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Arguello -- ANDRES ANTONIO ARGUELLO June 29, 1982 - August 17, 2002HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAYWhen I say"Happy" you say"Birthday" Happy (Andres) Birthday (Mom)When I say"Happy" you say"Birthday" Happy (Andres) Birthday (Mom)We sang this so many times while listening to the radio during our drive into school and work. I sing it in my heart to you today on your 21st Birthday!!!!Your laughter, smile and love are always with us! We LOVE you! Dad, Mom, Carlos, Smokie and all your family and friends.In celebrating your life, you gave so much of yourself during the short time we had with you. Memorial Gifts have been given to Post 13 American Legion Baseball, West Mesa Little League and Petroglyph Little League.Thanks to those of you from the New Mexico Attorney General's Office, UNM, St. Pius community and the many family and friends who contributed to the Andres Arguello Memorial Fund. A BIG thank you to St. Pius Baseball for honoring Andres and naming the baseball tournament after him, 1st Annual St. Pius Andres Arguello Memorial Tournament. A big hug to Debi Reinier from Sunrise Funeral Options, who attended the tournament and shared this special day with us. Debi has continued providing our family with love and support since the services. THANK YOU ALL!
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Bealmear -- David Alan born January 1, 1949 in Albuquerque, passed away June 24, 2003 at his home in Temple Terrace. Beloved husband of Dr. Ruth Banes and devoted son of Dale and Dorothy Bealmear of Albuquerque. Also survived by uncles, L.I. Bealmear of Tulsa OK, Harry DeRemer; and cousin, Flora Harris of Albuquerque. Preceded in death by sister, Melinda; and brother, Brian. Adjunct Professor at University of Tampa and University of South Florida. Raised in the Southwest, BA and MA from University of New Mexico. Scholarly interests included literature, film, music, and was an avid sports fan. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the David Bealmear Fund at Dean's Office General Library, MSC 05 3020 University of New Mexico, 87131. Prevatt Funeral Home 1-813-998-7371, Tampa, Fl.
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Bennewitz -- Paul F. Bennewitz, born September 30, 1927 passed away June 23, 2003. He is survived by his devoted wife, Cindy, of fifty-four years: loving sons Brad; granddaughter, Shanna: son, Jeff and wife, Kelly: step-granddaughter, Brandy; great grandson, Jeffery: son, Matt, all of Albuquerque. Paul joined the Coast Guard at seventeen during WWII. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Sr. and Stella Bennewitz; brothers, James Richard and Norman. Paul was an accomplished aerobatics pilot and guitarist. He was founder of the family owned and internationally known Thunder Scientific Corp. The family is most appreciative for the special care of Presbyterian Hospice and especially his nurse, Sheryl Dixon. A private family memorial has been held. He loved his sons; Dad will be greatly missed, we love you. Cremains will be interned in the Veterans National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE (505) 323-9000
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Birrell -- Robert Gene Birrell, Sr., 77, a native and life long resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, June 25, 2003. Mr. Birrell is survived by his wife of 55 years Violet"Sissy" Birrell of Albuquerque; son, Gene Birrell and wife, Dianna; daughter, Sandy Smith and husband, Carl; Nancy Cox and husband, Robbie; eight grandchildren, Jennifer, Justin, Brian, Diana, Chad, Ashley, Victoria, and Lane, who knew him as Papa Bear. Mr. Birrell served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy. Gene worked for Sandia National Laboratories and Gulton Industries & Jet Electronics. Mr. Birrell started his own Electronics business in Albuquerque. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and enjoyed restoring vintage cars. Memorial Services will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel Monday, June 30, 2003, 12:30 p.m. Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico.French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Carmichael -- Evelyn Carmichael, 67, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away June 24, 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Perea and husband, Paul of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Crystal Carmichael of Albuquerque; grandsons, Anthony and Michael Alvarez of Albuquerque; sisters, Jackey Rogers of Albuquerque, Patricia Valdez of Santa Fe, and Phyllis McNeese of Clarinda, IA. She retired as an operating room technician after 36 years at St. Joseph Hospital. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Monday, June 30, 2003, 4:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Castillo -- Anna Marie Castillo died at her home at the age of 90. Ms Castillo was a loving mother and grandmother and loved to babbysit for friends and relatives. She is survived by son, Andres Castillo and wife, Martha; daughter, Paula Isasi and husband, Edward; brother, Inez Lueras; two sisters, Rose and Julia Lueras; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral service times are pending, A rosary will be celebrated Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St SW.
