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BACA -- Barbara Jean Baca was born in Albuquerque, NM, February 2, 1951. She passed away Monday, February 20, 2006. Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 28 years, Peter A. Baca; children: Pedro Jr., Vidal Juan, Robert, Tara, Sonia, and Kathy; sisters, Rosella Herrera, Roberta Herrera and husband, Victor Sena; uncle, Clovis; aunt, Leonela; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, on Friday, February 24, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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BAKER -- Jeanne passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2006 in Albuquerque. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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BONAGUIDI -- Ronald J. Bonaguidi, age 43, died Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at a local hospital. He is survived by his beloved fiancee and soul mate, Marilyn Howard of Albuquerque, NM; sisters, Dawn Carter and husband, Chuck of Sheboygan, WI, Patricia Lee of Kenosha, WI, and brothers, Joseph Bonaguidi and wife, Gui of Albuquerque, NM, and Raymond Bonaguidi of Grafton, WI. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and many other family members and friends. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Helen Bonaguidi. He is also survived by his beloved pets, Harley and Leila. A Prayer Service will be held Saturday, February 25, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Friends may visit Friday, February 24, 2006, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association of NM, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, Suite 225, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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BOXX -- Betty Boxx, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948 died Tuesday, February 21, 2006. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, A. Carl Boxx; three children, Carla Williams and husband Richard of Albuquerque, Gary Boxx and Rene Leninger of Albuquerque, and Tammy Mouton and husband Lee of Lafayette, LA; grandchildren, Arlyn and wife Holly Dale, Todd Dale, Richard Williams III and wife Vicki, Robin Mangino and husband Lee, Jason Boxx and wife Julie, and Sammy Wood; great-grandchildren, Susan Perkins, Colt Mangino, Jared Dale, Justin Williams, Christopher Rey, Richard Herrera, Ellen, Aubrey, Jack and Josiah Boxx, and Madeline LeBlanc; sister, Peg Szalay of Clearwater, FL; numerous nieces and nephews and many others who called her "Grandma". Betty was preceded in death by her daughter, Peggy Dale and son Gregory Boxx; and four brothers and two sisters. She was born in Pennsylvania July 10, 1921 to Howard and Edna Ressler. She graduated from Wilkinsburg High School. After graduation she worked for the U.S. State Dept. in Washington D.C. until transferring to the Philippines where she met her husband, A. Carl Boxx who was serving with the U.S. Merchant Marines. They were married on September 7, 1946. For their honeymoon they traveled around the world before returning to the United States. In 1948 they moved to New Mexico for Carl's health. Betty worked as an accountant for numerous businesses in Albuquerque before working for the State of New Mexico Department of Taxation and Revenue from which she retired. She was very active in the Retired Public Employees of New Mexico, the Friendship Force in New Mexico, the Coronado Thunderbird Club and for many years the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Betty loved traveling, taking many trips with family and friends. She loved her nickel machine at San Felipe Casino. Betty was a loving wife, beloved mother and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Saturday, February 25, 2006, 1:00 p.m. Private burial of cremated remains will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Betty's name to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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C DE BACA -- Conrad C De Baca found his peace Sunday, February 19, 2006 in Albuquerque at the age of 85. He is preceded in death by his wife, Sadie C De Baca. He is survived by his daughter, Berline Lucero and husband, Michael; his loving companion of 21 years, Lucy Jaramillo; siblings, George C De Baca, Marcella Garcia and husband, Elmer, and Anselmo C De Baca; grandchildren, Michael C. Lucero and wife, Jodie, Michelle C. Lucero Martinez and husband Richard A. Gabaldon; great-grandchildren, Christina, Rebecca, Dakota and Antonio. A Rosary for Mr. C De Baca will be recited on Friday evening, February 24, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Committal Service will be held on Monday, February 27, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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CANDELARIA -- CONSUELO. Mrs. Consuelo (Connie) Candelaria, 65, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 21, 2006, peacefully at home in the arms of her loving family. Mrs. Candelaria is the beloved wife to Mr. Joe Candelaria, married for 41 years. She is also survived by her three loving children, Joe Candelaria and wife, Debbie, Dennis Candelaria and wife, Carmen and Cindy Candelaria; two brothers, Guillermo Flores and wife, Connie, Jesus Flores and Betty; five grandchildren, Simone, Chloe, Raquel, Santiago, and Xochitl; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Connie was preceded in death by her parents, Guillermo and Maria Flores. Mrs. Candelaria was a member of the Catholic church. A visitation for Connie will be Friday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, 811 Guymas Pl. NE, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. by Father Michael Cimino. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rodney Tennis, Kenneth Brown, Brian Spence, Michael Denman, Anthony Romero and Kenneth Schultz. Honorary pallbearers will be Santiago Candelaria and Andrew Griego. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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CANDELARIA -- John T. Candelaria passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 18, 2006. He was born on October 18, 1913 in Albuquerque, NM. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 9:30 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to either Operation Game Thief or Share With Wildlife, P.O. Box 25112 Santa Fe, NM 87504. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
