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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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Barela -- Liberato Manuel Barela of Denver. Husband of Jarline; father of Manny, Lawrence, Tanya of Albuquerque, NM, Maxine of Denver, Kathleen of Hawaii; son of Louisa Barela of Denver; brother to Ruben of Albuquerque, NM., Peggy of Denver and Theresa of Thornton. He served during Vietnam, 68-71, as a Drill Sergeant in the Army. He was a member of the Impact De Fe (Faith Bible Church). Inurnment Monday, April 28, 2003, 3:00 p.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Benally -- Elizabeth"Auntie" Benally, 84, of Window Rock, AZ, died Friday, April 25, 2003 at Ft. Defiance PHS in Ft. Defiance, AZ. She was born June 17, 1918 in Lake Springs, NM. Her maternal clan: The Folded Arms People, Paternal Clan: The Towering House People. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, April 28, 2003, 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Rollie Mortuary, 401 E. Nizhoni Blvd., Gallup, NM. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, April 29, 2003, at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 415 E. Green, Gallup, NM. Fr. Jim Walker will be the celebrant. Burial will be at private family cemetery in Lake Springs, New Mexico on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. Survivors include: sisters, Anita Benally of Lake Springs, NM, Luch Curley of Thoreau, NM, Marian Skeet of Lake Springs, NM; brothers, John Benally of Lake Springs, NM and Joe Francis of Lake Springs, NM; nieces, Velma Analla of Gamerco, NM, Mitzie Begay of Window Rock, AZ, Helen Boyd of Lower Greasewood, AZ, Lillian Boyd of Lower Greasewood, AZ and Patricia Damon of Window Rock, AZ; nephew, Notah Begay Jr. of Albuquerque, NM; also 31 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Calvin Analla Jr., Patrick Analla, Client Begay, Notah Begay III, Michael Callan, Malcolm Begaye, Roger Damon, Seth Damon. Honorary pallbearers will be: Calvin Analla Sr., Greg Begay, Notah Begay Jr., Nathaniel Gegaye, Keith Boyd II, Charles Damon II, Mike Etsitty, Willeto Freeland, Steve Lucas, Bennie Yazzie, Kenneth Begaye, Jr. She is preceded in death by her father, Belidaalbai-Ni;Benalli (Black Moustache) and mother, Ashi Bitsi'; brothers, Bah Begay, Timothy Benally, Kee Chee, Moncisco Frank, Ben Joe, Bi'taani Nez, Tolichess Yazzie and Tquill Tso; sisters, Pauline Begay, Beatrice Bitselly, Mary Thomas, Zonnie Tully, Elsie Yazzie and Mary Yazzie and a nephew, Merwin Begay. Rollie Mortuary, Inc., of 401 E. Nizhoni Blvd., Gallup, NM 87310 (505) 863-4452 is in charge of arrangements.
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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, 1939. 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 6:00 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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Benavidez -- Gregorio Benav°dez, 60, a lifetime resident of Casa Colorada passed away on Friday, April 25, 2003 in the loving arms of his family after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Gregorio was born on February 23, 1943 to Gaspar and Ursisinia Benav°dez. He served in the Vietnam War and retired from Kirtland Air Force Base after 33 years of service. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Tomé. Gregorio was an avid runner, and loved spending time with his grandchildren and fixing cars. Gregorio was preceded in death by his parents. Gaspar and Ursisinia Benav°dez; his brothers, Louie and Richard Benav°dez; and his father-in-law, Tomás Chávez. Gregorio is survived by his loving wife of thirty-five years, Theresa, of the family home; five children and eight grandchildren, Kevin and his wife, Juliette and their children, Joelle and Kade Gregorio; Louise Garc°a and her husband, Andrew and their children, Branden, Matthew, and Vanessa; Philip and his wife, Diana, Norma Baca and her husband, Jeffery and their children, Gabrielle and Adriana; and Richard and his daughter, Yasmine; his five brothers, Selso and his wife, Martha, Celestino and his wife, Lenor; Raymond and his wife, Mary Ann; William and his wife, Cecilia; and Pat Benav°dez; his sister, Carol Gabald¢n and her husband, Donicio; and his mother-in-law, Andreita Chávez. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2003 at Romero Funeral Home at 5:30 p.m. followed by a rosary at 6:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 28, 2003 at the Immaculate Conception Church in Tomé at 11:00 a.m. with interment following at the Campo Santo de Casa Colorada Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his nephews: Daniel, Walter, David, Erwin and Joseph Benav°dez and Gary Gabald¢n. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM 87002.
