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BALDWIN-WILLIAMS -- Mary Lynn Baldwin-Williams, 55, a native of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully in her home on June 29, 2007. She was preceded in death by her father, James "Jim" Hann. Lynn was a longtime and devoted employee of University Hospital and her sudden absence was immediately felt by all of her co-workers. She is survived by her husband, Jim Williams; mother, Martha "Marty" Hann; her daughters, Martha Elizabeth and Sarah Jane Baldwin; son, Keith Aaron Baldwin; sister, Marsha Davalos; and her grandchildren, Leon Abrams, Ivan and Andres Ortiz, and Brooke Baldwin. Her family and friends celebrate the joy in knowing she is at peace and in a better place. We will fondly remember Lynn's life, her extreme generosity and the gift of everlasting memories. A sunset Memorial Service will be held at Elena Gallegos Park on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 8 p.m.
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BARNHART -- Charles E. Barnhart, the former chairman of the Albuquerque City Commission and a well-known Albuquerque attorney and engineer, died Thursday, June 28, 2007, at Anna Kasemann Hospital, following a short illness. Barnhart, 85, was a native New Mexican. He was born January 9, 1922, in Santa Rosa, NM to Mae E. and Charles L. Barnhart who homesteaded a ranch nearby before New Mexico became a state. He was a member of the city commission from 1967 to 1971. For two years, he was chairman of the commission, which was the equivalent of mayor. At Santa Rosa High School, he played all four years of football for the Lions, not that he was so fond of football but because there weren't enough boys to make a team without him. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1944 with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and received his jurist doctor degree in law from UNM in 1959. Barnhart married his college sweetheart, Kathleen Claire Williams of Carlsbad, on January 1, 1944 in Albuquerque. In August 1944, he was commissioned in the U.S. Navy as an ensign. He served aboard the USS Waupaca in both the Atlantic and Pacific theatres until May 1946, coming out of the war as a lieutenant (junior grade). On his return to civilian life, he embarked on an engineering career, working on projects in Los Alamos and Albuquerque. Barnhart was a member of New Mexico Society of Professional Engineers from 1949 to 1965, serving as president of that organization in 1950-51. Barnhart worked as a sole practitioner attorney in Albuquerque from 1959 to 1968. During the 1970s and 1980s, he was a partner in the law firm of Hannett, Hannett, Cornish & Barnhart. He was also a partner in the Barnhart & Oliver firm and owner of Barnhart & Associates law firm. He retired from active practice in 1986 but remained a member of the New Mexico Bar Association until 1994. He developed Van Cleave Place in the 1980s, a Southeast Heights manufactured home community. Over the years, he also served on the Mayor's Citizens Advisory Committee on the use of the San Juan-Chama Diversion Project water, the Rio Grande Water Assembly, the City Parks and Recreation Commission, the boards of All Faiths Receiving Home, Gov. Jerry Apodaca's reorganization task force for the State Highway Department, Heights General Hospital, the Elephant Butte-Caballo Leaseholders Association, the Albuquerque Airport Advisory Board, and the New Mexico Manufactured Homes Association. "Charlie Barnhart was a dynamic, intelligent and hard-working man, whether it was as a city commissioner, an engineer, a lawyer, or family man," said a nephew, Richard Williams. "He was the perfect example of America's Greatest Generation, serving in the Navy in World War II, working a long career as an engineer and then becoming a lawyer at mid-life, when some people are already looking at retirement." "On top of that, he served in elective public office on the City Commission with people like Harry Kinney and Pete Domenici, was a member of the board of Albuquerque Technical-Vocational Institute, and still had time for all sorts of other volunteer work in the community," Williams said. "In our family, Charlie was our greatest source of pride." Barnhart was a 32nd Degree Mason and a Shriner. He is survived by, Kathy, his wife of 63 years; his son, Charles R. Barnhart and wife, Molly Shaw; daughter, Amy Richardson Hatch; son, John David Barnhart, all of Albuquerque; and son, Joe Alan Barnhart of Santa Clara, CA; brother, Roger A. Barnhart and wife, Gloria and their daughter, Gerri Barnhart, of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Ryan Charles Hatch of Phoenix, AZ, Kathleen Richardson and Kimberly Barnhart, both of Albuquerque; cousin, Norman Barnhart and wife, Millie; nephew, Richard Williams and wife, Madeline Dunn, of Albuquerque; and a niece, Sharon Barnhart Dodge and husband, Dr. Anthony Dodge, of San Antonio, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Leroy and Mae Barnhart and brothers, Joe and Wayne Barnhart. