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APODACA -- Jose (Joe) Apodaca. Visitations will be held Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A rosary will be recited today at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church at 5:00 p.m. 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 morning at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Casket bearers will be Rick Winters, Paul Apodaca, Michael Apodaca, Matthew Apodaca, Robert Apodaca and Shane Grimm. Honorary bearers will be Gilbert Martinez, Carlos Montoya, Tony Montoya, Mark Garcia, Jeff Cordova and Joe Juarez. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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ASLON -- Lillian Theresa Aslon, 92, a resident of Albuquerque for the past 14 years, passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2004. Lillian was born May 2, 1911 the daughter of Albino and Lena Fracasso Olearo in Berlin, Connecticut. She came to New Mexico from Escondido, California. She was a member of the Jehovah Witnesses. Lillian was a loving, devoted wife and mother. Lillian was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Sarges Aslon; two children, Marlena Hopper and husband, Earl, and Tina Nasif; one sister, Esther Granton; and one grandchild, Lauren Hopper. A Memorial Service for Lillian will be held on Saturday, March 20, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Alameda English Congregation, 8812 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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BACA -- Manuel A. Baca, The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Memorial Services. They would also like to express the gratitude for all the love care and compassion that has been shown to them. Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW Alb., NM 87102 (505)247-4124
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BAKER -- Joe E. Baker passed away on March 9, 2004 in Rio Rancho, NM with his daughter, Gail Baker Jones at his side. He was born on June 2, 1917 in Stigler, Oklahoma, to Guy and Buena Trent Baker. He married Ruth Sturdy, who died during the birth of their daughter, Ann. He married Wilma Garrett on New Year's Day, 1941. She predeceased him in 1998. Joe grew up on a farm in Stigler, Oklahoma, the fifth of ten children. Although the children were required to work hard on the farm, he was released from chores to play high school football, which he did for four years. A gifted athlete, he also received a scholarship in track and played college football, as well. He graduated from Northeastern College, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma and began teaching school. He worked in a defense plant to help out with the war effort in 1943 and then entered the Maritime service until war's end. After teaching school in Oklahoma and Kansas, he began working for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and moved his family to Brigham City, Utah. He worked for the BIA for 27 years, with a brief stay in Ft. Apache, Arizona, but lived most of those years in Farmington, New Mexico. Upton retirement, he and Wilma moved to Albuquerque and spent many years traveling the United States in motor homes and taking numerous trips to other countries. He was known for his great skill as a high school football coach, his phenomenal memory of the many students he taught and those he placed in vocational training through his work with the BIA, and his wonderful voice and amazing repertoire of songs. Joe was able to enjoy his lifelong hobby of golf up until his recent illness. He especially found joy in his children and grandchildren and championed their every accomplishment. Joe was a Master Mason, belonging to the Zia Daylight Lodge #77, AF&AM and a member of the Albuquerque Shrine Temple Ballut Abyad. He was survived by his children, Ann (Lanny) Wiens, of Norman, Oklahoma, Gail (Dean) Jones, of Rio Rancho, Peggy (Verne) Hollenbeck, of Laytonville, California, and Joe (Susan) Baker, of Cedar City, Utah. He is also survived by siblings, Roger (LaVerne) Baker, Jim (Mary) Baker, Betty (Ralph) Madson; sisters-in-law, Helen Garrett and Frances Garrett McIntyre, all of Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Ernie Baker of Garrison, Texas; thirteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held on Monday, March 15, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel with Pastor Rick Donaho, officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, Office of Development, International Shrine Headquarters, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, Florida 33607-1460. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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BLEA -- Ben L. Blea beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend passed away March 6, 2004 in Sun City, AZ. He is survived by two brothers, Lalo Blea and Tito Blea; one sister, Frances Sandoval; six daughters, Janet Montoya, Patsy Blea, Jane Blea, Helen Blea, Linda Lopez, Avelina Quintana; one son, Steve Blea; 16 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ben loved hunting, fishing and horse racing. He retired from Wellborn Paint Co. after 42 years as a lab tech. Memorial services will be held at Immaculate Conception Church, March 15, 2004 at 10:30 a.m., 619 Copper Ave. NW. A reception will be held for friends and family after the Mass at 1813 Corte Florentino SW.
