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ARMIJO -- Joseph Manuel Armijo was born October 28, 1957 and passed away November 12, 2008. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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BLOCK -- Sherry Logan Block February 26, 1927 - July 13, 2006 My sweetheart darling, Sherry Happy Thanksgiving 57 years ago was the first Thanksgiving I was with you and November 2005 was the last Thanksgiving you were with me. For 55 years, we shared the kind of love that most people just dream of. I thank the Lord for sharing you with me for 55 years. I thank your parents for letting you become engaged at 15 and married at 16. I love you and miss you with all my heart. Your heartbroken husband, T.J.
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CANDELARIA -- Joseph J. Candelaria, born September 10, 1935 died November 23, 2008 at Princeton Place Nursing Home where he received exceptional care during his last years. James graduated from Albuquerque High in 1954, served in the US Navy until 1956 when he received an honorable discharge. He lived in San Bernardino, CA until his return to Albuquerque in 1989. His passion for music drove him to become a dance instructor at Arthur Murray Dance Studios in both California and New Mexico. James' love to help others gave him the compassion and patience to volunteer over 10,000 hours in the years he dedicated to the VA Hospital. During this time he made countless friends through his overwhelming sense of humor. James was preceded in death by his father, Jose Ignacio; mother, Rosa; sisters, Sefora and Dominica; and brothers, Alberto, Trancito (Jerry), Juan (Johnny), and Ramon. James is survived by his son, Michael, 27; sister, Ella Montoya, 91; brother, Tom, 77, and wife, Rosie; brother, Joe A., 75; brother, Eloy (Blackie) 72, and wife, Terri; sister-in-law, Mary; several nieces and nephews; several great nieces and nephews; and many wonderful friends. Burial will take place on Friday, November 28, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124 www.salazarandsons.com
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CHAVEZ -- Joseph J. Chavez died Monday, November 24, 2008, in Albuquerque at the age of 28. Joseph is survived by his mother, Josephine Chavez; stepfather, Lawrence Michelback; father, Charles Chavez; great-grandmother, Emilia Chavez; sisters, Erica Michelback, Alisha Michelback and fiance, Rodger Mathes; and Chantel Chavez; brother, Steven Chavez; grandmother, Priscilla Palacio; grandfather, Frank Martinez; and many uncles, aunts, cousins, and lots of friends. Services will be held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd, NW, on Saturday, November 29, 2008. A Rosary will be recited at 8:15 a.m. and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. A Committal Service will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith, NE. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, 87107. 343-8008.
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CHAVEZ -- Leandro and Edith Chavez. In Memory Of Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Birthday Mom Having lost you both only months apart and right before your 70th Birthday has been so heartbreaking. As I wipe away my tears I realize how much I have to be thankful for. I have my kind family that I love so very much and for all the years I had with you both. My mom was the stongest most beautiful woman with the biggest heart in the world! I love you mom, and yes I have my sweater on. My dad was the hardest working most handsome man and was also the strongest man in the world. I love you dad and don't worry, your little girl will be ok, I promise. I will forever be grateful to you both for all that you have done for me. I love you and miss you both so very much. Bye Mom. Bye Dad. From your loving daughter Nancy Marie Chavez
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CORDOVA -- Socorro Villalobos Cordova was born March 22, 1950 and passed away November 22, 2008. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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CRIGLER -- Randolph Tucker Crigler, age 70, after a long illness died Sunday November 23, 2008 with his family at his bedside. Born in Newark, NJ to Henry Randolph and Virginia Britton Crigler. He grew up in East Orange, then Summit, NJ where he graduated with the class of 1956 from Summit High School. He attended Randolph Macon College in Virginia. He returned to Summit to serve in the Summit Police Dept for ten years, then moved to Grants, NM. Some may remember he founded the Der Krigler Deli on Roosevelt in Grants. He gave 23 years of loyal and distinguished service as a Correctional Officer for the State of New Mexico. Surviving Randy are his loving wife, Maria Crigler; and his beloved children, Susan Wright, Filomina Leathers of Albuquerque. Suzanne, Rob, Dan, Steve, Jennifer and Melanie on the East Coast. Also at his bedside were his loving sister Mary Crigler Heaton; and brother Doctor William Henry Crigler. Your "Million Dollar"smile that expressed the kind, giving heart of the man we knew and loved will be remembered forever. Husband, father, grandfather and brother you will be missed and kept in our hearts forever.
