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ABEYTA -- Arcelia Abeyta, age 95, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2008 in Santa Rosa. Arcelia was born July 3, 1913 in Puerto De Luna, NM to the home of Cipriano and Paublita Montoya Flores. She married Lucio Abeyta in December of 1938. Arcelia was a member of St. Rose of Lima Parish. She loved sewing and cooking. She is preceded in death by her parents, her son; Jose Lucio "Chio" Abeyta, brothers and sister; Benny Flores, Victor Flores, Honorato Flores, Alberto Flores and Beatrice Salazar. Survivors include her daughters; Margie Abeyta, Josie Pacheco and husband Orlando, Frances Lopez, Helen Abeyta, Mary Rose Abeyta and her son; Herman Abeyta all of Santa Rosa, her brother; Filomeno Flores and wife Erlinda of Puerto De Luna, 12 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends. Rosary Services will be held on Friday, December 5, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. from Nuestra Senora de Refugio Church in Puerto De Luna Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 11:00 a.m., also from Nuestra Senora de Refugio Church with Father Nick Nichols officiating. Burial will follow at Nuestra Senora de Refugio Cemetery in Puerto De Luna. Serving as Pallbearers will be Shawn Lopez, Isaac Abeyta, Raul Lopez, Jonathan Garcia, Julian Velasquez, Paul Pacheco, Joseph Esquibel, Gabriel Esquibel, Ben Rael and Ricky Flores. Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be Filomeno Flores and all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home of Santa Rosa. For online condolences log on to www.chavezfuneralhome.com
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BACA -- Roland Baca was born December 28, 1935 in Pena Blanca. He passed away Sunday, November 23, 2008 in Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sigfredo Baca Sr. and Fulgencia Baca; his brothers Danny Baca and Ted Baca. Roland is survived by his four sisters, Loyda Pogorelic, Sylvia Aguilar, Mary Garcia, and Eileen Gallegoes; three brothers Sigfredo Baca Jr., Herman Baca and Frank Baca. Memorial Mass will be at 11 o'clock at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Pena Blanca Saturday, December 6, 2008. The family would like to thank the Pace Program and all that were involved in his care.
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BINGHAM -- Riley B. Bingham, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1985, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. He is survived by his children, Debra Freeman and husband Barron of Albuquerque, Sandra Morgan of North Carolina, and Bill Hamilton and wife Denise of Arizona; grandchildren, Derek Freeman, Terri Rinna, Lori Plotz, Nicki Reed, Randy, Ron and Ross Vitales, Jason Hamilton, Michelle Jobe and Janet Keville; 17 great-grandchildren; and many, many friends. Riley was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Bingham in 1983; son, Richard Hamilton in 2003; and his parents, Thomas Lorenzo and Lavina Munson Bingham. He was born on September 29, 1917 in Huntsville, UT and graduated from high school in Ogden, UT. He attended and graduated with his degree in Physical Education from Utah State in Logan, UT. Riley served proudly in the United States Navy during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He worked as a physical therapist in the United States Public Health Service from 1956 to his retirement, retiring as a Captain. Riley was active with The Meadows Mobile Home Park for over 15 years, serving on their board and organizing sports activities for the residents. He also enjoyed playing golf, traveling, and coaching his grandson's baseball team. Riley was a loving father, grandfather and friend to many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service and Reception will be held at The Meadows Community Center, 7112 Pan American Freeway NE, Saturday, December 6, 2008 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Home, 7100 Carriage NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 where Riley lived for several years. Please visit our online Guestbook for Riley at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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BROWN -- Louis Brown, 80, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2008. He is survived by daughters, Barbara Archuleta of Colorado Springs, CO, Linda Flowers of Los Lunas; son, Rick Brown of San Diego, CA; step-son, Donnie Bradley of Albuquerque; Eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandson; two sisters and one brother. Louis was born in Dixon, NM on Thursday, March 22, 1928 to the late Maria Antonia (Barela) Martinez and Louis Brown, Sr. He served his country proudly during WWII in the US Army. Louis had worked for Safeway for over 20 years before retiring. After retirement, he lived for his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved deeply. Services will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at French Mortuary-University Chapel, 1111 University Blvd NE., at 9:00 a.m. Interment will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, December 8, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Louis at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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CAPEL -- Alice H. Capel ( Patterson), a beloved woman, died peacefully in Auburn, California on November 28, 2008 at age 92. She was preceded in death by her husband George. She is survived by her four children: DeLois Bogart of Redding CA, Georgia Schurtz of Bay City TX, Jim (& Jean) of Sacramento, John (& Cass) of Auburn CA; her sister Jackie Costanza and brother Lindy Patterson both of Belen; 10 grandchilden; 11 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; many nieces & nephews. Services will be held on December 5, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Home, 1100 Coal Av. SE, Abq.
