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ANDRADE -- Jose E. Andrade was born the only child of Fortino and Francisca Andrade on December 14, 1907, in La Barca, Jalisco, Mexico. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, May 12, 2008 at St. Therese Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Eduardo Andrade, Jorge Andrade, Ramon Andrade, Nathaniel Mancha, Mario Andrade and Estevan Andrade. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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APODACA -- Joshua JOSHUA September 27, 1987 - May 12, 2007 It seems like just yesterday you were born, then in a terrible instant our world has been torn. Although your life here with us was brief, we still have many special memories of you to help us in our grief. Some say that it will take time to heal our hearts of this pain, We know this is true, still our lives without you will never be the same. We believe that you have not died, just merely been set free. Now you are in the presence of our Lord and you are safe and happy. We will forever miss you, our son and brother. Love always, Your Family Written by Ed Apodaca (Daddy)
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BESERRA -- Jennie S. Beserra, 79, a resident of Albuquerque passed away May 9, 2008. Mrs. Beserra is survived by her children, Victor Beserra and wife, Diane, and Carmelita Beserra-Dedig and husband Bob; two sisters, Beatrice Beserra and Connie Padilla; four grandchildren, Adam Beserra, Victoria Beserra, Shane Dedig, and Samuel Dedig; many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Manuel Beserra; sister, Nena Apodaca; brothers, Gilbert Sandoval and Rudy Sandoval; special companion, Ernie Olague. Mrs. Beserra was a member of the Catholic Church, a Women's Auxiliary Member of Post 99, volunteered at St. Joseph's Hospital for twenty years, and taught catechism at San Ignacio Catholic Church for many years. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 13, 2008, in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Lena Apodaca. Final visitation will be Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at Our Lady of Asumption Catholic Church, at Lomas and Tenessee NE, from 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m., Father Mike Cimino, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers are Frank Beserra, Rudy Beserra, Carlos Beserra, Patrick Beserra, Ron Beserra, Robert Padilla, Alex Padilla, Paul Padilla, Augie Apodaca and Rick Apodaca. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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CARNELL -- Pam K. August 31, 1958 - May 13, 2003 Although, five years have gone by without you, our memories, stories, and pictures keep you in our hearts. No matter how hard we all try to let go, some of us can't because you brought so much joy to our lives and hearts. We love you and miss you more than any words can ever express. Spread your wings and ride your Harley in Heaven. "Ride On" Your beloved family and Friends
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GARCIA -- Esther B. Garcia passed away Thursday, May 8, 2008. She was born in Littlefield, Texas in a covered wagon train, coming from Ft. Sumner, New Mexico to parts of Texas. Her family returned to Ft. Sumner and raised her there. She is survived her daughter, Lorella "Gloria" Lopez and husband, Andy; grandchildren, Andy Lopez, Laura Schroeder, Gloria Calderwood and Jeremiah Lopez; ten great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. A Rosary will be recited for Mrs. Garcia tonight, Monday, May 12, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. at the Holy Family Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Adam Price, Samantha Lopez, Ray Nieto, Deserre Luna, Cory Pierce and Jeremiah Lopez. Arrangements By; Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St SW 247-4124
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GREENWOLL -- Nancy K. Greenwoll, a native of Albuquerque, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2008, after a brief illness. Nancy was born on October 15, 1963 and graduated from Manzano High School. Nancy is survived by her parents, Donald and Helen Greenwoll; sisters Laura Wyse and Jody Greenwoll; uncle James Greenwoll; nieces Tracey and Jenine Wyse; nephew Dean Wyse, all of Albuquerque; uncle and aunt, Robert and Nancy Ferguson and family of Colorado. She will be greatly missed. The family wishes to thank the caring staff of the Medical Intensive Care Unit at UNM Hospital and Nancy's recurring care by Dr. Christopher Quintana of UNMH. Memorial Services will be conducted by Rev. Mark Conkling on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE. In lieu of flowers, please consider your favorite charity. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 505-275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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HERNANDEZ -- Victor M., 72, made his transition Thursday, May 8, 2008. Mr. Hernandez was a resident of Albuquerque for 45 years. He graduated with distinction from Jefferson High school in El Paso, TX as the graduating class Valedictorian and as class president in 1953. He served with the U. S. Air Force in the Korean Conflict and retired in 2000 from the Postal Service. Mr. Hernandez was a dedicated father and grandfather and is survived by his four children, Julie and husband Bob Rogers, Liz and husband Albert Anaya, Barbara Fishbein, and Victor Hernandez, Jr. and wife Serena; grandchildren Vanessa and Robert Rogers, Larry and Robert Benjey, Melissa and Marc Fishbein, and Lorissa, Victoria, Isabel and Neva Hernandez; and great-granddaughter Alexes Hernandez; siblings Santiago Hernandez, Lucy Puckett and Eloisa Hernandez. Services will be Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Visitation will be one hour prior to the Service. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 505-275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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HOEKE -- Barbara A. Hoeke, beloved wife for 56 years of Fredrick E. Hoeke, Jr. went home to her Lord Friday, May 9, 2008. She was born August 12, 1931 in the Queen of Angels Hospital, LA, CA to her deceased parents Kenneth and Geneva Brewster. She spent her early years in Hollywood, CA and later on the family moved to Burbank, CA. She is survived by her brother Richard E. Brewster who resides in Burbank, CA; her children Fredrick E. Hoeke, III who lives in Los Lunas, NM, her daughter Lisa M. Hamlin who resides in Castaic, CA and Kurt M. Hoeke who lives in Basalt, CO; granddaughter Kendra Hoeke also of Basalt, CO. She attended LA City College and was later on employed at the Lockheed Aircraft Co. in Burbank and worked in the technology distribution center that supplied the engineering staff with requested design information. Barbara met her future husband in 1950 while employed at Lockheed. They were subsequently married on June 22, 1952 in Las Vegas, NV. She resided in Albuquerque, NM with her husband and children since February 1972. She died of a long standing illness. Her Memorial Service will be conducted on Friday, May 16, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at Faith in Christ Lutheran Church, 1750 Faith Ct, NE. Interment will be later at the Glen Haven Cemetery, Sylmar, Angeles National Forest, CA. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Thru the Bible Radio by telephone at 1-800-652-4253 or Faith in Christ Lutheran Church, 1750 Faith Ct. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 505-275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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JOHNSON -- Frances Johnson, born in Albion, Nebraska, November 15, 1915, grew up in a small farming community. During the Great Depression, she worked to help her family by teaching in a small one room schoolhouse. Busy working on a homecoming float, a gentleman appeared and announced, "I'm your carpenter". She and her carpenter, Harlan K. Johnson later wed. Tough times and World War II necessitated the couple travel where Harlan could find war work. A small family now, they criss-crossed the U.S. in a tiny teardrop trailer. After the war, the family moved to Grand Island, Nebraska where they gave up the trailer and moved into a house. Needless to say, the children wept bitter tears. Frances went on to earn a bachelor's degree in education while hosting a TV cooking show. She later gave up show business and taught school for 20 years. She and her "carpenter" traveled to and from Europe during school vacations. They finally made their permanent home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Frances was a long time member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church and remained active in the community. She tutored young people for many years, teaching them to read and write, one of her proudest contributions. Harlan preceded Frances in death in 1997. Frances' survivors include: sister, Marjorie Johnson of Newman Grove, NE; brother Bob Bittner and wife Ilene of Albion, NE; son, Gary K. Johnson and wife Marylyn of Franklinton, NC; daughter, Marilyn J. Wireman and husband Bill of Palm Springs, CA; daughter, Nancy L. Grimes and husband Jim of Huntington Beach, CA; grand-daughter, Paige L. Brown and husband Blake of Placitas, NM; grand-son, Matthew K. Johnson of Albuquerque, NM; grand-son, Trevor T. Johnson of Denver, CO and great-grandson, Dominic K. Johnson of Albuquerque, NM. Special thanks to longtime dear neighbors Art and Sally Andazola and the Lutheran community of Holy Cross. Memorial Services Monday, May 12, 2008, 7:00 p.m. Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Donations to benefit Presbyterian Hospice.
