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BLOOMFIELD -- Gerald R. "Jerry" Bloomfield age, 70, and a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008. Jerry graduated from Valley High School in 1956, from UNM in 1963, and received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Wyoming in 1966. He was a prominent Albuquerque Attorney for the past 41 years. Jerry was a member of Temple Lodge #6, Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple, the Scottish Rite and, as well, he was retired from the Carpenters Union Local #1319. Jerry will be remembered as a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be dearly missed. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, R. Rodell and Florence Bloomfield. Jerry is survived by his wife of 45 years, Gladys; son, John and Fiance, Alizabeth Apodaca; and children, Angelica and Ronnie; daughter, Lori; sisters, Johnna Yarbrough, Janiece Loveland and husband, Max, Cathe Collard and fiance, Ken Corazza; four nephews; three nieces; and their spouses and families; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Memorial Service will be held at Los Altos Church of the Nazarene, 215 Erbbe NE, on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 1:00 p.m., with a reception following the Services. In lieu of flowers, please send donations: In Memory of Jerry Bloomfield to the Alzheimer's Association, 9500 Montgomery NE. Ste. 209, ABQ., NM. 87111. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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BRIENO -- Amy L. Brieno, 52, a devoted and beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Eddy Brieno; children, Joseph and Stacey Brieno; step-son, R.D. Brieno and wife, Jasmine; grandchildren, Rourke, Zayden and Tacorra; father, L.H. "Rocky" Granzow and wife, Lois; mother, Lucille Granzow; brothers, Howard N. Granzow and wife, Kim and Brandon M. Granzow and wife, Amanda; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was born in Herington, Kansas. She was passionate about home schooling her children. She enjoyed music and taking care of the family animals. A Service celebrating Amy's life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com.
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BROCK -- B.J. passed away Saturday, May 3, 2008. She was surrounded by her family, with all of the love and strength they could give her to take with her on this new journey. B.J.'s final dream came true when she watched her daughter, Amber, graduate from college just hours before she left this world. B.J. is survived by her daughter, Amber Mares and Jim Bowen; daughter, Nicole and Rob Brown; her grandchildren, Misty Nicole Mares (her partner in crime) and Brandon Lee Mares (her fashion sidekick); Gary Brightbill, her partner in so many aspects; Jynx, Spango, and Deja May, her kitties; sister, Kathy and Mike Everett; brother, Ken Miller; and numerous "family" members including: James Mares, Janice, Tanner, and Carolyn Wood, Rhonda and Doug Abbott, Andrew C. Rogers, Hank and Helen Koller, Kimmy and Shelly DeBord, Azuree Fajardo, Natasha Stephens, Grady Brock, as well as numerous friends. B.J. has now been reunited with her mom and dad, Ruby and Charles O'Connor, Roselyn Baca, Tommy, Happy, and Sissy. B.J. was a very accomplished and successful woman during her lifetime. She was so accomplished that trying to list everything would be too immense. "For the last two days I have been trying to find any words that would come remotely close to describing mom. I have now decided that there are not any in existence. My mom was my strength, my study partner, my biggest fan, my teacher, my role model, and above all she was my best friend! My world is missing one of the most vital aspects needed to be right! My mother was my all; she was my everything. 'Mom, thank you for sacrificing yourself to make sure I was taken care of. Thank you for being my mom, my teacher, and above all for being my friend! Not a day will go by that a thought of you will not go through my mind and my heart! I will forever respect you, learn from you, remember you, and love you! Happy Mother's Day! I hope that it's a good one and one where you have pure happiness and rest. I love you so much and am blessed that I was able to be the biggest part of your world. No mom, it's not my door bell-just sounds like it. Only because I had the 411 on you this whole time. You had to go out teasing me about how I sleep-didn't you? Hope you got the last laugh and did it all the way to nana and nane!" With my heart as yours and all the love I can give to you! Amber-Your Baby Girl "Not a day went by that I did not think of my mom. The lessons I learned from her taught me how to be a strong, independent, loving woman. I will always love my mom and continue to think of her each day. I take comfort in the fact that she is in a better place looking down on all who loved her." Nicole Brown "Mom was a wonderful person. It will be impossible not to miss her being in my life. Not only did she make an impression with me, but she did with anybody she came in contact with. B.J. made so many people happy! I love you mom." Jim Bowen "I have shared many good times with my Nana. She meant a lot to me and if she was here I would want her to know that 'I love you!' Her name is B.J. Brock (aka Nana, Noni, and Mom) to