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CHAVEZ --
Teddy Chavez, born in Albuquerque, NM on December 31, 1924, passed away on December 27, 2003, also in Albuquerque. Funeral mass will be at 9:00 AM on Friday, January 2, 2003, at The Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Interment will follow at the National Veterans' Cemetery in Santa Fe. Pallbearers will be John Brian Simms, Jeffrey Simms, Richard Sager, Larry Keays, Shawn Becker and Justin Sager. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
CLARK --
Ramona "Rae" Sachs Clark. The family of Rae Sachs Clark, who passed away on December 27, 2003, wishes to apologize for an oversight in the previous announcement stating her survivors. Rae was also survived by a loving brother, Ben Sachs and his wife, Erminda; their daughter, Lucinda and her husband, Lewis Real. We wish to thank everyone who so unselfishly gave of their time, talents and food. The Lord has truly blessed us with the ministry at Crossroads Calvary Chapel, Wellesley Home Care, Sunrise Funeral Options, family and friends.
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
GONZALES --
Cecilia L. Gonzales, 85, went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2003. She was born on November 28, 1918 in Placitas, New Mexico. Funeral Services will be held on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
GONZALES --
Rafaela Gonzales, 77, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, December 31, 2003. She is survived by her daughters, Irma Gonzales of Albuquerque and Lupe Contreras and husband Dennis of Concord, CA; sons, Daniel Gonzales, Andrew Gonzales, Robert Gonzales and wife Yvonne, Ralph Gonzales and wife Cindy, Rubin Gonzales, and Rick Gonzales and wife Denise, all of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister; and numerous brothers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Gonzales; and son, Ray Gonzales. Rafaela was a loving mother, had a big heart, and always spoke good of everyone. Rosary will be recited Friday, January 2, 2004, 5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel with Deacon Terry Palmer reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, January 3, 2004, 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette with Father Tom Zotter, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menual NE. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
HIXENBAUGH --
Russ IN LOVING MEMORY OF Russ Hixenbaugh September 17, 1954-January 1, 1980 Son, Thinking of you. Miss and love you very much Mom
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
HORNE --
Helen Alice Horne was born in Gibson County, Indiana on October 29, 1913. She passed away on December 28, 2004 at the Medical Center in Muleshoe, TX. She had been living in the Farwell Convalescent Center in Farwell, TX for the last seven years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lemual and Floy Waters; her infant sister, Birdie Lucille; her daughter, Carolyn Riddle; her son, Tom Beckwith; and stepdaughter, Doris Hazlett. Helen is survived by her brother, Walter Waters; and sister, Martha Moore both of Mt. Vernon, IN; and her sister, Mary Strum of Morganfield, Ky; her son, Jim Beckwith and wife, Geraldine of Winters, TX; son, Steve Breeze and wife, Claudia of Edgewood, NM; stepdaughter, Mary Lou Feeney of Jonesville, MT; and stepdaughter, Jeanine Breeze of Evansville, IN also survive her. She also leaves 13 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. She also leaves many friends and acquaintances in Indiana, NM and Texas. Funeral Services will be held at First Spanish Fruit Ave. Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 2, 2003. Reverend Keith Riddle will conduct the service.
