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ARELLANO -- ROSS A. In Loving Memory of Ross A. Arellano Born: May 2, 1945 Died: December 28, 2006 Daddy, I miss you so much. It's been the hardest year ever. I miss your laughter, your hugs and kisses, and your phone calls. You are a beautiful person. Thank you for everything you gave to me, your love, and your trust. I know you're at peace and in a beautiful place. I will never forget the words you said, that reassures me that you are in Heaven. I will love you til the end of time. I hold you close within my heart, and there you shall remain, to walk with me throughout my life until we meet again. So rest in peace dear loved one, and thanks for all you have done, I pray that God has given you the crown you have truly won. Merry Christmas Daddy. Love always, your daughter Janel
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

BERKSHIRE -- Gary Oberg Berkshire, 51, passed Thursday, December 27, 2007 at Anna Kaseman Hospice in Albuquerque after bravely struggling a grave illness. His beloved family was at his side. Gary was born on January 15, 1956 in Glendale, California. The family returned home to New Mexico shortly afterward, and rented a ranch near Yeso, where Gary spent his first years in school. Later the family moved to his grandfather Homer Berkshire's ranch in Estancia. He attended Highland High School in Albuquerque, then transferred to the New Mexico Military Academy in Roswell, graduating in 1974. Gary's beloved professional activities centered on ranching and horsemanship, including rodeo competition. He was a lifelong member of the New Mexico Cutting Horse Association and served as its president in the mid-1980's. In the recent years, he managed the Berkshire Ranch in Estancia until his illness progressed too far. He briefly resided in Clovis before returning to the family home in Albuquerque, where his mother lives. Gary was preceded in death by his beloved father, Alfred Oberg, a World War II veteran pilot and a prominent New Mexico rancher and political figure. Gary is survived by his wonderfully loving and supportive mother, Evelyn Jane Berkshire Oberg of Albuquerque; his daughter Janell Oberg and granddaughter Rainy of Lyndon, Washington; his son Kyle Berkshire of Albuquerque; his brothers Mike Oberg of Gallegos Ranch, Logan, and Pat Oberg of Elephant Butte, and their families; along with numerous cousins, nephews, and nieces, and special friends. Pall Bearers will be Paul Oberg, Shane Oberg, Travis Oberg, Packy Vaughn, Charlie Chavez and Bill Harvey. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Chavez, Alfredo Chavez, Brett Johnson, Jim Oberg, and Bobby Butler. A Visitation and Viewing will be held on Sunday, December 30th from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 p.m. at the Palm Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave SE. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 31 at 10:30 a.m. also at Palm Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services. Interment will follow at Estancia Cemetery, Estancia, NM. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Presbyterian Hospice 8300 Constitution Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, 505-559-1133. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

BRASSEUR -- Oscar J. Brasseur, 81, of Evansville, formerly from Vincennes, died Thursday, December 20, 2007, at St. Mary's Medical Center. He retired in 1982 after 35 years of service from FW Means-ARA Services in various management positions. He is survived by three children, Dr. Judith Brassseur-Overhoff and husband, Ben of Chico, CA, Susan Neuendorf and husband, Gib of Terre Haute, and Gregory Brasseur and wife, Pam of Evansville; a grandson, Justin Brasseur and wife, Janelle of Albuquerque, NM; a sister, Karen Owens and husband, Chuck of Vincennes; brothers, David Brasseur of Crane, IN, and Mark Brasseur and wife, Nancy of Vincennes; step-grandchildren, Jennifer Neuendorf-Hall, Ken Neuendorf, Karen, Katie, and Nic Neuton; and several nieces and nephews. Oscar was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy (Pipher) Brasseur of 44 years, his wife Betty Williams-Brasseur of 3 years, and his brother, James Brasseur. Oscar will be remembered as a loving father and proud-to-be-grandparent to Justin Brasseur, Jennifer Neuendorf-Hall, Kenneth Neuendorf, Karen, Katie, and Nic Newton. He loved hunting and fishing with his brothers and good friend, Earl Webber. He was and avid Bobby Knight IU basketball fan. He loved his dogs, Lady, Jackie, Amber Joy, and Missy and deeply requested in lieu of flowers a memorial contribution be made to your local Humane Society. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 4, 2008, at St. John's Catholic Church, 803 Main Street, Vincennes, IN, 47591, with burial to follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Vincennes, IN. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 3, 2008, with a memorial service at 6:00 p.m. at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Avenue, Evansville, IN 47714. Visitation will continue from 10:00 a.m. to service on Friday, January 4, 2008, at St. John's Catholic Church in Vincennes, IN. The family would like to thank the staff at St. Mary's Medical Center, ICU, Dr. Sister Vivian Ramous and the staff at Epperson Veterinary Clinic, and Dr. Melinda Jackson and her office personnel.
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

