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ALBERTS -- Julia M. Alberts, age 75, of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, October 13, 2008 at her home. Julia was born in 1933 in Monte Vista, CO to Arthur and Madeline "Peggy" Hoyle.She is survived by her husband of 39 years Jerry of Albuquerque; her daughter, Roberta Woods and her husband Jim of Simi Valley, CA.; four grandchildren and; four great grandchildren; sisters, Janey Kammerzell of Albuquerque, Maryon Hall of Ohio; brothers, Charles Hoyle of Albuquerque and Robert Hoyle of Texas; several nieces, nephews and numerous friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her son Michael Harley in 2001. According to her wishes cremation has taken place, and no formal services are scheduled at this time. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ALLEN -- Davis A. December 1926 to October 2008 We wish to express our sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this difficult time. Thank you to those who attended services; sent floral tributes, cards, food; and memorial contributions to St. Vincent de Paul or the Alzheimers Association and to all who helped in so many ways. Your kindness and generosity will always be remembered. Patricia, Angelica, Kathleen, Anatasia, Matthew and Alexander Allen
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ARNAUD -- Charles V. Arnaud, 58, former Albuquerque resident and a 1971 Highland High School graduate, died Thursday, October 16, 2008 in Toston, MT. He was born Thursday, September 28, 1950 in Tacoma, WA. Charlie is survived by his former wife, Ruth Arnaud; daughter, Leah J. Polley of Mars, PA; son, Charles Jason Arnaud of Memphis, TN; four sisters, Sharon L.Arnaud, Dorothy M. Dodson, and Rosemary L. Lombardelli, all of Albuquerque, and Yvonne A. Arnaud of Toston, MT; one brother, Robert E. Arnaud of Warren, OR; three nieces and one nephew. Private Burial Services will be held in Toston, MT on Tuesday, October 21, 2008. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ATKINS -- Judith "Judy" Atkins, 63, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. She is survived by her loving husband of 28 years, Joseph Atkins; her children, daughter, Angela Jennings and son, Alan Cronick; seven stepchildren; and numerous grandchildren; great grandchildren; siblings, Carolyn and Dale Blevins, Hal and HyonSun Washburn, Merle and Dorthea Washburn, Winston and Pat Washburn and Bill Washburn. Judy is preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Helen Washburn and sister, Lila J. McMillian. Judy was a member of Pulmonary Hypertension Support Group. She retired from the City of Albuquerque, Solid Waste Department. Services will be held Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Cremation will follow services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Pulmonary Hypertension Association, Patient Services, 801 Roeder Rd, Ste 400, Silver Spring, MD 20910. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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BAKER -- Nina (Bennie) Baker, 96, a resident of Albuquerque since 1983, passed away peacefully, Saturday, October 11, 2008. She was born in Greenfield, MA on July 30, 1912. Bennie is survived by her sister, Madeline Robbins of Sandwich, MA and several nieces, nephews, grand and great-grandnieces, and nephews. During WWII, she was in the Army Nurse Corps and served as the Chief Nurse of the 184th General Hospital in England. After the war she served in Germany, the Pentagon, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Korea, and as the Chief Nurse of the 2nd Army at the Headquarters on Governor's Island, NY. In 1963, she retired at Fort Devens, MA as a LTC with 20 years of service. Bennie enjoyed photography, travel and collecting coins, stamps and historical items. Through the years she maintained contact with many of her friends from the military. In 1983, she moved from Florida to Albuquerque as one of the first residents at La Vida Llena Retirement Community. Her friends there will miss her smile and hugs. The family wishes to express their thanks for the wonderful care Bennie received in the Independent Living and in Health Care facility at LVL. Cremation has taken place and ennichement of cremated remains will take place at Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to The Full Life Foundation, 10501 Lagrima de Oro. NE, 87111 or to a charity of your choice. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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BARELA -- Gabriel Ray Barela Aug.16,1984-Oct.15,2006 One more day without you but one more day closer to be with you. We all miss and love you very much and you'll never be forgotten. Love your son Gabriel Jr., Larissa, Mom, Dad, Cosme, Jessica, April, Ty and Monet
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CASTILLO -- Jennie D. Castillo, age 74, and a longtime resident of Albuquerque, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008, surrounded by her family. She will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend. In 1987, Jennie served as a board member of the Albuquerque Centro Familiar de Salud Family Health Center. She traveled to Washington, DC and accomplished many good things for the organization. Jennie had a wonderful time. She enjoyed gardening, caring for inside plants in her home, as well as outside flowers in her yard. She also loved to cook and prepare meals for her loving family and friends. She will be greatly missed. Jennie is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Frank Castillo; two sons, Stephen and wife Dalila, Kenneth and wife Linda; two daughters, Nancy and husband Manuel, Cynthia and husband Chris; six grandchildren, Jesse Castillo, Angela Valenciana, Kenneth Eloy Castillo Jr., Manuel L. Lucero III, Sarah Velasquez and Timothy Lucero; four great grandchildren, Mariah Castillo, Kenneth Castillo III, Diego Valenciana and Timothy Diego Atencio-Lucero. She is also survived by six sisters, Carie Luna, Lucy Lebya, Sue Romero, Dolores Sanchez, Ruth Carillo and Vangie Hernandez and three brothers, Ray Duran, Carl Duran and Rudy Duran. Services will be held at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church in Old Town. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, October 20, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Burial of her cremated remains will take place on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at 12:00 noon at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith NE. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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CASTILLO -- LOUISA M. The family of Mrs. Lousia M. Castillo would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement ; to Father Anthony Bolman, Holy Family Catholic Church, presider of the Mass; to Lorraine and Dorothy for reciting the Rosary; and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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CHAVEZ -- Raymond Larry Chavez, 52, passed away October 16, 2008. He was a kind and generous man, avid hunter fisherman and father to all. He is preceded in death by his daughter Marissa Guadalupe Chavez. He is survived by his parents Victor and Thelma Chavez; former wife Lisa Chavez; sons Raymond Chavez, Jr, Matthew Chavez and Tony Johnson-Chavez; daughters Priscilla Chavez and Frances Chavez; brother Victor Chavez, Jr.; sisters Ruby Montoya and husband Victor; Ida Jo Moreno and husband Chris; grandchild Destiny Naranjo and many nieces and nephews. Raymond was loved by many and will be greatly missed. A Rosary will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Clovis, NM on Monday, October 20, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. followed by the funeral mass at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Clovis. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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CONKLIN -- Jeremy Eugene. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M., Sunday, October 19, 2008 at Grace Community Church for Jeremy Eugene Conklin, age 17, of Roswell, who passed away October 15, 2008. Pastor Sean D. Lee of Grace Community Church will officiate, with Interment to follow at Memory Lawn Memorial Park. Jeremy was born May 26, 1991 in Roswell to Sheila Bowers Cych and Gerald Conklin. Jeremy is survived by his parents; a brother: Benjaman Conklin of Algodones, NM; sisters: Amber Conklin and Michelle Barber both of Roswell and several grandmothers and grandfathers. Jeremy was a student at Goddard High School. He was a member of the Key Club and also a member of Grace Community Church. He was a former Walmart Associate. Jeremy worked for Chilie's Restaurant. He held belts in Japanese and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He enjoyed Paintball, Hunting, Playing Darts, Fishing and Motorcycles. His future plans were to be a Marine which he had already signed up to be. Pallbearers will be Raymond Prescott, Joe Conklin, Gerald Conklin, Justin Barber, Cole Barber and Gene Purcell. Honorary Pallbearers are Michelle Barber, Benjaman Conklin, Amber Conklin, Russell Leslie and the Chilie's Restaurant Gang. If friends wish, they may give memorials to Goddard Key Club, The Marine Corp or the charity of their choice. If friends would like to give their condolences online they may do so at www.lagronefuneralchapels.com Arrangements are under the direction of LaGrone Funeral Chapel.
