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MONTOYA -- Lawrence Born June 8, 1967 - died May 5, 2008 He is survived by his mother, Erlinda Montoya; brother, Chris Montoya. A memorial fund has been set up at Bank of Albuquerque on Juan Tabo.
        Published on: Wed May 07, 2008

QUINTANA -- Evelyn E. Quintana, 71, a resident of Albuquerque passed away May 5, 2008. Mrs. Quintana is survived by her children, Viola Garcia and husband, Al, Mario Gonzales, Ursulo Gonzales and wife, Maria (Elma), Wanda Mascarenas and husband, Pat, Ben (Popo) Quintana and wife, Lorraine, Rocky Quintana and partner, Kenneth White, Victoria Salazar and husband, Orlando Jr., Chuey Quintana, Lupe Quintana and partner, Jessica Lovato; ten grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Quintana was preceded in death by a son, Cheyenne Quintana Sr. (Flex). Visitation will be Thursday, May 8, 2008, at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final Visitation will be Friday, May 9, 2008 at the Church from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Bijoy Francis, presider. Interment to follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Pat Mascarenas Sr., Patrick Mascarenas Jr., Orlando Salazar Jr., Isaiah Quintana, Ursulo Gonzales Jr., and Joseph Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers will be Cheyenne Quintana Jr., Andrea Mascarenas, and Al Garcia. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed May 07, 2008

ROBBINS -- Shirley Muriel Evans Robbins was born May 10, 1921, in Joyfield Twp., Benzie County, Michigan to Gladys Vera Putney Evans and J. Ben Evans. (J. Ben Evans was born James Benzonia Walker and adopted by John D. and Nancy Evans at age five) Shirley peacefully passed on April 18, 2008, at the Hospice branch of Anna Kaseman Hospital. She was a resident of Albuquerque since 1973. She is survived by her husband, Donald Kelly Robbins; one brother, Duane (Bug) Gemmell Evans and his wife Susie, of Benzonia, Benzie County, Michigan; and a sister, Iris Noreen Evans Graham and husband, Harry, of Raymore, Missouri; Seventeen nieces and nephews; and thirty five great-nieces and nephews. Her step-children are Lynn Sullivan and husband, David, of Albuquerque, Kyra Ludwigson and husband, Jeff, of Mahtomedi, Minnesota, Dr. David Robbins and his wife, Ruthie Horn, of Albuquerque, and Janna Bordeaux and husband, Dean, of Phoenix, Arizona. She was predeceased by her father, J. Ben Evans (1935); and her mother, Gladys Vera Putney Evans (1952); and four brothers, Kenneth Chester Evans (1945), Harry Walker Evans (1953), Sidney Carroll Evans (1988), and James David Evans (1973). Shirley was a life long member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). She was an active member of Monte Vista Christian Church while living in Albuquerque. The church has played a great part in her life. She has gained much support of her faith in the church. She attended Benzie County Normal (1938-1939) and taught two years in a one room country school in that county. She was graduated from Bronson Methodist Hospital School of Nursing, Kalamazoo, Michigan and had a Master's degree (in Nursing) from Western Michigan University of Kalamazoo, Michigan. She practiced as a registered nurse (RN) for more than forty years. During that span of time, she has had a variety of supervisor positions. She taught nursing at Bronson Methodist Hospital, and remained in touch with many of her students for all of her life. She served as Director of Nursing Education and Medical Supervisor at the University of Minnesota Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She was assistant Director of Nursing at Blodgett Memorial Hospital, Grand Rapids, Michigan. She was a Medical Supervisor at Memorial Hospital, Fremont, Ohio. She was Director of Nursing at Memorial Hospital in St. Joseph, Michigan. She married and moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1973. While in New Mexico, she was an Assistant Professor of Nursing, for the University of New Mexico. She helped set up the UNM school of Nursing in Gallup. She was the Director of Nursing for the Cancer Research and Treatment Center, in its early formative years. She participated in the Meson cancer treatment activity at Los Alamos. She joined the Presbyterian family, and worked with the several branch centers that Presbyterian Hospital has across the state, like Clovis, Socorro, and Belen. She became Director of Nursing for the downtown Presbyterian Hospital. She retired from that position in 1981. She was an active member of the American Nurses Association, while in Michigan, Ohio, and New Mexico. Also the New Mexico Nurses Association and the National League for Nursing, and the American Association of Nursing Service Administrators. She was a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the International Honor Society of Nursing. She was a long time member of AAUW, the American Association of University Women. She was also a member of PEO Chapter BJ. She was published in the American Journal of Nursing and in Supervison Nurse. She enjoyed travel. All fifty states, eleven Canadian provinces, several trips to Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Since retirement, she has been busy with church activities and volunteer work with Meals on Wheels as a nurse visitor and board member. This collection of facts may fail to reflect a woman who loved God, her church, her family and people. She had many great friends. Daniels Funeral home is providing the cremation. A Memorial Service celebrating Shirley's life will be held on May 10, 2008, at the Monte Vista Christian Church at 2:00 p.m. Shirley wished to have any memorials in her name sent to her church. Monte Vista Christian Church 3501 Campus Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87106
        Published on: Wed May 07, 2008

