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Anderson -- Virginia Anderson, 74, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, March 15, 2003. She was a member of the San Clemente Catholic Church, Alter Society, PTA of Los Lunas, and the Valencia County Extension Club. She worked at the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School as a secretary for many years. Virginia enjoyed her many friendships made while participating in the activities at the Los Lunas Senior Citizens Center. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, James"Jim" in 2000; her son, Philip Eamon in 1958; and her two brothers, Stanley and Gilbert Bocell. She is survived by her eight children, Catherine Anderson of Albuquerque; Stephen Anderson and his wife, Linda of Woodland Park, CO; Helen Anderson of Anton Chico, NM; Maurine Davis and her husband, Michael of Rio Rancho; Loraine Sanchez and her husband, Donald of Los Lunas; Paul S. Anderson and his wife, Wanda of Albuquerque; and Dolores Yarosz and her husband, Ted of Troy, TX; 13 loving grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews."Sister" is also survived by her brother, Robert Bocell of TX. A viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home on Monday, March 17, 2003 at 5:30pm followed by a Rosary at 6:00pm. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at the San Clemente Catholic Church at 10:00am with interment following at the Los Lentes Catholic Cemetery. Virginia's family would like to thank her special friends, Laura and Cynthia , for their compassionate friendship and also to the Presbyterian Hospice for their loving care towards her. Please make all donations in Virginia's name to the American Association of Retarded Citizens (505) 883-4630 or the Cancer Association of your choice. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen NM 87002.
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Aragon -- Herman"Adam" Aragon."Adam" was born November 18, 1970. He resided in Albuquerque for 25 years, and currently resided in Los Lunas for the past seven years. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Priscilla Trujillo and Frank Aragon. Adam is survived by his wife, Valerie Chavez-Aragon; children, Janea, Justine, Little Adam, and Joleen, all of Los Lunas; parents, Frank and Esther Aragon of Albuquerque; three brothers, Frank Jr., Paul, and Patrick, all of Albuquerque; mothers-in-law, Annie and Emma Chavez both of Albuquerque; brother-in-law, Johnnie Ray Barela; grandpa, Ermenes Trujillo; Goddaughter, Angelica Aragon; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Holy Spirit Charismatic Catholic Church, 919 Goff SW., (Goff and Bridge). A prayer service will be held on Monday, March 17, 2003 at 7:00pm. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 2003, with burial following. Pallbearers will be Herman, Gene, William, Dominic, Johnny Ray, and Danny. Honorary pallbearers will be Little Adam, Frankie Ray, Vincent, and Marcos. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. Albuq. ¯505-3443-8008.
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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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Barclay -- Jaunita Hannah Barclay, age 90, went home to her precious Lord Jesus on March 13, 2003 in Albuquerque. Born Wanetta Hiawatha Hannah of Cherokee and Scottish parentage, she lived in Oklahoma Indian Territory until her teens when she moved to Arizona with a sister. There she married Frank Herbert Yoakum and had a daughter, Frankie, who survives her and lives in Bernalillo, NM with her husband, Otis Rose. Surviving grandchildren are Norie, her husband, Frank and son, David and Thomas Rose and son, Christopher. Later in life she married Richard Netz and was in the restaurant business with him for 35 years. From this marriage numerous stepchildren, grandchildren and great-grandchildren call Jaunita their mother and grandmother. She had a great love for all of her children, and they were a blessing to her. After being widowed, she married Charles Barclay in Phoenix, AZ and lived with him until he passed away. Jaunita had a special love for vibrant colors and was an accomplished artist, producing many beautiful oil paintings throughout her life. She is also survived by Velmer Ashley who was so dear to her; two half-sisters, Lois Colvin and LaVida Seminera and their families of Arizona; and many other relatives and friends, each of whom she cherished. After cremation Jaunita will rest beside her father, William"Buck" Hannah at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery in Phoenix. A Memorial Service will be held in Phoenix during April. The family wishes to thank the staff at Las Palomas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their care and loving concern given to our Mother during her time there. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Bowers -- Roger L. Bowers, 85, passed away Friday, March 7, 2003 at Presbyterian Hospice. Son of Charles Jacob and Grace Bowers, he was born in Hagerstown, Maryland. He was preceded in death by Bessie, his wife of 48 years. Roger had a love of flying and began at an early age offering 25 cent rides and thrills in his open cockpit plane to adventurous residents of small farming communities along the east coast. During World War II, he supervised work on commercial and military passenger and cargo aircraft in Canada and Alaska. Following the war, he served as a private pilot and Designated Maintenance Inspector for the Federal Aviation Authority of the eastern Nevada territory. As the aviation industry grew, so did Roger's contributions. He became Chief Inspector for F89, B45 and B50 aircraft and guidance systems; testing of experimental jet engines for the F2H, A3D and F7U; testing the Supersonic Ejection System for the F106 with live subjects; testing the prototype models of the F102, F106, 340 Airliner and the B36D Bomber. Years spent in aviation moved him from quality control supervision of small aircraft to airliners, carriers to missiles, and eventually to the Apollo Mission project. Roger and Bessie opened an antique shop in La Mesilla, New Mexico in 1969 and became owner/operators of El Mirasol Picture Frames in Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Clovis. Roger lived in Albuquerque since 1978 and will be missed by his daughter, Peggy Elliott and husband, Gene of Las Cruces; granddaughter, Dunri Breedon and husband, Dan of Chico ,California; grandson, Clay Elliott and wife, Minda of Moreno Valley, California; and much-adored great-grandchildren, Jacob and Annalysia Elliott and Garrett Breedon. Roger was preceded in death by sisters, Evelyn Wade, Genevieve Cook, Geraldine Berry, Delores Steortz, Gene Dietrick; and brothers, Charles, Kenneth and James. Cremation has taken place at his request. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The family thanks the outpatient and hospital nurses and caregivers of Presbyterian Hospice and Dr.James Liebmann for their compassionate care. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice or The American Cancer Society.¯ Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq.¯ 505-343-8008.
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Dominguez -- Joaquin Dominguez. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss; and for the beautiful floral tributes, cards, food, and prayers. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Funeral services were entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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Duran -- Floran M. Duran, a lifetime resident of Alameda in Albuquerque, was gracefully embraced by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 14, 2003, at the age of 78. Preceded in death by his mother and father Meliton and Nora Duran. He is survived by four daughters, Debbie Sandburg and husband Marc, Sandra Diaz, Elenor Key and husband Denny, and Sally Bryant and husband Larry; brothers, Romeo and wife Betty and Charlie Duran and wife Lillian; sisters, Lala Lucero, Ruth Santillanes and husband Elifas, Marcella Lucero and husband Placido, and Ocariz West and husband George; Sixteen grandchildren, thirty-one great grandchildren. He was a member of the American Legion Post 118 and American Legion Post 69. He was founder of the Alameda Riders and President for 32 years until his retirement. His riding club participated in many parades in Albuquerque and around the state as well as participating in grande entries at the New Mexico State Fair and other rodeos. His club was the recipient of many trophies and awards through the years. He was very proud of his riding club and dedicated to its success. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Monday, March 17, 2003 from 6-8 p.m. at French Mortuary. Services will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. also at French Mortuary, with Pastors Ron Mansdoerfer and Marvin Capehart officiating. Pallbearers are Kevin Salazar, Julian Mares, Dominic Trujillo, Gregory Thompson, Alex Portillo, and Johnny Bryant. Honorary pallbearers are Marc Sandburg, Larry Bryant, Denny Key, Tim Eastman, Edward Palacio and Darren Day. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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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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Funcke -- Dale F. Funcke, 62, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Wednesday, February 26, 2003. He is survived by his daughter, Deanna Skiles and husband Stephen of Swansea, IL; sisters, Marcedes Rauch and husband Herb of Lincolnshire, IL, Dorothymarie Funcke, and Karen Lynch and husband John, all of Albuquerque; and niece, Constance Ann Vail of Springfield, IL. Dale was preceded in death by his sister Delores Alhorn; mother, Olinda Kirsch; father, Arthur Funcke; and stepfather, Clarence Kirsch. Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, March 18, 2003, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, recited by the Marianites. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 19, 2003, at 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE 87110, with Father Ronald Bruckner, Celebrant. Ennichement of cremains will follow at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, 1202 Pennsylvania NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110, (505)724-4670, or The Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87108, (505)255-5523. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Gabaldon -- Mr. Gregory (Greg) Eugene Gabaldon Sr., 42, a resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico, formerly of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on March 14, 2003 with his loving family at his side. Greg loved the outdoors, he loved to go fishing, hunting and ride his motorcycle, but most of all Greg loved his family. Greg is survived by his beloved wife Christine Gabaldon; his children, Erika, Ashley, D'Ana, and Gregory Jr.; his mother, Mary Lou Gabaldon; his sisters, Elizabeth Gabaldon and Dorothy Gabaldon; his brothers, Tom Gabaldon and wife Terri, Rick Gabaldon and girlfriend Josie Salazar, and Walter Gabaldon Sr. and wife Lisa; sister in law, Corina Cook and husband Charles; brother in law, Adam Luera and wife Bliss; nieces and nephews, Christopher Gabaldon and wife Andrea, Joseph Gabaldon (Bert) and wife Natasha, Diana Gabaldon and husband David Sanchez, Karen Martinez and husband Jack, Carol Gabaldon, Camille Rodriguez and husband Ray, Rick Jr. (Chachi), Greg Padilla, Walter Jr., Candace, Amber and Nikki; great nieces and nephews, Rachel, Chris Jr., Jazmine, Sarai, David Gregory I I I, Jazmine, Kristina, Katherine, Jazmine, Dominic, Marianna, and Alycia; his beloved Godchildren who loved dearly, Joseph (Bert), and David Gregory I I I. Greg was preceeded in death by his father, Norbert (Bert) P. Gabaldon (1987). Greg was a member of the Catholic Church, and a proud owner and operator of Gabaldon Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Sunday afternoon at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW, at 2:00pm by Monsignor Sipio Salas, Deacon Juan Barajas, Deacon Harry Beare, and Deacon Manuel Montoya. Final Visitation will be Monday morning from 10:30am until 11:00am with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00am. Interment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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Gabaldon -- The family of Pete S. Gabaldon would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautifu floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Tom Greaney, Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, celebrant of the Mass, to Gabriella Nieto for reciting the Rosary and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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Garcia -- The family of Dora Lorraine Garcia would like to thank all their relatives and friends would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Pastor Ernesto Gomez, Victory Love Fellowship Church and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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Grant -- Harry L. Grant Jr., 23, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on March 13, 2003. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 1, 1979. Harry had attended Cibola High School. He was very fond of all different kind of music and was known by his family for being loving and polite. He was a long time member of Gospel Light Baptist Church in Rio Rancho. Harry will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his maternal grandmother, Janice Horgen and her fiancČ Raymond Towers; mother Debbie Grant and partner Mike Gomez; father Harry Grant of Wyoming; sister Terry Grant of Los Lunas; stepsister Mary Gomez and her children Michael and Angelena; niece Deandra and nephew Nicholas; great-aunt and uncle Muriel and Henry Parker of Albuquerque, the entire Grant family, many cousins, and a host of special friends. A visitation will be held in the Chapel of Sunrise Funeral Options on Monday, March 17, 2003 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow at Gospel Light Baptist Church, 1500 Southern Blvd in Rio Rancho at 3:00 p.m. Cremation will follow. Services under the care of Sunrise Funeral Options 2400 Southern Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM (505) 891-9192
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Gutierrez -- The family of Diana Gutierrez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Robert Lancaster, St. Anne Catholic Church, celebrant of the Mass, to Deacon Tibo for reciting the Rosary and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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Hess -- IN MEMORY OF DEBRA JEAN WADE HESS September 10, 1957 - March 16, 2001On the day your were born we knew you were God's most precious gift to us. On March 16, 2001 God wanted you back, and our Gift now walks the streets of gold with no more pain and suffering. Two year's ago when you left us, we felt your loss, but God gave us the strength to go on. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS. Love Mom, Dad, Jr., Rhonda & Family, John & Family, Christy & Family, and Mike & Family.
