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CRESPIN -- RUDY JOSEPH JUDE HAPPY BIRTHDAY RUDY It seems like four years is a long time, but to me it seems like it was just yesterday. The pain and sadness of not having you here is constant. Some days are harder than others and it is still very hard to speak of you and all the joy you brought us without tears. Your Birthday is one of those days. We will forever love and miss you. Hugs and Kisses! Mom, Dad, Betts and Pat
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

DAWN -- Darlene Harris Dawn, 69, a pianist and longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, September 7, 2007. She is survived by her husband, David Dawn of Albuquerque; daughters, Rachel Harris Mazzulbo of Phoenix and Jennifer Harris Cassin of Baton Rouge, LA; sons, Jay Harris of Phoenix and Doug Harris of London; her mother, Dorothy Landry of Baton Rouge; sisters, Jan Bonham of Mississippi and Kathy Wang of Houston, TX; brother, Lynden Landry of Florida; grandchildren, Ben and Olivia Cassin; nieces, Karen Johnson, Dorothy Wang, Laura Landry; nephews, Harley and John Bonham, Philip Wang, Hank and Paul Landry. Darlene was a professional pianist and music teacher for 50 years, and was principal keyboardist with the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra. Her love for life and music touched all who knew her. She will be profoundly missed by all. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, September 22, 2007, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Road NE 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

FRIEDBERG -- Opal Maxine Friedberg, 87, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Monday, September 17, 2007. She was born July 5, 1920 in Dix, NE to William Albert Gunderson and Carrie Louise Kronberg Gunderson. She is survived by two sons, Eugene K. Friedberg and wife, Beth of Wichita, KS and Donald W. Friedberg and wife, Rebecca of Albuquerque. She is survived by grandsons, Michael, Jason, Matthew, David, and Kevin; granddaughters, Laura and Kaylee; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Karl Morton Friedberg in 1982 and son, Robert Allen Friedberg in 2004. Opal graduated from Chadron State College with a Bachelor of Science Degree and from the University of New Mexico with a Master's Degree in Library Science. Services will be held Saturday, September 22, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Friends may visit on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until time of Services. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

FUENTES -- BEN SR. Mr. Ben (Scootie) Fuentes Sr., 79, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 21, 2007. Mr. Fuentes is survived by two sons, Ben Fuentes Jr. and wife, Rosa Maria, and Ray Fuentes Sr. and wife, Jene; two sisters, Shelia Marino and Rosalie Tafoya and husband, Mike; two brothers, Jerry Garcia and Leroy Valles and fiance, Chris Armijo; four grandchildren, Ben Fuentes III and wife, Elena, Nitika Fuentes, Ray Fuentes Jr. and wife, Elizabeth and Gabriel Fuentes and fiancee, Gracie Telles; two great-grandchildren, Nicholas Ray Fuentes and Gabriel Izaak Fuentes; his close friend, Tomas; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Fuentes was a member of the Catholic Church and a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in WWII in Army Air Forces Base Unit. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 25, 2007 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. a the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper Ave. NW, Father Edmundo Rodriguez, presider. Committal service by Deacon Juan Martinez will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with Military honors. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

GALLEGOS -- Robert (Bob) P. Gallegos, born June 30, 1941 passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, September 20, 2007. Beloved Son of Onofre and Margaret Gallegos and third eldest of fourteen siblings. Born in Las Vegas, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his sisters, Julia Gallegos, Patricia Gallegos Davis; and his brother, Mark Gallegos; two nephews, Steve Naranjo, and Douglas Davis. He is survived by his sisters, Avelina Gallegos Naranjo and husband, Nick, Rita Gallegos Baca and husband, Mark, Priscilla Gallegos Rael/Toti, and husband, Carl, Lorraine Gallegos Drake and husband, Tony, Loretta Gallegos Chavez and husband, Joseph, MaryAnn Gallegos Carreon; brothers Onofre Gallegos, John Gallegos and wife, Brenda, Michael Gallegos and wife, Rhonda, David Gallegos and wife, Linda. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Bob was a loyal, honest, and loving son, brother, uncle, and friend. He graduated from Robertson High School in Las Vegas, NM, and from The Engineer Design School of Denver. He worked for several Oil Companies, Engineering Firms, and Pacific Air Industries (aerial photography and photogrammetry) in Long Beach, CA. Bob was a natural, talented and gifted athlete in all sports Baseball, Football, Basketball, Track, Even at marbles, sling shot, bow and arrow and billiards. He never met a person he could not strike up a good conversion with; our loss is heavens gain the Lord is Smiling. We will miss you most dearly Brother. His life will be celebrated first with a viewing at 5-7 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m. on Monday, September 24, 2007 at the French Mortuary Chapel. Mass will be held on Tuesday, September 25, 2007, 10 a.m. at the Risen Savior Catholic Church, 7701 Wyoming NE, followed by Interment at the Gates of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eric Gallegos, Steven Gallegos, Walter Davis, Kenny Drake, Marcello Baca, Joseph Chavez, Damian Gallegos, and David Gallegos Jr. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

