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BACA -- David James Baca, Jr., 83, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, was called to eternal life on Sunday, October 9, 2005 at the Village at Alameda Assisted Living Center. He graduated from Albuquerque High School where he was on the football team. He also attended the Military Institute and New Mexico State University. Dave was a World War II veteran. He retired after 35 years from the Employment Security Commission. Dave was a member of Risen Savior Catholic Community. He was a loving father and grandfather and wonderful neighbor and friend. He will be missed and always remembered by his family and friends. He is survived by his three sons, David and his wife, Gloria, Albert and his wife, Linda and Michael and his wife, Judith and five grandchildren, Alison, Michelle, David James IV, Patrick and Melanie. He is also survived by his former wife, Nelda Baca. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, October 12, 2005, 6:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated, Thursday, October 13, 2005, 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Father Richard Olona will be the Celebrant. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Friends may visit at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. until time of Rosary. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ambercare Hospice, 420 N. Main St., Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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BACA -- ELSIE R. Mrs. Elsie R. Baca, 63, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 10, 2005 peacefully at home with her family by her side. Mrs. Baca is the beloved wife to Mr. Arthur (Art) Baca married for 34 years. Mrs. Baca is also survived by two daughters, Stephanie Imbro and husband, Ralph Garcia, Yvonne Sprunk and husband, Bart Bacon; three grandsons, James Imbro, R.J. Garcia, and Matthew Bacon; four sisters, Grace Robledo and husband, Jesus, CiCi Montero and husband, Arnie, Mary Sanchez, Nancy Elks and husband, Bob; one brother, Toby Romero; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Elsie was preceded in death by her parents, Toby and Carmen Romero. Elsie was a member of the Catholic Church, retired social worker from C.Y.F.D. for the State of New Mexico after 27 years of service. A visitation for Elsie will be Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5401 St. Joseph Pl. NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gabriella Nieto. A final visitation will be Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church with a Communion Service to be held at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be, John Rael, Ralph Garcia, James Imbro, Toby Romero, Jesus Robledo and Alfred Morris. Honorary pallbearer will be, R.J. Garcia. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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BRITTAIN -- Rev George L. Brittain, a longtime resident of Grants, NM and beloved Pastor, who served several churches around New Mexico, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2005. For the past year, he had been a resident of the Grants Good Samaritan Center, where he was cared for by a loving staff. Rev. Brittain was retired from Central Baptist Church and Pastor Emeritus of First Baptist Church of Grants. Brother George became pastor of The First Baptist Church of Grants in 1954. Bro. George was orphaned by age five, then lived with his grandfather in Childress, Texas until age 12. For most of his teenage years George "hoboed" around the United States riding freight trains and visiting 39 states by age 17. George married the Love of His life, Flois E. Cogdill, October 1, 1938, at Childress, Texas. He served in the US Army during World War II and following his discharge, he, Flois and their two boys moved to Albuquerque where he worked until his call to the ministry in 1948. George is survived by his wife of 67 years, Flois; two sons, Larry and wife, Barbara Brittain of Artesia, Bob and wife, Judy Brittain of Thoreau; grandchildren, Lora Brittain of Kansas, Mike Brittain of Edgewood, Rick Brittain of Tennessee, David Brittain of Rio Rancho, and step- grandchildren, Toby Brittain of California and Angie Gregory of Rio Rancho. There are also 19 great- grandchildren who love their "Papa" very much. Rev. Brittain was preceded in death by his grandson, Jody Brittain. Services to celebrate the life of Bro. George Brittain will be Thursday, October 13, 2005. There will be a time of viewing and visitation at Central Baptist Church, 701 Sage Ave, Grants, NM, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The Memorial service will be at the First Baptist Church, 224 Mountain Road, Grants, NM at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Grants Memorial Park. Officiating the services will be Dr. David Brittain, Rev. Lonnie Jordan, Rev. Hugh Rogers, and Rev. Milford Misener. Bro. George encouraged that any donation be given to Gideons International, PO Box 140800 Nashville, TN. 371214-0800. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ., NM. 87107 505-343-8008.