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CARRELL -- Ralph I. Carrell, age 84, a resident of Albuquerque since December 1988, died on March 11, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born October 4, 1919 in Cedar Hill, TX to James Waddell and Rua Ragland Carrell. He served for five years in the U.S. Army, Company F, 53rd Infantry during World War II. He worked in sawmills and a plywood mill in White City, OR until his retirement in 1981. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, James and Rua Carrell and three brothers, Jimmy Carrell, Robert Carrell and Ray Carrell. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Peggy J. Carrell; sons, Jeffery Carrell and wife, Hermie of Washington, Phillip Carrell and wife, Cheryl of Pahrump, NV; stepson, Douglas Chapman of Shady Cove, OR; stepdaughters, Kim Chapman of Phoenix, AZ, Samra Chavez and husband, Tony of Albuquerque; a grandson, Cole Tague of Phoenix, AZ; and a granddaughter, Chrissy Reynolds and husband, Richard of Central Point, OR. Also surviving are a sister, Rhoda Jean Miller and husband, Rusty of Stephenville, TX; three brothers, Randle Carrell and wife, Tossie of Roanoke, VA, Rex Carrell and wife, Johnnie of Tularosa, NM and Ronnie Carrell of Alamogordo, NM, a sister-in-law, Jerri Carrell of Redding, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Viewing for family and friends will be held at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE on Monday, March 15, 2004 beginning at 11:00 a.m. and followed by Services at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be in Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Quinn Takei, Douglas Chapman, Tony Chavez, Dennis Powell, Ray Dean Carrell, and Paul Berger. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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CHERRYHOLMES -- William Cherryholmes, 62, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2004. He is survived by his three children, Bill, Tim, and Tina; eight grandchildren, Billy, Angel, Robert, Michael, Domacio, Carlos, Lorena and Johanna; one brother; three sisters, and countless friends. He will be missed and remembered by all of the people, whose lives he blessed, by being part of their lives. A funeral service will be held at Albuquerque Bible Church, 320 Montano NW., on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008
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CLARK -- -Thomas Ryan Clark, former senior federal executive and a longtime Albuquerque resident died Monday, March 8, 2004 in Albuquerque after a courageous six-year battle with renal failure. He was born September 16, 1925 in Aberdeen, WA, son of Dr. George O. Clark and Gladys Ryan Clark. His early years were dedicated to athletics, including football and baseball, but highlighted by winning Washington State championships in swimming. In April 1943, he enlisted in the US Navy Reserve and was assigned to the officer-training program at the University of Kansas. At KU, he lettered in the mile and two-mile, winning the Big Six track meet. In 1944, he was appointed a cadet at the US Military Academy at West Point. Graduating in 1948, he was commissioned in the Corps of Engineers, and married Barbara Ann Thiele of Kansas City, MO, in the same week. His first assignment, after attending the usual Army training schools at the time, was to the then-secret Armed Forces Special Weapons Project at Sandia Base outside of Albuquerque. There he served in the Special Weapons Unit, as Aide to the Commanding General and as staff engineer on the headquarters staff. Barbara and Tom's first three of four children were born at Sandia Base. During the Korean War, he was a company commander in the 120th Engineer Combat Battalion, 45th Infantry Division. After earning his MSEE at Purdue University, he taught in the Dept. of Electrical Engineering at West Point and then commanded the 553rd Engineer Battalion in France before he was assigned to the Atomic Energy Commission headquarters in Washington as an R&D staff officer. During his Army career he received the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star and the Legion of Merit. After promotion to Colonel, he retired in 1968 to accept appointment as a senior executive in the AEC. During the subsequent years, he served AEC in several positions, including director of weapons production and then principal assistant director of the Division of Military Application. Upon the creation of ERDA in 1975, he acted as the deputy assistant administrator for nuclear energy. In 1976, he was appointed Deputy Manager of the Albuquerque Operations Office, where he played key roles in nuclear weapon development and production, expansion of energy development activities in solar, wind and geothermal development and creation of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Project in southeast New Mexico. In 1983, he was appointed Manager of the Nevada Operations Office, DOE, in Las Vegas, NV, where he was in charge of the nation's underground nuclear weapons test program, as well as the Nuclear Energy Search Team, field studies for high-level nuclear waste disposal at Yucca Mountain and residual activities from atomic testing in the Pacific. After retirement from Federal service, he and Barbara returned to Albuquerque in 1988, from where he embarked upon a consulting career with several corporations, the national laboratories and Federal agencies. He was past president of the Rotary Club of Albuquerque and of the National Atomic Museum. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Barbara T. Clark of Albuquerque; son, Thomas R. Clark, III, and wife Bonnie of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter, Kathleen C. Sandberg and husband, Craig of Penn Yan, NY; son, Christopher J.T. Clark and wife, Mary of Colorado Springs, CO; grandchildren, Colleen, Rebecca, Geoffrey, and Rachel. He was preceded in death by his son, Thomas R. Clark, Jr. Contributions can be made to Hope Episcopal Church, 5435 Wyoming Blvd. #107, Albuquerque, NM 87109; The Superintendent's Endowment, Association of Graduates, USMA, 698 Mills Road, West Point, NY 10996 (designate in memory of COL Thomas R. Clark, USMA, 1948); The Thomas R. Clark Fund, Eastern Maine Charities, PO Box 404, Bangor, ME 04402. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Monday, March 15, 2004, 2:30 p.m., at St. John's Episcopal Cathedral, 318 Silver Ave., SW, with The Rev. Kathy M. Newman officiating. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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COLLINS -- Thomas V. Collins. The family would like to thank all of their many friends who visited Tom and his family during his illness, the prayers and thoughts of all of our and Tom's many friends, the staff and doctors of the Cardiac Care Unit at Presbyterian Hospital and Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice for their care and kindness. We continue to appreciate all of your support and love during this time.
