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REYNOLDS -- Mary-Louise "Polly" Reynolds, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Thursday, December 13, 2007. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jack Reynolds; three sons, Brad Reynolds and wife, O.J. of Chandler, AZ, Scott Reynolds and wife, Alicia of Albuquerque, and Lee Reynolds and wife, Harriet of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Erika Reynolds, Kelly Reynolds, and Michelle Sherwood and husband, Oliver; three great-grandchildren; and a niece, nephew and numerous friends. She was preceded in death by her sister, Susan. Polly was born on May 15, 1929 in Hartford, CT and moved to Albuquerque to attend UNM where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts. While at UNM she met and married Jack W. Reynolds. Polly was a member of Tanoan Country Club where she and Jack loved to play golf and bridge. She was a member of Sandia Presbyterian Church. Polly was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place and memorial services are pending at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo del Norte NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to All Faith's Receiving Home, 1709 Moon St. NE, Suite 209, 87112-3973. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ROWE -- Ortha Leota Mae Brittain Rowe, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2007, in her home. She is survived by her three daughters Charlene Jaramillo and husband, Ray Jaramillo of Albuquerque, Paula Woods-Digges and husband, Bob Digges of Albuquerque, and Wanda Horn and husband, Terry Horn of Oregon; grandchildren, Billy, Monie and Ryan Jaramillo, Andrea Jaramillo-Powell, Kimberly and Tim Rubidoux, Courtney Bradley, and Jayme Swalby; great-grandchildren, Samantha, Brittany, Mirranda, Ryan, and Tyler Jaramillo, Alex and Riley Jaramillo, Kylie Powell, Timmy and Jeremiah Rubidoux, Olivia and Savannah Bradley, Marrissa, Mikey and Jakey Swalby; one brother, Ardith Brittain; niece, Connie Finley; and nephew, John Rowe. Ortha was preceded in death by her husband, William Rowe and daughter, Tarol Ann Rowe. Ortha was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Sterling, Nebraska and St. Luke's Lutheran Church here in Albuquerque. While attending St. Luke's, she taught Bible school and Sunday school. She enjoyed crafting such as, needle point, crochette, knitting, ceramics, and sewing. She had a way with plants and flowers and grew the most beautiful peonies. Ortha loved traveling in their motor home where she and Bill visited many places around the country. She is deeply loved and will be greatly missed. A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary Lomas Chapel. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SANCHEZ -- Ologia "Logie" Sanchez, 82, passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husband, Guadalupe Sanchez; daughter, Diana; son, Juan Guadalupe Jr.; daughter, Mary Jane; grandchildren, Martin and Rosalea; sisters, Tillie, Margaret, and Elsie; parents, Augustine and Lucarita Sarracino. She is survived by son, Harry M. Sanchez, daughter-in-law, Patsy Sanchez; grandchildren, Logie, Maria, Crissy and husband, Richard, Cipriano Jr., Vanessa, Juan "Wally" and wife, Victoria, Fernando, Augustine "Augie" and wife, Dawn, Matthew and partner, Ramon, Paul, Bernardo, Mario and wife, Monica, and 26 great-grandchildren; sisters, Emelda and Jenny; and brother, Eli and wife, Rose; dog, Bubbles; along with countless nieces and nephews. Ologia was a devout and lifelong Catholic who put her uttermost trust and well being in God's hands. She had a personal relationship with the Lord that she was not ashamed to share with anyone. Throughout her life, she faced hardships that could have easily broken the soul of many people, but she remained a person who could see the beauty in life. She attributed her strength not to herself, but to the faith that was instilled in her by her mother. Ologia was a native New Mexican from Atrisco, something that she and her family were very proud of. Ologia was a person who seemed to not age, as people often told her, but instead remained very young at heart. Those who had the opportunity to meet her will not forget her laughter and sense of humor, because her laugh was contagious and her outlook on life always gave a sense of encouragement. Those who knew her will remember numerous invitations to the Bingo, if not that, "How about the Casino?" She was a recent and proud member of the "Sunbeams" choir. Her time spent with friends and family was something that she was proud of and enjoyed. You couldn't leave her home without receiving a complement. Being hospitable wasn't something she worked at but seemed to come as second nature. She was looking forward to her yearly holiday celebration of praying, singing, dancing the Comanche dances, and eating with family on Christmas Eve. Ologia, Mom, Grandma, "Gram", Sister, Auntie, and Friend will be forever missed. As we continue on with our lives we will carry her strength, love, faith, and joy for life with us always. Rosary will be recited Friday, December 14, 2007, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, December 15, 2007, 8:30 a.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SCHUBERT -- Edwina Maes Schubert, 84, died Wednesday, December 12, 2007 in Albuquerque after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on December 19, 1922, the 3rd of nine children of Jose Delfino and Efren Maes, and grew up on the family ranch in Maes, New Mexico. In 1946, she married Alfred Schubert, Jr. to whom she was married for over 60 years. After World War II, Alfred and Edwina settled in Albuquerque and raised five children. Her husband Alfred died in December 2006. Edwina was predeceased by her parents; and two brothers, Frank and Gilbert Maes. A long-time volunteer at Our Lady of Fatima Church, she was a woman of deep faith and compassion. Always cheerful, she made a lasting impression on every life she touched. She is survived by her daughter and long-time caregiver, Phyllis Schubert and friend, John Casey of Albuquerque; daughter, Anita Schubert Brown and husband, Richard of Sunnyvale, CA; and sons, Joseph Schubert of San Francisco; Alfred Schubert III and wife, Kristin of Granite Bay, CA; and Frank Schubert and friend Greg Fedro of Austin, Texas; five grandchildren, Kevin Brownstein, Matthew Brown, Veronica Schubert, Kyle Schubert and Eddie Schubert; six siblings, Margaret Collins, J. Delfino Maes, Jr., Carlos Maes, Antonio Maes, Leo Maes and wife, Annette, Mike Maes and wife, Gisele; and many nieces and nephews. The family extends special thanks to the caring staff at The Oasis group home, and her past caregivers, Peggy, Lori and Patty. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any contributions be made to Our Lady of Fatima Woman's Guild, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, the Alzheimer's Association NM Chapter, 9500 Montgomery Blvd., NE, or a charity of your choice. Rosary will be recited Saturday, December 15, 2007, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE., with Mass to follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be held at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery beside her beloved husband Alfred. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SINKS -- MITCH SINKS December 14, 1943 - August 5, 1999 In Loving Memory
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SMOKER -- John Joseph Smoker, 77, died Thursday, December 6, 2007 at his home in Santa Fe. Dr. Smoker is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy; his brother, Stanford; and by his children: Ingrid Graves, Sandra Snow and husband, Matt, Eric Smoker, Jay Thompson and wife, Jennifer, Kurt Smoker, Bret Smoker and wife, Yolanda, Mikal Ann Smoker and husband, Howard Diaz, Mandy Peters and husband, Daron, Marci Segura and husband, Steven, David Smoker and wife, Shari, and James Thompson and wife, Dawn. He was also blessed with numerous grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at First Baptist Church on Old Pecos Trail in Santa Fe with a funeral service immediately following. In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family requests donations be made in John's memory to the Santa Fe Desert Chorale, 811 St. Michael's Drive, Suite 208, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505, or to the Bill Smoker Scholarship fund, 1700 South Main Street, Goshen, Indiana, 46526. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
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SUMNER -- Faye Sumner Was born on April 7, 1925 and passed away on December 8, 2007. Arrangements are in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
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THOMPSON -- Robert LeRoy Thompson Was born on January 24, 1943 and passed away on December 8, 2007. Arrangements are in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
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VARGAS -- Luz Vargas, 72, of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 12, 2007. She was born in Albuquerque April 6, 1935 to the late Luciano and Lucia Garcia. She was a very beautiful girl, a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and sister-in-law. She is survived by her husband of nearly 43 years, Manuel Vargas; her son, Thomas Vargas and his wife, Gaylene; two grandsons, Thomas Vargas and his wife, Christine, Antonio Vargas and his fiancee, Amy Garcia; three great-grandchildren, Shyann Lujan, Jazmine Vargas, and Elias Vargas all of Albuquerque; four brothers, Paul Garcia and his wife, Lucina, of Albuquerque, Armando Garcia and his wife, Linda of Fairbanks, Alaska, Cipriano Garcia and his wife, Angelina, Ruben Garcia and his wife, Millie; one sister, Consuelo Mora and her husband, Vincent also all of Albuquerque. A prayer service will be held on Friday, December 14, 2007, 7:00 p.m., at El Buen Samaritano United Methodist Church, 7th and Granite with Pastor Rodolfo Barrera officiating. Services will also be held Saturday, December 15, 2007, 10:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Thomas Vargas, Sr., Thomas Vargas, Jr., Antonio Vargas, James Mora, Reuben Garcia, Jr. and Pablo Garcia, Jr. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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VIGIL -- Antonio J. Vigil (93) Our beloved father died peacefully on December 4, 2007 surrounded by his family and friends. He was born October 24, 1914 in Pajarito, NM. A longtime resident of Espanola, NM. Has lived the past 13 years in Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Trinnie, after 67 years of marriage who died on April 12, 2007. He is survived by his four children, Delia Tucker, Priscilla Lopes, Gilbert Vigil and wife Gina, Dolores Shawver; and son-in-law, Robert Lopes, all of Albuquerque, NM. He is also survived by his brothers, Rudolfo (bob-o) and wife Lusita Vigil, Manuel and wife Mary Vigil; sister Lucia Serna; and sister-in-law Esther Vigil. Also his eight grandchildren and their mates, Terri and Edwin Quintana, Jeffrey and Vikki Howell, David Tucker, Daniel Tucker, Joel and Janna Lopes, Trisha Lopes, Blake and Rochelle Shawver and Vanessa Shawver. Also seven great-grandchildren: Zachary Quintana, Brooke Quintana, Amber Tucker, Austin Tucker, Jorah Tucker, Derek Harrison and Hunter Lopes. Also a vast number of spiritual children. He was preceded in death by his brothers Claudio, Teofilo and Herminio Vigil as well as his parents, Anastacio and Sofia Vigil and his grandson, Stephen Tucker. He will always be remembered as a Kind and Humble Servant of Jehovah, and exemplary father, a beloved brother and true friend to many. He loved working the land especially growing chili and making chicharones on his wood stove. His hope is to one day be young again in a paradise Earth and work the land once again, we will look forward to welcoming him back at that time when death and sorrow will be no more. REV 21:3, 4 Memorial Services will be at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses on Saturday December 15, 2007, 8904 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque NM at 1:00 PM
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