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BERNARDI -- Patricia Anne Bernardi, nee Manley, passed away on March 19, 2009. Patricia was born November 18, 1938, and raised in Rising Sun, Indiana and Cincinnati, Ohio. She graduated from Withrow High School, Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1956 and attended the University of Cincinnati. Patricia graduated in 1961 from Our Lady of Cincinnati, Ohio, which became Edgecliff College, now part of Xavier University. She married Mr. Dominic J. Bernardi, Jr. on June 23, 1962 (46 yrs.). Her parents Dr. Charles Norman Manley and Leah Kathleen Kirk Manley preceded her in death. She is survived by her devoted husband, Dominic J. Bernardi, Jr of Albuquerque, NM, her loving children, a daughter, Leah R. Sundquist of Canby, OR and husband David; son, Dominic J. Bernardi III and wife Maureen Smith of Alexandria, VA; one sister, Myra Loyce (Manley) Riefle and husband Glenn of Cincinnati, OH; brother, Norman Kirk Manley, Sr. and wife Bonnie of Cumberland Gap, TN; and her mother-in-law Mrs. Bruna Bernardi of Pasadena, CA; and granddaughter, Nana, was very special to, Brianna R. Sundquist. She also leaves two nieces, two nephews and one great-nephew. Patricia Anne lived a full life emulating the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority creed of service, education, and being humble in her successes. Besides being a full time loving mother, Pat spent 31 years of teaching, mentoring, being a mother and dedicated service to many students of The Summit Country Day School in Cincinnati, Ohio, Morehead, Lincoln Middle and Franklin High Schools in El Paso, TX and retired in 1995. During her teaching career, she volunteered on several committees of Special Education services for the El Paso Independent School District. Pat was also a long-time member of the Kappa Chapter, The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International of professional educators. "Mrs. Bernardi" as many of her students called her, always found the good in everyone, told all children that the word "Can't" is not in the vocabulary, and to always "try." She strove for the best; expected the best and received the best; always hugging and loving the children she taught. Her happiest teaching moments were when one of her Special education students mainstreamed or became successful adults. Pat was an active Girl and Boy Scout leader for many years, including a large troop of young girls. While living in El Paso, TX, Pat was a member of the Officers Wives Club of Ft. Bliss and volunteered for the American Red Cross, Young Matrons Club, Women's Club, Art Show Committee member of the Southwestern International Livestock Show and Rodeo, and the El Paso Rehabilitation Center's annual Christmas Street "Festival of Trees" decorating trees and other countless activities associated with assisting children. In Albuquerque she was an active member of Art Committee of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra's annual Vintage Albuquerque Fine Wine and Art Auction and lastly, and the Assistance League of Albuquerque. She was our foundation and she was "the greatest of all things". Rosary Service will be held at French's Mortuary, Lomas Chapel, at 6:00 p.m., March 27, 2009. A Mass of Resurrection celebrating her life will be held at the Aquinas Newman Catholic Center at the University of New Mexico, 1815 Las Lomas, at 10:00 a.m. on March 28, 2009 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Family interment service will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The Aquinas Newman Center or The Assistance League of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Please visit the online guestbook for Patricia at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. 505-275-3500
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BREWER -- Gwendolyn Brewer, age 88, beloved and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, entered into Eternal Rest, Tuesday, March 24, 2009. Visitations will be this morning (Friday) from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services - Alameda Mortuary, where Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho. 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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CHAVES -- Mildred Marie Chaves, 87, of Laguna Pueblo, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2009. She is survived by two sons, John Chaves and wife, Goldie of Tallahassee, FL, Glenn Chaves and wife, Diane of Henderson, NV; eight grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was a faithful member of the Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Mildred was preceded in death by her husband, Max in 2007; and one son, Allen Fred in 1967. Mildred was born in Claremore, OK on Thursday, October 13, 1921, a daughter to the late Andrew and Ethel Burton. Mildred was a lady of great courage and conviction; she had a great love for her country and was very active in politics all her life. She was known to be "fiesty" and dedicated to the causes in which she believed. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 27, 2009 at 10:30 a.m., at French-University Chapel, 1111 University Blvd NE with interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. The family will greet friends at French - University Chapel, 1111 University Blvd NE, Friday from 9:30 a.m. until Service time. Memorial donations may be sent to Heartland Hospice, 423 W. Santa Fe, Avenue #C, Grants, NM 87020. Please visit our online guestbook for Mildred at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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GONZALES -- Katherine "Kathy" Gonzales, a resident of Albuquerque, entered into eternal rest on March 2, 2009. She was born Katherine Jeanette Mitchell in Fort Hood, Texas, on March 24, 1949. She spent her early years in Fort Hood, Texas; Anchorage, Alaska; Fort Lewis, Washington as she traveled with her Army family. As a young girl, she loved to fish. Her teen years were spent in San Antonio, Texas, where she graduated from cosmetology school, and then in Oklahoma. She took pride in her Scottish, Irish and Canary Islander heritage. The mid-seventies brought her to Albuquerque, where she married Wayne Gonzales on January 24, 1975; worked for General Electric, and later established her own business, American Made Dental Lab. Kathy was an avid painter, crafter, and reader; and enjoyed her pets. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Gonzales; and by her parents, Neal F. Mitchell Sr., and Gertrude B. De La Zerda-Mitchell. She is also survived by her brother-and sister-in-law, Neal and Linda Mitchell; niece Misty Mitchell-Arispe; nephew Shane N. Mitchell; and great-nephew Shane A. Mitchell (all of San Antonio, Texas). She is also survived by numerous brother-and sister-in laws, including Carl and Carmen Gonzales of Albuquerque and Mike Gonzales of California; and numerous nieces and nephews. Kathys cremains will be buried with her husband. A Memorial Service will be held at Heights 7th Day Adventist church, 4920 Wyoming NE at 11:00am March 29, 2009. Graveside service to follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE. Those who wish to send condolences may do so to linaiam@aol.com. Arrangements were entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOM OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE (505)764-9663
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GONZALES -- Wayne Gonzales, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, entered into eternal rest on March 2, 2009. Wayne was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 24, 1946. He retired from General Electric in 2006. He is survived by his brothers; Mike Gonzales Jr., Donald Gonzales, David Gonzales and Carl Gonzales, his sisters, Odelia King, Gladys Kassay, Victoria Pittack and Joyce Dowdell. He is preceded in death by his brother Abelino A. Gonzales; and his parents Mike and Dolores Gonzales. A Memorial Service will be held at the Heights Seventh Day Adventist Church, 4920 Wyoming NE at 11:00 a.m. Sunday, March 29, 2009. Graveside Service to follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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GUTIERREZ -- Shirley A. Shirley A. Gutierrez August 16, 1953-March 27, 2006 Dearest Sister, This is the third Spring without you. I know you are happy in heaven with Mom, Dad, Brother, Grandma, Auntie and Uncle but we miss you and will always love you. Your friends at Goodwill and Share Your Care miss you too. Love, Jen
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HALEY -- Patricia Arlene Haley passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2009 in Socorro, NM. Pat was born on January 10, 1939 in Plainview, TX to Ralph and Hettie (Morrison) Brown. She is precededed in death by her husband, Scott Haley; and son, Bill Haley. She is survived by her sons, Joel Haley and wife, Dolores; and Mark Haley and wife, Danielle; grandchildren: Chrystal, Kenneth, Kyle, Kevin, Aimee, and Sarah; great grandchildren, Jordan and Tristen; sisters: Otero Scheele of Lockney, TX; Marie Kirby of Demmitt, TX; Maxine Rigler of Brandon, FL; and Shirley Fleming of VanBuren, MO. Pat will be remembered for her patience, kind heart, love of horses and her family. Pat's way of giving back to her community was the ability to teach her expertise in horsemanship and the use of her beloved horses for therapeutic means for all people who came her way. Pat's accomplishments always seemed to revolve around her love of horses. She was admired as being a fair minded judge for local and state wide horse shows. One of Pat's favorite pastimes was being able to teach her family her knowledge of responsibility to others whether it was horses, family or friends. She was honored to be chosen "Woman of the West". Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at the Episcopal/Lutheran Church at 907 Leroy Place in Socorro, NM. Honorary Pallbearers are Pat's grandchildren Chrystal, Kenneth, Kyle, Kevin, Aimee and Sarah Haley. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM. 87801. (575)835-1530.