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DONATO -- Nicholas Angelo Donato, a native New Mexican, born September 22, 1961, was welcomed into the throne room of our glorious Father and reunited with his son, Marc and father, Paul on Thursday, October 16, 2008, as a result of an auto accident while working in Le Mars, IA. After three years of mission work in Costa Rica, he returned to Albuquerque as an implementation computer analyst. He is survived by his wife, Lana Donato; son, Adam and his girlfriend, Alicia; daughter, Victoria and her husband, Thomas Lane; stepdaughter, Karrie Moorhouse and her husband, John; stepsons, Jerry Lea and his wife, Rocio, and Joseph Lea and his wife, Courtney; grandchildren, Jarrod, Lilliana, Van, Logan, John Clark, Jesse, Nick, Mia, Corbin, Adaline, and Isaac; mother, Mary Donato; brothers, Tony Donato and Eddie Donato and his wife, Monica; sister, Arlynn Collard; nieces and nephews, Heather, Robin, Anthony, Alexis, Giuliano, Paul, Mary, and Joseph; grandfather, Jim Martin and his wife, Beverly; grandmother, Arlynn Martin; aunts, Betty, Joan, Mary, Diane, Diane and Karen; uncles, Terry, Steve, Mike, Jimmy, Joey and Pete; and numerous cousins. Services will be held Monday, October 20, 2008, 2:00 p.m., at Calvary Chapel East 1510 Tramway Blvd. NE, Suite E (Skyview Center at Indian School). Friends may visit French Mortuary, Sunday, October 19, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Monday, October 20, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, loving memorial contributions may be made to Nicholas Donato Memorial Fund at Bank of America. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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DURAN -- Ernest "Ernie" Duran, age 72 passed away October 15, 2008. He was born Jan 27, 1936 in Las Vegas, New Mexico to the late Jose and Maria Duran. Ernie proudly served in the United States Army with the 101st Airborne Division and made 54 jumps with the division. After serving in the Army, he began working as a barber. His career spanned 42 years. Ernie recently retired after working at Hoffmantown Barber Shop in Albuquerque for 12 years. Ernie had a love for music, especially the singing by his son Danny. Ernie also had a passion for the outdoors, horseback riding, football, and boxing. Ernie was preceded in death by brothers Carlos and Joe Duran, Sisters Eliza Duran and Carmen Bustos, son Ernest Joey Duran, stepson Steve L. Gonzales. He is survived by his loving wife Angie Duran with whom he spent 17 wonderful years. Sons: Michael(Libby), Jim(Monica), Anthony(Alicia), Danny(Wendy), Daughters: Rose (Tito) Carranza, Maria Duran, Tina(Jim) Guzan, Lisa Sena, and stepdaughter Carol Gonzales, daughter in law Angela Garcia, 24 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Sisters: Eloise Diaz, Lillian Gudino, Mary(Danny) Villanueva. Mother in Law Rosana P. Vigil, In laws Mabel(Gene) Esquibel, Elaine Vigil, Joan(Sammy) Lopez, Joseph Vigil(Giovanna), Lucy Vigil, Lilly Duran, and many nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and loyal customers, that will miss him dearly. Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, Oct 21, 2008 at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, New Mexico at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at the Tecolote, NM Cemetery immediately following. Urn Bearer will be Raymond "Curly" Varela. Honorary bearers will be John Gonzales and Michael Guzan. Arrangements are entrusted to Nelson Funeral Home; 801 Douglas Ave, Las Vegas, NM 87701; 505-425-6551.
