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BLOCK -- Dolphus Ray Block, 70, of Logan, New Mexico, died Sunday, July 4, 2004 at the V. A. Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born May 19, 1934 in Clovis, NM. He is survived by 1 son - Coy Block of Tierras, New Mexico; 3 daughters - Tarrae Levine of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Nicole Montigue-Young of Corpus Christi, Texas and Talana Block of Albuquerque, New Mexico; 3 sisters - Juanita Breaux of Alvarado, Texas, Pauline Smith of Tulia, Texas and Naomi Kelm of Redmond, Oregon; 1 brother - Aultus Block of Mabelvale, Arkansas; 2 brothers-in-law - Melvin Waltmon of Logan, New Mexico & J. C. Hughes of Tulia, Texas and ten grandchildren Services will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, July 9, 2004 at Steed-Todd Chapel in Clovis, NM. Aultus Block will officiate. Burial will follow at Mission Garden of Memories, Clovis, NM. Memorial contributions may be made to the VA Hospital Library for books and audio tapes.
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BOWEN -- Margaret M. Bowen, a 45-year resident of Albuquerque, NM will return to Albuquerque to rest next to her husband of 51 years, Joseph P. Bowen. Margaret passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Sunday, July 4, 2004 in Colorado Springs, CO. She was born Margaret M. Morava on July 28, 1917 in Oklahoma City, OK to Charles and Angela (Zaloudik) Morava. She grew up in Oklahoma City graduating from Oklahoma City University with a major in music. Margaret and Joseph began their marriage and family in Oklahoma but later moved from Oklahoma City to Gallup, NM in 1954 before settling in Albuquerque in 1956. Together they raised and dearly loved their 3 children; Joseph Jr., John H., and Margaret B. Joseph was an educator and guidance counselor with Albuquerque Public Schools until his retirement in 1975. Margaret was a devoted mother and homemaker. She created a warm and loving home on California Street where she taught piano lessons to many students through the years. Margaret was a life long learner, enjoying books, crossword puzzles, nature, gardening, cooking and music. She was an accomplished seamstress and a wonderful cook, especially the foods of the native southwest. She had strong faith and values, a big heart, and a high regard for education. She and her husband built a summer home in Chama, NM where they spent much time enjoying the beauty of northern NM. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph in 1995 and grandson, Samuel P. Bowen in 2002. She is survived by sons, Joseph P. Bowen Jr. of Jarkarta, Indonesia, daughter-in-law, JoAnn Albrecht of Albuquerque, NM and John H. Bowen and his wife, Shirley of Carlsbad, NM; and daughter, Margaret B. Oldberg and husband, John of Colorado Springs, CO. In addition to her three children, Margaret is survived by her sister, Helen E. Ohler of Albuquerque, NM and five grandchildren, Rachel L. Bowen, J. Wesley Bowen, Ryan K. Bowen, Colin J. Oldberg and Katherine R. Oldberg. A rosary service will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with Dr. Charles E. Cullen reciting. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 8:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Chapel, 7500 Paseo del Norte, NE, with Fr. Dino Candelaria, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Greater ABQ Habitat for Humanity, 204 San Mateo SE, Suite E, 87108, designated for "Sam's House" the grandson of Margaret M. Bowen, or online to: www.habitabq.org (505-265-0057). French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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BROWN -- Robert C. Brown, age 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, died on Friday, July 2, 2004. Mr. Brown was born