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BOWERS -- Carl D. Bowers January 18, 1935 to January 24, 2005 Arrangements in the care of Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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BUCK -- Joseph "Jody" James Buck, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away January 20, 2005 at the age of 49 after battling diabetes. Jody is survived by his son, Joseph "J.J." James Buck, Jr. Family and friends are grateful for the short time we had with Jody to learn the lessons he had to share with us. Jody's passion for golf, football, and cars will be missed. Cremation has taken place and a private Memorial Service will be held.
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CARBAJAL -- Richard (Rich) Carbajal, Jr., age 44, went to be with Our Lord on Sunday, January 23, 2005 after a long battle with Leukodystrophy. Rich lived in Belen all his life and played football for the Belen Eagles. He graduated from UNM and taught history and government in Los Lunas High School for ten years, until his disability caused him to leave teaching. Rich was known and loved for his prolific talent in music, both keyboard and composition. He was unique, loving, witty, and courageous. Even though Rich has lived in Albuquerque for the past year, he has owned a home in Belen for many years. Rich is preceded in death by a brother, Donnie, in 1993. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Carbajal, Sr. of Albuquerque; his sister, Francine; a brother, David; an aunt and uncle in Texas, an aunt in California; and aunts, uncles, and cousins from the Bosque/Belen area. The family would like to express their deepest appreciation for the love and support of family and friends. All are encouraged to learn about and donate to the ongoing research of Leukodystrophy at www.ulf.org. Services will take place at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Thursday, January 27, 2005 beginning with a visitation from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Gerald Johnson officiating. With the utmost respect for Rich's wishes cremation has taken place. Interment will be at a later date. Urn bearers will be Ray Carbajal, Jr. and Chris Chavez. Everyone is also encouraged to attend a Memorial Celebration for Rich in Early March. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St. Belen.
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CEROVSKI -- John S. Cerovski, 82, a resident of Albuquerque for 10 years, died Monday, January 24, 2005. John is survived by one sister, Ann Yates of Albuquerque; niece, Jean King and husband, Paul of Albuquerque; and other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ignatius and Mary Cerovski; two sisters, Catherine Levi and Mary Pelnar; and two brothers, Edward and Joseph Cerovski. John was born in Omaha, NE and graduated from the University of Nebraska following three years of service in the United States Army where he served in the Phillipines and Japan during WWII. He went on to take his M.A. and Ph.D. at Northwestern University, specializing in literature of the English Renaissance. He authored 'Fragmenta Regalia or Observations on Queen Elizabeth, Her Times & Favorites' as his dissertation. From 1962, he taught at North Central College in Naperville, IL where he was Professor of English and served as chairman of both the Department of English and the Division of Language and Literature. His interests included Shakespeare, modern drama, and film. He was presented the Burlington Northern Faculty Achievement Award For Excellance in Education in 1985. During the summer months, John was a regular "reader" at the British Library in London. He retired in 1988 as Professor Emeritus. John enjoyed traveling, playing the piano, the opera and spending time with his family. He was a beloved brother and uncle and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place and a Graveside Service will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Thursday, January 27, 2005, 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled and Paralyzed Vets of NM, P.O. Box 3907 #D, Albuquerque, NM 87190. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505-275-3500
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CHAPMAN -- Howard D. Chapman, 74, died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, January 22, 2005. Chapman proudly served in the United States Air Force for over 21 years before he was medically retired in 1973. A faithful member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church and a devoted husband and father, Chapman is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia; his brother, "Skeeter"; and parents, Ray and Agnes. He is survived by a sister, Marian; and three children, Howard Alan and wife, Glenna Read; Mike and partner, Maria; and Susan and husband, Michael Considine. Internment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM on Thursday, January 27, 2005 at 11:00 a.m., followed by memorial services at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 5301 Ponderosa Avenue in Albuquerque, at 7:00 p.m. If so desired in lieu of flowers, donations may be to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church at the above address. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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CHAVEZ -- Juan S. Mr. Juan S. Chavez, 95, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on January 1, 2005. Mr. Chavez is survived by his daughter, Isabel Chavez Lucero and husband, James Raymond Lucero; two brothers, Melquiares Chavez and wife, Adela and Eduardo Chavez; five grandchildren, James Ray Lucero, Brenda Renay Oliveira, Mary Elizabeth Lucero, Juanita Vivian Stark and husband, Brooks, and David Daniel Lucero; four great-grandchildren, Diego Antonio, Sierra Lailoni, Sean and Chaz; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mr. Chavez was a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII. Visitation will be Thursday morning from 7:30 a.m. until 8:00 a.m. with a Funeral Service at 8:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Committal Service to follow at 10:30 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with Military Honors. Pallbearers will be David Daniel Lucero, James Ray Lucero, James Raymond Lucero, and Brooks Stark. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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DEANDA -- Julia A. DeAnda, age 79, joined Our Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 23, 2005. Julia retired from the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School after 25 years of service. Her seven grandchildren were her pride and joy. Julia was the loving daughter of the late Dolores and Conception "Concha" DeAnda. She is also preceded in death by sisters, Elena and Catalina DeAnda; brother, Lorenzo DeAnda and his wife, Carmen B.; mother and father-in-law, Salomon and Emilia Perea; and her son-in-law, Roy S. Barela. Julia is survived by her three children, Ernesto Perea of Las Cruces, NM, Michael Perea and his wife, Eileen of Chickasha, OK, Carla Barela of Los Lunas, NM; grandchildren, Holly and her husband, Paul Thomson of Chickasha, OK, Patti and her husband, Greg Budwine of Colorado Springs, CO, Pam and her husband, Brian Burns of Grants, NM, Victoria Perea of Philadelphia, PA, Clifford Barela of Las Vegas, NV, Jonathan and Roy Barela of Los Lunas, NM; six great-grandchildren, Katelin, Paul Jr., and Jared Thomson of Chickasha, OK, Michael Budwine of Colorado Springs, CO, Duncan Burns of Grants, NM and Angel Serenity Barela of Los Lunas, NM; four sisters, Frances and her husband, Manuel Aragon of Peralta, Jessie and her husband, Albino Pino, Mattie Williams, and Ernestine and her husband, Eddie Giron all of Los Lunas; two brothers, Eddie DeAnda and his wife, Jenny of Belen, NM, Preciliano and his wife, Berna of Los Lunas; numerous nephews, nieces, cousins; and ex-husband, Salomon Perea of El Paso, TX. Services will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2005 at Romero Funeral Home Chapel beginning with a viewing at 9:30 a.m. The Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at San Clemente Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clifford, Jonathan, and Roy Barela, Ron Hubbell, Gerald Garcia, Fernando Aragon, and George DeAnda. Honorary pallbearers will be David DeAnda, Matthew Brant, Charles Griego, Kenneth Giron, and Richard Maddox. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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DRUMMOND -- Danny D. Drummond, 60, a former resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2005, in Pagosa Springs, CO. Mr. Drummond was a graduate of Kansas State University, Salina Campus. He served in the U.S. Army Reserve. Danny worked for Sandia National Laboratories for 22 years before retiring in 1996. He enjoyed woodworking, softball, fishing and loved helping under-privileged children. He is survived by his wife, Susan of Pagosa Springs; his son, Daniel Scott Drummond of San Diego, CA; two sisters, Judy Fae Erikson of Grand Junction, CO and Donna Elaine Wilson of Lenoir, NC. He was preceded in death by his parents, Judge Dee Drummond and Cleo Fae Drummond. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, January 28, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Cremation has taken place. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to All Faiths Receiving Home, 1709 Moon NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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FORTMAN -- Kenneth R. Fortman, 94, was born on March 20, 1910 in Stockbridge, MI, the son of Floyd Fortman and Myra Williams Fortman. He is survived by his wife, Joan Fortman, of 26 years; and daughter, Theresa Gross and husband, Jack Gross of Sequim, WA. There are five surviving grandchildren: David Barber and his wife, Penny of Albuquerque; Thomas Barber of Waco, TX; Tanya Larson and her companion, Don Otto of Phoenix, AZ; Dr. Deborah Rambo and Gary Rambo and his wife, Heather all of Sequim, WA. There are four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Annetta, who died in 1977; their two sons, Gregory and Gordon; and two grandchildren. He was educated in the public schools of Michigan and received the degree of BS/EE from Tri-State University, Angola, IN. During his career he worked as a shipboard radio operator and an operator/engineer in a number of broadcast stations and police communications systems. He also helped to develop the curriculum for an electronic trade school in Detroit, wrote much of the study material, and taught classes in electronic theory and practice. Prior to his employment at Sandia National Laboratories in 1948 he was the Chief Radio Engineer for the Michigan State Police. He retired from Sandia Labs in 1973. He was a fifty-seven year member of Central United Methodist Church in Albuquerque, and for twenty years took part in the church's hospital visitation program. Masonic activities included a term as Master of Temple Lodge No. 6 in Albuquerque, and seven years as the Grand Lecturer of the Grand Lodge of New Mexico. He was also active in York Rite Masonry, serving as Grand High Priest in 1977, and as the Sovereign of St. Conclave of the Red Cross of Constantine. He had helped to form Albuquerque Chapter No. 67, OES in 1950 and was its Charter Patron. Services will be held at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper Avenue, NE on Thursday, January 27, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Masonic graveside services will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr., N.E. Donations may be made to Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Cooper Ave., NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106 or to Masonic Charities of New Mexico, PO Box 25004, Albuquerque, NM 87125-0004. