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UTLEY -- Howard "Smiley" Utley, age 60, of Rio Rancho, passed away after a battle with mesotheleoma cancer, Sunday, May 13, 2007. Smiley was a loving husband to his wife, Kathie. He was an avid fan of professional wrestling and loved working on cars. Smiley was great with his hands, and could fix or build almost anything. Smiley is survived by his wife Kathie; son, Howard, Jr.; daughter, Christina Marie; step-daughters, Shelley and Heather; and grandchildren. A memorial Service will be held Monday, May 21, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE with a reception to follow. French Mortuary, Inc. 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun May 20, 2007

VASQUEZ -- Marilyn J. Vasquez, age 77, of Albuquerque, passed away after an extended illness on Monday, May 14, 2007. Marilyn was born and raised in Socorro to Beatrice and Ernest Stapleton. After her mother's death, she attended and graduated in 1948, from Harwood Girls School in Albuquerque. Marilyn was well known for her wonderful baking, cooking, and hospitality. She was very active in her church for many years. Marilyn never met a stranger and will be greatly missed by all. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry B. Burgess, and her second husband, Eliberto Vasquez. Marilyn and Harry had two beloved daughters who survived them, Myra Rollins and her husband, Gary, and Anna Hernandez and her husband, Art; dearly loved brothers, Ernest Stapleton and his wife, RoseMary and Conrad Stapleton and his wife, Linda; the grandchildren whom she adored, Andrew and Austin Hernandez; and many cousins; one aunt; nieces and nephews, and friends. Services were already held and interment was in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 209, Albuquerque, NM 87111 (505) 266-2195 or to Ambercare Hospice Foundation, 2129 Osuna Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113 (505) 244-0046. French Mortuary, Inc. 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun May 20, 2007

WALSTON -- Esther Fay Walston passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2007, in Albuquerque, NM. Prior to moving to Albuquerque two years ago, she had been a long-time resident of Farmers Branch, TX. There she was an active member of Chapel Hill United Methodist Church, and subsequently transferred to St. Johns United Methodist Church in Albuquerque. Born in Beaumont, TX, in 1921, she graduated from Lamar Tech, studying voice. She married Thomas E. Walston, Jr. in 1941, and raised a family of three children. She continued her education with a BA from Tulane University in New Orleans and a Master of Library Science from Texas Woman's University in Denton, TX in 1971. She worked in education for many years and always participated in or directed church choirs or music programs. A vibrant, joyous Christian, she volunteered with Meals on Wheels for over 30 years and took Spanish classes so she could better serve as a volunteer at Metrocrest Family Health Clinic in Carrollton, TX. Her husband, Thomas E. Walston, Jr., and her son, Thomas E. Walston, III, predeceased Mrs. Walston. Her daughter, Jacqueline Fay Walston of Sanger, TX, and son, Roy and wife, Yvonne Walston, of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Abigail Walston Wright of Canyon, TX and Kirk A. Walston of Forgon, OK; and three great-grandchildren, survive her. A Celebration Memorial will be held at St. Johns United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, on Thursday, May 24, 2007 at 6 p.m. She was laid to rest on May 18, 2007 at Restland Cemetery in Dallas, TX.
        Published on: Sun May 20, 2007

WARREN -- Miriam B. Warren, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, NM for more than sixty years, passed away on May 18, 2007 in Albuquerque. Mrs.Warren was born on June 10, 1915 to Charles Burtis and Emma True (Newby) Barnes of Las Vegas, NM. She graduated Suma Cum Laude of her class at Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM in 1937. She belonged to the Tri Sigma Sorority Alumni and Eastern Star. Her interests were family, home, traveling, bookkeeping and reading. She was the previous co-owner and bookkeeper for Warren Auto Supply and ABC Mobile Brakes. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert (Deb) Warren in 1974. She is survived by a son, Michael Warren and his wife, Margaret, of Eden Prairie, MN; a daughter, True Dee Paques and husband, Ed, of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Robin Baxter and her husband, James, Jon Paques and his wife, Stephanie, of Albuquerque, and Deborah Chebatar and her husband, Gerry, of Virginia; and four great-grandchildren, Debbie Jo Baxter, Justin and Shaun Paques, and Jason Chebatar; a niece, Zona Faye Cottrill and her husband, Richard; as well as several grand-nieces and -nephews. Viewing and Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. The Graveside Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Reverend Raymond Franks will be presiding over the services. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the charity of your choice. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Home A member of Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlilse Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
        Published on: Sun May 20, 2007

