Search Results

ADKINS -- Edwin "Ed" Dale Adkins, 62, a resident of New Mexico for the past 13 years passed away on Friday, March 26, 2004. Ed was born May 13, 1941 the son of Howard Charles and Ina Mae Lawrie Adkins in St. Joseph, Missouri. He had been in Route Sales for a commercial vending company. He came to New Mexico from St. Joseph, Missouri. Ed was preceded in death by one daughter, Nicole LeAnn; and one granddaughter, Karlee. He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Marilyn of Rio Rancho; four children, Angie Adkins-Embrey and husband, George of Springfield, IL, Kamela Mergler and husband, David of Rio Rancho, Christopher Meador and wife, Sherrye of Holt, MO, and Tracie Sharp and husband, Rick of Wathena, KS; eight grandchildren, Aron Sharp, Taylor Meador, Max Adkins-Embrey, Byron Meador, Kayda Mergler, Brannon Meador, Canon Sharp, and Mason Meador; one sister, Barbara Owens; and one brother, Darryl Adkins; numerous nieces, nephews, and his many dear friends. A special thanks to the staff of the Heart Hospital of New Mexico for their care and compassion in helping our family. The Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 31, 2004 from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 p.m. with the Service at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. Honorary pallbearers will be Curtis Adkins, Darryl Adkins, Joseph Mergler, Gere Borman, Maurice Just, and Michael Coyne. It has been suggested that Memorial Contributions be made to New Mexico Donor Services, 2715 Broadbent Pkwy. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

BEAUDET -- Lorna Catherine (Foster) Beaudet, became our Angel on 3/18/04. Remembrance Mass will be celebrated Friday, April 2, 2004, 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette.
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

BECKER -- Karen Becker, a resident of Albuquerque for 23 years, died on Thursday, March 18, 2004 in California. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Russell Becker; mother, Colleen Wilt; father, James Dyche; brothers, Larry Dyche and wife, Deborah, Robin Dyche and wife, Carol and Kim Wilt and wife, Donna, all of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at 3:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel.
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

BYBEE -- Naoma A. Bybee, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1984, died Monday, March 29, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Dennis Bybee of Albuquerque; a daughter, Donna Lewis and husband, Bradley of Long Beach, CA; two sisters, Gypsy Goodman of Wilmington, OH and Edna Frazier, Covington, KY. Mrs. Bybee worked for the Army and Air Force Exchange Services for more than 25 years. She was a wonderful, loving wife and mother. Services are pending. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

CARPER -- Mr. Donald L. ( Don ) Carper, 65, a resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico passed away on March 28, 2004. Mr. Carper is the beloved husband of 37 years to Mrs. Etta Carper. Mr. Carper is also survived by three daughters, Wanda Grega and husband, Mike, Teresa Parrish and Trina Masiewicz; three sons, Danny Denning and girlfriend, Sheryl, Mark Carper and George Carper; one sister, Dola McCutcheon and husband, John; 11 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Carper was preceded in death by his son, David Carper; his parents, George and Ullane Carper. Mr. Carper is a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force proudly serving 27 years to his country. A visitation for Mr. Carper will be Wednesday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. A final visitation will be Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial with a Funeral Service to be held at 10:00 a.m. by Pastor Larry Chandler. Military Honors by the D.A.V. Chapter # 3. Private disposition will take place. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

CASTILLO-JARAMILLO -- Angelita Castillo-Jaramillo. Our beautiful mother, Angelita Castillo-Jaramillo left us to be with Our Heavenly Father this 27th day of March 2004. Angela was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Prudencio and Irene Castillo; and her sister, Isabel all of Santa Rosa, New Mexico. She is survived by her two sons, Eloy Jr., and Gabriel Jaramillo of Albuquerque; her daughter and son-in-law, Vanessa and Wilford Griego; her two young granddaughters, Brittany and Sarah. Angela will be greatly missed by her seven sisters and three brothers, Bernie, Sylvia, Bella, Seferina, Helen, Imogene, Christine, Joe Gene, Manuel and Vincent. Angelita was born and raised in Santa Rosa, NM, and later became a resident of Albuquerque. Angela was a faithful member of St. Therese Little Flower Parish. She was employed with American Home Furnishings and greatly enjoyed her job. Our mother was a beautiful green-eyed woman who loved her children, her pets, Bandit and Poncho, and her cozy little home. She was full of life and laughter. Services will be held at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Santa Rosa, NM. on Wednesday, March 31, 2004. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., with burial to follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery in Milagro, NM. Special thanks to UNMH Cancer Center and Odyssey home health care. Forever will we miss you, Always will we love you and Never will we forget you. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW ABQ 343-8008.
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