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DESPAIN -- Robert (Bobby) J. DeSpain, 56, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2008 after a brave battle with cancer. Bobby is survived by his loving life partner Trish Schwarz and son Ryan Dark; mother Hilda DeSpain; sister Jackie Hubbard, brother Jerry DeSpain; Bobby's son Jessie; and many lifelong friends. Services will be held Friday, December 5, 2008, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University/Lomas location. Celebration of life to follow.
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DIREEN -- Thomas C. Direen, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, died Tuesday, December 2, 2008. He is survived by his three children, Michael Direen of Elephant Butte, NM, Karen Ambrose of Phoenix, AZ and Alan Direen and wife, Beth of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Kimberly Ambrose, Shawn Ambrose, Robin Direen and Ryan Direen; four great-grandchildren, Reignen, Kai, and Breezy Page, and Toren Ambrose; and numerous other relatives and friends. Tom was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Edna in January 2006; and son, Keven Direen in April 1968. He was born on September 6, 1927 in Rochester, NY. He proudly worked for Mountain Bell for 32 years, retiring in 1983. Tom enjoyed traveling, golf, and was a jazz enthusiast. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Tom was a friend to all and will be deeply missed by those who knew him. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. on Saturday, December 6, 2008, 1:00 p.m. Interment will be Monday, December 8, 2008, 11:30 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson's Disease Foundation, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 96268, Washington, DC 20090-6268, or Stem-Cell Research Foundation, 22512 Gateway Center Drive, Clarksburg, MD 20871. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to Hospice of New Mexico to Mary Lou, Rose, and Marsha. Please visit our online guestbook for Thomas at RememberTheirStory.com French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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ELSTON -- Betty Stephens Elston, 84, passed away on December 2, 2008. Betty was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma. She was a homemaker, and artist and worked in the ministry. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack. Survivors include her sister Billie Higgins of Oklahoma City, OK; daughters Vicki Lynn Whitby of Albuquerque, and Linda Beth Patterson from Azle, Texas; granddaughters, their husbands and children: Kathryn Suzanne Whitby Hinkle and Tracy and sons, Josh, Jacob, and Jesse; Theresa Lynne Patterson Boydston and Kip and children, Zoe and Zachary; Sandra Kaye Patterson Boyd and sons Caedmon and Malachi; Carolyn Marie Patterson Barentine and husband Jeff, and children Nathaniel, Benjamin and Jenaya. The memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at the Believer's Center of Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Betty's name to the Albuquerque Rescue Mission, 525 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, (505) 346-4673. 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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FERRARA -- Charles A. Ferrara Charley Ferrara, age 72, died from complications following heart surgery, on November 30, 2008 in Havasu City; AZ. Charley is the son of James Ferrara and Mary Luzzi of Nutley, NJ. Charley graduated Nutley High School in 1955, and Utah State University in 1959. Surviving are sons, Michael of CA, Dominic of CO, Daniel and Nick of AZ, and daughter, Angela (Grant) Jacobs of Utah. Also surviving are a brother, Jim of Utah; and sisters Jo Gall (Nutley) and Regina Wargo of NJ, Michele Ferrara of FL and step mother Rose Ferrara, of Belleville. Burial will be in Havasu City, AZ.
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GALLEGOS -- Lorenzo Gallegos Jr., 58 years old, lifetime resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on December 2, 2008. He was preceded in death by his son Joseph Gallegos; and parents Lorenzo Gallegos Sr. and Mary Gallegos; brothers Ronnie and George Gallegos. He is survived by his wife Rita Gallegos; sons Lorenzo Gallegos III, Gary Gallegos, Christopher Gallegos; stepdaughters Camille Martinez, Nicole Archuleta; stepsons Lorenzo & Vincent Archuleta; grandsons Lorenzo Gallegos IV, Gary Gallegos Jr.; granddaughters Melody, Tiffany, Gabrielle, & Amanda Gallegos; great-grandchild Lorenzo Gallegos V; brothers Danny Gallegos & wife Barbara, David Gallegos & wife Mary; Rosemary Romero & husband George, JoAnn Chavez & husband Larry, Patricia Griego & husband Jim, Annmarie Ayala & several special loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, & friends. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 5, 2008 at 2:30 in the afternoon at Calvary Chapel, 19381 N. Hwy 314, Belen, NM 87002. Cremation has already taken place. Reception following Memorial Services.
