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ABEITA -- Anthony J. Abeita. 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. SW 243-5222
        Published on: Wed January 07, 2004

ARMIJO -- Antonia Armijo, born June 13, 1924, died Tuesday, January 06, 2004 in Albuquerque. She is survived by her sons, Lorenzo Sedillo, Raymond Armijo and wife, Mela, and Joe Armijo; daughters, Lucille Armijo, Irene Armijo, and Joann Lomas and husband, Nick; 15 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Armijo will be held on Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Carabajal, Rick Armijo, Kevin Lesperance, Paul Salazar, Oreste Jamenez and Albert Otero. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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BARNETT -- James W. Barnett passed away on December 31, 2003. James was born on July 6, 1924 in Jonesboro, IN. he was the son of Nolan Huff Barnett and Eula May Barnett. He graduated from Winchester (IN) High School in 1942. In 1943 he entered the U.S. Army. He served as an advance scout for General George Patton in WWII. He was the recipient of two purple hearts. In September of 1946, he entered Wabash College and completed his degree at the University of New Mexico. He also finished his Masters at UNM. He was employed by ACF Industries and Sandia. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary F. Barnett. He was preceded in death by his son, James Barnett Jr., and his brother, Richard H. Barnett. Other survivors include his nephew Jeffrey S. Barnett and wife Nancy, niece Jennifer Anderson, and other great nieces and nephews. James was a lifetime member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lions Eye Bank. A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2004 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Services will be held on Friday, January 9, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, with Reverend Charles Crutchfield officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800.
        Published on: Wed January 07, 2004

BARNUM -- Letha L. Barnum, 77, a native of New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2004. She is survived by her husband, John H. Barnum, Jr; son, John R. Barnum and wife, Felicia; daughter, Judy Brumley and husband, Barney; grandchildren, Johnny, Jamie, Patrick, and Danny; brother, Ray L. Carroll; and granddogs, Snuffy and Charlie. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, Thursday, January 8, 2004, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery following a private service. A Memorial service will be held at Manzano Del Sol Good Samaritan Village, 5201 Roma Ave. NE, in Albuquerque on Saturday, January 10, 2004, at 3:00 p.m. Please enter through the main entrance and sign in at the reception desk. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Letha L. Barnum to the United Way of Central New Mexico, 302 8th St. NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, Attn: Peggy Baca, (505) 247-3671. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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BLACKHURST -- Judge Richard Blackhurst, retired, a resident of Albuquerque since 1951, died Saturday, January 3, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Amanda R. Blackhurst of Albuquerque; children, Frances Toon and husband, Bill of Mesa, AZ, Richard A. Blackhurst of Santa Fe, Honey Griswold and husband, Bill of Rio Rancho, Elizabeth Blackhurst of Albuquerque and Fontaine Gregreson and husband, Max of Park City, UT; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Janet Romney and husband, Keith of Salt Lake City, UT; and brothers, Burt Blackhurst and wife, Viva of Pocatello, ID, Jonathan Blackhurst of Salt Lake City, UT and Steven Blackhurst and wife, Karen of Moreno Valley, CA. He was preceded in death by daughter, Nancy Ann Blackhurst and grandsons, Jonathan Richard Toon and Aaron Alexander Blackhurst. Judge Blackhurst was on the Faculty of the Judicial College, State of New Mexico, lower courts. He was a member of the Evening Optomists, the J.C.'s, and the 20-30 Club. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints-Sage Ward, 8130 Sage Rd. SW, with Bishop Jared Larsen officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be William M. Toon II, Geoffrey S. Toon, Jonathan Blackhurst, Steven Blackhurst, Lance M. Campbell and Leonard Morales. Honorary pallbearers will be David M. Toon, Steve Montoya, Jason Bushman and Austin McFall. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed January 07, 2004

