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ARAGON -- Espiridion O. "Speedy" Aragon, age 85, a resident of Valencia, NM, passed away on July 29, 2006. He was a member of Valencia Catholic Church and a veteran of World War II. Espiridion was a lifetime Valencia County farmer and also drove a school bus for the Los Lunas Schools. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita O. Aragon, who passed away on January 1, 1996; his brothers, Tony Aragon, and Jamie Aragon. He is survived by his daughter, Vitalia A. Chavez and her husband, Roman of Belen; his four sons, Celestino Aragon and his wife, Loretta T. of Valencia, Ralph Aragon of Valencia, Frank Aragon and his wife, Nadine, Delfin Aragon and his wife, Ida of Los Lunas; four sisters, Pablita A. Aragon, Emelia Aragon, Virginia Aragon, and Eufemia Aragon; one brother, Jose Maria Aragon; 18 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. All services will be held on Tuesday, August 1, 2006 at Sandia Cristo Church beginning with a visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. followed by a Rosary at 9:30 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Valencia Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be all his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be all his granddaughters. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen. Visit online register at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com
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BALDONADO -- Rosie S. Baldonado, age 74, beloved wife, mother, sister and grandmother, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 27, 2006. Visitations will be held on Monday from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment will follow at the Algodones Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th St. NW 898-3160
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BANKS -- Virginia Banks, 89, died peacefully in her home after a long illness on Thursday, July 27, 2006. She was born on June 11, 1917. Mrs. Banks moved to Albuquerque with her family from Wagoner, OK in 1962. Ever since her move she had been an active and beloved member of the First Baptist Church in Albuquerque. Mrs. Banks is survived by her daughter, Deborah Banks; and son, Larry Banks, both of Albuquerque. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, August 1, 2006, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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BASTIAN -- George M. Bastian, 90, a good and faithful Servant of the Lord, loving husband, father, and grandfather was welcomed into Heaven on Sunday, July 30, 2006. George is survived by his wife, Verena King Bastian whom he married in 1941. George is also survived by his three children, Tommy Bastian of Dallas, TX; Harry Bastian of Albuquerque; and Maryalyce Eubanks of Spartanburg, SC; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. George served as a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force during WWII and as a pastor of Baptist Churches in Texas, Arizona, Germany, and Japan for over 60 years. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the New Mexico Baptist Foundation - New Church Fund, P. O. Box 16560, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87191. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am Tuesday, August 1, 2006 at Eastern Hills Baptist Church. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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CHAVEZ -- Michael Anthony Chavez November 15, 1960 - July 31, 2003 My Son, today makes three years since your departure. You once wrote me a letter and you said you would have beautiful flowers and sunshine greeting me. I look forward to that day when I join you and you Dad. With My Love Your Mother
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EADY -- Monique Renee Eady, 41, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on July 27, 2006. Services entrusted to: Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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ELLIOTT -- Mary Ann Elliott, 80, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, July 29, 2006. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Carl Elliott; sons, Jim Elliott and wife, Linda, Bill Elliott and wife, Mona, and Mark Elliott; daughter, Felicia Clark and husband, Robert; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; and many other friends and family in Albuquerque and Portales. Mary Ann retired in 1982 from Mountain Bell after 32 years of service. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 2, 2006 at French Mortuary, 1111 University NE. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque NM 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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ELLIOTT -- Mary Ann Elliott, 80, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, July 29, 2006. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Carl Elliott; sons, Jim Elliott and wife, Linda, Bill Elliott and wife, Mona, and Mark Elliott; daughter, Felicia Clark and husband, Robert; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many other friends and family in Albuquerque and Portales. Mary Ann retired in 1982 from Mountain Bell after 32 years of service. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, August 2, 2006, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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GARCIA -- ROBERT SR. Mr. Robert Garcia Sr. 85, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on July 28, 2006. Mr. Garcia is the beloved husband to Mrs. Isabel Garcia and loving father to Robert Garcia Jr. and wife, Patricia, Julia Cordova and Joe Talamante, James E. Garcia and wife, Carmen, Michael Garcia and wife, Patty. Services are pending and will be announced. Arrangements by; Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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GONZALES -- Antonio J. Gonzales Jr. June 10, 1926 - July 28, 2001 Dad it has been 5 years since you left us, and I still think of you everyday. I wonder how different our lives would be if you were still with us. I was always considered the lucky one because I was the baby, but we were all lucky to have you as our Father. All your Grandchildren felt like they were your favorite and they were all right. I still miss you everyday! Love, Monica
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HENNEBORN -- Alice Henneborn from New York now in New Mexico for the last 30 years, passed away on July 28, 2006 after a long illness and was in a local hospice when she departed. Alice is survived by her son, Harry Jr. and her daughter, Jean Alice, also now in New Mexico; there are also seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please send donations to their local ASPCA.