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HENDERSON -- Diane L. Henderson, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2009. Diane was born January 6, 1935 the daughter of William F. and Helen Thomas Hacker in San Francisco, California. She had worked as a nurse for Dr. Henry Mittleman before retiring. Diane is survived by two daughters, Kim Berget and her husband Rick, and Jennifer Henderson; grandchildren, Christopher, Brittany, and Matthew Berget. The visitation will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Our Lady Queen of Angels Liberal Catholic Church, 1701 Tulip Rd. NE, Rio Rancho, NM followed by The Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady Queen of Angels. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park, Rio Rancho. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 (505) 892-9920
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HOPPER -- Edra Mae Hopper left this world to be with the Lord and her beloved husband, Doyle, early Saturday morning, March 21, 2009. She died peacefully in the arms of her daughter, Norma, who loved and cared for her the past six years. Edra was born in Abilene, Texas in 1924 and married Doyle Richmond Hopper in 1942. He preceded her in death in 2005. They were longtime residents of Aztec, NM, and were active volunteers at the Aztec Senior Citizens Center. Edra loved arts and crafts and crocheted countless afghans for the patients at the Aztec Good Samaritan Nursing Home and Angels for Cancer patients. She had a special arts and crafts room in her home for her grandkids to enjoy. Edra was an avid collector of salt and pepper shakers, having over 500 sets. She loved children and there was not one baby she saw that she didn't stop to tell them how pretty they were. And boy did she love her pet dog, El Rey, who she called Pud. He loved her too. On a personal note, she loved a piece of chocolate and a shot of brandy to get her through the day. Edra is survived by her daughter, Norma J. Vargas and her husband David Vargas; son, Doyle "Bo" R. Hopper Jr. and his wife Lori; sister, Grace Pyett and husband Bob and sister-in-law, Audrey Medlock. Grandma Dear, as she liked to be called, is also survived by her grandchildren, Shawn Vargas, Andrea Camp and husband Billy, David Jason Vargas and wife Kathy, Mary Grace Bodine and husband Matthew and Carl Hopper; great-grandchildren, Jeremie Atencio and his wife Summer, Jasmine Atencio and her partner Lonnie Arellano, Jessica Vargas, Shawna Vargas, Ryan Camp, Stephanie Vargas, David Alan Vargas, Luke Bodine and Nichole Bodine; great-great- grandchildren, Barbara Atencio, Jade Atencio, David Atencio, Isaiah Jaramillo and Elijah Anglin; as well as many other relatives and friends who loved her and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be held at the Montgomery Boulevard Church of Christ, 7201 Montgomery NE., ABQ., NM. 87109, on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 1:00 pm. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Minister Wyatt Fenno, Thank You. A special thanks to Kathy Vargas. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Montgomery Boulevard Church of Christ Youth Ministry Fund, 7201 Montgomery Blvd. NE. ABQ., NM. 87109. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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MCDEVITT -- Elaine C. McDevitt, 72, passed away March 24, 2009. She was born March 5, 1937, in Philadelphia, PA, to Elmer P. and Catherine A. Nothe. Elaine is survived by her children, Daniel J. McDevitt, of Albuquerque, Walter A. McDevitt and his wife Debra, of Clovis, NM, Ronald C. McDevitt and his wife Debbie, of Bella Vista, AR, and Karenann E. Buehler and her husband Dan, of Albuquerque; Seven grandchildren, Aaron, Shannon, Ryan, Tina, Sean, Kristin, and Lauren; four great grandchildren, Angelique, Kalee, Noah, and Tanner; two sisters, Claire Aaron, of PA, Marie Eller, of PA, and one aunt, Claire Achs, of PA. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of over 46 years, John D. McDevitt, in 2003. Elaine was a resident of Albuquerque for over 49 years. She loved arts, crafts, sewing, cooking, ice tea connoisseur, serving and taking care of others, and spending time with her family, especially her grandkids. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., at the Church of the Risen Savior. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent in Elaine's honor to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice. 