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Hunker -- June Bishop Hunker, born June 2, 1919, passed away Monday, March 10, 2003. She is survived by her four daughters, Mary Helen Follingstad; Caroll A. Follingstad and her husband, Richard H. Follingstad; Marion Reynolds and her husband, Thomas F. Seamans; and, C. Christine Dougherty and her husband, Frank M. Dougherty. She is also survived by her four grandchildren: Stephanie K. Reynolds and her husband, Matthew Johnson; Deborah C. Follingstad; Eric R. Follingstad and wife, Cristiane Oliviera; and, Gretel R. Follingstad. A lifelong resident of New Mexico, she was predeceased by her father, Carl A. Bishop and her mother, Ruth McConnell Bishop. She loved her children and excelled at being a grandmother, and had many lifelong friends. She was an avid gardener, supporter of the Santa Fe Opera and traveled extensively. A memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorial contributions be made in her honor to the Santa Fe Opera, P.O. Box 2371, Santa Fe, NM 87504. Thank you to the following: Dr. William Summers; and, to the staffs at Vista del Rio and Camino Vista for their care. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Ives -- Dorothy M. Ives, a resident of Rio Rancho for 22 years, passed away on March 13, 2003. She is survived by her husband, John Ives of Rio Rancho; daughter, Rosemae Ives of Rio Rancho; son, Michael Ives of US Air Force, Italy; parents, Fred and Roselee Davis of Albuquerque; brother, Carl Davis of Albuquerque and 1 grandson, Seth Ives of Corrales. Dorothy was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Daughters, Auxiliary to the Knights of Columbus. She loved bowling in the Rancho Runners Bowling League. Rosary will be recited on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho, with Father Bolman, celebrant. Friends may visit French Mortuary - Westside Chapel on Sunday one hour prior to rosary. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Jordan -- James G. Jordan, 80, passed away March 11, 2003. He was born June 20, 1922 in Tucumcari, NM to James O. Jordan and Vera Greer Jordan. James enlisted in the Army Air Corps on Jan 11, 1941, serving in North Africa and Italy during WWII. He received numerous awards and medals in service to his country. After his retirement from the US Air Force, with over 20 yrs of service, he was an active member of the VFW, American Legion, AF Sgt. Assn, and Elks Lodge, and spent a considerable amount of time serving the military related agencies. On February 3, 1945, he married Rita Proulx, and is survived by Rita and their 6 children; sons, Robert & wife, Bobbi, of Strongsville, OH, Randy & wife, Cindy, of De Moines, IA, Patrick & wife, Pam, of Phoenix, AZ; daughters, Linda & husband, Jim, Bego of Ridgecrest, CA, Carol & husband, Steve, Onder of Scottsdale, AZ, Darlene and husband, Joe, Raymond of De Moines, IA; sisters, Pluma Ringer, Nola & husband, Buster Charles, of Phoenix, AZ, Gayle Jordan of Redwood City, CA,; brothers, William Oscar Jordan and wife, Virginia, of Santa Fe, NM, and Paris (Doty) Jordan and wife, Jo Nelle, of Los Lunas, NM; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be conducted at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on March 21, 2003 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society at 5800 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM (1-800-227-2345).
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Lagrange -- Robert Isaac LaGrange. No services will be held at this time for Robert Isaac LaGrange, 77, of Roswell who passed away Thursday, March 13, 2003 at his home. Mr. LaGrange will be cremated according to his wishes. Robert was born on January 8, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York to Isaac LaGrange and Frances Walsh LaGrange. Both parents preceded him in death as well as one brother, John LaGrange. On March 10, 1994 Robert married Eva M. Magura in Las Vegas, Nevada. She survives him at the family home. Robert was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps and a survivor of Iwo Jima. He was very proud of his service record and he always said,"Once a Marine always a Marine". Robert was head of the Regulation and Licensing Department for the State of New Mexico until his retirement. However after his retirement he went back to work as a Loan Consultant for the Bank of the Southwest. He and his wife moved to Roswell in 1996 from Albuquerque. While in Albuquerque, he was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, the National Rifle Association, the Lions Club, a life member of the V.F.W., as well as the Sitzmaker Ski Club. While in Roswell he became a member of the Roswell Gun Club. Robert was of the Catholic faith. Survivors include his wife, Eva LaGrange of Roswell; son, Michael LaGrange of Club Land, GA; daughter, Suzanne LaGrange of Missoula, MT; sister, Suzanne Ragland of Seaford, NY; grandson, Jake LaGrange of Missoula, MT. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Ballard Funeral Home, Roswell, NM.
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Landis -- W. Calvin Landis, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1935, died Friday, March 14, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 37 years Bessie Mae Landis of Albuquerque; sons, Calvin Landis of Martinez, CA, Dr. Kerby Landis of Walnut Creek, CA and Troy Pults and wife, Phyllis of Yukon, OK; daughters, Donna K. Clayton of Glendale, AZ, and Reba Renner of Bremerton, WA; sister, Bessie L. Johnson of Albuquerque; brother, John B. Landis of Sacramento, CA; 10 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Mr. Landis was born on a homestead ranch in Fields, NM Territory, which is 35 miles NW of Clovis. He traveled by covered wagon to Clovis three or four times a year to buy staples. He moved closer to Clovis and finished school there in 1931. Mr. Landis was a manager of Safeway stores before the war and worked as a railroad brakeman and conductor in Belen, NM, during the war years. He was an earthmoving contractor since 1966 retiring when he was 86 years old. Mr. Landis was a founding member of FFA of America and longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church having served in various offices in the church. Memorial services will be held Monday, March 17, 2003, 1:00 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver SE, with Pastor Tom Beach officiating. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Leach -- Edna Leach passed away Tuesday morning March 11, 2003 at Albuquerque Regional Medical Center. Her passing was due to complications from diabetes and heart failure. Edna is survived by two sons, Jeff Leach of Edgewood and Terry Leach of Albuquerque. She has two grandchildren, Heather and Josh Leach. She also has a sister, Oma, living in Texas and her family. Edna is preceded in death by her husband, Gene Leach; her parents; and two brothers. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel at The Encino Terrace apartments where Edna lived and enjoyed good times with friends. We will miss her a lot and will hold her in our hearts with love.
