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ADAMS -- John was a beloved and caring son, brother, father, uncle, and friend. John was born in Denver, CO and resided in Albuquerque since 1958. He is survived by his children, Valori and Michael and their mother, Keli; his mother, Ruth Adams, father, Jack and stepmother, Mary Ann Adams; brother, Michael Adams and his wife, Pamela James; sister, Sheryl Gibson and her husband, Gary, and their daughters, Marissa and Briana Gibson; sister, Holly Adams; stepbrother, Roby Folkner, his wife, Louise, and their daughters, Heather and Meghan; stepbrother, Mark Folkner, his wife, Susan, and their daughters, Erin, Jacqueline and Jessica Folkner; and stepbrothers, Chuck Folkner, Stephen Folkner and John Christopher Folkner; niece, Samantha Adams, her husband, Arlyn Crow, and their children, Madison, Clare and Anson; aunts, Charlotte Baker, Kathryn Hope and Jeanne Jones; cousins, Deborah McLaughlin, Alison Wabel and Michael Baker, Kathryn Anne Martinez, Merle Jones Jr. and Melanie Jones; and numerous friends including Marty Martinez, Jeff Benson, Sinisa Djordjevic, James (Earl) and Steven Harrison, Frank Campbell, Bill Garner, Charlie and Pat James, Jacqueline James and Priscilla Spolyar, and their families. John was preceded in death by his brother, David Adams. John was an incredibly talented guitarist and banjo player, artist, and craftsman. He loved the outdoors and shared it with his children, family, friends and Australian Shepherd, Bandit. Vaya con Dios, John. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to a college fund for Valori and Michael through the Adams Children Education Fund, Bank of America. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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AGUIRRE -- EDMUNDO "ED" 3 years? It seems like 3 days. Today I will listen to your songs as I often do, comforted by memories that keep us close to you. There will always be heartache and often a silent tear. PERO SIEMPRE RECUERDOS of the days that you were here. We miss you and love you, Daddy--each in our own way. Como Siempre, Prieta
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BROWN -- Constance Brown, 94, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, July 27, 2007. Constance was born in Maxwell, NM on April 27, 1913 to Richard Roy Biebel and Nora Tilghman Biebel (West). She worked at the State Hospital in Las Vegas, NM as a secretary when she met and married Robert Brown in l940. After they were married, Connie kept the books for Brown's Dairy while caring for her husband and their two daughters, Barbara Lee and Betty Ann. After her daughters married she took a job as the secretary to the President of NM Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM. When her husband retired from Brown's Dairy they moved to Albuquerque and lived there for several years. They later moved back to Las Vegas for a few years, and then moved to Citrus Heights, CA in 1995, eventually returning to Albuquerque in l999. Connie was an avid gardener and loved flowers. Everywhere she lived she always maintained a beautiful and bountiful gardens. After her husband's death she lived at Las Colinas Village Senior Center in Albuquerque, where she volunteered to take care of the gardens and work in the library. In 2003 she moved to her daughter's home where she lived the last four years of her life amongst family. She was a member of the Rebeccas and a member of the Bible Church in Las Vegas. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother; and daughter, Betty Ann Gallegos. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Lee Simpier; her son-in-law Onofre Gallegos; five grandchildren, Mark and Todd Rogers, Erik, Marilyn and Stephen Gallegos; and 13 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Edward Brown and wife, Mary Catherine; her sister-in-law, Ruth Roseberry and husband, James; nieces, Judy Simmons and husband, Randy, Janet Chandler and husband, Don, Karen Wiese and husband, Alex, Kathy Hernandez and husband, Frank; and nephew, Jim Roseberry and wife, Carleen; as well as many great nieces and nephews. Graveside Services will be conducted on Friday, August 3, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. at the Masonic Cemetery in Las Vegas, NM. The family wishes to thank all the many friends and neighbors who have offered love and support through the years. Arrangements are under the direction of the Rogers Mortuary, Las Vegas, NM, 1-800-479-3511 or 505-425-3511.
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CHAVEZ -- Gloria Mae Chavez, our BELOVED sister, sister-in-law, Auntie, GREAT aunt, and GREAT, GREAT aunt passed away suddenly on Monday, July 30, 2007. She had just celebrated her 66th birthday on July 12th. Gloria was born in Albuquerque and lived with her sister, Margaret Garcia and brother-in-law, Arthur Garcia. She is also survived by three nephews, Andy Garcia and his wife, Joann, Vincent Garcia and his wife, Anna, and Richard Garcia; one niece, Elsa De Jong and her husband, Tony; one great-nephew; eight nieces; two great-great-nephews; and two great-great-nieces. Gloria and her BEAUTIFUL smile will be missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be at Daniels Family Funeral Services (formerly Fitzgerald and Son) 3113 Carlisle NE on Thursday, August 2, 2007 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and a memorial on Friday, at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Total Community Care, Alta Mira Respite Services, Share your Care, and/or Atrisco Lights Assisted Living Home c/o of Andy Garcia 7100 Christy NE 87109.