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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MCDONALD -- Barbara Jane Stewart McDonald, 85, died on March 25, 2009. Born near Washington, D.C. and raised in Urbana, Illinois, Barbara graduated from the University of Illinois-Urbana, and was a member of the Delta Delta Delta sorority. She married John McDonald on October 23, 1943. John, a career diplomat, Barbara, and their four children spent many years serving the United States in Washington, DC and abroad, most notably in Germany, France, Turkey, and Egypt. In 1977 Barbara married James Bradford, a physicist, with whom she spent thirty loving years. They lived in the Washington, DC area, North Carolina, and Tucson, AZ, settling in Albuquerque in 2000. Barbara focused on the important task of raising her children and stepchildren, and in later years developed a career as an artist. She developed a unique medium employing the refractive quality of light to create color, and had a studio and gallery in the Torpedo Factory in Alexandria, VA. She invested in the next generation by sharing her multicultural experiences with members of her extended family, for example, by taking her grandsons on an African safari, her granddaughters on a trans-Canada trip and an English theatre tour, and hosting neices to six months in Paris and a year in Cairo. Barbara was a committed lifelong Democrat, a supporter of President Obama, and an activist in national and international politics. Following retirement she enjoyed taking long trips all over the world with her husband, visiting the Taj Majal on her last trip. Barbara will be remembered for building lasting relationships everywhere she lived, and the significant way she touched the lives of those who loved her. Barbara is survived by her daughters Marilyn Ruth McDonald and her husband Michael Edwards, and Laura McDonald Schneider and her husband Bernard; daughter-in-law Katherine Bailey McDonald; stepchildren Jamie Bradford and his wife Leslie, John Bradford and his wife, Elizabeth Gray; grandchildren Ruth Wikler Luker and her husband Morgan, Benjamin McDonald Wikler and his wife Beth, Sean Martin McDonald, Elizabeth Bailey McDonald, Jessica and Shannon Bradford, and Rowan Gray Bradford; great-grandson Julian Albert Luker; brother Charles Stewart and his wife Edalee, sister-in-law Ethel DeMaio and her husband Vince, and many extended members of the Stewart, Binfield, and DuBois families. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband James Bradford, who passed away November 18, 2007, children James Stewart McDonald and Kathleen Ethel McDonald, and siblings James Stewart and Margaret Stewart Binfield. A Memorial Service will be held at La Vida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 on Saturday, March 28, 2009, at 1:00 p.m.. Barbara will be laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery in Urbana, Illinois at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to The Heifer International Foundation, www.heifer.org
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MOYA -- Leo "Lee" M. Moya, age 86, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2009. She was a member of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, where she served as a Lecter, Eucharistic Minister; a member of the Alter Society, and an active member of the Meadow Lark Senior Center and Meadow Lark Singers. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose Maria and Lugarda (Sanchez) Maestas; four brothers and one sister. Leonarda is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Jack Moya; three loving daughters, Frances Castillo and husband, Dimas, Helen Chavez and husband, Juan and Mary Ann Stracener and husband, Pete; two loving sons, Alex Romero, Jr. and Albert Romero; 20 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Lupe Gurule and Dolores Cordova and husband, Johnny; and two brothers, Frank Maestas and wife, Mickie and Johnny Maestas and wife, Nila. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. A public viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, on Friday, March 27, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alex Romero, III, Jacob Romero, Joseph Chavez, Mark Jaramillo, Dimas Castillo, Jr. and Raymond T. Chavez. Honorary pallbearer will be Evan Thomas Bernicke. Sign Leonarda's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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NESMITH -- Jamie Lee Nesmith, 57, of Shallowater, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, as the result of an accident. Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church of Shallowater. Graveside Services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on the same day in Hawley Cemetery in Hawley, Texas. Visitation will be held Friday, March 27, 2009 at Resthaven Funeral Home from 6pm to 8 p.m. Jamie was born on August 6, 1951, in Hamlin, Texas, to the late Howard Lee and Laura Jane (Gates) Smith. Jamie married Jim Nesmith on November 3, 1990, in Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She loved her family, church, and various hobbies. Those left to cherish her memories are her husband, Jim Nesmith of Shallowater; two daughters, Amy Denise Collier of Portland, Oregon, and Laura Anastasia Nesmith of Shallowater; two sons, Christopher Shawn Collier and his wife, Leslie of Lockhart, Texas, and James Joshua Vitaly Nesmith of Shallowater; two grandchildren, Austin Michael Collier and Faith Emma Collier; two sisters, Vernetta Graham of Abilene, Texas, and Retha Clancy of Austin, Texas; several nephews and cousins; and her community and church family. Please join us in celebrating Jamie's life by visiting her memorial at www.mem.com.
