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RICKERT -- Alfred E. Rickert, age 76, died Friday February 9th after a long battle with prostate cancer. Dr. Rickert was an Emeritus Professor of English at the State University of New York at Oswego. He had been active in theatre and was a past president of the American Association of Community Theatre (AACT). During his retirement he became a master weaver showing and selling his work at the Yucca Gallery in Old Town. He is survived by his wife Margaret; son Paul; daughter Susan; and three grandsons. A Memorial Service will be held at First Unitarian Church at a later date.
        Published on: Tue February 13, 2007

SALAZAR -- Felipe The family of Felipe (Phil) Salazar would like to thank everyone who offered prayers during the time of his illness and for attending the rosary and Funeral Mass. Special thank you to Father Rick Zerwas and Deacon George Meyerson for their kindness and spiritual support. Thank you, Father George Salazar and Deacon Anthony Trujillo, for celebrating Uncle Phil's life at the Rosary and Funeral Mass. We would also like to offer our sincere gratitude to our hospice nurse, Jeff Sikes. Without your expertise and support, mom could not have cared for him at home as long as she did. Thank you, Jeff. You are a true professional with a big heart. We also would like to thank the staff at Presbyterian-Kaseman Hospice. Without your kindness and support during the final weeks of our dad's illness, we would not have felt such peace and comfort at the time of his passing. God bless each of you. Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd Rio Rancho 505-892-9920
        Published on: Tue February 13, 2007

SALINAS -- CECILIA A. A Memorial Service for Cecilia Salinas will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2007 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church with Deacon Tilar officiating. Her Funeral Mass was held at 10:00 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church on Wednesday, February 7, 2007 in Carlsbad, NM. She was interred in Carlsbad Cemetery. Arrangements are by West Funeral Home Cecilia Ann Salinas was born June 10, 1962 in Sacramento, CA to Jose Mario and Helen (Fernandez) Salinas. The family moved to Carlsbad in 1964 and back to California in 1967. In 1977 they moved to Albuquerque, NM where Cecilia graduated high school. Upon graduation, she became employed with J.C. Penney's. She was the Catalog Department supervisor and a very diligent worker, never missing a day. Cecilia had met Kambiz Omidvar, the "love of her life", and they were engaged to be married. She was a member of the Risen Savior Catholic Church in Albuquerque and an active member of United Way. She is survived by her parents, Mario and Helen Salinas of Carlsbad; brothers, Christopher Salinas and wife, Susan and Frank Salinas and wife, Joanne, all of Albuquerque, NM, and TSGT Jake Salinas and wife, Karen, of Cannon Air Force Base, Clovis, NM; two nephews, Christian and Christopher Jr.; and four nieces, Vanessa, Destiny, Samantha, and Ashlie. Memorial contributions may be made to Caring Hands, San Jose Catholic Church, 1002 DeBaca St., Carlsbad, NM 88220
        Published on: Tue February 13, 2007

SIERRA -- FRANK Mr. Frank Sierra, 60, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 8, 2007. Mr. Sierra is the beloved father to Yvonne Sierra. Mr. Sierra is also survived by one grandson, Johnathon R. Lujan-Sierra; mother of his daughter, Yolanda Sierra; his mother, Ramona Sierra; brothers, Pedro Sierra, Gilbert Sierra, and Carlos Sierra; sisters, Isabel Padilla and husband, Florencio, Beatrice Dixon and husband, Jim, Cathy Sierra, Ruth Sierra, Ruby Wackerbarth and husband, Steve; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mr. Sierra was preceded in death by his brother, Guillermo Sierra. Mr. Sierra was a member of the Catholic Church and a retired Lieutenant Fire Fighter of 25 years from the Albuquerque Fire Department. Visitation will be Tuesday evening at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Deacon George Valverde. Final visitation will be Wednesday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 am. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Father Joe Vigil. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel Padilla, Toby Mascarenas, Chamba, Gibby, Robert (Donuts) Sanchez and Robert Jaramillo. Honorary pallbearers will be Florencio Padilla, Jim Dixon, Steve Wackenbarth, Joe Rodarte, Frank Popovich, and John Rodarte. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Tue February 13, 2007

SIERRA -- FRANK On February 8, 2007 Frank (Stuffy, Pancho) Sierra went home to be with our Lord. His father, Pedro Sierra and brother, Guillermo Sierra preceded Frank in death. Frank is survived by his daughter, Yvonne Sierra and grandson, Jonathon Lujan; his mother, Ramona B. Sierra; sisters, Isabel Padilla, husband, Florencio, Beatrice Dixon, husband, Jim, Ruby Wackerbarth, husband, Steve, and Ruth and Cathy Sierra; brothers, Pedro, Carlos, Gilbert Sierra; and friend, Elmer Bible Jr.; several nieces and nephews, two of which were his godsons, Tobias P. Mascarenas and Kevin A. Wackerbarth. Frank was a 1965 graduate from Rio Grande High School, attended UNM, was a retired Lt. from AFD, and after a 15 year carrier with banking business retired for a 2nd time. Frank was a long time member of the American Legion Post 13 and currently a member of the American Legion Post 100. Frank was an avid sports man and especially loved to play golf and baseball. Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at 1860 Griegos Rd. NW. Rosary will be February 13, 2007 at 7:00 p.m., Mass on February 14, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. Interment following Mass at Mount Calvery Reception will follow at the Post 100 at 424 Candelaria Rd. NW.
        Published on: Tue February 13, 2007

TORRES -- Charles Anthony Torres February 13, 1974 - March 31, 1996 HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEETHEART! 33 years ago we were so blessed by your birth. We give thanks to God for the 22 years he shared you with us. Rest in peace, our precious Valentine. We love you forever and we miss you so much. Mom, Dad, Paul Jr. and Ali, Elizabeth and Joe Socorro, N.M.
        Published on: Tue February 13, 2007

