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BERGQUIST -- Irving W. Bergquist, 90, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, May 1, 2005. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Jayne Bergquist; nieces, Lesley Schultz and husband, Andrew, Johnelle Phelps and husband, Cliff, Deborah Hudgins and Karen Oligher and husband, Ray; great-nieces and -nephew, Devon Hudgins, Chad Hudgins, Alexandra Phelps, Jordyn Phelps, and Ashley Schultz, all of Albuquerque. Mr. Bergquist was preceded in death by his brother, John W. Bergquist and sister, Ruth Severns. He was a gardener who loved planting vegetables and being outdoors. He also enjoyed trout fishing in local waters. Private family Graveside Services will be held Friday, May 6, 2005 at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. He will be missed by all who loved him. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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BORCHARDT -- Dorothy Caroline Borchardt, age 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 2, 2005 after a brief illness. She is survived by her only child, Carolyn Hasey and husband, Richard of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Stacy Cheshire and husband, Rob of Oceanside CA, and Stephanie Ferner and husband, Jeff of Albuquerque; two great-grandchildren, William and Max Cheshire; and former son-in-law, Gary Pederson. Dorothy was born in Milwaukee, WI on September 8, 1909. She lived there until she married William Borchardt in 1937; they then moved to Minneapolis, MN and later to Chicago, IL. From 1946 until 1983, Grand Forks, ND was her home. In 1983 her family persuaded her to move to Albuquerque. Most recently she resided at the Montebello on Academy. She was an excellent seamstress and musician, being able to play the trumpet, piano, and accordion. She enjoyed singing in the choir and various other musical groups. She liked to hike, play golf, read, and go fishing. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She will be missed. Her husband, William, preceded her in death in 1975, as did her three brothers and granddaughter, Shawna Rae. She will now join them in their heavenly home. Viewing will be Thursday May 5, 2005 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Sunrise Funeral Options at 7601 Wyoming Blvd. Services will be held Friday, May 6, 2005 at the Chapel of Sunrise Funeral Options at 4:00 p.m. Pastor Bruce Wilder will be officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in Grand Forks, ND where her heart has always been. Memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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CRABTREE -- Phyllis R. Crabtree, age 85, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away Monday, May 2, 2005. Born and raised in Torrington CT, she was trained as a registered nurse at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital and served in World War II as a lieutenant in the Army Nurse Corps where she met and married Colby W. Crabtree from Abbott Village, ME. After the war, Phyllis and Colby resided in Torrington and Guilford, ME before relocating to Hollywood, FL. Phyllis worked as an office nurse for several orthopedic surgeons and was active in the Moose Club, American Legion and VFW. After Colby's death in 1995, Phyllis retired to Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years; her parents, Frank and Elizabeth (nee Brown) Conforti; and brothers, Victor and Clement Conforti. She is survived by her daughters, Sandra K. Hanneman, Linda C. Bono, and Susan C. Peyerl; sister, Kathleen Frate; three grandchildren, Jennifer Peyerl, Freddie Peyerl, and Joel Colby Hanneman; one great-granddaughter; and dozens of nieces and nephews. She worked as a nurse until the age of 75 and then volunteered as a tutor for educationally disadvantaged youth and adults, hospital auxiliary member and blood pressure screener at senior centers. She received many honors and awards for her volunteer work. Phyllis loved bridge and golf. Phyllis will be missed by her family and many friends around the country. She will be remembered by many as a person who made the world a better place in so many ways. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 6, 2005 at St. Chad Episcopal Church, 7171 Tennyson Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Phyllis Crabtree to the Women's Memorial Foundation, Dept. 560, Washington, DC 20042-0560.