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KERR -- Bonnie R. Kerr, 49, much loved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, peacefully passed away at home Saturday, May 3, 2008. She is survived by her beloved husband, Mark Kerr; siblings, Barbara Dunn and Gary Smith; nieces and nephews, Ed Keefer, Kerry Keefer, Tammy Dyck, Michael Dunn, Kally Shoemaker, Shari Flannery, Todd Smith, Gary Smith, and Scot Smith; best friend, Sunny Gee Byrd. She was preceded in death by parents, Chuck and Molly Smith; sister, Sybil Keefer; and niece, Darcy Kent. Bonnie was a lifelong hair stylist who enjoyed making people beautiful and happy. She was an advocate for animal rights; a die-hard Denver Broncos fan; a lover of the outdoors who enjoyed seeing the country from the back of her husband Mark's Harley; and an accomplished snow skier .Bonnie loved Lake Powell, where she cherished time spent with family, friends and where her spirit now soars. Join us for a Memorial Service on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at11:00 a.m. at Bel-Air Park, located east of Carlisle NE on Phoenix NE. Come share a favorite memory and celebrate Bonnie's life. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Animal Humane Association of NM in Bonnie's name, 617 Virginia St. SE, 87108. Loved by so many, and the journey continues. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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LOFTUS -- Mary Jo Loftus, 89, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2008 at Manzano del Sol. She was born in 1918 in Pueblo, Colorado. Mary Jo was a graduate of Albuquerque High School. On October 18, 1940 she married James A. Loftus in Los Lunas. After raising their three children to school age, she entered the workforce. She retired from the US Army Corps of Engineers following more than 20 years of service. She then indulged her passion for sewing and crafts and became an avid quilter. Mary Jo was a charter member of Covenant Presbyterian Church. She was a Past Matron and member of Desert Rose Chapter #70, Order of the Eastern Star, Past President and member of the Social Order of the Beauceant (500 B) Assembly #76, and a member of Daughters of the Nile. She was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Loftus, mother Georgia Klein Hamilton, step-father C.N. (Ham) Hamilton, brother Carl F. Klein, and son-in-law, Alfred B. Fielder. Mary Jo is survived by her three children, Richard and wife Donna Loftus of Albuquerque, Sharon Fielder of Silver City and Jamie March and husband, Gene, of Albuquerque, her adored grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as her large family of nieces, nephews and their families. She is further survived by many friends, including new friends at Manzano del Sol. The family will receive friends at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, May 11, 2008, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Cremation will follow. A Memorial Service to celebrate Mary Jo's life will be held on Monday, May 12, 2008, at 1:00 p.m., at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 9315 Candelaria Rd. NE. The family suggests any memorial donations be made to The American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111 or to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607-1460. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MARQUEZ -- Michelle "Shelley" Marquez, 38, died suddenly Friday, May 9, 2008. She is survived by her parents, Gabriel and Emily Marquez; sister, Paula Armijo and husband, Mike; niece, Monette Vezelici; nephews, Marcus, Dominic, Robert and Adan Armijo; great nieces and nephews, Gabriel, Estevan, Shania, Ashley and Alexandria; as well as many other family and friends. Shelley was preceded in death by her brothers, Louie and Gabriel Jr. Shelley graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1989. She enjoyed music and dancing and loved playing bingo. Shelley was such a vital part of her family, she will be dearly missed. Services are pending. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MENEES -- Jamie Brown Menees, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2008. She is survived by her parents, Jim and Pansy Brown of Wichita, Kansas; her brother Mark Brown and wife Marcy of Mukilteo, Washington, as well as by nieces, nephews, godchildren and many loving friends. Jamie was born in Baltimore, Maryland, moved to St. Louis and then to Wichita, where she graduated from Southeast High School. She received her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene at the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Jamie was a Dental Hygienist in the Kansas City and Albuquerque areas. As well as being involved in professional dentistry, she was a member and held various offices in local and national dental hygienists' associations. Among these, she was the President of the Kansas Dental Hygienists' Association and the University of Missouri at Kansas City - Dental Hygienists' Alumni Association. She loved to travel and visited China in 1983. In 1987 she moved from Kansas City to Albuquerque with her fiancee Leonard R. Lopez, DDS. She loved the area, the art, traditions and many friends she made here. Jamie was active in furthering the goals of the dentistry community and in 1991 she was given the Alumni Achievement Award from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Jamie was a Clinical Instructor in the Dental Hygiene Program at the University of New Mexico, where she excelled in her role as a mentor to many students. She was the Treasurer and a member of the Board of Trustees of the American Dental Hygienists' Association in 2002 - 2003. Jamie loved the people she worked with and her patients at the office of Bill Pavlakos, DDS, in Albuquerque for many years. Jamie did not consider this work - she did what she loved. The Dental Hygiene Oath, which she so proudly pledged to follow, is to render health service to those who seek our ministrations, and enjoin the sacred duty of teaching the public, particularly children and young people, by precept, lecture, and every other available means, and by future study to broaden our knowledge that we may share with others such information in our special field as will tend toward the ideal of dental health, and with this pledge may it be granted us to enrich our lives of the practice of our art, thus to worship God in the service of mankind. Jamie was a shining example of her life's dedication to fulfilling her oath and dreams. Memorial services will be held Monday, May 12, 2008, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. A celebration of her life will follow at a later date at her church in Wichita, First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to the Jamie Brown Menees Dental Hygiene Fund, c/o Rinehart Foundation, School of Dentistry, University of Missouri at Kansas City, 650 East 25th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64108 or the TV Ministry, First United Methodist Church, 330 North Broadway, Wichita, Kansas 67203. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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TRUJILLO -- Longinos (L.C.) C. Trujillo, 78, was called home to the Lord on Saturday, May 10, 2008. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. Funeral services are pending. Funeral services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505)884-1188 www.danielsfuneral.com
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WROBEL -- Chester A. Wrobel, 86, of 4 Santos Court, Tijeras, NM, passed away on May 8, 2008. He leaves his loving wife and of 62 years, Adele M. (Markunas) Wrobel; his sons, Dennis Wrobel and his wife, Philippa of Cockatoo, Victoria, Australia and Douglas Wrobel and his wife, Judith of Tijeras, NM where Mr. And Mrs. Wrobel reside. Mr. Wrobel also leaves his grandchildren, Jessaca and her husband, Eric of Wisconsin; Melissa Malouin, Andrea Wrobel and Matthew Wrobel of New Hampshire; Amy Lee Serrano of Florida and his great-granddaughter, Brittany Lee Serrano of Florida. He also leaves his former daughter-in-law Debbie Wrobel of Oklahoma. He was predeceased by his brothers, Edward Wrobel, Stanley Wrobel, Charles Wrobel and Benjamin Wrobel and his sister Florence Santos all of Massachusetts. Mr. Wrobel was born in Worcester, Massachusetts the son of Anthony and Rose (Michalak) Wrobel. He went to St. Mary's School and followed this with a much cherished graduation from Worcester Industrial Technical School. He lived in Worcester until he retired when he and his wife moved to Florida and then to New Mexico. Before retiring he worked for Wyman Gordon, North Grafton plant for over 40 years as a rigger. He proudly served his country during World War II in both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy having been honored with three Campaign Medals from three theaters, the Good Conduct medal and Victory medal. These medals were presented to Mr. Wrobel as well as medals belonging to his brother, Charles who was a victim of the Bataan Death March. Senator Pete Domenici of New Mexico honored Mr. Wrobel in a surprise ceremony on July 4th of 1996 and much to their delight. Mr. Wrobel will be sadly missed by his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchild. He will forever be in their hearts and just a thought away. Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 12, 2008 from the Daniels Family Mortuary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico with the recitation of the Rosary and Mass at St. Thomas Aquinas Church with internment in the Vista Verde Memorial Park also in Rio Rancho, NM. Mr. Wrobel will be interred with full military honors. The family requests that remembrances for Mr. Wrobel be a donation in his name to Holy Child Parish, PO Box 130, Tijeras, NM 87059.
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ZIERER -- John Paul Zierer, 84, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away on May 6, 2008, at the family home. John went to eternal love and peace. He joins his mother and father, brothers and sisters, and his beloved sons, Gregory and Johnny. John is survived by his wife of over 53 years, Consuelo; sons Mark and Daniel, by Mark's wife Desiree and Daniel's wife Teri, by his step granddaughter Beatrix Otwell, and by one brother Luke, 89, and by many nieces and nephews in Alabama and in North Carolina. John was born October 3, 1923 at St. Florian, Alabama. He attended Catholic school and served as an altar boy. John graduated from Albuquerque High School with enough credits to start UNM as a junior. He was an expert gardener and loved growing vegetables and flowers and his famous Christmas trees. John served in the Merchant Marines at the end of World War II, transferred to the Army for one year, and then served in the Air Force until his retirement in 1973. He served in Korea and Vietnam, Italy, Greece, Turkey and many other countries. John's family joined him in England, Okinawa and Spain. He retired with 20 years service from the Department of Energy. John and his wife served as Sacristans and Eucharistic ministers at Risen Savior Catholic Community. John attained 3rd and 4th degree with the Knights of Columbus.. He loved his family and his church. He will be remembered as a man of great integrity and honesty. Rosary will be recited at 7:00p.m in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services on Wyoming, on Friday, May 16, 2008. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 9:00a.m. at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd, NE, on Saturday, May 17, 2008. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Gallego, Naim Kassicieh, Ken Burke, Richard Ulibarri, Ray Carrillo, and Charles Padilla. Honorary pallbearers will be Christie O'Bryan, Anne Burke, Pat Kelly, 3rd Degree - Knights of Columbus, Albert Gonzales, Bob Slater, 4th Degree - Knights of Columbus, Tony Blaise, Louis Romero, George Casaus, Ellis and Tim Greenhill, Fred Apodaca, Joseph Anderson, Jessie Vaughn, Dan Marek, Anthony Archuleta, Sister Maria Louise, Sister Doria, and nieces and nephews of Alabama. The family wishes to thank Hospice De La Luz, especially Gerry, Footprints, and caregiver Anthony Archuleta, and their many friends for their support. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John's name to Hospice Del La Luz, Footprints, St. Martin of the Homeless, or to a charity of your choice. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
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