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CAMACHO -- Felicitas Camacho, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on October 9, 2008. Services are pending and have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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CAMPOS -- Carmen S. Campos, age 82, originally from Leon, Gto, Mexico, and a long time resident of Guadalupe County, died Thursday, October 9, 2008, after a brave battle with cancer. Carmen was born in Leon, Guanajuato, on July 2, 1926. Before moving to the United States, she was self-employed as a pharmacist in a small neighborhood store. She moved to Albuquerque, NM, in the summer of 1948 and met her soon to be husband during the Fiestas of Santa Fe in September 1948. Carmen and Jose Campos were married in January 1949. Carmen is preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Josefina Sanchez; and her husband Jose Campos. Survivors include three daughters, Rose Maciel of Chicago, IL, Susan Campos-Saiz of Albuquerque and Rita Romero of Santa Rosa; four sons, Paul Campos and Ricardo Campos, both of Santa Fe, Jose Campos and Santiago Campos, both of Santa Rosa; 18 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; four sisters, Catalina Maciel, Lourdes Nava, Tila Rojas and Hele Almaguer; and two brothers, Antonio Sanchez and Jose Sanchez. Rosary services will be held at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, October 12, 2008 from St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Santa Rosa, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, October 13, 2008 at 11:00 from the church. Burial will follow in the Campos family plot at Saint Joseph's Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 S. Third Street; Santa Rosa, New Mexico. (575) 472-3369. To place an online tribute or sign the guest book visit www.chavezfuneralhome.com
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CASERIO -- Hilde J. Caserio, 81, passed away Sunday October 5, 2008 after developing severe respiratory distress. She joins her beloved husband, retired Lt. Colonel Charles Caserio, and her son Chuck in heavenly peace. She is survived by two cousins in Germany and many local friends. She will be interred at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Hilde was a Holocaust Survivor, Gold Star Mother, and member of the Retired Officers Wives Club. She was also very active in the local Catholic, Jewish, and German community organizations. Many loved and knew her as their "other Mother". She was an inspiration to all that knew her. Hilde was strong willed with a loving stubbornness. She had an undying faith in God, country and the military. She will be greatly missed by the many lives she touched. On Monday October 13, 2008 there will be a Viewing from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. and a Rosary from 7:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Daniels Funeral Home located at 7601 Wyoming NE. The Funeral Services will be Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at the Kirtland Air Force Base Chapel, at 3:00 p.m. If you wish to attend the services at the Kirtland AFB Chapel, you must call Shari at 505-453-3446 or provide an email to klb82@msn.com and leave your full name(s) to be added to the Air Force Base approved entry list. A sign-up list will also be available at the Viewing for those wishing to attend the funeral service. A Reception will follow in the Chapel Auxiliary Hall. Entry to Kirtland AFB must be through the Wyoming gate. If you are donating food for the reception, please make your delivery to the auxiliary hall before the service. 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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CLARK -- Janice N. Clark of Bosque Farms, born October 4, 1937 passed away October 9, 2008. She is survived by her husband Wayne H. Clark Sr.; daughters Valerie Balsamo and husband Bob, Michelle Roberts; son Wayne H. Clark Jr and wife Brenda; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; mother Bessie Hise; brothers David Hise and wife Phyllis, Randy Hise and wife Shaneie, Dennis Hise; sister Mary Jenkins. Many nieces, nephews, many extended family, and friends. She is preceded in death by daughter Diane, and father Roy N. Hise. Services Saturday at 5 p.m. 2000 W. Bosque Loop, Bosque Farms at the home of Randy and Shaneie Hise. Arrangements made by Riverside Funeral Home.
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FAY -- Gavin G. Fay passed away suddenly. He is survived by brothers Dennis and Russell Fay; a sister, Laura Eckness. He has two daughters, Monica and Amanda. A Private Service was held.