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Brandon -- Johnnie Brandon, 63, passed away in Albuquerque on Monday, April 21, 2003. Johnnie was preceded in death by his parents, Johnnie and Rebecca Brandon. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Brandon; children, Lee Brandon and Kim McNeal; grandchildren, Stephanie Brandon, Carlos Crockett, Danny Brandon and Rose Brandon. Memorial Services will be held at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna NE, on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
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Chacon -- Nestor Agustin Chacon, beloved father and grandfather, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2003. He is survived by his daughters, Pam O'Hara and Vicki Kay of Washington; son, Andres Chacon and wife, Margaret; daughter, Debra Brummell and husband, David; son, Bryan Chacon; sisters, Fina Shipley, Marie Parsen and Martha Trambley; grandchildren, Julie, Sydney and Vincent Chacon, Dylan and Dustin Brummell and Eli, Jason and Rebecca Kay. Services will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Church of Religious Science, 3320 San Pedro Dr., NE.
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Chavez -- Edna Maria Victoria Chavez-Lemons, 82, a resident of Belen, NM, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2003. Edna was cared for with loving attention by Dora Fuchs Porras and Elmer Jose Fuchs, which are in-laws of her grandson, Sean Paul Lemons. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Lemons in 2002; her son, Edwin Daniel Lemons in 1994; her daughter, Kathleen Lemons in 1970; and her great-granddaughter, Crystal Lee Joyner in 1998. She is survived by her two brothers, Raymond Chavez of Arizona and Alfoneso Chavez of New Mexico; her two sisters, Natalie Willis and Felicia Baxter both of California; her daughter, Edna Mary Lemons-Henson and husband, Fred of Rio Rancho, NM; her grandchildren, Roy Charles Lemons and companion, Barbara Boeske of Belen; Cynthia Lee Lemons of Florida; Sean Paul Lemons and wife, Margarita of Belen; and Amey Mary Reinicke and husband, William III of Albuquerque, NM; her great-grandchildren, Sabrina Archuleta, Alisha Mary Joyner, Tracy Renee Joyner, Christina Margarita Lemons, Christian Alexander Lemons, Tiffany Rochelle Lemons, William Horton Reinicke IV, and Chadwick Aaron Reinicke; and her great, great grandchildren, Anthony and Elishia Archuleta. Cremation has taken place. Both Edna and Roy's cremains will be laid to rest together at a later date at the Grand Canyon National Park, where they first met and fell in love many years ago. A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at the Romero Funeral Home Chapel. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM
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Chavez -- The family of Mr. Peter G. Chavez 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 Joe Vigil, Deacon Manuel Facio from Our Lady Of Guadalupe Catholic Church celebrants of the Mass, to Marjorie Rodriguez for reciting the Rosary, Winnie Lewis for the Eulogy, Rita Chavez for the music, Deanna Pohl for the readings and to the pallbearers. Special appreciation to all medical facilities and staff from Utah, Texas and New Mexico for their compassion and caring throughout the years.¯ Arrangements by:¯¯¯GABALDON MORTUARY¯¯¯¯¯ ¯¯¯1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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Cordova -- In Memory ofMANUEL CORDOVA July 1, 1949 - April 28, 2002We make it through each and every day. It's not the same since you went away. We made it through the year and the holidays, always thinking of you. Our memories are many Our tears are plenty Always in our prayers Always in our minds Forever in our hearts.Your loving family Vickie, Andrea and Armando
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Dowell -- Uley¯Pappy¯ Dowell, age 79, a resident of Lake Sumner, NM for many years died Wednesday, April 23, 2003 in an automobile accident at Lake Sumner State Park. Pappy was born April 11, 1924 in Eldon, Iowa to the home of Uley Dewite Dowell Sr. and the former Grace Howard. He served over 22 years in the United States Navy during World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He was a longtime member and Post Commander of American Legion Post #29 at Lake Sumner, a member of the National Bass Club, North American Fishing Association; Good Sam's Club; National Rifle Assn.; and a member of the Eagles Club in Roswell and a charter member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles at Fort Sumner. Pappy was preceded in death by his longtime companion, Georgia Jones on November 16, 2002; a brother, Irish Dowell and a sister, Goldie Chapman. Survivors include a son, Marvin Dowell of McAlester, Oklahoma; two grandsons, Christopher T. Dowell of Alameda, CA; and Benjamin M. Dowell of Maryland. Cremation has taken place. A remembrance service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, 2003 from the Chavez Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Sumner, NM with Mr. Mitch Gray, pastor of the Fort Sumner Church of Christ officiating. A gathering of family and friends will follow at 5:00 p.m. at American Legion Post #29, Lake Sumner, New Mexico. All arrangements are under the direction of Chavez Funeral Home in Fort Sumner, New Mexico. (505) 355-2311 www.chavezfuneralhome.com
