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ANDERSON -- Lawrence O. Anderson, MSGT. USAF Ret., passed away Saturday, September 23, 2006. He retired after 24 years of honorably serving his country in the United States Air Force. Lawrence is survived by his wife, Teri; two sons, Larry and Dustin; two daughters, Kelly and Shelly; seven grandchildren; brother, Brian and wife, Linda; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Memorial Service will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM, on Friday, September 29, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with U.S. Air Force Honors. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ, NM 505-343-8008.
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APODACA -- Rosenda Apodaca, "Nana", 89, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 24, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Apodaca and her beloved daughter, Mary M. YBarra. Rosenda is survived by her son-in-law, Gilbert J. YBarra; grandchildren, Carlos Lucero and wife, Carol, Gilbert YBarra, Virginia Salas and husband, Albert, Christine Najera, Yvette YBarra and husband, Sam; 12 great-grandchildren; many other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1401 Arenal SW. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, September 27, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ, NM 87107 505-343-8008.
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BENAVIDEZ -- Jacob Ray Benavidez July 3, 1986 - September 27, 2004 Each morning when I awake I know that you are gone. No one knows the heartache as I try to carry on. My heart aches so bad with sadness. What it meant to lose you Jacob, no one will ever know. My thoughts are always with you. Your place no one can fill. In life we loved you dearly. In death we love you still. There will always be the heartache and of course the tears. Thank you so much for all the memories of a time when you were here. Our family chain is broken now and nothing is the same. What I do know is our chain will link again. Meet you at the Crossroad, Jacob. We love and miss you, Love Mom Valerie, Glenn, Matthew, and Malachi
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BLACKBURN -- Henry Blackburn, 40, a resident of Albuquerque and former resident of Great Falls, MT, passed away on September 22, 2006 while enjoying one of his favorite pastimes, motorcycle riding in the Sandia Mountains. He is survived by his mother and father; two sisters, Laura Blackburn and Cathy Johnson; brother-in-law, Karl Johnson; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and special friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, who have welcomed him home with open arms. He was born on May 29, 1966 to H. Henry and Elizabeth I. (Fox) Blackburn in Alliance, OH. He grew up in New Bedford, MA, Phoenix, AZ, and Albuquerque, NM. As an adult, he entered the United States Air Force and spent eight years proudly serving his country. He developed the skill of equipment calibration which he continued to use in his civilian career. However, Henry (Hank) will be remembered most for his passion for computer gaming, his love of motorcycle riding, his quick wit, and his wonderful, quirky smile. He will be dearly missed. Memorial Services will be held on Friday, September 29, 2006, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. A gathering of friends may visit at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Thursday, September 28, 2006, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A reception will be held directly after the Memorial Services on Friday, 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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BROOKOVER -- Bill Brookover, 75, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2006. Bill was born in Wichita, KS on October 25, 1930, and raised in Eureka, KS. He attended Kansas State University graduated from Missouri Valley College, where he met and married Joanne Brisley Brookover, his wife of 54 years. Bill served in Japan in the U.S. Army Rangers during the Korean War. The Brookovers have been residents of Albuquerque since 1978, where they owned and operated Saga Incorporated, a Southwest greeting card company, from 1980 to 1998. Bill was a ten year survivor of Lymphoma. Bill had a great love for dogs and football and was known for his friendliness, generosity, and wonderful sense of humor. He is survived by his wife, Joanne; his daughter, Linda; and granddaughter, India Brookover-Coleman. There will be a Memorial Service on Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the French Morturary at 7121 Wyoming NE. (505) 823-9400.
