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APODACA -- Martha C. Apodaca passed away at a local hospital on July 23, 2004. She was born April 20, 1944, in Santa Fe, NM, to Louis Corriz Sr. and Adelina (Corriz) Padilla. She was a member of the American Auxiliary Post 13 and also of Disabled American Veterans Chapter 3. Martha was a member of Queen of Heaven Parish. She leaves behind her husband, Tommy; son, John; daughter, Nina; four grandsons, David, Jeremy, Jacob, and Eric; one step-granddaughter, Latisha and husband, Nick; two great-grandsons, Nickalous, and Julian; five brothers, Louis Jr. and wife, Nellie; Ferbie and wife, Susie, Mike and wife, JoEllen; Joe and wife, Celia; Richard and wife, Martha; three sisters, Mary and son, Leroy, Genevive and Husband, Archie, Theresa and husband, Ray; many beautiful nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her mom, Adelina C. Salazar; and father, Louis Corriz; and brother, Tony Corriz. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 at 10:00 am, at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pall bearers will be Charlie Corriz, Ferbie Jr.; Joe Apodaca, Steven Salazar, Christopher Salazar, Ricky Salazar, Raymond Dean, and David Torres. Honorary pall bearers will be Jeremy Torres, Jacob Wright, and Eric Wright, Nichalous Crespin, and Michael Salazar. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. N.E. 884-1188
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BOYDEN -- Jeffrey Craig Boyden Jeffrey Craig Boyden July 27, 1959 - October 2, 1992 To my beloved husband and father of Jennifer & Wade. We remember you on this special day you were born. Forever in our hearts and minds you live on, never forgotten, missed and loved so dearly. Denise, Jennifer, & Wade
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BRADBURN -- Carolyn Irene Bradburn, 59, our loving Mother, passed away to the Lord on Friday, July 23, 2004. Our Mother's sudden and unexpected death will be deeply mourned by her family; daughter, Lori Bradburn-Alderete; son-in-law Gino Alderete; son, Matthew Bradburn; granddaughter, Sophia Estrada Bradburn; mother, Etta Irene Bruner; brother, John Harper; and little dog, Nick. Carolyn dedicated her life to her children, who always came first, as well as family and friends. She was a registered nurse and worked many years at UNM Mental Health Center, helping the mentally ill. Carolyn also worked at Presbyterian Hospital in the O.R. Her final employment, before her stroke in 1999, was with Charter Heights Hospital helping people with drug and alcohol addictions. Carolyn will be missed by many. She would want us to be strong and keep our faith that she is with God now. A rosary/wake will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2004 and a Funeral Mass at 9:00 a.m., Thursday July 29, 2004. Both services will be held at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, 87112. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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CHAVEZ -- Solomon G. "Tootsie" Chavez, 79, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 24, 2004. Solomon was born on January 16, 1925 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Visitations will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Refreshments will be served following the Rosary in the Celebration of Life Room also in Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 28, 2004 - time and place to be announced. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Larry Gandert, Philip Chavez Jr., Mark A. Miller, Ted Trujillo, Charles Sena, and Charles Montoya. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Chavez, and Christopher Chavez. In lieu of flowers donations may be made the Diabetes Foundation. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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GALLEGOS -- Frank E. Gallegos, 62, passed away July 22, 2004. He was born in Santa Rosa, NM and lived in Albuquerque. Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Tomas and Teresa Gallegos; and his brother, Albert Gallegos. He is survived by his sisters, Erlinda Lopez and husband, Armando, Christine Hernandez and husband, Fernando, Candy Aragon, Ruth Saiz and husband, Albert; brothers, Cristobal Gallegos, Jose Gallegos, Antonio Gallegos and wife, Lilia; numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss him. A memorial service will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Albuquerque, 309 Stover SW. (4th and Stover)., on Thursday, July 29, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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GARLEY -- Joseph "Salo" Garley, 79, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2004 in Suwannee Health Care Center, Live Oak, FL, following a short illness. The Belen, NM native was born June 24, 1925 and moved to the Fort White, FL area from Lake City, FL, 15 years ago. He was a Superintendent of Construction with Jacobs Corp. in California for 25 years, a U.S. Navy veteran of W.W.II, a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 7859, and Fr. Paul V. Donnelly Assembly 1817, and also member of San Juan Catholic Mission. Mr. Garley is preceded in death by four brothers, Henry Garley, Jr., Eloy Garley, Johnny Garley, and Ross Garley. He is survived by one daughter, Lynda Wood of Las Vegas, NV; two sons, Charles Garley of Fort White, FL, and Joe Garley of Joplin, MO; three sisters, Amada Sanchez of Belen, NM, Erlinda Moya of Bosque Farms, NM, Mary Jo Moya of Belen, NM; four brothers, Max Garley of Tacoma, WA, Stan Garley of Albuquerque, NM, Bob Garley of Belen, NM, Clifford Garley of Los Lunas, NM. Eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2004, at 10:00 a.m. in San Juan Catholic Mission, Branford, FL, with Rev. Edward Murphy officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Cemetery, Lake City, FL. Daniels Funeral Home of Branford in charge of all arrangements.
