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ABBOTT -- Regina Wood Abbott S.F.O., age 66, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 24, 2004. Regina was born on April 11, 1938 in Athens, Ohio to Frank and Elsie Wood. She is survived by one son, Charles Abbott of Aurora, CO; daughter, Sarah Abbott of Albuquerque; brother, Frank Wood of Whitter, CA; and one grandson, John Abbott of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Abbott and her brother, David Wood. Regina professed as a member of the Secular Franciscan Order in 2000 and served until her death. Rosary will take place on Tuesday, June 29 at 7 p.m at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, June 30 at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Tennessee at Lomas. Interment will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7900 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Brothers of the Good Shepherd, 10127 Guadalupe Tr. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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ALLEN -- The Honorable Frank H. Allen Jr., age 74, passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2004. Frank was born in West Virginia on January 7, 1930 to Frank H. Allen Sr. and Katherine McNeer Allen. Survivors include his wife, Joanna McGuire-Allen of Albuquerque; the only daughter, Linley Allen, of Arlington, WA; three sons, John T. Allen and his wife, Patti of Redman, WA, David B. Allen and his wife, Kathleen of Albuquerque and Brad Denison and his wife, Cindy of Pagosa Springs, CO; and nine grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Frank H. Allen III; and Joan McKinnon-Allen. Judge Allen attended the University of West Virginia, and was a graduate of the University of Illinois School of Law. He was also a member of St. John's Episcopal Church. A Memorial Service will be held in his honor on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. in St. John's Cathedral, 318 Silver Ave. SW. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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ARAGON-DYSON -- Deanna Deanna Aragon-Dyson born July 2, 1963 died in Mississippi on June 6, 2004. Funeral Mass will be at 9 am, Friday, July 2, at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande Catholic Church. Survivors are husband, Jay; three children, Ricky, Jenna and Sara Wright; grandson, Ethan D'Cole Pettigrew; her mother and step-father, Adela and Gene Gabaldon; her father, Ruben Aragon; her sister, Adria Aragon and brothers, Jerry Matthew and Ruben Donald Aragon. Visitation will be after the Mass and at her Albuquerque family home at 4401 Rancho Centro Ct. NW.
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ATENCIO -- Natalia Atencio, passed away on June 25, 2004 at the age of 24, She loved music, to sing and also enjoyed dancing. She is survived by her parents; Francisco and Elisea Ortega, Her husband Michael Atencio, Her two daughters; Celine and Mya Atencio, She is also survived by her two brothers; Roland Maestas and Juan Ortega, She is survived by her four sisters; Constance Hernandez, Victoria Ortega, Guadalupe Ortega, Dolores Ortega, and Theresa Martinez. She has also 13 nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, June 28, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in Cuba, NM at Immaculate Conception Church. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, June 29, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. in Cuba, NM at Immaculate Conception Church. Interment will follow at Santo Nino Cemetery in La Jara, NM. Pallbearers will be: Chris Montoya, Jose Orosco, Jared Maestas, Peter Cebada, Paul Cebada, and Aaron Atencio. Honorary Pallbearers are: Isaac Montoya, James Aranda, Theresa Martinez and Miguel Hernandez. Arrangements by: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW Albuq., NM 87102
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BALDONADO -- Dora L. Baldonado, A Rosary will be recited on Sunday, June 27th at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, June 28, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124
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BEATY -- Angeline Beaty, 81, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950 went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 20, 2004. She is survived by her sons, Wayne Garner and Edwin J. Beaty; daughter, Estelle "Staci" Vann and husband Harold; three grandchildren, Alisha Henderson and husband Thomas, Joshua Ivey and wife Heather, and Danielle Vann. Angeline was preceded in death by her husband Edwin. Cremation has taken place with a private family service at a later date. She will be sorely missed. French Mortuary 7121 Woyming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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COLLIER -- Mr. Fred Collier Sr., 1933-2004, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle completed his journey on earth and passed peacefully into the arms of God on June 18, 2004. His family was with him. Born June 7, 1933 to Virgil and Julia Collier in Montazuma, Georgia, he was the fourth of fifteen children. Mr. Collier is survived by his wife of 46 years Mrs. Willie Mae (Shirley) Collier; his children Mrs. Debora Slay, Ms. Daphne Ann Collier, and Mr. Fred Andrew Collier Jr.; his grandchildren Yazzmine, Sherrelle, Renita and Kenneth. In addition, he is survived by a host of brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Though he no longer walks on this earth, he is with us in spirit. A viewing will be held on Sunday June 27th at Riverside Funeral Home from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday June 28th at 10:00 AM at the Belen Missionary Baptist Church, and following the service burial is scheduled at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 PM with full Military Honors. The family asks those who prefer to send a donation instead of flowers can do so to Odyssey Hospice in Albuquerque or the Belen Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, 418 W. Reinken in Belen, 864-4
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DOUGHER -- Charles A. Dougher, age 72, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, died on Thursday, June 24, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Florence A. Dougher, of Albuquerque; one daughter, Elena Veronica Dougher, of Albuquerque; one son, Michael Dougher, of California; one sister, Ann Moran, of California; two brothers, Hugh Dougher Jr., and Jerry Dougher, both of Pennsylvania; and close family friend, Joseph Gallegos. Mr. Dougher was a member of the V.F.W., and the American Legion Post 13. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 28, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier, 820 Broadway Blvd S.E. Interment will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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DRASUTIS -- Anastasia Drasutis, The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who were in attendance of 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. Albuq., NM 87102
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DRUM -- Ledelia "Dee" Drum, a resident of Phoenix died Thursday, June 24, 2004 at Bethesda Gardens in Phoenix, AZ. Dee Cole was born September 12, 1917 in Graham, TX. She grew up in Graham and married L.E. Drum on July 17, 1937 in Graham. They lived in Albuquerque from 1946 to 1955, moving to Fremont, NE in 1955. In 1988 they retired in Albuquerque. She is survived by her son, Duncan Drum and wife, Sandy of Pflugerville, TX; daughter, Jan and husband, Bob; daughter-in-law, Ann Drum of Knoxville, TN; sister, Nell Ray Hardesty of Olney, TX; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and seventeen nieces and nephews. Dee was preceded in death by her husband, L.E., October 12, 1997; son, Mic, May 4, 2004; five sisters, and two brothers. A graveside service will be held on Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Monday 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Memorials have been established for Hospice of Arizona and Bethesda Gardens in Phoenix, AZ. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GARCIA -- Virginia In Loving Memory of our Mom Mrs. Virginia F. Garcia Happy Birthday Mom 1934-2002 From all your family, the boys, Martin and Allan
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GAROUTTE -- Myrna Jane Garoutte, 66, died June 21, 2004 at her home. Jane is survivied by her four children, Theresa Otto of Amarillo, Allen White of Rio Rancho, Cindy Sturtz of Reno, NV and Steve White of Amarillo,TX; her eight grandchildren, David Otto, Kate Wettengel, Alex and Kristian White, Jason and Robyn Sturtz and Chris and Jenny White; and her two brothers, James Harvey Rogers and John Donald Rogers. Jane was born August 6, 1937 and lived most of her life in Texas before moving to Albuquerque in 1990. She will be greatly missed in both places.
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GORE -- Norma Gore. Our beloved Norma passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2004. Born September 16, 1920, Norma lived in Albuquerque for 79 years. She graduated from AHS in 1937 and majored in music and fine arts at UNM. She married Ray Gore August 28, 1938. Norma is survived by her husband; sons, Gary, and Larry and his wife, Marie; grandson, Jim and his wife, Fawn; granddaughter, Kim; and great-grandsons, Brandon Gore and John Schwettmann. Norma was a well-known and accomplished artist and retired music teacher. She belonged to Central Methodist Church, Eastern Star, Progress Women's Club and Cosmopolitan Women's Club. Memorial service will be Wednesday, June 30, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Central Methodist Chapel where flowers may be sent. Assistant Pastor Molly Shannon will officiate.