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FOSTER -- JAMES The family of James Foster 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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GARCIA -- Barbara "Bobbi" Garcia, 80, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2008 after a brief illness. Barbara is survived by her sisters, Mary Vanderwalker of Weyauwega, WI, Suzanne Schaumann of Menasha, WI, and Patricia Lalley of Appleton, WI. Also near and dear to her heart were her nephews, Thomas Ales and wife, Darlene of Larsen, WI, William Lalley of Madison, WI and Christopher Lalley and wife, Kimberly of Albuquerque whom Bobbi came to regard as a son and daughter; great-nieces and great-nephews and many friends. Bobbi was preceded in death by her parents, William and Alta Jensen and Abenicio "Ben" Garcia, her husband of 27 years. She was born in Appleton, Wisconsin, met and married Ben after moving to Albuquerque to work for an insurance company. Bobbi enjoyed crossword puzzles and watching TV while surrounded by her beloved dogs, Spider, Munchkin, Cooper and Taco Belle. She was a volunteer for Quixote Humane Inc. where she fostered numerous Chihuahuas. Services will be held Monday, October 20, 2008, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Quixote Humane Inc., P. O. Box 1285, Peralta, NM 87042. The family would like to especially thank the staff at Kaseman-Hospice and the New Mexico Cancer Center for their devoted care during her brief illness. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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GILBERT -- Betty Alberta Smith Gilbert, 67, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. She was born March 27, 1941 on the Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation, in Hoopa CA to Arthur Albert Smith, member of the Salish and Kootenai Nation, and Hazel Wixon, a descendant Cree. She is survived by her son, Terry Hatfield; her daughter Mellissa Gilbert; and her sister, Jaune Quick-to See Smith, member of the Salish and Kootenai Nation and Jaune's husband F. Andrew Ambrose, all of Albuquerque. Betty has two nephews, Bill Ambrose and Neal Ambrose-Smith, and their families, all living in the Albuquerque area, as well as a niece, Roxanne Ambrose, who lives on the Salish and Kootenai reservation in Montana. She was preceded in death by her partner, Edward Lee. Betty had a great love for all her animals. A private service was held. 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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GUSTAFSON -- Maxine L Gustafson, 76, a resident of Albuquerque, NM since 1963, passed away quietly on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, friend, and much more to so many, Maxine celebrated life and left a lasting impression on all that she met. She was a strong soul who led by example. She is survived by her loving life partner and husband Albert, of Albuquerque, NM; children, Richard A Blakley and wife Val of Dinosaur, CO, Cheryl A. Gustafson of Albuquerque, NM, Patrick D. Gustafson and wife Liz of Rowlette, TX, Christine A. Gustafson and husband Robert Phillips of Albuquerque, NM, Samantha Thomson and husband David, of Austin, TX; eleven grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; two sisters, Zula Simon of California and Trudy Rhodes and husband, "Dusty" of Colorado and one brother, Dean Barrett and wife Darlene of Colorado. Maxine was a member of Good News Baptist Church, Loyal Order of the Moose, and many other wonderful causes. Services will be held Monday, October 20, 2008, at 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A reception will follow the interment at the Moose Lodge, 2121 Edith NE, Albuquerque, NM. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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HEDRIC -- Dois Ray Hedric. A viewing for Mr. Hedric will be Sunday 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Reflections followed by a Rosary. Mass will be on Monday at 12 noon with Entombment following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The Salazar family of REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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HEDRICK -- James (Jim) L. Hedrick, 78, a resident of Bernalillo, NM passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 15, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Emily; children, Hazel Romero and Paul, and Sherri Royce; six grandchildren, Vanessa, Michelle, Andrea, Michael James, Jennifer, and Matthew; five great-grandchildren, Alcario, Daniel, Marissa, Felicia, and Analicia Emilia; daughter-in-law, Zada Hedrick; brother, Thomas Hedrick and wife, Loretta; sister-in-law, Tomiko Hedrick; and numerous other relatives and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, James and Hazel Hedrick; brother, John Hedrick; and sons, James Avery Hedrick and Bruce Dean Hedrick. He was born on August 14, 1930 in Hermosa, CO and served proudly in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. After his discharge he moved to Albuquerque where he worked as a heavy equipment operator. He was a proud member of Operating Engineers #953 from 1957 until his death. After his retirement, Jim and Emily moved to Bernalillo, NM where he loved to spend time with his beloved chows, Kando, Kelli and Pepper. He loved to work in his yard, grow his garden, and spend time with his family. Jim was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends may visit at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Tuesday, October 21, 2008 from 12:00 noon to Service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery where Jim will be interred with his son, James Avery Hedrick. Pallbearers will be Martin Gallegos, John Hedrick, Shaun Hedrick, Oliver Garcia, Michael James Royce, and Matthew Royce. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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HIX -- Leslie James, age 87 of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. He was born on November 14, 1920 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Earl and Patie Hix. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary in 1990. He married Lois Ruff on July 20, 1991. Mr. Hix was the owner and operator of Winrock Bakery in Albuquerque for many years. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the United States Army. He was a current member of Risen Savior Catholic Community. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Lois of Albuquerque; his children, Carol Detwiler and her husband David of Rio Rancho, Patricia Clark and her husband Chuck, Anita Trujillo and her husband Eddie, all of Albuquerque, Steven Hix and his wife Nancy of Citrus Heights, CA; nineteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren; brothers: Marvin Hix and his wife Virginia of Pacific Junction., IA, Marion Hix and his wife Bobbie of Texas; sisters, Verona Robinson, Glenda King both of Decatur, AR. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday October 20, 2008 at Risen Savior Catholic Community Church, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The family would like to thank Hospice of the Sandias for the extended care to Leslie and his family. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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HOPKINS -- Andrew Jackson "Bud" Hopkins, born in Lisbon, ND on December 31, 1926, a 50 year resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, October 15, 2008 with his family by his side. He was a loving family man and successful, hard working business owner. He was preceded in death by son, Michael E. Hopkins; parents, Willard L. Hopkins and Alice Carlson Hopkins; brothers, Charlie and Merlyn L. Hopkins; and sister, Eleanor Bucher. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Vonna L. Hopkins; daughter, Jane A. Cordova and husband, Ron; son, Willard A. Hopkins; son, Barry A. Hopkins and wife, Sandy; daughter, Valerie L. Perez and husband, Andres; and special cousin Betty Lou Melroe who was like a sister and many other special relatives and friends; granddaughters, Meghann Mouyianis, Candice Padilla, husband, Doug; great granddaughter, Ellie; Maddie Hopkins, Kristyn Cordova, Melissa Perez, and Leah Hopkins; great-granddaughters, Rylee and Raegann. Grandsons who will be the pallbearers, Ryan and Alec Hopkins, Christopher Cordova, Matthew, Dominic and Nicholas Perez and Thomas Hopkins. The Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 19, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Palm Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave SE. The Graveside Service will be held on Monday, October 20, 2008 at 11:30 a.m.. at Fairview Memorial Park 700 Yale Blvd SE. The Memorial Service will be held on Monday, October 20, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church 1100 Indian School Rd NE. Online condolences can be submitted at www.danielsfuneral.com Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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HURLBUT-MILLER -- Jana Hurlbut-Miller, MD, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2008 after battling cancer for over six years. She died at her new home in Salt Lake City, UT at the age of 38. Born June 2, 1970 in Washington state, Jana then grew up in Albuquerque, NM. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. After working in commercial real estate, she realized her true gift was in helping people. She was accepted into medical school at the University of Massachusetts, and graduated in 2001. She married her medical school sweetheart of four years shortly before graduation. They then moved to Houston, TX for residency training, she in family practice and he in ophthalmology. In spite of multiple major surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation, Jana completed her residency and worked as a professor for two years at the University of Texas Medical School. She also traveled extensively, studied ceramics and photography, and became a talented potter. She did volunteer work with the Junior League of America, and participated in many charitable events. Jana is the beloved wife of Peter Hurlbut-Miller; and treasured daughter of Bruce Miller, Estelle Miller, and step-mother Jill Miller. She leaves behind siblings Joshua, Seth, and Tamara, as well as countless close friends. Jana's bravery, strength and positive outlook on life has been an inspiration to everyone who had the good fortune to know her. A Memorial will be held for her in Sandia Park, NM on November 1, 2008 at 4:00. Please contact the family for details. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the University of Massachusetts Memorial Foundation, 333 South St., Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
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JENNE -- Priscilla Jenne died of a brief illness on September 24, 2008. Born 1922 in Minneapolis, MN she was a professional artist for over five decades. She was mentored by NYC artist Will Barnet, a lifelong friend. He proclaimed her one of America's best watercolorists saying "a kind of sunlight bathes her work and her landscapes are poetic visions. Her seascapes and woodland scenes are among her most lyrical expressions." From 1951-53 she worked with a group of artists at Art Instruction in Minneapolis which included Peanuts creator Charles Schulz. When she planned a move to NYC, Schulz created a humorous panel for her in farewell. Jenne traveled the US in the mid-50's painting scenes of the French Quarter in New Orleans, San Francisco's Chinatown, the New England coast, and the Northwoods of Wisconsin. In '59 she moved to NYC and married Edward Herzog, a composer and arranger. From 1980-95 she created her most important series. The Woodlands & Waterways were exhibited widely and won numerous awards. In '95 she and Ed retired to Cedar Crest, where the local landscape inspired her painting. Her work showed locally at the UNM College of Fine Arts, Patrician, Johnsons of Madrid, and Dartmouth St. galleries. Ms. Jenne is survived by a daughter and two grandchildren. Donations may be made to Hospice of the Sandias. Her webpage is priscilla-jenne.fineartamerica.com.