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GALLEGOS -- Mary Seferina Gallegos, Funeral Services for Mrs. Gallegos will be held on Friday, December 5, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be Tony Baca, Marcos Garcia, Carlos Garcia, Mike Henderson, Ray Henderson, and Mike Griego. Honorary pallbearers will be Facundo Aragon and Phil Griego. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124 www.salazarandsons.com
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GERMACK -- Richard William Germack, Sr. left our company to visit his mother and the angels on Sunday, November 30, 2008. He was born in Chicago, IL July 28, 1931 to Lillian and Rudolph Germack. He was a true Renaissance Man. He was a carpenter, a cabinet maker, an artist, a painter, a home re-modeler, a singer, a sailor, a golfer, an antique restorer, collector and dealer, and the kindest man you would ever want to meet. He resided in Albuquerque in the 1970's. He was part owner of Century Roof Tile in Albuquerque, Bocaccio's Restaurant in Rio Rancho, and Old West Photo in Old Town. He loved to golf, and managed the golf course at Elephant Butte, NM, from 2000-2001. He was an avid sailor and a member of the Anna Cappa Yacht Club in Channel Islands, CA. He is survived by his wife Marilyn Germack; and his daughters Joy Germack of Albuquerque, Jennifer Germack and her wife Dr. Cheryl Andrews of Provincetown, MA, and Diane Bucklaw and her husband Dr. Bob Bucklaw of Albuquerque. He was predeceased by his son Richard William Germack, Jr. He is also survived by his granddaughter Jessica Frazer of Eugene, OR; his brother Garth Rudolph Germack and his wife Cheryl Germack; his niece Cathy Germack of Albuquerque, his niece Dawn Coslow of Eugene, OR; his nephew Garth Richard Germack of Forest City, NC; and his niece Barbara Vitek of Willmington, OH. There will be a Memorial for him in the Wesson Room of the First Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle NE, Sunday December 7, 2008 at 2 p.m.
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JONES -- John Nicholas C. "Young Tragik", Jones, 22, died November 29, 2008. He was born in Midland, Texas on June 13, 1986 and was a resident of Albuquerque since 1993. He was a member of local hiphop recording group NVUS Records. He is preceded in death by his brother Christopher Crawford. John Jones is survived by his brother Ryan Crawford; mother Joyce Crawford; nephew Christopher Sincere Crawford and fiancee Michelle Candelaria, all of Albuquerque. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 8, 2008 from 6:00 p.m-8:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services on Fourth NW with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service to be held there the following day at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Sandia Memory Garden Cemetery.
