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BACA -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF Rafaelita Baca September 2, 1930 - October 5, 2005 Mom, we count the years you've been gone. And this year makes it three that you left us to be in Heaven with our Lord and Savior for eternity. All we have are pictures and beautiful memories of you that we will forever keep. We love you and miss you so very much, and there are times that we still weep. But we know that you are now in the Holy City under God's loving care, with streets of gold, rivers of crystal, gates of pearls and angels everywhere! In His Strong Love, The Baca Family
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BARRIEAU -- Edmond Antoine "Ed" Barrieau, a resident of the Northwest Mesa, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at Presbyterian Hospice. He was 84. Born in New Bedford, MA, on August 13, 1924 to Antoine Barrieau and Nellie Gautreau Barrieau, he grew up in the Hartford, CT area. He served in the United States Army Air Corp for four years, he then went on to receive a degree in Political Science from the University of Connecticut. Mr. Barrieau worked in sales for most of his life. He retired from the United States Post Office where he was selected to represent the United States as an ambassador at the International Conference of Postal Workers in Washington, DC. While in the Hartford area, he was active in community affairs, including a chairmanship of the American Heart Association's annual fund drive. A passionate and internationally recognized genealogist, Mr. Barrieau was proud of his Acadian heritage and shared his understanding of history and his expertise in genealogy with people across the continent. He moved to Albuquerque seven years ago with his beloved wife of 11 years, Lorraine, where he was a communicant of The Risen Saviour Catholic Community Church, and where they shared a love of travel, classical music, and Scrabble. In addition to his wife, Mr. Barrieau is survived by four children, Paul and wife, LeeAnn of Farmington, Marc and wife, Diane of Vernon, John of Hawthorne, FL, and Thomas, of Southborough, MA. He also leaves five grandchildren, David, Elise, Jillian, Daniel, and Matthew; and two great-grandchildren, Breyonna and Damien. Rosary Service will be held at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE on Sunday, October 5, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. Funeral and interment will take place in Connecticut. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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BASHA -- Mary and Ellis Basha were taken from their loved ones on October 2, 2008. They pursued many activities including sports and arts; living rich, full and rewarding lives until the very last minute. Born in Shanghai China, Ellis eventually settled in Arizona after his military service. There he met Mary who had moved there from her home in Illinois to teach on Indian reservations. They moved to New Mexico where they raised five children and ten grandchildren. Both were highly educated but down to earth. Their personalities were as eclectic and diverse as their passions: Ellis was an expert photographer, spoke several languages, passionate about technology and was a regular at the gym. Mary was an accomplished pianist, potter, gardener and a skilled seamstress who also practiced Tai Chi. Both shared a love for travel, the outdoors and their family. Their wisdom and company will be sorely missed. Donations can be made to Catholic Charities and Boys and Girls Ranches of New Mexico. Friends are invited to Celebrate their Lives Saturday, October 11, 2008 at noon at 810 Solar Avenue, NW, Albuquerque, NM. Funeral services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 871109 (505)821-0010 Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com
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BIRDSALL -- Dorothy G. Birdsall, 88, died Tuesday, September 30, 2008, was lovingly cared for by the compassionate and capable staff of VistaCare hospice at Lovelace Downtown. Born in Cobden, IL on December 13, 1919, she married Murl Hubert Birdsall in 1937. After living in the Detroit area for many years, they moved with their two children to Albuquerque in 1949. After another move in 1968 to be near her family in Florida, where she resided for 37 years, Dorothy returned to Albuquerque in 2005 after the loss of her husband Murl. They were partners in life and in business. The Birdsalls were the heart and soul of the "Greatest Generation", surviving the Depression and WWII, living a hardworking and honorable life to the end. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Grace and Sidney Blakney; brothers, Louis, Web and Ernest Royster; and her adored granddaughter, Joy Birdsall. She leaves behind her son, Bill Birdsall and wife, Eiko; daughter Blake Russell; and grandsons, William Bart Birdsall, Mark and Gregory Russell; sister, Margaret Armstrong and husband, Jim; brother, Jack Blakney and wife, Gloria; sister-in-law, Zelma Royster; nephews, Ron Royster, wife, Kay, and their sons, Randy and Scott, and Tom Royster; as well as many other family and friends. Her final resting place will be beside her beloved husband in Casselberry, FL. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Macular Degeneration Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 531313, Henderson, NV 89053. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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BOSTETTER -- Kathleen Marie Bostetter was born May 14, 1935 and passed away September 24, 2008. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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CARDENAS -- PAUL JOSEPH The family of Mr. Paul Joseph Cardenas would like to thank all of their relatives and friends fro their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Pastor Randy Steele, presider of the Funeral Service; and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 243-7861
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CHAVEZ -- Carmen G. Chavez, 73, a resident of Albuquerque passed away October 3, 2008. Mrs. Chavez is survived by her beloved husband, of fifty-one years, Ruben Chavez; five children, Lorenzo Romero and wife, Dorothy, Debra Lopez and husband, Louie, Ruben Chavez, Jr. and wife, Jeannie, Tim Chavez, Gary Chavez and wife, Yolanda; brother, Isaac Saavedra; fifteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Chavez was preceded in death by her parents, Marcelino and Elena Saavedra and son, Stevie Chavez. Visitation will be Monday, October 6, 2008, at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at the Church from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father John, presider. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Leonard Lopez, Peter Romero, Adam Chavez, Carlos Chavez, Chris Chavez, and Jude Chavez. Honorary pallbearers will be David Saavedra, Danny Saavedra, Ruben Saavedra, Art Contreras and John Contreras. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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CONTICELLI -- Lucrezia (Grace) Elizabeth Conticelli, 82, died peacefully in her son's home on October 1, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Grace was born April 10, 1926 to Dominic and Josephine Azzarito in Brooklyn, NY. Grace lived and worked in New York City where she met and married her husband, Peter Conticelli in 1948, together they raised four children. In 1977, after her husband retired from the New York City Police Department, they decided to retire to New Mexico. Grace and her husband moved to Socorro, NM where she lived for 30 years. Grace is preceded in death by her husband, Peter Louis Conticelli. Grace is survived by her brother, Fred Azzarito and his wife Philomena of South Carolina; her daughter, Patricia Hall and her husband Ryan of Socorro, NM, daughter Joy Romano and her husband John of Albuquerque, NM; son Peter Conticelli and his wife Carla of Rio Rancho, NM, son Andrew Conticelli and his wife Lori of Albuquerque, NM; and nine grandchildren Angela Conticelli, Peter Conticelli and his wife Christina, Jennifer Romano, Jessi Velasco and her husband Jose Velasco, John Romano, Jaclyn Hall and her fiance Ryan Waggoner, Andrew Conticelli, Dominic Conticelli, and Ava Conticelli. A Rosary will be held at Steadman-Hall Funeral Home on Sunday, October 5, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The viewing will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at San Miguel Parish at 9:00 a.m., on Monday, October 6, 2008 and the Burial will follow at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM at 1:00 p.m.