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Doyle -- Philip G. Doyle, 72, a 10 year resident of Rio Rancho, died April 24, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Virginia Doyle of Rio Rancho, NM; son, John T. Doyle and wife, Barbara of Hudson, NH; grandsons, Patrick J. and Ryan C. Doyle; sister, Mary Jane E. McArthur and husband, Earl of Cohasset, MA; and several other family members. Philip grew up in Woodland, ME before moving to Chelmsford, MA where they lived for 30 years. He was a member and trustee of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, a member of American Legion Post #23 of Woodland, ME. He enjoyed hiking and was an active volunteer of the YMCA Westside AOA's, and also a volunteer at the Rio Grande Zoo. Friends may visit French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd., NW, Monday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Memorial service will be Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 2701 The American Rd., Rio Rancho, with Rev. Jeannine E. Lamb, officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Family would prefer memorial contributions to St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 2701 The American Rd., Rio Rancho, NM, 87124.French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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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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Fox -- Faye, 87, a lifetime resident of New Mexico, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2003. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Bynard of Albuquerque; son, Gene Fox and wife, Helen of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Mike, Toni, Sandy and Crystal; great-grandchildren, Michelle, Teri, Jennifer, A.J., Jory, Kelsey and twins Kimberley and Kaitlen; great-great grandchildren, Devin Gene, and Shannon Faye. Faye was preceded in death by her son, Rex Fox, grandson, Joe Fox, brother, Jack Wayne Woltmon. She was a member of Business & Professional Women and a member of The Church of Christ. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 3rd, 3:30 p.m., French Mortuary - University Blvd Chapel. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice.French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Gallegos -- Mary Ester Gallegos, 92, a resident of Albuquerque, formally of Moriarty, NM, passed away Friday April 25, 2003. She was born January 21, 1911, to Felipe and Flora (Torrez) Alderete in Punte De Agua, NM. She was married to her late husband, Fidel Gallegos November 5, 1932 and they lived in Moriarty until his passing in 1993. She is survived by their daughters, Rita White of Albuquerque, Josie Padilla and her husband, Ramon of Albuquerque, Mollie Candelaria and her husband, Robert of Tucson, AZ, also surviving her are her 18 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her daughter Francis Perea, two grandchildren, Stephen and Nicholas Candelaria and her son-in-law, David White. Mary was a member of Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, she was a loving mother, grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend, she will be missed by those who knew and loved her. A rosary will be recited Sunday April 27, 2003, 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty. A mass will be celebrated Monday April 28, 2003, 9:00 a.m. at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, with Father Anthony Martinez Officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Catholic cemetery in Moriarty, NM. Pallbearers will be, Ramon Padilla, Joseph Padilla, Robert Jude Candelaria, Anthony Candelaria, Christopher Candelaria, Charles John Candelaria. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Florenio Aldereta and Joseph Ryan Valley. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Carmelite Monastery in Santa Fe, NM- 1-505-983-7232. Arrangements were entrusted to the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM. (505) 832-6130. Grant Preston Funeral director.