me and my mommy. If I could have one wish, it would be to have my Nana alive! I will love you and miss you forever!" Love Always, Misty "Nana was the best! She was the coolest person I have ever met. I will miss her and enjoyed all of the times I spent with her. I will always remember her and she will always be in my heart!" Love you Nana, Brandon (aka Shorty McGoth Boy, Shorty McTalks A Lot, and Bubba) "B.J. was so many things to me; my friend, my advisor, and my partner in business and in life. She was nothing less than 100%. She lived her life on her terms and if it wasn't right then it just wasn't! Her love for me was like her life-unequivocal. My life is at transition now, and I know the ones who knew her felt it too. We are all a little less without her. Thanks for your love Babe and the grace you brought to my life!" Love Gary "Seasons have come and gone and many things have changed. There is one thing that I am sure of that will always remain the same; B.J. was always there when needed, she gave her shoulder to cry on, had a laugh to make you smile, and she would give a stern word to keep you in line. She always went the extra mile! I know that she will never truly be gone as long as her loving memory remains in my heart!" Love James "What a truly beautiful woman you are! I feel so lucky to have been befriended and loved by both you and Amber. The way that you embraced my kids and I into your heart is a bond that we will forever cherish. Thank you for inviting us into your life B.J. I hope your last memory of me is poking fun at you, not of me repeatedly poking you in the eye trying to remove your contact! I love you B.J.-with all of your grace, warmth and charm. Yours are shoes that can never be filled by anyone." Janice "B.J. was a really great lady who lit up the room every time she walked into it. I didn't know her very long, but I am grateful for the time we had together. She will be greatly missed." Tanner "Nana B.J. was like no other woman. She would have this feeling of security when with her. She was a gorgeous woman who always had a twinkle in her eyes. Whenever she would walk into a room, it would just seem brighter. She was positive, fun, beautiful, funny and she was just a joy to have known. It makes me want to cry that so many people won't have their lives touched by her like mine. Right now I am ready for her to come back home to all of us." Love Carolyn "I have had something very tragic happen in my life. My nana just died. Even though she is not actually my nana, she is like one to me. I really loved her. Even though she was not part of my family she was part of my life. I miss her a lot and wish with all of my heart that she would come back but she can't. I want her to come back. I love you nana!" Love Natasha There will be a wake for BJ at 1601 Muriel Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112 with refreshments and memories following the Service! 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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BUSH -- Jay F. Bush was born March 17, 1956, and passed away May 1, 2008. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663 www.riversidefunerals.com
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CHAVEZ -- Margaret "Margie" Chavez was born March 28, 1937. She passed away Monday, May 5, 2008 at the age of 71. Margie was a member of the San Jose Parish. She worked as a Director of El Encanto Day Care Center, where she retired after 25 years of dedicated service. After her retirement, she worked part-time for the United Methodist Church. Margie will be remembered as a wonderful mother, sister, grandmother, great- grandmother, great-great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. She was loved and will be truly missed by her beloved family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vidal "Billy" Chavez; and her mother, Lizzie Mojarro. Margie is survived by her brother, Paul Gurule and wife, Peggy; children, Janet Torres and husband, Gilbert, David Chavez and wife, Mary, Leroy Chavez and wife, Kim, Robert Chavez and wife, Pauline, Berna Bustillos and husband, Chino, Liz Chavez, Analisa and Samantha; seventeen grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at St Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 816 Broadway Blvd. SE. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. with the Visitation beginning at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 9, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. with burial following at Los Padillas Cemetery off of South Coors. Pallbearers will be her children, Janet, David, Leroy, Robert, Berna. and Liz. Honorary pallbearers will be her brother, Paul Gurule and wife, Peggy, Antionette Sandoval, and Olivia Chavez. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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DEROSE -- Frank A. DeRose, age 90, a resident of Jarales, NM, joined his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. All services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church beginning with a Viewing on Thursday, May 8, 2008, at 5:30 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A final Visitation will be held on Friday, May 9, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Sign Frank's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM.
