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BENAVIDEZ -- Boleslo P. Benavidez (Tata), 93, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on December 8, 2008. Mr. Benavidez is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Mrs. Josefita C. Benavidez; his children, Jennie Sanchez, Lillie Jaramillo and husband, Paul, James Benavidez and wife, Rosemary, Dorothy Benavidez; his sisters, Adelia Sanchez and Mary Centeno and husband, Frank; his brother, Benny Benavidez; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Benavidez was preceded in death by his brother Tony. Visitation will be Thursday, December 11, 2008, from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower, 300 Mildred Avenue NW, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Father Ron Carrillo, presider. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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BLAYLOCK -- Hulon M. Blaylock, Sr., age 46, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2008. He was an expert technician and a gifted musician who was most fond of the guitar. Hulon never met a stranger and had many, many friends and loved his family. He also was a motorcycle hobbyist and enjoyed riding horses. Hulon is preceded in death by his father, Jefferson Blaylock; and his sister, Joy Kay Hobbs. He is survived by his children, Hulon Monroe Blaylock, Jr., Clayton Dale Blaylock, Travis Lee Blaylock and Jolene Nicole Blaylock all of Albuquerque; mother, Joy Blaylock of Los Lunas; siblings, Thalia Sucharda and husband, Charles of Washington, Carlie Otto and husband, Rolly of Wyoming, Lynn Blaylock and wife, Marylyn of SC. Hulon is also survived by a dear friend Jennifer Rogers of Los Lunas and many nieces and nephews who all loved him dearly. All Services will be held at First Baptist Church of Belen on Friday, December 12, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Julia Paulson officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will take place at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Riverside Funeral Home of Belen, 418 W Reinken Ave. An online guest register is available at www.riversideofbelen.com
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BOUSKA -- Scott Edwin Bouska was born February 12, 1966 and passed away November 25, 2008. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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BUTTARI -- Aida Dalia Buttari, 88, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2008. Aida was born April 18, 1920 the daughter of Justo and Remedios Puchol de la Torre in Havana, Cuba. She immigrated to the United States in 1954. She served the community as a school teacher in Cuba and the United States. Aida is survived by her daughter, Sylvia Richardson; son, Omar Buttari; sister, Lydia Lopez; grandson, Tom Richardson; and granddaughter Lillian Richardson. The Visitation will be held on Friday, December 12, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with the Service at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road at Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park "Te queremos mami Aida y extranamos mucho." 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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COOK -- Roy C. Cook, 62, a life-long resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico and recent resident of El Paso, Texas, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 7, 2008, after a valiant battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry C. Cook & Ruth E. Zimmermann Cook. He is survived by his beloved wife Carmen Diaz Cook; daughter Jennifer Fowler & husband Neil; son Jason Todd Cook & wife Megan; grandchildren, Jacob Fowler, Abby Fowler, Elijah Cook & Sawyer Cook; and a brother Richard Dean Cook. Roy graduated from Rio Grande High School (Class of 1964) Albuquerque, NM and New Mexico State University (Class of 1974), Las Cruces, NM. Roy proudly served his country, as an Officer in the Army Corps of Engineers, during the Viet Nam Conflict. He was a retired Prudential Insurance Agent; Assistant Scoutmaster with the Boy Scouts of America; a private pilot and Estate & Financial Consultant for New Mexico and El Paso, TX. He was a faithful member of 1st United Methodist Church, Albuquerque & St. Mark's United Methodist, El Paso. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 12:00 p.m., at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 5005 Love Rd., with Rev. Felicia Hopkins officiating. Inurnment will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 2:30 p.m., at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Services entrusted to Martin Funeral Home West, 128 N. Resler Dr., El Paso, Texas 79912.
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DAVIS -- Martin Leeroy Davis 1941-2008 Martin Davis went to be among the angels on December 2, 2008. He loved gardening, working in his greenhouse, helping others in their time of need, playing with his grandchildren and talking to his friends from around the state on his CB-radio. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Evelyn Davis; his three sons, Casey Davis and wife Eileen, Chris Davis, Jeff Davis and wife Amy; his two grandchildren, who he enjoyed playing and hanging out with and loved so dearly, Kristin and Nathan; his brothers and sisters, Bill and George Davis, Dorothy Berry and Evelyn Talbee; and all of his nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at the Meadow Lake Community Center on December 13, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Interment is scheduled for December 18, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe.