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 6, 2007, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Charles R. Barnhart, John David Barnhart, Joe A. Barnhart, Ryan Charles Hatch, Richard Williams and Isaac Adams. Honorary pallbearers will be Roger A. Barnhart and Norman Barnhart. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, July 5, 2007, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to The Ranches, 6209 Hendrix Rd. NE 2FL, Albuquerque, NM 87110-1334. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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BURKETT -- Peggy Burkett, 48, of Albuquerque passed away suddenly on June 28, 2007 at her home. Peggy was born on May 4, 1959 in Homburg, Germany. She is survived by her daughters, Jacqueline and Erin; her mother, Gerda, of Germany; her sister, Karen, of New York; brother, Bodo, of Germany. Peggy was very much a "social butterfly", wonderful cook, and loved to dance and listen to music. She was a loving and caring mother to her daughters. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 6, 2007 at Aspen Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Peggy Burkett memorial fund at Wells Fargo Bank at 8100 J Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87112
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CLINE -- Lawrence Sidney Cline, age 79, a resident of Albuquerque for the past twelve years, passed away on July 2, 2007. He was born and raised in Beaver Falls, PA. He worked and raised his family in Detroit, MI before moving to Albuquerque. He is survived by daughters, Mary Jo Dodd of Detroit, MI, Catherine A. Ayers of Las Vegas, NV, Eleanor M. Wrobel of Albuquerque; sons, Martin X. Cline of St. Louis, MO and Lawrence A. Cline of Ashford, WA; brother, Richard Cline of New Brighten, PA; ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place at Riverside Funeral Home Chapel on Friday July 6, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. with a Service to begin at 6:30 p.m. Graveside Services will be held on Saturday July 7, 2007 at Mount Calvary Cemetery to begin at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements in the care of Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 riversidefunerals.com
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ELYCIO -- Angie M. Elycio, 55, went to be with her Lord on Friday, June 29, 2007. She was preceded in death by her mother, Jessie Elycio. Angie is survived by her sisters: Liz Ware and husband, Dan Herrera; and Yolanda Hernandez and husband, Jaime. She was a loving sister, aunt and friend who was compassionate about other people's needs. You will surely be missed! We love and miss you! Visitation will be Thursday at 4:00 p.m. with a Life Celebration Service following at 5:00 p.m. in the Reflection of Life© Chapel (Washington and Cutler NE). Pallbearers will be Daniel Herrera, Chris Torres, Adam Torres, Dan Herrera, Jaime Hernandez and Mark Herrera. Honorary pallbearer will be Nathan Ware. Services entrusted to the Salazar family at REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777 www.ReflectionofLife.com
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FOLKNER -- Nancy Adams Folkner August 14, 1957 - June 30, 2007 Nancy was preceded in death by her father, Omar "Art" Adams. She is survived by her mother, Amada Estella Adams; son, Jesse Gregerson; husband, Carl "Chuck" Folkner; sisters, Stella Hendricks and husband, Charles and Georgia Clark and husband, Larry; nieces, Susan Gray and Michelle Basco; grandnieces, Brynna Nelson and Skylar Nelson; brother-in-law, Roby Folkner and wife, Louise of chandler AZ, Mark Folkner and wife, Susan, Stephen Folkner, John Folkner, Michael Adams and wife, Pamela and John Adams; sister-in-law, Sheri Gibson and husband, Gary, Holly Adams and Keli Adams of Las Cruces, Samantha Adams-Crow and husband, Arlyn Crow, Madison Whitsell, Clare Adams-Crow, Erin, Jacque and Jessica Folkner, Heather and Meghan Folkner, Marissa Gibson, Briana Gibson and Valori Adams; nephews, Michael Adams and Anson Adams-Crow; and her father-in-law, Jack L. Adams, MD and wife, Mary Ann Adams. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church 5525 Fortuna Rd. NW. Arrangements by; Salazar & Sons Mortuary 247-4124
