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AGUILAR -- Tomas (Tommy) Aguilar, age 60, beloved brother was called home by our heavenly Father, Saturday, January 10, 2004. Tommy was born in Santa Fe, NM to the late Santiago and Josefita Aguilar; and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Tommy is survived by his loving brothers and sisters, Aneda Aguilar, Maria (Chana) Dominguez and husband, Dan of Las Cruces, NM, Desiderio (Jim) Aguilar and wife, Juliette of Albuquerque, Johnny Aguilar and wife, Frances of California, David Aguilar and wife, Vicky of Albuquerque, Consuelo (Connie) Montoya and husband, Seferino of Bernalillo, Jenny and Fidel, Joe Archuleta and wife, Cheryl, and Pat Archuleta; his Godparents, Eloy Calles and wife, Socorro; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and friends. Tommy will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who knew and loved him. 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 Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Bernalillo. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday at 11:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Jim Aguilar, Johnny Aguilar, David Aguilar, Joe Archuleta, Pat Archuleta, and Joe Sanchez. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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ALBRIGHT -- Stephen Michael Albright, 30, a resident of Albuquerque for 13 years, died Friday, January 3, 2004. He is survived by his daughter, Jessica; son, Isaiah; mother, Joan Bouda and step-father, Michael Duhr; father, Jesse Albright; sister, Stephanie Owens and husband, Loy; grandmothers, Dora Maestas and Frances Albright; aunts, Susan, Gloria and Maxine; and many other family members and loving friends. He was a loving, witty, beautiful person, and he will be deeply missed. Cryptside services will be held Thursday, 3:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Col. Lemuel M. Boyles, U.S.A.F. (Ret.) officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in honor of Jessica and Isaiah's educational fund. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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ANDERSON -- Mr. Ross R. Anderson Jr., 71 , a resident of Albuquerque passed away on January 11, 2004. Mr. Anderson is the beloved husband of 52 years to Mrs. Libby Anderson. Mr. Anderson is also survived by his loving children, Kenny Anderson and wife, Doris, Yvonne Sanchez and husband, August, Carolyn Gonzalez and husband, Arturo, Jeff Anderson and wife, Cheryl, Andrew Anderson and wife, Renee and Jennifer Anderson. Mr. Anderson is also survived by 19 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three primos-hermanos that were very near and dear to him, Robert L. Cordova, Tito Cordova and Tony Cordova; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Anderson was preceded in death by his parents, Ross R. and Adelina Anderson Sr. Mr. Anderson was a member of the Catholic Church, owner and operator of Anderson Glass Company, established in 1958 and carried on by his three sons and grandson; a Veteran of the U. S. Army serving in the Korean Conflict. A visitation for Mr. Anderson will be Tuesday evening from 7:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:30 p.m. by Deacon Juan Barajas. A final viewing will be Wednesday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with Mass of Christian Burial to be Celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at San Felipe Catholic Church by Msgr. Leo Lucero. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Military Honors by the New Mexico Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be, Adam Anderson, Ross Anderson, Joaquin Anderson, Carlos Anderson, Vince Sanchez and Greg Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers will be, Charles Anderson, Kenneth Anderson and Makhpiya Black Elk. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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CALDERON -- Hilario F. Calderon, 73, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2004. Mr. Calderon worked several years for Wylie Bros. and Universal Construction Companies. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 52 years, Basilisa; sons, Samuel Calderon and wife Alicia, Oscar Calderon, Gabriel Calderon and fiance Sandralee, Juan Calderon and wife Rita; daughters, Amalia Chavez, Grace Estrada and husband Edward and Lupe Sanchez and husband Celso; sister, Trine and Aunt Tula Rodriguez; 10 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Hilario will be deeply missed by his loving family. Visitations will be held on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Therese Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the St. Therese Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Abran and Elias Chavez, Anthony Calderon, Randy Calderon, Martin Trujillo and Val Sais. Honorary pallbearers will be Celso Sanchez, Edward Estrada, David Chavez and Gabriel Calderon Jr. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
