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BAKION -- Stanley Russel Bakion, 80, a resident of Rio Rancho, died February 27, 2004. He was born January 16, 1926, to parents Harry Bakion and Viola Riley Bakion in Minneapolis, Minn. Stanley was an administrative clerk for the federal government before retiring after 40 years of service. He was a veteran of World War II in the U.S. Army. Stanley was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 312 Unser SE in Rio Rancho. The beloved husband, father and grandfather is survived by; his wife of 13 years, Eleanor Bakion; two children, Russell T. Bakion and wife Sharon of Pomona, Calif., and Marie Michael and husband Dion Crushshon of Minneapolis, Minn.; sisters, Edna Shaw and husband David of Pomona and Harriet Vaughn of Minneapolis; five grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Services are pending. Arrangements by Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary 892-9920
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BERGSTRESSER -- Karl S. Bergstresser of San Antonio, Texas, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2004, at the age of 94. He was born in Bangor, Pennsylvania on September 23, 1909, to Carrie Newhart Bergstresser and the Rev. Ira F. Bergstresser. He spent his childhood years in eastern Pennsylvania. He went to North Central College in Illinois and then to graduate school at Washington University in St. Louis, where he earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 1935. He married May Holmes, also a student at Washington University, in 1934. Dr. Bergstresser taught college chemistry for eight years, worked as Chief Chemist and Research Chemist at Foote Mineral Company in Philadelphia, and worked at the Los Alamos National Laboratory from 1946 until 1972. While in Los Alamos he served as Chairman of the Central New Mexico Section of the American Chemical Society, President of the New Mexico Institute of Chemistry, and Secretary-Treasurer of the New Mexico Academy of Science. In 1969 he received the John Dustin Clark Award from the New Mexico Central Section of the American Chemical Society. He also served as District Chairman of the Girl Scouts and worked with the Boy Scouts. He was a charter member of the United Church of Los Alamos. After retiring, he moved to Albuquerque, where he was an active member of New Life Presbyterian Church. He and his wife moved to San Antonio in 1999, where they lived at the Meadows Retirement Community. Dr. Bergstresser is survived by his wife of 69 years, May Holmes Bergstresser; four children, Robert of Berkeley, Thomas and wife Laura Dickinson of Albuquerque, Paul and wife Rebecca of Dallas, and Martha Ramos and husband Reyes Ramos of San Antonio; grandchildren, Richard Bergstresser, Sara Bergstresser and husband Eric Castellanos, John Dickinson and wife Terri, Maria Dickinson, Daniel Bergstresser, Laura Bergstresser and husband J. Richard Kendall, Miguel Ramos, Paul Ramos, Susanna Ramos Ebenstein and husband David; great-grandchildren, Jacob Ebenstein and Lilly Kendall; and sister, Alma Bergstresser Snyder of Allentown, Pennsylvania. He will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held at the Meadows Retirement Community in San Antonio on Saturday, March 13, at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Covenant Fund, Morningside Ministries, 700 Babcock, San Antonio, Texas 78201.
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BRANDIGER -- Jan Brandiger Avegalio passed away on February 3, 2004 in American Samoa, where she was laid to rest. After a long battle with MS she will be greatly missed, but her spirit has been freed from the body that held her captive. She was born on September 22, 1954 in Denver, CO, and grew up in Albuquerque. She attended Our Lady of the Assumption School and St. Pius X High School. She is survived by her husband, Edward C. (Kuki) Avegalio of American Samoa; her son, Brian Walker and wife, Jennifer of Las Cruces; daughter, Tara Graves and husband, Keith of Houston, Texas, son, Jason Helmich and wife, Nina, of American Samoa, four grandchildren; parents, Joe and Mary Jane Brandiger, as well as sisters, Chris Gentry, Julie Avery, Maryann Jones and brother, Tony Brandiger. A memorial mass will be celebrated by her cousin, Father Patrick Dolan of Denver, on Saturday, March 6, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, corner of Tennesee and Lomas NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 2021 Girard SE, Ste. 201, Albuquerque, NM, 87106.