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CANDELARIA -- Onofre "Be Be" Candelaria, 75, passed away February 17, 2006. A Memorial Service will be held at the Mt. Calvary Chapel at Mt. Calvary Cemetery on Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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DANIEL -- Dena Hart Daniel, who raised children during the Great Depression, started a successful mail-order business, mastered computers and the Internet in her eighties, took good care of her neighbors, and cursed George Bush and Karl Rove to the last, died on Saturday, February 18, 2006, in Albuquerque. Her passing was a peaceful one with her son and daughter present. Dena was 91. Born in Sweet Grass County, MT on December 25, 1914 to Guy and Naomi Hart, she married John Marshall "Jack" Daniel in McLeansboro, IL in 1933. Jack worked as editor of the McLeansboro Times Leader and later the Centralia Sentinel. Jack and Dena moved to Albuquerque in 1958 where he died in 1985. Also preceding her in death were two daughters, Madonna Daniel and Joan Jackson. A woman of fierce intelligence, independent spirit, and razor wit, Dena touched many lives as a role model and mentor. She was a philosopher of common sense and loved to garden and tinker with gadgets. Family and friends turned to her for counsel of the heart and her advice was highly sought after by neighbors when it came to home maintenance and household repairs. If you needed someone to light your furnace or fix your swamp cooler, Dena was your gal. (When she was 85, her next-door neighbors finally convinced her not to climb up on the roof.) A staunch Democrat, she read voraciously and kept abreast of current events until her final days. Dena is survived by two children, Jacklyn Adams and John Daniel, both of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren, Gwen Mezosi, Daniel Jackson, Kathryn Jackson, Marsha Eberhardt, Janet Jackson, Lauren Kivler-Gross, Bruce Adams, Eric Adams, and Wayne Adams; 14 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE (the corner of Yale and Cesar Chavez SE). Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to The Salvation Army. Arrangements by: Fitzgerald & Son, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, 505-884-1188
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FLORES -- Stefie Flores, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2006. She was born in San Jose, NM on January 14, 1937. Stefie was preceded in death by her son, Leroy and granddaughter, Alana. She is survived by her daughters, Christine Flores and Rozanne Flores; and her sons, David Flores, Michael Flores, and Mark Flores; her grandchildren, Melissa Salazar and Jonathan Salazar; great-grandchildren, Tommy Galavez and Fernando Salazar; brothers, Chris, Frank, and Rudy; sisters, Aurora, Gloria, Grace, and Rose; she is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and was loved by all the people's lives that she touched. Stefie will be deeply missed and never forgotten. Stefie graduated from Draughn's Business College and retired from US West where she worked as a drafting engineer. Serving as pallbearers will be Jonathan Salazar, Chris Rivera Jr., Cipriano Vigil, Adam Flores, Gerald Flores, and Fidel Garcia Jr. A viewing will be held Wednesday February 22, 2006 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary with a Rosary to follow at 7:30 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Funeral Mass will be performed February 23, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE, with Father Arthur Podvin officiating, with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Services are under the care and direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE. 505-842-8800
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GAULT -- Martha. The family of Martha Gault wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all family and friends for their support and kind expressions of sympathy received during our time of loss. Thank you so much. Arrangements under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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GOLIGHTLY -- JERRAN STEWART In Loving Memory of Jerran Stewart Golightly March 14, 1981 - February 23, 2002 In your lifetime, you have given us far more gifts than we can count, yet the ones we remember most are the ones you gave us from within, often without realizing it. When you were a child, you gave us the gift of allowing us to see the world through your eyes and finding the beauty we had overlooked before. The many memories we've made, the love you have given, and the love we have for you are lifetime gifts. We want to thank you for all you have given us and let you know that one of the greatest gifts of all is the Joy that has been in our hearts since the first moment we held you in our arms. Though we can no longer hold you in our arms, we will carry you in our hearts every day of our lives. You are the music in our hearts. We Love you and Miss you dearly. Mom, Dad, Daniel, Allison, your loving family and friends.
