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ANDREWS -- Eleanor Andrews, 90, a native New Yorker, and resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, died Monday, October 1, 2007. She is survived by son, Frank Andrews of Albuquerque; niece, Camille Flores of Hudson, Florida; many other special adopted family members and friends; and her four legged friend, Lexington. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 6, 2007, 1:00 p.m., at the Andrews home to share a meal and memories. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Eleanor's name to the Animal Human Society, 615 Virginia St. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

ANDREWS -- Helen C. Andrews, 83, died September 28, 2007 in Albuquerque. She is survived by her children, Betty Grochowski and husband, Frank, Carol Gilmore and husband, Marty, William Andrews and wife, Julie, Robert Andrews and wife, Terri; 14 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; her sister, Nell Hill and many other family and friends. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Warren; her daughter, Mary; and her parents, Coleman B. and Chloe Pippin and six siblings. Helen was active at Acantilado Vista Retirement Community, enjoyed painting, crafting, preserving fruit jam, and was an excellent seamstress and bookkeeper. She was a loving wife of 42 years, devoted mom, grandmother, great-grandmother and best friend. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, October 3, 2007, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Services will be held Thursday, October 4, 2007, 9:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with burial to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richard Grochowski, Ryan Gilmore, Matthew Andrews, Lauren Gilmore, Warren Andrews and Karen Andrews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Lung Association, 7001 Menaul, NE Suite A-1, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

ARAGON -- Ted J. Aragon, 46, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 7, 2007. Ted was born in El Paso, TX in 1960 but later made his home in Los Lunas, NM. He was employed for several years at Philips Semiconductors in Albuquerque, NM. He loved spending time with his family and friends, the outdoors, and hosting barbeques. His energetic spirit and zest for life will be greatly missed by those he left behind. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Florence and Julian Aragon Sr. and survived by his fiancee, Josielee V. Smith; his two sons, Aydrian V. Aragon and Jericho I. Aragon; his brothers and sisters, Debbie Unzueta, Lulu Hernandez, Julian Aragon Jr., Diane Wingo, Cyndi Wassman, David Aragon, Misty Murdock; and many other loving family members. Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe located at 3647 Hwy 47 in Peralta, NM on Friday, October 5, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Mass will follow on Saturday, October 6, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to "The Ted Aragon Memorial Fund" at any Bank of America location.
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

ARCHIBEQUE -- Ernest Archibeque born on July 14, 1917 of Old Town, Albuquerque went into the arms of Jesus Christ on Saturday, September 29, 2007. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, October 3, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October, 4, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. also at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church with interment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Funeral Services entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

BACA -- LEVI E. In loving memory Levi E. Baca November 15, 1921 - October 3, 2004
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

BACKERMAN -- Stephen B. Backerman, 49, of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2007. Born in Atlanta, GA, he had been a local resident for many years. Mr. Backerman was preceded in death by his mother, Corrine Snell. Stephen is survived by his loving family, wife, Susan Backerman; father, Dr. Henry Snell; sisters and a brother, Jennifer (Joe) Blohm, Melissa (Ray) Wheeler and Jeff (Beverly) Backerman; and also a niece and two nephews. A Memorial Service will be celebrated at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 5, 2007, at the Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87109, 505-344-0880. Arrangements are being entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd. SE Rio Rancho, NM, 87124 505- 891-9192
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

BERLINT-BIGGAR -- Mae Berlint-Biggar, age 79, passed away on September 28, 2007. She is survived by her spouse; two sons; several grand- and great-grandchildren. Also, survived by Michael Berlint Sr. and spouse, Jessica
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

BRENNAND -- Sue Ann "Mimi" Brennand of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2007, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born to Loubert and Fay Moyers in Dallas, TX. Mrs. Brennand was a retired school teacher of 25 years having taught in Dallas, TX and Santa Fe, NM. She attended The University of Texas in Austin, and received her Master's Degree from S.M.U in Dallas. She was highly involved in the Chi Omega Sorority/Alumni during the '60s and '70s, along with the Highland Park PTA. She was member of St. Mark's On the Mesa Episcopal Church and a former member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, where she was involved with the Altar Guild. She was an active volunteer with the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and was instrumental in implementing "The Sunshine Bags", as well as a volunteer at Kaseman Hospital. Surviving are her husband, Paul; her children, Amy Martinez and her husband, Vince of Albuquerque, Kevin Green and his wife, Cynthia of Dallas, TX; step-children, Aimee Gagnon and her husband, Rob of Littleton, CO, Jill Hume and her husband, Ryan of Phoenix, AZ, Molly Brennand of Santa Fe, NM; grandchildren, William, Megan, Ashley, and Natalie of Albuquerque, Ben, Jenna and Caroline of Dallas, TX; step-grandchildren, Hannah, Charlotte, Grace, and Davis of Phoenix, AZ; her brother, Reese Moyers and his wife, Julie of Fort Worth, TX; several brothers, and sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, October 4, 2007, at 2:00 p.m., at St. Mark's On the Mesa Episcopal Church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends and relatives may meet with the family Wednesday, October 3, 2007 from 6-8 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 92110, Albuquerque, NM 87199-2110. French Mortuary, Inc 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

CHAPIN -- Kelly Elizabeth Chapin passed away on September 27, 2007 at the age of 34. Her incredible beauty was unsurpassed. A gentle, sweet and courageous spirit, her heart beat strong, pumped by immense resilience, compassion and unconditional love. Her contagious smile and laughter could light-up the universe and will continue to do so with every loving thought of her. She is survived by her mother, Elizabeth Lovato-Chapin; her brother, Ryan Chapin; father, Ronald Chapin; her grandfather, Abel Lovato; and grandmother, Janie Chapin; along with numerous family members and friends. Private services for the family will be held at a later date. Kelly, we love you - Diosa Luna RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007

EASTWOOD -- Joseph Eastwood, 86, of Sandia Park, NM, went home to be with our Lord on September 29, 2007. Joseph was born on February 15, 1921, in Lowell, MA, to Frank and Elizabeth Hannah Eastwood. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Grace Loveland Eastwood; three children, Joanne Willett and husband, Frank, of Morris, OK, Matthew Eastwood and wife, Ramona, of Albuquerque, NM, and Nancy Eastwood of Walla Walla, WA; 11 grandchildren, Lisa, Frank Jr., Emile Jr., Mark, Jennifer, Joseph, Sarah, Christopher, Raina, Daniel, and Lincoln; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Elizabeth Moore of Hiddenite, NC; many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and loving friends. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Elizabeth; one daughter, Susan Elizabeth Eastwood; one son, Frank Andrew Eastwood; and his twin brother, Frank Eastwood Jr. Joe was a kind, loving, compassionate man, who was always willing to help where he saw a need- he never met a stranger. Most knew him by his collection of hat pins and his carved pipe and beard. Joseph served for the United States Army/Air Force, in WWII, from January 1942- January 1946, stationed in Burma, India. A visitation will be held Wednesday, October 3, 2007 from 5:00-9:00 p.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, with a Graveside Service at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, on Thursday, October 4, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held at Joshua's Vineyard, at the corner of Zuni Ave and Dallas, in Albuquerque, NM, on Sunday, October 7, 2007. Pallbearers will include Matthew Eastwood, Francesco Garcia, Joseph Garding, Daniel Eastwood, Lincoln Eastwood, and Teirnan Garding; Honorary Pallbearers are King Nelson and Mark Chavez. Services are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services formerly Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Wed October 03, 2007