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DI GUISEPPI -- MICHAEL IN COMMERATION OF THE 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LOSS OF MICHAEL DI GUISEPPI AUGUST 2, 2002 I am home in Heaven, dear ones: Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty In this everlasting light. It is difficult to comprehend that five years have passed and yet times seems to have stood still. You will always be on our minds and in our hearts. Te Amos, Michael Claudean, Debra, Rose, Joanne, Tony and the entire Di Guiseppi Family
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DOUGLASS -- Joann C. Douglass, 57, a resident of Albuquerque for 41 years, died Monday, July 30, 2007. She was born in Denver, CO on September 30, 1949. Joann married Ron Douglass in 1966 on Valentines Day. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Ron Douglass; children, Joanna Douglass of San Pedro CA, Ronald Douglass Jr. and John Paul Douglass both of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Ronald Paul Douglass III, Zander Douglass both of Albuquerque, and Tamara Duarta of San Pedro, CA; her brothers, Richard White of Denver CO, Danny White of Cedaredge, CO., and Ronald Robbins White of Tracy, CA. Joann was preceded in death by her sister, Edith Maxwell. She enjoyed camping, fishing and traveling with her husband and family. Services will be held Friday, August 3, 2007, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, August 2, 2007, 4:30 to 7:30. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to American Institute for Cancer Research, 1759 R. Street NW. Attn. 202 Washington, D.C. 20009. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ESCOBEDO -- Lila Escobedo, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, July 30, 2007. She is survived by her daughters, Willadean Gallop and Linda Trujillo; sons, Joseph and Lino Escobedoand; sisters, Jane Ventura and Cirina Grady. Lila was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Escobedo; sister, Lola Romero; and brother, Tommy Aldaz. Lila was born in Lincoln, NM and retired from Fort Bayard State Hospital. Funeral services will be held at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 4:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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FENN -- Elizabeth Fenn, age 95, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2007. She is survived by her daughter, Carol Goodwin and son-in-law, Zane Goodwin; granddaughters, Liesa Milano and Leslie Loeffler; and great-granddaughter, Sadie Rose Loeffler. She was born in Detroit, MI in 1912, and had been a resident of New Mexico since 1990. Most recently, she resided at Laurel Skies Nursing Home. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109 505-821-0010
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FRANCIA -- Eleuterio G. Francia passed away Monday, July 30, 2007 in Albuquerque at the age of 86. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. also at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Burial will follow at the Juan Tomas Cemetery in Juan Tomas, NM. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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GALLEGOS -- Johnny Ray, 56, passed away July 27, 2007 after a long illness at the VA Hospital. He is survived by his children, Johnny Gallegos Jr. and Darlene Gallegos; his mother, Lugie Gallegos; brother, Charles Gallegos; and sister, Viola Carriaga. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 4, 2007, 10:30 a.m. at the Mount Calvery Chapel located in the Mount Calvery Cemetery at 1900 Edith NE.