CLINE -- Donald Cline, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1942, passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2004. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on November 9th, 1920, the youngest of seven children. As a teenager, he developed a serious lung condition and, after a number of years of unsuccessful treatment, his doctors told him that his only hope was to move to a drier climate. He left his family and friends back home and, having never seen so much as a picture postcard of Albuquerque, arrived here by train on his 22nd birthday. He checked into the YMCA across the street from the old Alvarado train station and started his new life. This new life turned out to be a series of fortunate circumstances, not the least of which was overcoming his lung condition. He eventually obtained employment at Stromberg's, a local men's clothing store. As he said many times, his most fortunate circumstance occurred in 1946 when he was introduced to his future wife, Dorothy Childers, by a mutual friend. They married September 29, 1947. He remained with Stromberg's for over thirty years where he retired as vice-president of the corporation. He was elected president of the Winrock Merchant's Association several times and was also on the board of directors of the Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce and Better Business Bureau and was a member of the 20/30 Club. He gave many of Albuquerque's current business leaders their first jobs and instilled in them the work ethic that had served him so well. While his tenure at Stromberg's allowed him to indulge his passion for the retail business and fine men's clothing, he was also equally passionate about American luxury automobiles. His close friends will truly understand the following line; He has owned over 75 cars and there was never a speck of dust on any of them. Through Stromberg's, his love of cars and his gregarious nature, he developed literally hundreds of friends, every one of whom would agree that he was genuinely thoughtful and caring and a man of unrivaled honesty, integrity, gener osity and humor. He will be sorely missed by all. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy, two sons, John and Jeffrey, and two granddaughters, Lindsey and Jamie Cline, all residents of Albuquerque. A Memorial Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 1, 2004, 5:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with the Marianites reciting. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, April 2, 2004, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, Claremont and Vermont St. NE, with Father Ronald Bruckner, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lovelace Hospice, 5403 Gibson Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or Casa Angelica 5629 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

DAVIS -- Thelma T. Davis, of Duncanville, TX., passed away March 23, 2004, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Gail and Chris Saul. She was a longtime resident of Albuquerque. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Frances Taylor; her husband, Norton Davis; and daughter, Lorraine Oakes. Mrs. Davis is survived by her daughter, Gail Saul and husband, Chris; son-in-law, Roy Oakes; grandchildren, Donna, Victor and Richard Martinez, Michael and John Oakes; niece, Shirley Chauvin; nephew, Skip Chauvin; and seven great-grandchildren and many dear relatives and friends. Thelma had a caring heart that loved unconditionally always placing the needs of others above her own. She was our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Rosary and Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, April 3, 2004, at 8:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Annunciation Church, 2532 Vermont N.E. Albuquerque, NM 887110. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

EBY -- Ida May "Pat" Eby, 88, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, March 28, 2004. Services are pending. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

FILLARE -- Roy R. Fillare, 64, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, March 26, 2004. He is survived by his daughter, Kim Fillare; son, Frank Fillare; daughter, Rita Fillare; and daughter, Sandra Cangiolsi and husband, Richard, all of Albuquerque; mother, Rosalie Fillare; sisters, Angela Gilbert and husband, Larry, Joan Ecker and husband, Raymond and Bernice Bennett and husband, John; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Roy served his country in the Army for four years and then retired as a police officer. Roy was dedicated to his position as vice president of the G.A.I.N. organization, and protecting the rights of grandparents and grandchildren. He was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, who will be missed by all those who knew him. A mass will take place at Sangre de Crisco Catholic Community, 8901 Candelaria NE on Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel on Tuesday, March 30, 2004 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

GONZALES -- Peggy Gonzales, 40, of Macintosh, New Mexico, born June 30, 1963 in Grants, New Mexico passed away on March 27, 2004 in Albuquerque after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her fiance, Jesse Lucero Jr. of Albuquerque; her sons, Derrick Gonzales of Albuquerque, Jesse Lucero III and Andrew Gary Lucero of Macintosh; mother, Ana Mae Gonzales-Valencia; and stepfather, Agustine T. Valencia of Albuquerque; one brother, Eugene Gonzales and wife, Shelina of San Mateo, New Mexico; two sisters, Loretta Salazar and husband, Walter of Yuma, Arizona and Shannan Gonzales of Thoreau; numerous nieces and nephews. Viewing will be held from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2004 with Rosary following at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande Catholic Church located at 5901 St. Joseph's Dr. NW, in Albuquerque. Funeral Services will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande. Final resting place will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque. Pallbearers: Walter Salazar Sr., Anthony Jaramillo, Harold Salazar, Matthew Salazar, Anthony Lucero, and James Lucero. Honorary pallbearers: Walter Salazar Jr., Julian Salazar, Abrya Baca, Shantel Salazar, Dawnielle Gonzales and Ricky Barranca.
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

