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BARBA -- Perla "Edie" Margarita Barba, age 57, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2009. She was a member of the 1st Baptist Church of Belen, Special Friends Sunday School and a Client of Adelante. Pearl was born and raised in Belen. She was the youngest child of 15 children born to Jose and Elvira Barba. Pearl attended Camino Rael Inc., TMH Program (Trainable Mentally Handicapped) in Belen where she learned many skills. Upon Adelante's celebration of 25 years, Pearl was recognized as an Adelante Founder in Belen for her great strides toward her personal goals. While working at Bargain Center, she was awarded employee of the year several times. After Pearl's parents passed away, her sisters, Naomi Sanchez and Domie Loughlin were her caregivers. Pearl's greatest joy was spending time with her family, nieces, nephews, attending church services, getting her hair done at the beauty shop and buying her coca-cola. Pearl lived a wonderful full life. She had a beautiful personality and was loved by all. She will be greatly missed. We are richer for having her in our lives. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Jose and Elvira Barba; and three brothers, Raymond, Mike and Elias. Perla is survived by her loving sisters, Naomi Sanchez of Belen, Josephine Gurule and husband, Raymond of Barstow, CA, Lydia Romo and husband, George of Edgewood, NM, Domie Loughlin and husband, Andy and Phoebe Lucero of Albuquerque; brothers, Samuel Barba and wife, Alma of Las Cruces, NM, Richard Barba of Barstow, CA, Joel Barba and Letie of Los Angeles, CA, Phillip Barba of Albuquerque, John Barba and wife, Judy of Casa Colorada, NM, Benjamin Barba of Clovis, NM; sister-in-law, Angie Barba of Belen; 14 nieces; 18 nephews; 27 great-nieces, 36 great-nephews; nine great-great-nieces; and six great-great-nephews. All Services will be held at the 1st Baptist Church of Belen, beginning with a viewing on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. with a Funeral Service to be held at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Boyd Morerod, Bruce Baker and Andy Viera officiating. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel and Andrew Sanchez, Vincent Lucero, Jonathon and Timothy Barba and Levi Gurule. Honorary Pallbearers will be Melissa Fender, Cynthia Hoffecker, Joey, John, Javier, Jacob and Elias Barba, Jr., Art and Mark Fender. Sign Perla's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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BARELA -- Cicilio Gabby Barela of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully from the arms of his loving family and of His Lord on Friday, February 27, 2009. Gabby was born on January 21, 1951 in Albuquerque, NM to Remijio and Lucy Barela. He was survived by his mother Lucy Barela, his daughters Melissa Benavidez, Stephanie Quintana and husband Anthony, his granddaughter Mariah Lujan, his sons Christopher and Brian Barela, grandson Lakai Salizar. Gabby is also survived by his brother Remjio Barela Jr. and wife Arlene; sister Rita Candelaria and husband Leroy; sister Fela B. Castaneda; brother Emilio Barela and wife Karla; brother Ernest Barela and wife Veronica; 11 nephews and seven nieces. He was preceded in death by father Remijio Barela and sister Laura Barela. Gabby began his career with Creamland Dairy before serving the City of Albuquerque for over 20 years both in the Transit and Water Authority Departments. Gabby loved to sing, dance, and make music with his family and friends. His weekends and free time were always filled with activities such as hiking, fishing, bowling, and going to the movies with his granddaughter Mariah. Rosary and viewing will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 309 Stover Ave SW (4th and Stover). Mass will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., also at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Gabby was a loving father who was loved unconditionally by his family. He will be missed in every part of their lives and will be thought of daily until they are one day reunited. Please visit our online guest book for Gabby at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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CHAVIRA -- Felix G. Chavira, age 63, a resident of Los Chavez, NM, and formerly of Tome, NM, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2009 surrounded by his loving family when the Lord called him home. He was a member of the Catholic Church. Felix was a decorated Vietnam conflict veteran. He was a recipient of the Bronze Star, along with many other combat ribbons and metals. He was a loving husband and adoring father and grandfather. His family meant everything to him. He loved the outdoors and always enjoyed when all of his family were together. He was preceded in death by his mother, Reina (Marquez) Chavira; father, Ramon Chavira; nephew, Carlos Chavira; and grandparents, Francisco and Rosela (Perea) Marquez. Felix is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Kathy (Otero) Chavira; two daughters, Jennifer