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CAMPOS -- Lawrence F. Campos, age 53, our beloved brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, has gone to his Heavenly Home. Lawrence was preceded in death by his mother and father, Lillian Campos and Tomas Campos and by his brother, Alfred Campos. He is survived by his daughter, Raylena Bergevin; grandson, Alexander Torres; brothers, Esteban, Michael and wife, Patricia, Gilbert and companion, Pauline, Henry and wife, Maria; many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Lawrence touched the lives of all who knew him and he will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (St. Marys's), 619 Copper Ave. NW, on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow at 117 Nara Visa Rd. NW, 1 block north of Osuna 1 1/2 blocks east of 2nd St. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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CARROLL -- ROBERT L. Sergeant First Class Robert L. Carroll, USA (Ret.), 75, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, September 25, 2006. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sachiko Carroll; four children, Robert Carroll Jr. and wife, Rose, Joyce Zamora and husband, David, Charles Carroll and wife, Rosaline, and Hiromi C. Moroney and husband, Daniel; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Daddy was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers; and one sister. He was born on June 22, 1931 in Hopewell, AL and joined the United States Air Force in Birmingham in 1949. After his discharge in 1953, he entered the United States Army in March of 1954 and continued to serve until his retirement on July 31, 1971. Daddy proudly served his country receiving numerous awards including three Purple Hearts, Air Medal and Army Commendation Medal for Heroism. He was a devoted husband, loving dad and grandpa and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Private services will be held, at his request and interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery on Thursday, October 5, 2006. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 7001 Menaul Blvd. NE, Suite 1A, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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CHAVEZ -- Margaret Chavez, "Auntie Peggy", went home with the Lord on Sunday, September 24, 2006 surrounded by her family. She was born October 20, 1945 and passed away at the age of 60 after a full and blessed life. Peggy was a 1963 graduate of St. Vincent's Academy which she attended from 1st-12th grade. Peggy went on to work for Albuquerque Family Health Center for 18 years and continued giving aid to people as a caregiver for the rest of her days. Peggy was preceded in death by her father and mother, Silvano and Josephine; brothers, Pete Sr., Benny, Silvano Jr., Clemente; sister, Merlinda; nephew, David; and niece, Loretta. She is survived by a sister and best friend, Jo Ann; and nephew, Jimmy, whom she helped raise; two brothers, Benton and wife, Mona and George and wife, Esther; sisters-in law, Vangie, Bernadine, and Maryann; five nieces; and 13 nephews; and many cousins and friends. There will be a viewing Thursday September 28, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Memorial at 7:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Garcia Mortuary lead by cousin, Pastor Ignacio Chavez. A final viewing will be held Friday September 28, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 a.m. at Restoration Ministry, 824 San Mateo. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be nephews Jimmy, Pete Jr., Benny, John, Benton Jr., and Nathan. Honorary pallbearers will be all remaining nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank everyone for their love and prayers through this difficult time. Funeral Services are in the care of: Daniels Family Funeral Services GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
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CLAGHORN -- Peggy Ann Claghorn passed away Thursday, September 21, 2006 in her home in West Richland, WA. She was 49 years old. She was born on January 31, 1957 to Charles and Katherine Kyger. She grew up in Albuquerque, NM, and was a member of Annunciation Catholic Church where she met her husband of 25 years. While in Albuquerque, she was president of the Legion of Mary, a youth organization dedicated to the Rosary and to the service of the severely disabled and elderly. Peggy and her husband later moved to West Richland, WA to start a family in the ideal setting. She earned her associate degree in nursing from Columbia Basin College in 1984, just after the birth of their first child. Her family was her greatest joy in life, and she lived to care for others. Peggy was a dedicated nurse who worked at places such as Lourdes Counseling Center, Nueva Esperanza, and the Tri-City Chaplaincy. She attended Christ the King Catholic Church where she had been active as a religious education teacher, a LIFETEEN core member, and in the visitation ministries. She volunteered at Tapteal Elementary and was team mother for Little League, Babe Ruth, and Hanford baseball teams. She loved to watch her children thrive at Hanford High and participate in the school's drama program. She is survived by her parents; her husband, Ron; her three children, Katherine, 22, Kristina, 20, and Gerald, 18; her brothers, Kevin and David Kyger; and her sister, Mary Kay Hatfield. A Rosary Vigil and viewing will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 26, 2006 followed by the Funeral Service at 10 a.m. on Wednesday September 27, 2006 both at Christ the King Church in Richland, WA. Donations can be made in lieu of flowers to the Tri-City Chaplaincy at 2108 West Entiat, Kennewick, WA 99336. How do you measure a lifetime of love?
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CLIFFORD -- Johnny L. "Jonsey" Clifford, a resident of Lindrith, NM, passed away September 20, 2006. He was born February 1. 1956. He was preceded in death by his mother, Thelma Howard. He is survived by his son, Dustin Haws and wife, Amber; daughter, Skyla Malcom and fiance, Billy Rodriguez; grandchildren, Brett, Tyler, Wyatt, Brittany, David, and Jesse. He is also survived by his brothers, Bobby and wife, Lanell, Jimmy and wife, Debbie, Jerry Clifford; sisters, Skeeter and husband, Burl Applegate, Shirley and husband, Rick Nearhood, Fanita and husband, Sam Houston; and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has already taken place. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday 2:00 p.m., at the Lindrith Baptist Church, in Lindrith, NM.
