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ARAGON-DYSON -- Deanna Deanna Aragon-Dyson born July 2, 1963 died in Mississippi on June 12, 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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BANGHART -- Billy L. Banghart Jr., 26, went home to be with the Lord on June 24, 2004. He was born on September 14, 1977 in Albuquerque, NM. Billy was a brilliant musician and a loving son and father. He is survived by his father, Billy Banghart Sr.; mother, Linda Gurule; his son, Dominic Banghart; his daughters, Sonia Banghart and Skylee Banghart; brothers, Michael Banghart and Rudy Gurule and his sisters, Tiffany Gurule, Donna Banghart and Brittney Banghart. He will be deeply missed by his loving family. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday July 2, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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BLAKE -- Ruth Blake, age 99, passed away on June 30, 2004. She is survived by her son, Robert Eric Blake, his wife, Terri and daughter, Dawn; her daughter Susan Sunshine; granddaughters, Jennifer Sunshine and Julia Hamilton; great-granddaughters, Austin, Lauren, Valerie, and Amy. A resident of Albuquerque, Ruth was a volunteer at St. Joseph's Hospital until she was 96. A gathering in remembrance of Ruth will be held on Friday, July 2, 2004 at Jennifer Sunshine's home from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please call for information, 933-4196.
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CUSTER -- Rebecca Custer.
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DICKENS -- John "Pete" Dickens, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, June 28, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Jane Dickens of Albuquerque; daughter, Gwen Zollars and husband, Chuck of Abilene, TX; sons, John W. Dickens, Jr. and wife, Jeanne Banks of Placitas, and Dr. Owen Dickens and wife, Jenny of Wilmore, KY, and Rev. Barry Dickens and wife, Susan of Los Alamos, NM; ten grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Mr. Dickens was retired from the USAF as a Lt. Colonel. Pete was a deacon and usher at Hoffmantown Church. He was a member of Gideon's International. Pete enjoyed his work with stained glass windows and was especially proud of a piece he created for Noonday Ministries. Memorial services will be held Saturday, July 3, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Dr. Roy Elmore and Rev. Barry Dickens officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Noonday Ministry, P.O. Box 25451, 87125 or Gideons International, c/o Robert Alvis, 3020 Camino Real Ct. NE, 87111. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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DOOLEY -- Ramona Moya Dooley March 2, 1929 - July 1, 1993 IN MEMORY I STILL CRY FOR YOU ALWAYS WILL I LOVE YOU FOREVER I'LL MISS YOU AND NEVER WILL I FORGET YOU LOVE FOREVER YOUR HUSBAND JOHN THANK YOU LORD FOR ALLOWING US TO SHARE EACH OTHER FOR 43 YEARS.
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EDWARDS -- W. Sterling Edwards, 83, died at home in Albuquerque on June 28 after a long struggle with multiple system atrophy related to Parkinson's Disease. He was a visionary medical researcher, surgeon and teacher. Dr. Edwards was a pioneer in cardiovascular surgery. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama on July 23, 1920. He graduated from the Virginia Military Institute in 1942 and later received an MD degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1945. He served in the U.S. Army Medical Corps from 1945 to 1948. He was a professor of surgery at the Medical College of Alabama from 1952 to 1969 and at the University of New Mexico from 1969 to 1987. He volunteered on the medical ship Hope in 1968, stationed off the coast of Sri Lanka. From 1974 to 1987 he served as the Chairman of the Department of Surgery at the University of New Mexico. In retirement, he worked with persons suffering from terminal illnesses to help them better communicate with their health providers. His wife, Ann Dudley Edwards, preceded him in death in 2002. He is survived by his son, Bruce of Albuquerque and his wife, Paula and their children, Laura and Robert; his son, Peter of Albuquerque and his wife, Ana and their children, Will and Sandy; his son, Wyman of Albuquerque and his stepchildren, Amadeo and Nina Gonzales; his daughter, Kitty of Boulder, Colorado and her husband, Carl Lineberger; his sisters, Alabama E. Williams and Betsy E. Pless of Birmingham, Alabama; and his brother, Leon Wyman Edwards of Birmingham, Alabama. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. July 10 in Keller Hall, located next to Popejoy Hall on the campus of the University of New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the W. Sterling Edwards MD Endowed Professorship, University of New Mexico Foundation, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131-001 or Doctors Without Borders, P.O. Box 1869, Merrifield, VA 22116-9644.