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BUGG -- Alan Henry Bugg, age 50, passed away in the University of New Mexico Hospital on Friday, October 7, 2005 following a fierce battle with West Nile Virus Encephalitis. Alan Bugg was born July 4, 1955 in Albuquerque NM. He attended and graduated from the Tucumcari School System in 1975. He was employed during his lifetime by his parents of their farms and ranch, the Matador Cattle Company, Tucumcari EMS, Quay County Sheriff's Office, Quay County Detention Center and for the City of Tucumcari. He was a member of the B P O Elks Lodge 1172 of Tucumcari. The NM Cattle Growers Assoc. the Tucumcari Crime Stoppers. He received a kidney-pancreas transplant on June 17, 2005 in Minneapolis, MN. He is survived by his wife, Catherine and their son, Quinten Lee Bugg, both of Tucumcari, NM; Alan's two brothers: Buddy Manning and John R. Bugg, both of Tucumcari NM; a host of cousins; two nephews; aunts, and uncles. Memorial Services will be conducted on Friday, October 14, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. in the First Presbyterian Church. Rev. Iola Allender, minister of First Presbyterian Church and Rev. Ben Larzelere. Minister of Christ Lutheran Church of Santa Fe, will officiate. The family suggests for those who wish, donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Tucumcari, the Tucumcari Helping Hands Hospice, the 4-H Foundation, or to our favorite charity in memory of Alan H. Bugg.
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CARROLL -- Philip Carroll passed away on October 6, 2005. He is survived by his father, Hiram Carroll; his mother, Jamie Everett Johnson; stepfather, James Johnson; brothers, Patrick Carroll and James Johnson, Jr.; sisters, Pamela Christian Carroll, Patricia Celeste Nickols, Judy Lynn Johnson and Janice Marie Johnson. A Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2005, also at Chapel of Sunrise. Burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2005. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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COOPER -- Charmaine (Elledge) Cooper, born May 7, 1954 in Albuquerque, NM, was unexpectedly taken from this earth on October 9, 2005. She loved to crack jokes and had a quick wit, just as her idol, Lucille Ball. She was an excellent seamstress and avid hockey fan. She loved colorful clothing, turquoise jewelry, fishing at Heron Lake with her companion Steve, and most of all her son, James. She graduated from St. Joseph School of Nursing in Fort Worth, TX and spent most of her life caring for others. She is survived by her companion, Steve Ingram and her son, James. Other survivors include James' father, David; her siblings, John, Mary, Martha, Monica, and F.X. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, Eli, Andy, Elizabeth, Paul, David, Mary Catherine, and Peter; and by her many relatives, extended family, and friends who loved her. She will be dearly missed by everyone whose lives she touched. Her life will be celebrated and her ashes spread on Wednesday at Heron Lake.
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DECHON -- Dorothy Adele ("Lee") Dechon, passed away Friday, October 7, 2005, just short of her 84th birthday, at her home in Rio Rancho, NM. Lee was a loving mother, friend, and source of strength to all who knew her. Not only the daughter of a military family, she herself was a 5th Air Force intelligence officer (aerial photography of Japanese bases and shipping) during WWII in the South Pacific, serving much of 1943 in the New Guinea area. Wounded during the October 1944 American invasion of Leyte Gulf in the Philippines, she received the Purple Heart. Years later, after a long marriage, Lee worked in the Civil Service at Ft. Bliss, TX, with mental health and drug/alcohol abuse programs, one such program she herself started in Germany called "KOOL" (Keep Our Own Living). After retiring from Civil Service and as a member of AARP, she worked several more years with seniors helping them to understand their medications and the effects of substance abuse in the elderly. In 1999, Lee moved to Rio Rancho, NM, to be closer to her family at that time and continued to work with seniors as a volunteer in the "Peer Counseling" group in the Rio Rancho/Albuquerque area. Her final years were spent enjoying her home, garden and friends in Rio Rancho, NM, where she lived with her daughter Pamela Lee Maki. Lee's sudden passing will leave a great void in many people's hearts who knew and loved her. Lee is survived by her son, John Clay Dechon; daughters, Pamela Lee Maki and Hanni Claire Hernandez; her grandson, George Mark Dechon; and her best friend, Humphrey, her dog. Mom, we will see you again as this life is only a temporary passing and you will always be in our hearts. