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BERUBE -- Raymond E. Berube, Jr., 67, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Monday, September 19, 2005 at Albuquerque Regional Medical Center. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 1/2 years, Jacqueline Ferreri Berube of Albuquerque; two sons, Craig M. Berube and wife, Pamela, and grandson, Julien of Denver, CO and Wayne P. Berube of Albuquerque. Mr. Berube is also survived by three brothers, Fred Berube of Seattle, WA, Marvin Berube of St. Augustine, FL, and Joseph Berube of Vestal, NY; sister, Catherine Dyer of Forest City, PA. In 1956, with thirty dollars in his pocket, Ray Berube hitchhiked from Vestal, NY to Albuquerque, NM the day after his high school graduation. His goal was to enter the University of New Mexico. He was immediately enrolled at UNM and became a "Walk On" star of the Track Team. He held several distance records for both the school and the conference for a number of years. While attending UNM, he became a model cadet in the UNM Naval ROTC Squadron. Upon graduation he received his commission as an Ensign in the United States Navy. He trained and became an instructor as a Frogman, (the predecessors of the Seals). While on leave from his station in the Indian Ocean on the USS Hornet, he married his college sweetheart and the love of his life, Jackie Ferreri. Ray finished his naval career as a Lieutenant and he and Jackie returned to the Land of Enchantment with their two sons in 1969. Ray served as the president of the New Mexico Automotive Dealers Association for thirty years. His duties included lobbying at the local, state, and federal level. Ray excelled at this duty and became one of the most respected and dependable lobbyists in the United States. He also became a mentor for several local association executives and quickly assumed a position of leadership in his profession. Ray was known in Santa Fe as a trustworthy expert for the automotive retail industry. He was tireless in his job and as a lobbyist initiated many legislative endeavors that are still used as models for legislation throughout the United States. Ray's career and his personal life have been admired by all who have had the pleasure to work and associate with him. Together with his wife, Ray exhibited the highest of standards in this community and their church, Our Lady of the Annunciation. Ray will be missed by those he touched with his generous nature and will be remembered by all for the integrity and professionalism with which he conducted himself. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, September 22, 2005, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, September 23, 2005, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with entombment following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit Thursday, September 22, 2005 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Casa Angelica Home, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 or to the UNM Lobo Club, The Ray Berube Endowment, Dept. of Athletics, MSC 04 2680, #1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

BURNS -- Stanley K. Burns, 59, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2005 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born April 8, 1946 to Roger C. "Bud" and Elma J. (Knutson) Burns in Lynch, NB. Stan is survived by his wife, Marlene (Chavez) Burns of their home in Lemitar, NM; children: Amy McKay of Des Moines, IA; Lynn Bourn and husband, Keith of Norfolk, NB; Cari Scholl and husband, Mark of Lemitar, NM; and Shad Burns of Tampa, FL; step-children: Robert Olguin and Barbara Olguin of Socorro, NM; Roberta Carter and husband, Derrick of Lynn Haven, FL; and Jennie Montoya of Silver City, NM; brothers: Roger Burns and wife, Jolene of Essex, IA; and Lonnie Burns and wife, Donna of Hoskins, NB; sister, Myrna Vonasek and husband, Virgil of Niobrara, NB; six grandchildren; and five step-children. Visitation will be Thursday, September 22, 2005 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Steadman-Hall Funeral Home. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at the San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2005 at the Good Shepherd Luthern Church in Niobrara, NB. Burial will be in the L'Eau Qui Court Cemetery in Niobrara, NB. Pallbearers are Alan Brawley, Richard McEntire, Danny Monette, Larry Fagan, Art Brown and Mick Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers are David Griego and Mark Scholl. Arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

BUVENS -- Ginny Buvens, age 67, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully, Monday, September 19, 2005. She is now reunited with her husband of 37 years who passed away in 1999. Ginny was a devoted mother who enjoyed gardening, sewing, and spending time at the beach in San Diego, CA where she was born. Later in life, her favorite times were spent taking cruises with her husband, Dick. She is survived by her daughters, Lori Cicogna and her husband, Rick, Sheri Buvens, Cindi Buvens, and Suzi Denman and her husband, Mike; grandchildren J.M., Lecia, Zachary, Richard, Zach and R.J.; brothers, Don Gingras and his wife, Jo, Bob Gingras and his wife, Cathy and her furry companion, Toby. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, September 23, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd Chapel. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 7001 Menaul Blvd NE, Suite 1-A, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

