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MEYER -- Thomas O. "Tommy" Meyer, born September 8, 1919 in Wapakoneta, OH and a long time resident of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2007. Tom is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mary; son, Thomas Meyer and granddaughters, Katie and Martha of Middleton, WI; daughter, Anne Lindgren and husband, Kevin and grandsons, Kristopher and Justin of Albuquerque; son, Michael Meyer and wife, Denise, and granddaughter, Adrienne of Albuquerque; brother, William J. Meyer and wife, Sue; sister, Elizabeth "Betty" McDonald and husband, Lavon; sisters-in- law, Catherine Rowe and Denise Meyer; and by numerous nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and -nephews. Tom was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John and Don Meyer; and sisters, Mary Ellen Strosnider and Catherine Yoder. He was an employee of Sandia National Laboratories for 32 yeas and a graduate of The University of New Mexico Department of Civil Engineering. Tom was a lifetime member of Delta Sigma Phi, Alpha XI Chapter. He served our country during WWII, both in the Army Air Corps and in the United States Navy Seabees. Tom was a mentor to many and loved by us all. His priorities were to be of service to God, Country, Family and Friends. A Rosary will be recited at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel Thursday, January 11, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Services will be held at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE on Friday, January 12, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the University of New Mexico Civil Engineering Scholarship Fund, UNM, Albuquerque, NM 87131 or to Presbyterian Health Care Foundation, P. O Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM 87125, for Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit. Tom's family wishes to express their thanks to nieces and nephews and friends of the family for their support in this time of need. We would like to thank all the staff members of Presbyterian Hospital and especially the staff of Presbyterian Hospice Care for their help in our time of need. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Tue January 09, 2007

RICHARDSON -- Mildred N. Richardson, age 87, went home to be with the Lord, on December 31, 2006 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on May 4, 1919 to Joseph and Vesta Noble in Atlanta, GA. Mildred at heart was as a homemaker, but she did enjoy working outside of the home. She was a secretary for Swift & Co. in Waycross, GA. Mildred married Russell Richardson in 1943 in Waycross, GA and traveled to Japan in 1945 and Germany in 1959 for the military. After Russell retired from the United States Air Force in 1963, the family moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she worked as a librarian for the Zimmerman Library at UNM. In recent years she was the Chairman of the Board for the Santa Fe County Association for Family Community Education Extension of New Mexico State University. Mildred was very active in the First Baptist Church of Edgewood, NM and kept busy doing all sorts of arts and crafts. Mildred is survived by her two children: one son, Robert Scott Richardson and wife, Joan of Bear, DE, and one daughter, Virginia Kulpit and husband, Michael of Poulsbo, WA; one son-in-law, Thomas N. Thompson of Albuquerque, NM; 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews; one sister, Mary Ellen Hattaway and husband, Dewitt of Waycross, GA. Mildred was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Scott Richardson in 2002 and one daughter, Margaret Ann Thompson in 2006. A Memorial Service will be on Thursday, January 11, 2006 at 2:00 p.m., First Baptist Church of Edgewood, NM with Pastor Brian Piatt, officiating. Friends may visit on Thursday, January 11, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel. Interment will be on Friday, January 12, 2006 at 10:00 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 90791, 87199 or the American Lung Association, 7001 Menaul Blvd. NE, Suite 1-A, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Tue January 09, 2007

SANCHEZ -- Patrick James Sanchez. The family of Patrick James Sanchez, who passed away suddenly, Sunday, December 31, 2006, wish to thank all of the aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and numerous friends who supported them during their recent loss of Patrick. Your prayers and kind thoughts will always be remembered. A special thank you to Bob Vandenberg and Direct Funeral Services. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue January 09, 2007

TAPIA -- John Tapia, 81, a resident of Los Lunas, died Friday, January 5, 2007. All Services for Mr. Tapia will be held on Wednesday. A Rosary will be at 9:00 a.m. with the Life Celebration Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Charles Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE. Burial will be at 1:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
        Published on: Tue January 09, 2007

TORRES -- Josephine Torres, 76, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday January 6, 2007. She is survived by her children, Sam Torres and wife, Alice, Angela Vargas and husband, Bob, Jack Torres, Mike Torres, Frank Torres and wife, Denise, Vickie Mora, Leroy Torres and wife, Loretta, David Torres, and Gabriel Torres and wife, Dawn; 24 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren; one brother; and seven sisters; and a large, extended family. Mrs. Torres was preceded in death by her husband, Joaquin Torres; her son, Richard Torres; her grandson, Gabriel Torres; and two brothers, Julian Garcia and Mike Garcia; and one sister, Mary Gurule. Josephine was a long time member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 817 Arno SE. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Private disposition will take place. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 817 Arno SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Tue January 09, 2007