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Lightle -- Paul Charles Lightle, 84, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday March 12, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Fern Lightle, sons; David Lightle and wife Millie, Craig Lightle both of Albuquerque, Mark Lightle and wife Margie of Farmington, NM, Brian Lightle, Kim Lightle and wife, Sheryl; ten grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Paul was born in Arizona and received his undergraduate degrees from the University of Arizona. He then went on to receive his PHD in Plant Pathology¯ from The University of California at Berkley. Paul had a 35-year career with the Federal Government. He was also a retired Lieutenant Commander in the Naval Reserve. During Paul¯s working career he was involved in many Civic organizations. Paul enjoyed almost 30 years of retirement after his career with the Federal Government. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and always loved the great outdoors. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE Albuquerque, NM 87112
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Loomis -- The family of Alejandro S. Loomis 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.
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Martinez -- Mrs. Maria Concepcion (Chonita) Martinez. Funeral Services 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. 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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Mitchell -- Nicholas James"Nick" Mitchell passed away on Monday, February 3, 2003 in Fresno, CA at the age of 79. Nick was born on June 19, 1923 in Terre Haute, IN. His father, James Metsopolos of Argos, Greece and his mother, Efthemeia Pappas of Sparta, Greece were immigrants to the United States and settled in Indiana. Nicholas served his country in Troop C, 38th Calvary Reconnaissance Squad in World War II, in the French Campaign, where he was wounded. He received a Purple Heart, a Battle Star, and an Eastern Theatre Ribbon for his service. Nick and family moved to Albuquerque in 1952 where he worked for the Civil Service at Kirtland Air Force Base until he retired in 1990. Nicholas and wife, Joan moved to Fresno, CA in 1990. He is survived by his wife, Joan Mitchell of Coarse Gold, CA; son, Robert Mitchell and wife, Judith of Rio Rancho, NM; daughter, Carolyn Bent of Rio Rancho, NM; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Memorials Services will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. till noon at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High Street, SE, Albuquerque, NM. Family and friends are invited to attend. Service conducted by Father Mario Giannolpolos.
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Mittermeier -- Bertha Ziegler Mittermeier, 93, died on January 28, 2003 in the Rio Rancho Nursing Center. Bertha was born July 10, 1909 in the town of Pirmasens, Germany, and came to the United States in 1929 at the age of 19. She married Francis X. Mittermeier, also a German immigrant, in 1944, and they had one son, Russell, born November 8, 1949. Bertha lived in the U.S. in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Long Island from 1929 to 1970, but returned to Pirmasens, Germany after the death of her husband (1969) and lived there with her mother. Her mother died¯at¯age 93 in 1979, and Bertha moved back to the U.S. in 1983, this time choosing to take up residence in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. In Rio Rancho, she lived on the appropriately named Bertha Road for the next 13 years, spent a couple of years in a shelter care home, and the last five years of her life in the Rio Rancho Nursing Center. Bertha was a devoted and dedicated mother who instilled a love of¯nature and a strong work ethic in her only son, things for which he will always be grateful. Bertha is survived¯by her son, Russell; her daughter-in-law, Christina; and three grandchildren, John (17), Michael (10), and Juliana (6). They and her friends in Rio Rancho will always remember her with much love. She was a strong woman and always in charge. May she rest in peace. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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Mohlhenrich -- Sherry L. Mohlhenrich, 67, a 2-year resident of Albuquerque and former resident of Boulder City, NV, died Monday, March 3, 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Eugenia Mohlhenrich of Albuquerque; son, Mark Moss Mohlhenrich and wife, Terry of Lovelock, NV; grandchildren, Tammi Morris, Corey Mohlhenrich-Thompson; great-grandson, Charles Lloyd Pearce; sister, Kellen E. Livermore of Tijeras, NM; and brother Lin Livermore and wife, Shirley of Denver, CO. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Sidney Mohlhenrich in December 2000 and son, David John Mohlhenrich in 1979. Mrs. Mohlhenrich was born in Albuquerque and graduated from Quemado High School. She attended Socorro School of Mining and Technology. She met Mr. Mohlhenrich at Bandelier and they married on November 24, 1955. Mrs. Mohlhenrich was a member of the Boulder City Women's Club. She and her late husband were ushers and elders at Grace Community Church in Boulder City, NV. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Saturday, March 22, 2003, 10:00 a.m., at Grace Community Church, 1150 Wyoming St., Boulder City, NV. Private interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Community Church, 1150 Wyoming St., Boulder City, NV. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Prairie -- Sharron I. Prairie September 19, 1954 March 17, 2002In Loving memory of our beloved Mother, sister, daughter & Godmother. We love & miss you dearlyClorice Prairie, Aasin Wynn, Dale & Becky Prairie, Gerard, Jesus & Joseph Prairie, Brittany Rinaldi & all family members
