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ANDERSON -- Brett Timothy Anderson, 44, a longtime resident of the North Valley in Albuquerque, died unexpectedly on January 16, 2007. Tim was a lifelong farmer, having been awarded "Out-Standing Farmer" in the Central Rio Grande district for 1989. North Valley residents will long remember Tim faithfully plowing, seeding, and then cutting and baling alfalfa at the Anderson Fields that surrounded his boyhood home. we will always remember Tim sitting atop his tractor going back and forth across the fields with small plumes of dust being kicked up - truly a life-like tableau. Tim graduated from the Albuquerque Academy before attending New Mexico State University. He worked as a stock broker for the Doherty Securities firm here in Albuquerque. As evidenced by his farming, Tim was foremost a man of the outdoors. He was a superb fisherman having located many secret lakes brimming with walleye pike around his grandparents' home in Bagley, MN. More recently, he enjoyed pheasant hunting with his cousins in North Dakota. Tim was preceded in death by his grandparents and his father, Maxie L. Anderson. He is survived by his mother, Patty G. Anderson-McRoberts; step-father, Robert McRoberts; sister, Stephanie Anderson Pugash; and brothers, Michael and Kristian Anderson; along with nephews, Maxie Anderson, Andy and Toby Pugash; and nieces, Missy Anderson and Ali Pugash. Step-brothers, Ian, Tate, and Judd McRoberts also survived him. Uncles, John Lunseth, Sr., Bud Walker, John Bird; aunts, Darleen Jackson, Ardis Walker, Jennifer Bird; and cousins, John, Steven, and Mark Lunseth and Michele Oelrich and Susan Ebertz survived Tim; along with Ken and Rob Jackson, Nancy Chambers, Susan Kinneer, Ralph, John and Julie Walker, "Andy", Steven, Janice, Teresa, and Cindy Anderson. On Saturday, January 28, 2007, Tim's extended family attended a beautiful Memorial Service at Saint Timothy's Lutheran Church where Timothy had been baptized and, later, as a teenager, confirmed into God's holy family. God bless Tim Anderson. Timmy, we love you and miss you. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum.
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ANDERSON -- Elma C. Anderson peacefully passed away January 1, 2007 in California at 102. We loved you, Nana. A true friend to so many. Survivors: daughter, Jane C. Urey; grandson, Paul Striplin. Services will be in Pasadena, CA during the summer with EasternStar officiating.
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BAKER -- Frederick Hering Kekaulike Baker, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 5, 2007. He was born in Oahu, Territory of Hawaii on February 7, 1921. Freddie was the second son of George Washington K. Baker and Annie Herring Baker. He is preceded in death by his parents as well as his sisters, Ethel Lee and Juanita Miyamura. Freddie left Hawaii in 1949 headed for the mainland where he found work in the movie and music industry. Freddie appeared alongside big screen legends Bing Crosby and Jimmy Stewart in movies such as "The Road to Bali" and "Thunder Bay." He also made musical contributions to Roger and Hammerstein's award winning classic "South Pacific". Freddie's journey carried him further into the mainland to the Aku Aku Room at the Stardust Hotel in Las Vegas where he performed for several years. A musical proposition brought Freddie to Albuquerque in 1965, but together with the love of his life, Jane Ong Baker, he made Albuquerque his home. For forty years, Freddie performed for the people of Albuquerque at venues such as the Tiki Kai Supper Club, the Polynesian Room at the New Chinatown Restaurant and The Town House Restaurant. When not entertaining, Freddie gave into another passion, playing golf. Freddie is survived by his wife, Jane; brother, George W. K. Baker, Jr. and wife Maryann of Honolulu, Hawaii; and children Frederick Baker, Jr. and wife, Haunani of Hilo, Hawaii, Fred Baker and wife, Paula of Durango, Colorado, Lehualani Hale of Honolulu, Hawaii, Kehaulani Ogawa and husband, Daryl of Honolulu, Hawaii, Zetta Tsukamoto and husband, Jerry of Dana Point, California and their children, Scott and Abby, and Teri Foote and husband, Mike of Albuquerque and their children Heather and Matt. In addition, Freddie is survived by numerous loved ones in Hawaii. A celebration in honor of Freddie's life will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2007, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Freddie's name to the Kawaiaha'o Church Youth Choir of Honolulu, where Freddie first learned to sing as a young boy under the instruction of his father, the choir director, Kawaiaha'o Church Youth Choir, In Memory of Freddie Kekaulike Baker, 957 Punchbowl St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813 www.kawaiaha'o.org. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87125 (505)275-3500
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BIVENS -- Joan Kathryn Bivens, 62, of Rio Rancho, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2007. Born September 20, 1944, the daughter of William Louis and Agnes Margaret Baldermann in Collingswood, NJ. Joan was a pillar of the educational community with more than 17 years of service as an Administrative secretary and Educational Assistant for both Rio Rancho and Albuquerque Public Schools. Joan was a beloved wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Lon Bivens; son, William "Billy" Bivens and wife, Pamela; daughter, Michelle Bivens and fiance, Tom Kettles; two grandchildren, Stephanie Haynes and Brianna Kathryn Bivens; unborn; plus numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles. Visitation for Joan will be held on Sunday, February 11, 2007 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday, February 12, 2007 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Service will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. Private interment will take place in Vista Verde Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the "Joan Bivens Memorial Fund" at any First Financial Credit Union. The funds will be used for children's educational programs. Arrangements by Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico
