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AGUILAR -- Theodore "Ted" Aguilar, 71, a resident of Grants, NM, died on December 28, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine M. Aguilar of Grants, NM; daughter, Karla M. Aguilar of Albuquerque, NM; brothers and sisters, Lucie Martinez and husband, J.B. of Taos, NM, Emma Lucero and husband, Abad of Albuquerque, NM, Leroy Aguilar of Taos, NM, Lillian Aguilar of Albuquerque, NM and Manuel Aguilar and wife, Isabel of Taos, NM; brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, Danny E Montoya of Albuquerque, NM, Robert O. Montoya and wife, Teri of Bosque Farms, NM, Amos Montoya and wife, Marilyn of Albuquerque, NM, Pamela Chambers and husband, Clarence Carrillo of Albuquerque, NM, Isaac Montoya and wife, Helen of Taos, NM, David Montoya and wife, Kathy of Albuquerque, NM, Victor Montoya and wife, Lezlie of Los Lunas, NM and Benjamin Montoya of Albuquerque, NM. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Ted is preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Roberta Aguilar. He was born & raised in Taos. After graduation from Taos High School, he served in the Army. Ted retired in 1998 from the City of Grants after 30 years of employment. He and his wife Lorraine "Lora," the love of his life, shared 41 years together. He was a devoted and loving father to his precious daughter, Karla. He liked to travel, fish, and keep up with current events. Prayer service will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel. Funeral service will be held on Friday at 10:00 a.m. also at French Mortuary with Sister Norma Gutierrez, officiating. Burial will take place on Monday, January 3, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary - Westside Chapel on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until time of prayer service. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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ANDERSON -- Laurence William "Larry" Anderson 1959-2004 Larry Anderson, 45, of Amarillo, Texas passed away Thursday, December 23, 2004. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2004 at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church located on the corner of Lomas and Tennessee. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park located at 924 Menaul Boulevard NE. Mr. Anderson was born July 4, 1959 in Albuquerque to W.A. "Bill" & Judy Anderson. He graduated from St. Puis X High School and the University of New Mexico. Larry moved to Amarillo 13 years ago and worked as Manager of Discount Tire Co. Larry is truly loved and will be dearly missed. Survivors include his wife of 24 years, Lisa; son, Lee of Amarillo; daughter, Ashley of Amarillo; his parents of Albuquerque; brothers, Steve Anderson and wife Jennifer and David Anderson and wife Tracylee all of Albuquerque; and countless aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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AUBERT -- Arthur Salvador Aubert 1982 - 2004 Arthur Aubert was an honor student at LeTourneau University. He went to be with the Lord on December 21, 2004 following a vehicle related accident. Arthur knew the Lord as Savior and it was seen in his life as He lived to Honor the Lord. We will all remember Arthur as a compassionate, kind and loving person. Arthur is survived by his parents, Hector Salvador Aubert and Mary Esther Aubert, who reside in Guadalajara, Mexico; brother, Hector and wife Grace; sister, Christine; grandparents, Rev. Robert and Gloria Brown; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday the 30th of December at 2:00 p.m. at Albuquerque Bible Church, 320 Montano Rd. N.W. (Montano and 4th St. N.W.)