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Richie -- Fritz Richie, 87, a resident of New Mexico since 1949, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Marilyn Richie; daughter, Carol Jackson and husband James; granddaughter, Sarah Jackson; sister, Bobbie Egly of California; nephews, Mike Moore and wife, Darlene of Los Lunas and J. Roy Richie of Melvin, TX; and other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; and two sisters. Fritz was a 50-year member of Carpenters Local Union 1319 in Albuquerque. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the 23rd Infantry Division and took part in the invasion on Omaha Beach. Fritz was awarded the Purple Heart, an Oakleaf Cluster, and a Combat Infantry Badge. He retired from the University of New Mexico in 1980. Fritz was a member of Good News Baptist Church in Los Lunas. Services were held Friday, 2:00 p.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, with Pastor John Richards officiating. Entombment followed the service. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Romero -- J. Mike, 91, a long-time New Mexico educator, passed away at his home in Albuquerque. Mike is survived by his wife of 62 years, Celia Griego Romero. Born in El Valle, NM, a village in the Las Trampas Land Grant, he came to Albuquerque to attend Menaul School when he was 12. After graduating from Menaul High School in 1932, he attended the University of New Mexico, graduating with a degree in Education in 1938. He continued his education at the University of Southern California and Highlands University, where he earned a Masters Degree in Education Administration. Mike began his teaching career in his home village of El Valle at the one-room school. During World War II, the U.S. War Food Administration hired him to set up and operate Mexican form labor camps in Idaho and the Northwest. He stayed in Idaho for five years after the war, working for the Census Bureau and later for the Idaho Growers Association. Mike returned to New Mexico and to his career in education in 1950. During his 35-year career as a teacher and administrator, he taught at La Joya High School and Belen Junior High and served as Principal at Pecos High School, Cuba High School and Los Lunas Junior High School. He also served as Director of Instruction for the West Las Vegas School System. He retired from the Los Lunas Public Schools in 1977. Active in civic affairs, Mike was a member of the National Education Association, The Los Lunas Retired Teachers Association, The March of Dimes, and the Lions Club, serving as President of the Los Lunas Club. Ever grateful to Menaul for the opportunities the school opened for him, he was an active member of the Menaul Alumni Association and loyal supporter of the school. Mike is survived by his wife, Celia Griego Romero, and their four children; six grandchildren; and one great grandchild. Surviving children are Leo M. Romero and wife, Robin of Albuquerque, Patricia Romero of Laguna Beach, CA, Nancy Romero of Albuquerque, and Ray Romero and wife, Rosie of San Antonio, TX; grandchildren are L. Michael Romero and wife, Gauri of Boston, Gregory A. Romero and wife, Iliana of Los Angeles, CA, Melissa Cova of Maui, HI; Nick Cova of Berkeley, CA, Bianca Romero of Mt. Holyoke College, MA, and Paloma Romero of San Antonio, TX; great-grandchild, Ariela Sofia Romero of Los Angeles, CA. He is also survived by his sisters, Cande Aguilar of El Valle, Corde Aguilar and husband, Abe of Penasco; and brother, Celestino Romero and wife, Dulcie of Taos. Mike was preceded in death by his brothers, Rev. Porfirio Romero of Taos and Nelson Romero of Silver City; and parents, Amador and Leonardita Romero of El Valle. Prayer meeting will be held Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Memorial services will be held Thursday, March 20, at 2:00 p.m., at Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith NE, corner of Lomas and Edith NE. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Menaul Scholarship Fund, 301 Menaul Blvd. NE, 87107 or to the New Mexico Commission for the Blind, 2200 Yale Blvd. SE 87106. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Sanchez -- In Loving Memory Julius Antonino Sanchez March 16, 1981 - July 28, 1998Happy Birthday Mijo! My Sweet Baby Boy! We love you and miss you every day. Love always, Mom Shirley, Brother Raymond, Angelica and Nephew J.J.