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JENSEN -- Mark Alan Jensen, 56, lost his four year battle with bone cancer on Monday, October 13, 2008. He was born January 29, 1952 in Albuquerque and moved to Edgewood in 1983. Mark is survived by his sweetheart, Gail Richards; son, Rory Jensen and wife, Kim Jensen; daughter, Clare Jensen and their mother Jane Jensen; sisters, Mimi Montgomery, Janice Gauman and husband, Denny, Elena Coffman and husband, Gaylan; and sister Leslie Jensen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice K. and Alta Mae Jensen and grandparents, Joe and Mae Hill. Mark graduated from Highland High School in 1970 and UNM in 1974. He became a building contractor in 1974 and began a career in real estate in 1985 working primarily in Albuquerque's East Mountain area. Mark was Owner/Broker of Associated Mountain Realtors in Cedar Crest. He was a founder of the Edgewood Community Library and has been an ardent supporter since opening. In addition to homebuilding, Mark loved to dance, ski, scuba dive and play racquetball. He loved to travel the world and his many destinations are a tribute to a short life well lived. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service was held Saturday, 2:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment of cremated remains will take place at Mountain Valley Cemetery in Edgewood. Honorary pallbearers will be Mark's best friend for life Tim Otero, Angus MacPherson, Liz Mazzola, Jim Ullrich, Steve Caruso and Dave Thomas. In lieu of flowers, Mark requested memorial contributions be made to the Community Library, P.O. Box 1134, Edgewood, NM, 87015. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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JONAS -- Margie B. Jonas October 18, 1933 to October 19, 2007 Happy Birthday Mom You are forever loved in our hearts we miss you. Darla, Dee, and Candice
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JURCHAK -- Marjorie Dee "Marge" (Gould, Fischer) Jurchak, of The Meridian, Temple, TX went to be with the Lord on September 17, 2008. She was born to Ralph E. and Ethel Dee Gould on September 20, 1923, in Gary, IN. She was baptized and confirmed in the Episcopal Church in Berwyn, IL. She graduated from high school in Pana, IL. In high school, Marge participated in plays and musicals. She loved to swim, being taught to swim along with her sisters, by their father. Marge's dad also arranged music for his daughters which they performed at athletic events while being accompanied by their mother on the piano. The sisters also sang in the church choir. Marge was employed by Tellepsen Construction Company, in Houston, TX. She served as Office Manager for many years until retiring to unite in marriage with Stanley H. Jurchak. They were married on July 24, 1959 in Boulder, CO. Marge and Stanley moved to Sun City, TX after Stanley retired from AG, Inc in Albuquerque, NM (1975-1996) (where they were active members of Tanoan) to be closer to his family in Texas. Marge was a longtime member of the Sun City Georgettes and she and Stanley were avid golfers and enjoyed their time together square dancing and traveling. In addition to her husband, Marge is survived by her daughter, Diane Fischer, of Albuquerque, NM; her sisters Martha Beard of Baytown, TX, and Genevieve Michael, of Longmont, CO; her sister-in-law Gladys Oakley of Bellville, TX; and her brother-in-law Jay C. Buenger of Industry, TX; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister Patricia Gallup; and her son Maurice David Fischer. The family wishes to express special thanks to her dear friend, Pet Stueck, of Temple, and to her many caregivers at The Meridian and at Scott and White Hospital in Temple, TX. In lieu of usual remembrance, memorial gifts may be given to the Welcome Lutheran Church, 13636 FM 109. Brenham, Texas 77833; The Worship Place, 811 Sun City Blvd., Georgetown, Texas 78633; or to a charity of your choice. A Memorial Service was held at the Worship Place in Sun City, Georgetown, TX on September 21, 2008 and later at the Welcome Lutheran Church in Welcome, TX on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 4:00 p.m.
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KEIL -- Janice Gehl Yocum, 77, of Albuquerque and Las Vegas, NV, died Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She is survived by her loving husband, Ronald; daughters, Colwyn Gullick (Joe), Christine Linden (Bob), Ronna Keil (Donna) and Wendy Gonzales (Rick); granddaughters, Georgia and Maggie Gullick; grandsons, Bobby and Scotty Linden; and brother, Jerry Yocum (Ella Mae). She was preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Harvey Yocum; and sister, Betty Diederich. Jan was a member of Sweet Adelines International since June of 1987. Graveside Services will be at Arvada Cemetery, in Arvada, CO, Monday, October 20, 2008, at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Friends may visit French Mortuary's website at www.frenchmortuary.com to offer condolences. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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KEY-WRIGHT -- Marianna Key-Wright, 73, passed from this world on October 7, 2008, in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on September 25, 1935 in Wink, TX to Clyde and Margaret Key. She was a life-long artist who enjoyed scuba diving and travel. Her works of art were displayed in galleries in New Mexico and England. Ms. Key-Wright received a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Magna Cum Laude, and a Master of Fine Arts, in Architecture from the University of New Mexico. She lived at times in Texas, New Mexico, California, and Arkansas, and leaves behind friends and family who will always treasure her memory. She will be remembered for her beauty, her bright smile, unique creativity, and lovely singing voice. Ms. Key-Wright's parents; and sister Margaret Chilton, preceded her in death. She is survived by her brother, David Key; and her children, daughter Nova Morrisette, daughter and son-in-law Kim and Anthony Archuleta and daughter and son-in-law Adrianna Morrisette and Shawn Henderson; as well as five grandchildren.
