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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
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LENK -- Myra K. Lenk, 84, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away in Scottsdale, AZ on Friday, July 16, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Lenk. Myra is survived by her son, Stewart Burgess of Albuquerque; her daughter, Roxanna Rappleyea of Queen Creek, AZ; step-daughters, Poppy Peterson of Scottsdale, Mary Brainard of Tujunga, CA; and step-son, Donald Lenk, Jr. of Alexandria, VA. She had 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Private Services were held in Scottsdale, AZ.
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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.
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LOPEZ -- Juan Nepomuceno (Nep) Lopez, 93, went home to be with our Heavenly Father on August 12, 2004. He was preceded in death by his most beloved wife, Catalina (Katie) Lopez on December 3, 2001; and his oldest son, Jose Alberto Lopez on April 13, 2000. Nep was the oldest of twelve children of the late Patricio and Dulcinea Lopez. He was born May 24, 1911 in Socorro, NM. Nep was a member of the San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. Nep is survived by his children: Terry Lopez-Rivas and husband, Andy; Paul Lopez and wife, Chelo; Nellie Brown and husband, Perley; Cathy Peralta and husband, Vincent, and Nep Edward Lopez; his grandchildren: Rick Rivas, Peter Rivas, Kenneth Peralta, Audrey Dolan, Debra Lopez, Randy Peralta, Sean Chavez, Carlos Chavez, Ramon Lopez, Aaron Lopez, Esmaralda Hangas; and several great-grandchildren; five sisters; one brother; and many nephews, nieces, and cousins. Even his final days he remembered his brothers and sisters. Aunt Pauline, Aunt Rosie and Cousin Louella took the time to visit him and that made him happy. We will always remember your thoughtfulness. Dad had good days and bad days, but not once did he complain about anything. Dear Jesus, we know You carried him in Your arms every step of the way. We pray that God will heal our hearts of the anger, the pain and sorrow that we feel in the loss of our beloved daddy. Nep was a proud man who loved life, and who lived and enjoyed it to the fullest. When he was a young man of 17 he worked as a cowhand on the family ranch where he tended the cattle and broke and trained horses. He was a boxer when he was at the "C C Camp" and fought many bouts at the Old Socorro Armory, all of which he won. Later in life he planted the most beautiful and bountiful gardens of Chili, corn, and a variety of other vegetables. He loved politics, and he was a wizard at playing poker. There wasn't anything he couldn't do if he put his mind to it, as demonstrated by many unusual talents he enjoyed which included operating heavy equipment (bulldozers for the Bureau of Reclamation in Socorro) and also as a firefighter for Kirtland Air Base in Albuquerque. He enjoyed a career in law enforcement where he served his community as a municipal judge, policeman, and worked with the city and state police as a radio dispatcher in Socorro County. Nep was also a skilled mason. Nep loved music and wrote several beautiful songs and poems. He wrote several short stories about early New Mexico history. He enjoyed telling his children stories about the wild west when he rode his horse Freckles and the many historical events he witnessed as a young cowboy. We will miss you Cowboy, and we will remember that your love for us was always unconditional and look forward to the day when we are united in God's Kingdom. Nep's children wish to thank the Heights Manor Care staff who cared for him. Special thanks to his buddy Carl who made dad's life as comfortable as he could. May God Bless you all for your compassion and hard work. Thank you Saint Jude for favors granted. The family asks that any donations be made to San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. Rosary will be recited on Monday, August 16, 2004 at 7:00 PM at the San Miguel Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 17, at 12:00 noon at San Miguel with Father John C. Daniel as Celebrant. Interment will be in the San Miguel Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
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MAHURON -- Len Eldon Mahuron, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Tuesday, July 27, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carole Mahuron of Albuquerque; daughter, Amy Troy and husband, Casey of Eagle River, AK; grandchildren, Sara Troy and Andrew Troy, both of Eagle River, AK; sister, Jane Jennings and husband, Charles of Scottsdale, AZ; nephew, Mike Jennings and niece, Patti Jennings. Mr. Mahuron was a graduate of Hardin Simmons University in Abilene, TX and then served five years in the Army Air Corps. He was a charter pilot before working at Sandia National Labs where he retired in 1979 after 31 years of service. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Cryptside services will be held Wednesday, August 18, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel in Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with The Reverend Frank H. Grubbs SSC and The Reverend Myron E. White officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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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, New Mexico 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; brothers in law Mauricio Montoya and Willie Coca; 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 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