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HERRERA -- Manuelita Herrera, 91, Of Manzano, NM passed away on September 22, 2006, at the home of daughter Gloria and husband, Eppy Paez of Mountainair, NM. She was surrounded by her loving family. It broke our heart to lose you, mama, but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you. Your heart was weak, your bones were brittle, and you could no longer stay so God called you home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Antonio Herrera married for fifty eight years; and three sons, Roberto, Antonio Jr., and Augustine Herrera; parents, Maria and Salvador Griego; a brother, Sisto Griego; a sister, Adela, Chavez; and a daughter-in-law, Loyola Herrera. She is survived by a brother, Pedro and wife, Dolores Griego of Albuquerque, NM; sisters, Fedelina Garcia of Willard, NM, Virgina Aragon, Carman Thompson, and Mary Griego of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Ignacio and wife, Francis Herrera of Albuquerque, NM, Eddy Herrera of Estancia, NM, Arturo Herrera, Leroy Herrera and Ruth Ann Nelson of Manzano, NM; daughters, Tillie Herrera Brummell of Mountainair, NM, Isabel and husband ,Carlos Sanchez of Albuquerque, NM, Diana and husband, Mike Apodaca of San Bernardino, CA, Cecilia and husband, Arturo E. Sanchez of Bend, OR, Gloria and husband, Eppy Paez of Mountainair, NM; grandson, Daniel Herrera Brummell that she helped raise for six years. She loved her two year old great-granddaughter, Zoey Joe Brazil, Zoey would come into her room every morning and say, Good Morning Little Grandma, I love you. She was a wonderful, grandmother and loved all her 31 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren, and 26 great-great-grandchildren. She was born in La Cienega, NM in 1915 and attended Mountainair High School, after that she met and married Antonio Herrera in 1933. Together they had 12 children. She was a member of Nuestra Senora de Dolores Catholic Church in Manzano, NM, where she and her husband were Mayordomos of the church three times, and she also was a member of the Alter Society. Pallbearers will be her granddaughters, Rachel Sarabia, Anabel Gamez, Shirly Felix, Karen Sanchez Griego, Julie Lujan, Teresa Wasson, Cathy Coleman, Elizabeth Herrera, Joyce Martinez, Louisa Herrera, Daniella Herrera, Carmella “Lucha” Herrera, Mariaelena Lovato, Olivia Boyle, Natalie Sanchez, Consuelo Brazil, and JoAnna Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Lawrence Herrera, Ronnie Herrera, Steven Herrera, Daniel Brummell, Patrick Brummell, Michael Herrera, Anthony Herrera, Charles Sanchez, Timothy Sanchez, Armando Herrera, Michael Apodoca, Joseph Apodace, Daniel Apodoca, and Solis Herrera. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church of Manzano. A Mass will be Friday, September 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church of Manzano. Father Stone will be officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary (505) 847-2331 “Our Family Serving Your Family” www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
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JACQUES -- Carrie W. Jacques, age 87, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2006 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on April 21, 1919 in Woodbury, TN to James and Maude (Kirby) Warren. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Tillman and husband, Leon of Albuquerque, NM; two grandsons, Patrick Tillman of Toledo, OH and Christopher Tillman of Albuquerque, NM. Carrie has a nephew, Bob Mason of McMinnville, TN. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward W. Jacques; two sisters, VassieLee Mason and Della Warren; and her parents. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2006, 6:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Mary Katherine Casey as the officiant. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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JONES -- Robert F. Jones, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died peacefully at the age of 95 on June 10, 2006. He is survived by three children, Sally White New, Gwyneth Cravens, and William L. Jones; and by three grandchildren, Peter White, Astrid Dove Cravens, and Erin Jones Fuller. He was preceded in death in 1997 by his wife of 58 years, Sylvia Bradbury Jones. He was born on a homestead in western South Dakota and attended the University of North Dakota. During the Depression, he herded sheep and read voraciously. He served in Europe in World War II as a photogrammetrist and cartographer, creating the maps that were used for the D-Day landing in Normandy. After moving to New Mexico, he worked as a surveyor and mapmaker for the U.S. Forest Service and later for Kirtland AFB. At the age of 60 he took up running and won prizes in senior races and continued running into his 80s. On visits to Mexico after retirement, he taught himself to surf. He was a member of the Masons for over 50 years, and also of the Society of American Military Engineers. A believer in the sanctity of civil liberties and equal rights for all, he supported the American Civil Liberties Union by collecting aluminum cans and donating the proceeds from their sale. He was one of the early members of the First Unitarian Church in Albuquerque. He loved to read, to do puzzles of all kinds, to listen to and play music, and to garden. He revered learning and encouraged his children and grandchildren to get good educations. He took pride in being a veteran. His ashes, along with Sylvia's, have been interred at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family would like to thank those dedicated people who made his final years happy and comfortable: the owners of Prime Care Living's Stardust House, Tom and Rhonda Dimperio, managers, Janet Gutierrez and Erica Rominger, Stardust staff, Elizabeth Black and Lynnae Jaiquiri, and his nurse, Dania Pruess, of Hospice de la Luz. Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 on September 28, 2006 at the First Unitarian Church in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the Alzheimer's Association or to the First Unitarian Church Memorial Fund.
