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ARBOGAST -- Jacqueline (Jackie) DesGeorges Arbogast passed away early Saturday morning, February 28th, 2004. Jackie was born and raised in Gallup, NM, then moved to Albuquerque where she has made her home ever since. She was a graduate of UNM and a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority. She taught in the Albuquerque public school system for many years. Jackie was preceeded in death by her husband, William Arbogast. She is survived by her daughter Bobbie Arbogast, son Bruce and his wife Valerie Arbogast, two grandsons, Justin and Josh Arbogast, and her sister, Mary Brown. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. Jackie was a loving and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Services will be held on Wednesday, March 3 at 10 AM at Strong-Thorne Morturary.
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BALDONADO -- Frances G. Baldonado, 81, passed away on Sunday February 29, 2004. She was a Veteran having served in the US Army. She is survived by one daughter, Kathy Little and her husband, Bill of Bosque Farms; two sons, Michael Baldonado and his wife, Keli of Cedar Crest, and John Baldonado and his wife, Rhonda of La Luz; one sister, Mildred Dombo of San Diego, CA; two grandsons, Mike Little of Los Lunas, and Jeff Baldonado and his wife, Yvette of Cedar Crest; three granddaughters, Autumn Baldonado, Berkley Baldonado, Sidney Baldonado; and one great-grandson, Tenjer Baldonado. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Friday March 5, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Riverside Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Boyd Morerod officiating. A private family burial with full military honors will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, 418 W. Reinken, Belen, 864-4448.
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BROWN -- Audie Brown, 84, passed away Monday, March 1, 2004. He had been a resident of Albuquerque since 1958 after moving here from Unionville, Missouri. Mr. Brown was a land developer in the East mountains. He was a veteran of WWII and served in Alaska, France and Germany. Audie was an active member at Montgomery Blvd. Church of Christ, and liked to host Bible studies in his home. He dedicated his life to serving the Lord. Mr. Brown is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Walsie Mae "Mickey" Brown; sons, Lane Brown and wife Rietta, Dan Brown, Roger Brown and wife Cathy; grandchildren, Audie Brown and wife Laura, Pat Brown and wife Mary Louise, Tim Brown and wife Jenny, David Brown and wife Sherry, Debbie Cruz, Shane Brown and wife Danielle, Jim Brown, Sherry Aragon and husband Rich, and Danielle Brown; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brother, Harley Brown of Mt. Home, AR; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held Friday, March 5, 2004, 2:00 p.m. at Montgomery Blvd. Church of Christ with Lane Brown, Kevin Owen and Joy Lee Brazal officiating. Pallbearers will be Audie Brown, Pat Brown, Shane Brown, Tim Brown, David Brown and Jimmy Brown. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, March 4, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Road NE, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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BUTTON -- Amy Jo A. Button, 49, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 24, 2004. Amy was born on March 16, 1954. She was preceded in death by her father, James Downs Shreve Jr; her step-father, Robert A. Wise. Amy is survived by her husband, Ronald W. Button; her mother, Ardeth Courdier Wise; brothers, Jim and Tim Shreve; and her life-long best friend, Carrie Rudy. Amy's last job was as a Project Manager at the Albuquerque High Performance Computer Center at UNM from 1992 to 1999. Amy had a compassionate heart and a special love for all animals. She loved gardening, carving walking sticks, playing cribbage and watching movies. Amy touched many people in her life and will be greatly missed by all. In lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made to the World Wildlife Fund. A special service will be held in the early spring.
