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ALLISON -- Ruth A Allison, celebrated her 103rd birthday on March 14, 2007 and went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 31, 2007. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde E Allison. She is survived by her nephew, Samuel D. Cowan of Tualatin, OR; and relatives, Jo Roberts and Kelly Buchanan of NC. Ruth's cremated remains will be placed with her husband in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. She was a member of the prominent Whightman newspaper family from Bethany, MO. Ruth had been very active as a precinct chairman and poll worker and was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church. Her local friends included Mildred Johnston, Camille Gibson, Ann Howard and Eileen Lommasson. It was Ruth's wish that memorial contributions be made to St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ARAGON -- GILBERTO OSWALD Dad - we love you. In memory of: Gilberto Oswald Aragon July 31, 1943 - April 2, 2007 Services for Gilbert Aragon will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Church Monday, April 9, 2007. Rosary 10:30 a.m. following with the Mass at 11 a.m.
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BACA -- Leo Baca. Your memory lives in my heart. I think of you always and still miss you. There is a hole in my life that only you could fill. Through the too many miles and the too few smiles, I still remember you.
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BOWYER -- RALPH S. BOWYER APRIL 11, 1914 - APRIL 7, 2005 A GREAT COACH, TEACHER AND FRIEND WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND MISSED.
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BRODERICK -- Dr. Thomas Eugene Broderick, age 74. Peacefully passed away March 22,2007 at home with family at his side. He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Antoinette, and his nine children; Erin and Steve Levick, Tina Broderick, Matthew and Paula Broderick, Michael and Kimberly Broderick, Melinda Broderick and Wade Abuchon, Thomas and Lyn Broderick, Kathleen (Nitter) Broderick, Kevin and Karrie Broderick, Jes and Wes Bigney and grandchildren; Conner, Morgan, Sydney, Kevin, Sean, Spencer and Krisztina. Thomas was born in Cincinnati Ohio. He attended Xavier University and went to medical school at the University Cincinnati. He graduated from the university of Cincinnati in 1958. Tom did his public health service in Arizona and developed a love for the southwest. He completed his training in anesthesia in 1963 from the University of Indiana, and then moved his family to NM where he worked at St. Joseph's Hospital for 30 years. He retired in 1996 and traveled the US by car. He was proud that he rarely used the interstate, preferring small back roads and towns. He loved his family, fishing, the History Channel, mystery novels, Opera and the hunt for the ultimate bargin. HE WILL BE MISSED. A funeral mass will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1502 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, NM on Friday the 13, 2007 at 10:30 am.
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BURCIAGA -- Guadalupe "Lupe" (Lueras) Burciaga went home to be with the Lord on April 05, 2007. Lupe was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico and was preceded in death by her parents, Ambrosio H. and Esther Lueras, brothers Agustine, Bernie and Ralph Lueras. Lupe is survived by her loving husband, Manuel and the joy of her life, her son Victor. Lupe is also survived by brothers Joseph Lueras and wife Minda, Archie Lueras and wife Bernadette, Paul Lueras and wife Lourdes, Alex Lueras and wife Marina, Dennis Lueras and wife Connie, sisters Cecilia Olivas and husband Jose and Regina Lueras and partner Ronnie Handley. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends whom she loved dearly. A viewing will take place on Monday, April 09, 2007 from 11:00 am - 4:00 p.m. and a Rosary and Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 10:00 am. Both the viewing and Mass will take place at the Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, 505-764-9663 which is handling all arrangements. Cremation will follow the services.