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GUTIERREZ -- Filia Gutierrez, age 85, beloved mother, sister and grandmother was called home by our Lord and Savior, Wednesday, February 22, 2006, while surrounded by her loving family. Filia was a resident of Bernalillo and member of Our Lady of Sorrows Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Gutierrez. She is survived by one son, Pete Gutierrez and wife, Dolores; two daughters, Gloria Montoya, Angie Mora and husband, David; five grandchildren, Kathy Marquez and husband, Matthew, Elizabeth Martinez and husband Albert, Tammy Tsabetsaye and husband, Erick, Anthony Mora and wife, Mandi, Kristina Mora; six great-grandchildren, Gabrielle, Samantha Marquez, Alec, Brandon Matrinez, Taylor, Olivia Tsabetsaye. Also surviving are one sister, Dolores Quintana and husband, Transito; three brothers, Manuel Perez and wife, Marlene, Emiliano Perez and wife, Charlotte and Henry Perez and wife, Elsie; two sisters-in-law, Elosia Perez, and Vivian Perez; numerous nieces and nephews. The rosary will be recited his evening at 8:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment will follow at the Bernalillo Cemetery. Casket bearers will be David Perez, Max Quintana, Glen Perez, Rey Perez, Ruben Misquez, Kenneth Perez. Honorary bearers will be Wayne Dominguez, Orlando Quintana, Lawrence Perez. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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JARAMILLO -- PROSPERO AND JENNIE B. IN LOVING MEMORY PROSPERO JARAMILLO MARCH 10, 1905 - FEBRUARY 23, 2002 JENNIE B. JARAMILLO AUGUST 16, 1911 - FEBRUARY 24, 1999
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JONES -- Robert (Bob) Davis Jones, 78, resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 21, 2006. A Masonic Memorial service will be held Friday, February 24, 2006, 2:00 p.m. at Temple Lodge #6 AF&AM, 3801 Osuna Rd N.E. He was born October 7, 1927 in Anson, Jones County, Texas to Dula & Mose M. Jones. He served in the US Navy during WWII. Then returned to Jones County to farm and ranch with his father. He team roped with his dad at working cowboy rodeos for many years. In 1950, he married Jimmie Lee Rainwater-Russell and worked in the oil fields during the oil boom. He moved to Gallup in 1954 where he was a body man and one of the first fiberglass repairmen west of the Mississippi. He moved his family to Albuquerque in 1963 and worked as a body man at Ed Black Chevrolet for 18 years. At the age of 50, he continued his custom knife making to full time and was a voting member of the International Knifemakers Guild since 1978. He had collectors all over the U.S. and foreign countries. He was Past Master of Hiram Lodge #13 AF&AM and the Scottish Rite, Santa Fe. He is survived by his wife, Jimmie; children, Joel and Jennifer Jones and their three children, Jessica, Bobby, and Brett; Linda and Cleve Pillifant and their two children, Andrew and Melissa; Brenda and Al Buciorelli; his three great-grandchildren, Jacob, Nathan and Lael; and his favorite dog, Miss Pokie. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hiram Lodge #13 AF&AM Scholarship Fund P.O. Box 16568 Alb., NM 87191-6568 Arrangements are being handled by Fitzgerald & Son 3113 Carlisle Blvd 884-1188.