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HOOTEN -- Louise Cargile Hooten, 86, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, July 28, 2006, at Presbyterian Hospital. She is survived by her son, Bill E. Hooten and his wife, Phyllis and their children, Jeff Hooten and his wife, Tammy of Albuquerque and Kay Hooten Ostrom and her husband, Dan of Saint Paul, MN; her great-grandchildren are Taryn, Jefferson, and Mackenzie Hooten and Andy and Noah Ostrom. Louise is also survived by one of her seven siblings, Florene Lambert and her son, Larry Adams both of Albuquerque and Jim Adams of Denver. She was preceded in death by her husband, W. J. Hooten in 1989. Mrs. Hooten was a prominent real estate salesperson, receiving many rewards in Roswell, Las Cruces, and Albuquerque where she was associated with Hooten/Stahl, Realtors. Before her husband's death, they spent many years traveling and camping with the Tumbleweeds, Good Sam Club. Her Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 2, 2006, at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will be held later in the day for the family at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Louise was a member of Hoffmantown Church and in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper Drive, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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LIRA -- RUDY JR. and WANDA Mr. Rudy Lira Jr. and Mrs. Wanda Lira residents of Albuquerque passed away as the result of an automobile accident on July 28, 2006, and are now in heaven with our Lord. Rudy is survived by his mother, Maria Lira; his seven loving children, Candice Lopez, Emerald Lira, Jade Lira, Elijah Lira, Josiah Lira, Ariana Lira and Raelyn Lira; two sisters, Myrna Lira and husband, Ceasar Andazola, Mayra Lira and husband, Leonel Cuellar; a nephew, Leonel Cuellar Jr.; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Rudy was preceded in death by his father, Rudy Lira Sr. Wanda is survived by her father, Bob Ware and his wife, Lorraine; her mother, Anna Ware; her three loving children, Jonathan Sanchez, Ariana Lira and Raelyn Lira; one brother, Bobby Ware Jr.; two sisters, Gracy Tenorio and Leslie Ware; her grandparents, Joe and Mercedes Turrietta and many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Rudy and Wanda were member of the Catholic Church. Visitation for Rudy and Wanda will be Monday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final Visitation will be Tuesday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers for Rudy will be Amador Lira, Ceasar Rodriguez, Cesar Andazola, Victor Lira, Richard Benard and Rene Lira. Honorary pallbearers will be Armando Lira, Amador Lira and Edmundo Lira. Pallbearers for Wanda will be Sidney Ware, Eric Padilla, Charles Myers, Jessie Leyba, Jessie Romero Jr. and Daniel Romero. Honorary pallbearers will be Edwin Talmante, Joseph Romero, Chris Ware, George Vega Jr. and Steven Ware. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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MARTINEZ -- Ernest R. Martinez, 70, died Friday. A Rosary will be on Monday at 7:00 p.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church. Life Celebration Mass will be on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church. Graveside Service will be at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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MARTINEZ -- Richard N. Martinez, 62, a resident of Albuquerque for 38 years, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2006 unexpectedly in his home. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Dora Martinez; sons, Richard D. Martinez of Albuquerque and V. Paul Martinez and fiancee Michelle Murrey of Austin, TX; two brothers, Ben and Ray Martinez; five sisters, Naomi Greene, Mary Rush, Anavi Roman, Grace Mier and Carol Martinez; numerous nieces and nephews; and many special friends especially Ambrosio Ortega. Mr. Martinez was preceded in death by his parents, Levi and Anastasia Martinez; brother, Walter Martinez; and sister, Kathleen Robinson. He was born in Tierra Amarilla, NM. Mr. Martinez worked for many years at SED Laboratories and Tri-Core Laboratories. He loved working with children and playing his guitar. Mr. Martinez will be deeply missed by all his friends and family. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Monday, July 31, 2006, at 10:00 a.m., at Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith Blvd. NE, with Rev. Robert Woodruff and Rev. Jaime Quinones officiating. Contributions may be made in Richard's honor to Carrie Tingley Children's Hospital, 1121 University Blvd. NE, 87102, or Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith NE, 87102. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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PERRIN -- NORMAN ELWOOD It is with deep sorrow that the Perrin family announces the passing of Norman Elwood Perrin on July 24, 2006. He was born in Richmond, VA, October 22, 1931, and was a resident of Albuquerque since 1962. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty Young Perrin, who he was married to for 47 years. Norman is survived by his four devoted children: sons, Rocky and wife, Kim, Jimmy, Jeff, daughter, Mary and husband, David Young; grandchildren, Erik Perrin, David, and Kaitlin Young, all of Albuquerque. He was a diesel mechanic for Mack Trucks in Albuquerque, NM where he later became self employed with his son, Jimmy. Family was very important to him and he helped to support them throughout his life. He enjoyed fishing in NM, had a passion for gardening, and was an avid NASCAR fan. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him. The family would like to thank Dr. Robert Lowe, Dr. David Hartson, and the supportive staff at Presbyterian Hospital for their loving care. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE, on Wednesday, August 2, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. (323-9000). In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made at any Wells Fargo Bank. Please make checks payable to "Mary Young benefit of Norman Perrin".
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SANDOVAL -- Catherine Sandoval, 69, passed away July 28, 2006. A Viewing will be held on Tuesday, August 1, 2006 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Salazar and Sons Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited, following the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. also to take place at Salazar and Sons Mortuary. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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SEDILLO -- Daniel Michael Sedillo passed away at Presbyterian Hospital on Friday, July 28, 2006, after a long battle with cancer. A Memorial Service will be held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW, on Wednesday, August 2, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Private family burial will follow at a later date. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, Alb. NM 87107 (505) 343-8008.
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VAN WHY -- Raymond Richard Van Why III, 24, a resident of Albuquerque, died on June 5, 2006. He is survived by his loving wife, Jessica and his children: Raymond Richard IV, and Naiyah Monique. Raymond Richard is also survived by his parents: Sylvia Van Why; and Ray Van Why, Jr. and wife, Janet; sisters: Jennifer Benavidez and Aubrey Van Why; and great-grandmother, Rebecca Van Why. A Life Celebration Service for Raymond Richard will be held at the Reflection of Life© Chapel (Washington and Cutler NE) on Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
        Published on: Mon July 31, 2006