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FROST -- Greg Frost passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2004. He is survived by his widow, Dannee Ashton; and her son, Hunter; his good friends in Albuquerque including Fount Harvill and his children, Peta and Hawk; Joseph Anthony, who was like a brother to him; friend and boss Dennis Maloof, who paid for the services; and his beloved Great Dane, Einstein. A Memorial Service was held last Friday, June 25, 2004. The family loved Greg dearly and would like to thank everyone who attended.
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FULLINGIM -- Loyce Fullingim, born December 21, 1916, passed away June 29, 2004. She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Wayland Fullingim, three brothers, and three sisters. She is survived by her two daughters, Sandi Beach and her husband, Tom of Los Angeles, CA and Sherri Jursnick of Bedford, Texas; five grandsons; 11 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Iona Patton of Morgan Hill, CA. Services will be held Friday, July 2, 2004 at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor William Nielson and Pastor John Griffin officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Presbyterian Health Care Foundation, Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, P.O. Box 26666, 87125 or to the building fund at Heights First Church of Nazarene, 8401 Paseo del Norte NE, 87122. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GAMMON -- Carl Edwin Gammon died a peaceful death in the presence of his family Tuesday, June 29, 2004. Carl, born in Geuda Springs, Kansas November 29, 1910, was a man respected by all who knew him as a leader in his church, his community, and his family. A man of quick wit, piercing intellect, and boundless physical strength, Carl lived an exemplary life of honor and good works, always living life to the very fullest whatever the challenges that faced him. When but a boy of 12, Carl helped his father, W.T. Gammon, load two horse-drawn wagons with all their family's possessions and embarked on a cross-country journey to their new home in Watonga, Oklahoma. Carl's mother, Clara and his 6 siblings made the journey quickly by Model-T, while Carl and his father followed a more difficult route, taking five days to travel just over 150 miles. This trip, following a map that Carl boasted his father had drawn from memory, was a defining journey for the young man who, as a master story-teller in his later years, told stories of his faithful mule Jumbo drawing crowds of children with her antics when they passed through towns along their way, and of how he overcame his own fears to help his father ford the raging Canadian River to deliver the precious load. W.T. crossed with his wagon first and then talked Carl across. Carl might have felt like a scared 12-year-old boy, but he knew his family was depending on him to complete a man's task, so he plunged across the freezing river, full from a recent rain. In Watonga, Carl met, pursued, and eventually married the girl he knew he was destined to spend his life with, Violette Pearl Gose Gammon, and with her raised two children, a son, Roger, and a daughter, Linda. In Ames, Oklahoma, the pair built a home, ran a successful farm and ranch, helped found the local farm cooperative, actively built fellowships at their local Disciples of Christ Church (serving as representatives at the World Disciples of Christ Congress in Australia), participated in local and state politics (Carl serving as a Republican Delegate to the state Convention), traveled around the world twice, and after 55 years of hard work, retired to Albuquerque, NM. Always a hard worker, Carl did not sit back and rest, but once in NM became an active part of his new church community at Monte Vista Christian Church, continued to travel, and turned the plentiful NM sun into gardens of splendor until he was 90 years old. When Violette passed away after 58 years of marriage, Carl was fortunate to find love again and married Dora Tweedy Gammon who would be his devoted companion for the remainder of his life. He often remarked how blessed he was to have had two wonderful women in his life when many people never find even one. Carl is survived by Dora Tweedy Gammon, his loving wife of 11 years; son, Roger and Sue Gammon of Arizona; daughter, Linda and Billy Thorne of Albuquerque; step-daughter, Lesa and Allen Sprinkle of Albuquerque; step-son, Gary Medcalf of Washington; six grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Hicks; and a large extended family in Oklahoma. He will be missed by all who loved him. Services will be held Friday, July 2, 2004 at 11:00 a.m., at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, with Dr. Michelle Tatlock officiating. Interment will take place in Oklahoma. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, July 1, 2004 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions be made to Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GONZALES -- Mela T. Gonzales, age 84, a lifelong resident of Los Lentes, NM has gone to be with our Lord on Tuesday, June 29, 2004. She had her loving family at her side. She was a lifelong member of San Clemente Catholic Church and she took great pride in never missing Sunday Mass. She was a foster grandparent for 13 years retiring in 1999. Mela "Nana" was a big hearted woman. She would wait every week for Sunday to come so that she could see her family that would come to eat breakfast. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten. Mela was preceded in death by her loving husband, Alex Gonzales; her parents, Edwardo and Lorenza Tafoya; her daughter-in-law, Geraldine Gonzales; and four brothers, Cecilio, Paul, John, and Freddie Tafoya. She is survived by her six loving children, Lorrie and her husband, John Maurer, Frank and his wife, Maria Gonzales of Los Lunas, Pauline and her husband, Eddie Peralta of Los Chavez, Eddie and his wife, Rosie Gonzales of Los Lunas, Mabel and her husband, Steve Connelly of Phoenix, AZ, and Joe and his wife, Jeannie Gonzales of Los Lunas; 24 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. All services will be held at San Clemente Catholic Church beginning with a viewing on Thursday, July 1, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. to be followed with a rosary at 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday July 2, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the San Clemente Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jon-Michael Perea, Sonny Frank Gonzales, Eli Gonzales, Phillip and Chris Peralta, Joseph Gonzales, and Nicole and Manuel Perea. Honorary pallbearers will be all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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HANSON -- William "Bill" Hanson, 48, a 6-year resident of Edgewood, died Tuesday, June 29, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Vivian Hanson of Edgewood; daughter, Erin Hanson of Edgewood; mother, Madeleine Elam of Clearwater, FL; sister, Denise Swart and husband, Jeff of Sunbury, OH; brothers-in-law, Stephen Manzer of Jupiter, FL and Ken Manzer of Windsor, VA; mother- and father-in-law, Fran and Linda Manzer of Edgewood; nieces and nephews, John, Maria, James, Ariel, and Aubrey. Bill was employed at Sandia National Labs. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Saturday, July 3, 2004, 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Mark Delladio officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the United Way of Central New Mexico, 302 8th St. NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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JONES -- Howard "Ben" M. Jones. Our beloved husband, father and friend, age 81, passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2004. Born May 24, 1923 in Warren, Ohio, Ben married Twila Jones on October 25th, 1944. A resident of Albuquerque since 1957, Howard was employed by ACF and General Electric Corporation until retirement in 1985. He was a gifted woodcarver, gardener and carpenter, and leaves family and friends with many keepsakes of his talent. Ben is survived by his wife of 59 years, Twila Jones. Children include son, Richard Jones and wife, Kerry of Lancaster, CA; daughter, Suzanne Gamble and husband, Harold of Walkersville, MD; daughter, Terry Maxey and husband, Ray of Farmington NM; and son, David Jones and wife, Carol of Albuquerque. Also surviving are sister, Madeleine Chambers and brother, Robert Jones of Warren, OH. Ben leaves his seven loving grandchildren with many fond memories; Shane Gamble, Bryan Maxey, Kim Miller, Megan Gamble, Jonathan Jones, Alex Jones and K.C. Jones. Ben was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Loveilla Jones, daughter Sherry, and brothers, Caleb, Almus, and John, all of Warren OH. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 3, 2004 at La Vida Llena Retirement Community in Carter Hall, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, with Reverend Trey Hammond officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials are made in the name of Howard M. Jones to the Alzheimer's Association. Cremation arrangements are by Sunrise Funeral Options of Albuquerque.
