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BACA -- Arthur Nicholas Baca, age 67, of Albuquerque, died peacefully November 23, 2007. He is survived by his son, Christopher Baca; his three brothers, Richard Baca, Jimmy Baca, and Tommy Baca; and his two sisters, Maryellen Ikekhide and Cathy Rios. Cremation has taken place. A Rosary will be held Friday, November 30, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Queen of Heaven Catholic Church.
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

BACA -- Arthur Nicholas Baca Was born on January 10, 1940 and passed away on November 23, 2007. Arrangements are in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

BARNETT -- CELENE Mrs. Celene Barnett, 56, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 29, 2007, and is now in Heaven with our Lord. Mrs. Barnett is survived by her son, Kenneth Barnett Jr. and fiancee, Melonie Zamora; her partner of 17 years, Delbert Begay; her mother, Carmen Baca; three sisters, Louisa Telles and husband, Willie, Petrita Maldonado and husband, Tony and Mary Baca; one brother, Clarence Baca and wife, Frances; one grandchild on the way; her dearest pet, Harley; and many aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mrs. Barnett was preceded in death by her father, Domingo Baca and Kenneth's father, Kenneth Barnett Sr. Mrs. Barnett was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation for Mrs. Barnett will be a Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 10:15 a.m. by Gabriella Nieto and Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gilbert Baca, Aaron Flores, Matthew Flores, David Gonzales, Tony Maldonado Jr., and Jerome Baca. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7862
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

BARTON -- LEON JAMES The family of Leon James Barton thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

BILLUPS -- Harold W. Billups was born in South Carolina on April 9, 1951. He departed this life at his home on November 30, 2007. He was the first child born to the late Rev. James Billups and Floree Billups. He married Michele Marshall in 1978 and moved to Albuquerque. He was a member of Abundant Life Community Church. Harold was preceded in death by his father, James Billups. He leaves to mourn his loving and devoted wife, Michele Billups; two sons, Nathaniel Billups of Tucson, AZ, and Matthew Billups of Albuquerque, NM; two daughters, Danielle Billups of Albuquerque, NM, and Christina Billups of Macon, GA; his mother, Floree Billups of Albuquerque, NM; five brothers, Derrick Billups, of Albuquerque, NM, Andre Billups of Atlanta, GA, Jerome Billups, Minot, ND, and Sebastion Billups, Tucson, AZ; two grandchildren, Jalin Williams of Albuquerque, NM, and Amauri Crowder of Atlanta, GA; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends too numerous to name. Services will be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2007, 11:00 a.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services-Coal Chapel. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery beginning promptly at 2:30 p.m. Friends may visit Daniels Coal Chapel Mortuary, Wednesday, December 4, 2007, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Arrangements are under the care of: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

BRUIN -- Barbara Alice Binkley Bruin was born on August 31, 1927, in Denver, CO, and passed away on October 6, 2007, in Roswell after a long and courageous battle against cancer. Alice attended the University of Colorado in Boulder and was active in the Coloradan, Concert Band, Fencing Club, Home Economics Club, Spur, WAA, YWCA and was President of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. In 1945, she received an Arts and Sciences Degree. Her next venture was to fly the friendly skies of United Airlines as a stewardess for three years. During that time, she met Jim Bruin and they were married in Denver, CO, on July 22, 1952. In Roswell, Alice taught school until her children James A. (Jay) and Barbara were born. In addition to being a homemaker Alice enjoyed being active in the Roswell Symphony Board and Guild, the Republican Party of Chaves County, the Tri Delt Alums and being Chairwoman of the Bicentennial Celebration in 1976. Alice served 10 years on the Board of Directors for the United New Mexico Bank (now Wells Fargo) and also served on the Board of the Roswell Chamber of Commerce for several years. As a member of the First United Methodist church, she played in the Amis Handbell Choir and served in the Community Kitchen. After a brief semi-retirement, she returned to work as a Field Representative for Congressman Joe Skeen for 8 years. Some of her other activities through the years were the Shakespeare Club, Roswell Reading Club, Tango Dance Club, Roswell Opera Guild and Club. Her survivors include husband Jim, son Jay, daughter Barbara, brother Al Binkley and his sons Cameron, Brock and wife Sharon, and Clay; sister-in-law Geneva Bruin Gardner, and her daughter Kaye, Mary Sue, Nancy and Sally Gardner Giannini (Dr. Bobby Giannini), and Sally's daughter Jocelyn Smith (Peter Greydanus) and son Ryan Gardner Smith (Katrina Tomas) and their son Ronin Tomas-Smith; cousins: Bob and Wendy Siegrist and many other cousins who she loved but are too numerous to mention. Alice loved their dog Bentley, opera, symphony and travel. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Animal Welfare Alliance and the Roswell Symphony Orchestra Foundation. According to her wishes, Alice was cremated and will not have a funeral or memorial service.
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

