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GARCIA NAJERA -- Reuben Garcia Najera died Sunday, May 20, 2007 in Albuquerque at the age of 83. An Evening Service will be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. at Casa Del Rey Church. Visitation will take place on Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Graveside Service will take place on Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

GARTON -- Mary K. Garton, 91, passed away on May 20, 2007. Arrangements are being entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd. SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

GOLDEN -- Willella Brown Golden, 85, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2007. She was born March 19, 1922 in Pueblo, CO. She is survived by her daughter, Jacyne Golden; two nephews; Blaine Senior and Bruce Senior. Private family services will be conducted at a later date. Family suggests donations to The Animal Humane Society Clinic 615 Virginia St SE Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd.NW (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

GRANT -- Tillie A. Grant, 91, a life-long resident of New Mexico, went home with the Lord on Saturday, May 19, 2007. She is survived by her children: Dianna and husband, Tony Bargas, Priscilla and husband, Harry Schiltz, Marie Achilles, Joey Grant and wife, Sheila; grandchildren, Michelle Anaya (Freddie), Martin Bargas (Vanessa), Robert Bargas (Valerie), John Bargas, Wayne Schiltz, David Palmer (Jen), Patrick Schiltz (Faith), Robbie Schiltz, Timmie Schiltz, Dr. Chad Achilles, Todd Achilles, Grant Achilles, Joseph Grant, and Melissa Grant; great-grandchildren, Michael, Isaac, Isaiah, Paige, Mia, Amari, Sean, Sebastian, Zachary, Nathaniel, Cheyenne, Emma, and Robbie; great-great-granddaughter, Cameryn; sister, Dora Zamora; brother-in-law, Dickie Grant; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton Grant; son-in-law, Doug Achilles; granddaughter, Jennifer Grant; and great-grandsons, Isidro and Israel Anaya. Mrs. Grant graduated from Capitan High School as valedictorian and was a star basketball player. She got an associates degree in business from Browning Business College. She was one of the founding members of Holy Ghost Parish, a member of the Altar Rosary Society, was a lector and Eucharistic minister. Mrs. Grant was very active at St. Pius School while her children were students. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt and always put others before herself. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, May 23, 2007, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Visitation will be one hour prior to the rosary. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Thursday, May 24, 9:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her memory to St. Vincent de Paul Society, 713 4th SW, Albuquerque 87102. Special thanks to Presbyterian Hospice, especially Brenda, Irene, Dianna, and Jane for their care. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

HANSCHE -- George E. Hansche passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2007. He was born in Racine, Wisconsin. George attended Ripon College, then got his PhD in Physics at Ohio State University. He met and married Helen Johnson in Albuquerque in 1945. After a year teaching at Rose Poly in Terre Haute, Indiana, they returned to Albuquerque where George worked for Sandia National Laboratories for the rest of his career. After retiring from Sandia Labs, they enjoyed traveling in their RV and gardening. George was preceded in death by one grandson and he is survived by his wife, Helen; two sons, Bruce and wife, Chris, Brian and wife, Margie; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Memorial Service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, on Friday, May 25, 2007 at 2:00pm. Please send any memorial donations to the Deacons' Fund at First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, ABQ, NM. 87102. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

JARAMILLO -- Andres Jaramillo was born August 3, 1933. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, he fell asleep Friday, May 18, 2007. Andres was a hard working, family man and a roofer by trade. He loved to gardening and enjoyed animals. Andres always enjoyed spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jane Moya. Andres is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Antonita Jaramillo; children, Ralph Jaramillo, Eddie Jaramillo, Ricky Jaramillo, Steve Jaramillo, Charlene Jaramillo and husband, Ian Garcia; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Martinez, Eita Barela and husband, Percy; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Funeral Services will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 550 Atrisco Dr. SW. on Wednesday, May 23, 2007. A viewing will begin at 8:00 a.m. A Rosary will be recited at 8:30 concluded by the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

LAROSA -- Barbara A. LaRosa, 68, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1990, passed away on Monday, May 21, 2007. Barbara had been the owner of Pack-N-Post in Rio Rancho since 1996. Barbara was entirely devoted to her children and their families. She was a member of the Church of the Incarnation. Barbara was an active supporter of the Rio Rancho sports programs with her grandchildren. Barbara loved to bowl and she really loved Rio Rancho. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carmela Buonantony in 2002. Barbara is survived by her father, Charles F. Buonantony Sr. of Rio Rancho; children, Joseph LaRosa and wife, Deborah of Rio Rancho, and Patricia Salzone and husband, Frank of Edison, NJ; grandchildren, Angela LaRosa, Francesca LaRosa, Stephen LaRosa, Samantha Salzone, and Francesca Salzone; one great-grandchild, Gabriella LaRosa; one brother, Charles F. Buonantony Jr.; and her many dear friends who will miss her dearly. The Rosary will be recited today, Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. at the Church of the Incarnation, 2309 Monterrey Rd. NE, Rio Rancho with Fr. Rick Zerwas as the celebrant. Entombment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

