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HUNTINGTON -- Lucille Huntington passed away at home on December 1, 2007 in Los Lunas, NM. She was born November 19, 1915 in Selah, WA. She married Allen Huntington in 1940 and had two daughters, Judy and Jane. They spent 19 years in South America where Allen worked on dams and tunnels. Lucille home schooled her daughters, went hunting and fishing, rode horse back, gardened, and entertained. They retired to Belen, NM in 1971 and enjoyed golf, bridge and traveling. Lucille shot her first hole-in-one at age 72. They alternated trips in their RV with trips around the world. Lucille continued to travel extensively after Allen died and eventually visited 35 countries. She was a 60 year member of Eastern Star and was active in the Masonic Widows who sewed quilts that were given to Casa de los Ninos and the veterans, among others. She is survived by her daughters, Judy Coley of Los Lunas, NM and Jane Huntington of Kona, HI; her granddaughter, Gay Guajardo and her husband, Edward; two great-grandchildren, Jesse and Gabriela Guajardo of Los Lunas, NM; and many beloved friends. There will be a celebration of her life on Saturday, December 8, 2007 from noon to 5 p.m., at the home of Judy Coley in Los Lunas. Call 864-8906 for directions.
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KITE -- Louise Pamelya Turner Kite, 93, of Gran Quivira, NM, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2007 in Albuquerque, NM. Louise was born December 26, 1913 to Jones and Myrtle (Russell) Turner in Emory, TX. She was the oldest of 13 children. She married Jack L. Kite on May 19th and was married for 74 years and 11 months at the time of his death. They had four children, Jackie Louise Kite who preceded her in death at the age of 62. Louis Kite and wife, Bea of Carlsbad, NM; Melvin Kite and wife, Carol of Kingman, AZ; Paul Kite and wife, Gale of Mountainair, NM. She is also survived by three sisters, Pauline Trout of Belen, NM; Essie Joe Chappel of Kingman, AZ and Julia Meadlock if Kingman, AZ. Louise was also blessed by 14 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and 26 great-great-grandchildren. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and a devoted Christian and a life long member of the Gran Quivira Church. She will be missed dearly by all. A viewing will be held Wednesday, December 5, 2007 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary Chapel in Mountainair, NM. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Gran Quivira Church, Darrell Roberts will be officiating. Interment will follow at White Lakes Cemetery. Pallbearers are Mike Brazil, Johnny Perea, Jodie Anglin, Matthew Connell, Eppy Paez, and Tracy Kite. Honorary pallbearers will be Colvin Connell, Mark Lewis, grandsons, and great-grandsons. Arrangements entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary (505) 832-6130 "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
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KOMONICK -- William "Bill" Komonick, born 1921 in Brooklyn, NY, beloved son of Catherine Slawski Komonick and Martin Komonick, passed away on November 30, 2007. A resident of Albuquerque since 1970, he was in the painters and Allied Workers Union, Local #823 until his retirement at the age of 70. The love of his life was his wife, Ksenia (Jennie), who he was married to for 67 years. He is survived by his daughter, Maryann Cavallaro; grandchildren, Bret, Kristen and Greg Cavallaro; great-grandchildren, Mason, Ethan, and Ryan Cavallaro, and Noralee Thompson. He was preceded in death William Jr. who passed away in 1999. A wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be remembered always by his family and friends. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 505-323-9000
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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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LAWRENCE -- VIRGINIA L. Longtime Sacramento resident, Virginia L. Lawrence, 92, passed away December 1, 2007 in Albuquerque, NM where she had resided the past six years. Virginia is survived by her son, Brit and his wife, Debra of Chama, NM; by her granddaughter, Michelle Mulkey and her husband, Duane and great-grandchildren, Karlee and Garrett of Albuquerque; by her grandson, Rocky Lawrence and his wife, Kelly; and great-grandchildren, Ashlyn and Braeden of Albuquerque; by her nieces, Denice Shipp, Adra Ann Ames and Margaret Hart of Sacramento; and by her wonderful friend, Amelia Scivier, of the Village of Alameda in Albuquerque. In Sacramento, Virginia worked for the General Electric Company for over 30 years. She was an enthusiastic volunteer for the Los Ninos Service League for many years. She also traveled extensively and had visited every continent. Virginia will always be loved and respected for her success in life. She will be remembered most for her dedication to her family. A Memorial Service will be held at East Lawn Mortuary, 5757 Greenback lane, Sacramento, CA on Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in Virginia's name to the Los Ninos Service league, 2760 Sutterville Road, Sacramento, CA 95820
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LUCERO -- Pauline M. Lucero of Albuquerque went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 30, 2007. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Avenue SW, 243-5222, www.danielsfuneral.com
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MCDONALD -- Benjamin McDonald, 85, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2007 after a courageous flight against cancer. He is survived by his beautiful wife of 49 years, Lottie; one daughter; three sons; his wonderful grandchildren; great-grandchildren; his brother; sister, and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Ben's life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 7, 2007 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow. Ben's family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice, 8100 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, or to a charity of your choice. "Until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of His hand." Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87103 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
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MIERA -- Sally G. Miera, also known by many as Mama Sally, went to the Lord on December 1, 2007 after a long battle with Parkinson and Dementia. She was born June 6, 1928 in San Mateo, NM where she was also raised. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Carlisle Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services. An evening Service will follow at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday evening, December 5, 2007 at El Buen Samaritano United Methodist Church, 700 Granite Ave. NW, Rev. Rodolfo and Deacon Max Cisneros officiating. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at First Methodist Church, 510 N. First Street, Grants, NM. Interment will follow at San Mateo Cemetery in San Mateo, NM. Pallbearers will be Anthony, Gerald and Ruben Gurule, Melanie and Frankie Estrada, and Lorenzo Miera. Honorary Pallbearers will be the remaining grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188 www.danielsfuneral.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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NICHOLS -- Joan M. Nichols was born on Aug 1, 1922 in Savannah, MO and died unexpectedly on December 1, 2007. Joan lived a happy and full life as a long-time Albuquerque resident. She is survived by two daughters, Dr. Linda Kay Nichols of Albuquerque and Dr. Billie Maris Thompson and son-in-law, Dr. Kirk Daniel Thompson of Phoenix, AZ; three grandchildren, Dr. Kimberly Maris Thompson, Mark Daniel Thompson, and Alisha Nichole Nichols; four great-grandchildren, Deanna and Nima Badizadegan, Chase and Kayla Thompson; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Joan celebrated life and will be missed by all. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held at Central United Methodist Church, 201 University Blvd., NE, at 12:00 noon on Thursday, December 6, 2007. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made in Joan's name to the CUMC Helping Hands Ministry. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87103 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Wed December 05, 2007