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CROWDER -- George Crowder, 81, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Patricia; two daughters, Diane Bogle and her husband, Joe and their children, Tracy and Matt, and Nancy Crowder and her children, Billy Gregory and wife, Heather, Melissa Lopez and husband Ligo, Bradley Gregory and Mariah Garcia; great grandchildren, Anthony and Zane Gregory and Sol and Luna Lopez; brother, Patrick Crowder and wife, Ann; sister, Annsalee Covington and husband, W.A. and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, George F. and Mylie Eula Crowder; and his sister, Frona McKnight. George was a devoted family man who very much loved the Lord. He, his wife and their dog, Curly spent most of their time on the road in their motor home enjoying the country. George was the founder of GC Video Inc. in Albuquerque. He was very proud to have served his country as a Merchant Marine, in the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy. Funeral Services will be held Friday, November 28, 2008, 1:00 p.m at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. location, with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Should friends and family desire donations may be made in the name of George Crowder to Joy Junction 4500 2nd St SW Albuquerque, NM 87105 (505) 877-6967. Please visit our online guestbook for George at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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FLORES -- Douglas Dean Flores, 41, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, born April 23, 1967 went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Sunday, November 23, 2008. Douglas had a compassionate heart for people which made him a stranger to no one. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Juve and Rachel Flores, Nash and Monica Tafoya, Gertrude Ostlie; uncle Steve Tafoya; cousins, Bob and Pete Tafoya. Douglas is survived by his daughter, Falisha Flores and son Nathan Flores; his father Rene (Dorothy) Flores and mother Judy (Jim) Ostlie; his siblings Kendall (Anthony) Romero, Ricardo Flores, Amber (Marcos) Flores-Zurita and Rene (Amy) Flores, Jr.; nephews, Phillip Romero and Ayden Flores; nieces, Rachell Romero, and Raeallen Kay Flores in addition to numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. Douglas is also survived by his special friends, Andrew and Debbie Ferrell and family and Jose Ciniceros and family. Douglas was loved by all who knew him and will be sadly missed by family and friends. GO DENVER BRONCOS! Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 10 a.m. at Paradise Hills United Methodist Church with Pastor Dave Snyman officiating. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-884-1188
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GIRON -- Anselmo (Curly) M. Giron, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 23, 2008. Mr. Giron is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Cora Giron; children, Gene Giron and wife, Sofie, Maria Giron, Yvonne Harrel and husband, David, and Jerome Giron; sister, Neph Carrillo; nine grandchildren, Kim, Eric, Jesse, Adam, Jude, Dana, Scotty, Chris and Brian; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and many other extended family members. Mr. Giron was preceded in death by his daughter, Isabel; and sister, Marie Martinez. Mr. Giron was a member of the Catholic Church; Veteran of the U.S. Army, Marines and the National Guard. Visitaiton will be Wednesday, November 26, 2008 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gene Giron. Final Visitation will be Friday, November 28, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at San Juan Catholic Church, Veguita, NM, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow to Veguita Cemetery, Veguita, NM. Pallbearers will be Eric Giron, Adam Giron, Scotty Giron, Jude Giron, Isaac Giron, and Eddie Vallez. Honorary pallbearers will be Ronnie Carrillo, Kevin Carrillo, Gene Carrillo, Rodney Martinez, Marcus Barreras, and Gabriel Martinez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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GONZALES -- Josephine Gonzales, was born February 15, 1925 and passed away November 26, 2008. A Viewing will take place on Saturday, November 29, 2008 beginning at 8:00 a.m. at Holy Family Church. A Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m., followed by a Mass at 9:30 a.m.. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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HAMMER -- Edith Oliver Hammer, 82, a lifelong resident of New Mexico passed away Wedndesday, November 26, 2008 at her daughter's home in Soddy-Daisy, TN surrounded by her family. Edith was born January 30, 1926 in Mosquero, NM on the 2nd floor of the hotel to Clyde and Florence (McGuire) Oliver. Edith married Donald S. Hammer in Raton, NM on July 15, 1941 and had been married 65 years when Don passed away April 24, 2007. Edith liked and took a genuine interest in people and was a good friend to many. She was very proud to be a part of the McGuire family and cherished her cousins. Edith is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Donna and Dale Durnell of Cordell, Oklahoma and Sammy and Bill Kingston of Soddy-Daisy, TN; five grandchildren, Bryan Durnell, Matthew Kingston, Chestena Whittington, Gary Kingston and Andrew Kingston; six great-grandchildren; a special niece Tommie Jo Deaton and nephew Billy Hammer. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Edith was preceded in death by her parents, husband and best friend, Don; sister and brother-in-law, Betty Jo and Tommy McCorkle. A Memorial Service will be held later in Albuquerque, New Mexico with interment in Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Legacy Funeral Home. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Hospice of Chattanooga and Sol Amor Hospice of Albuquerque. Arrangements are by Legacy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 8911 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy-Daisy, TN. We invite you to share your thoughts and memories with the family at www.legacyfuneralhome.com. 24 hour obituary line 843-5055
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JARAMILLO -- Eddie T. Jaramillo A thousand words cannot Bring You back I know because I've tried. A thousand tears cannot bring you back I know because I've cried. Missing you on this Thanksgiving. And always! your Girls.