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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FRANKHOUSE -- Inez Elizabeth Frankhouse passed away on January 24, 2005. Inez was born on March 10, 1929 in Galesburg, IL, the daughter of Wilford J. and Ruth Lund Nelson. She had retired after fifteen years as a construction reporter with McGraw Hill. She is preceded in death by one brother, Wilfred A. Nelson. She is survived by two sons, Robert N. Boyles and Gregg S. Boyles, both of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Kari Lynn Marquez and Casey Steven Boyles, both of Rio Rancho, Shauna Anne and Nathaniel Aaron Boyles, both of Los Lunas; two great-grandchildren, Gabriel and Alexandria Marquez of Rio Rancho; one brother, Richard F. Nelson and wife, Joann, of Opheim, IL; two sisters, Patricia Nelson, of Santa Monica, CA and Marilyn Dorman of Scottsdale, AZ; and nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 29, 2005 at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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GARRINGER -- Lesley E. Garringer, age 32, died on Saturday, January 22, 2005, in Albuquerque, NM. She was born and raised in Albuquerque, graduating from Manzano in 1990. After graduation, she worked as a travel agent and attended college at Albuquerque TVI. She was a devoted and loving mother and wife and was active in PTA, soccer, and became a mentor to fellow cancer patients. She was very strong and a heroine to many, especially her husband. Those whose lives were touched by Lesley will miss her dearly. She is survived by husband, Ira M. Garringer of Albuquerque, NM; daughters, Ashly Renee Erickson and Kimberly Anne Erickson of Albuquerque, NM; stepchildren, Caitlin D. Garringer and Brian M. Garringer of Albuquerque, NM; parents, Gary J. Schwartzman and Sherrell Schwartzman, and mother, Kathleen B. Schwartzman of Northridge, CA; grandparents, Gertrude Schwartzman-Rathgeber and husband, Don Rathgeber, of Albuquerque, NM and Kalman Bakoss and wife, Martha of Westlake, OH; brother, Major Joseph Charles Schwartzman and wife, Geri of Hilo, HI; sister, Amy Nolker and husband, Don of Albuquerque, NM; brothers, Shane Yost and Clifford Yost of Albuquerque, NM; and sister, Maryjanet Carrasco and husband, Chris of Albuquerque, NM; parents-in-law, Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Garringer of Los Lunas, NM; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services will be held on Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Rev. Lyle Reece, officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Daniel Benaka, Maurice Byrd, John Cuncio, Billy Gunter, Uwe Balzis, Kenneth Northcutt. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to New Mexico Chapter of American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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GIVENS -- Dorothy H. Givens, 95, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, January 24, 2005. She is survived by her daughter, Daisy Johnson and husband, Richard of Albuquerque; grandson, Charles Weaver and wife, LouAnne of Albuquerque; and great-granddaughters, Mary and Lisa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert H. Givens, Jr. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Thursday, January 27, 2005, 2:00 p.m., at St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place NE, with Father David Luckenbach officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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GONZALES -- Christopher Gary San Martin-Gonzales. Public viewing will take place Wednesday, January 26, 2005 from 3-5 p.m. at Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third Street S.W. The Rosary will be recited at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. N.W. at 7 p.m. also on Wednesday. Mass will be held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, January 27, 2005 and burial will follow at Mount Cavalry Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd. N.E. Following burial, a reception will be held at 1413 Valencia Dr. N.E. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St SW 247-4124
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GREENLEE -- Dr. Vernon Greenlee, age 83, died Saturday, January 22, 2005 at San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, NM. He was born July 28, 1921 in Clara, MT to John G. and Alice Greenlee. Dr. Greenlee graduated from Pacific University with a Doctor of Optometry Degree in 1951. Also, the same year, he began his optometry practice in Las Vegas, NM and in Los Alamos, NM as well before moving his practice to Albuquerque, NM where he practiced for many years. In addition, he had an optometry practice in Clovis, NM for a brief time, before moving to Farmington, in 1983 and retiring from Optometry in 1997. His life was dedicated to his family and his patients. Vernon loved to fish and hunt; God's great outdoors was truly his sanctuary. Dr. Greenlee was a life member of B.P.O.E. Elks and the Disabled American Veterans. Past member of the American Optometrist Association, past president of the NM Optometric Assoc., past member of Lions International, and a past member of the NM Mounted Patrol. Vernon served with the U.S. Army during WWII with the 1st Batallion, 162nd Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Division from 1940-1945. Having served in New Guinea, in 1944 he was wounded and transferred from a field hospital to Australia, and finally transferred back to Washington and Oregon hospitals, where he was discharged in 1945. Vernon was also a member of the Kingswood United Methodist Church in Clovis, NM. Survivors include his wife: Margaret of the home in Aztec, NM; two sons - Donald V. Greenlee and wife, Jean of N. Hollywood, CA, Dave L. Harris and wife, Sue of Sandy, UT; three daughters - Debra and husband, Doug Berkner, Herndon, VA; Pamela and husband, Mike Reid of Aztec; Marsha and husband, Rex Crook of Los Alamos, NM; two brothers: Clarence and wife, Jackie Greenlee of Salem, OR; Dale and wife, Lois Greenlee of Ukiah, CA; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; as well as nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held on Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at Cope Memorial Chapel, 404 W. Arrington, Farmington, NM at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Bill Ivins officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to Cope Memorial Chapel, 404 W. Arrington, Farmington, NM.