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Chase -- Col. Paul Norman"Ace" Chase, USAF Ret., flew his final flight in Albuquerque on June 25, 2003. He was born in Mississippi on December 19, 1935. Col. Chase is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara; daughters, Heather Chase and Cathy and husband, Dave Durrill; son, Aaron Roylance and grandchildren, Taylor, Rachel and Cole. Paul graduated from the US Military Academy, West Point, in 1957 and was commissioned into the U.S. Air Force. He served as an instructor pilot, fighter pilot in Vietnam and commanded several flying units ranging from squadrons to wings. He received many honors including the Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal, AF Commendation Medal, Distinguished-Presidential Unit Citation, AF Outstanding Unit Award, Combat Readiness Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal. Upon retirement from service in Albuquerque in 1985, Paul worked for a defense contractor until 2001 and spent many days in the �black world� of the desert north west of Las Vegas, NV, improving the capabilities of military aircraft. Paul was an avid skier, tennis enthusiast, and an accomplished soaring pilot. Paul was serving as President of the Albuquerque Soaring Club. Memorial Services will be held Monday, 4:00 p.m., at the Kirtland Air Force Base Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Assn's Scholarship Fund, or Air Warrior Courage Foundation, RRVA National Office, P.O. Box 882, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Chavez -- Melisendro Chavez, 73, passed away on June 28, 2003. He was born on August 18, 1929 in La Ventana, New Mexico. He is preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Elena Chavez and son, Roger"Bush" Chavez. Melisendro is survived by his wife, Dora Chavez, six sons, Joseph Chavez and wife, Evelyn, Melvin Chavez, Leonard Chavez and wife, Mildred, Mel Chavez and wife, Nancy, Ralph Chavez and wife, Annette, Johnny Chavez and wife, Rose; three daughters, Maria Moreno, Barbara Saavedra and husband, Edwin, Cecilia Padilla; one brother, Placido Chavez and wife, Gayle; three sisters; Mary Rios and husband, Albert, Mildred Leyba and Sophia Salas; seventeen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Melisendro will be deeply missed by his loving family. A Rosary will be recited on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday time and place to be announced. Services are in the care of:Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW 898-3160
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Chavez -- Raymond Chavez 1952-2003Raymond"Ray" Chavez joined our Heavenly Lord on June 27, 2003. He died unexpectedly. Ray was a 1970 graduate of Belen High School. He went on to earn his bachelors degree in Civil Engineering at the University Of New Mexico. He was the Associate Director and Street Maintenance Division manager for the Public Works Department of the City Of Albuquerque, where he was well respected among his co-workers and staff. Ray believed in hard work and dedication in the workplace and was very well known for his fairness among employees. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Rosaline Trujillo Chavez; his two sons, Raymond Mark Chavez and wife, Melanie of Belen, Jon Paul Chavez of Albuquerque, and daughter, Sheryl Chavez-Caudill and husband, Kevin Caudill of Albuquerque. Ray has four loving grandchildren whom he deeply cherished: Emmanuel Mark, Izaiah Armond, and Kaeley Dahlia Marie Chavez and Shalyn Rae Caudill. He is also survived by brothers, Gilbert Chavez and wife, Rosie, Eloy Chavez and wife, Alice, Joe"Boy" Chavez and wife, Tillie, Orlando Chavez and wife, Viola, Reuben Chavez and wife, Cicilia, and sisters, Lydia Lopez and husband, Robert, Florence Ortega and husband, Anthony, Sally Alires and husband, Paul and Isabel Chavez; and his many loving nieces and nephews; and his mother-in-law, Jessie Trujillo He was preceded in death by his Mother and Father, Jesus and Albina Chavez, and sister, Eva Peralta and husband, Eloy Peralta, and his father-in-law, Dick Trujillo. Pallbearers will be his brothers, Gilbert, Eloy, Joe, Orlando and Reuben Chavez, and his brothers-in-law, Richard and Robert Trujillo. Honorary pallbearers will be his friends, Dan Tibbets and Andre Houle. Ray was a dedicated and loving husband, father, and grandfather. He lived his life to the fullest, doing things he loved like camping, traveling, and playing golf. He was extremely proud of his family and loved them with all his heart and soul. He accomplished so much in so little time and was looking forward to his retirement. He will be dearly missed and never forgotten! A viewing will be held on Monday, June 30th, starting at 5:30 p.m. with the rosary following at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, July 1st at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, celebrant will be Pastor Steve Schultz. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main, Belen is in charge of arrangements.