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MCDONALD -- Beulah Mary Proctor McDonald passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2004 at the age of 94. She was born in the village of Roy, territory of New Mexico on February 19, 1910 to James and Alma Reiser Proctor. Her parents died while she was a child. She was taken in and fostered by Rufus and Estella Abernathy of Roy. She married Clyde Ernest McDonald in 1925. As a young wife and mother, she was a member of the Christian Church and was active in the Woman's Club in Roy. When her husband went off to WWII in the Seabees, she worked to help support the family. She ran the OPA office and also worked as a telephone operator. After the war, she owned an insurance agency while her husband established McDonald Electric in Roy. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1951 where she has resided since. Beulah became the supervisor of a typing pool at Sandia Base until a serious accident caused her early retirement in 1962. She and her husband enjoyed following the career of their son, Tommy, as he played college football and professionally in the NFL. They took several trips to see his games. They enjoyed traveling in their motor home in this country, Canada and Mexico. Beulah was preceded in death by her three-year old daughter, Audilee; her husband, Clyde; 3 sisters, AudreyTyrell, Thelma Brand and Lorena Baker; her brother, James Proctor, Jr.; daughter and son-in-law, Dolores and Angelo Doitchinoff of Cliff, NM; and grandson, Thomas McDonald of Albuquerque. She is survived by her sons, Clyde Raymond McDonald and wife, Eileen of Albuquerque and Thomas Franklin McDonald and wife, Patricia of King of Prussia, PA. Also surviving is a sister, Christine Beeler of Lakeside, AZ; 3 nieces, Julie Baker Rachlis of Northfield, IL, Sharon Feuer of Minneapolis, MN and Deborah McReynolds of Phoenix, AZ; and 2 nephews, Merwin Beeler and Richard Beeler and wife, Karen of Lakeside, AZ. Surviving grandchildren are: Dianna Giles of Silver City, NM; Deborah Cantrell and husband, Delton of Artesia, NM; Daneen Gatlin of cliff, NM; Clyde (Tuffy) McDonald, Jr. and wife, Darcy of Fullerton, CA; Michael and James McDonald of Albuquerque; Sherry Capone and husband Rudy of Audubon, PA; Christopher McDonald and wife, Carole of Collegeville, PA; Thomas McDonald and wife, Kimberly of King of Prussia, PA and Patricia (Tish) McDonald of King of Prussia, PA. Beulah was very proud to have 13 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Her abiding interest was her family to whom she gave great love and encouragement. The McDonald family wishes to thank Vangie Tafoya, Karen Waggoner, Shaylene Loretto and Helen Tafoya for their loving care of and special friendship with Beulah. Services will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with entombment next to her beloved husband at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, following. Pallbearers will be Clyde "Tuffy" McDonald, Michael McDonald, James McDonald, Teddy Jack Rhodes and James Cooper. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity, The United Church in Roy or to the Harding County Community Center in Roy, New Mexico 87743. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333 NEW
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MENDOZA -- Johnny. The family of Johnny J. Mendoza 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 Gabriella Nieto for reciting the Rosary and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW
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MOORE -- Jimmy Dee Moore, born April 4, 1954 in Roswell, NM died Friday, August 13, 2004. He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM since 2000. He is survived by his sons, James Moore and Joshua Moore both of Phelan, CA; mother Othel Moore of Albuquerque, NM; sister Pennie Cornell of Santa Fe, NM; brothers, Johnny Moore of Albuquerque, NM and Timothy Moore of Adelanto, CA; and special friends Arleen Todd and Emerald Lueras. Jimmy served in the U.S. Navy for four years. Services are pending. Should friends desire contributions may be made to American Heart Association, P.O. Box 90790, 87199. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MORALES -- Manuel B. Morales, 68, a resident of Albuquerque entered into eternal rest Friday, July 9, 2004 at Presbyterian Hospital. Mr. Morales was born Nov. 2, 1935, in Chambrino, NM to Juan P. Morales and Clementa Barreras Morales. He retired as a Postal Clerk from the United States Postal Service in Albuquerque. He was a member of the Zapata Club and was a communicant of the Catholic Church. Mr. Morales served his country in the United States Army in the Mortar Battery, 1st Airborne Battle Group, 506th Infantry. Mr. Morales is survived by his loving companion, Beth Hambay of the family home; a son, Ezzard Morales of Albuquerque; three daughters, Patricia Gutierrez of Torrance, CA, Ramona Moseley, and Georgia Franke, both of Albuquerque; a brother, Y.B. Morales and his wife, Ermie; and a sister, Jessie M. Torres, all of Bayard. Also surviving are his grandchildren, James, Jessica, and Darren Gutierrez of Torrance, CA; Casey, Blake, Garrett, and Jarrod Moseley; Chelsea and Isabella Frankel, Amanda and Tiffany Morales, all of Albuquerque; and one great-grandson, Zachary Gutierrez of Silver City. Mr. Morales was laid to rest at Fort Bayard National Cemetery with military honors. In memory of Manuel B. Morales a donation may be made to the Zapata Club, Inc. at 2723 1/2 Isleta Blvd S.W. Albuquerque, NM 87105 (505) 877-6434
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