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Sanchez -- The family of Mrs. Cleo F. Sanchez 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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Sigafoos -- Bernice C. Sigafoos, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1987, died Wednesday, March 12, 2003. She is survived by her nephew, John J. Sigafoos and wife, Evelyn of Graham, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband, Commander Andrew Wilson Sigafoos. Bernice worked for both the Dept. of the Navy and the Dept. of the Army as an Electrical Engineer. Cremation has taken place and burial of cremains will be at St. Catherines Cemetery in Sea Girt, New Jersey. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Stott -- Ruth P. Stott, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died March 8, 2003. She was born in Santa Rita, NM to Joseph and Ruth Porter on February 23, 1921. Ruth graduated from Albuquerque High and the University of New Mexico. She is survived by her niece, Nancy Jean Wynn Grundy of Citrus Heights, CA and close friends, Louis and Martha Bowerman, of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Stott, mother Ruth; and sister, Elizabeth. Ruth was an accomplished interior decorator, fashion consultant, and homemaker. She also had a passion for reading and politics. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremated remains will take place in the family plot at the Masonic Cemetery in Silver City, NM. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Swindle -- Frances Brock Swindle. The family would like to thank family and friends for their love and concern and for the kind donations to Presbyterian Hospice and the American Parkinsons Association. Also, thank you to Aspen Funeral Alternatives.
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Tudor -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF WILLIAM A. TUDOR JR. (BILLY) Dear son and brother who passed away 13 years ago March 13, 1990. It's been 13 years, yet it seems like only yesterday since we held your hand and told you just how much we loved you, and the last three words from your lips were,"I LOVE YOU" and you quietly slipped away. Thirteen years ago your golden heart stopped beating. God took you home to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best! March 6th, your 43rd birthday was a sad and agonizing day. All we could do is visit your crypt, attend your Mass, bring you flowers and with broken hearts prayed and cried for hours. If we could have one lifetime wish; one dream that could come true, we would pray to God with all of our hearts for yesterday and you! The hardest thing in life we have ever had to do is let you go, a part of us died with you and we love and miss you so! It's been 43 years but it seems like only yesterday when you sat upon our knee. Oh, such sweet and precious memories that you have given and left with me. It seems like only yesterday when you began to talk, with your tiny hand held tightly and proudly in mine, you learned to walk. As precious years have come and gone, I've treasured each and every one. We love and miss you more than words can ever say my dear son!! So parents, PLEASE TREASURE, AND LOVE YOUR CHILDREN while you may, for I'd give anything if my son could be alive and with us here today! The Lord blessed us with SOMEONE SPECIAL when he lent us you. The Lord entrusted us with his greatest treasure, you brought all of us so much happiness and joy, indeed beyond any measure. I was the honored one when the Lord put you in my arms and made you my son!! I'll lend you for a little time, a child of mine, He said, for you to love the while he lives and mourn for when he's dead. It may be six or seven years or 42 or 43, but will you 'til I call him back, take care of him for me? He will bring you charms to gladden you, and shall his stay be brief, You'll have his lovely memories as a solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return, but there are lessons taught down there, I want this child to learn. I've looked the wide world over, in search for mother's true, and from the crowd that crowds life's lane, I have selected you! (How proud and happy I was that God selected me to be your mother, and you (Billy) my precious and loving son!) Memory lives on, now, will you give him all your love, nor think the labor vain, nor hate me when I come to call to take him home again? I fancied that I heard them say,"DEAR LORD THY WILL BE DONE". For all the joy thy child will bring, the rise of grief we will run. We will shelter him with tenderness, we will love him while we may, and for the happiness we've known, forever grateful stay. But should the Angels call to him, much sooner then we've planned, We will brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand!! (One thing we know for certain, when you came into this world you definitely made it a better place!) Your memory is our keepsake, with that we will never part, God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts. You are not forgotten, DEAR SON AND BROTHER, nor will you ever be, As long as our life and memory last, we will always LOVE AND REMEMBER YOU!! Softly the leaves of memory fall, gently we gather and TREASURE them all. Unseen, unheard, YOU are always near, STILL LOVED, STILL MISSED AND OH SO VERY DEAR!! Nothing is more beautiful than the MEMORIES WE HAVE OF YOU. To us you were SOMEONE SPECIAL, We know God thought so too. You will forever be one of the most SPECIAL PEOPLE