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ARCHULETA -- Tony Joe Archuleta passed away on June 30, 2004 at the age of 69. Father of Anthony, Rick, Michael, Yolanda, Rhonda, and Carolyn; brother of Mary Faye, Pete, Irene, Rosalie, Joe Eddy, Betty, and Steve. Tony is also survived by his former wife and mother to their children, Dorothy Archuleta; eight grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and his good friend, Josie Sanchez. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pedro and Seferina; his sister, Josie; and brothers, Leo and Miguel. Tony enjoyed fishing, taking walks, and participating in his membership in the Lobo Club. The Rosary will be recited on Monday, July 5, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., and the Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday July 6, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., both at Chapel of the Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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BALLEJOS -- Macario Raymond Ballejos passed away on July 4, 2004, in a local hospital. He is survived by his children, Abie Ballejos, Joey Benavedez and one daughter, Debbie and husband Estevan Lopez; three brothers, Leo, Ismael, Vincent Ballejos; one sister, Mary Chavez; five grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Henritta Ballejos. Services are July 5, 2004 at New Beginning Church of God, 3601 Montgomery NE. Viewing is at 5:00 p.m. Services are at 6:00 p.m. Pallbearers are Chacno, Leroy Ballejos, Gilbert Chavez, Joe Jarmillo, Joey Benavides, and Estevan Lopez. Honorary pallbearers will be Abie Ballejos and Eric Aragon. Burial will be July 6, 2004 in Punta de Auga, New Mexico at 11:00 a.m.
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BRADLEY -- William Daniel Bradley, Jr. (Bill)passed away Saturday, May 29, 2004 at Albuquerque Manor Nursing Home. Cremation has taken place. He is survived by his wife, Erleyne Elvera (Hardy) Bradley and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Central United Methodist Church Music Fund or Hospice. The date for a Memorial at the church will be announced later.
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BROWN -- Neal Austin, born June 10, 1983 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, completed his journey on July 2, 2004. He leaves behind his parents, Emmit and Sonja Brown, uncles and aunts, Jo and Damon Brown of Albuquerque, and Charles and Janet Walter of Springville, Utah, dearest cousins, Mark and Nikki Brown of Albuquerque, and best friend Holly Rodecap. His grandparents, Neal and Lois Walter and Pete and Betty Brown, completed their journeys so they could welcome him home. Austin was a warrior in his own right, fighting against cystic fibrosis the best he knew how. He won. We thank the compassionate and caring MICU staff at UNMH and Dr. Sarah Allen, Adult CF Clinic, UNMH, who helped him complete his journey. A memorial service will be held at the University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, July 9, at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Stephen Barrilleaux officiating. Donations may be made in Austin's name to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931 Arlington Rd., Bethasda, MD. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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EIDSON -- Robert H. Eidson, 83, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, July 3, 2004. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Arvell; daughter, Donna Heustess and husband, Ellis, of Albuquerque; granddaughter Lori Heustess and husband, Chadwick Gibbons of Sugarland, TX; sisters, Jean Johnson and Norma Curry, both of Albuquerque; and many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Robert was born in Tulsa, OK, on April 13, 1921 to Pearl and Walter Eidson. He moved to New Mexico when he was 9 and lived in New Mexico for the majority of his life. Robert was a member of the Masonic Lodge Temple #6. He was master of that lodge in 1959. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, July 7, 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday, July 6, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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HACKARD -- Dennis LaMar Hackard, 66, a resident of Albuquerque, lost his long hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer on July 2, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Madeline "Van" Hackard; daughter, Leesa Hanagan and husband Ron of Centreville, VA; son, Christopher Hackard and wife Lisa of Boston, MA; brother, Martin Hackard and wife Merrilyn of Twin Falls, ID and brother, Darwin Hackard of Belen, NM; niece, Gretchen Esson and husband Bill of ID; nephew, Eric Hackard and wife Sue of Marietta, GA; and niece, Valerie Billingsly and