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GONZALES -- Elvira Mercedes Gonzales, 76, of Punta de Agua, NM passed away on Monday, December 29, 2008 at her home with her loving family beside her. Elvira was born on May 18, 1932 to Jose Antonio and Juanita (Vallejos) Torres in Progresso, NM. Elvira married Toby G. Gonzales on November 20, 1948 in Torreon, NM and he preceded her in death on December 28, 2008. Elvira established the St. Vincent de Paul Society of the St. Alice Catholic Church, and served as the first president and was an active member until her health prohibited her from doing so. She received her GED in the summer of 1987. She was a CCD teacher for many years. She was a school bus driver for the Mountainair Public School until she retired in 1994. Elvira and her husband were Mayodormos for the St. Vincent de Paul church for many years. Elvira was a very loving, caring, and dedicated individual in her community. Elvira was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sister, Teresa Sanchez. She is survived by her sons, Charles Gonzales and wife Stella of Alamogordo, NM; Marshall Gonzales and wife Martha of Albuquerque, NM; Norm Gonzales and wife Frances of Punta de Agua, NM; Michael Parson of Prescott, AZ; daughters, Rachel Mason of Lancaster, CA; Frances Candelaria and husband Mario of Albuquerque, NM; Mary Ann Velasquez and husband Ernest of Albuquerque, NM; Clare Lopez and husband Guy of Black Lake, NM; Lisa Gonzales of Albuquerque, NM; brothers, Fermin Torres; Eloy Torres; and brother-in-law, Frank Gonzales; sister, Mary Abeyta; 13 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. A rosary will be recited on Thursday, January 1, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Alice Catholic Church in Mountainair, NM. A Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 2, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Alice Catholic Church in Mountainair, NM. Father Ron Stone will be Officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery in Punta de Agua, NM. Pallbearers will be Manuel Quintana, Florentino Torres, Polinario Chaves, Gregorio Vallejos, Vivian Sanchez, and Leo Vallejos. Honorary pallbearers will be all of Elvira's grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made St. Vincent de Paul Society, PO Box 208, Mountainair, NM 87036. Arrangements entrusted to: Harris-Hanlon Mortuary "Our Family Serving Your Family" (505) 847-2331 www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

GRIEGO -- Miquela (Mickey) Griego. The family would like to thank all of their relatives and friends who attended the Wake 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
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

GUFFEY -- Mary S. Guffey, 75, passed away peacefully Friday, December 26, 2008 in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Mary was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 14, 1933 to James and Mary Bavester. Although she was born in Illinois, she soon sprouted her wings and traveled the world. Along the way she lived in Alaska, Germany, and Oklahoma before finally settling in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1969. Mary was a strong, outspoken, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend to all. She had a never ending thirst for knowledge that she used to help improve her community and was always the first to lend a helping hand. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Bruce on December 2, 2008. She is survived by her one sister; two brothers; eight children; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Mary was one of a kind and she will truly be missed by all who loved her. A Memorial Service will take place at 4:00 p.m., on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at French Mortuary Westside Chapel with a reception to follow. Please visit our on-line guest book for Mary at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

HUDSON -- Kurt E. Hudson, beloved father, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly December 26, 2008 at Lovelace Hospital. A longtime local resident, Kurt had many friends and family members in the area. He graduated from the Albuquerque Academy in 1972, and served as a U.S. Army photographer in Alabama before returning here. He graduated from the University of New Mexico with a political science degree, and later supervised a chain of gas stations for Texaco and Chevron. At the time of his death, he was working with eTelecare in support of AT&T. Kurt was an accomplished photographer and a well-read student of life. He was a dedicated father, friend and brother with the proverbial heart of gold, and he committed small acts of kindness as a daily practice. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Center for Spiritual Living at 2801 Louisiana Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM. A reception will follow in the church hall. He is survived by his daughter, Shannon Swan Hudson and son, Connor Robert Hudson, both of Albuquerque; and his best friend for life, Jule Larsen. Other survivors include his mother, Janet Hudson, formerly of Albuquerque and now of Visalia, CA; three sisters, Lynn Hudson Kopola of Tampa, FL Kymry Hudson of Visalia, CA, and Tracy Hudson Cohen of Portland, OR; and three brothers, Brent Hudson of Portland, Ore., Jon Hudson of Albuquerque, and Neff Hudson of San Antonio, TX. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Heber S. Hudson, a local child psychiatrist; and a brother, Scott Hudson.
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

JARAMILLO -- Raylene Jaramillo, 14, passed away December 27, 2008. Those who wish to send Condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Arrangements have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