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LEWIS -- Billy Joe Lewis, age 78, a resident of Albuquerque for 43 years, died on Monday, June 28, 2004. He was born on October 24, 1925, in Ashland, Kentucky to George W. Lewis and Susie Lake. Survivors include two daughters, Tammy Rogers and her husband, Craig, and Laura Dunahoo, all of Albuquerque; three sons, Michael R. Lewis and his wife, Gloria J., of New York, Edward A. Lewis and his wife, Bobbye J., of Rio Rancho, and William E. Galloway and his wife, Sue, of Arizona; nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his first wife Ruby, and second wife Jean. Mr. Lewis retired from TWA in 1986 after 33 years. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #99. A Service will be held on Friday, July 2, 2004 at 1:00 p.m., in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, with Reverend Mark Stefanov officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale SE. Pallbearers will be Edward Lewis, Edward Lewis Jr., Craig Rogers, and Michael Lewis. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Lung Association, 7000 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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LIPP -- Maurice Carl Lipp passed away in his apartment at the Grand Courts in Albuquerque New Mexico on June 27, 2004. His two sisters, Dorothy Hiller and Louise Anderson of Albuquerque, survive Maurice. His sons, Thomas and George and their spouses live in California. Maurice has six grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Maurice Carl Lipp was born on November 2, 1910 in Roswell, NM. His father, Dr. George A. Lipp, died when Maurice was 14. He attended grade school and High School in Roswell and graduated in 1928. The next fall Maurice entered the University of New Mexico where he joined Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He was a four-year football letterman at UNM and was a member of the first football team to travel to a game by air when UNM played Occidental College in the Rose Bowl. Maurice graduated from the college of Civil Engineering at UNM in 1932. Following graduation he worked for the New Mexico State Highway Department followed by the Conservancy District then transferring on to the Bureau of Reclamation in Denver. He later worked for the United Pueblos Agency with the Indian Service. On December 14, 1940 Maurice married Doris Brooks Nickson. He was called to active duty with the US Navy and moved to Honolulu where he survived the attack on Pearl Harbor. He was transferred to Newport Rhode Island where he was discharged from active duty with the Navy. Maurice returned to Denver where he resumed working for the Bureau of Reclamation. After two years in Denver he began working for the Department of the Navy as a civil engineer with the Bureau of Yards and Docks in Washington, D.C. Maurice was then promoted to be the facilities manager at the US Naval Ordinance Test Station in China Lake California. He was then transferred to Point Mugu on the coast of California where he managed the construction of the Pacific Missile range. Maurice took early retirement from government service to begin a career with a private organization in Washington, D.C. After 6 months in Washington he was transferred to Bangkok, Thailand where he and his wife Doris lived for four years. He then moved with the same company to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia where he managed the construction and implementation of water desalting and electrical generating plants for the Saudi Government. Maurice retired in 1978 and returned to Albuquerque, New Mexico where they were active with the Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church. They made a trip to China and another to New Zealand, Australia, and Fiji with a group from the Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Maurice and his wife Doris delivered for Meals on Wheels for eight years. Doris passed away on 12/01/1994 and his daughter Ann on 3/28/04. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Friday, July 2, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Rd. NE, with Pastor Larry Moss officiating. Maurice will be interred beside Doris at 1:00 p.m, at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Memorial contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity, 4520 Montgomery Blvd. NE, 87109 or Meals on Wheels, P.O. Box 92614, 87199-2614. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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LUJAN -- Mrs. Florinda Lujan, 71, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 28, 2004. Mrs. Lujan is survived by seven children, Alberto C. Lujan and wife, Eileen, Samuel Lujan and wife, Georgia, Phillip O. Lujan and wife, Lillian, Jeanette I. Sanchez and husband, Alcario, Josephine S. Gutierrez and husband, Antonio, Steven D. Lujan and wife, Debora, Bertha E. Sanchez and husband, Tom; three sisters, Lucy Chavez and husband, Domingo, Eleanor Hurtado and Aurora Lujan; one brother, Joaquin Tais and wife, Joyce; 23 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Lujan was preceded in death by her husband, Castulo Lujan and her son, Enriques (Henry) Lujan. Mrs. Lujan was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary was recited Wednesday evening June 30, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church. A final visitation will be Thursday morning July 1, 2004 from 11:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:30 by Father Daniel Balizan. A Committal Service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Steven Lujan, Joseph Gutierrez, James Sanchez, Alcario John Sanchez, Samuelito Lujan and Alex Lujan. Arrrangments by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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MARES -- Michael V. Mares, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday June 26, 2004. Michael was born on December 10, 1957 in Albuquerque to Bill and Mary Mares. He is survived by his parents; brother, Gary Mares and wife, Jo; sister, Michele Boland and husband, John; sister, Janelle Howe and husband, Winston; his loving nieces and nephews: Sam, Jeff, Victoria, Andrea, Rio, Winston