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CHAVEZ -- Joe M. Chavez, 88, passed away December 11, 2006, at the Veterans Hospital after a lengthy illness. Mr. Chavez was born in Santa Rosalia, Chihuahua, Mexico and became a naturalized citizen at age 8. He joined the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in Southern Arizona when he was 15 years old which later brought him to Albuquerque where he worked in various restaurants. He joined the US Army during World War II and served in the Pacific Theater in New Guinea. He was wounded in the service and also contracted Malaria sending him back to the United States to a hospital in Santa Fe. Once he recovered, he returned to his work in restaurants and eventually learned the bakery business from several mentors. It was during his time at one of these bakeries that he met and married Rebecca Sanchez. He went on to own and operate a very well known bakery, the Ritz Bakery on North Fourth Street, for 20 years. Mr. Chavez will be remembered for being a loving husband, a very good father, and an all around good person. He was preceded in death by his sons, Patrick and Ramon. Mr. Chavez is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rebecca Chavez; sons, Ernest Chavez, and Joe Chavez and wife, Alma; sisters, Donna Torres, and Marci Almanza and husband, Vicente; brother-in-law, Richard Sanchez and wife, Frances; sisters-in-law, Olivia Castillo, Susana Baca, and Ramona Anaya and husband, Miramon; grandchildren, Eddie Chavez and Renee Chavez; and great-grandchildren, Sarah, Jennie, Brenden and Landon. All Funeral Services are pending and will be announced. Pallbearers will be Charles Perea, Eddie Chavez, Renee Chavez, John Sanchez and Max Castillo. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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CHAVEZ -- Mary F. "Bobbie" Chavez, 55, born December 26, 1950, a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother passed away at home on December 9, 2006, after a lengthy battle with lung cancer. She is survived by her husband, Michael Chavez; children, Daniel and wife, Fabiola, Andres and wife, Joely, Nelyne and Anthony Chavez (serving in the California Sacramento mission); seven grandchildren, Alex, Adriana, Vanessa, Nicole, Ian, Kiana, and Marissa; father, Jose R. Luna and wife, Elizabeth; brother, Larry M. Luna and wife, Bernice; sister, Shirley Garcia and husband, Joe; sister, Judy (Georgie) Lucero; and brother, Joe Luna Jr.; mother and father-in-law, Lela and Gabriel Chavez; sister-in-law, Mercy Chavez and husband, Ben; sister-in-law, Bernadette Gonzalez and husband, Ben; sister-in-law, Sophia Martinez; sister-in-law, Agnes Martinez and husband, Pat; sister-in-law, Rosemary Tafoya and husband, David; sister-in-law, Sandra Padilla and husband, Ruben; brother-in-law, Ruben Chavez and wife, Sunghui; and sister-in-law, Charla Chavez. She was preceded in death by mother, Nellie H. Luna and brother, Bobby Luna. She will be missed by family, friends, members of her church and clients. She was a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where she served diligently and loved attending the temple often. Mary helped establish a successful business with her husband. She was a barber at Larry's Barber Shop. Mary was the first female barber in the state of New Mexico who was known as the "Queen of Fades". Viewing will take place in the Relief Society room at 9:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, Sage Building, 8130 Sage Road SW, on Wednesday, December 13, 2006 Funeral Service will follow at 10:00 a.m. with Bishop Croasdell of Sunport Ward officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE, and graveside dedication will be done by Jose R. Luna. Pallbearers will be: Moroni Herrera, Jeremy Luna, Tim Luna, Joey Garcia, Leland Lucero and Ricky Vallejos. Honorary pallbearers will be Evelyn Anzures and Betty Solis. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, on Tuesday, December 12, 2006 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to Ambercare Hospice, 2129 Osuna Rd. N.E. 87113, (244-0046) in Bobbie's name. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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DECKER -- Bernice Gehrke McHale Decker, 98, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2006. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 16, 2006 at St.Mark's-on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place NE. The Church is located two blocks East of Girard and two blocks South of Lomas. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 87109 (505) 823-9400