WALLNER -- James E. Wallner, age 77, a resident of Veguita, NM, passed away Friday, February 9, 2007, after a short illness surrounded by his loving family. He was retired from the United States Air Force where he served as a draftsman/illustrator for 20 years. He went on to become an electrician and worked in many New Mexico mines. He was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Mary. Late in life he met and married his best buddy, Hazel. They spent many happy years camping and fishing around New Mexico. Jim's true passion was painting and creating beautiful New Mexico landscapes on canvas. He delighted his family by hiding a rabbit in each of his paintings for them to find. Jim was preceded in death by his father, John Charles; and mother, Rose Pauline; his brother, John; and sister, Rosemary; and his daughter, Carmen Bush. Jim is survived by his younger sister, Mary Cecelia; and his seven children, Daniel Bush and his wife, Lula Belle, Gene Bush and his wife, Vickie, Margaret (Janie) Ruder and her husband, Lewis, Toni Schultz and her husband, Bill, James E. Wallner Jr., Jon Wallner and his wife, Lynnette, Jan Elizabeth Wallner and her partner, Diane Castillo. Jim is also survived by a multitude of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a sprinkling of great-great-grandchildren. He was a good grandpa and will be greatly missed by all of his family. All Services will be at the San Isidro Catholic Church, Los Nutrias, NM, beginning with a visitation on Monday, February 12, at 6:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation will be on Tuesday, February 13, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Burial with military honors will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday. Pallbearers will be his many grandchildren who will carry him to his rest. The family invites all to join them in their good byes and celebration of this special and loved man's life. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen. Visit online register at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com
        Published on: Tue February 13, 2007

AUERBACH -- Hertha (Hedy) Auerbach died on February 12, 2007, only 10 days before her 80th birthday. She was born on February 22, 1927, in Frankfurt, Germany, and is survived by her husband Irving of 38 years, brother Gunther Bienes and wife Erna, her brother-in-law Sheldon Auerbach and wife Sherry, and cousin Marion Bienes. She is a survivor of the Holocaust years in Germany. She and her brother had to attend a Jewish day school because of Jewish oppression in German schools. Later, however, she attended the Asher Institute of Jewish Studies, and orthodox boarding school in Switzerland that prepared young people for aliyah to Palestine, while her parents traveled in Europe and the Middle East, seeking a new home outside of Germany. They finally settled in Belgium to be close to other members of the family. When the Germans took over Belgium, however, her father fled to southern France to find a place for the family. The others followed in a daring and harrowing trip through German lines. The French later turned over the family and other Jews to the Germans. The father died in Auschwitz or on the way there. The mother saved herself and the children through chicanery, trickery, and false papers. They survived during the war period as forced laborers. Half her family died in concentration camps. After the war, the family emigrated to the U.S. and Hertha graduated from Hunter College in New York. She learned the science and art of electron microscopy and was employed by several laboratories. She met her husband Irving at the Goodyear Research Laboratory in Akron, Ohio. Her last position was at the UNM Medical School. Hedy then took over the job of librarian at Congregation B'nai Israel where she cataloged and coded all of its books and made the library available during all school sessions. She was a Sunday school teacher at Temple Mt. Zion in St. Paul, MN and Congregation Albert. She was a life member of Hadassah and served as one of its officers. Hedy wrote a 468 page autobiography of her childhood, her youth during the war, and subsequent years, which together with family albums, will go to the Holocaust Museum in Washington, DC. Hedy was very close to and cared for her mother, who lived with her and her Irving for over 25 years. She died as she wished in their home. Hedy was a dedicated and grateful American and loved its history. She purchased and studied books about its history and the lives of the founding fathers and watched with great interest the PBS programs of early Americana. The furniture she purchased when she was married was early colonial American. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, February 14, 2007, at 1:00 p.m. at Fairview Memorial Park, with Rabbi Arthur Flicker, Rabbi Joseph Black, and Cantor Caitlin Bromberg officiating. Hedy's Family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Congregation B'nai Israel, Albert libraries, Hadassah, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction and care of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 884-1188
        Published on: Wed February 14, 2007

BACH -- Miriam L. Bach, 80, died unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, February 11, 2007. She was born April 5, 1926 in Newton, IA to Pearl A. and Lena Ryan Haifleigh. Family was very important to Miriam and gave her great joy. She was a loving caregiver to both her parents, her husband, and her son-in-law, Robbie for many years. She is survived by her children: Carolyn Butler and husband, Dan of Stanley, Cathy Stubblefield of Edgewood, Ray Bach and wife, Ronay of Canyon, TX, and Carmen Wolfe and husband, Eric of Appleton, WI; 11 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; and many wonderful friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Bach in 1982. Traveling, shopping and gardening were some of her activities. She retired from First National Bank. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 14, 2007, 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE. Services will be Thursday, February 15, 2007, 10:00 a.m. at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd., NE. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Baxter Congregational United Church of Christ, P. O. Box 38, Baxter, IA 50028 or to Jasper County Historical Society, P. O. Box 834, Newton, IA 50208. Miriam spent her first 40 years in Iowa; her second 40 years in New Mexico where she enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest. French Mortuary Lomas Blvd. Chapel 275-3500
        Published on: Wed February 14, 2007

BLOCK -- SHERRILL LOGAN BLOCK February 26, 1937 - July 13, 2006 SHERRY Happy Valentines Sweetheart This is the first Valentines I am without you in 55 years I have no card, candy, flowers, or Teddy Bear for you. all I have is all the love in my broken heart, that I am sending to you in Heaven. SHERRY, I MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU MORE EACH DAY. T. J.
        Published on: Wed February 14, 2007