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Graham -- The family of Mrs. Mary Dolores Graham 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 Fred Kearns, Christian Fellowship in Los Lunas for officiating the Memorial Service and to Kaseman Hospice for their kindness and care. Arrangements by; ¯GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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Greenfield -- Lydia Louise Beatty Greenfield passed away on April 21, 2003 as a result of an accident suffered while traveling in Southeast Asia. Lydia was 77 years old. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Paul V. Greenfield; daughter, Patricia Greenfield West; sons, Paul V. Greenfield, Jr., John A. Greenfield and Alan R. Greenfield; granddaughter, Kate West; sisters, Pat Tyler and Eleanor McNamee; brother, John Beatty, and many nieces and nephews. Born July 23, 1925 in Clairton, Pennsylvania, Lydia's family moved from Pennsylvania to California when she was 14. She graduated from the University of California at Berkley in 1947, and taught elementary school prior to her marriage to Paul Greenfield in 1953. Lydia touched the lives of countless friends and family members in the many places she called home during her lifetime, including Mt. Shasta, CA, Midland, MI, Newark, OH, Cleveland, OH and Albuquerque, NM. She will be remembered for her generous spirit and exceptionally positive outlook on life, her interminable enthusiasm, an endless love for travel and adventure, and the fact that she and her adoring husband Paul never had an argument. A celebration of her life will be held in Albuquerque on May 31. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW 897-0300
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Griego -- Esibia C. Griego, 82, went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2003 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso Griego and a son, Tony Martinez. She is survived by her son, Charles Martinez and wife Sharon; five grandchildren, Lloyd Martinez, Prescilla Tapia, Gilbert Martinez, Tanya Martinez and Naomi Chaudahuri; and eight great grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held on Monday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with an evening service to follow in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday morning at 11:00 a.m. also in the mortuary chapel. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gilbert Martinez, Prescilla Tapia, Lloyd Martinez, Johnny Sanchez, Richard Madrid and Maria Martinez. Funeral services are in the care of:Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 253-5222
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Gutierrez -- Louis P. (Louie) Gutierrez,79, formerly of Las Vegas, NM, passed away in Albuquerque on April 22, 2003.¯ He was born in Dilia, NM to Francisco and Adela Sanchez Gutierrez.¯ Louie was a WW II veteran.¯ He married Helen Crespin of Chaperito on June 11, 1953 and they made thier¯home in Hammond, IN where he worked as a crane operator for Inland Steel Mills for 30 years, and he retired in 1978 and moved back to Las Vegas, NM where he resided until recently when he became ill.¯ Louie¯ was a long time member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Las Vegas. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen, of 32 years, on May 26, 1985; his parents, and¯three brothers, Arthur, Tony, and Mike.¯ He is survived by his second wife, Hazel, of Las Vegas, NM;¯daughter, Terri Grimm and husband, Jim of Wichita, KS; sisters, Evelyn Lovato and husband, Tony of Rio Rancho, Margaret Page and husband, Abel of Albuquerque; brothers, Raymond and wife, Annabelle of Santa Fe, Benito and wife, Carmen of Albuquerque; sisters-in-law, Anna Gutierrez of Rio Rancho, Loretta Gutierrez of Seattle, WA, and Ramona Gutierrez of Santa Rosa, brother-in-law, and sister-in-law, Gilbert and Rose Montoya of Las Vegas; also many nephews, nieces, cousins and close friends that all loved him very much and will miss him. Funeral services are in Las Vegas, NM, under the direction of Nelson Funeral Home.¯ A Rosary will be recited on Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Las Vegas.¯ The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment will be at 2:30 PM at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe.¯ In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Louie's name to the Alzheimer's Association, New Mexico Chapter, 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. A Memorial Mass will¯be held at a later date at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho.
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Gutierrez -- Mr. Joe R. Gutierrez passed away on Saturday.¯ He was a retired Line Driver from Yellow Freight.¯ He is proceeded in death by his father, Johnny Gutierrez, father and mother in law, Santiago and Juanita Maestas, grandparents, Pedro and Plajeras Gutierrez and Cleofus and Angelita Garcia.¯ Many thanks to the Hospece nurse, Meryl Richards and all the Hospice staff at Anna Kaseman.¯ He is survived by his wife, Lillian Gutierrez of the family home, son, Ray Gutierrez and beautiful wife, Adriana, sarrigate daughters, Martha Veleta, Rachel Floryance and fiance, Jerry Nickels, ex daughter in law, Michelle Gutierrez, brothers, Raymond Gutierrez, Johnny Ray Gutierrez and wife, Bea, Cleo Gutierrez, sister in law, Lucille Gutierrez, sister, Angie Silva and husband, Daniel, grandchildren, Ray Ray Gutierrez, Robert Gutierrez, Jorge Estla, Dimitri Floryance, Maia Gutierrez, and, Elisa Veleta, neices and nephews, Eddie, Flora, Kathy, Pam ,Randy, Danny, Jennifer, Dominic, Cindy, Richard, Lori, Cristina, David, and, Melody, several nephews and neices and countless friends.¯ In lieu of flowers donations be made to the UNM Childrens Hospital in the name of Tomas Silva uncle Joe's little buddy.¯ Memoral Rosary will be held Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. S.W.