SHAPIRO -- "Sis" Shapiro, preschool educator and a lover of art, music, literature, nature, and travel, passed away in Albuquerque on May 4, 2008, at age 83 of congestive heart failure. Born in 1924 in New York City as Estelle Ruth Shapiro, Sis grew up in an affluent middle class family. She often expressed guilt that she was sheltered from the turbulence of the Great Depression. Perhaps as a result, Sis rebelled against the middle class values of her family and became highly active in the social issues of labor and racial equality that arose during the Roosevelt and post-World War II years. Her social activism included participation in many of the hallmark protests of the 1960's and continued throughout her life. Sis attended Ohio University, and although she did not complete her college education, she was extraordinarily well-read and highly knowledgeable in many fields. However, Sis's great love was children, and she was best known as the founder and first teacher of the Ramapo Community Nursery School in Rockland County, NY (which recently honored Sis at its 50th Anniversary celebration) and the Corrales Preschool in Corrales, NM. After her retirement, Sis served for many years as a docent at the Albuquerque Zoo. Sis is survived by a brother, Gilbert Shapiro, of NYC; her sons and their spouses/partners Rock and Kay Levinson of Denver, Eric Levinson and Donna Whitcomb of Albuquerque, and Jonathan and Candace Levinson of Burke, Virginia; her grandchildren Karl, Lisa, and Amanda Levinson, Abbey Moran, and Nick Starrett; and her great-grandchildren, Winter Rose Levinson, Leo Rose-Levin, Annabelle and Olivia Moran; virtual grandchildren, Kathy and Heather Gooch, and Heather's children, Hailey, Riley, and Joey Dominquez; nieces, Amy and Laura Shapiro; and her cat, Cali, who gave Sis inestimable comfort and companionship as her health and mobility declined. A Memorial Service to celebrate Sis's life will be held on Friday May 16, 2008, 6:30 p.m., at the BioPark's Shark Reef Cafe. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The New Mexico Nature Conservancy, 212 E. Marcy Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501.
        Published on: Wed May 07, 2008

SMITH -- Harold Gordon Smith died April 22, 2008 at his home in Montrose, Colo., at the age of 88. Harold was born July 7, 1919, in Herrin, Ill., to Charles Gordon Smith and Myrtle Jane (Dassing) Smith, later Rainbolt. He spent his childhood and attended grade school in Metropolis, Ill. Harold, initially an infantryman and then an amphibious truck driver, served his country in the United States Army from 1941-45 during World War II. Harold, who was briefly held as a prisoner of war in North Africa by the German army before escaping, received an honorable discharge in 1945 with the rank of Specialist-5 after advancing with his units through Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Italy, France, Germany and Austria. Harold's best friend, Harry A. Frazee, got a baby sister, Velda M. Frazee, on Feb. 1, 1928, in Metropolis, Ill. After returning home from the war, Harold later married Velda in Metropolis on July 9, 1946. Harold and Velda soon thereafter moved to Albuquerque where he built and they lived in two homes in the South Valley. Harold worked for the old Armijo Bus Company before going to work for the United States Post Office, most often at the stations at Old Town and on Bridge Street. He retired from the Post Office in 1972. The couple subsequently relocated in 1973 to Montrose, Colo., where they established their final home, and Harold worked as a carpenter for the Montrose School District. Harold enjoyed rock collecting, carpentry, gardening, restoring automobiles, pitching washers, participating in church activities and taking long drives in the mountains. Survivors include his wife, Velda, of the family home; and their children, Lt. Col. Harold G. Smith Jr., USMC (Ret.), and his wife, Cathy, of Albuquerque; Bernard L. Smith of New River, Ariz.; and Rosalie J. (Smith) Daigle and her husband, Dan, of Denver. His grandchildren include H. Gordon Smith III and his wife, Stephanie, of Dewey, Okla., Bryan L. Smith of Montrose, Colo.; and Elizabeth M. (Smith) Wenrich and her husband, Brian, of Albuquerque. Great grandchildren include Nella C. Smith of Dewey, Okla., and two on the way. Harold also is survived by his nephew Ron E. Smith and his wife, Margie, of Metropolis, Ill., and a stepsister, Sue Murray of Dixon, Ill. Harold was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings: Lewis V. Smith, Vita K. (Smith) Giffin and Edith H. (Smith) Booth. He also was preceded in death by his best friend, Harry A. Frazee, who lived in McIntosh. Others preceding him included his half brother, Edward Rainbolt, as well as three stepbrothers, two stepsisters and a nephew, George L. Emery. Harold was buried at Grand View Cemetery in Montrose, Colo. In lieu of flowers, request donations be sent to Rosemont Baptist Church, 1598 E. Niagara Rd., Montrose, Colo. 81401.
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STOUT -- Ted A. Stout, 66, of Albuquerque, NM., went home to our Lord on May 2, 2008, after a lengthy illness. He was born March 17, 1942, in Logansport, IN. to John M. Stout and Ruth Ray Stout. Ted was married to Bonnie Little in Clifton, Colorado April 22,1962. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie; a son, Corey Stout and wife, Bonita Baker, of Albuquerque; daughter, Deana Hoover and her husband, Michael, of Rio Rancho; grandchildren, Mackenzie Stout, Alison Lucero, Kaitlyn and Garrick Anderson; brothers, Robert Stout and wife, Kay, John H. Stout and wife, Jane, all of Grand Junction, Colorado; a sister-in-law, Lynne Dickens and husband, John, of Belen. Ted was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Cameron Anderson. Ted grew up on a peach ranch in Clifton, CO. where the employees referred to him as "Cotton Top". He graduated from Central High School in 1961, went on to Casper Junior College, Casper, Wyoming, and obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO. He came to Albuquerque in 1976 to be manager for a printing company. He owned and operated a prepress business for several years. He then became a much loved and respected department head and teacher of Commercial Printing at TVI and when he retired because of his illness, he was employed at Intel Corp. where he trained new hires and wrote training manuals for Fab 9. Ted was a creative artist both for enjoyment and in the business field. He loved and enjoyed his family, teaching, and travel. Cremation has occurred and his Memorial Service "Celebration of Life", will be held Thursday May 8, 2008, in the garden he designed for his son and daughter-in-law. For location call 249-6772. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Wegener's Granulomatosis, Vasculitis Foundation, PO Box 28660, Kansas City, MO. 64188-8660.
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WEHRLE -- Paul David Wehrle, 62, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather and brother, went to be with his Lord, Jesus Christ, on May 3, 2008. He was a lifetime resident of New Mexico, born in Las Vegas in 1945. He came to live in Albuquerque in 1962, attended Sandia High School and was a Navy Veteran. His two loves were his grandson Ryan and the New York Yankees. He was an extraordinary man - very loving, honorable and generous - a rare and precious gift. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends alike. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, May 8, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. We love you, and love lives eternally! French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ABEYTA -- Carlos, Jr., age 21, life-long resident of 'Burque. Born to Carlos Sr. and Trudy Abeyta on June 9, 1986 in Albuquerque passed away on May 4, 2008. He is survived by his son, Carlos Gilbert Abeyta, III (three weeks old); and girlfriend, Ashley Garcia; sisters, Vania and Shantel Abeyta; grandparents, Ted and Vera Abeyta; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Gilbert and Frances Gallegos. Carlos was a great tattoo artist and business owner. Services will be held Thursday, May 8, 2008, at St. Edwins Church, 2105 Barcelona SW at 8:00 a.m. with Rosary at 9:00 a.m., Funeral following, and burial at Mount Calvary Cemetery.
        Published on: Thu May 08, 2008