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FLOREZ -- JOSEPH MARK FLOREZ, age 44, passed away December 5, 2008. He is survived by his father, Jose M. Florez; his mother, Florence J. Florez; sister, Viola E. Florez Tighe (Jerry); brother, Steve J. Florez (Dolores); sister, Louella B. Florez Evans (Jesse); brother, Frank A. Florez (Gloria); sister, Katrina E. Florez Fitt (Jeffrey); brother, Bill Florez (Abby); brother, Kenny Florez (Joanna); sister, Corine Florez Trujillo (Tony); sister, Susan Florez Chavez (Kenneth); brother, Robert Florez (Charrise); and sister, Carmen Florez Mansi (Tom); and numerous uncles, aunts, nephews and nieces. Mark was ordained a Roman Catholic Priest on July 25, 1990. He worked as a financial planner for several prominent financial institutions. He was a Philanthropist for many charities and organizations including Casa Esperanza and was a charter member of the Hispanic Cultural Center. Mark was also a member of several civic organizations including the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and very devoted to the Brothers of Christ in the Desert Monastery in Abiquiu, NM. He was part of the inception of Our Lady of the Desert Monastery of Benedictine Sisters in Gobernador, NM. Mark was a kind, gentle and loving son, brother and friend to all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sister of Our Lady of the Desert. Contact ourladyofthedesert.org or PO Box 556, Blanco, NM 87412. A visitation will be held Tuesday, December 9, 2008, 6:30 p.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with a Rosary to follow at 7 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 10 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with interment to follow at Gobernador Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
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FREGIA -- Kelly N. Fregia, 52, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. Kelly was a very caring and compassionate man. He was a loving and devoted son, brother, dad and partner. Kelly retired from the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office in 2002 and returned to work for the BCSO Court Services in 2004. He was a dedicated officer and passionate about his career in law enforcement and was very well respected by his peers. He was a true, second generation Dallas Cowboys fan. He is survived by the love of his life and soulmate Stephanie; son, Nick and his companion Kari and her daughter Larissa; dad, Kelly L.; sisters, Minnie Jo and her husband Jeff, LeeAnn and her partner Frank; nieces, Trudy, Lena and her husband Jason; nephew Scott; great-nieces and nephews, Jeffrey, JJ, Madison, Sequoia, Emma and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins and his many loyal brothers and sisters in law enforcement. Kelly was preceded in death by his loving mom, Betty Jo. If you would like to donate to an organization in Kelly's memory, he would have requested the 10-82 Foundation which supports law enforcement officers who need assistance due to illness or tragedies. Kelly was very humbled and grateful for the donation he received from this organization, 10-82 Foundation, 1101 Cielo Vista Del Norte, Corrales, NM 87048. Kelly's life is best remembered by his favorite phrase: Live well, Laugh often, Love much. Friends may visit Kelly on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 4:00 pm - 8:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas location. Service will be held on Friday, December 12, 2008, 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Chapel. Please visit our online guestbook for Kelly at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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GUTIERREZ -- Ramon Ricardo Gutierrez. Visitation will be Wednesday 3:00-7:00 followed by Rosary at 7:00 p.m. in the Reflection of Life Chapel. Mass will be Thursday 11:00 a.m. at Assumption Catholic Church. Enichement will be Friday 3:30 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit Ramon's online guestbook at Reflectionoflife.com. The Salazar family of REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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HAGER -- Frank Hager was born in Pilot Point, Texas on Thursday, November 1, 1928, All Saint's Day, and though he wasn't a saint in every sense of the word, he was a true saint to his family and friends. He passed away on Monday evening, December 8, 2008. He spent most of his early years in Oklahoma, and moved to Dumas, Texas, where he met and married his high school sweetheart, Dru Brown. Their relationship has endured for over sixty years. They moved to Albuquerque in 1949 and started their own business, Hager Lawn Sprinkler. After a seven year period spent in South Carolina where Frank worked on the Savannah River Project, they returned to Albuquerque in 1959 to resume with the irrigation company. Over the years many parks, schools, and golf courses including UNM South were watered with systems installed by Frank's company. They lived in Farmington for a number of years where Frank worked on the power plants. On their return to Albuquerque he designed and built Roll'n Home Park which has flourished for thirty five years. Frank was active in many community organizations especially the Ballut Abyad Shrine where he was a member and captain of the Shrine Patrol and on the Fez Club Committee. He enjoyed driving the old fire truck in recent years. He was also Hospital Chairman for 20 years and coordinated mini-clinics for crippled children and arranged travel for many to the Los Angeles Shrine Hospital for free treatment. He was a member of the