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Aakhus -- Todd Miles Aakhus, 44, born to Miles and Dorothy Aakhus in Battle Creek, MI on July 27, 1958, died Monday, April 21, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Lucero; daughters, Katie Johnson and Alissa Aakhus; mother, Dorothy Aakhus Mustermann and husband, Jack of Lander, WY; sisters, Doreen Thunder of Cody, WY, Karleen Moore and husband, Chris of Lander, WY, Janeen Slaughter of San Diego, CA and Roxeen Fielder and husband, James of Sydney, Australia; and nieces and nephews, Raine Bo and Teke Thunder, Natalie Korell and Aaron Elling, Elizabeth, Jay and Millie Slaughter, Carla and Kristy Setterquist, Jaimie Felling, and Andrew and Amanda Fielder. Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 26, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., at the State Bar Center, 5121 Masthead NE. A reception will follow services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Brain Tumor Center at Duke, DUMC Box 3624, Durham, NC, 27710. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Benavidez -- Remigio G."Willie" Williams Benavidez, also known as"The Brown Knight and Pancho Claus", 69, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2003. He is survived by his daughters, Ramona Tenorio and husband David, Lorrie Apodaca and Agnes Benavidez; grandchildren, Eugene Tenorio and Deshawn Clifton, Marissa Tenorio, Amanda Apodaca, Stephanie Apodaca and Audrey Benavidez; great-grandchildren, Reannen and Zariah Tenorio and Jorell Phillips; sisters, Ruby Orozco, Viola Maestas and husband Jimmy, and Lucille Vallejos; brother, Alfred Benavidez; brother-in-law, Pete Gomez; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dalia M. Benavidez; his parents, Bernabe and Emma Benavidez; brother, James Benavidez; sister, Mabel Gomez; and niece, Donna Lynn. Willie was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a member of The Knights of Columbus and he enjoyed participating in their activities and involved in other community activities. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:30 p.m., at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church, 5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW, with Deacon Jerry Hietpas reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 12:00 noon, at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church, with Deacon Jerry Hietpas, Celebrant. Pallbearers will be David Tenorio, Eugene Tenorio, Alfred Benavidez, Pete Gomez, James Tenorio, and Kevin Benavidez. Honorary pallbearers will be Jorell Phillips, his granddaughters, Chris Benavidez and Richard Tenorio. Cremation will follow the service. Interment of cremains will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Campbell -- Lumis"LM" Campbell, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died Monday, April 21, 2003. He is survived by his daughter, Debra K. Morrow and husband, Harvey of Islamorada, FL; son, Michael Campbell and wife, Lori of Scottsdale, AZ; brothers, Bill Campbell and wife, Sammie and Al Campbell and wife, Sharon of Dallas, TX; five grandchildren; one great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Christene Campbell in 1997. Mr. Campbell grew up in East Texas and moved to Albuquerque in 1958. Services will be held Thursday, April 24, 2003, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor C.B. Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, April 23,2003, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 216 Truman NE, 87108. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Candelaria -- Mary Percilla Candelaria, Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at St. Edwin Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 247-4124
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Carmona -- Irma Carmona. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday morning at the New Life Ministries Church, 2123 Isleta S.E. at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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Carrillo -- Nora was born in Clayton, New Mexico in 1915. She passed away quietly on Good Friday evening, April 18, 2003, at her home in Santa Fe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip N. Carrillo, Sr. and her oldest son Phillip N. Carrillo, Jr.; a sister, Lena Montoya and a brother Johnny Wolford; two half-sisters, Bertha Simpson and Stella Trip. She is survived by a daughter, Barbara J. Marino of Santa Fe, NM and a son, Fred J. Carrillo of Yorba Linda, CA; four granddaughters, five grandsons, nine great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; several cousins; and friends. Nora was a homemaker. Her hobbies were plants, reading, listening to music, sewing, cooking and shopping. Nora was a member of Saint John The Baptist Catholic Church in Santa Fe. A rosary will be recited Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass and funeral will be celebrated Friday, April 25, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., at Saint Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 3400 Fourth Street NW, with Father Palmo Valente, S.F., Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers are Victor Carrillo, Ron Montoya, Clarence Scarton, Ken Kepler, Phillip Benavides and Daniel Marino. Honorary pallbearers are Oliver Scarton and Paul Carrillo. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, April 24, 2003, from 6:00 p.m. until time of rosary. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Churgin -- Sol Churgin, age 91, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away April 19, 2003. Survivors include his daughters, Tina Lewis and Lee Churgin both of Albuquerque. Sol was born in Russia and moved to the United States in 1917 to Omaha, Nebraska and later moving to the Albuquerque area in March 2000. He loved baseball, playing cards at the Senior Center and working in his garden. Graveside Services will be held 1:00 p.m., Thursday, April 24, 2003 at Fairview Memorial Park 700 Yale Blvd. SE with Rabbi Black officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to the charity of your choice in Sol's memory. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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Costello -- Katherine Anne Costello, 39, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on April 22, 2003 after a long illness and courageous battle. She is survived by her son, Martin Costello; daughter, Melissa Nicole Padilla and parents, John and Anne Marie Costello, all of Albuquerque; sisters, Suzanne Costello of Santa Barbara, CA and Jacqueline Costello and her best friend, Cathie Rutin both of Albuquerque. Katherine will be dearly missed by her many friends and loved ones. Memorial rosary will be recited on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel with Betty McNeil reciting. Memorial Service will take place on Friday at 3:00 p.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Drive NW with Deacon Jerry Hietpas, officiating. Ennichement will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7701 Wyoming NE.
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Cusumano -- Viola"Vicky" M. Cusumano, 75, a resident of Albuquerque for 48 years, died Saturday, April 12, 2003. She is survived by her cousin, Barbara K. Levene of England; and mother, Violet Hill of Staten Island, NY. Mrs. Cusumano was preceded in death by her husband, Emeric Cusumano. She was a member of the First Unitarian Church. Mrs. Cusumano enjoyed animals, astronomy, reading and knitting. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at First Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle Blvd. NE, with Rev. Christine Robinson officiating. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Dean -- Robin C. Dean was born August 22, 1938 in Venus, Texas and passed away April 16, 2003 in Albuquerque. She was a generous, giving, sweet woman, a loving mother, grandmother and sister. Robin is survived by son, Randy and wife, Barbara Dean of Gilbert, Arizona; daughter, Melissa Grant of Albuquerque; brother, Steven Mitchell of Fort Worth, Texas; grandchildren, Stephan, Jason and Travis of Arizona; Mitchell, Rilee and Blaine of Albuquerque. Her mother, Robin Mitchell; sister, Linda Mitchell; and son, Tony Dean, precedes her in death. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved her. Family Services and Interment were held in Venus, Texas on April 22, 2003. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, April 25, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, in the HUB at 4001 Osuna Road N.E., Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Erb -- Paul P. Erb, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1981, died Tuesday, April 22, 2003. He is survived by his daughters, Charlene Friend and husband, Mel of Double Oak, TX and Paulette McDonald and husband, Bill of Albuquerque; three grandsons, Lance Friend and wife, Ashley of Heath, TX, Bill McDonald and wife, Jackie and Corey McDonald, all of McCall, ID; one brother, Louis Erb of Indiana; and one sister, Geraldine Sabernaik of Indiana. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucy Erb. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, April 26, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd. NE, with Father Albert Podvin, Celebrant. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Eul -- Christine A. Eul, age 51, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2003 after her valiant struggle with cancer. Chris is survived by Garry, her loving husband of 28 years; son, Kevin and daughter-in-law, Andrea; three granddaughters, Christine, Camie Sue and Chelsea of Stevens Point, Wisconsin; mother Virginia Chapel of Tucson, Arizona; brothers, Thomas and Richard Chapel of Marshfield, Wisconsin; and special friend, Lois Hanson of Phoenix, Arizona. Chris worked in the computer field at Christy Construction and Honeywell for many years and leaves behind many friends and former fellow employees who will miss her warmth and humor terribly. A Memorial Service for Chris will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, 2003 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 1771 Rio Rancho Blvd. SE across from Intel (in the Sandia Ballroom). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Chris name to: University of New Mexico Cancer Research Program.