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KIEHLBAUCH -- William Boyd Kiehlbauch, 61, passed away on February 10, 2006. Born in Missouri, he was a long-time resident of Albuquerque. He is survived by his wife, Marjory; sisters, Kate Kiehlbauch and Christine (Crud) Meyers; children, William J. Kiehlbauch, Daniel Robrahn, Charles Bond, Bryan Bond, Shannon Balduini and husband, Jeffrey; and grandchildren, Casey and Alayna Bond and Sabella Balduini. After retiring as District Manager for the Railroad Retirement Board, he enjoyed raising bulldogs, gardening, visiting the casinos, and Ebay. His infectious laugh, wonderful sense of humor, and generous and loving heart will never be forgotten by his family and friends. Friends can join the family in remembrance on February 23, 2006 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at their home. Cremation has taken place. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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LARSEN -- Suzanne Jane McNeill Stokes Larsen was called to be with her Lord, Jesus, on Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 3:32 p.m. MST. She leaves behind her daughter, Janet L. Harrington, Albuquerque, NM and son, Earl Charles Larsen and wife, Barbara of Indianapolis, IN; six grandchildren, James E. Kaiser and wife, Margaret of Louisville, KY, Charles R. Kaiser and wife, Kimberley, Aurora, Canada, William T. Harrington, III, Albuquerque, NM, Christopher L. Harrington, San Antonio, TX, Amber L. Backhaus and husband, Christopher, Minneapolis, MN and L. Philip Larsen and wife, Elizabeth of Rochester, MN; two great-grandchildren, Kasey C. Kaiser and Callie S. Kaiser, Louisville, KY. Suzanne was born in Indianapolis, IN, January 26, 1918, to Dr. Charles A. and Marjorie H. McNeill. After the passing of her father, she was raised by her mother and stepfather, Joseph Stokes. She graduated Tudor Hall School (now Park-Tudor School) in 1936. Suzanne married Earl I. Larsen, who preceded her in death in 1991, in September 1936. While a resident of Indianapolis, Suzanne was very active in the Junior League, Christamore Aid Society, Blue Flower Garden Club, the Children's Museum Guild and served as a docent at The John Herron Art Museum. She and her husband were active at Woodstock Club and The Players. As an avid gardener, Suzanne enjoyed working in her special "natural" gardens at her Indianapolis residence, her rustic cabin south of Mooresville and in her bromeliad garden in Sarasota. Suzanne enjoyed cooking and everyone especially loved her significant desserts ranging from simple pies to her famous Dobas Torte (a 10-layer cake of chocolate decadence). Her extended family always looked forward to her Christmas Goodies box of cookies, tarts and "secret recipe" sugared pecans. A voracious reader, you would always find Suzanne carrying her book bag filled with several library books and her Bible, a constant companion for inspiration. While residing in Sarasota, FL, Suzanne became active in the Allapatta Chapter of the DAR, Colonial Dames 17th Century, DAC, Sustainer Chairperson of the Junior League, the Bromeliad Society, Sarasota Orchid Club, Sara Bay Country Club and Sarasota Yacht Club. After moving to Albuquerque, Suzanne became President of the Albuquerque Anneke Jans Chapter, Colonial Dames 17th Century while still remaining active in the Charles Dibrell Chapter DAR and The Petroleum Club. She was a member of Calvary Chapel and was an integral part of the Silver Saints and Women's Bible Studies. A member of a small group of six ladies who have met for many years in each other's homes, she always testified of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She used every opportunity to bring Him into conversations especially with people who needed counsel. Never fearful of meeting death, she instead looked forward to being met by Jesus as He welcomed her into her heavenly home. A Memorial Celebration Service will be held on Friday, February 24, 2006, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. A Memorial Celebration Service is pending for Indianapolis in June or July. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to The Salvation Army, 4301 Bryn Mawr, Dr. NE, 87107, Joy Junction, 4500 2nd St. SW, 87105 or Global Adventures Missions at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Blvd. NE, 87109. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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LAYTON -- Mildred. The family of Mildred Layton wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all family and friends for their support and kind expressions of sympathy received during our time of loss. We would also like to thank Rev. Mark Stefanov for his words of comfort and soloist Sunny Stefanov for her music. To the pallbearers Daniel Doerr, Robert Doerr, Tim Layton, Eric Layton, Adam Harrison, Richard Lindgren, Moe Madrill, and Joseph Gonzales we thank you for your special gift to Mildred. Arrangements under the care and direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
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LUNA -- Albert Luna Jr. born in Albuquerque on October 18, 1927 passed away on February 18, 2006. He was the son of Albert and Carlota Luna. He served in the Navy in 1944 to 1948. He married Carmen Sanchez in February of 1952. They had a daughter, Teresa; sons, Fred, Anthony, Richard and Gary Luna. Albert is survived by his children,Teresa, Fred, and Richard; grandchildren, Eddie, Nep, Raina, Annett, Jonathon, Ricardo; great-grandchildren, Elena, Reymundo, Juanito, Eucarez, Nep Jr., Anthony, Elias. Albert is also survived by sisters and brothers from his father's second marriage, Francis, Marcela, Henry, Gene, Nadine. He will be laid to rest at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on February 25, 2006 at 10:30 a.m.