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BACHECHI -- Mary Claire Bachechi, 53, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, December 27, 2004. She is survived by her brothers, Patrick Bachechi and wife, Donna, and Victor Bachechi and wife Sue, all of Albuquerque; nieces, Brenda, Ann, Carla, and Kimberly, Molly, Marie, Liz, and Karrie; nephew, Charlie; aunts, Rita Curran and husband, John, Teresa Sei and husband, Amerigo, and Regina Moran and husband, Tom; uncle, John Guest and wife, Sophie; and sister-in-law, Susan Bachechi. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary O. Bachechi, father, Carlo Bachechi, and brother, Charles Bachechi. Cremation has taken place and a memorial Rosary will be recited Thursday, December 30, 2004, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, December 31, 2004, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, Claremont and Vermont NE, with Fr. Ronald Bruckner and Deacon Vic Bachechi assisting. Interment of cremated remains will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Amerigo Sei, John Curran, John Guest, Mark and Regina Rupert, Patsy Glarum, Lucy Montoya, Charles and Synthia Lin, and Richard Hoehne. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of NM, 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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BERENDZEN -- Harry Benjamin Berendzen passed away on December 26, 2004. He was born February 14, 1929, in Mary's Home, MO to George and Olivia Berendzen. He attended St. John's Minor Seminary in Kansas City, MO and studied theology and philosophy at Kenrick Seminary in St. Louis. He was ordained a Catholic priest on March 17, 1956. He ministered in various parishes in Kansas City for 14 years. He was also executive secretary for ecumenical affairs for the diocese, a religion teacher, high school counselor, and chaplain at the VA hospital. He was loved and respected by those he served. In 1970 he resigned from the priesthood and began working in the education department of the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington, DC. He moved to Albuquerque in 1971. He began his own consulting business in which he continued working with Native American bilingual education programs in New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, and Alaska. He was an excellent photographer and loved gardening, nature, and being with his family. His gentle spirit and generous smile will be missed. He is survived by Margaret, his wife of 34 years, their son Peter and his wife Jenna of Minneapolis and their daughter Dr. Susan Berendzen and her husband Dr. Cody Deen of Albuquerque, as well as his brother Bob and his wife Clarann of St. Louis, his sister Mary of Mary's Home, his sister Susan and her husband Gene Atkinson of Jefferson City, MO and many nieces and nephews and friends. The family wishes to thank the compassionate caregivers at CareFree Living and Presbyterian Hospice. Donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at French Mortuary 10500 Lomas NE on Thursday, December 30 at 3 pm.
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BILLINGS -- Anna Elsina Billings, 82, of Moriarty, New Mexico, passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2004, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born to Marion and Abbie Clason on February 21, 1922 in Beaver City, Nebraska. She married Terry Billings on June 5, 1990 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Anna is survived by her sons, Marion Martin of Anaconda, Montana, Beryl Martin of Moriarty, New Mexico, and Rawlen Martin of Fredericksburg, Virginia; daughters, Lillian Mayhill of Tucumcari, New Mexico, Annabelle Compary of Alamogordo, New Mexico, and Carmen Anne Portwood-Imergoot of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; sister, Eileen Baughman of Albuquerque, New Mexico; 17 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren, and 19 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Terry Billings; daughter, Pearl Janice Tunnell; her parents, Marion and Abbie Clason; a granddaughter, Ida Elsina Adams; great-grandson, Michael Wright; and her husband, John H. Martin. Anna will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and best friend and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. There will be a viewing on Friday, December 31, 2004 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, New Mexico. A funeral service will be held on Friday, December 31, 2004 at 1:30 pm at the First Baptist Church in Moriarty, New Mexico. Pastor James Thompson will be officiating. Interment will follow at the Mountain View Cemetery in Moriarty, New Mexico. There will be a reception following the burial at the First Baptist Church in Moriarty, New Mexico. Arrangements entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary, in Moriarty, NM. 832-6130
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BRYANT -- Lois M. Bryant, age 81, a resident of Albuquerque for 62 years, passed away after a sudden illness on Friday, December 24, 2004. Mrs. Bryant is survived by her children, David and Susan; sister, Nancy Becker; grandsons, Larry Higbee & Dameon Stanovck; great-granddaughter, Savannah Higbee; and many cherished lifelong friends. Lois was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois and came to Albuquerque with her family in 1942 when it was suggested to her father to come west to help treat his tuberculosis. She met and fell in love with a soldier named Mac at the USO on Kirtland Air Force Base. They married and raised a family. She worked for Albuquerque National Bank for 35 years, taking only the time off that was appropriate to give birth to her children. She loved the next twenty years she spent at Kistler-Collister, all the while serving Presbyterian Hospital at the information desk accruing over 10,000 volunteer hours over 33 years. Mrs. Bryant is preceded in death by her husband G.M. "Mac" Bryant, daughter Patty Harkins, son Tracy Bryant, and infant son William Bryant. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, December 30, 2004 at 1:00 pm at Sombre Del Monte Christian Church, 2528 Utah NE, (Menaul & Wyoming area)with Chaplin Bill Dorman & Rev. Stan Hamamoto officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Memorial Contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice Foundation or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of: STRONG-THORNE MORTUARY 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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CORDOVA -- Benjamin Mora Cordova, 89, passed away on Christmas night. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Frances and grandson, Tomas. Ben is survived by his longtime companion, Dora Velasco and her six children, Isabel Martinez, Sylvia Velasco, Dora Patricia Candelaria, Belinda Mora, Corinne Sanchez, and David Velasco. Ben was a retiree of Sandia National Laboratories and a World War II Veteran. Ben and Frances had ten children; Benjamin Cordova, Jr. and friend, Victor Lopez of Albuquerque, children, Michael, Leon and Rachel, Isabel Cordova of Peralta, children, Bill and Ramon, Marty Hawkins and husband, Daniel of Victorville, CA, children, Dan, Jacob, Zachary and Melissa, Dyanne Klepper and husband, Mike of San Diego, CA, Ray Anthony Cordova and friend, Patterson Platero of Albuquerque, Joseph Cordova and friend, Janet Cordova of Albuquerque, children, Joseph Jr., Michelle and Jonathan, Aurelia "Jane" Cordova-Crews and husband, Dale of Albuquerque, child, Justin Pierce, Tommy Cordova and wife, Loretta of Albuquerque, children, Celina and Santiago, Stanley Cordova and wife, Lee of Albuquerque, Johnny Cordova and wife, Yvonne of Albuquerque, child, John Jr. Ben is also survived by 18 great-grandchildren; sister, Patsy Nelson of Albuquerque; brother, Joe Cordova and wife, Priscilla of Mariposa, CA. Ben was a wonderful father, grandfather and great grandfather. He will be forever in our thoughts. Cremation has taken place and a memorial Rosary will be recited Wednesday, December 29, 2004 7:00 p.m., at San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway Blvd. SE. Memorial mass will be celebrated Thursday, December 30, 2004, 10:00 a.m., at San Jose Catholic Church. Private interment of cremated remains will take place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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FLORES-GONZALES -- Irma Flores-Gonzales, age 62, an educational consultant and political activist, died Christmas Eve at UNM Hospital, following a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her daughter, Angela Fischman. Ms. Gonzales was a friend to Cesar Chavez and advisor to presidents, and was a leader in fighting for Hispanic rights. Her crowning achievements include co-writing NAFTA and establishing the first bilingual college. She also was associated with the W. K. Kellogg Foundation, Mosaica, The Center for Community Change and the National Council of La Raza. Memorial services will be held Thursday, December 30, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GALLEGOS -- Robert A. The family of Mr. Robert A. Gallegos wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and support during this difficult time in their lives. Special thanks are extended to the Staff at the Heart Hospital of New Mexico, Albuquerque Regional Medical Center, to Dr. Clark Haskins for the care and support given to Robert and his family; a BIG THANK YOU to Elsie, Randy, and Julia for all your love and support; and again to Elsie and his loving niece Dee Dee for trying to make Robert feel better by preparing his special meals the last two weeks; to all the casket bearers; to Fr. James Marshall and St. Thomas Aquinas Church; and to those whom sent floral tributes, cards and food. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Funeral services were entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW 898-3160
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GARCIA -- Edwina G. Garcia, age 81, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, and sister was called home by our Heavenly Father, Monday, December 27, 2004. She was a resident of Alameda; and a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom V. Garcia; her parents, Leopoldo and Susanita; and several brothers and sisters. Edwina is survived by her loving children, Tom G. Garcia and wife Loretta, and Betty A. Garcia; four precious grandchildren, Felicia, J.T., Renee, and Edwina Nicole; and a great-grandson, Justin. Also surviving are a brother, Nick Garcia; sisters, Rosella Garcia and Frances Sanchez; nieces, nephews, and other beloved family members and friends. Edwina will be greatly missed by her loving family and by all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be Thursday from 6:00 p.m. till time of Rosary at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church; where the Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final viewing will be Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Funeral services will be conducted Friday at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tom Gutierrez, Ray Arriola, Damacio Ulibarri, Jorge A. Larios, Chris Hendren, and Andrew Mora. Honorary bearers will be J.T. Garcia and Tony Baca. In Lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Research & Treatment Center University of New Mexico, 900 Camino De Salud NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street, NW 898-3160
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GOMEZ -- Robert IN LOVING MEMORY OF ROBERT (Largo) GOMEZ December 28, 1923 - May 24, 2004 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DAD! Dad, we all miss you so much! And we will never forget you. LOVE FROM ALL THE FAMILY Christmas and the holidays will never be the same without you. We miss you more than words can say. LOVE, Dee-Dee and Becky BOBBY, I LOVE YOU ALWAYS! I MISS YOU SO MUCH! ALL MY LOVE, CONNIE!