JAYNE -- Thomas Alan Jayne passed away in his home on December 23, 2008. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on October 13, 1965 to Keith Derryl Jayne and Effie Candis Pelfrey Jayne. Tom was the oldest of four children, Donald Lewis Jayne, Raymond Matthew Jayne and Alicia Marie Jayne Lewis. After graduating from Jackson Central Merry High School in Jackson, Tennessee, Tom moved to West Memphis Arkansas. In 1987 he moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, to work in his uncle's water purification business, TechniPure, as a technician. He remained in Albuquerque for the rest of his life. While working for TechniPure he met Mabel Chavez and they married in 1990. Tom was preceded in death by his brother Donald Jayne, his paternal grandparents, Noel and Leota Jayne and maternal grandparents Susie Harris Pelfrey and Rubin Lewis Pelfrey. He is survived by his wife Mabel Jayne and her daughter Angeline Gurule, his father Keith Derryl Jayne and wife Cynthia, his mother Candis Pelfrey, his brother Ray Jayne, and sister Alicia and husband Shelby Lewis. Extended family include Sheila and Dan Freed, Sherry Flenoury, Ilene Jayne, Mike and Jacque Jayne, Lillian and Ernie Ulibarri, Gilbert Chavez, Marcella and Ron Segovia, Valerie and Tim Tourville, Robert and Loretta Chavez, Lorenzo and Vicenta Chavez, Moe and Cathy Chavez, Walter and Rosie Atencio, and many nieces, nephews and friends. Private services were held on Tuesday afternoon.
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

LANGLEY -- James Albert Langley, 97, formerly of Indianapolis, IN, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2008. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Alice Langley; and grandson, David James McCormick. He is survived by his daughter, Luora Jean McCormick and husband, David; granddaughters, Cynthia Teller of Albuquerque; Diane Powers of Madison, AL; and JoAnne Rucker of Houston, TX; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandsons. Mr. Langley was gentle, kind, and a loving man who was affectionately known as the "Mayor of Denny Street" during his years in Indianapolis. Cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to your favorite charity. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Langley at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

LUNARDI -- Catherine M. Lunardi, age 93, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born to Santino and Eufrosina Gambogi, in Pittsburgh, PA. Catherine moved to Davenport, IA in 1940 when she married John J. Lunardi. She worked at the Lunardi Market and Peterson Harned Von Maur Department store and retired in 1979. Catherine was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Davenport, IA. She moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1979 to live near her daughter, Donna Allison. She volunteered at Presbyterian Hospital and Anna Kaseman Hospital for many years. Catherine was a charter member at Bear Canyon Senior Center and became a greeter there, as well as helping with weekly bingo. She was a resident of Bear Canyon Estates for the last five years. While living in Albuquerque she became a member of St. Bernadette's Catholic Church. Catherine is survived by her children, one daughter, Donna Allison and one son, Jim Lunardi and wife, Tina of Milford, MA. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Terri Allison, Tony Allison and wife, Cristine, and Tom Allison, all of Albuquerque, NM, Jason and Brian Lunardi, both from Milford, MA; one great-grandson, Bradley Graham of Albuquerque, NM; and one niece, Charlotte Morrison of Pittsburgh, PA. Catherine was preceded in death by her husband, John J. Lunardi; her sister, Pauline Kubicsek; and son-in-law, John Allison. The Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be held on Tuesday, December 30, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2008, at 9:00 a.m., Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Road NE, with Father Choong as the Celebrant. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Catherine at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

MARCUS -- Jeffrey Bart Marcus, age 57, beloved husband, father, son, brother, musician, accountant and jokester, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in New York, NY and grew up in Southern California. Jeffrey is survived by his wife, Barbara and their children, Michael and Brittany; his parents, Martin and Muriel Marcus; his sister, Rene Rothman and husband, Jeffrey and their children, Richard, Stephanie and David; and his brother, Elliot Marcus and wife, Philomena and their children, Denise, Keith, Shawn and Jennifer and their families. A Memorial service will be held Friday, January 2, 2009, at 11:00 a.m., at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions can be made to MusicLink Foundation, 1043 North McKinley Road, Arlington, VA 22205 http://www.musiclinkfoundation.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Jeffrey at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

MOORE -- Karen JoAnn Moore, 66, of Albuquerque, died December 26th, 2008 following a series of long illnesses. She is survived by her sons, daughters, and grandchildren of Albuquerque and Colorado. Karen loved a great book and sharing time with her family, including her pets. A graveside Memorial Service will be held today at Sandia Memory Gardens at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Boyles Officiating. Interment will immediately follow at the cemetery. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 (505) 323-9000
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008