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BATES -- Jack H. Bates, Jr. (Casey), 54, departed this life on April 24, 2008, at his home in West Plains, MO. He fought a long and courageous battle with cancer prior to leaving us. Born in Albuquerque August 13, 1953, to the late Jack H. and Peggy Bates, he was a 1971 graduate of Valley High and an honorably discharged veteran of the USAF. Casey is survived by his longtime companion, Glenda Carr, of West Plains, MO; sister Julianne B. Knutson, her husband, Paul; and children, Kohl and Kassidy, of Orchard, CO: his sister, Jennifer B. Averill and her husband, William Allen Averill, of Corrales; and many good friends in NM and MO. Although sometimes a troubled wanderer, he was an artist with his music, woodwork, house renovations, painting, and beautiful housekeeping. We will miss him and send him love on the next journey; Life means all that it ever meant. I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. All is well. Nothing is past. Nothing has been lost. One brief moment and all will be as it was before-only better. Infinitely happier. We will be one, together forever (Kevin Healy).
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BURNS -- Scotty Burns March 14, 1965 - April 28, 2008 Scotty Burns, 43, of Nashville, TN., passed away Monday April 28, 2008, in Nashville. A Memorial Service is pending.
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DEPEW -- Mina Johansen DePew passed away April 26, 2008, at Monzano del Sol in Albuquerque. Born in Cherokee, IA July 19, 1918, to Fred Johansen and Isa Lighthall, she grew up in Clarinda, IA with her younger sister, Kathrine. She graduated from the University of Iowa and married Reo DePew of Clarinda May 31, 1940. In Dayton, OH July, 1944 she gave birth to a son, Jon; and in Baltimore, MD July, 1948, a son, Ren. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1949 when Reo began his career at Sandia National Laboratory. Mina, a full time mother and housewife, was an active member of PEO and the First Congregational Church. Her creative talents drew her to handy crafts and playing in Bell Choir. Mina was preceded in death by Reo in July 1990, and is survived by sons Jon DePew of Pasadena, CA, Ren DePew of Tijeras, NM, niece Karen Hurley-Watkins of Fairfield, CA And Nephew Steven Richardson, M.D., of Coos Bay, OR. A memorial service will take place at the First Congregational Church, 2801 Lomas Blvd. N.E. on May 7 at 3:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Cotty College, 1000 W. Austin, Nevada, MO 62772 would be appreciated.
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DERSAHAGIAN -- Helen Vroom Dersahagian, 95, born on December 15, 1912, in Patterson, NJ, passed away in Thousand Oaks, CA on March 21, 2008, of natural causes. She fought the good fight. She resided in Sloatsburg, NY from 1954-1978, and Albuquerque, New Mexico from 1978-2001. Helen was predeceased by her husband, Simon (Dusty); daughter, Christie; and grandson, Duke; as well as all six of her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her son, Jay; and grandchildren, Alyssa and Ty. She lived with Jay, Alyssa, and Ty from 2001 until her passing. She lovingly taught first grade for five decades in the NJ Public School System and corresponded with former students throughout her life. Other fond memories include, summers spent at Green Pond, NJ in her youth. No finer wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt, teacher, or friend has ever graced this earth. She gave so much more than she took. Any correspondence may be sent in care of Jay Dersahagian, 3902 Mondovi Ct, Moorpark, CA 93021, or jd@marineland.com.
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FOX -- Jasper Fox, 61, of Albuquerque, passed away on April 23, 2008. He is survived by his sister, Janis Estman, her husband, Alvin, and their sons, Ryan and Aaron; two other nephews; and one niece; and his friends at Cash and Carry. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shigino Fox ; parents, Jasper and Fern Fox; sister, Frances; and brother, Jeff. Cremation has taken place. A private Memorial Service has taken place.
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GONZALES -- Tony L. In Loving Memory of Tony L. Gonzales December 6, 1939 - April 30, 2003 it's been five long and hard years since you have passed. We love and miss you dearly with each and every passing day. You were the best Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather any of us could ever ask for. You will remain in all of our hearts forever. Love Always, Viola, Howard & Theresa, Charles & Diane, Raymond, ToniAnn, Tanya, April, Annie, Genie, Marie, John, Natasha, Santiago, Isiah, Victoria, Jaylynne, Jorden & Gabriel
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HERRINGTON -- Nancy B. Herrington, 67, passed away on May 1, 2008 after a determined battle against ovarian cancer. She grew up in Ruleville, Mississippi and moved to Albuquerque in the 1960's where she enjoyed the sunshine and big blue sky. Nancy was preceded in death by her beloved dog and companion, Chowder. Nancy will be greatly missed by her son Preston (Gay) Herrington, III, of Farmington, NM, daughter Beth (Steven) Sanchez of Albuquerque, and her two precious granddaughters, Sarah and Rachel of Farmington. Nancy was very thankful to all the physicians, nurses, other medical personnel and Department of Senior Affairs staff who provided excellent compassionate care and services. Per Nancy's request, no memorial services will be held. In keeping with her love for all dogs, the family asks that any donations be made to the Albuquerque Humane Association of New Mexico (255-5523).