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DELFINO -- Manuel R. Delfino, 7, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away as the result of a car accident on April 29, 2005. Manuel is the beloved son to Ronald J. and Gina Delfino. Manuel is also survived by two brothers, Dominic Sena and Gabriel Delfino; his grandparents, Paul and Dolores Pruitt and May Delfino; great-grandmother, Aurora Perea; aunts and uncles, Adam Pruitt (his Godfather), Raymond Mendoza, Wendy Worley and husband, Larry and Beverly Roybal (his Godmother); many cousins and friends. Manuel was a student at Hubert Humphrey Elementary School. A visitation for Manuel will be Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Prayer Service to be held at 7:00 p.m. by Larry Worley. A final visitation will be Thursday morning in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon with a Funeral Service to be held at twelve noon by Larry Worley. Cremation will follow services. In lieu of flowers, please make donations and contributions at the Wells Fargo Bank under his name. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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DICKENS -- Gregory (Greg) Charles, 43, made his Heavenly homecoming on April 29, 2005 due to an internal injury. He was born in Dallas, TX, and attended Lake Highland High School. In 1983 he moved to Albuquerque, NM, which he called his home. We will always remember his silliness, and how easily he could make us laugh. He enjoyed working on cars, and loved all his pets. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lois Dickens of Albuquerque, NM, and an infant nephew, Cameron Smith, of Plano, TX. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Dickens of Rio Rancho, NM; father, Dempsey Dickens of Albuquerque, NM; brother, Brian Dickens of Anna, TX; sister, Lisa Dickens-Smith of Plano TX; three nieces; and numerous nephews. A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Thursday, May 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Rio Rancho with the Rosary being recited at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Albuquerque Humane Society. Greg is dearly loved and very missed by all his friends and family. Services under the care of: SUNRISE FUNERAL OPTIONS 2400 Southern Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM (505) 891-9192
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DOMINGUEZ -- Lena Dominguez, age 78, beloved Mother, grandmother, and sister, was called home to with the Lord our Savior, Tuesday, May 3, 2005. Lena was a resident of Bernalillo; and a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joaquin Dominguez in 2003. Lena is survived by her loving children, Barbara Maestas and husband Donald, Gerry Gleason and husband Gary, Greg Dominguez and wife Kim; her precious grandchildren, Donna Maestas, Jack Maestas and wife Pam, Michael, Wendy, and Amy Gleason, Janan, Jeremy, Jordon, and Michael Dominguez; great-grandchildren, Patrick Nasworthy and Madison Bianco. Also surviving are her sisters, Bella Archibeque and husband Jose C., Isabel Aragon, and Elsie Salas; brothers, Eustaquio Salas and wife Cerelia, and Fernando Salas and wife Lorraine; numerous nieces, nephews, and other beloved family members and friends. Lena will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those whose lives she touched. Visitations will be Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 8:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Bernalillo. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Gary Gleason, Donald Maestas, Jack Maestas, Michael Gleason, Martin Salas, and Greg Dominguez. At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, please make Memorial Contributions to Valle Norte Care Center Unit 200, 8820 Horizon Blvd., NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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DOUGLAS -- Dorothy Douglas, 87, died Friday, April 29, 2005. Dorothy was born in Marville, KS and resided in Albuquerque for eight years. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Biegel, and her husband, David; sons, Ronald Douglass and wife Joann, as well as Charles Douglas, and wife Carol; sister, Thelma Moore; as well as her grandchildren, Ronald Douglass Jr., Joanna Duarte, John Douglass, Ronald Douglas, Vivian Douglas, Jennifer Ranger, Christopher Biegel, David Douglas, Charles Douglas, and Peggy Douglas; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garfield; son, John David; grandson, Jeffrey Lynn Douglass; sisters, Margie and Maxine; and great-grandchildren, Tabitha and Fiona. Her life was devoted to her family, her Christian Science practice, which was performed for over fifty years, and many friends from all areas of the globe. Services will be held Wednesday, 2:00, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will take place Wednesday, at Pajarito Cemetery, Albuquerque, NM. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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DURAN -- Alfredo Amado Duran, 96, a lifetime resident of New Mexico, and living in Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, May 2, 2005. Alfredo was born June 7, 1908 the son of Jose Inez and Andalesia Gomez Duran in New Mexico. He had worked in construction before retiring. Alfredo was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by three children, Jerry Duran and wife Mary of Albuquerque, Mary Alice Guerin and husband Gene of Albuquerque, and Julius Duran and wife Donna of Bernalillo, NM; one sister, Ramona Jimenez of Clovis, NM; 17 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. The Visitation will be at 9:00 a.m. with the Rosary being recited at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. today, Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave. NE, Albuquerque with Fr. Johnny Lee Chavez as the Celebrant. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho. Pallbearers will be Joseph Cramer, Bruce Bogard, Robbie Bogard, Jerry Duran, Jr., Eugene Duran, and Paul Guerin. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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FOX -- Roy Fox, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1943, passed away on May 1, 2005. He was born November 7, 1918 in Stillwell, OK. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Louise; two children, Glenn Fox and wife Carol of Albuquerque and Janice Lee and husband Carl of Mountain City, TN; four brothers, three sisters, three grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He served in the military and later worked for Snap-on-Tools, Phillips Oil Company and owned Fox-Miller Radiator Shop. He also worked at Sandia Base and the University of New Mexico. Racing was his hobby. Services will by held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 6, 2005 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary - Lomas Blvd Chapel from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, 2005. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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GARCIA -- Joseph H. Garcia went home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2005 at the age of 58. He was born on October 20, 1946 in Albuquerque, NM. He served proudly in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his son Anthony Garcia and wife Rebecca; daughter, Yvonne Garcia; brothers, Jerry Garcia and wife Josephine and James Garcia and wife Lorraine; sister, Emily Trujillo and husband Fidel and his grandchildren, Julian Angel, Henry Joseph and Jackie. Joseph will be deeply missed by all. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at St. Anne Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with full military honors. Pallbearers will be Chris Trujillo, Manny Avila, Tommy Montoya, Allen Smith, George Herrera and Paul Trujillo. Honorary pallbearer will be Mary Pauline Rodriguez. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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GARCIA -- Juanita Martinez Garcia passed away May 1, 2005. Services will be held at Albuquerque Central Seventh Day Adventist Church 2201 Estancia Dr. NW, beginning with a viewing on Thursday, May 5, at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 7:00 p.m. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 6 at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park in Albuquerque. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St. Belen.
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GIOMI -- Ioli Gradi Giomi passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 1, 2005. Born in Lucca, Italy, March 3, 1920, Ioli studied piano and became an accomplished musician before moving to Albuquerque, NM in 1948. Here she met and married Marcello Giomi. She loved her Italian heritage so much that she co-founded the "Club Culturale Italiano" and became the editor of "Il Giornalino Di Gian Burasca." This resulted in her being knighted by the Italian government for her efforts in promoting the Italian culture. A skilled accompanist and teacher, she left her mark on the musical community. Her talents and creativity extended to writing, sewing and needlecrafts. Her love of chocolate and peanut butter were only surpassed by her love for her two grandsons, Alex Hughes and Evan Giomi. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marcello; her sisters, Thelma, Chepy, Bombi, Siri, Elsie, and Sela; and her brothers, Lamberto, Salvatore (Ciaccio), Rico, and Arthur. She is survived by her children, Andrew Giomi and wife, Joan Blackburn, and their son, Evan; Rita Giomi of Seattle, WA; Sylvia Giomi and husband, Scott Hughes and their son, Alex; Julie and Joel Crespy; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be held on Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. A Mass will be held on Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The family thanks all the loving, caring staff of the Woodmark and Companion Care, who took such good care of our mother over the last several years. In lieu of flowers, the family requests you make a donation to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GRONSETH -- Delmar Gronseth, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1935, died Tuesday, May 3, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Gronseth of the family home; children, Ken Gronseth of Salt Lake City, UT, Nick Gronseth of Albuquerque, NM, Bruce Gronseth and