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AMESTOY -- Pierre Amestoy Sr., age 73, a resident of the Albuquerque area for 55 years, died on Thursday, July 8, 2004. Pierre was born on June 9, 1931 in Bedarray, France. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Charlotte Amestoy, of the family home; two daughters, Claudette Harvey and her husband, Kevin, of Los Lunas, and Christine Otero and her husband, Mark, of Peralta; three sons, Pierre Amestoy Jr. and his wife, Leslie, of Albuquerque, Ross Amestoy and his wife, Andrea, of Albuquerque, and Ernest Amestoy and his wife, Suzanne, of Belen; one brother, Claude Amestoy, of France; one sister Aurelie Beramendi, of France; and 13 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by one son, Ronnie Amestoy, 1991. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, July 10, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church, 244 Luna Ave NE, Los Lunas, NM. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, Albuquerque, NM. Pallbearers will be Pierre Amestoy Jr., Ross Amestoy, Ernest Amestoy, Kevin Harvey, Mark Otero, and Jason Amestoy. Arrangements are under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. 884-1188
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BARR -- Raymond Elton Barr, died Sunday July 4, 2004. He is survived by two sons, Nick Barr and wife, Jeanette, grandchildren Tammy and Chris; and Kevin Barr and wife, Cindy, grandchildren Jayson, and Travis; his ex-wife, Mary Barr, and long time friend Olivia Minucci. Services will be held at Saint John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2004. In lieu of flowers, send any donations to the Great Southwest Council Boy Scouts of America, or charity of your choice. Reception will follow.
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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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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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ERDAHL -- Former Albuquerque resident Robert E. "Bob" Erdahl, 81, passed away Monday, July 5, 2004 in Chandler Arizona. Born Dickinson, ND Oct. 9, 1922 to Andrew and Laura (Ellsworth) Erdahl. Graduated from Dickinson High School (1941) and Wentworth Military Academy, Lexington MO (1943). Served as a Naval Aviator during WW II in both Atlantic and Pacific theaters flying torpedo/dive bombers, and multi-engine transport aircraft. Attained the rank of Navy Lieutenant, Sr. Grade. After the war, graduated from the Cincinnati Ohio College of Embalming (1948). Married Ruthmary Winkler at Lexington MO, Aug. 25, 1946. Lived in Williston ND from 1948 until 1976, raising two children while he was a partner in the Sletten-Erdahl Funeral Home. In Williston he was a very active member of the community: Police & Fire Commissioner and Vice President of the City Commission for 14 years, President of the High School PTA and President of the Kiwanis Club. Chairman of the District Boy Scout Council and member of the Masonic Lodge, Crusader Commandery Knights Templar and Kem Temple Shrine. President of the Men's Club and a Trustee of the Congregational/First Union Church. Drummer for the 6th Infantry Fife and Drum Corps, the American Legion Drum & Bugle Corps and the City Band. Life member of the B.P.O.E. (Elks) and American Legion. Following heart surgery in 1975 he and Ruthmary moved to Albuquerque in late 1976 where he was a manager of French Mortuary until his retirement in 1987. They moved to the Phoenix area in 2002. Survived by his wife, Ruthmary; son, Robert Jr and daughter-in-law, Linda; daughter, Karla and her fianc, Kent Erickson; one grandchild, Shantel Denny and husband, Ross; one great grandchild, Blake Denny; all of the Phoenix area; also a sister, Lois Price of Dickinson ND; a step-brother, Dwight "Bud" Chernausek, Milford OH; and brother-in-law, Richard "Dick" Biehl, Wyomissing PA. Graveside services are Saturday, July 10, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Park Cemetery, Lexington, Mo. Visitation 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home in Lexington. Interment: in the Winkler family plot, Lexington. Arrangements: Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home, 1720 South St., Lexington, Mo. 64067 (660) 259-2245
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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. 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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GURULE -- William X. Gurule. The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Memorial Mass. 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, (505) 247-4124.
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GUTIERREZ -- NESTORA GUTIERREZ DECEMBER 28, 1911 - JULY 9, 2003 Mom, the void that you left in my heart one year ago can only be filled with the memories that you have left behind. You were the best Mom anyone can ever have, and I thank God for the many years of life that He gave you. I miss you so very much, and not a day goes by that you are not thought of . If only I can hold you once more, and look into your eyes and tell you how much I Love You... if only. Your daughter, Elma. Grandma, It was one year ago today that you left us to be with the Lord, and no words can describe how much I miss you. I miss your pretty smile that you gave me when I would walk into your room. I miss holding your hand and tucking you into bed. I know you are in a better place now and I am looking forward to one day seeing you again. Always remember, "I love you too much." Your granddaughter, Patricia.
