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BROWN -- Gerald Jeremiah Brown, 82, a resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully Monday, December 29, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Margaret Acton Brown of Albuquerque; daughter, Ellen Klinefelter of Rawlins, WY; sons, James Martin Brown of Suffolk, VA and Col. Thomas Acton Brown of Heidelburg, Germany; daughter, Megan Stevens of Alexandria, VA; brothers, Bernard Brown of Mountainaire, NM and Charles Brown of El Segundo, CA; and nephew, John Bergkvist of Albuquerque. Jerry was in the US Air Force for 30 years, retiring in 1970. Cremation has taken place and ennichement will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE at a later date. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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CHAVEZ -- Teddy Chavez, born in Albuquerque, NM on December 31, 1924, passed away on December 27, 2003, also in Albuquerque. He is survived by his loving wife of over 56 years, Lucinda; his son Larry R. Chavez and wife, Oralia; daughters Diana Irene Becker and husband, John, and Alice B. Simms and husband, John; grandchildren Lori Ann Chavez-Sparks, Deanna Chavez-Sager, Rose Marie Chavez, Shawn, Carley & Jenny Becker and John Brian and Jeffrey Simms; great-grandchildren Amber Sparks, Jessie Keays, and Justin, Zachary, Jarrad and Alora Sager; sisters Angie Bringus and Lucy Tafoya; brother Leo Chavez; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose G. and Sylvestra Chavez, his sister Stella Chavez and two brothers who died in childhood, Richard and Leo. Ted grew up in Belen, NM where he worked in his father's general store until he enlisted in the Army at the start of World War II. He landed on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day and fought throughout Europe and North Africa until the war's end. After the war he worked at Sandia National Labs where, as a skilled and valuable craftsman, he proudly contributed to many of the important projects at the Lab until his retirement in 1984. Ted loved to travel with Lucy and work in his yard and on his house. He was a meticulous craftsman and incredibly well organized. He took great pride in making useful things out of leftover materials and fixing anything that broke. His family would like to thank Dr. Paul E. Pierce for his kind patience and compassion; the doctors and staff at New Mexico Hematology and Oncology, especially Sylvia, Christine and Bernadette; the staff of Presbyterian Homecare and Hospice, especially, Laura Knight and Deacon Al McLane of The Shrine of St. Bernadette. Visitation will be on Thursday, January 1, 2004 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas NE, from 5:00 until the recitation of the Rosary begins at 7:00 PM. Funeral mass will be at 9:00 AM on Friday, January 2, 2003, at The Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Interment will follow at the National Veterans' Cemetery in Santa Fe. Pallbearers will be John Brian Simms, Jeffrey Simms, Richard Sager, Larry Keays, Shawn Becker and Justin Sager. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu January 01, 2004

CLARK -- Ramona "Rae" Sachs Clark. The family of Rae Sachs Clark, who passed away on December 27, 2003, wishes to apologize for an oversight in the previous announcement stating her survivors. Rae was also survived by a loving brother, Ben Sachs and his wife, Erminda; their daughter, Lucinda and her husband, Lewis Real. We wish to thank everyone who so unselfishly gave of their time, talents and food. The Lord has truly blessed us with the ministry at Crossroads Calvary Chapel, Wellesley Home Care, Sunrise Funeral Options, family and friends.
        Published on: Thu January 01, 2004

GENSINGER -- George "Panama" Gensinger, 46, died on December 29, 2003 in Albuquerque. He was born in Tucson, AZ to George and Carol Stachelski Gensinger, who preceded him in death. He was a graduate of Highland H.S. and was a fan of Rock 'n Roll. He is survived by brothers, John Gensinger, Larry Gensinger and wife, Darla, Christopher Gensinger, and Kevin Gensinger and wife, Cheryl, and nieces, Andrea and Cheyanne Gensinger. Memorial Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 5, 2004 at Chapel of Sunrise with inurnment in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Thu January 01, 2004