wife, Denine, of Albuquerque and Lois Gronseth of Bozeman, MT; grandchildren, Tyler and Taryn; sister, June George of Bridger, MT; nephew, Mike George and family of Bridger, MT and niece Cheryl Klessens and family of Red Lodge, MT. Mr. Gronseth worked for Southern Union Gas Company for 20 years and retired from Sandia National Labs. Services will be held Friday, May 6, 2005, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Pastor Elizabeth Purdum, officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Thursday, May 5, 2005 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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HADLEY -- Patrick Lee In Loving Memory Patrick Lee Hadley May 4, 1968 - December 21, 1998 Occasionally, we are graced with the presence of an Angel. They are unable to stay with us for long, but while they do, they bring unprecedented joy and happiness to all they touch. While they are here, we bask in their goodness and marvel at their accomplishments. When they leave, we are left with devastation that comes with losing such a wonderful son. But Angels are not ours to keep. They are ours to enjoy. Learn from, and behold until our Lord calls them home. We are happy loving your memory, Son. We will meet again. Please walk with your brother in Iraq. Love, Mom and your family
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HUFF -- James R. Huff, 73, died at his home in Albuquerque Sunday, May 1, 2005, after a long illness. A generous soul of remarkable courage and steadfast spirit, he is survived by his wife, Juliet; son, James; daughter, Mary Romero, both of Albuquerque; daughter, Julie Hipps of New Bern, NC; and seven grandchildren. Family services will be held at the Romero Ranch, Newkirk, NM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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KING -- Faye N. King, 99, a resident of Edgewood, NM died Sunday, May 1, 2005. She is survived by her son, Joe King and wife, Barbara, of Edgewood; one granddaughter, Linda King; and numerous nephews and friends. Faye was preceded in death by her parents, William Thomas and Dora Elizabeth Northam; husband, Reuben King; sons, William Jackson King and James Raymond King; and eight brothers and sisters. She was born in Oklahoma and moved to New Mexico in 1921. She met Reuben King not long after arriving and they were married in the early 20s. Faye kept busy raising her two sons until Joe was born in 1943 and then she really got busy. In 1942 Reuben built the house that Faye lived in up until her death. Faye served as the Postmistress at Edgewood for 23 years until retiring at the age of 70. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, doting grandmother and friend to many and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held Friday, May 6, 2005, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Blvd. Burial will follow at Mountain Valley Cemetery in Barton, NM. Friends may visit one hour prior to the service. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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MCCLURE -- Gordon W. McClure, born March 22, 1923 in Mt. Pleasant IA, died on April 23, 2005 in Albuquerque, NM, his home since 1955. He is survived by three children, John McClure of Santa Fe, NM, Judy Hulsey of Fort Worth TX, and Tom McClure of Arvada, CO; a brother, Eugene McClure of Deerfield, IL; six grandchildren; an aunt; and six cousins. He was privileged to have been helped by many wonderful friends, co-workers and mentors. He worked as a physicist at Bartol Research Foundation in Philadelphia from 1950 to 1955, and at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque from 1955 until 1982. He was coauthor of a book on physics and author of thirty publications in various physics journals. He gave numerous lectures and published many editorials on arms control, problems facing our children, economics, and health care reform. He deemed most rewarding his work on international arms control and world peace. A Memorial gathering will be held on May 8, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Church Social Hall located at Carlisle and Comanche NE. Please do not send flowers, instead make a donation to the Humanist Society Essay Contest. Phone (505) 473-1916 for information.
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MELANCON -- Helen Evelyn, 86, born on October 28, 1918 in St. David, AZ. She passed away Sunday, April 24, 2005, in Dallas, TX, surrounded by her loving family, after complications from an aneurysm. She married Nichols L. Melancon, Jr. on April 13, 1935. They spent 60 wonderful years together before his passing in May, 1995. She worked at Sandia National Labs as an accountant from 1951 until her retirement in 1979. After retirement she loved cooking, entertaining, sewing, gardening, and traveling. She is survived by two sons, Nichols Melancon III of Prairieville, LA, Patrick K. and wife, Suzanne of Dallas, TX; 12 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. She loved and lived life to the fullest and will be greatly missed by all who were privileged to have known her. Graveside Services will be held Friday, May 6, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation.