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LARSON -- Olga Marie Larson passed away October 12, 2008, age 81. Dearly loved mother of Paula M. and Paul L. Merideth. Highly regarded painter and sculptor. Beloved teacher and friend of many in the Birmingham, Michigan and Albuquerque, New Mexico arts communities. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital and the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center. Contact the family for memorial arrangements.
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LEAL -- Lily A. Leal, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away October 17, 2008. Mrs. Leal is survived by her seven daughters, Marie Aragon and Mary Lee, Roberta Lopez and Mike, Angie Perkins and Dan, Dorella Lopez and husband, Joe, Peggy Ann Padilla and husband, Randy, Sonia Leal Cabrera and husband, Jesus, Anjelica Leal and fiance, Will Tanner; brother, Floyd Garcia and wife, Angela; ten grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; her cousin, Roseanna Chavez and husband, Ernest; her best friend, Peggy; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Leal was preceded in death by her husband, Jesus Leal; and her parents, Luis and Pilar Garcia. Mrs. Leal was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 20, 2008 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her seven daughters. Honorary pallbearers will be Rey Caire, Daniel Perkins, Jesus Nieto, Ricky Garcia, Jacob Sedillo. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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LOVATO -- James Patrick Lovato, known to some as Pat, Coach Lovato and others as "PatRat", passed peacefully in his sleep at home, in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, in the early morning of the 8th of October, 2008. He was born in Raton, New Mexico on June 5th, 1964. He attended and graduated from Moriarty High School. He leaves many friends and family members behind who will miss him greatly. He has touched many lives throughout his own, and will be missed by each of the people who have met him. He spent the majority of his time volunteering at the local Senior Center with the Wednesday crew, and any and every local wrestling program. He loved the outdoors, where he spent the rest of his time hunting, fishing, and camping. He is survived by his wife Bernadette, daughter Valerie, son James, dogs Sammy, Rascal, and Jack, his father Val Lovato, wife Judy of Mountainair, his mother, Jane Lovato of Moriarty and his seven siblings, Judy Padilla, husband Jay Haycock, Kenny Lovato, Mike Lovato, wife Marilyn, Theresa Castellano, husband Jake, Liz Salazar, husband Anthony, Kathy Gallegos, husband Paul and Roberta Michel, husband Gustavo along with Godmother, Quiteria Luna, "Auntie Katie" of Albuquerque, Goddaughter, Felicia Salazar, stepsister Tami Romero, husband Leroy, stepbrothers Tommy Holyk, Joe Holyk and wife Lisa, many nieces, nephews, cousins, Uncles, and Aunts. In lieu of flowers the family wishes for donations to be made at Compass Bank, Acct. #2506817474. The Pat Lovato Memorial Fund will be used to establish a scholarship in his memory. Arrangements in Arizona have been made with Leitz-Fraze Funeral Home in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. A memorial is planned in New Mexico for October 25, 2008 at the East Mountain Assembly of God in Moriarty, 3106 US Route 66 W, (on Old Route 66) at 11:00 AM.
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LUCERO -- Gary R. Lucero, a resident of Albuquerque, born May 5, 1957, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2008 with his loving family at his side. A Memorial Service will be held at New Beginnings Church of God, 3601 Montgomery Blvd NE, 87109, on the corner of Montgomery and Carlisle, Monday, October 20, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with a reception following at his mother's home, 9324 Edith Blvd NE, ABQ. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, 87109. 343-8008
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LUCERO -- Melissa A. October 19, 1977 - December 27, 2007 Happy Birthday our Beautiful Angel. It has been almost nine months since you left us to be with our Lord Jesus Christ. After a courageous battle with cancer, we live everyday with a broken and lonely heart. We yearn to hug and kiss you again. You will always live in our hearts. Till we meet again. We love you forever. Mom and Dad
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MALOY -- Paula Elizabeth Longacre Maloy, 79, was born to Albert and Thelma Drake Longacre, a U.S. Forest Service family, in Hot Springs, AK, on Tuesday, March 26, 1929. She grew up in California. While attending UCLA, she was a cheerleader, played the trombone in the marching band, and graduated with a degree in Home Economics in 1950. Paula became a teacher and met and married Thomas C. Maloy, another teacher, in 1952. In l954, they responded to a newspaper ad for married couple-teachers. One month later, Tom and Paula moved with their baby daughter to the Territory of Alaska and taught school for the Alaska Native Service in the villages of Kipnuk and Chevak. When Paula was expecting, she had to leave the tiny villages for a larger town hundreds of miles away where a mid-wife could attend the births of three of her sons. Paula also served as a mid-wife in the villages for several years. Tom and Paula maintained a life-long connection with the Yupik Eskimo people of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta and the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1964. Paula was very active in Republican Politics and many other community activities in New Mexico. For many years, she, with her little daughter, Molly, made presentations about Alaska to many public school classes in Albuquerque. As noted in feature articles in the newspaper, they were well-known for appearing in their fur parkas. Paula said she became a Professional Adventurer which included sailing with the Merchant Marine, traveling from Seattle to Alaska through the Aleutian Chain, cooking on tug boats delivering supplies to the villages of the Kuskokwim River and parts of the Bering Sea. For 18 years, she wrote for and produced the Tundra Drums newspaper. For fun, she drove a taxi-cab for years in Bethel, AK. These were some of many other unusual occupations. Paula was a Life Member of the VFW Auxiliary Post 10041 Bethel Alaska. She was a past President of the Delta Zeta Alumnae. Paula is survived by her husband of 55 years, Tom and their six children, Molly Maloy, Gayle (Maloy) and husband, Jim Binkley, Mike and wife, Becky Maloy and their children, Robyn and Marshall, TJ and wife, Sheri Maloy and their children, Aaron and Shawn, Dion Pat and wife, Mary Beth Maloy and their children, Kelly, Katelyn, and Lindsey, Toby and wife, Liz Maloy and their children, Kristine, Megan and Summer. Her ashes will be scattered into the Kuskokwim River in Alaska so that she can "Go to Sea: and "See all the other places." French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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MOORE -- Curtis Lyle Moore, beloved son of Ione Jane Davis and Curtis Lafayette Moore, brother to William Davis Moore and Frances Moore Giles of Ft. Gaines, GA and Father of Michael Mitcham Moore, born of Sibyl and Curtis, grandparents of Mickey, John and Mary Moore and great-grandparents of Dylan and Braden. Also of Georgia are niece Elaine and nephew Jamie Giles, born to Mrs. Frances Moore Giles and Jim Giles of Ft. Gaines. Curtis Lyle was uncle Si to Ron William, Pat Curtis, Martha Jan Moore, and Gail Moore Manning, sons and daughters of his brother William Davis and JoAnn Curtis Moore of Tijeras Canyon. Si is grand uncle to Corinna and Mariah Williamson Moore, born of Sylvia Williamson and Ron; grandparents of Corrina's sons Cassius and Kenai Moore Hall of Santa Fe, Taos and Espanola. With grand nieces Michelle, Alia Spring and Gaia Manning born to Gail and Bob Manning of Tijeras and Albuquerque. All uncle Si's New Mexican Relations extend