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please send any donations that you might feel appropriate to your local Humane Society, since Lee was an ardent supporter of animal rights and welfare. Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at 4:00 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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DUNN -- Robert Richard Dunn, 38, born in Albuquerque; prospered and met his true-love in Amarillo, TX died October 7, 2005 of an apparent heart attack in Amarillo. Robbie, as he was known by family and friends, will be remembered as one who would give whatever he had to whoever needed what he had or could get. Full of life and deep-seated love, Robbie and his fiancee, Nichelle Burns, were to be married this winter and planned on having "a really big family." Robbie was a self-taught computer/electronics expert with a gift and love for music. He helped organize and performed with January's Little Joke, a local band that performed in and around Albuquerque during the early 1990s. Robbie is survived by his mother, Ann Corn of Henderson, NV; father, JW Dunn and stepmother, Margaret of Layton, OK; step-father, James Corn and his mother "Grandma" Jeanne Corn of Albuquerque; sister, Leigh Anne Corn of Henderson; brother, Jason Dunn of Irvine, CA; sister, Jessica Dunn of Lawton, OK; sister, Kelli Hennessee of Lawton; brother, Jared Dunn of Lawton, OK; grandparents, Bill and Maureen Dunn of Jourdanton, TX; great-uncle, Jimel Barrack of Albuquerque; uncle and aunt, Richard and Linda Geha of Albuquerque; aunt and uncle, Kathy and Ken Gibson of Arlington, TX; aunt and uncle, Carolyn and Charlie Cropper of San Antonio, TX; plus numerous loving cousins, as well as his true love, Nichelle Burns and her family. Robbie was preceded into heaven by grandmother Emaline Geha; and great-aunt, Evelyn Barrack, both of Albuquerque. Memorial Services for Robbie were held Tuesday in Amarillo and will be held Thursday, October 13, 2005 in Albuquerque at Glory Christian Fellowship Hall, 2417 Wyoming NE, at 3:00 p.m. Cousin Joe Cangiolosi will officiate and be assisted by cousins Brad Ficklin and Ryan Cangiolosi. A reception will follow the services. In lieu of flowers, Robbie's family requests that donations be made to Glory Christian Fellowship at the above address.
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FACKELMAN -- John A Fackelman, age 94, died on Saturday, October 8, 2005, in Albuquerque. He was born July 27, 1911, to John M. and Josephine Miller Fackelman. John was an extremely supportive to his family and hard working in every task he undertook. John enjoyed traveling and visiting family and friends around the country. John was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Hilda Fackelman; his parents; and four brothers and three sisters. John is survived by his five children: John M. Fackleman and Sarah of Sapello, NM, Thomas A. Fackelman and Donna of Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, Robert J. Fackelman and Mary of Sterling Hills, MI, Mary P. Whitman and husband, Robert of Boulder, CO and James C. Fackelman and Cheryl of Albuquerque, NM. John is also survived by seven grandchildren. Services will be held on Thursday, October 13, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel with Father Richard Olona, Celebrant. Interment will take place following the Service. In lieu of flowers donation can be made to your favorite charity. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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GOMEZ -- Joe A. Gomez, age 75, of Albuquerque, passed away at home with his family around him on Sunday, October 9, 2005. Joe is survived by his wife of 52 years, Grace; daughter, Glenda and husband, Gene Garcia; son, Joe, Jr. and wife, Cathy Gomez and son, David Gomez, all of Albuquerque; six grandchildren, Paul (Lynae), Tessa, Aaron (Shawnie), Mikie (Mario), Amber, and Chris (Nikki); ten great-grandchildren, Toby, Jaeden, Keilah, Ivan, Judea, Aden, Lilja, Kage, Synia, and baby Joseph. He is also survived by sisters, Dora and husband, Floyd Sandoval and Gloria Aldaz; brothers, Elmo and wife, Loretta Gomez, and Jerry Gomez and Monica. The family would like to recognize longtime family friend, Al Garcia and hospice caregiver, Swana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Juanita Gomez; sister, Virginia Alcala; and brother, Ernest Gomez. Joe was born in Lincoln, NM and graduated from Capitan High School; he served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict and is a member of DAV Chapter 33. He retired from civil service at Kirtland AFB. Joe was a longtime member of the Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, October 12, 2005, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE. Mass of Resurrection will be Thursday, October 13, 9:00 a.m. at the Shrine of St. Bernadette. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Paul Gomez, Aaron Small, Chris Gomez, Mario Montoya, Mark Gomez and Adam Aldaz. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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GRAVES -- Eugene Fowler Graves, Jr. died Saturday, October 8, 2005 in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 97. He was born on November 7, 1907 in Lorena, Texas, the second of four children of Eugene Fowler Graves and Nora Berwick Graves. He is survived by his five daughters and their husbands, Mollie and Malcolm Pettigrew of Houston, Barbara and David Shannon of San Antonio, Nora and John Watson of Houston, Eugenia and Tom Carter of Houston, Betty and Bob Palmquist of Houston; and his twelve beloved grandchildren, Peter Pettigrew, Albert, Charlie and Andrew Shannon, Eugene and Elliot Watson, Fowler, Katherine, Georgia and Molly Carter, Barbara and Elizabeth Palmquist. He is also survived by his sister, Dorothy Graves Mosley of San Antonio. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Barbara Frey Graves. Gene attended Baylor University and the University of Texas where he was a member of the Texas Cowboys. He graduated from the University of Texas with a BBA in 1931. After college he moved to Houston, Texas to work for Anderson Clayton Company in the cotton import-export business. In 1936 he moved to India for Anderson Clayton and worked in Bombay and Karachi until 1942 when he returned to the U.S. to join the war effort. He was commissioned as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy and participated in the Military Government in Leyte, Okinawa, Manila and Tokyo. As part of his officer training, he studied Japanese at the University of Chicago. While living there, he met his future wife, Barbara Frey, through his friends Betty and Gail Borden, Barbara's sister and brother-in-law. They were married in 1946 and returned to Houston. He later joined Reinhart Company where he served as Vice President until 1976. Gene served as President of the Houston Cotton Exchange from 1972 to 1973. During his years in the cotton business and the Navy he traveled in the Far East, South Africa, Mexico, Guyana, Central America, Europe, Greece, Egypt and Israel. After his five daughters were grown, he and Barbara moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico where they spent twenty-one wonderful years. During this period, Gene enjoyed fly fishing, gardening, birding and photography. He also continued his life-long interest in politics and world affairs, a passion he passed on to all his daughters. He made many new friends and enjoyed the camaraderie of his fellow members in the Don Quixote Luncheon Club. He joined his wife Barbara in establishing the New Mexico Museum of Natural Science in Albuquerque, New Mexico and in supporting many local Santa Fe museums. During his last four years in San Antonio, Gene led an active life with help from his very attentive caretakers. The family would like to thank Gloria Hernandez, Lori Hernandez, Dolores Valdez, Eunice Rodriguez and Irma Ramirez for an exceptional job. Their tender care and admiration for Gene enhanced this period of his life. Well-read and informed on many subjects, Gene was a wonderful storyteller with the gift of perfect timing and subtle nuance. He was a true gentleman and will be greatly missed and remembered for his wonderfully wry wit, charm, warmth and intelligence. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 15 at 2:00 p.m. at The Lorena United Methodist Church, 209 Dawson Street, Lorena, Texas. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, remembrances be directed to The LBJ Foundation c/o LBJ School of Public Affairs Development Office, P.O. Box Y, Austin, Texas 78713-8925 or Reach Out and Read Texas, 7000 Fannin #2431, Houston, Texas 77030 or The National Audubon Society, 700 Broadway, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10003. You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.porterloring.com Arrangements with PORTER LORING 1101 McCULLOUGH AVE. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78212 (800) 460-2704