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FULLER -- Andrew L. (Drew) --After a seven year courageous battle with cancer, Drew passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on October 9, 2008. Drew was born on March 18, 1949 in Hobbs, NM. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Judy and daughter Sarah, who were the sunshines of his life; mother Annie Fuller of McKinney, TX; Brother and sister-in-law Steve and Karen Fuller of Albuquerque; sister and brother-in-law Ginger and Tom McLamore of McKinney, TX; brother-in-law Robert Jones of Los Alamos, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Spike and Donna Jones of Los Alamos; nieces Angela, Jeni and Jesi; nephews Eric, Kyle, Kory and Cale. Drew was preceded in death by his dad, Andra and brothers John and Mark. Drew was raised in Jal, NM and McClean, TX and graduated from Jal High School. He moved to Albuquerque to attend college and play football at UNM. He had a passion to learn and received Bachelor and Master Degrees in Teaching Industrial Subjects from UNM; Master Degree in Industrial Safety from Texas A&M and Master degree in Occupational Safety Management from Central Missouri State University. Drew was proud to play the position of strong safety for the UNM football team and he was a faithful fan - GO LOBOS! Drew was a Professional Safety Engineer and Certified Safety Professional. He was a Senior Safety Engineer at the Department of Energy where he had been employed for the past 31 years. Prior to working at DOE he was a Descriptive Geometry Instructor and Design Graphics Graduate Instructor at Texas A&M. Drew was a Porsche enthusiast and loved maintaining and driving Porsche 911 relics, of which a pumped-up 1970 coupe (Blue Max) was his favorite and gave him a thrill for speed. The family would like to thank Vista Care Hospice and all of our caring friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper Dr. NE on Monday, October 13, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 5639 Jefferson NE, Albuquerque 87119 or to the UNM Cancer Center, 900 Camino de Salud, NE MSC 084630. Eat, drink and be merry. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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GARCIA -- Virginia F. Garcia In Loving Memory Of Mrs. Virginia F. Garcia. June 27, 1937 - October 11, 2002. La Casa No Se Reclinar Sobre La Tierra, Sino Sobre Una Mujer. The House Does Not Rest Upon The Ground, But Upon A Woman. Our House Will Never Be The Same Without You. It Has Beeen Six Years Today. That You Went Home. Till We Meet Again Our Love. From All Of Your Family, Martin and Allan.
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GIRON -- Robert D. Giron Jr., 44, passed away in Albuquerque after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Sr., who passed away in April 2008. Robert is survived by his son, Jonathan; mother, Cecilia; his sisters, Audrey Leyba and husband, Phillip, Brenda Martinez and husband, Andrew; several nephews; one niece; one grandniece; several aunts and uncles; and other family and friends who loved him and will miss him very much. Memorial Services will be held at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Rd. SW., on Saturday, October 11, 2008. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ.505-343-8008
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HERNANDEZ -- Deborah "Debbie" Hernandez, 47, died unexpectedly in Tucson, AZ. She is survived by her daughter, Celine. Memorial service will be held Sunday, October 12, 2008, 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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JENNINGS -- Donean Frances Waldo Jennings born in Wenatchee, WA on September 21, 1928, Donean went to be with her Lord on October 1, 2008. Her friends remember her as an organizer of neighborhood musicals in the 50s and 60s and a faithful member of the church choir where she organized many special dinners and children's presentations. She is survived by two sisters Audri Cotton and Patti Centeno; a son Pete Jennings and his wife Shawn; and two grandchildren Miranda Jennings and Nathaniel Jennings. A Memorial Service is planned for Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at 5:00 p.m., at the Carlisle Plaza Methodist Church, 3023 Montclaire NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. No reception is planned. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in her name to your favorite charity, such as: Kidney Research or Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang.
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KELLEY -- Esther Kelley, 88, passed away peacefully after a short illness on Tuesday, October 2, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, George Kelley; brothers, Garfield Gutierrez of Moriarty and Hubert Gutierrez and wife, Patricia of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Beatrice Gutierrez of Prague, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Olivia Rodriguez; parents, Luis and Ercelia Gutierrez; sister-in-law, Rita Gutierrez and brother, Virgil Gutierrez. Esther was born May 12, 1920 in Raton, NM. After graduating from high school, she worked in Raton for several years and eventually moved to Albuquerque where she continued her work in the secretarial field. She met her husband, George, while he was in the Navy and stationed in Albuquerque. His career took them to many bases around the country and she was an active participant in the Navy Wives' Club. After George retired from the Navy they opened Kelley's Knit Shop in southern California and subsequently moved the business to Albuquerque. Esther was a gifted seamstress and she utilized this talent to create beautiful knit garments. She also gave knitting lessons to many of their customers. Esther enjoyed traveling and she and George spent their leisure time seeing the world on cruise ships. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 9:00 a.m., at the Shrine of Saint Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MORA -- Federico Mora, M.D., 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2008. Friends may visit Sunday, October 12, 2008, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Chapel. Memorial Services will be held Monday, October 13, 2008, 4:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Chapel. A full obituary will follow in tomorrow's paper. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 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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NOLAND -- Martin D. Noland IV, 85 year old Albuquerque, NM resident died peacefully at his home on Thursday, October 9, 2008. Graveside Funeral Services will be held Monday, October 13, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the Moscow Cemetery south of Mooreland, OK. Burial will follow in the family plot. Billings Funeral Home, 1621 Downs Avenue, Woodward, Oklahoma 73801 is in charge of arrangements. Martin D. Noland IV was born in Wichita, Kansas on November 6, 1922. He was the son of Martin D. Noland III and Mina E. (Priestly) Noland. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1944 with a BS Degree in Civil Engineering. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Marilyn; three children, Karen Stalnaker and husband Nelson of Harrison, AR, Dave Noland and Mike Noland and wife Mary both of Albuquerque, NM; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Remembrances may be made on-line at www.billingsfuneralhome woodward.com
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OLIVAS -- BROTHER LUKE OLIVAS, FSC Brother Bonaventure Luke, born in Santa Fe on August 19, 1911, the son of Ciriaco J. Olivas and the former Maria Martinez, both deceased, died, after an extended illness, on Thursday, October 9, 2008, in the afternoon in St. Vincent's Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Frances and Maria Stella; and by his brothers, Fred, Sonny, Jacob A., and Waldo. He is survived by his sisters, Isabella and Adelina of Albuquerque and Rosina in California. He is also survived by 14 nieces and nephews. Jacob J. Olivas entered the junior seminary of the Christian Brothers in Las Vegas, NM in 1925. He received the garb of the Christian Brothers in 1927 and chose the name Brother Bonaventure Luke. He pronounced his life-time vows in August of 1936. His teaching assignments took him to New Iberia, Lake Charles, Covington, Lafayette, New Orleans, and Franklin, all in Louisiana. He also taught in Christian Brothers schools in Galveston and El Paso, in Texas and in Denver, CO. He taught at, and was associated with St. Michael's High School, here in Santa Fe, since 1978. He was an excellent teacher, proficient in Religion, Science, and Math, as well as Senior English. He spoke excellent French and was a Latin scholar, as well. Brother Luke spent a year in Parmenie, France, assisting in the administration of an international retreat center. During the summers of the late 1970's, he joined a number of his Brothers in Alaska where they built and repaired Catholic Churches and meeting halls in several small towns for the bishop of Alaska. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 7 p.m. at Berardinelli Family Chapel. A Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, October 15, 2008, 10 a.m. at St. Francis Cathedral with interment to follow at Rosario Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
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OLSON -- Larry Delfred Olson, born June 20, 1958, passed away October 8, 2008. Larry was born in Albuquerque, NM, received his BBA from UNM, then his MBA from College of Santa Fe. He worked at Sandia National Laboratories for 19 years. He is survived by his wife and best friend, Cindy Olson; three sisters, Sharon Espinosa, Gwen Pullen, and Gail Drane; daughter, DeDe Long and her husband Scotty; and son Bob Scholl and fiance Anna Sierra. Missing their grandpa and their favorite uncle will be nine grandchildren - Maurice, Kaytlyn, Jackie, Madison, Kayla, Joey, Cameron, Megan, and Jared, as well as his eight nephews and nieces. Larry loved life. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, his pets, his Dallas Cowboys, and traveling with Cindy. His recent adventure was parachuting out of a plane - which was one of many thrills he experienced. He also was always there to help people, giving generously of his time and expertise. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2008 from noon to 3 p.m., at 9729 Regal Ridge Drive NE. In honor of Larry, donations may be made to the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
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PATERNITI -- Sam Paterniti 85, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2008 after a lengthly illness. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Cecelia in 2004. He is survived by five children; 15 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was a WWII veteran, serving in the 8th army air corps in England. He graduated from Bowling Green State University, and worked as an accountant, retiring from Amrep in 1980 as comptroller. In the 1980's and 1990's he was a construction development consultant, developing several hotel and commercial projects throughout the state. He was the son of Italian immigrants, and believed in hard work, honesty, and dedication to his family. A Rosary will be at 7 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Rio Rancho on Monday, October 13, 2008. A Mass of Christian Burial will at 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of New Mexico 4015 Carlisle N.E.