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HARRISON -- Leslee A. Harrison, 69, born November 17, 1935 in Pocatello, ID, died January 23, 2005 in Albuquerque, NM. Leslee graduated Albany High School, Albany, OR 1953; graduated Oregon State College 1957 with a Bachelor of Science in Education; and in 1965 with a Masters Degree in Business Education. She married James Harrison in 1955. Her career was as a Social Worker with underprivileged children, as a Business teacher in high schools, and as a mother and housewife. Leslee spent a number of years as an active member of Assistance League in Albuquerque. She was a life-long collector of dolls and belonged to a number of doll clubs and organizations. She co-chaired the International Barbie Convention held in Albuquerque. Leslee was an avid and passionate doll collector her whole life. She had been a member of Albuquerque's Antique and Modern Doll Club for 25 years, having served as an officer in every capacity. She was a member of the Land of Enchantment Gene fan club for eight years, and a member of the National Madame Alexander collectors club for 20 years, during which she chaired a Madame Alexander Premier. Leslee was a charter member of the Barbie Friends of Albuquerque Club. She was instrumental in bringing the highly successful National Barbie Convention to Albuquerque and served in a tri-chair capacity for Barbie Ole. Perhaps her greatest love was the United Federation of Doll Clubs, a national organization to which she was dedicated and totally involved. Leslee served as regional director for UFDC, which includes New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma. She was currently chairing a regional convention in Albuquerque this spring. Leslee was a presence at the various doll conventions she attended around the country. Always recognizable in her southwestern attire with special matching hats, Leslee wore many hats; in fact, her hat was her trademark. Her effervescent personality, and the enthusiasm she brought to the doll world, will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She lived in Albany, OR, Corvallis, OR, Sweet Home, OR, Bend, OR, Ruston, LA, and settled in Albuquerque, NM in 1973. She is survived by her husband, James D. Harrison; brother, James with wife, Claudette Perse of Houston TX; by three sons and daughter in laws, Robert and Kathy Harrison, Steven and Hope Harrison, all from Albuquerque, and Michael and Elizabeth Harrison of Jacksonville NC; and six grandchildren, Christopher, William, Lesliann, James, Tatiana, and Olivia. She was blessed with an additional family at Consignment Auto, where she assisted her sons with their business. All of the employees and many customers called her "MOMS" and would seek out her wise advice or her shoulder to cry on. Memorial services to be held at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas NE at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 27, 2005. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Assistance League of Albuquerque.
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KENNEDY -- Rachelle M. Kennedy, 89, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, January 22, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, William, in 2003 and all her siblings. She is survived by her son and his wife, Richard and Nora Kennedy; granddaughter, Kate Kennedy; nieces and nephews, Isabelle, Francoise, Danielle, Lea, Monique, Andre, and Robert; brothers-in-law, Russell Kennedy, Dave Kennedy, and Dale Meers; sisters-in-law, Helen Bergh and Peggy Zak; and many other family and friends. Rachelle was a member of Risen Savior Catholic Community and the Duke City Bridge Club. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, January 27, 2005, 11:30 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Wednesday, January 26, 2005 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Albuquerque High School Drama Department; Attn: Ralph Adkins, 600 Odelia NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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LEONARDS -- Scott Bradley Leonards April 23, 1970 to January 23, 2005 Arrangements in the care of Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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MARTINEZ -- Andres E. Martinez (Casey/Andy), 76, of Santa Fe, died peacefully Saturday, January 22, 2005 at his home, after a long bout with congestive heart failure. Andy was born in La Madera to Zenaida Garcia Martinez and Jose Cleofas Martinez. He graduated from the Northern New Mexico Normal School in El Rito where he was a sports standout, academic ace, and student leader. He honorably served his country in the Korean Conflict and earned a B.S. from UNM as part of the G.I. Bill. His work as a civil engineer took him and his family across northern New Mexico to Chile to Southern California to Ecuador to Saudi Arabia and back to New Mexico, where he retired from the State Highway Department in the early 1990s. He was especially proud of his work as project engineer on the construction of the Taos Gorge Bridge. In his final days, Andy's grandchildren, Christopher and Piper, brought smiles to his face. He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers, Delio, Horacio, Cleofas, Fernando, and Arturo; and his sisters, Gloria and Fern. He is survived by his sisters, Henrietta Castillo of Northern California, Cora Salazar of Rio Rancho, and Nora Salazar (Gilbert) of San Juan and their families. Additionally, Andy is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marianne Lowdermilk Martinez; his daughters, and their families: Andra Martinez of Albuquerque, Jennifer Martinez (Bill McArthur and Christopher) of Santa Fe; Robin Martinez-Hall (Ron Hall and Alexandra and Ashley) of southern California and Marcela Chenoweth (Brian Chenoweth and Piper) of Utah; his special friend, Mike McArthur; and many other nieces and nephews. Many special thanks to the home health aides, nurses, and staffs at Heritage Home Health Care, Odyssey Hospice; and to the dear friends and relatives who made visits to Andy and his family. Linda D., Linda F., Nora, and Robin were his special angels. A Memorial Mass will be held at San Isidro Church, in Santa Fe, on Thursday, January 27, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. Interment will be private. The family suggests that memorial donations in lieu of flowers be made to the American Heart Association at www.americanheart-donate.org.
