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Aragon -- Mrs. Magdalena Arias Aragon (Mag), The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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Browne -- Graham Browne, who helped create Sutin, Thayer, & Browne, one of New Mexico's leading law firms, died Friday, August 22, 2003. Graham, a beloved husband, father, and friend, was 68. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Sandra Browne, and his daughters, Anne Browne and Rebecca Browne. Graham was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on June 30, 1935. He served in the United States Army. He received his bachelor's degree from Hobart College in 1957, began law school at New York University, and graduated in 1963 from the University of New Mexico School of Law. After graduation, Graham worked as a courier and then an associate at Sutin, Thayer & Browne, at that time known as Sutin & Jones. He became a member of the firm, and recently celebrated his 40th year as a lawyer there. Graham founded the commercial and business practice group at the firm and was the primary author of the New Mexico Children's Code. In his broad practice, Graham advised clients on organizational, tax and personal matters and worked with business owners and accountants. Graham was known by clients and friends for his intellect, his legal expertise, his wit, and his gentle yet direct manner. Graham's cheerfulness and openness to others garnered the respect of everyone he touched, and his personality led people to gravitate to him. He was a mentor to generations of younger lawyers, and he was a founder and board member of numerous charitable organizations. Graham's boundless curiosity led him to be well-versed in history, computer science, music, and any other pursuit to which he applied himself, and to return from his numerous trips abroad with colorful accounts of new adventures. We benefited from his inimitable presence and will miss him greatly. Graham's survivors also include a cousin, Mimi Kuether, of South Carolina. A wake will be held September 3, 2003, at 5:00 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center of Albuquerque, 5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Instead of flowers, the family has established the Graham Browne Memorial Scholarship Fund in the History Department of the University of New Mexico, and contributions may be made in care of Sutin, Thayer & Browne, P.O. Box 1945, Albuquerque, NM 87103. Donations may also be made to the League of Women Voters/Albuquerque/Bernalillo County, 2403 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Center -- Lizzie Gallegos Center, age 71, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, born November 4, 1931 in Albuquerque went to be with our Lord on August 25, 2003 after suffering from heart failure. A devout Catholic, she was a member of Queen of Heaven Parish. She was preceded in death by her father, Nick Gallegos; and her mother, Antonia Gallegos. She was a loving and generous person who would help anyone in need, and was loved dearly by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, William Center; son, Billy Center; daughter, Joan Marentes; granddaughter, Yvette Marentes; grandson, Eric Marentes. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, August 27, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at Queen of Heaven Parish, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Mass will be held Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Parish. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eric Marentes, Isidor Gallegos, George McAfee, Rudy Lewis, James Hopper, and Tim Keenan. Riverside Cremation & Burial, 764-9663.