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
KNIGHT --
Joe T. Knight, Age 76, passed into the Lord's hands on December 28, 2003. A loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. Joe is survived by his wife of 48 years, Lois O. Knight, daughter Beverly L. Schifani and husband Joseph G. Schifani, granddaughter, Faith Schifani, son Brian D. Knight and wife Claudia A. Knight all of Albuquerque. Additional survivors include Joe's younger brother William M. Knight and wife Glyneth A. Knight of Lubbock, TX, as well as numerous cousins. Joe is preceded in death by his parents Bertram D. Knight and Gertrue E. Knight, both of Childress, TX. He was born in Childress, TX on January 21, 1927. He was raised in Childress, TX and served in the U. S. Army during World War II as well as the Air Force Reserve for several years following the war. In 1948, Joe relocated to Albuquerque, NM and he retired from the U. S. Department of Energy in 1983, having completed 35 years of service as a Quality Electrical Engineer. Following his retirement from DOE, Joe joined Sandia Consultants, Inc. as a Consultant and he traveled extensively throughout the United States in both of his careers. In 1948, Joe also became licensed as an Amateur Radio Operator. He was highly active and dedicated to Amateur Radio from that time forward. He held the Amateur Radio Call Sign of W5PDY which he referred to phonetically as W5 "Pretty Darn Young" and his wife Lois presently holds the call sign of KC5CXO. Joe was extremely involved in New Mexico Search and Rescue operations and served as the New Mexico Section Manager for the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) for 27 years. An old-time member of the Sandia Base Radio Club and the Albuquerque Amateur Radio Club, Joe assisted in organizing the Amateur Radio Caravan Club and was its first Emergency Caravan Master. He also helped establish the Upper Rio FM Society, having served as President and Board Member. Joe was a Charter Member of the Albuquerque Chapter of the Quarter Century Wireless Association (QCWA) as well as the Albuquerque DX Association and a Life Member of QCWA, ARRL and the Upper Rio FM Society. He was a member of numerous Amateur Radio Clubs and Nets throughout the Southwest and had a special interest in the New Mexico Radio Collectors Club. Joe was a pioneer in the creation of the Atomic Museum. He served as Vice President/Board Member of the ALO Employees Federal Credit Union. For the past 55 years Joe was a member of Central United Methodist Church having served as a board member and usher. He was also a Life Member of Hiram Lodge #13 A.F. & A.M, served as a board member and Rainbow Dad for Albuquerque Chapter #20 of the Order of Rainbow for Girls, and, for the past several years, served as a volunteer at the Albuquerque VA Hospital. Joe Knight truly left the rest of us a legacy, mainly, "serve others before yourself" with his philanthropic desire to assist others. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the ARRL Knight Distinguished Service Award or the ARRL Foundation Scholarship Fund at ARRL, 225 Main Street, Newington, CT 06111-1494. Memorial Donations may also be made to the American Lung Association of New Mexico, 120 Sierra Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, or the Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM 87125-6666. A family visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday, January 1st at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Friday, January 2nd at 2:00 p.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
LAMBERT --
Douglas Frank Lambert, 83 a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 31, 2003. Douglas served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a machinist (tool and die maker) for General Electric and retired in 1982. He will always be remembered as a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Jean Phelan Lambert; daughters, Donna Lambert of Albuquerque, Diana Shaver and husband, Lee, of Georgia, Delores Pierce and husband Randall of Alabama; 5 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild. Douglas was preceded in death by his first wife, Florence Lambert, in 1986. Services will be held Saturday, January 3, 2004, at 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale SE. Pallbearers will be Tomas Mulville, Tom Weis, Klause Weber, Randall Pierce, Lee Shaver, Captain Douglas Shaver. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Friday, January 2, 2004, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
LENK --
Donald S. Lenk Sr., a long-time resident of Albuquerque, died in his home in Scottsdale AZ on December 9, 2003. Don settled in New Mexico after a 27-year career in the US Navy as a Chief Warrant Officer, serving in WWII and the Korean War. He earned a Bachelor's degree from Eastern New Mexico University and a Masters degree from New Mexico Highlands University. He taught in the Albuquerque Public Schools for several years. Don was known for his love of golf (he made three holes in one) and his passion for growing tomatoes. He supported Albuquerque organizations that provided for the poor and homeless. Don is survived by his wife Myra of Scottsdale, his brother John of Vergennes VT, three children, ten grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter.
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
LISLE --
Karen Alene Lisle, 52, June 9, 1951 to December 30, 2003 is at rest following a sudden decline in health. She is survived by her loving husband Jack, sons John & Neal Daugherty, daughter Laurie Schneider, daughter-in-law Rachel Daugherty, son-in-law Sigfried Schneider, three grandchildren Amanda, Nathan, Christian Schneider, as well as numerous family members and friends. Service to be held Saturday Jan. 3, 2004 11 a.m. at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, internment will be at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Karen Lisle Foundation to Sandia Lab FCU c/o Sigfried Schneider, Acct #2016100001.
