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Barcord -- Charles Robert Barncord, 83, a resident of Albuquerque for over 40 years, passed away May 22, 2003 after a valiant struggle with cancer. Marguerite Barncord, his loving wife of 57 years, passed away February 2, 1999. He is survived by his son, Gary Barncord and wife, Dolores of Minden, NE; his daughter, Linda Barncord and husband, Frank Geick of Emerald Hills, CA; his granddaughters, Kenneta Kraemer of Aurora, CO, and Inde Barncord Wissing and husband, Chris of Kearney, NE; his great-granddaughter, Lacy Kraemer of Aurora, CO; and sister, Norma Owen and husband, Jack of Sun Lakes, AZ. Charles"Bob" married Marguerite October 1941 in Whitewater, KS. After the outbreak of WWII, Bob entered the Army and studied engineering at Ohio State University. In 1944, they moved to Los Alamos when Bob was selected to work on the Manhattan Project and where Marguerite served as a registered nurse. After the war concluded, Bob completed his ME degree in May 1949 at the University of New Mexico, while continuing to work for University of CA on Sandia Base. In November 1949, he joined Sandia National Laboratory where he worked in Albuquerque, NM and Livermore, CA until his retirement as Controller, in May 1982. Bob and Marguerite traveled extensively after his retirement and were active members of the Monte Vista Christian Church. Cremation has taken place and Bob was laid to rest with his beloved wife, Marguerite at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2003, 1:30 p.m. at the Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, with Reverends Fred Dorisse and Michelle Tatlock officiating. The family requests those wishing to remember Bob make memorial contributions, to the Monte Vista Christian Church.
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Bornholdt -- John J. Bornholdt, age 67, a resident of Albuquerque for 29 years passed away June 24, 2003. Survivors include his sons, Bruce J. Bornholdt and wife, Becky of Mason City, IA, Robert M. Bornholdt of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Robert and Tommy Bornholdt of IA, Ryan Bornholdt of Albuquerque. John was retired as Sgt. First Class from the U.S. Army and as an Engineer from Sandia Nat'l Labs after 13 years of service. Viewing and visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 27, 2003 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Graveside Services and interment will be held 10:30 a.m., Monday June 30, 2003 at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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Bradley -- Melissa Dawn Bradley, 21, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away June 22, 2003. She is survived by her husband, Cody Bradley; her children, Christina and Christopher Bradley; parents, Sue and Dave Fisher of Edgewood; brothers, Matt, Ryan and David Fisher; her in-laws, Omar and Doris Bradley; brother-in-law, Joseph Strong; sister-in-law, Erica Bradley; and numerous other family members and friends. Melissa loved so many things in her life, anyone having the opportunity of sharing part of her life found it impossible not to love her. She will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known her. Funeral services will be Friday, June 27, 2003, 10:00 a.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, with her uncle, Bruce Stefanik officiating. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions, in the name of Christina Bradley, be made to any Wells Fargo Bank branch, account #1351494011. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Brosseau -- Joseph Edward Brosseau, Jr., Age 88, died at his home in Santa Fe on June 24, 2003. He and his partner, Newt Eddy, developed Rodeo Business Park. Brosseau was born in Chicago in 1915. He visited New Mexico first when he was 14. He attended the University of Georgia, studying economics. In WWII he was a member of the Army Air Corps. On a trip to New Mexico, he was introduced to Roberta Martin whose family owned the general store and a ranch in El Rito. The couple was married in 1943 when Brosseau was a flight instructor at an Army airbase in Texas. After the war, the Brosseaus bought property on the Rio Chama where they raised cattle and ran a guest ranch. They moved to Santa Fe in the 1950's when Ed became head of the New Mexico Dept. of Motor Vehicles under Governor Ed Mechecm. After several