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Archibald -- Eugene Archibald, 74, a resident of Belen, NM, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2003. A graveside service will be held at 8:00am on Tuesday, July 15, 2003 at Terrace Grove Cemetery with Father Schultz officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to New Mexico Cancer Center, 4901 Lang, Albuquerque, NM. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM 87002.
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Catanach -- Alfredo Catanach passed away on July 11, 2003, at the family residence after a prolonged illness. He was born on February 18, 1919, in Santa Fe to Leo David and Crucita Catanach who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Amelia; daughters, Evangeline Andrews and husband, Ray of Pueblo, Colorado, Stephanie McDonald and husband, Louis of Corrales, NM; grandchildren, Renee Robinson and husband, Tim, Stacey Andrews, Ian McDonald and Kimberly McDonald; brother, John B. Catanach and wife, Rebecca; sisterm Augustina McDuff and husband, Gerald; uncle, Eddie Catanach, Sr.; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Pallbearers will be Ray Andrews, Sam Catanach, Ernest Martinez, Louis McDonald, Don McDuff and Ray Velarde. Honorary pallbearers will be Ian McDonald, Tim Robinson and Tim Sepp. Alfredo graduated from St. Michael's High School in 1938. Following graduation, he began working for Public Service Company of New Mexico where he delivered electric bills by bicycle until he enlisted in the Navy on October 28, 1942. During World War II, he served in the Pacific Theater of War as a first-class radio technician. After being honorably discharged from the Navy in October 1945, Alfredo returned to work for Public Service Company where he was employed for more than 42 years as a journeyman electrician. Alfredo was an active member of Cristo Rey Catholic Church in Santa Fe and was a lector and eucharistic minister. He was also involved in many religious activities and organizations including Knights of Columbus, Union Protectivia, Faith In Action, Cursillo Movement, Marriage Enrichment and IHM Seminary Auxiliary. Following his retirement, Alfredo spent much of his time traveling with Amelia in Europe, and to visit his friends and family. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, July 15, 2003, 6:00 p.m., where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. at Cristo Rey Catholic Church in Santa Fe. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Cristo Rey Catholic Church on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 at 10:00 a.m.. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Cristo Rey Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, 984-8600.
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de Baca -- C De Mike R. C de Baca. A final Visitation will be Tuesday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1400 Walter NW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Deacon Merce Villareal. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with full Military honors, D. A. V. Chapter III. Pallbearers will be, Floyd Maldonado, Clyde Martinez, Casey C de Baca, Michael C de Baca III, Jerome Lovato and Joshua Lovato. Honorary pallbearers will be, Christopher C de Baca and Juan A. Martinez II . Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 OLD COORS RD SW 243-7861
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De La Rosa -- De La Rosa- Lucy Lopez- De La Rosa, 44, from Albuquerque. Beloved mother, daughter, sister passed away in a hospital in San Angelo, TX on Friday July 11, 2003. Services will be held in San Angelo, TX. She is survived by a son, Justin Rey; daughter, Jackie De La Rosa both from Albuquerque. She is also survived by her mother, Patsy Lopez from San Angelo, TX; brothers, Tony and Daniel Lopez and Louis Price from San Angelo, TX; sisters, Amanda Hammad, Albuquerque, Connie Romero, Elizabeth Martinez, Ramona Rangel and Lydia Pena all from San Angelo, TX. Numerous nieces and nephews.
