella was a devout parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church for over 30 years. She was a hard working soul who enjoyed helping others. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be missed by all those who knew her. Rosary will be recited Friday, February 28, 2003, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 1, 2003, 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School NE. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. from 5:00 p.m. to time of Rosary.
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Faruki -- Zuhdi T. Faruki, age 86, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on February 25, 2003. He was born in Jerusalem, Palestine. He came to the U.S. in 1951. He was a professor of philosophy at UNM in the 1960s. He also taught at Texas Tech and at Prescott College. He was a respected scholar and educator and traveled extensively. He will be remembered by all those whose lives he touched. He is survived by his brother and nephews and nieces. For those wishing to offer condolences, the family will hold an open house at his nephew, Majed's residence this Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. If needed please call 823-2286.
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Grossetete -- Richard A. Grossetete November 17, 1942 - February 27, 2001My father, my best friend. It's been two long years without you. Everyday is a heartache just to know I won't be able to see you or hear your voice, but I have faith and hope that we will one day share our lives together again. Love you, dad, your son, Victor
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Grunke -- Roberta Grunke, 92, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, February 23, 2003. She is survived by her sister, Marjorie Farquhar; brother, William Winegar and wife, Marcella, all of Albuquerque; and 13 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elgin Grunke; and brothers, Lorel Winegar, Richard Winegar, George Winegar and Jack Winegar. Roberta was a secretary for the Santa Fe Builders Supply for many years, and a member of the Community of Christ Church. Services will be held Friday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Rev. Henry Matthews officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Bill Winegar, Bob Winegar, Mark Farquhar, Jeff Farquhar and Roberta Farquhar. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Hamilton -- Dorothy Hamilton, 84, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, February 22, 2003. She is survived by her nephew, Glen D. Hamilton of San Jose, CA; and nieces, Mary V. Anderson of Los Angeles, CA and Carolyn Roof of Chicago, IL. She was preceded in death by her sister, Virginia E. Campbell. Memorial services will be held Friday, February 28, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., at Sombra Del Monte Christian Church, 2528 Utah NE, with Dr. Michael Oden officiating. Interment of cremains will follow at 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Hatchell -- Dorothy I. Hatchell, 85, a resident of San Juan Capistrano, CA and a former long-time resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, February 21, 2003. Mrs. Hatchell was a member of Mountainside Church of Christ. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Morgan and husband, Ted of Cypress, CA; grandchildren, Dana Morgan-Rodriguez of San Juan Capistrano, CA, Daren Morgan of Trabuco Canyon, CA, Devin Morgan of Henderson, NV and Drew Morgan of Cypress, CA; seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Hatchell in 1994. Services will be held Saturday, March 1, 2002, 10:30 a.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, with Alan Taylor officiating. Interment will follow the service. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, February 28, 2003, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Road, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Hodgson -- Josephine R."Jo" Hodgson, a resident of Albuquerque since 1995, died February 4, 2003 at Mission Manor Health Care Center in Albuquerque. Jo was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Jesse, and granddaughter, Elizabeth Stuart-Barajas. She is survived by her brother, Richard Van Vven; son, Thom J. Hodgson and wife, Grace of Raleigh, North Carolina; daughter, Jane Stuart and husband, Bob of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Casey Hodgson and wife, Lara, Cal Hodgson and wife, amy, Laura Stuart, Anne Marble and husband, Patrick, Angie Stuart and great-grandchildren, Andrew and Caleb Hodgson, Tyler and Kelsea Marble and several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services for Jo will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 1, 2003 at St. Chad's Episcopal Church, 7171 Tennyson NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122. A reception at the church will follow. Interment will be in Stuart, Florida. In lieu of flowers, friends may make a memorial contribution to a charity of their choice. The family wishes to express its deep gratitude to the CNA's, Restorative Aides, Nurses, Sy Sekakuku and Nanette Sanchez of Mission Manor for their kindness and care of Jo.