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Davenport -- The family of Mr. Billy Joe Davenport 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 Rocky Anderson for officiating the Funeral Service to the D.A.V. Chapter #3 for the Military Honors and to the staff at Laurel Heights Nursing Home for their care and kindness. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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Gallegos -- Bennie L. Gallegos. 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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Griego -- The family of Mr. Andy Griego would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Pastor Alex Horton, Elder Charles McKinney Sr., Elder John McKinney, Elders Paul Williams, Victor Snead and Lungile Sinandile, Bethesda Seventh Day Adventist Church for officiating the Prayer Service, Funeral Service and Graveside Services and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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Hardinge -- Maurice Lee (Lee) Hardinge, was born March 3, 1929 in Hillboro, Ohio. Passed away on June 27, 2002. He was a Weld Engineer in Aero Space Design. He is survived by his wife, Maria M. Hardinge of 22 years; one son, Melvin Tito Seda; sister-in-law, MArgie Martinez and husband, Amos and her children, Angela, Julio and Alfred; a brother, Robert Hardinge; five sisters, Dorothy Mullen and husband, Paul, Barbara Earlgy, Charlotte Hardinge, Hellen Mullen and Vivian Jaggers; one daughter, Daine Hardinge and her son, David Hardinge. We give thanks to Lovelace Center at Gibson and all thoses in the Dialysis Department. Also thanks to all family and friends that helped with his care. Arrangements have been provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc., 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. 256-9400
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Harris -- Mathilde Harris, 81, died June 26, 2003. She was born May 18, 1922 in Brazil. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, with Fr. Michael Schamp officiating. Mathilde was loved very much by her familiy and will be deeply missed. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Jaramillo -- Larry M. Jaramillo, age 59, a resident of Belen, NM passed away on Thursday June 26, 2003. Larry is preceded in death by his father, Billy Jaramillo and brother, Abel Jaramillo. Larry is survived by his loving family: his mother, Clemmie Jaramillo; his wife of 33 years Virginia Jaramillo; son, Mark A. Jaramillo and wife, Veronica Jaramillo; daughter, AnnMarie Baldonado and husband, Jake Baldonado; mother-in-law, Margaret Sanchez; sister-in-laws, Mary and Donna Sanchez; and relatives, Cordy Chavez, Frances Jaramillo, Mary Montiel, and Diana Pena. Larry will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Larry was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, where he volunteered as altar server director, liturgical environment coordinator, sacristan, Eucharistic minister, church bulletin editor, and member of the Blessed Sacrament Society. A viewing will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 30 with recitation of the rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home. On Tuesday, July 1, a public viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. A procession will then lead to the Mass of the Christian burial at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Arrangements were coordinated by Romero Funeral Home, 409 N. Main, Belen NM 87002.
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Kazek -- Margaret"Jane" Kazek, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1983, died June 26, 2003. She is survived by her husband, Chester Kazek; daughters, Karen Duane and husband, Philip of Phoenix, AZ and Carol Van Vessem and husband, Alan of Los Alamos, NM; son, Michael Kazek and wife, Monyee of Reading, MA; sisters, Wilma �Billie� Nagy and husband, Steve and Alice Carlberg, all of Elkhart, IN; grandchildren, Kim, Kristin, Jennifer, Jesse, Tori, K-La, and Dani; and great-grandchildren, Sierra and Xander. Mrs. Kazek was the Director of Nursing at Los Alamos Medical Center until her marriage to Chester Kazek in 1954. She found great fulfillment in being a wife, mother and grandmother. Rosary will be recited Sunday, June 29, 2003 at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with The Marianites reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday, June 30, 2003 at 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Annunciation Church, 2532 Vermont NE. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, June 29, 2003, at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 525 San Pedro NE, Suite 101, 87108. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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King -- Charles King, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1987, passed away on June 27, 2003 in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his wife, Jean King of Rio Rancho, NM; sons, Charles King of Los Alamos, NM and Michael King and wife Susan of Rio Rancho; grandson, Noel King also of Rio Rancho; niece, Carol Burger of Stoughton, Mass; nephews, Sammy King of Los Alamos and Rodney King of Redlands, CA; sister-in-laws, Irene King of Yucaipa, CA and Mary King of Stoughton, Mass; nieces, Clarita Zivney of Dallas, TX and Virginia Earl Griffith of Modesto, CA; other nieces and nephews including Amber, Katie, Matthew and Eric. Charles was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters, including his identical twin brother, Sam King who passed away in 1982. He is a Master Mason, and a member of Pajarito Lodge #66, AF & AM, in Los Alamos. Charles retired in 1987 from Los Alamos National Laboratory. He was a member of the 18th Combat Engineers in the US Army during WWII. Charles saw combat action in the Aleutian Islands and spent two years helping to build the Alaskan Highway. Charles was a devoted Chicago Cubs fan since 1939, a devoted husband and father. He always stood up for the underdog. Services will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course, NW with Rick Donaho, officiating. Masonic services will also be held at this time. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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Knudson -- Dovia Irene Knudson, 99, a long time resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, June 24, 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Maxine Wilson and husband, Warren of Albuquerque; six grandchildren Lorraine Fjelseth and husband, Don, Julanne Williams and husband, David, all of Albuquerque; Warren �Bud� Wilson II and wife, Bonnie of Rio Rancho; Suzanne Knudson, Greg Knudson and wife, Pat, and Bart Knudson and wife, Tammy all of Medford, OR; eight great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and other dear extended family. Mrs. Knudson was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Earl Knudson; son, Joseph Earl Knudson, Jr.; son, Baby Boy Knudson; six brothers and one sister. She owned and operated several retail grocery businesses with her husband from the 1930s to the 1960s. Mrs. Knudson was a member of the Eastern Star and 1st Baptist Church. She enjoyed dancing, bowling and playing cards. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menual Blvd. NE, with Rev. Dennis Lihte officiating. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Noonday Ministry, 1st Baptist Church, 101 Broadway NE, 87102. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Lyons -- Lawrence M. Lyons died June 17, 2003, in Santa Fe. He was born February 1, 1918 in Queens, New York. He was 85. Mr. Lyons is survived by his sister, Thelma Lattin of Culver City, CA; his two daughters, Anne Farrell of Santa Fe, and Carol Lyons of Denver, CO; his four grandchildren, Nell Farrell (Albuquerque), Maxwell Farrell (Boston, MA), Christopher Lawrence Lyons (Marlton, NJ), and Sara Lyons (Silver Spring, MD); one great-grandson, Christopher Lawrence Lyons, Jr.; and many cousins around the world. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Doris (�Tommie� Tuckman) Lyons, and his son, Stephen Lyons. Mr. Lyons earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1939 (Electrical Engineering) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology of which he remained a lifelong supporter. He started his professional engineering career at the height of the Great Depression for Burndy Engineering Company (later Burndy Corp.), where he worked for 37 years. He retired in 1976 as Vice President, having managed Burndy operations in Los Angeles, California, and Norwalk, Connecticut. He was a member of the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers since 1940 and was honored with life membership in 1984. He took great pride in his grandson, Maxwell, following in his footsteps as a member of MIT class of 2004. The Lyons family moved from New York City to Los Angeles in 1946, where Mr. Lyons managed the Burndy plant. Mr. Lyons was transferred to Burndy headquarters in Norwalk, CT in 1958, and the family lived in Westport, CT for 20 years. After his retirement in 1976 and a short period of engineering and management consulting, Larry and Doris moved to Santa Fe, NM in 1978 where, with William Lumpkins, they built a beautiful passive-solar adobe home overlooking the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, which they enjoyed for 20 years. Both became involved in many community activities: The End of the Trail and Coraz�n de Los Caminos chapters of the Santa Fe Trail Association, the Vista Encantada Neighborhood Association, and the New Mexico Archeology Society. Both were dedicated volunteers for the Museum of New Mexico Foundation and Larry worked as a docent at the Palace of the Governors. For 18 years he provided business advice to small business owners throughout northern New Mexico as a volunteer for the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration. He was recognized as a �Santa Fe Living Treasure,� one of a handful of remarkable older citizens of northern New Mexico for his work as a SCORE volunteer. Throughout his life, Larry Lyons was an avid amateur photographer, creating a library of tens of thousands of spectacular 35mm color slides documenting travels around the world, as well as the Santa Fe Trail, Native Americans of New Mexico, and his cherished family. The collection will become part of the Photo Archives of the Museum of New Mexico. The body has been cremated. A memorial gathering to celebrate the life of Larry Lyons will be held in early August in Santa Fe. Friends and family are invited to contact Carol Lyons, 761 Newport Street, Denver, CO 80220 for details. Larry Lyons was an ardent supporter of education. Contributions in his memory will be welcomed by the Bridges Project for Education, a hard working, grass roots organization, which helps low-income, minority, and first generation students in Northern New Mexico go to college: Bridges Project for Education, P.O. Box 308, Taos, NM 87571, 505-758-5074 (www.BridgesProject.net), Mr. Ben Maddox, Executive Director.