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DELUCA -- Laura DeLuca, born June 11, 1943, passed away Saturday, December 9, 2006. She is survived by her three children, Renee DeLuca of Wichita, KS, YeVonne DeLuca of the family home, and Gregory and wife, Charlotte DeLuca of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; best friend of 38 years, Shirley Looney; two sisters; one brother; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. DeLuca was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William (Bill) DeLuca; and her parents, Dorothy and Kenneth Wise. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Graveside Services will be held Thursday, 3:00 p.m., at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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DUGAN -- Daniel Dugan, Air Force alumnus; baron of ballistic aircraft; savorer of squadron camaraderie. Ambassador of the Albuchemist; disseminator of deceased chemist's conjecture. Fleet captain of bedridden classic cars and kit airplanes; luminary of luminaries. Shepherd of contumacious canines; wrangler of pot-bellied pigs; allegiant husband, father and friend. Dan never met a hot dog he didn't like or a Schlitz beer beyond savoring. A dexterous dis-assembler, Dan leaves to cherish in his memory a bundle of backlogged projects and inventions most assuredly imperceptible to the lay man. He was a man with an uncommon mastery of Science and Language- talented in so many ways. Brilliant mind, quick wit, and selfless heart. The bells on the Albuchemist door have rung for the final time. Marie Curie will need to find a new place to park. Though too soon for a final voyage- it is a great day for flying. Pre-checks complete, flight plan filed, no cloud on the horizon. Your mission- Phoenix Post-flight. You've been cleared for takeoff, ascend well. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria NE. A celebration of Dan's life to follow at the Dugan home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made through the Dugan family to Dan's Boy Scouts- Troop 436- the only Scout troop for disabled adults in New Mexico. Arrangements by French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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DUNN -- Fern Williams Dunn was born on June 3, 1917 in Venus, NM, which is now just a little north of Edgewood, NM, to Hiram and Georgia King Williams. The family moved several times from the Estancia Valley to Oklahoma and back. Fern attended grade school in Torrance County, but graduated from Arapaho, OK. She married her high school sweetheart, who also drove the school bus she rode to school, Charles William (Bill) Dunn on November 14, 1937. They operated the Edgewood Cafe and Sinclair Gasoline Station from 1938-1940. Fern made the best hamburgers in the county! In 1941 they purchased a small ranch south of Edgewood where they could raise a family and some cattle and other animals. Fern and Bill also raised four children, Regena, Shirley, Buddy, and Linda. She experienced pumping water from the well and then hauling it to the house to cook, do laundry and give baths on Saturday nights. They lived on the ranch, without the convenience of indoor plumbing until 1956 when they moved to Moriarty to be closer to school and the school activities for their family. Fern held many jobs throughout her years in Torrance County, beside being a busy Mom. She worked at the Moriarty Trading Company, Blackies Cafe and Curios, and the Moriarty Post Office from which she retired with over 20 years of service. In 1936 she became very active in the County Home Demonstration Club which later became known as the Torrance County Extension Homemakers Organization. In 1991 she received the 50 years plus award at the State Extension Homemakers Meeting. She was also an outstanding 4-H leader for many years for the Moriarty 4-H club. She was a charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 74 and served as a counselor and strong supporter of the New Mexico Girls State program. She was an active member of the Bethel United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday school and Vacation Bible School for many years, while serving on many committees. Fern also served Torrance County on many other levels. She served on election boards for school board, city council, primary and general elections, where in 1958 paper ballots were used. She served on the Torrance County Fair Board for two terms, and also as a Superintendent for many years. She entered many things in the Torrance County Fair each year and won many awards for her handiwork, baking, canning, and gardening. She also won many awards at the New Mexico State Fair for