on April 3, 1925, in Niles, NY, to Clinton Brown and Clara Belle Goouch. Survivors include one daughter, MaryHelen Kelley, of Albuquerque; three sons, LeRoy Brown, of Albuquerque, John Brown and his wife, Dianna, of Los Lunas, and Stephen Brown and his wife, Mary, of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Evangeline Jean, 1992, and son, Robert C. Brown Jr., 1972. Mr. Brown was a member of the VFW Post 401, Moose Lodge 1517, and American Legion Post 49. He was also a member of St. Marks on the Mesa Episcopal Church. A Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 8, 2004 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Services will be held on Friday, July 9, 2004 in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary at 10:30 a.m., with Pastor Larry Chambers officiating. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be LeRoy Brown, John Brown, Stephen Brown, Robert Brown, Eric Brown, and Jeremy Shaw. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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BURNS -- Marie W. Burns was born February 6, 1917 to the late Viola and John Nawratil, in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Her parents moved here with her siblings to attempt to cure her father's tuberculosis. Unfortunately, her father died prior to her birth. She attended grade schools in Las Vegas, and the Sisters of Loretta School in Bernalillo, NM, and completed high school in Harrisburg, Illinois. She returned to Las Vegas in 1934, and was employed by New Mexico Power Company, Agua Pura Division, until her marriage in 1937 to John M. Burns. She was employed as a cashier at Montgomery Ward during World War II, and then started work at The Bank of Las Vegas as a secretary in 1953. She was Senior Vice President and Secretary to the Board of Directors, as well as Assistant Secretary to the Las Vegas Bancorporation, when she retired on January 10, 2002 after more than 49 years. She was then named to the Bank's Board of Directors. She was a long time member of the New Mexico Bankers Association, serving during part of the time as Vice President to Group II. Her non-career activities in support of her husband and son included helping Mother's Groups for Las Vegas' first organized summer youth basketball leagues- first in Little League and then Little Bigger League a year later. She and her husband followed and assisted with American Legion baseball and the local Merchants team in support of their son. She was a member for more than 50 years of American Legion Auxiliary No. 24, and a 40-year member and officer for the local Naomi Rebekah Lodge, holding its highest office for part of that time. In support of her husband, she was a member of the New Mexico Fireman's Auxiliary where she attained the First Vice President and President's positions. Her father died in 1917; mother in 1961, brother, John in 1979; sister, Edith Barila in 1973; and husband, John in 1987. She is survived by her son, John Burns of Las Vegas NM; sister-in-law, Ruby Nawratil Waldo of Las Vegas, Nevada; niece Viola Barila Baker and husband, Henry of Moriarty, NM; nieces and nephews, Rebecca Gardinier, Nerissa, Thomas, and John W. Nawratil, Jr., all of Las Vegas, Nevada; many relatives from her husband's large family in Jetmore, Kansas; and grandson Raul Aragon. She was baptized at the First Christian Church in Las Vegas, NM. Cremation has taken place. Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday, July 9, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. at the Rogers Chapel, 600 Reynolds Avenue, Las Vegas, NM with the Rev. Bill Ware officiating. Her cremains will be interred with her husband, John, at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Rogers Mortuary, Las Vegas, NM, 1-800-479-3511 or 505-425-3511.