husband Steve of Belen, NM. His parents, LaMar and Lillian Hackard, preceded him in death. Dennis was born in Ft. Madison, Iowa on September 12, 1937. He moved with his parents to Albuquerque in November 1945 and graduated from Highland High School in 1955. Dennis worked as an electrician before being drafted into the U.S. Army serving from August 9, 1961 to August 8, 1963. He was a long-standing member of IBEW, Local 611 until going to work at Sandia Labs in 1981 from which he retired in 2000. After retiring, Dennis enjoyed traveling, going to the casino and volunteering his time helping his wife at Manzano High School. Services will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Family and friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel on Tuesday, July 6, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 or Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, 8300 Constitution NE 87110 or to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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LYLE -- Dr. John Robert Jr., born November 4, 1944; died June 8, 2004. Dr. Lyle is survived by his father, John R. Lyle Sr. of Albuquerque; and his loving daughter, Kim Colleen Hine and her husband, Jeff of Rio Rancho. His grandchildren include, Trahurn Timblin of Albuquerque, and Michael and Calley Hine of Rio Rancho. He is also survived by his brother, Michael Lyle of Las Vegas, Nevada, and sisters, Mary Utrup of Albuquerque; Martha "Marnie" Lyle-Erhard of Las Cruces, Veronica Peterson of Seaford; and former wife, Carol Merovka of Albuquerque. John also had numerous aunts; uncles; nieces; nephews and cousins who respected and loved him. He was preceded in death by his mother, Martha Thelma Lyle. John graduated from St. Pius X High School and received his Bachelor of Science Degree from UNM. He obtained his medical degree from the University of New Mexico, School of Medicine. His career in psychiatry included private practice in Albuquerque and California. At the time of his passing he worked as a prison psychiatrist with the California Department of Corrections, at San Quentin, in San Francisco, California He is remembered by his colleagues as being a strong advocate for inmates and a prison psychiatrist par excellence. Dr. Lyle's medical and psychiatric interests were centered upon efforts to heal the whole person, both physically and mentally. He had little tolerance for individuals who did not respect other human beings, whatever their position in life. He was a gregarious person, who appreciated all kinds of music; read avidly about a multitude of topics, and loved the ocean. John is remembered by his family as a generous physician who cared deeply about his patients, colleagues, and friends. He is missed by all who knew him. He was cremated at the Halsted Gray-Carew Funeral Home on Sutter Street in San Francisco, California; 415-673-3000. A funeral mass is scheduled for 8:30 a.m., Thursday, July 8, 2004 at Annunciation Parrish, 2532 Vermont NE in Albuquerque.
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MALDONADO -- Helen Garcia Maldonado, 66, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on July 2, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Porfirio Maldonado; four daughters, Kathy Alvarez and husband, Victor, Debbie Garcia, Pearl Holley and Magdalene Garcia; grandchildren, Zack, Geneva and husband, Brad, Ava, Dan and Malachi; great grandchildren, Mariah and an unborn baby girl; three sisters, Betty, Nellie and Lillian; sister-in-law, Ilene; aunt, Isabel Avila. Helen was preceded in death by her parents; a brother and a granddaughter. Visitation will take place Monday from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a wake service at 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel. Service will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. also at French Mortuary with Pastor Richard Chavez, officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dan Garcia, Malachi Jolley, John Elam, Julian Corona, David Garcia, Leroy Saenz, Joel Maldonado and Tony Sanchez. Honorary pallbearer will be Zack Garcia. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks North of Paseo del Norte) (505) 897-0300
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MARTINEZ -- Arturo (Tuti) Martinez, passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2004 in Sacramento, CA. He is preceded in death by his brother, Jose Martinez; and is survived by his brothers, Christobal Martinez, Emeliano Martinez and wife, Maria, Enriquez Martinez and wife, Arabella, Ignacio Martinez and wife, Emily; his sister, Sally Stevens and sister-in-law, Carmelita Martinez; and numerous nieces and nephews. Rosary will be held Tuesday July 6, 2004 at the St. Therese Convent, 313 Shropshire NW in Albuquerque, at 7:00 p.m. with Deacon Rudy Baca.