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HECKMAN -- Nancy Gable Heckman, 60, died July 6, 2004 in San Jose, CA. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, she met her love, Ray, in Albuquerque, NM. They moved to San Jose in 1977. Nancy was the daughter of Helen and Floyd Heckman and daughter in law of Rose Payton. She is survived by her husband, Ray, her kids, Dee and Eric (Anna), grandkids, Owen & Ethan, sisters, Joyce (Don) Cooper and Joan Gentry (Don), her extended family, Ed (Lynda) Heckman and Judy (John) Tye. A Celebration of Nancy's life will be held this Saturday, July 10, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 121 S. White Rd., in San Jose. In lieu of flowers, send donations to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in Memory of Nancy Heckman, 675 N First St., #1100, SJ, CA 95112
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LOPEZ -- Dennis Leroy Lopez June 29, 1959 - July 9, 1995 It has been nine 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 share will sustain us until we can be together again. We Love You. Mom, Frances, Linda, JC , Donna and Leslie
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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. 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. 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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PETERS -- Marion Louise Peters passed away on July 3, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Ed Peters, five children, eleven grandchildren, and her brother, Mel Lee. She was born on February 24, 1936 in Syracuse, New York. Her parents were the Reverend Henry and Mrs. Jennie Lee. Her father was a Pastor in Elmira, New York. Marion studied to be a nurse. She moved to Albuquerque in the early 1970s and worked for Barry S. Dillon, CPA P.A., as an Office Manager for numerous years until she had to retire because of poor health. Marion will be cremated and buried in upstate New York. Her memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 14, 2004, at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John,318 Silver Avenue SE (between 3rd street and 4th street)., Albuquerque, NM, 87102. Flowers may be sent directly to the Cathedral.
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RAYMOND -- Gerald C. Raymond, 92, a long time resident of Albuquerque, was born on May 26, 1912 in Newington Ontario Canada, and died on Wednesday, July 7, 2004. He had resided in Ogdensburg, NY for many years before moving to New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth, and his daughter, Jackie Bigsby. Since retirement from the Albuquerque Transit Department in 1977, he took many road trips from coast to coast and across Canada to visit friends and relatives. Gerald will be remembered for his good cheer and lots of humor. Known as Grandpa to all the family, he will be greatly missed. He was a longtime member of Sangre de Cristo Catholic Community. He is survived by two daughters; Barbara Dagon of Dayton, OH, and Judy Schneider of Albuquerque; three sons-in-law, Bill Murphy of Dayton, OH, Marion Schneider, and Rick Bigsby of Albuquerque. He also leaves grandchildren; Shawn and Darryn Murphy, Misty Frank and husband, Kevin, Gerri Beth Morgas and husband, Albert, Rick Bigsby and wife, Leann, Marlene Swanson and husband, Todd, and Everett Schneider. He leaves eight great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews who reside in Canada, New York, and Albuquerque. They include Margaret Monnet, Diane McGillis, and Nancy Yingling. He also leaves a special friend, Mary Fuller, who now resides in Iowa. Graveside services will be held on Monday, July 12, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Sunday, July 11, 2004 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Charities, 2010 Bridge SW, 87105, or the Lovelace Hospice Program, 5403 Gibson Blvd. SE, Siesta Hills, Bldg. 1, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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RODRIGUEZ -- Carolyn F. Rodriguez, 54, passed away unexpectedly in her home Monday, July 5, 2004. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Albert Rodriguez of Albuquerque; daughters, Charlene Fletcher and husband, Kevin and Lara Swanson and husband, Tony; sons, Dwayne Atkinson, Erick Rodriguez and fiance, Victoria Leftwich; three grandchildren, Desiree, Adam and Anthony; mother, Florence E. Wicke; brothers, Tommy Houser and wife, Roylene and Jerry Houser and wife, Connie; and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Thomas Houser and grandson, Robert Dean Atkinson. Born October 19, 1949 in Norristown, Pennsylvania and moved to Albuquerque with her parents as a child. She had worked at La Vida Llena Retirement Center for the past 12 years of her life, in which many of the residents and coworkers became part of her family. Family and friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, Monday, July 13, 2004, 10: 00 a.m. to 12:00 noon with memorial services following at 12:00 noon. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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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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TENORIO -- In loving Memory Of Tom Tenorio November 15, 1910 - July 9, 1974 He lives in the hearts of those he touched.
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WESTMORELAND -- June Westmoreland, 73, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2004. She had been a resident of Albuquerque since 1989, where she moved from Ontario, CA. She is survived by her daughters, Lori Westmoreland, Sally Hoffman; a son, Kirk Westmoreland, all of Albuquerque; a brother, J. T. Waller and wife, Shirley; sisters, Joyce Crumpton and husband, Ernest, and Anita Pavlick, all of Upland, CA; sister-in-law, Judith Waller; and one grandchild, Mikaela Rashell Westmoreland. She is preceded in death by a son, Mark Westmoreland and a daughter, Denise Westmoreland. An identical twin, she was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 9, at 2:00 p.m., at St. Mark's on the Mesa, 431 Richmond Place NE, with Reverend Kathy Newman 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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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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