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BUSTARD -- Larry D. Bustard, 53, a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, died peacefully on July 2, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Bustard of Albuquerque; his sons, Chad Bustard and Jesse Herron, also residents of Albuquerque; his daughter, Lindsay Herron of New York City; his mother, Virginia Bustard of Lansdale, PA; twin brother John Bustard and wife, Chris of Webster, NY; brother Jay R. Bustard and wife, Nellie of Gilbertsville, PA; and brother Glenn Bustard of Lansdale, PA. His father, J. Roland Bustard of Lansdale, PA, preceded him in death. Graduating with a B.A. in mathematics from Dickinson College and a Ph.D. in physics from Cornell University, Dr. Bustard was a brilliant scientist who devoted more than 25 years of service to Sandia National Laboratories. He was a nationally and internationally recognized expert on qualification of safety-related equipment for nuclear power plant use. He also provided management and technical support for Sandia's decontamination project. The technology his team developed was utilized in late 2001 in the anthrax decontamination of Congressional buildings and news media locations. Larry was a Distinguished Member of Technical Staff at Sandia, and he was recognized in 1996 with an R&D 100 Award and a Sandia President's Quality Turquoise Award. An avid outdoorsman, Larry was always delighted to be gardening, hiking, skiing, or going on bicycle rides with his son Chad. He loved classical music and spent many evenings listening to music or playing the recorder or piano. He was quick to laugh and had an infectious smile, and he maintained his good humor and courage through endless chemotherapy treatments and surgeries. Service will be held Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW, 3 blocks north of Paseo del Norte. A reception will follow at the same location. A memorial fund has been established for the education of Larry's young son, Chad Bustard. Contributions may be made at any branch of the Sandia Laboratories Federal Credit Union. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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CALVERT -- Robert Ian Calvert, 35, beloved husband, father, and son, passed away suddenly at his Albuquerque home on July 4, 2004. Robert was a long time resident of Albuquerque and was born in Las Vegas, Nevada on November 13, 1968 to Donald and Martha S. Sego Calvert. He was an Engineering Technician for Intel for over 15 years. Robert was preceded in death by his brother John Patrick Calvert in 1969. He is survived by his beloved wife Amy of Albuquerque, his precious children, Noah, Nicholas and Natalie; his mother, Suzie Sego Calvert of Corrales; father, Don Calvert and wife Hutch of Ft. Meyers, Florida; sister, Teresa Walker and husband David of Rio Rancho; grandparents, Ernie and Lyna Sego of Albuquerque; nieces and nephews, Joseph, Susan, and Ryan; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends who will deeply miss him. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2004 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Seven Bar Stake Center (Ellison Blvd. at Seven-Bar Loop) with Robert Sego as officiant. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 92100, Albuquerque, NM 87199. Services under the care of: Sunrise Funeral Options 2400 Southern Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM (505)891-9192
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CORDOVA -- Dolores Cordova, age 73 a resident of Belen passed away on July 6, 2004. She was an active member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. She was an Administrative assistant with the Bernalillo County Clerks Office. Dolores loved to read novels; she was a seamstress and sewed for her daughters and granddaughters. She loved the movies, had a real green thumb and was a collector of angels and butterflies. Dolores was great friends with her German Shepard, Domingo. Dolores is preceded in death by her parents, Benito and Marcella Sanchez; her son, Donald Peter; and her brother, Andy Sanchez. She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Raoul Cordova; her son, Kenneth Patrick Cordova of Belen, her daughters Kathleen and her husband, Stephen Griego of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Elizabeth and her husband, Robert Dougherty of Las Vegas, Nevada; her sister, Rose Marie Beca of Irvine, CA; a brother, Frank Sanchez of Los Angeles, CA; three grandchildren, Louis Griego and Danielle Griego of Albuquerque, Taylor Dougherty of Las Vegas, Nevada; special friends, the Roland Sanchez family and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Services will begin with a viewing at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 8 at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, followed by a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 9, at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will take place at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Adolfo V. Sanchez, Adolph Sanchez, Jr., Emilio L. Sanchez, Florian H. Sanchez, Louis Griego and Roland Kent Sanchez II. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St., Belen
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CUSHMAN -- Vera Cushman, 59, resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, July 2, 2004. She was born in Baxter, Arkansas on July 28, 1944. She is survived by her son, Chris Cushman and wife, Vanissa of Albuquerque; sisters, Frances F. McCullough and husband, Leo, of Fairfield, CA, Dorothy J. Bailey and husband, George, of Mer Rouge, LA, Omega Lawson of Oakland, CA, Mary Henderson and husband, Glen of Vallejo, CA, Jeanie Nelson of Seattle, WA, Emma Brandon, Melvina James, and Doris Murphy and husband, Rev. Lester, all of Bastrop, LA; brother, John Ford, Jr. and wife, Amelia of Carson, CA; one goddaughter, Mercedes Cawley-Whiddon; local nephew, Demetrius Brandon; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Wake will be held on Friday, July 9, 2004 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Funeral Services will be Saturday, July 10, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at New Hope Full Gospel Baptist Church, 1901 Pennsylvania NE, with Reverend Lloyd Wheeler and Minister John McGee officiating. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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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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EVERETT -- Willis Lynn Everett June 8, 1923 to June 19, 2004 Services will take place Saturday, July 10 2004, at Gate of Heaven Chapel at 10:00 a.m. A bright and loving spirit we will all miss.