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GARCIA -- Rosella Garcia, resident of Alameda, NM, went home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, July 29, 2007 in the loving arms of her children and grandchildren. A Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church located on 4th Street and Alameda Blvd, Alameda, NM. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Vista Care Hospice and the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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GONZALES -- Eutimio "Tim" Gonzales Jr. went home to be with the Lord on July 30, 2007 at the age of 64. He was born in Grants, NM to Eutimio Sr. and Socorro Gonzales on October 27, 1942. He was a retired Battalion Chief from the Albuquerque Fire Department, and an Artist. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Phyllis Gonzales; his mother, Socorro Gonzales; his three children, Stephanie Gonzales and husband, Leonard Sedillo, Christine Vigil and husband, Gilbert Vigil, Lenny Gonzales and wife, Victoria Gonzales; his four grandchildren, Michael Sedillo, Andrew Sedillo, Jeremy Sedillo, and Konner Vigil; along with his brother, Steve Gonzales and wife, Dorella; and also by his niece, Jessica and his nephew, Vicenete. He was a beloved Husband, Father, Best Friend and a Hero in his passing. Even in death he was still able to help others by being an organ donor. He will be missed by all. A Memorial Rosary will be held on Friday, August 3, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the 8th Street Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services- Garcia Mortuary. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 4, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church with burial to follow at Mount Calvary. Pallbearers will be Gilbert Vigil, Leonard Sedillo, Lenny Gonzales, and Steve Gonzales. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
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JUAREZ -- Andres Juarez 1919 - 2007 Andres was a resident of Albuquerque who passed on July 30, 2007. Services will be held at St. Annes Catholic Church on Arenal SW Thursday, August 2, 2007 along with a Funeral Mass on August 3, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. Andres is survived by his wife, Carmen Juarez; and his three children, Hermita Correa, Herlinda Herrera, and Tony Juarez; his five grandchildren, Chris and Anthony Juarez, Armando Herrera Jr., Sergio Herrera, and Belinda Morales; along with his ten great-grandchildren: Destiny, Isaac, and Isaiah Juarez, Daniel and David Morales, April and Natalie Herrera, Linda and Ilean Herrera. QUE DESCANSE EN PAZ - PAPA Y ABUELO
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LUJAN -- Antonio Lujan Jr. was born September 11, 1947 and passed away August 1, 2007. A viewing is being held from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at Riverside Funeral Home. A Rosary will follow that day from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Mass will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, on Griegos, on Friday, August 3, 2007 at 11 a.m. The burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
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MALDONADO -- Stephen E. Maldonado, age 34, passed away Monday, July 31, 2007. Stephen was a talented musician. His passion was music and he loved to make people dance. Stephen devoted his life to helping people with special needs. He enjoyed art, food, and cooking. Stephen will be dearly missed and his music will continue to play in our hearts. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, George Moya and Stephen is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Valerie Rael-Maldonado; his parents, Ernest and Vicki Maldonado; grandmothers, Mary B. Moya and "Dillie" Maldonado; brother, Benjamin Maldonado and wife, Andrea; sister-in-law, Rachel Sedillo; nephews, Jonathan Maldonado and "Santos" Sedillo; nieces, Mariah and Victoria Maldonado; god-daughter, Stephanie Sedillo; along with many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of Daniels - Garcia Mortuary, 8th and Stover SW, on Friday, August 3, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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MANCUSO -- Sam T. Mancuso, a longtime Albuquerque resident, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2007. He was a loving spouse, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian; his parents, Santo and Caroline; and two brothers, Mike and Albert. He was born on December 7, 1924 in Hazelton, PA, the second oldest of seven children. Childhood days were spent in Hazelton. He joined the army during WWII, then graduated from ENMU with a BA degree, and was employed by Sandia Laboratories as an accountant until his retirement in 1985. Golf, family and friends were the joys of his life. Sam is survived by his daughters, Carolyn and husband, George, of Clovis, NM, Beverly and husband, Pete, of Plano, TX, Becky and husband, Mark, of Patterson, CA; eight grandchildren, Terri, Michelle B., Sandra, Monica, Renee, Michele S., Mike, Dawn; eleven great-grandchildren, Jesse, Taylor, Hayley, Heather, Marshal, Paige, Connor, Trevor, Tanner, Charlie, and Mattie; four brothers, Frank, Carlo, Alfred, Joe; and a host of other relatives. Cremation will take place and a private interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held on August 3, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to your favorite charity. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87103 (505) 821-0010
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MILLER -- Howard Daniel Miller, born on February 28, 1942 in Ringtown, PA, went home to be with his Lord July 29, 2007. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry K. Miller and Beatrice S. Miller. He is survived by his sister, Johann Moyer from Ringtown, PA; wife, Marguerite Miller, Milan, NM; son, David Miller and Jeannie Morales, Bluewater, NM, Joshua Miller, Columbus, MT, Jenae Miller, Las Vegas, NV, Nathan Morales, Thoreau, NM; daughter: Donna King and husband, Cody of Lubbock, TX, Whitney McCasland, Lubbock, TX; son, Curtis Miller and Danelle Martel, Hondo, NM, Mitchell Miller, Taylor Miller, Lauren Miller, Albuquerque, Anthony Martel, Christiana Martel, Hondo, NM. He was the owner of Miller Supply and High Country Sales in Milan. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church and served as a deacon. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. A public viewing is August 1, 2007 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church. Funeral Services will be Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christian Alliance Outfitters at Kent Creek hunting and summer camps for disabled children.