her talents. Fern received many awards over the years, with two of the most prestigious awards being when she received the Pioneer Award presented by the Commission on the Status of Women which was presented to her by then First Lady Alice King on September 18, 1993 and being inducted into the New Mexico 4-H Hall of Fame on December 4, 2003. Fern was preceded in death by her husband, Bill on November 22, 1990; her parents; three brothers; one sister; one brother-in-law; and one sister-in-law. She is survived by her children, Regena Hinze and husband, Roy of Yakima, WA, Shirley Davis and her husband, "Tooter" of Moriarty, NM, Buddy Dunn and wife, Pam of Moriarty, NM, and Linda Wells of Las Cruces, NM. Grandchildren include Scott Davis and wife, April, Carla Collins and husband, Steve, who are expecting her fourth great-grandchild in April, Tami Wells, Kelsi Dunlap and husband, Luther, and Kayla Dunn. Great-grandchildren include Tyler, Harry, and Anna Davis. She is also survived by her brothers, Glenn Williams of Edgewood, NM and Wilk L. Williams and wife, Juanita of Farmington, NM; and brother-in-law, Bob Dunn and wife, Clara of Rogers, AR; and a special cousin, Grace Challis and husband, Raymond of Clinton, OK; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. Viewings will be Wednesday, December 13, 2006 from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, December 14, 2006 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Harris-Hanlon Mortuary Chapel in Moriarty, NM. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, December 14, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bethel United Methodist Church in Moriarty, NM. Reverend David Terry and Reverend Conway Wood will be officiating, with the American Legion Auxiliary Post 74 conducting a special memorial tribute. Casket bearers will be her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Honorary bearers will be the American Legion and Auxiliary Post 74 members and friends and family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the New Mexico 4-H Foundation, % NMSU 4-H & Youth Development Office, Neale Hall - MSC 3AE, Las Cruces, New Mexico 88003, the Bethel United Methodist Church Worship Fund - P.O. Box 2429 Moriarty, NM 87035, or the charity of your choice. Internment will be in the Barton Cemetery with Harris-Hanlon Mortuary of Moriarty in charge of the funeral arrangements. Harris-Hanlon Mortuary (505) 832-6130 "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
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ERICKSON -- DONN W. Col. Donn W. Erickson, 76 passed away December 11, 2006. Donn was born in Mankato, Minnesota and lived in Albuquerque since the early '60s. He is survived by his wife of 16 1/2 years Mary D. Erickson; 3 children, Lynn Berns and husband, RJ and their children, Laura and Raymond Berns of Colorado Springs, CO, Jeff Erickson and wife, Diane of San Diego, CA, Laurie Fitzgerald and husband, Tom of Albuquerque; 3 step-children Tim Gantick and wife, Sandra of Murphy, TX and their 3 children, Jason Gantick and wife, Brianne of Herndon, VA, John D. Gantick of Comfot, TX and Nicholas Gantick of Las Cruces, Monica Winton of Albuquerque and her daughters, Shaunna Winton of Seattle, WA and Ashlynne Winton of Albuquerque, Aaron Gantick and wife, Lucy and their daughter, Jessica and Ericka Gantick of El Paso, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents Earl and Irene Erickson of St. Peter, MN. Donn in his younger years played a lot of basketball, golf and tennis. He served in the Air Force on Active and or Air National Guard for 30 years. He also worked for Civil Service for 39 years and retired from the National Weather Service as a Meteorologist in 1990. He deeply loved ballroom dancing, TV sports and duplicate bridge. For the past 24 years he belonged to the American Contract Bridge League and Duke City Bridge Club. He was a Gold Life Master. He was a member of the First Christian Church. Services will be held on Friday, 10:00 a.m., at First Christian Church, 10101 Montgomery NE, with Errol Stepp, Minister, officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Aaron Gantick, Jason Gantick, John Gantick, Nicholas Gantick, Tim Gantick, and Bobby Winton. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel (505) 823-9400
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FOSTER -- DOROTHY On Tuesday, December 5, 2006, Dorothy Foster of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Beloved wife of Gerald Foster, mother of Dennis Foster, and grandmother of Taryn Foster. She is also survived by her sister, Beryl Hoffman and a host of other relatives and many friends.
