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CARROLL -- GEORGE B. Col. George B. Carroll, Sr. USAF Retired, 87 years of age, resident of Albuquerque since 1985, died September 29, 2006. He is survived by his sister, Calista Asevica, of Waterbury, CT; son, Dr. George B. Carroll, Jr. and his wife, Linda, of Corrales, NM. The Colonel was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Evelyn. He was a member of St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church and a past member of the Lions Club. Col. Carroll served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and was stationed at Air Force bases around the world. After retiring from the Air Force, he and Evelyn lived in Middlebury, CT for 15 years and then moved to La Luz Del Sol in Albuquerque to be near their son, George. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 6, 2006 at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW. Father Alan Cushing of Tacoma, WA will celebrate the Funeral Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Building Fund, 5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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CHILDERS -- Wilma "Jerry" Childers was born March 20, 1930 and died Sunday, October 1, 2006. Jerry was preceded in death by her mother, Jewel and father, William Childers; sister, Shirlene and brother, Wayne. She is survived by her four children, Steven Mankle, Larry Mankle and his wife, Cherise, Raymond Mankle and his wife, Teresa, and her daughter, Kindra Lutz and husband, Tom Lutz; six grandchildren, Christy, Lawbert, Roberta, Troy, Jarrod and Travis; and her four great-grandchildren; three sisters; Anita Westphal, Sharon Harrison, and Debbie Packard; three brothers, Bruce, Ken, and Bill Childers; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Jerry was born in Albuquerque, NM and graduated at Albuquerque High School in 1948. She attended Business College, worked for several accounting firms, had her own advertising business and retired from UNM Hospital Accounting Department. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Jerry shared her time, talents, and love with all those that she touched in her life. She was a member of the El Cerro Mission Baptist Church and had a life long passion for gardening and rock hunting. She loved animals, including many dogs, cats, mice, lizards, and especially later in life, birds. She encouraged her children to have this same love for animals as well. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, on Friday, October 6, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to El Cerro Mission Baptist Church in her name, 175 Becky Ct., Bosque Farms, NM. 87068. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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CLARK -- Daniel Steven Clark June 30, 1982 - October 4, 2005 D-Boy you have been gone one year now and we miss you. Always on our mind, forever in our hearts. Love You Dad, Aunt Nancy, and all your family.
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GABALDON -- GENE In Memory Of Gene Gabaldon Gene Gabaldon went to heaven on September 11, 2006. Gene, a man well liked and loved, and respected by many. Gene, who had so much love for his wife Esther, sons and daughters. Especially his daughter Jeannie whom he always looked out for and did everything possible for. Gene loved all his children just as much. I remember telling his wife Esther, no matter where we go Gene runs into people he knows, and stops and holds conversation with them, which is great, respect others and they will always respect you. I remember when I bought my motorcycle I mentioned to Gene that all I needed now was a trailer for it, well that was all it took for Gene to surprise me with one. Gene was a wonderful man who was always there for anyone he could help, and help them he did. Gene will be missed so much by his wife Esther and family, and by so many. Keep in mind that Gene is waiting for the day that we will all be together again. Gene had a special kind of love for two of his grandchildren, Christopher and Jessica Gabaldon whom he missed and wanted to have them back in his life. He also had a lot of love for all his grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Every now and then remember Gene, and he will have that special little smile of his for you. God bless you all for being here. From his family who will never be the same without him. God bless you again. I will never forget Gene, he will always be in my heart. We loved you Gene and still do. Your Loving Family and Cousin Aurelio Martinez
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GARCIA -- Ernest H. Garcia, 59, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, was welcomed up into the arms of the Lord on the evening of Friday, September 29, 2006. He was a Vietnam veteran proudly serving his country during the height of the Vietnam War in 1968 and 1969. Ernest had a love for cars and motorcycles, and restored many to their original condition. Ernest was preceded in death by his brother, Fred M. Garcia. He is survived by his loving parents, Orlando and Mary Garcia; brother, Harold Garcia; sister, Lorraine Sierra and her husband, Johnny; and his son, Phil Garcia, all of Albuquerque, NM. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Lawrence Baldonado. Services will be held at Immaculate Conception Church in Albuquerque, 619 Copper Ave. NW, with a public viewing on Thursday, October 5, 2006, 8:30 a.m. and Funeral Mass at 9:00 a.m. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Johnny, Michael, and Daniel Sierra, and Lawrence Baldonado. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen. Visit online register at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com
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GILSON -- Dorothy Merlene (Bowman) Gilson, 73, passed away at Midland Memorial Hospital in Midland, TX on Sunday, October 1, 2006. She was born May 9, 1933, in American Falls, ID, to George D. Bowman and Uinta (Wheeler) Bowman. She grew up in American Falls where she met John F. Gilson, Jr. They were married on March 16, 1952. They spent the next forty-eight years following the mining industry from Idaho to Wyoming and then on to Montana, New Mexico, and Kentucky and finally back to New Mexico. They retired in Midland, TX in 2000 to be closer to family. No matter where Dorothy went she quickly made friends and always brightened the lives of those she came into contact with. She loved to share stories and pictures of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren with everyone she met. She was always concerned with the welfare and happiness of others and, even through her illness, was more concerned with how everyone else was doing than she was with herself. She will be greatly missed. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers; and two sisters. She is survived by her husband, John; her children, Doreen K. Rinehart and husband, Gene of Southlake, TX and John F. Gilson III and his wife, Sandy of Midland, TX; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Services will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2006, at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Home in Albuquerque, NM. A Graveside Service and interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the families request that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society. Services are entrusted to Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Home.
