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IRISH -- Robert Ellsworth Irish, born March 20, 1928 in Raton, NM died at his home in Albuquerque, NM on March 24, 2008. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday. He is survived by his wife, Louise; his three children and their spouses, Earl Irish and wife, Sue, Amy Brett and husband, Tim, and Clayton Irish and wife, Carol; five grandchildren, Mary Irish, Leslie Weimer, Glen Ingram, Allison Merow, and Darrell Irish; three great-grandchildren, Emilie Grace Weimer, Chloie Louise Weimer, and Cormac Irish Ingram; nephews, Gene Coleman, and Johnny and Jeffrey Irish; nieces, Earlene Quigley, Bernadette Wagner, Becky Cresswell, and Jenny Lou Irish; and many wonderful in-laws. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Ethel Irish; his three brothers, Clayton, Berdette, and Allison Irish; and his two sisters, Georgiana Coleman and Carrie McGee. His family and friends knew him as a loving husband and father who had an avid passion for life and bowling. He was very proud of being the past president of the Albuquerque Men's Bowling Association and the New Mexico State Men's Bowling Association, and being inducted into the Albuquerque Bowling Association Hall of Fame. He received many awards for his accomplishments, including several for a 300 game. Bob had worked in the auto parts business his entire life with his latest place of employment being at Karl Malone Toyota until the age of 78. He loved his work and missed his fellow employees immensely. Bob and his wife Louise had taken many trips and cruises during their life together. They loved visiting their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Washington and Alaska. They enjoyed their many vacations. Clayton and Carol Irish, the only children living in Albuquerque, have been their mother and father's greatest strength. Robert Irish will be greatly missed. He remains embedded in our hearts forever, and we now release him into God's loving arms. Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 29, 2008, 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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LEVERICK -- Alfred W. Leverick, 79, passed away on March 26, 2008. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192 www.danielsfuneral.com
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LOSACK -- Lyle Christopher Luke Losack, 51, passed away Monday, March 24, 2008 at his home in Corrales after battling with an undiagnosed illness. Lyle C. Losack, P.E., was born October 17, 1956 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His family moved to El Paso, Texas in 1960 while his father, Johnnie Losack, worked at White Sands Missile Range. All available spare time was spent in Corrales, NM to work his Grandmother Dulcelina Curtis's farm. The farm was founded in 1889 by his great-grandparents, the Salces, who immigrated from Italy. The immigrants hand-plowed the first drainage ditch in Corrales. This drainage system was used to drain off unusable swampland water to make the land usable for farming. In his early years, Lyle gained valuable knowledge in raising horses and other livestock, pruned, maintained and picked apples from the now 62-year-old trees that his grandparents planted. Lyle learned flood damage control through irrigation on the farm. They grew vegetables and native chili, which was his grandmother's specialty crop. He hoed rows and rows of Chile plants - that gave him the sense of fair and honorable work ethics. His love of building and design started in early childhood and carried throughout his life. His 8th grade science fair project was a passive solar design. The teachers in his high school architecture class would make up problems for him to do and would have him solve real-world problems and designs for El Paso architects. He volunteered to join the Navy in 1975 and served for 5 years. During this military service he was stationed in the Gulf War. There he excelled in training on boiler, pump, turbine systems and damage control. Lyle was very proud to have served his country and very supportive of our soldiers. After an honorable discharge from active duty, he retuned to Corrales to attend the University of New Mexico for an engineering degree. He graduated with a BSCE in Civil Engineering with Construction Management Option in 1986. The love of Architecture and Design gave him the life-long mission to design and hand-build his custom solar glass residence in Corrales. He was a Civil Engineer with more than twenty-two years of engineering related experience in planning a design of roadways, flood control levees and channels, sewer and drainage systems, airport aprons and hangers, construction utility and grading plans, structural design, subdivisions, all aspects of residential construction, field inspection, soils labs, cement batching plants, mechanical HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, pump, turbine, and boiler systems and owned his own business, QuickDraw Engineering, L.L.C. located in Corrales, NM. QuickDraw Engineering LLC was started in 2001. It expanded to meet the growing