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CHAMBERLAIN -- Gary Lee Chamberlain, 47, went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2004. He was born on June 27, 1956 in California. Visitations will be held on Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary with funeral services to follow at 6:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served after the services in the Celebration of Life Room also at Garcia Mortuary. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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CHANEY -- William Safford Chaney, Jr., 55, a resident of Belen, died Tuesday, February 24, 2004. He is survived by his father, William Safford Chaney, Sr.; his step-mother, Lucille Chaney; his wife, Leslie Chaney; two brothers, Robert and John Chaney; dogs, Rusty and Alex; and his two best friends who will miss him, Bruce Krohn and Ken Dusenberry. William's father was an engineer in Los Alamos and William followed him in that field receiving two master degrees from the University of New Mexico, one in electrical engineering and one in mechanical engineering. Bill liked to hunt, and tinker with his tools, read and listen to classical music. He was a fan of Scottish history and lore. A Memorial Service will be at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Monday at 2:00 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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GARCIA -- Bernardino Garcia, 86, went home to be with the Lord on February 27, 2004. He was born on June 30, 1917. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Augustina Garcia; two sons Florival Garcia and wife Kathy and Benjamin Garcia and wife Rose; six daughters Merlinda Muller, Lena Gutierrez, Mary Ann Ortiz and husband Luciano, Pauline Garcia, Gloria Jean Gutierrez and husband Eloy and Reina Romero and husband Manuel; two brothers Henry Garcia and wife Augustina and Santos Garcia and wife Virginia; three sisters Mabel Duran and husband Fedincio, Vivianita Gurule and Dormina Garcia; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Bernardino will be deeply missed by his loving family. Private funeral services will take place. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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GUTIERREZ -- Rose Gutierrez, Age 88, Visitations will take place on Sunday, February 29, 2004 from 3-5pm at Salazar and Sons Mortuary. A Rosary service will be held on Sunday February 29, 2004 at 7:00pm at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, March 1, 2004 at 10:00am at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30pm. Pallbearers will be Michael Duran, Alizabeth Duran Apodaca, Eric Torrez, Nadine Duran, Gilbert Gutierrez III, Alexander Gutierrez, Sixto Padilla and Mark Gutierrez. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Eddie Joe Esquibel Jr., Toni Ann Duran, Melissa Torrez, Michelle Torrez, Audrey Sharer, Tony Gutierrez, Ron Apodaca, Angelica Apodaca, and all her 33 Grandchildren, 19 Great-Grandchildren, and 12 Great-Great-Grandchildren. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW Alb., NM 87102 (505)247-4124
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GUZMAN -- Anthony M. Guzman, 19, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 27, 2004 as a result of a car accident. Anthony is the beloved son to David and Maria Guzman. Anthony is also survived by one brother, Daniel Guzman; his grandparents, Salomon and Manuela Luna and Daniel Guzman Sr.; special aunts, Jolyn Murphy and husband, Pat, Debbie Marthe and husband, Mike; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Anthony was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mrs. Lucy Guzman. Anthony was a member of the Catholic Church, a graduate of West Mesa High School, 2003 and was currently attending T.V.I. A visitation for Anthony will be Sunday afternoon from 2:00p p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with a Rosary to be recited at 2:30 p.m. by Terri Luna. A final visitation will be Monday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Daniel Guzman, Vidal Trujillo, Mark Ortega, Elias Sisneros, Aaron Mejia, Steven Maestas and Carlos Otero. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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HEFFENGER -- Arthur Cowton Heffenger, our father left our loving embrace February 17, 2004 at 7:15 a.m. in Louisville, CO. His suffering was mercifully short, having taken ill just after Christmas and going home with his daughter, Felice Heffenger-Ginnane for hospice care in the second week of February. His family had the privilege of encircling him with love in the last moments of his life. Arthur C. Heffenger was in the American Field Service in World War II where he supported an Infantry Division as an ambulance driver in two campaigns, first in Italy and then in India. He was awarded a Good Conduct Medal, the European Campaign Medal and the African/Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, the World War II Victory Medal, Army of Occupation Medal and two Bronze