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LARRIBAS -- Ray Larribas, 84, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2006. Born on August 8, 1922, he was raised in Martineztown. Mr. Larribas is survived by his children, Bonnie Larribas, David Larribas, Vietnam veteran, Celia Bonney and husband, Matthew, Anthony G. Larribas, Rosemarie Newsome and husband, Paul, John Larribas, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Ann Marie Goold, Carlos Larribas, Nicholas Bonney, Shane Larribas, Andrea Newsome, Alicia Larribas; an unborn great-grandchild; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Maria Belen Larribas; and mother, Nellie Whitehead. Mr. Larribas was a WWII veteran and POW. He served in the 101st Airborne Division, 509th Regiment in the Army as a paratrooper from which he retired in 1964. Mr. Larribas served in the Army for 21 years and also in the Air Force as a Chief Fire Fighter and a Chief Fire Instructor. He retired from Sandia Laboratories. Mr. Larribas also served as a National Service Officer at the VA for 25 years. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church since 1963. Mr. Larribas will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, September 27, 2006, 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. Mass will be promptly celebrated on Thursday, September 28, 2006, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Friends may visit Our Lady of Fatima half an hour prior to the Rosary. Interment will take place at 11:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Shane Larribas, Nicholas Bonney, Matthew Bonney, Paul Newsome, Carlos Larribas, Oscar Borunda, and John Larribas. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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LUDERS -- Linda Kathryn Darnell Dixon Luders, 58, passed away Monday night, September 25, 2006, at home, surrounded by family, after a 4 1/2 year struggle with cancer. She was born April 16, 1948 in Albuquerque, and lived most of her life there and in Bernalillo. Linda graduated from Our Lady of Sorrows High School in Bernalillo in 1966 and attended the University of New Mexico. In 1969, she married John B. Dixon of Albuquerque, and is survived by their two children, Heather Dixon of Philadelphia, PA, and Storm Dixon of Bernalillo. She remarried in 2002 to Charles R. Luders of Bernalillo. Linda is also survived by her sister, Verda Rinaldi of Salt Lake City, UT; and three of her four brothers, Carlton Darnell of Albuquerque, Calvin Darnell of Prescott, AZ, and Cone Darnell of Mesa, AZ. She was preceded in death by another brother, Charles Darnell of Bernalillo and her parents, Henry and Dorothy Darnell. Linda was an active, life-long member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and devoted her life to serving the Lord. Linda was an elect lady who was loved by all who knew her and will be dearly missed. Services will be held Friday, 11:00 am at the Bernalillo Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 325 Avenida de Bernalillo. Viewing will be held at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Should friends desire, donations can be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Central New Mexico Affiliate, P. O. Box 92110, Albuquerque, NM 87199.