CABRERA -- Mrs. Maria Gomez de Cabrera, 72, a resident of Albuquerque's North Valley since 1984 went to be with God on January 5, 2004 after battling pancreatic cancer. Mrs. Gomez de Cabrera was born October 11, 1931 in El Salto, Durango, Mexico. She is survived by her beloved husband, Jose Isidro Cabrera, the two met and were married, July 28, 1945 in Durango, Durango; and they lived in Durango and Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua before emigrating to the United States. She is also survived by eleven children, Julio Cabrera Sr., Hortensia Cabrera de Pargas, Armando Cabrera Sr., Deacon Juan Manuel Cabrera and wife, Maria, Olivia Cabrera, Ramiro Cabrera Sr. and wife, Matilde, Susana Cabrera de Macias and husband, Juan Carlos, Juan Carlos Cabrera and wife, Veronica, Ernesto Cabrera and wife, Azuzena of Denver, CO, Belen Cabrera de Castaneda and husband, Luciano and Julio Cesar Cabrera and wife, Maria; two sisters, Cruz Gomez de Bailon of Durango and Gregoria Gomez de Alvarez of La Paz, Baja California Sur; thirty-seven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Cabrera was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Wednesday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. A second visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Deacon Juan Manuel Cabrera. Final visitation will be Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at the Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00 a.m., Father Joe Vigil will preside. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her sons. Honorary Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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ESQUIVEL -- Robert "Bobby" V. Esquivel passed away on Friday, January 2, 2004. Bobby was born in Albuquerque on May 8, 1952 to Robert and Soledad EsquIvel. Bobby was in the US Marine Corp. He lived in New Mexico and Nevada. He was a custom cabinetmaker. Bobby is survived by his wife, Sandra; son, Jacob (Vinnett); two daughters, Tracy and Melissa; three sisters, Rachel (Bob), Linda (Andrew) and Anna (Steve); four brothers, R. C. (Hope), Juan, Billy and Timmy; two grandsons, Dominic and Arden; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Rosary will be held at Aspen Funeral Alternatives at 1935 Juan Tabo NE at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2004. Funeral Mass will be held at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church at 8901 Candelaria Rd NE at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2004 with burial following at San Jose de Armijo Cemetary on Arenal and Coors.
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FIELD -- Bessalee M. Field died January 2, 2004. She was 88 years old. She suffered from a stroke and Alzheimers and was in a nursing home for three years. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 9, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors. Donations may be made to Common Cause of NM, 119 1/ 2 Harvard SE, 87106. Arrangements are under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd 884-1188.
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HANNA -- Billy Hanna April 12, 1939 - January 7, 2000 4 year anniversary Four long years and it is still so unreal. We miss you so much and we will love you forever... Mary, Angel, Dominic, Jennifer, Aja, Holly, & Laci I miss you, Daddy.
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JACOBS -- Mr. Ford L. Jacobs, 71, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on January 5, 2004. Mr. Jocobs is survived by his beloved wife of fifty-two years, Elvira; his daughter, Debbie Rohr and husband, John; two sons, Charles Jacobs and wife, Roberta, Darrell Jacobs and wife, Brenda of Midland, MI; one sister, Delilah Bishop; two brothers, James Jacobs and wife, Lois of Portland, IN, Wilbur Jacobs of Dayton, OH; three grandchildren, Jovan, Joelle and Justine Jacobs; his mother in law, Erinea Gonzales; many brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Jocobs was a member of the Catholic Church, a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam Era, and a member of the D.A.V. Chapter 5, Rio Rancho and the American Legion Post 72. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW. Final visitation will be Thursday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 am. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by a Franciscan Friar. Committal Service will be Thursday at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be John Rohr, Gilbert Parraz, Fred Gonzales, Ted Gonzales, Severiano Sisneros Jr. and Bruno Gonzales. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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KLEBANOFF -- Elizabeth Klebanoff passed away peacefully on December 23, 2003, while on a cruise. She is survived by her beloved husband of over 50 years, M. Robert Klebanoff; daughter, Nina Klebanoff; sons, David and John; granddaughters, Amanda and Lindsay. Burial will take place on Thursday, January 8, 2004 at Fairview Cemetery, Temple Albert Section, at 1:00 p.m. In memory of Elizabeth, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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LAMER -- Yolanda D. Lamer. 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. SW 243-5222
        Published on: Wed January 07, 2004

LOPEZ -- Lucinda Chavez Lopez, 103, died January 2, 2004 at Presbyterian Hospice Center in Albuquerque. Mrs. Lopez married Maximiano Lopez and moved from Albuquerque to New Kirk, NM where she raised two sons and ran the family ranch with great strength and ingenuity during very difficult times. Mr. and Mrs. Lopez moved to Tucumcari, NM during WWII where Maximiano's WWI injuries were easier to care for. Maximiano died in 1966 and son, Carlos died in 2001. Mrs. Lopez is survived by son, Fred Lopez; grandchildren, David P. Lopez, Phillip R. Lopez and wife, Priscilla, Yvonne Lopez Garcia and husband, Randy, Carla Lopez and husband, Michael E. Vigil, and Edward M. Lopez and wife, Debbie; great-grandchildren, Randy Mark Garcia, Lauren Garcia, Rachel Lopez, Miquela Vigil, Cristina Vigil, David V. Lopez, Amanda E. Lopez, Galen P. Lopez, Jessi Marie Lopez, Justin Westbrook, and Jami Lopez. Mrs. Lopez will be remembered as a woman of tremendous strength and faith. Cremation has taken place. Services will be January 9, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at 4904 Laurene Ct. NW. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Mrs. Lopez memory to Presbyterian Hospice Center.
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MONTAGUE -- Joan Nicole Montague, 67, passed away in her home in her sleep on January 4, 2004. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Dr. Nicole S. Montague Young and husband William of Corpus Christi, TX, and Dr. Tarrae A. Bertrand and husband Thomas Levine, of Albuquerque, NM; one brother Gary Ted Montague and wife Elaine of Albuquerque, NM; four grandchildren, Monti Tae Montague Young, Dakota Ken Montague Young, Jaci Anne Bertrand, and Emma Moore Hinez. She is preceded in death by parents, and one son Ray Anthony Montague Block. Services will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2004, 1:00 p.m. at United First Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. 884-1188
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PELSOR -- Catherine Frances Pearce Pelsor, 87, passed away at her home in Albuquerque on January 3, 2004. She was born July 24, 1916 in Houston, Texas. She grew up in Roswell, NM and taught elementary school there for four years after getting her degree in Education from UNM in 1938. She married Gene Thomas Pelsor in 1942, who predeceased her in 2001. She is survived by her children, Thomas Pearce Pelsor and Jeanell Catherine Pelsor; her grandchildren, Christian Pelsor and Darcie Brett Pelsor; her niece, Teresa Susan Ashcom; and her great-niece and nephew, Maile Teresa Soon and Garrett McFall Soon. She continued to teach throughout her life in one form or another. As recently as a month ago, she taught ESL to some of the staff at her residence. She made an impression on all she met and her involvement with life never faded. She will be missed. Her memorial service will be held at the Central United Methodist Church Chapel, 1615 Copper Ave., N.E. on Saturday, January 10, 2004 at 10:00 a.m.