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KAYLOR -- Wilma Kaylor, age 81, a resident of the Mid Valley Air Park in Los Lunas, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Mrs. Kaylor loved to travel with her husband by private aircraft. She loved sports and driving and was also an avid reader. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Surviving her are her husband, Marv Kaylor of Los Lunas; children, Robert Kaylor and his wife, Ann of Wilmer, AL, P.J. Kaylor and her husband, Dennis of Laguna Beach, CA, Susan Kaylor of Redlands, CA and Allen Kaylor and his wife, Paula of Laguna, NM; sister, Jewel Hoffman of Pasadena, CA; five grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 11:00 a.m., in the chapel of Riverside Funeral Home of Belen, 418 W. Reinken Ave., with the Rev. Steve Blackstock officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17 Chicago, Ill. 60601-7633. An online guest register is available at www.riversideofbelen.com
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KRASSNITZER -- Albin Krassnitzer, age 79, a resident of Peralta, NM, went to eternal rest on Monday, November 24, 2008. He was born in Fieldkirchen, Austria and immigrated to the United States in 1959. Albin was the son of the late Lorenz and Katherine Krassnitzer, of Feldkirchen, Karten, Austria. Albin owned and operated Santa Dairy for 25 years. Milking cows and farming was a thing he really enjoyed doing. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Krassnitzer, in 2005; brother, France; mother-in- law, Hermina Vriesekoop; and father-in-law, Dim Vriesekoop. Albin is survived by his son, Lorenz Krassnitzer, II of Peralta; daughter, Heidi Clark and husband, Brian of Queen Creek, AZ; three grandchildren Cody, Justin and Clayton of Queen Creek, AZ; two brothers, Max and Eric and their wives; three sisters, Edith, Erika and Ida and their husbands of Austria; brothers-in-law, Dick Vriesekoop, of Tollenson, AZ and Leo Vriesekoop and wife, Sue of Parks, AZ; and sister- in- law, Jackie Vriesekoop, of Sedona, AZ. Albin also had many nieces and friends. A visitation will be held at the Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, in Valencia, NM, on Friday, November 28, at 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:30 p.m. A final visitation will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, in Peralta, on Saturday, November 29, at 12:30 p.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at the Valencia Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clayton, Justin and Cody Clark, Edward and Stephen Otero and Daniel Vigil. Honorary pallbearers will be Ed and Joe Otero Solomon Garcia, Jose Yguado and Paul Aragon, Jr. Sign Albin's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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LAWSON -- Elva Velez-Lawson, 53, a resident of Albuquerque for 28 years, passed away Monday, November 24, 2008. She was born to Angel and Luz Velez on November 3, 1955 in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Elva is survived by her husband Robert "Roscoe" Lawson; sons Michael Lawson and wife Samantha and Nicholas Lawson; step-son Robert Lawson Jr.; step-daughter Mechelle Lawson-Gaymon and husband Wayne; grandchildren, Sam, Michael, Jordan, Alana and Brianna; sister Lucy Velez-Barany and husband Steve; brother Miguel Velez and wife Phyllis, Rafael Velez, Luis Velez and wife Teri and Nelson Velez and wife Vicki; and numerous nephews and nieces. She dedicated 26 years of service to the City of Albuquerque. Services will be held Saturday, November 29, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Ryan Anderson, Sam Park, Corey Chavez, T.J. Montoya, Terence Brown, Greyson Wiezcorek, Felix Mancha, and Ian Gutierrez. A reception will follow at North Valley Senior Center, 3825 4th St. NW. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Friday, November 28, 2008, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Elva at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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LOGAN -- Cardarrius Dee Logan. On Tuesday, August 26, 1986 Cardarrius Dee Logan came to dwell among us. On Thursday, November 20, 2008 he went home to be with Jesus. Cardarrius leaves behind his mother, Tina Logan; two sisters, La'Shima Logan and Crystal Brown; one brother, Tristan; one aunt, Stacy Calhoun; three uncles, Anthony Logan, Timothy Logan and Robert Washington; two nieces; one nephew; and many cousins. Please visit our online guestbook for Cardarrius at RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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MOLINA -- JOEY E. June 10, 1965 - July 28, 2007 Happy Thanksgiving, Joey. We love and miss you! Mom and Dad
