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ADAIR -- Bert Adair, age 81, a resident of Belen, NM, passed away on December 10, 2004. Bert was born in Chicago, IL and was raised in Quincy, IL. Bert enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1943, was stationed in England, serving in the 8th Air Force during WWII. Bert served for 20 years in the Air Force and retired as Chief Master Sergeant. Bert was a member of the Shriners. He enjoyed and colleted model trains and old cars and was a member of the Mustang Club. Bert was also a member of the 8th Air Force Historical Society. Bert is preceded in death by his parents, Agnes Miller Adair and Bert Adair, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Armeda June Deatherage Adair; daughter, Robin Adair; granddaughters, Erin Molly, Kourtney Kelley; grandson, Joshua David Hodges; son, Thomas Scott Adair and his wife, Lisa; granddaughters, Delilah Maria Adair, Alex Sandra Kayle Adair, Zoey Ann Adair; her son Daniel Patrick Adair and his wife, Melonie; daughter, Melissa Ann Brown and her husband, Paul and a granddaughter, Abigail June Brown. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St.
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BALLARD -- Davina "Dee" Ballard, 52, loving wife of David Ballard and a resident of Albuquerque since 1997, passed away peacefully, Saturday, December 10th, 2004, after a long illness. Dee, loving daughter of James Seivewright and the late Ann Seivewright; daughter-in-law of Catherine Ballard and the late George Ballard; loving sister of Audrey Seivewright, Alistair Seivewright, Ann Dibbens and husband, Raymond, Maureen Ross and husband, Cameron, Maurice Seivewright, Karen & Richard Sohayda, loving aunt of Denise, Louise, Adam, Heather, Dawn, Allen. She was a nursing coordinator for Presbyterian Hospital Pre-Admission Center and PACU. She had been a member of First Presbyterian Church. Services will be Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, Tuesday, December 14, 2004 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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CASEY -- Altha Juanita Casey, 84, born in Tishamingo, Oklahoma in 1920, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died on Saturday, December 11, 2004. Altha is survived by her husband of 37 years, Ed Casey; sister, Marie Lickty and husband Dick; brother-in-law, J. Frank Casey; 6 grandchildren, Kelli Johnson, Cindi Conradson, James Webber, Gary Ray Webber, Billy Waide Webber, Jody Davis; 12 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson; several nieces, nephews and family members. Altha is also survived by many special friends including Mildred and Fred Garms and family and Melva Chavez. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Connie Jo Johnson, son, Estle E. Webber, one brother and 3 sisters, step-son, Mark Casey, parents, Estle and Amy Stroud and father-and mother in-law Wiley S. and Bessie L. Casey. Altha was a traffic supervisor for Mountain Bell for 24 years and retired in 1977. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and the Presbyterian Volunteer Auxiliary, where she logged nearly 4000 hours of volunteer work at Kaseman Hospital Day Surgery. Altha also worked in the gift shop on occasion. Services will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Tuesday, December 14, 2004 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary, 1100 Central Ave. NM, 87106, or Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Road NE, Suite 102, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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COFFEY -- Clifford Winston Mr. Clifford Winston Coffey, 86, of Venetia, PA, died at 10 am Wednesday, December 8, 2004, in McMurray Hills Manor. He was a devoted Husband, Father, and Grandfather. Born February 27, 1918 to Austin Jullian Coffey and Nancy Luetty Yell in Mayfield, Oklahoma, he grew up on the family farm and graduated early from primary education received in a one room school house. He received his B.A. in Agriculture majoring in Agronomy from Oklahoma A & M College, completing the 4-year program in 3 years. Mr. Coffey honorably served in WWII as a Seaman 1st Class in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Morberly as an Aerographer's Mate. He worked as a Soil Scientist for the U.S. Soil Conservation Service and later worked as an appraiser with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers and was responsible for assessing counties in Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico. Mr. Coffey was an avid golfer and proudly served as President of the Paradise Hills Country Club in Albuquerque, NM. He was a 15 year hospital volunteer at St. Joseph West Hospital in Rio Rancho, NM. On May 30, 1940 he married Velma Carmelita Tinker of Stillwater OK, who died October 15, 1995. Mr. Coffey is survived by a brother, Austin Doyle Coffey of Payson, AZ; a daughter, Andrea Nanette Carriere of Basking Ridge, NJ; two grandchildren, Lance Douglas Carriere of Madison, NJ and Jeanna-Mar Simmons of Venetia, PA; and two great-grandchildren, Lance Andrew Carriere and Chelsea Madison Carriere, both of Madison, NJ. Services in PA will be private. In the near future, both Mr. and Mrs. Coffey will be interred in "Brookside," the Yell family cemetery in Roger Mills County, OK.