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KRUMSICK -- Bro. Alexander (John), age 66, in the thirty-ninth year of his religious life as a Little Brother of the Good Shepherd, died on November 27, 2008, Thanksgiving Day. Bro. Alexander spent many years caring for men with developmental disabilities and was engaged in service to the poor at Good Shepherd Center in Albuquerque from 1992 until 2006 at which time he retired due to ill health. He was preceded in death by his parents, Blanche and Harry; and his brother, Thomas. He is survived by his brother, Jim and sister-in-law, Vickie; several nieces and nephews, and the members of his religious community. Visitation will be on Friday, December 5, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the chapel at Villa Mathias, 901 Bro. Mathias Place NW. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel at Villa Mathias followed by interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The Brothers of the Good Shepherd wish to express their appreciation to the caring staff of Princeton Place Nursing Home. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124 www.salazarandsons.com
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LEYBA -- Henry Leyba Jr., The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who attended the Rosary and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124 www.salazarandsons.com
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MALONEY -- Margaretta Coulter Maloney (Peggy) was born July 7, 1952. She spent her early childhood on the shores of Mono Lake in Lee Vining, CA, then moved to Los Angeles where she attended The Oakwood School. She went on to UC Santa Cruz before moving to Albuquerque where she earned an MFA at the University of New Mexico. From an early age, Peggy was a uniquely creative individual, who expressed herself through many art forms, including painting, embroidery, sewing, and jewelry. Her artwork was shown in galleries in Colorado and New Mexico. She also taught art and jewelry classes at Fort Lewis College, the Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club and to private groups. Her work and that of many of her students is currently on display at the Durango Arts Center Peggy was a strong presence for good in the universe, a forceful, resourceful person with a penetrating intellect and a wide-ranging curiosity. She was capable: whatever she did, she did well -- mending a broken tool, coaxing a beautiful garden from a rocky patch, preparing a campfire supper or writing congressmen with strong political views. She was generous with herself and her knowledge, kind and thoughtful in her actions toward friends and students. Peggy was an original, strong pioneer woman, not afraid to be alone and not afraid to truly be with others. She loved nature, the West, her friends and most of all, her precious kitties. When Peggy wrote about her work, she spoke of "transformation, simultaneity, and endurance," concepts that may help the many loving friends she leaves. She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Maloney; mother, Adele Coulter Maloney; and her aunt Peg, Margaretta Maloney; and cousin, June Taylor. She is survived by her sister, Kathleen Maloney Bellomo (Joe); aunt Georgette Coulter Tingle; and cousins: Bill Thomson (Wynn), Wallace Albertson, Ruth Taylor, Maura Dhu Studie (Wes), Gerald Taylor (Shelley), Denny Tingle, Brian Tingle and Carolyn Mutamba. A Gathering in her Honor will be held at the Durango Arts Center on Sunday, December 7, 2008 at 2 p.m. Donations may be made to The Durango Arts Center, (Education Fund) 802 E. 2nd Avenue, Durango, Colorado 81301
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MAMAHUA -- Brigitte Frances Mamahua, 37, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM was born January 25, 1971 and passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2008. She is survived by her husband of ten years, Eliseo Mamahua; three children David (Ritchie) Quintana, Valerie Quintana, and Kyana Mamahua; granddaughter, Jade Lyn; mother, Ruth Kohlmeyer; stepfather, Jeff Kohlmeyer; grandma Kohlmeyer; sisters, Tina Kohlmeyer, Jennifer Kohlmeyer, and Jeanine Kohlmeyer; sister/friend, Alana Jiron; aunts, Cecelia (Lala) Ortiz and husband Titus, Patricia Jones, Reina Torres, Maria Rogo, Linda Rogo, Mildred Rogo, and SallyAnn Rogo; uncles, Gabriel Chavez, Richard (Sonny) Chavez, Salvador Rogo, Roy Kohlmeyer, Tim Kohlmeyer; mother-in-law, Isabel Mamahua; brother-in-law, Christopher Mamahua and wife April; sister-in-law, Sheila Romero and husband Jeff; sister-in-law, Margarita Aguilar and husband Paul as well as many other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her father Jimmy Rogo; and Ganga and Tata. Brigitte was loved very much and will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2008, 2:00 p.m., at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124 www.salazarandsons.com
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MATA -- Janice J. Mata Janice was called home to the Lord Thanksgiving Day. She was 76. She is survived by her brothers Willard Johns of GA, Mac Johns of AL; sisters Helen Fitzgeral and Lucy Edalgo of GA; two sons Walter Hudson of VA, Phil Adkins of TX; and daughter Paula Molina of Albuquerque NM. Grandchildren Michael, Carrie, Chad, Noah, Kyle and Kristen. We will miss her.
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MCGINNIS -- Donald Ellis McGinnis, 71, died in his home Sunday, November 30, 2008. He was a "miracle," having survived 17 years with two heart transplants. Born in Emlenton, PA in July of 1937, he moved to New Mexico after joining the Air Force in 1955. He is survived by two families who loved him very much: Joan McGinnis, Dan McGinnis and wife Sandra, Mitchell "Chip" McGinnis and wife Sherrie, Sherrill Wright and son Jordan Wright, grandchildren Darren, Ryan, Fili, Sam and Jolie, all of New Mexico; uncle Dan McGinnis and wife Helen of Pennsylvania, sister Ruth Davis and husband Jim of Pennsylvania and brother Paul McGinnis and wife Susan of Oregon. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew "A.R." and Vera May McGinnis. He served ten years in the Air Force, then retired from Sandia National Labs after 25 years. He lived life to the fullest and enjoyed sharing outdoor activities - fishing, boating, and hunting with friends and family. He was very proud of his children and his grandchildren and shared his love of nature with them. Cremation has taken place. His ashes will be lovingly spread at Echo Lake in Pagosa Springs, CO next Spring. Friends and family are invited to commemorate his life at 3504 32nd Circle in Rio Rancho between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2008, 505-896-4693. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the charity of your choice.