Most Affectionate Love and Respect for Helen Clark Moore and Aunt Tina Sanford whom are well at rest in peace. In spirit with consideration and regards to dear friends and extended family members in attendance to uncle Curtis Lyle's Passage; special thanks to Chris and Rush Dudley and families: Katie and Tom Price for Tender Love and Caretaking and Arelia and Mike Brenning's Good Neighborly Support. For especially these years in the wake of great aunt Tina's passage from Si's lifetime. We friends and family of Curtis Lyle Moore wish to express heartfelt appreciation and sincerest thanks to the doctors, nurses, techs and supporting staff of Veterans Hospital for attending uncle Si's entry through the emergency room and his departure from 4 D's hospice suite. As well worthy of note are the Veteran Administrators whom, at long last, afforded Master Sergeant C. L. Moore of the U. S. Air-Army Corps, his just recognition and recovery of full military honors and assist for the past seven years and last seven days of Si's valorous lifetime. For uncle Si served from before and during WWII as a Master Sergeant wing and tail gunner volunteer of the 1st Order of Bomber Escorts from bases in England; shot down, but not out of WWII. He kept on and went back up in the old Army Air Corps Fighting Fortresses, time and time again. For all in US, Si survived the historical first crash landing of the last and only one of thirteen lost volunteer Bomber Escort Crews who made it back to England. He survived to be shot down again. Si endured the Hell frozen long wintry march from Stalag XVII, as the allies advanced. He arrived after too many fell out and froze to death in the POW's forced march through a deep cold dark forest into Stalag XVII B in Austria. Where uncle Si among other survivors arrived on Christmas Eve, to endure and be liberated from whence he returned for a time. Yet he was born in spirit to be a protector and warrior among us. Uncle Si back up at em through the Korean Campaign. Onwards in to top secret Missions, for example he escorted President Harry Truman on time to relieve General MacArthur of duty. Onwards into post war covert op's (on and off military records) to his last known military posting, with a pass from Nellis AFB (nowadays Area 51) in Nevada, where for some as yet, and maybe never to be known reasoning, C. L. Moore had his memory erased. For what? We can only imagine. Uncle Si was electro shocked and cast out of service to fend for himself alone? Uncle Si arrived somehow to his Oasis family hillside as an unknown soldier and stranger to himself, with fragmented recollection to time served, with bits and pieces of falling's out from war all the time and busted family ties in relation to all that was past. As a Master Mechanic and Jack of seemingly all hands on trades, uncle Si began the 49 year process of rediscovery with skills and capabilities. Eventfully, he managed by ways and means to survive in an old 1950 bread truck on a high desert hillside with extended family support, in a seemingly estranged yet welcome way, he became uncle Si, the Candy Man in his remodeled bread van where he took to a talent for actually cooking up chocolate delights for a lot of toddling, long haired hippy kids and their parents with family assistance. He added on to his residence a room he built with a fireplace where he'd whip up enchiladas on occasions. It was room enough for uncle Si to entertain and set up easels for oil on canvas. From whence he found artistic means and ways of painting himself out from the 70's daze, eventually. As well into middle age and prone to especially cold feet through long deep snow bound wintry spells. He found a soul mate in great aunt Tina, whom needed help moving a mobile home onto a lot in a trailer park on downtown's edge of the city county line. He painted a sign for an address to hang on the fence he built and was greatly appreciated and welcomed by aunt Tina. Uncle Si had his own bedroom with indoor plumbing and heat with all the homesteading comforts and friendships with other outstanding characters, akin to Mr. Greenbaum, a refugee of Brooklyn and lower east side of Manhattan, whom would become a dear family friend, known and honored 'unto death' and beyonder by the kids of uncle Si and great aunt Tina's as "Grandfather David". Good years and gatherings we shared on the blue sky's mesa where the balloons took a launch and land in wide open space in relative peace and safety. On through the 80's and part in the 90's of a century ago, there was a sense of weller being and freedom before the developer sprawl of over built and too highly mortgaged security gated complexes cut Sandia Crest from view as the hi power lines and corpo national driven interest to greed fuel'd by fear and hate mongering pol's of principality's drove Si in to witnessin cultural wars all the time from top to bottom on a wide color tv screen from the CNN left to Fox networks right. As if surrounded and captured back into Stalag Xvii, as if all that was of the American dreams gone to hell without even a gondoliers safe landing or handbasket. So maybe uncle Si and all haven't won war all the time, yet. His human kindness and never ending trust in God and country with family and friends did attend our dearly beloved Curtis Lyle Moore through a long struggling few days and his last week in atonement to have won the peace and gone up as a beautiful balloon from Hospice, on Yom Kippour, Hasta La Siempre. Now, as uncle Si said it best before settling down gently to rest, "It's a Miracle"!? All are warmly welcome and invited to attend Curtis Lyle Moore's 89th birthday and Memorial Service at 9:15 am on Thursday, October 30, 2008 for his Military Honor Guard, 21 Gun Salute with Tap's and Old Glory's full flying colors, folded and presented by family and friends to his son, Michael Mitcham Moore of Georgia, from the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Thanks be to God in Jesus Name!!!! French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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NAUERT -- Austin George Nauert, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, Austin passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2008, in Olathe, Kansas at age 94. Services are pending, to be announced at a later date. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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PACHECO -- ELOY B. The family of Mr. Eloy B. Pacheco Sr., would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Deacon Santos Abeyta, Holy Family Catholic Church, presider of the Communion Service; to Gabriella Nieto for reciting the Rosary; to the pallbearers; and to all of the staff at Gabaldon Mortuary, for their kindness and understanding. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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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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PONCE -- DAVID The family of David Ponce 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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PRINCE -- Sally (Sarah) Joy Prince, 87, died peacefully from natural causes on October 14, 2008 in Salt Lake City, UT. She was born April 8, 1921 in Washington, D.C. to James B. Barton and Annie D. Barton and grew up in Santa Fe, NM. Married to Bradford H. Prince for 24 years (later divorced). She worked most of her career in Albuquerque as an executive secretary at Albuquerque National Bank. Sally is survived by her brothers Joseph Barton and wife Mary, Willard Barton and wife Gene, of Salt Lake City; and her children Bart Prince of Albuquerque, Bill Prince and wife Julie, Anne Radcliffe and husband Mike, Jim Prince and wife Saskia all of Salt Lake City; 14 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents; brother James Barton; and sister Louise Erickson. Funeral Services were held Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 12 noon at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT. Interment at Salt Lake City Cemetery.