Board of Directors of that hospital for eight years. He was a member of the Shriners of North America, the Masonic Lodge Temple 60, the Royal Order of Jesters, the Albuquerque Rotary Club, and the New Mexico Pipe Trades Local 112. He was also a lifetime Democrat and supporter of the party. Frank is survived by wife, Dru; three children, Noel Hager and wife, Susan, Renee Claffy, and Brent Hager and wife, Kim; grand children, Gina Sims, Cara Claffy, Evan Hager and wife, Sovereign, Todd and Sarah Hager, Bonnie and Lexi Hager; great-grandchildren, Zach, Ava and Grant Sims. Also surviving are Frank's sisters, Movis Butler and Collette Hager. Frank was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to many. He was generous and helpful to one and all. He will be greatly missed. Services will be held at Ballut Abyad Shrine Center, 6600 Zuni SE, on Monday, December 15, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Frank's name to the Crippled Children's Transportation Fund, 6600 Zuni SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or Cal Farley's Ranch, P.O. Box 1890, Amarillo, Texas 79174-0001. Please visit our online guestbook for Frank at RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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HANOSH -- George J. Hanosh, 70, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2008. He was born January 7, 1938 in Albuquerque, NM to George S. and Annabelle Hanosh. Upon his graduation from Highlands University he and his wife Barbara moved to Grants to join in a family business. He was a General Motors dealer for 35 years and served as president of the NM Automobile Dealers Association. George was a prominent business and political leader in the Grants and surrounding area for many years. He served under four governors on various committees and served ten years as a NM State Representative. George was an avid golfer and won his green jacket in the NM Senior State Championship. George has served the people of NM well. Throughout his life, George has had many opportunities and setbacks but he never stopped believing that he could make a difference. Although he is known for his public achievements he has always provided for his family and prided himself on their accomplishments. George is survived by his wife of 47 years, Barbara; his children Scott Hanosh and wife, Michelle of Paradise, CA, Dawn Roberts and husband, Mitchell of Colorado Springs, CO, Kelly Berhost and husband, Kevin of Farmington, and Jerri Mares and husband, Mike of Grants; grandchildren Josh Hanosh and wife, Danielle of Sacramento, CA, Samantha and Emily Roberts of Colorado Springs, Casee McBride of Albuquerque, Ryan and Cory McBride of Farmington, and Sydney Mares of Grants; and three great-grandchildren. Also, he is survived by his sister, Arlene Brown and her husband, Bill; brother Fred Hanosh and wife, Arlyss; sister-in-law, Gayle Hanosh and sister-in-law, Betty Latimore and husband, Dan; and numerous extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Alan. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Dr., SW. Mass of the Resurrection will be Thursday, December 11, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Leon Gonzales, Tim Hanosh, Charles Henson, Catarino Hernandez, Fred Lackey and Joe Shaya. Honorary pallbearers will be Arthur T. Matte, and Esteemed Men and Women of the House of Representatives of the State of New Mexico. In lieu of flowers Memorial donations may be made to Scleroderma Foundation, Attn: Donations, 300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 105, Danvers, MA 01923. Please visit our online guestbook for George at RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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HERRERA -- Garry Herrera, passed away peacefully in his sleep Sunday, December 7, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Adeline; daughters Christina and Angela; parents Joe and Fran Herrera; his brother Larry Dean; his sister Pam Bower; and nephew Shane; in addition to many aunts, uncles and cousins. Garry proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was a kind generous soul who will be missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Meals on Wheels. A Rosary will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at John 23rd Catholic Community Church at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 12, 2008 also at John 23rd Catholic Community Church at 11:00 a.m., with interment in Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Garry's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-884-1188
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HERRERA -- Gloria In Loving Memory of Gloria Herrera, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, born May 14, 1963, and passed away Saturday, December 6, 2008. Gloria is survived by her daughter, Sophia Stevens and Lorenzo; step-daughter, Jacqueline Trujillo; sons, Jeffrey Stevens and Tracey, and Danny Stevens; granddaughters, Faith and Destiny; grandson, Anthony; brothers, Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Seniceros, Joe Seniceros, Mr. and Mrs. Julian Seniceros; and Raymond Marcus; sisters, Rosa Padilla, Yolanda and husband, Steve Hernandez, Angel Herrera and Sugar Garcia, and Lupe Herrera; her boyfriend, Joseph; nephews, nieces, and cousins. She was loved and will be missed. Gloria was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend and was always joyful. Services will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church, 4th and Mildred, Thursday, December 11, 2008 with a Rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, 87107. 343-8008.