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PRICE -- Thelma Irene Price, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, died Saturday, January 3, 2004. She is survived by her son, Preston Price of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Sean Price and Kelly Price; and a special friend, Nola Sanchez-Gilmore. Memorial services will by held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2004 at French Mortuary - Lomas Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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REIDY -- Julia Penfield Reidy, 94, died on January 2, 2004 in the presence of her daughters from complications of stroke. She was a longtime resident of Albuquerque. Our beloved Julia was born in the Territory of New Mexico, in Lincoln on June 26, 1909. She was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore F. Reidy in 1988, and her parents John M. Penfield and Ruth Penfield Martin and her siblings, Edward Penfield, Ruth Penfield, and Joanna Amastae. Julia is survived by daughter Dr. Ruth Reidy and daughter Margaret (Meg) Reidy and her husband John Tiwald and her grandchildren Jay Reidy and Joanna Tiwald all of Albuquerque. Her nephew Dr. Jon Amastae and his wife Sharon of El Paso survive Julia with their children Laura Amastae of Denver, CO and David Amastae of San Antonio, TX. Julia is also survived by her beloved dogs, Harvard, Solsti, Husker, Buckeye, Nushka, and Rufous. Julia began her education in a one-room school house in Lincoln, NM. She graduated in an early graduating class from El Paso High School in 1927. She immediately began college at the University of New Mexico, finishing her first year before the onset of the Depression. Julia finished her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of New Mexico in 1943, studying with painter Clinton Adams. She studied painting at the Harwood School of Art in Taos during the height of the Bohemian period, participating in the Taos Art Colony. She did additional graduate work for certification in education at UNM. Julia began her teaching career in Picacho, NM, teaching various grade levels and in different communities including the New Mexico School for the Blind in Alamogordo where she taught art. She retired as an Albuquerque Public School teacher in 1975 from Corrales Elementary School. In the summer of 1975 she started Penfield Company in Old Town Albuquerque (now Penfield Gallery of Indian Arts). Penfield Company was an extension of the original Penfield Store started by her parents in Lincoln. Her parents were pioneer merchants owning and operating the General Store, Museum, and Post Office in the center of Lincoln from 1898 until 1959 when they sold it the the State of New Mexico. It remains a historical site and State Museum. Penfield Gallery of Indian Arts is now a fine Native American business because of Julia's strong relationships with the Pueblo and Navajo artists in New Mexico and Arizona. She was an Old Town merchant for more than 29 years, active in the Old Town Merchants Association. Julia was a lifelong Democrat active in Democratic Party politics from a young age in Lincoln County. Julia was the consummate New Mexican, a native New Mexican who loved her state and her Lincoln County heritage. She was a member of the Lincoln County Historical Society, Pan American Round Table, and the New Mexico Educational Association. Julia was a teacher, an artist, and a businesswoman. She was a magnificent woman, one of the most ethical and honest persons ever to grace this earth. She was strong, very kind, fair, accepting, gentle, unassuming, respectful, and sincere. Julia was open-minded while continuing to grow throughout her lifetime. She was progressive in her views on politics and on social and environmental issues. Julia was respected and loved by many people throughout her life. She will remain close to our hearts forever. We love you Momma and Grandma. Funeral service for Julia will be conducted by the Episcopalian Minister, The Reverend Laren Winter at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 in the Lincoln Community Church. Burial will follow in Lincoln Community Cemetery next to her husband and other family members. We thank The Reverend Sandra S. Bess, the Associate Pastor at St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church. Thank you to Presbyterian Home Health Care and Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice for their assistance and support. Contributions in Julia's name can be given to Las Luminarias of the New Mexico Council of the Blind, 2119 Broadway Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102, the Candy Kitchen Wolf Rescue, Star Rt. 2, Box 28, Ramah, NM 87321.
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ROBERTSON -- Berdella Mellum Robertson, 97, a resident of Albuquerque since 1940, died Friday, January 2, 2004. She is survived by her son, John Robertson of Santa Fe; daughter, Selma Prather and husband, Bill of Albuquerque; and granddaughter, Barbie Robertson of Santa Fe. Mrs. Robertson was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Roy Robertson. She will be missed dearly by her family. Private entombment will take place and memorial services will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m. at Manzano Del Sol, 5201 Roma Ave. NE, with Rev. Chris Lieberman officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, Ste. 225, 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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RUTH -- Charles Palmer "Pal" Ruth passed away on January 2, 2004. Pal was born on June 2, 1931 to Frank Henry Ruth and Ruth Elizabeth Palmer in Alliance, Ohio. He was a former resident of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and attended Mt. Union College where he was a member of the Key Club and the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. He did post graduate studies at the University of Michigan. Pal was a member of the Elks and a major supporter of the American Red Cross. He will be remembered by friends and family as a compassionate and kind gentleman. He is survived by his wife Natasha; son Phillip and his wife Eve of Petaluma, CA; son Norman and his wife Sandra of Rio Rancho; and three grandchildren, Jasmine, Justin and Tasha. Services were held Monday, January 5, 2004 at St. Francis Episcopal Church in Rio Rancho. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho NM 87124 505-892-9920