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Foy -- Irving L. Foy, 94, passed away April 20, 2003. Irving was one of Vaudeville's famed"Seven Little Foys". With his parents, brothers and sisters, Irving was a part of Vaudeville's Golden Age, crisscrossing the country from 1912 to 1928 and playing in theatres from Los Angeles' Orpheum to New York's Palace. The life and often amusing times of the singing and dancing Foys was filmed as"The Seven Little Foys" in 1955 with Bob Hope as Eddie Foy Sr. The father died in 1928 but four of the children, including Irving, continued the act until the mid 1930's. In the 1940's Irving worked for the Interstate Theatre Chain, managing movie theatres in Dallas and the Sunshine, Kimo and Lobo Theatres in Albuquerque. He and his family moved to Taos in 1952 where he was the manager of the Kit Carson Drive-in movie theatre and later the proprietor of Foy's Ice Cream Palor. In 1958 he moved to Albuquerque where he worked as maitre'd at the Roaring 20's Supper Club, bartender at the Copper Bull and bartender at Enrico's. He was married to Sylvia J. Leese Foy until her death in 1983. He is survived by his son, Frank and wife, Suzanne of Albuquerque; son, Dick of Aurora, CO; son, Patrick and wife, Rennae of San Jose, NM; and son, Chris of Farmington; grandchildren, Erin Stewart, Kelly Foy, Mary Parker and Ryan Foy; great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Stewart; nephew, Eddie Foy, III; and niece, Madeline O'Donnell. Viewing and Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Thursday, April 24, 2003 at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 25, 2003 at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE with Fr. Francis X. Eggert celebrant. Private burial will occur at a later date in the Foy family plot in New Rochell, NY. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions are made to the All Faiths Receiving Home 1709 Moon St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Arrangements are under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE 884-1188
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Glanz -- John Henry Glanz, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1999, went to be with Jesus on April 20, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Helen Glanz of Albuquerque; daughter, Sharon Scott of Renton, WA; son, Michael John Glanz and wife, Sandee of Bothel, WA; daughter, Jan D. Atencio and husband, Paul of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren, Kristen Pavlik and husband, John, Erik Scott, Deborah Dickson and husband, Tim, Dawn Hytry and husband, Dan, Tara Glanz, Alyssa Downey and husband, Jeff, Christopher and Autumn Atencio; sister, Betty Hamilton of Portland, OR and brother, Ken Glanz and wife, Jean of Tigard, OR. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his two sisters, June Renish and Daphne Wiegand and infant brother, John Conrad Glanz. John was a Veteran of WWII, US Navy, serving on several ships. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 1325 in Portland, Oregon and was a member of the Portland Eagles. John worked for Multnomah County Taxation Department for about 17 years. He served as Chairman of the Milwaukie, Oregon Boy Scouts of America in the past. John was a former resident of Oak Grove, Oregon. He loved and enjoyed his grandkids, going for coffee and doughnuts and loved to dance the polka. Service will take place on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at Faith Evangelical Free Church, 900 Southern SE, Rio Rancho with Pastor Tom Lambelet, officiating. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Thank you to all of the staff of Rio Rancho Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for your love and tender care of John. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Hernandez -- Jackie S. Hernandez, 45, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, April 20, 2003. Services will be held Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Jones -- Louise Andrews Jones, 85, longtime Albuquerque resident and wife of the late Colonel David R. Jones (1918-1992), died in Lovelace Hospice on April 14, 2003. She was also preceded in death by daughter, Lisa Anne Jones (1950-1999). She is survived by daughter, Susan Elizabeth Jones of Albuquerque; son, David Reese Jones IV, his wife, Sue Ann Luna Jones; and grandchildren, Samuel David Jones and Reagan Lee Jones of Tampa, Florida. Mary Louise Andrews was born July 14, 1917, in Samson, Alabama, and grew up in Bonifay, Florida. She began her 49-year marriage to Dave in 1942 after meeting him at a wartime Valentine dance in Pensacola. She had a long career as an executive secretary and worked at the Pentagon in the 1960s while raising three children and hosting events as an Air Force officer's wife. Louise was a talented artist, loved the outdoors and enjoyed exploring the rich history of New Mexico and Colorado. She volunteered as a docent at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and was an avid bird watcher, flower gardener and horsewoman. She served as president of the Arabian Horse Association of New Mexico and on the vestry of Saint Michael's and All Angels Episcopal Church. She will be especially missed by the exceptional and loving staff of the Haven Care Dogwood House. Memorial Eulogy and Holy Eucharist on Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 10:00 a.m., St. Michael's and All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Montano Rd. NW. Her remains will be placed with those of her husband at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Sunrise Funeral Options.