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CONTRERAS -- Rose Silva Contreras was born January 5, 1932 in Belen, NM. She passed away Thursday, October 2, 2008. Rose was preceded in death by her father, Antonio Silva; her mother, Edwardita Padilla; sisters, Jeanie Silva Moreno and Eva Gabaldon; twin sister, Stella Silva Lovato; son, Alfonso J. Contreras Jr., and cousin Helen Apodaca. Rose is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Alfonso J. Contreras Sr.; sons, Richard M. Contreras and Brian A. Contreras; daughters, Yolanda Contreras, Lori Contreras Anaya, twins-Michelle and Susan Contreras; sisters, Mary Jo McKee, Helen Acosta and Cecilia Silva; brother, Tony Silva of California; two half sisters; one half brother; as well as many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM at 2:30 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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FELDSER -- Freda "Ben" Feldser died Saturday, September 27, 2008 after 45 years in Albuquerque, her adopted home. She was born May 15, 1921 in Liverpool, England to Frederick Ernest Bennett and Elizabeth Roberts Bennett. She was preceded in death by her husband Sidney in 2002, after 58 years of marriage and is survived by her daughter, Heather Gallegos-Rex and husband Leo of Tijeras, NM; by granddaughter, Andrea Rex and husband Brad Manuel of Berkeley, CA; and by grandson, Nathaniel Rex and wife Wren and great-granddaughter Scarlett of Fairfield, CT. She met Sidney Feldser, a member of the US Army Air Corps during World War II, after she defied her parents wishes and at age 19, joined the British Royal Air Force, which shared a base with the Americans in Preswick, Scotland. She married him two years later in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and joined him in the United States a year after the war ended, 1946. An adventurous woman of style, elegance, and a rich sense of humor, she charmed all who knew her. Heartfelt thanks go to the Chavez Family and all the loving and dedicated staff at Casa de Rosa Assisted Living, her last home and one she dearly loved. Cremation has taken place through Direct Funeral Services, and per her wishes, no service will be held. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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GARCIA -- Ignacita Agnes Bernarda Perea Garcia, 83, loving mother and grandmother. Ingacita Agnes Bernarda Perea Garcia, 83, of Alamogordo, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2008 at her home. She was born August 9, 1925 in Tome, NM to Mesitone and Evan (Barela) Perea. She worked as a waitress for many years. She later worked at Presto and Mountian View Dry Cleaners in Alamogordo. She loved to dance and laugh. She had a generous heart and always helped people out when she could. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and her grandson, Todd G. Hamilton. She is survived by her three daughters, Mary Lou (Martinez) Hamilton of Charlotte, NC, Carla Ann (Garcia) Mitchell of Guntersville, AL and Rebecca T. (Garcia) Gonzalez of El Paso, TX; a son, Edward J. Garcia of Alamogordo; grandchildren, Heather M. (Hamilton) Hahn of Concord, NC; Kira (Mitchell) Galarza and Mahri Mitchell, both of Guntersville, AL, Sophia Gonzalez and Tito Gonzalez, both of El Paso; great-grandchildren, Ashley J. Hamilton of Rochester, NY and Izabella Khoshravani and Isaiah Gonzalez-Marquez, both of El Paso and faithful companion, Boni Trujillo. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at noon on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Fr. Bryant Hausfeld, OFM, Celebrant. Memorial Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Alamogordo Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment will follow at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday in Los Lunas, NM. The Garcia family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home to direct the funeral arrangements. Cremation will take place locally at PCS. To sign the online register book, please visit www.alamogordofuneralhome.org.
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GARCIA -- Oracio Z. Garcia October 5, 1923 - October 4, 2006 Happy Birthday! We love you and miss you. You are at peace with Our Lord. Love, Bertha Lujan and family.