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MOLINA -- Elias Lee Molina, 69, a resident of Albuquerque for 48 years, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2006, surrounded by his loving family. Elias is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sally, of the family home; children, Leroy Molina and wife, Frances of Albuquerque, Mary Maestas and husband, Dennis of Los Lunas, Mark Molina and girlfriend, Linda of Albuquerque, Salomon Molina and wife, Carla of Seboyeta and David Molina and wife, Barbie of Albuquerque; grandchildren Mario, Andres, George, Pedro, Davie, Jolene, Jacqueline, Megan, Martin, Davie, and Savannah; four great-grandchildren; sisters, Arcina Marquez, Fidelia Padilla, Domie Armijo, and Alice Gallegos; aunts; and numerous nieces, nephews and many special friends. Elias was preceded in death by his parents, Salomon and Martina Molina; and one grandson, Tony Lee Molina. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, February 24, 2006, 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. A Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 25, 2006, 11:00 a.m., at Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Seboyeta, NM. Interment will take place at Bibo Cemetery in Seboyeta, NM. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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PAEZ -- Margarita Stelzner Paez died peacefully at the age of 92 on February 20, 2006. She is survived by her sons, Luis, Bill, and Alex; her daughters-in-law, Patricia and Isabelita; her grandchildren, Sarah and her husband, Dave, Alex and his partner, Janell, John and his wife, Kelly, Lucy, Mark, Nick, Dylan, and Jamie; her great-grandchildren, Andrew, Daniel, and Kristen; and many loving nieces and nephews. Margarita was born in Durango, Mexico, moved to San Antonio and spent most of her life in Los Angeles. She was a legal secretary in the 1930s and 40s and won a prize for her essay on becoming a U.S. citizen in the 1950s. She was a home care nurse in the 1970s and then moved to Albuquerque to be with her son's family where she found "peace, tranquility, and well being." She managed her apartments during the 1990s until into her 80s. She was a strong role model and loving presence for all of her family and will be missed. Her family is grateful for all of the loving support of their friends and the staff of the Cottages in the last years of Margarita's life. Funeral Mass will be held at Risen Saviour Church on April 8, 2006 at 9:30 a.m.
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PENNINGTON -- Ronald Charles Pennington, born May 9, 1947 in Charleston, VA, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2006 in Albuquerque, NM after a long battle with Lymphoma. Beloved son of R.C. "Preach" and Vivian Pennington, Ron grew up all over the world. He is survived by his mother, Vivian; brother, Dan Pennington and wife, Angela and their children, Danny and Stephanie; his sister, Carolyn Anong Williams and her husband, Gary and Ron's partner, Richard Plante of Washington, DC. Ron attended British Overseas School in Columbo, Ceylon; Kodiakanal School in Kodiakanal, India; Cairo American College in Maadi, Egypt; Sandia and Del Norte High Schools in Albuquerque and graduated from the International School of Bangkok in Bangkok, Thailand. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree at Eastern New Mexico University in 1971. As a Visual Merchandiser, he was known for his work throughout Southeast Asia, the Western United States and Mexico. He won design awards from the Singapore Government and his work was frequently featured in the Southeast Asian design press. Most of the visual merchandisers working in Singapore area graduates of the course of study that Ron created. More recently, he lived and did design work in Washington, DC where he also was a docent-volunteer at the Library of Congress. Rosary will be recited Friday, February 24, 2006, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, February 25, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper NW. In lieu of flowers, Ron requested that memorial donations be made to the Catholic Relief Services, specifically for the feeding and relief of starving children in Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Chad and Somalia. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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RODRIGUEZ -- Sarah Annette Rodriguez, 46, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 21, 2006. Mrs. Rodriguez is the beloved wife to Mr. Felix Rodriguez, married for 18 years. Sarah is also survived by her loving children, John Marquez and wife, Felicia, Felix Rodriquez Jr., Mario Rodriguez, Dolores Gonzales and Julian, Carmen Rodriguez and Robert and Theresa Rodriguez; her father, Leo Marquez and wife, Magdalena; her mother, Priscilla Marquez; three sisters, Linda Marrufo, Eileen Solano and husband, Joe and Genevieve Quinones; five brothers, Joey Marquez and Lisa, Alfonso Marquez and wife, Jessica, Jackie Marquez and wife, Darlene, Michael Marquez and Albert Marquez; 12 grandchildren. Sarah was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation for Sarah will be