Stars. Arthur was raised in Dover, MA and Bermuda. He married Felice Faith Brown in New York and moved to Corrales, NM in 1951 where her mother resided. They raised seven children together in Corrales. He left after she died in 1986 and moved to Tacoma, WA. He later relocated to Federal Heights, CO in 2001 to be closer to his children who lived in the area. He had varied interests in life which included his service as a member of the Corrales Volunteer Fire Department where he was always ready to lend a hand. He received training as an EMT and other expertise provided by the New Mexico State Fire Academy in Socorro, NM. He also learned a great love and respect of animals as a child as he and his parents raised English Fox Hounds (his beloved Martha) and taught his children to love and respect animals as well. Some of his most treasured memories were his camping trips in Maine with his father, Charles, and he would tell of the tame deer that would forage for food at their campsite. Our father was an incurable romantic who had a great love to share with many. His children were honored to provide the love he craved during the final weeks of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hildegarde Porter Heffenger and Charles Pickering Heffenger; his wife, Felice B. Heffenger; and great-granddaughter, Delphina Heffenger. He recently met his granddaughter, Nicole Renai Heffenger on the other side. He is survived by his daughter, Hildegarde Heffenger-Caudill and husband, JR, Steven Heffenger and wife, Diana, Charles Heffenger and wife, Isabel, Barbara Dudek and husband, Gregory, Felice Heffenger-Ginnane and husband, Gregory, Arthur M. Heffenger and wife, Delica, and Pepe Heffenger and wife, Theresa. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Pam Irvin, Lilly Irvin, James Irvin, Charles, Irvin, Jacob Heffenger, Caleb Heffenger, Ian Perlmutter, Jessica Dudek, Matthew Dudek, Eric Heffenger, Felice Seigneur, Jean Marie Heffenger, Isaiah Heffenger. His surviving great-grandchildren are Kerri Irvin, Maya Vitela, Simon Vitela, Amaris Irvin, Caitlynn Irvin, and Anna Felice Irvin. He is survived by a sister, Nancy Kennedy; and his nieces, Anne, Erica and Joan. There will be a Graveside Service on Tuesday, March 2, 2004 in the San Miguel Cemetery in Socorro, NM at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements are being provided by Steadman-Hall Mortuary in Socorro, NM.
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HEFFENGER -- Nicole (Nikki) Renai Heffenger. Early on February 22, 2004 our daughter, Nikki, took her final bow. Left to mourn her passing are her sister, Tiffany; brothers, Jacob and Caleb; mother, Renai Volz; father, Steve Heffenger; stepmother, Diana Heffenger; grandfather, Merle Volz; and grandmother, Beverly Volz. She was predeceased by her paternal grandmother, Felice Heffenger; daughter, Delphina; and most recently paternal grandfather, Arthur Heffenger. Nikki was loved and will be dearly missed by a devoted circle of parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends. Born in Albuquerque, Nikki was ever the incurable romantic. She was born with a natural curiosity and lust for life and exuberance for the arts. She especially enjoyed painting, writing poetry and was absolutely a fan of the cinema. During her brief life she managed to befriend many starting in Corrales, NM, Berlin, Germany, the North and South valleys of Albuquerque, Minneapolis, MN, Las Vegas, NV and most recently Mountainair, NM. Her most recent aspiration was to help build a BMW service business in Mountainair, NM. Nikki will always be remembered for her fearless passion to dream and live life to reach toward those dreams. A Celebration of her life will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith, NW on Wednesday, March 3, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. All are invited for a viewing Monday, March 1, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Direct Funeral Service, 2919 4th St. NW.
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HERNANDEZ -- Max IN LOVING MEMORY OF Max G. Hernandez July 4, 1920 February 29, 2000 We do not need a special day to bring you to our mind. The days we do not think of you are very hard to find. Our hearts still ache with sadness and secret tears still flow. What it has meant to lose you, no one will ever know. We cry, we laugh, we remember! Many things have happened in four years, but our love remains stronger than ever! Your Wife, Virgie Your Sons and Daughters Sal, Albert, Artie, Theresa, Michael, Ross, Martin, Cathy, Andrew
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HINES -- Frederick E. Hines Jr., The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW
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KARO -- James Karo, longtime Albuquerque resident, peacefully passed away while at his home on February 21, 2004. A Memorial Service and celebration of his life will be conducted Monday, March 1, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Fitzgerald & Son Chapel, 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE. 884-1188.