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BUTLER -- Dora I. Butler, 84, a longtime resident of Moriarty, passed away Monday, April 2, 2007. She is survived by her daughter, Susie E. Swope and husband, Jack, of Ute Park, NM; niece, Carlene Johnston and husband, Dick, of John Day, OR; grandson and long-time caretaker, Ken Chancellor and wife, Rose, of Moriarty; grandchildren, Kathy Potter, Eileen Aguirre, Mary Higgins, Jackie Foster, Ben Swope; also numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, C. T. Butler; and son, Pat Butler. Dora welcomed several young people who shared her home. She also held many dances and teen parties. Dora was a co-founder of the Bethel Community Storehouse of Moriarty. She was a school bus contractor for 30 years in the Moriarty School system as well as a member of the Order of the Rebekah. She lived on a ranch in Torrance County since 1928. Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 21, 2007, 10:00 a.m., at Bethel United Methodist Church, 2700 Old Highway 66. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Bethel Community Storehouse, P.O. Box 968, Moriarty, NM 87035. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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CARPENTER -- James Orville Carpenter, age 82, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday April 1, 2007 in the affectionate arms of his family. He was born in Hamilton, AL on September 22, 1924 and moved to New Mexico in 1934. He served in the 169th Field Artillery Battalion of the U.S. Army. He was stationed in the Asiatic Pacific Theater during WWII. J.O. is survived by his loving, attentive wife, Jennie, of 58 years; daughter, Jeanne Buck and husband, David; son, James Carpenter and wife, Helen; grandchildren, Jennifer Ventura-Trujillo and son, Nikolas, Rianne Ventura, Melanie Buck and Katie Carpenter. He has one surviving sibling, his sister, Doris Alley of Albuquerque and her family. He was a longtime contractor in the building industry. He enjoyed his leisure time at the racetrack, hunting, fishing and camping with his family. J.O. was preceded in death by his parents, Bernice E. Carpenter (Jack) and Nettie Mae; his brother, Eugene; and sister, Ethelene. He truly had a zest for life. He enlivened every gathering with his humorous stories and hearty laughter. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Cremation has taken place. A "Celebration of Life" will be at the family home, Saturday April 14, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. The family would like to give special thanks to the dedicated doctors and Intermediate Care Unit staff at Presbyterian Hospital who provided care for Orville the past two weeks. In lieu of flowers please make donations in his name, James Orville Carpenter to: The American Lung Association of New Mexico 7001 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Or call 265-0732.
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FORTE -- Andrew J. Forte, age 72, passed away on April 3, 2007 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on March 11, 1935 to Andre and Helen Forte in Lawrence, MA. Andrew is a devoted husband and father that will be truly missed. He took great pride in his family's accomplishments and started his own Sign Painting Business called "Andy's Signs" which he did for 40 years until his retirement. Andrew proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. After the military he married his true love, Jeanne; and they were married for 50 years until his death in 2007. Andrew is survived by his wife, Jeanne; his son, Russell Forte and his wife, Anita; and two grandchildren, Victoria and Kristina Forte. He is also survived by two sisters, Angelina Ford and husband, Jack and Marilyn Ferro and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2007, at 2:00p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel with Pastor Elizabeth Purdum, officiating. In lieu of flowers a memorial donation can be made in his honor to the National Alliance for Thrombosis and Thrombophilia, P.O. Box 66018, Washington, DC. 20035-6018 French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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HOLDER -- Jennifer Rose Holder went home to her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, April 4, 2007, at the age of 49, after a lifelong struggle with Rheumatoid arthritis. Jennifer was a member of the Academy Heights Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was a talented poet, amateur drag racer, had a lovely voice, loved children and animals, and was an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be greatly missed by her parents, Max and Joyce Holder; brother, Jerry Lee Holder and wife, JoAnne; nephews, Donald Holder and wife, Tingting, and Jerry Lee Holder, Jr; niece, Virginia Rose Braden and husband, Allen; great-nieces, Allena Braden and Audrey Holder; great-nephews, Tyler Holder and AJ Braden; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, April 10, 2007, 2:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Monday, April 9, 2007, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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JENKINS -- Lizzy Lucille (Jones) Jenkins, age 93 formerly of Waynesboro, GA entered into eternal