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BARBER -- BRYAN M. BARBER July 27, 1972 - August 19, 2006 "To Those I Love and Those who Love Me" When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do. You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears, be happy that we had so many years. Grieve for a while for if grieve you must, Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away, for life goes on, So if you need me, call and I will come. I'll greet you with a smile and say "Welcome Home" "We love and miss you daddy" Amelia, Elizabeth, Abigail and Breanna. Georgette, Mother; Carol Barber mom and dad: John and Martha
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C' DE BACA -- Nevarez A. C' de Baca, a resident of Albuquerque, went into the hands of the Lord on August 16, 2008. He is preceded in death by his parents Felipe and Marianita C' de Baca; four sisters; and one brother. He is survived by one brother Philip C' de Baca , Jr., from Colorado Springs, CO; four sisters Alberia C' de Baca, Dora Sanchez and husband Arthur, Margaret Trujillo and husband Flavio, all from Albuquerque, and Lupe Garcia from Jemez Springs. He had many nephews and nieces, was a very devout Catholic, and was a member of the Third Order of St. Frances for many years. He loved singing and was a member of the Catholic Church Choir and had a host of friends. He was a retired schoolteacher from Albuquerque Public School System having taught many years at Garfield Middle School. Visitation will be Friday, August 22, 2008, 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Mildred NW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gabriella Nieto. Final Viewing will be Saturday, August 23, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. by Father Ron Carillo. Entombment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be Celso Armijo, Benjamin Duran, John Paul Duran, George Jaramillo, David Bachelor, and Ed Lucero. Honorary pallbearers will be Orlando Chavez, Richard Campos, Rickie Campos, Ron Jaramillo, George Lucero, Carl Guevara, Delano Bennett, and all his nephews and nieces. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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CHAVEZ -- Jerome Chavez, 23, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on August 16, 2008. Jerome is survived by his mother, Christina Gomez; father, George Chavez; brothers, Christopher Gomez and girlfriend Jeanette Sanchez, and Ross Chavez; sisters, Brianna Rose Chavez, and Gianna Perea; grandmothers, Priscilla Chavez and Socorro Gomez; fiancee, Erica Perea; future-in-laws, Joe and Theresa Perea; and many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Jerome was preceded in death by his sister, Kandice Rose Chavez; grandfather, George E. Chavez; and grandfather, Alegundo Gomez. Jerome was a very loved son and person. He brought happiness to everyone that he met in his life and was loved by everyone that knew him. Jerome was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan, a heavy equipment operator at AUI, Inc., and was persuing his goal in life which was to be a paramedic with the fire department and save lives. Jerome we love you and miss you very much, you were awesome. Visitation will be Wednesay, August 20, 2008, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Cecilia Padilla. Final visitation will be Thursday, August 21, 2008, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. by Father John Tourangeau. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael SIlva, Santiago Garcia, Joe Torres, David Herrera, Anthony Martinez, and Eric Martinez. Honorary pallbearers will be Rick Lucero, Juanito Silva, Ross Chavez, Christopher Gomez, Ronnie Grado and Joe Perea. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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DERN -- Herman L. Dern, age 85, a resident of Albuquerque for 28 years, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Dorothea; one son, Martin and wife Kimberly; three grandchildren, Stephanie, Rebecca and Christian; one great-grandson, Elijah; and four brothers, Harry, Frank, Joseph and David; two sisters, Beverly and Audrey. He was a Veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army. Graveside Services will be held Friday, August 22, 2008 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
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ELLIS -- JAMES NORMAN ELLIS retired MSGT. United States Air Force, Vietnam Veteran, and APS teacher for 22 years. was received into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 17, 2008, after a swift and sudden battle with cancer. Jim was the beloved husband and best friend, of Kathy, father/"pop" of Valerie Jean (Matthew) Janeway, Susie Smietanski, James (Lois) Ellis, Jr., Jennifer Warnock (Bryan Smith), Michael (Jessica) Ellis, Anjel (Brenda) Montoya, Joshua (Maree) Montoya, and Alicia (Devin) Pepper, His grandchildren are: Angela Alyward, and Michelle (Joseph) Merritt, Taylor Smietanski, Brian and Skylar Warnock, Sierra (Josh) Beck and Brian Rickenbaugh, Marissa, Michael, Mikayla and Joshua Ellis, DeLayne Martinez, Hope (Tim) Leddbetter, Junior Gonzales, Alexandria, Nicholas, and Logan Montoya, Josiah and Jeremiah Montoya, and Madilyn James Pepper. His great-grandchildren