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Hamilton -- Donald Raymond Hamilton passed away at home early Friday, April 25, 2003. 2-19-29 - ¯4-25-03 Oldest son of Raymond Whittier Hamilton and Elizabeth Slattery Hamilton Born in Denver Colorado. Moved to California when a youth, graduated from Topeka High School, Topeka, Kansas. After a 2 year tour of duty with U. S. Army, Don returned to Topeka and married Virginia Woodward on February 20, 1954. After graduation from Washburn University with a BA in Accounting, Don was employed by Sears Roebuck and, transferred to Santa Fe in 1964 as controller of the downtown Sears store. Don's last 25 years of employment were with the New Mexico State Corporation Commission, retiring in December 1990.¯The last few years he helped distribute commodities for the Senior Centers. Donald is survived by his beloved wife, Virginia, of 49 years, four adored children - Cynthia Mae Chambers and husband, Robert of Colorado Springs, CO, Jean Elizabeth Taylor and husband, Michael of Santa Fe, Douglas Wade and wife, Libby Butler Hamilton of Las Cruces, and Stuart Raymond Hamilton and AnnMarie Lynch of Santa Fe.¯The lights of his life were his wife, children, their spouses and his grandchildren: Chad, Tiffany, Scott, and Kimberly Chambers; Eva, Danielle, Sarah, and Michael Taylor; and Derrek and Amelia Hamilton. He also leaves his brothers, Theodore Hamilton and wife, Patricia of Las Vegas, NV and Patrick Hamilton of Alba, TX.; and many nieces and nephews scattered all over the country. Donald was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. His passing leaves a huge hole in the lives of all who knew and loved him. ¯He was a big man with an even bigger heart. ¯Scruffy, Slick, and MT will also miss him. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa St., Santa Fe, NM (505) 984-8600
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Heinz -- Joseph Leon Hienz"Joe", 47, 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; brothers, 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 sister Lourdes Myers; 21 nieces and nephews; 22 great-nieces and nephews and several friends. 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 Medal. 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 Nevin, Jason and Manuel Montano, Joseph and Chris Myers, Patrick Myers, Anthony Castillo and Carlos Trujillo. Funeral services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 253-5222
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Horn -- Rosie Horn, 62, a resident of San Antonio formerly of Albuquerque, died Thursday, April 24, 2003. Rosary will be recited Monday, April 28, 2003 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Church, Lomas at Tennessee. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery.French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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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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Kitchen -- George is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Nancy Kitchen of Rio Rancho, NM, his son Thomas Kitchen of Bryan, TX, his daughter Kathleen Champignon of Bridgewater, NJ, three grandchildren, Jay of Albuquerque, NM, and Chris and David of Bridgewater, NJ, brother John K. Kitchen of Bedminster, NJ, Edward F. Kitchen of Jeffersonton, VA and his sister Joanne C. Murray of Barnegat Light, NJ. George is a graduate of Holy Spirit High School, Atlantic City, NJ Class of 1942. He attended Drexel Institute of Technology. His undergraduate work was interrupted by World War II where George served in the Army's 103rd Cactus¯ Infantry Division. George received four bronze stars for service in the Rhineland, Central Europe, Rome-Arno, and Southern France campaigns. He returned to finish his college studies at Drexel and Penn State Universities earning degrees in Petroleum and Chemical Engineering. George was employed by Atlantic Refining in Philadelphia, PA from 1948 to 1955. He then became supervisor of the Fuels and Lubrication research at Bell Telephone Laboratories, Murray Hill, NJ until 1982. At his retirement, he was recognized for having introduced new lubricants and lubricant practices that improved the reliability of an enormous variety of equipment. He was a pioneer in using solid lubricants, especially PTFE and molybdenum disulfide for applications ranging from the Telstar antenna to undersea systems. Of particular significance, were his studies on the stabilization of stored fuels, which have made perpetual storage possible. George retired to Rio Rancho where he co-founded International Lubrication and Fuel Consultants Inc. with his wife Nancy in July 1982 to continue working in his field. The company has developed several patents relating to fuel additives and testing procedures He was a lifetime member of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers. In 1966 he received this society's Wilber Deutsch Memorial Award and served as President from 1986 to 1987. He also was an active member of ASTM International for over 30 years and was currently working on cathodic protection standards for underground storage tanks. George was a vibrant community leader and servant who led by example. He was a historian and board member of the Telephone Pioneer Museum of New Mexico