Friday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Pl. NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Saturday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church with a Communion Service to be held at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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ROMERO -- Maria Salazar Romero passed away peacefully Monday, February 20, 2006 surrounded by her family. Maria was born in Chamita, NM on August 31, 1916 and later moved to Cebolla, NM, until 1934 when she moved to Santa Fe and married the late Roman Romero; they raised their family in Santa Fe. They moved to Albuquerque in October, 1963, where they both lived out the remainder of their lives. Maria was preceded in death by her husband, Roman Romero in September 1985; daughters, Cordelia, Lorraine Romero Lucero and husband, Rubel; her brothers, Anastacio Salazar, Benjamin Salazar, Fermin Salazar, and Jose Hernando Salazar; sister, Corina Salazar Tapia; grandsons, Anthony Romero and Gilbert Lee Romero; brothers-in-law, Fermin Romero and Gilbert Max Romero; sisters-in-law, Aurora Romero CeDeBaca and Josefa Romero Halligan. Maria has one surviving sister, Sophia Salazar Olivas of Denver, CO. She had nine children, four girls, and five boys; she is survived by her children, Isaac Romero and wife, Marcy of Santa Fe, Pat Romero and wife, Rosina of Las Vegas, Eloy Romero and wife, Helen of Espanola, Sylvia Fox and husband, Richard, Annabelle Valdez and husband, Vince, John Romero and wife, Anna, Gilbert Romero and wife, Monica, all of Albuquerque. In addition to her surviving children, she has 22 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Maria is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Maria Salazar and Josepha Salazar, both of Denver, CO, Betty Salazar of Salt Lake City, UT, Corina Marie Romero Crochetierre of Hudson, NH., MA, Lourdes Romero of Santa Fe, NM, Teodora Romero Bertron and husband, Walt of Campbelle, CA; brothers-in-law, Filemon Tapia of Santa Fe, NM, Anthony Merced Romero and his wife, Josephine of Pena Blanca, NM. Services will be held at San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway Blvd. SE. MaryAnn Arthur will lead with music and Roy Rivera will recite the Rosary on Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Robert Stannion on Friday, February 24, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith NE. Pallbearers will be Isaac T. Romero, Ed Romero, Phil Romero, Patrick Romero, Lawrence Romero, Charles Romero, Roman Romero, and Miles Fox. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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ROMERO -- Pauline C. Romero, 79, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was called home by our Heavenly Father February, 18, 2006. Services in her honor will be held Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at the Power House of God Church, 6235 Churchill Road SW. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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ROSE -- William G. "Bill" Rose, 97, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, February 20, 2006. He is survived by his longtime companion, Arlene Wardlow of Albuquerque; his children, Dr. William George Rose and wife, Nance of Albuquerque, Dr. John W. Rose and wife, Patricia of Albuquerque, Caroline Daniel and husband, Dr. Terry Daniel of Tucson, AZ, and Charles G. Rose of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Michelle Marie Rose and husband, Kurt Hughes of Denver, CO, Dr. William Gregory Rose of Albuquerque, John Wesley Rose and wife, Elizabeth of Seattle, WA, Guy Dallas Rose and wife, Lisa of Albuquerque, Wendy Lea Mitchell and husband, Michael of Dallas, TX, Scott Daniel and wife, Kathy of Phoenix, AZ, Sean Daniel and wife, Marie of Austin, TX, Carrie Daniel of Atlanta, GA, Britton Rose of Albuquerque, and Molly Melbye of Seattle, WA; 12 great-grandchildren; and sister, Marjorie Wellman of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma P. Rose; daughter, Barbara Melbye; son, David K. Rose; and brother, Milton Rose. Mr. Rose was a longtime Mason, 32nd Degree, lifetime York Rite, and Scottish Rite since 1970. He was also a lifetime member of Temple Lodge #6. Mr. Rose was the oldest member of the Ballut Abyad Shrine in the State of New Mexico at the time of his death, having joined in 1935. He also was a longtime member of the Shrine Chanters. He was graduate of Albuquerque High School and he went on to study civil engineering at both the University of New Mexico and New Mexico A&M (NM State). Mr. Rose studied engineering under the legendary professor of engineering "Dad Jett" at NM State. He worked as a civil engineer with the U.S. Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation, working on building the El Vado Dam, Ft. Sumner Dam, Conchas Dam, Abiquiu Dam, and Cochiti Dam in the State of New Mexico along with runways, rocket launching pads, and experimental sled runs at Holloman AFB. Mr. Rose also helped build the Hungry Horse Dam in Montana on the Flathead River near Glacier National Park, among other dams and projects around the country. He was an avid hunter and fly fisherman, a legacy he received from his father and passed on to his children. Graveside Services will be held Thursday, 3:30 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. 843-6333