GERDEMAN -- Glenda D. Gerdeman, age 77, of Las Vegas, NM died Sunday, December 28, 2003 at Northeastern Regional Hospital in Las Vegas, NM. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Las Vegas, Las Vegas Hospital Ladies Auxiliary, Chapter AC P.E.O and from 1974 to 1981 she was executive secretary of the Viles Foundation Board, which awards grants to deserving young people in Northern New Mexico. Besides her husband of 55 years, Dale B. Gerdeman of Las Vegas, NM; two daughters, Diane Peters and her husband, Jeff of Chandler, AZ and Ellen Klein and her husband, Lonnie of Las Cruces, NM; two sisters, Shirley Willis and her husband, Rudolph of Truro, IA and Sandra Thompson and her husband, Barry of West, TX; two grandchildren, Scott Silva and his wife, Kelly of Scottsdale, AZ and Kara Ashcraft and her husband, Matt of Gilbert, AZ; and one great-granddaughter, Brooke Emily Ashcraft of Gilbert, AZ. A Memorial Service will be conducted by Rev. Michelle Vetters at the First Presbyterian Church in Las Vegas, NM on Friday, January 2, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. The family requests that donations in her memory be made to the Las Cruces Symphony Educational Outreach Fund. This Fund provides free music programs for over 19,000 children in New Mexico each year. Please mail to the Las Cruces Symphony Association, P. O. Box 1622, Las Cruces, NM 88004, and indicate "In Memory of Glenda D. Gerdeman." Arrangements are under the direction of Billy G. Rogers at Gonzales Funerals & Cremations, 2315 Hot Springs Blvd., Las Vegas, NM 425-9319, 1-888-525-9319.
        Published on: Thu January 01, 2004

GONZALES -- Cecilia L. Gonzales, 85, went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2003. She was born on November 28, 1918 in Placitas, New Mexico. Mrs. Gonzales had a very out going personality and had a great love for her family. She is survived by her brother, Juan Gonzales; sister, Lucara Moya; her nephew that she raised, Arthur Ortiz and nephew, Martin Gonzales. Funeral Services will be held on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
        Published on: Thu January 01, 2004

GONZALES -- Rafaela Gonzales, 77, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, December 31, 2003. She is survived by her daughters, Irma Gonzales of Albuquerque and Lupe Contreras and husband Dennis of Concord, CA; sons, Daniel Gonzales, Andrew Gonzales, Robert Gonzales and wife Yvonne, Ralph Gonzales and wife Cindy, Rubin Gonzales, and Rick Gonzales and wife Denise, all of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister; and numerous brothers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Gonzales; and son, Ray Gonzales. Rafaela was a loving mother, had a big heart, and always spoke good of everyone. Rosary will be recited Friday, January 2, 2004, 5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel with Deacon Terry Palmer reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, January 3, 2004, 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette with Father Tom Zotter, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menual NE. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu January 01, 2004

HIXENBAUGH -- Russ IN LOVING MEMORY OF Russ Hixenbaugh September 17, 1954-January 1, 1980 Son, Thinking of you. Miss and love you very much Mom
        Published on: Thu January 01, 2004

