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Arnold -- Cecil B. Arnold, 83, a resident of Albuquerque, since 1968, died Thursday, March 13, 2003. An Infantry Captain in WWII, Cecil later owned and operated a successful automotive business in Santa Rosa, NM. While in Santa Rosa, He was an active member and served as president of the Chamber of Commerce. In 1968, he moved to Albuquerque. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Cleo Gallegos Arnold; his brothers; Alvin and wife, Shirley of Waco, Texas, and Kenneth and his wife, Nancy; and a sister, LuJeune and husband, Herb Adcock of Iowa Park, Texas; six children, Victor and Nancy Arnold of Las Cruces, NM, Jim and wife, Tobie Arnold of Mocksville, NC, Dennis and wife, Joy Arnold, Joyce and husband, Bill Butler, Mark Arnold and Jean and husband, Chuck Villamarin, all of Albuquerque; 17 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren (six living and one deceased). Cecil, an avid golfer was also a man of wisdom and great integrity. He was a long-time member of Risen Savior Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE at 5:00 p.m., Sunday. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at Risen Savior Catholic Community at 10:00 a.m. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, that donations in memory of Cecil be made to Casa Angelica, 5629 Isleta SW, Albuquerque, NM. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Carrejo -- Philip Joseph Carrejo, 32, a resident of Belen, NM., passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2003. Please call Romero Funeral Home for service times at (505) 864-8501, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Chavez -- In Loving Memory of Nora G. ChavezMy world is empty without you. The only comfort is in knowing that you're in Paradise.Deb
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Duran -- Lucinda "Lucy" Duran, age 81, went to be with the Lord on March 12, 2003 in Albuquerque, NM. Lucy was born in Wagon Mound, New Mexico on May 17, 1921. She always loved singing, and was one of the first New Mexicans to sing on the radio in Las Vegas, NM. She married Tony Duran in 1946. She was a longtime member of St. Bernadette's Catholic Church, and later Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church. She loved working with children with special needs. She was preceded in death by her husband Tony Duran Sr., her son, Tony"Buddy" Duran Jr., her mother, Ramoncita Marquez and her father, Marcial Marquez. She is survived by her sister, Edwina Sena and husband, Gilbert of Las Vegas, NM; son, Larry and wife, Judy of Albuquerque; daughter, Sandy Herrera of Los Lunas; son, Jerry and wife, Maureen of Omaha, Nebraska; son, Kevin and wife, Wendi of Boulder, Colorado; and daughter-in-law, Donna Duran of Albuquerque; 14 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren; and various nephews and nieces. Pallbearers will be Michael Herrera, Victor Herrera, Shaun Duran, Joe Duran, Josh Bryand, Kent Salazar, Joe J. Salazar and Lee Romero. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jennifer Padilla, Aaron and Zachary Padilla, Jackie Cheek, Tony Duran III, Jasmine Martinez, Savaunah and Chassity Herrera, Veronica Herrera, Antonio Herrera-Bryand, Veronica Chavez, Selena and Genesis Chavez, Christie Huggins, Susan Huggins, Michelle Duran, Tristen Sims, Amber Gonsalo, Margarita Gonsalo, Jessica Skaggs, Luke and Aaron Skaggs, and Lilli Duran. Rosary will be recited on Sunday, March 16, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Monday, March 17, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at John 23rd Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge NE 87111 with Reverend Ark Biczak officiating. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Sunday, March 16, 2003 at 12:00 p.m. until Rosary. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Gabaldon -- Gregory (Greg) Eugene Gabaldon Sr., 42, a resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico formerly of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully on March 14, 2003 with all of his loving family at his side. Greg is survived by his beloved wife, Christine; his children Erika, Ashley, D'Ana and Gregory Jr.; his mother, Mary Lou Gabaldon; his sisters, Elizabeth (Liz) Gabaldon and Dorothy Gabaldon; his brothers, Tom Gabaldon and wife, Terri, Rick Gabaldon and girlfriend, Josie Salazar and Walter Gabaldon Sr. and wife, Lisa; father-in-law, Vick Luera and wife, Rowena; sister-in-law, Corina and husband, Charles Cooke; brother-in-law, Adam Lueras and wife, Bliss; nieces and nephews, Chris and wife, Andrea, Joseph (Bert) and wife, Natasha, Diana Gabaldon and husband, David Sanchez Jr.,� Karen and husband, Jack, Carol, Camille and husband Ray, Rick Jr. (Chachi), Greg, Walter Jr., Candace, Amber and Nikki; great-nieces and nephews, Rachel, Chris Jr., Jazmine, Sarai, David Gregory III, Jazmine, Kristina, Katherine, Dominic, Marianna, Alycia; his beloved Godchildren, Joseph (Bert) Gabaldon, and David Gregory Sanchez III; Greg was preceded in death by his father, Norbert (Bert) P. Gabaldon. Greg was a member of the Catholic Church, and proud owner and operator of Gabaldon Mortuary. Arrangements are pending and will be announced. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861.