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SALAZAR -- BETTY SUE In Loving Memory of Betty Sue Salazar February 24, 1944 - February 23, 2001 Many lonely nights spent thinking of past laughs and joys long gone. It's been a never ending struggle Finding a place where I belong. When you were here with me I always knew I had a home, But now that you are gone I've had to make it on my own. You were the one that made us a family You were the one that held us together Now we remain distant and broken Such fragile lives changed forever. I'll never forget the lessons you taught me I miss you Mama more than words could say Please know that I'm doing my best And wishing you a Happy Birthday! Love, Bucky
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SILVA -- Joseph "Joe" Phillip Silva, 35, was taken away so soon and unexpectedly February 16, 2006. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, February, 23, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande with full military Honors. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A trust fund has been set up for Brianna Silva; donations can be made at the U.S. New Mexico Federal Credit Union. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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SMITH -- Willie Smith, age 76, a resident of Albuquerque for 58 years, passed away on February 20, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Adell Smith; sons, Clarence Lee Smith, William A. Smith and wife, Carolyn, Steven Smith and wife, Linda; daughters, Pamela Davis and husband, Robert, Valerie "Khadijah" Smith and husband, Paul; sister Ruby Rand; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Willie was an Electrician for 15 years at Sandia Labs; following that employment he started his own business as Reliable Electrical Contractors. Willie was a devoted member of the Macedonia Baptist Church where he was ordained as a deacon. A visitation will be held on Saturday February 25, 2006 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church 1509 Edith SE, Albuquerque, NM. Funeral Services will follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons: Bryce Smith, Mario Lara, Marques Smith, and Richard Davis, great-nephews: Joseph D. Banks, Whitney Banks, and Dominic Banks. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Robert Sparks Jr., Alfred Sawyers Sr., B.P. Powdrell, Taylor Waiters, Grady Young, Arnold "Chump" Allen Sr., Oscar Jones, Bob Lewis, and Leo Vasquez. Funeral Services entrusted to: Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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THAYER -- Charles Cheney Thayer died on February 21, 2006. He is the son of Donald Cheney Thayer and Margaret Drueck Thayer, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his brother, Donald D. Thayer. Mr. Thayer graduated from the University of New Mexico and took graduate studies at the University of Colorado. We loved him! Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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VALDEZ -- Delfinia B. Valdez, 75, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 22, 2006. Mrs. Valdez is the beloved mother to Jose M. Valdez, Alice D. Chavez and husband, Timmy, Emily E. Muller, Connie Valdez, Ronald Valdez, Bernice Dorroh, Larry Valdez and wife, Nancy. She is also survived by one sister, Clorinda Rodriguez; one brother, Tedoro Blea; 17 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; her beloved dog, Sadie Lynn; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Valdez was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Bernie J. Gray and Augustine Muller I I I and one great grandchild, Augustine Muller IV. Mrs. Valdez was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation for Mrs. Valdez will be Friday morning at 8:00 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with a Rosary to be recited at 8:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 9:00 a.m. by Father John Tourangeau. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Michael Garcia, Joseph Ruiz I I I, Timothy J. Chavez, Mateo Valdez, Jonathan Valdez, and Wilfred Blea. Honorary pallbearers will be Roger Rodriguez, Ronald A. Valdez I I and Freddie Valdez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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VANDOREN -- Wanda VanDoren, 85, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 19, 2006. She was born at her grandparents' farm in Stafford County, KS on April 14, 1920. Wanda lived most of her adult life in Albuquerque. She enjoyed working for the same property management company until she retired at 78. Wanda then moved to Chandler, AZ to be with her family. Her loving family includes her son, Chuck Kearns and daughter, Chanda Stafford; six grandchildren, Cherri Anderson, Jerri Stafford, Tami Williams, Shelley Kearns, Mike Kearns and Amber Richardson; eleven great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. She was one of a kind and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 25, 2006, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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WHITE -- Walter Wm. "Bill" White, age 