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AVALOS -- Rudy In Loving Memory of Rudy L. Avalos "Duke" November 3, 1969 - April 6, 2003 We love and miss you every day. From your parents, sister and nephew.
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BACA -- Rose R. Baca, 98, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, April 5, 2004. She is survived by her grandsons, Edward M. Baca, and wife, Sylvia and Philip R. Baca; granddaughter, Elizabeth R. Baca; grandson, Gregory D. Baca; and granddaughter, Sarah L. Baca, all of Albuquerque; sister, Tina Brookline; and great-grandchildren, Kennan Winters and John Gonzales, both of Albuquerque. Mrs. Baca was preceded in death by her husband, Ignacio E. Baca, II; and son, Ignacio E. Baca, III. She was owner and operator of the Mushroom Store with her husband for many years. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. NE, with Father Paul Baca reciting. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd. SW, with Monsignor Joaquin Bazan, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Baca's grandsons and great-grandsons. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. until Rosary. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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BALLARD -- Marilee J., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 4, 2004. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and May Miller. Marilee is survived by son, Roy Ballard; grandson, Chris Ballard; sisters, Helen Ballard, Patsy Cratty and husband David, brothers, John Miller, Jack Miller and wife Teresa, Roy Miller and wife Barbara, and Don Miller and wife Liz; other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Marilee worked for over 35 years at University of New Mexico Hospital where she made many friends. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at Arms of Love Fellowship, 1700 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM, on Wednesday, April 7, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Pauline "Cookie" Leonardelli officiating. Donations may be made in Marilee's name to Arms of Love Fellowship. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW ABQ, 343-8008.
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BLACKMON -- Philip "Phil" Lee Blackmon died at his home on April 2, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Betty; and sons, Philip and wife, Debbie, Jeffrey and wife, Kathy, Mark and wife, Jennifer, Chris and wife, Patty, Andrew, David and wife, Lauren, Matthew and daughter, Mary Clare; grandchildren, Kealoha, Alexandria, Allen, Robert, Michelle, Tori, Danielle, Marc, Brian, Chris, Elizabeth, Josh, Andrea, Davi, Nicole, Jacob, Lexie, and Erika; great-grandchildren, Destiny, Kai, Madison, Ayden, Chelsea, Haley, Jordon, Baylee, and Kai. His son, Stephen, precedes him in death. You were known and loved by many as, the Bookman, the man with the oxygen tank, and friend. We will miss your determination, perceptiveness and your humor. You were right, there will be no more new stories to tell, only the old ones. We love you and we will miss you until we all meet again. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our lady of Fatima Church on Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Zia Hospice 4147 Montgomery Blvd. NE, 87109.
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BRITO -- Mary Corine Brito, 81, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, a resident of Albuquerque for 56 years, died Monday, April 5, 2004. She is survived by her daughters, Bonnie Saal and Diana Jean Brito of Albuquerque and Annette Azbell of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Michelle Lohkamp and husband, Steven of Albuqueque; Todd A. Olmos and Stephanie Fuchs of Albuquerque, Alana Disque of Dallas, TX, Renee Garcia of Albuquerque and Carl Azbell, Jr. of Dallas, TX; great grandchildren, Austin Kramer, Nicole Kramer, Miranda Lohkamp and Logan Lohkamp. She was preceded in death by her son, Juan Brito. We will miss you G. G.! Rosary will be recited Tuesday, April 6, 2004, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. with Deacon Sandy Hall reciting. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, April 7, 2004, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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CASTILLO -- Elena (Helen) Castillo, age 75, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt was called home by our Heavenly Father, Friday, April 2, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe Castillo. Helen is survived by her children, Phillip Rudy Rapisura, Benjamin Marshall Rapisura, Laura Sampaga and husband Richard, and Julia Linda Bruno and husband Enrique; 12 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her brother, Chris Perea and wife Jane; niece, Phelita Butler; nephews, Bobby and Jerry Refuerzo; close friend, Tressia Childers; and many other beloved relatives and friends. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, in Bernalillo; followed by the Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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CHAVEZ -- Jose Chavez peacefully joined our Lord and Savior at his home in Las Nutrias, NM on April 5, 2004. He was born in Jarales, New Mexico on May 27, 1903 to Estanislada Cordova and Rafael Chavez. The family later moved to Las Nutrias, New Mexico. Jose married Lita Tafoya of Belen. He was a rancher for many years, later he and his wife moved to Albuquerque where he was employed at the Albuquerque International Airport until his retirement in 1970. His nephew, Manuel Chavez was caring for him at the time of his death. Jose was preceded in death by his loving wife, Lita in January of 1989; his parents; and his brother, Ernesto Chavez in 2001. He is survived by four nieces, Tommy and her husband, Joseph Wakeen of Albuquerque, Sofie and Helen Chavez of Espanola, NM, and Tanny and her husband, Andy Jaramillo of Barstow, Ca; three nephews, Manuel Chavez, Ruben Chavez and his wife, Angie of Las Nutrias, and Delfino Chavez of Albuquerque, NM; and many grandnieces and grandnephews. All services will be held at Las Nutrias Catholic Church. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 6, at 6:30 p.m. followed by a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Las Nutrias Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandnephews, Robert, John, Michael, James, and Michael Anthony Chavez, and Joseph Wakeen. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N Main St., Belen, NM 87002.