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Martinez -- Luther Frank Martinez, Jr., 64, a resident of Albuquerque since 1994, passed away on June 24, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Alice Martinez of Albuquerque; four sons, Michael Moore and wife, Lenore of Albuquerque, Randy Martinez of Davis, CA, Jason Martinez and wife, Trisha of Portland, OR, and David Jones and wife, Lorie of Evansville, IN; a daughter, Terri Jones of Lake Havasu, AZ; mother, C. Lily Martinez of Albuquerque; three brothers, Vern Martinez of Denver, CO, Leroy Martinez of Mission Viejo, CA and Lemuel Martinez of Albuquerque; one sister, Linda Alvarado of Denver, CO. Luther is also survived by ten grandchildren. He was a member of Family Worship Center. Mr. Martinez was a veteran of the U.S. Navy where he was a member of the Navy Wrestling Team and was an alternate in the 1964 Olympic Games in Japan. Also while in the Navy, he won a position as First Trumpet in the Naval Dance Band. Later, Mr. Martinez coached and officiated high school wrestling. Service will be held on Monday, June 30, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at Family Worship Center, 5200 Iliff Rd. NW with Pastor Steve Ulibarri, officiating. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Leroy Martinez, Mike Martinez, Michael Kim Moore, Randy Martinez, Jason Martinez and Derik Martinez. Friends may visit French Mortuary - Westside Chapel on Sunday, June 29, 2003 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Family Worship Center, 5200 Iliff Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105, attention Steve Ulibarri. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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Montano -- Mary R. Montano was born June 7, 1923 in Cuba, New Mexico and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away June 25, 2003. She was a member the Catholic Church, and Barelas Senior Citizens Center. Mary was preceded in death by her son, Johnnie Camilo and is survived by two sons, Ray Montano and George Montano and wife, Maria all of Albuquerque; two daughters, Theresa Romero and husband Ramon of Cuba, and Elvira Montano; 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; other nieces, nephews, family and friends in Cuba, Dallas, TX., Albuquerque and the Barelas Neighborhood. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. June 30, 2003 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 309 Stover SW., in Albuquerque. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 1, 2003 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cuba, NM. Burial will follow in the Cuba Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jaime Rios, Aaron Rios, Ilie Spilca, Juan Romero, Ricky Romero, and David Romero. Honorary pallbearers will be Felipe Romero, Carlos Atencio, Felix Atencio and Richard Atencio. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
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Norman -- Donald F. Norman, 91, passed away at home on Friday, June 27, 2003. He is survived by his daughters, Martha Jean and husband, Carroll Givens of Albuquerque and Harriett and husband, Donald Zickert of Los Alamos, NM; son, Vernon and wife, Cynthia of Littleton, CO; eight grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two sisters; and one brother. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha of 69 years. Donald was born in Cedar Springs, Missouri on August 17, 1911 to Charles F. Norman and Neva Iona Hackleman. He was a member and active in several administrative offices at Harwood United Methodist Church and Men's Club. Donald was a member of the Masonic Lodge for 64 years. He retired from FAA in 1971. Memorial services will be held at a future date. Memorial contributions if desired, may be made to your favorite charity or Harwood United Methodist Church, 420 San Lorenzo NW, 87107.French Mortuary, Inc. 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Pardo -- Brian T. Pardo. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to all the friends who were so kind, supportive and compassionate. Your thoughtfulness did much to ease our sorrow. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Peterson -- Eleanor A. Peterson, 85, a longtime resident of Albuquerque died peacefully near family on Friday, June 27, 2003. Mrs. Peterson (nee Hoffman) was born November 18, 1917 in Omaha, NB. She moved to California, where she met her husband and worked ntil the birth of their first child, later moving with their three children to Albuquerque, where she loved for over 30 years. She moved to Fort Worth in March to live with her daughter and son-in-law. Eleanor was a lifelong, devout Catholic and a wise and loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. Her parents, John and Josephine Hoffman and her husband, Marlow N. Peterson, preceded her in death. Donating her body to UNT Health Science Center in Fort Worth, where her daughter is a student, continues her lifelong generosity. Survivors include daughter, Stephanie Bryan and husband, Thomas of Ft. worth, TX; son, Martin and wife, Joni with grandsons, Christopher and Kyle Peterson and Eric Peacock, all of California; son, James of Tennessee; sister, Carolyn Fischer of California; several nieces, one nephew, many cousins and her cat, Mitzi. Memorial Service will be Monday, June 30, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Ft. Worth, TX. In lieu of flowers, donate to your favorite charity.
