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LIFSCHULTZ -- Mary Jane Lifschultz, 81, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1977, passed away on April 28, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Murray Lifschultz; four children, Maureen Tobin and husband, George, Patricia Woolley, Aron Lifschultz and wife, Susan, Rona Goldfarb and husband, Stephen; nine grandchildren, Andy Fox, Jr. and wife, Shannon, Christopher Tobin and wife, Sherri, Michael Tobin and fiance, Natalie Gonzales, Brian Fox, Alyssa Woolley, Erin Woolley, Matthew Woolley, Shana Opdenberg, Josh Goldfarb, Corrine Petruno, Matthew Lifschultz, and Kerri Solomine; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Evelyn Caudill and Alice Matsen; and daughter-in-law, Kathy Fox. She was preceded in death by her son, Andrew J. Fox, in 2007. Mary Jane was born in the Bronx, NY on December 18, 1926. She worked for McGraw-Hill Publishing Co. in the 1960's and 70's in New York and also worked for Paradise Hills Country Club here locally. Mary Jane was a loving sister, wife, mother, and grandmother who was devoted to her family. She will be dearly missed by her loving family and friends. A Rosary for her will be recited on Friday, May 2, 2008, 1:00 p.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. SE, in Rio Rancho followed by a Funeral Mass at 1:30 pm. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mary Jane's name to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, ABQ, NM 87110 Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. SE Rio Rancho, NM 505-892-9920 www.danielsfuneral.com
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MCDONALD -- Janice Louise McDonald (Ryan Wright), 55, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2008, surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by her son, Patrick Ryan, of Albuquerque; and his family, Erin Yarasheski, Bailey, and Sean. She is also survived by her son, Michael Ryan, of Jacksonville, FL, and his family; Kristy Ryan, and Kendall. She is one of seven children born to Lavon and Betty McDonald of Albuquerque. Her siblings are, Joyce Walter, her husband, Bill, Tim McDonald, his wife, Janet, Tom McDonald, Julie Sharpe, Greg McDonald, and Patti Underwood and her husband, Dick. She is aunt to 12 nieces and nephews, and 20 great-nieces and great-nephews. She was friend to all who knew her. Janice was a teacher in Albuquerque for 15 years before moving to Houston to become a tour coordinator; organizing tours for student groups to New York and D.C. Janice recently moved back to Albuquerque to be closer to her family. She loved children, and dedicated her life to educating them, both inside and outside the classroom. She was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and coworker, all of whom loved her incredible sense of humor. Janice lit up a room with her infectious laughter. She is much loved, and will be greatly missed but never forgotten. There will be a Visitation on Thursday, May 1, 2008, from 5:00 to 7:00 at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque, with a Rosary Service immediately following. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 2, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 12500 Carmel NE, Albuquerque. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery on Wyoming/Paseo del Norte. Please join us in a celebration of Janice's life, love, and laughter.
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MONTOYA -- Anthony (Tony) Montoya, 55, a life long resident of Albuquerque, born June 13, 1952, died suddenly on Friday April 25, 2008. He was surrounded by his loving wife and his loving family and friends. Tony is survived by wife, Linda, of 34 years; his daughter, Angela Kamman, husband, Michael; his daughter, Jessica Montoya and her fiance Steven Anderson; grandsons, Steven, Sean, Philip, and Nathan; his mother-in-law, Mella Tapia; sisters, Gigi Baca, Cecilia Martinez, husband Sam, Rita Navarrete, husband, Richard; brothers, Ernesto Montoya, wife Janice, Frank Montoya, wife Barbara, Phillip Montoya, wife Patti. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Lucille Garcia and husband Robert, Alice Garcia and husband Lawrence, Annette Tapia; brothers-in-law, Johnny Tapia, Peter Tapia and wife Laura; God Children, Darius Garcia, James Jacoby, Gabriel Martinez, Dominic Montoya, Steven Navarrete, and Kuuipo Timas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney & Ernest Montoya and father-in-law, Pete Tapia. Tony was born and raised in the Barelas community. He was a graduate of Albuquerque High School, Class of 1970. Church Services will be held at the Sacred Heart Church located at 412 Stover Ave. SW. The Rosary and American Legion Services will be held on Wednesday, April 30, at 7:00 p.m. with the Mass of Resurrection on Thursday, May 1 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Tony worked for Sandia Labs for 23 years and was admired as a mentor by many co-workers. Tony served his country with the Army in the Vietnam era and was a member of the American Legion Post 72. Pallbearers will be Steven Anderson, James Jacoby, Michael Kamman, Gabriel Martinez, Dominic Montoya, and Steven Navarrete. Tony will be greatly missed but never forgotten as a caring & giving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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PADILLA -- Antonia Padilla went home to the Lord on Saturday, April 26, 2008 in Albuquerque at the age of 86. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Rose Marquez. She is survived by her daughters, Gloria Lopez and Kathy Baca; brother, Pete Padilla; sister, Barbara Benavidez; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and 30 great great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2008, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 2, 2008, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Frank Montoya, Victor Lopez, Lupe Valdez, Nathen Rodriguez, Ray Salas and Martin Valdez. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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PENA -- Henry M. Pena, a resident of New Mexico since 1971, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2008. He was preceded in death by his late wife, Delia Pena. Survived by sons Richard and wife, Barbara, with two sons, Joshua and Andrew; Henry and wife, Beverly, with children Beverly, Jadon, and Isabell; Gary with daughter, Felisha; and daughter Peggy and husband, Gilbert, with children Lauren and Richard, and stepsons, Jacob and Gilbert. Henry is also survived by his sisters, Carmen, Rachel, and Gloria; and his mother, Mary Pena, of San Diego. The viewing is being held Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at 9:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Church with the Mass beginning at 10 a.m. Burial is to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd NE 764-9663 Riversidefunerals.com