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BYERS -- Richard Lynn Byers died in Albuquerque on 28 February 2004. He was 65 years old. Direct Cremation has taken place. A memorial service is planned for 13 March 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Fuller Lodge, Los Alamos, NM, with Father Colin Kelly officiating. All friends are invited. Lynn was born on 2 August 1938 in Hagerstown, MD. He grew up in Columbia, PA, where he graduated high school. There, he met his wife, Joyce Ann Ralston. After graduating from West Chester State Teachers College, Lynn held various teaching jobs until he went to work as a newspaper copy editor. He came to work for the Albuquerque Journal in 1970. He later worked for the Cancer Research and Treatment Center and the Inhalation Toxicology Research Institute before moving to Los Alamos to work as a technical editor and writer for the Laboratory in 1984. Lynn was a wordsmith - a genius with a red pen, and great writer in his own right. He won an Albuquerque Press Association award for his series on cancer, written for the Albuquerque Journal. At the Laboratory, Lynn was selected as the editor to accompany teams to Washington, D.C., Interlaken, Switzerland, and the Hague. Lynn was very proud of his job with the Lab, and received many commendations and awards for his outstanding achievements and dedication. While feeling pride in his accomplishments as an editor, Lynn was, first and foremost, a teacher. An avid reader, he amassed a great wealth of knowledge that he gladly shared with all who asked. Yet, Lynn taught his children more through his actions than through his words, and the lessons were about life, rather than academia. He taught lessons about quiet kindness and charity. Lynn did his alms in secret. Many is the time his children accompanied him to a charity of one kind or another to drop off the family's donations, and rarely did the recipient know his benefactor. Lynn taught his family humor, even in the face of adversity. On his last day on this earth, he could be heard joking with his nurses through his oxygen mask. He taught laughter, and making the best of a bad situation. Yet, the greatest lesson he taught was caring. When Joyce suffered her stroke, Lynn redefined the term "care giver." He loved his wife and his children dearly, and always gave them the security of knowing he would be there when the chips were down. He was a man worthy of emulation. Lynn was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce and a grandson, Paul Douglas Steinbach. He is survived by his daughter, Peggy Lynn Lewis, and husband, Boyad, of Albuquerque; his daughter, Valerie Diane Byers, of Albuquerque; and his son, Matthew Todd Byers, and wife, Lori, of Carlsbad. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Danielle Monique Isler, Adam Wayne Isler, and Eric Anthony Isler, all of Albuquerque; Tifani Marie Ryan and husband Patrick of Lakewood, CO; Amanda Michelle Byers, Amber Aline Weyerman, Helen Lyndsey Weyerman, David Curtis Weyerman, Saren Grace Weyerman, and Loren Noel Weyerman, all of Carlsbad; and three great grandchildren, Patrick James Douglas, Zachary Joseph and Taylour Mae Ryan. The family requests that those who wish to give flowers use that money to give to Dad's "critters" through such organizations as the National Wildlife Federation, World Wildlife Fund, or a local animal shelter. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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CARREJO -- Emil "Animal" Carrejo, 51, went to heaven to play the drums for the Lord on February 27, 2004. Survived by his mother, Teresa Carrejo; granddaughter, Mikaylah Harp; three children, Tamara McCallum, Tarah Harp, Levi Carrejo; and their loving mother, Penny; two brothers, Billy and Frank Carrejo; two sisters, Roberta Jones and Pamela "Tweety" Wintermute; along with extended loving family. Emil was the best drummer to come out of New Mexico and he was a pressman for UNM for many years. His favorite past times were playing music, laughing, and spending time with his kids. Emil was a blessing and a witness to all and he will never be forgotten. A celebration of his life will be held on March 3, 2004, 11:00 a.m. at Church Alive, 4601 Avocet NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114 on the corner of Irving and Golf Course behind the Sav-on Drugs. 505-896-2800.
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COSTALES -- In Loving Memory of Joseph Xavier Costales Joseph was born on January 1, 2004 and passed on to be with his Lord on February 27, 2004 with his family by his side. Joseph is survived by his father and mother, Nick and Naomi; his brothers, Damian and Elijah and his sister, Sophia. Even though his time on earth was short, his life was a testament to God's great Glory! A celebration of Joseph's life will be held on March 3, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at Desert Springs Church located at 705 Osuna NE. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho.