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MIERS -- John L. Miers, age 51 and a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on Monday, May 2, 2005 in a local hospital following an illness. John was born in Albuquerque on December 10, 1953 to the late Robert J. and Eupha (Merrell) Miers. He is survived by one sister, Cheryl A. Miers of Albuquerque; three aunts, Grace Bostick, Carolyn Talbot, and Mildred Leeson. Graveside Services will be held Thursday May 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE with Chaplain Gordon Stuit officiating. All services are under the care and direction of: Fitzgerald and Son 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE 884-1188
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OTERO -- Fred Otero, 54, beloved son, brother and husband passed away with his loving family at his side on May 1, 2005 after a battle with cancer. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Elizabeth (Villescas) Otero and his children, Albert D. Otero and Phyllis A. Romero and her husband, Leroy; seven grandchildren, Ben, Damian, Jasmine, Victoria, Zechariah, Azhyan and Zion; his parents, Florian and Celina Otero; four brothers, Leo Otero and wife, Arthur Otero, David Otero and Leroy Otero; seven sisters, Berna Apodaca and husband Jimmy, Margaret Dean and husband Chris, Julia Lucero and husband Frank, Melva Vigil and husband Jeff, Maria Venezuela and husband Phillip, Patricia Otero Johnson and husband Hoss and Margaret Kanitz; numerous relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. Please join the family in celebration of Fred's life here on earth on May 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Church of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Rd NE, Albuq., NM. The family wishes to express their thanks to the staff at Presbyterian Hospice Unit for all their help in our time of need. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.
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REIMERS -- Frances Virginia Reimers, 85, died on Monday, April 25, 2005. Frances had lived her entire life in California until 1986 when she moved to Albuquerque. She is survived by her children: son, John Reimers of Hayward, CA; and daughter, Mary Chappelle and husband, Edsal of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Royce G. Reimers; parents, Bertha and Roy Johnson; and brother and sister-in-law, Stanley and Charlotte Johnson. Our mother's love will never be taken away; it will always be with us as she travels on a new journey. Prior to marriage, Frances worked as an escrow and bank officer, and then became a homemaker after marriage. Her life focused on her family and her church. She loved her home and her garden, raising plants each year from seeds and tending them and enjoyed the birds who visited her garden. She enjoyed rosemaling painting, and sewing which she did with great skill and finesse. Pursuant to her wishes no services are planned. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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ROOP -- Katrina Marie Roop, seven months, passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2005. Katrina was born September 27, 2004, the daughter of Vincent Franklin and Cathalina Irene Serna Roop in Albuquerque, NM. Katrina captured everyone's hearts with her eyes and her smile. Her family extends their heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses, and staff for the wonderful care and support given to her and her family. Katrina is survived by her parents, Vincent and Cathalina; four brothers, Joseph, Matthew, Steven, and Jeremy; and one sister, Christine; maternal grandparents, Ernest and Dolores Serna of Rio Rancho; great-grandparents, Pete and Dorothy Serna; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many other loving family. Visitation for Katrina will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2005 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 6, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in the Garden of Innocents in Vista Verde Memorial Park, Rio Rancho. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
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SANCHEZ -- KATHY B. SANCHEZ June 5, 1962 - April 27, 2005 The family of Kathy Sanchez would like to thank everyone for the support and love shown by all our friends, family, Dr. Patrick Rivera and staff, and other health care providers. You may have sent cards, money, flowers, food, well wishes, or spent time with us during these very difficult times. We will always appreciate all that everyone has done and wish to say thank you. The great love shown to us will never be forgotten.