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De Luche -- Denis De Luche, 57, a resident of Moriarty, died Saturday, July 19, 2003, after a battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Barbara De Luche of Moriarty; daughter, Cristin Mann of Albuquerque; sons, Dan De Luche of Point, TX and Ryan De Luche of Albuquerque; five grandchildren; mother, Ruby De Luche of Moriarty; and sister, Donna Cooksey of Wickenburg, AZ. Mr. De Luche was born on May 1, 1946, in Durango, CO to Erwin and Ruby De Luche. After serving in the US Army, he graduated from Fort Lewis College, receiving his Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology and Psychology in 1972. He was a Chief Investigator for the District Attorney's Office in Durango, CO and Carlsbad, NM. Mr. De Luche was appointed Director of Investigations for the Attorney General's Office in 1991 in Santa Fe and Albuquerque. He retired in December 1998. Mr. De Luche worked part time for the Torrance County Sheriff's Office. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, July 26, 2003, 11:00 a.m., at John XXIII Catholic Community Church, 4831 Tramway Ridge NE with Father Arkad Biczak, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to PANCAN (Pancreatic Cancer Action Network), 2221 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 131, El Segundo, CA, 90245. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Gonzales -- Ida P. Gonzales, 91, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, July 12, 3003. She is survived by her sons, Ross Gonzales and wife, Elaine, of Ft. Worth, TX, Dennis Gonzales and wife, Doris, of Albuquerque and Tommy Gonzales and wife, Angela, of Jupiter FL; daughter, Lois Fowble and husband, Ralph, of Albuquerque, grandchildren Vicki & Mike Gonazles, Karen Fowble, Richard Gonzales and Cheryl Werner and great grandchildren, Jason Fowble, and Marisol and Andrea Gonzales. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, July 16, 2003, 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School NE, with Father Tom Zotter, Presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Deacon Al McLane, Presider. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Greer -- Alta A. Greer, longtime Albuquerque resident, passed away July 10, 2003 Alta was born in Rainelle, West Virginia January 27, 1924 to Charles P. and Jessie (McCutcheon) Martin. She retired from AT&T as a telephone operator/supervisor. She is survived by Toby A. Greer, her husband of 26 years. Also surviving are her son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Lynn Buzzard of Butte, Montana; stepson, Rob Greer of San Antonio, Texas; stepdaughter, Janice Boschee of Washington state; grandchildren, Harlen, Wendy and Joey Buzzard of Texas and Jeremy Buzzard of Butte, Montana; brother, Harry Martin and wife, Alice of Tucson, Arizona; and many nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to an open house to be held at the home of Toby Greer 821 Muriel, NE on Saturday, July 19, 2003 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment will be at the End of the Trail Cemetery near Rainelle, West Virginia.
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Gross -- Julian Edmund"Chuck" Gross Electrical Engineer, Inventor Julian Edmund"Chuck" Gross passed away from natural causes in Northampton, Massachusetts on June 4, 2003. He was born on December 21, 1926 in Northampton to Julian Zigmund Gross and Martha A. (Petroski) Gross. Mr. Gross was 76. Mr. Gross graduated from Northampton High School in 1944. Following his graduation, he joined the Navy for two years just prior to the Korean Conflict. After his service, Mr. Gross attended MIT where he received both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering in 1951. On June 9, 1951, the day after his graduation, he married Ednarae Bligh in West Roxbury, Massachusetts. Upon his graduation, Mr. Gross was hired by Sandia Corporation and the couple then moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico. During his employment, Mr. Gross was awarded a patent on a time-interval measuring device he invented for the Atomic Energy Commission. Mr. Gross had a never-ending thirst for knowledge and creativity as an engineer and inventor. Mr. Gross lived in Albuquerque from 1951 to 1964. He enjoyed raising a family, river rafting, exploring old ghost towns, camping, and fossil hunting while he lived in the West. Other interests included hiking, backpacking, skiing, and 4-wheeling in his Land Rover (long before the term became widely-known). Early in 1964, Mr. and Mrs. Gross were involved in an automobile accident on Tennessee Pass in Colorado while on a skiing vacation. Mr. Gross sustained permanent brain damage as a result of the accident, and spent the remainder of his life in a nursing home in Northampton. His wife, Ednarae B. Gross, a brother, Albion Gross and his father Julian Z. Gross preceded Mr. Gross in death. Mr. Gross is survived by his mother, Martha P. Gross; and brother, Edward Gross and his wife, Marion of Northampton; sisters, Helen Chabot and her husband, Victor of St. Louis, Missouri, and Gertrude Lashway of Easthampton; three sons, Stephen Gross of Northampton, Allan R. Gross and Jeffrey R. Gross of Albuquerque; and a daughter, Janis C. Gross of Longmont, Colorado. Survivors also include many loving nieces and nephews in the Northampton area. A funeral service for Mr. Gross was held on June 7, 2003 at St. Mary's Cemetery in Northampton. Memorial gifts may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Herrera -- Patrick Herrera. Funeral Services for Patrick will be held on Tuesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 247-4124
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Kilbury -- Richard Kilbury, 50, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, July 12, 2003. He is survived by his beloved wife, Andrea Kilbury of Albuquerque and sister, Cynthia Kilbury of Horseheads, NY. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Attn: Lorraine West, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Kirkland -- Mildred M. Kirkland, 85, when to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 9, 2003. She is survived by her son-in-law, A. D. Garris; four grandchildren, Daryle B. Garris, Roxanne Salsman, Arthur Vance Garris and Kirk Allen Garris; and two great -grandchildren. She also had three step- great- grandchildren; and one step- great- great- grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, F. E. Kirkland and her only daughter, Rhenea J. Garris. Graveside services will be held Thursday, July 17, 2003, 10:30 a.m. at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Albuquerque Rescue Mission, Inc., P.O. Box 331, Albuquerque, NM 87103. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Maes -- Adelaida"Ida" Maes, 76, a resident of Valencia, NM, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2003. She was a member of the Catholic Church. She loved to bake cakes, cook, garden, read, take pictures, listen to music, and most of all she loved spending time on the farm with her husband. She also collected various items throughout her life. Ida is preceded in death by her parents, Luis Sanchez and Soledad Aragon-Sanchez; and her brother and his wife, Frank and Dell Sanchez. Ida is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Florian; her son, Ralph and his wife, Naria; her daughter, Sheila; her grandsons, Gene and his wife, Debbie, and Michael Maes and his fiancee, Shiloh; her granddaughters, Elena and her boyfriend, Albert, and Graziella; her great-grandson, Joshua; her great-granddaughter, Alexandra; her brother, Juan Sanchez and his wife, Prescilla; and her sister, Mina Sanchez of San Diego, CA. Ida is also survived by many other loving family members and friends. Cremation has taken place. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 13, 2003 at 5:30 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen 87002.