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MARTINEZ -- Laura Lee Martinez, age 47, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, was called home by our Heavenly Father, Saturday, January 22, 2005. Final viewing will be this morning from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Church; followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at San Ysidro Catholic Cemetery also in Corrales. Casket bearers will be Ricardo Garcia, Rosario Blanco, Jose Tafoya, Frankie Gabaldon, Mercedes Romero and Alex Martinez. Honorary bearers will be James Gabaldon and Chris Martinez. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW 898-3160
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MCCREA -- Mark Louis McCrea, Sr., age 43, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, peacefully joined Our Lord and Savior on Friday, January 21, 2005. Services will take place at San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas, beginning with a visitation on Thursday, January 27, 2005 from 7:00 to 7:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:30 p.m. A final visitation will be held on Friday, January 28, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. The Funeral Service will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at San Clemente Catholic Cemetery. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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MCDONALD -- Leslie McDonald May 5, 1953 to November 13, 2004 Arrangements in the care of Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
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MEESE -- Joseph. The Family of Joseph "Joe" Meese would like to express our deepest gratitude for all the love and support during this time of lose. Your kindness and compassion will never be forgotten. Joe's spirit will live on in all of us forever!
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MICHNOVICZ -- John J. "Mike" Michnovicz was born December 26, 1923 in West Frankfort, IL to Antoni and Stefania Michnovicz. He passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 21, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Lou; and his children, Michael, Toni, and John Gibson, Andy and Ellen, Maria and Richard Frank, Jon and Steph, David and Charlotte, Stephanie, Mark, Paula, and Jeff Christofferson, Karla and Ian Thompson, Matthew and Marie, Patrick and Lorna, and Margo; and 22 grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Joseph Koncz and wife, Fran in Oceanside, CA. Mike came to New Mexico in 1943 as a draftee as part of the Manhattan Project in Los Alamos where he worked as a documentary photographer. His photographs of the leadership at Los Alamos are now exhibited in museums across the country. In January 2005, a collection of his wartime photos was published. Mike's first love was accordion music and entertaining. As a popular accordion musician, he made music in Los Alamos and continued to perform in many clubs in Albuquerque during his lifetime. Private burial has taken place in the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. A Rosary will be said on Friday, January 28, 2005 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE with Father Francis Eggert presiding. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Church. The family requests no flowers: charitable donations may be made to St. Felix Pantry, 4020 Barbara Loop SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 or St. Joseph Community Health Services, 500 Copper Ave. NW, Suite 102, ABQ, NM 87102.
