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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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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 31, 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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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. 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 Ministries Church, 824 San Mateo SE, (enterance on Ortiz). Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Funeral Services are in the care of: Daniels Family Funeral Services GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
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CLAUVE -- Sue Clauve, a longtime popular administrator with the State of New Mexico, died at home on her birthday, September 23, 2006, after a nine-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was 63. The daughter of Arnold and Eileen Clauve, Sue Margaret Clauve was born September 23, 1943 in Wabash, IN, and moved with her family to Albuquerque during her childhood. She graduated from Sandia High School and earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics from University of Oklahoma and a master's degree in public administration from University of New Mexico. During the early years of her career, Clauve worked for IBM in systems development in Denver and Palo Alto, CA, before joining the State of New Mexico in 1975. Successive promotions earned her the position of director of the Department of Integrated Systems Development, part of the General Services Administration, in which she oversaw all data and information processing for the state and supervised some 200 employees. She served in that position from 1991 until 1996. Subsequently, she was the state's deputy chief information officer for two years. Clauve retired from that position in 1998 when she became ill. A Democrat, she had worked equally effectively for the Republican and Democratic administrations of Governors Bruce King, Toney Anaya, Gary Carruthers and Gary Johnson during a period of rapid change in information management, and proudly displayed photographs of herself, pictured with various governors, in her home. Former New Mexico Gov. Bruce King, for whom Clauve worked during two of his three administrations, commended her for her professional contributions to the state. "That was the beginning of getting our information systems integrated and improved,'' King said in a phone interview. "Sue did excellent work. We're all very saddened by her passing.'' Clauve played softball throughout her life, and with her partner organized and managed many women's softball teams. Even after undergoing many surgeries and chemotherapy, she continued to play until the 2006 season. Her most recent city league team, The Old Bats, was comprised of women ages 40 and over who have played together for at least a decade. During the last year she participated, Sue played second base. When she would tire and take the bench, she good-naturedly took the role of mascot and allowed teammates to rub her head - fuzzy from loss of hair due to chemotherapy - for good luck. "Sue was our heroine,'' said her friend and team scorekeeper Gail Anderson. "She faced the cancer with such bravado, playing against all odds.'' Clauve was determined to enjoy life until its end, and went camping with friends - in her wheelchair - just a few weeks before her death, Anderson noted. She also played on the Senior Olympics women's softball team. In 2002, Clauve was selected as a U.S. Olympic Torch Bearer for events in Santa Fe, of which she was very proud. Clauve also enjoyed gardening, fishing and construction. With her partner she built many additions and improvements to their south-side Santa Fe home and built a cabin on their property at Heron Lake, which they shared with many friends. Her greatest passion was the Denver Broncos' football team. Beginning in 1971, she and her partner maintained season tickets, attending Broncos' home games in Denver, and amassed an impressive collection of Broncos' memorabilia. Clauve married her partner, JoAnne Miller, in double wedding ceremony with friends in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, on July 17, 2004. She is survived by JoAnne Miller, with whom she shared her life for 38 years; sisters, JoAnn Parish and Kay Miller of Albuquerque; many nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and -nephews; and many friends and former colleagues with whom she formed deep and lasting relationships. Visitation was held from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Community, 11 College Way. A Vigil followed at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at Santa Maria de la Paz. Burial will follow at Rosario Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society/Ovarian Cancer Research, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73123-1718, or by calling 1-800-ACS-2345.