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Jungbluth -- James W."Jim" Jungbluth, 74, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Tuesday, April 22, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Georgia Jungbluth of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his son, James D. Jungbluth. Private disposition has taken place. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Kobes -- Mabel A. Kobes, 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2003. Mabel was born on October 1, 1908 in Thief River Falls, MN. As matriarch of a family with diverse interests, she encouraged excellence in personal and professional endeavors. She will be greatly missed. Mabel is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Karl Kobes of Albuquerque; son, Richard Kobes and wife, Janie of Conroe, TX; daughter, Kathy Dohrer and husband, Gregg of Longview, TX; grandsons, Glenn Kobes and wife, Christine of Spring, TX and Jeffrey Kobes and wife, Beth of Austin, TX; granddaughters, Melissa Koehler and husband, Doug of Grand Prairie, TX and Emily Dohrer of Dallas, TX; great-grandsons, Ben Kobes, Callaway Kobes, and Blake Koehler; great-granddaughters, Lauren Kobes and Emily Kobes; her brother, Reubin Johnson of Kalispell, MT; and many nieces and nephews. Mabel was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Saturday, April 26th, 12:00 noon, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd NE, with The Rev. Patricia Holman officiating. Interment of cremains will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers and in thanks for the support and assistance she received from Hospice, contributions to honor her memory may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8100 Constitution Place, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Lashure -- Albert"Chuck" LaShure, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, died Monday, April 21, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Agnes LaShure of Albuquerque; sons, Charles LaShure and wife, Lorraine of New York and Steven LaShure of New Mexico; daughters, Patricia Buechle and husband Ed and Sharline Bova, all of Colorado, Melody LaShure and Dianne LaShure, all of New York; 12 grandchildren; brothers, Raymond and Harold; and sisters, Ann & Rosie. Albert served in the U.S. Navy during WWII on the USS Santa Fe, and he was a member of Sandia Church of the Nazarene. Services will be held Friday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Lucero -- Irene E. Lucero died Monday, April 21, 2003 in Albuquerque at the age of 68. Mrs. Lucero is survived by her husband, Jose E. Lucero; sons, Jesse Lucero (Barbara), and Anthony R. Lucero (Don); brother, Max G. Tafoya (Fab); great-niece, Veronica I. Sanchez, reared by Irene and Jose Lucero; five grandchildren, Jesse Jr. (Peggy), James (Yvonne), Kathryn (Ben), Nicole, and Jacquelyn Lucero; five great-grandchildren, Jesse III, Dominic, Andrew, Naomi, and Katrina Lucero; nieces and nephews, George (Tina) Tafoya, Luis (Renee) Tafoya, Cindy Tafoya, Noe (Edwina) Chavez, Velma (Lu) De La O, Kenneth (Kathy) Chavez, Anna Marie (Ricky) Griego, Dean Chavez, Ramon (Rose) Tafoya, Sally (Peter) Barreras, Dolores (Raul) Pena, Georgia (Herman) Gurule, Geraldine (Orlando) Sanchez, Mary Tafoya, and Johnny Tafoya. Pallbearers will be George Tafoya, Luis Tafoya, Johnny Tafoya, Kenneth Chavez, Ramon Tafoya and Noe Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers will be David Griego and Sam Griego. A Rosary for Mrs. Lucero will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho. Funeral Services for will be held on Friday at St. Thomas Aquinas Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 247-4124
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Mares -- Mary C. Mares, age 69, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2003, due to an extended illness. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Guadalupita Quintana; two sisters, Nellie Vigil and husband, Alfredo, Jennie Sandoval and husband, Demetrio; brother, Jose Quintana, Jr. and wife, Kenny; brother-in-law, Manuel Sena; In-laws, Manuel and Teresita Mares; brothers-in-law, Ernest and Joe Mares; sister-in-law, Eluteria Vincent; and one granddaughter, Alexa Rae Martinez. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Frank Mares; six children, William Mares and wife, Denise, Samuel Mares and wife, Colette, Linda Mares and Matt Martinez, Dennis Mares and Sylvia Raybon, Mark Mares and wife, Lisa, Frances Martinez and husband, Gerald; 12 grandchildren, Shawn Lury and husband, Charles, Sy Mares and wife, Brandi, Bianca and Chantel Mares, Abbey Martinez, Janice Mares and Jacob Vigil, Rebecca Mares, Joshua, Krystal and Phillip Mares, Andres and Dani Rae Martinez; three great-grandchildren, Davina White, Danyka Mares, Alyssa Vigil; and step-granddaughter, Shanaya Duran. Mary is also survived by six sisters, Annie Carrillo and husband, Robert, Esther Sena, Tina Quintana, Teresa Salinas, Pauline Baca, and Kathy Brownholtz; brother-in-law, Manuel Mares and wife, Jenny; sisters-in-law, Lena Norton, Consuelo Martinez and husband, Roy, Esther Martinez and husband, Frank, Erlinda Herrera and husband, Freddie; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to being a loving wife, mother and grandmother, Mary was a prominent business women; the owner/vice president of Frank's Plumbing and Heating, Inc., for 32 years. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 7:00 p.m., Santa Maria de La Paz Catholic Church. Mass will be held on Friday, April 25, 2003 at 10:00 a.m., Santa Maria de La Paz Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Rosario Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, 984-8600.