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GARCIA -- Johnny Garcia, age 58, of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord Sunday, July 1, 2007. Johnny was raised in San Bernardino, CA. After graduating from Eisenhower High School, he joined the U.S. Army where he retired after more than 20 years of dedicated service. Most recently, Johnny worked for Boeing Services at KAFB. He was a devoted husband and father. Johnny is survived by his wife of 35 years, Diana P. Garcia; children, David Garcia and his wife, Patricia, Antonio Garcia, and Juan Garcia; six grandchildren, Ashley, Angel, Kyrstan, Joseph, Johnny, and Anika; mother, Sarah Garcia; sisters, Diane Lopez and Esmeralda Olalde and husband, David; brothers, Ruben, Urban, and Robert Garcia. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, July 6, 2007 at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit Thursday, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at French Mortuary Westside Chapel. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
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HERNANDEZ -- Max G. Hernandez July 4, 1916 February 29, 2000 Today on your 91st birthday Our memories and thoughts of you Are more vivid than ever Not a day goes by that your name is not mentioned. Those laughable moments Those tears we shed Those very special moments 906 has never been the same since you left Happy Birthday with our Lord in Heaven We love you and miss you very much - you were truly one of a kind Your wife Virgie Your sons and daughters Sal, Albert, Arthur, Theresa, Michael, Ross, Martin, Cathy, Andrew
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HERRERA -- Tobias (Toby) Herrera, 42, with his family by his side, Toby went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 27, 2007. Toby was born January 31, 1965, the son of Manuel and Viola Avila Herrera in Espanola, NM. Toby always had a smile on his face and was always a giving, caring, and loving man. All the children loved him and they always called him "Uncle Toby". He loved music, especially Elvis and The Beatles and was always singing. Most of all, Toby loved his family and was always willing to help in any way he could. He will be missed by all of us. We love him very much even as he has gone to be with our Lord. Toby was preceded in death by his grandparents, Juan and Elvira Avila; and grandmother, Antonia Herrera. He is survived by his parents, Manuel and Viola Herrera of Rio Rancho; brothers and sisters, Patricia Herrera and fiance, Luciano of Rio Rancho, Manuel Jr. of California, Gloria Chapman and husband, Charles of California, and Robert and wife, Sharon of Texas; grandfather, Cornelio Herrera of Nambe; nieces and nephews, Eric, Michelle, Jason, Nicole, Jeremy, Charlie, Brandon, Ryan, Courtney, and Deanna; aunts and uncles; and many cousins and friends. The Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2007 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with the Rosary being held on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the Church of the Incarnation, 2309 Monterrey Rd. NE, Rio Rancho. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, July 6, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Incarnation followed by interment at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico
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HOWELL -- Jamie Robin Howell May 8, 1953 - June 29, 2007 Daughter, sister, friend. Musician, artist, poet. One-of-a-kind wild child with a spirit never broken; now you are free. Dancing with the angels - Playing among the stars - As a quiet peace settles into the space of the hard times left behind. We will always love you. Jamie was preceded in death by her nephew, Noah and is survived by her mother, Nancy; sisters, Terri and Sandi; brother-in-law, George; and best friend, Marty, all of Albuquerque, NM. She is also survived by her father, George and his wife, Clara of Wichita Falls, TX.