WILLIAMS -- Ricky Dale Williams, 45, a resident of Rio Rancho and Albuquerque since 1965, passed away on January 7, 2007. Ricky was born April 5, 1961, the son of Elgin Charles and Irene Wells Williams Jr. in Camp LeJeune, NC. He had worked as a contractor in residential construction before his death. Ricky was a volunteer for over 20 years with YAFL football where he served in several different capacities. Ricky is survived by his father, E. C. Williams of Houston, TX; mother, Irene Williams of Rio Rancho, NM; sister, Connie Shingleton and husband Rob of Rio Rancho, NM; brother, Gary Williams; and sister, Cindy Smith and husband, J.P., both of Aztec, NM; nieces and nephews, David Ortiz and wife, Fabiola of Alexandria, VA, Jim Williams of Reno, NV, and Kyra Dinwiddie of Durango, CO; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and numerous friends. The family extends their sincerest thanks to the members of the Rio Rancho Department of Public Safety for all their support. Visitation for Ricky will be held on Thursday, January 11, 2007 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Family Room of Daniels Family Funeral Services at Vista Verde, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Service will be on Saturday, January 13, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Rio Rancho. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
        Published on: Tue January 09, 2007

BRASS -- Edward E. (Tyker) Brass, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2007. He was born in Lawrence, KS on September 8, 1928, the son of Edward B. and Martha Beaunice Brass. He served as a Captain in the USAF and was a decorated veteran flying transport planes in Korea during the Korean War. He graduated from Kansas University where he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. He completed a 32 year career at Sandia National Laboratories, retiring in 1989. During retirement, Ed was a docent at the Rio Grande Zoo, a member of the Coronado Wolfpack, a judge during elections and enjoyed traveling with his wife, and fun and games with family and friends. Ed was a faithful and devoted husband and father who loved his God, his family, and his country. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Doris J. Brass; son, Eric Brass of Omaha, NE; daughter, Anne E. Silva and husband, Aaron of Belen; and grandchildren, Alejandro and Aundrea Silva. Cremation has taken place and friends are invited to join the family in celebration of his life at a Memorial Service on Friday, January 12, 2007 at 3:30 p.m. at French Mortuary - Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. A reception will follow at the family home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Ronald McDonald House, 1011 Yale NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106. Interment will take place later at Santa Fe National Cemetery in a family ceremony. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Wed January 10, 2007

BRISCOE -- George Briscoe, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM has gone home to our Lord at the age of 82. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carmen Briscoe; one son, Jerry Briscoe; and two daughters, Cathy Briscoe and Connie Briscoe. George is survived by his daughters, Yvette Briscoe-Thomas and Danny of New Orleans, LA, Georgianna Gallegos and husband Tibo of Los Lunas, NM; sons, George Briscoe Jr. of Moriarty, NM, Mike Briscoe and wife, Kerry of Washington; two brothers, Paul Briscoe and wife, Georgia, Tom Briscoe and his wife, of Florida; two sisters, Jewel Clark of Virginia and Melba Spell of Flora, IL; grandchildren, Carmelita Gutierrez of the family home, Timothy, Leslie, Carl, Tiffany of Louisiana and Travis Briscoe, Codie Stolt, Marie Zamora, Matthew Martinez, Jill, Ellen, Nichole, Cameron, and Megan Rae Briscoe of Washington; as well as many great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews who loved and will miss him. Memorial Services will be held at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Rd. SW. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, January 12, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 13, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. with burial following at Los Padillas Cemetery on South Coors. The Honorary pallbearer will be Ernest Montoya. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Wed January 10, 2007

CHAVEZ -- Albino Ricardo Chavez, age 77, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, and formerly of Belen, NM, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 6, 2007. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Albuquerque. Albino was a radio announcer for KARS Radio in Belen for several years. He moved to Albuquerque in the early 1960s and went to work for Mountain Bell - U. S. West, then ending his career with Qwest in 2000 as a phone operator. He was preceded in death by his parents, Guillermo B. Chavez and Crucita Barreras Chavez; two sisters, Susan Peralta and Dolores C. Garcia; and one brother, Matias Chavez. Albino is survived by one loving niece, Marcella Maldonado and her husband, Adolfo; four great-nieces, Twila Maldonado and her fiance, Johnny Chavez, Melissa Garcia and her fiance, Teddy Sanchez, Mary Ann Maldonado and her fiance, Anthony Gonzales, and Kristen Garcia; and two nephews, Ronald Chavez and his wife, Theresa, and Bennie Chavez. He is also survived by seven great-great loving nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at Romero Funeral Home Chapel. Rosary will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 11, 2007 and Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with Father Clement Onwunata. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Gonzales, Johnny Chavez, Ronald Chavez, Ralph Barreras, and Twila and Mary Ann Maldonado. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen. Visit online register at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com
        Published on: Wed January 10, 2007

CHAVEZ -- Nolbert "Ben" Chavez, 70, a resident of Belen, died Monday, January 8, 2007. He is survived by his brother, Rudy L. Chavez and wife, JoAnne of Belen; sister, Florie Chavez and husband, David; sister-in-law, Frances Chavez of Belen; brothers-in-law, Cayetano Padilla of Belen and Sal Artiaga of Florida; many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Mr. Chavez was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Ramon and Josefita P. Chavez; brothers, Robert Silverio and Bennie Chavez; sisters, Susan Artiaga and Mary Padilla; sister-in-law, Lorraine Chavez; and great-niece, Francine Renee Sanchez. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church and has been attending Mass daily for 49 years. Mr. Chavez would spend most of his day praying daily devotional, novenas and rosary. His favorite pastime was drawing, and he had a love for watches. Rosary will be recited Friday, January 5, 2007, 10:30 a.m. Mass will follow Rosary at 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Filbert Chavez, James Chavez, Chris Chavez, Carl Chavez, Joe Ray Padilla, and Gerald Padilla. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed January 10, 2007