since its inception in downtown Albuquerque in 1997. The Museum, a project of retirees from AT&T, US West, and Lucent Technologies, celebrates the history of the telephone communications industry. As a member of the Lions Club, George prominently served the organization in many capacities. His Lions career started when he joined the Albuquerque Northwest Lions Club, which today is the Rio Rancho Host Club. He was president from 1987-1988. He was awarded a Melvin Jones Fellowship in 1991 for his outstanding humanitarian services. He served as 40N District Governor, 1997-1998 and the state Multiple Council Chairman 2000-2001. During his term as Governor he ran the first Charity Ball in Rio Rancho to benefit the New Mexico Lions Eye Foundation. He department and Lions to bring Diabetes testing along with eye screening to rural areas of New Mexico. George was a member of the Edelweiss AM, the Rio Grande German American Club. Through the year he brought many of Rio Rancho's charity organizations together for the fundraising Oktoberfest celebrations. George was also a member of the Rio Rancho Chamber of Commerce and the Rio Rancho Chamisa Hills Country Club. October 2002, he returned to Atlantic City to attend his 60th class reunion. He enjoyed spending time with his schoolmates. In April 2003 he had an opportunity to say his final goodbyes to his fellow Lions, as he was MC at the 40N Convention in Rio Rancho. He was hospitalized on April 14th and died in the hospital of heart failure. We who knew him well will miss him a lot. Mass of Christian burial is Monday, April 28, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary 4310 Sara Road in Rio Rancho 892-9920
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Krug -- Barbara Ann, passed away April 24, 2003 at the age of 75. She was the third child born to Lucien and Novella Hoch on May 8, 1927 in Las Vegas, NM.¯ She graduated from East Las Vegas High in 1944 and attended Colorado Woman's College in Denver for two years. Barbara, then, attended the California Medical School of Technology and graduated as a Medical Technician. After moving back to Albuquerque, Barbara met her future husband, Roland W. Krug, in September of 1947 at the Paradise Valley Club. They were married at the First Presbyterian Church in Las Vegas, NM on June 10, 1949. Barbara was married to Roland for 53 years, raising four children. She is survived by her husband, Roland, and sister, Marion N. Smith, and was preceded in death by her brother, David H. Hoch.¯ She is also survived by her children, Kristine K. Kline and husband, Edward, Marc S. Krug, and wife, Yue Zhang, Gary D. Krug, and Laura D. Krug and fiance, Gary Mathews.¯Also surviving are her four grandchildren, Kinnan L. Kline, Jared N. Kline and wife, Karen, Geoffery J. Krug, and Holly X. Krug; and one great-grandchild, Castor J. Kline. Barbara immensely enjoyed cheering on the UNM Lobo basketball team and completing jigsaw and crossword puzzles. She also stayed abreast of current news, especially headline trials, and enjoyed debating national, state, and local politics. To share a favorite lyric from Nat King Cole's"Nature Boy","The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return."¯ Services will be held at French Mortuary - University Blvd. Chapel on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 2:00 pm with graveside service to follow at Sunset Memorial Park.¯ Should friends desire, a tribute of flowers or a contribution to their favorite charity may be made in her memory.¯ May you rest upon soft eternal breezes, as a silken butterfly in effortless flight.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 Montano 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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Maio -- Charles Louis Maio (Charlie) of El Paso, Texas passed away on April 24, 2003, after a short illness in Del Sol Hospital with wife, Sally and Father James Hall at his bedside. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 27, 1938. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Mr. Maio is preceded in death by his parents, Charley and Cleo Maio, sister, Lorelle (Lori Dee) Maio and daughter, Terry Maio. He is survived by his wife, Sally of El Paso and his faithful companion, BEHR. Sons, Rick Francis of El Paso, Scott Francis of Clint, TX and daughter, Tammy Minot of Tucson, AZ. Sisters, Betty Painter of Albuquerque, NM and Beverly Dysart of Suisun, CA. 11 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He graduated from Highland High School in Albuquerque, NM and attended the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Along with his wife Sally, he was the owner and operator of Office Liquidators II in El Paso. He was a member of the BBB, El Paso Chamber of Commerce and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. He was active in many local golf tournaments and known by all as an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. Visitation will be on Monday, April 28, 2003 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a rosary at 7:00 p.m.. A funeral mass wil be held on Tuesday, April 29, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. A special thank you to Ed Welz and staff at Well Care. As well as Mary, the charge nurse of ICU at Del Sol Hospital. Special friends will act as pallbearers.