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LOCKLEAR -- Stacy Ryan Locklear, 3, died Sunday, July 25, 2004. He is survived by his parents, Stacy and Missy Locklear and sisters, Kayla and Kyra Locklear, all of Albuquerque; grandparents, Stacy and Betty Locklear of Pembroke, NC, Lou Ann and William Cannon of Clovis, NM, Lindae Echols of Murray, UT and Tommy Tabor of Carson, CA; and many aunts, uncles, family and friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Jessica Locklear in 1998. He brought great joy to the lives of all whom he touched and he will be missed by all who knew him. We'll see you in Heaven, Ryan. "To Infinity and Beyond." Services will be held Wednesday, July 28, 2004, at 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Pastor Terry Ash of Desert Springs Church officiating. Interment will take place in Pembroke, NC. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE (505) 823-9400
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LOVATO -- Fneral services for Elisario Lovato will be Tuesday, July 27, 2004 at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Final viewing will be this morning from 8:00 a.m. until 8:45 a.m. in the Chapel of the Alameda Mortuary. Casket bearers will be Mike Martinez, Lawrence Tafoya, Michael Jaramillo, Anthony Jaramillo, Lorenzo Tafoya and Rafael Lovato. Honorary bearers will be his granddaughters, Sadie Martinez, Christina Martinez, Elisa Lovato, Amanda Tafoya, Mercedes Jaramillo, and Adrinna Tafoya. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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MAESTAS -- Amelia Elisa Maestas, age 93, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM. Amelia was born September 16, 1910 in New Mexico to Fidel and Cleofitas Madrid Gallegos. Amelia was a very warm, loving and giving person who loved life and her family around her. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 64 years, Juan P. Maestas; one son, Paul Maestas; two grandsons, Tim Torres and Stan Torres. She is survived by four daughters, Alice Torres and husband, Gilbert, Angie Gallegos and husband, Eddie, Anna Marie Hinkley and husband, Leonard, Marie Lupita Gutierrez and husband, Nestor, all of Albuquerque; one son, Nazario Maestas and wife, Vivian of Albuquerque; three sisters, Portana Baca, Adela Sisneros, Cleo Luna; two brothers, Fidel Gallegos and Ted Gallegos; sixteen grandchildren, Gilbert Torres Jr., Greg Torres, Melissa Maestas, Lawrence Maestas, Belinda Maestas, Dennis Gutierrez, Denise Valencia, Nathan Gutierrez, Ron Gallegos, Peggy Luna, Donna Chaves, Ches Lovato, Pam Ramos, Jonathan Marcum, Paul Maestas, Brian Maestas; twenty great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Suzie Salazar that she loved like a sister. A rosary will be recited Tuesday, July 27, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Church, 300 Mildred Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, July 28, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Church with Father Palmo Valente celebrant. Interment will be in Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. in Santa Fe, NM. Pallbearers are Ron Gallegos, Ches Lovato, Dennis Gutierrez, Nathan Gutierrez, Jonathan Marcum, Tim Maestas, David Chavez, and Marty Luna. Honorary Pallbearers are Gilbert Torres Jr, Lawrence Maestas, Greg Torres, Paul Maestas, Brian Maestas, Jeff Valencia, and Andy Ramos. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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MORA -- MORA - Bertha (Bert) Mora, 52, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2004 after 5 years of battling ALS (Lou Gerhig's disease). She was preceded in death by her father, Nasario Maldonado; sister, Joyce Delgado; and grandson, Juan Amores. She is survived by her mother, Rachel Maldonado; her children: Carolyn (Twinkles) Ortega and husband, Milton, Pamela Gonzalez and husband, Mario, Tina Gallegos and fiancee, Ignacio Juarez, Michael Mora and wife, Berenice; grandchildren: Roberta Mora, Joshua Moralez, Natasha Mora, Lori Moralez, Larry Moralez, Tiana