BUSBEE -- Carl Wilson Busbee January 1979 - November 2006 Each tear I cry tells a story, about a child, a boy, a son. I have tears of sorrow, guilt, and anger. I have tears of love, triumph, and loss that will never leave my heart. Few days are without tears, but my son, one day I will hold you again. Mom
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

CHAMBERS -- Anthony Jay Chambers Was born on February 5, 1963 and passed away on November 22, 2007. Arrangements are in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

COHN -- Frederick Cohn, M.D. passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 28. 2007. Dr. Cohn delivered over 5000 babies in Albuquerque during his 30 years as an Obstetrician-Gynecologist. Born in Bochum, Germany on April 11, 1932, he and his family escaped the Nazi occupation and came to the United States in 1937. He attended school in Lancaster, PA and was salutatorian of his high school senior class. Dr. Cohn had a long and distinguished medical career. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Franklin and Marshall University in Lancaster, where he was elected to the Phi Bet Kappa Honors society. Dr. Cohn graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Medical School and did his internship and residency at Stanford University Hospital. He was licensed to practice medicine in Kentucky, California, Indiana, Arizona and Ohio as well as New Mexico. Dr. Cohn was certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians. He specialized in microscopic tubal surgery for fertility problems. Colleagues have said that he gave his patients strong psychological and emotional support as well as outstanding physical care. A life member of the American Medical Society of Vienna, Dr. Cohn authored the book Human Sexuality. He served as an Assistant Professor at the University of New Mexico and was invited to teach at Oxford University, England. He lectured extensively throughout the world. He was a man of diverse interests. Dr. Cohn loved art and music, especially opera, and was a licensed Real Estate Broker. He served as a Captain in the United States Army for two years. Dr. Cohn was a member of Congregation B'nai Israel for many years. He was a loving husband and father, He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Ellen J. Landis; two sons, David Landis of Los Angeles, CA, and Robert Cohn and wife, Evelyn of Springfield, Virginia. Dr. Cohn is also survived by Ilse Clausner and Larry Cohn of Colorado Springs, CO, Janice Dinner of Paradise Valley, AZ and eight grandchildren. Services will be held Sunday, December 2, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at Congregation B'nai Israel, 4401 Indian School NE. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Bruce Bonnheim, David Bonnheim, James Ganulin, James Landis, Thomas McBride and Joshua Salzman. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Dr. Cohn's honor to Congregation B'Nai Israel, 4401 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007

COWAN -- John Cowan, 90, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, November 30, 2007. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy; sons, Cy Cowan of Artesia and Charles Cowan and wife, Gail of Pennsylvania; and grandchildren, Jocelyn Cowan of Albuquerque, Melissa Cowan of Virginia and Andrew Cowan of Pennsylvania. John served in WWII in the South Pacific. He was president of Southwest Engine Company and worked at Sandia Corp. John was a member of St. Johns Episcopal Cathedral. Cremation has taken place. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun December 02, 2007