CRESPIN -- Rudy Joseph Jude Happy Birthday Rudy! Today in memory we celebrate the day we were blessed by your birth. We miss you dearly, a part of us is gone, an emptiness inside, a painful loneliness. Life has gone on because it has to, but our lives will never be the same; not a day goes by without thinking of you with unyielding love. We cling to the rich memories we have of you for that is all that comforts us. Rudy, we love you today, tomorrow, and always. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. Mom - Dad - Betts
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

CRESPIN -- Rudy Joseph Jude Happy Birthday Mi Hijo. Today as I stand at your grave trying to picture your face, I can only feel remembering what a great loss the day you left us. I know our lives were filled with good times and bad times. I cherish the memories of both, but still this causes my heart pain. I grieve and wipe away my tears and ask God to give me faith and strength to get through the day. My pain will be forever. Love, your mom
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

CRONICAN -- Harriett Bates Cronican, passed away peacefully at her home Monday, September 19, 2005. She was born December 27, 1920 to J.W. "Jack" and Caroline Colcord Bates in Oklahoma City, OK. Raised and educated in Tulsa, she attended Principia Collage in Elsah, IL and was a member of the First Church of Christ, Scientist in Tulsa, Albuquerque, and Boston. Mrs. Cronican was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jack. After wartime assignments in New Mexico and Texas, she and her family moved to Albuquerque in January 1945. She was a member of the Junior League of Tulsa and helped organize, and became a member of the Junior League of Albuquerque. She loved flowers and flower arranging. She was interested in Opera and Symphony and was chairperson for the first Donitas' ball. Mrs. Cronican was a member of the Colonial Dames of America. Her favorite sport was golf and she was a charter member of Four Hills Country Club and, to date, a senior member of the Albuquerque Country Club. She had a second home on the golf course at Angel Fire, NM. Mrs. Cronican is survived by her husband of 62 years, Frank; sons, Frank, Jr. and wife, Jonny, Peter and wife, Linda; daughter, Lynn and husband, Robb Jones; brother, W.C. "Bill" Bates and wife, Pat; and six grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Saturday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Cremains to be privately interred at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Assoc. of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

DANOFF -- Armida C. Danoff passed away Friday, September 16, 2005, with her family at her side at the family home. She was born October 7, 1918 and raised in Gallup, NM, a graduate of Gallup High School, an active officer and member of several civic and community organizations for the first seventy years of her life in Gallup. For the past 17 years, she has lived with her daughter and her family in Cowan Heights, CA. Preceded in death in 1988 by her husband, Isadore H. Danoff, a prominent Gallup businessman, she is survived by her daughter, Pamela S. Danoff-Kraus; son-in-law, Robert W. Kraus; and granddaughter, Jillian Amaris Kraus, all of Cowan Heights, CA; a brother-in-law, Hyman Danoff, Albuquerque; a sister-in-law, June Danoff, Tucson, AZ; a niece, Kerry Danoff, Atlanta, GA; three nephews, Michael Danoff (Margo), Albuquerque; Robert Danoff (Eve), Paradise Valley, AZ, and Eric Danoff (Barbara), Piedmont, CA; seven grandnephews; a cousin, Josephine Del Curto, Gallup; and numerous other family members. A Rosary and Eulogies will be held Friday, September 23, 2005, 7:00 p.m., Rollie Mortuary Chapel, Gallup. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, September 24, 2005, 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral. She will be buried at Sunset Memorial Park. Pall Bearers are Michael Danoff, Robert Danoff, Louis Danoff, Troy Danoff, Ryan Danoff, and Lidio Rainaldi Jr. Honorary Pall Bearers are Hyman Danoff, Brett Danoff, Max Danoff, Sam Danoff, Lidio Rainaldi Sr. and Fred Melton. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Rollie Mortuary, Gallup. Memorial donations to a personal charity of choice are requested in lieu of flowers by the family. She was an "angel amongst us" who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