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HETZEL -- Carol Catherine (Williams) Hetzel was born on December 17, 1914 to Katherine and Owen C. Williams in Randolph, Wisconsin. She died on December 10, 2006 in Plano, Texas. Carol spent most of her adult life in the Midwest where she was married twice and had a daughter Judi from her first marriage and son, Richard, from her second marriage. Her second husband had a daughter, Carol, who became like a daughter to her. Carol and her husband, George Hetzel, moved to Albuquerque in 1981, where her husband died in 1984. Carol was in Albuquerque until 1999. She moved at that time to Santa Fe and stayed there until 2005 when she moved to Plano. Carol enjoyed living and working in Albuquerque. She enjoyed participating in many various church activities. She was also a regular volunteer for many years for Meals On Wheels and Caseman Hospital. She is survived by a brother, Owen C. (Curt) Williams and his wife, Sally. Additionally, she is survived by her only son, Richard W. Hetzel and wife, Nicke; granddaughter, Leah Hetzel; daughter, Judith M. O'Connell and husband, Maurice; grandson, Steven W. Larsen; step-daughter, Carol Ann Pyburn. A Memorial Service will be held at St. John's United Methodist Church on Thursday, December 14, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions in Carol's name may be made to Hospice, Alzheimer's Assoc., or Meals On Wheels.
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JONES -- Roberta J. Jones, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1977, passed away Saturday, December 9, 2006. She is survived by her nephew, Doug L. Apperson and wife, Lubna; three grandnieces, Stephanie Moss, Anjuli Apperson and Kajal Apperson; three great-grandnieces, Samantha, Haley and Jenna Moss; and great-grandnephew, Ethan Moss. Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. W. Norton Jones; and her sister, Dorothy May Apperson. She was a graduate of McMurry University in Abilene, Texas. Mrs. Jones was a 50-year member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood and a member of Chapter A.M. of the P.E.O. Services will be held Friday, 3:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Dr. W. Norton Jones Chemistry scholarship fund of McMurray University, P.O. Box 938, M.C.M. Station, Abilene, TX. 79697. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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KUTZ -- John Harry "Jack" Kutz, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away December 11, 2006. He was a vibrant, loving, and passionate free spirit who lived his beliefs. He was a gifted writer, story-teller, human-rights and environmental activist and a pioneering rock-climber. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, LaDonna Joy; son, Terry John; daughter, Peggy Jo; and parents, Oswald and Grace. He is survived by his daughter, Julie Ann; son-in-law, Brian Cobble; brother, Robert William "Bob" Kutz; and doggie "Lucky Lucy". Jack was born in Lexington, NE on June 27, 1932 where he met and married LaDonna Debban and began working for the telephone company in 1954 as a lineman. He moved to New Mexico in 1962 with LaDonna, Terry and Julie. He and LaDonna began their exploration of the west and became expert technical rock climbers, making numerous first ascents of the Sandia Mountains. They were active in the New Mexico Mountain Club, Mountain Rescue and the New Mexico Wilderness Study Committee. A growing environmental awareness led them to become activists for the preservation of wilderness. Jack's writing at the time included stories about the west, and he wrote investigative articles for the former "Seers" newspaper. After 26 years with the phone company, Jack retired to devote all his time to writing and activism. He wrote over seven books including the popular Mysteries and Miracles of New Mexico. He continued to fight for environmental causes and for peace and social justice. He stood up to bulldozers that were illegally blazing roads in federally-protected wilderness. He was a Witness for Peace in Mexico, and a peace delegate in Nicaragua. He traveled to Cuba as part of the Venceremos Brigade and he and LaDonna traveled to Nicaragua as volunteer workers to help pick cotton. After LaDonna passed away five years ago, Jack's heart was never the same, yet even then he remained active, protesting the US invasion of Iraq and fighting the oil companies that threatened to drill on public lands of New Mexico. He was greatly loved by family, neighbors, and friends, and his entertaining stories, great intellect and humor will be sorely missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to either The New Mexico Wilderness Alliance, POB 25464, Alb. NM, 87125 or the Albuquerque Center for Peace and Justice, 202 Harvard, SE 87106.
