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OWENS -- "Sue" Mary Francis, 89, beloved wife and mother, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2008. Sue was born near Winnsboro, Texas May 31, 1918 to parents Charles and Lura Stone. She is survived by her devoted husband of 63 years, Floyd Richard "Dick" Owens. Dick and Sue made their home in Albuquerque since 1973. During WWII, Sue lived in Babbitt, Nevada, working for the war effort at the Naval Ammunition Depot. It was there she met and married Dick, a navy sailor stationed at the depot. She devoted much of her time to PTA and as president of PEO. After moving to Alamogordo in the 1960's Sue served in the Gerald Champion Memorial Hospital Volunteer Program. She continued her hospital volunteer work throughout her life and after later moves to Torrance and Lompoc, California, and finally to Albuquerque. While in Lompoc, she was an active member of the Lompoc Flower Club and the annual Lompoc Flower Festival. Throughout her life, Sue was an active member of many churches, including Grace United Methodist Church in Alamogordo, Palos Verdes United Methodist Church and Lompoc United Methodist Church, and Albuquerque's St. John's United Methodist Church where she was active in Naomi Circle. Sue is survived by her daughter, Patsy Cavin and husband Bill of Albuquerque, and by son Richard "Rick" Owens and wife Amy of Rio Rancho. Surviving grandchildren are Kimberli Ruiz and husband Albert, Jeffry Owens and wife Cindy, Thomas Scott Owens and wife Kari, Russell Owens and wife Kelly, Timothy Owens and wife Barbara, Cristina Johnson and husband Joshua, Daniel Cavin and wife April, Ashley Owens, Brianna Owens and Tasha Owens. Also surviving are 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, son Thomas Leon Owens, grandson Dean Edward Owens, sister Juanita Barker, and brother Weldon "Buck" Stone. Visitation will be Sunday, May 4, 2008, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE. Funeral Services will be Monday, May 5, 2008, 12:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 209, Albuquerque 87111 or St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

PADILLA -- Antonia Padilla went home to the Lord on Saturday, April 26, 2008 in Albuquerque at the age of 86. 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. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

PARRISH -- Frances November 14, 1938 - May 1, 1998 Though your time on this earth was all too brief, you touch all those who crossed your path in such a profound way. You were so many things to so many people - friend, sister, grandmother, mother, wife. You generosity, kindness, strength, and resolve were unmatched. Your wit and sense of humor brought light to many hearts. Everyday we know that you live through each of us -in our laughter, tears, and memories. With all of our love, The Parrish and Sedillo Families
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

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
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

PROFFITT -- Susan M Proffitt, 46, of Edgewood, New Mexico, passed away on April 24, 2008. Preceded in death by parents, Floyd and Mae Ferree, of California. Susan leaves behind a husband of 19 years, Roy Proffitt, of Edgewood; brothers, Danny and Jerry Sexton with wife, Joyce, all of California, Howard and Margaret Sexton of California; niece, Robin; and nephews Jake, Joshua, and Adam, all of California; brothers and sisters-in-law Earl and Norma Proffitt, Mike and Priscilla Rickerman, Larry and Teresa Mata, Sheila Proffitt, Kathy Proffitt, all of New Mexico; numerous friends and loved pets. Memorial Services will be held at the Church of the Holy Cross in Edgewood New Mexico on Saturday May 3, 2008, at 1:00
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

RAEL -- Lawrence Paul In fondest memory of Lawrence Paul Rael. The bright candle of his youth was put out on March 30, 2008, in Atascadero, CA. Paul was born on December 30, 1970, in Albuquerque, NM. Paul was an avid science-fiction fan, and a Game-Boy afficianado. He attended church regularly, and loved God and his fellow man. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bernabe and Ernesta Rael, of Albuquerque, NM. and Donald Martin of Pomona, CA. Paul is survived by his sister, Stephanie J. Rael, M.D. of Albuquerque, NM; his parents, Lorenzo and Leigh Ann Rael, of Rancho Cucamonga, CA; his grandmothers, Dorthy Martin of Pomona, CA, Emily Rael of Albuquerque, NM; and uncles, Lee Rael, John Rael, Donnie Martin, Kerry Martin, also many friends in Atascadero, and Coalinga, CA. Cremation has taken place and a Mass for Paul will be held Saturday May 03, 2008, 10:00 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church 1300 Walter NE Albuquerque. Funeral Services will follow at San Pedro Cemetery in San Pedro, NM, with Paul's great uncle, James J. Rael, officiating.
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

ROMERO -- TILLIE L. Romero, 83, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 28, 2008. Mrs. Romero is survived by her loving children, Lydia Abeyta, Ramona Romero, Lorraine Miera and husband, Robert, Philip M. Romero and wife, Angie, Charlie Romero and wife, Cecilia, David Romero and wife, Alma, Rick Romero and wife, Patsy, Paul Romero, Chris Romero and wife, Janie, Adam Romero and wife, Christine; her sister, Emma Candelaria; 23 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Romero was preceded in death by her husband, Guadalupe E. Romero. Mrs. Romero was a member of the Catholic Church and a member of the Legion of Mary. Visitation will be Friday evening at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by the Legion of Mary. Final visitation will be Saturday, May 3, 2008, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 am. at the Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Father Edmund Savilla, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be George Abeyta Jr., Anthony Gutierrez, Eric Romero, Markus Romero, Christopher Romero Jr., Matthew Romero and Richard Romero Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be all of the grandchildren. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

RUIZ -- Soledad Soledad Ruiz May 1,1916-October 5,2005 Happy Birthday Mom
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

SALAS -- George. Our beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, George Salas, passed away on Tuesday morning, April 29, 2008. Born June 6, 1950, he was a Vietnam Vet & lifelong resident of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his mother, Janet Romero and brother, Larry Salas. He is survived his wife, Helen Salas; father, Cipriano and wife, Mary Salas; stepfather, Tony Romero; son, Fernando Salas; step-sons, Christopher Caldwell, Butch, Tony and Randy Harris; daughter, Marie Chavez; step-daughters, Wendy Harris, Lorraine and Paula Ramirez; brothers, Jerry and wife, Liz Salas, Mike and wife, Tina Salas; Richard and wife, Rosa Salas, and Thomas Salas; sisters, Debbie Salas and family friend, Dolores Hernandez, Betty Otero and husband Jose, Karen Garcia and boyfriend, Jose Flores and Starlene Salas; 22 grandchildren and several neices and nephews. He will always be loved & deeply missed. Services will be held on Friday May 2, 2008 @ 10:30 a.m. at St. Annes Church, 1400 Arenal SW, Albuquerque.
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008

TRUJILLO -- Joseph Isidoro "Ted" Trujillo, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly at his home on April 29, 2008. He was 71. Ted was born on April 4, 1937 in Tyrone, CO. He enjoyed traveling, going to Isotopes baseball games, the New York Yankees, and his friends and family. Funeral Services will be held at Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 12500 Carmel AVE. NE. The service dates and times are pending and will be announced. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Thu May 01, 2008