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FRAIN -- Warren Francis, passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2007. He was born on September 01, 1916, to parents, Frank Frain and Thora (Hassel) Frain, in Joliet, Illinois. Warren served in the United States Air Force for 31 years, and retired from Kirtland Air Force Base in 1967, holding rank as Senior Master Sergeant. While he was a resident of Albuquerque, NM, Warren also was a Mason of the Blue Lodge Masonic Order. Warren was preceded in death by his son, Jack L. Frain, and his first wife, Elva O. Frain. He is survived by his son, Dennis Frain; and his second wife, Kelly Frain. A Funeral Service will be held in his honor, on Saturday, December 29, 2007, at 11:00 a.m., at the Coal Location of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave. SE; procession will follow to Interment at Sunset Memorial Gardens. 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

GARCIA -- PETE V. December 28, 2004 you were taken from us. We feel your presence. Those you loved: your wife Joan, children Pete III, his wife Kay, Gordon, his wife Tania, your only daughter Tracy, her husband Kimble. Our family has new additions to carry on your name and to honor you. Having respected your Wishes, and your decisions. You remain our life, our sunshine. We miss you. The tears have not ceased, til we are together again. Eternally Yours, All our Love
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

GARZA -- Daniel Garza Jr., 61, passed away December 24, 2007. He was born on February 18, 1946, to Daniel and Tanis Garza in Hobbs, NM. Daniel has been a resident of Albuquerque for 28 years. He was co-owner of Garza and Garza Auto body with his cousin, Pete Garza, since 1985. Daniel's passions in life were his loving wife, children, and his Corvettes. Daniel was a member of the New Mexico Corvette Association. Daniel is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Karen-Lynn Fiato; his mother, Tanis Garza of Albuquerque; children, Ryan Bowman and Madelynn Garza, both of Albuquerque; grandson, Robert Bowman of Albuquerque; sisters, Christine Whittle and husband, Joe of WA, Geneva Acosta and husband, Joe of Hobbs, NM, and Lydia Moyers of TX; father-in-law, Vincent Fiato of Truth or Consequences; cousins, Pete and Adam Garza; and numerous other relatives and close friends. Services will be held Saturday, December 29, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at the NE Heights Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. A private family burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Daniel's name to UNMH, 2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 272-2111. Arrangements and services are under the care and direction of: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87103 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

GERHARDT -- Shirley E. Gerhardt, 77 of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, December 17, 2007. She was born on September 22, 1930 in Hackensack, New Jersey to the late Charles and Louise Froelick. She married Richard "Dick" C. Gerhardt and lived the life of an Air Force officer's wife following him wherever his career took him. He preceded her in death in 2005. Also preceding Shirley in death was her oldest son, Richard J. Gerhardt. She is survived by her youngest son, Douglas Gerhardt of Albuquerque. A private funeral service was held on December 26, 2007. She was buried in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorials may be made in Shirley's name to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Ave., LY-120, Seattle, WA 98109-1024. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

GILLIAM -- TANYA ELISA GILLIAM March 29, 1973 - December 24, 2007 Passed away December 24, 2007 as a result of fatal injuries received in a car accident. Tanya, a native of Santa Fe, graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1991. She loved sports and was active in swimming, volleyball and golf. She earned her BS degree in Psychology and Deaf Studies at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. While attending Northeastern, she was a member of the university's crew team. Tanya later earned her MA degree in mental health counseling at Gallaudet University in Washington D.C. She received the Fran White Award from her peers for showing the greatest potential for counseling deaf individuals. She returned to New Mexico in 2007 after living a number of years in Calgary, Canada with her dear friends the Kay Family, Dee Dee, Ken, Jordan, and Jazmyn. Tanya recently moved to Albuquerque where she had planned to continue her professional career as a Psychologist. Tanya is survived by her father, Richard Gilliam and wife Patti; mother, Marisa Kuriata Lucero and partner Larry O'Brien, and his son, Liam; sister Michelle Gilliam; brother, Mark Gilliam; grandparents: Jack and Mary Gilliam; aunts, Lucy Kuriata, Virginia Kuriata, and Emily Gaudreau; cousins: Marisa Baca and family, Lisa Kuriata and family; nieces and nephews; close family friends, Less and Nancy Harris. Tanya you filled our world with your good humor, creative energy and love. Your beautiful spirit will light up our lives, always. "Thanks for blessing my world. May lots of luv n' laughter fill your day." -T A Visitation will be held Friday, December 28, 2007, 6 to 8 p.m. at McGee Memorial Chapel. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, December 29, 2007, 1 p.m. at McGee Memorial Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Services 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

