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ALLEN -- The Honorable Frank H. Allen Jr., age 74, passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2004. Frank was born in West Virginia on January 7, 1930 to Frank H. Allen Sr. and Katherine McNeer Allen. Survivors include his wife, Joanna McGuire-Allen, of Albuquerque, NM; the only daughter, Linley Allen, of Arlington, WA; three sons, John T. Allen and his wife, Patti, of Redman, WA, David B. Allen and his wife, Kathleen, of Albuquerque, NM, and Brad Denison and his wife, Cindy, of Pagosa Springs, CO; and nine grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Frank H. Allen III; and Joan McKinnon-Allen. Judge Allen attended the University of West Virginia, and was a graduate of the University of Illinois School of Law. He was also a member of St. John's Episcopal Church. A Memorial Service will be held in his honor on Saturday, July 17, 2004, at 1:30 p.m. in St. John's Cathedral, 318 Silver Ave SW. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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ARCHIBEQUE -- Richard J. Archibeque was born May 1, 1963. He passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2004. He is survived by numerous family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 309 Stover SW (4th and Stover), on Friday, July 16, 2004. The rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m., followed by the celebration of the Mass at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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ARY -- Calvin D. Ary passed away at his home in Albuquerque on Tuesday, July 13, 2004. He was born on May 8, 1926 in Drumright, OK. A memorial service will be held at the Masonic Temple Lodge No. 6, 3801 Osuna NE at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 16, 2004. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions can be made to the New Mexico Masonic Charity Foundation, P.O. Box 25004, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87125.
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BACA -- Ernest "Tito" Ben Baca, age 56, was called to our Lord and Savior on Friday July 10, 2004 in Phoenix, AZ. Ernest was born on December 23, 1947, in Albuquerque, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday morning, July 16, 2004, at 8:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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BENNEFIELD -- Royce C. Bennefield April 18, 1944 to July 13, 2004 Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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BOWMAN -- Steve Bowman of the Estancia Valley, born May 18, 1947, went home to be with the Lord on July 5, 2004 at age 57. Survived by mother, Frances Connors of CA; son and daughter-in-law, Christopher and Shari Bowman; sister and brother-in-law, Carla and Frank Corona, all of Moriarty. A Memorial Service will be held at Victory Faith Fellowship, 1621 South 8th St, Moriarty (832-2170 or 321-8400), on Saturday, July 17, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. A reception will follow.
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DARR -- Harry Lawrence Darr, 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born January 17, 1927 to Walter and Gertrude (Eaton) Darr in Socorro, NM. He was a veteran of WWII and the Korean War and was retired from the Physical Plant at the University of New Mexico. Harry is preceded in death by his wife, Isabel (Macias) Darr; brothers: Nestor and Walter Darr Jr.; sisters: Evelyn Salome and Claudine Nichols. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Claudia Darr and her son, Dukie Darr of Albuquerque; nieces and nephews: Barbara and Leroy Baca of Gallup, NM; Sylvia and Jimmy Romano of Houston, TX; JoAnn and Nick Sais of Socorro; George and Helen Salome of Las Cruces, NM; Jeanette and Sam Atencio of Socorro; Bernice and James D'Agostino of Portales, NM; Pat Salome and Melissa Thomas of Socorro; Anton and Moniqua Salome of Socorro; a family friend, Marcie Brayboy of Socorro; and many other nieces and nephews and great-nieces and -nephews. Rosary will be recited on Friday, July 16, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. at San Miguel with Father John C. Daniel as Celebrant. Burial will be in the San Miguel Cemetery. Pallbearers are: Sam Atencio, Nick Sais, Pat Salome, Anton Salome, James D'Agostino, and Leroy Baca. Honorary Pallbearers are: Claude Arnold, Larry Martinez, Vincent Pino, and George Salome. Arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
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EVERETT -- Bonnie Everett May 28, 1931 - July 12, 2004 At the age of 73, Bonnie Everett passed away on Monday, July 12, 2004 in Del Rio, TX. She was born to Elmer Charles Starr and Catherine May Guheen on May 28, 1931 in Denver, CO. "Miss Bonnie", as she was affectionately known, ran a dance academy in Albuquerque, NM for 25 years. In 1978, she moved to Del Rio where she resided for 26 years. She was married to Clifford Eugene Everett for 32 years. Together, they owned the "Holiday Travel Park" for 24 years, located on Hwy 90 West, which is still operating. Bonnie owned and operated "Miss Bonnie's Dance Academy" for 40 years. She touched many young children's lives through her talent in dancing. Bonnie will be remembered for wanting her girls to be the