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ABEYTA -- Oliver R., Sr. Mr. Oliver R. Abeyta Sr., 58, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on July 21, 2006. Oliver is survived by two daughters, Juanita Santillanes and Cindy Santillanes; one son, Oliver R. Abeyta Jr. ; his mother, Mrs. Josie P. Abeyta; four sisters, Merlinda Jaramillo, Frances Waldee and husband, Lee, Monica Marquez and husband, Arnold Sr., Sandra Abeyta and Albert Fierro; three brothers, Jerry Moya, Ruben Abeyta and wife, Nancy, Anthony Abeyta and wife, Frances; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; many other extended family members. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 26, 2006 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Private disposition will take place at later date. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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BACA -- David C. Happy Birthday Dad! I can't believe it's been 17 years since you left us. Some days it still seems like just yesterday you were here laughing that big loud joyous laugh, visiting everyone and raiding their refrigerators, dancing terribly the way only you could, and driving all over town in your blue van full of kids. You have a beautiful grandson named Marcus who is the joy of our lives. I know you're in a better place with no more pain and heartache and that helps me when I miss you so terribly. Krista, Diego, Marisa and Ben, Nana and Papo, Tim, Eva, Gregg, Adam and Karen, and especially me, love and miss you and think of you every day. Your daughter, Vanessa Baca
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BLACKWELL -- Helen Ruth Blackwell, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1986, died Saturday, July 22, 2006. She is survived by her daughters; Elizabeth Riggins and husband, Glenn and Phyllis Gardner and husband, Walter; grandchildren, Debra Gleason, Mike Riggins, David Gardner, Lori Verurink, Phillip Gardner and their spouses; nine great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Blackwell in 1979; parents, Joseph Oral and Virdie Jenkins Bartshe; brother, Arthur Bartshe; and sister, Frances Pickering. She was born on April 30, 1915 in Hickory County, Missouri and married Phillip Blackwell on May 8, 1930. Helen was a member of Sandia Baptist Church in Albuquerque since 1986, where she was active in Prime Timers and faithful in Sunday activities. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Helen was beloved by many. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, July 25, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution NE, Wednesday, July 26, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. with Dr. Robert J. Butler officiating. Interment will take place at Hermitage Cemetery in Hermitage, MO on Monday, July 31, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund at Sandia Baptist Church, 9249 Constitution NE, in Helen's memory. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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CHAVEZ -- Alex J., Sr. Mr. Alex J. Chavez Sr., a resident of Albuquerque passed away on July 21, 2006. Mr. Chavez is survived by his beloved wife of sixty years, Mrs. Bonnie Chavez; three sons, Alex Chavez Jr. and wife, Julie, Greg Chavez and wife, Betty, and Daniel Chavez; one daughter, Janet Michaels; five grandchildren, Bonnie Chavez and husband, Doug, Cynthia Chavez, Jon Sanchez, Andrew Chavez and Ricky Cockroft; a great granddaughter, Nicole Wood; his brother, Cesario Chavez and wife, Cora; his sister, Terry Padilla and husband, Willie; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Chavez was a retired Captain of the Albuquerque Fire Department with over 25 years of service. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. A visitation will be Tuesday, July 25, 2006 from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Memorial Service at 1:00 p.m. by Pastor Calvin. Private disposition will take place at a later date. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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COL¢N -- Charlotte "Shelly" Col¢n, was born, on August 25, 1942. She went peacefully and painlessly on May 26, 2006, to join her maker and her beloved husband, Rafael "Ralph" Col¢n, whom she cared for each day for more than 20 years with love beyond belief. She is survived by her children, Brian Col¢n and his wife, Aleli Col¢n, Cheryl I. Col¢n and her partner, Claudette Candy, and Kevin Col¢n and his wife, Angie Col¢n. She is also survived by her siblings, Kenneth and Leslie Sullam and Rosette and Barry Snider; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles, all of whom she loved deeply. Shelly had five grandchildren: Ashlynn, Rafael, Kevin, Jr., Apryl, and Jadan. She awoke each and every day to be a good sister, mother, grandmother, and most importantly - to be a friend to everyone around her. Shelly was known in Valencia County as an individual devoted to the community, particularly its people, progress and growth. Over 25 years ago, Shelly and Ralph founded the flea market in Bosque Farms, which continues to be a center for the community on weekends. She took the lead in the effort to incorporate the Village of Bosque Farms and was a founding member of the Bosque Farms Business Association. Her family and friends will miss her dearly. A memorial endowment has been established in her honor for the benefit of the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Popejoy Hall's education programs. If you would like to honor Shelly and Ralph's lives and their service to the community, please send endowment contributions to the following address: Albuquerque Community Foundation, Attn: Shelly and Rafael Col¢n Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 36960, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87176. For questions or additional information please contact Brian Col¢n (505) 242-6677.