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GALLEGOS -- Luciano Gallegos. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening July 8, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, July 9, 2004 at San Jose Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Rudy Romero, Phillip Romero, Albert Romero, Edward Romero Jr. Joseph Barela and George Rivera Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Rudy Romero Jr., Louie Barela, Mark Winn and Gary Winn. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124
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GARCIA III -- Vincent Joey, May 23, 1977 - July 2, 2004. He is survived by his parents, Debra Zamora, Chris Zamora and Vincent Garcia; children, Daniel Garcia and Jasmine Chavez; brothers, Andrew Garcia, Joey Casias, and Christopher Garcia; sisters, Katrina Garcia and Ashley Casias; his Grams, Olivia Casias and Great Grandma, Mrs. Raymundo Mares; several cousins, aunts and uncles. He was loved and will be missed. Pallbearers will be Paul Casias, David Casias, Manuelito Baldonado, Jason Mares, Joshua Saavedra, and Chris Garcia. Honorary Pallbearers are Mark Johnson, Joseph Casias, Eugene Lucero, Ray Mares, Brandon, Matthew, Manuel and Dominic Baldonado, Fernando Saavedra, Kevin Johnson, Lawrence Casias, and Anthony Casias. All services will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Drive SW. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, July 8, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 9, 2004, at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at San Jose De Armijo Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW ABQ 343-8008.
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GURULE -- William Xavier Gurule. Funeral Services will be on Thursday, July 8, 2004, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at Santuario de San Martin Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Florencio Gurule, George Kennedy III, Andrew Gurule, Carlos Sanchez, Nick Aranda, and Angelo Baca. Honorary Pallbearers will be Gabe Mondragon and Eddie Aranda. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124
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HERRERA -- Flavio Herrera, 83, born on May 16, 1921 in Juan Thomas, NM and passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2004, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife, Irene Herrera; daughters, Rose Trujillo and husband, Mike, Mary Jackson and husband, Andrew, Ida May Herrera and Jimmy Joe Baca, Betty Toledo and husband, James, Dinah Herrera and Leonard Chavez; sons, Miguel Herrera and wife, Dana, and Harold Herrera; 25 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two brothers, Fernando Herrera and Claude Herrera and wife, Mary; three sisters, Sebastiana Sanchez, Benerita Nieto and Dora Martinez and husband, Willie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Herrera was preceded in death by two sons, Jose Antonio and Flavio Robert. At 83, Flavio still enjoyed farming with his tractor and weekly visits to the flea market. A Rosary Service will be held Thursday, July 8, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter NE. Mass will be held on Friday, July 9, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., at San Ignacio Catholic Church. Interment will take place at Mt. Valley Cemetery in Barton, NM. Pallbearers will be Fabian Herrera, Joey Herrera, Ian Howard, Neil Overbay, Albert Pacheco, James Toledo, Brian Trujillo, Brian James Trujillo, Fermin Trujillo, Manuel Trujillo, Ricky Trujillo and Robbie Trujillo. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd Chapel on Wednesday, July 7, 2004, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd, NE 843-6333
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JANSMA -- Robert Keith Jansma passed away at age 81 on July 1, 2004. He was born on March 2, 1923, in Beaver Creek, Minnesota, to Louis and Eva Jansma. Bob spent twenty years on active duty in the US Army Reserves, retiring as a Major after service that included extensive tours in Burma, Germany, Okinawa, Korea, and Ft. Bliss, Texas. He had been a resident of Albuquerque since 1965. Bob was preceded in death last year by his wife of 61 years, Lois Jansma, and five years ago by his son, Robert. He is survived by three daughters, Maureen Rozelle and husband, Noel of Albuquerque, Roxana Jansma of Albuquerque, and Rita Liebling and husband, Morey of Sandia Park; five grandchildren, Stacy Rozelle and Richard Stacey of Albuquerque, Ryan Liebling of Los Angeles, David Liebling of Denver, and Bobby Jansma of Aurora, CO; sister, Betty Lou Paulsen of St. Cloud, MN; and brother, Glenn Jansma of Norfolk, NE. A memorial will be observed in Jasper, Minnesota, where he will be buried next to his wife.