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HANKS -- Rev. Calvin B. Hanks, 48 went home to be with the Lord on October 4, 2005 after a two year illness. He was born in Albuquerque, NM April 17, 1957. He was an ordained minister and became in Itinerant Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church in 1980. He served in the United States Air Force. He worked many jobs Honeywell and lastly as a CNA in this City. Calvin attended Paul Quinn College and the University of New Mexico. Calvin is survived by his father, Melvin V. Hanks, Sr. (La Verne); his children, Aziza Hanks Johnson (David) Riverside, GA; Carrie Hanks, Birmingham, AL, and Calvin B. Hanks, II., Savannah, GA; four grandchildren; brothers, Irvin Hanks, (Eileen) Houston, TX, Melvin V. Hanks, Jr., Escondido, CA, Joseph Williams (Ann) Dallas, TX; sister, Sheryl Williams, Waldorf, MD; and he leaves to mourn countless relatives and loving friends. Pallbearers will be Michael Carson, Darrell Majors, William Houston, Al Owens, Ollie Waters, Rondal Edward Jones and Richard Bruce. A Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2005 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave., SE. Services with Rev. Dr. John D. Hill, officiating, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2005 at Grant Chapel AME Church, 7920 Claremont Ave., NE. Interment will take place at 2:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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HEARD -- Carol Jean Johnson Heard, retired, age 70, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, passed away Friday, October 7, 2005. She is survived by sons, Brad Winters and fiancee, Melissa Fetch of Albuquerque, Steve Winters and wife, Kristi of Albuquerque, daughter; Laurie Rodely and husband, Douglas of Albuquerque; brothers, Chuck Johnson and wife, Marilyn of Montana, Claude Johnson and wife, Anne of South Carolina; sister, Bonnie Norsteadt of Oregon; grandsons, Greggory Winters, Austin and Kros Richardson, and Chris Kalas of Albuquerque: granddaughters, Michelle and Melisa Kalas of Albuquerque; great-grandson, Isaiah Carrillo of Albuquerque; one grandchild on the way; and four cats, Lady Z, Scamp, Sabrina, and Callie. Carol was a member of the IADCCT, which enriched her life through her hobbies of doll making and ceramics. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or the American Diabetes Assoc. 800-342-2383, www.diabetes.org. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held at Aspen Funeral Alternatives Chapel, Thursday, October 13, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE Albuquerque, New Mexico
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HERRERA -- Marcus M. Herrera went to lie with the Lord. Saturday, October 8, 2005. Mr. Herrera was preceded in death by a son, Patrick Herrera and a grandson, Andrew Herrera. He is survived by his wife, Kella Herrera; one son, Larry J. and wife, Rose Herrera; two grandchildren, Matthew and Teresa Herrera who he loved very much; brothers, Joe Herrera and wife, Vita of Albuquerque; Mike Herrera and wife, Beatrice of Socorro; sisters, Maria Jaramillo and husband, George, Sadie Herrera and husband, Gilbert, of Albuquerque, Virginia Pineda and John of Socorro. Marcus was a World War II Navy Veteran. He served 40 years with Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque. He served with the CCC camp in Bosque del Apache. He was a member of the American Legion and active member of Holy Family Church. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at Holy Family Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joseph Saavedra, Mike Saavedra, Ernie Torres, James Herrera, Ron Jaramillo, and Joseph Baca. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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HESSE -- Mary Greenslet Hesse, 75, died October 6, 2005. Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on September 22, 1930, she spent her child hood in Santa Fe. Always interested in music she was awarded a music scholarship at UNM in her junior year by Sigma Alpha Iota, the professional music fraternity. She placed second in the San Francisco Opera Debut Auditions in 1957 and was offered a position with the San Francisco opera which was declined because of pregnancy. These auditions were broadcast over CBS. Mary sang the lead in well known operas such as Carmen in Carmen, Butterfly in Madama Butterfly, Mimi in La Boehme in Portland, Oregon and was instrumental in forming an opera support group that is very active to this day. Locally she was a member of the Albuquerque Civic Chorus and performed with various church groups. Mary was a life member of Sigma Alpha Iota. An elementary teacher by profession, she retired in 1983. Mary was recipient of the Sons of The American Revolution Martha Washington medal. She is survived by her husband of 26 years, James Hesse; a daughter, Lydia Anne Baker; and two grandchildren, Cole and Daniel Hammortree. Interment will be in the family plot in Denver at Fairmount Cemetery. The Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. October 15, 2005 at New Life Presbyterian Church, 5540 Eubank NE. In remembrance please send no flowers but a contribution to the Alzheimer's Foundation would be appreciated. In Pace Requescat.