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COSTALES -- Nathaniel E. Costales, surrounded by his wife of 64 years and all their children, died September 22, 2006 of multiple strokes. He was born November 1, 1920 into a Pioneer Methodist preacher's family in Wagon Mound, NM. He married Eleanor Mares also of Wagon Mound. Nate was attending the UNM and working when he enlisted into Army Air Force and fought in WWII CBI Theater (China, Burma, India) as a pilot flying the Hump. Served over 20 years living in Argentina, Panama, and Spain. Then taught English as a Second Language for another 20 years in Fairfield, CA where he's lived the last 46 years. Nate was a lifetime golfer, member of the First Baptist Church, and supporter of the United Methodist Church Rio Grande Conference of NM where his father ministered under Rev. T. Harwood. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor Costales; and his children: Richard and Rosemary Costales, Maurice and Patricia Costales, Rose and Jerry Sneed, Eleanor and Robert Morse; by his grandchildren, Christopher Sneed, Nina Costales, Nora Dickinson, Christine Cox, Daniel Morse, Curtis Costales, Anthony Costales; and three great-grandchildren. Also survived by his sisters, Lydia Wright of Albuquerque and Josephine Thomas of Florida. Nate was predeceased by his father, Rev. Dioniso Costales; and mother, Luz Corona Costales; his siblings, Higinio, Jonatan, Ernesto, Jose Maria, David, Elias, Benjamin Costales; Guillerma Sandoval, Ester Dozal, Emilia Medina, Dolores C.deBaca, Elfida; and his grandson, Paul Sneed. Funeral is at Fairfield Funeral Home, Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made for Education to First Baptist Church, 1121 Clay Street, Fairfield, CA 94533.
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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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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. Mass will be promptly celebrated on Thursday, September 28, 2006, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. 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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LOVATO -- Fidela Valencia-Lovato, was born April 27, 1932. She was called home to be with our Lord early Tuesday morning, September 26, 2006. Fidela is survived by an aunt, Rufina Castillo; brother, Mariano and Josie Valencia; sisters, Tillie Tafoya, Betty and Ralph Salas; children, Robert and Lillian Lovato, Andrew Lovato, Anthony and Isabel Lovato, Joe Lovato, Alex and Christine Lovato, Christine and Joe Valdez. Fidela was blessed with 49 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM, on Friday, September 29, 2006. A Rosary for Fidela will be recited at 12:00 Noon followed by the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 1:00 pm. There will then be a funeral procession to San Luis, NM, where she will be laid to rest. Following the burial the family will gather at the home of Robert and Lillian Lovato in San Luis, NM. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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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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MALMBORG -- Juliette Beckley Malmborg (Grandma Judy) died peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 24, 2006 at the age of 97. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Frank E. Beckley, and her second husband, Herbert Malmborg. She is survived by her daughter, Linda V. Tarack of New York City; her son, James F. Beckley and his wife, Yvonne, of Albuquerque; her grandchildren: Michelle Kidd and her husband, Stan, Jennifer Robinson and her husband, Ries, Dan Beckley and his wife, Dara, Kelly Stuart and her husband, Jack, Gwen Jurman and her husband, Nick, and James Tarack and his wife, Meera. She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren. Juliette worked at the United Nations and Beth Israel Hospital in New York before retiring to Albuquerque. She loved her family, her cats, and a good joke. She will be missed by all. The family is grateful for the loving care provided in her home by her caretakers, Melita Hinton and Lucy Carter, Letitia Ramos, and daughter, Perla, and the excellent care by Hospice of New Mexico. A private family gathering is planned.