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MOYA -- Norma Gutierrez Moya, age 37, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, July 27, 2007. Family and friends may visit Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Alameda Mortuary. Funeral Services will be conducted Friday at 1:00 p.m. also in the Chapel. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW 898-3160
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MULLINS -- Joseph S. Mullins July 28, 2007 Joseph S. Mullins, 61, of Red Creek, NY, died Saturday at home. Born in Athens, OH, he was a two year resident of Red Creek and had previously lived in Neptune, NJ. Joe was employed as a freight handler at Home Depot in Clay, NY. He was an Army veteran serving from 1964 to 1988 in Vietnam, Korea and Germany. Joe was predeceased by his parents, Clyde and Dolores Mullins. Surviving are his wife of 35 years, Sandra Mullins of Red Creek; children, Steven Mullins of Albuquerque, NM, Erin Mullins of Hillsborough, NJ and Clyde Mullins of Red Creek; grandchildren, Nicholas, Ayngela and Courtney. A Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. Friday at the family's home, 12210 Duck Lake Road, Red Creek, NY. Contributions in Joe's memory may be made to Hospice of the Finger Lakes, 1130 Corporate Drive, Auburn, NY, 13021 or to Interlakes Foundation, 211 White Spruce Blvd., Rochester, NY, 14623. Foster Funeral Home, Hannibal, NY has charge of arrangements. Foster Funeral Home, Inc. www.fosterfuneralhome.com
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OSWALD -- Gene W. Oswald, age 80, passed away on July 30, 2007. He is survived by his brother, Rollin Oswald; his children, Timothy Gene Oswald, Wendy Magnone, Sandra Jones, Karen Jennings; and seven grandchildren. Gene served in the Navy during World War II. He moved to Albuquerque in 1952 where he worked as a talented graphic artist of the advertising business. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him. Graveside Services will take place Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetary.
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PLATTE -- Richard "Dick" Platte, 85, a resident of Albuquerque for over fifty years, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2007 at Montebello on Academy. Mr. Platte was born on May 23, 1922 to Frederick C. and Margaret (Agnew) Platte of Lake Village, Arkansas. He served in the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Drake University. Mr. Platte was the Chief Financial Officer for J.W. Jones Construction Company for over 35 years. He was an avid golfer and held memberships at both Four Hills Country Club and Albuquerque Country Club. Mr. Platte is predeceased by his wife, Jeanne, in 1990, and his parents. He is survived by his son, Tom, and his wife, Karen, of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Ryan Platte, and Lori, Shawna and Katie Bates; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ricky and Joie Stevens. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 3, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, formerly Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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REAVES -- JAMES E. REAVES 1915 - 2007 James E. Reaves, 92, passed into eternal life on July 31, 2007. His passing is mourned by his wife of 72 years, Muriel "Mims" Reaves; his son, Ralph Reaves and his wife, Jeanette, and their children, Debby, Mark, Greg and Eric; his daughter, Ann Brown and her husband, Terry, and their children, James and Matthew; and his son, Jeff Reaves and his wife, Annette, and their children, Melinda, Jennifer, Eric, Brian and Adam; as well as his "adopted children" - son, Dave and his wife, Kathi, and their children, Turner, Jodi, and Regina, daughter, Marie, and son, Roy and his wife, Becky, and their children, Patte, Dee Dee, Katie, Janie and Jessica. We all mourn his passing from us but we celebrate his life and his passing on into God's loving care. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather and gave his love and guidance to all he encountered. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge for 50 years. He served his country as a Chief Petty Officer in the Navy's newly formed Underwater Demolition Teams (known informally as the "Frogmen" and now known officially as the Navy Seals) in the campaign for the Marshall Islands at Roi Namur and Kwajalein. In 1995 and 2005, the 50th and 60th anniversaries of that campaign, he was honored by the U.S. military in a special ceremony on Kwajalein as a representative of the fighting men who served during that operation (known as Operation Flintlock). His dog tags have become a permanent part of the stained glass mural in the chapel on Kwajalein. He was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Disabled American Veterans. He was a builder and a contractor most of his life. He was a 60-year member of the United Association of Plumbers and Steam Fitters, Associated Mechanical Contractors, and the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Contractors Association. He served as Chief of Building and Grounds and Chief Mechanical Engineer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Munich, Germany; Cheyenne, Wyoming; Great Falls, Montana; Grand Forks, North Dakota; St. Louis, Missouri; Panama Canal Zone; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; and for Raytheon Corporation in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. He also worked for several years for Sandia National Laboratory in Albuquerque. He and his wife, Mims, loved to travel and, in addition to their overseas assignments, they circumnavigated the globe twice. He was most recently a member of Sandia Baptist Church and previously with First Baptist Church of Albuquerque. Cremation and private interment have taken place. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, August 4, 2007, 4:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with Rev. Marvin Capehart officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice Foundation, 8100 Constitution Pl. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, whose services were invaluable to him and his family. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ROMBOLD -- Ida C. (Mom) Rombold, 98, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 30, 2007. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 3, 1909 and has been a resident of Albuquerque since 1972. She was the oldest living member of Metropolitan Community Church of Albuquerque where she was a member since 1982. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Sr.; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sons, Paul and George Jr.; her daughter, Dolores Stream and husband, Larry; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; many friends and a large extended church family. Services will be held at Metropolitan Community Church of Albuquerque, 1103 Texas NE, with the Rev. Judith Maynard officiating on Saturday, August 4, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. There will be a viewing one hour before the Service. Interment will follow the Service at Sunset Memorial Park and there will be refreshments served at the church after the burial. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation of New Mexico, Greater SW Chapter, 1313 East Osborn, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ, 85014. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SANCHEZ -- REGINALDO J. SANCHEZ, July 22, 1927 to August 2, 1997. Dad, today has been 10 years since you left this world to go to a better place. We miss and love you every day you are gone. Until we meet again watch over mom. Love from your family.