DOMINGUEZ -- Lawrence Anthony Dominguez November 11, 1961 to September 22, 2003 Two years ago today, the tragedy of your loss struck our family and our hearts, leaving us grief stricken and with an emptiness that words cannot describe. We spent the first year in shock letting the reality of your passing into our hearts and lives as best as we could through tears, anger and the strength and comfort of each other's words and loving arms. During this our second year we were faced with the emptiness of your ever so noticeable absence at birthday parties, holiday celebrations, the blessing of the birth of your beautiful great-niece, Samia Marta, and the wedding of your stepson, Tai. We miss your laughter and incredible sense of humor your gentle kindness and generous spirit, your incredible intellect, and the genius of your musical talent. As we go forward, we thank God for the time we had with you. You've taught us all so much about life and death, joy and loss. You always carried yourself with grace and pride and had the unforgettable gift of never forgetting a name and always being singled out in a crowd. As your youngest sister, I am ever so proud to have you as my brother and now as my guardian angel. We love you and miss you and pray that God's love and perpetual gracious light will always shine upon you. Mom, Jacquie, Tai and Amber, Shawn, Anne, Sammy and Judy, Felima and Valerie, Sean, Camilla and Samia, Marta and Sammy.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

GALLEGOS -- Eufelia Gallegos went home with the Lord on Sunday, September 18, 2005 at the age of 91. Visitation for Mrs. Gallegos will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2005 at Salazar & Sons Mortuary from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. also at Salazar & Sons. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, September 23, 2005 at St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

GARCIA -- Orlando Garcia Born Septemer 7, 1928 Died September 16, 2005 Orlando Garcia, age 77, passed away in Denver, CO on Friday, September 16, 2005 surrounded by family members, after a short illness. Orlando was born in Velarde, NM on September 7, 1928 to Frank and Anita Garcia. A loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. Orlando and his wife of forty-five years, Dolores, rasied their three children in the northern NM village of Tierra Amarilla. Orlando was preceded in death by Dolores and his parents, Frank and Anita. He is survived by his wife of five years, Carmen of Taos, NM; son, Orlando Garcia and wife Lisa; son, Carlos T. Garcia; daughter Maria Elena (Nena) Garcia, all of Albuquerque, NM; granddaughter, Mayo Mercedes Garcia of San Diego, CA; granddaughter, Alisha Jordan of Honolulu, HI; grandson, Joe Russom of Flagstaff, AZ; great-grandson, Matthew Thomas Jordan of Honolulu, HI; step-granddaughters, Elena, Anna and Maggie Schnel of Colorado; brothers, Isaac Garcia and wife, Shirley of Estaca, NM, Tito Garcia and wife Angie of Tierra Amarilla, NM; sisters, Grace Valdez of Farmington, NM, Lucy Smith and husband Jerry of Philadelphia, PA; Virginia Hernandez and husband Mario of San Salvador. Orlando is also survived by many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, godchildren and cherished friends. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 4:00 p.m. at DeVargas Funeral Home, Espanola, NM. A second Rosary will be recited on Friday, September 23, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Velarde, NM. Mass of Christian Burial to be recited on Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Velarde. Burial to follow at 5:00 p.m. at Fairview Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. Arrangements by DeVargas Funeral Home in Espanola, NM.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

GUEVARA -- BELINDA R. Mrs. Belinda R. Guevara, 35, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 19, 2005. Belinda is the beloved wife to Robert Guevara, married for 12 years. She is also survived by her children, Marcus Andrew Guevara and Lorenzo Cortez Guevara; her mother, Rebecca Gurule: two brothers, Gabriel Gurule and wife, Elena, Lewis Casias and wife, Tanya; two aunts, Josephine Chavez and Flora Sanchez; one uncle, Waldo Perea; in-laws, Joe and Alice Guevara; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Belinda was preceded in death by her father, Richard Casias and her brother, Lawrence Casias. Belinda was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gabriella Nieto. A final visitation will be Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Holy Family Church with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Brian Gurule, Martin Perea, Anthony Guevara, Lawrence Luna, Salomon Sanchez and Mark Ortega. Honorary pallbearers will be, Joanna Pacheco, Lorraine Silva, Erica Alfaro and Beverly Gutierrez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