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COLTON -- Mazelle Colton, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Sunday, April 4, 2004, at Manzano Del Sol Good Samaritan Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Colton. Mrs. Colton owned and operated the New Mexico Chemical and Surgical Company with her husband. She had been a member of St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church since 1958. Mrs. Colton was involved with community affairs and loved traveling and music. She was a former member of the Shrine and the Daughter's of the Nile. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Mark's-on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit St. Mark's-on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church, one hour prior to service. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110, Shriners Children's Transportation Fund, P.O. Box 8410, 87198 or to St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place NE, 87106. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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CONNER -- Ethel J. Conner was born on January 28, 1927, and passed away from this life on Friday, April 2, 2004 at 77 years of age. Ethel was married to Jasper Conner on July 25, 1942. To this union God blessed them with two daughters, Vivian Jean and Mary Loraine and one son, Jasper, Jr. Jasper and Ethel had lived together for 62 wonderful years and were residents of Albuquerque for the past many years. Ethel was a wonderful wife and companion and stood by her husband all the years of their marriage. Ethel was a devout Christian and was a member of Evangel Christian Center in Albuquerque. Ethel would no doubt want to be remembered by her work with the Assemblies of God youth wherever she lived, including Roswell, Los Alamos, and Albuquerque. She will further be remembered as a friend to her pastors wherever she lived as she was always most supportive of them, their ministry and their families. Ethel is survived by her husband, Jasper; son, Jasper, Jr. and wife, of El Paso, TX; daughter, Vivian of Las Vegas, NV; sisters, Thelma Taylor of Roswell, NM and Mary Greenhaw of Seattle, WA; six grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; one great great-grandchild; numerous nephews and nieces; and a great host of friends. Ethel was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Loraine; brothers, Johnny Holland, R.L. Holland, M.L. Holland and sister, Mamie Payton. Ethel's smile, helping hand and companionship will be missed by family and by a host of relatives and friends. Memorial Services will be held on Monday, April 5, 2004, at 10:00 a.m. at Evangel Christian Center, 4501 Montgomery Blvd. NE with Pastor Raymond Franks officiating. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, April 6, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at South Park Cemetery in Roswell, NM. Friends may visit on Sunday, April 4, 2004, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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DAVIS -- Joe S. Davis, 86. Services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 8, 2004 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel & Crematory, passed away Saturday, April 3, 2004 at Eastern New Mexico Medical Center. Interment will follow at South Park Cemetery. Joe was born on September 20, 1917 in Avoca, Texas to Alice (Huffaker) and Orlou B. Davis, Sr. they preceded him death as did his siblings. He married Margaret Thacker on February 4, 1961 in Dallas, Texas. She survives him at the family home. Joe is also survived by one daughter, Dana Petersen; and her husband, Tracy of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Joe served his country in the United States Air Force from 1942-1948. He had been employed by Southwest Distributing as a salesman for 18 years. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1111 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Roswell, New Mexico, 88203.