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MARQUEZ -- Ernest A. "Ernie" Marquez, age 55, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine; son, Paul and his wife, Teri; daughter, Elizabeth Lynn Vigil and partner, Debby Trimarchi; son-in-law, Gilbert Vigil; five grandchildren, Dominic, Lorenzo, Marisol, Valerie, and Ambrosio; mother, Lucy Marquez; brothers, Louie and his wife, Francis, Leonard and his wife, Karen, Jake and his wife, Carmen, Floyd and his wife, Michelle, Orlando and his girl-friend, Carmen, Victor and his wife, Angela, Andrew; sister, Nadine Read and her husband, Ken, special extended family; sister, Carla Harris and her husband, Ken; brothers, Lalo Lingnau and his wife, Betty, Audie Lingnau and his wife, Ina; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mr. Marquez was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Bernadette; brother, Tim; and father, Eutemio. He served four years in the U.S. Navy and retired from KAFB. Ernest's hobbies were working on cars, building wood furniture, and playing with his grandkids. 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. Pallbearers will be Ben Lopez, Leonard Martinez, Gilbert Vigil, Nicholas Aragon, Marcial Sanchez and David Marquez. Special thanks to the ER Staff at UNM Hospital. 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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MCDEVITT -- Peter M. McDevitt, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2006. He is a life long resident of New Mexico and is survived by his loving wife, Sally McDevitt; and his children: Athena McDevitt, Albuquerque, NM, Rhea McDevitt, Thoreau, NM, and Dyanna Bible and husband Ian, San Diego, CA. He is also survived by his sister, Susan McDevitt, Santa Fe, NM; and two grandchildren. A visitation is planned for Saturday, September 30, 2006, from 12:00 noon till 8:00 p.m., with family to receive friends from 3:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services/Sunrise Chapel. The Daniels Family Funeral Services/Sunrise Chapel 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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MICHAEL -- Joseph A. Michael II, DDS, passed away Monday, September 25, 2006 due to an accident. He is survived by his wife, Jennine; his daughter, Jina Michael of Albuquerque; mother, Bonnie; brother, Timothy; sister, Theresa Ruth and husband, Dr. Darlo Vander Wilt, both of Albuquerque; in addition to many nieces, nephews; as well as grandnieces and grandnephews. Mr. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Joseph A. Michael, Sr. He was born in Albuquerque and graduated from Valley High School, the University of New Mexico and the University of Alberta Dental School. Mr. Michael was a member of the New Mexico Dental Association and the American Dental Association. He was a devoted husband and father and prominent dentist who practiced up to the time of his death. His practice will continue by the generous help of his colleagues. Mr. Michael was an avid swimmer and loved playing the piano. He was a friend to many and will be sorely missed. Our thoughts will always be with you, and you will stay in our hearts forever. We wish to express our appreciation to the adult intensive care team at Presbyterian Hospital for their kind care. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel Ave. NE, with his friend, Father Michael Shea, Celebrant. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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MONTANO -- Aroma Simonita Valdez Montano was born to Francisco and Carmelita Marquez Valdez on March 11, 1928 in Corrumpa, NM. Our "Romie" died at the age of 78, at home in Algodones amongst the family she loved on September 23, 2006. She graduated from high school in Greenville, NM, moving from there to Santa Fe until her marriage to Vincent Fred Montano in Bernalillo on January 19, 1951. Her husband of 56 years survives her as do their three children, Fred Michael of Albuquerque, John Vincent of Algodones, and Bernadette Sanchez and husband, Bill; their three children, Sherry, Bill Patrick, and Roberto; and her great-grandchildren, Anthony Brooks-Sanchez and Simonita Grenko-Sanchez, also of Algodones. Of her 13 siblings she is also survived by four sisters, Gavina Valdez, Josie Arrellano, Elizabeth Bowles, Donna Valencia; and one brother, Frank Valdez, all of Santa Fe; in addition to numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews and extended family. Aroma dedicated her life and love to her family as is attested to by the successes in their lives. A public viewing will take place on Thursday, September 28, 2006 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW, followed by the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady Sorrows Church, 301 N. Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM at 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 29, 2006. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque