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HARRIS -- Geneva Marie Harris, born January 1, 1922 in Eagle Nest, NM to August and Kata Iko at the family homestead, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2004 in Albuquerque, with family, friends and the grace of God by her side. Geneva embraced 82 years of life. She is survived by her sister, Manda Corbeil of Bountiful, UT, Dr. Roy Menning; three sons, Dr. Terry W. Menning and wife, Sue of Grants, NM, Don S. Menning of Albuquerque, James R. Menning of Sandia Park; stepdaughter, Jerry Hess and husband, Lee of West Covina; grandchildren, Jessica Menning, Peter Menning, Joshua Menning, all of Albuquerque, and Jennifer Backstrom of Tucson, AZ; two great grandchildren, Brand and Kitty; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Col. Harris at Arlington National Cemetery; parents, grandparents, and infant Iko resting in Elizabethtown; brothers, George, Paul and Tony Iko, resting in Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. Geneva's early years involved helping the family harvest cabbage in the summer and ice blocks cut from Eagle Nest Lake, transporting goods to Raton, Cimarron and Taos and working at the hotel's in E-town and Eagle Nest. In 1942, she wed Roy F. Menning, a B-17 captain and Doctor of Optometry. Geneva was a founding member of Four Hills Country Club where she embraced the philosophies of Golf and Bridge, becoming a low handicap and masters champion. She pursued careers in modeling, worked for Jack Rust Tractor, Lincoln Mercury and earned her real estate license in 1963. As a social figure, she danced with the Daughter's of the Nile, hosted the scavenger hunt and purple people eater parties which are still talked about today. In 1966, she wed Col. F.D. Harris (Larry) and moved to Washington DC where Joints Chief's of Staff entertained them. Her travels included Hawaii, Hong Kong, Saigon, and the world at large before settling in Orlando, FL. She returned to Albuquerque in 1990, offering her services to the Four Hill's and Village Garden Neighborhood Associations, the bridge group ladies, her neighbors, and community services. The family wishes to thank all of these people and friends, including Florence and Doug Thompson, the staff at Bear Canyon, Bank of the West Manzano Branch, where all of these visits brought comfort and peace of mind and especially EMT's and staff at Lovelace for easing her transition. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 5, 2004, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment of cremated remains will take place in Arlington National Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a brief reception at Geneva's home, in Four Hills, following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family invites memorial contributions be made to the DAV Vietnam Veteran's National Memorial in Angel Fire, Immanuel Presbyterian Church or the Dementia and Alzheimer's Association of New Mexico. The day before Geneva's passing were record rains, the day following, the biggest winter storm in years. "Your red hair and two green thumbs ensure a bountiful spring and fruitful year." God bless with pride, respect and love for eternity. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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HERNANDEZ -- Jennie M. Hernandez, 94, went home to be with the Lord on February 29, 2004. She was born on March 15, 1909 in Weston, Colorado. Visitations will be held on Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. A rosary will recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Abrey Hernandez, Ara Tatarian, Alex Lovato, Dennis Armijo, Anthony Lujan and Adam Lujan. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
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HOLMAN -- William " Red Dog" Holman, 52, a native of Albuquerque, was born August 1, 1951 and died March 1, 2004. He was preceded in death by his father, W. "Red" Holman, mother, Eleanor and brother, Kelly. He is survived by his brother, Robert G. "Red" Holman and wife, Connie of Aztec, NM. The family wishes to a special thank-you to Albuquerque Care Center for all their care and support during these last 5 years. Cremation has taken place. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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JOBIN -- Edwin W. Jobin, 84, a resident of Albuquerque for six years having moved here from Palatine, IL, died Monday, March 2, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Wanda R. Jobin of Albuquerque; daughter, Diane Beisler of Albuquerque; son, Roger Jobin and wife, Barbara of Hoffman Estates, IL; grandsons, Robert Paul Beisler of Albuquerque and Mason Jobin of Hoffman Estates, IL; granddaughter, Amanda Jobin of Long Beach, CA; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Jobin served his country during WWII with the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Independence CVL 22. Edwin truly loved his family and the walks looking at mountains and visiting with his neighbors at the Meadows. His jovial personality was infectious to all. Anytime you asked Edwin how he was doing, he responded, "Fine and dandy like a piece of candy." Private family graveside services will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, March 4, 2004, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to WWII Memorial Registry of Remembrances, PO Box 96074, Washington, DC 20090-6074. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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KIRK -- Jane Kirk, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died Tuesday, March 2, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Kirk of Albuquerque; sons, Vincent Kirk Jr. and wife, Mary of Richland, WA and Paul Kirk and wife, Tracy of Victorville, CA; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent Kirk; daughter, Sally Leigh; and grandchild, Jacqueline Kirk. Mrs. Kirk had been a member of the Shrine of St. Bernadette since 1959. Rosary will be recited Friday, March 5, 2004, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 6, 2004, at 9:00 a.m., at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Ennichement will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Friday, March 5, 2004, from 6:00 p.m. until time of rosary. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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LOZOYA -- Denise Lozoya, 42, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 29, 2004. Denise is survived by two daughters, Kelly Lozoya and Carmen Lozoya; her son, Symon Lozoya; her parents, Ernesto and Pauline Aragon; her sisters, Audrey Lujan and Rhonda Lujan; her brother, Craig Aragon; her granddaughter, Catryna Lozoya; her ex-husband, Ruben Lozoya; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Thursday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW from 7:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m., Pastor Richard Mansfield will officiate. Final visitation will be Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 am at Casa del Rey Church, 2501 Alamogordo NW with a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m., Pastor Domingo Luera will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Symon Lozoya, Craig Aragon, Sascha Lujan, Jerry Martinez, Michael Trujillo and John Lujan. Honorary Pallbearers will be Conrad Lujan and Art Lozoya. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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MARTINEZ -- Anthony Martinez, recently tragedy struck the City of Pueblo when Anthony passed away. Tony, as he was affectionately known, was originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico. he came to Pueblo in the early part of the 70's. He lived in Pueblo most of the last 33 years, minus a few years in the 80's. Having made his fortunes in Real Estate, Tony was though highly of. He was preceded in death by his father, Juan B. Martinez and mother, Ernestine Martinez; his two sons, Anthony Michael Martinez III in 1979 and William Joseph Martinez in 1986. Tony is survived in life by his son, Daniel John (D.J.) Martinez of Albuquerque. Also he has two brothers, Ted and J.V. of Albuquerque and his brother, Joe, of Chula Vista, CA. Tony has one sister, Susan of Albuquerque. Tony we remember you fondly and loved you. God Bless you, Tony. Donations for Tony can be made at the United Leukodystrophy Foundation, 2304 Highland Dr., Sycamore, ILL 60178. Tony will have final services in Albuquerque. his cremains will be laid to rest at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A Rosary will be at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 4, 2004. A mass the following day at 9:00 a.m. The burial will be Friday at 11:30 a.m.
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MOORE -- Dinah Jane Moore, formerly of Albuquerque, passed away in Belgrade, Montana on February 28, 2004 following a fight with lung cancer. She was born in Dallas, TX. Dinah attended High School in Dallas; earned a Bachelor's degree and teaching credential from UNM in Albuquerque and taught in the Albuquerque Public Schools. She was a stock broker for seven years, and for the past 15 years, was a partner in Measure Twice Inc., a residential building business. Dinah met Jeff King during a skiing trip in Wolf Creek, Colorado in 1989 and they have been partners since that time. They moved to Bozeman in 1999 where they continued building homes and Dinah worked part-time at a local quilt store. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eva Marie and Zed Johnson. Dinah is survived by Jeff King of Belgrade; her son, Chris of Albuquerque; her daughter, Jennifer Scott of Cleremont, FL; and six grandchildren. Dinah was loved by all who knew her.
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NELSON -- Mary J. Nelson, a resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico passed away on February 28, 2004. She was the world's greatest mom. Mary was a teacher at Rio Grande High School in Albuquerque and also taught school in South Dakota. She was a lover of animals. Mary is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Howard Markel; her son, Hugh L. Markel; and her sister, Agnes. She is survived by her son, Drew Markel and his wife, Nina Otero Markel; four grandchildren, Mandie and Michael Evans, Corey Markel, and Courtney De La Rosa; an aunt, Jo Haggartty; and sister Betty Amdie. Many thanks go out to all who have prayed and supported us through this time. With the utmost respect for her wishes cremation has taken place. There are no services scheduled at this time. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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PAGE -- LaVerne A. Page, 87, died Feb. 26, 2004 at Albuquerque Manor, 400 Louisiana NE after care for a stroke some two years before. He had been a resident there four months. La Verne was known as Vern by all. He was born in Charles City, Iowa on May 21, 1916 to Marion LaVern and Rose Jane Simmons Page where they lived on a working farm. After graduation from Finchford Consolidated School, Vern went to Des Moines attending American Technical Institute. He then secured first employment at Oliver Tractor Works in Charles City. Here he meant Donna Pearl Hutton, daughter of Samuel Floyd and Loma Blanche Henry Hutton, who would become his bride and life companion. He moved his family to Minneapolis, MN where he worked at General Mills in manufacturing of World War II armaments, roll correctors and navel torpedoes. At the close of the war Vern moved his family back to the Finchford farm. In 1952 the family moved again, when the farm was sold. Albuquerque provided employment first at ACF, then Gulton and Singer where Vern worked in manufacturing for Government contracts in the atomic energy arena. The family acreage at 145 La Vega Dr. SW provided the land for Vern's joy. He sold his Fresh Valley Garden Produce in Cedar Crest for many years after retirement. Vern's love for hunting and fishing brought him a life-time of pleasure. He was a life member of Hiram Lodge #13 of the Grand Lodge of AF&Am of New Mexico, having first joined the Masonic order in 1942 in Lake Harriett Lodge #277, Minneapolis, MN. He was a life member of the Order of Eastern Star in Janesville, Iowa Equity Chapter #6 and Ballut Abyad Shrine in Albuquerque, NM. LaVerne is survived by his widow Donna and daughter Nancy Carter, son and daughter-in-law Donald and Gayle Page, sister and brother-in-law Florence I and J.D. Thomson, all of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Krista Page of San Diego, CA; and step granddaughters Kyme, Kelly and Kari of Albuquerque, and many nieces and nephews. Sisters, Esther and Dorothy preceded him in death. Memorial Service will be held March 4, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. in Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church sanctuary, Rev. Larry Moss presiding, 8600 Academy Rd. NE. Memorial donations may be made to the Wild Life Rescue Inc. of NM, PO Box 13222, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Special thanks to Albuquerque Manor and Direct Cremation Services staff for their kind and responsible services.
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PRAWDZIK -- MSGT Victor S. Prawdzik, Jr. USAF Ret, 75, a resident of Albuquerque, NM since 1957, passed away on Sunday, February 29, 2004. His wife, Carol Grace Prawdzik, preceded him in death in 1983. He is survived by his girlfriend, Esther Young; his sons, Victor S. Prawdzik III and wife, Susan Shaw, Robert Prawdzik and fiance, Betty, David Prawdzik and wife, Karen; his daughters, Debora and husband, Robert Lucero, Denise and husband, David Garcia, June and husband, Dennis Duran; his grandchildren, Kyle, Megan, Robert Jr., David Jr., and Robin Prawdzik, Vanessa, Jennifer and Robert Jr., Lucero, David Jr. and Federico Garcia, Crystal Reyna, Victoria and Nathan Duran; his great-grandchildren, Davon Guerrero and Cisco Gutierrez; his sisters, Bernice Dundon and Ellen Lawrence; his brother, Preston Kelley and wife, Arlene and his best friend, Dave Leathers. Victor served in the military for 28 years and retired in 1972. He had a very busy and active life. He was past commander of the American Legion Post 122 for four years, a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 99, District 12 Executive Committeeman, Department Historian for three years, Post 99 Americanism Chairman for three years, Post 99 Executive Committee for three years, SAL member Post 99, Past SAL 1st Vice commander Post 99, Past President of the Zapata Club and Honorary lifetime member , he participated in Boys State Programs for Rio Grande High School, member of TREA, and lifetime member of the VFW and AFSA. Victor was very proud of each and every one of these. He loved his uniform and was so proud to wear it. "Color Guard Military Service" will be held Thursday, March 4, 2004, 2:00 p.m. American Legion Post 99 located at 540 Louisiana Blvd. NE with reception to follow. Dad, we will carry you in our hearts forever. You were such a loving and giving man. Thank you for everything you did. "A friend in me you'll always be. " Love you, always and forever. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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PRESTOPINO -- Josephine P. Prestopino, 96, a resident of Albuquerque for 19 years, was born on September 19, 1907, and died on Saturday, February 28, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chris; and son, Kit. She was born in Boston, MA, the only child of Giuseppe and Maria Panzica who were Italian immigrants. She was given the opportunity of an education and graduated from the University of Massachusetts class of 1928, with a degree in education. She married Chris Prestopino in 1934 and enjoyed a successful career teaching sewing in the New York City school system. When she and Chris retired from teaching they enjoyed 12 years together spending winters in Pompano Beach, FL and summers in Montauk, NY. They loved to travel and toured the U.S. and Mexico in their Airstream. They flew around the world but a trip to Italy to visit Italian relatives was a highlight of their travels. She moved to Albuquerque in 1984 after the death of her husband, Chris and continued to be a source of inspiration to her family. She maintained her own home until the age of 91 and her family will always remember her wonderful family dinners. She loved to sew and gave that gift to her daughters. Josephine is survived by her daughters Ann Silva and husband Don, and Rita Newman and husband Bill, and daughter-in-law Nancy Prestopino. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Michael Silva and wife Diane, Peter Silva and wife Kimberly, Steven Silva and wife Angelica, Nicholas De Candia and wife Rhonda, Donald De Candia and partner Marcie, Matt Prestopino, and Julie Prestopino and partner Ryan. She is also survived by 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Thursday, March 4, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at the Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Richard Olona, Celebrant. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, March 3, 2004, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Josephine's name to the Cottages Education Fund, 3920 Juan Tabo NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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RITZ -- Katheryn Marie Ritz, 99, a resident of Albuquerque for the past 11 years, died Saturday, February 28, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Rosemary Smith of Albuquerque; son, James Michael Ritz and wife, Mary Ann of Litteton, CO; 11 grandchildren, including Mark and Deborah Smith of Albuquerque and Rebecca Valles of Los Angeles, CA; 10 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Ritz, sons, George Ritz, Richard Ritz and 13 siblings. Katheryn was born into a pioneer family in Colorado. She grew up in a coal mining camp. Rosary will be recited Thursday, March 4, 2004, 6:00 p.m., at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Walsenburg, CO. Services will be held Friday, March 5, 2004, 11:00 a.m., at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Interment will take place at St. Mary's North Cemetery in Walsenburg, CO. Friends may visit St. Mary's Catholic Church, Thursday, March 4, 2004, 4:00 p.m. until time of Rosary. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. ABQ, NM (505) 275-3500
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ROMERO -- Maria A. Romero passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2004 at the age of 16. Maria is survived by her parents, Robert and Joann Romero; brothers, Jake Romero, Emilio Romero and Rick Sandoval; sisters, Heather Romero, Michelle Romero and Deidre Sanchez; grandparents, Lucy Warner, Roger Romero of Amarillo, TX, and Louie and Luisa Sandoval; god parents, Sarah and Mikey Moulton; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and friends. A Rosary for Maria will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, March 4, 2004 at Sacred Heart Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rigoberto Rocha, Annajean Garcia, Jackie Sanchez, Jake Romero, Martin Soto and Manuel Sandoval. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW
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SCRIVNER -- Helen Garner Nolan, age 90, a resident of Albuquerque from 1982-2001, died on February 29, 2004, in Taos, NM. The third of five children, she was born on September 16, 1913 in a log home in Gravelly, Arkansas to Sabert Randolph and Dora Oller Garner. The home sat near a creek on the Scott/Yell County border. When she was about 16 years of age, the Garners moved to Tulsa, OK, where she was graduated in 1931 from Turley High, now Central High. She lived in Tulsa until 1935, and married John Howard Nolan, May 14, 1935, in Lawton, OK. In 1936, John and Helen moved to Dallas, TX. After John was hired as a salesman for the H.J. Heinz Co., they moved to Brownwood, TX, where they lived until 1951. They lived in Waco, TX, 1951-1961; El Paso, TX, 1961-1965; Lubbock, TX, 1965-1982. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, John Nolan, on June 30, 1991, after 56 years of marriage. Helen Nolan was a remarkable woman of strength, beauty, and grace, always fashionable, and at age 83, attracted the attention of Gerald Lawrence Scrivner, who survives her. They were married on August 31, 1996, at Eastern Hills Baptist Church. In 2001, they moved to the Plaza de Retiro Homes in Taos, NM. She is survived by three children, eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. They are: daughters, Helen Joyce Lewis, and husband James R., Tijeras, NM; Ginger N. Boyer and husband Jeffrey L., Taos, NM; son, John Randolph Nolan and wife Jayne, Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Sabert Lewis, and wife Jennifer; and Colleen Lewis, all of Albuquerque, NM; and Rein Lewis, Flower Mound, TX; Meghann Easley, and husband Brad, Jackson, MS; Miles Boyer, Taos, NM/Siloam Springs, AR; and Molly, Ryan, and Jessica Nolan, Dallas, TX; great-grandchildren, Gillian, Rachel, Nathan, Zachary, Colton, Landon, Kelson, and Darlon Lewis. Always energetic and fun-loving, one of her greatest joys was being with her children and grandchildren for any occasion. Her other joy was gardening, especially of flowers. To walk through her garden gate in Towne Park and be welcomed by the flowers and roses blooming in her yard and in their pots was always a delight. Helen cared deeply for animals and admired sunsets. She was devoted to her church, in which she was active. She was a member of The Order of Eastern Star. In Lubbock, she was a volunteer with the Meals-on-Wheels for home-bound seniors. Our gratitude to the staff at Plaza de Retiro Medical Center for their extraordinary love and devotion to our mother. Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 2004, at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, 3100 Morris NE. Pastors Larry Miller of Eastern Hills, and James Nickell of First Baptist Church, Taos, will officiate. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. "Mother, your sunset years were as lovely as the sunsets which you admired. Because of you, we will always stop to smell the roses." French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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SHAVER -- Robert L. Shaver, 75, a lifelong resident of the Albuquerque area, died Monday, March 1, 2004. He is survived by his son, Rick Shaver of Los Lunas; grandsons, Jeffrey L. Shaver and Jason A. Shaver, both of Los Lunas; sisters, Betty Landon of Albuquerque, Shirley Parsons of Ruidoso, NM and Ginnie Murphy of Rio Rancho, NM; brother, Bill Shaver of Chama, NM; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ivy, in 1994; parents, Harris and Theresa Shaver; and one brother, Harris Shaver. Robert was born in Albuquerque on December 23, 1928 and graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1950. He served and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy. He married Ivy L. Roe on April 20, 1957. Robert worked at the Albuquerque Journal for several years as a stereotyper. They moved to Los Lunas in 1962 and resided there every since. He worked at the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School until he retired. Robert loved fishing, traveling and spending time with his grandsons. He was a beloved father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed. Services will be held Thursday, March 4, 2004, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Cremation will follow services. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, March 3, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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TAMEZ -- Grace Gutierrez Tamez. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday morning at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Casket bearers will be, Ron Gutierrez, Tom Gutierrez, Richard Gutierrez, Leonard Tapia, Daniel Wilson and Rick Lucero. Honorary bearers will be Carmen Girardin, Yolanda Elias, Charlotte Thomen and Lisa Wilson.Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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TORRES -- Kevin Richard Torres, 25, a life long resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, February 29, 2004. He is survived by his mother, Kathy Fielder and husband, David of Albuquerque and father, Richard C. "Dickie" Torres of Socorro, NM; maternal grandparents, John and Helen Roybal of Albuquerque; paternal grandparents, Lawrence and Mary Torres of Socorro, NM; brother, Brian Aragon of Albuquerque; nephews, Brian Aragon II and Alec Aragon both of Albuquerque. Kevin worked for many years at Rainbow Bakery and with his family business the Econo Lodge of Socorro. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with Quintin Pacheco, reciting. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption, Lomas at Tennessee NE, with Father Edward C. Domme, Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Brian Aragon, Gary Roybal, Tony Garcia, Randy Torres, Jr., Larry Torres and Rick Roybal. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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VALVERDE -- Elvin A.Valverde, age 72, of Las Vegas, NV, passed away February 28, 2004. A former resident of Albuquerque, NM, he was born October 14, 1931 in Trementina, NM. He was preceded in death by his father, Patricio; mother, Amy; sisters: Doris Medina, Marcella Fratzola; and brother Patricio, Jr. Elvin is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of 53 years; his children: Elvin Jr. (Jennifer), David (Renee), and Lisa Wymer (Steve). He was a loving and playful grandfather to LeeAnn, Jacob, Nicole, Gabby, Michael, Garrett and step-grandchildren, Ralph, Chantel, Bridget and Josh. Elvin is also survived by sisters: Leota Romero, Vern Gonzales, Edna Fowler, and Irma Peter; brothers-in-law: Joe Medina, Tony Fratzola, Albert Gonzales, Tom and Russ Williams; and sisters-in-law: Patricia and Patsy Williams, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and his favorite yellow lab, Ashley. Elvin spent his life working in the civilian sector and for the government at Mare Island Naval Shipyard as a sheet metal mechanic working on several nuclear submarines. He was a dedicated family man who took pride in providing for and protecting his family. Services will be held on Friday, March 5, 2004, 1:30 p.m. at Berardinelli Family Funeral Service in Santa Fe with burial services to follow at 3:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National 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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WYLER -- Vickie T. Wyler, Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, March 3, 2004 at St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Martinez Village, NM. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW Alb., NM 87102 (505)247-4124
        Published on: Wed March 03, 2004