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MADDALENI -- Mauro "Jeff" Maddaleni, age 93, of Raton, NM, passed away Saturday, June 30, 2007 in Raton. He was born December 26, 1913 in Spoleto, Italy, the son of Guiseppe and Theresa Santi, Maddaleni. Jeff was a Veteran of WW11 serving in the United States Army, a member of St. Patrick's-St. Joseph's Catholic Church, the Raton Elks Lodge, and the United Miners Union. He is survived by his wife, Rose of the family home; son, Jeffery and wife, Marianne of Albuquerque, NM; two grandchildren, Mark and Andrea Maddaleni of Albuquerque, NM; two sisters, Neva Thomas of Raton, NM, and Elda Rigdon of Belen, NM; numerous nieces and nephews. Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's-St. Joseph's Catholic Church recited by Frank Cimino, Jr. Mass of the Resurrection will follow at 10:00 a.m. with Father Daniel Balizan as the celebrant. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvery Cemetery in Raton. Arrangements and a celebration of love for Jeff Maddaleni are under the direction of the Yaksich-Long Funeral Home of Raton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the MCMC Auxiliary, 200 Hospital Drive, Raton, NM 87740
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MANKER -- Randy Lee (Sonny) Manker, 51, of Moriarty, NM, passed away Friday, June 29, 2007 in Tijeras, NM. Randy was born May 25, 1956 in Jacksonville, IL to Joseph and Elizabeth Manker. Randy married Regina Horton on June 7, 2004 in Moriarty, NM who preceded him in death on June 29, 2007. He was also preceded in death by his parents. Randy is survived by his sons, Joshua Manker; John Frank Garcia; daughters, Emily Ann Jasmine Apodaca and husband, Abran; Tanya Garcia; brother, Tom Manker; sister, Linda Bowie; and four grandchildren, Gabriel Alvarez; Donovan T. Trujillo; Micalla Garcia; and Jazmyne Apodaca. A viewing will be held Wednesday, July 4, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary Chapel in Moriarty, NM. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary Chapel in Moriarty, NM. Arrangements for entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary (505) 832-6130 "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
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MCAFEE -- Stella McAfee, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away at her home Friday, June 29, 2007, amongst her family. She was born on November 4, 1932 in Albuquerque to Nicholas and Antonia Gallegos. She married George McAfee on July 25, 1952 in Albuquerque. Stella was a current member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church and a former member of San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, where she was active with the School Board, Parish Council, former PTA President, and was very active with St. Pius X High School. She also taught Bi-Lingual education at VanBuren Middle School for over seven years, as well as assisted her husband, George as his bookkeeper in his automotive radiator service, McAfee Radiator Service, for over 30 years. Stella enjoyed spending time at Highland Senior Center and working at election polls. She was a proud graduate from TOPS and was very active in her grandchildren's lives. Stella is survived by her husband of 55 years, George; daughter, Deborah E. King; son, George Nicholas McAfee, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Michael George King and Ryan Matthew King; sister, Jennie G. Downey and husband, Joe of Alamogordo, NM; brother, Isidor Gallegos of Albuquerque; uncle, Eddie Mayer of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Lizzie Center and brother, Ray Gallegos. Rosary will be recited Thursday, July 5, 2007, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Friday, July 6, 2007, 10:00 a.m., also at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Julian Apodaca, Billy Center, Isidor Gallegos, Lisa Lowery, Eric Marentes, Anthony Vejar, and Ray Gallegos. Honorary pallbearers will be William Center, Joseph Downey, Edward Mayer, Joe McAfee, Leroy McAfee, and Michael McAfee. For those who desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Association, Attn: Lorraine West, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MCKEEVER -- Dixie L. McKeever died Sunday, July 1, 2007 at Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice in Albuquerque. She was 89 years old. She is survived by her daughter, Lynn McKeever, a local attorney. Mrs. McKeever grew up in Dubuque, IA, where she married and raised her own family. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert, in 1984 and her husband, Lewis in 2001. She relocated here to be near her daughter. She received her BA degree in music from Clarke College in Dubuque, IA in 1939 and enjoyed playing the piano throughout her life. Burial will be through Egelhof, Seigert & Casper Funeral Home in Dubuque, IA on Friday, July 6, 2007.