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Gillespie -- Robert S."Bob" Gillespie, age 88, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2003 at his home in Albuquerque, NM, where he was a resident for 54 years. Bob was born in LeMars, IA and after graduating from the public school system, attended Western Union College in LeMars. He graduated from the University of Illinois and later earned an advanced degree from the University of Iowa. He served in the US National Guard, followed by more than three years in the US Army. He was assigned to a Submarine Command serving overseas in the Mediterranean area and the Middle East. He was honorably discharged from the Army with an American Defense Service Medal and an EAME Campaign Medal with a Bronze Star Good Conduct Medal. Bob and his wife, Virginia moved to Albuquerque in 1949 when he became a member of the faculty in the Department of Journalism at the University of New Mexico. After several years with the University, Bob took a position with Sandia Laboratories as a Technical Writer. Following a fulfilling career, he retired from Sandia in 1977. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Virginia Fleck Gillespie of LeMars, IA and Dallas, TX. Other members of Robert's family to precede him in death were Dr. James B. Gillespie of Champaign, IL; and sisters, Katherine Troxler of California and Marion Templeman of New Mexico. He is survived by his daughter, Virginia C."Ginger" Gillespie and son-in-law, William"Biff" Thompson of Albuquerque; and son, Charles S. Gillespie and his wife, Frances of Stagecoach, TX. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Nathan and Kaleena Thompson of Albuquerque and Katherine and Rachel Gillespie of Stagecoach; nieces and nephews, Connie Coates, Kathy Watkins, John and Joan Templeman, and Bill and Barbara Templeman of Santa Fe, Ginger Troxler of California, James and Emily Gillespie of Florida, and Emily Henry and Robin Troxler of Massachusetts. Also surviving are many great-nieces and nephews and many loving friends in Albuquerque, most especially Don and Dora Sylvester, Bob Vales, and Rev. Harold Trott. Graveside Services will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Friday, August 29, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Mark's On The Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place NE, on Saturday, August 30, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made in memory of Bob Gillespie to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 710 West 168th St, New York, NY 10032. Bob was a very special man and was deeply loved and will be missed very much by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. He left on the wings of an Angel, placed gently in the hands of God. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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Harriss -- Bivian N. Harriss, 90, a 35-year resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, August 24, 2003. She is survived by her son, Joseph A. Harriss, a journalist based in Paris, France; her daughter-in-law, Claudie Harriss; and grandson, Christopher Harriss. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. Harriss, an electronics engineer with the Federal Aviation Agency, in 1960. Born in Goldthwaite, TX, Bivian had a long career with the Federal government as a communications specialist based in Fort Worth, TX, Atlanta, GA, Anchorage, AK, and Seattle, WA. After her retirement in 1968, she visited many countries in Europe and Asia, often as a participant in people-to-people programs such as Friendship Force. Long active in community affairs, she was awarded certificates of appreciation from the State of New Mexico and the City of Albuquerque for outstanding volunteer services, as well as from organizations such as the Civic Light Opera Association, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History, and the New Mexico State Fair. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremated remains will take place at the family lot in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Fort Worth, TX. She will be missed by her many friends at Bear Canyon Estates Retirement Home. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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Junick -- William R. Junick, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946 died August 25, 2003. Survivors include his wife, Pearl Ann Junick of the family home; sons, Dave Junick and wife, Virginia, Dennis Junick and wife, Melba, Don Junick and wife, Louise and Dr. Daniel Junick and wife, Mimi all of Albuquerque; sister, Jenevive Chernak of PA; brother, Edward Junick of PA; seven grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. William was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. A rosary will be recited 11:30 a.m., Thursday, August 28, 2003 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church 5310 Claremont Ave. NE with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 12:00 p.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Serving as Casket bearers will be Don Junick, Dennis Junick, Dan Junick, Kyle Junick, Dave Junick Jr., Mike Oechsler and Mike Gonzales. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE 884-1188