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KROPP -- Marie Kropp, age 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, and of Ft. Collins for the last nine months, died February 25, 2004. On Monday, March 1, 2004 a Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. Recitation of the Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial is to be held at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona St. SE, with interment in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Alice Marie Dornback was born August 23, 1920 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to John LaRocque and Gertrude Ward Dornback. She married Arthur John Kropp on March 8, 1941 in Northwood, Iowa. During her husband's military career, they lived all over the world, always returning to their home in Albuquerque. She moved permanently to Ft. Collins a little over a year ago due to declining health. Marie was a devout Catholic and a very proper lady, much like her mother. She enjoyed entertaining, traveling, shopping, making crafts, and sewing; and she loved beautiful things. She once remarked that she "never found a store where she couldn't buy something" and has a large collection of Santa Clauses to show for it. Marie was a "tough lady", who used "DragonLady" as her e-mail address, but the one attribute that will live on forever is that of a very loving and warm mother, grandmother and friend. Marie's husband (Lt. Col. U.S. Army, Ret.) Arthur J. Kropp died about two years ago. She is survived by two sons, and their wives, Arthur J. Kropp Jr. (and Eve) of Albuquerque and Stephen (and Deborah) Kropp of Ft. Collins; six grandchildren, Lee Kropp, Jacquolyn Kropp, Melanie Colbert, Shana Snider, Michael Hamsing and Jorie Gniotczynski; six great-grandchildren, Michael, Rebecca and Nicole Kropp, Justin Young, Corrianne Hamsing and John Arthur Hamsing; and her constant companion, Hobbs, the Bulldog.
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LONDONO -- Gladys Matilde Londono, 66 years of glory, love, and being a mother to the world. Born in Baranquilla Colombia, S.A. on September 23, 1937, she is the daughter of David and Gerardina Londono; sister of Bernardo, Abelardo, Clara, and Jacqueline Londono, and mother of Juan-Carlos Rubio. Gladys passed away on Wednesday February 25, 2004. She lived everyday of her life only with love and she passed that love on to all of those around her. Gladys' passion was her family and her children. Gladys was the proprietor of Londono Day Care for 22 years. In that time she helped raise well over 200 children. She gave each and every one of her kids the same kind of love that both their mother and father would give while in their absence. Words will never be able to encapsulate who she was. Those who knew her could feel her unconditional love for all. Gladys, you will be missed by many but your legacy will never end. You live through all of those that you touched and they will in turn touch others. This is how you lived your life and this is how we will live ours. Thank you. There will be a Rosary and Viewing in her honor at Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 87106 on Thursday, March 4, 2004 from 7pm to 10pm.The Rosary will begin at 7pm. Please contact Strong-Thorne Mortuary at (505) 842-8800 for funeral service details.
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LOPEZ -- The family of Mrs. Margaret Lopez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Msgr. Antonio Gonzales, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, presider of the Mass, to Deacon Tom Perez, to Gabriella Nieto for reciting the Rosary and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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LUCAS -- Thomas O. Lucas, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 2000, died Thursday, February 26, 2004. He is survived by his daughters, Cheryl A. Strotz and husband, Bruce, and Susan A. Lucas-Kamat and husband, Nikhil, all of Albuquerque; son, Robert A. Lucas of Charleston, SC; granddaughters, Sondra Carpenter and husband, Kevin, of Albuquerque, and Karla Pinckes and husband, Michael, of San Diego, CA; great-grandson, Drake Carpenter; great-granddaughter, Kaylin Carpenter; and sister, Mary Smith of Raleigh, NC. Mr. Lucas was retired from Exxon Oil Company where he worked in Central and South America for a number of years, living in Aruba from 1946 to 1972. After retirement he resided in Conway, SC, until moving to Albuquerque. Memorial services will be held Monday, March 1, 2004, at 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Eddie Howard, Pastor, officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87111 or the American Heart Association, PO Box 90790, 87199. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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LUNA -- Mrs. Flora Luna, 97, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 26, 2004. Mrs. Luna is survived by one daughter, Alice Mayer; grandchildren, Margaret Cordova, Helen Herrera, Donna Martinez, Jo Ann Aguilar, Toni Tackett, Arthur Candelaria, Terri Lee Sensenick, Maxine Vermeulen, Jimmy Joe Mayer, Michael Mayer, Leonard Mayer, Katheryn Becker and Stephanie Weber; many great and great great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Luna was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Luna; and two daughters, Cecila Halsey and Sally Vigil. Mrs. Luna was a devoted member of the Catholic Church, enjoyed her home and loved working in her yard. A Rosary will be recited Monday morning at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church by Mrs. Eileen Montoya and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. by a Franciscan Friar. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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MARTIN -- Stella Jewel (Hicks) Martin. Funeral Services were held Thursday, January 29, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, Cordell, OK with Reverend Marvin Kehl and Reverend R.B. Mathis officiating. Interment under the direction of Jack Loftiss Funeral Home, Cordell, OK followed with burial at Lawnview Cemetery. She departed this life January 25, 2004 at the Cordell Christian Home at the age of 90 years. Stella married Lendon Martin August 1, 1936 at Hobart, OK with Reverend H.L. Janes officiating, a former Cordell Baptist Minister and special family friend. Lendon and Stella lived in Albuquerque for 40 years, owning Martin's Market where they made many friends. After Lendon's death, Stella returned to Cordell and resided in a condominium at 1503 Crestview until her health began to fail. She then moved to the Cordell Christian Home July 2001, and remained there until her death.
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MARTINEZ -- Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad February 29, 1932 William R. and Gabriela Martinez Forever in our hearts, your Loving Family
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MATTINGLY -- Rex M. Mattingly passed away on February 27, 2004. Mr. Mattingly lived in New Mexico for the majority of his life, but has lived in NC since 1985. He attended the Univ. of NM, and served as a lieutenant in the Army Air Force during WWII. He was a well-known businessman in Albuq., and was very active in NM state politics, serving as Chairman of the NM Republican Party during the mid to late 1960's. He served on the Fed. Renegotiation Board in Washington, D.C., 1969-77. He was loved by many, and will be missed by his wife of 62 years, Laura Mattingly, daughters Sharon Billings and Sally Abril, and son Lloyd Mattingly, all from NC. Eight grandchildren also survive Mr. Mattingly: Kenny Billlings and Christine Pasela; Mario and Andres Abril; Wyatt and Garrett Mattingly; as well as eight great grandchildren.
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MERRILL -- Evelyn A. Merrill, 79, passed away on February 23, 2003 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born in Buffalo, NY, to Harry and Amelia Kolb Merrill. She was a veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Over 25 years ago, she moved from Buffalo to Albuquerque where she worked in healthcare at Kirtland Air Force Base before retiring and was a member of First United Methodist Church. She was also a member of Forestry Service, American Legion, WAVES National, Republican Women, Einstein Society, American Business Women's Association, and Order of the Eastern Star. In 2003 Evelyn was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Merrill. She is survived by her son, Michael Wannenwetsch and a very special and adored granddaughter, Amelia Wannenwetsch, both of Albuquerque. Also surviving are a sister, Vivian Miller of Buffalo, NY; brother, Franklin Merrill and wife, Doty of Buffalo, NY; loving sister-in-law, Charlotte Merrill; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The family wishes to send heartfelt thanks to the Staff of Ladera Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and the Staff of VistaCare Hospice. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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NELSON -- Mrs. Carmen G. Nelson, 95, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 28, 2004. Mrs. Nelson is survived by her son, Frank Nelson; three grandchildren, Steve Nelson and wife, Candy, Debbie Sanchez and husband, Ray and Barbara Nelson; five great grandchildren, Crystal Garcia, Kristi Sanchez, Christopher Nelson, Francisco Nelson and Raymond Sanchez; a special Goddaughter, Agueda Sandoval; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Nelson was preceded in death by her husband, Cristobal Nelson and a daughter in law, Lugardita (Wala) Nelson. Mrs. Nelson was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation for Mrs. Nelson will be Monday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation for Mrs. Nelson will be Tuesday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Raymond Sanchez, Christopher Nelson, Francisco Nelson, Ray Garcia, Eddie Trujillo