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KEY -- Margaret Irene (Strother), passed away Thursday, October 6, 2005 at a local hospital. She was born October 20, 1921 in Canon City, Colorado to the union of Josephine and Floyd Strother, where she resided until 1939, at which time she moved to Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her mother Josephine Brown; and her sister, Emily Marie Randles. She is survived by four children, Ronald Key, Dawna Key (Gomez), Steven Key, and Raymond Caldwell all reside in Albuquerque, NM. She had three granddaughters and two grandsons of Albuquerque, NM. She also had four great- grandchildren also from Albuquerque, NM and many beloved nieces and nephews. She was an active member of the Grace Temple Missionary Baptist Church. She served as secretary, treasurer, and Deaconess, and missionary work. Viewing scheduled for Wednesday, October 12, 2005 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 13, 2005 at Riverside Funeral home. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements in the care of Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE 505-764-9663
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LUCERO -- Reynaldo "Cacho" Lucero, age 72, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, was called home by the Lord, Sunday, October 9, 2005. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, in Bernalillo, NM. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jose Lucero, Wilfred Estrada, Rudy Tenorio, Phillip Valverde, Phillip Valverde, Jr., and Jerry Rael. Military honors will be accorded by the New Mexico Honorguard. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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MARCHBANKS -- Cavie Elizabeth Marchbanks, 76, a resident of New Mexico since 1953, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2005. She is survived by her four daughters, Beverly N. Crouch of Missouri, Delinda Jean Sanders of Utah, Rebecca Lynn Harrison of Los Lunas, NM and Jana Sue Perkins of Los Lunas, NM; two sons, Ernest Dale Marchbanks of Albuquerque, NM, and George Wesley Marchbanks of Ohio; two sisters, Dorothy White of Tucumcari, NM, and Emma Jo Davis of Texas; two brothers, Abb Bartow and Harold Bartow, both of Texas; 18 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. There will be a Visitation for Liz from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2005 also at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that all memorial contributions be made to a charity of choice. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
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MERKEY -- Richard Eric Merkey passed away in Escondido, CA on September 15, 2005. He is survived by his sister, Susan Cameron and her family. A 1970 graduate of Sandia High School, he loved his Harley, and was never married.
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MIR -- Arif Naseer Mir, age 70, of Frisco, TX passed away on October 9, 2005 in Frisco, TX. He was born on December 3, 1934 in Hyderabad Decan, Pakistan to Muhammed Khan and Unisa (Mirza) Mir. He married Julia Schwebke on May 29, 1957 in Fort Smith, AR and together they had two children, Peter and Philip. Arif worked as an Engineer for the Department of Defense. He is survived by his wife, Julia Mir, Frisco, TX; sons, Peter Mir, Dallas, TX, and Philip and wife, Lisa Mir, Frisco, TX; granddaughter, Morgan Mir; niece, Samara Mir; and nephew, Naveed Mir. Visitation will be held at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home, 8520 Main Street, Frisco, TX on Thursday, October 13, 2005 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2005 at the funeral home with Pastor Teri Swann officiating. Interment will follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park in Allen, TX. Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow 8520 Main Street Frisco TX 75034 Tel: 972-335-2444
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NIETO -- HENRY. Mr. Henry Nieto, resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 6 2005. Mr. Nieto is survived by his wife, Jeanette; three sons, Henry, Lawrence, and Martin and spouse, Valerie; three grandchildren, Lawrence, Destiny, and Shandell; sister, Gloria and husband, Andy Lopez; five brothers, Sonny and wife, Adela, Leroy, Barney, Marcos, and Ray Nieto; mother-in-law, Mary Sena; and many aunts, uncles, neices, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews. Mr. Nieto was preceded in death by his parents, Rosendo and Eva; sisters, Mary and Jessie; and brothers, Danny and Louie. Mr. Nieto will be honored in a Catholic Mass on Thursday, October 13, 2005 at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church 412 Stover SW.
