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BAGGETTE -- Letha M. Baggette, 80, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Sherrie Kile and husband, Richard of Albuquerque; son, Larry Baggette of Granbury, TX; granddaughters, Kelly Baggette of Ft. Collins, CO and Jill; grandsons, Bradley Kile and wife Sarahlynn of Los Angeles, CA and Christopher Kile of Albuquerque; sisters, Catherine Mosley, Sally Drinkard and husband, Everett and Ann Ray all of Bay Minette, AL; brother, Pete Thompson and wife, Ann of Enterprise, AL; in-laws, James E. Baggette and wife, Margaret of Mobile, AL and Mary Ousley of Pensacola, FL. Letha was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, LeRoy J. Baggette, November 7, 2003; brothers, Mac and Bobby; and sister, Boots. She was a member of the Highland Baptist Church and enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading and talking with her good friends. Services will be held on Saturday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor John Embery officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Jimmie Helm, Richard Kile, Bradley and Sarahlynn Kile, Christopher Kile and Kelly Baggette. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Highland Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 417 Palomas Dr. SE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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BEACH -- Damon Beach, 82, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, died Wednesday, November 24, 2004. He is survived by his brother, Jim Beach and wife, Wanda, of Tulsa, OK sister, Betty Jo Moore and husband, Roger, of Columbus, OH and numerous friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Langston Beach; brothers, Dr. Vincent W. Beach of Boulder, CO and Vernon H. Beach of Greenwood, AR. Mr. Beach served in the US Navy in WWII as a Communications Officer on an LST during several campaigns in the Pacific. He attained the rank of Lt. Junior Grade. Mr. Beach worked for McMillian Publishing Company for 34 years, first in Arkansas and then New Mexico and Texas schools. Services are being arranged by Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home in Dallas, TX. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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BORLAND -- Carolyn (Davis) Borland died November 17, 2004 at Los Palomas Nursing Home in Albuquerque, NM. She was born in Iola, KS on June 27, 1916. An Albuquerque resident for the past several years, she was formerly a bank teller in Chillicothe, OH and retired as Administrative Assistant in the Department of Correction for the State of Ohio in Columbus, OH. Mrs. Borland was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Wilbert Borland; her mother, Lucille Davis; and brother, Robert Davis, Chillicothe and Columbus, OH. She is survived by her sister, Maxine Campbell; and niece, Carolyn Martin, Albuquerque, NM; nephews: Michael Campbell, Houston, TX, Stephen Campbell, Lancaster, OH, Richard Davis, Aurora, CO, and Larry Davis, Columbus, OH. Cremation was by Sunrise Funeral Options, Albuquerque, NM, with Graveside services and burial in the Gahanna, OH Cemetery at a later date.
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BRIGHAM -- Shirley Irene Brigham, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1966, died Tuesday, November 23, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Bill Brigham of Albuquerque; son, William S. Brigham and wife, Linda Pham of Albuquerque; daughters, Denise M. Clapp and wife, Denise of Washington and Sandra L. White and husband, Mike of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Erica Penfold of Albuquerque and Heather Nelson and husband, Robert of Washington. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Saturday, November 27, 2004, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Suite 102, 87110 or American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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BROWN -- Barton C. Brown passed over to Heaven on November 9, 2004 in Abilene, TX. A Memorial Service celebrating his life as a loving father, husband and person of service to others will be held at the Ballut Abyad Shrine Center at 6600 Zuni, SE at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2004 with Dr. Roy Elmore delivering the memorial message. The family will be receiving friends on Friday, Nov. 26 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas, NE. The burial ceremony will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 29, 2004 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Donations may be sent to The Shrine Transportation Fund in care of Ballut Abyad Shrine Center, 6600 Zuni, SE or to St. Paul United Methodist Church, 9500 Constitution, NE. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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C. DE BACA -- Lucy C. de Baca went to be with the Lord, Monday, November 22, 2004. A longtime resident of New Mexico, she is survived by her two daughters, Sylvia Samuelson and Patricia Griffith; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-granddaughter; and many other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Memorial services will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery Chapel, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE, on Friday, November 26, 2004. A Rosary will be recited at 10:00 am, followed by the celebration of the Funeral Mass, concluding with the burial. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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DOMINGUEZ -- Freddie Dominguez, Jr., a resident of Portales, NM, passed away suddenly on November 22, 2004. He was born on June 4, 1960 in Springer, NM. Freddie loved fishing, going to the lake, and also enjoyed painting and drawing. He is survived by his son, Freddie Joe Dominguez; daughter, Bianca Dominguez; his parents, Freddie Dominguez Sr. and wife, Juanita; brothers and sisters, Lorene and husband, Tom Sims, Laura and husband, Buck Meyers, Barbara Dominguez, Johnny Dominguez and wife, Penny, Sheila and husband, Jeff Foote; his grandmother, Emma Archuleta; grandchildren, Julian and Beyonce Dominguez; aunts and uncles, Flo and Max Basey, Alice Martinez, Al Dominguez, Rey and wife, Charlotte, Stella and Bob Pachecco, Lydia and Ben Montano, Jim Archuleta and wife, Betty, Mary Stroud, Jo Roybal, Ray Medina and wife, Geneva; seven nieces and nephews, many cousins, and many other family members that will miss him. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 27, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Sunrise Funeral Options, 2400 Southern Blvd. in Rio Rancho, NM. Arrangements under the care of: Sunrise Funeral Options 2400 Southern Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM (505) 891-9192
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DURAN -- Frank. The family of Mr. Frank Duran, wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and support during this time of sorrow. Special thanks is extended to those who accompanied the family for the Rosary and Mass; to those whom sent floral tributes, cards and food. Your thoughtfulness always be remembered. Funeral services were entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street, NW 898-3160
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ENRIGHT -- Twyla Enright RN was born on November 26, 1916 in Baxter Springs, KS. As a child, she lived in Sioux Falls, SD with her adopted Norwegian family members. A single mother raised her and her sister on a farm, during the depression. Later she attended Baxter Springs Kansas High School where she excelled academically, played on the girls' basketball team and was a cheerleader during half time. In 1938 she graduated nurse's training in Kansas City, MO under the Sisters of Charity. She married Earl Enright of Joplin, MO and they, after WWII, with their three young children moved to San Juan, NM where Ms. Enright provided volunteer healthcare for residents of rural Northern New Mexico. It is said that she provided home healthcare for Georgia O'Keeffe. Twyla and her family moved to Albuquerque where Ms. Enright nursed at the old St. Joseph Hospital and then the Veterans Hospital Operating Room where she participated in the first open heart surgical procedure in New Mexico. After twenty-five years in the OR, she retired to her beloved Albuquerque home of many years, where she continued to volunteer healthcare services. Ms. Enright also loved music and, as a child, taught herself to play the piano and the violin. She was a time-honored supporter of the Arts in New Mexico. She also loved worldwide travel wherein she traveled to China, South American, Europe, Middle East, and Canada. She and her husband loved the mountains of New Mexico where they built their own cabin, in the wilderness, at the foot of the Brazos Cliffs in Tierra Amarilla, NM. As a child, Ms. Enright made clothes for she and her sister from recycled flour bags. She subsequently became an accomplished seamstress and dress designer. During her last years, she participated in Home Healthcare Reform under the auspices of her time honored home healthcare provider, Ms. Katherine Mann. Her husband, Earl, and sister Eula Marie, preceded Ms. Enright in death. Three children survive Ms. Enright: Nancy Reynolds of Dallas, TX, Patrick Enright of Santa Ana, CA and Michael Enright of Albuquerque, NM. Mrs. Enright enjoyed seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and seven nieces and nephews. She would also wish to acknowledge the services of longtime friend and neighbor, Kathy Esquerra. Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 28, 2004, 2:00 pm at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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GARCIA -- Martin In Loving Memory Of Our Daddy, Son, Brother & Uncle MARTIN JAKE GARCIA November 25, 1967 - December 24, 2003 HAPPY 37TH BIRTHDAY In the arms of an Angel you spend eternity. Thankful your no longer in pain, we carry the burden of not knowing why. We miss and we love you dearly; You never escape our thoughts, and you are always in our hearts. We never knew such pain; and with us it shall always remain, until we meet again. No Greater Love than the Love of your Family! Cassandra, Paul, Mom & Dad, Earl, Karie, Phillip & Family P.S. "Building A Mystery" "WOAKA WOAKA"