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PEREA -- Mathew J. (Mat) Perea Dear Mathew, fall has come and the sound of the hot air balloons are in the air, the turning of the leaves are so beautiful, yet it seems like we see it all in a fog. Four years have gone by since your passing. The memories are all we have left of you. We miss you with every breath we take. We will love you forever. Mom, Dad, Crystal and Frisky
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ROSALES -- Jorge Luis Pacheco Rosales was born April 12, 1969 and passed away October 4, 2008. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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STEWART -- Dr. M. Buren Stewart, 92, former pastor of St. John's United Methodist Church in Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2008. Dr. Stewart, son of S. M. and Katie Stewart, pioneer settlers in territorial New Mexico, was born near Grady, NM on Friday, December 17, 1915. He graduated from Clovis High School and attended Eastern New Mexico University the first two years of its existence, and received his B. A. Degree from Highlands University and completed one half of his masters from the University of New Mexico. On Sunday, August 21, 1938, he married Gladys Ellen Crump of Clovis, NM. Dr. Stewart taught three years at Springer High School and then went to work for "The National Youth Administration." He was principal of Santa Rosa, New Mexico Elementary School when he entered the service in World War II. He served in the 42nd Army (Rainbow) Division. He was in the unit which liberated Dachau Concentration Camp. At the end of World War II, Dr. Stewart began his theological training at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, which he completed at Northwestern University (Garrett Theological) Chicago in 1948. The Stewarts only child, Joseph Martin, was born in Rockford, IL, in 1947. Dr. Stewart served churches which ranged from fewer that 100 members to churches with a membership of over 2,300. He served two six-year terms as District Superintendent in the Carlsbad and El Paso Districts. Other appointments served were Ranchvale, Ruidoso, Eunice, Las Vegas, Odessa, Texas (Highland), Grace Alamogordo and St. Johns' United Methodist Church, Albuquerque. At St. John's, Dr. Stewart, as Senior Pastor for nine years, completed a building program costing almost one million dollars, and retired in 1983. He was a delegate to five Jurisdictional Conferences, Three General Conferences and one World Methodist Conference. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Ellen Crump; his parents; and only siblings, Ruby Rucker and Winnie Briggs. Dr. Stewart is survived by his son, Joseph M. Stewart of Albuquerque; nephews, Gene Rucker and wife, Patty of Hobbs, NM, Terry Stovall and wife, Pam, Wayne Reid and wife, Donna of Clovis, NM; nieces, Lennie and husband, Dr. David Townsend of Alamogordo, Melva and husband, Everette Jaycox of Alto, NM, Carlene S. Briggs of Cloudcroft, NM, Nelva and husband, Wesley Williams, of Hobbs, NM, Sharon and husband, Dr. Merle Benson of Albuquerque, Marla and husband, Mike Wersonick of Edgewood, NM and Jane Rucker of Texas. In addition, Dr. Stewart is survived by several great-nephews and nieces all of whom he was proud. Services will be held Monday, October 13, 2008, 11:00 a.m., at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE. Interment will be at Lawn Haven Memorial Gardens, 1601 E. Llano Estacado, Clovis, NM on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, October 12, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Merle Benson, Everett Jaycox, Gene Rucker, Dave Townsend, Mike Wersonick, Wesley Williams. Honorary Pallbearer's will be Dwane Clark, Bernie Hulme, John Reid, Wayne Reid, Terry Stovall. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SYERS -- Ronald Jack Syers, 62, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2008 in Socorro, NM. He was born August 13, 1946 in Munising, MI to Verne E. and Shirley (Mills) Syers. Ronald served in the US Navy from 1964 to 1967 and was currently employed by Northrup Grumman. He owned and operated the AAA Storage in San Antonio, NM. Ronald was the kind of person that was always willing to help anyone that was in need of help. He is preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Flint Syers. He is survived by two sons; a daughter, two grandchildren; many cousins who loved him dearly; and many friends and co workers. A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at Steadman-Hall Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Ronald will be buried in the family plot in Hart, MI at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM. 575-835-1530.
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TOKUDA -- Seiyu "Dusty" Tokuda passed away unexpectedly on October 7, 2008 during a large gathering surrounded by relatives here and from Hawaii and Oregon. He was born in Ewa, HI, served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and worked as a Field Service Representative for General Farebox (GFI) in the Chicago area until his retirement. He had been a resident of Albuquerque, NM, for the past 17 years, having retired a second time from his part-time job as a driver for Budget Car Rentals a year ago. His passion was horses and he did some volunteer work for a riding program with developmentally disabled individuals when he first moved to New Mexico, and attended almost every type of horse show and horse racing at the fairgrounds. Dusty was preceded in death by his parents, Nta and Ushigwa Tokuda, his brother, Seisuke "Red" Tokuda, and his sisters, Masako Kochi and Helen Candilasa. He is survived by his son, Timothy and his wife, Amie Tokuda, of Chandler, AZ; his former wife and very good friend, Nancy Tokuda of Yuma, AZ and her son Alan Lermer of Glenview, IL; his brothers, Bob and Sei Tokuda of Albuquerque, Seiko "Sam" Tokuda of San Pedro, CA, and Harry "Pecos" (Betty) Tokuda of Honolulu, HI, along with many nieces, nephews, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews, many of whom were with him at the time of his death. Dusty also had several "coffee friends" at the McDonalds in Wal-Mart at San Mateo and Zuni. The family would like to express our gratitude to all the staff at New Heart, particularly Dr. McGuire, and the doctors and staff connected with Lovelace Health Program for their care and compassion. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place with no formal service, aside from a private gathering of his family.
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