in our life. When you passed beyond our present sight and left us and the world we know without your radiant light. We all knew that like a candle your brilliant light would forever shine, to brighten up another place more perfect and more divine. In the realm of Heaven where you shine so warm and bright, you will live forever in God's eternal light. In life we loved you dearly, and always will, in our hearts you will always hold a very special place, no one can ever fill! We know that our love and precious memories of you, time nor distance will ever erase!!!! No one DEAR SWEET BILLY, CAN EVER FILL YOUR VACANT PLACE!!! SO WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT YOU and you're not here to see, when the sun rises and finds our eyes filled with tears for you and me. I know you would wish we wouldn't cry the way we did today, while thinking of the many things we didn't get to do or say. You know WE LOVE AND MISS YOU, while we try to understand, there was nothing we could do when an ANGEL came and called your name and took you by the hand. She kindly said your place was ready in HEAVEN far above; and that you would have to leave us all behind, those you dearly loved. We know when you walked through HEAVEN'S gate, GOD ushered you in without a minute's wait. We know that you were truly home, we know God had a purpose for our meeting, and a time for us to part. It's all part of GOD'S GREAT PLAN, a finish and a start. We know you were consumed with PEACE, and your suffering days were through, as you were filled with greatness you never knew. We know that you can't wait for the day, that you can share it all with us, for there will be so many people to see, so much to discuss. So we know that when tomorrow starts without you, We are never far apart. For we have a wonderful place for you, BILLY, right here in our hearts! If our LOVE alone could have saved you, BILLY, you never would have died! So another lonely and tormenting year has passed us by, we will ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR LAST GOOD-BYE. We were all there with you, when you breathed your last breath and I held your hand. Unless you're a MOTHER and have lost a son or daughter, no one can ever fully understand!! It is so sad but true, as we sit and cry, your brother and I often wonder..WHY? THE VERY BEST ARE ALWAYS THE FIRST TO DIE? It broke our hearts to lose you, Billy, but you did not go alone, part of your brother and I went with you, the day GOD called you home. OUR MEMORIES OF YOU REMAIN AS TREASURES SO REAL, FOR YOUR DEATH, BILLY, IS A HEARTACHE EVEN TIME CAN'T EVER HEAL....."We can shed tears that he is gone or we can smile because he has lived. We can close our eyes and pray that he will come back or we can open our eyes and see all he has left. Our hearts can be empty because we can't see him or we can be full of the love we shared. We can turn our back on tomorrow and live yesterday or we can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. We can remember him and only that he is gone or we can cherish his memory and let it live on. We can cry and close our mind, be empty and turn our back or we can do what he would want: SMILE, OPEN OUR EYES, LOVE AND GO ON" Sadly missed by..... Your Loving Mother Rose Ann and brother, Robert
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Wimberly -- Mary E."Betty" Wimberly, 71, a longtime resident of the Estancia Valley, passed away Wednesday March 12, 2003, in Albuquerque, NM. Betty was born May 26, 1931 in Pedernell, NM, to Hubert S & Mary (Cravens) Beck. Betty married Joe Franklin Wimberly September 3, 1954, Joe preceded her in death February 2, 2001. Betty was the first High School Rodeo Queen in Santa Rosa, NM in 1949. She was an Administrator with APS at Del Norte High School in Albuquerque, New Mexico for 17 years. Betty is survived by four sons, Jerry Wimberly of CA, Lindsey and wife Barbara Beck of Amarillo, TX, David and wife Peggy Wimberly of Moriarty, NM, Donald and wife Monica Wimberly of Punta Gorda, FL; one daughter Linda and husband Bill McDonald of SC; one brother Larry Beck; one sister Katy Starbuck; 10 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren. Betty Wimberly will be remembered as a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, and she will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her. Mrs. Wimberly will lie in state Sunday March 16, 2003-2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM. Funeral services will be held Monday March 17, 2003-10:00 AM at Bethel United Methodist Church in Moriarty, NM, with Rev. Donna Kay Jackson officiating. Burial will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery in Moriarty, NM. Pallbearers will be Tyson Beck, Jerry Wimberly Jr., Shane Wimberly, Cooper Wimberly, Andrew Wimberly, Greg Poole, and Ryan Wimberly. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM 832-6130.
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Zachewicz -- Leda Zachewicz passed away on February 27, 2003 at Pomona Valley Hospital in California. She lived at 1319 Clare Ct. Albuquerque for over 50 years. She is survived by her son, Steven; and daughter, Nancy of California; five grandchildren, Michelle, Michael, Jeff, Steven and Yaling; four great-grandchildren, Cheyenne, Ashely, Katherene, and Mikey. A Memorial Service will be held at Strong Thorne Mortuary on Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Humane Society or the Heart Foundation.
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