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MIXON -- Earl Mixon (1928-2007) was born in Tucson, AZ and grew up in Fort Stockton, TX. His family moved to Roswell when he was in high school. He served in the U.S. Army Rangers in Korea, and after his discharge he met and wooed Elizabeth Underwood. They were married in December of 1953. In 1960, they moved to Albuquerque, where Earl worked as a sales representative for Kraft Foods for over 30 years. He loved the out-of-doors, and took the family on frequent hiking trips in the forests of New Mexico. He and Elizabeth also enjoyed ballooning, and participated in several Balloon Fiesta events. After retirement, Earl and Elizabeth bought property near Durango, and spent nearly two decades in a beautiful home near Lake Vallecito. The grandkids cherish memories of "paradise;" every year, Gramma and Granddad had them up for week-long "summer camps" in the Colorado mountains. But their Albuquerque ties remained strong. In July of 2003 they returned, and have lived here since. Earl was an avid reader, amateur photographer, and tennis player. At age 67, he discovered computers and made the jump from film to digital photography. He was always generous with his time and resources to family, friends, and church. For a time he volunteered for Meals on Wheels. A beloved husband, brother, father, father-in-law, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he was also a caring friend to everyone he met. He enjoyed good health for most of his life, and played tennis just three days before his death in the early hours of Saturday, June 30, 2007. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Mixon; his sister, Iris Major; his children, Kay Mixon, Laura Mixon-Gould, and Jim Mixon; his grandchildren, Stephanie Maez, Benjamin Mixon-Baca, and Emma and Carita Gould; and his great-grandson, Donovan Maez. We miss him very much. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2007, 10:00 a.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505)823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MOXEY -- Mary Judith Moxey, age 67 and a resident of Albuquerque, died on June 30, 2007. She is survived by her children, Michael Moxey and Amy Monroe; grandchildren, Jasmyne Longwell and Ashton Longwell; brother, John Landwehr and wife, Joanne; sister, Judith Ann Landwehr; sister, Joan Harrigan and husband, Jim; brother, Patrick Riley and wife, Delila; sister, Margaret Quinn and husband, Michael. Judith was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Sophia Landwehr; brother, Roy Landwehr; and sister, Katherine Smith. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, July 5, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 6, 2007, at 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE at Claremont. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Thursday, July 5, 2007, one hour prior to Rosary. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505)823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MUCHOW -- Marcelyn G. Muchow, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Friday, June 29, 2007. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Clarence Muchow; daughter, Sharon Turner and husband, Rollins of Tampa, FL; and daughter, Jacqueline Stricker and husband, Harold of Cottage Grove, TN; six grandchildren, Christopher Turner, Michael Turner, Terry Turner, Jennifer McIntyre, Julie Doster, and Joseph Stricker; 11 great-grandchildren; and brother, James Cramer of Maui. She had many talents and interests including a lifelong love of figure skating and RV traveling with her husband. Marcelyn was a talented seamstress and was a 4-H judge at the state fair. Above all, she was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who will be deeply missed by her family. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 210 Alvarado SE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to the Alzheimer's Association of New Mexico, 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 209, Albuquerque, NM 87111. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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NEWSOM -- June Newsom, entered the gates of heaven on Monday, July 2, 2007 at the age of 85. She was born in Beaumont, TX to Charlie and Doris Hall. June was a beloved and precious mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. June had a kind and gentle heart and was devoted to her Catholic faith. She is survived by her daughters, Sybil Sowell and her late husband, Dick and Linda Alikhani and husband, Naser; two grandchildren, David Sowell and Denesa Shaw; three great-grandchildren, Courtney and Quinlyn Sowell and Briana Shaw; and many other family members. Her family would like to thank the staff of Manzano del Sol to whom they are eternally grateful for the loving care given to their Mom "June bug". The family would also like to extend their deep appreciation to the staff of Presbyterian Hospice and Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church for their tireless visits. Rosary will be recited Thursday, July 5, 2007, 9:30 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with entombment to follow. Friends may visit at 9:00 a.m. until Rosary. Her family prefers memorial contributions be made to the Osteoporosis Foundation, 1232 22nd St. NW, Washington, DC 20037-1202. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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PADILLA -- MARGARET GIRON Margaret Giron Padilla (The Most Beautiful) Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and daughter went home to be with the Lord on June 28, 2007. She passed away while vacationing at her family's favorite resort in Santa Barbara, CA with her husband, sons, daughter, grandson, and daughter-in-law by her side. Maggie was born on August 5, 1941 in Polvadera, NM and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by father, Pilar Giron and brother, Steve Eddie Giron. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Louis D, Padilla; her son, Gary Eric Padilla and wife, Lillian; beloved daughter and best friend, Elaine Padilla; son, Edmund Padilla; grandson, Jason Padilla and Erica; along with great-granddaughter, Adelynn Padilla. She is survived by her mother, Andrea B. Giron; and her brothers and sisters: Bernie Giron and wife, Doris, Victor Giron, Christine Baca, Angel Hall, Tina Patton and husband, Dan, Rosie Giron Maron and husband, Barry, Randy Giron and wife, Kathy, Rick Giron and wife, Gloria, Yolanda Giron, Pilar D. Giron and wife, Felicia, Phillip Giron, and Ramey Giron and wife, Aime. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, and relatives. Maggie retired from USDA Forest Service in August 2004 after 31 years of service, Maggie lived life to the fullest and enjoyed a good party. She was a loving and generous person who was willing and able to help anyone in need. She loved to cook, dance and spend time with family, friends and especially enjoyed being with her mother on Sunday for brunch along with all who wished to join in. Services will be held at Queen of heaven Catholic Church at 5310 Claremont NE. Services will begin at 9:00 a.m., Thursday, July 5th, with a Rosary Service to be followed by the Funeral Mass immediately thereafter.