Yarbrough, Jaquelyn Mora, Amairani Salazar, Micayla Mora, Gabriel Gonzalez, Bertha Juarez, Destiny Juarez, Myranda Mora and Anthony Gonzalez; nine sisters, Elvira Soto and husband, Javier, Anabel Sanchez, Lorraine Marquez and husband, Ernest, Joaquin (husband of Joyce Delgado), Charlotte Griego, Angela Marquez and husband, Julian, Bettie Jean Garcia and husband, Leroy, Merlinda Aragon and husband, Nick; three brothers, Nasario Maldonado, Jr. and Susan Romero, Ere Maldonado and wife, Alberta, Mike Maldonado and wife, Alice; 45 nieces and nephews; 26 grandnieces and grandnephews; best friend, Patsy Aragon; friend Mario Caballero; and caregiver Albertina "Betty" Escobar. Bertha is an inspiration to many and an example to more. Her strength and faith is unprecedented. Her smile was like a ray of light. We are all better for having her in our lives. She will be deeply missed by all. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, July 28, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., at San Jose Parish, 2401 Broadway SE, with Mary Alice Martinez reciting. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, July 29, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., at San Jose Parish, with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Mora, Nasario Maldonado, Jr., Ere Maldonado, Mike Maldonado, Milton Ortega, Mario Gonzalez, Gil Delgado, and Marcial Delgado. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to The Amytrophic Lateral Sclerosis Assoc., New Mexico Chapter, P.O. Box 16495 Albuquerque, NM 87191 or to Friends In Time, Inc., c/o Adelante, 4906 B Jefferson NE, Albuquerque, NM87109. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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ROMERO -- Christopher Romero February 16, 1970 - July 27, 2002 Today is 2 years since you were so tragically taken from us. We love you and miss you. Mom, Dad, and Family.
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SANCHEZ -- Jesus "J. C." Sanchez was born to Adelino and Francisquita B. Sanchez on November 19, 1921. He was a lifelong resident of the town that was named after his father, Adelino, where he and his wife, Trina raised their children and grandchildren. "J.C." as he was better known by everyone, was a life long farmer, horseman and rancher. He was also a proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather. J.C. loved working and caring for his farm and ranch. He truly loved the land. J.C. also enjoyed being active in local organizations - he knew would make a difference. J.C. was a founding member of the Valencia County Fair Board, and The Valencia County Sheriff's Posse. He was past chairman of The Valencia County Farm Bureau and presently on the New Mexico State Farm Bureau Board. He was honored by NMFB as the 1993 New Mexico Farm Family of the Year. J.C. was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, NMQHA, AQHA, NM Cattle Growers Assoc., NM Breeders Assoc, and The New Mexico Hay Growers Assoc. He was a lifetime supporter of 4-H and FFA, and the Adelino/Tome Historical Society. J.C. also enjoyed local politics and was a staunch Republican who often debated with his Democratic friends. J.C. was preceded in death by his parents, Adelino and Francisquita Sanchez. J.C. is survived by his wife of fifty-nine years, Trina; and his seven children: Anna and her husband, Ron Glenn, Robert L. Sanchez and his wife, Bonnie, all of Albuquerque, Clarence T. Sanchez and his wife, Carmella, Richard Sanchez and his wife, Cindy, Rebecca and her husband, Gary Wolfe, and Steve Sanchez all of Adelino, and Juanita and her husband, Charles B. Sanchez of Belen. He is also survived by his 26 grandchildren and soon to be eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by ten brothers and sisters, Rachel Cunningham, Roque Sanchez and his wife, MaryAnn, Betty Kiefer, Teofilo (Ted) Sanchez and his wife, Lourdes, Teresa McCurdy, Adelino Sanchez, Jr. and his wife, Carol, Dolores and her husband, Hugh Eberle, Fefa and her husband, Bill Burch, Anthony Sanchez and his wife, Patsy, and