and Stephanie Chavira; granddaughter, McKenna Chavira-Sarrett; and brother, Manuel Chavira and wife, Francis and their family. He is also survived by several loving aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, in Tome on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Tome Catholic Cemetery. Urnbearers will be his two daughters, Jennifer and Stephanie. Sign Felix's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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CONRAD -- Walter E. Conrad, age 75, died unexpectedly in his sleep, February 28, 2009 at his home in Albuquerque. A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Mr. Conrad spent most of his life in the Southwest and settled in Albuquerque in 1996. He was a graduate of the University of Utah and worked as a mining engineer for Kerr-McGee in Grants, Conoco in Denver, CO, United Nuclear Corp. in Church Rock near Gallup, Paraho Mining Co. in Colorado and mined coal near Glenwood Springs, CO. An avid outdoorsman, he hunted elk, deer, bobcat, quail, turkey and antelope. He was an Army veteran, and served in the Korean War. Prior to his death, he was building a Geodesic Dome home near the Rio Grande. Mr. Conrad is survived by his four daughters; Mary Katherine Conrad and husband Rick Nobles of Pleasanton, CA, Susan Conrad and husband Joe Musick of Acworth, GA. Karen Laun and husband John, and Jeanne Ronquillo and husband Mark, both of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren; brothers, Alton and Jack Conrad; and nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary Westside Chapel. Interment of Cremated Remains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Planned Parenthood, www.plannedparenthood.org, Salvation Army, www.salvationarmy.org or American Civil Liberties Union, www.aclu-nm.org Please visit our online guest book for Walter at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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CONTY -- Lillian Conty, 94, resident of Albuquerque since 1937, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2009 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her daughters, Rosemary Cox and Virginia Conway and husband, Bob all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Christine Conway of Albuquerque and Vincent Conway of De Kalb, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Jimmy Conty. She was the sixth of eight children, all predeceased, born to immigrant parents of San Stefano, Sicily, Italy. Lillian was a true caregiver and nurtured many family and friends throughout her life. She loved people, and her family was the center of her world. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A memorial Mass will be celebrated Thursday, March 5, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at Mount Calvary Cemetery Chapel, 1900 Edith Blvd NE. Interment of cremated remains will follow. Should friends desire, please make contributions to Hospice de la Luz, 3812 Academy Pkwy North NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718, or the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Lillian at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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CORCORAN -- Kathryn (Katie) Louise Corcoran, age 44, passed away suddenly from a systemic infection on Saturday February 28, 2009. She is survived by her best friend and love of her life of 27 years, Randy L. Corcoran and her sons Ryan (11) and John (9). She leaves behind her parents Les and Joyce Croughan; sisters Alison (Bruce) Davies, Heather (Reggie) Russell; brothers Andy (Wendy) Croughan and Scott (Deb) Croughan; father-in -law Tom Corcoran, and the late Nancy Corcoran; sisters-in-law Kelly (Stephen) Patterson, Darcy (Mark) Savage and brother-in-law Chris Corcora; and many nieces and nephews. Katie was a 1982 graduate of Highland High School and graduated Summa Cum Laude from St. Mary's University in San, Antonio, Texas, 1986. She married in 1988. She spent her career as Vice President of Downey & Company Insurance and Bonds working with her dear friend and mentor Roger Downey. Though she excelled and valued her career, her zest for life and devotion to family and friends were unsurpassed. Katie enjoyed every moment with her boys, "Rhino" aka "her Babycakes" and her little "Burrito Boy" aka "Boogerboy" and "Juanitoad". She was so proud of her boys and her most precious time was the afternoon shuttle rides with them where she was able to experience their day. Katie was a tireless supporter of numerous causes and touched many lives. Anyone fortunate to have received the "Katie hug" will know that they have been touched by an angel. Her family will never be able to replace their "delicate flower" or "hot chick" as she so self-proclaimed. Rosary service will be held Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima with funeral mass on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. also at Our Lady of Fatima, 4020 Lomas Blvd, NE in Albuquerque. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Our Lady of Fatima School Fund- 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Katie at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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DURAN -- Patrick (Pat/Gene) E. Duran, 54, passed away February 28, 2009 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with his loving mother, Mary Martinez and family, at his side. Patrick was born on September 13, 1954 in Santa Fe, NM, living in Albuquerque since 1957. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Mary and Rudy Martinez; brothers, Dino and Leroy Martinez; children, Daniel and Ernesto; many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Services Carlisle Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m., with inurnment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dino Martinez, Leroy Martinez, Daniel Anaya and Richard Trujillo. Patrick's Services are in the care of: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188 Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com
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EAVES -- Billy B. Eaves, 79, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, March 1, 2009. He is survived by his sons, Kenny Eaves and wife, Casey, Chauncey Eaves and wife, Susan; granddaughters, Dawn Craig and husband, Stephen, Jennifer Ryan and husband, Nathanel; grandsons, Liam Eaves, Chance Young; great-grandchildren Elizabeth Marie Craig, Madison Nicole Craig and Elliott James Ryan. Mr. Eaves is preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn R. Eaves. Billy worked for many years as a Parts Manager for Ford Dealerships. After his retirement, he was very active with Bear Canyon Senior Center. Mr. Eaves was a Mason and a Shriner. He loved to play golf and he also enjoyed big band music. Billy was the #1 New York Yankee's fan. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Service will be Thursday, 11:00 a.m. at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. N.E. Please visit our online guestbook for Billy at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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GARCIA -- Samuel Lucero Garcia, 86 years old, went to be with our Lord on Friday, February 27, 2009. Sam was born on June 6, 1922 to Francisco and Delfinia Garcia in Tijeras, NM. He had five beloved brothers: Modesto, Antonio, Patricio, Fernando, Emedio; and one sister, Costancia, and several nieces and nephews. Sam enlisted in the United States Army in the 710th Tank Battalion in 1942 at the age of 20. Throughout his life, Sam was an accomplished musician playing several instruments in many different bands, including Los Coronados, The Desperados, The Emeralds, and Los Crystales. Sam was blessed with seven children: Mary Lou (Joe), Geneva (Mike), David (Denise), Kathy (Arthur), Emilio (Josie), Samra (Jeff), and Charlene (David). He had 29 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and 22 great-great- grandchildren. He is also survived by his companion, Marcella Cisneros. Sam was a devoted Catholic with Holy Family Parish. Sam was blessed with many relatives and friends. Our family would especially like to thank all the staff at Princeton Place who were so wonderful and caring to our Dad. We will truly miss our Dad's humor, wisdom and song. We love you, Dad. Be at peace with God and watch over all of us. A Viewing and Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 in the Palm Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave SE. Deacon Edgar Torres will recite the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. following the Visitation. The Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE with Rev. Fr. John Thomas Lane presiding. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Orlando Duran, Dean Campbell, Delfinio Garcia, David Montoya, Jeff Novak and Joe Cruz Herrera. Honorary Pallbearers will be all his grandsons. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-243-5222
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JENNINGS -- John Jennings was born on March 4, 1933 and passed away on January 23, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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KING -- Elizabeth King was born on September 11, 1929 and passed away on February 23, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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MCCAIN -- Jay Peter McCain, 73, passed away on February 14, 2009. Jay Peter McCain graduated from the New Mexico Military Institute in 1954, later earning a degree from UCLA in psychology and philosophy. He worked for the Dept. of Women and Children in Santa Fe for many years, then moved to Albuquerque, and was employed by the UNM Children's Psychiatric Hospital until retiring. He was a film buff, keeping up with all the latest releases and collecting many DVDs. He appreciated good food, beautiful music, family and friends. He is survived by his sister, Bernice Fiske; nephew, Lionel Fiske; a great-niece and great-nephew Jennifer and David Fiske. Friends are invited to honor him with a toast at the Tap Room, Friday, March 6, 4:30 p.m.