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SCHMIDT -- John W. Schmidt, age 81, passed away on Monday, July 30, 2007, in Albuquerque. He is survived by his two daughters, Sherrie Lacey and Judy Tuft, both of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Phillip Saxon, Homer Mellas, April and Amber Hill. John was preceded in death by his wife, Clara Schmidt; his parents, John Schmidt and Maudie Schmelzle-Schmidt; and one son, Charles (Bill) Hill. He was born on September 22, 1925 to John Schmidt and Maudie Schmelzle-Schmidt in Denver, CO. John was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Visitation for John will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, August 2, 2007, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Services will be held on Friday, August 3, 2007, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel with Pastor Lemuel Boyles officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Martin's Hospitality Center, 1201 3rd St. NW, 87102. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SCHULMEISTER -- Jean Ellen Schulmeister, of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, July 27, 2007. Born in Bartlesville, OK, raised in Phillips, TX and graduated from NMSU where she met her husband, Bill. Jean Ellen worked at Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village for 20+ years. She taught Sunday School at First United Methodist Church for eleven years and was active in a local 4-H Club. Jean Ellen played the flute and piccolo at school in orchestra and the symphony. She was preceded in death by her son, Kevin. Jean Ellen is survived by her husband, Bill; daughter, Karen; mother, Ellen Checco; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be held at Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village, 5201 Roma NE, near San Mateo and Lomas, on Monday, August 6, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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TRUJILLO -- Joseph B. Trujillo was called by the Lord on July 17, 2007 while residing in Seattle, Washington. He was preceded in death by his parents, Celestino and Emilia Trujillo. He is survived by sisters, Chris Candelaria and husband, Pete, Mary Lou Baca; nieces, Reina Valdez, Tina Bustos; nephew, Tom Candelaria; Gr. nephews, Chris, Mario Bustos. Rosary will be August 2, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be August 3, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. All services at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Interment will be at Mt. Calvary. Joe, you are in our hearts and prayers.
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WILLIAMS -- Zaida Williams, 75, a longtime resident of Bernalillo, NM, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2007, with her family by her side. Mrs. Williams was born on July 21, 1932 to Victor Daniel and Mildred (Dunman) Lermuseaux in Albuquerque. She married Danny Bob Williams in 1952. She will be remembered for her love for her family, spending time with her grandchildren, arts, crafts, reading the Bible, and gardening. Her hobbies can be summed up in one word, "Work." She was always working. Mrs. Williams also enjoyed her devotion and volunteerism to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Mrs. Williams was predeceased by her husband, Danny Bob, in 1999; her father, Victor Daniel Lermuseaux; and brothers, Gene and Louie Lermuseaux. She is survived by her mother, Mildred Lermuseaux of Bernalillo, NM; children, Danny Williams and his wife, Susan, and Jeanna Griffin and her husband, Tony, all of Bernalillo, NM; grandchildren, Tammy Sloan and her husband, Chris, Travis Griffin, Shannon and Aaron Williams; step-grandchildren, Levi Valdez, Ryan Valdez and his wife, Ahna, and Sonia Gonzales; great-grandchildren, Johnny Tolleson and Hope Sloan; sister Betty Kelley and her husband, Melvin; sister-in-law, Faye Lermuseaux; and incredible friend who she called an adopted son, Roy Johnson and his wife, Cindy. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 3, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 3034 Nativitas Rd., Rio Rancho, NM. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services (formerly Strong-Thorne Mortuary) 1100 Coal Ave. SE 505-842-8800
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