years in government, he went into private business and, with his wife, formed the Pronto Printing Co. During the uranium boom, he was president of Pinon Uranium Co. Later, he bought a gold mine near Durango, CO. Brosseau invented the JEB Rod, which he had manufactured in Chicago. In 1966, semi-retired, he became chairman of St. Vincent Hospital's development board. In his 70's, he took up cutting horse competition. He traded cattle from a ranch near Clayton. Brosseau was also a talented golfer. He is preceded in death by his sister, Caroline; and brother, John. He is survived by his wife, Roberta Martin Brosseau; brother-in-law, John Martin and his wife, Barbara; 18 nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and nephews. Private Funeral Service for immediate family will be held, followed by a memorial gathering, which will be announced at a later date. The family requests, that instead of flowers, donations be sent to the St. Vincent Hospital Foundation, 455 St. Michael's Dr., Santa Fe, NM, 87505. McGee Memorial Chapel 1320 Luisa Street Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505 983-9151
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Chavez -- Ricardo Chavez"The Dawg," passed away on June 24, 2003. He was born on June 7, 1931 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Mr. Chavez is survived by his wife, Espidiona Chavez; son, Richard Chavez; daughters, Dianna Sena and Ben Chavez, Jerry Trujillo and Reitha McCoy and husband, Bill; brother, Billy Chavez and wife, Irene; sisters, Fannie Chavez and husband, Ernest, Sadie Mares and husband, Ray and Rosie Duran and husband, Joe; grandchildren, Chris Sena, Michelle Trujillo, Darlene Trujillo and Elliott McCoy and great-grandchildren, Fran Trujillo and Christopher Perez. Mr. Chavez will be deeply missed by loving family. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the St. Therese Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Chilili Cemetery in Chilili, NM. Pallbearers will be Danny Mares, Richard Young, Antonio Sierra, Steven Pino, Bobby Montano and Joe Swallows. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Duran, Chucky Duran, Lorenzo Gurule and Albert Pino. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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Chavez -- Rose In memory of Rose M. Chavez October 1, 1918 to June 26, 2003 One year has gone by, we miss you very much. Frank Madrid, Irene Lovato and family
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Davenport -- A Visitation for Mr. Davenport will be Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Funeral Service to follow at 10:00 a.m. by Pastor Rocky Anderson. Interment of the cremains will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Military Honors by the D.A.V. Chapter #3. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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Davenport -- Rev. Warren Davenport. On June 24, 2003 at 7:20 p.m., a host of angels escorted Rev. Warren Davenport into the waiting arms of Jesus. He is survived by his wife, Mary Winter Davenport of Albuquerque; sons, Ernie Davenport and wife, Barbara of Richardson, TX, Robert Davenport and wife, Carmen of Los Angeles, CA, and Rev. Doug Davenport and wife, Linda of Kirksville, MO; daughters, Diane W. Dixon of Albuquerque and Donna Alsobrooks and husband, Richard of Charlotte, NC; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous other family and friends. Rev. Davenport retired after 60 years as pastor of Assembly of God Churches. He loved to be involved in building churches and in missionary work as an evangelist. Warren was actively involved as a volunteer with his wife, Mary. They were voted Volunteers of the Year at Sandia National Labs in 2002. Services will be held Friday, June 27, 2003, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Thursday, June 26, 2003, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, P.O. Box 26666, 87125. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Gouch -- Cluster Gutenberg Gouch, age 70, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years died June 25, 2003. Survivors include his sons, Justin Gouch of Albuquerque, Donald Gouch and wife Heather of Albuquerque, Glenn Gouch and wife, Kimberly of Chandler, AZ and Marvin Gouch of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Alex, Britton, Mariah, Renee and Kalin. Cluster is preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Mary Gouch in 1996 and son, Michael Gouch in 1959. He retired from the Air Force in 1976 and was a member of the DAV, Vietnam Veterans and AARP. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 27, 2003 at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Disabled American Veterans. Arrangements under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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Griego -- Mr. Andy Griego, 55, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 20, 2003. Mr. Griego is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years, Mickey Griego; two daughters, Pamela Gurule and husband, Carlos, and Jennie Griego; one son, Andrew J. Griego; two sisters, Gloria Armijo and Rachael Candelaria and husband, Arthur; two brothers, Tito Griego and Gino Griego; 12 grandchildren, Jeremy, Alicia Rose, Carla, Jonathan, Natasha, Leeann, Drew, Antonio, Sofia, Isaac, Annette and Andrea; one aunt, Agnes Sanchez and husband, Elud; one uncle, Benny Cordova; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Griego was preceded in death by his parents, Tony and Sadie Griego; and his brothers, Tony and Manuel Griego. He was a member of the Bethesda S.D.A. Church. A Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. by Pastor Alex Horton, Elder Charles McKinney and Elder John McKinney. Final Visitation will be Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m., Pastor Alex Horton, Elder Charles McKinney and Elder John McKinney will officiate. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andrew, Gino and Ahren Griego, Steve and Ismael Baca and Rick Carabajal. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rudy Gurule and Jeremiah Wright. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 243-7861
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Gurule -- Mr. Jose Domingo Gurule died Monday, June 23, 2003 in Albuquerque at the age of 81. Mr. Gurule is preceded in death by a son, George Gurule. He is survived by his wife, Sinnie M. Gurule; children, Alvin Gurule and wife, Patricia of Vadito, NM, Dennis Gurule and wife, Anna of Alameda, NM, and Carl Gurule and Robbie Baca of Los Ranchos, NM; brothers, Jesus Gurule of CA, Moises Gurule and wife, Lucilla of Santa Fe, CA, and Agustine Gurule and wife, Judy of Modesto, CA; sister, Estefanita Peralta of Kansas; and seven grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mr. Gurule will be held on Friday at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Albert Montoya, Joe Gurule, Jerry Gurule, Leroy Gurule, Emilio Lopez Jr., Anthony Marez, and Gabriel Gurule. Honorary pallbearers will be Adrian Griego and Brad Wilder. A Rosary for Mr. Gurule will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 247-4124
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Lucero -- Antonio"Tony" Lucero 92, a long time resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, June 24, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Eloisa Lucero of Albuquerque; sons, Salvador Lucero of El Paso, TX, Arthur Lucero and wife, Adela of Cuba, NM, Eduardo Lucero and wife, JoAnn, and Richard Lucero, all of Albuquerque; stepdaughter, Mary Padilla and husband, Carlos of Espanola, NM; grandsons, Anthony Lucero and wife, Heather, Christopher Lucero and wife, Anna, Robert Lucero and Steven Lucero, all of Cuba, NM and John Lucero of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Doreen Romero and husband, Anthony of Seboyeta, NM, Denise Padilla of Espanola, NM, and Rebekah Lucero of Albuquerque; six great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Ramirez and husband, Jesus of Venice, CA; and brother, Daniel Lucero and wife, Veronica of Duncan, AZ. Mr. Lucero was preceded in death by his son, Antonio Lucero, Jr. He was a WWII veteran having served 36 months in the Pacific Theatre. Mr. Lucero worked for many years at the physical plant at UNM, and liked to be known as the last classic Texan cowboy. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with Gabriella Nieto reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, 5415 Fortuna NW, with Father Joel Garner O. Pream, celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Martinez -- Luther Martinez, age 64, passed away unexpectedly June 24, 2003 in the arms of his loving wife, Alice. Services are pending and will be announced at a later date.