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KING -- Alice Marie Martin King, 78, of Stanley, NM passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM with her loving family beside her. Alice King, New Mexico's longest serving First Lady, was born to Kenneth and Audra (Farmer) in Moriarty, NM on May 13, 1930. Alice was a life long resident of Stanley, NM. She married Bruce King on June 1, 1947 at the Moriarty Baptist Church in Moriarty, NM. She has two sons, Bill and Gary; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Alice King has been one of the most powerful advocates for New Mexico children and families for over 30 years. As Chair of the Juvenile Justice Council, she worked closely with the Juvenile Justice Task Force to review the New Mexico Children's Code. She chaired the Governor's Task Force on Children and Families. This task force held many town meetings around the state and developed legislation that created the first-in-the-nation Children, Youth and Families Department. Alice King has also chaired many committees which led to a number of accomplishments in the field of education. She assembled and led a team of educators and scientists in developing a successful proposal for a $10 million grant from the National Science Foundation for systemic change in Mathematics and Science Education. She led several summits on Education to develop strategies to address educational improvement. Mrs. King has served on the board of many charitable organizations, including New Mexico Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, March of Dimes, Special Olympics, Roadrunner Division of the Red Cross, All Faiths Receiving Home, the San Felipe Del Rio Children's Home, New Mexico Conference of Families, United Way of Albuquerque, New Mexico Museum of Natural History Foundation, and the Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation. As a member of the Board of Directors of the New Mexico Boys Ranch, she spearheaded the effort that resulted in the establishment of the New Mexico Girls Ranch. She continued to be actively involved with this institution which provides a residential opportunity for adolescent women. She helped create and is the driving force behind the New Mexico Children's Foundation. As a parent, she was very active as a leader in her children's activities. She taught Sunday school for several age levels and was a 4-H leader for 14 years. She was also an active band parent. She was a Charter member and state official of the New Mexico Cowbelles, a national women's organization which promotes the livestock industry. Among the many awards Mrs. King has received are the National Jewish Hospital and Research Center Humanitarian Award, Distinguished Women Award from the University of New Mexico Alumni Association, the New Mexico Distinguished Public Service Award, Woman of Distinction in the Field of Agriculture, Hope Award from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Outstanding Youth Advocate Award from Youth Development, Inc., Big Brothers/Big Sisters Recognition Award, and an Award from the New Mexico Conference on Aging. Mrs. King was the first inductee into the New Mexico Women's Hall of Fame. She has received an Honorary Associates Degree from Santa Fe Community College and an Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree from New Mexico State University. Alice is preceded in death by her parents; and granddaughter Caitlyn King. She is survived by her husband, Bruce King of Stanley, NM; two sons, Bill King of Stanley, NM and Gary King and his wife, Yolanda of Stanley, NM.; brother, Kenneth Martin of Moriarty, NM; sisters, Shirley Repass and her husband Bob of Moriarty, NM and Newlyn Witt of Barstow, CA; grandchildren, Becky and Tom Spindle, Jenny and Josh Caldes, Stacy King, and Eric and Cameron Anderson; and eight great grandchildren. Alice will lie in state at the New Mexico State Capital from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, December 10, 2008. Funeral Service will be at the Moriarty High School Gym in Moriarty, NM on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 9:00 a.m., with Dr. Russell C. Lee officiating. Pallbearers are David King, Sam L. King, Jerry King, Kenneth Lloyd Martin, Robert Glenn Repass, Tom Spindle, Eric Anderson, and Josh Caldes. Honorary Pallbearers are Becky Spindle, Jenny Caldes, Stacy King, Amber Medlock, and David Pickard. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations to the NM Children's Foundation, NM Girls Ranch, or Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to: Harris-Hanlon Mortuary "Our Family Serving Your Family" (505)832-6130 www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