and Joe Martinez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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NILSEN -- Francis "Sonny" Nilsen, age 70, a native New Mexican, died Friday, February 27, 2004. Sonny retired from PNM after 33 years of service. His life passion was his family, friends and horseracing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Flora Nilsen; and his brother, Vivian Nilsen. Sonny is survived by his wife, JoAnn Nilsen; five children, Becky Lucero (Sal), Debi Conrad (Mike), Alan Nilsen (Tina), Jolene Peralta (Jerry) and Jimmy Chacon (Lori); sisters, Flora Thomas, Esther Hoover and Irene McCrory; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews. Rosary will be recited Sunday, February 29, 2004, at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Monday, March 1, 2004, at 10:00 a.m., at Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 12500 Carmel Avenue NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, February 29, 2004, from 1:00 p.m. until time of rosary. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of New Mexico, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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ORDONEZ -- James D. Ordonez, age 33, of Pecos, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2004. He was born March 4, 1970 in Santa Fe. He was preceded in death by his father, James G. (Jgi) Ordonez; and uncle, Freddie Ordonez. James was a generous, kind hearted, respectful, and out-going person who will be missed by those who knew and loved him. James is survived by his paternal grandparents: Lydia D. and Horacio Ulibarri; mother, Pat and husband Robert Marsh; children: Jaqlyn and Niqole Ordonez; mother of his daughters and special friend, Marisa H. Ornelas; brother, Bobby Marsh; girl-friend, Cristina Quintana; maternal grandparents: Agapito and Antonia Valencia; special close relatives: Ursula and Diego Velasquez; and numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends. Serving as pallbearers will be Bobby Marsh, Jon Paul Chapman, Roderick Valencia, Archie Archuleta, Roderick Padilla and Daniel C de Baca. Visitation and rosary will begin on Sunday, February 29, 2004, 3:00 p.m. and a second rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Pecos, NM. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday, March 1, 2004, 11:00 a.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Pecos. Interment will follow in Pecos Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 983-4331
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OWENS -- Daniel H. Owens, a resident of New Mexico since 1973, passed away February 13, 2004. Daniel was born June 29, 1924 in Llanelly, Wales. He was a World War II veteran having served as a radio operator in the Merchant Marines in the North Atlantic and Southwest Pacific during hostilities. He is survived by his sister Mary Morgan of Llanelly, Wales; his daughter, Daniela; and three granddaughters, Deniz, Jasmine, and Sara of Willich, Neersen, Germany. Cremation has taken place and the ashes will be returned to the sea. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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PARSONESE -- Vickie Ann Parsonese, born September 27, 1941 in Fond du Lac, WI, to parents, Victor and Maysel Hau, died Friday, February 27, 2004 in Albuquerque, following a battle with cancer. She graduated from St. Mary's Springs Academy and attended Spencerian Business College in Milwaukee, WI. She met her husband, Peter there and moved to Albuquerque in 1969 and raised a family. She was active in church at John XXIII Catholic Community and was a longtime member of TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Peter Parsonese; children, sons, James Parsonese and wife, Jackie and their son, Jacob, and Timothy Parsonese and wife, Isela and their son, Roman; her loving daughter, Tracey Parsonese; brother, Joe Hau and family; sister, Cathy Burns and family; and numerous cousins and friends. Rosary will be recited Monday, March 1, 2004, at 7:00 p.m., at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge Drive NE. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, March 2, 2004, at 11:00 a.m., also at John XXIII Catholic Community. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit John XXIII Catholic Community, Monday, March 1, 2004, from 6:00 p.m. until time of rosary. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 2021 Girard SE, Suite 201, 87106, the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110, or to Vista Care Hospice, 5201 Venice NE, Suite A&B, 87113. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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PAYNE -- Mandona Hanchett Payne, 90, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, February 24, 2004. She is survived by her daughters, Rae Payne Mortensen, Ruth Payne Palmer, Mary Payne Hartman, and Judith Payne Meyer; sons, H. Vern Payne, Lloyd V. Payne, James B. Payne, John M. Payne and Roger L. Payne; 63 grandchildren; 134 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; brothers, Emmett Hanchett, James L. Hanchett, Myron Hanchett and Charles Hanchett; sisters, Raydene Cluff; and Lurlene James; and many other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Judge H. Vearle Payne, sons, Jay R. Payne, Spencer L. Payne, and Donald M. Payne, three sisters, and 4 brothers. Mrs. Payne was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and her descendents have served more than 65 years of voluntary full time missionary service for the church in many countries around the world. She was selected as New Mexico Mother of the Year in 1997. Her husband was NM Speaker of the House of Representatives, a State Senator and a US Federal District Judge. Her descendants have served in many elective and appointed positions in the community and in their church. Mrs. Payne was also active in community service for children with disabilities and with unwed mothers. She served more than 15 years as the local President of the Women's Relief Society Organization for her church in New Mexico and many years as Ward Primary President directing the children's groups of her church. She loved children! Mrs. Payne also enjoyed quilting and gardening. When asked which of her 12 children she loved most, she would say the one that gone until they get home, the one that is sick until they get well, the one in trouble until its resolved. Friends may visit one hour prior to services. Services will be held Monday, March 1, 2004, 11:00 a.m., at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 11750 San Victorio NE, with Bishop Kendall Crookston conducting. Interment will take place Tuesday, March 2, 2004 in Virden, NM. Friends may also visit Sunday, February 29, 2004, at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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PETERS -- Spencer Douglas Peters. In Loving Memory of Spencer Douglas Peters March 2, 1998 "In one of the stars I shall be living, in one of them I shall be laughing, and so it will be as if all the stars were laughing when you look at the sky tonight." "The Little Prince" Antoine de Saint-Exupery. ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS, Aunt Jean; Uncle Manny; Cousin Emma
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SALAZAR -- The family of Mr. Joe (Jose) F. Salazar would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Hiliare, St. Augustine Catholic Church, Isleta, New Mexico celebrant of the Mass and for the Graveside Blessing, to Shirley Zuni for reciting the Rosary, to the D.A.V. Chapter # 3 for the Military Honors and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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SANTILLANES -- Jose Felipe Santillanes. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this difficult time of their lives. Your kindness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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SLATER -- Richard T. Slater passed away in peace February 22, 2004. He was born January 14, 1918 a retired Lt. Col. in the Air Force. Richard will be sorely missed and dearly remembered by his loving wife of 28 years, Rose; 13 children and their families; and many other relatives and friends. He was a man who in the end described one of his greatest accomplishments to be his family, and we were lucky to have shared in his life. Services will be held at Sunrise Funeral Options located at 7601 Wyoming NE, 821-0010, March 1, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be graciously sent to Yuma Hospice, 1824 S. 8th Ave. Yuma, AZ. 85364.
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SQUIRES -- Eva Squires, died Thursday, February 26, 2004. She was born Eva Nichols Grover, April 26, 1945 to the late Melvin Owen and Eva Grover in Calvert County Maryland. She graduated from Calvert County High School in 1963 and received a BS in Nursing from the University of Maryland in 1967. She was married to Robert Squires in Dallas, TX in 1973. Eva is survived by her children, Jeanette Hargreaves of Austin, Texas; Timothy Squires of Santa Fe, New Mexico; and Catherine Squires of Gilbert, Arizona. She is also survived by her sister Ruth Dixon and brother Melvin Grover, both of Lusby, Maryland. Eva played many roles in many places. >From wading barefoot at Chesapeake Bay in search of a shark tooth bigger than her brother's to cracking open watermelons for a bite of the center to playing "Uno" and "Skip-Bo" with her children, she was a child at heart delighting in the small joys life has to offer. From hoeing the family crop in Maryland to working for 22 years as an OR nurse at St. Joseph's in Albuquerque, she showed the strength of a dozen men. From the echoes of her laughter and hugs to the loving notes she wrote, Eva radiated the caring of a staff-full of nurses. From Camp Pe-co-meth to the Bahamas, from Africa to Dallas and from Tunisia to a road trip across the country, she was a traveler and teacher. We will miss her blue crab cakes, jams, pies and the way she always insisted on a homemade meal for her family. Her final journey is the greatest of all. We love and will miss you, Mom, Sister, Friend. The memorial service will be held Sunday, February 29 at 3PM at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver Ave. A nursing scholarship has been set up in her name. Donations go to: TVI Foundation in Eva Squires' honor, 525 Buena Vista SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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SZERLIP -- Dr. Eugene Poole Szerlip, 83, resident in Albuquerque since 1953, died at his home on Friday, February 20, 2004. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Hildur C. Szerlip. He is survived by his dear friend, Joyce E. Van Dellen; son, Sigurd and wife, Patty; three daughters, Tami Szerlip and husband, Rod Johnson, Zita Szerlip and Wendy Sudduth and husband, Bruce; sisters, Janet Szerlip Harris and Martha Szerlip; as well as seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Born in Newark, New Jersey, 1921, Dr. Szerlip graduated from Weequahic High School, Haverford College and New York University College of Medicine, 1946. He served in the Army Medical Corps, '46 -' 49. In Albuquerque, he was on staff at Presbyterian, St. Joseph's, and Memorial Hospitals, also working at Kirtland Air Force Base and the Veteran's Hospitals. He taught as adjunct at U.N.M. Medical School, was a member of the N.M. Medical-Legal Panel and a member of the Board of Blue-Cross Blue Shield. Dr. Szerlip received numerous honors for his service. Gene Szerlip was a meticulous and caring physician, a generous and devoted father, and an avid outdoorsman. His presence will be greatly missed. There will be a reception honoring Gene's life on Sunday, March 14, 2004 in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that remembrances be made to the Nature Conservancy, the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch or the charity of your choice.
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THOMPSON -- Alice Elizabeth Hantelman Thompson, 90, died February 18, 2004. She was the last of six children of William and Christina Hantelman of Independence Township Iowa. Alice is survived by son, Jack Tardy and wife, Mary of Colorado Springs, CO; and daughter-in-law, Eleanor Edmonds of Albuquerque. Grandchildren are Neel and Judy Marsh, Albuquerque; Bob and Sue Thompson, East Wenatchee, WA; Greg and Jan Speights and Tom and Lynn Wangerin, Colorado Springs, CO; and Carl Brookshire, Crawfordsville, IN. She leaves 11 great-grandchildren and eight great-great- grandchildren. At age 18, Alice moved alone to Las Vegas, NM for her health. She came to Albuquerque in the late 1930's. Her work ranged from nanny and school teacher to the Finance Office at Sandia Base where she retired. She was volunteer choir director and organist for Immanuel Lutheran Church. Later she kept the membership records and was on the Book and Hymnal Repair Group of St. Luke Lutheran Church. Alice was an active Democrat both locally and nationally. She also supported the education of five children through the Christian Children's Fund. In lieu of flowers, Alice requested donations to St. Luke Preschool and Kindergarten or the St. Luke Lutheran Church Social Ministry Fund, 9100 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be at St. Luke Lutheran Church at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 20, 2004. A gift from Alice to all is an organ concert at 11:00 a.m. Arlene Ward, retired organist from UNM, will be the featured artist.
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VIGIL -- Mrs. Preciliana T. Vigil. Visitations will be Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church; where a Rosary will be recited at 5:00 p.m. today. Final viewing will be Monday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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WEAVER -- Mabel S. Weaver, 98, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, February 24, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara W. Kerr and husband, Vernon "Hank" of Albuquerque; their daughters, Valerie Kerr of Farmington and Lisa Kerr of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Carol Weaver of San Angelo, TX and her children, Cindy Holcomb of San Angelo, Charles "Chuck" Weaver III and wife, Lisa of Waco, TX, and Michael Weaver of Austin, TX, and 5 great-grandchildren. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Weaver in 1967 and son, Charles "Buck", Jr. in 1989. Mabel was born in Monette, AR on August 23, 1905. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Special thanks to the caring staff at Care Free Living and Presbyterian Hospice. A family memorial service will take place at a later date. Memorial gifts may be given to the music ministry at Mabel's church, Covenant Presbyterian Church, 9315 Candelaria Rd. NE, 87112. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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