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HERNANDEZ -- Natividad "Nettie" Hernandez, passed away Friday, September 29, 2006 at home surrounded by her children and loved ones. She was born to Antonio L. Martinez and Trenquelina Madril in Cerro, NM on October 4, 1926. Nettie was one of two surviving children of nine other siblings. As a young woman, Nettie relocated to Raton, where she met and later married guitarist and entertainer, Sotero "Ramon" Hernandez. Following the birth of their first son, and upon his return from military service, Nettie and Ramon took up residence at Dawson, NM. Ramon went to work as a miner, she as a housewife. Their second son was born before the mine closed and the family relocated to Taos, about 1950. Two more children; another son and a daughter were born during this period. Thereafter, in 1954 Nettie and the children moved to Albuquerque, where she resided until her death. Nettie remarried and gave birth to a daughter and three more sons. A total of six sons and two daughters were born to Nettie's family. She raised her family in a warm, caring, loving environment and left them with this legacy upon her passing. Nettie was a devout Jehovah's Witness, for many years, and relied on her faith to guide her and her family. She is survived by her eight children: Tony and wife, Carol of Las Cruces, Vincente and wife, Nancy of La Cienega; daughters, Raquel Sandoval of Albuquerque, Yolanda Gallegos and husband, Eutimio of Edgewood; son, Ruben of Albuquerque; three youngest sons, David Martinez and wife, Elaine of Albuquerque, Phillip Martinez and wife, Mary of Belen and Benjamin Martinez of Albuquerque; brother, Claudio Martinez and wife, Lucy of Salida, CO; nephew, Manuel Hernandez and wife, Sylvia and family of Corrales; niece, Ida Garcia of El Paso, TX; 16 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; as well as many fellow witnesses and friends. Nettie was preceded in death by former husband, Ramon and his mother, Mercedes, her son, Gene passed away shortly after his birth in Dawson. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006, 3:00 p.m., at the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, 501 San Clemente NW, with Elder John Schouman officiating. Please send all memorial flowers directly to Kingdom Hall. She loved life, but she lived to love. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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HOLMES -- Glenn W. Holmes, 90, longtime resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully September 26, 2006. He is survived by his sisters, Evelyn Blosser and husband, Mason, of Port Clinton, OH, and Virginia Wiger and husband, Sam of Tipton, GA. He is Beloved father of Glenn C. Holmes and wife, Judy, Kenneth D. Holmes and Dede von Kleist, all of Albuquerque. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held at French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, on Thursday, October 5, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery with full military honors. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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HUFF -- Louise G. Huff, 98, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, September 29, 2006. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Ann Vallefuoco of Downey, CA and Theresa J. Wood of Albuquerque; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Mrs. Huff was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Davis Huff, Sr.; and her son, Clarence Davis Huff, Jr. She was a member of Christian Missionary Alliance Church and Christian Women's Club. Mrs. Huff held several offices and positions in her church and community. She was very proud to be the wife of a Mason. Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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HUNT -- John M. Hunt passed away on October 2, 2006 at the age of 62, after a brave struggle with cancer. John was born in Minneapolis, MN on September 23, 1944. The Hunt family moved to Albuquerque in 1957 and John lived in the family home until his death. John was a strong, generous and passionate man who deeply loved, and was loved by his family. John touched many lives through his work with the Arthritis Foundation, his massage therapy practice, his church and through his love of music. He was preceded in death by his father Maurice, his mother Betty and his sister Mary. John is survived by his devoted partner of 28 years, John O. Wright; his brother Jim and wife Carolyn, daughters, Annette, Margie and Leslie and their families, and son Andrew; his sister Mary's children, Lee, Elizabeth, Mickey and Cindi and their families; his sister Meg and husband Steve, and sons David and Robert and their families, his brother Joe and wife Nancy, and daughters Samantha and Sarah and husband, Ludie; and sister Maureen and husband Craig. He will be missed and remembered by countless friends, neighbors and associates. Cremation has taken place, a Memorial Service will be held at St. Michael's and All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Montano Rd, NW, Monday, October 9, 2006 at 2 p.m.
