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JANIS -- Beverly J. Janis, 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1967, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2004 after losing her second battle with cancer. She is survived by her three children, Jerry Janis and wife, Ginny, Teresa McCarthy and husband, Jack, and Tim Janis, all of Albuquerque; four granddaughters, Michelle Janis, Stephanie Janis, Katie McCarthy and Colleen McCarthy. Beverly was born and raised in St. Paul, MN where she met and married her husband, Jerome W. Janis. He became a career officer in the U.S. Air Force and they took off on a 21-year journey of being stationed and living in many different places throughout the United States, Japan, Germany and Belgium, before Jerome retired in Albuquerque in 1970. After losing her husband in 1993, Bev's life centered on her children, granddaughters and a close circle of friends. She will be remembered as a person who took a sincere interest in the lives of people she met and was always eager to offer kindness and support. A Celebration Mass will be held Saturday, August 14, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Community Church, 12500 Carmel NE. The family will hold a private Interment at Santa Fe National Cemetery where Beverly will be laid to rest with her late husband Jerome. Bev asked that you consider donations to Casa Angelica Home, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, 87110 or Barrett House, 905 13th St. NW, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Sat August 14, 2004

LARA -- Manuel M. Lara, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Thursday, August 12, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sofie C. Lara; son, Steve M. Lara and wife, Louise, all of Albuquerque; brother, Phil Lara, Marcos Lara, both of San Jose, CA, and Herman Lara of Missouri; and sisters, Rosie Mesa of Santa Barbara, CA, Jennie Mejilla of Oceanside, CA, and Josie Lopez of Laramie, WY. Rosary will be recited Sunday, August 15, 2004 at 7:30 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, August 16, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Martinez Cemetery in Edgewood. Pallbearers will be Tim Baca, Michael Baca, Stephen Baca, John Sanchez, George Cordero, and Bobby Chavez. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sat August 14, 2004

LIBO -- Gina Martha Libo rests in peace after a long, brave struggle on August 11, 2004 in Las Cruces, NM. Born in Ann Arbor, MI on June 20, 1952, she was the daughter of Dr. Lester Libo of Albuquerque and the late Betty Laws Libo of Santa Fe. After graduating from Sandia Prep in Albuquerque, she received her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Nursing at the University of New Mexico. Gina received her Ph.D. in Business Administration at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces in 1996. She was on the faculty at NMSU College of Nursing. She is survived by her father and his wife, Dr. Mary Ann Conley; her three children, Maggie, Hannah, and Sam Feil and their father, Dr. Paul Feil, friend and former husband of many years. Gina will also be missed by her brother, Victor Libo and his wife, Dedee; and her sisters, Felicia and Lesley Libo; as well as nieces, Emily and Jessica; and nephews, Thomas and Justin. Gina will live in the hearts of her soul sisters, Ellen Goldsmith, Anna Schreiber, and Simy Allan. Her love for life is reflected by her many interests and activities, ranging from past presidency of Temple Beth El and its Sisterhood in Las Cruces, to being a Girl Scout leader, soccer mom, and cat enthusiast. In celebration of her life, services will be held at Grahams Mortuary in Las Cruces on Sunday, August 15, 2004 at 10:00 a.m., followed by interment at Masonic Cemetery. In honor of Gina, who loved bright colors, colorful garb at the service is requested. The family would like to thank Mesilla Valley Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sandia Prep School at 532 Osuna Road, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, UNM College of Nursing at 700 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131, or any appropriate fund.
        Published on: Sat August 14, 2004

LOPEZ -- Gloria Mascarenas Lopez. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind, supportive and helpful during their recent loss. Your kindness will always be remembered and appreciated. Services were in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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MANCE -- Ralph Anthony Ralph Anthony Mance January 14, 1926 to August 12, 2004 Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
        Published on: Sat August 14, 2004