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DAVIS -- Scott C. Davis, 37, a lifelong resident of the Albuquerque area, died on April 3, 2004. He is survived by his wife of nine years, Caryn Davis of Albuquerque; three children, Tara, Evan and Seth of the family home; parents, Penn and Linda Davis of Peralta; sister, Penny Davis of Peralta; paternal grandparents, Farris and Gladys Davis of Albuquerque; maternal grandparents, Verg and Lu Quesnell of Peralta. Scott is also survived by numerous other family members. He was a member of Calvary Chapel and the Associate Publisher of Albuquerque The Magazine. Scott held many positions at the New Mexico Business Weekly for five years, starting in 1997; most of us remember him as the voice of NMBW's Business News on the Larry Ahrens Show on 770 KKOB AM News Radio. He was a TV news anchorman in Boise, Idaho, from 1990-1997. Scott graduated from New Mexico State University in 1991 with a B.A. in journalism. He was a Los Lunas H.S. grad, Class of 1984. Scott's favorite pastimes were playing with his son, Seth, and spending time with his family. Service will be held on Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE. Following the service, a private family burial will take place in Belen. Pallbearers will be Kelly Davis, Larryl Lynch, Penn Davis, Pat D'Arcangeli, Fernando D'Arcangeli and Louie D'Arcangeli. Honorary pallbearers will be Evan Barela and Andrew Denas. Visitation for friends and family will begin at noon on Thursday at Calvary Chapel. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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DELORENZO -- Claude Anthony DeLorenzo, Lt. Col.,(Ret.), 87, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1987, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2004. Claude was born June 10, 1916 the son of Gaetano and Mary Trincanati DeLorenzo in Niagara Falls, New York. He had been a director in Nuclear Safety with Argonne Labs before retiring, and retired from the US Air Force after 22 years of service. He graduated in 1938 from Niagara University, also received an MBA from the University of Chicago. He was a member of the Chamisa Hills Country Club. Claude is survived by his wife Dorothy, of Rio Rancho; son, David L. DeLorenzo of Sacramento, CA; daughter, Claudia Black and husband David of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Erin Black of Albuquerque. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 9, 2004, 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. It has been suggested that memorials be made in memory of Claude to a favorite charity of ones choice. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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DURAN -- Amanda Adrianna Duran, 14, went home to be with the Lord on April 3, 2004. She was born on May 18, 1989. She is survived by her mother, Dolores Duran and husband Jesus Tapia; father, Adrian Duran and wife Nanette Baca; sisters, Ashley and Adryan Duran; brother, Jesus Tapia Jr.; maternal grandparents, Juan and Nora Maestas; paternal grandmother, "Nana"Diana Duran; paternal grandparents, Richard and Ramona Gomez; grandparents, Tony and Stella Tapia and Narciso and Marie Baca ; great grandparents, Bill and Dolores Olson and Pita Maestas; uncles, Armando Maestas and Bernadette, Juan Maestas Jr. and LaVern and Robert Gomez and Lynn; aunts, Diane Maestas and Manuel, Ramona Maestas and Jose, Romaine Kohler and Paul and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Amanda was a ninth grade student at Los Lunas High School/Career Academy. She was studying Culinary Arts, had been in J.R.O.T.C. She had also been a member of Isshin Ryn Karate Club. Amanda loved dancing and studied at Baila Baila, she also studied piano and flute and she loved to draw. Amanda was a happy, very joyful and much loved daughter and sister and was loved by many. Visitations will be held on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. A rosary will be recited on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. also at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Adrian Duran, Jesus Tapia, Armando Maestas, Robert Maestas, Robert Gomez and Tim Linton. Honorary pallbearers will be Ashley and Adryan Duran. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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FRANZEN -- Margaret Alice Franzen, 100, died on April 1, 2004. She was born October 15, 1903 in Minneapolis, MN and had lived in Elmhurst, IL and St. Paul, MN before moving to Albuquerque 52 years ago. Margaret was a wonderful cook, receiving blue ribbons at the New Mexico State Fair for her white bread and was known for her banana cream and strawberry pies. While living in Minnesota she tested recipes for Betty Crocker. She also loved to garden, raising a variety of vegetables, fruits and flowers which she often shared with friends and family. She was active in Progess Women's Club and First Presbyterian Church where she belonged to the Women's Association and Circle and was a deacon. A favorite hobby was bridge and cribbage. Margaret was always a happy person and never complained. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert, her parents, two sisters and a brother. Margaret is survived by two daughters, Marilyn Wunsch and husband, Donald and Jeanette Buffett and husband, George, all of Albuquerque; son, Richard Franzen and wife, Skip of Palm Desert, CA; grandchildren, Debbie Franzen Byrd of Marysville, TN, Donald Wunsch II of Rolla, MO, and Thomas Wunsch, George Buffett II, John Buffett, and Patricia Buffett, all of Albuquerque; eleven great grandchildren; one great great-granddaughter; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be Wednesday, April 7 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or to the Alzheimer's Association NM Chapter, 8100 Mountain Road NE, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. The family wishes to thank those in Apple Valley and the Staff of Monzano del Sol for the loving care of Margaret since June 2003. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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GARCIA -- Walter Garcia, 43, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, died Sunday, April 04, 2004. He is survived by three children; Polly, Kelly and Patrick Garcia all of Albuquerque, parents; Placido and Erlinda Garcia of Albuquerque, brother Steven Garcia and wife, Jeanette, of Albuquerque, sisters; Geraldine Martinez and husband Chris of Las Vegas, NV and Sylvia Vigil and husband, Chris, of Farmington, several nieces and nephews; the mother of his children, Kim Nelson; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was a beloved father, son and brother and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, April 07, 2004, 10:30 a.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE. Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will take place at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE, Wednesday, April 7, 2004 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. (505) 275-3500
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HILL -- Tim Hill, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died Thursday, April 1, 2004. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Anne Benefield and husband, Joe of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Kelly, Jamie, Leslie and Ryan; great-grandchildren, Ashley, Sierra, Sam, Tori and Tobie; sister, Cora McClain and husband, Roger; and many other family members. He was preceded in death by his son, Timmie Hill. Tim was a good man, loved by many and owned and operated Tim's Radio. Services will be held Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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JIRON -- Robert (Bob) E. Jiron, 60, an Albuquerque resident since 1963, died April 1, 2004 . He was born in Van Houten June 28, 1943. He was preceded in death by his mother, Tomasita Jiron . He is survived by his father, Cresencio Jiron Of Raton; sisters, Beatrice and husband, Ted Sandaval of Raton, Julia Jiron of Victorville, California. Josephine and husband, Ernest Salas of Greenriver, Wyoming; numerous nephews and nieces. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. A Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., at St. Josephs Catholic Church. Cremation to follow. Arrangements by Alderette-Pomeroy Funeral Home. Family may be reached at 325 E 7th Raton NM 87740.
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JORDAN -- Stella M. Jordan, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since, 1949, died Sunday, April 4, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Anthony Jordan of Albuquerque; daughters, Roberta Zorrilla of Albuquerque and Teresa Rose Jordan Elms and husband, Bryan Paul of Aurora, CO; and sisters-in-law, Ange Marrow, Laura Perrine and husband, Dick, Connie Zambelli and husband, Bill, Theresa DeSantis and husband, Gene, and Cate Zrinscak; brother-in-law John Stabile and families. Mrs. Jordan won awards for her needlework and baked goods at the New Mexico State Fair. She was a quilter at Highland Senior Center. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, April 7, 2004, 8:30 a.m., at Holy Ghost Parish, 833 Arizona SE. Mass will follow at 9:00 a.m., at Holy Ghost Parish, with Father Thomas Mayefske, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, April 6, 2004, 12:00 noon to 9:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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KILEY -- Luna D. Kiley, age 83, passed away on Monday, April 5, 2004. Luna was one of nine daughters born to Frank C. and Ella V. Hamilton, in Mars Hill, Maine on February 21, 1921. She was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. Luna was preceded in death by her son Thomas L. Kiley. She is survived by her husband of 60 years Brig. General (Ret.) USAF, Leo A. Kiley; children, Michael John Kiley and wife Jennifer, of Henderson, NV, and Karen K. Hardy and husband, Kenneth of Santa Fe, NM; grandchildren: Stephen J. Hardy and wife Dana, Christine E. Hardy, Patrick M. Kiley and wife Mollie, and Damon T. Kiley. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 6, 2004, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., with a rosary following at 7:00 p.m., at McGee Memorial Chapel. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 7, 2004, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Francis Cathedral. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. McGee Memorial Chapel Mortuary 1320 Luisa Street Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505 505-983-9151
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MARLEY -- Frieda Marley, 89, passed away March 28, 2004 of natural causes at the home of her son, Melvin in Moreno Valley, California. Burial was at the Riverside National Cemetery. Frieda was born January 14, 1915 in Haxton, Colorado. She moved to Albuquerque in 1983 to be near her daughter, Delphine after the death of her husband, Emery. Frieda is survived by her daughter, Delphine Stephenson of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Chester Bennett, Arcadia CA, Melvin Bennett, Moreno Valley CA, and Larry Marley of Brownsburg IN; brother, Ernest Fillenberg Denver CO; sisters, Erna Hammond, Mona Esa, and Gertrude Reedy, all of Aurora, CO; 13 grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren; and three great-great- grandchildren. Frieda's last residence in Albuquerque was at Carestone Assisted Living. She moved to California in July of 2001 to be cared for by two of her sons and her daughter- in- law, Jo Anne Bennett. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be sent to Calvary Temple of Riverside, 1224 Main St., Riverside CA, 92501-1818.
