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BAIRD -- John (Jack) Baird - Born April 8, 1938, passed away peacefully Thursday, December 6, 2007 surrounded by his loving family. He moved to Albuquerque in 1985 where he opened a Meineke shop with his brother, Jim Macken. Besides his family, he had the greatest love for stock cars and racing. He is survived by his beloved wife, Cecelia and his five children - Kathy Cipriani, Henry Herris, Johnny Herris and his wife, Debbie, Eddie Baird and his wife, Sandi, James Robert Baird; and his brothers, Robert Macken and his wife, Patty, James Macken and his wife, Grace; grandchildren - Johnny, Jenniffer, Kyle, Kelly, Tuesdaye, Bubba, Aaron, Christy, Sara, and Holly. Visitation will be on Sunday, December 9, 2007 between 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Services will be held on Monday, December 10, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations to St. Jude's Children Hospital, Memorial and Honor Program, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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CLARK -- Willard D. Clark, 82, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, December 3, 2007. He is survived by his sister, Margaret Clark; brother, Paul Clark and wife, Marty; nieces, Terry Fanning and husband, Jerry, Roni Harness, Jerri Kendall and husband, Jim, Donna Martinez and husband, Mitchell; nephew, James Gardner; and several other extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Frederica Clark; and brothers, Ward Clark, and Gene Clark. Willard worked at Sandia National Labs for 32 years and retired in 1983. He served in the US Army Medical Corp. during World II in China, India and Burma. He spent much of his free time reading and painting in watercolor and oils. Friends and family may visit Monday, December 10, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Chapel. Services will be held Tuesday, December 11, 2007, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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GALLEGOS -- Laura Candice Gallegos. The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who attended the Rosary and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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GODIN -- Alberta Corrine Godin, 72, of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday December 4, 2007. Corrine was survived by her husband of 55 years, Joe. Also surviving are sons, Marty (Donna) Godin of Brooklyn MI, Phil (Kathy) Godin of West Mineral KS, and Mike (Tammy) Godin of Albuquerque NM; grandchildren, Alishia (Nick) Rooney, Evan and Madison Godin; a sister, Josephine (Bill) Crain and family of KS; along with many other family members. Corrine's lifetime passions included sewing, cooking, traveling, and caring for her family, friends and grandchildren, and her beloved dog, Gigi. Corrine was an inspiration to all who knew her, she will be missed by all who knew and love her. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Road NW, Albuquerque NM 87114. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Arthritis Foundation of NM, P.O. Box 30846 Albuquerque, NM 87190 505-867-7430 www.arthritis.org/donate. French Mortuary Westside Chapel 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
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HOLMES -- Imogene Holmes, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2007. Born to parents James and Bernice Wright, in Shreveport, LA, on December 27, 1925, Imogene moved to Albuquerque, NM, over 50 years ago, where she was a longtime member of God's House Church. She is survived by her children, Leroy, James Gary, Darlene, and Carey Holmes, of Albuquerque, and Lawrence Holmes, of Rio Rancho; eight grandchildren; sister, Tina Calbert and husband, Tommy; and brother, Curtis Wright. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 9, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Funeral Services on Monday, December 10, at 11:00 a.m.; both services will be held at God's House Church, 2335 Wyoming Blvd NE, with Bishop Michael Shelby officiating. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800 www.danielsfuneral.com
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HUNT -- Neil James Hunt, 70, an Albuquerque resident since 1961, died at home Tuesday, December 4, 2007. He is survived by his wife, Karen Hunt; son, Warren Hunt and fiancee, Diana Daleo; grandchildren, Andrew and Hayley Hunt, Owen and Ethan Daleo; daughter, Suzanne Hunt and husband, Andy Gredell; daughter, Sandra Gardner and husband, Justin; brother, Brevard and wife, Norma Hunt and their children, David and Dottie; and other family, Lynne Hunt and Eric Martinez. Neil was preceded in death by his sister, Anne Marie Cashion. Neil and Karen met and married in Macon, Georgia, and moved to Albuquerque as newlyweds in 1961. He discovered his love for computers in 1967 and has met small businesses' computer needs until his death. Neil loved his family and in his soft-spoken way had a major impact on those around him with his upbeat attitude, abundant energy, and friendly disposition. Neil enjoyed being the goodwill ambassador to his neighbors. Neil's strong ethical principles, his persistence, tenacity, and consistency challenged and inspired us all to live to a higher standard. His mind was always activegenerating ideas for himself and others. He had the mind of an inventor, creating fun and useful items such as his famous shock box that has provided family and friends with hours of entertainment. His hobby was home building; his home was an ongoing construction project for 35 years. Neil enjoyed the love of his family, friends, neighbors and co-workers and the great sadness we feel now will be eased by our fond memories of him. Services will be held Saturday, December 8, 2007, 2:00 pm, at First United Methodist Church, 4th St. & Lead Ave, with Rev David Okerberg officiating. Norma and Dottie Hunt, sister-in-law and niece to Neil, will provide music. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, Monday, December 10, 2007, at 10:00 am. Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Services of NM Foundation, PO Box 51735, Albuquerque, NM 87181-1735. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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JONES -- Nita Joyce Stout Jones, 60, was born to Velma and John Stout on September 2, 1947, in Dodge City, KS, and departed life from lung cancer on December 5, 2007. In 1952, the Stout family moved from Beeler, KS, to a farm south of Matheson, CO. Nita attended the Matheson Elementary School and later graduated from the Big Sandy School District in Simla, CO. After attending Western State College in Gunnison, CO for 2 years, she moved to Denver with college friends. She worked at Children's Hospital for 4 years before beginning a career at CH2MHILL in 1973. She was an administrative assistant in the Denver office for 8 years and then transferred to the Albuquerque office in 1981, where she worked as a project assistant until her death. Nita is survived by her husband, Dale of Albuquerque, NM; sister, Gayle Bator and husband, Dan, also of Albuquerque; great-niece, Anabella DeLoach and father, Mark of Vashon, WA; mother-in-law, Barbara Jones of Safford, AZ; and numerous family members in KS. Immediate family members that departed life before Nita were father and mother, John and Velma Stout, and niece Dana Engstrom DeLoach. Nita enjoyed animals, reading, sports, fishing, camping, and sightseeing. Most of all she loved visiting with family and friends. A Celebration of Nita's life will be held at the Prairie Star Restaurant at the Santa Ana Pueblo, NM, on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Nita would have preferred that donations be made to the American Heart Association (American Heart Association National Center, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231 or www.americanheart.org) or the charity of your choice.
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KENNE -- Tony (Tex) Edward Kenne, age 44, died in his sleep Tuesday, November 20, 2007 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was born February 23, 1963, in Houston, Texas to Eckwald and Shirley Kenne. Tony is survived by his husband/partner of 17 years, Bruce Skidmore of Santa Fe, NM; mother, Shirley Kenne of Flynn, TX; grandmother, Freida Schmidt of Karnes City, TX; brother, Dwayne Kenne of Flynn, TX; sister, Deana Drake of North Zulch, TX; uncle, David Kenne of Houston, TX; aunts, Jackie Peterson of North Zulch, TX and Vivian Wheelis of Alma, GA; nephews, Chadd Kenne of Temple, GA and Chance Mandrell of North Zulch, TX; and nieces, Mindy Woodard of Willis, TX, Misty Williams of Willis, TX, Crystal Smith of Conroe, TX and Danielle Kenne of Flynn, TX; as well as numerous great nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Eckwald Kenne; grandfathers, Waldeman Kenne and Caney Brown; grandmother, Bula Pauline Berry; and nephew, Dwayne Dale Kenne, Jr. Those who met him were drawn to him by his warm and caring personality. To Tony, everyone was family. Tony gave to the community as much as he was able, which was never enough for him. His love of life and wonderful smile will always be with us. Memorial Services will be held Saturday (December 8, 2007) 2 p.m. at the Hotel Plaza Real Santa Clara Meeting Room 125 Washington Avenue Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name to the charitable organization of your choice.
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KENNEDY -- Colquitt Alexander Kennedy - Communion Service of remembrance and blessing for Reverend Dr. C.A. (Doc) Kennedy, who passed away on November 15, 2007, will be held Saturday, December 8, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at the Church of The Good Shepherd UCC, 7834 Tennyson St. NE. Please call 856-1004 for information. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church, 7834 Tennyson St. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87122 or to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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KROKER -- Dorothy V. Kroker, 86, passed away on Monday, December 3, 2007. She is survived by her children, George Kroker and wife, Leslie of LaCrosse, WI, Linda Bianchi and husband, Roy, of Sleepy Hollow, IL, Jeanne Guerdrum and husband, George, of Albuquerque, NM, and Kathleen Fleshren and husband, Bruce of Mascoutah, IL; seven grandchildren, Jonathan Guerdrum, Geoffrey Guerdrum, Louis Bianchi, Anna Bianchi, Molly Kroker, Elizabeth Kroker, and Kristi Kroker; and several other relatives and friends. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Fannie Prior. She was born on March 20, 1921 in Toledo, Ohio. Dorothy served in the Armed Forces in WWII. She was an Army Nurse at the 20th General Hospital in India. Later, in 1968, she moved with her family to Albuquerque. She then began work at the VA Hospital as a nurse. Dorothy worked there until her retirement in 1989. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Monday, December 10, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Ennichement of cremated remains will take place at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MURRAY-REILLY -- B. Louise Dr. B. Louise Murray-Reilly, a former Dean of the School of Nursing the University of New Mexico died Friday, November 30, 2007 in Albuquerque. She was 90 years old. Survivors include her nephews, Bruce Harmon of Corvallis, OR and Richard Walker of Scottsdale, AZ; niece, Karen Harmon of Albuquerque; her special friend, Elsie Morosin; and many other friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Neal and Theresa Murray; and her three sisters, Mary Francis Parrott, Kathleen Walker, and Eileen Harmon; and two nephews, Daniel "Kim" Harmon and Nick Harmon. Dr. Louise Murray-Reilly was born April 9, 1917 in Portland, OR as the fourth daughter of Neal Vincent and