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LOONEY -- Joseph W. Looney, 80, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2006. He was born July 30, 1926 in Floydada, TX to Joseph P. and Lillie Mae Looney. Mr. Looney married Patricia Aragon on February 18, 1951. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia Looney of Albuquerque; children, Mary Wilson and husband, Steve of Kansas City, KS, Alma Dowless of Albuquerque, Joseph P. Looney and wife, Kathy of Peralta, Jeanette Barr and husband, Nick of Westminster, CO; eight grandchildren, Jeffrey, Justin, Alan, Patrick, Robyn, Jake, Tammy, and Chris; brothers, Edward "Pete" Looney and wife, Alice and Lynn Looney and wife, Marilynn; sister-in-law, Maxine Looney; many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, brothers- and sisters-in-law. Mr. Looney was preceded in death by his brother, Ervin Looney in 1978. He was employed for many years as a truck driver and dock worker for I.C.X. retiring after 32 years of employment. He also was a well known string musician who played with many bands in the local area including some well known celebrities and had an opportunity to play the banjo in the movie release City Slickers in 1991. Services will be held Saturday, December 16, 2006, 9:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, Friday, December 15, 2006, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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MAGEE -- Michael W.D. Magee, 58, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on December 12, 2006. Services are pending at this time. Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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MALDONADO -- Amelia Maldonado went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2006 at the age of 73. She was born on February 26, 1932, in Corona, NM, to Jacinto and Elveria Flores. Amelia enjoyed ceramics, cooking for her family, camping, gardening, needle point, spending time with her family and teaching her grandchildren to cook. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jacinto and Elveria Flores; her brother, Richard Flores; her sister, Mary Helen Rivera; her grandson, Jacob Maldonado; and her Goddaughter, Anna Flores. She is survived by her husband, Joe Maldonado; her two sons, Eloy R. Maldonado and wife, Bonnie, and Jake J. Maldonado; her sister, Jean Chavez and husband, Tranqueilino; and by her three grandchildren, Felicia, Adan, and Kevin Maldonado. She will be missed by all. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, December 13, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Garcia Mortuary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, December 14, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, with internment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers for Amelia will be Sam Lucero, Mateo Lucero, Ralph Chavez, Johnny Baros, Danny Baros, and Larry Chavez. Honorary pallbearers will be Waynn Griego, Jose Martinez, and Clint Archunde. Funeral Services are in the care of: Daniels Family Funeral Services GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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MARTINEZ -- Juan D. Martinez "Crazo" - Happy Birthday Juan! December 13, 1979 - March 31, 2005. We will be celebrating your special day with you! Cheers! With all our hearts, Mom, Dad, Elysia, Rebecca, Christie, Jacob, Alyssa and Lilliana.
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MILLER -- Marilyn Miller, age 71, daughter of Glen and Dorothy Holt, was born on January 10, 1935, and passed away with her family at her side this December 8, 2006 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. Marilyn was preceded in death by her daughter, Stacey in July of 2002. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, John Miller; oldest son, Mark Miller, wife, Diane and four children: Christy, Nick, Jason, and Sarah; second son, Russell, wife, Eliza and daughter, Marlowe; youngest son, Loren, wife, Socorro and children, Adam and Jordan; and son-in-law, Greg Roybal and son, Christopher. Marilyn was a life-long lover of New Mexico who also lived and raised her children in California, Colorado, Israel, and Jamaica. She spent her childhood years in Vaughn and transferred to Carlsbad in her senior year of high school, where she met John. The two of them moved to Las Cruces while John attended NMSU. They lived in Santa Fe from 1976 to 1990, at which point they moved to Las Cruces, where the two would live together until the day she passed. A Memorial Service will be held in the Berardinelli Chapel in Santa Fe, NM at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 15, 2006. In lieu of flowers, Marilyn requested that memorial contributions be made to: The New Mexico Lions Crane Reading Foundation, PO Box 2846, Las Cruces, NM 88004. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Services, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM, 87505. (505) 984-8600.
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MILLIGAN -- CHARLES D. Daddy, It has been two years since we laid you to rest but it seems like just yesterday. We miss you more than ever. You will live on in our hearts and actions forever. Love, Lila, Charla, Carol, Tom, Ashley, Nick, Marshall, Drake, Spencer and your loving wife, Betty.