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CASTILLO -- Mr. Joe G. Castillo. Final viewing will be Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Bernalillo; where the Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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CHAVEZ -- Johnnie B. Chavez, 78, Born January 1, 1926, a lifetime resident of the Village of Los Ranchos died Saturday, January 10, 2004 after a two month struggle with complications from heart surgery. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Georgia Chavez; daughters, Loretta Smith and Yvonne Dominguez; sons, Robert and Ron Chavez; grandchildren, Kala, Tania, Christopher, Rhiannon, Dennise, Raquel, Ron, Ryan, Stephen, and Taylor; and great-grandchildren, Devin, Rosalinda, and Isabella; son-in-law, Dennis Smith and daughter-in-law, Theresa Chavez. Johnnie is also survived by brothers, Alfredo "Fecho" Chavez, Nick Chavez, Edward Chavez; and sister, Rafelita "Lita" Gallegos; and many nieces and nephews who loved him. He was preceded in death by brothers, Henry and Delfino Chavez. Johnnie was a member of an Historic New Mexico Hispanic family that has roots dating back to the late 1600s in Albuquerque's north valley. He served in the infantry during World War II, was wounded and awarded the Purple Heart. Johnnie worked most of his career as an Ironworker in local 495. Johnnie was an avid golfer and active member of Ladera and Yellow Freight golf associations, helping organize countless benefit tournaments aiding distressed families. Johnnie continually kept active in his retirement by his interest in computers, building and donating many to friends and family. He was loved by all and would always bring smiles to those he came in contact with. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. May he now join the Lord and his deceased friends, "Cheo" and Ernie, in a heavenly eternal 18! A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 9502 4th Street NW at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2004 at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Burns, Christopher Chavez, Ryan Dominguez, Robert Herrera, Randy Gallegos, and Daniel Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Jojola and Jason Chavez. Arrangements are under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. 884-1188
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DORRELL -- Mavis Dorrell, 45, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away January 10, 2004. She is survived by her husband of 2 1/ 2years, Steven K. Dorrell of Rio Rancho; stepson, Joseph S. Dorrell; father, Joseph Gibbs of Cuero, TX; sisters, Lula Gibbs, Zina Gibbs, Donna Lemons, Joelene Jones, and Faedra Johnson; and brothers, Phillip Gibbs, Felix Gibbs and Robert Gibbs Sr. Visitation for Mavis will be Wednesday, January 14, 2004, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 15, 2004, 10:30 a.m., at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 1509 Edith Blvd. SE, with Rev. Joe Lewis officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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DOUGHARTY -- Bernard W. Dougharty February 2, 1925-January 11, 2004 The Reverend Bernard Wilmot Dougharty was born in Haskell, Texas on February 2, 1925 and died in Las Cruces, New Mexico on January 11, 2004. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Margaret of the family home in Alamogordo, New Mexico; his four children, Philip Dougharty of Buffalo, New York, Bonnie Dougharty of Enid, Oklahoma, Dan Dougharty of Espanola, New Mexico, and Houston Dougharty of Tacoma, Washington; and members of their families, Kristina Dougharty, Adrian Goodwin, Chris Dougharty, Kayla McDuffie, Kimberly Dougharty, Allie Dougharty, and Fen Dougharty; and one nephew, Steve Dougharty of Albuquerque. He also leaves behind many other dear and faithful friends and family members. A graduate of Stamford (Texas) High School, Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas, and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas, Reverend Dougharty was a Southern Baptist minister for 53 years, serving New Mexico churches in Rosedale, Springer, Anthony, and Santa Fe. He also was Director of Missions in the Northeastern and Mountain Valley Baptist Associations. He and his wife were honored to participate in Partnership Missions in Panama and Great Britain, as well as serving as interim missionaries in France and Germany. A combat veteran of World War II, he received two Purple Hearts, an Oak Leaf Cluster, and a Bronze Star for his service in the infantry. He served as a chaplain in the New Mexico National Guard for 22 years, retiring a Colonel and the State Staff Chaplain. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 15, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Alamogordo with the Reverend Charles Hanks of Alamogordo, the Reverend Bill Ware of Las Vegas, New Mexico, and the Reverend Francis Wilson of Albuquerque officiating. Interment will follow in Monte Vista Cemetery in Alamogordo. Pallbearers will be Philip Dougharty, Dan Dougharty, Houston Dougharty, Steve Dougharty, David Wyman, and Eric Rogers. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Adult V Men's Sunday School Class and the Deacons of the First Baptist Church of Alamogordo. Should friends desire, Reverend Dougharty requested that memorial gifts be sent to the New Mexico Baptist Children's Home, P.O. Box 629, Portales, New Mexico 88130; or to the Boys and Girls Ranch, P.O. Box 5000, Boys Ranch, New Mexico 87002; or to The Gideons. Friends may call Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton-O'Dell Funeral Home, Alamogordo.