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Pierson -- Margaret Neumann Pierson, 82, died June 26, 2003 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born in Danzig, Germany on November 3, 1920, and came to this country in 1930. After graduating from Escanaba High School in Michigan, she was employed as a secretary in Battle Creek and Lansing, MI and then in California. In 1959 she married Earl Pierson of Michigan and after several years, they moved to Albuquerque where she was a civil service employee at Kirtland AFB until her retirement. She was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her sister and her infant twin brother. Survivors include one sister in Louisiana and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. Chapel 843-6333
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Rico -- Luciano Rico, age 87, passed away June 27, 2003 at his home in Ojo Encino, NM. The funeral services will be held at the Torreon Mission Church in Torreon, NM., on Monday June 30, 2003 at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor David Skiles officiating. Burial will follow at Torreon Mission Cemetery. Luciano Rico and Ida Mae Jack had four children, Navajo Counselor Man David B. Rico, Bobby G. Rico, Ella McCabe, and Mary A. Acevedo; brother, James Rico; sister, Mary J. Castillo; 20 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren, and other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Arrangements Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW, Albuqerque. 505-343-8008.
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Ruiz -- Joe L. Ruiz, age 63, died of a massive heart attack after surgery at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX, June 25, 2003. Beloved, devoted and precious husband, father, son and brother he blessed our lives richly. Joe loved the Lord, and we know without doubt he is in the loving arms of Jesus Christ now. He was born in Santa Fe and moved to Los Alamos in 1945, where he grew up graduating from Los Alamos High School in '59. He was president of his class and an avid basketball, football and baseball player. He spent the rest of his life in Albuquerque. Joe loved to travel, play golf, was a dedicated Lobo fan, and enjoyed life to its fullest. God blessed Joe with a unique gift: a loving, caring, compassionate, kind spirit that touched so many lives with comfort and laughter. Joe worked for Metro Life Insurance Co. for 16 years and for 20 years ran his own successful agency with State Farm in Albuquerque. He was very active in the National Assoc. of Life Underwriters, holding several important positions with that organization. Ten years ago Joe became founding president for a local chapter of Christmas in April. This nonprofit is involved in repairing homes for elderly, disabled, and low income citizens of Albuquerque. He has coordinated over 4,500 volunteers, working on some 190 homes and raised more than $250,000 in donations. He personally knew hundreds of our neighbors served by Christmas in April. Joe also was a valued member of a men's support group for 15 years. Joe was preceded in death by his father, Liberato (Levy) Ruiz and survived by his mother, Pilar Ruiz; spouse, Kay Nations-Ruiz; son, Michael Ruiz; daughter, Shelly Smith; stepchildren, Brad and Kerry Bassore and Brenda Nations; four grandkids; three step-grandkids; and one great-grandson; sister, Phyllis Rodriguez; and brother-in-law, Tony of Santa Fe; brother, Raymond Ruiz; and sister-in-law, Harriet of Albuquerque; brother, Tommy Ruiz; and sister-in-law, Mary Lou of Albuquerque; sister, Rita Peaslee; and brother-in-law, Jim of Albuquerque; sister, Juanita Miguel; and brother-in-law, Charlie of Albuquerque; sister, Dolores Fulcher; and brother-in-law, Jim of Las Vegas, NV; 22 nieces and nephews and numerous grand-nieces and nephews. Joe will be sorely missed. His ready smile, warm heart and helping spirit have left an indelible impression on his family, friends and community. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Christmas in April; c/o Joe Ruiz; 5654 Paradise Blvd. NW Suite B, Albuquerque, NM 87114 or to MB Anderson Cancer Center (attention Patient Desk Relations) 1600 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX, 77030. A public Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1, 2003 at St. John's Episcopal Cathedral, 318 Silver SW in downtown Albuquerque with a reception there, immediately following the service.