HORNE -- Helen Alice Horne was born in Gibson County, Indiana on October 29, 1913. She passed away on December 28, 2004 at the Medical Center in Muleshoe, TX. She had been living in the Farwell Convalescent Center in Farwell, TX for the last seven years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lemual and Floy Waters; her infant sister, Birdie Lucille; her daughter, Carolyn Riddle; her son, Tom Beckwith; and stepdaughter, Doris Hazlett. Helen is survived by her brother, Walter Waters; and sister, Martha Moore both of Mt. Vernon, IN; and her sister, Mary Strum of Morganfield, Ky; her son, Jim Beckwith and wife, Geraldine of Winters, TX; son, Steve Breeze and wife, Claudia of Edgewood, NM; stepdaughter, Mary Lou Feeney of Jonesville, MT; and stepdaughter, Jeanine Breeze of Evansville, IN also survive her. She also leaves 13 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. She also leaves many friends and acquaintances in Indiana, NM and Texas. Funeral Services will be held at First Spanish Fruit Ave. Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 2, 2003. Reverend Keith Riddle will conduct the service.
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HUGGINS -- Grace Barnes Welch Huggins of Las Cruces, beloved by her extended family and many friends, died peacefully on December 23, 2003. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Connie Jean Welch Finley of Las Cruces, on December 18, 2003. Grace is survived by son T. Roger (Tony) Welch of El Paso, Texas and daughter Dr. Patsy Roberts of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She is also survived by her son-in-law, Les Finley of Las Cruces and former daughter-in-law Susan Welch of El Paso. Her former husband, Truman Welch of Las Cruces, also survives her. Surviving grandchildren include Renae Finley Griffin of Las Cruces; Jennifer Finley of Albuquerque, NM; Farrah Leigh Welch, Ashley Welch, Anthony Welch, and Lindsay Welch of El Paso; Lavonne Roberts, Mark Roberts, Eric Roberts, Brian Roberts, David Roberts, and Stacey Roberts. Her many great-grandchildren include area residents Justin Griffin and Jake Tannahill of Las Cruces, Megan Handley of Albuquerque and Tristan Welch of El Paso. Grace was the eldest child of a large and loving family. She was born July 3, 1921 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas, to John H. and Myrtle M. Barnes. Grace is survived by brothers and sisters: Otis L. Barnes and wife Nellie of Socorro, NM; Ruth Conn of Farmington, NM; Maxine Kimmel and husband Lester of Farmington; Nadine Willbourn of Carlsbad, NM; J.C. Barnes and wife Lynette of Dona Ana, NM; LaFern Arras and husband Dee of Arizona; Nancy McCullen of Amarillo, Texas; Wayne Barnes and wife Brenda of Las Cruces; Jack Barnes and wife Rella of El Paso and Joyce Welby of Houston, Texas. Long-time neighbors and dear friends, Felton and Virginia Springer of Las Cruces, also survive her, as do many other friends for whom Grace held special places in her heart. Grace came to Las Cruces 68 years ago with her family. She was part of the epic American migration. Originally headed for California, the Barnes family settled instead in Las Cruces. Grace married Truman W. Welch and they later brought their growing family to the coast of California during WWII, where she joined her husband in the war effort. Grace was employed in the shipyards as a welder, as were many of the "Rosie the Riveter" figures of her generation. After the war, she and her family returned to Las Cruces, where she began her career with AT&T/Mountain States Telephone Company as a switchboard operator, later assuming several supervisory positions before her retirement in the 1970s from SW Bell Telephone, after having also worked in El Paso and Ft. Smith. Grace will be fondly remembered for her lively wit at family functions, her mastery of many different handicrafts over the years, and her baking skills. She was famous for her beautiful pies and delicious homemade bread, which she generously shared with family and friends. Grace was active in the First Church of the Nazarene while living in Las Cruces and in St. Mark's Church in El Paso. After she retired, Grace worked in the St. Mark's Church nursery, caring for children of parishioners, whom she called her "little angels." In later years, she followed their progress with pride and interest. Grace truly cared for people who were part of her life and she will be missed by all. She will be deeply remembered by her grandchildren for her love and guidance and the special care she showed in choosing their gifts for Christmas and birthdays. Pursuant to Grace's wishes, cremation has taken place. Services for Grace will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2004, at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1900 South Locust Street in Las Cruces. Interment of the cremains will follow at Masonic Cemetery. After interment, a reception will be held at Grace's home, 4990 Arena Drive in Las Colinas, where family and friends may share their treasured memories of Grace. Arrangements are with Graham's Mortuary and Mesilla Valley Crematory, 555 W. Amador, Las Cruces, NM.
        Published on: Thu January 01, 2004