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ALLEN -- Billy Wayne Allen, 70, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2004. Survivors include wife Betty Jo Allen, of Tijeras, NM; two daughters, Debbie A. Bolling and husband Doug, of Albuquerque, NM, and Tami Landreth and husband John, of San Luis Obispo, CA four sons, Michael F. Smith and wife Thayna of Torrance, NM, Richard L. Smith and wife Laurie, of Manchester, TN, James Allen, of Cayucos, CA and Brett L. Allen and wife Angie, of Cayucos, CA; one sister, Kookie Brown, of Atascadero, CA; Sixteen grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and one to arrive in May. Billy was a member of the New Mexico Mountain Men Association, and the N.R.A. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2004, 1:00 pm in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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ARMIJO -- Antonia Armijo, 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. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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BACA -- Angelina C. Baca, age 85, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family, Sunday, January 4, 2004. A life long resident of Belen, she enjoyed ceramics and her great grandchildren. Angelina was involved with the Belen Senior Center and retired from the Albuquerque Health Department. She is survived by her children, Annabelle Gabaldon and husband Leo, Phillip Cordova and wife Dolores; five grandchildren, Jess Gabaldon of Los Gatos, CA., Jim Gabaldon of San Diego, CA., Joey Gabaldon of Los Angeles, CA., John Gabaldon of Los Angeles, CA, JoAnn Sauter and husband Steve of Albuquerque; three great grandchildren, BriAnna, Kylie, and Chase Sauter; two sisters, Lucilla Castillo and husband Arthur, Julia Silva and husband Tom; sisters-in-law Suzie Gabaldon, Luz Cordova, and Mary Torres; numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Memorial services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Saturday, January 10, 2004. A rosary will be recited at 8:00am, followed by a celebration of the mass at 9:00. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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BARGER -- Kathleen R. Barger, 21, a resident of Belen, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2004. She is survived by her loving family, her mother, Karen Chavez; her father, John C. Barger; her maternal grandparents, Adam Chavez and Frances Chavez; her paternal grandparents, Eddie Barger Sr. and Crusita Barger; and her brothers, John Adam Barger and Jacob A. Barger all of Belen. A visitation for Kathleen will be held on Thursday January 8, 2004 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Riverside Funeral Home. A Rosary will be recited at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Friday morning, January 9, 2003 at 8:00 a.m. by Deacon Norbert Sanchez. Funeral Mass will be celebrated following the Rosary at 9:00 a.m. with Father Mark Honhart officiating. Burial will follow at the parish cemetery. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen, 864-4448.
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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.
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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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BELKA -- Ellen Gill Belka, 90, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Friday, January 2, 2004. She is survived by her daughters, Sheila B. Robinson and husband, Dr. C.Curtis Robinson of Denver and Lynne B. Bicknell and husband, Wally McCall of Albuquerque; grandchildren, C. Curtis Robinson III, Robyn Robinson and fianc Daryl L. Joseffer, Patrick F. Bicknell and Timothy C. Bicknell. Grandma Ellen was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Belka. Ellen was born April 23, 1913 in Tobias, NE. She was a supportive wife to her husband, who for many years was Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Staff at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Albuquerque. Mrs. Belka was a loving mother and a very devoted grandmother. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at St. John's Cathedral, 318 Silver SW. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association of New Mexico, 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Ste. 102, 87110. The family wishes to express a special thank you to the caregivers at the Cottages of Albuquerque. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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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
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BUSS -- Roberta Buss, nee Hollister, 91, died on January 5, 2004 surrounded by her family. She was a resident of Albuquerque since 1949. Roberta was born in Rockford, IL on September 11, 1912. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Julius (Rick) Buss; daughter, Sandra Thomassen and her husband, Tim; granddaughter, Tamara Wesol and her husband, Daniel and Patricia and Ashley Tucker all of Albuquerque. Roberta attended the University of Chicago in public health and later received a nursing degree from the University of New Mexico. She worked at hospitals and public health agencies in Detroit, Chicago, New York, St. Louis and Gallup. She moved to Albuquerque in 1949 and later took a position as a public health service nurse. She was one of 18 original school nurses to be hired by the Albuquerque Public Schools in the early 1950s and worked throughout APS, including the mountain areas of Chilili, Tijeras and San Antonito. She retired after 25 years of service. Robert was a longtime member of the Albuquerque Bible Students and travelled extensively with her husband to attend bible student meetings and conventions throughout the United States and abroad. She was a dedicated Christian who fought the good fight of faith unto the end. She also was an avid environmentalist who supported the Sierra Club and similar causes. She was a person of strong character and integrity and one of the last of the true ladies. Roberta was respected and loved by many people throughout her life. She will remain close to our hearts forever and will be dearly missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2004, 2:00 p.m. at Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming NE. Elder Tom Moore from Laramie, Wyoming will officiate. Contributions in Roberta's name can be sent to the Bible Students Retirement Center, 1801 NE 201 Avenue, Fairview, Oregon 97024.