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DALTON -- Edla Burch Dalton, age 81, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2004. She was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, having retired from Bluher Lumber Company. Edla is survived by her husband, Bobby B. Dalton; daughter, Denise Simon; two grandsons; one great-granddaughter; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services are pending. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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DILLARD -- Ralph E. Dillard Lt. Col. USA (Ret.), May 13, 1915 to December 10, 2004. He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Dillard Butler and her husband Marvin J. Butler, grandsons Charles T. Walter, his wife Stephanie, his children Lisa Marie Romero, Cynthia Rose, and Charles Christopher, his new children Mason Whitener and Emily Zumwalt, William Ralph E. Walter, wife Mary and their daughter Jennifer, Christopher R. Walter, his wife Geri and their children Christian and Daniel, and his only granddaughter Dorothy Marie Beggio, her husband Sean and their children David and Timothy. He is also survived by three special friends, Lu Beggio and Ruby Perez, and Mike, Tammy and Mariah Johnston and three nieces, Barbara, Carol, and Cindy. He was preceded in death by his father Ralph E. Dillard Sr., mother Frances Barker Dillard, his beloved wife Betty (Ruby E. Dillard) whom he adored for 49 years and his three pals Bart, Susie, and Murphy. Ralph enlisted in the Army in the early 1940s and started his career at Ft. Sam Houston in San Antonio, TX. He then spent 3 years on the Missouri State Highway Patrol. During this time, he apprehended a dangerous criminal and had his story broadcast on Gang Busters and printed in a Detective magazine. He reenlisted in the Army in 1947 where he served until 1968. He was very proud of both his civilian and military police career. He was a member of Mesa Lodge 68, Scottish Rite Temple, Ballut Abyad Legion of Honor, Sojourners, VFW 401 and American Legion Post 99. Visitation will be at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, December 12, 2004, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday, December 13, 2004, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. He will be sorely missed by the family who loved to spoil him especially Dede. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. There will be no services per Ralph's request. In lieu of flowers, Ralph asked that memorial contributions be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranches, 6209 Hendrix NE, 87110. "...and I will raise you up on eagles wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun and hold you in the palm of My hand..." French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, 275-3500
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GOODNER -- Wanita M. Goodner, 74, went home to be with our Lord on December 11, 2004. She passed away peacefully in her Albuquerque home. Wanita was a member of the Netherwood Park Church of Christ. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Henry, and great-granddaughter, Nora Duran. Wanita is survived by her two sons, Michael and Jeff; three daughters, Rebecca, Elizabeth and Loretta; and two stepsons, Steve and Mark; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. We thank our family and friends for their loving support and continuous prayers during our times of need. Thank you to the Lovelace Sandia Hospice nurses and Dr. Wesselman for their kindness and care. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, December 15, 3:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. "Those who hope in the lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:31 French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GUTIERREZ -- Elvira Gutierrez, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, died on December 13, 2004. Elvira was preceded in death by her husband, Juan Gutierrez and her son, Medardo Gutierrez. She is survived by daughters, Eleanor Trujillo and husband, Arturo of Rio Rancho, Cathy Quintana and husband, Agapito, Jr., of Rio Rancho, NM and Mary Rose Gallegos of Santa Fe; grandchildren, Michelle Gutierrez, John Gutierrez, Judy Salazar, Kenny Quintana, Denise Montoya, and Diana Wood; great-grandchildren, Marrisa, Andrew, Arthur, Arlene, Alyssa, Jarick, Brianna, T.J., Kayla, Anthony, and Amanda; sister, Mary Romero of Espanola, NM. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and family. Elvira never worked outside her home but was a very hardworking lady all of her life. She always had a garden and canned and did all those things necessary to be the excellent homemaker she was. Rosary will be recited on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at El Pueblo Mission in El Pueblo, NM. Burial will follow at El Pueblo Catholic Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Arturo Trujillo and Agapito Quintana, Jr. Pallbearers will be John Gutierrez, Kenny Quintana, James Salazar, Alfonso Montoya, Paul Gutierrez, and Arthur Trujillo. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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HILLS -- Catherine Cornwall Hills, 80, of Los Alamos and formerly a 50-year resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, December 9, 2004 in a Los Alamos nursing home. She was born July 6, 1924 in Boston, MA to the late George E. Cornwall and Doris Brown Cornwall. She was a graduate of the Cushing Academy and a homemaker. Mrs. Hills was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur E. Hills in 1979. Survivors include three daughters, Sydney Cook Smart and her husband, Richard, of Tucson, AZ, Susan Cornwall Brackin of Bedford, TX, and Louise Perry and her husband, Tommy Edward Montoya, of San Juan Pueblo, NM; five grandchildren, Michelle Smith, Jennifer Myers, Randall Short, David Short, and Benjamin Ricks; three great-grandchildren, Danielle Smith, Joshua Smith, and Matthew Smart; two brothers, Warner B. Cornwall of Peterborough, NH, and George E. Cornwall, Jr., of Ashburnham, MA. A memorial service will be held Thursday, December 16, at 10:30 am at Sombrillo Nursing Home in Los Alamos. Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery, Derry, NH. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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KING -- Robert Lee (Bob) King, 81, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2004. Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at the "Pit", University Arena's Bob King Court, University Blvd. and Avenida Ceasar Chavez SE, Bishop Scot Thurgood, officiating. Friends may visit Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., for viewing at the Pit. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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KUSNETZ -- Alberta Kusnetz, born on December 25, 1933, resident of Albuquerque since 1972 is remembered for her dedicated service as a registered nurse, strong heart and abundance of love for family and those fortunate to have shared her thoughts and endeavors. Alberta extended her professional RN credentials and contributed to the welfare of many in need. After graduating from the University of New Mexico she achieved a Masters and Counseling credentials, without any diminishment of being there for her children, Arthur, Ira, Ilyse and especially Susan. This memorable mother, wife, and friend shared in many adventures and affected the lives of all who came to know her. Encouraging her husband Norman and his career work in Brazil, and with their then seven-week-old son, she soon led the mothers of Rio de Janeiro in a cultural revolution-reclaiming their children from 'Empregadas' to join Alberta in wheeling their prams and strollers on the mosaic sidewalks of Copacabana, together in the robust pleasure of bonding mother and child. Her exciting and creative work in the art medium of clay and pottery has been shared with mutual respect and admiration by those who worked with her; and with special delight and memory by loving recipients of her work. Also sharing in this proclamation of love are her brothers Sol, and Myron with Mary V. and sisters, Mary G. and Evie; and so many dear nephews and nieces who have touched her heart. Alberta started a new adventure on December 9, 2004, leaving her friends and family with those memories necessary to carry on her wonderful dreams. Please send your dear ones something special this day to express a sign of appreciation and thanks for making your own dreams and adventures as memorable as ours are today; and if you can, donate to those organizations dedicated to cancer research and extension of quality of life. Services were held at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE, on December 13, 2004, at 1:00 p.m., B'nai Israel section. Arrangements by French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, 275-3500
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LANTZ -- Ronald F. Lantz, age 67, passed away on December 11, 2004 following a short, but tough battle with pancreatic cancer. Ron was born to Marie and Oscar Lantz on March 24, 1937 in Chicago, IL. After graduating from Lane Tech High School in Chicago, Ron attended Miami of Ohio for two years. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force as a Russian linguist. Following his discharge from the Air Force, Ron went on to graduate from University of Illinois, where he met his future wife, Fontaine. He was employed by United Airlines for 30 years. Ron and Fontaine moved from Mt. Prospect, IL to Belen, NM in 1996 to retire and pursue his passion for golf. Ron is survived by his wife of 40 years; Fontaine, two sons; James and Michael, their wives; Jolene and Kari, five grandchildren; Emma, Jade, Abigail, Samuel, and Maya; one brother; Thomas Mahoney, and many good friends, caring relatives and golfing buddies. Ron will always be remembered as the guy who always had a joke to tell and who could find a solution to any problem. He will be greatly missed and loved forever. Ron died in peace at his home in Belen, with his wife and two sons present. A memorial service in Chicago is planned for a later date. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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LAREDO -- Leon Laredo, age 61, passed away at his home, Saturday, December 11, 2004. He is survived by his wife Esther; daughter, Goretti Richardson and husband Tom; sons, Vincent Laredo and wife Maria and Michael Laredo; step-daughter, Rhonda Lopez; five grandchildren, Luke Reilly, Adam and Issac Laredo, Latisha Lopez and Shevanda Aragon; brother, Fred Laredo; two sisters, Sondra Baker and Carol M. Laredo; numerous aunts, uncles, other family members and friends who loved and will miss him dearly. A rosary and memorial service will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church, 4th and Mildred NW, on Tuesday, December 14, 2004 beginning at 10:00 am. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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LUJAN -- Rita Lujan, age 55, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was called home by our Heavenly Father, Wednesday, December 8, 2004. Rita was born in Las Vegas, NM to the late Adonias and Estella Lujan. She is survived by her children, Raul Lujan, and Michelle Smith; her grandchildren, Angelica, Aleczander, and Avery Lujan; siblings, Mary Lucero and husband Laurencio, Jose Lujan, Jane Chacon and husband Pete, June Burruss and husband Mark; numerous nieces, Nephews, and other beloved family members. Rita will be greatly missed by her loving family. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Funeral Services will be conducted Thursday at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW (505) 898-3160
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MARTINEZ -- Frances "Kika" Martinez. The family of Frances Martinez wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the clergy and members of Immaculate Conception Parish: The Rev. Edmundo Rodriguez, S.J., Pastor; Deacon George Sandoval; The Spanish Choir; and Mrs. Stella Miera, Lector, for their participation at the Rosary and Funeral Services of our beloved sister and auntie Frances. Our sincere gratitude to all casket bearers, honorary pallbearers, relatives, and friends who were so kind, supportive, and helpful during the loss of our loved one. We are also most appreciative to LeeRey Romero, Eddie Aragon, and Adrian Marquez for their beautiful hymn tributes during the Rosary. Their kind expressions of support which was offered by all participants, relatives, and friends will always be remembered. Services were in care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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MORA -- Manuel M. Mora. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all family and friends for their support and kind expressions of sympathy received during our time of loss. Thank you so much. Arrangements under the direction of: STRONG-THORNE MORTUARY 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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PRUITT -- Tammy Faye Pruitt, age 41, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2004. A lifetime resident of Albuquerque's South Valley and graduated from Rio Grande High School. She is survived by her husband, Robert Pruitt; parents, George and Berry Bierner; brother, Patrick Bierner; sister, Darla Arterburn and husband, Wayne; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. The funeral service will be held at Church of Our Savior, 2805 Don Felipe SW, on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 10:00 am. Burial will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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ROMERO -- Elisia M. Romero went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2004 after a long illness. The family wants to thank all of her friends and family for all of the prayers and support and also all of the nurses and doctors at Pres ICU and Regional Medical ICU. She is survived by many family members who loved her very much. We will miss her. She will be cremated and no services will be held at her request.
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SAIZ -- Frank B., Sr. Mr. Frank B. Saiz Sr., 77, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 12, 2004 with his loving family by his side. Mr. Saiz is the beloved husband to Mrs. Ruby Saiz, married for 55 years. Mr. Saiz is also survived by his loving children, Mary Ann Michel, David D. Saiz, Frank A. Saiz Jr. and wife, Theresa, Tanya R. Saiz and Joseph D. Hernandez, Sandra C. Saiz and Phillip R. Serna; one sister, Helen Samoni; daughter in law, Linda Saiz; eight grandchildren, Larry, Nicole, Julian, Rachelle, Krystal, Lindsay, Lauren and Laura; nine great grandchildren, Ginger, Pauline, Larry Jr., Jacob, Phillip, Natalie, Rachel, Alena and Frankee; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Saiz was a member of the Catholic Church, a Veteran of the U. S. Army serving in World War I I, a member of the Post #13, D.A.V. Chapter #3, a former Commander of Post #72 and V.F.W. Post 6216, former Board Member of E.O.B. Headstart and retired from the Family Health Center and the Job Corp. He also worked as a crossing guard. A visitaiton for Mr. Saiz will be Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover Avenue SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gabriella Nieto. A final visitation will be Wednesday morning from 11;00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. by Monsignor Antonio Gonzales. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. with Military Honors. Pallbearers will be Frank A. Saiz Jr., Joseph D. Hernandez, Phillip R. Serna, Julian Valverde, Ronnie Romero, and Rudy Garcia. Honorary pallbearers will be Donald Garcia and all Frank's great- grandchildren. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