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GROOMS -- Alan Kent Grooms, 69, passed away, surrounded by his family, peacefully at home in Chino, CA on September 19, 2008. Alan is survived by his wife Gail; daughters Ginny and Rhonda; son Erik, daughter-in-law Angelica; son-in-law Jay; and grandchildren Brandy, Megan, Melissa, Emily, Jay II, and Erik II. Alan, a l957 graduate of Albuquerque High School, moved to California in l973 where he met his wife Gail and together raised their family. In 2005, Alan retired to his vacation home in Bullhead City, AZ where he loved to take his boat to the lake and fish, took pictures of the magnificent sunsets, and played ball with his Maltese dogs, Taffy and Krissy. Memorial Services will be held Friday, September 26, 2008 at Draper Mortuary in Ontario, CA (909) 986-1131. His ashes will be returned to Albuquerque. Memorial contributions can be made to Loma Linda University Medical Center, 11234 Anderson St., Loma Linda, CA 92354 or the American Cancer Society.
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HERRERA -- CLORINDA The family of Mrs. Clorinda (Cora) Herrea would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Father John Tourangeau, St. Annes Catholic Church, presider of the Mass; to Father John Tourangeau for reciting the Rosary; to Dr. Natalie Marshall and Staff at The New Mexico Cancer Center; and to the pallbearers, Thank you. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 243-7861
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HILDEBRANDT -- MARY Amazing, Beautiful Grandma Mary I think about you every day and have the most wonderful memories of you. Thank you for being such an inspiration to me and to all of your grandchildren. You have shown me that being kind, good, and generous to others is a wonderful way to live my life. In honor of you, I will always remember Uncle Fred. I remember how much you loved to sing, so I dedicate and sing for your birthday "Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again" "Wishing you were somehow here again, wishing you were somehow near; Sometimes it seemed if I just dreamed, somehow you would be here." I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU, GRANDMA, WITH ALL MY HEART. Your granddaughter, Emma
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HILDEBRANDT -- MARY L. In memory of Mary L. Hildebrandt, loving wife, devoted mother and grandmother who passed away on August 16, 2008, a memorial fund has been established to support the mission of the Canossian Daughters of Charity, " to love God and neighbor, our brothers and sisters who live in poverty, with a constant and generous heart." The Canossian Sisters, through Casa Angelica, provide care to profoundly disabled children. Mary supported the works of the Canossians and was honored to be a lay member of their organization. Contributions to the "MARY L. HILDEBRANDT MEMORIAL FUND" can be made at any Bank of Albuquerque branch and will benefit the Canossian Sisters. Mom, we all believed that you were touched by the grace of God and filled with hope. We think about you each and every day and wish you were still here. Loving you always and missing you, Jean and Manny
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HOLLAND -- Colonel Thomas Elbridge Holland, a former state legislator, newspaper publisher, personnel director, and retired United States Air Force Colonel, died at his home in Silver City, NM, September 30, 2008. He was 97. He was predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Frances Noble Holland; daughter, Roberta Holland Upton; and grandson, Thomas Gorman Upton. He is survived by his son, Thomas E. Holland, Jr., and wife Michelle of Chimayo, NM; six grandchildren, Sarah Holland and husband Peter Jones of Camden, ME; Julianne Holland of Middlebury, VT; Reed Upton and wife Constance of Albuquerque, NM; Robert Upton and wife Dina of Westport, CT; Sylvia Holland of Chimayo, NM; Emily Talley and husband James of Austin, TX; and four great-grandchildren, Alexandra Upton of Oakland, CA; Rachel and Thomas Upton of Westport, CT; and Adriano Agudelo of Middlebury, VT. Colonel Holland was born in Silver City, Territory of New Mexico, on June 9, 1911. He was the son of Cora Miller Holland and Thomas W. Holland of Gila. In his early years, the family lived in Gila, Silver City, and Tyrone. He graduated in 1928 from Teachers College High School, now Silver High School. Colonel Holland graduated from DePauw University in Greencastle, IN, in 1933, where he was commissioned Second Lieutenant and served as a camp commander in the Civilian Conservation Corps. Later, he was transferred to the United States Air Force. He received a Master's Degree in geopolitics from Georgetown University in 1947. His military career included command of several Civilian Conservation Corps camps in New Mexico during the 1930s, service stateside during World War II, and duty with the occupational forces in Austria immediately after the War. He was also involved in the military planning associated with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization while he was stationed in the Pentagon, London, and Madrid. At the time of his retirement in 1960, Colonel Holland was Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Special Weapons Project, located on Sandia Base, Albuquerque, NM. He held the Legion of Merit. After retiring from the military he was employed at ACF Industries, Inc. and by General Electric Co., both in Albuquerque, NM. He was a member of the New Mexico Press Association, a charter member of the Albuquerque Press Club, and served two terms as president of the New Mexico Public Relations Conference. Colonel Holland and his wife Frances (Pat) purchased the Silver City Enterprise in 1975 and moved to Silver City. They sold the paper in 1980, at which time it was the oldest continuously published weekly newspaper in New Mexico. Colonel Holland played an active role in Bernalillo County and Grant County politics. He made an unsuccessful run for the Democratic nomination for Governor in 1960. In 1966, he ran successfully for state representative from Bernalillo County, serving one term. He was a member of St. Johns Episcopal Cathedral in Albuquerque, and later the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepard in Silver City. He was also a member of the Silver City/Grant County Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Directors of the Western New Mexico University Foundation. He was instrumental in the establishment of the Western New Mexico University Education Hall of Fame. Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Silver City, New Mexico, followed by interment in the family plot at Gila Cemetery, Gila, New Mexico.
