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PRICE -- Irvin Lee Price, 50, of Albuquerque, went Home on Monday, March 24, 2008. He was born December 4, 1957 in El Paso, TX. He was the best father and husband that God could have given to his family. He was self sacrificing and always thought of others first. Irvin Lee and his four brothers were raised by their grandmother, Lillian Hyvari in Carlsbad, NM. He married the former Elaine Loman on September 29, 1979 in Carlsbad. Irvin Lee was preceded in death by his mother and grandmother. He is survived by his wife of over 28 years; 2 sons, Jonathan and Derek both of the home; 4 brothers, Cloyd and his wife Debby, of Edgewood, Dennis and his wife Venita of Odessa, TX, Andy and Cherie of Midland, TX, and Gary, of Odessa, TX; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am Friday, March 28, 2008 at First Family Church, 4701 Wyoming NE with Pastor Galen Woodward officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Irvin Lee's name to Vision to Destiny, 4701 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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RHODEN -- Kenneth Doyle Rhoden, 86, of Albuquerque peacefully passed away Saturday March 22, 2008. Services will be held Saturday, March 29, 2008, 11:00 a.m., at Sandia Church of the Nazarene, 8216 Central SE. Burial will be held Monday, March 31, 2008, 10:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, March 28, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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SALAZAR -- Gino Salazar, 31, unexpectedly passed away on Monday, March 24, 2008. He was preceded in death by his Uncle Jimmy. Gino is survived by his wife, Peggy; his three daughters, Maria, Kimberly, and Kayla; his son, Isaac; his mother, Kathy; his brother, T.J Montano and wife, Pumpkin; brother, Danny Salazar and wife, Jobena; brother-in-law, Pete Chavez; and sister-in-law, Elena and husband, Lawrence Gurule; nephews, John John, Lody, Angelo, Santiago, Elijiah, and Alec; nieces, Gabrielle,Delilah, Savanna, Savannah, and Mia; and Goddaughter, Felicity. Gino was a long time resident of Albuquerque. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. Gino loved to go fishing, giving tattoos, and spending time with his family. He had a great sense of humor, a loving smile, and was willing to lend a helping hand when ever needed. He was a master stone mason. He loved to play video games and was a little kid at heart. Gino will be truly missed by his family and friends. Viewing Services will be held Thursday, March 27, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. at French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be held Friday, March 28, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. also at French Mortuary. He will be laid to rest at Mt. Calvary. Pallbearers will be John John Garcia, Lody Gurule, Gilbert Garcia, Michael Romero, Ralphie Romero, Ray Marquez. Honorary Pallbearers, Lawrence Gurule, Angelo Montano, David Chavez, and David Salazar.
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STARR -- Sandra (nee Moore), longtime resident of Texas, Oregon, and New Mexico, passed away on March 24, 2008, at Presbyterian Hospice in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Third of five children, Sandra was born on June 24, 1943, to Donald W. Moore and Vera Juanita Pickens, in Abilene, Texas. The family moved to Hereford in 1950, and Sandra graduated from Hereford High School in 1961. Sandra attended McMurry College and Baylor University and held a degree in Religion and Psychology from Eastern New Mexico University. In 1963, Sandra married Philip Anson Wolcott. Before moving with their two young daughters to the Pacific Northwest, Sandra worked at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. In Eugene, Oregon, where the family lived for many years, Sandra was employed by CH2M Hill. Coming to Albuquerque in the early 1980s, Sandra first worked for UNM library, then began a career as a highly regarded trainer in Organizational Communication, developing curricula and conducting classes at Kirtland Air Force Base, Lovelace Medical Center, Sandia Laboratory, and other local entities. In the course of this work, Sandra became associated with the Albuquerque Mediation Alliance, where she went on to serve as Executive Director. She subsequently directed a federally-funded pilot program at Albuquerque's East San Jose Elementary School, initiating a much-admired children's gardening program known as the Jardineros Project. Pursuing her interest in children, Sandra earned certification from the English Nanny and Governess Training School in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and spent several years in this capacity for families in San Francisco and Palm Beach, Florida. She returned to Albuquerque in 2005 to devote herself to the care of her father, who, along with her mother, were residents of Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village. Sandra's lifelong focus was on building bonds with those around her, confirming the web of connections linking family, friends, and the world at large. Music played a key role in this: in addition to playing the piano, Sandra had a lovely voice and especially appreciated classical music and opera. Literature was equally essential to her, especially poetry. Sandra was a lover of animals and of nature. She had uncanny empathy and great patience. She touched the lives of those around her with compassion and vibrancy. Sandra Starr is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Larry Don Moore. She is survived by her brothers, Pickens Moore (Gallup, NM), and Cyrus Moore (New York, NY); by her sister, Amanda Moore (Santa Fe, NM); by her daughters, Robin Wolcott and Holly Reilly (both of Seattle, WA); and by ten grandchildren, with the eleventh joyfully anticipated in May. Two well-loved grand-dogs, Stella and Spencer, are among those left behind. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2008, in the Chapel of Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Presbyterian Hospice Foundation.