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PORTER -- Evelyn Arlene Holloway Porter 1924 - 2006 Albuquerque, N.M. - Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and friend, Evelyn Porter, 82, fulfilled her earthly mission and returned home to her Heavenly Father on September 26, 2006. She was born to Arthur Orval Holloway and Nellie Ellen Matilda Colvin Holloway on August 6,1924 in Bayard, Nebraska. On July 11, 1953 she married the love of her life, Willard Jack Porter, in Denver Colorado and they were later sealed in the Mesa, Arizona "LDS temple. Evelyn is the joy and light in our lives. We'll miss seeing her smile, hearing her laugh and watching funny movies with her. We loved being with her on drives to see the fall colors, during family reunions, and on Sunday afternoons for dinner. She loved to fly and got her pilots license flying a Cessna 182. She loved Christmastime with her family. Evelyn was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She faithfully served in Sunday School, Primary and Relief Society and was a committed visiting teacher. Evelyn especially loved her family, they are her first love and first priority. She is a perfect example of love, selflessness, and service. We know Evelyn has begun a new mission, continuing to serve her Heavenly Father through love and service, just as she did during mortality. We look forward to the day when we can all be together again. Evelyn is survived by her husband, Willard Jack Porter; three daughters: Kathleen Porter Buell (Wayne), Patricia Porter Nodal , and Kimberlee Porter; 11 grandchildren; and two great grand children. She is preceded ion death by her parents; two brothers, two sisters, and a grandson. Funeral Services will be held Friday, September 29, 2006 - 2:00 p.m. in the Montano LDS chapel, 1100 Montano Road NW, Albuquerque. Friends may call Friday from 12:30 - 1:45 p.m prior to services at the Montano LDS church. Internment will be in the Heber City, Utah cemetery on Saturday, October 7, 2006.
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ROYBAL -- CHRISTINE N. Mrs. Christine N. Roybal, 51, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 26, 2006 peacefully at home with her family by her side and is now in heaven with the Lord. Christine is the beloved wife to Robert Roybal Sr., married for 32 years. Christine is also survived by her children, Lori R. Roybal and Paul De La Torre and a son, Robert M. Roybal Jr.; her mother, Claudina Anaya; two sisters, Dorothy Gonzales and husband, Johnny, Josie Jaramillo and husband, Manuel; two brothers, Manuel Anaya Jr. and wife, Anna, Martin Anaya and wife, Jennifer; 300 plus grandchildren which she acquired over the years as the "Lunch Lady" at New Futures School; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Christine was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Thursday 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. by Mrs. Martha Herrera. Final visitation will be Friday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Thomas Jaramillo, Christopher Anaya, Robert Anaya, Johnny Albert Gonzales, Martin Joseph Anaya, and Isaiah Anaya. Honorary pallbearers will be Nadine Carpenter, Denise Aragon, Julie Jaramillo, Melissa Anaya, Brenda Vigil, Carlos Vigil, and Faith Anaya. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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SHAW -- Raymer F. Shaw, Jr., 85, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2006, in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on August 16, 1921, to Raymer F. Sr. and Lillian Faye (Yates) Shaw in Brownsville, TX. However, most of his youth was spent growing up in the mining town of Dawson, NM. When America entered WWII, Raymer enlisted in the Army and served in England as a bomb sight repairman. While serving in England, he met his wife, June Parkin from Sheffield, England. Following the war, he brought her to America on the Queen Mary. He then enrolled at Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM, where he received a Bachelor's Degree in History and later a Master's Degree in Education. While raising a young family, he then completed his Master's Degree in Administration at the University of New Mexico. For forty years, he served NM's small and rural communities as a teacher, coach and principle. He retired to Rio Rancho, NM to continue his life of traditional values and continual learning. He will be remembered for his kindness, quiet fortitude, and a gentle interest in others. Throughout his life, he had a keen interest in history, nature, gardening, reading, and collecting Southwest Artifacts. Raymer is survived by his three sons, Raymer W. Shaw, Paul F. Shaw, and Curt S. Shaw; three grandchildren, Raymer Lee Shaw, Chesney Lynn Sampson and Raymer Wendell Shaw; two brothers, Quincy Shaw and John Shaw; and one sister, Iris Coleman. Raymer was preceded in death by his wife, June Parkin, and his mother and father. He will be sadly missed, and May He Rest in Peace. Graveside Services will be Saturday, September 30, 2006, 2:00 p.m., at Vista Verde Cemetery, Rio Rancho, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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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: Thu September 28, 2006