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MURPHY -- Helen Eileen Murphy passed away on December 11, 2006. Born on November 27, 1921, to parents, James H. Simons and Ethyl Whitaker Simons, in Casper, WY, Helen remained a citizen of Albuquerque, NM for 41 years. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church and Meals On Wheels for many years. Helen was on original founder of Snelling Personnel Services, along with her husband, Colonel John B. Murphy, who preceded her in death in 1984. She is survived by her daughters, Dianne Murphy of Belen, NM, and Jeannine Kontny and James of Los Lunas, NM; her sons, Patrick Murphy and Jerri of Albuquerque, NM, John Murphy Jr. of Washington, Richard Murphy and Natalia of Colorado, and Steve Murphy also of Albuquerque, NM; and her grandchildren, David, Mira, and Vladamir. A Rosary will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2006, at 7:00 p.m., in the Main Chapel at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors. A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Friday, December 15, 2006, at 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Memorial contributions are to be forwarded to Hospice de la Luz, at 318 Isleta Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87105. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
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NATION -- David "Mark" Nation, 54, passed away in Lubbock, TX on December 6, 2006, from complications after surgery. He owned a certified public accounting practice in Albuquerque for twenty years prior to his death. He is survived by two sons, Mark Shane Nation of Albuquerque, and Kristopher Leigh Nation of Corpus Christi, TX. Private Services and cremation occurred in Lubbock TX.
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NORTHNAGEL -- Marjorie F. (Toni) Northnagel, 84 years old beloved mother and grandmother, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 8, 2006. She was born and raised in Spencer, IA, the eldest of seven children. Mrs. Northnagel was a resident of Albuquerque for 51 years, as both a homemaker and career secretary, retiring from Kirtland Air Force Base. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Marguerite Rubes of Spencer, IA; her sisters, Marian Swan of Gresham, OR, Veronica Green of Des Moines, IA, Mary Ellen (Sue) Renk of Albuquerque, NM; and brother, John Rubes of Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her sister, Jean Anne Richards of Spencer, IA; brother, Joe Rubes and wife, Marilynn of Rogers, AK; brother-in-law, Hans Renk of Albuquerque, NM; her daughters, Victoria Burkhardt and husband, Richard of Cocoa Beach, FL, Nancy Jenkins of Albuquerque, NM; her grandson, Scott Jenkins and wife, De Anna of Camp Meeker, CA; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services will be held Friday, December 15, 2006 in Spencer, IA at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Father Ed Murray officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Spencer, IA. Warner Funeral Home, 225 West 3rd St., Spencer, IA 51301 is in charge of the arrangements. Pallbearers will be Scott Jenkins, Richard Burkhardt, Kevin Renk, Karl Renk, Robert E. Richards Jr. and Justin Pitt. Marjorie was a warm and compassionate lady known for her generosity toward others and Irish gift of gab. Vaya con Dios.
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PACHECO -- Benjamin (Cacheton) Luis Pacheco, age 61, died peacefully at home on December 8, 2006. He was born June 5, 1945 in Tucumcari, NM to the late Benito and Louisa Pacheco. He graduated from Tucumcari High School in 1964. Benjamin served his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Colleton and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service and received an Associates Degree from Mesa Tech Community College. Benjamin is survived by his wife, Lorraine; his two daughters, Denise (Michael), Laura; five grandchildren, Issac, Brittney, Anthony, Angel, Gino; one great-granddaughter, Jasmine, Albuquerque, NM; five brothers, Joe (Elaine), Robert, Tucumcari, NM, David, Clovis, NM, Raymond, California, Ricky Albuquerque, NM; five sisters, Diana (Phil) Sanchez, Gloria (Peter), Vicky, Albuquerque, Diana (Sergio), Martha Pacheco Tucumcari, NM; many nephews, nieces, other relatives and numerous friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his two sisters, MaryAnn and Georgia. Rosary Tuesday evening, December 12, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Mass Wednesday, December 13, 2006 at 10:00 a.m., both at St Anne's Church, 306 W. High St., Tucumcari, NM. Interment Tucumcari Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Helping Hands Hospice, Tucumcari, NM.