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Jojola -- Ms. Barbara Ann Jojola, 43, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 24, 2003. Barbara is the beloved daughter to Mrs. Annie Baca. Barbara is also survived by six sisters, Helen Jojola, Elvida Fabela, Deborah Bickford, Annette Hayman and husband, Adam, Annie and Josephine; one brother, Johnny Jojola and wife, Brenda; nieces, nephews and friends. A Visitation for Barbara will be Friday morning from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 10:30 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Deacon Harry Beare will recite the Rosary and officiate the Funeral Service. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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lake -- Marlin Royce Lake, 46, a resident of Belen, New Mexico passed from this life to be with the Lord Jesus on Monday, February 24, 2003. He graduated from Belen High School in May of 1974. He also attended plumbing school at T.V.I. in Albuquerque. He was a member of the First Baptist Church. Marlin was an artist in many mediums of art including musician, metal art and chalk artist. He made his profession in the water well drilling business. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, E.G. and Lucille Lake of Belen; his maternal grandparents, Lloyd O. and Neva Ness of Ada, Minnesota; and his nephew, Mark Morerod of Belen. He is survived by his parents, Eppa L. and Lucille (Ness) Lake of the family home in Belen; one sister, Samia Morerod and husband, Boyd of Los Chavez, New Mexico; three brothers, Steve Lake and wife, Peggy of Harpursville, New York, David Lake of Belen and Patrick Lake and wife, Patricia of Los Lunas, NM; nieces and nephews, Samial Morerod and wife, Traci and Aaron Morerod and wife,Tarah both Belen, Benjamin Eppa, Rebecca, Sarah and Rachel Lake of Harpursville, April and Danielle Lake of Minnesota, Tacarra and Kaylin Lake of Los Lunas. He is also survived by many aunts and uncles of the Lake and Ness families; and many cousins and friends. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 28, 2003 at the First Baptist Church in Belen. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Madrid -- Robert L. Madrid Jr. (Porky). The family of Mr. Madrid Jr. wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind, supportive and helpful during their recent loss. Your kindness will always be remembered and appreciated. Services were in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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Meikle -- William Jackson Meikle, age 82, retired organic chemist, died Friday, February 21, 2003 of heart complications. He was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, graduated from Lehigh University, and did post graduate work at Iowa State University. During WWII he worked at various powder plants in Sunflower, Kansas, and Baraboo, Wisconsin, later at Olin Mathieson, East Alton, Illinois. He moved to Albuquerque in 1960 to work at Sandia Corporation. He later taught for the Albuquerque Public School System at Community School. He is survived by his wife, Frances; and seven children, son, Andrew Meikle and wife, Dana Renz and grandsons, Alexander and Braeden of McLean, VA; George Meikle of Cary, NC, son, William and wife, Anne Neuenschwander and granddaughter, Irene of Montpellier, France, daughter Susan Meikle of Bethesda, MD, daughter, Catherine Potts and husband, Brian Potts and grandchildren, Nina and Liam of Brookline, MA, Barbara Meikle and husband, Bill Plitt of Tesuque, NM, Maggie Silva and husband, Bill Silva and grandchildren, Simone, Nathan, and Madeline of Albuquerque. He was past president of the St. Andrew Society of Albuquerque and Science and Creationism advisor to New Mexicans for Science and Reason. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the National Center for Science Education, PO Box 9477, Berkeley, CA 94709-0477. Memorial Services will be held Friday, February 28, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors with Deacon Pat Kneafsey officiating. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE 884-1188
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Meinen -- Dena Jane Meinen, 83, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1969, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2003. Dena was born January 16, 1920 the daughter of Noah Douglas and Lydia Florence Robins Byrd in Oakdale, Tennessee. Dena had been a waitress before retiring and spending time with her husband, Albert. Dena and Albert came to New Mexico from Toledo, Ohio. Dena was preceded in death by�two brothers, James and Lawrence Lee Byrd; and two sisters, Reba Headrick and Lois Ruth Smith. She is survived by her husband of 50 years,�Albert of Rio Rancho; one son, Charles Fredrick Meinen of Montreal, Canada; one sister, Nora Lou McKee and husband, James of Wedron, IL; and three brothers, Ernest Byrd and wife, Ada of Clinton, TN, Noah David Byrd and wife, Beulah of Harriman, TN, and�Henry Paul Byrd and wife, Mary of Oakdale, TN; sister-in-law, Ruth Renager of Toledo, OH; numerous nieces and nephews and cousins. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, February 28, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Chaplain Joann Palmer officiating. Arrangements�by: Vista Verde Mortuary 4310 Sara Road Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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Montoya -- Ernest V. Montoya, 78, passed away February 22, 2003. He was born in Santa Fe, NM to the family of Eugenio and Eduvijes Montoya. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and retired from KAFB. He was preceded in death by both his parents; and brothers, Edward, Eugene, Lee, Sam and Leroy. Ernest is survived by his loving wife, Roma; and their three sons, Michael, and his sons, Nathan and wife, Monica, their children, Antonio, Eloday and Dominic; Ernest Jr. and his children, Katrina, David and his daughter, Jillian and son, Richard; Paul and his wife, Eva and their children, Desiree and Dustin. Ernest is also survived by his brother, Benny and his wife, Nancy of Cocoa, FL; and his only sister, Maida Durr of Santa Fe, NM; and many beloved nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, February 28, 2003 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Memorial Mass at 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Funeral Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services.
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Mora -- Oracio Mora, age 75, died Tuesday, February 25, 2003. He was born in Cuba, NM, and raised in Bernalillo, NM, where he resided. Oracio was a Veteran, having served in the Army, Army Air Corps, and US Air Force during and following WWII. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eufelia; and two daughters, Gloria and Rita. Oracio is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Corina; son, Martin H. Acosta and wife, Lucille; three sisters, Ruby Valencia, Hoby Griego, and Veva Baldonado; three brothers, Frank Mora, Andrew Mora and wife, Margaret, Henry Mora and wife, Gloria; Seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; numerous other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. A Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2003. Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 noon on Friday, February 28, 2003, with burial following at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Mora, Henry Mora, Kevin Mora, Abel Baldonado, Peter Baldonado, and James Archibeque. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Paskind -- Martin Benjamin Paskind, son of Harry Arthur Paskind and Lenore Simons Paskind, was born November 24, 1936 in Evanston, IL and moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1941. He died February 24, 2003 in Albuquerque, NM. Martin was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Lenore. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Lynn;� his daughters, Leah A. Roff and Rebecca L. Paskind; his grandchildren, David M. and Grace L. Roff; and his sons-in-law, Kent R. Roff and Bret Halford. Martin is a graduate of Santa Fe High School. He served in the United States Army from February 1956 to January 1959 and received an Honorable Discharge on January 31, 1962. He held both B.A. and Juris Doctor degrees from the University of New Mexico, he graduated in 1973. For four years, Martin served as a reporter with the Albuquerque Journal, followed by� five years as President and part-owner of a local public relations firm. He was admitted to the New Mexico Bar in 1973 and to the courts of the Navajo Nation in 1979. Through out his legal career he continued to pursue his love of writing, serving as a member of the Board of�Editors for the Family Advocate and most recently as columnist for the Albuquerque Journal. Martin was active in community service, serving at various times on the boards of the Chamber Orchestra of Albuquerque, the New Mexico affiliate of the American Heart Association, Planned Parenthood of New Mexico, and the Rehabilitation Center and as board member and past president of the First Unitarian Church. Martin served in numerous capacities with the New Mexico Bar Association and over the course of his career he received the Outstanding Contribution Award in both 1989 and 1996 and the Distinguished Bar Service Award in 1999. In lieu� of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Martin B. Paskind Memorial Fund at the New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union, this fund will be used to encourage high school students around the state to consider careers in law or journalism. Memorial Service will be held at the First Unitarian Church, Friday February 28, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. Family visitation: Friday evening following the service and Saturday afternoon from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at the family home at 1605 Morningside N.E. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE Albuquerque, NM 87112