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Sanchez -- Eulogio C. Sanchez, 93, died Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Hemet Valley Medical Center in Hemet, CA. Born on May 16, 1910 in Belen, New Mexico to Anita Cordova and Ramon Sanchez y Garcia. He lived in Albuquerque for the majority of his life but resided in Hemet, with his wife Wilella for the last 16 years. Mr. Sanchez, a retired locksmith was a member of the Associated Locksmith's of America and a charter member of the New Mexico Locksmith's Association. He was a very active member of the Sierra Dawn living community serving as a Past Wagon Master of the Roamers, current participant of the Homers and the guitarist for their Rubber Band, as well as their resident locksmith and fix it samaritan. Mr. Sanchez was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church and a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus. His past-times included jewelry and clock making, crafting, playing the guitar, traveling, meeting people and spending time with his extensive family. He is survived by his wife Wilella of Hemet, CA; sister, Sylvestra Luna of Albuquerque; a son, Joseph P. and his wife Merle Dean of Albuquerque; five daughters, Lucia Sanchez McGranahan and her husband Raymond of Albuquerque, Anna Wilson and husband Al of Humble, TX, Jeanne Vander Biessen and husband Rudy of Carlsbad, CA, Marilyn Henry and her husband Bob of Tucson, AZ and Betty Olson and her husband Craig of Denver, CO; 19 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Mr. Sanchez will be deeply missed by his loving family. Visitations will be held on Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at the John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. N.E. Interment will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dr. Damion Sanchez, Doug Fletcher, Marc McGranahan, Dale Glines, Bob De La Hunt and Jeff Callicott. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Gilbert Luna, Dr. Randy Baca, Craig Olson, Rudy Vander Biessen, Al Wilson, Raymond McGranahan and Bob Henry. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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Sanchez -- Ignacio"Nash" SanchezDear Dad, Since you left to Heaven two years ago, no day has passed without the thought of you. It seems like yesterday that you left. But I can still remember vividly how I felt that day and I am reminded of what life was like just two years ago when you were in my world. The sad memories of that day and thereafter are still very intact. However, I also carry the happy memories of you when you were here. Although some time has passed the grief is still with me and sometimes I am overwhelmed with sadness because I miss you and wish you had not left. It still seems so unreal. But I believe you are still with me even more than you were in life. I trust I will see you again and I look forward to that very much. Please guide us and watch over us. Be happy where you are. Do all the things you enjoy doing like fishing. Until we meet again, With all my love, Your daughter, Jeanette.
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Sanchez -- Philomena �Philo� Sanchez, age 90, passed away Friday June 27th, 2003. She is survived by her husband, Robert S. Sanchez Sr.; son, Robert S. Sanchez Jr., daughter, Margaret A. Sanchez all of Albuquerque, grandchildren, Robert Lewis Sanchez and wife, Teresa of Florida, Carlos A. Sanchez of Albuquerque, and Susan Patricia Baree of Colorado; great-grandchildren, Britney Alexis Sanchez and Robert Santana Sanchez; brother-in-law, Manuel Sanchez; sisters-in-law, Marie Carbajal and Francis Sanchez. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ramon and Maria Gallegos and seven brothers and sisters. Her father was the Sheriff of Torrance County in 1922. Philomena graduated from Estancia High School and married her High School sweetheart Robert. Robert and Philomena shared nearly 69 years of marriage together. She also was a member of the Alter Rosary Society in Estancia for many years. A Rosary will be recited at Risen Savior Catholic Church, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday June 30 at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday July 1 at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Estancia followed by burial at Estancia Cemetery. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE Albuquerque, NM (505) 323-9000
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Schlenker -- Hazel Helen Hamblen Schlenker. Hazel passed away at age 91 on June 22, 2003. She was born January 21, 1912 in Garfield County, Oklahoma to Earl and Loda Harris Hamblen. Earl was a farmer and oil well driller, and Loda was an Irish-English-Cherokee housewife. Oldest of six children, Hazel was preceded in death by brothers, Thomas, Cleveland, Oliver, Eidom; and by sister, Dorothy. Through her father, Hazel was related to gospel singer and songwriter Stuart Hamblen ("It Is No Secret";"This Old House"). Through her mother, Hazel was related to Franklin Pierce, 14th President of the U.S. After graduation from high school in Shamrock, Oklahoma, Hazel moved with her family to Parmer County, Texas, to a farm near the Rhea (German) Community. It was there that she met Harold Milton Schlenker, whom she married in Clovis, New Mexico November 22, 1930. Harold died September 28,1991. Hazel and Harold had five children, four of whom survived Hazel. She was preceded in death by her youngest daughter Linda Gail Pearson, who died April 22, 2003. Surviving children are: Loda Pauline Tischler and husband, Melvin, of Lubbock, TX; Kendall Oliver Schlenker and wife, Wilda, of Placitas, NM; Lea Ann Keller, widow of Bob Keller, of Placerville, CA; Charles Milton Schlenker and wife, Ann, of El Dorado Hills, CA; and by son-in-law, William E."Bill" Pearson, surviving husband of Linda, of Bernalillo, NM. Hazel is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of First Presbyterian Church on Friday, July 11, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Tom Hart presiding. Hazel's T.G.I.F. group at First Presbyterian Church will be Honorary Pallbearers. Burial of cremains will be with those of Harold and Linda at the cemetery near Friona, in Parmer County, Texas. To those so inclined, the family requests contributions to your own Churches or favorite charities, in lieu of flowers. The family especially appreciates the care and kindness provided to Hazel in recent months by Lana Hutchinson and her staff at Andrew House Assisted Living. The family also thanks Vista Hospice Care for its help and concern in the final days.