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MILNER -- Thomas G. Milner, 75, died at his home in Corrales on Saturday, November 15, 2008, following a long illness. He is survived by his loving wife, Judith Milner; four children, Julie Patterson and husband, Danny of Mesquite, TX, Cheryl Milner of Denton, TX, Laura Mallett and husband, Eric of Rio Rancho, NM, and Neal Scott and wife, Shelli of McHenry, IL; and four grandchildren, Mallory and Joshua Mallett, Morgan Scott and Brittany Bishop. He is also survived by his sister, Carolyn Autrey of Garland, TX; and his brother, Marvin Milner and wife, Beverly of Jackson, MS. Tom was born June 11, 1933 in Yazoo City, MS, the oldest child of Samuel Griffin and Celia Mae Milner. He proudly served four years in the U.S. Air Force, and, following his honorable discharge in 1955, earned a B.S. degree in Physics at Central State College in Edmund, OK. In 1962, Tom completed a Masters degree in Electrical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. Throughout his working years, he held positions at Texas Instruments, Ranco, Litton and Tandy Corporation. He founded and acted as CEO of MC Manufacturing in Rio Rancho until the fall of 2003. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 6, 2008, at 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Tom's name to Cottey College, 1000 West Austin, Nevada, MO 64772, Attn: Alumni Relations or to Hillsdale College, 33 East College Street. Hillsdale, MI 49242, Attn: Institutional Advancement Office. Please visit our online guestbook for Tom at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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RANKIN -- Ruth Mallory Rankin After a brief illness, Ruth Rankin passed away November 29, 2008 at age 93. She is survived by her loving daughter, Phyllis Rankin of Buckeye, AZ; her sisters Maurine Hunnicutt and Elaine Triolo (husband James S.); and numerous nephews and nieces. A Memorial Service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, on December 5, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ruth's name may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 2501 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, 87110 or to the charity of choice.
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RODEMAN -- Matthew Allen Rodeman, age 38, went to be with the Lord on November 19, 2008. Matt was born in Albuquerque on September 10, 1970. He is the beloved son of Lyn Rodeman of Sun Lakes, Arizona and Ronald Rodeman and wife, Anita Vaughn, of Albuquerque. He is survived by his sisters, Dana Fotieo and Cori Sullivan; his brothers-in-law, Greg Fotieo and Patrick Sullivan. He leaves behind five nephews and nieces all of Albuquerque: Kirsten and Ryan Fotieo; Jack, Ben, and Emma Sullivan. Matt graduated from La Cueva High School in 1988. He received his undergraduate degree from New Mexico State University in Mechanical Engineering in 1993. He went to graduate school at Oklahoma State University, and received his Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Portland State University while working at Intel. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed. A celebration of Matt's life is planned for Friday, December 5 at 2:00 pm. It will be held in the chapel of the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd NE (corner of Wyoming and Paseo Del Norte).
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STAUFFER -- William Tilden Stauffer left this life to be with his wife Virginia Stauffer on December 2, 2008. "Bill" was born on September 29, 1924 to B. Leroy and Ora Stauffer of Hazelton, Pennsylvania. He spent the first part of his life there and met Ginny while in High School. Immediately after graduating High School, he went off to the European theater of war where he fought Nazi Germany. After the war he returned home and was soon the father of Sandra and Patricia. Because of an illness, the family moved to the desert climate of Arizona, then to New Mexico where Bill found work at WSMR. His career was long and productive, starting out testing missile systems and ending with the M1 Abrams tank in the 1980s. While living in Las Cruces, his son David was born. After retiring from Civil Service, he and Ginny moved to the Albuquerque area and settled into Rio Rancho. They made a life spending many happy hours at "Memories Grill" just down the street until Ginny succumbed to a devastating illness and left to walk the wind. Bill stayed in Rio Rancho amongst his friends from Memories. After a time, living alone became too much for him and he moved to Mountain View Assisted Living. While in the War, Bill served in the 1652nd Engineer Utilities Detachment, attaining Technician, 5th Grade. He earned the American Campaign Medal, EAME Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal. He was Honorably Discharged from Military Service on April 20, 1946. Bill was an avid Amateur Radio Operator, call letters W5ICV. He bounced a signal off the Moon once and communicated with another operator half way around the world. He used his radios along with other members of the local net to assist the Las Cruces Police Department during Halloween nights to help keep the holiday safe for young children. His expertise was very high, and after moving to Rio Rancho he joined the Rio Rancho Department of Public Safety as a Reserve Officer, badge number 601. He was involved in communication on search and rescue missions and helped develop the SCARES net. He is survived by his sister Jean; daughter Patricia and husband Don; son David and wife Jane; granddaughters Dorothy Alice, Elizabeth, and Meghan. A special thanks to Morayma and the staff at Mountain View. Respectfully, the Family Von Staufen.