MARTINEZ -- In Loving Memory of Steve Martinez September 22, 1926 - March 30, 1994 Dear Dad, Today is the tenth anniversary since you were taken from us. We keep you in our hearts and our minds every day and we'll never forget you. Wherever you are, you must know that we love and miss you. Love always, Abby, Donna, Stephen and June.
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

MARTINEZ -- Ramon A. Martinez, 86, Our beloved father has returned to the arms of His Beloved Heavenly Father. Ramon "Rafael" "Cono" "Company Wep" Martinez passed away on Friday, March 26, 2004, after a lingering illness. A visitation will be held one hour before all services.The Liturgy/Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, March 29, 2004, at Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco SW; the Rosary will be prayed on Tuesday, March 30, 2004, at 10:00 a.m., with interment later that day at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Direct Funeral Services in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

MCCANN -- Charles James (Chuck) McCann, born May 25, 1940 in Detroit, Michigan, died of myelodyplastic syndrome in VA Hospice, Albuquerque on March 29, 2004. Chuck was preceded in death by his father, George McCann and his mother, Hermina Picot. He served his country for five years in the U.S. Army, and was active with The Citizens'Police Academy, Neighborhood Watch, and the Neighborhood Association. He and his business partner, Matthew Valerio-Hirschfeld, owners of Can Do LLC were nominated by their neighbors and recognized as "Citizen Heroes" in 2003 for pro bono service to elderly homeowners. Chuck found great joy and peace in his spiritual life with his renewed commitment to Christian service as a member of Christchurch, 516 Juan Tabo SE. He requested no formal memorial service be held, however gifts may be given in his memory to Christchurch, P.O.Box 50998 87181-0998 or VA Cancer Treatment. His final wishes were to thank all who ministered and provided comfort and care. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd., NE Albuquerque, NM 87109
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

MEYER -- Virginia L. Meyer, age 84, died Friday, March 26, 2004. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Milton Meyer of Albuquerque, daughter, Letha Oman and her husband Don of Albuquerque; grandchild, Jennifer Oman of Phoenix, AZ; cousins, Roberta Nichols of Long Beach, CA, Marie Millett, of Sarasota, FL and Monnie Hunt of Arkansas City, KS. Virginia was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was a lover of the Southwestern Mountains, music, literature and poetry. She was a woman of incredible faith who was an educator and lifelong learner. She was a true lady with a great sense of humor. Virginia was selfless and never hesitated to give to others. In lieu of flowers please send memorial contributions to McCollum Elementary Library, 10900 San Jacinto, 87112. Services will be held Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Covenant United Methodist Church, 8510 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

