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BACA -- Fidelina (Phyllis) Baca, 91, a resident of Albuquerque went to be with her Savior on Wednesday, July 30, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dan; daughter, Barbara; her parents, Miguel and Cleofas Griego; and brother, Christino Griego. Phyllis was born on August 11, 1917 in Corrales, NM; attended Harwood Girls School in Albuquerque; and graduated from Albuquerque Business College. Phyllis married Dan Baca, February 1, 1940. She was her husband's operating partner in establishing Baca's Best Mexican Foods in Albuquerque, 1946. Phyllis is survived by her son, Dan Baca and wife, Kathy of Albuquerque, daughter, Patricia Sterck of Pinedale, WY, son, Anthony Baca and wife, Beth of Piedmont, SC; granddaughter, Marlie Thomas and husband, Rob of Albuquerque, grandson, Damian Baca of Tucson, AZ, granddaughter, Tara Baca of Piedmont, SC, granddaughter, Nicole Baca of Aztec, NM, granddaughter, Ember Baca of Piedmont, SC, grandsons, Roger Gnagey and Cory Gnagey of Piedmont, SC; grandson, Aaron Sterck and granddaughter, Elise Sterck, both of Pinedale, WY; great-grandchildren, Jaydon, Josiah, and Melea Thomas; sister, Erinea (Nieta) Gutierrez and husband, Loyola of Alameda, NM, brother, Robert Griego and wife, Ester of Downey, CA, sister, Dolores Buchnan and husband, Jack of Seattle, WA, sister, Marian Rell of Riverside, CA, sister, Sally Putman of Tipton, MO, brother, Mike Griego Jr. and wife, Crissie of Las Vegas, NV, and sister, Vijies Saiz and husband, Julian of Rio Rancho; sisters-in-law, Rafelita Griego of Rio Rancho, Margaret Garcia, Sarah Chavez and Edna Baca, all of Albuquerque; and many more nephews, nieces, cousins, and precious friends. Phyllis will be remembered for her love of traveling the world, her work with the Elks Club and the Knights of Columbus, her special birthday club, her love of dancing, and her Wednesday morning prayer meetings. We rejoice with her in finally making it home. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday, August 4, 2008, at 10:00 a.m., with Monsignor Olona, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A reception will take place at Glory Christian Fellowship, 2417 Wyoming Blvd. NE, (505) 275-9623, following the burial. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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DAVIS -- Rita Marie (Pitts) R.N. Rita Davis, 72, passed away on July 5, 2008 at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL. She fractured a hip in a fall, had successful surgery, but contracted pneumonia, and died six days after her accident. Rita was born in Evergreen Park, IL to Earl W. and Loretta G. (Walter) Pitts. She attended Catholic schools on Chicago's South Side and graduated in 1957 from Little Company of Mary School of Nursing. She married Jon L Davis that same year in Reynosa, Mexico and they embarked on a 29-year career of travels, living in eight states and Belgium and Germany where she was the lead volunteer at the Bitburg AB Hospital. Her husband survives her at the family home in Albuquerque, their 23rd address. Rita is also survived by a son, Michael; and his children, Drew, Madison, and Michael; daughter, Catherine Davis-Query (Bryan) and their son, Davis all of Albuquerque; daughter, Laurie of Orlando, FL; Laurie's son Spec4 Michael Foster (Ehelen) of Fort Lee VA (currently deployed to Iraq) their daughter, Bella, and Ehelen's sons, D'Metrious and Malachi. She is also survived by her brother, Robert Pitts (Dolores) of Rolling Meadows, IL; a sister-in-law, Gwendolyn (Davis) Stilwell (Johnson) of Pittsfield, IL; and 14 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Muriel Bretz. Cremation has taken place. A Davis family luncheon was held in Pittsfield at the Stilwell home on July 6, 2008, a family and friends memorial was held at the Albuquerque Hilton on July 11, and a Memorial Mass will be held at St. Colette Parish in Rolling Meadows, IL on August 23. Another Mass will be held in her memory that same day at St. Mary's Parish in Pittsfield, IL. Rita was a doting grandmother and will be missed by her wonderful tribe of grandchildren. She was also an animal lover and donations to the Animal Humane Society of New Mexico at 615 Virginia, 87108 would have been her choice of memorial.
