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FLORES -- Jose Flores was born April 23, 1920 and passed away September 18, 2007. Mr. Flores's Services are to be concluded by his family in Mexico. Arrangements in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
        Published on: Sun September 23, 2007

FRY -- Dwayne Richard Fry, 80, of Albuquerque, died unexpectedly on Monday, September 17, 2007. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Virginia; daughter, Kathy; two sons, Scott (Debbie) and Charles (Miguela); nine grandchildren, Seth, Ryan, Tarah, Sean, Michael, Daniel, Joel, Scott, Will; and his brother, Wendell (Rose). Dwayne was born and grew up in Naperville, IL, served in the Navy during WW II, and graduated from the University of Illinois. He and Virginia moved to Albuquerque in 1951, to start a position at Sandia Labs. In 1958 he joined F.Y. Gates Company as an Electronic Instrumentation Sales Rep, eventually owning the company which he renamed Fry Gates. A man of great humor and honor, some of Dwayne's proudest accomplishments were: achieving Eagle rank in Boy Scouts, spending two summers as a teenager working in the Rockies, serving his country in the Navy, being a member of Masonic Lodge 68, running his own sales rep business, and being an active member of Asbury Methodist Church for more than 50 years. Dwayne had many loves, all readily apparent to everyone that knew him - of course, his beloved Jinny and family, fishing, bowling, sharing coffee with friends, and exploring New Mexico. Dwayne lived by his heart with open arms; he will be sorely missed. There will be a private Funeral for the family. A Memorial Service, open to all, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 29, 2007, at Asbury Methodist Church. Should friends desire, memorial contributions can be made in Dwayne's memory to Asbury United Methodist Church, 10000 Candelaria NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun September 23, 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. at 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: Sun September 23, 2007

GALLEGOS -- Robert (Bob) P. Gallegos, born June 30, 1941 passed away peacefully Thursday, 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: Sun September 23, 2007

GARCIA -- JUANITA The family of Mrs. Juanita Garcia would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Father John, St. Anne Catholic Church, presider of the Mass, to the Legion of Mary for reciting the Rosary, to Presbyterian Hospice for their kindness and care, and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
        Published on: Sun September 23, 2007

GARDNER -- Gloria Lila Gardner, 84, of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, September 22, 2007. Funeral Service arrangements are pending. Shiva will be held at the home of Fern Ilene Gardner, 379 W. Antelope Circle SE, Albuquerque, 87123. Arrangements entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Service 1100 Coal Ave. Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Sun September 23, 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: Sun September 23, 2007

GOSNELL -- VIRGINIA K. With her accustomed grace and dignity, Virginia "Gina" K. Gosnell departed this life on September 12, 2007. She was born March 11, 1923, in Cambridge, MA to A. T. "Bud" Kelly and Virginia Whitmore. She lived her allotted 84 years with style, curiosity, compassion and wide ranging interests. She received her early education at Ashley Hall in Charleston, South Carolina and completed her undergraduate studies at Smith College in Northhampton, MA. She also did graduate work at the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania State University and Southern Methodist University. Gina began her teaching career in history and geography with the Highland Park School District in Dallas, TX and continued teaching at several locations in Pennsylvania. The love of her life, James L. Gosnell, became her life partner on November 23, 1946. They celebrated their 60th anniversary with a small private party in November 2006. During World War II, Gina volunteered to serve her country and joined the Navy Waves (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service). She was stationed in Washington, D.C. and worked as a code breaker. She had studied French and Russian and served as a Russian translator. She also was assigned to help break Japanese codes. She had marvelous tales to tell of those hectic, war-torn years and her work. She served in the WAVES from June 1, 1944 to June 22, 1946. The Gosnells made their homes in Pennsylvania - primarily in the Ridgway area - as well as Dallas, TX and Albuquerque, NM. To be near their daughter, Helen Gosnell MacKay, they moved to Billings two years ago and made their home at Westpark Village. In keeping with her husband and daughter's interest in horses, Gina became a horsewoman and they traveled to horse shows around the country. She also was her son's first passenger after he acquired his pilot's license at age 16. She adored dogs and kept an active interest in her many canine friends, especially her dog, Blue. Gina never lost her love of knowledge and was an avid reader. She and her husband worked as Friends of the Library in Albuquerque for many years. She was always surrounded by good books and had a talent for scouting out obscure authors and following their careers into the limelight. Until her health began to decline, Gina wanted to actively "explore" her world. In her later years, she again relied on her books to take her to adventurous places where her feet could not go. Her sincere interest in others constantly drew more friends to her so they could bask in her warmth, compassion and graciousness. She never left a letter unanswered or a thank you note unwritten. She was always intently interested in the everyday occurrences in the lives of her friends. Gina was the embodiment of a genteel woman with a whim of iron! She faced many critical health issues in her life and met them all with courage and bravery. She is celebrated by her husband, James L. Gosnell of Billings, MT; her daughter, Helen Gosnell MacKay and her special friend, Tony Duke, of Red Lodge, MT; her son, Jim Gosnell of Park City, UT; and her granddaughter, Kaitlin Kelly Clarke and her husband, Daniel, of Dallas, TX. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. If friends choose to remember Gina, the family suggests memorials to Rocky Mountain Hospice, 2110 Overland Avenue, Suite 111, Billings, MT 59102 or Red Lodge Friends of the Library, P.O. Box 1068, Red Lodge, MT 59068.
        Published on: Sun September 23, 2007

GRAFF -- JOSEPH WILLIAM Remember Me Remember Me, to the living, I am gone. To sorrowful, I will never return. To the angry, I was cheated. But to the happy, I am at peace. And to the faithful, I have never left. I cannot be seen, but I can be heard. When you look upon a mountain gazing at the beautiful scenes... remember me. As you look upon a beautiful flower and admire its simplicity- remember me. Fill not your hearts with pain and sorrow, but remember me in every tomorrow. Remember me in your heart, your thoughts and your memories of the time we loved, the time we cried, the time we fought, and the time we laughed. Or if you always think of me, I will have never gone. So dry your eyes and... remember me, for I will always be there with "you" In loving memory of Joseph William Graff September 19, 1970 - August 6, 2007 Happy Birthday Joe
        Published on: Sun September 23, 2007

GREGORY -- Harold Judson Gregory, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Friday, September 21, 2007. He was born April 15, 1921 in Weatherford, TX. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Philo Mae Gregory. He is survived by his children, Phyllis Anne Merritt and husband, Jack T., of Waco, TX, Judith Marie Littleton and husband, James, of Silver City, NM and James Lawrence Gregory and wife, Megan, of Mule Creek, NM; grandchildren, Gregory Scott and Travis Adam Merritt and David Judson and Meghan Kathleen Gregory; brothers, James F Gregory and wife, Shirley of Dallas, TX, John W. Gregory of North Bend, OR; and sister, Jane McMinn of Houston, TX; and numerous nephews, nieces and friends. Mr. Gregory attended El Paso College of Mines and Metallurgy (UTEP). He worked at Sandia National Labs for 29 years. Prior to that he had worked for Continental Motors in Dallas, TX, making aircraft engines, been a ranch foreman, and worked in research and development at Philips Petroleum in Bartlesville, OK. Mr. Gregory was a member of Sandia Baptist Church. He had taught 10 year-old boys in Sunday school and served many years as a church usher, and worked with Meals on Wheels. He loved his family, the outdoors and working with his hands. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, September 25, 2007, 4:00 p.m. at Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution Ave. NE, with Rev. Garland Peek officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Sandia Baptist Church Missions Fund, 9429 Constitution Ave., NE 87112. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun September 23, 2007