MITCHELL -- Alma Nelle Cashion Mitchell born June 7, 1913 in Wesson, Mississippi, the third child of Daniel Newton Cashion and Beulah Olivia Connally Cashion. At an early age her family-parents. Brother, James and sister, Mildred- moved to Monroe, Louisiana. Through the untimely deaths of first her sister, then her mother and finally her father she was orphaned at the age of 12. She spent the years aged 12 through 20 at the Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, Louisiana when she graduated from Louisiana Tech University in 1933 at the height of the Depression. Over the next two years she taught school in Louisiana and in College Station, Texas ending up in Amarillo, Texas working for the U.S. government. She continued west arriving in Albuquerque in 1937 where she was employed as a bookkeeper with the Charles Ilfeld Company. As a young single woman she took up residence at Mrs. Barber's boarding house near the Albuquerque Public Library on Edith NE where she met Claude Stephen Mitchell who became her husband in 1938 in Taos. Casey Mitchell, born in Vinita, Oklahoma, was raised in Gallup, Las Vegas, and Roy, N. M. graduating from Roy High School and the attending UNM. During the Second World War while ?Casey? served with the Army Motion Picture Service in the Pacific, Nelle and their two children, Stephanie and Stephen, lived in Taos with Mr. Mitchell's mother, Fern Hogue Mitchell. The family returned to Albuquerque in 1952. Mrs. Mitchell joined the staff of the UNM Records and Admissions offices in 1952. She served as Supervisor of Records, Assistant Registrar and administered the relationships between the U.S. Selective Service and UNM students during the Vietnam war. She received a Selective Service Certificate of Merit from President Richard M. Nixon. Mrs. Mitchell retired from UNM in 1974. Following her retirement Nelle traveled extensively in the U. S. with her husband visiting 37 states. For a number of years she ran the Thrift Shop on north Fourth Street for St. John's Episcopal Cathedral. In 1987 she was received and feted by the mayor and city of Figeac, France, the town from which her Huguenot ancestor, Reverend Jean Casion, immigrated to Virginia in 1619. Mrs. Mitchell moved to Taos in 1988 and returned to Albuquerque in 1993 where she resided at Valle Norte Caring Center until her death. Nelle was an accomplished designer and seamstress and an ardent gardener, planning and maintaining extensive gardens at her home and at St. John's Episcopal Cathedral. She was a member of Zia chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and a former President of the Wardrobe Workers Union Local. Mrs. Mitchell is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Lee Bennett-Smith of Vero Beach, Florida; and her son, Stephen Connally Mitchell of Chicago, Illinois; two grandsons, Brendan Terence Bennett of Johannesburg, South Africa and Graham Stephen Mitchell of Chicago, Illinois; and a great-granddaughter, Caitlin Ashley Bennett of Johannesburg. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of St. John's Episcopal Cathedral, 318 Silver Ave. SW Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be on Saturday April 3, 2004 in the Riverview Cemetery in Monroe, Louisiana. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Unit 200 Activity Fund, Valle Northe Caring Center, 8200 Horizon Blvd., NE Albuquerque, NM 87113. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

MOORE -- T.L. "Chick" Moore, 87, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, March 27, 2004. He is survived by his son, Tom E. Moore and wife Candy of Albuquerque; grandson, T.J. "James" Moore of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Tracy Moore Hoitt and husband Mike of Edgewood; two great-grandsons, Thomas "Tommy" and Alonzo both of Edgewood; step-mother, Lera G. Moore of Albuquerque; and step-sons, Jerald Sutherland and wife Kay of Virginia, and Bruce Sutherland and wife Margo of Albuquerque. He is preceded in death by his wife Wanda Moore. Services will be held on Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary - Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Tuesday, March 30, 2004 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Casa Angelica Home, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, 87105, or the Ronald McDonald House Charities, Attn: Sue Glenn, 1011 Yale NE, 87106. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

MOYA -- Joseph M. Moya, 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 247-4124
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

PRICE -- Zeven Vollney Price, 1, went home to be with the Lord on March 28, 2004. He was born on June 8, 2002 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his parents, John and Jessica Price; his sister, Faith Gary and his grandparents. Visitations will be held Tuesday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Stover Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

REGISTER -- Tammy Lynn Register, 37, a resident of Albuquerque for 11 years, died on March 26, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Michael Register of Albuquerque; two sons, Alex and Marc Register both of Albuquerque; parents, Gomer and Edie Gray of Los Alamos; sister, Selene Musslewhite and husband, Brent of Laramie, Wyoming; brother, James Gray of San Luis Obispio, California; paternal grandmother, Goldie Gray of Los Alamos and maternal grandmother, Anna Stephens of Winnsboro, Texas. Tammy is also survived by three nieces and three nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Don Stephens Sr., on Thursday, March 25, 2004. Tammy was born and raised in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She graduated from Los Alamos High School in 1984 and completed three years at NMSU. Tammy enjoyed softball, skiing, and four wheeling and loved to sing as a part of her church youth choir and worship team in her adult years. She was always active in her local church. Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, April 1, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel with Pastor Perry Floyd, officiating. Ennichement will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NW. Memorial contributions may be made in Tammy's name to the Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

RISINGER -- Kathryn L. Risinger, 70, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963 and longtime resident of Mart, TX, died Friday, March 26, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Fay Risinger, Sr.; five sons, Fay Albert Risinger, Jr. and wife Ruth, Jim Risinger and wife Jo Ann, Randall Risinger and wife Ann, all of Albuquerque, Ron Risinger and wife Kathryn J. of Rio Rancho, and Richard Risinger and wife Leslie of Jefferson, AR; daughter, Linda L. Jones and husband Donald of Mart, TX; four sisters, Loretta Clark and husband David of Mart, TX, Virginia Dubreiel and husband Kenneth of Chalmette, LA, Irma Knight and husband Jack of Springdale, Arkansas, and Jessie Knight of Eldorado, AR; 23 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Kathryn married Fay Risinger on January 1, 1950. She excelled in arts and crafts, seamstressing, ceramics, oil paintings, woodcrafts, interior decorating, and antiques. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She gave herself completely to her family, especially when her husband was stationed overseas. Services will be held on Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, 6400 Gibson SE. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