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LEAHY -- Mildred M. Leahy, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2006. She was born in Dawson, NM on May 10, 1921 to Emily and James Wallace and later raised in Gallup, NM along with seven siblings. As a young woman she worked at Ft. Wingate during World War II and later as a Dental Technician. She married James R. "Bud" Leahy in 1945. Following her marriage, she devoted herself to caring for her husband and raising a son, Gary A. Leahy. Mildred moved to Albuquerque in 1953. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James R. "Bud" Leahy. Mildred is survived by her son, Gary A. Leahy and daughter-in-law, Judy of Albuquerque, NM; her loving friend and companion, Ronald F. Lancaster, of Albuquerque, NM; granddaughter, Renee Andreas and her husband, Jerry; great-grandson, Logan, also of Albuquerque; sisters, Emily Piano and her husband, Jasper of Gallup, NM and Ollie Fay Sepich and her husband, Eddie of Phoenix, AZ; brother, Robert R. Wallace of Gallup, NM; as well as several nieces and nephews. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, October 6, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Services will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, on Saturday, October 7, 2006, at 2:00 p.m. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, Mildred asked that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111, in her name. Arrangements by French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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MONTANO -- Isabel Montano was born March 24, 1938 in Manzano, NM. She came to Albuquerque as a teenager, where she lived for the remainder of her life. She passed away at her home Friday, September 29, 2006. Isabel was an angel to all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa Montano and her husband, Roman Montano Sr. Isabel is survived by her son, Roman Montano Jr. and wife, Jennifer; three grandchildren, Daniel Montano, Gabriela Montano, and Jene Montano; brother, Luis Zamora and Angie Trujillo. She is finally at rest after a life devoted to her family and loved ones. We will miss you. A Memorial Service will be held at Cristo del Valle Presbyterian Church, 3907 Isleta Blvd. SW, (south of Rio Bravo) on Friday, October 6, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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OCHOA -- Carlota Ochoa was born in Durango, Mexico November 4, 1951. She passed away Monday, October 2, 2006 in Albuquerque where she resided for the past 30 years. Carlota was a family oriented woman and loved to spend time with her beloved family. She was a good person, a hard worker and she enjoyed sewing and knitting. Carlota is survived by her loving husband, Silvino of the family home in Albuquerque. Carlota was the loving mother of Silvino Ochoa Jr. of Albuquerque, Aracely Ochoa and husband, Michael Dye of California, Mimi Ochoa and husband, George Bustillos of Albuquerque and Efren Ochoa of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Ambrose and Armoni; three brothers, Chilino, Jose and Tomas; four sisters, Manuela, Enedina, Hortencia and Bertha; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Visitation and Services will be held at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery Chapel on Thursday, October 5, 2006. The visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by the Rosary being recited at 10:30 a.m., concluded with the Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in the cemetery. Pallbearers will be Efren, Jairo, Rigo, Tomas, Silvino and Silvino Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Ambrose and Armoni. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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ORTIZ Y PINO DE KLEVEN -- Maria Concepcion Ortiz y Pino, known as the Grande Dame of New Mexico, died in the early morning hours on September 30 from complications of pneumonia. Concha was born in the village of Galisteo in 1910, two years before New Mexico was to become the 47th state of the union. Her family has been politically active and instrumental in shaping the history of New Mexico for the past three hundred years. For almost a century, with a persona larger than life, she aided legions of people through her active involvement in both local and national politics. During her lifetime 19 New Mexico governors and six U.S. presidents, as well as countless state and national politicians knew her by her nickname, "Concha." Her political career began in 1933 when she was 21. She set out through rural New Mexico with Senator Dennis Chavez as part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidential campaign reaching out to Spanish-speaking voters in rural New Mexico, aiding in his election and the "New Deal Era" which helped bring an end to the Great Depression. It was this first political experience which whetted Concha's appetite for politics leading to her lifelong advocacy for the poor and disabled. In 1941 she received the national distinction of becoming the first female Whip of a state legislature, when she was elected to that position in the 15th New Mexico state legislature. During her lifetime she served on more than 60 state and national boards. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, October 4, 2006, at 8:00 p.m., at St. Charles Church in Albuquerque. On Thursday a Rosary will be recited in Santa Fe at the Santuario de Guadalupe at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 6, 2006 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe followed by interment services at Rosario Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the restoration of the Santuario de Guadalupe in Santa Fe. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505