needs of his clientele. His clientele included DR Homes, Centex and Pulte Homes - and many others. The projects ranged from Subdivision master plans, including site, grading and drainage, road profile, and inspection work. Numerous projects were completed with COA, Bernalillo County, and the City of Rio Rancho. His early professional experience was expansive and led to projects locally, multi-state and internationally. Clients included NASA, DOE, DOD, DOI, Raytheon, Sandia and Los Alamos Labs. Runways, aprons and hangars were designed for Tonopah Test Site. He designed the Los Alamos HAZ waste treatment facility and YUCCA Mountain Storage Facility. His biggest international project was Bikini Atoll Master Plan, which included utilities, power systems, runways, and rain catchment systems to reclaim the property for the islanders from the Nuclear Test program. Lyle recently helped move his ex-mother-in-law into his home so that he and his ex-wife could care for her. Lyle was known for helping others in need. Lyle is survived by his son, Christopher Losack; daughter-in-law, Michelle DeMar Losack, ex-wife, Kim Elliott; mother, Evelyn Curtis Losack; sister, Joneve Bender; brothers, Mark and Vincent Losack; two nieces; four nephews; and one grand-niece; all of Corrales, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. A Rosary will be held Friday, March 28, 2008 at San Ysidro Church in Corrales at 7:00 PM The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 10:00 AM at San Ysidro Church in Corrales with Father Vance as the celebrant. Interment will be at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Johnnie Losack Scholarship Fund at Charter Bank or the Rio Grande Multiple Sclerosis Division. A reception will be held at the Curtis/Losack Farm at 5206 Corrales Road after the funeral. Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 892-9920 www.danielsfuneral.com
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LOVATO -- Julio Lovato, 93, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, March 25, 2008. Born in Rosebud, NM on August 23, 1914 he moved to Mosquero, NM and graduated from Mosquero High School. He joined the family trucking business, taking over when his father died. Julio served his country honorably in the 8th Army Air Corps during WWII. He moved to Albuquerque after leaving the military to start a business and raise his family. He owned many bars in Albuquerque, his last bar being the Tropics Lounge. Julio always had a smile on his face and a story from his heart. Julio loved children of all ages, especially his grandchildren; Nicole Livingston, Cody LeMaster, Bayley Lovato, and Louis Lovato. Julio is survived by his brothers, Tony and David; his sisters, Tina Cohn and Rose Anderson; his son, Michael; his daughters, Becky Livingston and Lori Lovato; and many nieces and nephews. Julio was preceded in death by his wife Dorris; son, Julio, jr.; daughters, Roxanne Zibahalat and Pamala Trujillo; and brothers, Benny and Tom Lovato. A Rosary will be prayed at 8:00 a.m. with Funeral Service following at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2008, at the Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Entombment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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LUCERO -- Raymond "Ramon" G. Lucero, age 68, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, entered into Eternal Life, Saturday, March 22, 2008. A Rosary will be recited this evening, Thursday, March 27, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd., NW. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday morning, March 28, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street, NW (505) 898-3160 www.danielsfuneral.com
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MARTINEZ -- Albino Joseph Martinez, age 91, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2008. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, March 27, 2008, at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, at 12:00 p.m. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188 www.danielsfuneral.com
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MAUNEY -- Catherine H. Mauney, age 101, resident of Covenant Village, Gastonia, NC died March 24, 2008, at Covenant Village. She was born in Conover, NC on December 14, 1906, to Dr. and Mrs. Franklin L. Herman. She was educated in Catawba Co. at the Free School Concordia College and graduated from Lenoir Rhyne College in 1929. After teaching school for a year, she married Carl Fisher Mauney in 1930, and they settled in his hometown of Kings Mountain, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Carl F. Mauney; daughter-in-law, Emily Fisher Mauney; and grand daughter-in-law, Rebecca Hockaday Mauney. She was a devoted wife, mother, and friend, and faithfully served God and her church. Mrs. Mauney was a fulltime homemaker, an active member of Kings Mountain Garden Club, the Kings Mountain Woman's Club, and the Home Arts Club. For over 78 years,she was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, serving on the Altar Guild, and the Women of