RODRIGUEZ -- Miss Maria Louisa Rodriguez, Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Ascension Church. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. S.W. Rosary service will be held Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at the Ascension Church. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

ROSS -- John James Ross, Jr., 90, died on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 after a brief illness. John is survived by his wife, Paula; his son, Larry and wife, Mildred; stepson, Stephen Stronach and wife, Dorothy; stepdaughter, Tonimarie Dudley and husband, Jim; stepdaughter, Gwen Amm; sister, Shirley Tomsick; several grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his parents, John and Davida Ross; his first wife, Lucy; and three sisters, Mary Margaret Moore, Frances Catherine Towndrow, and Sara Murray. A Memorial Service celebrating John's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30, 2004, at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy, NE, with Pastor Don Wilson and Pastor Ken Moore officiating. Reception following service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Dogs for the Deaf, c/ o Judy Weatherford, Treasurer, Zia Roamers, 540 Mesilla NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108-2045.
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

UTSINGER -- Edna Crownoble Utsinger, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Wednesday, March 24, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Keith Utsinger whom she married April 10, 1982. She is also survived by her daughter, Carol Wilson and husband, Paul of Turner, OR; granddaughter, Patricia Karabel of Anchorage, AK; three great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Alex and Chris of Anchorage, AK; and a sister, Louise DeWoody of Salem, OR. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Clarence "Pete" Crownoble; and sister, Alice Stewart. Edna was a member of Immanuel Presbyterian Church. She was a registered nurse and worked at several local hospitals including Veterans Administration, Memorial Hospital and St. Josephs. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, April 3, 2004, at 3:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Memorial Contributions may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 5201 Venice NE Ste. A & B, Albuquerque, NM 87113. Edna will be greatly missed. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

VIGIL -- Maria (Fidelia) Vigil , 70, born in Las Vegas, New Mexico on October 30, 1933 to Raquela Lucero and Edwardo Aragon. She was a resident of Albuquerque and a catholic parishioner of the Church of the Ascension. She is preceded in death by her sons, Victor Vigil and Michael Vigil. Mrs. Vigil is survived by her husband of 48 years, Jose Vigil; daughter, Jeanne Michael and husband Raymond Trujillo; sons, Henry Vigil and wife Lucy, Jesse Vigil, Leroy Vigil, Joseph Vigil and Don Vigil; step-daughter, Yolanda Herrera; sisters, Barbara Lujan and Olimpia Gallegos and husband Fred; 12 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Ascension. Interment will follow at the Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ida Guy, Denise Chavez, Carla Vigil Jessica Vigil, Monica Maestas, Frances Matta, Michael Lovato and Lorenzo Vigil. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

WALKER -- William E. Walker, a 50 year resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 25, 2004. He was born on November 17, 1916 to Carl D. and Grace Walker in San Antonio, TX. He was proud to have served his country in the United States Air Force from 1935 to 1957. After retiring from the Air Force he went on to retire from the Civil Service. He was a 50 year member of the Masonic Lodge and a longtime member of the Shrine. William was also a member of the Solo Club of Albuquerque and made many lifelong friends with them. William is survived by his daughters, Billie Day and Fran Ridens; his son, Jeff Walker; his companion, Wanda Gordon; six grandchildren; and a host of beloved friends and loved ones. William will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Services will be held on Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at exactly 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery with military honors by the Kirtland Air Force Base Honor Detail. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, P.O. Box 8410, Albuquerque, NM 87198. Services under the care of: Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. Albuquerque, NM (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004

WRIGHT -- Elizabeth Campbell Wright, 72, a native of Clydebank, Scotland, and a long time resident and business owner in Albuquerque, passed away on March 27, 2004. Her adoring husband of 53 years Patrick; their children- Patricia, Jim, John, Craig, and Keith; their spouses John (Sharp), Susan, Cindy, Dee, and Stephanie, and her thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren give thanks for her life. Her love, humor, courage, and compassion have left an indelible mark which death cannot erase. A Memorial service to commemorate her life will be held Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE at 10:00 am In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made in her memory to the High Desert Pipes and Drums PO Box 6705, Albuquerque, NM 87197. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Tue March 30, 2004