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PRIME -- ZANA HIBBITS Born September 23, 1926 to Lora Latta Hibbits and James Everett Hibbits in Amarillo, TX, and grew up wth her sister in their family home. She attended school in Amarillo, graduating from Amarillo High School in 1945. She attended Amarillo Junior College and had nurses training in Denver, CO. She is survived by her sister, Beverly Parker and her husband, Earl; her daughter, Kathrine Koch and her husband, Bill; her son, David Prime; grandchildren, Christopher Koch and wife, Holly, Timothy Koch, Megan Prime, and Gavin Prime; nephews, Eric Parker, Todd Parker, and Guy Parker and his wife, Kimberly; niece, Kim Franklin and her husband, Keith; grandchildren, Killian Parker and a grandchild due on December 24, 2006; and her well-beloved companion, Alva Brown. She was translated into the Church Victorious on Saturday, December 9, 2006. The celebration of her life continues at the Church of St. Andrew, 5301 Ponderosa Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, 2006. In lieu of flowers, Zana requests that donations be made to the building fund of the Church of St. Andrew.
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SANCHEZ -- LENA D. In Loving memory of LENA D. SANCHEZ, April 23, 1926-December 13, 1995, In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but GOD calls us one by one, the chain will link again."Con Amor y Recuerdos". Tu Familia SANCHEZ
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SANCHEZ -- Lena D. Sanchez April 23, 1926 - December 13, 1995 Eleven years ago you were taken away from us. You died alone and we never got to say goodbye. We still hurt and cry over having lost you. Never a day goes by that you are not thought of with all the love that we have. Mom. . . you are missed more than words can express. Con amor, Tu Familia
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SANDOVAL -- RICHARD Richard, If tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane. we would walk right up to Heaven And bring you back again. Farewell words were spoken, and we said "Goodbye". You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why. Our hearts will ache with sadness, And tears will flow. What it meant to love you- No one can ever know. We know you want us To mourn for you no more: To remember all the happy times, Life still has much in store. You'll never be forgotten, we pledge to you today- A hollowed place within our heart Is where you'll always stay. Your Friends, family, children, and sister will miss you dearly.
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SIMPSON -- Christopher M. Simpson Sr., 25, died on Friday night. He is survived by his son: Christopher Marc Simpson Jr.; parents: Ivan Simpson and wife, Evelyn; and Zelda Bryant Simpson; brother: Corey Michael Simpson; step-sisters: Amilia and Victoria Martinez; grandmother: Mavelda Bryant; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces, and friends in New Mexico, Kentucky, and Indiana. Chris had recently re-affirmed his salvation with the Lord. He had a good heart; he loved his son above all else and also loved his brother, art and music. A Visitation will be held on Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. and the Life Celebration Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. in the Reflection of Life Chapel (Washington and Cutler NE). In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be sent to Presbyterian Ear Institute. Louis V. Salazar, Funeral Director. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington St. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 884-5777
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SMITH-MITCHELL -- Shirley J. Smith-Mitchell, age 78, of Albuquerque, sadly departed this earth in Albuquerque on Monday, December 11, 2006. She is survived by her husband, James Mitchell; her children, Robert Smith and wife, Julie and Susan Smith and fiance, Colby Ruder; grandchildren, Jennifer Gardner, Rashele Hoffman, Sharea Hoffman; great-granddaughter, Stormy Gardner; stepdaughter, Debra Mitchell, step-mother, Garnet Hettrick; and sisters, Donna Parker and Beverly Ladig and husband, Charles; as well as many nieces and nephews. Shirley was born in Hubbard, OH and worked for the Treasury Department in Washington, DC before moving to New Mexico in the late 1950s. She continued working at Sandia National Labs before retiring from Presbyterian Hospital as executive secretary in the accounting department. She was a devoted member and volunteer at St. Paul's United Methodist Church for more than 40 years and a volunteer at the church for almost two decades. Shirley was a loving and caring wife, mother, sister and a friend to many people that knew her. She enjoyed spending time in her garden and traveling to visit her family. Services will be held Thursday, December 14, 2006, 11:00 a.m., at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 9500 Constitution, NE. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, December 13, 2006, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to St. Paul's United Methodist Church. "We will miss her greatly" French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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TORRES -- Charles Gregory "Greg" Torres, age 41, peacefully passed away on December 10, 2006 in Santa Fe, NM. He was born on January 17, 1964 to Gilbert and Alice Torres in Albuquerque. He will be sadly missed by his friends with whom he shared his life at Santa Maria El Mirador, as a Heaven sent Angel that God called back home all too soon. Greg loved to take long walks in the mountains, to be in the company of nature, he loved to throw rocks in the river and most of all loved to listen to his brother Tim's harmonica music. Greg is survived by his parents; his eldest brother, Gilbert Torres, Jr. of Albuquerque; numerous aunts and uncles; and numerous nephews, cousins; and a special niece, Rhiannon Torres of Alamogordo; and a special friend, Dena Robertson of Alamogordo. Greg is preceded in death by his brothers, Joseph Stanley Torres and Timothy Martin Torres; nephew, Jason P. Torres; and grandparents. The Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be held Wednesday, December 13, 2006, 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. The Christian Mass of the Resurrection will be held Thursday, December 14, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Wednesday, December 13, 2006, 2:00 p.m. until time of the Rosary. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 87109 (505) 823-9400
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TORREZ -- Elizardo (Eddie) Torrez, 82, passed into the hands of our Lord Jesus Christ on Monday December 11, 2006. Eddie was a member and cruzista at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Albuquerque and a volunteer at the North Valley Senior Center. He worked as an auto upholsterer at Radar Awning most of his life and was a private in the Army during WWII. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Nea; his sons, George and wife, Lily, David and wife, MaryAnn; his daughters, Gloria and husband, Danny Garcia, Hope and husband, David Ruiz; his 15 grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren; his brother, Jerry and wife, Anita; his sisters, Melecia and husband, Tony, Lita and husband, Richard, Eloida and husband, Jim, Margarita and husband, Genaro, Begnina and husband, Fidel; his sisters-in-law, Isabel and Eloida; and brother-in-law, Bob; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Eddie John; his parents, Doroteo and Felicitas; brothers, Elmer and Abedon; and his sister, Madia. Visitations will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2006 between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Garcia Mortuary, with a Rosary to follow at. 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish located at 1860 Griegos Rd. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, time to be announced, with internment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Patrick Garcia, Inez Torrez, David (Neo) Torrez, Orlando Ruiz, Annette Torrez, and Paul Torrez. Honorary pallbearers will be; Lillian Torrez, Samantha Torrez, Amber Torrez, Michael Flores, Joseph Torrez, Eddie Jay Torrez, Julie Morales, Alicia Ruiz, and Marco Torrez. Funeral services are in the care of: Daniels Family Funeral Services GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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TRUJILLO -- David Trujillo, 85, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away December 9, 2006. David is survived by his daughter, Berta Trujillo; two sons, George and Robert Trujillo; two granddaughters, Desere' Michelle and Georgia Evette Trujillo; and one great-grandson, Q. Orion Trujillo. David was born in Colorado Springs, CO, in 1921. He was a veteran of WWII and proudly served in the European Theater. David married Frances Duran in 1947. David retired from Los Alamos National Laboratory and then went on to retire from General Electric, in Albuquerque, in 1998. Services will be held at the Aspen Funeral Chapel, 1935 Juan Tabo NE, Albuquerque, at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 14, 2006. Interment to follow immediately after the Service at Sandia Memory Gardens Cemetery, 9500 San Pedro Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM.
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VARGAS -- Joseph I. Vargas, born August 8, 2006, went to be with the Lord December 11, 2006. He is preceded in death by Raymond Baca and Natividad Perez. He was survived by his mother Beatrice; father Luis; grandparents Susana and Juan, and Mrs. Raymond Baca; brother and sister Lorenzo and Kayla; and many friends and family. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, December 14, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Friday, December 15, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Church Saturday, December 16, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery following the Mass. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Wed December 13, 2006