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MIRANDA -- Anita R. Miranda passed away on January 24, 2005. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leofredo Miranda and her son, Charles G. Miranda. She is survived by her sister, Juanita Romo Drinkhouse; her step-daughters, Sally and Alice; and a large extended family. A rosary will be recited on Thursday, January 27, 2005 at Queen of Heaven Church at 9:30 a.m.; the Funeral Services will be at Queen of Heaven Church on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. - interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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MORGAN -- Louise A. Morgan passed away on January 23, 2005. She is survived by a son, Cole Morgan, wife Rina, children, Kate and John Paul, all of Belgium. Also a daughter, Christine Garcia, husband Henry, children Rosanne Henson, her daughter, Morgan Henson, Angela Mudd, husband Jason, and Raymond Garcia, all of Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Also, a sister, Margie Oleck and many nieces and nephews. Louise was preceded in death by her husband, John Morgan; and three brothers and three sisters. Louise was a loving woman and will be greatly missed. A Rosary service will be held Thursday January 27, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. and a Funeral Mass will be held on Friday January 28, 2005 at 2:00 p.m., both at the Church of the Incarnation, 2309 Monterrey Rd, Rio Rancho, 771-8331
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MOZADER -- James (Jim) C. Mozader, 72, passed away peacefully with his daughters at his side on January 22, 2005. His loving wife of 50 years, Lorraine, preceded him in death. He is survived by two daughters, Debbie Jaramillo and Diane Paiz; four grandchildren, Stephanie Tombrink and husband, Bill, Kristy Jaramillo, Michelle Jaramillo, and Philip Paiz; one great-grandchild, Joseph Jaramillo. Jim served in the Army during the Korean War. After moving to Albuquerque, he became Maintenance Shop Supervisor for the Department of the Army Reserves Forces. Jim was also Chief Maintenance Sgt. For the Army Reserves, for 38 years, until his retirement in 1993. Services will be held Thursday, January 27, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church at 7701 Candelaria NE. Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. in Santa Fe at the National Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the Vista Care hospice and Paloma Blanca Nursing facility for all the loving care they gave to Jim during his remaining days.
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NUNEZ -- Rose Nunez, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2005. Mrs. Nunez is survived by her loving husband, Antonio. Mrs. Nunez is also survived by her children: Anthony Nunez and wife, Corrine; Bridget Kreamer and husband, Vincent; Rosanne Nunez and partner, Denise Nieto; six grandchildren: Ashley, Tessie, Elisha, Mindy, Zachary, and Frankie; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. The family of Mrs. Nunez will be reflecting on her life with a Rosary, Funeral Service and Burial Service. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 27, 2005 at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande, St. Joseph's and Atrisco NW; a Funeral Mass for Mrs. Nunez will be celebrated on Friday, January 28, 2005, 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's with burial following at Mt. Calvary. Pallbearers will be Vincent Kreamer, Pete Nunez, Steve Nunez, Jerid Ortiz, Gerardo Montez, and Michael Denman. Arrangements by: REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 884-5777
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NYE -- Maureen Gilmore Nye, 80, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Monday, January 24, 2005. She is survived by her husband, General Francis W. Nye; children, David M. Gilmore and wife, Carol of Albuquerque, Robert G. Gilmore and wife, Elizabeth of Fresno, CA, Rita Ingram of Fresno, CA, John M. Gilmore and fiance, Leslie Umphrey of Albuquerque, and Joe E. Gilmore of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Megan Little and husband, Gary, Ryan, and Lauren Gilmore of Albuquerque, Yvonne Vogt and husband, Jeff, Michelle and Kathryn Gilmore of Fresno, CA, Christopher Ingram and wife, Erin and Amanda Ingram of Fresno, CA, Katherine Mosley and husband, Brandon, David and Steven Gilmore of Albuquerque, and Brandon, Cameron and Alexandra Gilmore of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Joel Vogt and Sean Little; brother, Joseph Heneberry and wife, Nancy of St. Louis, MO; step-children, Cynthia Nye of Albuquerque, Dr. Patricia Nye of Tucson, AZ and Janet Olson and husband, Ronald of Tucson, AZ; and step-grandchildren, David, Daniel and Patricia Olson, all of Tucson, AZ. Maureen was preceded in death by her first husband, David I. Gilmore, in 1980, her sister, Dorothy Heneberry, and her brother, Gene Heneberry. She was born in Bethany, Illinois. Maureen was a member of the Sangre de Cristo Catholic Community, the Tanoan Country Club Women's Golf Association, the Albuquerque Country Club Women's Golf Association and several senior golf associations. She was a past-president of the Albuquerque Jaycee Wives Club and the Navy Mothers of America Club and a past-member of the Widowed Persons Service. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, January 26, 2005, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, January 27, 2005, 10:30 a.m. at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Community, 8901 Candelaria NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. to Rosary. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 216 Truman NE, 87108. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, 275-3500
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PACILLI -- Teresa McGowan Pacilli, born September 8, 1962 in Lubbock, TX, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Saturday, January 22, 2005. Survivors include her loving husband, Angelo of Albuquerque; her daughter, Audra; her sons, Anthony and Robert; her mother, Nelda Lee of Decatur, TX; her two brothers, Allan McGowan and family of Sweetwater, TX, Tom McGowan and family of Albuquerque; her five sisters, Kathy and Bubba Sutton and family of Abilene, TX, Charlene and Chad Baxter and family of Sweetwater, TX, Sue and Kelly Branscum and family of Decatur, TX, Linda and Rusty North and family of Decatur, TX, Sheryll and Stuart Tilley and family of Pilot Point, TX; countless nieces, nephews and loved ones. May her soul fly with the angels as her heart dwells in the house of our Lord and Savior. "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there be anymore pain for the the former things passed away" Revelations 21:4.