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Kemm -- Mary R. Kemm, age 89, beloved mother, grandmother and sister was called home to be with the Lord our Savior, Monday, August 25, 2003, after a long illness. Mary was born in Penasco, NM; and was a resident of Albuquerque. She is survived by loving children, Gil E. Kemm, Alma Suazo and Irene Gutierrez; seven precious grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one sister, Alice Montoya; and numerous other beloved relatives and friends. Mary will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary; where a rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, 5415 Fortuna Rd., NW. Casket bearers will be Matthew Suazo, John Suazo, Louis Sanchez, Anthony Sanchez, Alfonso Griego, and Loren Kemm. Enurment will take place Saturday at Santa Teresita in Turquillo, NM, (Mora County). Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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Lawler -- Walter E. Lawler, 78, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, August 23, 2003. He is survived by his sons, John Lawler of Fairfield, CT and Thomas Collins and his wife, Martha of Albuquerque; daughters, Patricia Nahoney and Theresa Flinn, both of Columbus, OH, and Margaret Collins and husband, Kenneth of Stratford, CT and nine loving grandchildren. Mr. Lawler was born in Whitestone, NY to John and Margaret Lawler. He was a veteran of WWII where he received the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal. Mr. Lawler was a retired officer of the New York Police Department. He then worked with Mountain Bell until 1980. Mr. Lawler was a member of the American Legion 49 and VFW in Albuquerque. nterment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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Lewis -- David A. Lewis, 60, a resident of Albuquerque since 1979, passed away on August 24, 2003. David was born April 24, 1943 the son of Paul Henry and Pauline Schalk Lewis in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. He had been a financial consultant with the Solomon, Smith & Barney Company for over 17 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances in 1995. He is survived by three children, Joseph Lewis and wife of Colorado Springs, CO, Kelly Malleck and husband of Seattle, WA, and Justin Lewis and wife, of Colorado Springs, CO; one sister, Carol Veley of Westchester, PA; and four granddaughters. There will be a Memorial Gathering on Friday, August 29, 2003 at 5:00 p.m., call 897-1518 for information. It has been suggested that memorials be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 6600 Zuni SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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Montoya -- Mable C. Montoya. Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary, with Chaplain John Mark Sutton officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Casket bearers will be AB Montoya, Orlando D. Montoya, Jr., Davy G. Waters, Mark G. Waters, Adam Montoya, and Richard Harding, Jr. Honorary bearer will be Orlando D. Montoya, III. Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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Potter -- Gregory James Potter, 34, of Albuquerque, died at home of natural causes Saturday, August 23, 2003. Greg grew up in Los Alamos, where he displayed a gift and a joy for track, football and wrestling. He was a devoted Chicago Bulls and Cubs fan who enjoyed watching games with his Grandpa Danz. He was active in the Boy Scouts and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. His genuine warmth and compassion for friends and strangers was legend. His personality was an eclipsing light toward which so many souls gravitated. Greg loved to bring laughter to those in his presence and was a devoted son, brother and uncle who would do anything for his family. He will be greatly missed. Greg is survived by his parents, James M. and Darlene Potter of Los Alamos; sisters, Kristin Pederson of Los Alamos and Anna Nowell of El Paso, Texas; brothers, Rudy Potter of Los Alamos and Jaiya John of Silver Spring, Maryland; Brothers-in-law, Neal Pederson of Los Alamos and Jeremy Nowell of El Paso; nephew, Benjamin Pederson; and niece, Michelle Pederson of Los Alamos; niece, Jordan McCoy-John of Takoma, Maryland; grandmothers, Betty Danz of Ottowa, Illinois and Marie Warsaw of East Peoria, Illinois; and the many relatives he kept close to his heart. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Rudolph Danz and Harold Potter of Peoria, Illinois and Art Warsaw of East Peoria, Illinois. Services are to be held at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Los Alamos, New Mexico on Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Guaje Pines and reception at Parish Hall to follow. Memorial donations may be made to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Albuquerque & Rio Rancho, P.O. Box 3963, Albuquerque, NM 87190. Please notate donations as:"In memory of Gregory James Potter." A memorial program for youth will be established in Greg's name to honor his lifelong love for children.