life April 1, 2007 at Lovelace Westside Hospital in Albuquerque NM. A Rosary will be recited at St. Therese Catholic Church in Albuquerque, NM. at 2:00 PM, Monday April 9, 2007, followed by the Funeral Mass. After Mass, burial will take place at Mount Calvary Cemetery, with Rev. Ron Carrillo officiating. Pallbearers will be John Jenkins, James Jenkins, Jerry Jenkins, Greg Lucero, Castilo Montoya, and Marty Vigil. Lucille was preceded in death by her husband Charles M. Jenkins Sr., her parents Marcellus Silas Jones Sr. and Minnie Lee (Redd) Jones, three brothers Woodrow Wilson Jones, M. S. Jones Jr. of Girard, GA, and Albert Lee Jones of Savannah, GA and two sisters Virginia Brown of Girard, GA, and Kate Lewis of Waynesboro, GA. Survivors include her son Charles Jenkins and wife Judy, four grandchildren John and wife Carrie, James, Jerry and wife Kari, and Jean Jenkins; Lucille's great-grandchildren are Angela, Ariana, Eden, Jude, and Noah Jenkins all from Rio Rancho and Albuquerque, NM. Although a long time member of the Methodist Church in Georgia, where she had served as a Bible School Teacher and Youth Leader, Lucille requested to become a Catholic in 2004. She became a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Albuquerque where she had attended services with her family for over 30 years when visiting them from Georgia. Lucille was born on September 18, 1913 in South Carolina, but lived in Georgia for most of her life. She attended school at Girard High School and played for the girls basketball team. After graduation she completed two years at Georgia State College for Women in Milledgeville, Ga. After returning home she married Charles M. Jenkins of Hilltonia, GA in 1936. They operated a General Store at Rock Fence, GA, for seven years before relocating their store to Girard, GA. After the tragic early death of her husband in 1947, she continued to own and operate the Jenkins General Merchandise Store for 63 years, and also served as the Assistant Postmistress of the Girard post office until retiring from Civil Service in 1985. Following an accident in her home and hospitalization, she moved to her son's home in Albuquerque, NM in 2000 to recuperate; eventually accompanying Charles and wife Judy to their new home in Rio Rancho, NM. Her hobbies included gardening, embroidering, cooking, reading, and writing poetry. She was an accomplished poet and many of her poems were published. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to The Good Shepherd Refuge for the Homeless, P. O. Box 749, 218 Iron St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87103. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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JONES -- Amelia Rose Jones April 7, 2001 - August 10, 2004 "Suppose there are two people, one of whom always remembers the other, while the other has entirely forgotten about the first one. Even if those two people were to meet or see each other, it would be the same as not meeting or seeing each other. On the other hand, if two people develop intense memories for one another, then in life after life, they will be together like an object and its shadow and they will never be separated..." Happy 6th Birthday Amelia, we love and miss you very, very, much. Love, Mammaw, Mom, Dad, Matt Jones, Delex, Tio Nino and Tia Nina
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KELLY -- Christopher T. Kelly, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, passed away on Sunday, April 1, 2007 after a six-month illness. The late C. T. Kelly, the second of nine children, was born on July 8, 1918 in Sidney, Ohio where he was raised. During World War II he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army Air Corps and was assigned to fly a B-17 bomber. Stationed in North Africa, and he flew several missions. On his last mission while over Austria, he and his crew had to bail out of their plane after being hit by enemy fire. For two weeks he eluded the Germans, but was caught crossing a river to freedom in Yugoslavia. Imprisoned in prisoner-of-war camp Stalag Luft III, he was freed by Patton’s Ninth Calvary Division on April 29, 1945. After the war, he moved to Albuquerque where he completed his studies in Business Administration at the University of New Mexico, and became a well known real estate broker and developer. In the early 1970s, Christopher built Encantada Square, which he owned until recently. He cherished his faith, and was an active member of the University of New Mexico Newman Center and the Marriage Enrichment Program. Christopher was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Taposic; two sisters, Mary Vereker and Kathleen Kelly; and three brothers, John, Paul and Norbert Kelly. In 1980, he remarried and is survived by his loving wife, Anne Johnston Kelly and her two daughters, Sheila Cooper and Michele Connelly; three brothers – Reverend James P. Kelly and Brother Thomas M. Kelly, both members of Glenmary Home Missioners; and Jerome R. Kelly; as well as two brother-in-laws Bert Johnston and George Bodmer; and three sisters-in-law, Barbara Johnston, Barbara Kelly and Geraldine Kelly Bodmer. A Rosary Service will be held at the French Mortuary Chapel on 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE at 4:00 p.m. Monday, April 9, 2007. Funeral Services will be held at the University of New Mexico Newman Center on 1815 Las Lomas NE at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 10, 2007 with interment at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Veterans of Foreign Wars of NM, 217 San Pablo SE, 87108. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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KESSLER -- Marcella E. Kessler, 90, passed away on April 3, 2007. Mrs. Kessler was born on June 25, 1916 in Dubuque, Iowa to Henry and Lena Wagner. Marcella followed her twin sister, Marina Flood, to Tucson, AZ in 1941, and later moved to Denver, Colorado where she met and married Charles Kessler in 1948. They moved to Albuquerque in 1950. Her twin sister came to Albuquerque shortly thereafter. They were inseparable. Marcella passed away six weeks after Marina died. Marcella loved to work in the garden, play cards, and be around her family and friends. She loved to cook, bake, and dance. She was a member of St. Joseph's Auxiliary, the Women's Guild at Annunciation, and the Women's Guild at the Church of Risen Savior since 1979. She taught CCD and was a kindergarten aide at Annunciation, and remained active in the church until her health declined. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Beth Kessler; three brothers and three sisters. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Chuck Kessler; daughter, Becky Dominguez and husband, Max; grandsons, Max C. and Joe M. Dominguez, all of Albuquerque; her brother, Irwin Wagner and wife, Dorothy of Dubuque, IA; sister-in-law, Leta Wagner of Dubuque, IA; brother-in-law, Ralph Heiring of Dubuque, IA; brother-in-law, Jack Kessler, of McMechen, WV; and many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank Premier Home Health, Presbyterian Home Health and Vista Care Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Casa Angelica Home, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 or the charity of your choice. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, April 9, 2007 at Daniels Family Funeral Services. Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at Risen Savior, with Monsignor Alona officiating. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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MAAS -- Eugenia Maria Maas passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2007, after a brief illness. She was born in Las Vegas, NM, 90 years ago on October 7, 1916, to the late Judge Luis E. Armijo and Eugenia Delgado de Armijo. She is survived by her daughter, Carla Bashore; son-in-law, Frank Bashore; granddaughter, Amy Bashore; sister, Carmen Blattman of Las Vegas; and nieces and nephews, Anita, Roberto, Christina, Adea, Francisca, Jeannie, Patricia, Thomas, Luis, John, Steve, Paul, and Linda and their families; as well as many cousins. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Carlos, Luis and Roberto; and husband, Tjebbe Wilem Maas. Eugenia began her career with the United States Government, working for the Library of Congress when she was posted by the Department of State to the American Embassy in Mexico City in the early 1940s. She then moved to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where she resided for twenty years. There, she worked with the Food for Peace program in the American Embassy. Upon leaving Brazil, she moved to Paris, France, where she again worked with programs sponsored by the American Embassy, SHAPE and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Upon her return to the States, she resided in Virginia, and continued her government service with the International Police Academy in Washington, D.C. She retired to Albuquerque in 1986. To her nieces and nephews, "Aunt Jean" was an inspiration and a joy. With her great charm, she captured their attention and imagination with spellbinding and enchanting stories of adventure and intrigue during her life abroad. She will be greatly missed by her many friends and family who survive her. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, April 14, 2007, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, 87111. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MAY -- Marvin C. May, 93, passed away on April 4, 2007. Arrangements are being entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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MIRABAL -- Estrella Isabel Estrella Isabel Mirabal December 27, 2005 to April 2, 2007 Our Precious Angel was called back to be with our Heavenly Father on April 2, 2007. In Estrella's short time with us she touched and blessed so many lives. She will be tremendously missed and loved forever by all who had the privilege of knowing her and loving her. She is survived by her father, Carlos Mirabal; mother, Epimenia Dominguez; loving sister, Marissa Mirabal; grandparents, Ildefonso and Isabel Dominguez and Velma Mirabal; Godparents, Marvin Roybal and Monica Roybal; many aunties, uncles and cousins. Services will be at New Beginning Church of God, 3601 Montgomery NW on April 7, 2007. Viewing will be at 9:00 a.m. with Mass at 10:00 a.m. and will follow to Sunset Memorial, 924 Menaul, where she will be laid to rest. Many thanks to French Mortuary and all the family and friends for their love and support.