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CHURCH -- Mable A. Church, 96, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, died Wednesday, December 24, 2003. She is survived by her son, Gordon M. Church of Albuquerque; brother, Charles Burson and wife, Louise of Summerton, SC; nieces, Judi Cadwallader and husband, Charles of Northglenn, CO, Margaret Powers Morales and husband, Jacinto of McCalla, AL, and Phyllis Roberts and partner, Jo Bumstead of Lakewood, CO; nephew, Robert H. Burson and wife, Barbara of New Lennox, IL; and other family members. Mrs. Church was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene M. Church. Mable enjoyed life as a homemaker, working occasionally in the public or retail sectors; she was a master at sewing, crochette and cooking, but she took her greatest pride in giving over forty years of service to the educational mission and organizational needs of parliamentary procedure in Albuquerque and in the region of the National Association of Parliamentarians in which she was a Professional Registered Parliamentarian. She had a career of giving courses and workshops, providing consultation to non-profit organizations and serving in all offices of the Albuquerque Parliamentarian Unit, the state association and regional organization utilizing Robert's Rules of Order to provide for the reasonable, logical and fair transaction of business at the organizational level. She was also a member of First United Methodist Church and a variety of civic organizations throughout her life. Memorial services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SW, with Dr. Terry Anderson and Chaplain Fabian Gagnon officiating. Private interment has taken place. In lieu of flowers, please consider sending contributions to the Albuquerque Parliamentarian Unit Educational Fund, 7708 Spring NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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CIESCO -- Mark Ciesco, born in Torrington, CT on January 7, 1959, passed into the hands of our Lord on December 21, 2003 at his home in Albuquerque. Mark is survived by his parents, Frank and Patricia Ciesco of Albuquerque; four sisters, Wendy Monroe of Lovettsville, VA; Lynn Hall of Kissimmee, FL; Diane Doyle of Albuquerque and Beth Ciesco of Ashville, NC; brother-in-laws, David Monroe, Louie Hall, Bob Doyle and Padraic Keohane; nephews and niece, Logan, Julia and Shea Doyle. Memorial Mass was held on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 85 Highway 344, Edgewood, NM. In lieu of flowers, please send your donations in Mark Ciesco's name to: The Good Shepherd Center, P.O. Box 749, Albuquerque, NM 87103, 505-243-2527. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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DARNELL -- Dorothy I. Heath Darnell, 86, a resident of the Jemez Mountains and Bernalillo since 1931, died Tuesday, January 6, 2004. She is survived by her three sons, Carlton H. Darnell and wife Ruth of Albuquerque, Calvin L. Darnell and wife Frances of Glendale, AZ, and L. Cone Darnell and wife Michelle of Mesa, AZ; three daughters, Verda D. Rinaldi and husband Richard of Salt Lake City, UT, Linda K. Luders and husband Chuck of Rio Rancho, and Connie D. Darnell and husband Bob Luders of Jemez Springs; daughter-in-law, Patricia G. Darnell of Bernalillo; 34 grandchildren; and 65 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Henry J. Darnell, son Charles M. Darnell, eight brothers, and eight sisters. Mrs. Darnell was a member of the Bernalillo Women's Club and a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She was famous for her yeast rolls. Services will be held Saturday, January 10, 2004, at 1:00 p.m., at the Bernalillo Ward Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 325 Avenida de Bernalillo, with Bishop Brent Fewox presiding. Her granddaughters will serve as her pallbearers. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit the Relief Society Room of the Bernalillo Ward Chapel, Saturday, January 10, 2004, from 12:00 noon until time of service. Friends may also visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Friday, January 9, 2004, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The family extends its heartfelt thanks for the loving attention and tender care offered to our Mom and Grandma by the superb ICU South Staff of Presbyterian Hospital. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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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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FLANAGAN -- Thelma G. Flanagan, 97, a resident of Albuquerque for 58 years, died on Monday, January 5, 2004. Survivors include two daughters, Margaret Lamkin, of Albuquerque, NM, and Nina Helms, of Cuba, NM; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 9, 2004 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2004, 1:00 pm at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul NE. Arrangements are under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd 884-1188
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KENNEY -- Judson Warren Kenney, 74, passed away on January 5, 2004. Judson is survived by his mother, Kathryn Kenney, of Albuquerque, NM; two cousins, Edwin Rohrbach and wife Bonnie of Virginia, and Mary Tobias of New York; and many good friends. Services will take place on Friday, January 9, 2004, at 2:30 p.m., graveside at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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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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LEON -- Mathew Michael Leon, 17, a lifetime resident of Rio Rancho, died on January 6, 2003. He is survived by his mother, Linda Stiker of Rio Rancho; step-father, William Stiker of Rio Rancho; maternal grandparents, John and Mary Leon of Albuquerque; paternal grandmother, Jane Stiker of Naperville, Illinois; aunts and uncles, John Leon and wife, Karen of Albuquerque, Sal Unale and wife, Anna of Placitas, NM, Lisa Leon and Michael Fulton of Rio Rancho, Kim Whitman of Albuquerque, Jim Almand and wife, Sara of Santa Fe, NM, Andy Silva and wife Cheryl, Sandra Almand of Albuquerque, John Stiker of San Diego and Elizabeth Stiker and husband, Joe O'Hara of Chicago, Illinois; cousins, Ryan and Kyle Leon, Salvador Unale, Andrea Fejarang and husband, Ryan, Danielle Silva and Amorena Almand. Mathew was preceded in death by his grandmother, Carlotta Leon in 1987; and by his grandfather, Jeff Stiker. Mathew frequented the gym and loved bodybuilding. He was a typical 17 year old that loved music and cars. Service will be held on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel with Reverend Clyde Stanfield, officiating. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Cemetery, 4310 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary - Westside Chapel on Friday from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks North of Paseo del Norte) (505) 897-0300
