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HAMILTON -- James E., 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, died a sudden death Tuesday, April 8, 2008. He was born January 15, 1933, to Joseph E. and Mary (Keast) Hamilton in Lansing, Michigan. His loving wife of 50 years, Nora F. Hamilton, and infant daughter, Rhonda Lynn Hamilton, preceded him in death. He is survived by his children, Joetta (Jo) Cormier and spouse, Ronnie, of Albuquerque, Michael Hamilton of Albuquerque, and Natalie Johnson and spouse, James, of Shoreline, WA; his sisters, Mary Jo Welch of Dallas, TX and Patricia Lonergan of Bend, OR; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. James was retired after being self-employed for many years; his former businesses were M&S Transmissions and co-owner of Wholesale Auto Parts. He enjoyed camping and fishing, playing cribbage, and pinochle. He was also a US Navy Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Rosary will be recited on Monday, April 14, 2008, 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with viewing from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 1:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Joe Cormier, James E. Johnson, Anthony Herrera, Joe Aceves, Shane Rodgers, Josh Catron, and Alan Bullard. Honorary pallbearers will be James W. Johnson, Ronnie Cormier, and E-Jay Hamilton. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary
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HANNA -- Billy April 12, 1939 - January 7, 2000 Happy birthday Daddy, Papa! We hope you enjoy yourself a hefty helping of ice cream. We all wish you were here to blow out the candles on your cake and open presents with us, but we bet your doing fine up there. We love you and miss you so very, very much!! Love, Jimmy, Debbie, Gabriella, Marissa, and Vincent
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HANNA -- Billy Hanna April 12, 1939 - January 7, 2000 HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY, PAPA!! Another birthday in Heaven. Hope you have a happy day. We all miss you so much!! I can't wait to see you again daddy! Love you forever, Mary, Angel, Dominic, Jenny, Aja, Holly, and Laci.
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HOOD -- In loving memory of Doris E. Hood Happy Birhtday Mom April 12, 1928 - October 22, 2007 We miss you so much mom! You are always in our thoughts. We love you !!! Your family
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MARQUART -- Audean Elaine Marquart, 86, passed away April 7, 2008, at 8:05 a.m. She was a faithful servant of Jehovah for many years and had confidence in the resurrection hope promised by Jesus Christ at John 5:28, 29. Until that time, she will be missed dearly by her family and friends. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Lyman Marquart; sister, Janice Born; brothe,r James Schultz; daughter, Colline Garcia and husband, Louis; grandson, Christopher Skubis and wife, Cynthia; grandson Marc Skubis and wife, Julie. A Memorial Service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Northeast Congregation- 8904 Menaul Blvd. NE, on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MCDILL -- 1917-2008 James McDill Peoples, Jr., age 90, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, after surviving prostate cancer, stroke, heart attacks, renal failure, and low alfalfa prices. He was known as James, Jim, and to most of Valencia County as "Mr. People". He was born in Matthews, NC, and plowed his father's fields behind mules while still in elementary school. He grew up attending Sardis Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC, where burial took place on St. Patrick's Day in the family plot. Jim served his country in the United States Army Air Corps from 1941-1946. He was stationed at Kirtland as well as in the Philippines and Japan. Following discharge, Jim returned to Albuquerque and made it his home. He was a realtor, but a farmer at heart, and moved to Valencia County in 1974 to farm and raise Hereford beef cattle and Alfalfa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mattie and James McDill Peoples Sr.; his sister, Rachael; brother, Preston; infant daughter, Charlotte; and stepdaughter, Candi Smith. James is survived by his devoted wife, Claire; son, James R.; stepchildren, Harold, Jeni, and Kent and their spouses; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his three sisters, Perry, Margaret, and Emma. James was a life Shriner and family request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Shiners Hospitals for Children, Edgar Mc Gonigal, P.O. Box 31356, Tampa, FL, 33631-3356. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Matthews Episcopal Mission in Los Lunas, located in the Chapel of the old training school on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow at the Luna Mansion. Y'all come. Sign James's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM.
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MCGINNIS -- James Eugene McGinnis was born February 6, 2008, and passed away April 4, 2008. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE 764-9663 www.riversidefunerals.com
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MCGRATH -- Dora K. McGrath, 97, of Albuquerque, NM, and an avid Lobo's fan, passed away Monday, March 31, 2008. She was born and raised in Vernon Center, MN. She moved to Albuquerque in the 1950's with her sister, Mary (deceased). Dora had many fond memories of growing up in Vernon Center with her sister, Mary, and brothers, Charles and Edwin. She took great pride and interest in her family's history as described in her genealogy writing. She had a voice for music, a gift for writing, a sense of humor, and timing for one-liners. Dora served with the Red Cross hospitals in England and the Philippines during WWII and attended the Aquinas Newman Center faithfully. She is survived by her niece, Betsy Linsert, of VA; nephews, Charles Kraus of GA and David Kraus of MN; and numerous great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Charles and Edwin Kraus; and sister, Mary Kraus. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be on Monday, April 14, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. at the Aquinas Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas NE, Albuquerque, NM. Interment will be at St. Mathews Cemetery in Vernon Center, Minnesota at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the Red Cross. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MERCER -- Allen V. Mercer, a resident of Albuquerque for over 60 years, died on April 10, 2008, in his home surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Mercer was born on July 23, 1926, to Lafe and Lena Mercer, in Prescott, Arizona. Allen worked for the Army Corp. of Engineers for more than 30 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, from July 17, 1944 to June 10, 1946. He served on the USS Carlisle in the Pacific and has been attending reunions with shipmates for the past 13 years. He was a member of BPOE- Lodge 461 for 52 years. Allen is survived by his wife Helen; son, Lloyd Mercer and Beth Herring; daughters, Carla Mercer, Lynn Mercer, Phyllis Fetherolf; grandsons Trey Mercer and Nicole Liberty, Dillon Lesniak; granddaughters, Alex Lesniak, Renee Kissinger, Tami Buhr; sister, Dorothy Eddleman; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Harold Mercer. A visitation will be held at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. on Saturday April 12, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. followed by a Service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Albuquerque. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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PITTELL -- Glenn Pittell died suddenly April 8, at age 55. Glenn was a sculptor, collector of rustic treasures, would-be bull rider, Scrabble enthusiast, dart fiend, and a gourmet/gourmand with a special affinity for his outdoor kitchen. Glenn was a much-loved husband, brother, uncle, friend, and neighbor in the Fringecrest community. Glenn was also a dedicated mental health professional who brought commitment and tenacity to his work with clients and their families. Glenn was raised on his beloved Galveston Island, and those environs had a profound influence on his loves and life. Glenn received his BFA from the University of Texas in Austin, and went on to a MA in Art Education with Art Therapy emphasis at UNM. Glenn took great pride in introducing an art therapy program to the Albertina Kerr Center in Portland, Oregon where he worked with behaviorally-disordered adolescents. Returning to New Mexico in 2001, Glenn continued his mental health work at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital, most recently as a discharge planner for the inpatient psychiatric unit. Glenn is survived by his wife, Lynn Hillas; sister and brother-in-law, Jill and Bob Randall, of Galveston; niece, Clair; and nephew, Spencer; brother and wife, Mark and Sue Pittel, of Houston; and nephew, Mike. Glenn will be remembered for his compulsion to befriend, screwball humor, and expansive heart. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Glenn's name to Streetwise Inc., 2925 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112 or Albuquerque Healthcare for the Homeless, P.O. Box 25445, Albuquerque, NM 87125.
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