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Rogers -- Effie Lee Rogers, 74, a resident of Albuquerque for the past six years, and coming from northern California, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2003. Effie was born July 24, 1928 the daughter of Lee Ernest and Minnie Rossetta Deloney Williamson in Tom, Oklahoma. She had been a cook in the fast food business in California for 45 years before retiring. Effie was a member of the Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church. She loved fishing, quilting, crafts, painting, enjoyed reading, traveling, gardening, and best of all, spending time with her family and her grandchildren. Effie was preceded in death by her husband, Will H. Rogers in 1992 and one daughter, Arnell Rogers in 1991. She is survived bythree daughters, Ada V. Walker of Rio Rancho, NM, Willie V. Combs of Oklahoma City, OK, and Velma D. Simpson of Los Angeles, CA; one brother, John Calvin Williamson of Oklahoma City, OK; eleven grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. The Visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2003 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Chapelof Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Service will be held on Friday, April 25, 2003 at 11:00 a.m.at the Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, 8550 Saul Bell Rd. NW, Albuquerque, with Pastor Dennis G. Dunn officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers willbe Clifton Combs, Lawrence Combs, Donald Denton, Leroy Tobler, Jr., Jerol L. Younger III, Sammy E.Bogan III, and Jeremy L. Younger/Lewis. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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Romero -- Donna Romero April 24Today is your birthday I think of you often I wish you were still here with us Happy birthday!!!Your sister, Cynthia
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Romo -- Erlinda S. Romo, 85, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home on April 18, 2003, surrounded by family and friends. Erlinda was born June 13, 1917 in Cerro, NM. She was a longtime member of Tijeras Senior Community Center and enjoyed gardening. She was also a member of St. Bernadette's Catholic Church in Albuquerque. Erlinda was preceded in death by her husband, Alberto Romo; and by her parents, Guillermo and Lucinda Romo. She is survived by daughters, Marcella Garcia and husband, Larry and Patricia Neis and husband, Brian all of Albuquerque, NM and Olivia Vozza and husband, Tony of Littleferry, NJ; sons, Amos Romo and Fred Romo both of Albuquerque, NM; sisters, Rose Ortiz of Henderson, NV, Lydia Serda and Alice Garcia both of Albuquerque, NM; brother, Ben Santisteven of Cerro, NM; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday April 24, 2003 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. A Rosary will be recited Thursday April 24 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Bernadetteɹs Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Road NE. Friends and Family are invited to say a few words after the Rosary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday April 25 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette's Catholic Church with celebrant Fr.Tom Zotter. Interment will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Pallbearers will be David Martinez, Pete Martinez, Jose Quintana, Jacob Neis, Aaron Garcia and Will Garcia. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations in Erlinda S. Romo's name to be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8100 Constitution Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Rowland -- Hugh W. Rowland, 81, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1992, died Saturday, April 19, 2003. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Sanchez -- Ramon Sanchez, 93, a rancher and resident of Pastura, NM passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2003 in Albuquerque. He was born March 31, 1910 in Anton Chico, NM to Pedro Jose and Aurelia Lucero Sanchez. Ramon is survived by his loving wife, Rose T. Sanchez; one sister, Petronila S. Marquez of San Diego, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Miguel Sanchez and Jose Fabian Sanchez; and two sisters, Maria Sanchez and Vicenta S. Martinez. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, April 25 at 10:00 a.m. at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming NE, with Father Jim McGowan as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7500 Paseo Del Norte NE. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Sanchez -- Tim G. Sanchez. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday morning also at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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Sines -- Donald Edward Sines was born February 15, 1922 in Canaan, WV, son of Lloyd Edward Sines and Emma Caroline Smith. Attended schools in Clarksburg, WV, and in Geneva, OH. Joined the US Navy in April 1941, and completed six years of service in April 1947, as Chief, E7. Became an employee of Vought A/C Co, Dallas, TX, in 1950 and soon became a Technical Representative for the Field Service Dept. for 33 years, traveling extensively in that capacity. During such time, he submitted ideas for different, unique, and unusual techniques, and the company received patents for many. After retiring from then Ling-Temco-Vought, he became a Federal Government employee. For the next ten years he was the Maintenance Supervisor for the Naval Weapons Evaluation Facility, Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque. He retired February 1993. Of his family still living are one brother, Jerome Sines of Florida; and one sister, Vesta Miller of Ohio; four nieces; and two nephews. He married Geneal Horton in August, 1957, who joined him in his travels back and forth across the U.S., Hawaii and Atsugi, Japan. They had no children. As his wife states: He was an energetic and vibrant person who was ready to help friends and family, civic affairs, etc., in any possible way. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Swall -- Billie Royal Swall, a resident of Albuquerque for 46 years, died on Sunday, April 13, 2003. She was born in Philipsburg, MT, on November 20, 1916 to William Watt Royal and Anna Christina Ley Royal. After attending Drummond High School, she went on to Montana Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing and graduated with an RN in 1938. She and Jack Ralph Swall were married in 1940 in Great Falls, MT. Before divorcing, they had two children, Heather who died in 1993 and Judith. Billie is survived by two granddaughters and their husbands, Sara Christine Vogel and Sean Vogel and Katherine Royal Webb and Mathew Webb; her triplet great-granddaughters, Hannah Rose, Layna Royal, and Anica Taylor Webb survive her, too. Since they were born on April 17, 2003, they did not get to meet their great-grandmother. Also surviving are her sisters, Dorothy Royal Betts and Helen Royal Kanan, both of Albuquerque and two nephews, William Royal Betts and John Owen Betts. Billie was a nurse for several Albuquerque doctors including Wilkinson, Simms and Floyd and Burris and Cornish. Billie will be remembered by all who knew her as a very strong woman who survived many losses and illnesses. She recalled taking a train by herself to Missoula when she was only 17 to have an appendectomy. She was a aring person and a good friend to many. A member of Central Methodist Church for over 40 years, her Memorial Service will be held there at 3:00 oclock p.m. on Friday, April 25, 2003 In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Enlace or to a program which assists homeless families.
        Published on: Thu April 24, 2003

Vigil -- Bennie Vigil, born December 25, 1921, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Ricardita (Rita) Jinzo Vigil, whom he married on October 8, 1962; five sons; four daughters; three brothers; and one sister. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law; two brothers-in-law; and nephews and nieces. Bennie was a veteran of the U.S. Army and received a Purple Heart. He was a member of the American Legion Post 69, as well as the Disabled American Veterans. Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 7:00 p.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 4th Street & Alameda NW. Prayer Services will be held Friday, April 25, 2003, at 9:00 a.m., also at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Interment will follow at 11:00 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel Perea, Jr., Billy Sanchez, Lorenzo Perea, Daniel Perea III, Pete Montoya, Richard Jinzo, Donald Jinzo and Ricardo Garcia. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, April 24, 2003, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Vorhies -- IN LOVING MEMORY A DOUBLE MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD FORCHARLOTTE E. VORHIES July 26, 1913 - March 14, 2003 AND MARJORIE A. VORHIES March 14, 1937 - March 27, 2003 MOTHER & DAUGHTERServices will be held on April 26, 2003 at 2:30 p.m. at the residence located at 2320 LaVista Ct NW, 87120. Mom and Grandma you'll be truly missed, We LOVE you! Don, Vicki, Leslie & Lori and all five grandkids. Hugs & Kisses! 507-1758.
        Published on: Thu April 24, 2003