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GEISLER -- Herbert D. Geisler, 78, a resident of Albuquerque from 1963 to 1994, passed away in Fairfield Bay, Arkansas on Tuesday, November 16, 2004. He was born on April 8, 1926 in La Port, Indiana. While living in Albuquerque, he was the owner and operator of Alaskan Air Conditioning and Heating and Alaskan Service. He also served as a supervisor in the new construction division of Albuquerque Public Schools from 1974 to 1992. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Geisler. He is survived by his daughter, Sharon Dishuck, her husband, Steve, his stepson, Jim Johansen and wife, Carol, his stepdaughter, Barbara Galusha, his grandchildren, Brian Dishuck, Pamela Dishuck, Rachel Johansen, Christopher Johansen, Karen Galusha and Corey Galusha and great-granddaughter, Kayla Dishuck. Cremation has taken place and graveside services will be held on Friday, 3:00 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GONZALES -- Ronnie E. Gonzales went home to be with the Lord on November 22, 2004 at the age of 44. He was born on April 20, 1960 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife Cynthia Gonzales; sons, Tyson Gonzales, Tyler Gonzales and Michael Garcia; daughter, Antoinette Garcia; brothers, Leon M. Reed and wife Sheila and James Reed and wife Lelani; sister, Dana Martinez and h/Gilbert and one grandchild. He will be deeply missed by his loving family. A rosary will be recited on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. at Holy Child Parish in Tijeras, NM. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at Holy Child Parish. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
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GUTIERREZ -- Tony. The family of Mr. Tony Gutierrez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to the Franciscan Friar, Holy Family Catholic Church, presider of the Mass, to Juan Sandoval for reciting the Rosary, to the U.S. Marines for the Military Honors and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW
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HERRERA -- Irene G. Herrera, 84, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2004, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her children, Rose Trujillo and husband, Mike E., Mary Jackson and husband, Andrew, Miguel Herrera and wife, Dana, all of Albuquerque, Ida May Herrera and Jimmy Joe Baca of Bosque Farms, Betty Toledo and husband, James, Dinah Herrera and husband, Leonard Chavez of Los Lunas and Harold Herrera; 25 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Teresa Gutierrez, Cecilia Gutierrez and Bennie Trujillo; and brothers, Natividad Griego and Tony E. Griego and wife, Lucy. Irene was preceded in death by her husband, Flavio Herrera on July 3, 2004; two sons, Jose Antonio and Flavio Robert Herrera; three sisters and two brothers. She was a very loving person, towards her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Rosary will be recited on Friday, 7:00 p.m., at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter NE. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Valley Cemetery in Barton, NM. Pallbearers will be Albert Pacheco, Issac Toledo, Fermin Trujillo, Manuel Trujillo, Robbie Trujillo and Neil Overbay. Friends may visit Friday, 6:00 p.m. until rosary at the church. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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JARAMILLO -- Michael (Ruben) Jaramillo April 16, 1954 - November 5, 2004 Thank you for teaching us about compassion and living life to the fullest. We love you and miss you, Uncle Mike. Love your nieces, Rebecca and Melissa. The relationship between brothers and sisters is one of the most important, influential, dynamic and long lasting of all human relationships. I love you and miss you, Mike. Love your sister, Trindo.
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JOHNSON -- Helen W. Johnson, 93, of Abilene, TX died Wednesday, November 11, 2004, at a local care center. Mrs. Johnson's wishes to be cremated will be carried out by Community Memorial Funeral Home, 1443 N. 2nd St., Abilene, TX. Interment of the cremains will be at a later date in Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Mrs. Johnson was born in Silverton, TX on February 6, 1911, to the late Jack Monroe and Sarah Cleo (Kitchens) Williams. She was a high school graduate and then attended Texas Tech, receiving her B.A. degree in the summer of 1942. She taught school at Foster and Rochester, TX prior to three years of teaching at Chama, NM, for a total of 27 years, before retiring from the Albuquerque Public Schools in 1973. She married Sam B. Johnson in Cheyenne, Wyoming in 1942. He also preceded her in death in 1996. She is survived by several nieces and nephews.