are: Mikaylah Leddbetter, and soon to be Morgan Renee Merritt: brother of Don (JJ) Ellis, and brother-in-law to Ronald and Sandra Gales. Born to Clara and Gordon Ellis in Mission, TX, Jim went "up North" to San Antonio when he joined the Air Force in 1959. During his Air Force career, he became a trained mechanic and later crossed trained to be a munitions specialist. In his 22 years he served in many parts of the world, including three tours in Thailand during the Vietnam War. He retired and moved to Albuquerque where he met and married the love of his life, Kathy. Together they received their undergraduate and graduate degrees in education at the University of New Mexico. They have worked in the APS system at Truman Middle School, Alameda Elementary, Ernie Pyle, and Van Buren Middle Schools, and for the past 11 years they have, together, been a part of the close and loving Sandia High School family. While Jim was stationed at Clark Air Base in the Philippines, in 1965, he met a missionary couple affiliated with Cadence International, Tom and Dottie Hash. He has always referred to them as his Spiritual Parents, because they led him to a close, personal relationship with his Savior, Jesus Christ. It was shortly after this time that Jim found a true calling: he always said his favorite thing during those years was teaching English to the Thai people at Bible studies. This was the motivation to start his second career in teaching. Jim was a man of many talents. When something was broken, we would all say, "Give it to Jim (Grampa), he can fix anything." He loved computers, woodworking, leather craft, swimming, scuba diving, traveling to visit children and grandchildren. One of his most gifted talents was in the field of singing. He was always involved in church choirs and various music events (two of his most memorable were at Sandia High School channeling Elvis and Johnny Cash). Jim was a friend to everyone. He was a kind and faithful man, who loved his wife as himself; loved his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren with great joy; loved the Lord with all his heart and soul. He attended Calvary Chapel since 1990, and was blessed with a special kinship group of amazing Christians. A Military Service will be held at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the Patsy Giffin Theatre at Sandia High School on Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. Friends, family, current and former students are invited to attend. A Celebration of his Life will be held at 4900 Bond Court NW on Saturday, August 23rd at 3:00 p.m. Friends, students and family are invited to bring food, music, memories, and share in the joy of his life. Please contact the family at 379-0313, or 907-9415 if more information is needed. Online condolences: www.Reflectionoflife.com. The Salazar family of REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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FERNANDES -- Lita Fernandes was born on August 28, 1938 in San Antonio, NM, and went to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 16, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her husband, Amancio M. Fernandes; daughter, Sylvia Gonzalez and husband, Rick; granddaughters, Ashley Gonzalez and Jessica Gallegos; grandson, Aaron Gonzalez; sisters, Cecelia Gallegos, Mary Chavez and husband, Adenito, Isabel Serna, Gloria Welch, Juana Oreb and husband, Richard, Clorinda Gonzales; brothers, Stan Gonzales and wife, Trini, Nestor Gonzales; and a large, extended family. Mrs. Fernandes was "The Rosary Lady." Rosary will be recited Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 9:30 a.m. and services will follow at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Aaron Gonzalez, Mack Gonzales, Pablo Serna, Antonio J. Gonzales, IV, B. Julian Serna, Gary Galemore, and Leonard Montano. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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FULMER BAYE -- Doris P. Fulmer Baye, 83, passed away on August 18, 2008. Arrangements are being entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
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GITZENDANNER -- Jeanne "Kits" Gitzendanner of Albuquerque, NM, formerly of Bedminster, NJ, died peacefully in her home on August 14, 2008. Kits was born in Newark, NJ on January 6, 1918 and graduated from Bloomfield HS in Bloomfield, NJ. She graduated from Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School in NY. During World War II, she was employed in New York at the Eastern Airlines terminal building, and later worked for United Airlines. She is predeceased by her husband, Robert Gitzendanner who passed away in 1994. Kits and Robert moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1983 to join their daughters, Jan and Kristie, already living there and working with the phone company. Kits and Robert enjoyed living in the southwest and traveled quite a bit to see it all. Robert was a WWII veteran and is buried in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Kits will be buried with him after a small service with family and friends. Arrangements were made by French's Mortuary. Memorial donations can be sent to the Animal Humane Association of NM, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, Utah 84741.