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DURAN -- ALFONSO DURAN SR. June 4, 1903 - July 24, 2000 In Loving Memory
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FISL -- Edith Ella Fisl, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, died Thursday, July 20, 2006. She is survived by her husband, George Fisl of Albuquerque; son, Michael Schoelz of Redondo Beach, CA; daughters, Gail Pawellek and husband, Richard Osmund of Portland, OR and Linda Jennie and husband, Carl of Roseburg, OR; grandchildren, Scott and Todd Edwards, Michael Schoelz, Jr., Randy Tenpow, Maggie Knight and Mikayla Pena; and seven great-grandchildren. Born in Berlin, Germany April 3, 1920, "Edie" was an avid swimmer and received a degree in Fashion. She immigrated to Vancouver B.C. in 1951 and then to Portland, OR in 1959, where she lived until 1978 when she married George Fisl and moved to Albuquerque. She was a member of Sandia Baptist Church and enjoyed singing in the church choir. "Edie" loved sunshine, birds, her flowers, the ocean, beaches and always a beautiful sunset and she also loved to visit her favorite health spas. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, on Tuesday, July 25, 2006, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the service at 11:00 a.m. Cremation will follow services. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GALLEGOS -- Consuelo Gallegos passed away in the loving presence of her family on Friday, July 21, 2006, at Lovelace Hospital in Albuquerque. Consuelo resided in Rio Rancho with her husband Dan Gallegos for the past 21 years. Consuelo was born in Gallup New Mexico in 1927. She was a long time teacher and was active with the League of Women Voters in California; and was a champion of Migrant Education. She is preceded in death by her husband Dan Gallegos. Consuelo is survived by her son, Michael and wife, Rosita Gallegos of Manteca, California; son, James Gallegos of Albuquerque; and daughter, Georgina Pacheco of Albuquerque and Margaret Gallegos of California; sister, Eilleen Gonzales; brother J.E. Garcia; four loving grandchildren, Michael and wife, Daphne Gallegos of Davis California; Rachel Gallegos of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and Katrina Gallegos of Albuquerque. She was also survived by several loving nieces and nephews throughout the country. Services will be held Thursday, July 27, 2006, at Immaculate Conception Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers remembrances can be made to Vista Care Hospice. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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GANDARA -- Maria N. Gandara, age 94, died Thursday, July 20, 2006 at the home of her daughter, Olga Gandara, with whom she lived for the past 11 years. She was the wife of the late Feliciano P. Gandara and a former resident of Lordsburg, NM where she lived for 50 years prior to her move to Albuquerque. Maria was born in El Paso, TX to the late Filomeno and Hilaria (Barbosa) Limon. She was preceded in death by brothers, Lorenzo, Felipe, Mercedes, Ignacio, Francisco, Gregorio, Luis; and sisters, Juanita, Sr., Maria Josefa, F.C.M., Maria Clara, and Cornelia. She is survived by her sister, Teofila Palacios and by her four children, Arturo Gandara and his wife, Linda Berg, Maria Olga Gandara, with whom she resided and her fiance, Jerry Craig, Loreto Gandara and her husband, William Hudson and Rogelio Gandara and his wife, Suzan; nieces, Beatrix Sereno and Gloria Ybarra with whom she shared a motherly relationship. Maria also leaves four grandsons and one granddaughter and many beloved nieces and nephews. She was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker who loved gardening, cooking for her family and friends, and spending time with her children and family. Maria was a devout Roman Catholic and a woman of deep faith. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, July 25, 2006, at 6:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, July 26, 2006, at the Aquinas Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas NE, with the Rev. Andrew J. Pavlak, O.P., Celebrant. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Adrian Gandara, Gabriel Gandara, Rafael Gandara, Daniel Gandara, Jerry Craig and Pedro S. Pena. Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Social Services of Albuquerque, P.O. Box 25405, 87125. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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HAMILTON -- John Ryan Hamilton July 10, 1938 - July 24, 2005 My dear dad, it's been a year since you left us; and it feels like forever. Not a day goes by that I don't miss you, although I know you're now at peace. Love your daughter, Bridget