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Mallory -- Robert A. Mallory, 92, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2003 in Albuquerque, his home for 7 years. He was born near Hampton, Iowa on September 29, 1910. He graduated from Iowa State Teachers College, served in the U.S. Army through WWII and the Korean War. He and his wife, Dayle, owned a bookshop in Grand Rapids, MI for 23 years. He held a Life Master in duplicate bridge, won three international awards for hybridizing iris and wrote poetry. He will be missed by his family and many friends for his unique humor, curiosity, and interest in everybody he met. He is precedeased by his wife, Dayle, daughter, Robin Hoth, and sister, Irene Wolff. He is survived by his daughter, Lynn Mallory; friend, Kathleen McCorkell; grandson, Michael Vidro and wife, Felecia; their children, Rebecca and Jake, all of Albuquerque; grandson, Aaron Vidro, daughter, Sabrina and her mother, Traci Vidro, of Grand Rapids, son-in-law, Lester Hoth; grandson, Jason Hoth and wife, Gina, their children, Adam and Carson, granddaughter, Tiffany Smith and husband, Bradley, all of Bentonville, Arkansas area and his sister, Rhoda Anderson of Coolidge, AZ; A brief memorial service followed by a party will be held in his memory at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 30th, in the dining room at Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Retirement Community, at 5201 Roma NE
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Marquez -- Anna Marie Marquez November 21, 1954 - April 27, 2002The day the Lord reached down his hand and lifted you up to the sky, it was hard to let you go and harder to say good-bye. When you closed your eyes and had a smile on your face, we knew the Lord had taken you to his very special place. All your pain just faded away but our love for you will always stay.Mom, We love you and miss you so much. Thank you for being such a strong and beautiful person not only on the outside but also on the inside.Michelle, Lorenzo, Lil Lorenzo, & Dad
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Olguin -- The family of Mrs. Maria Isabel Olguin 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 Hilare Velaquette, St. Augustine Catholic Church, Isleta, N.M. celebrant of the Mass, to Shirley Zuni for reciting the Rosary and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY ¯¯¯¯¯1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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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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Price -- Lt. Col. Robert H. Price (USAF retired), 83, born October 20, 1919 in Lawrence, Kansas, died April 23, 2003 in Chandler, Arizona. A Funeral Service will be held at the Berardinelli Funeral Home in Santa Fe, New Mexico at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 28, 2003 followed by an Interment Service at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Mr. Price graduated from the University of Kansas in 1941 and spent the next 27 years in the Army Air Corps/U. S. Air Force, starting as a Glider Pilot in World War II where he earned distinction as the only Glider Pilot to destroy a German anti-aircraft gun emplacement by landing his glider on top of the gunpit while it was attempting to shoot down other aircraft in his formation. He later transitioned to powered flight, piloting various Air Force aircraft to include a combat tour flying the B-26 aircraft in the Korean War. His military decorations include the Purple Heart, Distinguished Flying Cross, and Air Medal. He retired from the military in 1968 as a Lieutenant Colonel and spent the next 25 years in Albuquerque, New Mexico followed by ten years in Chandler, Arizona. He was married for over 48 years to Ruth (Rodgers) Price who preceded him in death in 1990. They raised two sons, Colonel Robert H. Price Jr.(USAF retired) of Anchorage, Alaska and Commander Stephen R. Price (USN retired) of Silverdale, Washington; grandchildren, are Susan Davis of Colorado Springs, Major Robert H. Price III of Anchorage, and Eric Price of Silverdale, Washington; and four great-grandchildren, Ryan, Brendan, Evan, and Megan Davis with a fifth great-grandson, Nicholas Robert Price due in June. He was an avid sportsman and outdoorsman and raised his sons accordingly. Several times he was the Southwestern Field Archery Champion and New Mexico State Field Archery Champion and enjoyed any chance he could get to go hunting or fishing, whether in New Mexico with friends or Alaska or Washington with his sons and grandsons. He spent his final years in Chandler, Arizona with his wife, Geri, who made a wonderful home for him in his later years. He will be missed by his many family and friends and remembered as a kind man, a staunch patriot, and someone with unwaivering convictions. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends for Life Animal Sanctuary, 143 W. Vaughn Ave., Gilbert, AZ 85234.