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STILES -- Lisette Stiles was born October 17, 1910 and passed away March 19, 2008. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE 764-9663 www.riversidefunerals.com
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TEDESCO -- Salvatore J. (Ted) Tedesco, 96, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2008. He was born May l6, l911 to Giachino and Maria Gracia Gullo Tedesco, who had immigrated from Aliminusa, Sicily. He grew up in W. Irving, NY, near Buffalo, attending a one-room schoolhouse and then Hutchinson HS in Buffalo. He graduated from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, TX with a BS in Chemistry. He married Eleanor Beaven in l935 and their daughter, Christine, was born in l937. In l941, Ted was commissioned as a Second Lt. in the US Army Air Corps Chemical Warfare Branch. He was assigned to posts in Maryland, Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, California, New Mexico, Alaska, and Germany , including the Occupation and the Berlin Air Lift. In 1949, he transferred to Special Weapons and participated in atomic tests in Nevada and the Pacific. In l962, he retired as a Lt. Col. with 20 years service, taught math in the Abuquerque schools, and then Civil Preparedness for UNM Extension. In l978, he married Mary Margaret Platt, truly the love of his life, and was lovingly adopted by her large family. Ted loved to hunt and fish; he was a skilled bowler, and won blue ribbons for his wood carvings. He enjoyed gardening and golf. He was active in the Lions Clubs in Tijeras and Albuquerque, serving as chapter President twice. He was always kind and generous and had a great sense of humor. Truly a gentleman and loved by all who knew him. He is survived by his daughter, Christine Horner (husband Terry); and four grandchildren: Michael Horner (wife Susan Morath and their daughters Grace and Fiona), Julie Horner Oksas (husband Steve and their daughters Christine and Kate), Sarah Horner (Robert Bell and their daughter Julia), James Horner (wife Elizabeth McBee and their daughters Claire and Emma). Ted's adoptive family includes Mary Margaret's daughters, Janet Blackman (husband Jac), Charlene Baker (husband Robert), and Sherri Williams (husband Bill); grandchildren, Kelli Murphy (husband Doug), Keith Myers, Kim Navarro, Shefford Baker (wife Julie), Kory Baker (wife Babbi), Shenda Baker (husband Jim Stirling), Janine Cassidy (husband Steve), and Bryan Williams; plus numerous great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. The family is especially grateful to our dear friend Katie Stevenson, Ted's AmberCare Hospice team, and Mr. Teno Vazquez of A New Day assisted living. A Memorial Service, in celebration of Ted's life will be held Friday March 28, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. at The Montebello, l0500 Academy Blvd. NE. Friends are welcome.