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DI GUISEPPI -- MICHAEL Who was called home six years ago today, August 2, 2002. Our lives are forever changed without your love, advice, support, humor, and laughter. You are deeply missed and spoken of daily. All our Love, Now and Forever Claudine, Debra and the Di Guiseppi Family
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EDEN -- Travis Dean Eden, age 52, of Albuquerque, suddenly passed away following challenges of a long-term illness on Wednesday, July 30, 2008. Travis graduated Sandia High School in 1974. He was actively involved locally and nationally with the Order of DeMolay. He attended UNM, earning his BBA in Finance and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He began his banking career at Albuquerque National Bank, and then moved to the First National Bank as VP of Commercial Loans. In 1989, Travis joined the Prudential Insurance Co. of America where he earned recognition in the "Million-Dollar Round-Table" and the company's highest award, "The President's Conference". He became Vice President and Manager of Rocky Mountain Awning Co., later returning to Prudential, then bitten by the entrepreneurial bug and opened a family business, Tropical Smoothie Cafe. He was known for his active community service throughout Albuquerque, NM, and the United States through Leadership Albuquerque, Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, New Mexico State Fair Commissioner, All Faiths Receiving Home Endowment Foundation, DEI, just to name a few. Travis was known for his compassion and care for others, he always put others needs in front of his own. His passions in life were his family and friends. He will long be remembered for his great sense of humor and sharing fun times with those he loved. His life motto was "To touch a life." Travis is survived by Susan, his wife of 28 years; sons, Ryan and wife Katie, Kyle, and Cory; father, Gorden Eden, Sr.; brother, Gorden Eden, Jr. and wife Mary; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Charlotte Eden; and sister, Sherry. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, August 4, at 2:30 p.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper Avenue NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society of NM, 3411 Candelaria NE, Suite M, Albuquerque, NM 87107 or DEI, 1815 Las Lomas Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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GALLEGOS -- Petrita Gallegos, age 96, beloved mother and grandmother, was called home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, July 29, 2008. She was born in Madrid, NM, and was a resident of Albuquerque, formerly of Pena Blanca, NM. She was preceded in death by a son, Emiliano Sanchez. Mrs. Gallegos is survived by her loving children, Helen Lucero and husband Rudy, Josie Torres and husband Alfred, Dolores Garcia and husband Mike, Virginia Gallegos-Martinez, and Joe Gallegos and wife Vicki; daughter-in-law, Sarah Sanchez; 22 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous relatives and friends. Mrs. Gallegos will be greatly missed by all. Visitations will be Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Alameda Mortuary, where a Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m., and followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Pena Blanca Community Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160 www.danielsfuneral.com
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GILES -- Paul Murray Giles, 89, died at his home in Albuquerque on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 after a year-long illness. Paul was born Thursday, January 2, 1919, in Grove City, PA, to Anna Murray and John Wesley Giles, the youngest of three children. In 1940, Paul graduated with an engineering degree from Grove City College, where he excelled academically and on the tennis team. His engineering career with General Electric at Schenectady, NY, was interrupted by service as a naval officer during World War II. Before shipping out to the Pacific, Paul married his childhood sweetheart, Ruth Hulbert. After the war, Paul resumed his career with GE, then with Hughes Aircraft in Tucson, and finally at Los Alamos National Labs, where he worked from 1957 to 1982. Paul enjoyed working crossword puzzles, played competitive tennis into his late 70's, was an avid bridge player and bicycle rider, an amateur radio operator since age 14, a singer with the Highland Harmonizers, and a member of the Friendly Wesleyan Sunday school class at Central Methodist Church. His sense of humor was intact to the end. Paul was the quintessential Christian gentleman. He was