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GREER -- Milton Greer, age 85, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2008. Funeral services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
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HALL -- Douglas D. Hall, age 86, of Belen, went home to be with the Lord on Monday August 18, 2008 after a short battle with leukemia lymphoma. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Bettie; a son and daughter; one sister; and several grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. A Celebration of his Life will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 10:00 a.m., at the First Baptist Church of Belen with Pastor Boyd Morerod officiating. Interment will be private. The family will begin receiving friends at the church at 9:30 a.m.. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are being handled by Riverside Funeral Home of Belen, 418 W. Reinken Ave. An online guest register is available at www.riversideofbelen.com
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HAMPTON -- Orvey E. Hampton Sr. went to be with the Lord Friday, August 14, 2008 in Las Cruces, NM after suffering a massive heart attack three weeks prior. Orvey was born in Payden, OK, January 18, 1925 and remained in Oklahoma until 1955 when he and his wife and children moved to Albuquerque, NM. Betty, his wife of 54 years, preceded him in death in 1997. He is survived by a son, Orvey Jr.and his wife Judy, who reside in California, and a daughter Joan Newsome who resides in Colorado. He had five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Orvey spent the last 30 years of his life serving the Lord as a pastor in churches in Belen and Los Lunas before moving to Elephant Butte, where he was Sr. Pastor at Central Christian Church in Truth or Consequences, NM. The last ten years brought Orvey many health challenges, including blindness, but it never deterred him and he remained active and independent until his heart attack. A Memorial Service will be held at Church of the Butte, Elephant Butte, NM, August 22, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements are by Kirikos Family Funeral Home, Inc. & Sierra Crematory, LLC, (TorC)
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HAYES -- Carol Ann Hayes, 49, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on July 28, 2008. A Memorial Service will be held for Carol on Saturday, August 23, 2008 at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul Blvd NE, at 2 p.m. For more info, call Rhonda after 7 p.m. at 604-3990.
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HENSLEY -- Louise Wilson Hensley, 89, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, died Sunday, August 17, 2008. She is survived by her two daughters, Anne Harris and husband, Larry, Barbara Cannon and husband, Malcom; her sister, Joan Wilson Lybyer of Mountain Grove, Missouri; her nephew, Dr. James Lybyer; her niece, Jeanne Knight; four grandsons, Rev. Ftr John Cannon of Springer, NM, David Cannon and wife, Stephanie of Olive Branch, MS, Daniel Cannon and wife, Robin of Mancos, CO, and Aaron Harris of Frisco, TX. She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren. Louise was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Benny Hensley, and her parents Bert and Bertha Wilson of Mountain Grove, MO. After graduating high school at 16, she attended an eight week summer session in teaching methods at Southwest Missouri State College, the fall found her teaching her first classes in a rural school, grades one through eight, at a salary of 60 dollars per month. In 1953, the family moved to Albuquerque, NM where she taught in the Albuquerque Public Schools for 33 years, ten years at Longfellow Elementary, ten years at Bel Air Elementary and 13 years as Special Education Diagnostician. In 1968, she was chosen by the Classroom Teacher's Association as the Albuquerque Teacher of the Year. She earned her Master's Degree at the University of New Mexico. Benny and Louise were among the first to introduce the registered Missouri Foxtrotting horse into New Mexico. Memorial services will be Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 2:00 p.m., at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE. Entombment