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MAY -- Colleen L. May, 47, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 3, 2004. Colleen is survived by two sons, Lawrence May and fiance, Angelina Benavidez, Jacinto Dominguez and fiance, Veronica Garza; one sister, Charlene Saucedo and husband, Roberto; four grandchildren, Jodeci, Alyssa, Marissa and Vanessa; one niece, Tasha Aispuro and husband, Juan; two grandnieces, Jazmine and Jacqueline; one grandnephew, Juan Jr.; one uncle, Frank Gantar; two aunts, Rosie and Isabel; many cousins and close friends. A visitation for Colleen will be Thursday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Memorial Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Mrs. Eileen Montoya. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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MORELAND -- Edward Homer Moreland, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, passed away on April 4, 2004 at the age of 83. He was born in Secor, Illinois on February 28, 1921. He worked for Spartan Southwest for 20 years after retiring from the U.S. Air Force. Edward was preceded in death by his father, mother, two brothers, and a sister. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Mae, whom he married on May 26, 1945; two sons, Michael Adams Moreland and wife Linda of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Brian Lee Moreland of Phoenix; and a daughter, Janice Carol Grier of Albuquerque. Other survivors, whom he loved very much, are six grandchildren, Edward Grier and wife Tracey, Dorothy Johnson and husband Robin, Michelle Sanders and husband John, Christi-an Rettalack and husband Russell, Tobias Moreland and wife Jorji, Brandy Pettit and husband Rodney and fifteen great-grandchildren, Tiffani, Austin, Kohl, & Savannah Grier, Devin Johnson, Isaac and Sara Sanders, Megan and Brittany Rettalack, Tobias Jr., Jacob, and Moriah Moreland, Travis, Taylor, and Trevor Pettit. He is also survived by a sister-in-law and many nephews and nieces. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 8 at Chapel of Sunrise with interment to follow at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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PACO -- Ruben Paco, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, died on Sunday, April 4, 2004. He is survived by his sons, Daniel P. Paco and Julian J. Paco and wife, Gwen, all of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Candy Paco of Albuquerque; daughter, Laura P. White of N. Richland Hills, TX; grandsons, Anthony Paco, David Paco, Johnny Darnold and Andrew Griego; granddaughters, Christie Anthony, Kimberly Paco, Michelle Paco, Amanda Paco, Kimberly White, Angelica Isenock and Georgia Griego; great-grandchildren, Megan Anthony and Makayla Paco; sisters, Katie Beauregard of Albuquerque and Maggie Trejo of Silver City. Ruben was preceded in death by his wife, Phoebe, in March, 1984 and his son, Martin Paco, on February 4, 2004. Ruben was the owner of Ruben's Shoe Repair from 1965 to 2001. He was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Ruben was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many customers. Services will be held Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Tuesday, April 6, 2004, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SANCHEZ -- Jacobo "Jac" Sanchez. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 6, 2004 at Holy Family Parish where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers are Leo Darras, Michael Darras, Jaime Sanchez, Vincent Gonzales, Christopher Chavez and Fabian Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers will be Stephen Fresquez, Edward Demarey, Gabriel Sanchez, Daniel Cordova, Dominick Byrd, Vincent Fresquez, Genevive Sanchez and Joanna Sanchez. Arrangements by: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102
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SANCHEZ -- Mrs. Adelina Sanchez, 91, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 3, 2004. Mrs. Sanchez is survived by three daughters, Gloria Mitchell, Carmen Chavez and husband, Joe, and Shirley Boettger; three sisters, Atanacia Tapia, Felia Lucero, and Rosie Duran; one brother, Joe Duran and wife, Rebecca; 17 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Sanchez was preceded in death by her husband Antonio Sanchez; four sons, Felix, Fito, Alfie, and Johnny; two daughters, Gloria and Elysia; and two sons-in-law, Bill Mitchell, and Walter Boettger. Mrs. Sanchez was a member of the Catholic church and a member of the Legion of Mary. A visitation for Mrs. Sanchez will be Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at The Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Deacon J.O. Luna. Final visitation will be Wednesday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande by Father Prieto. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ken Mitchell, Jerry Mitchell, Jeff Mitchell, Rudy Sanchez, Jason Boettger, and Lee Romero. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Sanchez, Gerald Mitchell, and Joe Chavez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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SANDOVAL -- Fred E. Sandoval, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away April 2, 2004. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Flora Sandoval. Fred is survived by his children, Patricia and husband Ronnie Abram, Alfred, Gilbert and wife Jessie, Alex, Rose and husband John Fernandez, Barbara and husband Mike Steele, Liz and husband Joe Rodriguez, David and wife Mary, Rhonda and husband Bob Brown, John and wife Paula; 28 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 4 step-brothers, Manuel, Peter, John Sena and Lawrence Garcia; one step-sister, Rose Garcia; and one brother-in-law, Johnny Chavez. He is also survived many nieces and nephews too numerous to mention by name. A rosary and visitation will be held at Mt. Carmel Catholic Church on Edith, with a visitation beginning on Tuesday, April 6, 2004 at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, on Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at 9:00 a.m., with burial to follow at San Carlos Cemetery on Alameda. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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SMITH -- Robert F. Smith died on April 4, 2004, at Lovelace Medical Center, just one month short of his 73rd birthday, after a brief and valiant struggle with cancer. Until the afternoon of April 3, 2004 he had been cared for at home, where, despite failing health, he still enjoyed reading the Financial Times, following events in the outside world (which for him included faraway lands as well as his own neighborhood), maintaining e-mail correspondence, and gazing out at the imaginative xeriscape garden he had worked on for 13 years. He leaves behind his deeply saddened wife and best friend over the last 47 years, Julia Shirek Smith; and two fine sons, Benjamin Farquharson Smith of Las Vegas, New Mexico, and David Dyk Smith of Albuquerque. The family's cat companion, Simone Bebe, will miss a comfortable lap and a soothing voice. At Robert's request, there are to be no formal services. But do feel free to call, drop by, or e-mail Julia to cry a little and share memories. Please, no flowers: instead, contributions may be made to the John Kerry presidential campaign or to Doctors Without Borders. Robert's loved ones will scatter his ashes on the family's favorite Sandia hiking trail later this spring. I will arise and go now, and go to Inisfree, And a small cabin build there, of clay and wattles made: Nine bean-rows will I have there, a hive for the honey-bee, And live alone in the bee-loud glade. And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow, Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings; There midnight's all a glimmer, and noon a purple glow, And evening full of the linnet's wings. I will arise and go now, for always night and day I hear lake water lapping with low sounds by the shore; While I stand on the roadway, or on the pavements grey, I hear it in the deep heart's core.
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TIMLIN -- Francis E. Timlin Col. USAF Ret., age 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, died on Friday, March 26, 2004. Francis is survived by his son, Francis E. Timlin Jr., of Seattle, Washington. Col. Timlin retired from the United States Air Force in 1970, after 30 years of service. He then worked as a realtor in Albuquerque for 25 years. A Visitation will be held on Monday, April 5, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Fern Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited following the visitation at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 6, 2004 at 11:30 a.m., in the Chapel of Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7500 Paseo Del Norte NE, with Father Wieslaw Strazadala, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes contributions be made to Chamber Music Albuquerque, The New Mexico Symphony, and the UNM Music Department. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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TORREZ -- Jose E. Torrez, 81, went home to be with the Lord on April 5, 2004. He was born on May 23, 1922 in Torreon, New Mexico. Services are pending and will be announced. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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TRUJILLO -- Katy Trujillo In loving memory of (mom) Katy who left us on April 6, 2003. Mom, today is your first anniversary and I have never felt so alone without you. I miss our everyday phone calls and our weekend shopping, but I know that you're with Poppy watching over me, Mark, and Matthew. I miss you mom. If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again. love, Kathy, Mark, and Matthew.
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WROTEN -- James L. Wroten, 71, went home to be with the Lord on April 3, 2004. He was born on February 4, 1933 in Crossett, Arkansas. Mr. Wroten is survived by his sons, Dino L. Wroten and wife Anna and Jim Ray Wroten and wife Debbie; brothers, Paul Wroten and wife Kay and Leroy Wroten; sisters, Syble Bibb and husband Jerry, Florence Buczinski and husband Ron and Helen Van de Valde and husband Dave and six grandchildren. James will be deeply missed by his loving family. A rosary will be recited on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Stover Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta, New Mexico. Interment will follow at the Fairview Memorial Park. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Tue April 06, 2004