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NELSON -- Norine Nelson, 45, native of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, February 28, 2009. She is survived by her daughter Kaleigh Wright; her mom, Nancy Talley; her dad, Orval Talley; her husband, Lee Wombold; brothers Gary, Robin, and Randy Talley, her sister Christy Lujan and their families. Norine was a bright flower and had a kind word for everyone she met. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas location, at 3:30 p.m., on Thursday, March 5, 2009. Norines' family would like to invite guests to gather following the service at her mom's home for refreshments. Please visit the guestbook for Norine at RememberTheirStory.com. French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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NOLAND -- Kenneth L. Noland, age 68, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2009. He was born in Coffeyville, Kansas and served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1962. Kenneth retired from GE in 1997. He was preceded in death by his mother Alfrie Noland; his father James Noland; one brother, Jimmie Noland; grandparents, Rachel Longacre and Frank Longacre; one daughter, Sharita Green; and one son, Greg Lewis, one son-in-law Raymond Thorton. He is survived by his wife, Jean Noland; one son James Noland and wife Marla Noland-Peters; seven daughters, Alfreda Noland, Andrea Noland, Abbie Thornton, Sharon Truitt, Linda Brown, Frances Morgan and husband Hershel Morgan, Etta Lewis;two sisters Delores Noland and Margie White; 28 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren. Visitation was held 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Monday, March 2, 2009, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 305 47th Street NW, Albuquerque. Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Online condolences can be submitted at www.danielsfuneral.com Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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PADILLA -- Gilbert F. Padilla, 67, was born on December 8, 1941 and raised in Albuquerque. He was called to heaven Saturday, February 28, 2009 surrounded by his loving family and friends at the Presbyterian Hospital. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., at Queen of Angels Chapel at 12th St. NW and I40. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming NE Albuquerque, NM. Services are pending at this time and have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505)884-1188 Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com
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RICHARDS -- Marian Fay Cardon Richards, age 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died on Sunday, March 1, 2009, of natural causes due to old age at the Beehive house in Albuquerque. She is survived by two sons, Michael Richards and wife, Margaret Tiffin of Germany, and Bart Richards and wife, Shannon of Sinking Springs, PA; and her twin daughters, Jean Burnham and husband, Kim of Stillwater, OK, and Joan Langholf and husband Dever of Albuquerque; and her two sisters, Phyllis Thomas and husband Bill of Carson City, NV and Jean Stewart of Ogden, UT. She was the grandmother to 14 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Fay was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Lee R. Richards; a son, Bruce; a daughter, Marian Albright; and a brother, Walter Earl Cardon. She was born in Ogden, Utah on July 9, 1916 and was the first of three daughters of Walter Arnold and Mabel Anne Moore Cardon. Her love and talent was music; playing piano and organ for family and church since her teen years. Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of latter Day Saints Kachina Chapel, 6009 Kachina NW, on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale SE. Funeral arrangements are being handled by French Mortuary, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW. Please visit our online guest book for Marian at RememberTheirStory.com. French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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RICHARDS -- Ron Richards, 66 years old, a long time resident of Albuquerque, died unexpectedly Sunday, March 1, 2009. He is survived by his fiancee Marlyn Milne; daughter Ronna-Shay Richards and grandson Wyatt, and daughter Kris Seybold and husband Tom, and grandson Kasen; sister Judy Peterson and her husband Brian; brothers Lloyd Richards and Mike Richards and his wife Barbara, and "special daughter," Paula, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Ron was preceded in death by his parents; and brother Chuck Richards and his wife Joanne. He was the owner and operator of Richards Automotive & Tire in Ladera Shopping Center. The Service will be held at French Mortuary at 9300 Golf Course Road NW on March 4, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions can be made to the National Children's Leukemia Foundation 1-800-GIVE-HOPE (800-448-3467) or the American Diabetes Association 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383). Please visit our online guest book for Ron at RememberTheirStory.com. French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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ROMERO -- Lorenza Romero For the happy times we shared through the years, for the love, the laughter and the tears. For the special things only you did, For all these things we will miss. Time and space may separate us, but our love knows no end. I'm proud to have called you my sister, but happier when I called you my friend. Our sister, Lorenza Romero, went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2009. She was born on August 5, 1953. She is the daughter of the late Juanita and Felipe Tafoya. She will be deeply missed and dearly remembered by her brothers and sisters, Albert Tafoya, Guadalupe Tafoya, Teresa Tafoya, Martha Tafoya, Lourdes Ochoa, Jessica Tafoya, Francisco Tafoya and Tillie Tafoya. God made us brothers and sisters, but our hearts made us friends. Go sister and dwell in the place of the Lord.