best. Throughout the years, her students' achievements, as well as her own, were recognized in the Del Rio News-Herald. In 1985, an excerpt of Bonnie's life was chronicled in the book entitled "The Spirit of Val Verde County." In 1987 she was voted Miss Congeniality of Del Rio. When not instructing, she always enjoyed being around her family and many friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Survivors include her husband, Clifford E. Everett; sons: James M. McIntire of Del Rio, TX, Gary E. McIntire and wife, Debra R. of Burnet, TX, Charles Daniel McIntire and wife, Dorie of Del Rio, TX, and Joseph Bryan McIntire also of Burnet TX; step-daughters: Genie Lovelace and husband, Perry of Santa Fe, NM, Gerie Collins and husband, Kevin, and Janet Everett; and step-son, Joe Everett and wife, Mel, all of Albuquerque; sisters: Betty Jean Wiley and husband, Leon, Judy Starr, and Janet Brenhold and husband, Jim, all of Albuquerque. Also surviving are several grandchildren as well as great-grandchildren. Visitation was held on Thursday, July 15, 2004 from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on 201 Western Drive. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. at the church with Pastor Gary Martin and Brother David Nielsen officiating. Interment will take place on Monday, July 19, 2004 at 11:30 a.m. at the Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX. Pallbearers will be: James M. McIntire, Gary E. McIntire, Joseph B. McIntire, Jimmy R. McIntire, Leon Wiley, and Bob Smalley. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Don's Funeral Chapels in Del Rio Texas (830) 775-2626.
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GOSSETT -- Ruth Gossett, 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 years, died Tuesday, July 13, 2004. She is survived by her children, Stanley Gossett and wife, Gail of Wisconsin, daughters, Carol Harrington and husband, Hoyt of Albuquerque, Jeannette McArdle and husband, Joseph of Denver, CO, sons, Charley Gossett and Mark Gossett, both of Albuquerque; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. Gossett was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Gossett. Graveside services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE. Pallbearers will be Hoyt Herrington, Charley Gossett, Mark Gossett, Gary Gossett, Billy Harrington and Stanley Cason-Gossett. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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JARQUIN -- Raymundo Jarquin Jr. Visitations will be on Friday, July 16, 2004 from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Floral Chapel at the Mortuary. Funeral Services will be on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at Sacred Heart Parish where the Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. Cremation will take place following services. Arrangements by: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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JOHNSON -- Joanna Johnson, born January 25, 1949, went home to the Lord on July 14, 2004 after a long battle with Lung Disease. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ollie Ray Thomas Sr. and son, Ollie Jr. She leaves to mourn two daughters, Leona Barrett and Tanya & Mark; six grandchildren: Triston, Alex, DaiTwan, Markisha, Mark, and Trinity; her mother, Mary; six sisters: Mary, Liz, Rita, Alice, Clara, and Rubie; four brothers: Leonard, Paul, Wilbert, and Richard; and 30 Nieces and Nephews. Joanna was Grandma to everyone. Funeral Arrangements are made with Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque. Viewing and Services will be held at Riverside funeral home from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday July 16, 2004. Services will be on Saturday July 17, 2004 at 9 a.m. Burial is to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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LOPEZ -- Margarito "Mag" Lopez, 37, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2004. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church and worked with the mentally challenged at the Los Lunas Community Program for 4 years. He served in the Army National Guard for 12 years as a Sergeant E-5 working with the air defense artillery as a chaparral crewmember. Mag especially loved to be around his family; his children were his life and he loved his Mom very much. He was known as a jokester and was always pulling a joke on someone. He enjoyed getting together with his family to watch NFL football and was a huge Green Bay Packers fan. On occasion he liked to drink beer at Garley's with his brother, Julian. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially fishing and camping. He is preceded in death by his father, Julian "Billy" Lopez; maternal grandparents, Felipe and Luciana Peralta; paternal grandfather, Margarito Lopez; and one brother, Anthony P. Lopez. Mag is survived by his loving mother, Clorinda Torres of Belen; paternal grandmother, Arsenia Lopez of Mountainair, NM; his loving children, Gabriel, Jaccob, and Marcos Lopez of Roswell, and Azharae Lopez of Artesia; three brothers, Steven and his wife, Elouise of Louisburg, TN, Julian and his companion, Katrina of Belen, and Nathan of Belen; sister-in-law, Alma Lopez of Willard; and 7 nieces and nephews, Arianne, Steven, Ashley, Brian, Monique, Anthony, and Jovini. All services will be at St. Alice Catholic Church in Mountainair beginning with a viewing held on Thursday, July 15, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. which was followed by a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 16, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Abo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Steven, Julian, Nathan, Gabriel, Jaccob, and Marcos Lopez, Jake Lueras, and Chris Peralta. Honorary Pallbearer will be Monique Antonia Meagan Lopez. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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LOVELACE -- Ida Lovelace, 85, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, July 13, 2004. She is survived by her son, Clifton L. Lovelace and wife, Marilyn of Hacienda Heights, CA; daughter, Kathy M. McCormack and husband, David of Grapevine, TX; son-in-law, Joe Grider of Jemez Springs, NM; grandchildren, Brian L. Lovelace of Whittier, CA, Criston M. Kibbee and wife, Alison of Keller, TX, Justin M. Grider and wife, Cori of Los Alamos, NM, and Jeffery M. Grider of Jemez Springs, NM; great-grandchildren, Kaylee and Kierson Kibbee and Madisen Grider; sisters, Ann Bell of Dallas, TX, and Bernice Young of Ft. Worth, TX. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hershel L. Lovelace in May 1998 and daughter, Linda Grider in February 1999. Mrs. Lovelace was born in Tioga, Texas on March 16, 1919 and moved to Albuquerque in 1947. She was a member of Sandia Baptist and a previous member of Parkview Baptist Church and Riverside Baptist. She was very active in her church, teaching Sunday school, serving as President of W.M.U and currently a member of W.I.N.G.S. Mrs. Lovelace was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held Saturday, July 17, 2004, 11:00 a.m. at Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution Ave NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Justin M. Grider, Jeffrey M. Grider, Cris M. Kibbee, Brian L. Lovelace, Joe Grider, and Don Bell. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, July 16, 2004, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110 or Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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MARTINEZ -- Isaac Alvaro Martinez was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on March 15, 1937. He proudly served in the US Navy and was stationed in Hawaii. Isaac enjoyed boxing, worked as an insurance agent in the Gallup area, as a security guard at the Natural History Museum in Colorado, and he drove a taxi cab in Santa Fe. Isaac was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Simon Martinez and Maria Lourdes Trujillo. He is survived by his four children, Vincent Martinez, Rebecca Martinez, Donna Martinez and Hope Perea; sister and care giver, Yolanda Omori; brothers, Don Martinez, and Mark Martinez; grandchildren, Durwin Jr., Victoria, Ashley, Anthony, Andrea and Richard; other family and friends who loved and will miss him. A memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Therese Catholic Church, 4th and Mildred NW., on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 9:30 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, July 19, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. The family would like to thank Manor Care Sandia and Vista Care Hospice for their care and kindness expressed to Isaac during his illness. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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MCCOY -- John McCoy, 86, a resident of Belen, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2004. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Belen. He enjoyed building model airplanes and helicopters. John retired from Aerojet General in 1984 after 30 years of service. He and his wife, Mary Lee, moved to Belen from Palmdale, CA in 1986. He is preceded in death by his parents, Merton and Lora McCoy. John is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary Lee McCoy of the family home; son, John McCoy, II and his wife, Kathy of Castlerock, CO; 2 granddaughters, Heather Thomas and her husband, Ramsay of NH, and Polly Atkinson and her husband, Kelly of Menlo Park, CA; 3 great-grandsons, Kyle and Jay Atkinson, and Jasper Thomas. With the utmost respect for John's wishes, cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 1:30 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Belen, with Pastor Jay Armstrong officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First United Methodist Church, Legacy of Faith, P.O. Box 536, Belen, NM 87002 or a charity of your choice. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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MCCRACKEN -- Marjorie J. McCracken, 79, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 13, 2004. She was a caring, friendly Christian woman who will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Mrs. McCracken was survived by her daughter, Judy Moseley of Decatur, GA; sons, David Jones and fiancee, Sandra Martin of Valdosta, GA, Jeff McCracken and wife, Darla of Albuquerque and Randy McCracken and wife, Debbie of Los Lunas; sisters, Audrey White and Emma Rhoads; seven grandchildren, David Jones, Jr. and wife, Sue Ann, and Robert Jones, Ryan and Brendan McCracken, Desiree Lowe, Brandon and Justin Ryberg; two great-grandchildren, Kirsten and Kylie Jones; and numerous other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Don McCracken; and her son, Donald McCracken, Jr. Mrs. McCracken was a member of Hoffmantown Church. Services will be held Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, July 16, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, P.O. Box 1270, Charlotte, NC 28201. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MONCIVAIS -- Ma Cristina Moncivais July 7, 1982 to July 11, 2004 Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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PHILLIPS -- Dr. Wallace R. ("Doc") Phillips passed away on July 14, 2004 at Rehoboth Christian Hospital in Gallup, NM after a lengthy illness. Survivors include his mother, Nola Mae Ochenrider; aunt, Thelma Brown; wife, Marcella and his children: Laurence (and Jane; granddaughters Megan and Erin); Nicholas (and Michelle; grandson Derek); and Mary K (granddaughter Jacque). Known as "Doc," "Wally," and "Dub" (short for "W.R.") to his friends, and of course, "Dad" and "Grandpa" to his family; he was born in Carlsbad, NM on August 27, 1921 and grew up in Artesia, NM. He attended Artesia High School and played for the Artesia Bulldogs football team as place kicker. After graduating from high school in 1940, he joined the U.S. National Guard and served in the 200th Coastal Artillery stationed at Clark Field in the Philippines before the war started. Doc spent several years as a prisoner of war after the Philippines fell to the Japanese and received a bronze star and a purple heart as well as the presidential unit citation with three oak leaf clusters awarded to the 200th. After the war he returned to the U.S. and attended the University of New Mexico for his B.S. degree and went on to Creighton University (in Omaha, NE) where he completed a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, finishing number one in his class. Upon graduation he moved to Gallup where he practiced dentistry for nearly thirty-five years. Doc pursued a lifelong wish to fly, and soloed in August of 1985. He was a Colonel in the Confederate Air Force and loved planes and flying. He shared his interests in cars, planes, tanks, guns, trains, toys, steam engines, antiques, art, music, and the outdoors with his friends, children, and grandchildren. Doc will be interred in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers should be made to the First United Methodist Church or The Little Sisters of the Poor, both in Gallup.
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RAEL -- Juanita Rael, 67, went home to meet with our Lord on Monday, July 12, 2004 while surrounded by her loving family. She worked as a nurse at St. Joseph's for thirty-three years. She is survived by her son, Gilbert Rael; daughter, Susan Rael; two sisters, Louise Archuleta of Albuquerque, and Rosa Medina of Cordova, NM; two brothers, Elmer Sandoval of Cordova, NM, and Ernesto Sandoval of Espanola, NM. She was a loving grandmother to her grandchildren, Amaris, Sophia and Jason. She will be missed by all of her dear and loyal friends. A Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 16, 2004 at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated at St. Bernadette's Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 17, 2004. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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RICHARDSON -- George E. Richardson, Jr., 73, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died Monday, July 12, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Elaine Richardson of Albuquerque; daughter, Sally Borgogno and husband, Jim of Clovis, CA; son, Gerald Richardson and wife, Arreia of Rio Rancho; and sister-in-law, Delores Clark and husband, Richard of Cherry Valley, CA. Mr. Richardson retired from the U.S.A.F. after over 26 years of service. He served during the Berlin Airlift and also during the Vietnam War. Graveside Services with full Military Honors will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Monday, July 19, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Family Support Center, 377 MSS/DPF, 1451 4th St. Bldg. 20245, Kirtland AFB, 87117-5521 French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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SANDOVAL -- Timothy (Tim) Sandoval passed away Sunday, July 11, 2004 into the waiting and loving arms of Our Heavenly Father. Tim was a loving and caring dad, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Tim was born July 12, 1949. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe B. Sandoval; brother, Danny Sandoval; brother-in-law, Daniel Carbajal. He is survived by his mother, Betty Sandoval; son, Richard Sandoval; and former wife, Carol Sandoval; brother, Claude Sandoval and wife, Cathy; four sisters, Ruth Nunez and husband, Henry, Dolores Algire and husband, John, Loretta Moreno and husband, Robert, Janis Carbajal; numerous nieces and nephews; and grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Tim was a Vietnam Veteran and meatcutter for many years. Tim spent the last few years in Taos, New Mexico, with his loving and loyal friend, Linda Martinez. Services will be held on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at San Jose Parish, 2401 Broadway SE. A Rosary will be at 9:00 a.m., with a Memorial Mass immediately following.