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DUKE-WOODSIDE -- Dr. Marilyn Duke-Woodside, 62, a resident of Prairie Village, Kansas, died at her home on Wednesday, March 10, 2004. MarilynE. Duke was born at Portland, Oregon on January 19, 1942, the daughter of Duane C. and Elizabeth (Naylor) Duke. She is survived by two daughters, Pamela Standerwick of Emporia, Kansas, Shauna Wallace of Houston, Texas; her parents, Duane C. and Elizabeth Duke of Lake Oswego, Orego; sister, Janice Pindelle-Glide of Oregon and seven grandchildren. Dr. Duke-Woodside received her B.S. and R.N. at the University of Oregon, and her M.D. from the University of New Mexico. She practiced in Albuquerque, New Mexico and at the Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, and most recently at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. She was a member of the Hillcrest Covenant Church, Prairie Village, Kansas, and the Christian Medical and Dental Society. Memorial services will be held at the Hillcrest Covenant Church in Prairie Village, Kansas, Sunday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. The family will receive friends one prior to the memorial service. Funeral Services will be held Monday at 10:00 a.m. in Emporia, Kansas. The Monday services will be conducted by the Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home, Emporia, Kansas. A memorial has been established to Focus on the Family, with contribution sent in care of the Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home, PO Box #175, Emporia, Kansas 66801
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FRAZEE -- Harry A. Frazee, 85, passed away on March 11, 2004 at his home in McIntosh, New Mexico. He was born in Rend City, Illinois on March 10, 1919. He moved to New Mexico in 1945 where he met and married Helena P. Meadows. Harry joined the army in 1940 and saw combat service in the Aleutian Islands, Marshal Islands, Philippine Islands and in Okinawa. He survived four beach heads and was involved in hand to hand combat with the enemy. Harry was awarded the Purple Heart, a bronze star with four oak leaf clusters, Philippine Liberation ribbon with two bronze stars, Asiatic Pacific Theatre Campaign ribbon, and other medals. He was seriously wounded; however, he survived his wounds only to go back into war. Harry was Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post number 3317 in Albuquerque for several years. He was a proud member of and supported the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and was a life member of both the Purple Heart organization and of the Disabled American Veterans. Harry is survived by his wife of 57 years, Helena P. Frazee, of McIntosh; one daughter, Dorothy J. Bailey and husband, Johnie of Belen; two sons, Robert D. Frazee and wife, Ruth; David E. Frazee and wife, Vicky of Edgewood; one sister, Velda Smith and husband, Harold of Colorado; three brothers, Leland Frazee of Ohio, Wayne Frazee and wife, Betty of Washington, Lindell Frazee and wife, Lona of Rio Rancho. He is also survived by ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one son, three grandchildren, one sister and three brothers. Graveside services, with military honors, will be held at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, on March 15, 2004, at 1100 hours. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. French Mortuary University Blvd. Chapel 843-6333
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FRONKIER -- Imagene Alice Fronkier, 83, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, March 11, 2004. She was born in San Angelo, TX in 1920 and grew up in Balinger, TX. She married Maj. Henry B. Fronkier, USAF (Ret.) on September 3, 1942. Together they traveled extensively with the Air Force during the next 20 years, and were assigned to California, Pennsylvania, Florida, Texas, Japan, and New Mexico. They had two children: Pamela Jean Peters of Albuquerque, and Michael David Fronkier of Edmond, OK. After Henry's retirement at Kirtland AFB in 1960, Imagene and Hank opened the Isleta Laundry and Dry Cleaners in the SW valley area. Imagene proved to be an excellent business woman and created a thriving and successful operation. Her kindness and concern for customers and employees alike fashioned friendships that exist even today. They retired for a second time and sold their business in 1981. Again they traveled extensively visiting friends and family throughout the U.S. Imagene was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Henry B. Fronkier, parents, Gray and Alice McKown, and dear friend and cousin, Mary Edna Turner of Dallas, TX. She is survived by her daughter, Pamela Jean Peters and husband, Jay Alan Peters of Albuquerque; son, Michael David Fronkier and wife, Katheryn of Edmond, OK; grandchildren, Kathleen Lynn Fronkier and Douglas James Fronkier, both of Edmond, OK; and her cousin, Jerry Wayne Turner of Dallas, TX. She is also survived by several close and dear friends who helped her during the last few years of her journey: Linda Rubio, close friend and caregiver to both Henry and Imagene, neighbors Robert and Mary Ann Miller, and Rob and Delores Maes, and caregivers, Carol Romero, Tess Malone, and Mary Lou Gust. We would also like to thank Presbyterian Hospice. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at 3:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Jeff Lust officiating. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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GABALDON -- SR. Gregory E. Gabaldon Sr. June 20, 1960 March 14, 2003 Love lives on forever..... in the memories, in the stories, in the hearts of all whose lives have been touched by YOU. More than words can say, YOU ARE TRULY MISSED. Always in Our Thoughts, Forever in Our Hearts, Love your FAMILY AND FRIENDS
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GAVI -- Vernon P. Gavi passed away March 6, 2004 due to natural causes. Vern was survived by one daughter, Roseanne DeHerrera; four grandchildren, Johnny, Charles, Breanna, Reanna; two sisters, Lily Silva, Delores Griego; two brothers, Ray and Edward Gavi; and many stepchildren and grandchildren. We'll miss you, Vern.