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MCKINNEY -- Bradley Dean McKinney, age 74, passed away suddenly on July 1, 2004 at his home in Albuquerque, NM. Dean was born to William P. and Hattie Watkins McKinney on June 10, 1930, in Carlsbad, NM. He spent his school years growing up in Weed, NM, with his uncle and aunt, Erb and Syb Deppe. He graduated from the Weed High School. Dean served in the Marine Corps was in the Korean War. After returning home, Dean got involved in the race horse industry. He was well known in the industry and had many friends. Dean was a racing official of one capacity or another for over 50 years. Dean had filled positions of Racing Secretary and Steward in Arizona, Louisiana, Texas, Colorado, Kentucky, New York and New Mexico, including Ruidoso Downs. He was associated with Albuquerque Downs at the time of his death. Dean was preceded in death by his father and mother, William and Hattie McKinney; his Uncle and Aunt, Erb and Syb Deppe and a sister, Violet Bailey. Dean is survived by the love of his life, his wife Beth, son William "Bill" McKinney and his wife Pam of Denver, CO; sister Betty Pippin and husband Bill of Ruidoso; sister Willa Mae "Billie" Dentler of Ruidoso; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial services will be at University Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday, July 6, at 2:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. Chapel 843-6333
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MCMANN -- Robert J. McMann, 65, a native of Albuquerque since 1939, died on Saturday, July 3, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Nita McMann of Albuquerque; daughter, Kim Aragon, husband Matthew, and grandson Jacob of Albuquerque; son, David Hubbard and wife Mandi of Greenville, SC; and sister, Janie Ballis of Cleveland, OH. Services will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Odyssey Health Care, 3500 Comanche Rd. NE, Bldg. F, Albuquerque, NM 87107. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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MITCHELL -- Jessie A. Mitchell, age 87, born June 17, 1917 in Akron , Ohio and a resident of Albuquerque since 1951 passed away peacefully on Friday July, 2, 2004. She is survived by her six children; Linda and John Guernsey of Indiana, Cheryl Barrios of Albuquerque, Judy Kislan of Arizona, Fred and Anne Mitchell, Jr. of Albuquerque, Dennis Mitchell of Farmington, Terry and Lori Mitchell of Albuquerque; several great and great-great grandchildren; sister Jean and Bill Price of Ohio and brother Sam Justus of Ohio. Jessie was a charter member of Hoffmantown Church and husband Fred Sr. was one of the first pianists for the church. She was very active in the church's children's ministry and continued to do so well into her 80's. She will be remembered as a very loving and caring mother, faithful friend and servant of God. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Fred Mitchell Sr. on December 28, 1982. Memorial Services will be Tuesday, July 6, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at University Blvd. Chapel. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hoffmantown Church or Family Church. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MONGAR -- Lt. Col. (Ret) Gradon E. Mongar, age 80, of Albuquerque passed into the wild blue yonder on July 2, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born October 6, 1923 in Palisade Nebraska. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Elaine; daughter Carol of Albuquerque; son David of Clovis; and his grandson Christopher of Clovis. He was a fighter pilot in the U.S.A.F. for 27 years. He flew P-47's in Germany in WWII, F-100's in Vietnam. His last assignment was Squadron Commander of the 524th at Cannon A.F.B. He retired in 1970. Following retirement he owned and operated Mongar's Clock & Antiques, in Clovis for eight years. Public visitation will be Tuesday, July 6, 2004 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery, date and time to be announced. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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NAVARETTE -- George Eric Navarette November 29, 1975 - July 5, 1997 George, It has been seven years since God took you home with Him. Although we miss you very much, we know you are safe in His loving embrace. The memories we shared with you will sustain us until we can all be together again. We love you! Mom, Dad and the rest of the family
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OTTO -- Richard C. Otto, 64, a longtime resident, loving father and brother, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2004 due to a long illness. He is survived by his two sons, Michael Otto of Lovington, NM and Mark Otto of Medford, OR; and four grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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PARKS -- John Henry Parks, age 93, was born in 1910 in Troy Township, Michigan. He came to Albuquerque in 1956 with his wife and son. He was employed by ACF and was transferred to GE and worked there until his retirement. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, a volunteer for 25 years with Presbyterian Hospital Auxiliary, and former member of SPEBSQSA-New MexiChords. He leaves his wife of 63 years, Marian; son, James of Texas; grandson, Nathan of Georgia; three great-grandchildren; niece, Barbara Martz; and nephew, Joseph Parks. His favorite hobbies were golf and barbershop singing. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Rev. Michael Brunk officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Monday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The New MexiChords, P.O. Box 22076, 87154-2076 or to Christ United Methodist Church, 6200 Gibson Ave. SE, 87108 or the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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PETERSON -- Kathy Sue Allen Peterson, born February 22, 1959, died June 29, 2004. Memorial services will be held Thursday, July 8, 2004, at 5:00 p.m., at Heights Community Center, 823 Buena Vista SE, 87106, 848-1334. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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SIMMS -- Cecelia Wirt Simms, a resident of Edgewood, NM, passed away on July 1, 2004. Cecelia is survived by her husband of 66 years, Richard R. Simms; son, Richard W. Simms and wife, Barbara of Estancia; Mary S. Schutz and husband, Don of Wagon Mound; four grandsons: Jay Simms and wife, Penny, of Flower Mound, TX; Matthew Simms and wife, Kristen, of Davie, FL; Mike Schutz and wife, Robyn, of Bellevue, WA; and Steve Schutz, of Renton, WA; two great- granddaughters and one great-grandson. Cecelia is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, children of her brother, Buster Ladd Vicenti, and of her sister, Rose Lynch, both from Dulce, and both now deceased. Cecelia, the daughter of Emmet Wirt and Christina Schirmer Wirt, was born February 10, 1917, in Durango, CO. Growing up in Dulce, she married her childhood sweetheart, Richard, and together they ranched in Chromo, CO, Edgewood, Logan, Wagon Mound, and Truth or Consequences, returning to Edgewood in 1995. Cecelia was an avid and accomplished horsewoman, and throughout her life her greatest pleasures were being with her horses, and riding on the ranch on her horse with her dog. Cecelia's quick wit and devotion to animals will be fondly remembered. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held Friday, July 9, at 1:00 p.m., at the Immanuel Presbyterian Church, located at 114 Carlisle Blvd. SE, in Albuquerque. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to either the East Mountain United Church, 16 Zopilote Rd, Tijeras, NM 87059, or the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranches, 6209 Hendrix NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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SOLANO -- Patsy M. Solano, born February 10, 1934, died peacefully at her home on July 1, 2004 after a year illness with terminal brain cancer. She is survived by her husband, Roy G. Solano; daughters, Dee Scheppler, and Elizabeth Briscoe; son, Gilbert Solano; grandchildren, Nicolas Roberts, Alexis Roberts, Christopher Scheppler, David Solano, Jesse Solano and Tim Solano. The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the doctors and nurses and staff at the Hoag Cancer Center of Newport Beach, California for their never ending support and compassion. There will be a visitation at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel on Monday, July 5, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 6, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School NE, followed by a reception and burial at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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VENZUELA -- Dave Venzuela passed away unexpectedly July 2, 2004. His remarkable capacity to pour love on family and friends will keep this father, godfather and good friend alive in our hearts and memories forever. His intense devotion to God eases our pain as we know he is already in heaven. Born in Greeley, CO, Dave came to Albuquerque on military duty in the early 1950s. He was, as anyone who met him will attest, a colorful character. His unique personality made him all the more dear to us. He is survived by the two daughters, who were his reason for living, Leslie Venzuela Monaghan of Corrales and Denise Bentley of Phoenix. Also, by a goddaughter he loved dearly, Jamie Bailey; and the eight year-old best friend who brightened his life, Nicolas Bailey; sons-in-law Dan Monaghan and Rob Bentley; along with Marjorie Marler, Bobby Joe Marler and Nikkie Marler, have all lost someone special. His friends are countless, since they are virtually anyone he met across half a century in New Mexico. Time and each other's comfort will mend our hearts, but time will never fade our love and sweet memories. A visitation at Vista Verde Mortuary in Rio Rancho (Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln.) starts at 6:30 Tuesday evening with the rosary being recited at 7 p.m. A Funeral Mass celebrating Dave's life is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Rio Rancho, followed by a military graveside ceremony at Vista Verde Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family requests prayers for Dave, and prayers for family and friends who must now go on without him. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho New Mexico 892-9920
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