WHITT -- June Elizabeth Whitt has a new home. June made her journey to Heaven on May 14, 2007. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Roy L. Whitt; and her daughter. Janice Cherner and husband. Elliot of Chandler, AZ. June is also survived by two grandsons of whom she was so proud of and loved so much, Timothy R. and wife, Cecelia McCants of Edgewood, NM and Michael R. and wife, Rosa McCants of Mesa, AZ. Timothy gave her six great-grandchildren, Brittany 18, Dennis 13, Michael 10, Nicholas 8, William (Billy) 7, and Dillon 7. Michael gave her four great-grandchildren, Derek 7, Tyler 7, Ashley 3, and Nathan 2. June has two surviving brothers, Glenn and wife, Pat Heise of Florida and David and wife, Roxanne Heise of Washington State. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert R. Whitt; two sisters, Doris Post and Jennette Heise; and closest cousin, William Wilhelm. June was 75 years old. She was born on July 12, 1931 in La Porte, IN to Glenn and Madiline Heise. She was raised in Indiana, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico, but her heart belonged to Indiana. On June 10, 1982 June suffered a massive stroke causing her paralyses on her left side and uncontrollable pain. She never let this stop her from loving her family and friends even until the very end. June was a devoted wife, mother and friend, but her biggest joy was being "Nana" to her two grandsons, and then great-grandchildren. June was a great friend and has left many friends behind, including Dean and Nona Gay Jones of Albuquerque, NM. She will be greatly missed but think of the freedom she is now enjoying from her weak earthly body while she is soaking up Heaven and all its glory. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505)823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun May 20, 2007

WINGERT -- Joseph L. Wingert, age 92, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2007 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on July 7, 1914 to Joseph and Sadie Wingert in Paelo, KS. Joseph spent his career serving his nation in the United States Air Force. He served in WWII and Korea, in various locations around the world. After retirement from the Air Force, Joseph became an agent for The Indian Health Service as an accountant. He was known affectionately as "Mr. Joe", his neighbors knew him as a kind, loving and helpful neighbor, always ready to do whatever was needed in the neighborhood. Joseph is survived by his sister, Betty Amman of Flint, MI; step-daughter, Mae Macomber and husband, Paul of Brevard, NC; and Mae's children, Donna Banghart and husband, Ralph of Washington, NJ and Eric Hineline of Phoenix, AZ; three step-grandchildren, Kim and David Platko of Dallas, TX and Mark Platko of New York; sister-in-law, Juanita Mouchett and husband, Clyde of Midwest City, OK and their daughter, Sarah Cook and husband, Dennis and their son, Jesse Cook of Edmond, OK. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Bessie Mae Wingert, and step-daughter, Gwen Platko and her husband, Paul and step-great-grandson, Joey Hineline. Cremation has taken place. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505)823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun May 20, 2007

