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Ashland -- Mary Catherine Ashland (Cat/Kay), 86, a long time resident of Albuquerque, was born on May 13, 1916, in Hindsville, AR to Joseph and Gertrude Phillips. She was called home on March 7, 2003, after an illness of heart disease. Catherine is survived by her husband of 63 years, Edward L. Ashland; two daughters and their spouses, Sharon Richards and husband Darrell of Watsontown, Pennsylvania and Linda Dotson and husband James of Albuquerque; and a daughter-in-law, Charlotte Ashland of Eugene, Oregon. Catherine was preceded in death by a son, Donald E. Ashland. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Phillip and Mark Ashland of California, Matthew Ashland of Oregon, James Holloman of Pennsylvania, and Jessica, Nichol and Stephanie Dotson of Albuquerque; and six great-grandchildren. Catherine was a long time member of Crestview Baptist Church of Albuquerque. She was a devoted wife and mother, tirelessly giving to help anyone in need. She was loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. Services will be held on Friday, April 4, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Disposition will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. The family requests donations to a favorite charity in lieu of flowers. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Castillo -- Edward Henry Castillo, 63, a resident of Albuquerque since 1979, passed away on March 6, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Gayle Castillo of Albuquerque; children, Catherine Harvey of Albuquerque, Cheryl Castillo and partner, Lori Hules of Rio Rancho, David Castillo and wife, Pam of Albuquerque and Carolyn Sanchez and husband, Roy of Albuquerque; brothers, Richard Castillo and wife, Rita, Raymond Castillo and wife, Judith, Fred Castillo and wife, Trish, all of Gallup, NM; sister, Virginia Nuanez and husband, Frank also of Gallup, NM; eight grandchildren, Justin, Branden, Alex, Emily, Renee, Evelyn, David and Alsace. Edward retired in 1980 from the U.S. Navy after 23 years of service. Since November of 1984, Edward was employed by Kirtland Air Force Base as an Acquisition Flight Chief. Edward graduated from UNM in 1983. Memorial Service will take place on Monday, March 10, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at Kirtland Air Force Base Chapel, with Chaplain Amy L. Hunt, officiating. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Chavez -- John Hudson Chavez, 87, and a longtime resident of Gallup, died on March 6, 2003 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in Sugarett, NM to Sefarino and Delia Hern Chavez. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. An avid golfer, he golfed five days a week and shot"his age" and under until his death. He was a baseball umpire, umpiring the Connie Mack Word Series for seven years. As the coach for Rehoboth Mission High School, he led the baseball team to the State Championship. He also played the sport and managed the semi-pro baseball team,"Gamerco". Mr. Chavez was honored to receive the key to the city of Gallup when July 31, 1991 was declared"Hudson Chavez Day". Mr. Chavez is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mary Chavez of Albuquerque; children, Bernie Chavez of Aurora, CO and Elaine Deland of San Francisco, CA; sisters, Martha Hooker and Carmen Lubke; and several loving nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at Temple Baptist Church, 1613 Arizona Street NE with Pastor J. Curtis Goldman officiating. Inurnment will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 13 in Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to Temple Baptist Church or a favorite charity in memory of John H. Chavez. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Chavez -- Jose Jose A. Chavez,"Sharkie" 10-24-34 to 03-10-02Sharkie, I can't believe it's been a year since we said good-bye. The days, weeks, and months have been so long. We all miss you so much! I love you always, Cecilia
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Christenson -- Geraldine F."Gerri" Christenson, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Tuesday, March 4, 2003. She is survived by her sons, Brian E. Christenson and wife, Margaret of Albuquerque and Jon R. Christenson and wife, Ann of Belen; grandchildren, Erik Christenson and wife, Jessica of Minneapolis, MN, Amy Christenson, Betsy Christenson, both of Belen, James Melton and wife, Chelan of Springfield, TN and Carol Lowe and husband, David of Los Lunas; great-grandchildren, Elijah Christenson, David Melton, Christopher Melton, Maranda Melton, Troy Lowe and Zachary Lowe; sister, Vivian Madsen of Geneva, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews.� Mrs. Christenson was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Harold E. Christenson; and son, Norton Payne Christenson.� She was associated with the Girls Scouts of America for over 80 years.� Mrs. Christenson also was a member of the Christian Women's Club of Albuquerque. She was a longtime member of Immanuel Presbyterian Church.� Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Monday, 3:00 p.m., at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle NE, with Rev. Joyce Lieberman and Rev. Chris Lieberman officiating.� Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE, 87110 or to the Girl Scouts of Chaparral Council, 4000 Jefferson Plaza NE, 87109. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Franchini -- Oreste Oreste (Rusty) Franchini January 21, 1921 - March 10, 2000 We love you and miss you. Lynne, Denny, Michele, Anthony, David and Maureen