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
MARTINEZ --
Napoleon " Nap" Martinez, age 78, passed away December 31, 2003 at an Albuquerque hospital following an illness. Nap was born October 2, 1925 in Pintada, NM to the home of Alcario and Faustina Garcia Martinez. He was reared and attended schools in Pintada. Nap served in the United States Army during WWII. He married Utilia Apodaca in 1945 in Santa Rosa. Nap was a self employed Meat Processor for many years, he was a sheep herder and a rancher. Nap retired from Guadalupe County Government were he served as County Clerk, County Assessor and Deputy County Assessor. He was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church where he served as Eucharistic Minister for 35 years, he was a member of St. Anne's Sodality and he and his wife Utilia were involved in the CYO. He was also a member of the American Legion, Knights of Colmbus Council 5146 where he held different offices including Grand Knight. Nap prayed the rosary for the deceased members of the community for over 30 years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend and will be truly missed. Nap is preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Sabinta Gonzalez, Rose Nelson and Frances Campos and his brother Faustin Martinez. Survivors include his wife Utilia Martinez of the family home in Santa Rosa, his Son Patrick Martinez and wife Gloria of Santa Rosa, his daughter Teresa Viramontes and husband Carl of Albuquerque, his grandchildren Manuel Martinez, Andre Martinez, Jessyca Flores and husband Frank and Juliette Lucero. Also surviving are his brothers Jose L. Martinez and Rudy Martinez both of Pintada, Joe A. Martinez and wife Stella of Santa Rosa and his sister Amelia Wallace of Albuquerque along with many loving brothers and sisters in law, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends. Rosary services will be held on Friday evening, January 2, 2004 from St. Rose Church in Santa Rosa. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 3 also from St. Rose Church with Father Nick Nichols officiating. Burial will follow at the St. Joseph Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers will be Manuel Martinez, Andre Martinez, Frank Flores, Larry Apodaca, John Apodaca, Glenn Maldonado, Ronald Maldonado and Arthur Campos. Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be all his nieces and nephews. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St., Santa Rosa, NM (505)472-3369. For on line condolences go to www.chavezfuneralhome.com
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
MCLEAN --
Merle. A visitation for Merle McLean will be held on Friday, January 2, 2003 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors. Services will take place on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. on January 3, 2003 in the chapel of Fitzgerald & Sons Funeral Directors, with Mr. John Phillis officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution can be made to the Albuquerque Christian Children Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd. NW, Albuquerque NM or to the Life Line of Hope, 1492 Laurel Valley Rd., Kalespell, Montana 59901. Arrangements are under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. 884-1188
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
MOORE --
Russell Moore, 72, an Albuquerque lawyer for over 45 years, died December 19, 2003 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. A memorial service will be held at St. John's Cathedral, 318 Silver SW, Albuquerque, on Friday, January 2, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to either Jardin de Los Ninos Gabriel Mistral, Bucerias, Nayarit, MX c/o New Mexico Bank and Trust, Attn: Greg Leyendecker, 320 Gold SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or Hogares, 1218 Griegos Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107.
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
NELSON --
Bessie Lee Nelson, 97, a long time resident of Albuquerque, Mountainair and Willard, New Mexico, died Wednesday, December 31, 2003. She is survived by her son, Harold Nelson and his wife, Pat of Ridgecrest, CA; sister, Utha Mourfield of Albuquerque; grandson, Jerry Nelson of Ridgecrest, CA; granddaughter, Bobbie Nelson of Mission Viejo, CA; grandson, Bruce Kennedy of Lubbock, TX; great-granddaughter, Andrea Nelson of Bakersfield, CA; great-grandson, Christopher Kennedy of Lubbock, TX and great-granddaughter, Lauren Kennedy of Lubbock, TX. Family and Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel on Friday, January 2, 2004 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Graveside service, Saturday, January 3, 2004 in Quanah Memorial Park, Quanah TX. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
ROPER --