BROWN -- Rev. Robert J. Brown, 81, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on December 27, 2007. He was born July 29, 1926, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He came to know and believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior at Grace Church in Albuquerque. Bob pastored Berean Baptist Church in Santa Fe, NM and was Chaplain of the New Mexico State Penitentiary from 1947 to 1959 when he answered God's calling to be a missionary for more than forty years to the Huichol Indians in Jalisco and Nayarit, Mexico. He was interim pastor for Albuquerque Bible Church for one year. His life mission was sharing the Gospel to all who would listen. Preaching the Gospel was his passion. Bob was the most selfless, loving and giving example of God's love. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert G. Brown; his mother, Clorinda Brown; five of his brothers and sisters, and two grandchildren. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Gloria Jean Brown; his children, Paul Brown, Ruth Aubert and husband, Enrique, Lois Guffey and husband, Acie, Esther Aubert and husband Salvador; 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; as well as his two sisters, Louisa Dimas, and Josie Savage and husband, Dave. The viewing will take place Sunday, December 30, 2007 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. The Funeral Service will be held at Albuquerque Bible Church, 320 Montano, NW, on Monday, December 31, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery on Edith and Menaul NE. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Gideons International, Post Office Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214-0800. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

CHACON -- Ever Monserrat Bonilla Chacon went home to be with the Lord on December 24, 2007 at the age of 28. Mass of Christian Burial will be recited on Friday, December 28, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. also at San Jose Catholic Church. Interment for Ever will take place at Mount Calvary cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

CHAVEZ -- Angel "Simon" Chavez, age 70, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2007. He was a member of El Cerro Mission Baptist Church where he would volunteer on several church projects. Angel loved the outdoors. He was well known for the love of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Angel was very invaluable and instrumental in raising all of them. He always attended his grandchildren's sporting activities. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Herlinda Chavez; his parents, Senovio and Candelaria Chavez; and his brother, Richard Chavez. Angel is survived by his six loving children, Mary Mendez, Loretta Chavez, Lucy Chavez-Tapia and her husband, Steven, Angel Chavez, Jr. and his wife, Annie, Betty Lou Gonzales and her husband, Hans and Martha Santiago; 12 grandchildren, Steven, Donald, Benjie, Joseph, Tommy Jr., Nicole, Roxanne, Alfred Jr., Denise, Desiree, Alyssa and April; 14 great-grandchildren, six brothers; and four sisters. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services will take place at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, on Saturday, December 29, beginning with a viewing at 9:30 a.m. followed with a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at San Miguel Catholic Cemetery in Socorro. Honorary pallbearers will be his loving grandchildren. Sign Angel's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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CHAVEZ -- Fulgencia (Fugie) Chavez, age 96, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, went home to be with Lord, Tuesday, December 25, 2007. She was a resident of Albuquerque and a member of the Catholic Community. She was preceded in death by her husband, Catarino Chavez; and by a son, Fred Chavez. Fugie is survived by her loving children, Juanita Gonzales; Charlie Chavez and wife, Gina; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Mary Vigil and Mickie Apodaca; and other family members and friends. Fugie will be greatly missed by her loving family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW. Interment will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Parras, Chris Ortiz, Fred Chavez, Charlie Chavez Jr., Lawrence Gonzales, and David Saiz. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW 898-3160 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

COCHRANE -- Albert Willesly Cochrane, 78, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, December 24, 2007. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Barbara; sons, Alan and Albert of Sacramento, CA; and daughter-in-law, Arlene; five grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; three nephews; two best friends, "Ace" and "Chip" and a host of friends around the world. Al was born in New York City, NY, on March 29, 1929 to the late Alberto and Marjorie Benjamin Cochrane. He entered the US Air Force in 1948. After completing 25 years of service, he retired in 1973, from Kirtland Air Force Base. Al served a tour of duty in Vietnam and was stationed in England and various bases around the world. After retirement, Al continued to work as an auto mechanic at the Auto Hobby Shop and as a movie projectionist at the movie theater on base. Al married Barbara Lee Coleman on December 22, 1965 and had just celebrated their 42nd anniversary. Al was a member of New Hope Full Gospel Baptist Church. Services will be held Saturday, December 29, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will take place Monday, December 31, 2007, 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit one hour prior to service. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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CORONA -- Daniel (Big Head) Corona, 43, born October 2, 1964 passed away December 23, 2007. A Rosary for Daniel will be recited on Friday evening, December 28, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 29, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Ministerio Monte Carmelo with Rev. Julian Johnson presiding, located at 2828 Blanford SW. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andrew Kozar, Chris Corona, Adrian Yanez, Javier Alvidrez, Joseph Michaelback, and Alvaro Lujan. Honorary pallbearer will be Julian Corona. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

DAVIS -- Helen Mae Davis, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Tuesday, December 25, 2007. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Kelly; her son, Gary Call of Austin, TX; grandson, Bob Call and wife, Christine of Austin, TX; granddaughters, Debbi Willis and husband, Roy of Denver, CO; and Kimberly Call of Austin, TX; great-grandchildren, Katie and Bobby of Austin, TX, Aimee, Jacob and Tate of Denver, CO; brother, Robert Norman and wife, Donna of Peora, IL; sister, Janet Counterman and husband, David of Pekin, IL; step-son, Taylor Davis and wife, Kathy of Bountiful, UT and Ben Davis (deceased) and wife, Debbie of Albuquerque; step-daughter, Suzon Tarbell and husband, Bill of Albuquerque; 14 step-grandchildren; and four step-great-grandchildren. She was a secretary accountant with Mechanical Contractor's Association of Albuquerque for over 20 years. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, December 29, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Assn. 9500 Montgomery NE, #209, 87111. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007