of the Urn 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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HILDEBRANDT -- Mary Lucille Mary Lucille Hildebrandt, age 76, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2008, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with a rare and incurable form of cancer. Mary was preceded in death by her mother, Angela McDonald; father, Tetsuro Sato; stepfather, Jose McDonald; brother, Dr. Carlos McDonald; and beloved grandson, Spencer Peters. She is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, E.H. ("Bud") Hildebrandt; eight children and their spouses: Pat and JP Soden of Sebastopol, CA; Jean and Manny Lucero; Dr. Rick Hildebrandt and Dr. Teri Longacre of Menlo Park, CA; Russell and Kathy Hildebrandt of Friendswood, TX; Fred Hildebrandt of Los Lunas, NM; Susan and Robert Biernacki; Sandra and Doug Peters; and Joseph Hildebrandt and significant other, Monica Spurlock; 14 grandchildren: Alex and Max Soden; Emma Lucero; Nicole, Jesse and Danielle Hildebrandt; Steffani, Aubrey, Bryan and Rebecca Hildebrandt; Katie and Beau Biernacki, and Sam and Libby Peters; brothers: Jose (Alma) McDonald, Edward (Libby) McDonald, James (Mary) McDonald, Frank (Margo) McDonald, and Mamoru (Kathleen) Sato; sister, Mica (Isaac) Ortega, and sister-in-law, Armida McDonald. Mary is also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Mary had many wonderful friends she held very dear to her heart. Mary Lucille "Lucy" was born in El Paso, TX and graduated from El Paso High School. She and Bud were married in 1950 and lived in Europe for three and a half years while Bud was in the U.S. Army. Throughout Bud's career in the federal government they lived in Texas, Missouri and Maryland. They first lived in Albuquerque from 1960-1963, and returned to NM in 1970. While her youngest children were still in grade school, Mary obtained her bachelor's degree in education from UNM and taught math at several APS schools, including McKinley Middle School. She also taught ESL at La Mesa Elementary School. Mary had been pursuing her Master's degree in Theology when her illness was diagnosed. Mary was a very active parishioner at the Shrine of St. Bernadette for almost 40 years. Her ministries included Adult Faith Formation, Library, and Confirmation preparation. She also taught catechism and participated in many other educational programs. Mary was especially honored to be a lay member of the Canossian Sisters. Besides her strong spiritual commitment to the Lord, Mary participated actively and with great joy in many other pursuits. Her greatest pleasure was spending time with her grandchildren, whether watching their sporting events, leading them in crafts or cooking projects, or playing tennis and hiking the foothills with them. She was a gourmet cook, an avid walker, swimmer and tennis enthusiast, a talented artist particularly in ceramics and water colors, a member of the Choralaires singing group, and an excellent quilter and seamstress. Mary greatly relished her visits to their newly-built cabin in northern New Mexico and her travels with Bud to Europe, Canada, Japan, Hawaii, Mexico and the Virgin Islands. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to all the staff at Vista Care Hospice, the Stanford Medical Center and the New Mexico Cancer Center. Your kindness and care towards Mary will always be appreciated and remembered. Visitation will be held at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 6 p.m. A Rosary will follow at 7 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd., NE on Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 9 a.m. followed by a Graveside Service at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A Reception will follow the Graveside Service. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Mary's name to Canossian Daughters of Charity, Cristo Rey Province 5629 Isleta Blvd., SW, Abq., NM 87105 or Vista Care Hospice Foundation, 5639 Jefferson St., NE, Abq., NM 87109. Go now in peace, Mary, to love and serve the Lord forever, and watch over your grandson, Spencer. Funeral services are entrusted to: French Mortuary, Inc., 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, (505) 275-3500.