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SCHUCH -- Robert Louis Schuch, 79, passed away peacefully in the presence of his beloved wife, Eloise, his five sons, and one of his granddaughters, just before sunrise on January 2, 2004. The tenth of eleven children, he was born in Chicago on September 23, 1924 to Frank and Caroline Schuch. He attended Chicago's St. Augustine Catholic School and graduated from Lindblom Technical High School in 1942. He was a resident of New Mexico for 52 years. He enlisted in the Navy in 1943, and served as a Motor Machinist Mate, 2nd Class, on a communications vessel in the Pacific in Okinawa, Saipan, and Iwo Jima. He received an honorable discharge for the Navy in 1945, and returned to his work as a machinist and technician in the University of Chicago's research labs, where he worked prior to the war. In 1946, he married Betty McAllister, with whom he had his sons. His work in the Chicago labs laid the foundation for his long and unique career in the field of nuclear research and development. There he helped construct Enrico Fermi's "Chicago Pile," which resulted in the world's first controlled nuclear reaction, and later worked as Willard Libby's chief technician in the development of Carbon - 14 dating. In 1950 he accepted a position with Los Alamos Scientific Laboratories. Through the 1950's, as a senior technician, he worked directly on the development of the whole-body radiation counter and witnessed eighteen atomic bomb tests in the Pacific. He then worked at Sandia National Laboratories for nearly twenty-three years. His work included the Hermes II electron beam accelerator and the Area 5 nuclear reactor. He retired in 1990 as staff member and coordinator at the Yucca Mountain Test Site in Nevada, thus bringing his life's work full circle: he had begun by assisting at the birth of the nuclear age; he finished by working to find a safe solution to the problem of nuclear waste. In addition to his extraordinary career, he was active in a variety of activities throughout his life: softball in Chicago, the Boy Scouts and Little Theater in Los Alamos, and the Albuquerque Horseshoe Club. After his retirement he volunteered at the National Atomic Museum, participated in the Senior Citizens Olympics, judged in Native American children's science fairs, and provided resources and support for the science program at Jemez Pueblo's elementary school. In the face of the adversity of his final few years, he continually manifested a gracious and positive spirit toward everyone. He will be sorely missed by his wife, Eloise; ***his sons, Charles, Douglas, Brian, Thomas, Steven; stepsons, Sid and Tony; stepdaughter, Stacie; 12 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Lillian, and brother, Anthony, both of Chicago, IL. Friends may visit, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial services will be held Saturday, 5:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Share Your Care Adult Day Services, 3825 4th St. NW, 87107. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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SILVA -- Edward Sifu Edward Louis Silva January 6, 1994 Starlight, starbright ten years ago you left us this night. The years you were here you left in our heart, it's like we've never been apart. We'll be together one day soon, When this earth passes and there will be no need for sun or moon. Glory be to God in His holy coming and return. We love you and miss you greatly, Mom, Chello and kids.
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SIMPSON -- Frances C. Simpson, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, January 5, 2004. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, John Morris Simpson of Albuquerque; daughter, Linda Livingston and husband, Kent of Albuquerque; son, John Scott Simpson of Albuquerque; daughter, Anita Joyce Shepherd and husband, Kerwyn of Lancaster, TX; son, David Allen Simpson of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Madeline Grace Shepherd of Lancaster, TX; and sister, Betty Doherty. She was preceded in death by her son, William Morris Simpson. Frances had two fulltime careers; one was a homemaker and the other was working with her husband in his dental practice. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved her family and loved her Lord, Jesus Christ. She had an undying faith and loved to study and spread the good word of the Lord. Services will be held Friday, January 9, 2004, 10:00 a.m., at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE, with Pastor Robert Myers officiating. Interment will take place in Pine Bluff, AR. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Thursday, January 8, 2004, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gideon's International, Albuquerque Central Camp, P.O. Box 80035, 87108. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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ST CYR -- Virginia W. St. Cyr, born December 27, 1922 in McPherson, Kansas passed into the hands of her Lord Jesus Christ on January 5, 2004 after losing a three-year battle with leukemia. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Voorhies; brother, Howard Wilson; children, Alan, Walter, Christine, and Brian; daughters-in-law, Victoria and Elizabeth; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and niece, Sheila Park. She served in the U.S. army as a nurse during WWII at the rank of 2nd Lieutenant followed by a long medical career at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque and as a RN for Dr. Jack Redman until her retirement. Services will be held at Fitzgerald & Sons on Carlisle and Comanche: a viewing on Thursday, January 8th from 3-7 pm and Memorial at 9 am Friday. Interment at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 pm. Flowers may be sent to Fitzgerald & Sons. She will be missed dearly.