HALTON -- DONNINYA E. Funeral Services for Donninya E. Halton, daughter of Eugene and Melba Halton, will be held Saturday, September 24, 2005 at Phillips Chapel CME Church, 1401 Edith Blvd. SE at 11:00 a.m. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary-Westside Chapel on Friday, September 23, 2005 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

LOPEZ -- MARY. Ms. Mary Lopez went home to be with the Lord on Monday at the age of 68. She was born on July 7, 1937 in Belen, NM. A Rosary will be recited on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Refreshments will be served following the Rosary in the Celebration of Life Room also at the Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. at the St. Anne Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Funeral Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

MONTANO -- EUGENIO C. MONTANO April 9, 1918 - September 22, 2003 In Loving Memory Your Loving Family
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

MONTOYA -- Mrs. Lucy Montoya went home to be with the Lord on Monday at the age of 78. She was born in Aragon, NM on February 23, 1927. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benny Montoya. She is survived by her son, Mike Montoya and wife, Nancy; one daughter, Cathy Gonzalez; two brothers, Joe R. Romero and wife, Linda and Patrick Romero and wife, Carmel; two sisters, Sister Rosella Romero and Virginia Aragon and husband, Victor; two grandchildren, Jeff Montoya and Alex Gonzales; two great grandchildren, Monique Gonzales and A. J. Montoya. She will be missed by her loving family. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Refreshments will be served following the Rosary in the Celebration of Life Room also at the Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Patrick Romero, Joe R. Romero, Jason Wardlow, Albert Aragon, Ron Romero and Lorraine Oest. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Herrera, Robert Aragon, Emilio Herrera and Jesus. Funeral Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

MURRAY -- Thomas Robert "Bobby" Murray May 9, 1982 - September 22, 2004 In loving memory of our beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, and Friend. A year has passed and our hearts still deeply miss you. For those of us who truly loved you, we will never forget what we lost. There is not a day that goes by that we don't think about you or wish you were still here. You will live on in our hearts and memories forever. Love your family.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

O'NEAL -- Valentina O'Neal, our beloved Mother, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2005. A Rosary for Mrs. O'Neal will be recited on Thursday evening, September 22, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Church. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, September 23, 2005 also at Our Lady of Belen where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Our Lady of Belen Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Neal Mitchell, Aaron Montoya, Steven Sage, Michael Sanchez, Don Morgan and Sammy Jordan. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles DeLaPlain and Dave Landers. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

PADILLA -- Bennie Padilla went into the hands of The Lord on Monday, September 19, 2005 at the age of 91. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church where Bennie was an usher for over 20 years. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

PURCELL -- Geoffrey Purcell, 85, died at his home on Monday, September 19, 2005. He was born in Wales and attended college for a short time before joining the Royal Navy as a fighter pilot in the Second World War. He served principally in the Mediterranean, and later became a flight instructor in Lewiston, Maine. After the war, he returned to England to finish his B.Sc. in mining at the University of Birmingham and to work as an assistant mine manager for Britain's National Coal Board. Awarded a scholarship to study and travel in the United States, he earned his M.S. in mining from Pennsylvania State University and met Alice Kipps, a graduate student in English. They married in 1953, while Geoff was employed as overseas sales manager for Dowty Mining Equipment. Following a four-year residence in England, Alice and Geoff returned to Penn State, where Alice gave birth to Charles Kipps (Kip) Purcell in 1959. In 1961, Geoff received a doctorate in mineral preparation and moved his family to Socorro to take a teaching position at New Mexico Tech. He remained at Tech for 29 years, serving at various times as assistant academic dean and chairman of the metallurgy department. In 1984 he became the first recipient of Tech's Distinguished Teaching Award. He is survived by Alice and Kip; by his daughter-in-law, Georgia Will; by his grandchildren, Dylan and Elena; and by five nieces and nephews in the U.K. He was preceded in death by his brother Ron and sister-in-law Doris. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2005, at 4:00 p.m., at St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Montano NW. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the New Mexico Boys & Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE, Albuquerque, NM. 87110, or Socorro Good Samaritan Village, P.O. Box 1279, Socorro, NM. 87801. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