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Gonzales -- A mass will be celebrated for Mr. Jake J. Gonzales today at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church 4th and Alameda, at 9:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 noon Arrangements entrusted to the Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 3rd Street SW 247-4124
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Katz -- K. Dianne Katz was born Thursday, September 11, 1947 in Los Angeles, CA. She died Friday, March 7, 2003 in Albuquerque, NM after a valiant battle with cancer. Dianne was preceded in death by her father, Walter Katz and stepfather, Alton Garner. She is survived by her mother, Lucile Garner; uncle, Tony Tagliaferro; aunt, Jenny McNeil and numerous cousins, friends and colleagues. Dianne attended and graduated from St. Vincent's Academy in Albuquerque. She was longtime member of St. Charles Borremo Church. Dianne received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New Mexico in June, 1969 and from the School of Law in May 1972. She was admitted to practice law in August 1972. Dianne was presented the UNM School of Law Dean's Award on April 27, 1972, for"unselfishly giving of her time and energies in the service of the students, the faculty, and the School of Law." Dianne served on the Board of Directors of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of New Mexico. In 2000, the New Mexico Women's Bar Association presented Dianne with the"Golden Hammer Award" for her meticulous building of the Habitat for Humanity House. But for Dianne, many, many clients would have been without the exacting, dedicated representation to which she dedicated her life. Regardless of whether a person in need could never pay her, could only pay her $1, or, promised to pay her mere pennies per month, Dianne took care of all her clients in the same way-with all the love and care she had to give. The legal community is indebted to her. She was a member of Pilot Club since 1980, serving as Governor of the Southwest District of Pilot Club International in 1991. Dianne will be remembered as a unique and special person who touched the lives of her family, friends and clients. Rosary will be recited Sunday, March 9, 2003, 7:15 p.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE, with Deacon John Russo reciting. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Monday, March 10, 2003, 9:30 a.m., at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church with Fr. Robert A. Chabot, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Martin Barker, Fred Wilson, Tony Tagliaferro, William Epler, John Chiado, Jr., Don D. Johnson and Samuel Roll. Honorary Pallbearers will be Betty Reed, Barbara V. Johnson, Muriel McClelland, Loretta Libby Atkins, Peter H. Johnstone, Judy Montano, Brett McNeil, Justice Gene E. Franchini, Judge James F. Blackmer, and Judge Robert H. Scott. Friends may visit at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE Sunday, March 9, 2003 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, 87106. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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King -- Harriett M. King, went home to be with her Lord on March 7, 2003. She passed away at her family home. She was born March 20, 1911, in Akron, Ohio, the third of nine children to Vaso and Sabeta Oluska Majarov. She married Darold F. King in 1938. They lived in Akron, Ohio until moving to Albuquerque in 1981. She was preceeded in death by her husband in 1989. She is survived by a brother Malcom Majarov of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and sister Violet King of Albuquerque, numerous nieces, nephews, and grandnieces and grandnephews. Special thanks to Lovelace Hospice for their compassionate care. Services will he held Tuesday, March 11, 2003, at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors. Burial will take place in Akron Ohio, Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Humane Society. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. N.E. 884-1188
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Lane -- Angie Lane, age 80, a lifelong resident of New Mexico died February 24, 2003. Angie was born on May 12, 1922 in Dawson, New Mexico to Felix Horacek and Antonia Starkovich. Survivors include her daughter, Carol and husband, Bill Valentine; granddaughter, Velvet Valentine; brother, John Horacek, wife, Betty and their family of Grants, NM. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Francis Lane in 1993. Francis and Angie were active in the National Association of Retired & Veteran Railway Employees. A Memorial Rosary and Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on March 11, 2003 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Fr. Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of NM or Vista Care Inpatient Hospice 601 Martin Luther King Blvd NE unit 10 West. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE 884-1188