84, died Thursday, February 16, 2006 at home of respiratory failure, COPD. He was born May 13, 1921 in Milwaukee WI. His parents were William Sanford White and Eva Browning White. He learned to fly an airplane before he was old enough to drive a car. He graduated from the School of Public and International Affairs (now the Woodrow Wilson School) Princeton University in 1943. On the way to Army Officer Candidate School at Ft. Sill, OK, he married Julia Brackett Carson in Milwaukee, June 11, 1943. At Ft. Sill he was commissioned 2nd Lt., Field Artillery, in August 1943. He was assigned to the China-Burma-India Theater, where he served first in New Galahad, successor to Merrill's Maurauders, in Burma and then as a liaison officer with the Chinese Army in Burma and China until the end of hostilities. During his C-B-I service he was in three major campaigns. He left active military duty as a captain in June 1946. Bill returned to Milwaukee where he joined the junior executive training program with a major manufacturing firm. In the summer of 1949 he was accepted in a Master's Program at the School of International Affairs, Columbia University. After a year, Bill transferred to a Ph.D. Program in Columbia's Department of Public Law and Government. Bill's GI Bill entitlement ran out in 1952, and, by then the father of two daughters, he left Columbia "ABD" (All But Dissertation) to teach international politics and Asian history at Sarah Lawrence College. Bill was recruited by the CIA and joined the Agency in December 1953. His 20-year career as an intelligence analyst included 12 years of service at headquarters and 8 years in overseas posts. Bill was on the China Desk for all but 2 of those years, serving at headquarters as Chief, China Division, Office of Current Intelligence. He served for 6 years as Senior Intelligence Officer in Taipei Station. Bill's last Agency service was as Chief, Intelligence Analysis Branch, Saigon Station. For his work in Saigon Bill received a commendation from Ambassador Bunker in 1973. He retired from the Agency in 1973. Moving to Albuquerque NM in the fall of 1974, Bill began a new career by enrolling in UNM's Guidance and Counseling Program. In June 1977, he received his Masters Degree in Guidance and Counseling and was then a psychotherapist on the staff of the Albuquerque Center for Psychotherapy for 8 years. Active in politics as soon as he was free of the Hatch Act, Bill worked for the Democratic Party in New Mexico, serving on the State Central Committee and as Precinct Chair. He worked in Sen. Jeff Bingaman's campaigns, was Campaign Treasurer for NM Rep. Danice Picraux and in state senate campaigns. He was a member of the New Mexico Symphony Chorus for 26 years and served on the NMSO Board of Trustees for many years. A lifelong Episcopalian, he served on the Bishop's Committee in Taipei, and at St. Christopher's Mission in Saigon. In Albuquerque Bill was on the Vestry at St. Thomas of Canterbury for 12 years and served as both Junior and Senior Warden. Bill's life was a quiet example of "Princeton in the Nation's Service." Survivors include his wife, Julia Carson White; and his daughters: Susan Greenwood White and daughter, Morgan Katherine White; Gauri Karoli (nee Florence Carson White) and daughters, Gauri Ganga Little and her son, Metzpli, Yamuna Roxanne Little, and Maria Bhadra Kali Little; Lavinia Browning White and husband, Stefan George; and despondent boxer dog, Abigail Adams, the last of many wonderful boxers in his life. The Funeral will be on Saturday, February 25, 2006, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 425 University Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. In lieu of flowers please make donations in memory of Bill White to St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church or to the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, PO Box 30208, Albuquerque NM 87109-0208.
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YARNELL -- Hazel Helen Yarnell, age 81, passed away on February 21, 2006 after a brief battle with pneumonia. Hazel is survived by her husband of 54 years, John L. Yarnell; daughter, Barbara Yarnell and her husband, David Barsness and their son, Eric; daughter, Ann Yarnell; son, Tom Yarnell and his wife, Vivian and children, Lindsey and Katie; and youngest daughter, Martha Yarnell. Hazel was born in Plattlake, Minnesota. She graduated from Hector, MN High School. Hazel went on to obtain an RN degree from the Eitel Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. She then obtained a BSN from the University of Minnesota in Nursing Education. Hazel met John at the University of Minnesota and later married him on September 27, 1952. Hazel and John moved to Los Alamos in 1952 to begin their lifelong adventure. Hazel will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and friend. She was a free spirit whose loving and compassionate nature is evidenced in the relationships she had with family and friends. Hazel's lifelong love of the game bridge resulted in her obtaining a Life Master status in duplicate bridge. The memorial service for Hazel will be held on February 24, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Los Alamos, NM.
        Published on: Thu February 23, 2006