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ALDERETE -- Jerry Pat Alderete, age 41, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, August 20, 2004. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Elfigo Alderete Sr., and grandmother, Emma Benavidez. Jerry is survived by his wife, Maria Alderete; children, Olivia, Jerry "J.J.", and Abigale; granddaughter, Makayla; mother, Kathy Joy Vialpando Bachicha and husband, Sal; father, Elfigo Alderete Jr. and wife, Ernestine; brothers, Frankie and Al; sisters, Annette Shanahan and husband, Billy, Marlene Dewyer and husband, Dale, Eileen Aragon and husband, Paul, and Angel Vialpando; grandfather, Pat Benavidez; grandmother, Emma Alderete; nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at New Beginnings Church of God, 3601 Montgomery NE., at Carlisle. A prayer service will be held on Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be on Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

ANAYA -- Charles "Poison" Anaya Born December 21, 1972 Died August 25, 2001 It's been 3 years you have been gone. You are in our minds every minute of the day. We Love You. Your Family & Friends
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

APODACA -- Mrs. Edna Lee Apodaca, 76, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2004. Mrs. Apodaca was born in Silver City and raised in T. or C., and moved to Albuquerque in 1950 where she has resided since. Mrs. Apodaca is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, E. Edward (Eddie) Apodaca; her loving daughters, Verna Rockey and husband, Robert and Tillie A. Vigil; her adored grandchildren, E Edward Rockey, Brian Vigil, Cabrini Rockey and David Vigil; her sister, Barbara Hardisty and husband, Dan; her son-in-law, Mike Vigil; her beloved dog, Striker; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, whose lives she has touched with her kindness, generosity and humor. A visitation will be Friday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Memorial Funeral Service at 9:00 a.m. Final disposition will take place at a later date. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

BROWN -- Hazel I. Brown, 93, a resident of Edgewood, died Sunday, August 22, 2004. She is survived by her brother, Clarence "Brownie" Brown of Pueblo, CO; several nieces and nephews; and longtime friend and colleague in the missionary field, Mildred E. Benton of Belen. Miss Brown was preceded in death by her brothers, Carroll, Fay, and Theodore; and sisters, Myrtle T. and Ruth K. She was a charter member of Grace Church of Albuquerque. A resident of New Mexico for 85 years coming from Kansas, she wrote and distributed across the United States gospel tracts and her booklet "The Dispensations." Services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

CHACON -- George Chacon, 86, went home to be with the Lord on August 23, 2004. He was born on March 9, 1918 in Albuquerque, NM. A rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

CHESNIK -- Christine Chesnik, age 93, passed away Monday, August 23, 2004 in Rio Rancho, NM. She was a member of the St. Bernadette Catholic Church. She is survived by one grandson, Paul Chesnik of Charlestown, MD; three sisters, Erma Moore, Eska, Mary; five great-grandchildren, Paula Chesnik, Justin Chesnik, Michael Chesnik, Elizabeth Chesnik, Robert Baker; one daughter-in-law, Gloria Chesnik Wood of Cloudcroft, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE with Father Tom Zotter officiating. Burial will follow services at Gate Of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

CUARON -- Mr. Manuel Cuaron. The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services. 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 247-4124
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

DAVIS -- Arthur (Bryan) Davis, Sr., 74, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away at home in Albuquerque on Monday, August 23, 2004. Bryan is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara J. Davis; daughter, Kim R. Young and husband, David; son, Art Davis, Jr. and wife, Barbara; daughter, Sandy Davis and partner, Teresa Larson; four grandchildren, Larry Winsor and partner, Jennifer Vallejos, Charlie Winsor, Leah Nielsen, Danah Nielsen; three great-grandchildren, Charlie Winsor, Jr., Brandon Winsor, Angela Winsor; and three sisters, Virginia Kershner, Florinda Lunsford and husband, Cecil, and Shirley Fletcher. Bryan was preceded in death by his son, Jack (Jackie) Davis. Pallbearers will be Art Davis, Jr., Dan Nielsen, David Young, Larry Winsor, Charlie Winsor, and Troy Wrye. Bryan retired in 1970 as a Lieutenant from the United States Navy after 20 years of dedicated service. He was also employed with the New Mexico State Highway Department for 15 years. Friends may visit on Wednesday, August 25 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Sunrise Funeral Options. Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 26 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