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Quintana -- Mrs. Patricia C. ( Patti ) Quintana, 53, born and raised in Santa Fe, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1979 died April 25, 2003 after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Quintana is the beloved wife of 36 years to Richard Quintana; she is also survived by three sons, Joe Ray Rodela of Tierra Amarilla, Rick of Rio Rancho, Chris and wife, Flo of Rio Rancho; one grandson, Nicholas; her loving parents, Vernon and Cecilia Rodriguez of Rio Rancho; sisters; Camilla Baca and husband, Bill of Albuq., Gina Robertson and husband, Sam of Rio Rancho, Verna Holmes and husband, Mark of Albuq.; her Uncle Donald Rodriguez and wife, Olivia of Santa Fe; mother-in-law, Pauline Quintana of Santa Fe; brothers-in-law, Robert Quintana of Santa Fe, Larry Quintana and wife, Liz of Santa Fe, Lonie Quintana and wife, Rene of Santa Fe; sisters-in-law, JoAnn Gonzales and husband, Arthur of Memphis and Margo Camponovo and husband, John of Cabot, Az.; many nieces, nephews, cousins and loving friends. Mrs. Quintana was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation will be Wednesday morning from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. with a Memorial Mass to celebrated at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1502 Sara Rd, Rio Rancho, N.M. by Father Hoi Tran. Interment of cremains will follow in the Rose Garden of Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY ¯¯¯¯¯1000 Old Coors Rd SW ¯¯¯¯¯243-7861
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Rael -- In Loving Memory of Richard Rael October 11, 1963 - April 27, 2001An Angel above us, Always to love us, An Angel beside us Always to guide usLove you always, son, Jeremy Rael; mother and father, Marcy and John Rael; sis, Gloria Garcia; grandmother, Margaret Baca; aunt, uncles; and lots of good loving friends.
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Richardson -- Juanita Raquel Torres Richardson was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on June 24, 1948.¯ She went to be with the Lord on April 25, 2003, after a courageous struggle with cancer.¯ Juanita graduated from Rio Grande High School in 1966. She attended the University of New Mexico, graduating with a BS in Elementary Education/Special Education in 1970. She started her teaching career in Belen, New Mexico. She later taught in San Jose, California; Pasadena, Texas; and Albuquerque. Her father, Sinesio álvarez Torres and sister, Thelia Patricia, preceded Juanita in death.¯ She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Jim, and her loving children Angela and Tony.¯ Other family members include: her mother, Angelina Calderon Torres; her brothers, Carlos and wife, Patty; Sinesio (Snip) and wife, Mary Helen; Emilio and wife, Midge; sisters, Rose Mary (Redd) Eakin and husband, Randy; and Jo-An Torres and husband, Dean Dye.¯ Many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews were also blessed by being a part of her family. Juanita was a devoted wife and mother. She provided her husband and children with unwavering support and love.¯She will be remembered for her kindness, loving nature, unselfishness, nurturing spirit and abiding strength through her faith in the Lord.¯ She always had a humorous story; she loved to sing; and delighted in enchanting children with story telling, often with her mom.¯ She was known for enhancing her stories and school announcements with appropriate accents.¯ She never met a cat she didn¯t love. Those who knew Juanita felt truly blessed to have her in their lives. The family extends deepest gratitude to the American Cancer Society, the New Mexico Cancer Center, and the compassionate caregivers in the Presbyterian Hospital Oncology Ward and to her supportive neighbors in Tinnin Farms. A Rosary Vigil Service will be held on Tuesday, April 29, at 7:00 pm at Risen Savior Catholic Community Church, 7701 Wyoming Blvd., NE (just south of Paseo del Norte).¯ A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 30, at 10:00 am at Risen Savior Catholic Community Church. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be sent to the American Cancer Society¯ ABQ Chapter, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87108, designated for the ¯Juanita's Joy¯ fund.¯ Your living memorial to this beautiful human being will be used to continue for people affected by cancer, what brought Juanita great joy throughout her life¯helping others to have a better life.
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Sanchez -- Ramon Sanchez. The family would like to express their appreciation for the flowers, cards and food from their family and friends during their time of sorrow. Your kind expressions of sympathy, compassion and love are appreciated. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Sanchez -- Rosa Chavez Sanchez, The family 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. The family would also like to extend a special thank you to the Staff of West Mesa Care and Rehabilitation Center. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 247-4124
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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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Whitfield -- Alice Hansen Whitfield August 20, 1912 - April 21, 2003Alice Whitfield, 90 years young. She was a resident of Albuquerque since her marriage to James H. Whitfield. She is survived by James Alan Whitfield of Kino Bay, Mexico, Chuck and Kay Whitfield of Silver City, NM, Bill and Charlotte Whitfield of El Paso; five granddaughters, Cindy, Christy, Aimee, Amber, Autumn; two great-grandchildren, Anabella and Hayden. Lovingly called"Maka" and"Little Grandma". She will always be loved and missed by all.
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