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LOPEZ -- A final visitation for Mrs. Julia S. Lopez will be Thursday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway SE with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Fred Sanchez, Schane Sutton, James Tickerhoof, Robert Tickerhoof, Brian Van Caster and Robert De La O. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Van Caster, Jim Fafrak, William Stuckman, Jason Lucero and Gerald De La O. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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LUCERO -- Beatrice T. Lucero, 80, passed away June 29, 2004. She was a lifetime resident of Albuquerque and retired as an Insurance Agent for American National Life Insurance Company. Beatrice is survived by her children, Evelyn Lucero of Denver, CO., Diana Roth of Golden, CO., Phillip Lucero of Los Angeles, CA., and Marti Fernando of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Christopher, Nicholas, Patrick, Noel, Claire, Nicholas, and her sister, Mary J. Fuqua. A rosary and memorial service will be held at Newman Center, on the University of New Mexico Campus, Saturday, July 10, 2004. The rosary will be recited at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, followed by the memorial service, with Fr. Andrew Pavlak, OP, celebrant. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Phillip Lucero, Frank Fernando, Michael McCabe, and Walter Myers, Robert F. Davidson, Nevares C de Baca, and Daniel McCabe. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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MARKS -- Warren K. Marks, 72, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2004, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Lela; daughter, Susan Miller and husband, Bobby; son, Keith Marks, and wife, Amy; sister, Marion Deveney, and husband, Joseph, all of Albuquerque; brother, Bruce Marks and wife, Almeda, of Wichita, KS; and many nieces and nephews as well as close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother. Warren served with the U.S. Navy as a Photographer's Mate during the Korean conflict. He graduated from Albuquerque High School and attended the University of New Mexico. After retiring from his own business in tools and maintenance equipment, he managed an indoor soccer facility, then pursued a life-long interest in medicine by becoming an EMT. Warren's sense of humor will be missed. He loved to read, tease and watch sporting events. He coached soccer and volunteered in various capacities for his kids soccer, softball, volleyball teams and scout troop. He had a good ear for music and, as a younger man, was quite a talented artist. Warren loved his Savior deeply and was ready to go home to be with Him. A memorial service will be held at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque (4001 Osuna NE) on Thursday, July 8, 2004, at 9:00 a.m. with pastor Bob Church as officiant. Cremation has taken place and Warren will be laid to rest at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Calvary Chapel Global Adventures, the Animal Humane Association, or the charity of your choice. Arrangements under the care of: Sunrise Funeral Options 2400 Southern Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM (505)891-9292
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MCCLOSKEY -- Donald McCloskey, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, July 4, 2004. He is survived by his son, Steve McCloskey of Lincoln, NE; daughters, Lois Gallmeyer of Albuquerque, and Mariel Reynolds of Indianapolis, IN; grandchildren, John Gallmeyer of Albuquerque and Bill Gallmeyer and wife Somerset of Columbus MS.; great-grandchildren, Tracy Marie, Christian Blake, David Arthur and Hunter Evan; brother, Maurice McCloskey of Los Alamos; and sister, Eloise DeGeer and husband Stan of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his daughter Laurie Lou in 1942; wife Florence in June 1996 and brother Palmer McCloskey; sisters, Elizabeth Bartley and Christena McFatridge. Don