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ILFELD -- Robert M. Ilfeld, born January 25, 1926, passed away on April 26, 2008. Son of Max and Bertha Rosenau Ilfeld, and a member of one of New Mexico's most illustrious pioneer families, Bob grew up primarily in Taos, New Mexico. He attended Fountain Valley School in Colorado Springs and the New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell. He graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 1944 with a degree in nuclear physics. Drafted into the army that same year, he was sent to Los Alamos to work on top-secret projects as a young physicist. Upon release from the service, Bob attended graduate school at California Institute of Technology, earning his Masters degree in nuclear physics. At the start of his professional career, Bob worked on a variety of projects with General Electric in New York. He was then called to manage a family business in Jackson, Michigan. As president of the company, Quick Industries, he converted the focus from metallurgy to plastic extrusions and expanded the business from one plant to six, located throughout the Midwest. While at Quick, he was sponsored to return to MIT as a Sloan Fellow, earning an MSM degree from the Sloan School of Business. After a few more years with Quick Plastics, the opportunity arose for him to return to MIT as an Associate Director for Executive Programs at Sloan. He moved from there to Minneapolis, then Seattle, to work for a small conglomerate, as Director of Operations Analyses, helping to buy, sell, and manage several divisions. At age 53, Bob retired and returned to New Mexico to be near his parents and replant his roots in New Mexican soil. Retirement lasted only three months, when he became a Financial Consultant for Dean Witter Reynolds Company, now Morgan Stanley. Retiring in 2007 as Senior Vice President and Financial Consultant, after more than 28 years in the business, he considered brokering to be the most enjoyable and challenging of his diverse careers. In 1999, Bob married Pearl Thompson and they traveled together extensively. Bob enjoyed travel, and meeting new people. He played bridge avidly from an early age, earning Life Master status. Golf was another passion, which he enjoyed both for the sport itself and for golfing friendships. Showing his lively sense of humor, he said in his last days, "I am Bob Ilfeld and I approve this message." In addition to his devoted wife Pearl, Bob is survived by his sister, Florence Beier and her husband Rolf; his children, Rick Ilfeld and wife Betsy, Kathy Stillings, Marty Ronish and husband Ed, Ellen Ilfeld and her partner Judith Evans, and step-daughter Marsha Schumacher and husband Kent. Bob is survived by two grandchildren, Mark and Bonnie Ronish, as well as four step-grandchildren; Mark Thompson, Ben Thompson, Krissy Zikkos, and Michelle Lardizibal, and their children. Bob will be remembered for his gifts of love and generosity to his family, his friends, colleagues and clients, and for his fortitude and courage in meeting his life's last challenges. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent in his name to The New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, 4407 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110-2951 (www.nmso.org); The New Mexico Jewish Historical Society, 5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 (www.nmjewishhistory.org); or The National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016 (www.kidney.org/support/donation_form.pdf) Family wishes to thank the Home Instead staff. Memorial Service will be Saturday, May 3, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Albuquerque, NM 87109 Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
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JENKINS -- J.W. Jenkins, age 52, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2008 after a lengthy illness. J.W. was born August 1, 1955 in Corpus Christi, TX to the late Gladys Mae and Willie Marvin Jenkins, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife, Julie, his stepson, Sean Dolan, his sister, Mae, brother, Will Jenkins, wife, Faye, and children, Cole, Kyle, and Chris, sister, Wanda Smith, husband, William , and children, Lynette and Curtis, sister, Deborah Johnson, husband, Ace, and children, Cassie, Mandy, and Rachel, sister, Nola Johns; and children, Michelle and Michael, brother, Al Jenkins, wife, Sandy and children, LeAnn, Jacob, Leia and Devan; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, all of whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his beloved brother, Ross Lee Jenkins. J.W. was a follower of our Lord Jesus Christ and is now at peace with him. His work as an electrician was always completed with the highest degree of excellence, precision and care. Along the way, J.W. enjoyed being an encourager to those around him. Services will be held Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the Taylor Cemetery in Trinity County, TX with arrangements handled by Waller-Thorton Funeral Home, 203 San Jacinto, Trinity, TX 75862. Memorial donations may be made to Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87111.
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KAILING -- Barbara Jean Kailing, 68, died April 30, 2008. She was born July 211, 1939, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Barb lived the first part of her life in Wisconsin, graduating from Pardeeville High School in 1957 and finishing her BA degree at Carroll College. Barbara received her MA from Middlebury College in Vermont. She taught elementary, secondary, and college levels in Wisconsin, Guatemala, Columbia, Spain, New York, Georgia, and Virginia. Barbara finished her teaching career at William and Mary College in Virginia. She was finishing her PhD degree at the University of NM when struck by cancer. Barbara lived much of the time in a wheel chair in Albuquerque for over 20 years. She tutored various people in Spanish during the time of her limited mobility. Barbara had a great deal of musical talent, singing soprano, and playing guitar. Barbara sang solos at weddings, funerals, and other church services. She sang opera with a number of companies, notably the Florentine Opera Company in Milwaukee and the Spanish Royal Theater in Madrid where she performed with such artists as Placido Domingo and Monserrat Caballe. In the Albuquerque area, she was a member of Zarzuela Opera Company and the Pan American Round Table, a national organization that fosters Hispanic culture and learning. Barbara had an independent spirit, living alone most of her life. She was preceded in death by one brother, Jonathan Frank Kailing, and her parents Harold and Mary Elizabeth Kailing. Barbara is survived by brothers, Stephen (Nancy) Kailing of Silver City, NM, Daniel (Laura) Kailing of Suttons Bay, MI, and Joel (Kim) Kailing of Ooltewah, TN; one sister, Linda (Bob) Moore of Winston Salem, NC; ten nieces and nephews and ten great-nieces and great-nephews. She had several close friends with two of the closest being Debbie Eagan and Lazara Ramirez, both of Albuquerque. Memorial services will be held Monday, May 5, 2008, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to the caring staff of the Hospice of the Sandias and A New Day Assisted Living. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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