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GOLIGHTLY -- Jerran S. Golightly HAPPY 23rd BIRTHDAY March 14, 1981 - February 23, 2002 Though we can no longer hold you in our arms, we will carry you in our hearts every day of our lives. You are the music in our hearts. We Love you and Miss you dearly. Mom, Dad, Daniel, your loving family and friends.
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GRIEGO -- Peter O. Griego, age 81 who was a member of a pioneer Los Griegos family passed away on Friday March 12, 2004. He is survived by his beloved wife, Emma L Griego of 57 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Maria and Predicanda Griego and his son, Peter Griego III. Peter was a member of Elks Lodge 461, and V.F.W. Post 401. He was a WW II and Korean War Anti-Aircraft Artillery Captain. He later became a reserve United States Public Health Officer. Griego retired as Chief Sanitarian in charge of the food service division for the City of Albuquerque Environmental Health Department. He was a life member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish of Los Griegos. He was a graduate of the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Science Degree. A viewing and visitation will be held Monday March 15, 2004 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday march 16, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW with Fr. Joe Vigil celebrant. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary cemetery with Charles Castillo, Robert Castillo, Frank Aragon, Larry Gordon, Russell Rhoades, and Jesus Casas Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE 884-1188
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HARRIS -- Betty J. Harris (formerly Betty Stasey) passed peacefully in her home on March 10, 2004, surrounded by family, friends, and compassionate spirits. She was born in Wadsworth, OH, in 1921. She and her family moved to Albuquerque in 1938. Betty graduated from Albuquerque High in 1940. She married Clyde Curry Stasey in 1941 and during WWII, while "Stasey" served in the Navy first in Europe and then in the South Pacific, she worked welding Liberty Ships in San Francisco harbor. They had 2 children: Linda Stasey McArthur, of Silver City, NM, and Bobbie Stasey, of Albuquerque. Clyde, a housing contractor after the War, died suddenly in 1959 in Odessa, TX. Betty graduated with a B.S. in Home Economics Education from Texas State Teachers College in 1971 and returned soon after to Albuquerque. Betty was the first Noise Control Inspector for the City of Albuquerque, and later worked for the City Environmental Health Department. During these years Betty pursued with great enthusiasm a search for true spirituality, first with The First Church of Religious Science, where she sang in their choir. Her spirit path led her to The Wisdom Fellowship, where she found a true understanding of her relationship with God and the universe, and a wonderful man named Peter S. Harris, whom she married in 1987. Betty remained a prominent teacher in the Wisdom Fellowship until her transition. Her grace and beauty will be missed. Betty's family include her daughter, Linda and husband Thomas McArthur, grandson Gregory and wife Valerie McArthur, great grandchildren Kendall Jamie and Jacob Thomas McArthur of Silver City; her daughter Bobbie Stasey and partner Ed Dziczek of Albuquerque, grandson Stasey and wife Mary Mitchell, great grandchildren Merrit Elizabeth and Erin Rose Mitchell of Wimberly, TX, and her sister Geraldine Lois Hughes of Albuquerque. Close friends include Goldialu Stone and Mike Landrigan of Albuquerque, and her 18 year-old bow-legged tabby cat "Slim." At her transition, Betty was met by her late husbands Clyde Curry Stasey and Peter Harris, great grandchildren Jamie Lynn McArthur and Jim E. Mitchell, and dear friend and minister Rev. Jane Reed. A Memorial Service and Celebration of the Life of Betty J. Harris will be held next Saturday morning, March 20, 2004, 10:00 am at 7116 Quail Springs Place NE, Albuquerque. Call 797-5597. Out of her love of animals, Betty asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in her memory to either a local animal shelter or to the animal sanctuary Best Friends, 5001 Angel Canyon Rd, Kanab, UT 84741 (1-435-644-2001) "I shall live beyond death, and I shall sing in your ears Even after the vast sea-wave carries me back To the vast sea-depth. I shall sit at your board though without a body, And I shall go with you to your fields, a spirit invisible. I shall come to you at your fireside, a guest unseen. Death changes nothing but the masks that cover our faces. The woodsman shall be still a woodsman, The ploughman, a ploughman, And he who sang his song to the wind Shall sing it also to the moving spheres." The Garden of The Prophet Kahlil Gibran Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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HARRIS -- Vinita "Nita" Evelyn Booth Harris, 83, a resident of Albuquerque for 38 years, died Tuesday, March 09, 2004 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Army Colonel (Ret) Judd Thomas Harris, Jr., in 1999. She is survived by five children; Kristin Booth Harris Pilling; Michael Thomas Harris and wife, Sandy; Craig Mitchell Harris; Steven Patrick Harris and wife, Gena all of Albuquerque; and Scott William Harris and wife, DeeDee of Fort Worth, TX. She leaves ten grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. In addition to raising five children, and being a Career Army Wife, she retired from Kirtland Weapons Lab after a long and successful civil service career in 1992. She graduated from the University of Washington, Phi Beta Kappa, was a member of Sigma Kappa Sorority and the Evening Optimist Club of Albuquerque. She was an accomplished bridge player, seamstress, water and snow skier. Services will be Monday, March 15, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday, March 15, 2004 from 8:00 a.m. until service. The family requests contributions in her memory be made to Hospice-Lovelace Medical Center, 5403 Gibson Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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HATCH -- Mary Jo Hatch, 79, peacefully passed away on March 9, 2004. She is preceded in death by her parents, Nicasio and Rosalia Garcia; brothers, Nicasio Garcia Jr., Horacio Garcia; and sister, Natalia Maestas. She is survived by sisters, Gilberta Maestas of Cuervo, NM, Vickie and husband, Zoilo Serrano, Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Pelagia Garcia of Santa Rosa, NM; brothers, Max Garcia, Albuquerque, Bonifacio Garcia and wife, Marcella of ALbuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place, and Family services will be held in Anton Chico, New Mexico.