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TAFOYA -- Annabelle S. Tafoya, 70, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 with her loving family by her side. Annabelle is the beloved wife of 51 years to Merced Tafoya. Annabelle is also survived by her children, Johnny Tafoya and wife, Mabel, Jeanette Candelaria and husband, Martin, Steve Tafoya and wife, Pauline, Annamarie Tuma and husband, Jim, Lorena Chavez and husband, Dan, Edward Tafoya and wife, Jessica, Tori Doyle and husband, Travis; two sisters, Teresa Cook and Helen Sanchez; two brothers, Edward Sanchez, and Daniel Sanchez and wife, Martha; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Annabelle was preceded in death by a daughter, Connie Tafoya, and a grandson, Joseph Tafoya. Annabelle was an active member of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church where she was involved in numereous church vocations. She was retired from A.P.S. after many years of service and was Past President ot the Ladies Auxillary V.F.W. Post #6216. A final visitation will be Friday morning from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 8:30 a.m. by Father Gene Gries. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Adrian Tafoya, Daniel Tafoya, Melissa Padilla, Stephanie Tafoya, Jennifer Tafoya, and Christina Griego. Honorary pallbearers will be Leona Barela, Victoria Tafoya, and Valerie Tafoya. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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THOMPSON -- Mina Brink Thompson, age 88, a resident of Albuquerque, NM since 1949 died July 5, 2004. She is survived by her sister, Wilma Barry of Boise, ID, good friend, Cary Robinson of Albuquerque, NM, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by husbands, Lee J. Westerman and L.E. Thompson Jr.; her parents, Lillie Nelson and William L. Brink; three sisters, Darlene Ann Brink, Alice B. Helsley, and Dorothy Bolen; and her brother, Ivan E. Brink. Mrs. Thompson was a lifelong Democrat, a member of the Scandinavian Club of Albuquerque, and of the ACBL, actively playing Duplicate Bridge. She enjoyed gardening and through Community College of UNM took classes in oil painting, ceramics, and jewelry making. Though Mrs. Thompson never felt she became an expert in any of those fields, she felt that it really increased her appreciation of those who did. Mrs. Thompson was born in Nebraska and lived in Iowa, Idaho, Oregon, Louisiana, New York City, Connecticut, Arizona, and New Mexico, where she felt she had found the ideal place to live. Her schooling was in Idaho, mostly in the Meridian School system. She worked as a secretary or book keeper, her last employment being as a casualty and auto insurance underwriter with Savage and Sganzini in Albuquerque. Memorials may be made , if desired, in Mrs. Thompson's memory to the ALS Association, Suite 321, 21021 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364; the Meridian United Methodist Church Building Fund, 240 E. Idaho, Meridian, ID 83642; or to the charity of your choice. A Memorial Service will be held in her honor on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 11:00 a.m., at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors. Burial of cremated remains to follow in Meridian, Idaho, in November. Arrangements are under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. 884-1188
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TORRES -- Conrado Torres Sr. passed away on July 11, 2004, at home with loved ones. He was born in Las Palomas, NM, on June 24, 1930. He was a lifetime resident of New Mexico, living in Las Cruces, Truth or Consequences and Albuquerque. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Torres of 52 years; children, Carlos Torres, Arthur Torres and wife, Rebecca, Ned Torres and wife, Ruth, Sean Torres and wife, Nuria, Sylvia Hoffman and husband, Howard, and Patricia Miller and husband, Robert; sisters, Carmen Johnson, Roberta Griego, Ninfa Kindt, Cecelia Triste, Mary Apodaca; and brother, Ned Torres; grandchildren, Adam, Sam, Mitch, Carlos, Jessica, Tara, Armando, Dustin, and Ben; and three great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his son, Conrad Jr. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Monday July 19, 2004, at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in T or C, with reception following in the church hall. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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TRUJILLO -- Jose M. Trujillo, 85, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2004 in Albuquerque. He is preceded in death by his wife, Margie; brothers, Cypriano, Edwardo, Maclovio, and Ernest. Jose is survived by his sons, Joe and wife, Martha, John and wife, Nora, and Russell Gordon and wife, Dorothy; daughters, Vickie and husband, Bob Smith, Carol and husband, Robert Fidani, Kathy and husband, John Hyatt, Celia Gallegos, and Vanessa Valverde; brothers, Dimas and wife, Rufina, Hermenes, and Doreteo; sister, Mary and husband, Lorendo Barela; 19 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Jose served proudly in the US Army during WWII from January 1942 to September 1945. All services will be held at St Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, located at 4th and Mildred NW. A Rosary was recited by Deacon Lorenzo Castillo, on Thursday, July 15, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 16, 2004, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m., with Military Honors. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW ABQ, 343-8008.