preceded by his wife, Ruth; and daughter, Toni; his parents; his brother, Jack; his sister, Frances Morrow. Paul is survived by his son, Murray, and wife, Patty, of Albuquerque; and grandson, Paul Giles III, of Morenci, AZ. Services will be held Monday, August 4, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at Central United Methodist Church, 201 University NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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GUMP -- Robert Paul (Andy) Gump passed away at his home June 19, 2008, in Silver City, NM. He was born April 22, 1914, in Marion, IN to Myrtle Levengood and Ralph Gump. He married Rhode Jane Sheffield, also of Marion, on June 4, 1944. They moved to New Mexico in the late 1940's and resided in Albuquerque, Bosque Farms, Hillsboro, and Truth or Consequences, before moving to Silver City. Mr. Gump spent many years working as a weatherstripper and caulker in the Albuquerque area. He enjoyed travel, motorcycles, fishing, and boating. He took up air rifle target shooting in his late seventies. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Rhoda; sister, Alma Dickson and husband George of Marion, IN; son, Edward and his wife Sara of Hudson NY; daughter, Gigi Shoaf and her husband Doug of Silver City; one granddaughter Valerie Trujillo of Oahu; one grandson, Robert Shoaf of Silver City, and four great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Baca's Funeral Chapel.
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GURULE -- Belta M. Gurule, age 65, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, was called home to be with the Lord, Monday, July 28, 2008. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning (Saturday) at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Bernalillo. Inurnment will follow at the San Antonio de Las Huertas Land Grant Cemetery in Placitas, NM. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87114 (505) 898-3160 www.danielsfuneral.com
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HAYES -- Carol Ann Hayes, 49, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 28, 2008. Carol was born on August 5, 1958. She worked on an accelerated curriculum and graduated one year early in 1975 from Sandia High School. Carol was a kind soul and well liked by everyone who knew her. She loved animals and had a special place in her heart for her two cats, Flamer and Spike. Carol was a beloved aunt, sister, and daughter. She is survived by her parents, Everett and Amelia Hayes; brothers, Robert Hayes and Jack Hayes; sister, Christine Duncan; and two nieces, Sarah and Jamie Duncan, all of Albuquerque. The family would like to express their gratitude to Rhonda Amador for being such a loving friend to Carol through the years. Cremation has taken place. For those who are interested in attending a celebration of Carol's life, please contact Rhonda, 604-3990 in the evenings after 7 p.m., for details. Riverside Funeral Home. 764-9663
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JACOBI -- Florence M. Jacobi, 92, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 31, 2008. She is survived by four children, David Muth and wife, Marsha of Phoenix, AZ, Kathleen Ross and husband, Lonnie of Albuquerque, Mary Chapel of Bosque Farms, Danny Muth and wife, Martha of Denver, CO; stepson, Chuck Jacobi and wife, Sherri of Las Vegas, NV; 14 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Jacobi; and granddaughter, Kimberly Chapel. Florence was born and raised in Springfield, OH and moved to Albuquerque in 1957. She was employed with American Car and Foundry (ACF) from 1959 to 1967 and then employed by the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) from 1967 to 1969. Florence was a member of Calvary Chapel and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Florence had a wonderful sense of humor. She was a wonderful cook, loved to fish at Vallecito Lake with her husband Charlie, play cards and games at family gatherings, and loved to listen to music. Memaw was the center of our family and will be greatly missed. A private Graveside Service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menual Blvd. NE. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, August 3, 2008, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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JUNICK -- Pearl A. (Zukowski) Junick, 83 was called home on Tuesday, July 29, 2008. She was born on March 26, 1925, in Trauger, PA to Anthony and Juliana (Grabowski) Zukowski, and moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1949. Pearl was a member of Queen of Heaven Parish. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, William Junick. She is survived by her sons, David Allen Junick and wife Virginia, Donald R. Junick and wife Louise, Dennis M. Junick and wife Melba, and Dr. Daniel W. Junick and wife Mimi; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Julie Myslewski and husband Edward; and niece, Bernice Ostrosky and husband Leonard of Pennsylvania. Visitation will be held Monday, August 4, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services Carlisle Chapel, with a Rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, August, 5, 2008 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kyle Junick, Dave Junick, Sr., Dave Junick, Jr., Dan Junick, Donald Junick, and Stanley Gray. Honorary Pallbearer will be Dennis Junick. Funeral services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505)884-1188 www.danielsfuneral.com
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MANTILLA DE RIVERA -- Elsa Luz Mantilla de Rivera born on June 27, 1943 passed away on July 31, 2008. She is survived by her children Norman Rivera, Sandra Eugenia Rivera, Ana R. Gonzales, Gabrielo Salais, Rocio Rivera and Maria del Carmen Rivera. A Rosary will be held on Saturday August 2, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. and a Mass is to follow at 3:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 820 Broadway Blvd. A visitation will be held at 4:00 p.m. at Palm Chapel 110 Coal Ave. SE. Interment will be at Fairview Memorial Park at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 3, 2008. Services are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 www.danielsfuneral.com
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ROSENZWEIG -- Connie Rosenzweig (nee Sugar) died July 29, 2008 after a dignified battle with cancer. Connie was born September 19, 1936 in Chicago, IL where she lived for the majority of her life. She married her childhood sweetheart, Mickey, whom she adored and sadly leaves behind. She leaves behind her daughter, Lisa (Rosenzweig) Alpert and son-in-law Lance; son, Scott Rosenzweig and daughter-in-law Liz; and her son, Todd Rosenzweig (deceased) and daughter-in-law Debby. Also mourning her loss are her sister, Joan Plotkin, and her children. She will be deeply missed by her beloved grandchildren Nicole, Benjamin, David and Daniel, and of course her grand-dogs Jackpot, Buddy, and Cosmo. They all brought sunshine into her life. She leaves behind friends all over the country; especially her dear friends in Albuquerque, NM, Chicago, IL, and West Hartford, CT. She was an inspiration to all who knew her. Her warmth and smile befriended all who met her. She was truly a Woman of Valor. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to The Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center at Hartford Hospital c/o Fund Development Department, 80 Seymour Street, Hartford, CT 06102 or call 860-545-2322 .
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SLOTA -- Michael Charles, in Santa Fe, July 31, 2008. He was born on February 5, 1947, in Elizabeth, NJ, to Raymond and Florence Slota. He is survived by wife of 40 years, Elizabeth (Liz); sons Stephan and wife Katy, Benjamin and wife Lisa, and daughter Rebecca Cesario and husband Mario; as well as his six grandchildren, Ryan, Evan, and Nathan Slota and Michael, Gabriela, and Robert Cesario. His brothers, Raymond, John, and Mark, their wives and children, also survive him. Mike graduated from Stevens Institute of Technology in June of 1968, and came to New Mexico to serve in the Air Force at Kirtland Weapons Lab. After completing his military service, he earned a master degree at UNM in Nuclear Engineering and an MBA. He joined Public Service Company of NM in 1973, where he worked in several capacities, including Santa Fe Electric department and the Sangre de Cristo Water Company. He retired from PNM in 1995 after negotiating the sale of the water company to the City of Santa Fe. After retiring, Mike formed a consulting firm and worked in Louisiana, Nepal, Moldova and for the State Department in Iraq as a water consultant. During his time in Santa Fe, Mike also obtained a Master's in Liberal Education at St. John's College. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the University of New Mexico Foundation, Two Woodward Center, 700 Lomas NE, Suite 108, Albuquerque NM 87131-3196 - gift designation: John T. Gribble Endowed Chair for Hematology/Oncology or the Scleroderma Foundation, 300 Rosewood Dr, Ste 105, Danvers MA 01923-1389 (online: www.scleroderma.org). Mike, in his interest of education and science, donated his remains to the UNM Medical School. There will be a Memorial Service when his ashes are returned to the family.
