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Baca -- Patricio Baca, 92, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, April 24, 2003. Pat retired from the Albuquerque Police Department as a sergeant with the traffic division in 1972. He then served as Bernalillo County Under sheriff and as a New Mexico State Fair policeman for a few years. Patricio was married to Josephine Sanchez on July 29, 1933. Josephine died on January 8, 2003. They are survived by son, Deacon Rudy Baca and his wife, Juanita; daughter, Patricia Hendren and husband, Philip; the Baca grandchildren, Rudolph Patrick and wife, Mildred, Rodolfo Antonio and wife, Arlene, Carlos Ambrosio and wife, Charlene, Joaquin Francisco and wife, Mindy, Javier Antonio and wife, Beth and Maria Vahtel; the Hendren grandchildren are, Philip Paul, Chris Alan and wife, Stephanie, and Monica Rawson. Pat and Jo were blessed with 15 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. There are 13 nephews and nieces surviving Pat and Jo. Pat was known for his service to the Albuquerque Police Dept; as an unofficial public relations man when he watched for the safety of schoolchildren at Buena Vista Elementary (now part of TVI) and as a parking enforcement officer where he rode a three-wheeled motorcycle. Sgt. Baca also worked as supervisor of traffic division officers. Pat worked for Springer Transfer Co. as a heavy equipment operator prior to joining A.P.D. Pat and Jo served the Martineztown neighborhood by their active involvement in civic affairs as well as their participation in San Ignacio Catholic Church activities where they assisted as mayordomos in the sixties. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, April 27, 2003 at St. Therese Little Flower Church 300 Mildred Ave NW. Viewing and Visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m., Monday, April 28, 2003 at St. Therese Little Flower Church with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00 a.m., with Fr. Jim Suntum, Celebrant. A committal service will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Chapel. Serving as Pallbearers will be Rudolph Patrick Baca, Rodolfo Antonio Baca, Carlos Ambrosio Baca, Joaquin Francisco Baca, Javier Antonio Baca and Christopher Allen Hendren. Honorary Pallbearers will be Maria Vahtel, Monica Rawson, Philip Hendren. Arrangements under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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Benavidez -- Antonio"Tony" Benavidez, 64, left this world peacefully on Thursday evening, April 24, 2003 after a valiant battle with cancer. He was attended by his loving wife, Doreen, family members, and Staff from the UNM Hospice Center. Mr. Benavidez, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, was born in Montoya, New Mexico on March 27, 1937. He served in the United States Army. He spent his working career as a framing and finish carpenter. He was preceded in his passing by his parents, Policiano and Abelina Benavidez; brothers, Paul and Jimmy; and his son, Patrick Scott. He is survived by his loving wife, Doreen; sons, Paul Anthony and wife, Cindy of Altus, OK and Shawn and wife, Jennifer of Placitas, NM; two brothers, Carmel"Pancho" and wife, Lorraine and Emiterio of Albuquerque; a sister, Patricia of Tacoma, WA; and his wonderful grandchildren, Jacob, Alysa, Jonathan, and Noah. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, 2003 at Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE followed by an evening service in the Chapel of Sunrise at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services for Tony will be held at 9:00 a.m., Monday, April 28, 2003 at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Rev. Militon Lopez of Healing Waters Ministry will be officiating at both services. Interment will follow at the family plot at the Montoya Cemetery at Montoya, NM. Pallbearers will be Tomas and Mateo Benavidez, Jose (Alvino) Lucero, Allen Boyer, Steve Marquez, and Clint Fadness. The family wishes to express its deep appreciation and gratitude to UNM Hospice staff members, Leslie Carruthers and Diane Longeway. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the UNM Hospice at 1650 University NE, Suite 200, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109
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Chavez -- In Loving Memory of Agnes Ozanich Chavez April 26, 1917 - January 14, 2002We love you. You loving son, family and friends.