RAGAN -- R.B. Ragan, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since the mid 1930s, died Friday, September 16, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie, whom he affectionately called his "Pretty Precious Bodacious"; daughter, Cathy Ann Caswell and husband, Bill; daughter, Sandra Lee Ragan; grandson, Jeremy Caswell; brother, Arley Ragan and wife, Peggy; brother-in-law, James Seamster and wife, Nancy; a very special mother-in-law, Dorothy Brawn; and many nephews, nieces, and cousins, all of whom he was very fond. Mr. Ragan was born in Cherryvale, KS to Eddie V. and Cora K. Ragan. He attended local schools, Five Points Elementary, Washington Jr. High, and Albuquerque High School (class of 1943). He was a member of the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1946. Mr. Ragan was employed by Albuquerque National Bank (Sunwest Bank) for 44 years, from December 1946 until he retired in August 1990 as Senior Vice President. As a young man, R.B. was dedicated to sports. He was active on a local level in competitive AAU sports including softball, basketball, as well as bowling and golf. Always a die-hard Lobo fan, he participated actively in the UNM Lobo Club as fundraiser, board member and officer for many years. During his employment with Albuquerque National Bank and with community activities, he was active in several areas of community relations. He was fundraiser for United Community Fund as well as Division Head and Vice Chairman of one of its yearly drives. He served on several other agency boards in various capacities including Albuquerque Boys Club, First United Methodist Church and State AAU. He was President of the Albuquerque Junior Chamber of Commerce, Bernalillo County Chairman of the March of Dimes Annual Fund Drive, State Chairman Federated Service Campaign for National Health Agencies and on two U.S. Olympic Committees for New Mexico. He considered this time as well spent for himself, his employer and his favorite city. After his retirement, R.B. chaired the Sunwest Charlie Pride Senior PGA Golf Tournament which he enjoyed doing. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE with Rev. David Okerberg officiating. In lieu of flowers and for those wishing to honor R.B., the family requests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, 87111 or UNMH Children's Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87106, Attn: Erin Doles or a charity of your choice. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

ROMERO -- Anthony Christopher Romero September 22, 1959 - December 18, 2002 HAPPY BIRTHDAY A day never goes by that you are not in our thoughts and prayers. Memories of past birthdays bring smiles to our faces. . . you were always the one that could not keep a birthday secret. May you be in the arms of the Lord with the music of angels signing you happy birthday! We love and miss you so very much. Love your girls Dianna and Marissa
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

RUTLEDGE -- Lynda B. Rutledge, of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2005. Private services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Watermelon Mountain Ranch, 4320-C Ridgecrest Dr. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

SALAZAR -- Richard T. Salazar, age 83, a beloved father, grandfather, was gently and loving wrapped in the arms of the Lord and taken to his Eternal home, Monday, September 19, 2005, while surrounded by his loving family. Visitations will be Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Santo Toribio Catholic Church in Ponderosa, NM; where a Rosary will be recited tonight at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Santo Toribio Church. Interment will follow at the Santo Toribio Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jeff Rinaldi, Dale Prarie, Ernesto Salazar, Abel Vasquez, Todd Loretto, and Ricardo Salazar. Honorary bearers will be Dennis Garcia, Justo Lopez, Clyde Gillen, and David Salazar. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

SHORT -- Ralph Vernon Short, 89, passed away on September 13, 2005. He was born on October 8, 1915 in Nebraska. He is survived by his wife, Enid, a daughter, Donna Ambos and husband, Brooks; two grandchildren, Vernon Ambos and wife, Dana and Brooksene Ambos; and four great-grandchildren, Madison, Emelia, Cole and Ian. He was employed by Lovelace Hospital as a comptroller for many years. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 22 at the Covenant United Methodist Church, 8510 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, 87113, with Reverend Brooks Ambos, Jr. officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Covenant United Methodist Church for the Katrina Hurricane Relief Fund. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