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GREESON GRANT -- Helen Claire Greeson Grant Beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, Friend. Mrs. Helen Claire Greeson Grant, 79, of 51 Lacomb Road, Norfolk, NY died Wednesday evening June 23, 2004 at her home. Helen was born June 12, 1925 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the daughter of Alvin Otto and Electa (Westfall) Greeson. She met Floyd R. Grant on Valentine's Day 1942 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where Mr. Grant was stationed at Kirtland Air Force Base. They were married September 17, 1942 at the First Methodist Church in Albuquerque with Rev. Brown, officiating. Floyd went overseas in March 1943. 3 years later Helen and Floyd moved to Norfolk, NY. Helen lived her entire adult life on the Lacomb Road in Norfolk, NY in the home she built with her husband, and raised their three daughters. Helen's interests were boundless, and included her family, gardening, traveling, reading, good conversation, and animals. She was a former member of the Cretona Chapter #516 Order of the Eastern Star, Massena. Helen is survived by her husband, Floyd R.; her brother, Alvin Greeson, of Topeka, KS; her sister in law and brother in law, Thelma and Thomas Fedonick of Norfolk, NY; 3 daughters, Linda Claire Grant and Nancy Grant Mattice, both of Bloomington, IN and Annita Greeson Grant of Norfolk, NY; grandson and granddaughter-in-law Brett and Vicky Regis, of Oneida, NY; granddaughters, Amy Grant Mattice Witte of Bloomington, IN and Keetah Grant Simonds of Oklahoma City, OK; great-grandsons, Conner Grant Hagan and Benjamin Patrick Witte, both of Bloomington, IN; Brayden Allen Regis, of Oneida, NY; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, James Greeson, in December 2003. Friends may call Monday June 28 2004, 2-3 p.m. at the Donaldson Funeral Home, 100 N. Main Street, Massena, NY, where a memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. with her son-in-law, Rev. Robert Simonds, officiating. Family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, Potsdam, NY 13676; PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals); or a local Animal Shelter.
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HAFELY -- Hoyle Leon Hafely passed to be with his Lord on Wednesday, June 16, 2004. Hoyle was celebrating his 80th year with gusto. His passing leaves behind a host of family and friends. Hoyle is survived by his wife, Jane Hafely; sisters, Lois Buchanan and Twila Whitmore; his son, Lee; daughters, Sherry, Shelly and Lynn; stepchildren, Gayle, Ed, Zoe, Janey, and Candy. Hoyle had 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to gather at the family home, Saturday, June 26, 2004 for continuing celebration of his life. A final Memorial will be held in Pagosa Springs on Sunday, June 27, 2004. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Heart, 4700 Jefferson NE, Suite #1200, Albuquerque, NM 87109. "If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again."
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HERRERA -- The family of Phillip J. Herrera Jr., thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be greatly remembered and deeply appreciated. REMEMBER ME To the living, I am gone. To the sorrowful, I will never return. To the angry, I was cheated. But to the happy, I am at peace. And to the faithful, I never left. I cannot speak, but I can listen. I cannot be seen, but I can be heard. So as you stand upon a shore, Gazing at a beautiful sea--Remember me. As you look in awe at a mighty Forest and its grand majesty--Remember me. As you look upon a flower and Admire its simplicity--Remember me. Remember me, in your heart, your thoughts, and your memories of the times we loved, the times we cried, the times we fought, the times we laughed. For if you always think of me, I will have never gone. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW. (505) 897-0300
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HILL -- Clarence Truman, 85, passed away on Friday, June 25, 2004. He was born in Paducah, Texas and was a long time resident of Albuquerque. He worked for Albuquerque Transit at the bus company and retired in 1980. He is survived by his wife Helen, many other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be at Albuquerque Bible Church Wednesday, June 30, 2004 with burial to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery services times are pending. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th NW Alb. NM 87107 343-8008.