Margaret Hay Roper, 93 often said she imported her parents, three brothers and one sister from Scotland so she could be born in America, in the territory of New Mexico. She referred to death as "going your merry way". She did so on Wednesday, December 31, 2003. Margaret was born October 6, 1910 to Scottish immigrants Thomas and Agnes Brown Hay in Koehler, Territory of New Mexico. Margaret was preceded in death by husband, Lyle D. Roper in 1975, and granddaughter Kenna Llane Strupe in 1986. She was the last of her immediate family that included her parents, 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Survivors include daughter, Margaret Alaine Roper of Albuquerque; son, James T. Roper and wife, Flo, of Raton, NM; granddaughters, Karen Janway and Mary Lynn Roper, both of Albuquerque; grandsons Steve Roper of Columbus, Ohio and Mark Roper of Raton; great-grandsons Brian Sherman, Daniel Roper, Jacob Roper, Tim McKee, numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by 8 step grandchildren, 17 step great-grandchildren and 7 step great-great-grandchildren. Margaret Roper, while growing up, lived in various coal-mining camps and spent her early adulthood in Raton working and raising her family. In 1958, Margaret and Lyle moved to Albuquerque. She worked as a sales clerk in many areas of the city. Margaret was the first clerk hired to work for Toys by Roy, where she did what she loved most, spending much of her time with children. She was always there to support her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She never knew a stranger and had the great gift of gab. Margaret touched many lives and will be remembered for her humor, story telling, care giving and generosity. One of the greatest highlights in her life was her trip to Scotland for her 84th Birthday. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 5, 2004, at 9:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Graveside services will follow at 3:30 p.m. at Fairview Cemetery in Raton, NM. Pallbearers will be her grandsons and great-grandsons. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Sunday, January 4, 2004, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
RUNYAN --
Robert "Bob" F. Runyan, 67, a 11-year resident of the Albuquerque area, died Sunday, December 28, 2003. He is survived by his sons, Scott W. Runyan of Albuquerque and Richard F. Runyan of Raleigh, NC; daughter, Kathryn L. Runyan of Lilesville, NC; ex-wife, Martha Joe Hall of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Robert D. Runyan and Trevor Miller. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Hallie Runyan. Bob was greatly loved and will be great missed. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Monday, January 5, 2004, 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Tom Lohr officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
SAUCEDO SR. --
Philip T. Saucedo, Sr., 64, a resident of Albuquerque since 1998, died suddenly at the Heart Hospital of NM, Sunday, December 28, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Saucedo of Albuquerque; daughter, Martha Bennetts of Albuquerque; son, Phil Saucedo, Jr and wife, Renee of Albuquerque; daughters, Lisa Mauricio and husband, Roy of South Bend, IN and Stephanie Luchetti and husband, Mike of Katy, TX; eight grandchildren, Thomas Bennetts, Rebekah Burton, Maxx and Valerie Saucedo, Isabel, Dante, and Trae Mauricio, and Marissa Luchetti; brothers, Gabe Saucedo, Jr of Gallup, NM, Jimmy Saucedo of Kirtland, NM, and Johnny Saucedo of Gallup, NM and Lorraine Saucedo of Henderson, NV; brother-in-law, Vern Mellinger of Gallup, NM; mother-in-law, Ann Meese of Gallup, NM; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gabe and Clara Saucedo; brother, Charlie Saucedo; and sister, Janet Marcelli. Mr. Saucedo was born and raised in Gallup, NM. "Bear" graduated from Gallup High School in 1958. Mr. Saucedo was a member of the Elks and he coached summer league baseball in Gallup for many years. He was also a member of Annunciation Parish and NM Army National Guard. Phil loved his family, friends, and fishing buddies, and most of all, his wife, Mary Lou. Rosary will be recited Friday, January 2, 2004, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with The Marianites reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, January 3, 2004, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, Claremont and Vermont St. NE. Cremation will follow and private interment of cremated remains will take place at a later date. Honorary pallbearers will be the many people whose lives were touched by Phil. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Friday, January 2, 2004, 5:00 p.m. to rosary. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
SHEAFFER --
Franklin M. Sheaffer, Age 73, of Albuquerque, passed away on November 27, 2003. Franklin was retired from the U.S. Air Force, and spent time in both Korea and Thailand. He is survived by a brother, Clifford Ward, and sister, Sharon Ward, of E. Petersburg, PA as well as three sons, Jeffery Ludwig of Santa Fe, Frank Sheaffer of Albuquerque, and David Sheaffer of Murfreesboro, TN. A service at the Santa Fe National Cemetery is scheduled for January 5, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. May he rest in peace.
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004
SLAVIN --
Anna Marie Slavin, 79, loving wife and mother, died peacefully in her home on Sunday, December 21, 2003. She was a resident of Bermuda Dunes, CA for 5 1/ 2 years formerly of Albuquerque for 37 years. Anna's Survivors include her husband of 52 years, James L. Slavin; three daughters, Kitty Norris and husband, Terry of Bosque Farms, NM, Patcy Ashby and husband, Jimmy of Rio Rancho, NM, Peggy Chank and husband, Larry of Bermuda Dunes, CA; one brother, James W. Helfrich and wife, Barbara of Mentz, TX; four grandchildren, Geroge Bleicher and wife, Jamie, Cody Ashby, Kyle Chank,and Kaley Chank. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2003, 10:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven, 5310 Claremont NE, with Fr. Hugh J. Curran CSB, of Houston TX, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
Published on: Fri January 02, 2004