was born on July 22, 1912 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Cully D. and Eunice McCloskey. He graduated from the University of Illinois in 1933 with a BS degree in Architecture. He married Florence Tefft in 1939. He received his orders as a Second Lt. In the U.S. Army in 1941 and he served during WWII in Washington D.C., The Philippines and Australia as a Topographic Engineer and was a Major at the time of his separation. In 1946 he returned to Indianapolis where he worked and eventually became owner of Midwest Heating Company until his retirement in 1979. In October 1979 he and Florence moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico. They resided there until moving to Albuquerque in 1982 to spend more time with their daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren. He loved remodeling homes, and gardening. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel on Thursday, July 8, at 11:30 a.m.with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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MESTAS -- Jose "Lupe" Mestas, 88, died on Tuesday, July 6, 2004. He is survived by his children, Frank J. Mestas and wife, Lucille of Albuquerque, NM, Helen Butsch and husband, Eddie of Powell, TN, Freda Marquez and husband, Archie of Albuquerque, NM, Tina Tafoya of Rio Rancho, NM and Jose A. Maestas and companion, Kathy of Cedar Crest, NM; twenty one grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Ramona Trujillo and husband, Sam of Pueblo, CO and Josephine Montoya of Albuquerque, NM. Jose was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Mestas in 1969 and then companion, Sally Nieto. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Jose worked as a farmer for over 20 years before moving to Albuquerque; he then worked in construction and for the NM State Highway Department. A rosary will be recited Thursday, July 8, 2004 at 7:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Friday, July 9, 2004, at 10:30 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper NW. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Thomas Mestas, Little Joe Maestas, Alfred Tafoya, Archie Ray Marquez, Frank Zamora and Tory DeMello. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel on Thursday, July 8, 2004, 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MONTOYA -- Orlando B. Montoya, age 63, a resident of Belen and formerly of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2004. He was a member of the Catholic Church. Orlando worked for Custom Automotive Plating in Las Vegas, Nevada as a custom plater technician, retiring in 2004. He moved to Belen to be closer to his loving family. He loved the outdoors and would go hunting, fishing, camping and pinon picking with his children whenever he could. Orlando truly loved his children and grandchildren and they were his life. Orlando is preceded in death by his parents, Sennovio and Tiofila Montoya; brother, Andy Garcia; two sisters, Josie and Patsy Serna. He is survived by Angie, his loving wife of 42 years, four children, Ignacio Chavez and his wife, Lisa of Henderson, KY, Rudy Chavez and his wife, Dawn of Parkersburg, WV, Margarit and her husband, Louis Janssen of Parkersburg, WV, and Raymond Montoya and his wife, Dorothia of Barstow, CA; 22 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; five brothers, Tony and his wife, Conace, Archie and his wife, Roseann, Larry, Johnny and his wife, Rhonda, and Leroy and his wife, Theresa; one sister, Jennie Rodriguez all of Belen, NM. He is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. Services will be held at Our Lady of Belen, on Friday, July 9, 2004 beginning with a viewing at 10:30 a.m. followed by a rosary at 11:00 a.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Interment will take place at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his brothers Archie and Tony Montoya; his nephews, Shauno Garcia, Victor Rodriguez, Paul Montoya and Red Morgan. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen.