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GURULE -- Irene . Mrs. Irene Gurule, 68, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 25, 2004 peacefully at home in the arms of her loving family. Mrs. Gurule is the beloved wife to Mr. Henry Gurule, married for 48 years. Mrs. Gurule is also survived by her son, John Gurule; her daughter, Riette Gurule-Jenkins and husband, Bill; grandsons, Brandon and Bayley Gurule, Ryan, Christian and Conner Jenkins; two sisters, Laura Lucero, Mary McBride and husband, James; two brothers, Bobby Garcia and wife, Bertha, Martin Padilla and wife, Sophie; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mrs. Gurule was a member of the Catholic Church, Irene and Henry were married in 1957 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A visitation for Mrs. Gurule will be Wednesday 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 Deacon Tom Perez. A final visitation will be Thursday morning at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00. with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father James Moore. Pallbearers will be Ted Lucero, Bobby Lucero, Bobby Garcia Jr., Aaron Dirickson, Larry Gurule, and Reyes Gurule. Honorary pallbearers will be Domingo Griego and Jimmy McBride. Burial will follow in the Makawao Veteran Cemetery in Maui where she will be close to her daughter and grandchildren. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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HAYNES -- LUCILLE "SUE" HAYNES November 19, 1924 To December 15, 2004 Arrangements in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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KIMBERLY -- Harold L. Kimberly, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, December 27, 2004 at the VA Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Jean M. Kimberly; children, Michael Kimberly and wife, Barbara, Anthony Kimberly, Claudette Kimberly, John Lake and wife Trish, Susan Whitten and husband, Tom and Julie Ackermann and husband, Jim; six grandchildren including Jason; three great grandchildren; sister, Norma Anderson and several nieces, nephews and family. Mr. Kimberly served in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was a sheet metal worker for 42 years and a member of Sheet Metal Workers Union Local # 49. Mr. Kimberly was a 10-year surviving liver transplant patient. Harold thoroughly enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing and his dogs, Sarah and Spuds. Services will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2004, 7:00 pm at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Pastor Steve McElroy, officiating. Interment will be Thursday, December 30, 2004, 9:30 am, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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LANGE -- KATHY M. LANGE Age 56, passed away December 18, 2004. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m., today, December 29, 2004, at Rosario Chapel located on the grounds of Rosario Cemetery on North Guadalupe. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kathy's name to The Salvation Army or Animal Humane Society. McGee Memorial Chapel Mortuary 1320 Luisa Street Santa Fe, New Mexico 983-9151
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LEWIS -- Delbert D. Lewis died at St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe, New Mexico on Sunday, December 26, 2004 at the age of 80. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy Welby Lewis and father of Thomas D. Lewis and wife Catherine of Vienna, VA, Delbert D. Lewis Jr. and wife Karen of San Antonio, Texas, and Lenee Pitts and husband Gerald of Emmett, Idaho. Mr. Lewis was born in Waco, Texas on June 16, 1924. He served his country in the Army Air Corps and the U.S. Air Force for over twenty years and retired as a Lt. Colonel. He served his country during the course of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. In his retirement, he was a commercial airline pilot and private pilot. He earned a Bachelors degree in Public Administration from the University of Arizona 1974. As a resident of Santa Fe for thirty years, he was a nursing home administrator and owned Granada de Santa Fe nursing facility. He was also was a partner in Laundromats de Santa Fe. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy M. Lewis. He survived by his brother Bobby Lewis and wife Alice of Del Rio, Texas and his sister, Suzanne Hanson of Russellville, Arkansas. His surviving grandchildren are Thomas Jr., Christine, Danika, Timian (1LT, USMC), Rebecca, Courtney, Erin and three great grandchildren, Jordan, Darian, and Jenna. He is also survived by his wife's children, Jane Despain and husband Darwin, John Welby and wife Vikki, James Welby and wife Michelle, Maryellen Mitschelen and husband Shawn, Daniel Welby and wife Kellie. He was a past commander of the Military Officer Association of America Santa Fe Chapter and the Military Order of the World Wars Santa Fe Chapter. He established the Sunbelt Patriotic Youth Leadership Conference, Inc. in 1998, an achievement of which he was most proud. Visitation will begin on Wednesday, December 29, 2004, 12:30 p.m. where services will take place at 1:30 p.m., at Berardinelli Funeral Home, 1399 Luisa St., Santa Fe. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Vincent Hospital Foundation, 455 St. Michaels Drive, Santa Fe, 87504, or to the Sunbelt PYLC, 1209 Placita Loma, Santa Fe, 87501. He was truly a grand man, a loving husband and father, and an aviator extraordinaire! Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 983-4331