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SULLIVAN -- Virginia N. Sullivan, age 81 of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday December 2, 2008 at a local care facility. She was born to Melvan and Nellie Foley on March 28, 1927 in Albuquerque, NM. She married J.B. Sullivan and he preceded her in death March 17, 2006 after 56 years of marriage. Surviving are her sons, Edward Harvey and his wife Carol of Rio Rancho and Jay B. Sullivan of Sandia Park, NM; grandchildren, Tammy Marquez and Edward Harvey Jr., both of Rio Rancho; great-grandson, Robert Daniels; sisters, Elizabeth Foley and Mary Massengale, both of Albuquerque; brothers, Melvan Foley Jr., of Hope, NM and Norman Foley of Houston, TX; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, December 5, 2008 at 12:00 noon, at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends and relatives may visit with the family at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Thursday December 4, 2008 from 5:00 to 7:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Virginia at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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VAN SOELEN -- Theodore Van Soelen, Jr. 1924 - 2008 Theodore "Ted" Van Soelen, Jr., 84, of Clovis, died on Monday, December 1, 2008. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Clovis, with Rev. Harry Riser officiating. Burial will follow at Mission Garden of Memories, Clovis. Ted was born in Tesuque, NM, on May 31, 1924 to Theodore and Virginia Carr Van Soelen. He attended primary school in Santa Fe, and attended prep school at Loomis School in Windsor, CT. After service in the U.S. Army during World War II in the Burma Theater, he earned an B.B.A. from New Mexico State University. He later earned a M.B.A. from Eastern New Mexico University. He married Esther Smith on October 25, 1969, and moved to Clovis from Albuquerque where he had a successful career as a realtor. Until his retirement, he worked as a real estate appraiser in his own firm of Van Soelen & Co. He was an active member of First United Methodist Church in Clovis. He also served as a board member of ENMRSH, and the A.R.C.. He was active in the Ranchmen's Camp Meetings in the Southwest, and the Boy Scouts of America. Ted received recognition as an Outstanding Centennial Alumni from NMSU, and was recognized as Realtor of the Year from the Clovis Board of Realtors in 1999. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was a devoted husband to his dear wife Esther; and a beloved father to his children Marian (Todd) Hand of Clovis, Beverly Van Soelen (Robert McCauley) of Waukee, IA, Fred (Erin) Van Soelen of Clovis, and Darrell (Elizabeth) Van Soelen of Las Cruces; and a loving grandfather to Jacob and Thea Hand, James, Myles and Caroline McCauley, and America and Silver Van Soelen. He is also survived by his brother, D.D. "Don" Van Soelen of Santa Fe; and nephews Tom Van Soelen and Jim Van Soelen; and niece Karen Frizzell He and his dear wife Esther also welcomed into their home, two students from Bosnia, Selma Catovic Hughes, now of Little Rock, AR, and Alena Causevic Raymond, now of Albuquerque, and thought of them as family. He was preceded in death by his parents; and by his sister Virginia "Jay" Van Soelen. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to First United Methodist Church, Clovis, or ENMRSH. Arrangements are under the direction of Steed Todd Funeral Home 800 E. Manana Blvd, Clovis, New Mexico 88101 (575) 763-5541 online memorials www.steedtodd.com
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VILLARREAL -- Hilario (Larry) Villarreal Jr., The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who attended the Rosary and Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124 www.salazarandsons.com
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