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JORDAN -- Cathy (Beryl) Jordan 81, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on July 20, 2006. She was proceeded in death by her oldest son Wayne and her husband, Troy. She is survived by her children, Gerald and wife Lou Ann, Gene, and, Randy; grandchildren, Deneen, Kathy, Sean, Pam, and Jerry; great-grandchildren, Sara, Kaitlyn, Raul, Stephaine, and Danielle; and her dearest friend LaRaye Goeas. There will be a Memorial Service at St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church at 601 Montano Rd., NW at 3:30 PM on Tuesday July 25, 2006. The family would like to thank the Hospice unit at Anna Kaseman Hospital for their compassion and support.
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LINDAUER -- H. Edgar Lindauer, Jr., born in Baltimore, MD on July 6, 1923, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 15, 2006 in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Pat Lindauer; brother, Roy Lindauer of Ridgely, MD; son, Chris Lindauer and wife, Linda of Fairfield, CA; daughter, Karen Weirather and husband, Paul of Phoenix, AZ; Joann and Joseph Griffith of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Debbie, Brad, Kelly and Karli; greatgrandchildren, Austin, Ayla, Lexi, Zefram, Ashton and Adisyn. He was preceded in death by his father, H. Edgar Lindauer, mother, Elsie, sister, Doryce, brother, Bob and great-granddaughter, Alyssa. "Bud" served in the Navy as an aircraft gunner during WWII. He and his family moved to Albuquerque in 1961 where Bud worked at Kirtland Air Force Base until his retirement in 1981. According to Bud's wishes, a small service was held by the family at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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LUCERO -- Felicitas Torres Lucero died on July 16, 2006. The family of Felicitas would like to thank the many relatives and friends for the overflowing expressions of sympathy and loving thoughtfulness extended to them in celebrating her life. Thank you to Father Thomas Mayefske with Holy Ghost Catholic Church; cousins, Deacon Juan Lucero and Father Jose Lucero; musicians, Fidel and Feles Saavedra, Joe Saiz, John Lopez; and cousins, Corina Lucero and family; Harold Hamilton and staff of French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd., Anna Marie Cantwell at Mt. Calvary Cemetery and staff at Total Community Care for their love and special care shown to Felicitas.
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OWENS -- Phillip R. Owens, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2006. He is survived by his daughters, Susan Lovegrove Graziano of Milan, Italy and Sara Lovegrove of Dallas, Texas; his daughter-in-law, Marty Lovegrove of Great Falls, Montana; and his brother, John Owens of Pengilly, Minnesota. Phil was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia L. Owens and his son, Robert E. Lovegrove of Missoula, Montana. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, eight greatgrand children and numerous nieces and nephews. After graduating from Purdue University in Indiana, Phil worked at the Lockheed Aircraft Corporation in California for a year before moving to Albuquerque, where he worked and lived for the remainder of his life. He was an employee of the Sandia National Laboratories for 39 years, and, after retiring in 1985, he continued as a consultant with them for another eight years. Phil was a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and of the National Society of Professional Engineers. He served as President of the Albuquerque Chapter of the NMSPE (1965-1966), as President of the New Mexico Society of Professional Engineers (1982-1983) and as Vice President of the National Society of Professional Engineers (1975-1976); he was listed in the Marquis Who's Who in Science and Engineering (1998-1999). An active member of his community, Phil was awarded the Silver Beaver National Medal for Distinguished Service to Boyhood by the Boy Scouts of America in 1971. He was appointed Historian of the Purdue Club of New Mexico, for which he also served as president (1966-67). He was previously a member of the Engineer/Architect Selection Advisory Committee of the City of Albuquerque. He was an active member of the Asbury Methodist Church Choir. On Friday, July 28, 3:00 p.m., a "Celebration of Life" Memorial Service will be held at Asbury Methodist Church, 10000 Candelaria NE. A private graveside service will be held for the family at Sunset Memorial Park. The family request no flowers. Should friends so desire, memorials may be sent to the "Memorial for Bob Lovegrove" at the First National Bank, 201 N. Higgins St., Missoula, MT 59802. The fund is used for the promotion of the Boy Scouts. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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PARSON -- Salvador B. has been called to his eternal home by the Lord our Savior, on the evening of July 19th, 2006, at the age of 54. He has been reunited with his father, Raymundo Parson; brothers, Valentin and Tony Parson; his sisters, Mary Elirez and Elosita Trujillo. Sal is survived by his wife, Christine; son, Ray and wife, Joanne; daughter, JoAnn and husband, Joe; grandchildren, Kyle, Neil, and Trinity; his mother, Josefita Parson; brothers, Luis Parson and wife, Juliette, Henry and Tony, and Anselmo Apodaca; sisters, Emily Parson and fiance, Kenny, Elsie Parson, Virginia Roybal and husband, Arturo, Minne Roybal and husband, Isias, Confe Apodaca, and Grace Smith. Sal has many nieces and nephews as well as numerous friends, whom he respected and considered family. For those of you whose lives Sal has touched, services will be held on July 26th, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE 323-9000.
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RUDOLFO -- Manuel Rudolfo, 82, passed away July 20, 2006. Mr. Rudolfo was a WWII veteran and was the recipient of the Purple Heart. He is survived by two sons, one daughter, two sisters, one granddaughter, and one grandson. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Tuesday, July 25, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. All other Funeral services are pending and will be announced. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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TARTER -- William Leroy (Lee) Lee, born on September 5, 1917, died peacefully at the age of 88 on July 19, 2006. He is survived by Honey, his wife of 58 years and his son, Bill. He was predeceased by his daughter, Mary Helen, in 1975. Lee was very proud of being a native son of Albuquerque where he graduated from Albuquerque HS and attended UNM. He worked in the Post Office and then served in the Army Air Corps for four years during WWII. He married Honey in 1947. They owned and operated Baures Jewelry Co. which specialized in Native American Arts and Crafts. He was a member of the Lions and the Elks. The family attended Our Lady of Fatima Church. Lee was a kind and hospitable person. His life reflected much love and laughter. His faith carried him to the end and he is now gathered into the loving arms of God. Donations may be made to Boys Ranch, PO Box 5000, Boys Ranch NM 87002. There was a Memorial Mass held at La Vida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, on Sunday, July 23, 2006 at 2 p.m. in Carter Hall.
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WHITE -- Walter C. "Walt" White, 72, a resident of Albuquerque for 45 years, died Friday, July 21, 2006 in an unfortunate accident. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Valerie White; two children, Walter Kenneth "Ken" White and wife, Kelly of Albuquerque and Pamela White; grandchildren, Amanda White, Vanessa Campbell, Rachael Pasztor, and Ethan Pasztor; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings. Walt was born in Delta, Colorado on July 24, 1933 and graduated from Colorado State University. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. After his discharge, he met and married Valerie on December 22, 1956. He was employed as a teacher at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO before being employed by Honeywell in Albuquerque in 1961. In January 1969 he and Valerie founded Air Rep Company which in 1999 became Hydro-Air Systems, Inc. He remained active right up until his death, working with his family and colleagues every day. Walt was a life member of the DAV, the Elks, and the VFW. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church. Walt was an avid hunter and pilot. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Monday, July 24, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Services will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Road, NE, Tuesday, July 25, 2006, 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Bruce Wilder officiating. Interment will take place in Cedaredge Cemetery, Cedaredge, CO. on Friday, July 28, 2006, 10 o'clock a.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Road, NE or The Disabled American Vets. Dept. of NM, P.O. Box 3907, Station D, Albq., NM 87190. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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