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TEMPLETON -- Lillian Templeton, 92, died March 23, 2008, in Clovis. She is survived by her children, Joe Templeton and wife, Rosemary, Paul Templeton and wife, Rose, Chuck Templeton and wife, Natalie, Laura Dixon and husband, Eugene, Mae Sulier, Dollie Lavan and husband, Jim, Marie Crawford, and Faye Dingess and husband, Bo; 34 grandchildren, 63 great- grandchildren; and 60 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Vie, Stella, Clara, Beulah, and Lucy; and brothers, Tubby, Charlie, and Raymond. Mrs. Templeton was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Paul O. Templeton; sons, Richard, Floyd and Buzzy; brothers, Eugene and Jimmy. Lillian was a faithful wife and loving mother and will be dearly missed. Graveside services will be held Friday, March 28, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park , 924 Menaul NE. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, March 27, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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WALLA -- Myrna Louise Walla, beloved sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother died on March 20, 2008, at the age of 71 after a brief illness. Myrna is survived by her brother, Ken Langston and sisters, Shirley Lindsey and Yvonne Timblin. Myrna is also survived by her son Mike and wife, Amy Walla; son, Jeff and wife, Missy Walla; daughter, Lisa Walla; her three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Myrna worked at Sandia National Laboratories for thirty-seven years before her retirement in 2002. Myrna was born and raised in western Nebraska where she grew to love gardening and family. She enjoyed these in retirement and will be dearly missed by her loved ones. Cremation has taken place and while no public services will be held memorial donations can be made in her name to the Big Brothers & Big Sisters Inc. at 5400 Phoenix Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 in lieu of flowers. The family will hold private services at a later date.
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WALTERS -- Byrdie Sue Walters, age 72, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, March 22, 2008. She was born on May 15, 1935, to Alden and Esther Hodges in St. Louis, MO. Byrdie Sue was a long time member of Del Norte Baptist Church and helped as a day care worker. She worked with the Boy Scouts, the Girl Scouts, and the Cub Scouts for over 31 years. Byrdie Sue always loved and cherished her family. her smile and hugs will be missed, but not forgotten. She is survived by her husband, W. Dean Walters, of 54 years of marriage; their children, Dean A Walters, Susan Flores and husband, Timothy, Mary Lynn Owens and close friend, Joe Owens, and Mark Walters and wife, Mendi. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; her brother, Alden B. Hodges, Jr and wife, Joyce; and her Aunt Anna May Mason. Byrdie Sue is preceded in death by her sister, Mary Esther Swaim; and her Uncle Wesley; and Aunt Naomi Peace. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE, with Pastor Robert E. Myers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donation can be made to your favorite charity. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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WILSON -- Melvin Harvey Wilson, age 71, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2008 in the arms of his wife Jane and kids Jeff and Jan after a short painless battle with pulmonary fibrosis. We're sure that as Mel peacefully crossed over he was happily greeted by his mother Blanche, son Greg and many others who made the journey to the other side before him. Mel was born in Highlands, NC and was a resident of NM since 1945. Mel was well-known to many in the community through his business, American Bath Remodeling, and later from working as a plumber with his son, Jeff, which he greatly enjoyed. Mel will be remembered for his good nature, humor and excellent work. He loved to work around his home, fixing things, remodeling, and tinkering with projects. He loved to do yard work and keep his yards beautiful. Neighbors and friends will remember how he loved to sit and soak up the sun in front of his house every morning. He also loved to get a chocolate malt at Sonic. Mel was very easy-going and informal and didn't want a funeral or memorial service. He would have preferred that friends and loved ones instead go to Sonic and toast him with a chocolate malt and remember him as he was in life. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, neighbors and two beloved dogs. Mel is survived by his dad, Albert Wilson of Espanola, NM wife Jane and son Jeff Wilson, both of Albuquerque; daughter Jan Wilson of Los Angeles, CA; sister Myrtice Wieser of San Diego, CA and sister Patricia Landon and husband John of Los Lunas, NM; three granddaughters Brittany Wilson of Albuquerque, Tori Wilson of Bernalillo, NM, Tara Terry and husband, Seth Terry of Modesto, CA and many other extended family. Cremation has taken place and his cremains will be interred in a private ceremony into his son Greg's burial plot at Sandia Memory Gardens. Mel's family would like to thank the entire staff at Presbyterian ICU for their kindness and excellent care. Thank you to everyone for your love and prayers. We love you, Mel. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Thu March 27, 2008