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May -- Roger P. May, 69, a resident of the Albuquerque area since 1975, passed away at his home on July 13, 2003. He is survived by his daughter Lisa May and fiancé, Steve Bailey of Rio Rancho, NM; mother of his children, Martha May of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Ashley and Bradley May; several nieces and nephews in the Washington State Area. Roger was preceded in death by his son, Geoff May and one sister, Ann Potter. He was a Marine veteran of the Korean War. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1996 and was a Zone Manager for the Circle K Corporation. Graveside Service will be held on Friday at 2:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Friends may visit French Mortuary - Westside Chapel on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM, 87199-0790 and or to the American Lung Association/Emphysema Association, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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Mccamey -- Nelson McCamey, 73, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died peacefully at home Sunday, July 13, 2003 after a short battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Pat McCamey of the family home; son, David McCamey and wife, Susan of Cincinnati, OH; daughter, Linda McCamey Allen and husband, Ken of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Lisa Kaufer and husband, Joshua and Caitlin McCamey; brothers, John McCamey and wife, Betty and Ray McCamey and wife, Mary Jane; sisters, Geneva Higgins, Billie Goodwin, Jackie Fritz and husband, Lonnie and Shirley Stott; sister-in-law, Cynthia Norman and husband, Vernon; and many other family members and friends. Mr. McCamey was active with the Boy Scouts of America. was a longtime manager of Elder, Quinn and McGill. Mr. McCamey loved the outdoors and being with his friends. He will be deeply missed by friends and family. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, 1801 Montano Rd. NW, with Rev. Lawrence R. DeLong officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America, 5841 Office Blvd. NE, 87109 or to Presbyterian Health Care Foundation, Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, P.O. Box 26666, 87125. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Montoya -- Natividad Montoya Nate was born September 8, 1925 in Tucumcari, NM. She passed away July 13, 2003 in Albuquerque. Nate was a loving person and touched many lives. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. Nate loved her grand and great grandkids and would do anything for them. She was preceded in death by her husband Eduardo Montoya, and is survived by her two sons, Vincent A. Montoya and wife Audrey of Dulce, NM, Raymond Montoya and wife Christine of Albuquerque; one daughter Margaret Neidhart of League City, TX.; 19 grandchildren; 16 great- grandchildren; special niece Billie Griego of Tucumcari; numerous other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Family Worship Center, 5200 Iliff Rd. NW. A prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, 2003. The funeral service will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday, July 16, 2003. The burial will follow at 1:00pm at Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. Pastor Ed Kabotie will officiate the services. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW, Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Neuhaus -- Don Alan Neuhaus, 62, died on July 14, 2003 at his home in Albuquerque Born in Staunton, IL Mr. Neuhaus moved with his family to Albuquerque in 1949. In 1959, he began his career with AT&T in Albuquerque, transferring to Grants, NM where he worked for many years before returning to Albuquerque where he retired as a manager for USWest in 1996. He is survived by his parents, Harold A. and Adrienne M. Neuhaus of Albuquerque; sister, Johanna K. Neuhaus of Washington, DC; three children, and five grandchildren, Barbara J. Damskey and husband, John and their sons, Michael and Taylor of Ashton, MD, Doralien J. Ciaramella and husband, Joseph and their sons, Vincent and Joseph of Jupiter, FL and Jade D. Neuhaus and wife, Tracey and their daughter, Amber of Albuquerque. Mr. Neuhaus was preceded in death by his mother, the former Doralein Johanna Spittler Neuhaus of Staunton, IL. In respecting his wishes, no Services will be held.