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FINDLEY -- Lois Dean Findley, 92, went to be with her Lord Friday, January 9, 2004. Born in Hardeman County, Texas, raised in House, New Mexico, she attended Montezuma Baptist College. A resident of Albuquerque since 1937, she was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, Elza E. Findley. She is survived by daughter, Rita Stone, of Del Rio, Texas; sons, Thestal Don and wife Martha of Houston, Texas; Clint and wife Margaret of Highland Haven, Texas; Jim and wife Kathy of Tijeras, New Mexico; Gary and wife Betty of Pasadena, Texas; and Harold and wife Lori of Grandview, Washington; 19 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. She was a member of Highland Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2004, at 3:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Dr. Gary Hamburger will officiate. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Lois to Hope Foundation-Hope Christian School, 6800 Palomas Ave. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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GARDNER -- Felix M. Gardner. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Special thanks is given to Deacons, Ruben Barela, Manuel Montoya and Patricio Santistevan; to Joe Austin, Joe Pozzi, Leo Pilat and all of Felix's Brother Knights for their generous support and love shown to our family; to Alameda Mortuary, Brother Knight Norbert Baldonado Funeral Director for being there for our family; to those who sent, floral tributes, cards, food and especially prayers. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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GIBSON -- Joyce B. Gibson. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 1818 Coal SE, Fr. J.T. Lane, officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to charity of choice.
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GONZALES -- Josie Diosinita Gonzales, 93, a life long resident of New Mexico went to meet her creator on Sunday January 11, 2004. Josie was born the eldest of nine on March 24, 1910 to Casimiro and Genoveva Martinez in San Marcial, New Mexico. Josie was surrounded by family and friends at the time of separation of body and spirit. To know Josie, is to know honesty and love. Her enthusiasm for life included her family, and joy for music, dancing, and cooking her delicious foods. A part of history will go with Josie, but she left us with a lot of stories; some happy, others sad, but nevertheless memories, and her legend will live on. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nazario Gonzales in 1980; a grandson, Anthony Gonzales in 1995; a sister, Della; and six brothers, Filiberto, Marcos, Jermias, Mercedes, Gabriel, and Francisco. Josie is survived by her daughter, Susan Pino and her husband, Mariano of Belen; sons, Casimiro Gonzales and his wife, Connie of Sylmar, California, and Joe Gonzales and his wife, Georgia of Belen; ten grandchildren; 17 great- grandchildren; a sister, Siprianita Ortega; and two sisters-in- laws, Mrs. Procopio Gonzales (Jovita), and Mrs. Susano Baldonado (Aurora); and one granduncle, Matias Martinez and his wife, Frances. A visitation for Josie will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at Riverside Funeral Home Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, January 15, 2003 at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with Father Mark Honhart officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Gonzales, Matthew Gonzales, Marcus Gonzales, Johnny Gonzales, Roman Martinez, and Victor Gonzales. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, 418 W. Reinken Belen, 864-4448.
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GRUBBS -- Julia Anne (Judy) Rodgers Grubbs, passed away after a long illness on Wednesday, January 7, 2004. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Frank; sons, Geoffrey Hilton and wife, Christina of Washington, DC and children, Alison and Mark; Frank Thomas and wife, Ruby of Ham Lake, MN and children, Tamara, Emily, and Felicia; Kevin Eugene and wife, Matilda of Anchorage, AK and children, Samantha and Frank. Judy, as she was known to her friends, was born in Albuquerque on June 19, 1926. She attended St. Vincent's Academy and graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1944. Judy attended the University of New Mexico and received a B.A. degree in history in 1951. While at the university she was active in Alpha Gamma chapter of Alpha Chi Omega and after graduating remained active in the alumni groups for the remainder of her life. She was also a member of the Charles Dibrell Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. While employed at Sandia Corporation, she married Frank H. Grubbs in 1950, and in 1961 she returned to UNM to earn a teaching certificate. In 1963 the family moved to Evanston, IL, where Judy worked as History Editor in the Textbook Division of Rand McNally in Skokie, IL, until 1966, supporting her family while her husband was in seminary. In 1966 the family moved to Midland, TX and then to El Paso, TX in 1968 where she was active at St. Alban's Episcopal Church in the Daughters of the King and in the choir as well as in several civic organizations. Following retirement in 1984 she and her husband traveled extensively in the United States and in France, moving back to Albuquerque in 1993. The Burial Office and a Funeral Mass celebrated by The Rt. Rev. Terence Kelshaw, Bishop of the Diocese of the Rio Grande will be said at St. John's Episcopal Cathedral, at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2004. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park following a reception at the Cathedral. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John's Cathedral, 318 Silver SW or St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 1500 Chelwood Park NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd, NE 843-6333