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MARTIN -- Leonard H. Martin, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since the 1950s, passed away on Monday, December 27, 2004. He is survived by his brother, Robert W. Martin; nephew, Robert Allan Martin and family; niece, Linda Hawkins and family, all of West Union, WV; longtime friends, Eliza Whitlow, Clorinda Andrade, Pat Cordova and Jack McComas and family, all of Albuquerque. Leonard was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Martin. He was an avid reader. Services will be held on Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel on Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MORRIS -- James Morris, 81, passed away on December 25, 2004. Mr. Morris was born on March 11, 1923 in El Paso, TX, and a lifetime resident of New Mexico. He was an elder in the Presbyterian church for over fifty years, and recently, a member of the Sandia Presbyterian Church. Jim had been a Mason and a member of several community service organizations during his lifetime. He is survived by his wife, Edna Morris; and three children, Jim Morris and wife, Penny, Jerry Morris and wife, Virga, and Debbie Rachal and husband, Doug; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 30 at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hatch Church of God, in care of Reverend Jim Woods. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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NEUSSENDORFER -- HAROLD PETER NEUSSENDORFER August 30, 1931 To December 23, 2004 ARRANGEMENTS IN THE CARE OF RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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ORTEGA -- Jesus M. (Marion) Ortega, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness on December 27, 2004. He was eighty years old. Marion was born in Myton, Utah on October 20, 1924, to Pablo Ortega and Cleotilde Manzanares. He was preceded in death by his son Filbert F. Ortega; and his grandson Abel M. Ortega, Jr. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ruby Ortega; daughters, Cleo Davis and husband Russ, Cathy (Sassy) Chavez and husband Greg; sons, Abel Ortega and wife Gloria, Michael Ortega and wife Cheryl, Eloy Ortega and wife Sadie; adopted son, Lawrence Ortega; and Chuck Thomas and wife Mabel; his 14 loving grandchildren, Teresa Lopez and husband John, Tony Ortega, Joseph Ortega and wife Sandy, David Davis and wife Misty, Cynthia Davis, Filbert and Al Chavez, Michael M. Ortega Jr. and Kyle Ortega, Eloy J. Ortega and Estevan Ortega, Charles R. Thomas Jr., Shane Thomas, and Matthew Thomas; great-grandchildren, Eddie, Chris, and Miranda Lopez, Gabriella and Abel Ortega, Andrew Davis, Josiah Davis, Gregorio Chavez, Delilah Chavez, Alyssa Ortega, Shane C. Thomas Jr., and Eric Thomas; brother-in-law, Frank Mora and wife Rosie; special nieces, Helen Atwood, Wanda Harris, Joann Lujan, and Loretta Roybal; brothers, Apolinar Ortega, Clarence Ortega, Claude Ortega and wife Darlene; sisters, Shirley Bench and Veronica Ortega. Marion was a World War II Veteran. After he was discharged from the service on February 27, 1945, he attended Camp Luna Vocational School in Las Vegas, NM and received a degree in Auto Mechanics. He went on to work for McCurdy Gas Service and Doxol Gas Service in Las Vegas, NM; and later transferred to Socorro to serve as Plant Manager for Doxol. In 1973, Marion founded Ortega's Propane Service in Albuquerque, NM and managed it until his retirement in 1988. The business continues to run successfully today under the management of his family. He was a Past Commander of the American Legion Post #12 in Las Vegas, NM; and also was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars there. His favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing, watching football, and family gatherings. Marion will be remembered by his many loving family members for his strength, his guidance, his strong work ethic, and most of all, for having a great sense of humor in spite of his illness. He set an example for us all that will live on forever. Our family would like to extend a very special thank you to the Lovelace Hospice Nursing Staff for all their help and compassion during our family's time of need. Visitations will be this evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church; where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final viewing will be Thursday morning from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Casket bearers will be Charles R. Thomas, Tony Ortega, Filbert Chavez, Eloy J. Ortega, Michael M. Ortega Jr., and Steve Serna. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW 898-3160