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PADILLA -- Anastacio T. Padilla, born April 22, 1925, passed away Sunday, October 1, 2006 in Albuquerque at the age of 81. Mr. Padilla was an Army veteran and served during World War II. He was preceded in death by his children, Bennie Romero, Bill Padilla, and Bonnie Romero. He is survived by his wife, Katie Padilla; siblings, Pete Padilla, Barbara Benavidez, and Antonia Delgado; children, Albino Padilla and wife, Barbara, Susan Monteczuma and husband, Reynaldo, Victor Padilla, Irene Serna and husband, Anthony, and Joe Padilla; grandchildren, Joyce, June, Mark, Paul, Adrian, Larry, Jose, Vanessa, Cecilia, Manuel, Dominique and Jessica; and 24 great-grandchildren. A Rosary for Mr. Padilla will be recited on Wednesday evening, October 4, 2006 at Salazar & Sons Mortuary at 7:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 5:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, October 5, 2006 at Ascension Church, 2150 Raymac Rd. SW, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Martinez, Mark Gonzalez, Richard Newman, Michael Newman, Adrian Padilla, and Phillie Gutierrez. Honorary pallbearer will be Jeremy Newman. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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PENA -- Bernadette "Berna" Pena June 28, 1952 - October 4, 2004 It has been two years but it seems like you were taken from us yesterday. We love and miss you very much. We see your face in the eyes of your children and grandchildren. With all our love, Jim, James, Rachel, Andrew and Rhiannon Joseph, Elisia, Kenneth, Timothy and Veronica
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SANDOVAL -- JERRY FIDEL We laughed all the time, but after you left I laughed by myself. You were always in my heart, but never in front of my two eyes. I miss my leader, admirer and godfather. All my wishes were to live like you, you were my favorite and my world. It feels like you were just here, but when I looked in the shadows mine was the only one. I wish you would come back. I love you Nino. From Brandi (Nina)
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SANDOVAL -- JERRY FIDEL Today is your third anniversary. I don't know why they call it an anniversary, that would be something you celebrate. They say it gets easier with time, but it doesn't. You just learn to live with the pain and the empty hole in your heart. Not a day goes by that you're not in our thoughts. We miss you so much. October 4th is the hardest days of our lives, because they took you from us, but you will always be in our hearts and in our memories and that no one can take from us. We love you hito. Mom and Dad
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WAGNER -- Ada K. Wagner, 102, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, died Saturday, September 30, 2006. She is survived by her sons, Max Wagner and wife, Linda, Rex Wagner and wife, Vera, Mickey Wagner and wife, Anthonie, John Wagner and wife, Kathy; 13 grandchildren; 22 great -grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brother, Floyd Gregory and wife, Norma; and several nieces, nephews and friends. Ada was preceded in death by her husband, Amos R. Wagner; and her son, Loel "Dugar" Wagner. She lived most of her life in New Mexico after moving here from Oklahoma and meeting and marrying Amos Wagner in Lingo, NM. After marriage, they moved to Clovis, NM where she spent her life there raising their children until the death of her husband, at which time she moved to Albuquerque. Ada was well known for her crochet work, making afghans and baby blankets. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE on Saturday, October 7, 2006, 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, P. O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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WHITEHEAD -- Deborah Whitehead, of Warner Robins, GA, 52, passed away on Monday, October 2, 2006. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 7, 2006 in the chapel of McCullough Funeral Home. Interment will be private. She is survived by her husband, Willie Whitehead, of Warner Robins, GA. Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family. McCullough Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.
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WOLFRAM -- Jack Evert Wolfram was born in Detroit, MI, July 24, 1935. He passed away at the Veterans Administration Medical Center, Saturday, September 30, 2006. He honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Jack always enjoyed being involved in family activities. He was a Cub Scout Master and loved taking the family to the lake and going on many other outings together. He was an accomplished Draftsman, Designer and Builder. He drafted many buildings and structures as well as enjoyed building airplanes, cars, boats, and models of wood. Jack's priorities were God, Family and Country. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Judith Ann O'Rourke Wolfram "Judy", of the family home in Albuquerque; children, John Wolfram; Chris Wolfram and wife, Sharis, Ken Wolfram, Ron Wolfram and wife, Terry, Larry Wolfram and wife, Kim, Angela Cantrell and husband, Paul; and ten grandchildren, all of Albuquerque. Memorial Services will be held at Queen of Heaven Parish, 5311 Phoenix Ave. NE, near Menaul and San Mateo NE. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 5, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. with U.S. Air Force Honors. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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