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MALONEY -- Margaretta Coulter Maloney was born July 7, 1952 and passed away November 27, 2008. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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MATUSZESKI -- Eleanor Sanchez Matuszeski, 93, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Monday, December 8, 2008. She is survived by her son, Richard A. Matuszeski and wife Denise of Albuquerque; two grandsons, Ryan Anthony and Russell Aric, both of Albuquerque; sister, Margaret Cafarelli and husband Tony of Tempe, AZ; numerous nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband, Richard "Matt" Matuszeski; seven brothers and sisters; and her parents. She was the eighth of nine children born to Juan F. and Mariana Miera Sanchez on March 8, 1915 in Lemitar, NM. Eleanor received her Bachelor's Degree in Education from the University of New Mexico. She taught Elementary school for 25 years. Eleanor loved to travel with her husband. When Matt was alive, they loved to socialize and dance at the Elks. She was a very loving and giving person, taking an active interest in her family and friends. Eleanor was a long time member of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, helping to establish the elementary school. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A Rosary will be recited at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, December 10, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee NE, Thursday, December 11, 2008, at 1:00 p.m. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Assumption Elementary School, 815 Guaymas Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Eleanor at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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MAYER -- Hans J. Mayer, 85, died peacefully on December 4, 2008, having been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last October. He was born on July 15, 1923 in Frankfurt, Germany, the eldest son of Dr. and Mrs. Wilhelm Mayer. He is survived by his wife June to whom he was married for 44 years, their son Andrew, and his younger brother Stefan. At the age of 15, Hans, together with his family, moved from Germany because of persecution by the Nazi regime, and settled in British Honduras (now known as Belize). When he was 17 he left British Honduras for the United States and attended Southern Florida College where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in chemistry. He was drafted into the Army in 1949, where he served for one year, and he then joined the Reserves where he served for 14 years with the rank of Master Sergeant. At the age of 24 he discovered the teachings of the philosopher, Harold V. Percival, outlined in the book "Thinking and Destiny." Hans got to know Mr. Percival personally, and throughout his life was a follower of Mr. Percival's philosophy. On leaving college he taught math on Long Island, New York, and after a few years joined his brother Stefan in starting a company in the wholesale travel industry, arranging vacations all over the world for thousands of Americans. In the 1970's he designed and wrote a software computer system for his company, and later put in similar systems for other companies in the wholesale travel industry. In 1997 he and his wife moved from the East Coast to New Mexico, and Hans continued to work as a substitute teacher in the Rio Rancho School System up until October 2008. He and his wife resided in the Enchanted Hills section of Rio Rancho, and Hans served on the board of the Enchanted Hills Homeowners Association for about five years. He enjoyed outdoor activities. He skied for many years, both in the European Alps and in other ski areas in the United States. He was an active sailor while living on the East Coast, racing catamarans from a sailing club in Connecticut. He took up hiking on his arrival in New Mexico, and became a hiking group leader for the New Mexico Mountain Club for about five years, conducting weekly hikes until ill health in October of this year forced him to give it up. He loved music, especially opera, and was a member of a local opera group, also attending concerts and operas in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Cremation has already taken place. At his request, there will be no Memorial service, but a private Memorial gathering for friends and family is being arranged for a later date. Donations in his memory may be made to The Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, Los Angeles. Please visit our online guest book for Hans at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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MIERA -- Samuel Miera, age 78, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2008. Sam brought love and laughter to all those around him and he will be greatly missed by family and friends. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, December 11, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., French Mortuary-Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 12, 2008 at 10:30 a.m., Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd NE, with Father Robert Lancaster, Celebrant. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery, 2957 Arenal SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87105 Please visit our online guestbook for Samuel at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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MOORE -- Brandi Taylor Moore, age 11, a resident of Belen, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2008 at the Children's Hospital in Aurora, Colorado. She was a very active member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, where she sang with the choir at 10:00 a.m. Mass. Brandi was very musically gifted with a love for violin, piano, and singing. She was an avid reader and writer who enjoyed writing poetry. She was competitive and an advocate for Global Warming issues, as well as World Peace and safety. Brandi loved school. She was a 7th grade honor roll student at Belen Middle School. Brandi was always smiling and happy, she enjoyed life to its fullest. She also loved animals and was aspiring to be a veterinarian. Brandi is survived by her grandparents, Papa, Raymond and Granny, Refugia Moore; her sister, Samantha Moore; her brother, Gary Ray Moore; and her natural father, Gary Ray Moore, Sr. All Services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, beginning with a Viewing on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Final Viewing will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 10:00 a.m., with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place following the Mass at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Gary Moore, Sr., Gary Ray Moore, Joe Maestas, Damon Fleming, Antonio Largo and Doug Blagg. Joe Atencio will serve as honorary pallbearer. In lieu of flowers, contributions are being accepted at any Bank of Albuquerque location to the Moore Children Benefit Fund. Arrangements are being handled by Riverside Funeral Home of Belen, 418 W. Reinken Ave. An online guest register is available at www.riversideofbelen.com
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ORTIZ -- Donaciano A. "Chano" Ortiz, 71, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2008. Donaciano was born June 22, 1937 the son of Frank R. and Bernardina Armijo Ortiz in Pecos, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Dean, Tony, and Phillip Ortiz; sister, Rose Almanzar; mother-in-law, Geronima Velasquez; sister-in-law, Alice Ortiz Quintana. Chano is survived by his wife of 45 years, Corrine; daughters, Dinah (Phillip), Roberta Garcia (James); grandchildren, Donald Ortiz (Julie), Brandie Ferrari (Shane); four great grandchildren, special great grandson, Brennen; brother, Frank Ortiz (Carmen); sisters, Carmen Padilla (Larry), Gloria Valdez (Manuel), Bernie Lehman (Sid); sisters-in-law, Diana Treat and Benita Velasquez; brothers-in-law, Joe Velasquez (Carmen), Reggie Velasquez (Donnie), and Ben Velasquez (Yolanda); numerous nieces and nephews. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., today, Wednesday, December 10, 2008 in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 1:30 p.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho. Interment will follow 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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PERKINS -- Virginia Becker Perkins died on December 6, 2008 in Las Cruces, NM. She was born to Malcolm Edward Becker and Oleta Edleen Fronabarger Becker on March 21, 1931, in Boise City, Oklahoma. As a child she lived for a time with her maternal grandparents, Cola and Edward Fronabarger on their homestead in Sofia, NM, and later with her paternal grandmother, Lena Fox Becker, and aunts, Hazel Becker and Virginia Becker Johnson, in Clayton, NM, while her mother completed her teaching degree. Later, she and her mother, grandmother, and sister lived in Des Moines, NM, and Las Vegas, NM, before the family moved to Las Cruces, where her mother taught elementary school for many years. Virginia attended Las Cruces Union High School, graduating in 1949, and also New Mexico State University where she was a member of Chi Omega. As a high school student, she worked at the Rio Grande Theater in Las Cruces where she met Donald Roderick Perkins who also worked there. The two were married in 1950 at St. James Episcopal Church in Mesilla Park, NM. She and Col. Perkins lived many places during his military and civilian careers. Mrs. Perkins worked as a secretary in various legal and medical offices in Las Cruces. Mrs. Perkins is survived by her daughter, Karen Elizabeth Perkins Willis and fiance Edward Shirkey of Las Cruces; son, Frank Sutherland Perkins and wife Terry Villescas Perkins of San Antonio, TX; daughter, Cynthia Oleta Perkins, of Corpus Christi, TX; and daughter Kathryn Sue Perkins Holguin and husband Carlos of Rio Rancho, NM. She is also survived by grandchildren, Juliet Perkins Flores and Brian Paul Perkins of San Antonio and John Perkins Willis of Las Cruces; great-grandchildren, Michael Perkins, Gabriel and Mia Flores, and Isabella Perkins; and sister, Marcia Sue Becker Perkins and husband, Roland, of Hollister, CA. Her parents precede her in death. A Rosary will be said at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM, on Thursday, December 11, 2008 with a funeral mass at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque. Please visit our online guest book for Virginia at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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PRICE -- Elva Jean Price, age 84 and a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, died Sunday, December 7, 2008. She is survived by her four children and their spouses: Carolyn Sue Moore and husband John, William Eric Price and wife Denice, Kendall Ann Hanson and husband Bruce, and