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HUTCHINSON -- Loreta R. Hutchinson passed away on Thursday March 11, 2004 in Hobbs, New Mexico. She was born in Wister, Oklahoma on June 27, 1916. She married Elmo Hutchinson in McPherson, Kansas on November 12, 1936. Mrs. Hutchinson was a member of St. Paul's Methodist Church in Hobbs and was devoted to her family. Her services will be held on Monday, March 15 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul's Methodist Church in Hobbs. Reverend Brian Simpson will officiate. She will be laid to rest in Prairie Haven Cemetery. Mrs. Hutchinson is survived by two sons, William Hutchinson and his wife, Kay of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and David Hutchinson and his wife, Evelyn of Las Cruces, New Mexico; two grandchildren; and one great- grandchild. She is preceded in death by her husband, Elmo; one brother; and five sisters.
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LEATHERMAN -- Acie Lynn Leatherman Sr., age 65, was called home by our Heavenly Father on Friday, March 12, 2004. He was born July 10, 1938, in Stevenville, TX. Acie was preceded in death by his parents, Burl O. and Mary Ellen Leatherman; a baby son, Johnny Wayne Leatherman; brothers, Johnny and Dwain Leatherman; and sisters, Alberta Dacy and Christine Mills. He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Evalyn; three sons, Acie Lynn Jr. and wife, Kelly, Garland Wayne Sr. and wife, Diane and James David and wife, Dawn; six grandchildren, Jana Jill and husband, Dominic Duran, Stephanie Lynn, Garland W. Jr., David, Ashley and Audrey Leatherman; sisters, Imogene Smith of Albuquerque and Wynell Leatherman of Texas; brother, Garland Leatherman of Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law who loved him very much. Acie moved to New Mexico in the early fifties where he met and married Evalyn on June 25, 1960. They moved to Washington State for a few years where he worked for Weyerhaeuer in the lumber industry. They moved back to Albuquerque where he worked in the trucking industry for many years. Acie loved to hunt and fish with his sons and to have all of the grandchildren and family around him. He enjoyed keeping in touch with his CB buddies and friends. Acie loved New Mexico but was always a Texan at heart. Acie's humor and laughter will be missed by all. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Ernest Key officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jerry Crites, Johnny Piper, Charlie Crites, Dominic Duran, Larry Fechter and Mark Gibson. Honorary pallbearers will be Bret Gibson and Jay Johnson. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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LEYBA -- Atilano Leyba and mother, Josifita Leyba. Happy Birthday Dad and Mom. A million times we miss you, a million times we cried. If love could have saved you, you never would have died. Your Family
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LOCKHART -- Patricia H. Lockhart died March 8, 2004 in Albuquerque after an illness. She was born April 1, 1934 in Ojo Caliente, N.M. to Thomp and Nell Henry. Patricia graduated from The Lorretto Academy in Santa Fe, N.M. in 1951 and also from New Mexico A & M (now NMSU) in 1955. She retired from UNM in 1999 where she was an administrative assistant in the English Department. Patricia is survived by two sons, Bill and Mike Lockhart, both of Albuquerque; also two nieces, Judy Bredon of Peralta, N.M. and Sherrie Niedbala and husband, John of Albuquerque, N.M., also nephews, Randy Henry and wife, Jimme of Albuquerque, Robert Digneo and wife, Rita of Austin, TX, Charles and James Digneo, both of Albuquerque; grandson, Henry Lockhart of Albuquerque and numerous grandnieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned.