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BRAUN -- Frank J. Braun, age 82, died peacefully at home on February 5, 2007 surrounded by his family. Frank served in the Marine Corps during WWII. He is survived by his wife, Roselyn; his family - Cathy Braun and Ed Sandoval, Mike and Marilyn Braun, Marie and Allan Ludi, Diana and Chris Armstrong; ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one granddog - Bones. The family would like to thank all of their friends - especially those at the Villa de Paz - for the concern and compassion shown to Frank and Roselyn. We would also like to sincerely thank Louise for the exceptional love and care she gave Frank during his final weeks. Funeral Services are private. The family humbly requests contributions be made to Zia Hospice, in lieu of flowers. Semper Fi Dad. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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BRILL -- Rona Brill, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away Wednesday February 7th, 2007, after a brief illness. Rona received her Master's Degree in speech pathology from City University of New York. She dedicated her career to teaching in the New York Public School District for 10 years as well as 18 years at Albuquerque Public School System. Rona was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years, Harold Brill. She is lovingly survived by her only son Bruce Brill of Las Vegas, Nevada, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Rona was to have several interests and hobbies, including being a published poet; however, her passion, in her own words, was always "for the children". Rona will be greatly missed by all who have known and loved her.
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CARANTA -- James Robert Caranta, born June 20, 1921 in Monero, NM, passed peacefully after a short illness early Monday morning. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Margaret; only son, Robert (Robbie) and Robert's partner in life, Lois Wetherill; grandchildren, Christopher Caranta, Carissa Caranta and friend, Jerrel Bryant, Cassandra Holsten and husband, LCpl. Jeremy Holsten, USMC, Christina Caranta, Joshua Hacker and wife, Megan, and their daughter, Haylee Autumn; nieces and nephews, Martha Ann, Marcelle, Barney Pierre, Taffy, Claudette, Johnny, Irene, Bernadette, Joe Barney and Mary Francis; and many great nieces and nephews. James was preceded in death by his mother, father, and all of his siblings. Youngest child of seven born to Barney Caranta and Annie Aimo, Jimmy was raised in the beautiful country of northern New Mexico. He attended St. Michaels College in Santa Fe where he was active in all sports and joined the Navy shortly after school. It was during this service he met Margaret. Jimmie and Margaret were married in 1946 and soon settled in Albuquerque. James spent the bulk of his working career at Kirtland Air Force Base as a civil servant. James was active in the Elks Club, American Legion Post 49, Knights of Columbus and the German-American Club. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, February 12, 2007, 7:00 p.m., at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd. NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 13, 2007, 10:30 a.m., at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church. Interment will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Friends may visit on Monday, February 12, 2007, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Children's Hospital of NM, 2211 Lomas NE, Albuquerque, 87106, St. Jude Children's Hospital, 505 N. Parkway, Memphis, TN 38101 or any other charity of your choice. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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CHINO -- Rita Mae Chino was born February 14, 1929 in Detroit, MI and left this world peacefully on January 31, 2007 in Albuquerque, NM. She was a resident for many years in Mescalero, NM, and more recently in Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband of 27 years, former President Wendell Sam Chino of Mescalero, NM, the love of her life. She is survived by her three children: Marina Claycomb of Cortez, CO, Laney Kidd of Albuquerque, NM, Michael Cortez of Hot Springs, AR, and extended family. Rita loved to dance, knew and could sing a song about any topic, was more than generous to those close to her, and passionate about her projects and causes. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to suggest donations to Presbyterian Hospice at 8100 Constitution Place NE, Suite 400, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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CORDOVA -- MARGARET G. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this difficult time. Special thanks are extended to Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, the Pallbearers, and to those who sent floral tributes, cards, and food. Your thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered. Funeral Services were entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW 898-3160
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DENNEY -- CARL A. The family of Carl A. Denney thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 riversidefunerals.com
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