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HOPKINS -- Nancy L. Hopkins, age 73, passed away at Lovelace Medical Center on Thursday, September 25, 2008. Nancy was born November 30, 1934 in LaPorte, IN to Joseph and Lucille Eslinger. She graduated from Albuquerque High School and married Jones (Hoppy) Hopkins in 1953 who was serving in the United States Navy. Aside from Navy assignments, they made Albuquerque their lifelong home. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband; daughters Rhonda and Becky; her parents; brothers, Fritz and Terry; and sister, Sally Bazzell. Nancy is survived by her son, Edward and his wife, Rachel and grandsons, Matthew, James and Joseph. Nancy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. She served as a volunteer at the Pharmacy of Kirtland Air Force Base. Nancy's considerable talent and dedication was to her quilting. She was a member of the Sandia Quilters, the Applique East Group, the Applique Society, the Friendship Quilters Group, the Moonglow Quilters Group and the New Mexico Quilters Association. Nancy will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and a loyal and devoted friend. Her good cheer and her willingness to help others enriched the lives of many. Nancy's life will be celebrated at a Memorial Service on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Road, NE. She will be interred at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe with her loving husband of 51 years. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the University of New Mexico Cancer Center, 700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Suite 108, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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LANDAVAZO -- Kevin Karl Landavazo, age 21, of Albuquerque, joined our Heavenly Father, Saturday, October 4, 2008. Kevin enjoyed Mother Nature, bowling, playing pool, and spending time with his family and friends. He was very kind-hearted, always made people smile, and was always there to help anyone in need, at any time, regardless of the task. He is survived by his mother, Judy; father, William; sister, Amanda; brother, Aaron, all from Albuquerque; grandmother, Gloria; aunt, Ann; uncle, Greg, all of Gallup; his girlfriend, Leonor and best-friend, Delvin, of Albuquerque. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., and the Funeral Service will be Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at 11:00 a.m., both at French Mortuary Westside Chapel. Viewing will take place one hour prior to the Rosary. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd NW (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
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LEPARD -- Lawrence (Larry) Robert Lepard entered the gates of Heaven on October 3, 2008. Lawrence was born July 22, 1948 in Big Spring, TX and graduated from Coahoma High School in 1966 where he lettered in football and basketball. He received a B.S. in Food Science from Texas Tech University in 1972. Lawrence lived in Scottsdale, AZ where he was employed by Burd & Fletcher Co. He also worked for Creamland Dairies in Albuquerque, NM. He was a proud member of First Southern Baptist Church of Scottsdale where he loved to serve people and teach bible studies. He enjoyed coaching his son's and their friend's football and basketball teams. He is survived by his wife Lisa and son Deion, son Shawn and his spouse Stephanie and granddaughters Rachel, Aubrie and Kristyn of Edmond, OK, son Chris and his spouse Sally and grandson Tommy of Austin, TX, parents Waymon and Betty of Willow Park, TX, brother Ron of Big Spring, TX, and several uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews across the country. Lawrence was preceded in death by his brother Dickie and grandparents CR and Hattie Lawdermilk, and WC and Ruth Lepard. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at First Southern Baptist Church, 5230 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale with visitation one hour prior. Burial Service will be at 1:30 p.m., at Paradise Memorial Gardens, 9300 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley 5111 North Scottsdale Road, #108, Scottsdale, AZ 85251.
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LOPEZ -- PAULINE The family of Pauline Lopez thanks their many friends and relatives whose thoughtfulness and sympathy will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE
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LOVATO -- Ubaldo. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this difficult time; and to those who sent floral tributes, cards and food. Your kindness will always be remembered. Those who wish to send condolences please do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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MASON -- Gerald Edward Mason was born on August 1, 1938 and passed away October 2, 2008. A viewing is being held at Riverside Funeral Home on Monday, October 6, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will start at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd NE 764-9663
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MITCHELL -- Rev. J. O. Mitchell, 83, of Albuquerque and formerly of Winters, TX, passed away Friday evening, October 3, 2008 following a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's. Born March 15, 1925, Rev. Mitchell was the son of the late Rev. W.E. and Minnie May Mitchell. His younger years were spent in Texas with his family as his father ministered in numerous Church of God pastorates. He and his sweetheart, Treva Ruth Lovell, were united in marriage on April 7, 1944. They were married for 60 years before Treva preceded him in death on November 6, 2004. J.O. joined the U.S. Army in 1944, proudly served his country during WWII, and received an Honorable Discharge in 1946. He began his ministry in the Church of God in 1972 in Celina, TX. Over the next 30 years, Brother and Sister Mitchell loved and ministered to congregations in Houston, Tulia, Baird and Winters, TX, as well as churches in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, NM. The first Church of God School in New Mexico was begun under their ministry at the Santa Fe Remuda Ridge Church of God. Fishing was a favorite pastime and wherever they lived, he and Treva soon knew where the good fishing holes could be found. He loved spending time with his family; holidays were a delight