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Espinoza -- Molly Elizabeth Espinoza, 17, a resident of Albuquerque since 1987, died suddenly, Thursday, April 24, 2003. She is survived by her father, Brent F. Espinoza of Los Alamos; her mother, Barbara Snow Ghahate and husband, Jon; sister, Jennifer Espinoza; brother, Ian Ghahate; sister, Jonnie Lee Ghahate, all of Albuquerque; paternal grandparents, Benjamin and Fidella Espinoza of Albuquerque; maternal grandfather, Dr. Lawrence Snow and wife, Susan of Cheraw, SC; maternal grandmother, Patricia and husband, Dr. Joseph Workman of Durham, NC; great-grandmother, Helen Wilsey of Pinehurst, NC; aunts and uncles, Cathy and Fred, Bennette and Jon, Carla, and Larry; cousins, Cara, Mike and Brittany; special friends, Jill Schaefer and Joyce Elliott; her special dog, Dixie; and many special friends and teachers from Manzano High School, from Los Alamos and from Colorado Springs, CO. Molly gave her whole heart to everything she did. She was a very loving person to her friends and family, and everyone she met. Molly was a brilliant and beautiful student, involved in National Honor Society, the S.R.C. Committee, MESA, Key Club and playing Varsity Tennis. She had a special spot in her heart for children and animals. Molly planned to attend Duke University in the fall. Mass will be celebrated Monday, April 28, 2003, at 5:30 p.m., to be followed by eulogies, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, April 27, 2003, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia SE, 87108 or to the National Federation of the Blind of NM, 1331Park Avenue SW, #1504, 87102. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Foy -- Irving L. Foy. The Family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all family and friends for the support and kind expressions of sympathy received during our time of loss. Thank you so much. Arrangements under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE 884-1188
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Garcia -- Beneranda (Bennie) N. Garcia. The family, sons, Gregorio and wife, Aurelia, Michael, Elias, Eugene; daughters, Barbara and husband, Luis Candelaria, Edwina Pena, Kathleen E. Lucero, and Anita Sanchez 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, cards, and food. Special thanks to Father Vincent Dominquez and the person that said the Rosary, French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE. We love and miss you so much, mom. Sons, daughters, grandkids and great-grandkids.
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Herro -- Dorothy M. Herro, 78, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, April 22, 2003. She is survived by two brothers, Nicholas Shadid of Wauwatosa, WI and Donald Shadid of Milwaukee, WI. She lived with Dr. John Shadid and wife Linda, and children, Bethany, Nicholas and Sarah of Tijeras. She is also survived by stepchildren; and nieces and nephews. Services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at Faith Bible Church, 9600 Central SE, with Pastor David Broersma officiating. Interment will take place at Wisconsin Memorial Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Hienz -- Joseph Leon Hienz"DoDo", went home to be with the Lord on April 23, 2003 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is preceded in death by his father Wenand Phillip Heinz and his mother Phyllis R. Heinz. Joseph is survived by his girlfriend, Patricia Lucero; bothers, Jacob Heinz and wife, Toni, Manuel Myers and wife, Betty, Henry Myers and wife, Roberta; sisters, Isabel Heinz Montano and husband, Ned, Mona Morris and husband, John and Lourdes Myers; 21 nieces and nephews; 22 great nieces and nephews. Joe will be remembered for his creative artistic talent and his great sense of humor. Joe served in the Army and was a Hercules Missile Crewman where he earned a National Defense Service Metal. Visitations will be held on Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary with a Rosary to be recited by Rosela Maldonado following at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. Manuel Viera on Monday morning at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Neven, Jason and Manuel Montano, Carlos Trujillo, Joseph and Chris Myers, Patrick Myers and Anthony Castillo. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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Jirol -- Mrs. Tillie Jirol, passed away Wednesday at the age of 83. She is survived by three daughters, Annie Lopez and husband, Tom, Dorothy Martinez and husband, Richard, Laura Jirol and Sam Romero, all of Albuquerque; two sisters-in-law, Laura Gutierrez and husband, Nick of California, and Anita Gonzales and husband, Tony, of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Viewing will be Sunday from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., with Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. at San Jose Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated on Monday 9:00 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church. Burial will fallow at the Mt. Calvary Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rick Martinez, Christopher Martinez, Eli Martinez, Thomas Lopez Jr., Keven Lopez, and Fred Hernandez. Honorary pallbearers will be Abel Lopez, Tony Hernandez, and Rick Hernandez.