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MULLANE -- Marjorie Ann Mullane, 79. God must have needed a great cook, because on July 4, 2004, our beloved Marge (aka Mom, Gramma, Nan-nah, GG) passed away after a short battle with pancreatic cancer and was reunited with her soul mate of 46 years, Hugh J. Mullane, in God's heavenly kingdom. Marge was born on September 10, 1924 in Wichita Falls, TX to Virgil and Margaret Pettigrew. She and Hugh were long time residents of Albuquerque, having been some of the first "settlers" to build a house in the wild frontier of the northeast heights in 1956. Marge and Hugh did their best to follow God's command to be fruitful and multiply and now gaze down in joy over a family of five sons, Tim and wife, Helen, Mike and wife, Donna, Pat and wife, Sue, Chip and wife, Elaine and Mark and wife, Joyce and one precious daughter, Kathy Linhoff and husband, Greg; 11 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. Marge will be cherished not for what she did but for what she did not do. She did not run from adversity or quit when faced with the challenges of life, which included a husband confined to a wheel chair for 33 years. As a Christian, she not only talked the walk, but walked the talk. Her concern was always for others. As Peter was the rock upon which Jesus built his church, Marge and Hugh were the rocks upon which a vibrant and close family was built. They literally "Rock!" Marge will not be missed because her spirit lives on. She is part of each of us and together with Hugh and God will always be at our sides. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, July 8, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 9, 2004 at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria NE, at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Thursday, July 8, 2004 from 4:00 p.m. until time of rosary. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vista Care Hospice Foundation, 5201 Venice NE, Ste. A and B, 87113. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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OLDS -- Esther Georgette Olds, 85, a 50-year resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, June 29, 2004. Mrs. Olds was born April 6, 1919 in Rolfe, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Dow Robert Olds and son, Michael Dean Olds. Mrs. Olds is survived by her sons, Dow Robert Olds of Dallas, TX and Richard A. Olds of St. Thomas, VI; daughter, Deanna Brown and husband, Jerry of Haysville, KS; grandchildren, Stacy Lynn Brown, Jeremy Allen Brown, Kelsey Michelle Brown, Robert Edward Olds and Michael Allen Olds; sister, Helen Johnson and husband, Joe of Ankeny, IA; brother-in-law, Wilbur Kline of Lenora, KS; and many nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends. Services will be held Thursday, July 8, 2004, 10:00 a.m., at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 210 Alvarado Dr., SE, with Pastor John Heffelfinger officiating. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, July 7, 2004, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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PRINGLE -- Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Pringle joined her husband, George, on July 3, 2004. Born in Clinton, Iowa on February 14, 1929 to Arthur and Mae Hanson, Betty married her childhood sweetheart, George Pringle, on October 19, 1949. They eventually moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1951. Betty was a Realtor in the 1970s and 1980s, and after early retirement from real estate, she was very active in the Assistance League and served as President of Blue Portal. She is preceded in death by her brother, Arthur Hanson. She is survived by her daughters, Carol Griffith and husband, Bob, Mary Beth Goforth; six grandchildren, Tiffany, Justin, Scott, Kevin, Keith and Tierney; brother Tom; and other extended family. A special thanks to all of the staff at Constance House for their loving care and for providing a comfortable, loving sanctuary for the last year of her life. A special loving thank you to Greg Clark for opening his heart to her. A warm and heartfelt thank you to Ambercare Hospice's Michael Bivens. His professional approach and loving dedication saw her through many tough times. Thank you to Ann Bryant, Sye and Margot Feldman, our extended family and faithful friends to Betty until the end. She will be greatly missed by all of those who knew and loved her. Services will be held on Friday, July 9, 2004 at 11:00 a.m., at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with The Reverend Laurie Wells officiating. Interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Assistance League of Albuquerque, 5211 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or the charity of your choice. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE- Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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REYNOLDS -- Memorial Services for Lois M. Reynolds will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2004 at Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution Ave, NE in Albuquerque. Lois Marie Rinker was born January 4, 1924 at Seneca, NM. She married H. Virgil Reynolds in December, 1946. He preceded her in death, July 1984. Surviving are two step-sons, J. Reynolds and wife, Wanda of Redlands,CA and David Reynolds of Round Rock, TX; two brothers, Lloyd Rinker of Amarillo, TX, and Harold Rinker and wife, Jan of West Fork, AR; one sister, Verna Ruth Carmack and husband, Dick of Aztec, NM; many nieces, nephews, and friends are also left to miss her loving kindness and generosity. She was preceded in death by one step-son, Jack;one brother, Rex and wife, Billie. She graduated from UNM with a Bachelors Degree in education at age 60, taught in Paraguay, South America, Albuquerque, NM and taught privately in her home. She also taught music for the past 60 years. She was a blessing to all who knew her and her positive outlook on life and living were a testament of her love for the Lord and of His children. Interment was at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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ROMERO -- Frank A. Romero, born November 20, 1954, passed away on July 5, 2004. He is survived by his mother, Perfilia Salas; Ruth Gonzales; two daughters, Natalie and Michelle Romero; sister, Maryann Hansen; two brothers, Carmel and Lawrence Romero; five grandchildren. He was a local muscian. Pallbearers will be Marcos Candelaria, John and Nabby Lucero, Joe Duran, and Joe Navarette. Honorary pallbearers will be Anthony, Matthew and Jeremy Romero. Viewing will be at 8:30 a.m on Thursday, July 8, 2004. followed by a mass at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Church. Burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. A gathering at the family home will follow burial at 2308 Spring Flower SW.