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PEREA -- A LETTER TO HEAVEN IN LOVING MEMORY OF MARTIN LEO PEREA January 21, 1931 to October 12, 2004 I miss you very much darling. This past year being without you has been yet the hardest time of my life. I'm still picking up the pieces. I pray that you and my boys are having a good time with my Lord, tending to his beautiful garden. I'll say so long for now, I need to water my flowers at your grave with my tears. Forever, Your darling wife.
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PEREA -- MARTIN LEO PEREA January 21, 1931 to October 12, 2004 Daddy, Losing you has changed my life, as we knew it would. You've left me here to raise my Mom to do the best I could. Often times your memory passes her or I. We gaze into each others eyes and whisper, please don't cry. Just remember that Daddy is the happiest with our Lord Jesus and his three sons by his side. In loving memory, Daddy, of your death. I miss you so bad. Your one and only daughter, Susan
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SAAVEDRA -- Maria Magdalena Ferrer Velez Saavedra, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2005 at the age of 90. She died at home surrounded by her family. Dona Maria was the youngest of 7 children and was born on April 5, 1915 in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. She is survived by her three children: Robert Saavedra, Beatriz Irizarry, Elba Lydia Saavedra and her husband Benjamin M. Stake; five grandchildren, Aisha Irizarry, Maceo Jean-Pierre and his wife, Renee, Khadijah Abdul-Rahman, Salima Dutye and her husband Jamal, Ada Estrabao; four great-grandchildren, Maceo Xavier Jean-Pierre, Antonio Felipe Lawson, Alysia Renee Vallejos, Diego Marcelino Jean-Pierre. Dona Maria lived her life in a very unselfish way and was a mother to many. She worked hard to support her family, as a school dietician in Puerto Rico and as a seamstress sewing bridal gowns in New York City. She raised her three children alone after she was widowed in 1965, and helped to raise more than 15 nieces and nephews in Puerto Rico, as well as several of her grandchildren. Those who knew Dona Maria appreciated her unique style of storytelling and mischievous sense of humor. She was also known for her undying faith and her strong belief in the power of prayer. Dona Maria's prayers were not reserved for her family, but for everyone in need. Her loving consejos were freely offered as well, and appreciated by wide variety of friends and family. She will be missed deeply on a daily basis, though her presence will also be seen daily in the imprint she made on all of us. Public visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, October 13, 2005 at Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. A Rosary will follow at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be on Friday at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 309 Stover Ave. SW (near 4th) with burial to follow at the Gate of Heaven cemetery. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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SOTO -- Rozanne Soto, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday the 8th of October 2005. She was preceded in death by her parents, Sam Sr. and Mela Soto; sister, Betty Nuanes; brother, Paul; and nephew, Tom Nuanes. She is survived by her best friend and companion, Peggy Zejda; brother, Sam Soto Jr. and his wife Angie; their children, Stacy, Jonathan and fiance Nicole; brother, Charlie Soto and his daughters Samantha and Jennifer; nephew, Tony Nuanes and wife Sylvia; their children, Beau and Brett; nephew, Rick Nuanes and his daughters Nicole, Megan and Kayla; niece Debbie Kahawai and her husband Loni; their children Paul Lopez and wife Melissa, Janelle Lopez and Jordan Kahawai; nephew Steve Nuanes and his daughter Rachel; niece Michelle Soto; many more great nieces; and cousin, Tony Martinez. She also leaves behind many friends whom she touched with her kindness, compassion and zest for life. She will be deeply missed by all. Mass will be held at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2005 at the Brothers of the Good Shepherd Chapel on Mountain Rd NW.