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SANCHEZ -- Leonela G. Mrs. Leonela G. Sanchez, 89, born August 13, 1915 and a resident of Albuquerque passed away on May 1, 2005 peacefully at home with her loving family by her side. Mrs. Sanchez is survived by her six children, Marie Neville and Lloyd, Rita Saladin and Dan, M.R. (Richard) Sanchez and Theresa, Robert Sanchez and Mary Jane, Sally Cordova, and Teddy Sanchez; one brother, Willie Garley and Reina; 18 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Sanchez was preceded in death by her husband, Sosteno; a son, Leo; two sisters; and five brothers. Mrs. Sanchez was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation for Mrs. Sanchez will be Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at San Jose de Los Duranes Catholic Mission, 2110 Los Luceros Rd. NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation will be Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at San Jose de Los Duranes Catholic Mission with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Jerry. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Saladin, Ron Sanchez, Jason Sanchez, Bobby Sanchez, Anthony Sanchez, and Lawrence Apodaca. Honorary pallbearers will be Lance Neville, Kevin Sanchez and Miguel Cordova. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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SANCHEZ -- Levi J. Sr. Mr. Levi J. Sanchez Sr., 61, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on May 1, 2005 following a long and courageous battle with diabetes. Levi is the beloved husband to Mrs. Cathy Sanchez, married for 35 years. Levi is also survived by his two sons, Levi Jr. and Brian; his mother, Eppie Quintana; five brothers, Frank Sanchez and wife, Cruzita, Ernest Sanchez and wife, Josephine, Fred Sanchez and wife, Leonor, Randy (Albert) Sanchez and wife, Blanca, Eddie Sanchez and wife, Cathy; sister in law, Dorothy Sanchez; mother in law, Andrea Gilliam; step-mother, Sara Sanchez; very dear friends, Jerry and Josie Gonzales of Wildomar, CA; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, Godchildren, cousins and friends. Levi was preceded in death by his father, Johnnie Sanchez; a brother, Steven Sanchez; father in law, George Gilliam; and a sister in law, Vangie Gilliam Romero. Levi was retired from the Albuquerque Police Department after 25 years of service. A visitation will be Thursday morning from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Mildred NW with a Memorial Mass to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. by Father Ron Carrillo. Interment of Levi's cremains will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations and contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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SERAFIN -- Rosendo "Ross" Serafin, a resident of Albuquerque and a former resident of Belen, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 3, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Prescilla Serafin; daughters, Gloria Baros and husband, Mike and Rose Perez, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Christopher Perez, Eva, James, and Adam Ross Baros; and many nephews and friends. Ross worked for 41 years at the AT&SF Railroad in Belen. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and also a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW. Mass will be celebrated, Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his nephews, Dennis, Henry, Pete, Gilbert, Killo, and grandson, Christopher Perez. Honorary pallbearers will be Eva, James, and Adam Ross Baros. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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STEGER -- Mary T. Steger, 76, of Albuquerque, beloved wife of 55 years of James G. Steger, was lifted by angels to the Father on Monday, May 2, 2005. She is survived by her husband, James and their four children, Mary Lynne (Steger) Paoletti and husband, Michael and their children, Marissa, Matthew and Meredith of Maryland, Jim Steger and wife, Betsy and their children, Jim and wife, Heidi and their son, Calvin, Jennifer, Katie, Vanessa and Nick, all of Albuquerque, Cindy (Steger) Shields and husband, Bob and their children, Mike and son, Jeremy, Tim, Jamie, and Danny, all of Albuquerque, and Jon Steger and wife, Shari and their daughter, Haley of Nebraska. Mary loved meeting people and embraced everyone as a friend. She was particularly fond of the waiters and waitresses she met at various New Mexico restaurants. Mary's own experience as the original hostess at Bloomingdale's Restaurant in White Flint, (Washington D.C.) was one of her most cherished memories. Mary was also proud of her accomplishments as a duplicate bridge player winning many master points over the years. Together with her husband, James, an officer in the U.S. Air Force (retired), Mary traveled to ten different states and two foreign countries. Mary will be remembered by her family and friends and by those who comforted and cared for her during her illness, not only for the gentleness, good humor and love she exhibited during her life, but also for the dignity, grace, and honor she displayed during her illness. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, May 4, 2005, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, May 5, 2005, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Lomas NE at Tennessee NE. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Our Lady of Assumption School Fund. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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TRUJILLO -- Robert 1985-2005 Robert Trujillo, 20, formally of Belen, passed away early Saturday morning, April 30, 2005 in Hillsboro, OR. He was born January 15, 1985 in Albuquerque, NM. He attended Dennis Chavez Elementary School, and Belen High School until he moved to Hillsboro, OR in 1999. He graduated from Century High School in 2003 and began taking classes at Portland Community College. He was an avid coin collector and loved working on his computer. He worked at the "greatest place on earth, Jack in the Box", where he was a shift leader. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Parish until moving, and was currently a member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church. Robert is survived by loving family: his parents, Joseph and Tina; his brother, Christopher; his sister Elizabeth; and his nephew, Michael Prater, all of Hillsboro, OR. He is also survived by his grandparents, Larry and Rachel August, and Sesario and Angelina Trujillo, all of Belen; his aunts and uncles, John and Cheryl Trujillo of Las Cruces, Jerry and Gloria Esquibel of Madison, AL, David Trujillo of Albuquerque, Michael and Katherine Trujillo of Los Lunas, Liza and Dan Bales of Albuquerque, Larry and CJ August of Los Lunas, Lisa August of Albuquerque, Annette and Ken Sandlin of Los Lunas; his best friend, Victor Avila of Beaverton, OR; and many cousins and friends. Robert will be greatly missed. He had a heart of gold and made many friends throughout his life. He will always be loved and never forgotten and we know that is at peace now with our Father in Heaven. A visitation will begin at 6:30 p.m. Thursday May 5, 2005 at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday morning May 6, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. with Father Stephen Shultz officiating, and burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Trujillo, David Trujillo, Michael Trujillo, Larry August, Patrick Rael, and Victor Avila. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, 418 W. Reinken in Belen.
