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GARCIA -- Lucinda J. Garcia, 91, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 27, 2008, with her loving family at her side. Mrs. Garcia is survived by her beloved husband of seventy-one years, Mr. Patricio C. Garcia; her children, Frances Griego, Patsy Padilla and husband, Joe, Teresa Weaver, Leroy Garcia and wife, Rosalie, Lala Garcia; three sisters, Rita Holguin and husband, Liso, Mary Aranda, Sarah Puentes and husband, Chava; her brothers, Julian Jimenez and wife, Ruth, Arturo Jimenez and wife, Guera; her sister in law, Consuleo Jimenez; brother in law, Julio Martinez; twenty grandchildren; thirty-six great-grandchildren; ten great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Garcia was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Barbara Martinez;and her sons in law, Mike Weaver and Charles Griego. Mrs. Garcia was a member of the Catholic Church, a member of the Senior Group at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church and she was well known for her hospitality. Visitation will be Thursday, May 1, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., by George Lucero. Final Visitation will be Friday at the Church from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Father Ramon Aragon, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Carlos Griego, Patricio Griego, Andrew Griego, Daniel Griego, Jamie Weaver, John Michael Weaver, Michael McAfee, Joey Padilla and John Padilla. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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GEORGE -- Joyce K. George, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully Monday, April 29, 2008. She is survived by her sons, Donald and wife, Mary Ann of Albion, NE, Joseph and wife, Karen of Huntington Beach, CA, John and wife, Marquita of Albuquerque, and San Carlos, Mexico, James and wife, Agnes of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Charlotte George of Las Vegas, NM; 15 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Ronald and son, Robert. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, May 1, 2008, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, May 2, 2008, 9:00 a.m., at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Christopher, Jeremy, Ronald, Robert, Eric and Carl George. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of NM, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, 87108. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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GIRON SR. -- ROBERT Giron Sr. A resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 29, 2008, with his loving family at his side. Mr. Giron is survived by his beloved wife of forty-seven years, Cecilia; his children, Audrey Leyba and husband, Phillip, Brenda Martinez and husband, Andrew, and Robert David Giron Jr.; his sister, Bessie Jaramillo; his brothers, Florian Giron and wife, Stella, Benny Giron, James GIron and wife, Pat; seven grandchildren, Andrew, Renee, Daniel, Jonathan, Cody , Drew and Noah; one great-granddaughter, Adriana; several sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Friday morning, May 2, 2008, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Edmund Savilla. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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HANSEN -- Thomas C. Hansen, age 47, of Albuquerque, NM, formerly of Milwaukee and Mountain, WI, died unexpectedly on April 28, 2008. He is survived by one son, Trevor; his mother, Joan Hansen; two brothers, Todd and Tim; one sister, Deborah (Cal Coates); special friend, Jennelle Anne; and other relatives. The Visitation is on Saturday May 3, 2008, from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 5:00 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church, Lakewood, WI. Suminski Funeral Home (715-473-3131), Wabeno, Online condolences: suminskifuneral.com
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LINES -- Billy Frank Lines, of Albuquerque, passed away on April 28, 2008 with his beloved wife, Evelyn Louise Gill Lines, at his side. Bill was born on December 11, 1930 and married Evelyn in 1953. He received his bachelors of science degree at Arizona State University in animal husbandry. He actively served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955 and worked for Phelps Dodge for 41 years. Bill is survived by Evelyn and their three daughters, Margo Pasha, Gail Boyd and Toni Bryant; his sons-in-law, Moe Pasha and Jerry Boyd; his grandchildren, Kirsten and Adam Pasha, Taylor and Megan Boyd, and Cheyenne and Creed Bryant; and his sister, Geri Skelton. Bill's life will be celebrated and he will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend at 10:30 a.m. on May 2, 2008 at Grace Lutheran Church. Gifts in his memory can be given to the church.
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LUCERO -- Amelia B. Lucero was born September 20, 1918 in Albuquerque. She went to her home in heaven, Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at the age of 89. Amelia was a member of San Jose de Los Duranes mission to San Felipe de Neri, a member of the Blue Army, the Sacred Heart League, Madres Cristianas and Mayordoma. Amelia was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Dolores Baca; two brothers; one sister and her beloved husband, Jose C. Lucero. She is survived by her son, Felipe Lucero and wife Dolores; daughter, Dolores Lallie Schumpert and husband Curt; nephew, Chano Baca and wife Grace; granddaughters, Corrine Bandera, Irene Lucero and Sonia Lucero; great granddaughters, April and Terri Lucero and Luna Bandera; great grandsons, Jahdi Bandera, Dylan and Felipito Seniseros; nephews and nieces, Liz, Thomas, Mariah, Ricky Baca and wife Loretta and son, Patrick, Debra and Clarence, Trystan Baca and numerous other family members and friends who loved and will miss her dearly. Services will be held at San Jose de Duranes Mission, 2110 Los Luceros Rd. NW. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, May 2, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-80008
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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 lifelong resident of Albuquerque, born June 13, 1952, died suddenly on Friday, April 25, 2008. The Mass of Resurrection will take place at the Sacred Heart Church on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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MOORE -- Mary Elizabeth Moore, 98, passed away on April 29, 2008. Mary was born to John and Margaret (Boland) Nugent on June 2, 1909 in County Clair Ireland. Mary came from Ireland as a teenager. She lived in Brooklyn, New York and became a U.S. Citizen in the late 1940s. She was married to William F. Moore. All who knew her knew her as a very independent person. She was very devoted to her Catholic faith and extremely proud of her Irish heritage including her Irish tea with cream. She is remembered for her generous spirit and was nick-named "Give Away Mary". She moved to Ormond Beach, Florida after her retirement as a retail department store manager. In 2006, she came to Rio Rancho. Mary is survived by her three children; Mary Ellen Beggins of Smithtown, NY, Bill Moore and wife Debbi of Rio Rancho, NM and Bob Moore of Staten Island, NY. She was "Nana" to 16 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and 11 great- great- grandchildren. The last of 13 siblings, she was also preceded in death by her husband William in 1964, daughter Elizabeth Rogers, sons-in -law Richard Beggins and Kevin Rogers, grandson Michael Rogers and granddaughter Barbara Beggins. A Visitation for Mary will be on Thursday, May 1, 2008, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with the Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. in Daniels Family Funeral Chapel, Sara Rd, Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 2, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Church in Corrales. Cremation will follow Services. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Rio Rancho Community foundation located on 4081 Southern Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Blvd 892-9920 www.danielsfuneral.com
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MORA -- Bobby H. Mora, 84, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Monday, April 28, 2008. He is survived by his two children, Sandra Brotocavali and Richard Mora both of California; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Ramona L. and Oralia Mora, both of Albuquerque; and a brother, Paul H. Mora and wife, Rosemary of Albuquerque and many nieces and nephews. He was born on November 26, 1923 in Albuquerque to the late Luciano and Isidora (Herrera) Mora. He served his country in the United States Army during WWII. Bobby loved and enjoyed his family and also enjoyed going to church and the various functions held at the South Valley Care Center where he lived. Rosary will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2008, 7:00 p.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW. Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, May 2, 2008, 9:00 a.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Interment with Military honors will be held immediately following Mass at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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