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GALLEGOS -- James David May 8, 1983 - May 6, 2004 Happy Birthday-Gone But Not Forgotten Our loving thoughts are with you today. Though we can't see you we know you're still with us. You're in our hearts always. We love you and miss you and will never forget you. Mom, Dad James, family, and friends
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HERNANDEZ -- Thomas L. Hernandez, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered into eternal life on Monday, May 1, 2008. Thomas enjoyed the love of music, which included playing the drums and singing. He was employed by APS for 17 years and loved by all of the teachers and children at Chaparral Elementary School. He was preceded in death by his father, Tomas Hernandez. Thomas is survived by his wife, Mary Helen Hernandez; sons, Thomas Ricardo Hernandez, Martin P. Hernandez and Gabriel A. Hernandez; extended family: his mother, Manuela Hernandez; brothers, Jose Hernandez and wife Sara, Gavino Hernandez and wife Loretta, Jessie Hernandez and wife Gloria; Mike Hernandez and wife, Carmen, Santos Hernandez and wife, Diane, Louis Hernandez and wife, Linda, Rosilio Hernandez and wife, Brenda; sisters, Mary Hernandez, Rose Hernandez, Romona and Erasmo Campos, Theresa and Barney Barela; grandchildren, Matthew, Martin, Mariah, and Jasmine; many nephews, nieces, cousins, other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Rosary will be recited in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW., on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., with a Visitation beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial is pending. The location and time will be announced at the Rosary. Burial will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Martin Hernandez, Gabriel Hernandez, Gavino R. Hernandez, Joseph Hernandez, Nick Hernandez, Chris Hernandez and Andrew Lucero. Honorary pallbearers will be B.J Barela, Erasmo Campos Jr., Adarian Talamente, Gilbert Hernandez, Michael Lucero Jr., Matthew Martinez, Ramon Bentacu and Louis Garcia. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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JEWELL -- John D. Jewell, 85, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lois Jewell; son, Jerry Jewell and wife, Janice, of Albuquerque; daughter, Brenda Milam, of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Jackie Jewell of Tucson, AZ, Pam Gillum and husband, Jude, of Tucson, AZ, and Justin Jewell and Stephanie Favig of Denver, CO; step-grandchildren, Tamara Simkins of Albuquerque, and Mike Simkins and family of Farmington, NM; and nephew, Russell Thompson of Albuquerque. Mr. Jewell was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. John, Lois, and Jerry moved to Albuquerque from Bristol, TN in 1955. Brenda then came along in 1957. They traveled a lot in their RV and loved visiting Branson, MO. John loved sports cars, especially the Mazda RX7. He will be dearly missed by his loving family. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, May 8, 2008, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Services will be held Friday, May 9, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will immediately follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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JOHNSTON -- Doris Marie Smith Johnston joined her Lord on Friday, May 2, 2008. She was born in Rifton, NY on September 27, 1920. After graduating from Kingston High School, she later moved to Iowa with her father. She then followed friends to Albuquerque where she met her husband, John of the United States Navy on the then Sandia Base. They were married in the Base Chapel in 1949. Doris Marie retired in 1987 from the U.S. Civil Service at Kirtland Air Force Base. She was active in the League of Women Voters where she worked tirelessly to help create the Petroglyph National Park. Doris enjoyed the art of Ikebana flower arranging. She was a member of New Life Presbyterian Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 200. Doris is survived by her husband, John of Albuquerque; and her daughter, Kaarin, who teaches in St. Joseph, MN. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wednesday, May 7, 2008, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Services will be held Thursday, May 8, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 209, Albuquerque, 87111. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE Albuquerque NM 87112 (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Thu May 08, 2008