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JARAMILLO -- Debra L. Jaramillo was born December 17, 1955 in Wyndot, MI. She passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008 at the age of 52. Debra was preceded in death by her father, James; and her mother, Margaret. She is survived by her daughters, Stephanie Tombrink and husband Bill, Kristy Porter and husband Chris and Michelle Jaramillo; grandson, Joseph Jaramillo; sister, Diane Paiz-Hull and husband Pete; nephew, Philip Paiz; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Visitation and Services will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 816 Broadway Blvd. SE. A Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, August 20, 2008, with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, August 21, 208 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sandia Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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LABARGE -- JoAnn Juliet LaBarge, 83 years young and a resident of Albuquerque, NM for most of her life, died Wednesday, August 13, 2008 after a long illness and complications from Alzheimer's. She is survived by her sons David LaBarge and wife Karen of Sacramento, CA, Lee LaBarge and wife Terri of Albuquerque, NM, and grandchildren Jolene McBee, CM LaBarge, Valerie LaBarge, Jaclyn Threadgill, Travis LaBarge, Cody LaBarge, Alexandria Johnson, Kelsey Johnson and great-granddaughter Addison McBee; as well as many other relatives and friends. JoAnn was preceded in death by Kenneth LaBarge, her loving husband; Catherine LaBarge her daughter; and Cindy LaBarge-Johnson, her youngest child. JoAnn was born on July 22, 1925 in Caribou, ME to Edmond and Catherine Bouchard. She grew up in Caribou, ME and graduated from the University of Maine where she met and married her husband Kenneth LaBarge. They moved from Maine to Denver, CO and then on to Albuquerque, NM in 1955 where they settled to raise a family and became early and active members of Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church. JoAnn enjoyed a career as a registered hospital dietician. She was an avid bridge player and enjoyed gardening. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place. A Rosary and Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, on Thursday August 21, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. with Rev. Bennett J. Voorhies - Pastor officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery and Mausoleum. The Honorary Pallbearers are her three grandsons CM LaBarge, Travis LaBarge, and Cody LaBarge. The family wishes to thank the many caregivers who became her friends at The Woodmark and at The Cottages. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in her name to The Alzheimer's Association - NM Chapter, 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 209, Albuquerque, NM 87111 Phone: 505-266-4473 or online at: alz.org/newmexico.
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MANCUSO -- George Thomas Mancuso, 86, passed away at his home Saturday, August 16, 2008. He was born in Rock Island, IL, the 6th child of Italian immigrant parents. He is survived by a son, Donald Mancuso and wife, Diana, and a daughter, Sharon Armstrong, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren Megan Sebastian and husband, Sheldon, of Albuquerque; Timothy McGinty and wife Kerry of Vacaville, CA; Anna Tarlton and husband Adam of Cloverdale, CA; Clair Mancuso of Santa Rosa, CA and great-grandson, Blake Sebastian. George was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Margaret, in 1991. George worked for Sandia Labs until his retirement in 1978. At that time, he and Marge moved to Oceanside, CA where they lived until their return to Albuquerque in 1990. Marge passed away shortly after that and was dearly missed. George was an avid golfer and loved to dance. Memorial Service will be held Thursday, August 21, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at the Daniels Family Funeral Services on Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Heart Association, Cancer Society or charity of your choice. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 www.danielsfuneral.com
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MESERSCHMIDT -- Robert George Meserschmidt a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend passed away on August 15, 2008. Born in Omaha, NE on June 5, 1923. One of eight children. Served as a signalman in the Navy from 1941-1945 on the U.S. S. Bunker Hill. Graduated from Creighton University. Married Frances Pechac July 1, 1949. Worked as a casualty property manager for Travelers Ins. for 35 years in Colorado. Retired to New Mexico to play golf. Lived in Rio Rancho 27 years. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Frances. Daughter Susan-Michael Sharp of Northridge, CA Daughter Sandra-Michael Lay of Denver, CO. Daughter Lori-Kirk Ward of Rio Rancho. Son Mark- Sheila Meserschmidt of Sumner, WA. Grandchildren, Aaron Bacon, Cody, Chelsea, And Remi Ward, Calin and Stephen Meserschmidt and Chris Lay. Sisters Alma Bare and Helen Casey. Brother Charles Meserschmidt and many nieces and nephews. Dad, we will miss your wisdom, unconditional love, and guidance. You were a good provider, a man of integrity and we will always cherish our memories of you. Grandpa, thank you for handing down your passion for golf, we will carry the bag now. Services will be held at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE at 2:30 pm on Wednesday, August 20, 2008.