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MARQUEZ -- Ernest A. "Ernie" Marquez, age 55, resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2006. Rosary will be recited Thursday, September 28, 2006, at 7:00 p.m., at San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway SE. Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 29, 2006, at 10:00 a.m., at San Jose Catholic Church. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MCCREARY -- EVELYN LOUISE HARGROVE Evelyn McCreary was born in Kansas City, MO in 1919. She journeyed to her next destination August 2006. Evelyn was the daughter of Eva White Hargrove and Scott Hargrove. She and her sister, Dorothy, grew up in Wichita, KS, spending summers in Estes Park, CO. Evelyn received her undergraduate degree in Home Economics from Berea College, located in Berea, KY. While at college, Evelyn met, fell in love with, and married William Jasper McCreary. After the 2nd World War was over, they moved to Los Alamos with their infant son, Pat. Linda was born a few years later. Evelyn was loved by her family and held in high regard by those who knew her. She served her community by raising her children, through her active involvement in various fiber arts organizations throughout northern New Mexico, and her volunteer work at the Los Alamos Senior Center. This is not the sum of her life. She is survived by Pat and Jan, living in Silver City, and Linda and Ellen and their children, Elliott and Avery, living in Albuquerque. A Death blow is a Life blow to Some A Death blow is a Life blow to Some Who till they died, did not alive become - Who had they lived, had died but when They died, Vitality begun. Emily Dickinson
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MONDRAGON -- Manuel J. Mondragon, age 69 and a resident of Albuquerque for 48 years, died Monday September 25, 2006 in a local hospital following an illness. Mr. Mondragon is survived by his wife, Lupe N. Campbell of Albuquerque; three daughters, Lisa Herrera and husband, Ruben of Albuquerque, Diane Chavez and husband, Joseph of Los Lunas, Lorraine Campbell of Albuquerque; three sons, Michael Mondragon, Ricky Mondragon and wife, Therese, and Richard Campbell, all of Albuquerque; his mother, Lucilla Mondragon of Taos, NM; two sisters, Francis Cruz and Susan Baca, both of Albuquerque; three brothers ,Patricio Mondragon, Fred Mondragon, and Arturo Mondragon, all of Taos; and ten grandchildren. He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. A viewing and visitation will be held on Wednesday September 27, 2006 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. in St. Charles with interment to follow in Fairview Memorial Cemetery. All Services are under the care and direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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MYERS -- Joseph R. (Dick) Myers, a resident of Albuquerque since 1954 and 1962 graduate of Sandia High School, passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2006, after a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne of 42 years; his daughter, Karen; son-in-law, Larry; and two granddaughters, Jessica and Gabriella Gallegos. His loving kind heart and sense of humor will be missed by all who knew him. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, September 27, 2006, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Graveside Services will be held Thursday, September 28, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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OAKLEY -- Regina E. Oakley, 92, passed away on September 24, 2006 in Albuquerque. Arrangements are being entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sunrise Chapel 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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PANKEY -- Barbara "Bobbi" Jean Pankey, 68, a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, died Sunday, September 24, 2006. She is survived by her daughter, Dena Jernigan and husband, Nick; son, Benny Pankey; grandchildren, Melissa Pankey, Nicohle Jernigan, Sonya Jernigan and Carter Pankey, all of Albuquerque; sister, Roselle Higginbotham; brother, Buzzy Warren and wife, Kathy; sister-in-law, Evelyn Mitchell; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Pankey was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie Pankey; daughter, Debbie Pankey; and parents, Hobert and Arabelle Warren. She retired from the City of Rio Rancho after 22 years. Mrs. Pankey had a great passion for caring for her grandchildren. A part of that was watching her granddaughters dance and watching her son and grandson race their cars. Her last trip out of town was to watch her son race in Aztec, NM. She was an active part of her granddaughters' marching band competitions. She is deeply loved and will be missed by all. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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SANCHEZ -- Clarence R. Sanchez, born June 22, 1947, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday evening September 25, 2006, surrounded by loved ones. Often referred to as a "man's man", a "true cowboy" and "the last of a dying breed", Clarence spent the last weekend of his life watching a live Major League Baseball game with his family during a trip to Colorado. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren whom he enjoyed spoiling. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elias G. and Anita Sanchez; sister; Rita; and beloved uncle and aunt, Emilio and Eloisa Herrera. He is survived by his brother, Alex D. Sanchez of Corrales; nephew, Marcos Sanchez and family; and niece, Anita Sanchez of California; Cathy Sanchez of Albuquerque; step-daughter, Desiree A. Martinez of Chama, husband, Earl J., and their children, Amber, Joseph, and Ezekiel; step-son, Alex Pearson of Albuquerque, wife, Sharon, and their children, Alex, Santiago, and Christopher; as well as many close friends and buddies. 'Grandpa Clarence' we love you very much, you will be greatly missed by us all. Arrangements are being handled by Salazar and Sons (247-4124), with Services being held at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary on 4th and Alameda (TBA).