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SANCHEZ -- Hilario (Larry) Sanchez, 79, of Albuquerque, died Friday, December 10, 2004. He was born on January 17, 1925. Three daughters, all of Albuquerque, survive him; Victoria Eichenberg, Juanita Sanchez, and Judy Pholotchski as well as a son-in-law, Mike Eichenberg; and grandson, Gary Eichenberg; and many relatives and friends. Captured by the Germans in 1944, he was a proud WWII U.S. Army veteran, POW, and highly decorated soldier. An exceptional mechanic, he had over 20 years of service with Sun Motors. Upon retiring, he relocated to Salt Lake City, Utah. He met and fell in love with Mable Lucero where they lived happily with a Chihuahua dog named "Lupe" (outside of Larry's company, a non-stop barker). Mable preceded Mr. Sanchez in death. After Mable's passing, Larry moved back to Albuquerque, living with his daughter, Victoria. Goodbye father, grandfather, father-in-law and honorable soldier. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 am on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church located at 811 Guaymas Place NE (near Lomas and Pennsylvania). A Mass will immediately follow. Internment at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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SEBASTIAN -- Caesar (C.R.). After 97 years of a remarkable and fulfilling life, Caesar (C.R.) Sebastian, cherished father of Ann, has joined his beloved wife, Louise, who pre-deceased him in 1993. He passed away on December 12, 2004, of age-related causes. Born December 27, 1906 in Trinidad, Colorado, Mr. Sebastian was the fourth child in a family of 13. His parents, Virginia Ciccone and Charles Sebastian immigrated from Italy in the 1890s and settled on a large farm east of Trinidad. Later, when the family moved to Raton, Caesar attended and graduated from Raton High School as Valedictorian of his class, and went on to receive a Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of Colorado, Boulder. While there he was a member and President of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity, a member of the Colorado Marching Band and Phi Beta Kappa. While in Boulder, he was also a member of the Colorado National Guard. In 1931, he moved to Santa Fe where he worked as the Assistant State Comptroller. He met and married Louise Josephine Gross, a Missouri native who was visiting Santa Fe, in 1934, and they had one daughter, born 1937. Subsequently, Sebastian was appointed State Comptroller by then-Governor John E. Miles, beginning what was to be a long and distinguished career with the State of New Mexico in several different capacities and at the behest of Governors Miles, Dempsey, Campbell, Mabry and King, among others. He was a 63-year member of Lions Clubs International where he served as president and treasurer, as well as longtime involvements with Toastmasters Club, the National Society of Public Accountants, where he served as President, and the National Association of Auditors, Comptrollers and Treasurers as First Vice President. A C.P.A., Caesar established a private accounting firm that thrived in both Santa Fe and Albuquerque for many years, finally closing in 2004. His lifelong love of gardening, his many friendships, and his fiercely independent spirit sustained him to the end. Survived by daughter Ann, Santa Rosa CA; sister Helen Edwards, Raton; brothers Julius V. and Marion T. and sisters-in-law Margaret (Victor) and Cleo (Marion) all of Santa Fe; nieces Terri Sebastian, Socorro, Frieda Sebastian, Santa Fe, Beverly Pecotte (Richard), Farmington NM; Kathy Yob, Glendale CA; nephews Anthony Cafarelli (Margaret), Mesa AZ; Michael Sebastian (Sally), Bainbridge Island WA; Charles Sebastian (Linda), Newport Beach CA; James and Harry Yob, Glendale CA; Mark Edwards (Sue), Carlsbad, and numerous grand-nieces and -nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lions Eye Foundation, the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, or an organization of your choice. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SINKS -- MITCH SINKS December 14, 1943 - August 5, 1999 In Loving Memory
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WIEGEL -- Brian Keith Jurgensen Wiegel, age 15, a resident of Rio Rancho, died suddenly on Sunday, December 5, 2004. Brian was born in Belen, NM on March 7, 1989. He attended Rio Rancho public schools and most recently Victory Christian School in Albuquerque. Brian loved reading, writing poetry, exotic animals, and traveling the Southwest with his grandparents to craft shows. He donated his time to various community organizations. He participated in various Christian youth groups. Everyone knew Brian! Above all, he knew Jesus Christ as his Savior and is now at peace with his Heavenly Father. Brian is preceded in death, in 2002, by his father, Keith E. Jurgensen. He is survived by his mother, Sheri Wiegel; sister, Stephanie; half brother, Tanner; paternal grandparents, Rick and Karen Jurgensen of Belen; maternal grandparents, Roger and Betty Wiegel of Belen; two uncles, Don Jurgensen and his girlfriend, Traci of Orange City, CA, and Michael Jurgensen of Albuquerque; paternal great-grandmother, Bette Jurgensen of Albuquerque; and many loving great aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Brian is loved and will be missed. Services have already taken place. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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