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Matteson -- Jacob O. Matteson, age 88, beloved husband, father, and grandfather was welcomed into the arms of the Lord our Savior, Friday, June 20, 2003. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW 898-3160
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Perry -- Kristopher Perry, age 20, died Wednesday, June 25, 2003. He is survived by his mother and father, Julie and Gregory Clay; brother, Robert Perry; step-brothers, Travis Varney and Luke Clay; step-sisters, Brianna Callahan Perry and Cortney Klank; grandparents, Buford and Sue Morris, Cheryl Avitabile, Esther and Larry Renek, Patricia Eckles, Jerry and Rosemary Clay, and Thresa Camp; aunts and uncles, Paul and Debbie Anderson, Tressa and Mike Hern, Rebecca and Daryl Brown, Christine and Rori Icley, Les and Terry Perry, Eric and Susan Perry, Daniel Perry, and Carlaine Casey also survive him. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert William Perry; and step-mother, Linda Perry. Kristopher was a graduate of Independence High School in Rio Rancho. He loved playing pool and just hanging out with his friends. He was a very loyal friend and kept very loyal friends such as Richie, Jeremy, Taylor, Mike, Matt, Stephanie, Jo Jo, Kate, Daniel, Cindy, Chris, Martina, Katie, April, and Jennifer. Cremation has taken place and memorial Services will be held at a later date. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE (505) 323-9000
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Rolando -- Mary G. Rolando, 92, passed away on June 22, 2003. She was born on December 1, 1910 in New Mexico. A Rosary will be recited on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated immediately following at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Burial will take place at the Algodones Cemetery in Algodones, NM. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW 898-3160
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Sheldon -- Dorothy Vier Sheldon, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1988, died Tuesday, June 24, 2003. She is survived by her husband, Benjamin Sheldon, Lt. Col. USAF Ret. of Albuquerque; daughter, Christine Marie Mock of Green Forest, AR; and grandchildren, Jeremy Mock of Fayetteville, AR and Carlie Crane and husband, Gregory of Branson, MO. Dorothy married Ben Sheldon in Athens, Greece in 1950 and spent the next 25 years traveling to many interesting places while Ben served with the United States Air Force. She enjoyed painting and sewing. Mrs. Sheldon was also an accomplished pianist and a member of Faith Lutheran Church. She was involved for many years with the American Red Cross. Memorial services will be held Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Road NE with Rev. Luther Mathsen officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Road NE, 87111. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Slater -- Consuelo (Connie) Slater January 9, 1925-June 26, 2002Forget that I ever had heartache And remember I've had loads of fun. Forget that I've stumbled and blundered And sometimes fell by the way. Remember I have fought some hard battles And won, ere the close of the day. Then forget to grieve for my going, I would not have you sad for a day, But in summer just gather some flowers And remember the place where I lay, And come in the shade of evening When the sun paints the sky in the west. Stand for a few moments beside me And remember only my best.Art, Walter, Jessi Rae, Charles, Patrick, Chris, Connie, Andrew and Michael
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Sperry -- Della Sperry, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1955, died Sunday, June 22, 2003. She was the daughter of Della Paola and Herman A. Guetzkow and was born June 20, 1911 in Milwaukee, WI. The family moved to Newton, IA when Della was three or four years old and she was educated in the Newton schools, graduating from Newton High School. She was married to William D. Sperry, December 23, 1935 in Newton at the Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Sperry was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband of 49 years, Lt. Col. William D. Sperry in October 28, 1984. She is survived by her daughter, Karen S. McLaren and husband, Lee of Albuquerque; two grandsons, William David Camp and wife, Patty of Radcliff, KY and Carter D.V. Camp of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Joshua David Camp and Virginia Ann Camp; and niece, JoAnne Steinberger of Newton, IA. Mrs. Sperry was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church for 43 years where she was active with United Methodist Women, a member of Naomi Circle and served as President of Jolly Elders. She was also a member of Albuquerque TROA, ROWC and the Military Widows Association; as well as being an active Bridge player. Services will be held Friday, June 27, 2003, at 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Rev. Charles E. Price officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, June 26, 2003, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Spraggins -- Jean Rose Spraggins, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on 24 June 2003. She was born in Rannoch, Scotland and was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her children, Sandi and husband, Tom Pratt, and Chris; sister, Mary and husband, Stanley Davidson; brother, Robert Cameron and wife, Vi, and their families. Known as Rosa to her friends and family, she had an interesting and varied career working as a bus conductress, court reporter, embassy employee and retiring as a vocational assessment aide for the Albuquerque Public Schools. She was independent and outspoken, enjoying travel, dancing and swimming. Mass will be celebrated Friday at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Maryknoll Missions, PO Box 302, Maryknoll, NY 10545-0302.