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ST JOHN -- HAL W. ST JOHN IN LOVING MEMORY March 7, 1944 to Ocotber 12, 2004 Love, Your family
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TORRES -- Emily P. Torres June 26, 1931 - October 12, 2004 FIRST LOVE The very first love we ever experienced was like no other, that was the day we were born, the very first time we gazed upon our mother. She raised us with patience, kindness, and respect, and taught us the necessary skills of how to live, she also taught us how to laugh, how to play, how to love, and how to forgive. She was a friend to all she met, and loved her family with a love so true and pure, with such a great love that forever will last and endure. Everyone misses her, and we miss her more than we can say. We know we will be together again with our first love in heaven one day. Love your Children and Grandchildren
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WEST -- Robert "Bob" West, Sr., a resident of Albuquerque since 1974, died suddenly Sunday, October 9, 2005 at the age of 74. He married his wife of 50 years, Dorothy "Dottie" Esposito on November 19, 1955, having known her since she was nine years old. Bob was a man of many talents. In his youth, he was a professional musician and then owned several businesses, finally retiring from RWS Transportation in 1996. He was also a pilot who often gave family members their first air-flight. He is survived by his wife, Dottie; his sons Robert West, Jr. and his wife, Lucille, Steven West and his wife, Elaine, and Christopher West and his wife, Karen; brother Eugene West and his wife, Debbie; grandchildren Bobby, Valerie, Crystal, Holly, Steven Jr., Diona, and Ryan; and six great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Thursday, October 13, 2005, at 4:00 p.m. at French Mortuary Westside Chapel. Friends may visit Wednesday, October 12, 2005 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and Thursday, October 13, 2005 immediately following the service until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Salvation Army 4301 Bryn Mawr Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107 or the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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WHITE -- Boyd Prather White, 73, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully Sunday, October 9, 2005. He is survived by his loving wife, Patsy Jean White of Albuquerque; children, Audrey White of Dallas, TX, Leslie Vaughn and husband, Mark of Albuquerque, and Raymond White of Albuquerque; sister, Margaret White and husband, Andy of Grapevine, TX; brother, Warren White and wife, Helen of Tullahoma, TN; seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Boyd was born in Waukesha, WI on February 13, 1932, the son of James Earl and Ora Itress Prather White. He earned his Eagle Scout Award and graduated from high school in Dallas, TX in 1950, served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, then went on to graduate from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.S. in Meteorology. He worked for the National Weather Service until his retirement, as Meteorologist-in-Charge of the Albuquerque Office in 1990. Boyd was a devoted member of Monte Vista Christian Church in Albuquerque, sharing his talents and ideas with the Fix'n Fix-It Group and the Kum Dubbles Sunday School Class. He was also a member of the Rotary Club and Toast Masters. After retiring, he volunteered as a guide at the Rio Grande Nature Center and as a tax preparer for AARP. Boyd's selflessness, kindness, and loving and caring ways touched many lives and hearts and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. A Celebration of Life will be held at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, Thursday, October 13, 2005, 10:30 a.m. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, 87106 or the NM Cancer Center Foundation, 4901 Lang Ave NE, Albuquerque, 87109. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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WILLIAMS -- Christopher Philip, 19, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 7, 2005. He is survived by his parents, Dr. Arvis G. Williams and Sandra L. Williams; his older brother, Nicholas Williams; and sisters, Amy Smith, San Diego, CA and Amanda Williams; as well as numerous grief stricken aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and his grandparents, Mary Lee McIntyre, from Upland, California, Arvis G., and Mary Francis Williams from Winchester, TN and Rev. JW and Dolores Graham from Jasper, TN. Those who knew Chris best appreciated his unique affect and zany sense of humor. He was a devoted media enthusiast. He was awarded Eagle Scout in November of 2003 from Boy Scout Troop 280. He is and always will be deeply missed and loved. A rosary was recited on Tuesday, October 11, 2005. The Sacrifice of the Mass will be celebrated this morning at Our Lady of Annunciation Church at 8:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to The Catholic Foundation.
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