GONZALEZ -- Carmen Estevis Gonzalez went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 26, 2007. Mrs. Gonzalez is preceded in death by her daughter, Elvira Gonzalez and husband, Pedro Gonzalez. She is survived by two sons, five daughters, 24 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and three great great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Gonzalez will be held on Friday, December 28, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited on Saturday morning, December 29, 2007 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. followed by celebration of the Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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GOTTI -- Richard James Gotti, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, December 24, 2007, of natural causes. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Irene M. Gotti; children, Dr. Phyllis Floyd and husband, Eric Nelson and their children, Nick and Kendra Floyd; Patrina D. Smith and husband, Randall, and their daughter, Allison; Paul R. Gotti and wife, Stacy, and their daughter, Carlee. Mr. Gotti volunteered for World War II and served in Europe as a Combat Medic with the 11th Armored Division, he was honored with the Silver Star medal. Mr. Gotti resided in Los Alamos for 46 years before moving to Albuquerque in 1997. He was employed by the University of California Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory. He was a group leader in the accounting department. Mr. Gotti was active in the Los Alamos community having been involved with the founding of the Del Norte Credit Union as a charter member and serving as its first supervisory chairman. He was also involved with the establishment of the Los Alamos Elks Lodge and served as the first Exalted Ruler as well as serving as a trustee for 5 years, a chaplain one year and as ritual coach for 14 years. He served a second term as Exalted Ruler in 1994/1995. Mr. Gotti also served as a board member and treasurer of the Timber Ridge Home Owners Association for seven years. While employed by the university, Mr. Gotti was a member of the International Systems and Procedures Association. Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 28, 2007, 8:30 a.m., at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

GRIEGO -- Robert Gerald Griego was born on October 20, 1951 and passed away December 24, 2007. Funeral Services are being held at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Bernalillo on Saturday, December 29, 2007. The viewing starts at 10 a.m., Rosary following at 11 a.m., and the Mass following at 12 p.m. Arrangements are in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

GROSS -- Susan Kist, age 84, passed away on December 22, 2007. She was born in Jefferson City, Missouri on May 3, 1923. She was a resident of Los Alamos since 1978. Prior to that she lived in Lakewood, CO, Albuquerque, NM, and Arlington, VA. She was an honor graduate of Fulton High School, Fulton, MO, and was active in the Pep Squad, Drum and Bugle Corps, and the school newspaper. She attended Missouri Baptist School of Nursing in St. Louis, MO. She is survived by her husband, Fred A. Gross, Jr. of 64 years; daughters: Joyce D. Freiwald of Albuquerque, NM, Cheryl A. Boone and husband, Douglas of Albuquerque, NM, Narra S. Tsiagkouris and husband, James of Los Alamos, NM; son, Fred A. Gross, III and wife, Denise of Santa Fe, NM; sister, Mary Phelan and husband, Robert of Boulder, CO; brother, Frank Doran of Los Angeles, CA. There are ten grandchildren: Wes Freiwald and wife, June of Hawaii, Todd Freiwald and wife, Wendy of Winchester, VA and their children: Jake, Ryan, Scott, and Megan, Chris Freiwald and wife, Lani and their daughter, Brisan of Albuquerque, NM, Marjorie D. Gross, and Frederick A. Gross IV, of Santa Fe, NM, Anastasia, Zoe, and Alexandria Tsiagkouris of Los Alamos, NM. She married Fred A. Gross, Jr. July 2, 1943 and resided in many cities in the United States and in Okinawa following her husband during his career in the regular United States Air Force. She was very active in the Girl Scouts serving as Brownie, Cadet, Junior, and Senior Troop Leader and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Chaparral Girl Scout Council. She was active in Republican politics during the eight years her husband served in the New Mexico Senate and was a member of the Board of Directors of Federated Republican Women of Bernalillo County, a member of the Public School Advisory Board of Bernalillo County, and on the Bernalillo Board of Directors for Retarded Citizens. She was a member of the Presbyterian Hospital Auxiliary in Albuquerque. In Los Alamos she served on the Board and as President of the Los Alamos Medical Center Auxiliary, and on as State President of New Mexico Hospital Auxiliary Association. She was active in the White Rock Methodist Church and served as the Chairman of the Board of the Horizon's Center Day Care Program and as a member of several other committees. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was a very skilled seamstress, quilter and knitter and enjoyed fishing, camping, and travel. She was a very loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Funeral Services will be conducted at White Rock United Methodist Church at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 29, 2007. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the White Rock United Methodist Church 580 Meadow Lane, or the Los Alamos Medical Center Auxiliary 3917 West Rd. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Services 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007

HERRERA -- Roy Herrera, was called home to be with Our Lord on December 26, 2007 with his family by his side. Roy is preceded in death by his father, Julian P. Herrera and son, Richard Herrera. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary; son, Albert and wife, Katherine and granddaughter, Ankara Herrera; step-children, Michelle Barr and husband, Jeff, John Pricer and wife, Melanie and grandson, Scot Pricer. His mother, Charlotte Herrera; brother, Julian Herrera; sisters, Joann Raylea and husband, Michael, Esther Montano and husband, Donald and Olga Toledo and husband Bobby. Roy also has numerous aunts, nephews, nieces, and cousins that survive him. Roy proudly served his country in the United States Army. Roy began his career at ACF and retired from General Electric after 32 years of service. He was an avid University of New Mexico Lobo and Dallas Cowboy fan. Roy enjoyed fishing, hunting and being in the outdoors, but most of all he loved being with his family. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Visitations will be held Sunday, December 30, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Carlisle Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 at New Beginnings Church at 10:00 a.m., with inurnment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charity Toledo, Andrea Toledo, Christopher Raylea, Tammy Baca, Alex Herrera, and Gilbert Montano. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Fri December 28, 2007