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KEIL -- William Jr., 99, a resident of Albuquerque, died June 26, 2004. Born in New York City Jan 25, 1905, he was the son of William Sr. and Freida Schneider Keil. He married Caroline Hedges Luther Sept. 7, 1940, in Jefferson, N.Y. He is survived by his wife and daughters Susan Keil Smith and husband, Toby, of Albuquerque, and Margot Keil Hoercher and husband, Donald, of Colorado Springs, Co; a sister Rose Keil Turk of Santa Fe; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He attended public schools in White Plains, N.Y., Newton Military Academy in Newton, N.J., and graduated from what is now the New York State Maritime Academy in Fort Schuyler, N.Y. During World War II he served as a sergeant with the U.S. Army in the European Theater of Operations. He spent almost 40 years as an engineer with the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company's home office in New York City. In 1969 he retired to Santa Fe, where he pursued his hobby of jewelry-making and joined First Presbyterian Church. He moved to Albuquerque in 2002. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund, First Presbyterian Church, Santa Fe, or the Deacon's Fund, First Presbyterian Church, Albuquerque. "Old soldiers never die; they just fade away." General Douglas MacArthur Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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LUCERO -- Fred Lucero, 92, a resident of Albuquerque for five years and a longtime resident of Santa Fe, died on Tuesday, June 22, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Emily Casados Lucero of Santa Fe; daughters, Arlene Smith and husband, Bob of Helena, MT, and Evelyn Lopez of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Robert Smith, Barbara Schultz, Fred Lopez, Bernadette Houghton, Diana Shapiro, and Mike Lopez; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Alice Gomez and Delia Sedillo; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Fred was born in Los Luceros, and he lived in Santa Fe most of his life. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and dedicated his life to being a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. A rosary will be recited on Sunday, June 27, 2004 at 5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 28, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis Cathedral, 131 Cathedral St, Santa Fe, New Mexico. Burial will follow at Rosario Cemetery in Santa Fe. Friends may visit French Mortuary Sunday from 4:00 p.m. until time of Rosary. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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MACIAS -- Modesto Macias, 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. Albuq., NM 87102
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MANWELLER -- Nancy Norwood Manweller July 18, 1940 - June 17, 2004 of Bend, Oregon died at home Thursday, June 17 after battling a long illness. She was 63. Nancy was born July 18, 1940, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Friedrich and Josephine Von Falkenberg. She married James Manweller on June 7, 1961 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nancy was an accomplished artist in watercolor, oil, pencil, and crafts until she became too ill to paint. She was especially well known for her watercolor New Mexico and Oregon landscapes and pencil portraits, some of which have been displayed in prestigious galleries in Taos, New Mexico. Nancy also served with her husband as a Senior Patroller on the National Volunteer Ski Patrol at Sandia Peak, New Mexico for 15 years. Nancy's passions were God, her family, fly fishing, wildlife and art. Survivors include her husband, James Manweller of Bend; son, Daniel Manweller of Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Brian Wright of Nampa, Idaho; grandchildren, Nikola and Benjamin Wright; a sister, Holly McCarthy of Albuquerque; and several wonderful nieces, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a nephew. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Pamela Williams of Evergreen Home Services. A small private family service will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association.