GARCIA -- Barbara Maria Garcia Barbara Maria Garcia March 31, 1953 to August 22, 2004 Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

GUTIERREZ -- Rose Gutierrez, 74, a lifelong resident of Cuba, NM, died on August 22, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Gilbert Gutierrez, formerly of Cuba; two sons, Waldo Gutierrez of Rio Rancho and Gary Gutierrez and wife, Elaine of Albuquerque; three daughters, Joann Baca and husband, Ray of Bernalillo, Sally Maestas of Albuquerque, and Kelly Garcia of Rio Rancho; 20 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; four sisters, Romie Martinez of Cuba, Dora Chavez of Kingman, AZ, Sadie Moore and husband, Ken of Clovis, NM, and Emma Naranjo of Albuquerque; brother, Joe Pena of Reedley, CA. She is preceded in death by her two sons, James Gutierrez and Gilbert Gutierrez Jr.; three sisters; and two brothers. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Cuba, NM with Father John Boland, celebrant. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Vince Bernal, Jared Gutierrez, Adriel Garcia, Joey Gallegos, Duane Arellano, and Eric Montoya. Honorary pallbearers will be David Leyba, Ray Baca, Geoffrey Gutierrez and Ryan Gutierrez. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

KENNEDY -- Margaret Somers Kennedy, 68, a former resident of Albuquerque, died August 21, 2004 in Lower Lake, CA. Born September 26, 1935, the daughter of Pansy Somers Pettit and step-father, Ralph Pettit, she was raised in the South Valley and attended Albuquerque High School. She is survived by 2 daughters, Jill Healon and husband, Archie, and Karen Jones; 2 grandsons, Archie and Andrew Healon, all of California; 2 sisters, Catherine Brandt and husband, Ralph of Albuquerque, and June Flaig of California; also nephews, Richard and Larry Brandt of Albuquerque, and Carl Flaig and his son, Teddy, of California. Cremation has taken place, and a Memorial Service will be held later in California.
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

LEE -- Lester A. Lee was born on Thursday, April 16, 1935 in Fosston, MN and died on Sunday, August 22, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM where he moved from Denver, CO in 1977. Les, the sixth of eight children born to Elmer and Hilda (Fjerstad) Lee, grew up on the family farm, attended Lade country School and graduated from Fosston High School. He served in the US Army from January 1955 to December 1957 and was stationed in Japan where he was a Morse Code Interceptor. He lived at the Meadows Mobile Home Park for the past 19 years where he served as both president and vide-president of the Meadows Association and was active in various other events and activities. In recent years his hobby was taking his dog, Snoopy, for rides on his Harley Davidson golf cart. Les is survived by his wife, Jean; stepson, Roy Thornton and wife, Debbie; their children, Sarah, Cory, and George; and step-great-grandchildren, Beverly and Raeanne. He is also survived by his daughter, Janis Frick and husband, Todd; their son, Jakob; sons, David Lee and wife, Jennifer; their daughters, Meghan and Olivia, and Randy Lee and wife, Maggie; their children, Brittany and Brandan, all of Denver, CO; sister, Carol Wold and husband, Lloyd, of Fosston, MN; brother, Harris Lee and wife, Maryon, of Minneapolis, MN; brother, Russell and wife, Helen, of Albuquerque, NM; brother, Dennis of Minneapolis, MN; sister, Ilane Rue and husband, Roland, of Fosston, MN; step-brothers, Howard Johnson and wife, Viona, of Mesa, AZ and Willard Johnson and wife, Geraldine, of Ellenton, FL; and by a special support friend, Jim Neulieb. He was preceded in death by his mother, Hilda, who died in 1941; his father, Elmer, who died in 1983; his stepmother, Vilola, who died in 1996; his brother, Ernest, who died in 1974; and his sister, Eunice, who died in 2003. Lester was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain NE, 87111, where memorial services will be held on Wednesday, August 25, 2004, 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the church in his memory. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