WYCKOFF -- John Wyckoff, a pioneering marketing consultant, sales trainer, author, and motivational speaker for the recreational power sports industry, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2007 at his home in Corrales, NM. Born in Newark, NJ on June 7, 1933, John left high school to serve with the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. He met and married Marjorie Stanley Walker while stationed in Hawaii. Upon returning from military service John launched his career as an auto and motorcycle mechanic, eventually moving into managerial positions, gaining the trust of industry associates nationwide. As founder and Chairman of the Board of Intersport Fashions West, he presided over a dynamic industry leader that produced more than 50-percent of all the leather riding apparel sold by retailers in the motorcycle and snowmobile industry. Throughout his distinguished career he served on the Board of Directors of the American Motorcyclist Association, the Motorcycle Trade Association, and the after-market committee of the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC). In 1990 he was awarded the "Key Award" by the MIC, one of only six people ever to have been so honored. John's most recent award was to be honored as the recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award, 2005 Excellence Awards, at the Easyriders V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, OH in January 2005. He was a prolific writer on issues pertaining to sales and marketing. He wrote a regular monthly column for "Motorcycle Product News," a motorcycle trade publication and "Motorcycle Consumer News," a motorcycle consumer publication. He also wrote for "Dealernews", "Motorcycle Industry", "Cycle News", "Cycle Magazine", "Rider Magazine", "Motorcyclist", "Hot Bike" and "Easyriders". His articles regularly appeared on several Internet sites including www.DealershipUniversity.com and www.smallbiztrends.com. John published two books, which focused on the operation of powersports dealerships: "Mind Your Own Business" published in 1980 and "MYOB-2" published in 2005. During the past 20 years John conducted more than 100 training programs for Harley-Davidson's district managers and dealers. He also taught at the Harley-Davidson University for more than a decade. Some of his other clients have included ADP Lightspeed, Big Dog, American IronHorse, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki and BMW, Simplicity and Dixon Industries. After moving to Corrales in 1986, he worked as a volunteer for the Village to set up computer systems for the Corrales Police Department and the court. He also served as Deputy Marshall in Magdalena where he had built a second home. John is survived by his wife of 53 years, Marjorie Wyckoff; his daughter, Laurel Wyckoff; a daughter-in-law, Colleen Wyckoff; a son-in-law, Joseph Franklin; and two sisters, Judith Faugno and Beverly Dornbusch. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, June 11, 2007 at 10 a.m. at the Old San Ysidro Church, 804 Old Church Road in Corrales, NM. Instead of flowers, please make donations to: Prostate Cancer Support Association of New Mexico, Inc. (PCSA of NM) 909 Virginia NE #109 Albuquerque, NM 87108 (505) 254-7784 Chamber Music Albuquerque P.O. Box 3343 Albuquerque, NM 87190 (505) 268-1990
        Published on: Sun May 20, 2007

ARGYRES -- Pete George Argyres, born September 14, 1963, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away May 18, 2007. Pete was known for his zest for life and those who surrounded him; he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt. Pete lived life to the fullest with his dogs he called "the boys" (Black and Boz). He was preceded in death by his best friend and fishing buddy, Mike Strother. Pete leaves behind his parents, George and Katherine Argyres of Albuquerque; his brothers, Dino Argyres and his daughter, Shay Lynn of Albuquerque, Franks Argyres and wife, Vanessa and their two boys, Andrew and Georgie of Seattle, WA, and Demetres Argyres also of Albuquerque; along with numerous other relatives and friends. The Trisagion will be Monday, May 21, 2007, in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Services will be held Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at St George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High St. SE, with Father Paul Patitsas presiding; burial to follow in Fairview Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the NM Heart Association, St George Greek Orthodox Church, or a charity of your choice. Pete's family would like to extend a very special thank you to Dr. Lootsios, Dr. Ierides, Dr. Salim Wolji, and the entire staff of the CCC Unit of Presbyterian Hospital for all of their help and support during this trying time. Arrangements and Services are under the care and direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary A Member of Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave. SE 505-842-8800
        Published on: Mon May 21, 2007

CARTER -- George Leonard Carter Jr. was born April 25, 1954 in Merced, CA and went home to with our Lord and Savior May 11, 2007. He was the son of George L. and Evelyn L. Carter Sr. and is survived by his son, George L. Carter III; sisters, Nora J. Carter and Stephanie A. Carter, all of Albuquerque; and brother, Michael D. Carter and wife, Carla of Fresno, CA. He was preceded in death by a sister, Glenda M. Flennoy. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and friends in Albuquerque as well as in Maui, HI. George was an Iron Worker here in Albuquerque and in his last residence of Hawaii until a disabling accident three years ago. He loved God, life, laughter, and was very giving. He was deeply loved and will be missed by all. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at 10;00 a.m. at New Hope Full Gospel Baptist Church on 1901 Pennsylvania NE, Albuquerque, NM. Arrangements entrusted to: A Member of The Daniels Family Funeral Services Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Mon May 21, 2007

D'ARCO -- Fr. Andrew P. D'arco May 21, 1950 - May 27, 1992 Happy Birthday Andy Love Mom and Dad
        Published on: Mon May 21, 2007