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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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MARINO -- Jose S. Marino, 76, went home to be with the Lord on January 7, 2004. He was born on October 3, 1927 in Los Padillas, New Mexico. Mr. Marino was a WWII Veteran and a lifetime member of the DAV Chapter III, he was a Chairmen on the Board of Directors at the DAV for many years. He is preceded in death by his son, Joseph Marino. He is survived by his wife, Celia Marino; daughter, Rebecca Marino; son, Paul Marino and fiance, Debbie Garcia; brother, Claudio Marino and wife Chriselda; sisters, Stella Baca and husband Joe, Lisa Valdez and Jennie Lopez; one grandson, Jason Marino and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Marino will be deeply missed by his loving family. Visitations will be held on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a rosary to be recited following at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Refreshments will be served following the rosary in the Celebration of Life Room also at Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday time and place to be announced. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be Jason Marino, Danny Serna, Abran Trotter, Paul Hernandez, Joe Cano, Anthony Colson, Glen Trotter and Ernie Serna. Honorary pallbearers will be Rick Cano, Vincent Roop and Ambrose Sanchez. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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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 K. King 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 Hines. 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 First United 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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PEARLMAN -- David H. Pearlman, a former Albuquerque attorney, passed away unexpectedly on December 30, 2003 in Colorado Springs, CO. He had recently celebrated his 60th birthday in June, 2003. He leaves his wife, Carol Pearlman; three sons, David Pearlman, Gavin Pearlman and Adam Pearlman; and three grandchildren, Tianna Pearlman, Elijah Pearlman and Aiden Pearlman. He was born in White Bear Lake, Minnesota and came to Albuquerque in 1965 to attend UNM Law School, from which he graduated in 1969. He practiced personal injury law for many years in Albuquerque until 1995, when he moved to Colorado Springs and continued practicing in his board certified specialty. A memorial service was held in Colorado Springs on January 3, 2004 which was attended by his family and many friends.
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RIEMAN -- Helen Fitzpatrick Rieman, 73, born in Chicago, Illinois, died late Tuesday night at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque following a heart attack. Helen, a three year resident of Albuquerque is survived by her beloved husband, Dr. Robert D. Rieman; his three sons, Charles M. Rieman and Christopher H. Rieman both residence of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, as well as Thomas F. Rieman and his wife, Kathryn S. Cottrell who reside in Parker, Texas. Helen was a dedicated wife, mother and good friend who worked as a volunteer to improve the quality of life for those less fortunate. She was a graduate of Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Mass. She completed her Masters Degree in Special Education at Nova University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida where she lived most of her adult life. In 1988 she and her husband moved to Durango, Colorado for 12 years before moving to Albuquerque. The Rieman's are members of the La Mesa Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque where a Memorial Service will be held this Saturday, January 10, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. with reception immediately following. La Mesa is located at 7401 Copper N.E. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred for the La Mesa Presbyterian Church/Samaritan Fund. Another Memorial Service will be held at a later date in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Details to be determined.
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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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ROZZI -- Leon Rozzi, 72, passed away on Monday after a year-long battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Peter and Anita; his son, Chris; his brother and sister, Edward and Elise; and his first wife, Marie. Leon is survived by his children, Sheila Sanchez and husband, Joe, Deborah, Gina, Tina Gonzales and husband, Bruce, Deana and his son, Angelo and wife, Arlene; his step-children, Lisa Garcia, Frankie and Judy Ann Jaramillo; his brother, John; his sister, Eve; his former wife, Gloria; his 19 grandchildren; and eight great- grandchildren. Mr. Rozzi was a Korean War veteran and retired from PNM in 1982 after 30 years of service. Mr. Rozzi had a big heart and was the best father anyone could hope for. We will remember him as a kind, loving, generous, and funny man who was always there for his family and always offered to help those he could. Leon kept his sense of humor and his great concern for his family's well being up until the very end when he took the great journey home. We love you Daddy. A rosary mass will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at San Felipe De Neri Church and the Funeral Mass will also be held at San Felipe on Friday 9:00 a.m.