STRETCH -- Dorothy Mary Stretch, 79, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, passed away on September 18, 2005 after a 3-year courageous battle with cancer. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was a resident of Albuquerque since 1967. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, David L. Stretch; daughter, Cynthia A. Parrott, her husband, William R. Parrott of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Brian D. Parrott and wife, Pamela of Edgewood NM; Troy R. Parrott, his wife, Jennifer, and her great-grandchild, Cody W. Parrott of Rio Rancho NM; brother, Burman Hembree and wife, Rose, of Georgia; sisters, Edith Thornburg, Loretta Dowdle and husband, Leonard, of Charlotte, NC; nephew, Jack Tinsman, his wife, Nancy of Berryville, VA; niece, Alois Egan of Boyce, VA; stepson, Larry Stretch, his wife, Patty of Newbrighton, PA; and her stepdaughter, Judith Howell of Westland, MI. She spent most of her life working in the communications industry for Western Union, NSA, and finally retiring from the State of New Mexico. She was very proud of her loving family and will be missed by all the lives she touched. Sleep with the angels Grandma. Graveside Services will be held on Friday, September 23, 2005, 2:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Friends may visit French's Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE on Thursday, September 22, 2005 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

THOMPSON -- Ernest Thompson, 60, resident of Albuquerque since 1956, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2005 surrounded by his family after a valiant battle with cancer. He was a devoted father, avid reader, attended Albuquerque and Valley High Schools, and was in the first graduating class at TVI. He was preceded in death by his father, Fred Thompson, of Crystal, NM. He is survived by his mother, Naomi Becenti of Rehobth Mission, NM; brother, Lee Thompson and wife, Sandra of Albuquerque; brother, Dr. Francis Becenti and wife, Joanne of Vander Wagon; sisters, Faith Bitsie of Tohatchi and Pricilla Becenti of Ft. Wingate; his sons, Ernest Adrian, Fred Allen, and Anthony Ray Thompson; daughter, Ernestina Trujillo of Cochiti; grandsons, Christopher and Anthony; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. in Gallup at Cope Mortuary. Pallbearers are Ernest Thompson, Fred Thompson, Anthony Thompson, Lee Thompson, Leroy Thompson Jr., Robert "Robbie" Becenti, Teddy Cunejo and Ray Pinto.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

WYANT -- Ella "Sue" Dawson Wyant, age 88, went home to be with the Lord on September 11, 2005 (a significant date for a significant Lady!!) Sue Wyant was born in Wayne County, KY on March 1, 1917. She has been a resident of Albuquerque for 41 years. Sue was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Dallas Wyant. Sue was also preceded in death by six siblings; her only surviving sister, Alma Buswell, formerly of Albuquerque, resides in Lexington, KY. Sue is also survived by her two daughters, her youngest, Dee Bauer, along with her family; John Bauer, Suzanne Bauer, and Holly Bauer, all of Albuquerque, and by Carolyn Lampson, her eldest daughter and loving caretaker for many years. "Mama Sue" is also survived by Carolyn's children; Stacy Abruzzo, and Kristy Franchini, both of Albuquerque, Jeffrey Lampson, of Gilbert, AZ; and also by her "adopted" grandchildren: Louis Abruzzo, Paul Franchini , Lisa Lampson, and Joey Coss. "Grandma Sue" was adored and will be greatly missed by her four great-grandchildren: Kelsey Abruzzo, Shauna Abruzzo, Briana Franchini, and Trevor Lampson. "Grandma Sue" will always be remembered by her family for her funny sense of humor, her fabulous cooking, her gift of encouragement, her warm hugs, her love for her family, her love for the ocean, and, of course, for bringing way too many Christmas presents! Sue Wyant was laid to rest at a family ceremony at Vista Verde Memorial Park on Wednesday, September 14, 2005. Friends and family are invited to a "celebration" of her life on Sunday, September 25, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. At Glory Christian Fellowship at 2417 Wyoming Blvd N.E. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to the charity of your choice in her name.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

ZAMORA -- Nash IN LOVING MEMORY OF NASH February 1, 1943 September 22, 2004 Today is one year since we said our goodbyes and it's still so hard to believe that you're gone. I miss you and think about you all the time. I will never forget you. Love D.R.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005

ZEPEDA -- JULIANA ZEPEDA December 4, 1957 - September 6, 2005 She is survived by her brothers, Jose Altamirano and Randy and Ray Telles; sister, Yolanda Marin; and many beloved nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at First Assembly Church of the Way, Valley Drive, Las Cruces.
        Published on: Thu September 22, 2005