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Stillie -- Elizabeth Sue Stillie passed from this life on Monday, June 23, 2003. Sue was born March 23, 1937 in Cripple Creek, Colorado. A brave and valiant soul, she was loved and respected by all who knew her. Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Stillie. She is survived by her daughter, Lea Stillie; granddaughter, Ashley Conley; brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Susan Craig; sisters-in-law, Doralea Lowery and Patty duPlessis; and numerous nephews, nieces and friends. A Memorial Service for Sue will take place on Monday, June 30, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mark's on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place SE.
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Trujillo -- The family of Mr. Antonio M. (Tony) Trujillo 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 Msgr. Leo Lucero, San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, celebrant of the Mass, to Val Sais for reciting the Rosary, and to the members of the Sacred Heart League for all their help and support. Arrangements by:Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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Valdez -- Jesse Valdez, 70, died Wednesday, June 25, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 21 years LaVonne Valdez; daughter, Sandie Buehrer, and husband, Mark. Other surviving family is Vonda Cheshire and husband, Ray; Mike Addy and wife, Brenda; six grandchildren, Jessica Buehrer, Shawn Michael Baber, Ashley and Chani Addy, Mark Cheshire and Jennifer Petersen. Mr. Valdez was a member of the New Mexico Horse Breeders� Association and the New Mexico Horsemen's Association. Services will be held Monday, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Rev. Chip Bryant officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eddie Fowler, Jerry Nicodemus, Bruce Brinkley, Carl Dahl, Julian Luna, Dee Tucker and Dr. Bruce Talsma. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Horsemen's Association, 217 Palomas NE, 87198. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. 843-6333
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Wallis -- Olin Wallis, age 22, died Tuesday, June 24, 2003 from complications following a relapse of his leukemia. Olin was born in Albuquerque, attended Zia Elementary, Jefferson Middle School, and graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1999. While a senior at AHS, Olin was diagnosed with leukemia. After almost three years in remission, he relapsed and received a bone marrow transplant early in 2002. His illness inspired him to work and play with pediatric cancer patients at the American Cancer Society sponsored Camp Enchantment and in the UNMH Children's Clinic. Olin attended UNM on a Presidential Scholarship. At the time of his death, he was a senior working towards a BS in Biology. He hoped to attend graduate school to study either molecular biology or pharmacy. Olin worked for TriCore Reference Laboratories as a lab assistant. Olin will be remembered not just by the words that describe him--friendly, active, caring, enthusiastic, intelligent, hilarious--but by the fact that no list of attributes or activities could ever encompass him. He could sing"I Will Survive" in a Scottish accent or spontaneously build a medieval catapult. Even when he was sickest Olin never stopped smiling. Everyone who met him will remember his courage, compassion, and love. Among the many who will miss his beautiful smile and clever wit are his sister, Meredith; girlfriend, Whitney; parents, Terri and David; and grandparents, Jean Wallis, Lois and Benard Jones, and Mary Ann Nethers. If friends desire, please remember Olin by donating to the Albuquerque offices of the American Cancer Society, The Children's Cancer Fund, or the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. The family will hold a private service.
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Whaley -- Ray A. Whaley passed away June 25, 2003 in Albuquerque. He was born on September 12, 1928 in Lake County, SD to Warren and Mae Whaley. Ray served his country for approximately ten years in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force with one year in Korea. He was preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Mae Whaley; one brother, Ralph Whaley; and one sister, Sharren (Whaley) Holt. He is survived by his sister, Judine (Whaley) Drayer of Albuquerque; and eight nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at French Mortuary (7121 Wyoming Blvd., NE) at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 30, 2003. Interment will be in the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.
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Wood -- Henry D. Wood, 55, died Friday, June 27, 2003. He was born June 9, 1948 in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. He graduated from St. John's University in Collegeville, MN. Henry had lived in Albuquerque since 1973. His sister Mary Conklin survives him. At his request, no services will be held.French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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