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HOLMES -- Jerry L. Holmes, age 65, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother was called home by our heavenly Father, Friday, January 9, 2004. Jerry was born in Alabama and was a resident of Sandia Pueblo, NM. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Army. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Jennie M. Holmes of Sandia Pueblo; one son, Paul Holmes and wife Irene of Sandia Pueblo; his precious grandchildren, Paul and Jennie Holmes; his special Goddaughter, Donna Fragua; his Mother, Virginia Smith of Alabama; his brothers, Lavon Holmes and wife Sue, Larry Holmes and wife Donna, James Holmes, Rodger Holmes and his wife, all of Alabama; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jerry will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who knew and loved him. Visitations will be held Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary; where a rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Casket bearers will be Sophie R. Armijo, Christopher Chavez, Jacob Tsethlikai, Joseph G. Chavez, Gilbert Chavez and JoAnn Tsethlikai. Honorary bearers will be Bill Ward and Larry Holmes. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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KARASKIEWICZ -- Mary M. Karaskiewicz went home to the Lord on Saturday, January 10, 2004, after a brief illness. She died comfortably at home. A resident of Albuquerque since 1986, Mary spent most of her life in Buffalo, NY where she retired after a long life of service to her family. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Sigmund; sons, Ronald and his wife, Dana, and Paul; three granddaughters, Jennifer Orth and husband, James, of Kansas City, Lara Karaskiewicz of San Francisco and Susan Karaskiewicz of Albuquerque. Mary has one great grandson, James Joseph Orth. She is also survived by her loving niece, Kathy Ronk, of Lockport, NY; two nephews Richard Mazikowski of Tonowada, NY, and Michael Mazikowski of Buffalo, NY. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2004, at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in her name be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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MANGANO -- Vincenza Mangano, a resident of the Albuquerque area for the past 23 years, died Friday, January 9, 2004. Vincenza moved here from Long Island, New York. The loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Gaetano Mangano in 1999. Visitation will be held today, Tuesday, January 13, 2004 starting at 2:00 PM with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 PM in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at 11:00 AM at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho followed by interment in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Newell Ramsey, Greg Sanchez, Harry Antenucci, Jason Vlasovetz, Gaetano Mangano, and Josephine Andenucci. Honorary Pallbearers are David Vlasovetz, Leonard Mangano, and Anthony Mengano. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 525 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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ODOM -- Jay Odom, 77, a resident of Albuquerque for two years and a previous resident of Oklahoma City, OK, died Monday, January 12, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Elaine Odom of Albuquerque; sons, Colin Odom and wife, Jeanine of Phoenix, AZ and Jay Odom of Albuquerque; daughter, Caryn Martin of Oklahoma City, OK; sons, Dennis Odom and wife, Chloe Shi of Albuquerque and Kelly O'Brien of Oklahoma City, OK; six grandchildren; one great-grandson; and sister, Patsy Burns of Houston, TX. Services will be held Wednesday, January 14, 2004, at 11:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Michelle Tatlock officiating. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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RAWDON -- Lonnie E. (Pete) Rawdon, 77, resident of Portal, AZ and Rodeo, NM left us to be with the Lord on January 10, 2004 at the Tucson Heart Hospital in Tucson. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning, January 14, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at the Rodeo Community Center in Rodeo and the graveside service will be held Thursday, January 15, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. at the Magdalena Cemetery in Magdalena, NM. He was born September 15, 1926 in Stroud, OK to John Thomas Rawdon and Annabell Guin. During World War II he served in the U. S. Navy and lived in Portal for over 35 years where he worked for the forest service. Survivors include a sister, Voncielle Frazier, Scottsdale, AZ; and a brother, Paul Rawdon of Grants. His parents preceded him in death. Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Deming, 811 S. Gold Avenue. Phone 546-9671.