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REDDY -- James J. Reddy, 76, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008 after a long battle with cancer. James was born January 23, 1932 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a retired carpenter and moved to Rio Rancho in 1983. James was a loving husband to Catherine "Kitty" Reddy for 53 years. He was a caring father and admired by all his children. He is survived by his loving wife, Kitty; children, Kathleen Guth and husband Ken, James J. Reddy, and wife Kathy, Patricia Lizzi and husband Gary, and Matthew J. Reddy and wife Tanya McBride; seven grandchildren, Anthony J. Stanganelli, Michaelangelo M. Lizzi, James P. Reddy, Sarah A. Reddy, James P. Lizzi, Andrea A. Reddy, and Brenden J. Reddy. James was greatly loved, adored, and respected by all his family. May he rest in peace. The Visitation will be held on Monday, October 20, 2008 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho. Entombment will follow in the Floral Garden Mausoleum in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 (505) 892-9920
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REINI -- Julia Reini, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. A Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Blvd. NE. Funeral services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188 Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com
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RHOTON -- Elmer Earl (Elmo) Rhoton, 69, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly while sleeping in his home on Thursday, October 16, 2008. He was born March 16, 1939, in Hamlin, TX to Marvin and Martha Rhoton, who preceded him in death. Elmo was a devoted husband to his loving wife, Maurine, for over 48 years. He was a loving father and is survived by Pamela Agans and husband, Mark and Tamela Rhoton. His granddaughter, Lexi Grace Agans, was his pride and joy. He is also survived by his brother, JR Rhoton and wife, Nona; aunt, Maurine Rhoton; sister-in-law, Marcia Duggan; and nephews and nieces, Joe Rhoton and wife Rosiland, Rene Swan and husband Mike, Terry Hahn and wife Tammie, Jerry Hahn and wife Cindy, Todd Hahn and wife Angel, and numerous cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews. Elmo was a veteran and proudly served in the U.S. Army. He was a successful commercial realtor for 30 years. The Albuquerque real estate community will remember Elmo for his integrity, loyalty and straight-forward approach to his chosen profession. He had a passion for golf, traveling, and loved photographing autumn trees in Colorado. He had a great sense of humor and an enthusiastic attitude which radiated through his many friendships. He was truly a one-of-a-kind character loved by everyone. Family will receive friends in their home, Sunday afternoon, October 19, 2008. Services will be held Monday, October 20, 2008, at 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Friends are invited to join the family in a celebration of Elmo's life at the Puma residence, 11601 Wilshire NE, immediately following the service. Cremation has taken place and Elmo's final resting place will be his beloved mountains of Colorado. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the All Faith's Receiving Home, 1709 Moon NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112 or to the Sun Country Amateur Golf Association Scholarship Fund, 1440 Rio Rancho Blvd., Rio Rancho, NM 87124, (800)346-5319. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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ROMERO -- Mary S. Romero was born May 3, 1922 in Raton, NM and passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM. She will be remembered for her kindness, love of others, her sweetness, and her grace. She is preceded in death by her son, Robert R. Romero. She is survived by her children, Paul Romero, Jr. of Oxnard, CA; Jeannette Thomson of Neptune Beach, FL; Christina Suazo and husband, Jose, of Denver, CO, and John Chavez of Oxnard, CA; 13 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank her granddaughter, Stephanie Sigala for all of her unselfish, loving care given to her beloved Grandma and her granddaughter, Shelly Romero for all of her loving help. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel of Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, 87109 on Monday, October 20, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, 87109. 343-8008.
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ROSS -- Mary Griffin Ross June 10, 1924 - October 16, 2008 Mary Griffin Ross, 84, of Waco, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family at St. Catherine's Center. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 20, 2008 at the OakCrest Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services will follow at Waco Memorial Park. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Blvd. A memorial video will be shown during the visitation. Mary was born June 10, 1924 in Lott to John Calvin Griffin and Augusta Parcus Griffin. She wasn't able to finish school in order to support and care for her siblings, but proudly worked for and received her G.E.D. at the age of 53 along with her dear friend of 50 years, Dollie Stanford. She married John L. Ross on August 2, 1946 in Marlin. Mary was a homemaker and always put family first. She loved flowers and watching and feeding the birds in her backyard. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 54 years, John L. Ross who passed away, February 23, 2001; brothers, Grady, Alton, William, James and Charles Griffin; infant sister, Marie Griffin; sisters, Dovey C. Russell and Ava Lou Self; and granddaughter, Sherry Waters. Mary is survived by her daughters, Linda Eggerman and husband, Richard of Stillwater, OK and Brenda Taylor and husband, David of Waco; brother, Gordon Griffin and wife, Sammye of Blooming Grove, TX; grandsons, David Eggerman of Stillwater and Tim Eggerman and wife, Tammy of Tucson; granddaughters, Khaki Dobbs and husband, Kevin of Waco, Kristen Ewing and husband, Garrett of Houston; great-granddaughters, Xanthe Williams and husband, Brandon of Duncan, OK, Ashley Eggerman and Kelsey Eggerman both of Tucson, and Navey Dobbs of Waco; great-grandsons, Seth Owens of Stillwater and great-grandson, Baby Ewing due in December 2008; numerous nieces and nephews; and dear friend of over 50 years, Dollie Stanford. Memorial may be made to Methodist Children's Home, 1111 Herring , Waco, TX 76708.