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STANTON -- David Dewayne Stanton, age 47, beloved father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend passed suddenly on January 3, 2004 in Albuquerque. Born on April 7, 1956 in South Bend, Indiana, David was a resident of Albuquerque where he worked as an insurance salesman. Loved and well liked by all who had the privilege of knowing him, David's loving and energetic personality and quirky sense of humor will be forever missed but never forgotten. David was preceded in death by his father, Devon Rex Stanton. He is survived by his precious daughter, Coral Stanton Terrones; his mother, Gert Irby; sisters, Vonna Stevens, Torrie Stanton Donoghue, Wendy Irby; four nieces; three nephews; one great-niece; two great-nephews; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. David had a passion for reading, especially God's word, and a deep love for God and of people, music and sports. He has left a legacy of wonderful and happy memories. A Memorial Service in celebration of David's life will take place on Wednesday, January 7, 2004, at 6:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal SE. Cremation will take place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David's honor to the New Mexico Heart Association.
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TAFOYA -- Ross U. Tafoya, A Memorial Mass for Mr. Tafoya will be celebrated on Thursday, January 8, 2004, at 12:00 p.m. at the San Martin Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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THORSEN -- Lydia Thorsen, 95, died Tuesday, January 06, 2004 in Rio Rancho, NM. She was a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 33 years. She was born December 26, 1908 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Heinrich Sommer and Nathalia Rebsch Sommer. Mrs. Thorsen was preceded in death by her husband, Thorvald . She is survived by her daughters; Marie Knowles and Lillian Graham, sisters; Elsie, Olga and Alma; grandchildren, Roger Leithead and wife Faith, Kevin Leith, Wayne Knowles & wife Cindy, Susan Tzankow & her husband Alex, Charles Viggers & wife Giselle, Mike & Twila Knowles, Erick Knowles, Janet Knowles; great grandchildren, Jacob & Lucas. Visitation with viewing will be at Vista Verde Mortuary Chapel, Thursday, January 8, 2004 from 3 PM to 5 PM. Visitation with closed casket will continue until 7 PM immediately followed by the Funeral Service with Rev. Donald Neidigk officiating. A private graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park, Albuquerque, NM. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Presbyterian Hospice, 8100 Constitution Place NE, Albuquerque NM 87110. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 892-9920
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TORIVIO -- Emery Joseph Torivio, 27, was born in Grants, NM, on January 17, 1976, and was raised in Albuquerque. Emery passed away on January 1, 2004. He is survived by his three beautiful daughters, Jackie (8), Janiessa (5), and Karissa (2); his loving parents, Emery Torivio Sr. and Ella Hardy; his wonderful brother, Joseph Torivio; and great sister, Tawnya Torivio; he had five nieces, Shalaine T., Chaya T., Jazaline P., Joselyn T., and Charmaine P. Emery will be missed dearly. Services will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Drive SW, on Wednesday, January 7, 2004. A viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by the Rosary and Funeral Mass. Burial will follow services at Fairview Cemetery, 700 Yale Blvd SE. Pallbearers will be Anthony Quintana, Tyron Hardy, Robert Florez, Robert Madrid, Dominic Acevedo, and Clinton Joe. Honorary pallbearers will be Emery Torivio Sr., Joseph Torivio, Wilson Hardy, and Frank Torivio. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW ABQ, NM 87107, 343-8008.
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WOOD -- Truman Elmer (Woody) Wood. A final visitation will be Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Daniel Balizan. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery with Military Honors by the D.A.V. Chapter #3. Pallbearers will be, Joe L. Ortiz, Paul Padilla, Michael Saavedra, Calito Gonzales, Leroy Saavedra and Avedon Ortiz. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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