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RITZ -- Cleo Ritz, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died on Friday, January 9, 2004. Cleo was the devoted wife of Charles Ritz, who preceded her in death in 1993. She was a dedicated worker for the Clinton P. Anderson Agency and then Mountain States Mutual Casualty Company. She enjoyed gardening. Cleo is survived by her sister-in-law, Maxine Lord of Tiburon, CA; 5 nieces and nephews; 5 grand nieces and nephews; and many close friends. Memorial Services will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2004, at 3:30 p.m. at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Ennichement will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. French Mortuary. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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ROMERO -- Herman G. Romero born in Jarales and most recently lived in Albuquerque for the last 60 years, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2004. Herman was preceded in death by his mother, Juana Maria; father, Enrique Romero; brother, Manuel A. Romero and his sister, Maria. Herman was employed by the Welfare Department as a case worker in the Belen office in Valencia County for a year. He also worked for the Employment Security Commission of New Mexico in Albuquerque where he held several positions. He retired from the state after 30 years of service. He is survived by a brother, Bennie H. Romero of Jarales; three sisters, Stefie Torres of Albuquerque, Florella Sanchez of Belen, and Annie R. Gabaldon of Los Chavez; sister-in-law, Carmen Romero of Santa Clara; several nieces and nephews; grandnieces and nephews; and several great-great grand nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, January 14, at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will be held on January 14, 2004 at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, 101 N. Tenth St., Belen, NM 87002, with Father Mark Honhart officiating. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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ROMERO -- Millie Melecia Romero, 92, a resident of Albuquerque, NM and most recently of Los Lunas, NM, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2004. Millie worked for Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque for over 20 years of outstanding service, retiring in 1979. She is preceded in death by her mother, Bonifacia Fresquez; her son Miquel Tudesque; and her grandson, Richard Duran. Millie is survived by one loving son, Joseph T. Tudesque of Albuquerque; and two loving daughters, Stella Howell of Albuquerque; and Annabelle and her husband, Larry Tafoya of Los Lunas; her eight grandchildren, Arlene Alsup; Joe E. Tudesque; Christine Vigil; Ross D. Gomez; John Humphries; Paul Humphries; Gabriel Howell; Michael Alarid; many great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and one sister, Irene Gonzales of Santa Fe, NM. Millie is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at Romero Funeral Home at 12:30 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 1:00pm with Pastor Richard Chavez officiating. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen 87002.
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SANCHEZ -- Rudy Valentin Sanchez, 69, was called to our Heavenly Father's Home on Saturday, January 10, 2004. He was preceded in death by his parents, Luciano and Reyitas Chavez; and brother, Horacio Sanchez. He is survived by his wife, Flora Perea Sanchez; his sister, Bertha Sanchez and companion, Yolanda Garcia; brothers, Johnny Sanchez and wife, Marcella, Orlando Sanchez and wife, Gloria; daughter, Yolanda Sanchez; sons, Michael Sanchez, Paul Sanchez and wife, Marlene; step-children, Solomon Sanchez, Michael Angelo Sanchez, Anna Lowe and husband Alan; 16 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; aunt, Sarita Placencio; many nieces, nephews and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at San Jose de Duranes Catholic Church in Duranes. A rosary will be recited and Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, January 15, 2004, beginning at 10:00am. Pallbearers are Lewis Casias, Robert Guevara, Adrian Sanchez, David Anaya, Pete Vigil and Allan Lowe. Ushers Brandon Lowe and Teddy Sanchez. Private family burial to follow. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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SIGERSON -- William Carlyle Sigerson, 84, died on January 9, 2004, from complications of Parkinson's disease. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1919, Bill graduated from Harvard College and Yale Law School. He served as a naval intelligence officer in World War II and in the Korean War, retiring from the Naval Reserve with the rank of Lieutenant Commander. As a corporate attorney for pharmaceutical companies in New Jersey and New York, he specialized in international licensing of patents and trademarks, a career which gave him the happy opportunity of extensive foreign travel. His lifelong avocation was the playing of classical piano works; though he never thought himself skilled enough to perform in public, his music-making was always a joy to his family and friends. On retiring to Albuquerque in 1989, Bill studied Western history at the University of New Mexico, and was an active volunteer with the Friends for the Public Library, where he was especially valued for his ability to assess donated books in several foreign languages. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ruth Webb Sigerson, whom he met and married when both were students at the Navy Japanese Language School in Boulder, Colorado during the Second World War; also by a daughter, Mariana Kano, and son-in-law Haruo Kano, and two grandsons, William Rodrigo and Richard Santiago Kano, of Cuernavaca, Mexico; a son, John Sigerson, and his wife Renee of Leesburg, Virginia; a brother, David K. Sigerson of Ormond Beach, Florida; and several in-laws, nephews, and nieces. At his request, he will be interred in the National Cemetery at Santa Fe, with no formal funeral services. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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THOMPSON -- Ivory Thompson 1/7/01 - 6/11/96 Willa Mae, 6/02/07 - 1/13/02 Uncle Frank Peavy 9/03/13 - 12/10/01 Also IN MEMORY OF: Harold, Nedra, Lucy, Herman Clinton, Lorene , Frankie Jo, Ronald Thompson, Damita Jo and little Ivy Holmes When days are sad and lonely and everything goes wrong, we seem to hear you whisper, "things will be all right, cheer up and carry on". Each time we see your picture, you seem to smile and say, "don't cry, I'm in God's hands, we'll meet again some day". Ivy Walker, the Walls, the Goodmans, James T. Thomas, Jordan, Holmes and Thompson families
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