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SILVA -- Louis Silva Sr. 1918-2002 "Louie" It's been two years. The lonely yesterdays, the lonely todays, and the lonely days ahead never end. Our memories of you and the good times stay with us, watch over us. We love and miss you so much. Bella, Paul, Glorianne, Louie Jr., Frank, Terri
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SWEETLAND -- Robert S. Sweetland September 8, 1925 to July 1, 2004 Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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SWENSEN -- Josephine J. Swensen, 78, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, July 4, 2004. Mrs. Swensen was a 1943 graduate of Albuquerque High School. She retired from the Census Bureau in 1987 after 11 years. She is survived by a niece, Barbara Myers and husband, Harold of Albuquerque; brother-in-law, Francis Swensen of Bosque Farms, NM; sister-in-law, Dana Swensen of Albuquerque; grand niece, Jennifer Yardman and her children Stephanie, Daniel and Madison; grand nephew, Joel Bretz and wife, Rena. Mrs. Swensen was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, a son and her husband of 50 years, Raymond Swensen. Cremation has taken place and no services will be scheduled. Should friends desire; memorial contributions may be made to New Heart, Inc., 4700 Jefferson, NE, Suite 1200, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd, NE 843-6333
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TABET -- Stephen E. Tabet, 42, a resident of Seattle, Washington and formerly of Belen, NM passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2004. He is the son of Frank Tabet and the late Dora Tabet. Services are still pending at this time. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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WAVRA -- John (Jack) Wavra, 90, passed away on July 6, 2004 in Albuquerque. He was born on July 2, 1914 in Sparta, Wisconsin to Wenzel and Kattie Oetiker Wavra. He moved to Albuquerque in 1951 where he owned and operated Albuquerque Battery Company, retiring in 1978. He is preceded in death by his wife, Willys. Visitation will be from 3:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, 2004 at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass and interment will be at the Chapel of Gate of Heaven at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2004, with Father O'Connor officiating. A Memorial contribution may be made in John's name to the Alzheimer's Association New Mexico Chapter, 8100 Mountain Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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WHELAN -- Ruth Berryhill Whelan , 87, of Albuquerque, NM passed away July 1, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Whelan Young of Albuquerque; a brother, William R. Berryhill and wife, Betty of Tampa, FL. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas A. Whelan, and five sisters, Janie B. Manning, Margaret Lentz, Mary Ellen Whelan, Ethel Berryhill, and Vivian B. Stratton. She is also survived by six nephews and three nieces. Mrs. Whelan was a long time member of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Abuquerque . After cremation, graveside services will be held at Steel Creek Cemetery in Charlotte, NC. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Presbyterian Home Care and Hospice Foundation, 8100 Constitution Pl, Albuquerque, NM 87110. There will be a memorial service at Covenant Presbyterian Church on Saturday July 10, 2004 at 10:00 a.m.
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