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Johnson -- Evelyn O. Johnson, 92, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, was born June 12, 1910 and passed away in the arms of her family on Wednesday, April 23, 2003. She is survived by her son, Tadd Johnson and wife, Lee of Albuquerque; daughter, Susan and husband, D.B. Holt of Flint, TX; grandchildren, John Franklin Souders, Mark Lowell Souders, Laura Ann Traback, Todd Barton, Robin Cunningham Myers and Coby Dax Johnson; and great-grandchildren, Nathan Lowell Hedrich, Casey Donn Garcia-Cunningham, Savannah and Cody Souders, Taylor Ann and Ben Traback, and Lauren Souders. She was preceded in death by her husband, L. Lowell Johnson in 1980; and daughter, Ann Souders in 2002. Mrs. Johnson graduated from B.Y.U. in 1930, where she met her husband, L. Lowell Johnson. They were married in 1931. Mrs. Johnson, a devoted mother and wife, served in many responsible positions in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Friends may visit Saturday, April 26, 2003, in the Relief Society Room of the Haines Ward Chapel, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by services at 11:00 a.m., at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Haines Ward, 5709 Haines Avenue NE, with Bishopric 1st Councilor, David Thornburg conducting. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Kitchen -- George H. Kitchen, 77, a longtime resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2003. George was born December 4, 1925 the son of George H.,Jr. and Laura Marie Doherty Kitchen in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He served in the US Army Intelligence, during WW II. George was company president and Research Scientist in the fuel and lubricant research and development business. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Kitchen of the family home; children, Thomas G. Kitchen of Bryan, TX, and Kathleen K. Champignon of Bridgewater, NJ; one sister, Joanne Murray of Barnegat, NJ; two brothers, John K. Kitchen of Bedminster, NJ, and Edward F. Kitchen of Jeffersonton, VA; and three grandchildren, Jay R. Jones of Albuquerque, Christopher G. Champignon, and David T. Champignon. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jay Jones, Christopher Champignon, Thomas Kitchen, Ed Kitchen, John Kitchen, and Ray Kashmiri. It has been suggested that memorials be made in George's name to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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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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Krug -- Barbara A. Krug, 75, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, April 24, 2003. Services will be held Monday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Additional obituary information will be released at a later date. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Littrell -- Betty McKnight, former Albuquerque resident, 87, died January 20, 2003 at her home in Eugene, Oregon, after a ten-year battle with cancer. Family and friends in Albuquerque will hold a Memorial Service for Mrs. Littrell on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Monta�o Rd. N.W. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to McKenzie-Willamette Hospice, 1460"G" Street, Springfield, Oregon 97477-4197. Arrangements are with Poole-Larsen Funeral Home in Eugene, Oregon.
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Lucero -- Irene E. Lucero, The family would like to thank all of 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 Street SW 247-4124
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Maes -- John D. Maes of Albuquerque passed away April 22, 2003 at his home in Goodyear, AZ with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife, Susan E. Maes; mother, Stella Gutierrez of Albuquerque; daughter, Michelle L. LeCesne of Lancaster, TX; and his sons, John D. Maes and Kevin J. Maes both of Albuquerque. John is also survived by his sister, Rosemary Batts of Bellevue, NE; and two brothers, Basil Gutierrez of Albuquerque and Louis Gutierrez of Bellevue, NE. A Private Service will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM on May 1, 2003. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 East Flower St. Phoenix, AZ 85014-5699, (602) 530-6900.