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SANCHEZ -- Betty P. Sanchez, 73, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 28, 2009. Mrs. Sanchez is survived by her daughter, Anna Ulibarri and husband, Frank; her sisters, Theresa Martinez, Mary Lou Chavez, JoAnn Duran and husband, Andrew; her aunt, Stella Castillo; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Sanchez was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Thursday, March 5, 2009 from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with a Communion Service at 11:00 a.m. Interment of cremains will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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SANCHEZ -- Erlinda C. Sanchez, age 77, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2009. All Services will be held at San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas, beginning with a recitation of the most Holy Rosary on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2009, also at San Clemente Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Inurnment will be held at a later date. An online guest register is available at www.riversideofbelen.com
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SILVA -- Agustin Silva, age 86, a native New Mexican, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 1, 2009. Funeral Services are pending and will be announced. Those who wish to send condolences may visit www.danielsfuneral.com Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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SIMMS -- Jesse Holmes Simms, 81, died March 1, 2009 at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque after a brief illness, surrounded by family and friends. He was born on July 29, 1927 in Chicago, IL to Lacy and Marcia Holmes Simms, their third and youngest child. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother Robert Lacy Simms. Jesse is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marian; sister Ruth Simms Miksovic and brother-in-law John Miksovic; daughter Ruth Ellen Simms and former son-in-law Davis Lee, and son David Louis Simms; three grandchildren, David Louis Simms, Jr., Megan Elizabeth Simms Waldron and husband Jimmy, and Katy Lynn Simms Lee; great-granddaughters Alyssa Jewell Gearlds and Chloe Elizabeth Waldron; and many nieces and nephews. Jesse graduated from Park College and attended Westminster Choir College, and served four years in the United States Air Force. He was a life-long church musician. He worked for the United States Army, retiring as a systems analyst in 1992. He was a member of Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Presbyterian Church, in Jesse's honor. Services will be held for Jesse at Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at 2:00 p.m., at Immanuel Presbyterian, 114 Carlisle Blvd. SE. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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TALLOUZI -- Daniel Eugene Tallouzi, S. Sgt., age 24, beloved and devoted son, brother, nephew, and friend was born May 12, 1984. Daniel passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2009 in Albuquerque as a result of injuries received during a Mortar Attack while a member of the 4-4 Aviation Battalion of the 4th Infantry Division. He was born in Bryan, TX and raised in the Albuquerque North Valley. Daniel attended North Valley Schools and graduated in May 2002 from Valley High School where he was a member of the Valley High School Football Team as a Lineman. Daniel enlisted into the Army upon graduation. He was assigned to the 4th Infantry Division where he completed Army Basic and AIT. He deployed to Iraq in October 2005 and on September 25, 2006 was seriously wounded in a Mortar Attack. Daniel's ordeal after being wounded was outlined in a book titled "Pediatrician Soldier". Daniel is survived by his loving and devoted mother, Mary Tallouzi; his sister, Jennifer Quinteros of Rio Rancho; his brother Christopher Quinteros and wife Cornelia of Harker Heights, TX; uncles Mariano Aguirre and wife Christella (Chris) of Rio Rancho, Francisco Aguirre and wife Linda of Alamogordo, NM, Martin Aguirre and wife Demaris of Lubbock, TX, Domingo Aguirre and wife Cathy of San Antonio, TX; aunts, Sister Pauline Aguirre, Superior General Franciscan Sisters of Mercy, Palma De Mallorca Spain, Natalie Ohnesorge and husband Danny of Enid, OK. Also surviving are other numerous relatives in Texas and California; and a host of friends. Daniel will be greatly missed by all whose hearts he touched. He will always be remembered as a quiet, tall, dark, and handsome young man, with a big heart, who honored us all by serving OUR country. Visitations will be Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel Ave., NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Military Honors will be accorded by the Army National Guard. Those who wish to send condolences may visit www.danielsfuneral.com Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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TURK -- Thad H. Turk, 74, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Annette Gutierrez Turk; children, Dana L. Turk and wife, Heidi (deceased March 2, 2009) of Mt. Vernon, IA, James B. Turk and wife, Lisa of Albuquerque, Michael Turk and wife, April of Falls Church, VA, and Heather Foster of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Heather Clark, Shadron Smith, Lauren Turk, Elexia Turk, Danetta Ramey, Janek and Kayleigh Turk, Riley and Madison Turk, and Ryan Kendricks; brother, James E. Turk and wife, Marlene of Powell, WY; aunt, Mary Margaret Dudley and husband, Bob of St. Helena, OR; good friend, Betty Jean Turk of Rio Rancho. He was preceded in death by his parents, Berlyn H. and Doris Dawson Turk; sister, Lois. Thad was born March 15, 1934 in Sheridan, WY. He received the Masonic 50 year Golden Veterans Award in 2005 from the Sheridan, WY Lodge. His greatest pride was being "Grandpa." He felt his greatest professional achievement was helping to bring wealth to the heirs of the Atrisco Land Grant through its sale in 2006. Interment of cremated remains will take place Thursday, March 5, 2009, 11:00 a.m., at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Thad at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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ZACHARY -- Charles "Chuck" E. Zachary, 47, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2009. He was preceded in death by his son Charles. He is survived by his parents; Charles and Lucille Zachary, his daughter Camilla, his siblings; Roberta, Russell, Judy and Lorie and her husband Dean Baas and many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held at the 8th Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 beginning at 5:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., also at the 8th Street Chapel and Mass of Christian Burial will celebrated on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 9:00 a.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. 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 87102 505-243-5222
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