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JOHNSON -- Kely Kely Johnson April 23, 1971 - November 25, 1999 It has been five years today that we last spent Thanksgiving with you. You leaving us left a great void in our hearts, and we continue to miss you every day. You left behind your two young daughters to remind us of your caring and loving ways. You will always be remembered for the love you gave to your family and friends. We Love and Miss You. FOREVER YOUNG FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS Your Mom, Irene Marietta. Your sister and brother-in-law, Christine and Frank Sanchez. Your brothers, Kevin Johnson and Levi Johnson & Trina Gonzales. Your nieces, Savannah "sissy" Sanchez, Cheyenne "chey-chey" Sanchez, Megan Sanchez, and Sheridan Johnson. Your nephew, Isaiah Johnson. And your beautiful daughters, Kaila Johnson and Krista Johnson.
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LINDSEY -- Willie Beatrice Lindsey passed away on Monday, November 22, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Edward L. Lindsey Sr.; eight sons, Ed Jr., Robert, Don, Dan, Joseph, Chuckie, Larry, and Cleotha; three daughters, Mary, Darlene, Estella; and five grandchildren, all of Albuquerque. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 26, at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 27, also at Chapel of Sunrise. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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MARTINEZ -- Anna. The family of Ms. Anna Martinez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Charles Aguilar for reciting the Rosary; to the choir at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church for their beautiful music, to Vista Care Hospice and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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MELCHOR -- Howard Turner Melchor, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Monday, November 22, 2004. He was born in Morresville, NC. He is survived by his two daughters, Sherry L. Melchor of Albuquerque and Debbie E. Melchor-Schenck and husband, Wendel of Farmington; grandchildren, Howard Glen Campbell of Farmington, and Rick Lee Campbell and wife, Alissa of Carrizozo; great-grandchild, Cameron Campbell of Carrizozo; brothers, Jack L. Melchor and wife, Norma of Palo Alto, CA, Randy Melchor of Baltimore, MD; sisters, Frances Davis of Salisbury, NC and Jean Bucheri and husband, John of Baltimore, MD. He was a well respected, honest and fair business owner of Southwest Machine Works, Inc. for more than 30 years. He was a devoted and loving father, as shown by the words he left: "Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you…I loved you so. 'Twas heaven here with you." Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 1:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MONTANO -- Patrick Isidoro Montano, 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 3rd St. SW 247-4124
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MORENO -- Brayan Orona Moreno, tenia 2 meses de nacido era un infantil, el hijo de Jesus Orona y Aracely Orona Moreno failesio el dia Noviembre 23, del 2004. Y tambien Brayan tenia una hermana que se llama Lluvia Moreno:, sus abuelos, Jose y Maria Moreno, y los abuelos, por parte del papa son, Jose Manuel y Karlota Orona. La visitacion de Brayan es el Sabado en las manana de 10:00 a.m. de 10:30 a.m. el la Iglesia de la Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW, con una Comunion Servicio de Los Angeles va acomensar a las 10:30 a.m. Por El Diacono Manuel Toquinto. El sementerio esta en Pajarito. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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NUANES -- Mrs. Susan Otero Nuanes, 82, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 22, 2004 with her loving family at her side. Mrs. Nuanes is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Mr. Romolo Nuanes; two daughters, Lucille Nuanes and husband, John Waskiewicz, Joan Nuanes and Dennis Schneider; one son, Romolo R. Nuanes and wife, Gloria; two sisters, Josephine Baca and Carmen O. Hauser; one brother, Felipe Otero and wife, Dorothy; four grandchildren, Tamara, Brian, Diana and Richard; three great-grandchildren, Chad, Ashley and Victoria; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Nuanes was a member of the Catholic Church, President of the Senior Council, Multi Cultural Senior Center for ten years, life member of the ceramics club at the Barelas Community Center; she was a Girl Scout leader, a Cub Scout den mother, she was always very proud that one of her Cub Scouts grew up to be State Senator Richard Romero; she was also honored by Congresswoman Heather Wilson as an OUTSTANDING volunteer and had numerous citations from the Governor and Mayor. She also worked as an election poll official in Bernalillo County for many years. A visitation will be Friday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Mrs. Gabriella Nieto. Final visitation will be Saturday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Monsignor Antonio Gonzales. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dennis Schneider, John Waskiewicz, Brian Smith, Chad Smith, Richard V. Nuanes and Frank Nuanes. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Lovelace Hospice. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 10000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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ORTIZ -- Flora Q. Ortiz. On this Thanksgiving, we are eternally thankful for the love, compassion and joy that Flora Q. Ortiz brought to her family and the world, always giving freely to others. Flora passed away very peacefully on Tuesday, November 23, 2004 in Albuquerque, where she had been living with granddaughter, Deborah James Ortiz. Flora was preceded in death by her husband, J. Willie Ortiz; and her daughter, Connie Ortiz. She is survived by her son, Bobby Ortiz and his wife, Eva; brothers, Eddie Quintana and Arturo Quintana; grandchildren, Cynthia Coward, Roberta Murray, Denise Lujan, Sandra Ortiz, Geraldine Lugo, Ellie Ortiz; along with great-grandchildren and other loving members of her family, including Barbara Pacheco, Rosina Clayton, Reyes Sena, Donellia Roybal, and Reynaldo Ortiz; and Azucena Serrano, her loving friend. A Rosary will be recited at 5:00 p.m. Friday, November 26, 2004 at the Santuario de Guadalupe, 100 Guadalupe, in Santa Fe. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 27, 2004 at the Santuario de Guadalupe. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600.
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OTERO -- Alice. The family of Mrs. Alice C. Otero would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for their beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to the Franciscan Friar, celebrant of the Mass and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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PETTIGREW -- Lily Elizabeth Pettigrew (86) passed away on November 22, 2004 at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after an extended illness. She was the youngest of six children born to the late Joseph Edward Pettigrew II and Edith Lillian Wannamaker Pettigrew of 1117 Cherokee Road, Florence, South Carolina. She was a graduate of Greensboro College (now UNC Greensboro) in 1940, and obtained her Masters Degree at Vanderbilt University. She worked in Washington, D.C. as a personnel supervisor in the Veteran's Administration. She later became Chief of Personnel at the Veteran's Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She retired from a very successful career with the Federal Government in 1974. She was very active in Civic clubs, and did extensive volunteer work with charitable, political, and literary groups serving in many capacities. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and was devoted to her family and her heritage. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, and her sisters, Edith Wannamaker Pettigrew, Frances Pettigrew Owen, and her brothers Joseph Edward Pettigrew, Jr., George Wannamaker Pettigrew, and James Alexander Pettigrew, sisters-in-law Margaret Elizabeth Ross Pettigrew, and Ruth Critcher Pettigrew. Surviving Elizabeth are nieces and nephews: Mary Frances Owen Hulberg and husband Chuck, George Wannamaker Pettigrew II and wife Linda, Joseph Edward (Ned) Pettigrew III, Gwynne Pettigrew Jeffords, Joy Pettigrew Ackerman and husband Bill, H. Timmons Pettigrew and wife Shirley, Nancy Ruth Pettigrew Robinson and husband Barry, William Edward (Bill) Pettigrew, and numerous devoted great and great-great nieces and nephews. Arrangements are being handled by Waters-Powell Funeral Home, 400 S. Dargan Street, Florence, S.C. 29506. After a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 26, 2004, she will be laid to rest at Mount Hope Cemetery with her parents and other family members. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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QUINTANA -- John Quintana, age 85, was called home by our Heavenly Father, Wednesday, November 24, 2004. Services are pending and will be announced. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW 898-3160
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RAEL -- Linda Rael, 53, a New Mexico native, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2004 surrounded by family at her home in Albuquerque. Linda was an account manager for Blue Cross - Blue Shield of NM. She was most proud of her children and grandchildren. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt and friend. Linda is survived by her children Matthew Vigil, Christina Romero and Juanita Vigil and grand-children Adrianna Vigil and Andre Romero. She will be forever missed and never forgotten. A celebration of her life will be held Friday at 10 am at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph's Drive NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120, across from St Pius. A burial service will be held in La Lama at a later date.