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ORTIZ -- Leo P. Ortiz, age 84, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, April 5, 2007, while surrounded by his loving family. Leo was a resident of Corrales, NM and a member of San Ysidro Church. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Army, who served his country during World War II. He was an artist, and currently his paintings are hanging at St. Anne's Church in Santa Fe, NM. He was preceded in death by his brother, John M. Ortiz. Leo is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Patricia Ann Ortiz of the family home; his children, Fr. Leo W. Ortiz of Santa Fe, NM, Mary A. Gutierrez, Wilbert M. Ortiz both of Corrales, NM, Thomas F. Ortiz, and Joseph A. Ortiz; two grandchildren, Antonio and Nicolas Gutierrez; a sister, Priscilla Montiel and husband Rudolpho; nieces, nephews, and other beloved family members and friends. Leo will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. A rosary will be recited Monday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Rio Rancho, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., with Fr. Leo W. Ortiz as celebrant. A Committal Service will be conducted at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Rudy Gutierrez, Antonio Gutierrez, Nicolas Gutierrez, Wilbert Ortiz, Andres Barela, and Shonn Schroer. Funeral services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW 898-3160
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PADILLA -- Elisia (Elsie) Padilla, 80 years of age, went to celebrate with our Lord on April 6, 2007 at 3:00 a.m. She was born in Marquez, NM, raised in Los Lunas, NM and then married and became a life long resident of Jarales, NM. Elsie was preceded in death by her eldest son Trinidad (Bobby) R. Padilla and her brother Daniel Jaramillo. Elsie is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Florian Padilla, her four children and nine grandchildren. Daughter, Elia Sanchez and her husband, Roland and their 6 children, Jessica, Alicia, Adolfo, Roland II (Scooter), Florian and Emilio Sanchez; daughter, Lillian Poelker and her husband, David and their daughter, Christina Poelker; son, Richard Padilla; and son, Eugenio (Gene) Padilla and his wife, Martina and their two children, Eugenio II and Samantha Padilla. Elsie is also survived by her brother, Toby Jaramillo, sister's Sophie Benavidez, Monica Beck and Margaret Gutierrez; a daughter-in-law, Linda Mitchell; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. All religious services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, beginning with a viewing to be held on Sunday April 8, at 5:00 p.m. followed by a rosary at 6:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held on Monday, April 9,2007 at 8:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. with Father Stephen Schultz presiding. Please sign Elisia's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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RADINSE -- Margaret Radinse, 86, loving wife, sister, mother, and grandmother, lived 5/2/20 to 4/4/07. She was born in Gallup, NM to Dominica and Pete Catgenova. She married Russel Redinse in 1950 and is survived by her brother Pete George Catgenova, nieces and nephews Judy Michalec, Charles Keith, Nick Catgenova, Debbie Coleman and Mario Categnova. Grand nieces and nephews Mark, Nicole Catgenova, Brandon Coleman, Heather, and Hana Catgenova. Also survived by stepdaughter Sherril Paz, grandchildren Marylou, Leroy, Beverly, Evelyn and Joann Paz with 15 grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. Special friends Rena Angeli, Rena Synder, Viola Garcia, Brian and members of Lovlace Volunteer Srevices. Rosary will be held on Tuesday 6:00 p.m. at Strong Thorne Mortuary with Mass on Wed 9:00 a.m. at St Charles Church 1818 Coal, S.E. followed by the funeral at Fairview Cemetery. We love you and will miss you dearly.
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ROBINSON -- James E. Robinson, 79, was born on Sunday, June 3, 1927 in Anderson, IN and passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2007, in Smyrna, GA. He married Jimmie Lee Abrams December 1947 and three children were born to this union, Linda Ann Slack and husband, Stephen J. of Albuquerque, Jacqueline Denise Wilson and husband, DeLloyd of Smyrna, GA, and James Douglas Robinson and wife, Charlene of Tucson, AZ. Mr. Robinson served in the U.S. Navy during the Second World War as an electrician's mate aboard small craft. James received Christ at an early age and served in the music department, Sunday school and as a deacon in the local church. James retired from Sandia National Labs in 1984 after 35 years of service in the Facilities Dept. He leaves 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Services will be conducted on Saturday, April 7, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Friends may visit on Friday, April 6, 2007 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Condolence cards may be mailed to French Mortuary to be forwarded to the family. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SEDILLO -- RAYMOND In Memory Raymond Sedillo January 26, 1970 - April 7, 1998 All in the wild April morning I heard the Angels call It was when the moon was setting and the dark was overall The trees began to whisper and the wind began to roll And in the wild April morning I heard them call my soul Nine years have not erased your smile from my mind, nor has it eased the pain that follows me like a shadow. I love you my sweet son