ADAMS -- Former New Mexico State Auditor, Harroll H. Adams, died Saturday May 3, 2008, of end-stage renal failure. Adams served as State Auditor from 1987 to 1991. Adams was born on July 15, 1925, in Travis, Texas. Harroll is survived by his wife, Ruth Adams, former Albuquerque City Councilor. His daughter Mary Adams Oleksak, her husband, Mike Oleksak, and their two sons, Sam and David, live in Boston, MA. His other daughter, Liz Adams and her husband, Charles Leonard, and children, Katie and Adam live in Denver, CO. A Celebration of Life reception will be held on Saturday May 10, 2008, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Nativo Lodge at 6000 Pan American Freeway NE. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800 www.danielsfuneral.com
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ALLAN -- Jewel Dean Civerolo Allan, 95, passed away May 6, 2008 in Albuquerque. Jewel was a long time resident of Los Lunas and Gallup. Jewel was born August 8, 1912, in Gilmore OK. She had nine siblings and is survived by two of her sisters, her twin Opal of Poteau, OK and Lorene also Poteau. Jewel moved to the southwest in the early 1930's where she was one of the famed Harvey Girls, serving both in the Grand Canyon and Gallup, NM. In 1939 she married Art Civerolo and settled in Gallup. This marriage produced four daughters. Art passed away in 1969. Jewel married Robert H. "Bob" Allan on Christmas in 1971. In 1994 Bob and Jewel moved to Los Lunas to be closer to their family. Bob passed away in 1998. Jewel belonged to the St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Los Lunas. She was a member of the Eastern Star and the BPO Does. Jewel is survived by her four daughters, Nancy Minor and her husband, Gene, of Aztec, NM, Linda Hamilton and her husband, Tommy, of Albuquerque, Ellen Tomberlin and her husband, Larry, of Los Lunas, and Jolene Day and her husband, Phil, of Albuquerque; and one son, Pete Allan and his wife, Diana, of Albuquerque. Jewel is also survived by 14 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Karen Isaacs. Visitation will be held at the Aspen Funeral home, 1935 Juan Tabo N.E. from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday May 7, 2008. Reverend Robert Mundy will conduct Services on Thursday May 8, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church on the New Mexico State, Los Lunas Campus. Internment will be at Sunset Memorial Park in Gallup, NM on Friday, May 9, 2008. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations are made to the St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 2489, Los Lunas, NM 87031-2489 or to the Poteau Cemetery in Poteau, OK. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 505-323-9000
        Published on: Thu May 08, 2008