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Merrill -- Myra Merrill, 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1936, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2003. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Bill Merrill of Albuquerque; nieces, Freda Wood of Greensburg, KS and Fern Ridge of Augusta, KS; and many great-nieces and nephews. Myra was a former participant of Albuquerque Christian Church. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Larry Pierson officiating. Interment will be at 12:00 noon, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Narvaiz -- Mrs. JoAnn Narvaiz. Final viewing will be Saturday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Pena Blanca; where Mass of Christian burial will follow at 11:00 a.m., with Father Ramon Aragon as celebrant. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery. . Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW
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Pearson -- Linda Gail Schlenker Pearson of Bernalillo was born August 5, 1946 in Portales, NM and she passed away in Albuquerque on Tuesday, April 22, 2003. Linda is survived by her husband, William E."Bill" Pearson of the Bernalillo home; and three children, Angela and husband, Cliff and their children, Coady, Cliff and Ruby of Durango, CO, Aaron T. Pearson and wife, Glenda and their daughter, Miranda and expected son, Tristan of Albuquerque and Garon Pearson and his son, Brandon also of Albuquerque. Linda is also survived by her mother, Hazel Helen Hamblen Schlenker of Albuquerque; sister, Pauline Tischler and husband, Melvin of Lubbock, TX; brother, Kendall and wife, Wilda of Placitas; sister, Lea Ann Keller of Placerville, CA; brother, Charles and wife, Ann of El Dorado Hills, CA; and their extended families. Linda is also survived by her lifetime best friend, Jeanine Heaton of Redlands, CA. Linda was preceded in death by her father, Harold M. Schlenker. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremains will be in the Schlenker family plot in the Friona, Texas Cemetery. Family Memorial Services are pending. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Sanchez -- Rosa Chavez Sanchez, Funeral Mass will be celebrated at San Felipe de Neri Church on Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 8:00 a.m. Burial to follow in Las Nutrias, NM. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 247-4124
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Sanchez -- Tim G. Sanchez. 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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Thomas -- Harold B.Thomas, 81, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2003. Harold was born December 20, 1921 the son of Burton and Nora West Thomas in Mosquero, New Mexico. (Harold served in the US Army during WW II.)� He had worked in Quality Control with the Sandia National Laboratories for 33 years before retiring. Harold was an avid sportsman, loved fishing, baseball, softball, and basketball. He had been a pitcher, and had the nick name of"Speed". Harold was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Velma, in July of 2001. He is survived by his daughter, Vickie Rogers; one brother, Elton Thomas and wife Gale; grandson, Michael Rogers and wife Taasha; two great-grandchildren, Kelsey and Hunter; also numerous nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express a special"Thank You" to Dr. Matthew Montoya, for his pulmonary special care and his great sense of humor. It has been suggested that memorials be made in Harold's name to the American Lung Association for Fibrosis Research, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Graveside Services (will be held on Monday, April 28,2003 at 10:30 AM) at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. (Military honors will be presented by the V.F.W., Post 2951.)� Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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Vales -- Helen D. Vales, born August 20, 1919 in Jacksonville, FL to the late Euna and J.P. Holder passed away in her sleep on April 23, 2003 at the family home. Survivors include her husband, Cdr. (Ret). Robert F. Vales of the family home; children, Sue of Jacksonville, FL, Lynday Eddy and Ron of Charlotte, NC, Michael and Jackie of Minneapolis, MN, Sally of Albuquerque, NM, Frank and Laura of Salt Lake City, UT; sister, Carolyn Hopkins of Holiday, FL; grandchildren, Laura, Doug, Mark, Donna, Ron Jr., William and Steven, Laura, Alicia, Lucas, Roberto and David; great-grandchildren, Keegan, Brogan, Tyler, Phillip, Courtney, Brittany and Thomas. Helen was a graduate of the Canal Zone College; She was a devoted Navy wife who made homes in many parts of the world. A lover of fine wines, avid bridge player, silver life master, world traveler and an outstanding gourmet cook. Helen delivered meals on wheels for 17 years, was a member of the Kirtland AFB Chapel, and the Rio Grande Kennel Club and. Memorial Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 25, 2003 in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary with Chaplain Amy Hunt officiating. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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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.
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