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Turrieta -- Mary (Lollie), 54, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away early Monday June 23, 2003 after a courageous battle with cancer. Lollie was well loved by the Barelas community, especially by owners and friends, Benita and Michael; co-workers and patrons of the Barelas Coffee house where she worked for more than 20 years as a beloved, and well known waitress. Lollie was preceded in death by her father, Manuel Turrieta; sister, Elaine; and niece, Desiree. She is survived by her daughters, Frances and husband, Leonard children, Leonard Jr., Lorenzo, and Monique; Stephanie and husband, Alex, children, Matthew and Joshua; Denise and children, Angelo, Fernando, Dominic, Marcos and Denae; and son, Jesse and wife, Megan children, Destiny and Savannah. Also survived by her mother, Alice and stepfather, Charlie Cadena; brothers, Pete and Joe; sisters, Nadine and Charlotte; and beloved husband, Francisco Carrillo. A Memorial Service will be held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish Church, 5415 Fortuna N.W., Friday, June 27, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. A fund has been set up in the name of Stephanie Sanchez (Mary Turrieta/Carrillo Funeral Account), at the USNMF Credit Union, 616 Gold Ave. S.W. to help with the cost of funeral expenses and other expenses incurred during her long battle with cancer.
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Williamson -- Betty McCorkle Williamson, a third generation NM native and resident of Albuquerque for 44 years passed away on Sunday, 6/22/03. She was born in Alamogordo, NM to Robert R & Vina McCorkle on November 29, 1935. She is survived by her daughters, Ava R. Williamson and husband James Moore, Alexa Flores and husband Dan, Alicea Coyne, and Andrea Jones and husband Tom, her grandchildren, Paul and Cambria Madrill, Kelleen and Joseph Coyne, and Sarelle, Darby, and Haydn Jones, all of Albuquerque, NM. Her surviving siblings are brothers, Melvin (Wally) McCorkle and wife Loretta of Los Alamos and Sherman McCorkle and wife Cathy of Albuquerque and her sister Carolyn (Carey) Lee and husband Ron of Rio Rancho. Her sister-in-law Joanne McCombs of Roswell, NM and brother-in-law John Denton and wife Glenna of Amarillo, TX and several nieces and nephews also survive her. Betty's husband Paul (Bud) Williamson, parents Robert and Vina Davis McCorkle and her stepmother, Ava McCorkle preceded her in death. Betty and her family lived in several locations throughout NM; she graduated from Taos High School in 1954 and attended ENMU from 1955-1956. In 1956 she married Bud Williamson making their home in Roswell, NM. For the next two years she and Bud lived in Roswell and Las Cruces and had two daughters, Ava Ruth and Alexa. In 1959, the family moved to Albuquerque and added two more daughters to the family, Alicea and Andrea. In 1969 Betty returned to college and graduated from UNM in 1971 with her teaching degree. For the next ten years she taught at Bernalillo High School where she loved working with her students. In 1980 she and Bud started the Williamson Insurance Agency as agents for Farmers Insurance. Betty had continued to operate the agency after her husbands' death in 1985 along with her daughters Alexa and Alicea. In their early years Betty and Bud enjoyed hunting together in the Roswell area. In the 1980s she was a part of the Alameda Little League, coaching T-Ball teams, was a contributing member of the North Valley Optimist Club and an active member of the First United Methodist Church serving on the church council. First and foremost was her family, she loved us dearly and will be greatly missed. A reception will be held at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel on Thursday evening 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Friday 11:00 a.m., at the First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SW, with Dr. Terry Anderson officiating; another reception to follow. Honorary pallbearers will be James K. Moore, Dan Flores, Tom Jones, Paul Madrill, Joseph Coyne, Haydn Jones, Sherman McCorkle and Melvin McCorkle. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the 1st United Methodist Church in Albuquerque 314 Lead SW, 87102 or the National Jewish Medical & Research Center, 1400 Jackson St., Denver, CO 80206. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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