and Matt; his special uncle, Albert Barela; along with numerous aunts, uncles, and friends; and his beloved dog, Oscar. Michael graduated from Sandia High School and went on to Stanford University, where he received a BS degree and also received an MBA from UNM, Robert O. Anderson Graduate School of Business. He worked for several years at United Technologies and went on to management at FHP. Michael along with his sister Michele, formed M & M Insurance Agency, a very successful insurance agency here in Albuquerque. Michael's hobbies were reading, writing, and playing on his computer. He also enjoyed scuba diving and dancing. Michael was a wonderful son, brother, uncle and friend, and he will be greatly missed. A Rosary for Michael will be recited on Thursday evening, July 1, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary with the Funeral Services on Friday, July 2, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at John XXII Catholic Community, located at 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE, North of Montgomery, 1 block west on Manitoba off Tramway. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124
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PEREZ -- Michael G. Perez, 17, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2004. He is survived by his parents, Oscar and Theresa Perez of Albuquerque; sister, Maura Garcia and husband, Angelo; brother, Oscar "Junior" Perez and wife, Tammy; sister, Erika Perez, and nephew, Hector "Junior" Perez, all of Albuquerque. Michael was full of life and loved making people laugh. Michael was a good son and had a sweet reserved personality. He had lots of friends, but first he was a loving son, brother and uncle. He will be greatly missed by his family whose lives he touched with his energy, laughter and love. A Rosary will be recited Friday, July 2, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Visitation will follow after the Rosary from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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REID -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF HOLLY DREYER REID February 7, 1953 - July 1, 2003 If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again. A year ago today you left us so suddenly that we did not get to say our goodbyes and tell you how much we love you. Words cannot express the emptiness we feel. We take comfort in knowing that you are in a good place, one with beauty, peace, love, and Reggae. Dance among the stars, Holly! Dance until we see each other again. We love you, we miss you, and will keep you in our hearts always. Devon, Marian & Hank, Sabra & Frank, Kyla & Lloyd, Jascha, Tanya, Caleb & Jeremiah, Chelan, Angela, Olivia & Miles.
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RIBERA -- Meliton U. Ribera, 82, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, June 30, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Petra Ribera; sons, Milton Rivera and special friend, Helen Brown, Sam Rivera and wife, Lorraine; daughter, Helen Richards and husband, Jerry; brother, Eutimio Rivera; sister, Pita Rivera; grandchildren, Diane Richards, Keith Rivera, Donovan Rivera; Jesse Rivera and Tanya and Lewis Casias; great-grandchildren, Jesse Rivera, Jr., Elizabeth Rivera, Megan Rivera, Hannah Rivera, Madeline Rivera, Audry Gonzales and Adriana Gonzales; numerous nieces and nephews; and a faithful little Chihuahua, Ginger. Mr. Ribera was preceded in death by his parents, Placido and Antonia Ribera and siblings, Maria Varela, Carlos, Placido and Frank Rivera; great-granddaughter, Elena Maria Rivera; and sons, John and Michael Rivera. Mr. Ribera served in CC Camp prior to the military service. He was a decorated veteran of WWII and received the Purple Heart. Mr. Ribera retired from the Veterans Administration after 30 years of service. He was a lifetime member of the DAV and also a member of the VFW. He fought a courageous battle of 20 years against cancer. He was a loving and devoted husband, loving father and grandfather. After retirement he enjoyed fishing, billiards, gardening and cooking. He shared his love for fishing with his children, grandchildren and friends. Prayer service will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., July 2, 2004, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will take place Friday at 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Keith Rivera, Donovan Rivera, Jesse Rivera, Bobby Turner, Rudy Varela and Joe Montoya. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, 10:00 a.m. to service time. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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THOMPSON -- Sandra Lynne "Sandy" Thompson. Born December 23, 1940, died June 27, 2004. Born in Langdon, ND to Bennie and Bjorg Johannesson. Preceded in death by son, David Daugherty; sister, Peggy Johnson; and father, Bennie Johannesson. She is survived by husband, Bob Thompson; daughter, Dana Newman; step-children, Steven and Michael Thompson and Shelly Lang; brothers, Clancy, Kenny, and Eric Johannesson; and sister, Deena Putnam; grandchildren, Ryan and Kiersten Hall, Aubrey and April Thompson and Dylan and Greyson Newman. Sandy worked at the VA Hospital in Albuquerque for several years, then later co-owned SanRo Electric with her husband until retirement. Later, she divided her time between Albuquerque and Scholle, New Mexico, where she enjoyed entertaining, dancing, and visiting with friends. The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff at The New Mexico Cancer Center for their compassion, dedication, and optimism. There will be a visitation at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, on Thursday, July 1, 2004 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services are Friday morning, July 2, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., followed by interment dedication at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd., NE. Memorial donations should be made to the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation, 4901 Lang NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 842-8771.
        Published on: Thu July 01, 2004