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NUANES -- PAUL "TONY" NUANES December 31, 1954 - August 19, 2006 Two Years, Still So Many Tears. In Our Hearts Forever. Sylvia, Beau, Brett, Destiny, Harmony, Serenity and Slim.
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PETERSON -- Linna Lewis Peterson, 58, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away tragically in an auto accident in New Jersey on Thursday, August 14, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 18 years, Carl Peterson; children, Sheldon Richards and wife Devon Chabot-Richards, Stefanie Richards, Tracy Peterson, and Brian Peterson; parents, Betty Marquess Lewis and Hunter Weymouth Lewis; siblings, Abby Lewis and husband Ben Klein, Hunter Marquess Lewis and wife Shelly Durkin Lewis, and Clifford Tureman Lewis and wife, Lori Campbell Lewis; and numerous other relatives and friends. Linna was preceded in death by her grandfather, Preacher Hunter Nicholas Lewis, of Mesilla Park, NM. She was born on March 14, 1950 in El Paso, TX and grew up in Albuquerque where she graduated from Sandia High School in 1968. She attended and graduated from UNM, with a BA in Accounting. Linna gave birth to Sheldon in 1981, and Stefanie in 1982 before marrying Carl in 1990, and gaining two more children, Tracy and Brian. She was delighted to witness the marriage of her son, Sheldon to Devon in 2002. Linna was very devoted to the Lord and spent her time loving her family and friends. She was a devoted and long time member at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church since 1984. Linna completed five years of Bible Study Fellowship and was a children's leader. She was very dedicated, along with Carl, in serving Community Bible Study. Linna was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A Celebration of her life will be held at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Blvd. NE, Thursday, August 21, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Good Samaritan Fund, 8600 Academy Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 or Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia Street SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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PIMBLEY -- George Herbert Pimbley, 86, was born in Cleveland, OH to Helen and George Herbert Pimbley. He received his A.B. in mathematics at Western Reserve. He went into the Navy in 1943, attending Midshipman School University of Norte Dame, Harvard University, and M.I. T. for training in radar. He served mainly in the Pacific and was aboard the Franklin when it was bombed. After he was separated from the Navy, he stayed in California and worked at Navy Electronics in San Diego and then obtained his M.A. at University of California in Los Angeles. He decided to try going to New Mexico and work at the Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory. He was accepted into the Theoretical Division. He met his wife, Patricia Riker in Los Alamos, and they were married in 1951 in the chapel of Princeton University. After a period of time, he was accepted at New York University for further work in mathematics and received his PhD in 1957 from the Courant Institute there. Of the three men who left at that time, he was the only one who returned. In Los Alamos, he was founding member of the Trinity in the Hill Episcopal Church where he sang in the choir and was a vestryman. At one time, he was president of the Choral Society. He had lifetime appreciation of good music and could identify most if it when it was played. He had played trumpet in high school. He had interesting stories about his family living through the depression. He retired from the Laboratory in 1987 be he had spent some times working with friends in Geneva, Scotland, Oxford, Koln, Bielefeld, Dublin, and also Santiago, Chile. He also spent a year working at the National Science Foundation in Washington. In 1957, he and his wife went to Tennessee and adopted three children: Robert living in Post Falls, ID, Robbin living at the home, and Deborah Gramlich living with her husband Mark in Central Point, OR. George also has a grandson, Burt Pimbley in Carlsbad, who has two children Destiny and Dylan. George did attend the Laboratory seminars until he was discovered to have adult hydrocephalus, which necessitated a shunt. He still was able to go on many cruises and visit friends and relatives. He became quite ill on Sunday, July 6, 2008 and entered Los Alamos where he was given excellent care by the staff in I.C.U. He was transferred to Sombrillo and was given good care there and transferred back to the emergency room on August 14, 2008 when he had trouble breathing. He is survived by his wife, Patricia; his children; his sister, Carol Barrett in Colorado Springs; his brother Walter and his wife Ellen in Vestal, NY; and many nieces and nephews; and brothers-in-law, John