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RICE -- W.E. Rice, 85, a loving family man and longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on June 30, 2007 at his home. Mr. Rice was born on July 12, 1921 to W.E. and Jocelyne (McKay) Rice of Red Rock, OK. He graduated from Ponca City High School in 1939 and attended Oklahoma A&M University in Stillwater, OK of the same year. Mr. Rice then enrolled at UNM in 1943. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree in 1947. During that time, he married the love of his life, Blanche Hall, on July 9, 1945. He was a charter member and first president of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity at UNM. He was a member of the Fleetmen's Club, which was founded at UNM in 1943. Mr. Rice served our country by enlisting in the US Navy Reserves at Notre Dame. Upon completion he became an Ensign and served in the 8th Company of Notre Dame. Mr. Rice was drafted by the Cardinals baseball team before serving in the Navy. He also played semi-professional baseball for the Albuquerque Dukes, was a 32nd degree Mason, and was a member or the UNM Lobo Club. He joined the Albuquerque Country Club in September 1957. He earned his private pilot's license. He was most proud of being a Registered Professional Engineer. He went to work for Lively Equipment Company in 1947 and ultimately became the president and owner of the company. He loved to golf and achieved his first hole-in-one in 1999. He was "Top Dog!" He was preceded in death by his wife, Blanche, in 1997. He is survived by his three daughters, Melinda Hamilton and husband, Marvin, of Albuquerque, Cynthia Leonard and husband, Edward, of Albuquerque, and Eloise Hughes and husband, Dwight, of Los Lunas; grandchildren, Jocelyn Stoffan, Nicole Leonard , Shannon Garcia and Ryan Garcia; great-grandchildren, Lilly and Tyler Stoffan; and nephew, Dale Brown and wife, Rita. The Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 6, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, formerly Strong-Thorne Mortuary, at 1100 Coal Ave. SE, with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. A reception will follow at the Albuquerque Country Club. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the NM Heart Association, 2201 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 (800) 242-8721; Albuquerque Rescue Mission, 509 2nd St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 924-1311; or Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice, 8100 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, (505) 559-1122. Daniels Family Funeral Services (formerly Strong-Thorne Mortuary) 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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RIVERA -- Eloisa A. Rivera was born June 9, 1933 in Delia, NM. A longtime resident of Albuquerque, she passed away Monday, July 2, 2007. Eloisa was preceded in death by her husband, Gavino J. Rivera. She is survived by her two brothers; six sisters; one daughter, Rosie Elliott; son-in-law, Pay Elliott; two sons, Louis Rivera, Robert Rivera; one daughter-in-law, JoAnna Trujillo Rivera; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, July 6, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel, Dominic, Martin, Louie, Ruben, Glen and Greg. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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SPRINGER -- Stephen Miles Springer, 61, a resident of Albuquerque, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, July 2, 2007 after a long, and valiant battle with cancer. Born August 9, 1945 in Corpus Christi, TX, Steve was preceded in death by his parents, B.P. and Marie Springer. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Alice Springer; sons, Jason Springer and wife, Regina and Stephen Springer II; daughter, Mary Jane Wyckoff and husband, Kevin; four wonderful grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Preston, Jett and Austin; and one brother, Ben Springer of Odessa, TX. Steve attended Odessa High School and graduated from West Texas State University in 1970 with one of the first degrees offered in Computer Science Technology. He served 4 years in the Texas/New Mexico National Guard. His career in Albuquerque included 29 years with Amrep SW and 8 years with First Financial Credit Union as Director of Information Technology. A gentle, caring and loving family man with a wonderful sense of humor, Steve will be greatly missed by family and friends. He will be with us always through the love his family holds for him in their hearts. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, July 5, 2007, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Oasis Family Church, 4800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, July 6, 2007, 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505)823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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