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PADILLA -- Lawrence Edward. Mr. Lawrence Edward Padilla, 52, born April 20, 1952, in Alamogordo, NM and a resident of Albuquerque, passed on to a better life, Sunday, January 23, 2005, following a short illness. Edward is the beloved husband to Mrs. Deborah (Ginger) Padilla, married for 12 years. Edward is also survived by one son, Eddie Ray Padilla; his mother, Mrs. Marie Padilla; two sisters, Gloria Solis and Linda Cooper; one brother, Johnny R. Padilla; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Edward was preceded in death by his father, Raymond C. Padilla Jr. and a brother, Fred David Padilla. Edward was a member of the Catholic Church and was retired from the City of Albuquerque. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. A Memorial Rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. January 27, 2005, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW by Logie Turrietta. A final visitation will be Friday morning at Holy Family Catholic Church from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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PAUL -- Edward Paul, 81, a resident of Las Vegas, NM and formerly of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Burldean Paul; his daughter, Marsha Artley and her husband, Jim; and a granddaughter, Anne Artley, all of Albuquerque. He was born in Hunter's Point, AZ on October 23, 1923. He was a World War II Veteran and was a purchasing agent for Sandia Laboratory. He retired in 1987. Graveside committal services will be held on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Gonzales Funerals & Cremations, 2315 Hot Springs Blvd., Las Vegas, NM 1-888-525-9319.
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POE -- Mildred N. Poe, 94, a former longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, January 21, 2005 in San Bernardino, CA. Mrs. Poe is survived by a son, John J. Poe and wife, Patti of Woodinville, WA; daughter, Mary Ellen Burchett and husband, Warren of Rialto, CA; grandchildren, Valerie Poe, Brian Sandenaw, David Burchett and wife, Theresa, and Sara Vines and husband, Chuck; great-grandchildren, Benjamin Burchett, Michael Woods, Abigail Proctor, and Jonathan Proctor. Her husband, Thomas Franklin Poe, preceded her in death. Mrs. Poe was a long-time member of First Christian Church in Albuquerque. Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 28, 2005 at First Christian Church, 10101 Montgomery NE, with Art Cordova, officiating. Pallbearers will include Bud Cavin, Dick Stansbury, Pat Loftus, John Driver, Tom Headley, and Russ Harrison. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd, NE. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Indonesian Christian Mission, The American Indian Christian Missions or to the Christian Mission of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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RIVLIN -- Leslie Rivlin, (Les) M. enjoyed enjoyed 83 years on Earth and on January 24, 2005, he was called to join the Great Architect of the Universe. Les was born in Pittsfield, MA on January 29, 1921 to Samuel and Martha K. Rivlin. He was a graduate of Ohio State University, attended Franklin University School of Law and spent his CPA career as Chief Finance Officer of a public company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. In 1972, he retired with his wife to Albuquerque, however, double sovereignty of the kitchen dictated that he find another way to spend his time. In February 1973, Les associated as Treasurer of Form-Eze Systems, Inc. (the greatest mistake of his life) where he remained until December 1994. In 1969, he served his Masonic Lodge, Clermont Lodge No. 996 in New York City as its Worshipful Master. Since his final retirement, Les occupied himself with several philanthropic causes and with his Synagogue, Congregation Albert, which he served as Administrator for three and one-half years. Known as KA5BEM, he was an extra class amateur radio operator. Surviving Les are his son, Alan Rivlin; daughter, Sandi Marquis and husband, Dr. Jack Marquis; and his very special friend, Svetlana Kozmina, who was like a caring daughter to him; five grandchildren, Jason Marquis, Tami Hill and husband, Kevin, Stefani Rivlin, Ricky Rivlin and wife, Trina and Alex Rivlin and wife, Summer, and Michael Ioffe; his young special friend, son of Svetlana; five delightful great-grandchildren; two sisters, Evelyn R. Robbins of Valley Village, CA and Harriet M. Schwartz of Great Neck, NY; and three nieces and two nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and his wives of two wonderful marriages, Revella who died on New Year's Day, 1967 and Lenore who passed away on November 12, 1994. His Funeral will be held Wednesday, January 26, 2005, 11:30 a.m., at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Rabbi Joseph R. Black and Cantor Barbara Finn officiating. Interment will follow at Congregation Albert Cemetery, 700 Yale Blvd. SE, Fairview Memorial Park. It is his wish that his dog, Punishment, whom he loved dearly be his honorary pallbearer. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE., 275-3500