Lawrence Sanchez and his wife, JoAnn. All Services will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Tome, NM, beginning with a public viewing on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 from 5:30 - 6:00 p.m., with a rosary following at 6:00 p.m. A viewing will be on Wednesday, July 28, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. prior to the funeral Mass celebration at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Tome Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren; Joaquin, Jesus Miguel, Danny, Ike, Ricardo Sanchez, Joshua and Catrina Wolfe, and Ben Pilcher. Contributions may be made to the Historic Tome/Adelino Neighborhood Association PO Box 650, Tome, NM 87060 (505)573-5409. -Think fondly of J.C. every time you have a cup of coffee and a donut.-Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St. Belen.
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SEDILLO -- Vincent Sedillo, 90, went home to be with the Lord on July 25, 2004. He was born on March 13, 1914 in Roswell, New Mexico. He is preceded in death by his son, Paul Sedillo. Mr. Sedillo was a lifetime member of the D.A.V. Chapter 3. He is survived by his wife, Mollie Sedillo; daughters, Kathy Vigil and husband, Danny and Theresa Sedillo; sons, Joseph Cordova and wife, Gloria, Michael Sedillo and wife, Leslie, Lawrence Sedillo, Andrew Sedillo and wife, Joann and Charles Sedillo and wife, Judy; sister, Connie Bonham of Midland, TX; 16 grandchildren and ten great-great-grandchildren. A rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening, July 28, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning, July 29, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. also at St. Anne Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Christopher Torres, Josh Torres, Daniel Vigil, Steve Tafoya, David Padilla, and David Sedillo. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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THAXTON -- Ruby D. Thaxton, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2004. She is survived by her cousins, Michael Clauson and husband, Keith, and Heinz Otto Backhus and wife, Herma all of Pennsylvania; and adopted family, Ed and Bertie Matheny and family of Albuquerque. Ruby was a business owner as well as member of the Electronics Representatives Association. She was also a longtime member of the Daughters of the Nile. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE with Rev. Tom Salmon officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Special thanks goes out to Lovelace Hospice and the nursing staff of Montebello Nursing Home. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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THOMPSON -- Franka Thompson, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, July 25, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Susan Miller; and husband, Roger of Huntington Beach, CA; sons, Mark Edster and wife, Mitzi of Carmen, OK, and Greg Edster and wife, Jeanne of Joplin, MO; stepsons, Robert Thompson and wife, Katy and Stephen Thompson, all of Novada, CA, Donald Thompson and wife, Andrea of Grass Valley, CA, Lee Thompson and wife, Raquel of Oakland, CA, and George Thompson and wife, Sara of Long Island, NY; 11 grandchildren, Jenna Weil and husband, Tad, Niki Lyles and husband, Patrick, Jacob Edster, Tristin Edster, Chris Edster, Jack Thompson, Mykael Thompson, Thom Thompson, Jedon Thompson, Eghan Thompson, and Amund Thompson; one great-grandson, Chance Weil. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Clarence T. Edster in 1970, and Lewis A. Thompson in 2000. Mrs. Thompson was a member of Los Altos Christian Church. She was an artist who had many talents and interests. Private entombment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, July 28, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Los Altos Christian Church, 11900 Haines NE, with Rev. Christopher Wilson officiating. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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