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PENA -- Lucy Pena, 68, of Lancaster, CA died Tuesday, March 24, 2009 in an automobile accident near Lake Havasu City, AZ. She was born November 24, 1940 in Puerto De Luna, NM the daughter of Ismael and Rosa (Chavez) Griego. She was raised at Yeso and Fort Sumner, NM. She graduated from Fort Sumner High School, attended Eastern New Mexico University where she received her Bachelors and Masters of Reading. Lucy married Henry Pena on October 7, 1961 in Fort Sumner. She taught school for 39 years. She retired from the Clovis School District after teaching 20 years. She continued to teach at the Lancaster, CA School district and The Migrant Education Program at Palmdale, CA, She taught at Cerro Coso College adult education program in Mojave, CA. Lucy and Henry made their home in Clovis and Portales, NM, Mojave and Lancaster, CA. Lucy loved the Spanish Novelas, her dogs Foxy and Smokey, she supported every endeavor her children and grandchildren were a part of, she could be seen at acting, soccer, cheer, roping, rodeo, baseball, parent night, migrant education and many other activities that were important to her family. Words cannot describe the incredible strength, laughter, independence, and especially love Lucy Pena embraced. Known to all for her generosity, she would give anyone anything, if she had it to give. A loving wife, an amazing mother, she always demanded excellence from her daughters, not to mention the lights of her life, her grandchildren. She was an excellent teacher, who improved the lives of all those who had the opportunity to learn from her. She was a proponent of education, believing once you had it "no one can ever take it away from you". Lucy was a member of the Teacher Association of Lancaster, California Teachers Association, Parent Teacher Association Member, National Education Association Member, and was a delegate to the NM Legislature Task Force on Education. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Clovis, St. Anthony of Padua in Fort Sumner and St. Francis of Assisi in Lancaster, CA. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her husband Henry Pena of Lancaster, CA; two daughters Lorraine Zapata and husband Steve of Lancaster, CA, Kathy Jo Standefer and husband Bruce of Waller, TX; five grandchildren Erica Rojas and husband Daniel of Lancaster, CA, Derek Standefer of Waller, TX, Ashlee Zapata of Lancaster, CA, Zachary Zapata of Lancaster, CA; and Jared Standefer of Waller, TX; three brothers Jim and wife Willann Griego of Portales, NM, Raymond and wife Terry Griego of Colorado Springs, CO, Romolo Griego of Belen, NM; along with many other relatives and friends. Rosary Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 27, 2009 from St. Anthony Catholic Church in Fort Sumner. A Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 28, 2009 from St. Anthony Parish. Burial will follow at Fort Sumner Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel Rojas, Zachary Zapata, Derek Standefer, Jared Standefer, Casey Pena, Robert David Pena and Joseph Pena. Honorary bearers will be Gary Pena and Jay Don Standefer. Visitation will be held on Friday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. All arrangements are under the direction of Chavez Funeral Home, 830 N. Fifth Street; Fort Sumner, New Mexico. (575) 355-2311. To place an online tribute or sign the guest book please visit www.chavezfuneralhome.com
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PERRET -- William E. "Bill", 70, passed away Tuesday. Bill is survived by his wife Talma "Bunny." Bill leaves his son Jacob, wife Jennifer, and granddaughter Stacey Niver. Bill's daughter Rachel and her companion Bob Veracka also survive. Bill also leaves a brother, Robert F. D. Perret and his children, Christopher, William, and Jennifer and their families. Born in Shreveport, LA to William and Elizabeth Perret, who preceded him in death, Bill came to New Mexico in 1951 and moved to Rio Rancho in 1984. Bill earned a BA from UNM and an MBA from Anderson School. Learning was his life-long mission. He studied astronomy, astrophysics, computer science, Spanish, French and Arabic. He was an avid reader of pulp fiction westerns and mysteries and loved classical music. Bill worked diligently as a newspaper carrier so he could read two or three papers a day. His knowledge of politics and currents affairs was vast and current up until about a week before his passing. Bill also worked as a teacher and a tax preparer. He will be most sorely missed for his understanding of human nature, his forgiveness, and his sense of humor. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Service Monday, March 30, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Montano Rd NW, Albuquerque
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POTTER -- Tom Potter, 64, a resident of Cedar Crest for 10 years, passed away suddenly at home with his family and friends by his side after a short illness Saturday, March 21, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 27 years Catherine; children Christine Porter and husband Shawn of Rochester, NY, Douglas Potter and wife Hosuk of Fayetteville, NC, Tamara Merry and husband Scott of Overland Park, KS, Keith Potter of Albuquerque; grandchildren Jordan, Josh, Amber, Austin, Jenna, Bryce and Alyssa. With his wife, Catherine, he operated Sandia Hospice, and most recently Sandia Home Care. Friends and family are invited to a gathering at the family home on Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tom and his family would like to thank all their employees, past and present for their love and support. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the Walkin' N Circles Ranch, P.O. Box 626, Edgewood NM 87015. French 10500 Lomas Blvd. 505-275-3500
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QUESNEL -- Anabel Quesnel was born on March 2, 1916 and passed away on March 18, 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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QUINTANA -- Frances Leon Quintana A Memorial Service will be held for Frances Leon Quintana at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church at 5301 Ponderosa Ave, NE. Services will begin at 3 p.m. on April 18, 2009. A poster session of her life will be presented from 2:30-5:00 p.m. in the foyer. A light meal will be served at the reception following the service.