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Pierce -- Edna Lois Pierce, 81 and a resident of Albuquerque for 33 years, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2003 in Albuquerque. Her husband of 59 years, Dwight Pierce; and her brother, Maurice Miller, preceded her in death. She is survived by two sisters, Fern Nilson and Verna May Felts and husband, Roland; two sons, Paul Pierce and wife, Sharon and Jim Pierce and wife, Jan; four grandchildren, Brenda Eatough and husband, Michael, Tamara Labit and husband, Jim, Ted Pierce and wife, Allyson and Katie Jacquez and husband, Ram; five great-grandchildren, Dustin Labit, Dillon Labit, Katherine Eatough, David Eatough, and Cody Pierce; and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends. Edna was born in Stratton, Nebraska on January 25, 1922. She grew up on a farm south of Stratton. She married Dwight on July 19, 1942, and she was very devoted to Dwight and her family. Edna and Dwight worked very hard for 30 years to make their farm and ranch north of Stratton, Nebraska a show place that was very successful. They raised various grains and registered Black Angus cattle that they sold over much of the United States. In 1969 they moved to Albuquerque to be near their sons and their families. Edna had a love for flower gardening, sewing, and playing the organ and piano. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2003 at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE with Chaplain Richard Garcia officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Road NE, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Pineda -- Raymond Pineda, Sr., The family of Raymond Pineda, Sr., longtime resident of Albuquerque, sadly announces that Raymond, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, brother, teacher, mentor and friend, joined his beloved wife, Emily, in the arms of God this past Sunday, February 23rd. Raymond is survived by daughter, Emily M. Ederer and her husband Charles J. Ederer of Albuquerque; their children Robert G. Ederer, his wife Wendy, their children Matthew and Leanna; Charles D. Ederer, his wife Cassie Ederer and their son Alexander, of San Francisco, California; sons, Rayond Pineda II, his wife Mary B. Pineda, of Santa Fe, and their daughter Ana Cristina Pineda, of Flagstaff, Arizona, Peter S. Pineda of Albuquerque, Dana Pineda of Santa Fe, and their son Joshua Pineda of Albuquerque, and Charles A. Pineda, his wife Claire B. Pineda, and their children, Simon T. Pineda, Erin R. Pineda and Lauren M. Pineda of Santa Fe; sisters, Irene Pineda and Ester Morales of El Paso Texas; many nieces, nephews, and cousins from the Pineda and Holguin families, all over the country; and friends, too numerous to count. Prayer Vigil and Shared Rememberance will be held Friday, February 28th, 6:00 p.m., at Aquinas Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas NE, at the University of New Mexico. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, March 1, 1:30 p.m., at Aquinas Newman Center. A reception and celebration of Raymond's Life will be held immediately following the Funeral Mass, at the family residence, 1506 Ridgecrest Dr. SE in Albuquerque. For those wishing to, donations may be made to The University of New Mexico Foundation, College of Pharmacy for the purpose of providing support of Pharmacy students. Checks may be mailed to: John A. Pieper, Dean, UNMF College of Pharmacy, MCSC09 5360, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Richmann -- Anna"Annie" Richmann, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2003. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilhelm. Annie and Wilhelm immigrated to the United States in 1951 from Cologne, Germany. Upon their arrival in the United States with their son, Bernhard and daughter, Monica they settled in Sheboygan, WI until their move to Albuquerque where their second daughter, Maryann was born. She is survived by her son, Bernhard and wife, Carol Richmann of Truth or Consequences; daughters, Monica R. and husband, Ernest E. (Gene) Ortega, and Maryann Richmann of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Renee (Richmann) Arner and husband, Paul of Salt Lake City, UT, Jeannine (Ortega) Arnold and husband, Randy of McIntosh, NM, William Richmann and wife, JoAnn (Perea) of Albuquerque and Dominic Richmann of Truth or Consequences; five great-grandsons, Eric and Aaron Richmann of Albuquerque, Pierce and Kyle Arner of Salt Lake City, UT and Joshua Arnold of McIntosh, NM. She is also survived by her sister, Marlene Grewe; and sisters-in-law, Maria Niklas and Rosal Futterlieb, who live in Germany. Annie was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who cherished her family and friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A special thanks to: Lillian and Francisco Medina with Tender Loving Care and Bernadette Martinez of Zia Hospice for the excellent love and care they extended to Annie, our beloved mother. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, February 26, 2003, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, February 27, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Richard Olona, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Harrell S. Edwards, Zacarias Salazar, George J. Duda, Eric Richmann, Dominic Richmann, Joshua and Randy Arnold. Honorary pallbearers will be Pierce Arner, Kyle Arner and Aaron Richmann. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, February 26, 2003, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Sedillo -- Our hero, Justiniano"Justin" Sedillo, 78, passed peacefully at 1:30 a.m., on Tuesday, February 25, 2003 at Lovelace Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Evangelisto and Domitilia Ramos Sedillo; brothers, Roque, Herman and Anselmo Sedillo. He is survived by his three brothers, Diego, Gavino, both of Albuquerque, and Felix of El Paso, TX; sister, Alfides of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Sedillo was a proud Veteran of WWII. He attended schools at Monticello, Hillsboro and Socorro, NM. He was a farmer and rancher in Monticello prior to moving to Albuquerque, where he worked at Valley Gold Dairies and then for the State Highway Department. Mr. Sedillo suffered a serious accident while employed by the Highway Department, fracturing both of his legs. It was thought that he would never walk again, but through his strength and determination, he did walk. Mr. Sedillo took loving care of his aging parents until their death, and continued caring for his infirmed sister until the day he died. He loved sports, and was a great fan of the U.N.M. Lobos and Notre Dame. Mr. Sedillo was the initiator of the Annual Sierra County Reunion and several family reunions. He was the focal point of his family and many friends regarding events such as funerals, weddings, celebrations, etc. Mr. Sedillo was a very religious man with a strong faith. He was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, always giving a wonderful example to everyone he touched, especially his nephews and nieces, by the way he lived his life. Rosary will be recited Friday, February 28, 2003, at 7:30 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix NE. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 1, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., also at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Viewing at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Friday, February 28, 2003, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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West -- Lewis S. West, Sr., 82, was called to his heavenly home Monday, February 24, 2003.� He was born in Texas but was raised in Pie Town, NM and moved to Albuquerque in 1947. He is survived by his wife, Joanna; daughter, A'Dana Fowler and husband, Wayne, all of Albuquerque; son, Pastor Sid West and wife, Peggy, of Los Lunas, NM; grandchildren, Jerry Edmond Welch, Amy Welch and fiancée, Justin Wittosch; Kandy Behn and husband, Dr. Kevin Behn; Cindy Fletcher and husband, Brian Fletcher and Christina West and fiancée, Steven Bentley; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Weldon West and wife, Bonnie; Curtis West, Herschel West and wife, Joy, and Otho West and wife, Virginia; sisters, Inez Moore and Vivian Vaughn; sister-in-law, Bobbi West; and many, many relatives and friends and his church family at Sandia Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Grover and Ada West; sisters, Shirley Campbell and Zona Gish and brother, Elmo West. Mr. West was a Veteran of WWII and retired from the motor pool at Sandia National Labs after 34 years. Services will be held Saturday, March 1, 2003, 1:00 p.m. at Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution Ave. NE with Dr. Robert Butler and Pastor Sid West officiating. Interment will take place Monday, March 3, 2003, 11:00 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Pallbearers will be Dr. Kevin Behn, Ed Welch, Steven Bentley, Justin Wittosch, Tad West and Truman West. Honorary Pallbearers will be Weldon West, Curtis West, Herschel West, Otho West, Alvin Farmer, Sam Blaylock, Kenneth Nicholson, Bill Wadley and Brian Fletcher. Friends may visit French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, February 28, 2003, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 4004 Carlisle NE, Suite B, 87107 or Home Missions of Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution Ave. NE, 87112. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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