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WESTFALL -- Archie Westfall passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2004, at age 98. Born in the New Mexico Territory to Christopher C. and Ellen Phillips Westfall on July 27, 1905, he was the oldest of nine children. He grew up on a sheep ranch in southeastern New Mexico. When he was nine years old, he was in charge of moving the sheep. The herders were Mexican nationals who did not speak English, so Archie talked to the ranchers to get permission to cross their land. At fourteen he worked in the West Texas oil fields taking care of the mules. He graduated from Dexter, NM high school in 1925 and from the University of New Mexico in 1932. While at UNM he met his future wife, Ruth I. Taylor. They were married on August 12, 1935 and spent more than fifty-five loving years in each other's company before she passed away on December 2, 1990. He played basketball at Dexter HS and at UNM. He was a member of the Student Council, Vice-President of the Junior Class, and President of the Senior Class while at UNM. During college Archie worked several on-campus jobs including managing Strong's University Book Store. After he graduated he purchased the bookstore. He continued to build the business, moving off campus in 1950 and eventually to Menaul NE where the business became known as Allied School and Office Products. He continued to be active in the business until it was sold in 1997. Archie was always active in the Albuquerque community. He was a Past Master of Albuquerque Lodge #60 AF and AM, and a member of other Masonic organizations including Ballut Abyad Temple AAONMS, York Rite, Eastern Star and the Royal Order of Jesters. He was a Past-President of the Heights Businessmen's Association and of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce. He served on the Board of the United Way and was Chairman of the City Commission in the early 1960s. He was an early member of Albuquerque Economic Development. He was a Past-President of the Rotary Club of Albuquerque. He also served on many Rotary committees and continued to enjoy his affiliation with his fellow Rotarians from his becoming a member in 1941 until his death. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Archie was a loving father and will be missed by his family and many friends. His wife Ruth, his parents, his sisters, Vivian Terry, De Bee Coffman and Bernice Allen, his brothers, Alvin, Elmo and Wayne predeceased him. Son, Robert and wife, Mary; daughters, Jean John and husband, Robert, and Sue Lancaster and husband, Tom; grandchildren Kathleen Neuber of Millstone, NJ and Christine Redd, Carrie John, Rebecca Oyler and Michael Lancaster, all of Albuquerque, survive him. His brother, Robert and wife, Leila of Carlsbad, NM; and sister Echla Dufault of Tonto Basin, AZ also survive him; as do his sisters-in-law, Dorothy Mathews of Reseda, CA, and Bea Westfall of Camarillo, CA; and five great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank everyone for the tremendous outpouring of love and prayers for Archie. It is a testament to the effect one truly good person can have in his lifetime. The family thanks the staff of Vista Care Hospice for their help and especially thanks the staff and residents of Marler Manor-Holiday for their many kind considerations while caring for Archie. Services will be held Friday, July 16, 2004 at 2:00 p.m., at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona St. NE, with Rev. Jim Hawk officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Michael Lancaster, Bobby John, Tom Lancaster, Greg Redd, and Mark Neuber. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Campbell, Charles Lanier, John Hawkins, Harold Goff, and Ed Beaumont. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Rotary Charitable Foundation, P.O. Box 3807, Alb, NM 87109. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Fri July 16, 2004

YOUNG -- Mary Alvina Cruz Young, born on June 9, 1954, went home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 13, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. She leaves to mourn four children, Vicki Young, James Young Jr. and his wife, Antionette, Matthew Young, and Susanna Cruz. She also leaves to mourn her ex-husband and best friend, James G. Young Sr., and six grandchildren, Yoshua Young, Precious Young, Elijah Young, Chantelle Young, Moses Young, and Isaiah Young. She also leaves behind three brothers, Lalo Alvarez and his wife, Mary, Domingo Alvarez and his wife, Amalia, and Arturo Alvarez, and a host of nieces and nephews. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. A Visitation will be held on Friday, July 16, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Services will be held on Saturday July 17, 2004 at 11:00 a.m., in Shiloh Baptist Church, 608 Avenida Cesar Chavez SE. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale SE. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
        Published on: Fri July 16, 2004