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ROLISON -- Thomas David Rolison, 44, passed away on January 21, 2005 after a brief illness. Thomas was born to Edison and Flo Rolison on January 4, 1961 in Albuquerque, NM. A graduate of Sandia High School and attendee of University of New Mexico, Tom excelled in all that he did. Tom was a devoted father and loving person. Tom will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved him, and his passion and love for life will remain with us all. Thomas is survived by his three sons, Justin, Jeremy, and Thomas; and grandson, Kayden; fiance, Bonnie Downey; loving sister, Karen Welsh; her husband, George and daughters, Kelsey and Kiri; along with his parents, Ed and Flo; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Memorial services will be held at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy NE at 2:00 p.m. on January 26, 2005. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, MSC 07-4260, #1 UNM, Albuquerque, NM, 87131. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. 275-3500
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SAUCEDA -- Amalia L. Sauceda, age 72, passed away on January 23, 2005 with her loving family by her side. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jose Sauceda; her daughter, Sophie Sauceda; her grandson, Santiago Sauceda; and her brother-in-law, Ramon Sauceda. She is survived by her children, Ernest Sauceda and wife, Esperanza, Remijio Sauceda and wife, Dorothy, Leonor Hernandez and husband, Albert, and Jose A. Sauceda; her grandchildren, Michael Sauceda, Ray Hernandez and wife, Tanya, Marc Hernandez and wife, Emily, Sal Hernandez and wife, Juanita, Reme Sauceda, Lorenzo Sauceda, and Sophie Sauceda; great-grandchildren, Dezideria and Santiago Sauceda, Amalia and Joshua Hernandez, Bianca and Marina Sauceda, Sarah and Estevan Hernandez, and Marcus Hernandez; her sisters, Belen Hernandez, Rosa Maria Gallegos, Margarita Ambriz; her brother, Alfonso Loera and wife, Aurora, Manuel Loera and wife, Auerilia, Jose Angel Sifuentes. Mass of Catholic Burial on Wednesday January 26, 2005 at 10 a.m. at Ascension Parish, 2150 Raymac Rd. SW. Pallbearers will be Michael Sauceda, Ray Hernandez, Marc Hernandez, Sal Hernandez, Reme Sauceda, and Lorenzo Sauceda. Arrangements by Gabaldon Mortuary. Thank you to the pallbearers, Father Seville, Thank you to Jaime Villegas, and the Penitentes who recited the rosary, to everyone who brought food and flowers. Thanks to Presbyterian Hospice, Special Thanks to the nursing staff at Fresnius Dialysis Center. Also Thank you to Cecilia Sanchez, Debbie Jojola, and Fred Sedillo, and the staff of Barcelona for your kindness and support during the time that my mother was ill.
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SEDILLO -- Raymond Eric Sedillo January 26, 1970 - April 7, 1998 A Tribute To My Son "My heart does fill with joy just knowing that when my life is all said and done. . . We will again reunite." Happy Birthday MOM
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WEINSHENKER -- Bertram (Bert) A. Weinshenker passed away on January 24, 2005 after a short illness. He was born on September 11, 1920 in Ironton, OH. He graduated from high school in 1938, attended Purdue University in civil engineering, when he joined the Army-Air Corps as a cadet aviator. He graduated from fighter school in 1941 just before the declaration of war in December. He received his commission as a 2nd lieutenant and was assigned to duty in Panama. He flew P40's for several years in the Canal Zone until 1945 when he separated after attaining the rank of Major from the service and moved to Albuquerque. He had visited here in 1936 when his Uncle Sam Minces was establishing a business, and after separating from the military, went to work for him as a bookkeeper. During that time, several WWII veterans decided to stay flying and established the New Mexico Air National Guard. Bert was the first Operations Officer in the "Enchilada Air Force." In 1957 he decided to go into sales and signed a contract with Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Co. In 1961, he left CM and was an independent for several years before he established a District Office for Phoenix Mutual Life. He was very successful and in 1975, was inducted into the Phoenix Hall of Fame. He retired at age 67, sold his house, and moved into an apartment before finally moving into Montebello on Academy. He was preceded in death by his former wife, Katherine Yankie Weinshenker, and his second wife, Joan Parsons Weinshenker. His survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and John Keaton of Albuquerque, their son Michael of Pueblo, CO, his son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Karen Weinshenker, of Albuquerque, their children, Jill and Jeff Dalton and their son, Spencer of Austin, TX and Nina and Eric Parrott of San Francisco, and his sister, Elaine Feldman, also of Albuquerque. Bert requested that no service be held for him and the family respects his wishes. He would be very unhappy at the length of this obituary. He would have preferred, "Bert died, Lincoln Town Car for sale." His close friends will get the symbolism of the above statement. He also wanted us to thank all the friends and staff at Montebello who made his last years so enjoyable.
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