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TUMULAK -- Mary Tumulak, 84, passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2005. Mary a past resident of San Diego, Calf.; retired from the YMCA as a housekeeper. She lived in Albuquerque after the death of her sister in law Carmen Garcia. Mary was devoted to her church in San Diego, and her loving family. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Tumulak. Mary is survived by her brother, Jesus Garcia of Albuquerque; nephew, Gustavo Garcia of Albuquerque; and great nephew, Victor Garcia and wife, Molly of Albuquerque; and many friends in San Diego, Calif., and Dallas, Texas. Visitation for Mary will be Tuesday, May 3, 2005, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Palm Chapel, Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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URBANO -- Isabel R. Urbano, age 71, was born June 18, 1933 and passed away Monday, May 2, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lucio L. Urbano; her father, Miguel Reyes; her mother, Isabel Reyes; brothers, Paul and Rey Reyes; sister, Irma Sanchez and best friend, Dominga Castillo. Isabel is survived by her sons, Lucio, Antonio, and Alfonso Urbano; daughters, Rachel Urbano and Rebecca Hartzog and husband Mark; three brothers, Rudy Reyes, Mike Reyes and wife, Nellie, and Joe Reyes and wife, Stella; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Visitation and Services will be held at Albuquerque Bible Church, 320 Montano NW. A viewing and visitation will held on Thursday, May 5, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, May 6, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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VALDEZ -- Leo Valdez, age 70, passed away Friday, April 29, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Mable; daughter, Ivy; son-in-law, Raymond; son, Leo Walter; his four grandchildren, Renelle, Robyn, Eric, and Isaac; two great grandchildren, Shiloh and Diego; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Viewing and services will be held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW. A viewing will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2005 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., followed by a Prayer Service. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, May 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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VANDERZEE -- Dorothy VanderZee, 72, of Berthoud, CO, died May 1, 2005 at McKee Medical Center. She was born in Cleveland, OH. She was a retired school teacher and counselor in the Los Lunas school district, Los Lunas, NM. She was a longtime Democrat and was very active in her party. She was a member of NEA (National Education Association), Delta Gamma Kappa, Red Hat Society, and various writing and book clubs. Dorothy was a longtime Christian and was active in her churches. She loved kids and enjoyed counseling them. She also volunteered for many organizations. Dorothy loved traveling, going on cruises, singing and entertaining. She was also a connoisseur of Hot Green Chile. Dorothy especially loved being a grandma. She also realized a lifetime dream of writing two books. One of them she wrote with her grandsons, Mark and Mike. Dorothy is survived by her husband, Michiel VanderZee; daughters, Karen VanderZee of Albuquerque, NM, Laurie Closter of Stafford, VA, Elizabeth Harris of Berthoud, CO; brother, Hank Wagner of Newport Richie, FL; sister, Ruth of Cleveland, OH; four grandchildren; and a dragon named Grendel. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Carol. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, May 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Allnutt Hunter Chapel with a reception to follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dorothy VanderZee Memorial Fund in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 2100 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, CO 80538.
        Published on: Wed May 04, 2005