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LOPEZ -- Rita. The family of Ms. Rita 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, for their kind donations to St. Mary's Catholic School, a special thank you to Father Richard Mcgowan, Immaculate Conception Church, celebrant of the Mass, to Father Dean for reciting the rosary and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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LUCERO -- Rumalda "Romy" Lucero born April 15, 1930, a resident of Albuquerque, born in Santa Fe, went home Wednesday March 10th. She survived by her five children, Betty, Theresa, Linda, Christina, and Michael. Four sisters and three brothers, Albert, Robert, Martin, Mary, Dora, Virginia, & Gloria. She also has twelve grandchildren. A rosary will be recited on Monday, March 15, 2004 at Sangre De Cristo Church, located at 8901 Candelaria Rd, NE 7:00 p.m. Funeral and mass will be held the next day at same Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow to Rosario Cemetery located at 499 N. Guadalupe, Santa Fe, NM at 1:30p.m.
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MCCARTY -- Jasper "Newt" McCarty, 69, a resident of Rio Rancho, died Thursday, March 11, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Joan of 39 years; daughter, Jillene Jones and husband, Dave, all of Rio Rancho; sons, Newt McCarty and wife, Amy of Albuquerque and Jonathan McCarty and wife, Suzanne of Peralta; eight grandchildren, Tanner and Morgan Rawson, Lilly, Karina and Rhett McCarty, Levi, Jacob and Noah McCarty; sister, Luana Hopkins of Vinita, OK; and brother, David W. McCarty and Ruth Des Jardins of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. McCarty was a veteran of the Korean Conflict having served in the U.S. Navy. He was founder of Joan's Chili Pepper Emporium and formerly associated with Mac's Steak in the Rough restaurants. He will be dearly remembered as a loving and devoted, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Si Budagher officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Health Care Foundation, Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, P.O. Box 26666, 87125. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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PARKER -- Zillah Lee Parker, longtime Hidden Valley on the Pecos River enthusiast peacefully went to see our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 13, 2004. She was 81. Known as Pat to many after settling in Albuquerque in 1949 she was cherished as a loyal and true friend. She is survived by her loving husband, Ernest Leland Parker to whom she had been married for 61 years; her sons, Daniel Glen Parker and his wife, Ellen, James Henry Parker and his wife, Lynn, Raymond Ernest Parker and his wife, Natalie, and daughters, Camille Lee Parker, and Pamela Marie Smith and her husband, Roy and by one sibling, Leland Hogan and his wife, Donna. She is survived by seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren all of whom she adored. Pat migrated to New Mexico from her roots in Mississippi where her father was a lifetime Baptist minister. A working mother she was a Sandia Labs and Albuquerque Public Schools employee until opening her own restaurant in Pecos, New Mexico. Her college coach named her Pat after introducing her when he came across her real name which he could not imagine or comprehend. Found in Genesis, Zillah was a descendent from the land of Nod East of Eden. Services will be at Strong Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal SE on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. A reception to follow at Albuquerque Meadows Retirement Center.
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PIERCE -- Phillip Ray "Muggins" Pierce November 20, 1926 - March 7, 1998 Six years have come and gone, And although your physical presence Has been greatly missed, Your spiritual presence is a powerful force In all of your family's lives. You are with us everywhere and Your love will forever be our guide. We take great comfort knowing that You are resting in peace. We love you, Hazel, Shari, Suzanne, Dick, Dicky and all of your grandchildren
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POWSNER -- Jennie Powsner, 93, a resident of Albuquerque for the past three years, died peacefully on Saturday, March 6, 2004. She is survived by her daughters, Alice Powsner of Albuquerque, and Cynthia Powsner, of Paris, France, and two grandchildren, Sachiel Slavin of Berkeley, California, and Nikiforos Tsimbidaros, of Paris. Her husband of 72 years, Isidore Powsner, passed away two years ago. Jennie was born in Brooklyn, New York. Since the early 1930s, she devoted her time and energy to promoting social and economic justice and world peace. She was active in the civil rights movement wherever she lived. An articulate conversationalist and debater, she challenged friends and neighbors to think about difficult issues of local, national, and international politics and the social environment. She was an artist whose work was exhibited in numerous art shows in New York State. Her recent paintings capture her enchantment with New Mexico's landscape, Flora, and Pueblo communities. After cremation, her remains will be taken to Kerhonkson, NY where she and her husband built their own home and where they lived for many years. A local memorial service will be announced soon.