MARTINEZ -- David Martinez was born February 15, 1963 in Albuquerque, NM. He passed away at his home Thursday, May 17, 2007. David was preceded in death by his mother, Lena Martinez and brother, Oliver. He is survived by his father, Martin Martinez; son, David Jr.; daughter, Diana; granddaughter, Leticia Cacias; sisters, Helen and Perfecto, Crusita and Joe, Mary and Tony; brothers, Johnny and Cynthia, Joe Martinez and Mary, Dragon, Michael and Michelle, and Jessie Martinez; one great-niece, Desiree Martinez who will miss her uncle dearly; also loved by his step-children, Ronnie, Emma and Geneva; goddaughter, Blanca Martinez; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Mansfield officiating. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

MORA -- Ben Mora, age 74, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, was born in Chilili, NM and went home to be with our Lord on Sunday, May 20, 2007. Ben lived his life in "blazing saddles" he was a strong, handsome, and tenacious man who was always ready to crack a joke or tell a story. Ben was a bus contractor for APS for over 15 years and worked for the state highway department for over 10 years. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. In his later days he was a foster grandparent and board member teaching children in Los Lunas schools. He was a rancher, business owner, mechanic, hunter, fisher, inventor, brother, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His smile and lively spirit will be missed by many. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Vivian Mora. Ben is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Aneda Mora who he lovingly cared for and protected. Five children, Charlene Vallejos of Los Lunas, Marylin Proscia and her husband, Michael, Ben Mora, III and his wife, Anita, Renee Mora and her husband, Carlos, and Gary Mora and his wife, Dovie, all of Albuquerque, NM; grandchildren, Althea and Cody Strong, Adam Vallejos, and Ashley and Aneda "Needy" Mora. Great-grandchildren, Lilly and Juda Strong were blessed to know their "gramps". Siblings, Mikie Francis and her husband, Carmie of California, Frank Mora and his wife, Lilla of California, Ruth Harvey and her husband, Earl of Seattle, WA, Louise Mora and her husband, Louis of Albuquerque, Bobbie Mora and his wife, Patsie of Albuquerque, Alice Hanson and her husband, Ed of California, Albert Mora and his wife, Bella of Pajarito, Andy Mora and his wife, Delores of Albuquerque; and many beloved nieces and nephews who will miss his loving and strong spirit. Cremation has taken place and services will be held at San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas beginning with a visitation on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held on Thursday, May 24, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with Father Doug Mitchell presiding. Interment will take place at a later date. Honorary pallbearers will be Ben Mora, III, Gary Mora, Adam Vallejos, Michael Proscia, and Carlos and Anthony Mora. Sign Ben's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007

NEVADA -- Henry Nevada, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Sunday, May 20, 2007. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Emily Nevada; three children, Ernie Nevada and wife, Petra, of Albuquerque, Emily Nolan of Frederick, CO, and Phillip Nevada and wife, Ronnie; 11 grandchildren, Bradley Nolan and wife, Kelly, Scott Nolan, Ryan Nolan, Robert Nevada, Eric Nevada and wife, Andrea, Elizabeth Nevada, Jarrod Loretto and wife, Shayleen, Michelle Kaemerer and husband, John, Phillip Nevada, Jason Clapp and wife, Pamela, and Justin Clapp; eight great-grandchildren, Jordan, Leah, Patrick, Natalie, Cheyanne, Jaiden, Jacelynn, and Taylor; and numerous other relatives and friends. Henry was preceded in death by his parents, Clem and Dolores Pena Nevada; one brother; and three sisters. He was born on May 31, 1915 in Los Angeles, CA. Henry joined the U.S. Navy in 1941 and served until 1945 during WWII. He married Emily Salazar in 1945 and moved to Albuquerque where he was a produce manager for Furr's Supermarkets until his retirement in 1980. Henry stayed home for three months before returning to work at Otero's Cost Plus where he worked until age 82. He served as President of the Retail Clerks Union from 1963 to 1967. Henry enjoyed serving his customers through the many years and watching professional golf. He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, May 23, 2007 from 6:00 p.m. until Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, Thursday, May 24, 2007, 9:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Thursday, May 24, 2007, 1:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, Attn. Executive Director, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666 . Henry's family would like to express a special thanks to his caregivers, Deborah, Bernadette, and Brenda and neighbors, Charlotte Marquez and Lorene Valdez. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505)823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Tue May 22, 2007