and being in church brought him great joy. He had a beautiful voice and loved playing the guitar, as well as having his friends and family join him in singing gospel music and the old favorite songs of the church. He is survived by his daughter, Janice Hutchens, Albuquerque, NM; son and daughter-in-law, Rev. Randall and Carol Mitchell, Odessa, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Shari and Stephen Schroeder, Mesquite, TX; son, David Mitchell, Albuquerque, NM; son-in-law, Danny Jackson, Belen, NM. He is also survived by his grandchildren, James and Jamin Hutchens, Bosque Farms, NM; Theresa and John Higgins, Joseph Hutchens, Robert Jackson, and Ryan Mitchell, Albuquerque, NM; Nathan and Christian Schroeder, Mesquite, TX; Valerie Mitchell, Randy and Melissa Mitchell, and Kaitlin and Eric Kite, Odessa, TX. In addition, he has nine great-grandchildren, Michelle and Kaitlyn Hutchens, James Hutchens and Corey Walker, London and Marley Mitchell, Jonathan O'Neal Kite, Kennedy Schroeder, and Hunter William Hutchens. Other survivors include brothers, Rev. V.R. Mitchell and wife, Beth, Billy Jo Mitchell and wife, Martha, and sister, Bobbie Harlan and husband, Sammy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Cleta Bowers, Ray and Sandy Lovell, and Derl and Jean Lovell. He is also survived by a great many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family. Besides his parents and wife, Treva, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Rebecca Jackson; one great-grandson, Justin Alexander Kite; his brother, Virgil, and his sisters, Lorene Rinehart, Loudene Ivy, and Nan Hammett. Friends and family will be most welcome at a special time of visitation which will be held Monday evening, October 6, 2008, at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in Rising Star, TX on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at 1:30 p.m., at Higginbotham Funeral Home, with interment following at Center Point Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of the Veteran's Hospital in Albuquerque and the staff and caregivers of Heritage Home Healthcare for all of their loving care and support. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MORGAN -- Harvey E. Morgan, 64, died Monday, September 29, 2008, in Albuquerque, NM, after a long illness. Harvey was born in Albuquerque on Febuary 11, 1944. He lived for more than 30 years in El Paso, TX before returning to Albuquerque. He was retired from Ford Motor Credit Corporation in El Paso. Harvey is survived by his mother, Georgina (Gina) Morgan; his brother, Raymond Morgan and wife, Lynette of Ava, MO; brother, Donald Morgan and wife, Anna of Albuquerque; sister, Frances Morgan of Albuquerque; nephew, David Morgan of Raton, NM; niece, Elizabeth Crawford and husband, Chris of Presque Isle, ME. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry M. Morgan. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2008, 3:00 p.m., at Harwood United Methodist Church. A private interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made in Harvey's honor to Harwood United Methodist Church, 420 San Lorenzo Ave NW, 87107 and to The Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Executive Plaza III, 11350 McCormick Road Suite 906, Hunt Valley, MD 21031. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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NEWMAN -- Edward J Newman, 86, of Albuquerque, passed away at home with family by his side on Wednesday, October 1, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Dorothy Newman; sons, Kenneth and wife Marra, Richard, Gordon and wife Kimberly and Jeff; grandchildren, Melanie Parsons and husband, Dave, Jeffrey, Corey, Christy and Sarah; great-grandchildren Rebecca, Haydn and Brennan; Jeffrey's mother Susan Companion; brother, Vincent and wife, Betty; sister, Elsie Screnock; and brother-in-law, Floyd Lewis. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Newman and Evelyn Lewis. Mr. Newman retired from Sandia National Labs after 39 years. He enjoyed tinkering with and fixing mechanical devices of all kinds. He enjoyed gardening, and was a member of the Bear Canyon Senior Center exercise class. His family will always appreciate his dedication, example and provision. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be held at the Newman home at 13200 Indian School NE, Albuquerque, 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 18, 2008. Should friends and family desire donations may be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 7001 Menaul Blvd Suite 1-A 87110 (505) 265-0732. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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NICHOLS -- FREDDIE The family of Freddie Nichols thanks their many friends and relatives whose thoughtfulness and sympathy will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE
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NICHOLS -- RHONDA The family of Rhonda Nichols thanks their many friends and family members whose thoughtfulness and sympathy will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE
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O'NEAL -- Esther Jacqueline "Jacque" O'Neal, 77, a resident of Albuquerque for many years passed away at her home in Moriarty, NM on Tuesday evening, September 23, 2008 after a long illness. She was born in Ruidoso, NM on May 29, 1931 to Esta A. Grissom and Sarah Emily Dirck. Ms. O'Neal was a member of the American Business Women's Association. Most recently, she last attended Valley View Christian Church of Edgewood, NM. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be missed by her family and friends she leaves behind. She is survived by her four sons; Randy Hensley and his wife Kathy of Edgewood, NM, Rick Hensley of Albuquerque, NM, David Hensley of Albuquerque, NM, Steve Hensley and his Wife Diane of Colorado Springs, CO, one brother; Esta "Bud" Grissom and his wife Lee of Corpus Christi, TX, 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren survive as well. Ms. O'Neal was preceded in death by her parents Esta Grissom and Sarah Emily Dirck Grissom; and her husband Corbin Eugene O'Neal. Cremation will take place, a Memorial Funeral Service will be held at the Valley View Christian Church in Edgewood, NM at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 12, 2008 with Reverend John Bubbico of Valley View Christian Church in Edgewood officiating. Valley View Christian Church is located just North of Dinkle Road on State Road 344. Committal Services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at Santa Fe National Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her late husband Corbin Eugene O'Neal . Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 (505) 323-9000 www.aspenfuneral.com