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Garcia -- Dora Lorraine Garcia. A Visitation will be Saturday morning from 9:30am until 10:00am at Victory Love Fellowship Church, 7201 Central NW with a Funeral Service to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Ernesto Gomez. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Stephen Barreras, Robert Gonzales, Kevin Gonzales, Christopher Gonzales, Paul Gonzales and Hoak. Honorary pallbearers will be all her nieces and nephews. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. 243-7861
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Giannini -- John H. Giannini, 75 and a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died on March 11, 2003. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving in the South Pacific during World War II. He was a charter member of B.P.O.E. in Belen and a member of the American Legion Post #99. Mr. Giannini retired from General Electric Aerospace as a supervisor with over 20 years of service. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Gloria M. Giannini; six children, Christina Ratchner of Albuquerque, Cheryl Keith and husband, Dan of Socorro, NM, Connie Dennis and husband, Ray of Moriarty, NM, Catherine Hannigan and husband, Mark of Tijeras, NM, Caraline Kincheloe and husband, Jeffrey of Los Angeles, CA, and John Joseph Giannini of Albuquerque; and his sister, Rita Borthwick and husband, Stan of San Diego, CA. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Marissa Hallett, Julie Hallett, Andrea Mungle, Elizabeth Mungle, Christopher Hannigan, Kevin Hannigan, Sarah Hannigan, Hunter Kincheloe and Kyle Kincheloe and a great-granddaughter, Anna. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Friday, March 14, 2003 at Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 15 at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, Wyoming at Paseo del Norte, with Fr. Francis Eggert as Celebrant. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to a favorite charity of your choice. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Golightly -- Jerran S. Golightly HAPPY 22nd BIRTHDAY March 14, 1981 - February 23, 2002 In your lifetime, you have given us far more gifts than we can count, yet, the ones we remember most are the ones you gave us from within, often with out realizing it. When you were a child, you gave us the gift of allowing us to see the world through your eyes and finding the beauty we had overlooked before. The many memories we've made, the love you have given, and the love we have for you are lifetime gifts. I want to thank you for all you have given us and let you know that one of the greatest gifts of all is the Joy that has been in our hearts since the first moment we held you in our arms. Though we can no longer hold you in our arms, we will carry you in our hearts every day of our lives. You are the music in our hearts. We Love you and Miss you dearly. Mom, Dad, Daniel, your loving family and friends.
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Harmer -- Gail Harmer, 55, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1993, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2003. Gail was born September 20, 1947 the daughter of Horace Lee and Ella Mae Pullin Ramsey in Oklahoma. She had been a Service Representative with the JC Penny Company; Gail had also volunteered for a number of years with the City of Rio Rancho at City Hall and with the Municipal Court; and she was a member of the Agape Community Church. She was preceded in death by her parents. Gail is survived by her husband of 35 years, Bill Harmer, of the family home; son, Rick Harmer and wife, Karla of California; one brother, Bruce Ramsey of Oklahoma; and two grandchildren, Anissa and Jessica Harmer. A Memorial Service for Gail will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with Pastor Jim Sandall officiating. Private interment will take place at a later time. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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Hoffman -- Harold S. Hoffman, LT. Col (retired), 82, passed away March 12, 2003 in Albuquerque. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Anne Salopek Hoffman; and seven devoted children, Harold Hoffman Jr., Judith Ann and husband, Patrick Murphy, Gloria Smelker, Bill and Elizabeth Hoffman, Robert Hoffman, Donald and Vicky Hoffman and Mary Hoffman; sisters, Anna Belle Burrow, and Mildred and husband, Clarence Hust; ten grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. Harold Hoffman retired civil service and military career span of 52 years, during which he received numerous medals and awards in service to his country. He will be dearly missed by many friends and family. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 14, 2003 in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 15, 2003 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church 1818 Coal Ave. Pl SE with Fr. Julian Russo Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Carrizozo Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Mother Cabrini Shrine 20189 Cabrini Blvd, Golden CO 80401. Arrangements under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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Hubbard -- Col. Raymond M. Hubbard, USAF (Ret.), 90, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died Thursday, March 6, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sarah Hubbard of Albuquerque; daughter, Stephanie Carter of Albuquerque; grandson, Barney W. Carter, Jr. Portland, OR; and brother, Theodore Hubbard of Temecula, CA. Mr. Hubbard had an honorable career in the Air Force having retired as a Colonel and Commander of Manzano Base. After retirement, Mr. Hubbard served in various capacities with the Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau. Cremation has take place and memorial services will be held Saturday, March 15, 2003, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Loomis -- Alejandro S. Loomis. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday morning at Holy Family Catholic Church at 8:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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lopez -- Consuelo Lopez. The family 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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Martinez -- Mrs. Maria Concepcion (Chonita) Martinez, age� 82,� was called home to be with the Lord on March 13, 2003. Mrs. Martinez was born March 22, 1920 in Alameda, NM. She is preceded in death by Donicio Martinez, Max Martinez; son, Loyola Stevens; grandson, Leroy Gutierrez; and four brothers. She is survived by her children, Donicio Jr. and wife, Margaret of Albuquerque, Adolfo Martinez and wife, Lorraine of Albuquerque, Rosalie Stevens of Albuquerque, Lugie Romo and husband, Rick of Anton Chico, NM, Vicentita Gutierrez and husband, Thomas of Bakersfield, CA, Jeanette Duran of Albuquerque, Theresa Romero and husband, Eusebio of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Lucy Stevens of Alameda; brother, Onofre Stevens of Alameda; 30 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many relatives, friends and neighbors. Funeral Services for Mrs. Martinez will be held on Monday at San Ignacio Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Dennis Martinez, Adam Martinez, Dennis Romo, Nestor Duran, Donny Rodarte and Matthew Astorga. Honorary pallbearers will be Larry Stevens, Danny Stevens, Peter Stevens, Anthony Lucero, Michael Astorga and the rest of the grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Martinez will be held on Sunday from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the Salazar & Sons Mortuary chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. at San Ignacio Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Mccrillis -- Dorothy McCrillis Winter, 93, a resident of Albuquerque/Rio Rancho since 1957, died Tuesday, March 11, 2003. She is survived by her son, Joel M. McCrillis of Rio Rancho; daughter-in-law, Suzanne Brouse of Haslett, MI; grandsons, David Brouse and wife, Jackie of Birdsboro, PA and Daniel Brouse and wife, Michelle of Wixom, MI; great-grandchildren, Sarah Gamet and husband, Ben of Lansing, MI, Courtney and Patrick Brouse of Wixom, MI; and great-great-grandchild, Myah Gamet. She was preceded in death by her husband, Col. Hugh Winter; and son, David Brouse. Dorothy worked for many years as a Dental Hygienist at Kirtland Air Force Base. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Unity School, 1901 NW Blue Parkway, Unity Village, MO 64065 in her name. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Rauber -- Rev. Roland John Rauber, 84, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 12 years, and coming from Grants, New Mexico, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2003. Rev. Rauber was born December 25, 1918 the son of John and Amalia Palmer Rauber in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He had been a minister with the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod for 59 years. In his spare time he enjoyed wood working. He was a member of the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. Rev. Rauber is survived by his wife, Wilma of the family home; two children, Paul Rauber of Rio Rancho, and JoAnna Adams of Rio Rancho; one sister, Mary Pretzel of Pecos, NM; and three grandchildren, Derek, Chelsea, and Logan Adams all of Rio Rancho. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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Ulibarri -- Isidro S. Ulibarri, 72, a resident of Las Nutrias, NM., peacefully passed away at his home onWednesday, March 12, 2003. He was a member of the San Isidro Catholic Church in Las Nutrias. Isidro retired from the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School after 20 years of outstanding service. He also retired from the Socorro County Landfill Department after serving ten years in the Las Nutrias landfill. He was a very friendly and outgoing person and he loved visiting with his family, neighbors and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Melecio in 1961; his mother, Evenea in 2002; and two brothers-in-law, Fred Hollingsworth in 1992 and Jose Griego also in 1992. He is survived by his eight brothers and sisters, Clorinda Hollingsworth of Oregon, Emma Griego of Albuquerque, NM, Robert Ulibarri of Las Nutrias, Mela Mendoza of Albuquerque; Fermin Ulibarri of Las Nutrias, Bernie Cordova and her husband, Leo of Veguita, NM; Manual Ulibarri of Las Nutrias; and Mary Chavez and her husband, Leo of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. All services will take place at the San Isidro Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the San Isidro Catholic Cemetery in Las Nutrias. Pallbearers will be his nephews, Mel and Ernest Mendoza, Robert and Kevin Ulibarri, and James and Eric Lucero. Please contact Romero Funeral Home for service times at (505) 864-8501, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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