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SHARROW -- Carl A. Sharrow, 92, a resident of Rio Rancho for 35 years, died January 6, 2004. He was born January 18, 1911 in Golden, Illinois to William Lee Sharrow and Viola Bushen. Mr. Sharrow attended the General City Business College in Quincy, IL and the CCC Camp Havana, IL. He was a member of the American Legion, VFW and National Retired Federal Employees. He worked with the US Department of Agriculture for 27 years. He served in the Army in the Philipine Islands. He enjoyed stamp collecting and liked automobiles He is survived by his wife, Esther to whom he was married to for 61 years. He is also survived by his sister Ruby and her husband Roger Mulch of Sutter, IL. He is preceded in death by his sisters Vera and Rosalie. Contributions may be made in Carl Sharrow's name to Vista Care Hospice. A visitation will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday at Vista Verde Mortuary Chapel. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday at Vista Verde Mortuary Chapel. A private interment of his cremated remains will take place at a later date. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary 892-9920
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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 of Pinebluff, AR. 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, Albuquerque, NM, 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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STEWART -- James Craig Stewart, 43, a former resident of Albuquerque, Passed away suddenly, Friday, December 19, 2003 of a Pulmonary Thromboembolism, on his way to work in Austin, Tx. He is survived by his mother and step-father, Pat and Ed Coca of Albuquerque; his brothers, Donald E. Stewart and wife, MaryEllen of San Francisco, Ca, and Mark Coca and wife, Lisa of Albuquerque: his sister, Vicci Ann Simmons, Albuquerque: nieces, Stacy Bobbin and husband, Ryan; and great-niece, Claire, Albuquerque, Jennifer Coca, Phoenix, AZ. Stephanie Coca, Buffalo, WY, Priscilla Pina; and great-nephews, Thomas and Christopher , Portales, NM. Craig graduated from Monzano High School and served in the U.S. Navy. He had worked for the Austin American Statesmen for over 19 years at the time of his death. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 10, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Heritage Christian Fellowship Church, Juan Tabo NE and Menaul, with Pastor Tim Maxwell officiating. Interment will be in Santa Fe National Cemetery Monday at 1:00 p.m.
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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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WINBLAD -- Alfred E. Winblad, 79, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2004. Born in Chicago, Illinois on October 17, 1924 he attended the University of Chicago before serving in the Army during World War II. He completed his undergraduate studies in electrical engineering at the University of Arizona in Tuscon, where he also received an advanced degree in physics. He married Gladys Louise Reynolds in 1949. In 1952, they moved to Albuquerque where he worked at Sandia National Laboratories until 1990. He was a member of the VFW and contributed to many charities. He is survived by his wife, Gladys; sister, Betty Jones of Albuquerque; daughter, Donna Gordon of Orofino, Idaho; son, Doug of Rhinebeck, New York; and two grandchildren, Chrisanna Gordon of Boulder, CO and Shawna Gordon of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, January 10, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. at All Saints Lutheran Church, 4800 All Saints Road in Paradise Hills. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Lung Association.
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YARBER -- David and Susan Yarber, longtime residents of Paradise Hills, died in an auto accident on Sunday, January 4, 2004. David and Susan, high school sweethearts, were married in South Gate CA on February 21, 1959. David worked for Public Service Co. of NM from 1959-1974, then for Albuquerque Police Dept. until he retired in 2000. David was a Grand Master of Masonic Lodge #6, a member of the Optimist Club, Data Processing Mgt. Assoc. and an advisor to Job Corps. Susan worked at Presbyterian Hospital from 1981-2003. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi, served on the Paradise Hills Fire Dept, and was a member of Paradise Hills United Methodist Church where she was in the choir and served on the worship committee. David and Susan are survived by three sons and their families, Scott and Gina of Tijeras, Daniel of Albuquerque, Keith and Heather of Las Vegas; four grandchildren; two step - grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. In addition to their children, David is survived by four brothers, Nick Yarber Jr., Johnny, Steve, and Richard. He was preceded in death by his parents. Susan is survived by her mother, Lillian Dye of Albuquerque; and a sister, Becky of Nebraska. Susan was preceded in death by her father. Funeral services will be at Paradise Hills United Methodist Church, 4700 Paradise Hills Blvd at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2004. There will be a Masonic Burial Ceremony for David at Lodge #6, 3801 Osuna on Sunday, January 11, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Paradise Hills UMC.
        Published on: Thu January 08, 2004