LOPEZ -- John J. Lopez, 64, passed away at his home early Saturday Morning, August 21, 2004. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque's South Valley, having attended Albuquerque High School. John proudly served in the US Air Force, and will be fondly remembered as "Big John the Plumber". He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwardo and Mary Jane Lopez; and brother-in-law, Angel Chavez. John is survived by his life partner, Erlinda Lopez; sons, John Anthony and Julian Lopez, Ernest Martinez, Danny Martinez and wife, Henrietta; daughters, Joanna Lopez and Geraldine Ellis; 20 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brothers, Filo Lopez and wife, Margaret, Edward Lopez and wife, Cecilia; sisters, Terri Dezlan and husband, Frank of Indianapolis, IN, Margaret Chavez, Josephine Chavez and husband, Manuel, Bebe Lovato and husband, Mel of Peoria, AZ; many loving nieces, nephews, family, and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Rd. SW. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 2004. Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 26, 2004. Burial will follow at Pajarito Cemetery, with Air Force Honors. Pallbearers will be Jerry E. Lopez, Joanna Lopez, Johnny Lopez, Estevan Martinez, Joey Martinez, and Reggie Quintana. Honorary pallbearers will be Gary Tohlen, Henry Rael, and Ramon Montoya. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

MALDONADO -- Andelecio Andy Maldonado, 66, went home to be with the Lord on August 22, 2004. He was born on October 25, 1937 in Tajique, NM. A rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at St. Anne Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

NUTTING -- Winifred Geneva Nutting, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1996, died Saturday, August 21, 2004. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Sylvia Nutting; granddaughter, Erica Encinias and husband Joe; grandson, Donald W. Nutting and girlfriend Brooke Malin; great-grandchildren, Tierney and Trevor Encinias, all of Albuquerque; and brother, Norman W. Menz and wife Loretta of Paramus, NJ. Winifred was preceded in death by her husband, Donald F. Nutting on January 13, 1996, and by her son, Donald F. Nutting on August 21, 1999. She was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church where she participated in the needlework group, Bible Study, Keenagers, and on the church newsletter. Services will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2004 at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain NE at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Wednesday, August 25, 2004 from 5-7 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

PAXTON -- Earle A. Paxton, 85, a resident of Albuquerque, died on August 22, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Barbaralee Paxton of Albuquerque; two sons, Robert Allen Paxton and wife, Teena of Belmont, CA and Kent E. Paxton and wife, Patricia of Napa, CA; seven grandchildren, Christian Paxton and wife, Susan, and their children, Emily, Zander and Julia, Derek Paxton, Scott Paxton, Stephanie Paxton-Jones and husband, Paul, Kimberly Paxton, Stacie Jablonski and husband, Matthew and Angela Paxton; brother, Dr. Robert E. Paxton and wife, Georgia of Fremont, MI. Earle was a Photo Recognizance Pilot and Captain in the U.S. Air Force where he served in Italy. He was owner and instructor of a crop dusting company in Colorado. He retired from Sandia Labs after more than 29 years of service. Memorial service will be held on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at First Christian Church, 10101 Montgomery Blvd. NE with Pastor Brian McCracken, officiating. Interment of cremains has taken place at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church, 10101 Montgomery Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

PEREZ -- Manuel M. Perez, The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. The family would also like to extend a special thank you to the Brothers of the Good Shepherd and Monsignor Lucero. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

POHL -- Armida Pohl, Loving Mama Mia, 63, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Ruben Pohl of Albuquerque; daughters, Angela Pohl Maez and husband, Aaron of Los Lunas and Irma Pohl of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Christopher Pohl, Delilah Pohl, Ruben Maez, and Christopher Pohl, Jr.; sisters, Julie Palmer and husband, Bill and Minina Soto and husband, Jesus; and numerous nieces and nephews. Armida was a member of the San Jose Parish. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at San Jose Parish, 2401 Broadway SE. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at San Jose Parish, with Father Gabriel Paredes, Celebrant. Interment will take place at 2:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit, French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

SPEAKE -- Mr. Wesley ( Wes ) E. Speake, 85, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on August 22, 2004. Mr. Speake is survived by his step children, Rita Rogers, Max Aragon and wife, Bertha, Veronica Aragon-Loureiro and husband, Luis, Fernando Aragon and wife, Marna; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; and special friends, Roy and Mary Herrera. Mr. Speake was a member of the Catholic Church and a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in World War II. A visitation for Mr. Speake will be Wednesday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Deacon Manuel Montoya and wife, Eileen. A final visitation will be Thursday morning from 10:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. A Committal Service will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be, Eric Bravo, Johnny Saavedra, Luis Loureiro, Anthony Martinez and Joshua Sanchez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