Andrew Brian Price and wife Norma Jean; 11 grandchildren: William Moore, Melissa Campbell Moore, Angela "Jean" Valek, Nathan Price, Adam Price, Loren Hanson, Joshua Price, Christilynn Price, Alex Price, Zhora Price and Hero Price; three great-grandchildren: Summer Lynn Price, Colin Campbell, and Connor Campbell. Jean also has two living siblings: Cora Ellon Rogers and Geary Brogden, as well as extended family and friends. Family preceding her in death is her father and mother, Wilmer Alton and Pearl May Brogden, and her two brothers, Billie Don and Michael Brogden. Elva Jean Brogden was born on September 8, 1924, in Crosbyton, TX. She attended high school in Brownfield, TX. Her first job was with Latham's Department Store. At 17, she became store manager. In 1942, at 18, Jean joined the war effort. She was employed by Boeing to wire B-29 Superfortress aircraft during WWII. She blessed many B-29 wings with "Win for us and come back home." After the war, Jean worked as a bank teller in Lubbock, TX. There she met and married the redheaded engineer she had told her sister she would meet and marry. They married in 1948. The family resided in Amarillo, TX from 1949-1954 and then moved to Albuquerque, NM where they resided for the majority of their life together. Jean worked as homemaker and family entrepreneur. She managed their family-owned apartments, trailer park, and storage facility. They were faithful members of Temple Baptist Church. Elva Jean Price was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be deeply missed. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Graveside Service will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM on Thursday, December 11, 2008, at 11 a.m., where she will be interred with her beloved husband. Please visit our online guestbook for Jean at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SERRANO -- PITA R. DECEMBER 10, 1921 - DECEMBER 10, 2005 YOU ARE LOVED AND REMEMBERED ALWAYS. SIMON, GLORIA, ANNA, AND ARTHUR
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STEPHENS -- Dr. Oscar "Wesley" Stephens III (Col. Ret.), 79, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 8, 2008. He is survived by his wife and best friend, Alice Stephens; children, Diana Lewis and husband, Michael, Gordon Stephens, and Sarah Stephens and husband, James Reynolds; stepchildren, Wendy Padilla and husband, Duane, Julie Ferguson and husband, John McRae, and Mindy Irvine and husband, Doug; grandchildren, Micah, Joshua and Barbara Joyce; brother, Alan Stephens and wife, Wendy; sister, Nancy Stephens; and several other extended family and friends. Dr. Stephens was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar II and Edythe Stephens. He graduated from Messick High School in Memphis, TN. He graduated from the University of Tennessee with his Bachelor's and Doctorate of Dentistry. Wesley joined the U.S. Air Force in 1954 and retired in 1982 as a Colonel. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Alice, a beloved father to his children, and a loving grandfather. He was a great poker player! He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He lived in New Mexico since 1973 and always wanted to move to NM because of the book, "The Cowboys." Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, December 11, 2008, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Interment of cremated remains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Should friends desire, please make contributions in Wesley's name to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Wesley at RememberTheirStory.com. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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WILLIAMS -- Edward Williams, 90, a resident of Albuquerque went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Friday, December 5, 2008. Edward is predeceased by his son Richard Williams. He is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Dorothy Bryant, his children; Marvin Williams and wife Karen, Edna Williams, Edward Williams, Jr., Phillip Williams and Kenneth Williams, his four grandchildren; Adrian, Carla, Taylor, Hayley and Seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday December 12th at 11:00 a.m. at the Morningside Baptist Church located at 1201 Arno SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Interment will take place at a later date in a private family ceremony. Those who wish to send Condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Services are entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover SW Albuquerque, New Mexico 505-243-5222
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WOOD -- Shirley I. Wood went to be with Jesus on Monday, December 8, 2008. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at Tower Road Baptist Church, 601 86th Street SW, 87121. Interment will follow the Services at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd NE. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Missions Department Tower Road Baptist Church, 601 86th Street SW, 87121. Please visit our online guestbook for Shirley at: RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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