GENTRY -- Mae Belle Gentry - The best mother in the world! Born September 26, 1914, she passed away Thursday, September 20, 2007. Mae Belle was a long-time employee of the State of New Mexico, retiring from the Insurance Department of the Corporation Commission. She was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church for many years. Mae Belle was preceded in death by her husband, Paul V. Gentry; son-in-law, Don E. Holcomb; and great-grandson, J.V. Gentry. She is survived by her four children, George V. Gentry and wife, Tommy; daughters, Ila Rae Holcomb, Lu Ann Van DeValde and husband, Terry, Jo Lene Gomez and husband, Chris; as well as her sister, Rae Kuykendal of Tres Piedras. Mae Belle is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at St. John's United Methodist Church, 1200 Old Pecos Trail in Santa Fe, on Monday, September 24, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. A short reception will follow. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

GONZALES -- SERAFIN The Family of Serafin Gonzales would like to give a special Thank You, to Nobel Cisco, Bank of America. The girls at Moriarty M.V.D. all of the grandkids and family and friends that cooked food that were supportive at our time of great loss. Thank You and May God Bless You all. The Family of Serafin Gonzales
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

GRAY -- Richard Alan (Al) Gray died Wednesday evening, September 19, 2007 at Presbyterian Hospital, Albuquerque. Al was born May 6, 1930, in Topeka, KS, to Mary Manrose Gray and Anson L. Gray. He grew up in Hiawatha, KS graduating from Baker University in1953, and from the University of Kansas Medical School in 1957. He interned at Bernalillo County Hospital, Bernalillo, NM. 1958-1959. Al and Shirley A. Gould were married December 19, 1954. They celebrated their 50th anniversary with family and many friends on December 19, 2004. From 1958 - 1961, Al Gray and Otis Mosley, M.D. were partners in Family Practice, Albuquerque. He did an ophthalmology residency at Denver General Hospital, Denver, CO. from 1961-1965. He and his family returned to Albuquerque where he practiced from 1965 -1998. The Gray's have resided since Al's retirement in their lovely home on the beautiful coast in San Carlos, Mexico. Family and many of the Gray's wonderful friends have had the pleasure of visiting the Grays in San Carlos. Al is survived by the love of his life, Shirley; two sons, Dirk and daughter-in-law, Lois of Santa Fe; and son, Greg of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Derek, Brittney, Kelley, Bianca, and Giovanna; sister and brother-in-law, Carole and Denny Storer of Hastings, NE; and sister-in-law, Sherry Gould. The family is asking, in lieu of flowers, that memorials should be made out to Rescate Services, Inc., a tax exempt organization, and mailed to Greg Gray, 5713 Rio Mimbres, Rio Rancho, NM, 87144. Rescate de San Carlos is the Medical Emergency Rescue Service for San Carlos. Al is the immediate past president of Rescate; both he and Shirley have volunteered many hours to Rescate. A Celebration of Life will be held at Marriott Pyramid Hotel, 5151 San Francisco St. at 3 p.m.
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

HERRERA -- Ann Herrera, age 57, passed away on Monday, September 3, 2007 with her loving family at her bedside. She was a loving Mother, Nana and Aunt. She will be greatly missed by her family. Per her request, cremation has taken place. Services for Ann and her father, Perfecto will be held together at Holy Family Church. On Monday, September 24, 2007, a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, September 25, 2007, a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Private Interment for Ann will be held at a later date. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007

HERRERA -- Perfecto Herrera, age 86, passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his bedside on Sunday, September 16, 2007. He is survived by a son, George Herrera; daughter, Shawntel Herrera; daughter-in-law, Regina Herrera; granddaughters, Suzanne Herrera and husband, Ralphie Martinez, Julie Glass and husband, Don, JoNell Sanchez and husband, William Duran and JeNee' Chinn and husband, Brian; great-grandchildren, Sammy, Jeremy, Jaselynn, Julianna, Jacob, Victoria, Isabella and Mateo. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Ann Herrera on Monday, September 3, 2007 and his wife, Cecelia Herrera in 1996. He was the last living of his nine brothers and five sisters. Perfecto was a loving, kind-hearted man. He will be greatly missed by his family. Services for Perfecto and his daughter, Ann will be held together at Holy Family Church on Monday, September 24, 2007 beginning with a viewing at 6:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 8:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass being celebrated a 9:00 a.m. Interment for Perfecto will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sat September 22, 2007