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SMITH -- Billy Franklin Smith, 31, left us July 23, 2008. He is survived by his daughter, Bailey, 3, whom he loved deeply. He leaves his mother, Cathy and step-father, David Grife y Vigil; father, Gary Lee and step-mother, Tina Smith; grandparents, Bill and Yvonne Smith, Myrtle Sparks, Betty Thurber; brothers, B. Jay Smith, David Grife, Mark Grife and families; ex-wife, Amber Smith; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends who are left to mourn his passing. He graduated from Eldorado High School, 1995, was a professional electrician, and owned B.A.B. Electric. Memorial Services are planned for Sunday August 3, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at Christian Fellowship Church, 3901 Claremont Ave NE, Albuquerque 87110. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Bailey Smith Legacy Account at any Branch of the New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union. Services provided by Direct Services, 2919 4th ST, NW, ABQ, 87107. 343-8008
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STEED -- Terry Steed, 59, born and raised in Graham, TX, and a resident of New Mexico for over 20 years, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Steed of Graham, TX; sister, Sandra Stone and husband Carl of Burleson, TX; daughter, Rachel Joyner and husband Kyle of Austin, TX; son, Scotty Steed of Sweeny, TX; grandchildren, Courtney Steed and Ryan Steed of Sweeny, TX; and girlfriend and caregiver, Jacqueline Martinez of Albuquerque. Terry owned and operated Silverado Auto Sales and S-S Thoroughbred Horse Racing. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, August 2, 2008, 12:00 noon, at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ULIBARRI -- Brigida Ulibarri, age 72, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2008. A Viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, in Belen, on Sunday, August 3, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. ,with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held at the San Juan Mission, in Veguita, on Monday, August 4, 2008 at 9:30 a.m., with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the San Isidro Catholic Cemetery. Sign Brigida's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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VIGIL -- Rebecca Lea Vigil was born June 6, 1949 and passed away July 25, 2008. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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VIGIL -- Rebecca Lea Vigil, 59, of Albuquerque died Friday, July 25, 2008. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. She was preceded in death by her brother, Jubal Pettit; and her mother, Colleen Pettit. She is survived by her father, Robert Pettit; her daughters, Tamara Montoya and Selina Vigil; her grandchildren, Christopher Jr., Nikyla and Joaquin Montoya; her brothers, Michael, Timothy, Phillip, Thomas, and Joshua Pettit; her sisters Cassandra Lopez, Jennifer Allred, and Katrina Fritz; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the La Cienega Community Center located at 136 Camino San Jose in La Cienega, NM. May she rest in peace, she will be greatly missed.
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WESTERMAN -- Gayle Westerman passed away on July 28, 2008 while visiting family in Albuquerque. She was 50 years old, and is survived by her husband, Bruce Westerman; son, Joshua Klein, his wife Meiling; and granddaughter, Dylan Gayle; daughter, Audrey and her husband Jason Paul; daughter, Kassandra Westerman; son, Trevor Westerman; sister and brother-in-law Arlene and Glen Stahl; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by parents, Fred and Anne Hulse; brothers, Charles and Paul Hulse; and sisters, Betty King and Katherine Hulse. Her home was in Royse City, TX where she lived in her dream-home that she designed. She worked as a child-care provider, and most recently as a home-health assistant. Gayle touched the lives of everyone she met and was loved by all in return. Known for her sense of humor and sincerity, she could always bring a smile to your face and always be there in a time of need. She loved building memories and preserving them through photos, scrapbooks, and her websites. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service has been held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Animal Humane Association. Gayle had a passion to question the meaning of life and was well aware of its inevitable end. In that, she asked all that knew her to "Forget the sadness, and remember me with gladness." French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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