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SANCHEZ -- Conception Sanchez, 93, passed into the hands of our Lord, Tuesday, November 23, 2004. She was born on December 6, 1910. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Solomon, her baby boy, Charles, her parents, Venceslao and Erinea Baca, her mother and father-in-law, Juan Cruz and Barbarita Sanchez, her sisters Frances Aragon, Elsie Romero, Vera Griego, Marcella Sanchez, Katherine Lopez, Margaret Maestas and her brothers, Martin, Serafico, Pete and Tony Baca, seven brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia and Jeanette, son, John and daughter-in-law, Margie; grandchildren, Natalie and Kevin; sister, Lily Tabet and many nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited Friday, November 26, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, November 27, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel. Interment will follow. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Friday, November 26, 2004 from 4:00 p.m. until the Rosary. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SANTISTEVAN -- Cora S. Santistevan, 64, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home in the arms of loving family on November 20, 2004. Mrs. Santistevan is survived by her daughter, Annette V. Robledo and husband, Joseph; her son, Greg L. Santistevan and wife, Evelyn; two grandchildren, Lauren Santistevan and Gregory M. Santistevan; her mother, Mina Archunde; three sisters, Rose Gallegos, Renay Gallegos, Josie Marquez and husband, Gene; two brothers, Gilbert Archunde and Stanley Archunde. Mrs. Santistevan was a member of the Catholic Church, was an employee and facility manager of the Albuquerque Federal Savings and Loan, retired from Albuquerque Police Department and was team leader of the Fingerprint Specialist Dept. A visitation for Mrs. Santistevan will be Friday morning, November 26, 2004, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with a Rosary to be recited at 8:30 a.m. by Josie Marquez and Rose Gallegos. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 9:00 am. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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SANTISTEVAN -- Flora. The family of Mrs. Flora Santistevan would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Edmund Savilla, Church of the Ascension, presider of the Mass, to the Legion of Mary for reciting the Rosary, to the doctors and staff at Presbyterian Hospital and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW
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SEYMOUR -- Jean Parrish Seymour, well known southwestern landscape artist and daughter of the famous illustrator, Maxfield Parrish, passed away quietly on November 19, 2004 at the Albuquerque Care Center where she had been a resident for four years. She was 93. Jean was born in Cornish, New Hampshire in the heyday of the flourishing art colony. She came in 1937 to Albuquerque, New Mexico, as the bride of Augustus T. (Joe) Seymour. They had one daughter, Anne. Their marriage came to an end in 1949, and this marked the beginning of Jean's long artistic career. She always painted under her maiden name, Jean Parrish. For an excellent review of her life, artistic abilities, and accomplishments please see MASTERS OF WESTERN ART, written by Mary Carroll Nelson, published 1982 by Watson-Guptill Publications. Occasionally her paintings can be found for sale on the Internet, but the vast majority of her work is still in private collections. Jean is survived by her daughter, Anne Seymour Heard; son-in-law, John Heard; two grandsons, David and Theodore Heard; granddaughter-in-law, Julieta; and two great-grandchildren, Andre and Camila. In accordance with Jean's wishes, her passing and her life will be celebrated with a festive gathering to be held in mid-January when her son-in-law will be back in country to participate. If you should wish to make a memorial offering please contribute to Art in the Schools, c/o APS Foundation, 6400 Uptown Blvd. N.E., Suite 490 West, Albuquerque, NM 87110 Anne S. Heard (505)344-3255.