MARTINEZ -- Perfecto Martinez, surrounded by his family, passed away at age 77 after a long illness. He was born on April 26, 1927 in Val Verde, NM to Encarnacion and Pedro Martinez. Mr. Martinez served in the U.S. Military and retired from the U.S. Federal Government after 33. Our Dad was a hard worker and loved his family especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed music and joking. He is preceded is death by his brother, John Martinez; sister, Louisa Montoya; niece, Virginia Montoya; and nephew, Richard Martinez. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Isabel Martinez; his daughter, Dolores "Monica" Rincon and husband, Don; son, Ralph Martinez and wife, Lillian; three grandchildren, Jessica Vaughn and husband, Redell, Daniel and wife, Paula, and Samuel and wife, Kelly; six great-grandchildren, Sabrina, Ryan, Joshua, Miranda, Brittany, and Danny Jr.; his sister, Andrea Coca; his brother, Rumaldo Martinez, and sister-in-law, Rita Martinez. He is also survived by two nephews, Raymond Montoya and wife, Diane, and John Martinez; and niece, Sandra Vigil and husband, Dominic. He will be so greatly missed. A special thank you to the staff at Manor Care Heights for all their time and great care for our father. A rosary will be recited on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday morning, August 16, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be Jessica and Redell Vaughn, Daniel and Paula Aguilar-Martinez, and Sam and Kelly Ramirez-Martinez. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Montoya, John Martinez, and Sandra Vigil. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Sat August 14, 2004

SHANLEY -- Robert Joseph Robert Joseph Shanley December 18, 1921 to August 12, 2004 Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
        Published on: Sat August 14, 2004

WERNER -- Marina Rae Werner, our precious little angel, went home safely in the arms of Jesus on August 9, 2004. Our "little peanut" was a blessed gift that God gave us. She touched our lives for a short six weeks, but it felt like a lifetime. She is eternally loved, and will be deeply missed forever. She is survived by her loving parents, Cheri and Ken; her two loving sisters, Brittney and Melanie; her loving grandparents, Darla McDade, and Ted and Mary Werner; her loving aunt, Renee Clark, her husband, Robert, and cousins, Ryan, Reanne and Ray; her uncle, Steve Werner and cousin, James Patrick; her uncle, Richard Werner, his wife, Lisa and cousins, Matthew and Stephanie. All will deeply miss her. She is also survived by many other aunts, uncles, and cousins who will deeply miss her. She is preceded in death by her loving grandfather, Ray Neal McDade, and her aunt, Lorraine Mary Werner. Services are being held on Saturday, August 14, 2004, 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Albuquerque, 2616 Cardenas, NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd., NE. Pallbearers will be Terrell Gray, and Robert Clark. Honorary pallbearers are Richard Werner, Brenton Franks, Ruth Franks, Michon Henegar, and Julie Gray. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sat August 14, 2004

AGUIRRE -- EDMUNDO. The family of Edmundo ( Ed ) Aguirre 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 Frank Prieto, St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, presider of the Mass, to Terry Vargas for reciting the Rosary, to Kirtland Air Force Honor Guard for the Military Honors and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW
        Published on: Sun August 15, 2004

ARAGON -- Stella G. Aragon, age 79, a life long resident of Belen joined Our Lord and Savior on August 13, 2004, surrounded by her loving family. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church and the Blessed Sacrament. Her family was everything to her and she loved special occasions when they were all together. Stella was preceded in death by her husband, Antonio "Tony" Aragon in 1981; her parents, Salomon and Nicolasa Gabaldon; and also her loving brothers and sisters. She is survived by her four loving children, Nolbert "Bert" Aragon and his wife, Aggie of Belen, David and his wife, Janice of Cuba, New Mexico, Milli and her husband, Jimmy Gabettas of Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Randy of Castle Rock, Colorado; six grandchildren; one great grandson and another great grandchild due in September; one brother, Pat Gabaldon of Los Chavez, NM; and one sister, Louisa Ford of Belen. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and many long time special friends and neighbors. A viewing will be held on Sunday, August 15, 2004 at Romero Funeral Home Chapel from 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a rosary at 2:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, August 16, 2004 at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m. with interment following at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Andrew and Juanita Sanchez, C.J., Jake, Kelli and Jessi Aragon. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen
        Published on: Sun August 15, 2004