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ORCUTT -- Dorothy L. Orcutt, age 66, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2008 at her home. She was born June 27, 1942 in Old Albuquerque, NM to Dayton and Alice Hatley. She married Kenneth G. Orcutt on December 3, 1971. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth of Albuquerque; her children, Robert Whelchel Jr. and his wife, Karma of Edgewood, Shirley Bradbury of Orlando, FL, Lori Avalos of Aztec, NM; grandchildren, Leah, James, Amanda, Guen, Jason, Danielle, Emma Marie, Renia, Cecila, Samantha and Trey; great-grandchildren, Liam, Josh, James, Trinity and Autumn; brother, David Hatley and wife, Vicky; sisters, Nancy Lawyer and husband, Bert, Faye Rice, and May Stone and husband, Marvin. She was preceded in death by her son, Dayton Orcutt on September 7, 1991. Graveside Services will be held Monday, October 6, 2008, at 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico. Friends may visit French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, October 5, 2008, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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PACHECO -- Joe P. Pacheco was born May 17, 1927 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2008. Joe was preceded in death by his sons, Benny Pacheco and Louie Castillo and by his grandson, James Ruben Garcia. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Irene V. Pacheco; children, Joe A. Pacheco and wife Geraldine, Leonard J. Pacheco and wife Florence, Ricky O. Sandoval and wife Agnes all of Albuquerque, Annette H. Rushing and husband Rev. Alan Rushing of Indian Trails, NC, Judy M. Pacheco, Bernadine Y. Pacheco, Denise G. Pacheco,and partner Valerie Carrillo Matina Pena and husband George, Raymond Childers, Roberta Childers and fiance Anthony Padilla, Christopher Castillo, Evangeline M. Alvarez-Pacheco and husband Rick and Michelle R. Pacheco all of Albuquerque; sister, Josie Abeyta; brother and sisters-in-law, William Childers, Dorothy Benavidez, Loren Rival and Corlee Martinez; 31 grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Lighthouse Baptist Church, 4001 12th St. NW in Albuquerque. A Prayer Service will be held on Monday, October 6, 2008 at 7:00pm. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at 10:00am, with Dr. Larry E. Kennedy and Rev. Alan Rushing officiating. Burial will follow at Santa Clara Cemetery off of Old Coors and Sunset Gardens SW. Pallbearers will be Ivan J. Garcia, Benjamin S. Kerr, John A. Sandoval, David J. Fragua, Jude A. Alvarez, Greg Benavidez, Ronnie Zamora and Anastacio Zamora. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Lighthouse Baptist Church for the Building Fund. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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PARIS -- MARY DINAH PARIS OCTOBER 5, 1911 - JULY 10, 1999 HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOTHER, MOM, MAMA, MAE, GRANNY AND GRAN-GRAN WITH LOTS OF LOVE AND LOVING MEMORIES EVELYN, SONNY, TOMMIE, RENA, ROBERT, HAROLD, LONNIE AND YOUR GRANDS, GREATS AND GREAT-GREAT
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PARKER -- Ernest Leland Parker, longtime Hidden Valley on the Pecos River resident went to see our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, September 25, 2008 after a long illness. Following the death of his beloved wife for 61 years, Zillah, he was given a loving and peaceful home during his last years by his son, Daniel Glen Parker and Daniel's wife, Ellen and their daughter, Danielle, in Clermont, FL. He was born on April 20, 1919 in Jackson, MS. He proudly served in the United States Coast Guard during World War II after which he settled his family in Baton Rouge, LA where he worked in the oil industry. He and family moved to Albuquerque in 1949, where he became an illustrator in Civil Service, at Sandia Labs doing top secret work, while obtaining a degree in the Arts at UNM. He later worked at Lockheed in San Diego, CA, in Civil Service. After retiring, as an avid artist many of his paintings along with sculptures in wood were honored with awards. His paintings were sold in galleries in Taos, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque. Among the Daniel Parker family, he is survived by two other sons James Henry (Lynn) Parker of Greenville, SC and Raymond Ernest (Natalie) Parker of Buckeye, AZ; two daughters, Camille Lee Parker of Albuquerque and Pamela Marie (Roy) Smith of Port Aransas, TX; and seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Family and friends will celebrate his life at Albuquerque Meadows Retirement Center at 7112 Pan Am. Frwy NE on October 30, 2008 at 10 a.m. Reception will follow.
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PEREZ -- FLORA G. Visitation for Mrs. Flora G. Perez will be Sunday, October 5, 2008 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 4:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 5:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Monday morning at the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Joel Garner, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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PEREZ -- MARY ANN The family of Mary Ann Perez thanks their many friends and relatives whose thoughtfulness and sympathy will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE
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POTTENGER -- David James Pottenger November 24, 1966 - September 29, 2008 David James Pottenger of Albuquerque passed away Monday at the age of 41. David was preceded in death by his grandmother Mary May Pottenger, father Robert William Pottenger, and step-father Buddy Scott. He is survived by his wife Harumi and their three sons, Arthur, Brennos, and Hamish, and three daughters, Maki, Ayumi, and Kana, ages 8-17; his mother Dottie Margaret Scott; siblings John Robert Pottenger, Mary Susan Hurst, Andra Lee Pottenger, Robert Mark Pottenger, and Daniel Matthew Pottenger; and 14 nieces and nephews. Foreshadowing his love of family and searching for the right place to settle down, Thanksgiving Day brought David into the world in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1966. He enrolled in local high schools, demonstrating academic promise with a high IQ, and attended the local ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In 1985 David left Arizona to serve a two-year mission for the LDS Church in Fukuoka, Japan. Then in 1988 he returned to Japan and married Harumi Matsumoto in the Tokyo temple of the LDS Church. Moving back to the United States, David and Harumi settled temporarily in Arizona. David pursued a double major in Japanese language and Asian history, with a minor in Mandarin, at Arizona State University, earning a bachelor's degree in 1994. With his growing family in tow, David then moved to Oxford, Mississippi, where he earned a juris doctor degree from the School of Law at the University of Mississippi in 1996. With his fluency in the Japanese language and love of Japanese culture, David (and family) received a prestigious scholarship from the government of Japan to study and engage in post-graduate research at the Kyushu University Faculty of Law in Fukuoka, Japan, in 1997. In 1998, after completion of studies in Fukuoka, David and family returned to the United States, establishing their final residence in New Mexico. David first served as an assistant district attorney in Socorro before moving the family to Albuquerque. Pursuing private practice, he was licensed to practice law in New Mexico as well as in the Navajo Nation, the Hopi Nation, and the Acoma Pueblo Nation. David's legal specializations included commercial litigation, international property rights, and Indian law. He served on several professional boards and committees, including the New Mexico State Bar Medical Review Board and the New Mexico State Bar Indian Law Certification Standards Committee. With an avid interest in family history, David explored the record of his ancestors through genealogical research, discovering, among other things, deeper roots of the Pottenger family line in Scotland. But beyond his role as "family historian," David had a deep devotion to his own family, always teaching and enjoying life with his children, as well as his many nephews and nieces. David's seriousness of purpose, passion for learning, and sense of humor will be deeply missed and never forgotten. The final journey of David James Pottenger will take him to his birthplace of Phoenix, Arizona. A graveside service will be held Friday, October 10, 2:00 p.m., at Greenwood Memory Lawn, 2300 W. Van Buren Ave. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Pottenger Family Assistance Account at any Bank of America. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd NW (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
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PRATT -- James Harold Pratt, 72, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 26, 2008. He was a veteran of the United States Army and both a 32 Degree Mason and a Shriner, with memberships in the Lemon Grove, CA Lodge No. 730 and Socorro, NM Lodge No. 9. He is survived by his sisters, Phyllis Marie Dunn, Arlene May Berend and four nephews. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremated remains will held at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Wednesday, October 15, 2008. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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RUIZ -- Soledad Ruiz May 1, 1916 - October 5, 2005 Mom its been three years since you have been gone. We all miss you and Love you so much. Millie, Nick and Family
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SASSER -- Lois Jeannine Sasser, 78, a resident of Albuquerque died Thursday, September 25, 2008. She is survived by her four children, Pat K. Sasser and wife Karen of Amarillo, TX, Valerie Hall and husband Richard, Erin Noel and husband Phil and Shane Sasser, all of Albuquerque; and 13 grandchildren. Ms. Sasser was born in Hereford, TX, on October 10, 1929 to Pearl & Rebecca Singleterry. She grew up on a farm, located in Pleasant Hill, NM. Jeannine attended Hereford High School and the University of Colorado. She married Pat E. Sasser on November 13, 1949, and they made their home in Amarillo, TX. Ms. Sasser was actively involved in her church in Amarillo, as well as volunteer work in the local hospital. She later moved to Red River, NM and became owner/operator of Porky's BBQ restaurant from 1980 to 1985. In 1986, she moved to Albuquerque, NM near her family and worked as payroll clerk for Noel Company. Ms. Sasser's greatest love in life was her Lord, as well as her children/grandchildren. She also deeply loved the mountains in Red River and Taos area, along with cooking, movies, trout fishing, dancing, country-western music and her beloved animals. Ms. Sasser's life centered on meeting new people (she never met a stranger) and standing up for what she believed in. She demonstrated unconditional love for her family and acceptance of people down on their luck. We will miss her dearly. Memorial Services will be held in Jeannine's honor Saturday, October 11, 2008, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel. Friends and family are invited to a Reception following the Service from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at 5561 Eakes Rd. NW, 87107. French Mortuary Westside Chapel 9300 Golf Course Road NW, 87114 (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SHEA -- Jeffrey Hill Shea, a son, brother, an uncle, a friend. On Monday, September 22, 2008, in Tampa, FL, Jeffrey Hill Shea succumbed to injuries suffered by a stroke one week prior. Born to Judith Anne Hill and Paul Farnham Shea (deceased) in Massachusetts in 1950. Jeff received his Bachelor of Science degree from George Mason University and served in the Army National Guard during the Vietnam War; he also worked for the Central Intelligence Agency at Langley, VA. Jeff was an entrepreneur and eventually moved to Albuquerque, NM and then to Santa Fe where he founded Shea Construction Company and later The Phoenix Group Builders/Developers; specializing in construction of single family homes that he designed. Jeff was an avid fisherman and interested in many things, but more importantly, had a thirst for knowledge. Jeffrey Hill Shea is survived by his mother, Judith Anne Hill; and his two younger brothers, Jonathan Shea and Todd Shea; his sister-in-law Laura Shea and niece Natalie.