Huck, David Riker; and sisters-in-law Nancy Panofsky, Jean Huck, Pat Riker, and Kitty Thompson. His brother Tom; his grandson, Russell; and his parents have all died. George was a member of PiMu Epsilon Mathematics Honorary Fraternity, and the American Mathematics Association. He received a Presidential Unit Citation. A Memorial Service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Friday August 22, 2008 at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church in Los Alamos. The urn will be placed at the church Columbarium. His family requests that memorial contributions be made to charities of your choice. The Rivera Family of Santa Fe Funeral Options 417 East Rodeo Road Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 989-7032
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SANCHEZ -- Carmen Sanchez passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008 at the age of 89. A lifetime resident of Albuquerque, she was preceded in death by her husband, Angel Sanchez. Carmen is survived by Manuel and Carmen Sanchez, Baron and Susan Abrums-Sanchez, Josephine and Gregory Martin, Pauline Sanchez and Marcial Segura, Angelo Sanchez Jr, Bill and Emily Sanchez, Anthony and Elizabeth Sanchez, and Gilbert Sanchez; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith NE., on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4t5h ST. NW. BQ. 505-343-8008
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SANCHEZ -- Mike Sanchez, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1938, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2008. He is survived by his children, Sam Sanchez and wife, Bernice, Gilbert Sanchez, Joe B. Sanchez and wife, Angela, all of Albuquerque, JoAnn Baca and husband, Robert of Lawton, OK; 17 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Tillie Archibeque and Sadie Chavez, both of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes; and a son, Richard Sanchez. Mike was a Veteran of WWII, having served his country in the US Army. He received two purple hearts for his duty. Mike was a lifetime member of St. Anne's Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 9:00 a.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Tue August 19, 2008

SHEA -- Nancy Ann Shea, 75, of Albuquerque passed away August 17, 2008. Nancy was born May 13, 1933 to Victor and Ruth Fuller in Salina, KS. She was preceded in death by her father; and son, John. She was educated with schooling in Salina and Wichita. Nancy was a homemaker and was busy raising six children. She was interested in travel and fishing. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Bill; her daughters Michelle and husband John Melvin of Salina, KS, Julia and husband John Harlan, Kimberly and husband Chuck Willis all of Albuquerque; sons Kevin of Dallas, TX and Mark and wife Lynne of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; her mother Ruth of Salina, KS and her sister Patricia Fitzwilliam and husband Richard of Newton, KS. A Rosary will be recited at John XXIII Catholic Church, 4831 Tramway Ridge, NE on Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 7:00 p.m. and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at John XXIII Church on Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 11:00 a.m. Private ennichment of cremated remains will be at a later date. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SILVA -- Jacob "Jake" Silva , age 30, a resident of Belen, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2008. Jacob was born December 20, 1977, and was the son of Lalo "Eddie" and Mary Jane Silva of Belen. All Services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, beginning with a Viewing on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. Final Viewing will be held Thursday at 10:30 a.m, followed by a Mass of Christia Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery and a reception will take place at the Sheriff's Posse Cafe. Arrangements are being handled by Riverside Funeral Home of Belen, 418 W. Reinken Ave. An online guest register is available at www.riversideofbelen.com
        Published on: Tue August 19, 2008

SKENDER -- Mildred Skender, 89, born and raised in the Northern New Mexico coal mining town of Dawson, died August 15, 2008. Preceding her in death were her parents, Matt and Anna Skender; a brother, Louis; a sister, Catherine Corazza; and several siblings who died in infancy. She is survived by her sister, Mary Ann Brandolino; and two brothers, Mike Skender (wife Jane), and Tony Skender; in addition, nieces and nephews. A retired nurse, Mildred graduated from the Minnequa School of Nursing at Corwin Hospital in Pueblo, CO, (now the St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center). In gratitude to the Colorado community for what she considered a fine education, she practiced in Pueblo at the hospital for three years after