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Santiago -- Miguel Santiago. Visitations will be Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 820 Broadway SE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Leonard Gallegos, Hector Lozoya, Mark Tapia, Alfonso Minero, Jr., Alex Lujan, Sr., and Alex Lujan, Jr. For floral assistance, please call 898-3160. Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW
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Schmidlapp -- Big Al (Frederick Allen Schmidlapp), 56, died Friday August 22, 2003. Al was born August 10,1947 in Piqua, Ohio. He was raised in Dayton, Ohio and graduated from North Ridge High School class of 1965. Al attended Ohio Tech and was recruited by Los Alamos National Labs upon graduation in 1967. He worked and lived in Los Alamos for four years, and then became a resident of Albuquerque. Al was a very loving and gentle man who loved children and his friends. Al was the kind of man who would give the shirt off his back for you. He loved anything with wheels and a motor especially Fords and Harley Davidson's. He loved the outdoors very much, so he enjoyed hunting and volunteering with the Boy Scouts. He is survived by his wife, Norean of 33 years; his two sons, Steven and J. T .of Albuquerque; his mother, Duskey Schmidlapp of Huber Heights, Ohio; his brother, Gary of Edgewood, and his sister, Jenny Glass of Miami, Ohio. Al attended church with the Sunport Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Funeral services are being held at the Haines Street Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5709 Haines NE., on Wednesday August 27, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
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Schwartz -- Mr. James F. Schwartz, 61, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on August 22, 2003. Mr. Schwartz is survived by his loving wife, Diane of 37 years; two sons, Zachary Schwartz and Michael Thomas Schwartz and wife, Angela; five sisters, Elizabeth Peterson, Barbara Bollinger and husband, Gordon, Kathy Fry, Margie Harris, and Rita Schwartz; five brothers, William Schwartz, Richard Schwartz and wife, Leslie, Louis Schwartz and wife, Barbara, Greg Schwartz and wife, Kathleen, Jerry Schwartz and wife; two grandchildren, Makayla and Kaiden Schwartz; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Schwartz was a member of the Catholic Church. The family will be receiving relatives and friends on Thursday, August 28, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW with a Memorial Mass at 10:00 a.m., presider of the Mass, Father Edmund Savilla. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors SW 243-7861
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Segarra -- In Memory of my Wife Mawie Segarra May 1, 1930 - August 27, 2001Two year Anniversary Siempre Serás la reina de mi amorMy dear, it has been two years since you went to Heaven to be with God. I'm sure that you are in good hands and he will take good care of you until I get there to be with you. My dear, you are another angel in God's Heaven and some day I will see you there dressed all in white like one of His angels. I miss you, my Mawie, very much. You are always in my mind and in my thoughts. You will always be in my heart and my love for you will be forever. You will always be part of my life and some day we will be together again in Heaven. Your memories will keep me company for now and keep me going one day at a time. Your sons and daughter miss you very much and your grandchildren miss you too, especially Curtis. We still love you and miss you every day.My Dear, If tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven, And bring you home again.Love always and forever, Your husband, Luis; Luis Jr., Rudy, Angie, Tabitha, Serena and Curtis.
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Sewell -- Eleanor Sewell. A memorial gathering will be held in memory of Eleanor Sewell at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2003 at 1305 Blake St. SW (The corner of Blake and La Vega.) All friends and enemies are welcome.
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Speake -- Mrs. Cecelia S. Speake. Final Visitation will be Wednesday afternoon from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Clairmont Ave. NE, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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Villanueva -- Villanueva, Seledon, age 80, has ended his journey on earth and has returned home to be with the Lord on August 23, 2003, in Pueblo, CO. Seledon was born on April 23, 1923, in Villanueva, NM, to Angel and Demitra Villanueva. He served in the United States Army and fought for his country in World War II. While fighting for his country, he was wounded twice and was a Prisoner of War. Seledon received several medals for the time he served his country. He is preceded in death by his parents Angel and Demitra Villanueva; brothers, Manuel and Ramos Villanueva; and sister, Vivian Willis. Seledon is survived by his children Albert (JoAnne Aguirre) Villanueva, Rosemary (Joseph) Ruiz, Seledon Villanueva, Jr., Thomas (Sallie) Villanueva, and special friend, former wife, Alice Villanueva. He is also survived by sisters, Tillie (Rodney) Davis, Alice Corbett, Epie Padilla, and brother, Leo Villanueva; 13 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, August 27, 2003, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Villanueva, NM, at 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be on Friday, August 28, 2003, at 9:00 a.m., also in Villanueva, NM. Interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Friday, August 28, 2003, at 2:30 p.m. McGee Memorial Chapel 1320 Luisa Street 983-9151
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