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Lara -- Joseph Forever in our hearts Joseph C. Lara IV December 21, 1995 March 10, 1997 Fourteenth months and seventeen daysSix years have passed since I held you in my arms. Thank God I remember your silly laugh, your bright smile, your true love for me. I was blessed to have you for as long as I did. I love you so much, and that will never change. Your grandpa Chris has joined you and I know you met him at the pearly gates. Give him a kiss for me. Loving you always, Your Mommy Christy G. Anaya
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Lente -- Joe L."Buster" Lente, a native of Isleta Pueblo, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 8, 2003, at the age of 81, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lillian Lente of Albuquerque; Son, Leonard Lente and wife Nancy of Isleta; Daughter, Joanne Lente of Los Lunas, New Mexico; Grandson, Kevin Lente and wife Susie of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; Granddaughter, Kim Artman and husband Rick of Moriarity, New Mexico; Four Great-Grandchildren, Alex, Courtney and Brannan Artman of Moriarity, New Mexico and Daisy Lente of Rio Rancho; Brother, Alfred Lente and wife Wanda of Isleta; a Special and dedicated niece, Verna Fender and husband Jim of Albuquerque; and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Buster was preceded in death by his mother, Theresa Lente of Isleta Pueblo; sisters, Julia Culver, Eleanor Jojola, Carlota Jaramillo, Margaret Tabet, Erma Lujan and brother, John C. Lucero. Buster proudly served his country during World War II in the United States Army. He enlisted on August 1, 1942 in Santa Fe, New Mexico with Co. E, the 180th Infantry and was a Tech 4. He was discharged honorably on July 3, 1946 from Fort Sam in Houston, Texas. Buster received the good conduct medal, victory ribbon, 1 service stripe campaign ribbon with 4 bronze stars, 1 bronze arrowhead, campaign ribbon, Army of Occupation ribbon and 6 overseas service bars. He served in Naples, Sicily and Rome. Buster was faithful and honest to his country. After his discharge he attended and completed accounting courses and Business Administration at Albuquerque Business College. He retired from Kirtland Air Force Base on December 1979. Buster traveled frequently to Italy with his wife. He enjoyed bowling, gardening, hunting, working with his computer and visiting with family and friends. Buster was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, and in his earlier years, as a young man was, an alter boy at St. Augustine Church, Isleta Pueblo. He was a past member of the V.F.W. Post 401 and a member of the Italian Club and the Coronado Club, Kirtland Air Force Base. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and the many friends who loved him. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, March 11, 2003, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, March 12, 2003, 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Road NE, 87112. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico. with military honors by American Legion Post 22. Presentation of the American Flag will be to Lillian Lente. Pallbearers will be Kevin Lente, Robert Mitchell, Mike Baca, Randy Austin, Rick Artman and Pete Bachechi. Honorary pallbearers will be Vernon Fender, Jim Fender, Alfred Lente, Greg Culver and Michael Baca. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, March 11, 2003 from 6:00 p.m. to time of rosary. In lieu of flowers, donations in Buster's memory may be made to the World War II Memorial, P.O. Box 96074, Washington D.C. 20090-6074. Buster's entire family would like to give a very special thanks to Quality Continum Hospice and Denise, Daisy, Sam, Tim and Envencio for their very special help and care given to him. French Mortuary Lomas Blvd. Chapel 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE
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Lightfoot -- Richard Wayne. Richard Wayne Lightfoot, born December 23, 1965, in Carrizozo, New Mexico, passed away on March 5, 2003, at his home in Albuquerque. Richard was a teacher at Dennis Chavez Elementary and had been there since August of 1992. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Waymon and one uncle, Edward. Richard is survived by his mother, Dorothy Nell and grandmother, Dorothy of Corona. Two Uncles, George and wife Margaret of Corona, Wayne and wife Karen of Animas and a Cousin, Tomee of Las Cruces. also cousins: Clay, Bonnie and Mackenzie of Moriarty, Cody and Shannon of Edgewood. Also Denise, Scott and Allison of Martin, Travis and RoeAnne of Corona, Tye, Julie and Kallen of Las Cruces. Also, JoLynn and Shannon of Artesia, Allen, Marti, Eric and Sara of Roswell and Michelle and Monica of Scotsdale, Arizona. also surviving him are, his great aunt, Jimmie Hazen, their sons, James and wife Gay and family of Tucumcari Jerry and wife Donna and family of Mesquero. Also great uncles Otis Mabry of Lovington and his daughter Linda and Husband Verlin Smith and family of Midland, Texas. Earl Maynard and family of Ft. Towson and many many very special friends. Memorial Services will be held at the Corona Presbyterian Church in Corona on Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 10:30 a.m.. Rev. Cal West of the Baptist Church of Corona will officiate. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Charity of your choice. Arrangements with Harris-Hanlon Mortuary of Mountainair 847-2331.