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SANDERS -- Bernice Marie Sanders, 88, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2006. She is survived by her nephew, Carlton Pearl; her sister-in-law, Ellouise Pearl; her step-daughters, Carol Baldwin and Jimmie Landers; and six grandchildren. Mrs. Sanders was preceded in death by her husband, James G. Sanders; her parents, George and Virgie Pearl; and her brothers, Lewis C. and George C. Pearl. She retired from Sandia National Laboratories after 30 years of service and devoted her time to volunteer work with babies at Presbyterian Hospital in her retired years. Services will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery in Belen. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE, 87110 or to Animal Humane Association of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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TUCKER -- Angela J. Tucker, age 77, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2006 in Albuquerque. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, George E. Tucker, of Albuquerque; son, Michael Tucker and wife, Susan, Patrick Tucker and wife, Yolanda, all of Albuquerque, and Timothy Tucker and wife, Alison of Elk Grove, CA; grandchildren, Michelle Rautis and husband, Rob of Salt Lake City, UT, Christopher Tucker of MCAS Miramar, CA, Christina Taylor and husband, Lewis of Albuquerque, Anna Allred and husband, Ryan of Germany, Emily Abbott and husband, Mark of Albuquerque, Matthew Tucker and wife, Elisha of Albuquerque, Victoria Tucker and Ian Tucker, both of Elk Grove, CA; great-grandchildren, John Michael and Rachel Rautis of Salt Lake City, UT, Ashley, Austin, and Katie Taylor of Albuquerque, and Monica Allred of Germany; sister, Elva Mera of Washington, PA. Angela was an active member of Montgomery Blvd. Church of Christ for 50 years. Services will be held Thursday, September 28, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at Montgomery Blvd. Church of Christ, 7201 Montgomery Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Wednesday, September 27, 2006, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd. NW, 87120. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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TURRIETTA -- Anthony John Turrietta April 26, 1985 - March 27, 2006 If tears could build a stairway and memory a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again. Love you and miss you, Grandma Mary and Grandpa Ladiz
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WILKENING -- Marvin H. Wilkening, born March 13, 1918, passed away on September 24, 2006 at the Socorro Good Samaritan Village, which he in helped establish. Born on the family farm near Oak Ridge, MO, Marvin grew up with an appreciation of the outdoor life and an interest in nature which sustained him throughout his life. Marvin was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ruby. He is survived by daughter, Laurel and her husband, Godfrey Sill of Tucson, AZ; son, Wesley and his wife, Mary of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Whitney of Albuquerque; sister Verna Lang, of Arvada, CO; and brother, Walter Wilkening of Columbia, MO. After graduating from Southeast Missouri University in 1939 Marvin taught high school science and mathematics in Jackson, MO, until moving to Chicago to pursue graduate work in physics. In 1942 he married Ruby Barks, a teacher at Jackson High School. He served his country as a physicist with the Manhattan Project during WWII starting with the Fermi group at the University of Chicago where he recorded the neutron flux indicating the first self-sustained chain reaction in the first nuclear reactor. He and Ruby moved with the project to Oak Ridge, TN, then to Hanford, WA, and finally to Los Alamos, NM. He was monitoring neutrons on site during the first explosion of the atomic bomb at the White Sands Missile Range 35 miles southeast of Socorro, NM. After the war he returned to Chicago to complete his Ph.D. in physics at Illinois Institute of Technology. He happily accepted a position as a Associate Professor at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in 1948 and so moved to Socorro, NM for the remainder of his life. He enjoyed his career as an atmospheric physicist and professor working with the distinguished group of colleagues and students at NM Tech. His research work using naturally-occurring radon to trace the movements of air over mountains and islands and in caves and mines took him from New Mexico to Alaska and Hawaii and India a and Spain. His techniques were useful in the study of thunder storms which led to his role in the establishment of NM Tech's Langmuir Laboratory in the Magdalena Mountains. Marvin was a "people person" with a heart-warming smile for everyone. There was a special place in his heart for his students and research associates and the many international students he advised and nurtured as Dean of Graduate Studies at NM Tech. He and Ruby entertained research scientist and students from Socorro and the world at large in their home in Socorro and the log cabin they built in the Gila National Forest. The cabin was also the place where many young folks were introduced to New Mexico's high country in fishing, hunting, and hiking trips. Marvin enjoyed the beauty of the mountains and the creatures therein; the forest recharged him and reconnected him with the days of his youth in the woods of southeastern Missouri. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul's Methodist Church in Socorro at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 30, 2006. Gifts in his memory may be made to St. Paul's Methodist Church of Socorro or to the Marvin H. Wilkening Endowed Faculty Fund at New Mexico Tech. Daniels Family Funeral Services - Northeast Heights 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed September 27, 2006

ZACHARIAS -- Howard P., of Albuquerque for 14 years, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2006. A Memorial Service will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Thursday September 28, 2006, at 11:00 a.m.
        Published on: Wed September 27, 2006