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SNELL -- Mary Ellen Snell, 79, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, April 4, 2007. She is survived by her sons, Lee Roy Snell and wife Joanne of Chesapeake, VA, Walter Earl Snell and wife, Wen of Los Angeles, CA and William Lacy Snell and wife, Laurie of Albuquerque, NM; and her daughters, Patricia Roberson and husband, Marty of Tijeras, NM and Barbara Vaughn and husband, Jim of Prewitt, NM. Mary is also survived by her seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Roy Lee "Pete" Snell in 1998. She was a member of Adah Chapter No 5 Order of the Eastern Star for many years and was a past Matron. Services will be held Monday April 9, 2007, 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd Chapel, Monday from 11:30 am to service time. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, 87111, in her memory. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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TAGGART -- Mrs. Jean Marian Taggart, born December 11, 1923, passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, James C. Taggart. Jean is survived by her daughter, Karen Campbell, MD and husband Homer of Albuquerque, NM; her son Steve Taggart, MD and wife Tristan of Escondido, CA; and her three grandchildren, Rachel Kelly, Sean Taggart and Bryan Taggart of California. Jean was born in Buffalo, NY. She was a physical education teacher in Indianapolis, IN prior to the birth of her daughter. Jean has been a resident of Albuquerque, NM for 50 years. For many of those 50 years, Jean was a substitute and companion teacher with the Albuquerque Public Schools. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2007, at 3:00 p.m., at Saint Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 5301 Ponderosa Avenue, NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Jean's name to a Parkinson's Research Foundation of your choice. Sweet be their rest, And gentle be their sleeping. God's way is best - They are in His Keeping.
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THOMPSON -- The family of Jacyne Langseth Thompson thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.
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WHITESIDE -- Helen Whiteside, Ed. D. departed for her heavenly home on March 31, 2007. She was born in 1914 and came to Albuquerque in 1960 as Dean of Women at the University of New Mexico. She leaves a sister Mary Frances Hayes, nieces Carolyn Ball and Ann Lacy of Texas, the Fallis family of Arkansas, sister and caregiver Jackie Fallis and dear friends in Albuquerque. Helen lived a full and happy life. She enjoyed music and singing, oil painting and sketching, travel and trips in her RV, her dogs and birds. She sat on the patio under a very large tree calling in the birds to whistle and chitchat for hours. Helen held five university degrees, the last being a doctorate from Columbia University in New York. Dr. Whiteside's stewardship has touched public schools, private colleges and universities in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Colorado, and New York. She served as Dean of Chatham College in Pittsburg, PA, and Dean of Women and Associate Professor Emeritus at the University of New Mexico. She enjoyed working with Panhellanic and was particularly fond of the Town Club. She held membership and executive positions in eleven state and national organizations and received many recognitions and Distinguished Alumnae Awards from several universities. Helen's many former students, colleagues, and associates around the country have extended their thanks to her for the years of loving interest and concern. Helen served in both enlisted and officer ranks with the U.S. Navy in World War II. As a Lieutenant one assignment was to make ready a large mansion on Riverside Drive in Chicago to receive the first group of Waves whose mission was to relieve seamen of office and detail duties and report for active service. This challenging assignment was the most rewarding of her professional life. In more recent years this mansion became the home of Oprah Winfrey. Helen enjoyed visiting the mansion via TV as Oprah would do program segments from her residence. She has remained an active member of Waves National New Mexico Unit #04, Roadrunners (U.S. Navy Woman's Assoc.). She served as District Director of five states of Waves National. Helen was a member of St. John's Methodist Church and several community organizations. She was known for her integrity, strong spirit, caring nature, absolute loyalty, and generosity to every charity that mailed a request for donations. She was revered by her students, respected by her colleagues and loved by her friends and family. A reception is planned for friends on Easter Sunday, April 8, 2007, 2:00 to 5:00 pm at the home of Helen and Jackie, 1907 Richmond NE Albuquerque. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services and interment will be held on Tuesday April 10, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe Santa Fe, NM with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. Donations in-lieu of flowers would be appreciated by the Assistance League of Albuquerque "Operation School Bell" school uniform project, PO Box 35910 Albuquerque 87176, or by St. John's Methodist Church "Organ Fund", 2626 Arizona NE Albuquerque 87110. All services are under the care and direction of: Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE 884-1188
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