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Norman -- Donald F. Norman, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, June 27, 2003. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held July 17, 2003, 10:00 a.m., at Harwood United Methodist Church, 420 San Lorenzo NW, with Rev. Andy Husted officiating. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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Ollman -- Dorothy J. Ollman Jean , 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1938, died Monday, July 14, 2003. She is survived by her daughters, Marinell Bratzler and husband, Hank of Sterling, OK, Jo Riley and husband, Doug of Albuquerque, Jan Walter and husband, Bob of Las Vegas, NV and Judy Cullison and husband, Rod of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Ollman in 1990. Mrs. Ollman was a member of Central United Methodist Church. She was a painter of fine china. Mrs. Ollman left her family in Michigan at age 16 and moved to Albuquerque by herself to recover from asthma. Albuquerque remained her home where she also raised her family. She and Norman were married the day following the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Memorial services will be held Thursday, July 17, 2003, at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Suite 102, 87110. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Oringderff -- James"Jim" Oringderff, 57, a resident of Albuquerque since 1997, died Saturday, July 12, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Oringderff of Albuquerque; daughters, SyLinda Byrd of Albuquerque and Kari Lynn Morgan and husband, Justin of Sacramento, CA; grandchildren, Michael Kenner Evans Byrd of Albuquerque, James Riley Morgan and Kya Bree Morgan, both of Sacramento, CA; father, C.D. Oringderff and wife, Kathy of Plainview, TX; and brother, Orvel Lee Oringderff and wife, Donnie of Big Spring, TX. Mr. Oringderff married Sandra Evans on September 7, 1968 in Tulia, TX. He retired after 22 years of service in the US Army. He then became a church administrator serving at First United Methodist Church, Fairview Cemetery, Boys and Girls Club of Valencia County, and then Congregation Albert. He was a fantastic Opa to his grandchildren. Mr. Oringderff was a wonderful, caring husband and father. He was loved and respected by his co-workers and all that knew him. Services will be held Thursday, July 17, 2003, at 7:00 p.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE, with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Padilla -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF ALFREDO A PADILLA July 15, 1925 - February 19, 2002Happy Birthday We miss you very much. You were always there when we needed your encouragement and support. Thanks for being such a remarkable dad. Please pray for us as much as we pray for youIn our hearts forever.
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Romero -- Alice T. Romero, 84, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, July 14, 2003. She is survived by her son, Sam Candeleria and wife, Bella M. of Albuquerque; daughter, Mary Jane Owen and husband, Hal of Colorado; sons, Robert A. Romero of Albuquerque and Jim Romero and wife, Norene of Los Lunas, NM; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and sister, Reta Ruth of Hawaii. She was preceded in death by her husband, Abel Romero in 1996. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, July 16, 2003, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, July 17, 2003, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Father Robert A. Chabot, SSS, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be James A. Romero, Rick L. Romero, Mark A. Romero, Al Montoya, Bryan Romero, and Todd Kersting. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wednesday, July 16, 2003, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Shew -- Mary Shew, 83 passed away with grace and dignity on Friday, July 11, 2003, at home with her husband, Bob and her two surviving daughters, Donna Holmlin and JoAnne Shew. She is also survived by her two sons, Bobby Shew of Los Angeles, California and Kyle Shew of Key West, Florida. Mary had seven grandchildren whom she adored, Erik Holmlin, Ashley Floyd; Aaron and Joel Fellis; Kelly Shew: Jena and Easton Shew. Mary brought a smile and laughter to everyone she met. She knew no strangers. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched. Memorial Services will at St. Thomas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM, on Friday, July 18, 2003, at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Tafoya -- Albino C. Tafoya, born May 8, 1919, deceased July 11, 2003. Mr. Tafoya was born in Contreras, NM, and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, he attended Sacred heart School, joined the Army Air Corps and was a W.W.II veteran. Mr. Tafoya owned and operated Tafoya's Grocery in South Barrelas along with his wife, Rose. He retired from Kirtland AFB, after 22 years of government service. He is survived by his wife, Rose of 63 years; children, Joseph B. Tafoya, Mary D. Guyse, Al Tafoya, Lorraine Bivins and her husband, Robert and Leo Tafoya; 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A mass will be celebrated Wednesday at the Sacred heart Church at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Church. Pallbearers will be Leo Tafoya Jr., Benny Tafoya, Burr Halstrum, Walter Martinez, Bobby Candelaria and Derrick Trujillo. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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Turpin -- Ralph Turpin, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2003 after a long illness. He was born and raised in Cimarron, NM and moved to Albuquerque in 1951 and resided in Belen at his time of death. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church and was a devoted Catholic all of his life. He retired after 26 years of outstanding service with the New Mexico National Guard in Santa Fe, NM. Ralph was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was a wonderful brother-in-law to his wives family. Ralph left behind a lifetime of wonderful memories and many, many friends. He will be missed by all who knew him and he leaves a void in our hearts forever. Ralph is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Alice of the family home in Belen; his daughter, Patricia Turpin of Belen; his son, Ralph Jr. of Albuquerque, NM; his granddaughter, Brittany Burch; his sister, Angie Turpin of Cimarron, NM; and two nephews, Eloy Brazil of Cimarron and Gino Brazil of Espanola, NM; and his niece, Louise Martinez of Pueblo, CO. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and brothers and sisters-in-law. All services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church beginning with a visitation on Tuesday, July 15, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. with a Rosary at 10:30 a.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at the Cimarron Cemetery in Cimarron, NM at a later date. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen.