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POYNTER -- Ann Zurlis Bazan Poynter, 71, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, April 28, 2008. She is survived by her siblings, Jim Zurlis (Judy) of Richardson, TX, Kathy Hamilton (Richard) of Pagosa Springs, CO, and Marylin Buckley (Pat) of Pagosa Springs, CO; nephews, Scott and Steven Zurlis, Sean and Bryan Buckley, and Kevin Hamilton; and niece, Emily Hamilton; and god-daughter, Liz Ramos (Nick); and god-grandson, Nick "Scooch" Ramos; and her very "connected families" the Bazans and Poynters. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Helen F. and Louis J. Zurlis; her first husband, Joaquin Bazan; and her second husband, Herbert M. Poynter. She graduated from Ursuline Academy of Dallas and received her Master's degree from Tulane University of New Orleans. After being a member of the Ursuline Order of Nuns for 19 years, she began her second career as a sales representative for Silver Burdett Publishing Co. Before and after her retirement, Ann was always involved with religious education and the Catholic community. Her Red Hat/Cancer group brought joy and laughter to many. As an important part of the Ursuline Alumnae organization of Dallas, she spent countless hours staying in touch with her beloved friends. Ann will be remembered with Recitation of the Rosary, Friday, May 2, 2008, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel NE, Saturday, May 3, 2008, 1:00 p.m., with Monsignor Olona, Celebrant. Private ennichement will take place on Monday, May 5, 2008, at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery NE, Suite 300, 87111 or Society of the Little Flower, 1313 Frontage Rd., Darien, IL 60561-5340. Our "Energizer Bunny" will never stop. She will always be in our hearts and will continue to guide us from her heavenly home. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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REYES -- Angelo M. Reyes, 75, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1973, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2008. Angelo was born June 15, 1932, the son of Ramon and Guillermina Efre Reyes in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico. A long-standing member of the Italian-American Association. Angelo was a friend to all that knew him, and especially, he was a most devoted family man. Angelo is survived by his wife of 56 years, Edis Reyes, of Rio Rancho; two children, Bill Reyes and wife, Dorothy, of Albuquerque, and Luci Tiesi and husband, Fernando, of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, John, Nick, and Jeremy Tiesi; and one great-grandchild, Jackson Tiesi; one brother, Edwin Reyes, Sr. and wife, Cecilia, of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. The Visitation for Angelo will be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with the Rosary being recited 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 Friday, May 2, 2008 at 11:00 AM at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho. Ennichement will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 892-9920 www.danielsfuneral.com
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ROMO -- Tony (Big Bro) M. Romo, 77, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 25, 2008. Mr. Romo is survived by his lifelong companion, Louise M. Cline; his three children, Cristobal Donald Encinias, Doris G. Chavez and husband, Rudy, and Robert A. Romo and wife, Irene; nine grandchildren, Antonio, Rudy Eugene, Christopher, Marisol, Joaquin, Gabriella, Bianca, Christina, and Laura; seven great-grandchildren, Damicka, Alexzander, Rene Dario, Isaias, Nevarez, Noelle, Cristobal Jose; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mr. Romo was preceded in death by his parents, Albino and Matilda Romo; his son, Fred Encinias; and daughter-in-law, Wanda Griego. Mr. Romo was a member of the Catholic Church, a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean Conflict; he retired from the State Highway Department in 1984, after 30 years of service; he was past president of the Eagles #3192 and a lifelong member of the D.A.V. Chapter 3. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 30, 2008, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Martha Herrera at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Dr. NW. Final Visitation will be Thursday from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Deacon Harry Beare, presider. Interment of cremains will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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RYKER -- Dorothy Louise Ryker, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since May 3, 2004, died Monday, April 28, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Eulos (Les) Ryker; three children, Vernon Paul Ryker and wife, Sheila Rae, of Menefee, CA, Michael Grant Ryker and wife, Susan, of Kansas City, MO and Celia Ryker Payne and husband, Jack, of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren, Mark Ryker, Paul Ryker, Clarissa Siragusa, Lynette Ryker, Leah Ferkins, Jeremy Matosian, Sarah Lopez, and Andrew Matosian; great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Arienna, and Amilia; sister, Lucille Pierce, of San Diego, CA; special niece, Karen Thrasher of CA; former daughter-in-law, Dianne Hager, of Salem, OR; and other relatives and friends. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Hazel Kramer; and one brother, Jack Kramer. She was born on July 11, 1926, in San Diego, CA and lived there all of her life until she and Les moved to Albuquerque to be near their daughter and son-in-law. Dorothy loved to do ceramics, quilting, and to spend time with her family. She was a member of Hope Church, and she loved her Lord with all of her heart. Dorothy was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. As per Dorothy's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Saturday, May 3, 2008, 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Gary Hamburger officiating. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SEDILLO -- Antony Abad "Tony" Sedillo passed away on April 21, 2008, due to complications of pneumonia. He was born in Magdalena, New Mexico, on May 21, 1917, to Candelario B. Sedillo and Refugio Landavazo Sedillo. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers and sisters, C.B. Sedillo, Jr., Melita Sedillo Hasson, Wilfred Sedillo, Viola Sedillo Lucero, and Donaciana Sedillo; and one nephew, Carlos Sedillo. Antony was a graduate of Albuquerque High School. He served in the US Army Artillery Unit in Hawaii during World War II. He worked for many years at the New Mexico State Employment Security Commission. He is survived by his nephews, Jaime Chacon, Guillermo Lucero, Robert Sedillo; his niece, Yvonne Pitts; and many loving great-nieces and nephews. Antony has donated is body to science. A Memorial Service will take place at a later date.
        Published on: Wed April 30, 2008