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PRESSLEY -- Dorsey McGregor Pressley, 81, a resident of Albuquerque for 11 years, died Friday, March 12, 2004. She is survived by her daughters, Dr. Paula Huguley and husband, Carl of Albuquerque, and Dr. Pam Abraham of Philadelphia, PA; grandchildren, Dawn Bascomb and husband Brian of Albuquerque, and Lisa Huguley of Seattle, WA; and great-grandchildren, Natalie Bascomb and Louis Bascomb. She was preceded in death by her husband, C.R. Pressley Jr. in 1953, and her brother, Hugh Allen McGregor. Dorsey graduated from TCU with a BS in nursing in 1963. She was director of nursing services for the Tarrant County Chapter of the American Red Cross in Ft. Worth, TX for over 27 years. She also received special recognition for her work in disaster operations from the American Red Cross. She traveled to Albuquerque in 1992 to be closer to family where she resided until her death. Services will be held on Monday, March 15, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. at the Montgomery Blvd. Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Greenwood Memorial Park in Ft. Worth, TX. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Sunday, March 14, 2004 from 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross - Nursing Services, 142 Monroe NE, 87108. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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RAGNI -- Anne Frances Ragni passed away February 15, 2004 at the age of 82. Anne F. Butkovich was born November 18, 1921 in Dawson, NM. In 1941, she married John "Jay" Ragni, who just predeceased her January 11, 2004. They were married 63 years. In 1950, they moved to Beaverton, OR. where she was a homemaker. They were members of St. Pius X Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Grubesic. Survivors include son, John P. Ragni of Arkadelphia, AK; daughters, Jan Ragni of Portland, OR, Linda Walker of Virginia Beach, VA; sisters, Kathryn Kalcevic of Bennett, CO and Rose Skinner of Banks, OR; brothers, Frank and Albert Butkovich of Portland, OR; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A Funeral Mass was held February 20, 2004 in Portland, OR.
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ROMERO -- Isidro J. The family of Mr. Isidro J. Romero 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 Raby Nichols, St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, presider of the Mass, to Eileen Montoya for reciting the Rosary and to the staff at the V.A. Medical Center for their kindess. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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SALAS -- Sofie. The family of Mrs. Sofie N. Salas would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful tributes and a special thank you to Father Joe Nelson, Holy Family Catholic Church, presider of the Funeral Mass, to Deacon Santos Abeyta for reciting the Rosary and to the pallbearers. Arrangement by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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SEGURA -- Thomas A. Segura. The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Memorial Services. They would also like to express the gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW Alb., NM 87102 (505)247-4124
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SHEA -- Lorraine Catherine Shea of Albuquerque, NM formerly of Chicago, IL. Passed away March 7 2004. Born August 7, 1922 she has been involved in many charitable activities, American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, and St. Vincent DePaul Society. She was a devoted and caring LPN for over 30 years. Her father, George W. Jones; mother, Eleanor Stapleton; her husband, William Shea; and granddaughter, Katherine Williams preceded her in death. She will be joining many love ones as she enters eternal life. She is survived by daughters, Beverly Carr of Elgin Il, Maureen Carr of Rio Rancho NM, Mary Weiss (Richard Weiss) of Hinsdale, IL, and Rita Foley (Paul Foley) of Orlando, FL. She will be missed by her eight grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Memorial Mass will take place March 19, 2004, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church 1818 Coal PL. Albuquerque New Mexico.
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SMITH -- Betty Jo Smith, 63, formerly of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, March 5, 2004 in Chesapeake, Virginia, where she lived the past two years to be near her daughter. She fought a courageous battle for four years with A.L.S., also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. She was the daughter of the late Anastacio and Villa Lopez Martinez and worked for 16 years as an advertising layout designer for the Albuquerque Journal/Tribune before making her home in San Diego, CA for 16 years. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Robert "Bob" Smith; a daughter, Terry D. Erwin of Chesapeake, VA; a son, Steven Ruiz of Kenosha, WI; two stepsons, Steven Smith of Golden, CO and Robert Smith of Albuquerque; four grandsons, Andrew and Matthew Erwin and Kevin and Joshua Ruiz; a son-in-law, Brian Erwin; and three daughters-in-law, Susan Ruiz, Tina Smith and Lena Smith. She is also survived by a sister, Evelyn Ivey of Las Vegas, NV and the late Lorraine Martinez of Albuquerque; and four brothers, Clyde Martinez, Jerry Martinez, Rick Martinez and Bobby Martinez, all of Albuquerque. A funeral service will be held Friday, March 19, 2004, at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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STREIT -- Brandy K. Streit. Perhaps you brought or served food. Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a floral piece, if so, we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friends could say; perhaps you were not there at all, just thought or prayed for us that day. Whatever part the Lord had you play to console our hearts, we thank you so much and may He bless each one of you. The family of Brandy K. Streit. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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TENORIO -- ALICE. The family of Mrs. Alice A. Tenorio would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavment; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Ron Gonzales, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, presider of the Mass, to Deacon Harry Beare for reciting the Rosary; to the Staff at Albuquerque Regional Medical Center for their kindness and care and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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TRUJILLO -- Rochelle Trujillo. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this trying time. Special thanks to those whom accompanied the family for the Rosary and Funeral Services; for the beautiful floral tributes, cards, food and spiritual support. Your kindness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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TUDOR -- In loving memory of William A. Tudor Jr. (BILLY) DEAR SON AND BROTHER who passed away 14 years ago MARCH 13, 1990. It's been 14 years but yet it seems like only yesterday since we held your hand and told you just how much we loved you, and you quietly slipped away. Fourteen years ago your golden heart stopped beating, God took you home to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, HE only takes the best!! MARCH 6th, your 44th BIRTHDAY, was such a sad and agonizing day. All we could do was visit your crypt, attend your MASS, bring you flowers, with broken hearts we prayed and prayed for hours. If we could have one lifetime wish, one thing that would bring us happiness and bliss, One dream that could come true, we would pray to God with all our hearts for yesterday and YOU!! The hardest thing we ever had to do in life is let you go. A part of us died with you and we love you so! There is not a single minute of every single day, no matter what we say or do, "DEAR BILLY" that we do not miss and think of you. Although it seems like only yesterday when you sat upon our knee, OH, such sweet and precious memories that you have given and left with me! It also seems like only yesterday when you began to talk, and with your tiny hand held tightly and proudly in mine, YOU learned to walk. As precious years have come and gone, I've treasured each and every one. I LOVE and MISS YOU more than words can ever say my DEAR SON!! So parents please LOVE YOUR CHILDREN while you may, for I'd give anything if my son could be alive and with us here today! Nothing is more beautiful than the memories we have of you, to us YOU WERE SOMEONE SPECIAL, we know God thought so too! You will forever be one of the most SPECIAL PEOPLE in our life. When you passed beyond our present sight and left us and the world we know without your RADIANT LIGHT, we all knew that like a candle your BRILLIANT LIGHT WOULD FOREVER SHINE,to brighten up another place MORE PERFECT AND MORE DIVINE! In the realm of HEAVEN where you shine so warm and bright, YOU will live forever in GOD'S ETERNAL LIGHT. YOUR MEMORY is our keepsake, with that we will never part, GOD has you in HIS keeping, we have you in our hearts! You are not forgotten DEAR SON and BROTHER, nor will YOU ever be, as long as our life and memory last we will always love and REMEMBER YOU!! Softly the leaves of memory fall, gently we gather and treasure them all, unseen, unheard you are always near still loved still missed and OH! SO VERY DEAR. IF OUR TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY AND HEARTACHES MAKE A LANE, WE WOULD GLADLY WALK TO HEAVEN AND BRING YOU BACK AGAIN. The memories of you are forever etched in our heart, we feel your presence daily and we will never truly be apart! A million times I've needed you, A million times I've cried, if our LOVE alone could have saved you, Billy, you never would have died! So another lonely and tormenting year has passed us by, we will remember our last good-bye, we were all there with you when you breathed your last breath and I held your hand, unless you are a mother and have lost a son or daughter, no one can fully understand!! Your last three words spoken were,"I LOVE YOU" and we all knew the love that was in your heart and mind. They will always be cherished in all of our hearts you left behind. It is so sad but true and we often wonder WHY? The very best are always the first to die? It broke our hearts to lose you, BILLY, but you did not go alone, a part of us went with you, the day GOD called you home. Billy, no matter what life without you brings, one thing for certain you have always been the wind beneath our wings!! SON, THANK YOU FOR BEING SO SPECIAL. YOU JUST KNEW, RIGHT FROM THE START HOW TO BRING JOY TO OUR HEART! YOU JUST KNEW HOW TO LOVE AND TO GIVE, AND YOU DID SUCH SWEET AND WONDERFUL THINGS, EVERY SINGLE DAY THAT YOU WERE ALLOWED TO LIVE. YOU WERE ALWAYS THINKING OF US AND OTHERS, NEVER THINKING OF YOURSELF AND I AM SO PROUD THAT GOD CHOSE ME TO BE YOUR MOTHER!! YOU WERE ALWAYS A BLESSING, FOR ALL THE GOOD THAT YOU DID WHEREVER YOU WENT, SUCH A SWEET WAY OF LIFE, FOR INDEED YOU WERE VERY SPECIAL AND YOU WERE HEAVEN SENT!!! OUR MEMORIES OF YOU REMAIN AS TREASURES SO REAL, FOR YOUR DEATH, BILLY, IS A HEARTACHE EVEN TIME WON'T EVER HEAL!! "We can shed tears that he is gone or we can smile because he has lived. We can close our eyes and pray that he will Come back Or we can open our eyes and see all he has Left. Our hearts can be empty because We can't see him Or we can be full of the love we shared. We can turn our back on tomorrow and Live yesterday Or we can be happy for tomorrow because Of yesterday. We can remember him and Only that he is gone Or we can cherish his memory and Let it live on. We can cry and close our mind, be empty and turn our back Or we can do what he would want: SMILE, OPEN OUR EYES, LOVE AND GO ON" SADLY MISSED BY YOUR LOVING MOTHER, ROSE ANN AND BROTHER, ROBERT.
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WELCH -- Ethel Welch died March 1, 2004 of chronic heart disease and lung cancer. She was 74 years old. She made a career of caring for the elderly and loved to play bingo. Ethel's family includes her daughters, Karen Baird, Donna Bauer, Leslie Hoelzel, and Kathleen Barksdale; her son, David Welch; and her son-in-law, Douglas Baird. The service will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on April 2, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Donations to the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society are being accepted in lieu of flowers. She will rest with her husband, David; and her daughter, Suzette.
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