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SIMPSON -- Moon. The family of Moon Simpson thanks their many friends and relatives whose thoughtfulness and sympathy will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE
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SMART -- Margaret (Cotton) B. Smart, age 88, of Rio Rancho, NM passed on Thursday, October 2, 2008. Born in Iowa Park, TX in 1920. She grew up in North Texas. She met the love of her life, Ted, in Dallas, TX, in 1944 and married just after two weeks of knowing each other. Married for 63 years until Ted's passing last year. They moved to New Mexico in 1951 when Ted took a job at Sandia National Laboratories. They lived in the East Mountains, owning several businesses over the years. She loved gardening and working in her yards. They moved to Rio Rancho in August of 2005 to be closer to her daughter, Susan. Margaret is preceded in death by her husband, Theodore E. Smart. She is survived by sons, Stephen Smart and wife Dorothy of Suisun City, CA, and Thomas Smart of Albuquerque; daughter, Susan Fisher of Rio Rancho; grandchildren, Skye Wilson, Jessica Smart, Pamela Quinones, Troy Fisher, Stefanie Smart, Nicolas Smart and Michael Smart; sister in law, Gloria Siemer of Ohio. Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel. Friends may visit Monday, October 6, 2008 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the mortuary. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church, 11515 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Reception will follow at the Smart Home in Rio Rancho immediately following the funeral service. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SMITH -- Jeri Ann Schilling Smith, 58, died at her home in Albuquerque on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, surrounded by friends and family. After a courageous two and a half year battle with ovarian cancer, the Lord took her gently into His arms. Jeri was born to Robert and Betty Schilling in Jefferson, IA. At the age of ten, she moved with her family to Albuquerque, NM. She graduated from Clayton (NM) High School in 1968, attended New Mexico Tech for one year, and received her teaching degree from Western New Mexico University in 1972. Jeri taught second and third grade in Kermit, TX for two years before returning to New Mexico to pursue her calling as a nurse. She attended the University of Albuquerque where she was trained as a Registered Nurse. She had a special calling to work with babies. She worked at the UNM Newborn Intensive Care Unit for many years caring for the most vulnerable babies and their families. After an extended hiatus from nursing, during which she engaged in several successful entrepreneurial ventures, she returned to UNM Hospital where she was the charge nurse for the newborn nursery. Jeri wed Matthew W.F. Smith in 1982 at a ceremony in her parents' home in Socorro, NM. Together they created and operated several entrepreneurial ventures including the Cybersmith company which developed and manufactured instruments for infant hearing testing, and the Family Hearing Centers of New Mexico, where Jeri was the President and CEO. Before returning to her nursing career, Jeri was a successful Mary Kay director where she made many friends, and helped to develop alternative careers for a many women. Jeri touched so many lives through her work as a teacher, nurse, and business woman. She touched many more as a clinical trial participant at the UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center. Although she knew that the treatments would not save her life, and would make her quite uncomfortable, she undertook them cheerfully so that other lives might be saved in the future. Her brilliant smile, infectious giggle, positive attitude and genuine caring for the well being of others was an inspiration to the Cancer Center staff and patients alike. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Jeri enjoyed craft work, reading, and music. She was comfortable on any stage beginning with her performance of "Won't You Come Home, Bill Bailey" at the age of three in the Jaycee's Variety Show in her home town of Jefferson, IA. She also performed several supporting roles in high school musical productions. She loved the stage and singing, and had a beautiful voice. She loved her family and took great delight in watching her nieces and nephews grow up. She plans to keep an eye on them throughout their lives and looks forward to their great reunion in Heaven. Jeri is survived by her devoted husband Matt; by her parents Robert and Betty Schilling; by her brother John Schilling, his wife, Martha Schilling, and their children Buddy, Rachel, Emily, and David Schilling, all of Albuquerque; by her sister Jo E. Schilling and partner Judy Polenske of Edmonds, WA; by Matt's sister Dee Forrest, her husband Jim and their children Mary Seppie and husband Bryan Seppie and their children, Kyra and Tasha Seppie, Michael Forrest and his wife Whitney and their son Kaelen, all of Rock Springs, WY; by Matt's sister Sally Hinkebein, her husband Tom and their children David Hinkebein of Albuquerque, Amy Harmon and her husband Chris Harmon of Georgia and their children Ashley and Caitlin Harmon, and Heidi Thiele, her husband Greg Thiele, and their children Kathleen and Karissa Thiele, of Texas, Matt's foster sister Joanne Goodman and her son, Aaron, of Albuquerque; by her dear friends Sandy Szwarc and Caren Swain, both of Albuquerque, Margaret Darling of Pagosa Springs, CO and by many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents John, Mary, and Helen Schilling, and Roscoe (Bud) and Ruby Kiner, all of Greene County, IA. Cremation has taken place. At Jeri's request her ashes will be dispersed in a private ceremony. A public Memorial Service for Jeri will be held Saturday, October 11 at 6 p.m. at the Church of the Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, (7834 Tennyson St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122), followed by dinner for all in the church's fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, Jeri and her family request that donations be made in her name to All Faiths Receiving Home (1709 Moon St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112), St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105), or the charity of your choice. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Funeral services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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TIPTON -- Lucille Tipton, age 95, passed away in Albuquerque on October 2, 2008. Lucille was the daughter of Dolores Patron Tipton and Albert Tipton of Santa Rosa, NM, both of whom were of pioneer families in New Mexico. Lucille attended Highlands University (known then as Normal University) in Las Vegas, where she received her Bachelor's degree in Education. She taught school in Newkirk, Pastura, Puerto de Luna, and eventually in Santa Rosa as a second grade teacher where she retired after 52 years. Lucille is survived by her niece, Anna Womack and her husband, Charles of Albuquerque; her great-nephew, Rian Collins and his wife Elizabeth of Parker, CO and their two children, Morgan and Riley Collins. Funeral arrangements made by Chavez Funeral Home in Santa Rosa, NM.
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VAUGHN -- Sammy W. Vaughn of Los Lunas, NM was born December 7, 1942 in Midland, Texas. He graduated from Midland High School and continued his education at Texas Tech in Lubbock, TX. He was a talented residential/commercial designer and builder. Sammy found the love of his life when he met his "Marty Darlin." They were married January 3, 1998 in Midland, TX. In 2003 they moved to Albuquerque and were drivers for Swift Transportation. Sammy often said he was only a servant here. That was evident as Sammy used his driving opportunity to spread the message of Christ to people all over the United States. He was always willing to offer help and comfort to anyone. He considered his time on the road a ministry and never took his responsibility lightly. Sammy departed this world on September 25, 2008 after a brief illness in Salt Lake City, UT. He leaves behind a host of friends and family; his wife, Marty Vaughn and his precious Shih-Tzu boy Bogie; a daughter Stacie Morris and her husband Cliff of Midland, TX; two sisters; two step-sons, Michael Gillaspia of Portland, TX and Steven Gillaspia of Denver, CO; and six grandchildren. He also leaves behind adoring in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and in lieu of a corporate Memorial Service, Sammy's family would ask that you honor his memory and how knowing him touched your life.
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VILLEGAS -- ALICIA The family of Alicia Villegas thanks their many friends and family members whose thoughtfulness and sympathy will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE
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