STRADFORD -- Leroy H. Stradford Sr., 85, died at home Thursday, August 19, 2004. Leroy was born in Wichita, KS on Nov. 17, 1918, and came to Albuquerque after his military service on Tinnian Island during World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty. He is survived by daughters, Annette Stewart and husband, Willard of Dallas, Kathleen Brixner and business partner, Rita Kerrigan of Albuquerque, and son Leroy Stradford Jr. and wife, Inis of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Orion, Carson, and Berrett Stradford, all of Albuquerque, Patricia Ferguson and husband, Weber of Dallas, and Tanya Copeland, now working in Hawaii. Leroy is also survived by a sister, Mary Neilson of Washington State. Leroy retired from Sandia Laboratories after a long and interesting career. He was a member of the First Unitarian Church and had served as a docent at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. He was a member of the New Mexico Wild Flower Society and the New Mexico Nature Conservancy. Leroy and his wife were well known for their long-term hobby of photographing New Mexico wild flowers, and a collection of their pictures is often exhibited by the Natural History and Science Museum. In recent years, Leroy became a member of the Los Volcanes Senior Center and had made many new friends there whom he valued deeply along with his long time friends at the Sandia Base bridge group. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., in Rio Rancho. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Leroy's name to the Natural History and Science Museum Foundation, 1801 Mountain Rd. NW, 87104. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

TURNBULL -- Harry Milton Turnbull, 82, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Sarah Lee of 20 years. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Oga. He is survived by his son, Kenneth; and grandchildren, Eric, Joseph, and Jennifer; his stepson, Matthew; and stepdaughter, Sabrina. He was born in Harford, WV. He served in World War II overseas in the United States Army from 1941-1946, was wounded and discharged with 100% disability. Harry was a loving and caring husband and father; his whistling will long be remembered. His last few weeks were spent at Manorcare Nursing Home with his wife never leaving his side. He died peacefully in the arms of his beloved Sari -as he called her. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, August 27, 2004 at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church where Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. A Committal Service will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

WESTERFELD -- Hubert Arthur (Art) Sr. went to his final hunting grounds and joined his daughter, Mary Louise Stanford in Heaven, August 21, 2004. He passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Jane (Foraker) Westerfeld, 3 sons, Art Jr. and wife, Becky, Wade, Creighton and wife, Michelle; 2 daughters, Wanda (all of Albuquerque), June and husband, Jeff Fisk of Artesia; three sisters; Jaunita Ports, Violet Birrell, Freida and husband, Roy Everett, (all of Albuquerque); two brothers, Fred and wife, Caroline Westerfeld of Jacksonville, FL, Norman and wife, Sandra Westerfeld of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren, Juliana, Zachary, Colleen, Christian, Creighton, all of Albuquerque, Jeffrey and Anna of Artesia, Nicky and Alex of Odessa, TX; and many nephews and nieces. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at 914 Los Lentes "First Baptist Church of Los Lunas. "
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

WILLIAMS -- Flora L. Williams, 98, a resident of Albuquerque, NM and formerly Las Cruces, NM, completed her earthly journey at 11:20 am on Saturday, August 21, 2004 and is now with her Lord. She was born Thursday, October 5, 1905 in Byers, OK to the late James and Nellie Page. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J. N. Williams; four sisters, Zora McBeth, Nora Thompson, Lennie Millage, and Jewel Cheatam; one brother, Wesley Page; and one grandson, John Mathew Towne. She is survived by two sons, Jack Towne and wife, Frankie, of Hot Springs Village, AR and John Towne and wife, Linda; one granddaughter, Janet Berry and husband, David; two grandsons, Jeffrey M. Towne and wife, Jennifer and Jason Towne; two great-grandsons, James Towne and wife, Erica and Ryan Berry; one great-granddaughter, Alysa Berry, all of Albuquerque, NM; one sister, Katie Holloway of Roswell, NM; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Mrs. Williams was a member of the First Christian Church of Las Cruces, NM since 1944. Her rock solid faith has influenced many throughout her lifetime. She was a member of the Church Women United, Christian Women's Fellowship and worked many hours at the Christian Day Nursery. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2004, 10:00 a.m., at the First Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Christian Church, 1809 El Paso Road, Las Cruces, NM 88001. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004