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Valdez -- Mrs. Rosemary P. Valdez, 55, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on July 12, 2003. Mrs. Valdez is survived by her loving daughters, Michele Ward and husband, Warren, Deborah R. Anaya and husband, Manuel R. and Rubiane Valdez; one sister, Sarah Serna and husband, Richard; one brother, Carmel Padilla Jr. and wife, Elizabeth; eight grandchildren, Daniel, Rosella, Elmer III, Michael Paul, Lorenzo, Isabela, Henry and Gabriealla; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who loved her very much. Mrs. Valdez was preceded in death by her husband, Ruben Valdez; her parents, Carmel Padilla Sr. and Isabel Padilla; a son, Elmer H. Marquez and a sister, Domie Sanchez. Mrs. Valdez was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation for Mrs. Valdez will be Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Kate Ortiz and Abe Ortiz. A final Visitation will be Wednesday morning from 11:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover SE with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. by Father James Moore. Pallbearers will be, Alejandro Marquez, Anthony Padilla, Richard Serna Jr, Pat Gonzales, Roy Brown and Vicky Chavez. Cremation to follow services and final disposition of the cremains will follow at a later date. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 OLD COORS RD. SW 243-7861
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Wells -- Kathleen Carmen Salas-Wells Kathy was born November 30, 1969 in San Francisco, CA. She passed away July 10, 2003 in Albuquerque due to Pulmonary Emboli. Kathy was a very caring and outspoken person. She was a very accomplished woman who proudly served in the US. Army, Wildflecken, West Germany, having been honorably discharged. She earned degrees in both nursing and law, and worked as a registered nurse and most recently as an attorney. Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Noel Kelly in 1996, and is survived by her husband, Scott Wells; three children, Troy Wells age 13, Stephen Wells age 11, and Carmen Wells age 7, all of the family home; her mother, Ylse Helfer; Godmother, Beatriz Sanchez; father and mother - in -law, Steve and Linda Wells; numerous others who loved and will miss her. Viewing and Funeral Service will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara RD. in Rio Rancho, NM. A viewing will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 followed by the Funeral Service at 3:00 p.m., with military honors. Private family burial will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Haven House Shelter, 3722 Hanley RD. NE. Rio Rancho, NM. 87144. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Wilson -- Mary Miller Wilson, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1936, died Friday, July 11, 2003. She is survived by her daughters, Charlsie Ruth Hare of Albuquerque, Carlene Ruttle and husband, Jack of Las Cruces, and Donna Lee Fuller of Albuquerque; step-son, Robert Wilson and wife, Betty of Sherman, TX; step-daughter, Margaret Jensen of Strasburg, CO; sixteen grandchildren; several great grandchildren and brother, Calvin Williams of Albuquerque. Mary was preceded in death by two husbands, Clyde Miller and Fred Wilson, granddaughter, Jayne Hare and great-grandson, J.C. Hare. She was a longtime member of First Spanish -Fruit Avenue Baptist Church. Mary retired from Sears Department Store and owned and operated grocery stores. She was a member of the Zia Roamers Good Sam RV Club and enjoyed traveling. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at First Spanish - Fruit Avenue Baptist Church, 812 Fruit Avenue NW with Rev. Thomas V. Collins officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Honorary pallbearers will be Calvin Williams, Jim Hare, Jack Ruttle, John Ruttle, Jim Ruttle, Jeff Ruttle, Donald Fuller, Michael Fuller and Mark Fuller.French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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