        Published on: Thu November 25, 2004

SHAW -- Bertie Faye Shaw, 74, of Knott, Texas died on Monday, November 22, 2004, in a Big Spring, Texas hospital after a 50 year battle with diabetes. Bertie and her husband, Larry built one of the most successful cotton farming businesses in the Southwest. Their business was featured in National Geographic and the National Cotton Farming magazines and received numerous awards and recognitions throughout the United States. Survivors include her husband, Larry Shaw of Knott, TX; one son, the Honorable Larry Don Shaw of Austin, TX; one daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Eric Johnson, teachers at Albuquerque High School in Albuquerque, NM; two sisters, Laura Gene Lawson of Albuquerque, NM and Wanda Stump of Bastrop, TX; three grandsons, Shawn Lepard and his wife, Stephanie of Guymon, OK, Chris Lepard and girlfriend, Sally Partridge of Austin, TX and Joe Romero of Albuquerque, NM; three granddaughters, Brooke, Brittany and Aubrey Johnson of Albuquerque, NM; three great grandchildren, Kristyn Lepard, Rachel and Aubrie Jamieson of Guymon, OK. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Sujoso, Charles Santos, Robert Nichols, Danny Stump, Jimmy Hinson, Chris Lepard, Shawn Lepard, Joe Romero, Alfred Herring and Randy Isler. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, November 26, 2004 at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel, Big Spring, Texas. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park. The family suggests memorials be made to The American Diabetes Association or the Hoffmantown Baptist Church of Albuquerque. Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring, TX. Online condolences can be made at; www. npwelch.com.
        Published on: Thu November 25, 2004

SNYDER -- Malcolm J. Snyder, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, passed away on November 23, 2004. He was born March 24, 1923, in Jamestown, New York, to Robert James and Madge E. Snyder. As a child, he moved with his parents to Toledo, Ohio where he grew up and graduated from high school. He enrolled in the University of Toledo and was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity when WW II broke out. Malcolm enlisted in the Navy and eventually served on the USS Randolph as a torpedo pilot. Surviving combat and a crash landing in the ocean, he returned to complete his finance degree. Malcolm moved to Albuquerque in 1949, earning an MBA at the University of New Mexico and working at Sandia Labs from where he retired after 36 years. Malcolm is survived by his wife of 50 years, Allene Snyder; son, Michael James Snyder of Albuquerque; daughters Laura D. Bowman and husband Michael M. of Albuquerque, and Teri M. Johnson and husband Michael of Albuquerque; and four grandchildren, Byron Kroner, Cody and Troy Johnson, and Elizabeth Snyder. Malcolm's interests included golf, his beloved cabin at Elephant Butte, watching his grandchildren play sports, and his family, which Malcolm prized more than anything. He will be missed by all who knew him. Memorial service will be held Saturday, November 27, 2004, at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, in Albuquerque. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Friday, November 26, 2004 from 4-6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your favorite charity. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu November 25, 2004

VAUBEL -- Charles P. Vaubel, Jr., 84, a long time resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, November 21, 2004, with his wife, children and grandchildren at his side. Charlie was born January 13, 1920 in Minneapolis, MN. He was a WWII Veteran, serving his time on PT 311 in the Mediterranean. After moving to Albuquerque in 1958, Charlie was employed by Sandia National Labs and Kirtland Air Force Base. He was an active member of the American Legion Post 149 and a member of Temple Baptist Church. Charlie is survived by his wife, Betty; four children; 11 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren; a brother, Larry; a sister, Georgian; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be Friday, November 26, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel with Dr. Larry E. Kennedy officiating. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Friends may visit Thursday, November 25, 2004 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Thu November 25, 2004

ZINK -- Ramona E. Zink, born in St. Cloud, Minnesota on October 3, 1926 and a resident of Albuquerque since 1961, died on November 23, 2004. Through her long journey of Parkinson's, she remained compassionate towards others. She is survived by two sons, Thomas Zink and wife, Loretta and Gary Zink and wife, Susan; one daughter, Penny Zink and husband, Brian Schneider and daughter-in-law, Victoria Zink all of Albuquerque, NM. She is also survived by seven grandchildren; and two brothers, James and Delbert Broker. Ramona is preceded in death by one son, Robert Zink; and two brothers, Henry and Robert Broker. Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 1, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Thu November 25, 2004