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MASSEGEE -- Percy Van Massegee, 88, a resident of Albuquerque for about 60 years, died Wednesday, June 23, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Nonnie Massegee of Albuquerque; daughters, Carolyn Anderson and husband, Earl K. of Washington, DC and Gwen Hughes and husband, Lyn J. of Albuquerque; sons, Carl Van Massegee and wife, Sheila of Desert Springs, AZ and Dennis Lee Massegee and wife, Ann of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and many other family members and friends. Mr. Massegee was preceded in death by his daughter, Lanea June Massegee; and son, Richard Vance Massegee. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge Temple #6, 32 degree Mason, Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple and also a member of Hoffmantown Baptist Church. Services will be held Monday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Kirk Van Charles Johnson, Daniel Richard Hughes, David Lyn Hughes, Scott Richard Hilding Johnson, Mark Van Massegee and Dennis Lee Massegee. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MCMULLEN -- George R. McMullen, a resident of Albuquerque since 1960 died Sunday, June 20, 2004. Mr. McMullen was born in Wetumka, Oklahoma on October 14, 1922. He is preceded in death by his parents Clyde J. McMullen and Eathel McMullen and his wife of forty eight years Colleen McMullen whom he married in 1946 following his discharge from the United States Army Air Corp. His two sisters and a brother survive him, Mary Frances Moonier of Roseburg, OR; Lora Osborn and husband Don of Myrtle Creek, OR and his brother Pat McMullen and wife Beth of Elgin, OR; his sister-in-law Rosalie Johnson of Amarillo, TX; and many nieces and nephews. George was a veteran of WWII having served in the Army Air Corp in the South Pacific and the Far East. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Oklahoma State University receiving his B.A. and Masters Degree in history and mathematics from that institution. He served as superintendent of schools in Red Rock, Oklahoma and retired as a teacher of mathematics from the Albuquerque Public Schools. Mr. McMullen was an avid golfer. He was a member of the Rio Rancho Country Club at one time and played the various municipal courses in Albuquerque. He loved the game. He was also an avid gardener. George was a master mason, belonged to the First Christian Church, was a member of Pi Gamma Mu, Phi Alpha Theta and Kappa Delta Pi. Graveside services will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with Chaplain Lemuel Boyles, Col. USAF. (Ret.) officiating on Monday June 28, 2004, 10:30 a.m. with military honors. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE on Sunday, June 27, 2004 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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MOLLEUR -- Earl D. Molleur, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, was born on October 29, 1934 in Seminole, Oklahoma and went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 23, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Peggy; three children, Suzanne, Nancy and Jimmy; and two granddaughters, Julie of Maine and Sarah of Albuquerque. Memorial Services will be held on Monday, June 28, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary - Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Earl will be missed dearly by his family and his friends and neighbors who he was always willing to help with a caring, lending hand. Earl was a member of Plumbers and Steamfitters local 412 for 52 years. He was very gifted at woodworking and restoring classic cars. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, Ste. 225, 87110, or the American Heart Association - NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790-0790. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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NEWTON -- Carol Isabel Newton, 72, a resident of Belen since 1977, was called home to be with Our Heavenly Father and Savior, on Friday, June 25, 2004. Carol is survived by her husband, Al Newton of Belen and his four children, nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; her sons, Dean Osekavage and his daughter, Isabella of Toms River, NJ; Stanley Osekavage of Albuquerque; David Osekavage and wife, Poppy and their daughters, Katie and Brooke of Louisville, CO; Richard Osekavage and wife, Natalie and their daughters, Brianna and Grace of Phelan, CA; sister, Joan Messina and daughter, Susan of Oceanside, NY; her daughter, Diane Muscatelli and husband, Anthony and their daughters, Nicole and Alexandra and son, Stefano of Warwick, RI; her son, Michael Messina and wife, Olga and their daughter, Stephanie and son, Michael of Lido Beach, NY; her son, Mark Popp and wife, Hiromi and their son, Masahiro and daughter, Sayo of Oceanside, NY. A memorial service will be held Sunday, June 27, 2004, 10:00 a.m., French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery later this week. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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OTERO -- GERONIMA--Mrs. Geronima Otero, 58, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 24, 2004. Mrs. Otero is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Pete Otero; one daughter, Patricia Lucero and husband, Abel; two sons, Freddie Otero, and Randy Otero; five sisters, Trinnie Leyba and husband, Greg, Adelina Gutierrez and husband, Sammy, Theresa Mills and husband, Don, Pearline Sierra and husband, Jose, and Gloria Martinez; one brother, Eddie Martinez; two grandchildren, Miranda and Christi Lucero; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Otero was preceded in death by her parents, Erineo and Deluvina Martinez and two brothers, Escundino Martinez and Rosendo Martinez. Mrs. Otero was a member of the Catholic Church, and member of the Rosary Society. A visitation for Mrs. Otero will be Sunday evening from 6:30pm until 7:00pm at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00pm. Final visitation will be Monday morning from 8:30am until 9:00am at Holy Ghost Catholic Church with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 9:00am. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, committal service at 11:30am. Pallbearers will be Chris Martinez, Michael Leyba, Frankie Martinez, Jose Sierra, Lawrence Otero, and Luciano Lesperance. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors SW 243-7861
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PIERCE -- David M. Pierce, 68, a resident of Livermore, CA from 1966 to 1979, Albuquerque since 1980, passed away suddenly at home on Sunday June 20 , 2004. David was born on March 3, 1936, in McPherson, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his mother, Ester Pierce; father, Gerald Pierce. He retired from Sandia Laboratory after 35 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Nora Pierce; sister, Joanne Todd of Boise, ID; sons, Greg and Tim Pierce; daughter, Julie Cooper; step-sons, Todd and Greg Houck; step-daughters, Cecilie Bodman and Tekla Giron; four grandsons, Ryan, Dylan, Cody, Billy; seven granddaughters, Rachel, Mary Caroline, Megan, Nova, Amber, Bianca and Veronica. His loving, humorous, spiritual perspective on life will be sorely missed by all who loved him.
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SANCHEZ -- Tony P. Sanchez, 68, born August 27, 1935 and a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, June 24, 2004. He is survived by his longtime companion, Phyllis Jean; children, Dolly and Rick Otero, Jeannie Sanchez, Tony and Doris Sanchez, and Ralph and Laura Sanchez; grandchildren, Dorinda and Chad Wingenbach, Kaiani Otero, Crystal and Nivardo Olvera, Lupe Sanchez, Desire and Brittney Sanchez; great-grandchildren, Gabriel Otero and Aaron Olvera; brother and sisters, Leroy Sanchez, Cinda Baca, Flora Trujillo and Sophia Delgado; half-sisters and half-brother, Sylvia, Mary Lou, Gloria, Julia and Johnny Ray. Mr. Sanchez was a retired member of Iron Workers Local Union 495. Prayer services will be held Sunday, June 27, 2004, at 6:00 p.m., at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel. Funeral Services will be held Monday, June 28, 2004, at 10:00 a.m., at Family Worship Center, 5200 Iliff Rd NW, with Pastor Steve Ulibarri officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Chad Wingenbach, Nivardo Olvera, Johnny Sanchez, Joseph Troy, Audencio Saenz, Juan Salas, Eddie Aragon and John Aragon. Friends may visit French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, Sunday, June 27, 2004, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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SANDOVAL -- Seferina "Rena" G. Sandoval, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Thursday, June 24, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Metoyer and husband, Paul of Albuquerque, son, Meliton C. Sandoval of Albuquerque; daughters, Anita Fleming and husband, Tom of Lake Forrest, CA, and Marie Daeschel and husband, Joel of Santa Fe; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Meliton A. Sandoval. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, June 29, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at Stanley, NM Cemetery. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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SMITH -- Lou Ella Smith. Visitations will be Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Pena Blanca, NM; followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. today. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday at 11:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery in Pena Blanca. Pallbearers will be Oscar Ayala, David (Davey) Montoya, III, Rudy Kanesta, Frankie Bransford, Jason Montoya, and Lenny Mares. Honorary bearers will be Joe Sam Ross, Vince Ross, Jacob (Wedo) Montoya, and Brittany (Brit) Ayala-Montoya. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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THOMAS -- Mary Kathryn Thomas, born February 4, 1910, passed away at Albuquerque Manor Nursing Home on Sunday, June 20, 2004. She was the child of Frank L. Thomas and Alice Place Thomas of Bremen, IN. Her mother was the child of Lovina Keyser and John L. Place, and Mary Kathryn was the second cousin of Theodore Cressner of Plymouth. Her father was the child of John W. Thomas and Susan Jenkins, and was the owner of Bremen Clay Products, which manufactured drainage tile. The oldest of three children, Mary Kathryn took over the raising of her younger brother, Theodore, and sister, Alice Lucille, when their mother passed away in 1923. She is survived by Alice Lucille; her children, John Cabral and Janaina Klang; and by her brother, Theodore's children, Grant Thomas, his daughter, Rosanna Thomas, and Sylvia Thomas, her daughter, Chehreh Gibson and Sylvia's granddaughter, Menomonee West. She moved to Albuquerque in 1964 and worked at what is now the Bank of America until retirement. She was a staunch member of the Christian Science church for her whole life, was an active supporter of the Animal Humane Association, and a member of the Spanish Toastmasters Club, as well as a 50 year DAR member. There will be a memorial service for her at Albuquerque Manor on Wednesday, June 30 at 2:30, as well as a memorial service in Plymouth, IN, where she will be buried. Rather than flowers, please make donations in her name to the Animal Humane Association of Albuquerque. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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TIBBETTS -- Arthur L. Tibbetts, 35, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2004. He is survived by his mother, Glenda "Tootsie" Barnett of Albuquerque; aunt, Laureen "Lolly" Arena of New York; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins in New England. Arthur served in the US Army, 11 years, including the Gulf War, where he earned the rank of Sergeant and numerous awards and medals. He was recently working as a truck driver for Swift Trucking. Cremation has taken place. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sun June 27, 2004

YOUNG -- Olga Young, 81 and a resident of Rio Rancho since 1981, died June 24, 2004. Olga was born Feb. 17, 1923, to John and Amelia Stack in Jersey City, New Jersey. Olga was a member of St. Francis Episcopal Church in Rio Rancho, the Albuquerque Civic Chorus, her church choir, the Meadowlark Senior Center Rio Ramblers and the Meadowlark Singers. She was preceded in death by her husband Irving A. Young, her sister-in-law Clara and husband Edwin Hawkins of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., and her son-in-law Clifford. She is survived by; her daughter Jeanne Ann Freeman of Norcross, Ga.; her sister Dorothy Gregoravic and husband Andrew of Longmont, Colo.; nephews Peter Makuta and wife Mindy of Boulder, Colo., William Makuta and wife Ellen of Silver Creek, Calif., and Donald Young Jr. and wife Laura of Arizona; her niece Ann Gimmler and husband Norman of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.; great-nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 30, 2004, from 1 to 2 p.m. A funeral service with the Rev. Walter F. Smith III officiating will be Wednesday, June 30, 2004, at 2 p.m. in Vista Verde Mortuary Chapel, 4310 Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln. in Rio Rancho. A reception in the mortuary family room follows interment in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary, 892-9920
        Published on: Sun June 27, 2004

ZAMORA -- Joe Zamora, 75, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 26, 2004. He is survived by a son, Leonard Zamora; daughters, Diane Carriaga and husband, Robert and Christine Bogle and husband, Edward; grandchildren, Michelle Carriaga-James and husband, David, Robert Ray Carriaga, Vanessa, Whitney and Brian Bogle; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Anthony Carmen James; brothers, Julian Zamora and Danny Zamora and wife, Mellie; sisters, Maryann Sanchez and husband, Lorenzo, Rachel Toledo and husband, Prospero, Cecilia Coiner and husband, Bud, Lydia Havens and Lorina Ortega and husband, Jimmy; and sister-in-law, Ursula Lantz and husband, Jerry. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carmen Zamora; parents, Juan and Deluvina Zamora; and sisters, Leova Romero and Marlene Skidmore. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, with Pastor Bob Church officiating. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sun June 27, 2004