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OSTLIE -- Robert Carl "Bob" Ostlie, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Monday, December 27, 2004. He is survived by his brother, Jim Ostlie; three daughters - Cindy Buhrle, Shery Truitt, Kathy Verderame; one son, Randy Ostlie; and four grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at Cross of Hope Lutheran Church, 6104 Taylor Ranch Rd NW (at Montano). Reception to follow at Truitt's house. Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
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PECORE -- Allie Marie IN MEMORY OF MY BEAUTIFUL MOTHER Allie Marie Pecore December 29, 1916 September 15, 1998 All day, all night Harry, and Proposed his love to Mary Ann Even little children heard Harry, and Propose to wed his Mary Ann. . . From her loving family and many friends. . . Mary Ann, David, Tamara, Trisha, Tara, Linda, Mary
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RIBAL -- Maria Dolores Ribal went home to be with the Lord at the age of 93 on December 27, 2004. She was born on December 20, 1911. She is preceded in death by her mother. Maria is survived by her daughters, Angie Chavez, Marcela Parras, Theresa Bajarano, Rita Mason; son, Jesse Chavez. She has 19 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. She was a very loving caring person. Whatever she could do, she would do. Her hands were always extended to everyone. She was a precious treasure that God loaned to us and will be greatly Missed. Her pride and joy was to play with her great-grandchildren, Zachary, Maleah, Amaya, Markie, and little Zion. She loved to tell them stories. Maria loved to read her Bible and drink her coffee. In the bible she would read John 14: 1-6 where Jesus had many Mansions in Heaven. She talked about going home to be with her Mother. We all knew her by Grand Lola. We love you Grandma Lola and we will surely miss you. Funeral Service will be on Thursday, December 30, 2004, at 1:00 p.m. In the Chapel of Legacy Church, 7201 Central Ave. Burial to follow to Fairview Memorial Park. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
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SCHOCIE -- GERALD SCHOCIE December 6, 1934 To December 27, 2004 ARRANGEMENTS IN THE CARE OF RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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SISNEROS -- Alice B. Sisneros, 87, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2004 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Taos, New Mexico on March 29, 1917. Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Santiago Sisneros and by her firstborn daughter, Leonore Sanchez. She is survived by daughter, Jennie Velarde-Sieff and husband Jim of Palmdale, CA; son, Joe T. Sisneros and partner Jerald M. Parr of Redondo Beach, CA; sons, Jim Sisneros, and Phil Sisneros and wife Debbie of Albuquerque. She is also survived by grandsons, Johnnie and Alfonso Romero of CA; Jake Sanchez of CA; Antonio Sanchez of Magdalena, NM; Patrick and David Sisneros of Albuquerque; and granddaughter, Alice Bach of CA. Alice is also survived by ten great-grandchildren. She retired from her job as a weapons technician at Los Alamos National Laboratory and resided in Albuquerque for the past 10 years; the last few years spent with Laurel Heights Healthcare resident center. Alice was known by family, friends, and strangers for her outspoken-ness and commensurate generosity. It was very common to hear "When I get older, I want to be just like Alice!" from anyone who came in contact with her. Besides serving as a mother and grandmother, Alice was a tough critic, but a good friend. She may have told you things about yourself you didn't want to hear, but she always had a compassionate and sympathetic ear. A simple service will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2004, 2:30 p.m., at Laurel Heights Healthcare, 103 Hospital Loop NE in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, the Family requests you hug a friend or help a stranger. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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SLEIGHT -- Theresa Alice Foley Sleight, 79, died on Monday, December 27, 2004 in Albuquerque. A Memorial Service will take place today, Wednesday, December 28, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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