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Lovato -- Saturnino Lovato Died Friday at the age of 82. A Mass will be celebrated at the San Jose Catholic Church� at 9:00 AM Tuesday, burial will be�at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 AM, Pallbearers will be Tony Teague, Chris Lovato, Raymond Lovato, Dominic Kittredge, Peter Giles and Raymond Jaramillo, Honorary Pallbearers will be Isaac Jaramillo, Elijah Giles and Isaiah Jaramillo. A rosary will be recited Today at 7:00� p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St SW
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Moya -- Manuelita, 1917-2003. Manuelita T. Moya, 85, a resident of Peralta, passed away on Saturday March 8, 2003. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta. Mrs. Moya is survived by her husband Jesus Moya, her children Jessie Vallejos and her husband Raymond, Placido Price and his wife Isabel, George Price and his wife Mary Ann, Mary Lou Sandoval and her husband Thomas, Josephine Trillo and her husband Jose M., and Margaret Moya, and many loving grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Moya will begin at 7:00 PM Monday March 10, 2003 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta with a rosary to be recited at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday morning March 11 at 11:00 a.m. also at Our Lady of Guadalupe with Father Albert Gallegos officiating. Burial will follow in the Peralta Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andrew Price, Billy Chavez, Kevin Chavez, Nathaniel Davila, Andrew Price Jr., and Martin Aragon. The family would especially like to thank Dr. Kick and Dr. Deflece along with all of the Lovelace staff and Lovelace Hospice for the exceptional care given to their wife and mother, and also to the Legion of Mary from Our Lady of Guadalupe. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home 864-4448.
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Padilla -- Michael In Memory of:Michael (Mickey) A. Padilla July 2, 1974 March 10, 1995 There isn't a day that goes by that we don't think about you. You are always in or minds. If only love could have saved you; you never would have died. We miss you so very much. We will love you forever. Your friends and family!
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Ragan -- Frank Ragan, age 68, died peacefully Friday, March 7, 2003. He leaves behind his wife of 30 years Cathy. He was my best friend, lover and husband and will be missed greatly. Cremation has taken place. At Franks request, an informal memorial celebration and scattering of his ashes will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in the Rose Garden, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE., on Wednesday, March 12, 2003 at 4:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th St. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Rybacki -- Marlene Rybacki, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Tuesday, March 4, 2003.� She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Ray Rybacki of Albuquerque; daughters, Toni Rodrigues of Santa Rosa, California, Rhonda Howard and husband, Jeff of Sparks, Nevada and Renee Baker and husband, Kevin of Sun Valley, NV; son, Chris Rybacki and wife, Holly of Los Lunas, New Mexico; grandchildren, Marc Miller, Ben Furrow, Camille Rybacki, Madison Baker, Ryan Rybacki, Gabriel Howard, and soon-to-be-born, Gregory Howard; sisters, Jean Packard and Susan Jarzabski.�Mrs. Rybacki was preceded in death by two sons-in-law; Jim Miller and Rick Rodrigues; her grandson, Kent Howard; and her sister, Karen Holl. She worked with her husband for 10 years at the Red Wing Shoe Store on Menaul Blvd., and more recently, as a bookkeeper with New Mexico Software.�Mrs. Rybacki attended Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque.�She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and a world-class Memiere.�A memorial service will be held Tuesday, March 11, 2003, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Monday, March 10, 2003, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Scrimshire -- Wiebke Ann Scrimshire, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2003.�She was born May 27, 1933 in Weatherford, Oklahoma.�Parents Ed and Elizabeth Umbach. Wiebke attended school at a multi-grade country school and Weatherford public schools where she graduated from high school in 1951.�She further attended Southwestern Oklahoma State University where she received a degree in education in 1955.�She taught school in Geary, Oklahoma for 4 years.�Married Norton Scrimshire September 1, 1959.�She and Norton celebrated 44 years of marriage, while he served in the Oklahoma and New Mexico Annual Conferences of the United Methodist Church.�She was active in the United Methodist Women groups in all the churches where she was a member.�Wiebke was a member of the Clayton chapter #8 Order of Eastern Star.�She was a member of the Chapter AM PEO.�Wiebke was preceded in death by her parents.�She is survived by her husband, 4 children, Diane and her husband, Steve Reed of Dallas, Texas, Deborah Scrimshire of Albuquerque, David Scrimshire and his wife, Priscilla of Dallas Texas and Dan Scrimshire of Albuquerque; one sister, Carleen Clear of Weatherford, Oklahoma; one grandchild, Paul Scrimshire of Dallas, Texas; 7 nieces; 4 nephews; and numerous grand nieces and grand nephews.� Memorial services will be held�Monday, 2:00 p.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper Ave. NE.�Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper Ave. NE, 87106 or to the New Mexico Methodist Foundation, 7920 Mountain Rd. NE, 87110 or a charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Vigil -- Donald. Mr. Donald F. Vigil, 70, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on March 5, 2003.� Mr. Vigil is survived by four daughters, Mary Margaret Cordova, Mary Helen Herrera, Donna Frances Martinez and JoAnn Aguilar and husband, Gerard; one brother, Norman Vigil and wife, Mary; one sister, Lola Vigil; five grandchildren, Dennis, Sara, Christopher, Gerard Jr. and Aubrey; one great-grandson, Noah Cordova.�He was preceded in death by his wife, Sally.�Mr. Vigil was a Veteran of the U. S. Marine Corps, serving during the Korean Conflict.�Private disposition has taken place.�Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. 243-7861
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