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SALAZAR -- Louisa A. Salazar "Tia Louisa", was born in Cuba, New Mexico March 26, 1915. She passed away Friday, October 17, 2008 in Albuquerque. Louisa will be remembered for her nurturing, always helping her family members, sharing her home, her meals and her love for all of her family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Santiago Salazar and she is survived by her two daughters, Leola Madrid of Tucson, AZ., Mary Helen Salazar and husband Lee Sanchez of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Maxine Martinez of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 12 great great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; one great great great grandson; many nieces, and nephews she loved as her own children; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Therese Catholic Church, 4th and Mildred NW. in Albuquerque on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at 10:00am. Burial will follow at the Cuba Cemetery in Cuba, NM. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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SANCHEZ -- Gabriel "Gabe" V. Sanchez, 70, resident of Albuquerque, went home to the Lord on Thursday, October 16, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents Ernesto and Carlota Vigil. He is survived by his brothers Ernie and Melba Vigil, Dan and Donna Vigil, and Abie and Antionette Vigil; his sisters Selina and Rosendo Lujan, Carol and Carmel Chavez, and Onila and Maranio Garcia; and many nephews and nieces. Gabe served his country in the Marine Corps. He retired from Sandia Labs and was a woodworker. Rosary will be recited Sunday, October 19, 2008, 6:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2008, 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Torreon, NM with Fr. Virgil Furfaro, celebrant. Burial will follow at Torreon Cemetery. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SANCHEZ -- Helen Gurule Sanchez, 93, a lifelong resident of the Albuquerque and Placitas communities, died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Nick Sanchez; her parents, Nicolas and Evelina Gurule; and her son, Anthony Gene Sanchez. Mrs. Sanchez is survived by her children, William Sanchez, Alyce Chavez and husband, Abel, Amelia Costales and husband, Ernest, Lillie Mae Radtke and husband, Richard, Lorraine Sanchez, Robert Sanchez and wife, Erma, and Daniel Sanchez and wife, Bunny. Helen also leaves behind 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; numerous other family members and friends. She was a faithful member of the Second United Presbyterian Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir for many years. Memorial services will be Tuesday, October 28, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at the Second United Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith NE with Rev. Jaime Quinones and Rev. Rudolfo Barrera officiating. Cremation has taken place and a private burial service will be held at the San Antonio de Las Huertas Presbyterian Cemetery in Placitas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Second United Presbyterian Church Choir Fund, 812 Edith NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SANCHEZ -- Nestora "Tova" Sanchez We wish to thank our relatives and friends for their kindness, love, support, food, flowers and donations during this difficult time. We appreciate and thank each and every one of you. Special thanks to Dicky at Romero Funeral Home, you were so patient and helpful. To our beautiful family musicians, you sang all your Auntie Tova's favorites. Primo Deacon Robert Vigil for your touching Homily and Hospice for the care and dignity you provided our Mother. God Bless all of you.
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SPEYRER -- Cleo Catherine Speyrer, age 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1968, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. She is survived by children, Linda Haas and husband Dennis from Albuquerque, and Patricia Graves and husband Thomas from Los Alamos NM; grandchildren, Matthew Haas, Adam Graves and wife Joseline, Jana Haas, Melissa Graves, and Benjamin Graves; and beloved cat, Hope. Catherine was preceded in death by son Michael Speyrer; and husband Emile Speyrer. Catherine was involved in Our Lady of Annunciation Women's Guild, Casa Angelica Auxiliary, Alliance for the Mentally Ill, and Extraordinary Ministry of Holy Communion at Our Lady of Annunciation. Catherine was a gifted, caring, outgoing, and very strong woman. She was a true survivor who was able to persevere and stay positive no matter what life threw at her. Her spirit touched everyone who was fortunate enough to know her. She is very loved by her relatives and friends and well be extremely missed. Rosary will be recited at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October, 19, 2008 at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Monday, October, 20, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Annunciation Church, Claremont and Vermont Streets, with Fr. Joseph Kanavallil presiding. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven cemetery. A reception will be held at Our Lady of the Annunciation in St. Magdalene Hall after interment. Pallbearers will be Dennis Haas, Thomas Graves, Matthew Haas, Adam Graves, Jana Haas, Melissa Graves, and Benjamin Graves. Friends may visit French Mortuary, at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October, 19, 2008. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia Street SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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STEPHENSON -- Lucretia "Lou" Alice Stephenson was born January 31, 1931. She passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2008. Lou was preceded in death by her husband, John and sister, Sireta "Sue". Lou is survived by her sisters, Wanita Springer (David) and Mary Stover (Paul); her brother, Willis Gray (step); children, Barry (Sharon), Tad (Sue), David (Kimberly), Jeff (fiance Lori) Robin and Laurie. Lou is also survived by her grandchildren and their families, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, many friends and caregivers who loved and will miss her. Her long-time four footed companion, Thomas, was cremated and with Lou's ashes, they will go home to Maine's seashore. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Animal Humane Association at 615 Virginia S.E., Albuquerque, NM 87108. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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TANG -- Boxiong Tang was born February 14, 1933 and passed away October 14, 2008. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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VALLEZ -- LEROY In Loving Memory of Leroy Vallez If love would have kept you alive, you would have lived forever. We all miss your smile, your laugh, your friendship, and everything about you that made you, you. May your relationship with the Lord be an inspiration to all that knew you, for you were truly a man of God. Love, Clorinda Vallez, Sandra, Paul, Frankie, James, and your hiking partner, Mike. See you at the top Pops!
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WALTERS -- VIOLA The family of Viola Walters 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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WHITE -- John Kemmerle "Kemmer" White, 77, passed away suddenly at his home on, Thursday, October 16, 2008. He is preceded in death by his father, George "Blanco" White; mother, Clotilda; and brothers, George W. White and Joel B. White. John is survived by his wife, Helena K.; daughter, Frances Tibbetts and husband, David; sons, John K. White, Jr., Fred A. White, Patrick M. White and wife, Sylvia; a step-daughter and sister-in-law, Mary T. Kellovich; sisters, Ann Stockdill and husband, John and Melinda Itoh and husband, William; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, all of who loved him so much and will miss him dearly. He was in the Navy and was a Korean War veteran. John loved attending reunions with his Navy buddies. After serving in the Navy, he attended and graduated from the University of New Mexico. He went to work at Albuquerque National Bank which became Sunwest Bank. He retired after 32 years as Senior Executive Vice President in charge of the loan divisions. John was a member of the Lions Club, and also an active member of the Lobo Club. After retirement, he raised Arabian horses. He was a real animal lover. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at San Clemente Catholic Church, 244 Luna St., Los Lunas, NM, Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, October 22, 2008 also at San Clemente Church in Los Lunas, at 10:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be John K. White, Jr., Patrick M. White, Greg B. White, David E. Tibbetts, Luis A. Gamboa, David Ortega and Paul Ortega. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Peter Adang, Pete Ettinger, Bob Bowers, John Calcott, Joseph H. White and Michael P. White. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to San Clemente Catholic Church, Building Fund, P. O. Box 147, Los Lunas, NM 87031. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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WRINKLE -- Elisabeth Wrinkle, 82, passed away on October 16, 2008. 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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