the Church, and as a Sunday School and Bible Study Teacher. She was an extraordinary gardener, growing a bounty of fruits and vegetables for family and friends, but her expertise was as a rose horticulturist, growing over 100 varieties, which she tended and gave for celebratory events to family, friends, and the community. In 1993, Mrs. Mauney sold her home in Kings Mountain and moved to Covenant Village, a retirement community in Gastonia, NC, where she has enjoyed living, lately, one of the oldest and most admired residents. Survivors: Sons: Herman Mauney, Albuquerque, NM, Charles Mauney and wife, Lynne, Blowing Rock, NC. Daughter: Kay Berkeley and husband. Bill, Spartanburg, SC; nine grandchildren: Carl, Charles, Cathy, Kaki, Carla, Leigh, Stephen, Beth, and Jon; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Memorial Service: St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Saturday, April 5, 2008, 2:00 p.m., Rev. Bill Jeffcoat and Rev. David Lohr, officiating. Visitation: Saturday, April 5, 2008, immediately following the service at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Kings Mountain, NC . The family will also receive friends at Covenant Village, Gastonia, NC on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, 3:30 p.m. Entombment: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina. A private Entombment will be held at the family mausoleum. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 200 North Piedmont Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or Covenant Village, 1351 Robinwood Road, Gastonia, NC 28054 or to charity of donor's choice. GUEST REGISTER AVAILABLE AT WWW.HARRISFUNERALS.COM ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC
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MCGUINNESS -- Dan, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Good Friday, March 21, 2008 (THE LORD TOOK HIM ON A SPECIAL DAY) Dan was born in Los Angeles, CA on July 25, 1936. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Gavina McGuinness; sisters, Mary Jo and husband, Vicente Armijo and Theresa Ortega. Dan was loved by his sons, Anthony Ortiz, Eddie Ortiz and his daughters, Merlinda Sandoval and Ruthie Eaton. He was also loved by all his grandchildren, Laura Trujillo, Michael Torres, Marie Torres, Michelle Torres, Dee Eaton, Devon Eaton and Deseri Eaton; and great-grandchildren, Raymond Finisten, Isabella Trujillo, JC Trujillo, Mia Trujillo and Savina Eaton. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all who knew and loved him. We will all miss him very much. Mass will be held at San Felipe Church on Monday, March 31, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery .
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MEDINA -- Jackie Medina, 59, passes away on Easter, March 23, 2008. He is survived by his mother, Mary Medina; sister, Judy Medina and husband; brother, Bobby Medina and wife; and many nieces and nephews. We miss you dearly and know that you're with us all the time. We know you are at peace now. The Memorial Service will be held Thursday, March 27, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. at Riverside Funeral Home. 225 San Mateo NE. Jackie will be laid to rest at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in a private ceremony.
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MOSER -- Alice J. Moser, 78, went home to be with her Lord during a beautiful Easter sunrise, Sunday, March 23, 2008. She was at home with many family members present. Alice is survived by her husband of 59 years, Robert Moser; children, Mary Perkins and husband, Howard, of Tijeras, NM, Ruth Bidewell and husband, David, of Rio Rancho, NM, Karl Moser and wife, Jan, of Albuquerque, NM, Amy Lassiter and husband, Shane, of Abilene, TX, and Peggy Sanchez and husband, Lou, of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; niece, Laura Galbraith, of Albuquerque; and numerous other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her sons, Carey Moser and Nathan Moser; and her parents, William and Alice Christen. Alice was born on June 10, 1929, in Pueblo, Colorado. After her marriage to Bob Moser on July 7, 1948, they moved to Albuquerque in 1951 where they lovingly raised seven children. She and Bob operated Moser Studio from 1976 to 1984, where they made many friends. Alice then went to work for French Mortuary where she retired. Alice was a long-time member of Hoffmantown Church. She was very devoted to her husband, children, grandchildren, and many friends and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held at Grace Church, 6901 San Antonio Dr. NE on Friday, March 28, 2008, 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel Thursday, March 27, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be her four grandsons, Lane Perkins, Justin Sanchez, Ryan Hallmark, and Jonathan Norton, also Aaron Markland, and Steve Norton. Honorary pallbearer will be Ken Patton. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Alice's name to the Young at Heart Choir, P.O. Box 92692, Albuquerque, NM 87199. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Thu March 27, 2008