graduation. She served as a nurse in World War II, entering service through the Red Cross as a Second Lieutenant in the Army. After leaving active service she practiced in a variety of places, notably Juneau, Alaska, the year that it became a State (1959). She was a quiet and modest woman who was a great walker until her eyesight deteriorated in her last years. Viewing will be from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 3113 Carlisle Boulevard, followed by the Mass of Celebration. Interment will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clarence Bass, Matthew Bass, Dennis Brandolino, John Castonguay, Kenneth Corazza, Mike Skender, and Tony Skender. Funeral services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Tue August 19, 2008

SMITH -- Jana Foster Smith was born October 23, 1942 in Taylor, TX, and passed away on August 16, 2008. She was raised in Taylor along with her identical twin sister, Lana Foster Maxey, and older sister Janice Edelle (Jandelle) Foster. Jana never tired of telling about the antics she and Lana got into. The sisters attended Southwest State Teachers College in San Marcos, Texas, and during that time, were proud mermaids at the underwater show at Aquarena Springs. After graduation, the twins taught school in San Antonio, TX. They then moved to Houston, TX, and continued teaching. Marriage and kids finally took them to different states and even continents when Jana moved to England, but they remained forever close. Jana lived in Albuquerque for the past 24 years. She retired in 2004 from CNM (TVI) after working there for 23 years. More than anything, Jana loved international travel and was always planning her next trip. Her last trip was in 2006 when she journeyed back to South Africa with sister Jandelle and grandson Cody. Her sister, Lana Foster Maxey, and her daughter; Heather Eaton Hathaway, precede her in death. She is survived by her husband, Robert (Bob) Smith; sister, Jandelle Foster; son, Parker Eaton and his wife Tammy; step-sons Andrew Smith and wife June, and David Smith; step-daughter Debra Halberg and husband Brad. Nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter also survive her. A Memorial Service for Jana will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2008 at 4:00 p.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 201 University Blvd. NE in Albuquerque. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to Kiwanis Children's Fund, 3609-D Moon St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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STEELE -- Shauna Steele, longtime resident of Albuquerque, began her next great adventure on August 14, 2008. She is survived by many; friends who became family and family that she loved to sing, dance, and fish with. Shauna spent her work life with the state of New Mexico, doing outreach and marketing for the human services departments. She found "terrible beauty" in being a four time breast cancer survivor, and took pride in being honored with the Anita Salas Volunteer award. A Celebration of Shauna's remarkable life, spirit, and accomplishments will be held Friday, August 22, 2008 at 4 p.m., in one of her favorite places to sit, the backyard of Dianne and Steve Griego at 1712 Camino de la Sierra NE. East on Indian School through the Tramway intersection, up the hill and then left on Camino. The house is at the end of the street on the right. Shauna would appreciate memorial contributions to her favorite charities: The Anita Salas Memorial Fund c/o NM Community Foundation, 343 East Alameda, Santa Fe, NM 87501, or Animal Humane NM, 615 Virginia Street SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
        Published on: Tue August 19, 2008

TORRES -- Ephraim David "Ponce" Torres, Jr, 32, was called home to be with the Lord on August 16, 2008. He was born to parents David and Carmen Torres on June 6, 1976. He is survived by his daughters, Christina and Tanya Torres; their mother Yolanda Macias; his parents David and Carmen Torres; sister Lisa Cogburn and husband Chuck; brother Vincent Torres and fiancee Theresa Quesada; his nephew Adam Cogburn, and niece Alyssa Cogburn; many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. He loved playing with his daughters and making them laugh. He also enjoyed watching his Denver Broncos with his nephew Adam. A viewing will take place on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Riverside Funeral Home. A Rosary will be recited at 7p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 9 a.m., also at Our Lady of Guadalupe. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers are Chuck Cogburn, Robby Cogburn, Jacob Diaz, Paul Garcia, George Teupell, and Bill Worden. Honorary pallbearers are Christina and Tanya Torres, and Adam and Alyssa Cogburn. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
        Published on: Tue August 19, 2008