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SAIZ -- Petrita If roses grow in heaven Lord, please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my mom's arms and tell her they're from me. Tell her I love her and miss her, and when she turns to smile place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while Because remembering her is easy I do it every day, but there's an ache within my heart that will never go away. Mom, I miss you so much, but I know you are in a better place with no more pain and suffering. May God hold you near and his angels watch over all you have left behind. Love Your Daughter, Darlene
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SCOGIN -- TWAUNA April 27, 1922 - November 22, 2008 Our beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully after a brief illness. Twauna leaves behind her loving brother Jerry; and daughters Carolyn Davis, Marilyn and Dennis Torres, Rhonda and Jim Hardy, Mickie and Lionel Campos and Martha and Lloyd Alcon. Also surviving are her nephew Don Thompson and family; ten grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She lived in Aztec, NM most of her life moving to Quemado, NM in the 1980's. Her loving way of giving to others from her heart will always be remembered and her spirit will forever live within all who so dearly loved her. A Memorial Service was held on Monday, November 24, 2008 in Quemado, NM.
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SIMS -- Paul R. Sims passed away early Tuesday morning, November 25, 2008 in his home. He suffered a long time illness. Paul was born in Sulphur Springs, TX, on January 1, 1924. Paul was one of three brothers, born to John Henry and Lela Patrick Sims. Paul was the last surviving brother. His first wife, Orene Sims, passed away in 1987. Paul was a WWII Veteran, proudly serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He moved to Albuquerque, with his family, in 1956. In 1997 he retired from Henderson Construction, where he ran the sheet metal division. He is survived by his children, Judy Sims, Darrell Sims and Sandra Phillips; who gave him six grandchildren; and 11 great grand-children and his wife, of 20 years,Delia Trujillo Sims whom he married in 1988. His step-children, Stephanie Martin and her husband Gary, Chris Lopez and his wife Marteen, Claudia Chapman and Paul Lopez, along with six step-grandchildren. He was much loved and will be missed by many. Visitation will be on Sunday, November 30, 2008 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 1, 2008 at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Paul at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SMITH -- Colette L. Smith, 71, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1988, passed away on November 22, 2008. She is survived by her son, Michael R. Smith and wife, Monica; mother, Cecile Bourque; granddaughter, Michelle Godfrey and husband, Jonathan; and grandson, Michael S. Smith, all of Rio Rancho. Colette was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Charles R. Smith in 2007. She was born in Magog, Quebec, Canada the daughter of Robert and Cecile Bourque. The family moved in 1947 to the United States and in 1959 she married the love of her life, Charles. Along with her husband, they were longtime local entrepreneurs. They were very involved in local charities and St. Thomas Aquinas Parish. Visitation for Colette will be Friday, November 28, 2008, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Chapel, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, November 29, 2008, 1:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho. Entombment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho. Those that wish to do so may send condolences to the family at www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. SE Rio Rancho, NM 505-892-9920
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VENAGLIA -- Catherine (Kay) Loving Memory for Catherine (Kay) Venaglia November 27, 1990 I am home in Heaven, dear ones; Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty In this everlasting light. And He came Himself to meet me In that way so hard to tread; And with Jesus' arm to lean on, could I have one doubt or dread? There is work still waiting for you, So you must not idly stand: Do it now, while life remaineth- You shall rest in Jesus' land. When that work is all completed, He will gently call you Home; Oh, the rapture of that meeting, Oh, the joy to see you come! Happy Thanksgiving. We Love and Miss You Your Husband, Roy, and Your Family
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WEIR -- Ella Weir, age 101, a resident of Albuquerque since 1988, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2008. She was born to James and Ida Key in Uniontown, AL on June 14, 1907. Ella has been a member of Grace Temple Missionary Baptist Church since 1989. She was the Church Mother and member of the Missionary Society. Services will be held Friday, November 28, 2008, at 10:30 a.m., at Grace Temple Missionary Baptist Church, 339 Pennsylvania Street NE. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit one hour prior to the Service at Grace Temple Missionary Baptist Church. Please visit our online guestbook for Ella at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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