Theresa Lugar Murray. She attended school in Portland and graduated from Grant High School. She continued her education at the University of Portland as a member of its first nursing class. In 1938, she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.S. in Nursing. In 1950, she received a Master's of Nursing from the University of Washington and in 1962, she was awarded her Doctorate of Education from Columbia University in New York. Prior to coming to New Mexico and UNM in the fall of 1969, Dean Murray-Reilly progressed through the academic ranks to Professor and Director, Maternal and Child Nursing at University of Washington in Seattle, WA. She also held a joint appointment as Instructor and Supervisor of the Pediatric Unit at King County Hospital and Instructor of Nursing at the Child Health Center, University of Washington. She also had experience as a staff nurse and head nurse in both Oregon and California. Her love was the teaching of nursing and being in the classroom with her students. Dr. Murray-Reilly became the Dean of the College of Nursing in the fall of 1969. In an interview before leaving this position, she was asked to name one of the highlights of her career and she replied, "It would have to be the satisfaction of seeing a new nursing facility designed to accommodate an innovative curriculum become a reality." Together she and the Dean William Hadley of the College of Pharmacy were instrumental in procuring funding for the construction of the much needed Nursing and Pharmacy Building which finally become a reality in 1975. Dr. Murray-Reilly served as the Dean of the College of Nursing for seven years. In 1978, following a year sabbatical, Dr. Murray-Reilly returned to her principal love of teaching. She retired as professor emeritus in 1982. Louise was an integral part in the guidance of the Republic of the Philippines in the development of its pediatric nursing program. She published extensively and was a respected member, both locally and nationally, of the nursing community. She was a member of many professional organizations, including Sigma Theta Tu, Gamma Sigma Chapter at the University of New Mexico, American Association of Nursing, the New Mexico Nurses' Association, the Visiting Nurses Association, and the Advisory Board for the Rape Crisis Center. After retirement, she met Joseph Reilly and they were married in August 1988. Louise and Joe spent their years together traveling. Joe passed away November 1993. They were very active members of The Church of the Risen Savior. Louise lived at an independent living facility before moving to Montebello on Academy in July 2003. A Mass in her honor will be held Friday, December 7, 2007, 9:00 a.m., at John XXIII, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE. A Celebration of her life will be held Tuesday, December 11, 2007, at 1:00 p.m., at Montebello on Academy, 10500 Academy NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, 87111 or to the Albuquerque Community Foundation, P.O. Box 36960, Albuquerque, 87176-6960. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SIERRA -- Joseph H. Sierra, 60, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, December 5, 2007. He and his memories will live on forever through his loving wife of 40 years, Joy of Albuquerque; son, Jason Sierra and wife, Renee of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Paris and Mikayla; daughter, Jennifer Sanchez and husband, Nathan of Albuquerque; mother, Leonides Sierra; sister, Sister Margaret Sierra; brother, Arthur Sierra; nephews, Marcus Sierra, Arthur Jr. Sierra; nieces, Dina Hardaway, Sera Sierra and Tabitha Sierra; as well as numerous other nieces, nephews and many cherished and amazing friends He was a proud Vietnam Veteran who served in the 1st Air Calvary division in 1967 and 1968 during the Tet offensive. Joe was known as the "Gunfighter" to the painting community, a great Little League coach to many young men in our community, storyteller to his RV'ing friends, and a life long homing pigeon fancier, who stole his first pair of pigeons at the age of 13 from Earl Tonkinson. He will be remembered and cherished forever by many. He has entered into his final vision quest and passed with the dignity and machisimo he prayed for and demanded. His family would like to invite you to our family home on Saturday, December 8, 2007 for a celebration of his life and memories at 10:00 a.m. To be held outside with his homing pigeons with an open house to be held throughout the day. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Sandia National Laboratories, FCU, P.O. Box 23040 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87192-1040. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SMITH -- Henrietta Smith March 25, 2006 In Loving Memory on your "BIRTHDAY" Your ninos - Louie and Arlene
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WILSON -- Angela Sanchez Wilson passed away peacefully and gracefully on November 17, 2007 at her home in Lancaster, CA with family and loved ones by her side. Angela was born November 3, 1959 in Albuquerque. She is survived by her parents: Eusebio Sanchez Jr. and Geraldine Kirkpatrick; her loving husband, Chris Wilson; her children, Mark Denham and wife Shannon; daughters Marisa Denham and Britany Wilson; her sisters Carolyne Tomlin, Lisa Gancharrow and her husband Frank; her brother Todd; grandchildren Brooke and Brodie Denham; and numerous relatives and friends in California and New Mexico. Angela was very dedicated to her family. Her grandkids were her pride and joy. Angela loved visiting her many relatives in Albuquerque. She loved both red and green chile. She will be greatly missed by all. A Memorial Mass will be held at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church on Sunday, December 9, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. 5311 Phoenix NE, Albuquerque, NM. Rosary will be recited by Mr. Herman Flores
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