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ROSADO -- Raymond Rosado was born on April 17, 1959 and passed away on March 16, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE
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ROTH -- Dr. Lester Hugh Roth, age 86, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 24, 2009. Lester was born to Hy and Sara Lee Roth on December 25, 1922 in Charleston, West Virginia, and resided in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania most of his life. He was a graduate of Charleston High School, West Virginia University and of both The University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Dental Medicine and The Graduate School of Anesthesiology. He served in the US Navy, and later became a Professor at the University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine. Lester was a respected Oral Surgeon who operated a three-office dental practice in Pittsburgh for over 40 years. In addition to being a research consultant for several pharmaceutical companies, he was an accomplished Scientific Lecturer, and a pioneer for in-home dental health care. Lester gave of himself by being involved in and providing leadership to many organizations. He was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity, a 32 degree Master Mason, a distinguished member of Rotary International, and served as President of the Braddock, PA, Chamber of Commerce. He retired to Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 1999. Lester was a devoted and loving son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, and was loved by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mae Chatelain Roth; one son, Hugh (Amy) Roth of Atlanta, and three daughters Leslee (Alan) Holzer of Pittsburgh, Christine (Phil) Custer and Michele (Miki) Roth of Albuquerque; six devoted granddaughters; nine loving great-granddaughters, and his devoted caregivers, Thupten Gyaltsen and Irene Clark. A Memorial Service with military honors will be held at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave. SE on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the American Heart/Stroke Association, 2201 San Pedro NE, Building 2, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. 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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RUE -- Benjamin Harden Rue, 90, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 after a long illness. Ben was born in Hatch, New Mexico to Mr. and Mrs. Amos Rue on Saturday, December 7, 1918. He married his wife, Janette of 69 years on December 12, 1940. Ben was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Blevens and Henry Rue. Ben served in the U.S. Army from November 1942 to December 1945 and was a World War II Veteran. He served with the 363rd engineers, Special Service Regiment in Iran for 32 months. Ben supervised up to 15 construction equipment mechanics in a unit shop. After leaving the U.S. Army with an Honorable Discharge, Ben went to work in the construction industry, supervising many highway and airport paving projects for 26 years. Ben was an avid Denver Bronco fan with John Elway as his hero. He also was an avid sprint car fan with Steve Kinser, also his hero. Ben was also a dedicated hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his wife, Janette of Albuquerque; son Wayne Rue and wife, Colleen of Rio Rancho; grandson, Wayne Rue Jr., and wife, Diana of Phoenix, AZ; brother, Harvey of Albuquerque and sister Millicent Purcella of Roswell, NM. Services will be held Monday, March 30, 2009, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with Burial to follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Friends and family may visit, Sunday, March 29, 2009 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, New York 10018. Pallbearers will be Moe Finley, Rusty Martinelli, Benny Kincheloe, Mike Bullard, Mike Anderson and Chuck Anderson. Honorary pallbearers will be Elden Banks, Earl Zinn, Gene Bassett, Rich Salls, Howard Fredrickson, Darwin Miller. Please visit our online guestbook for Ben at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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SWARTZ -- Dorothy Louise Swartz, 95, passed away March 22, 2009. Ms. Swartz was born in Alderson, Oklahoma, January 25, 1914. She graduated from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma where she was one of the first classes to graduate from the newly accredited dietetic internship program in 1938. She then spent four years as a dietitian at the State College in Oklahoma before going into the Medical Service of the U.S. Army in 1942. During her tour of duty as an Administrative Dietitian, she traveled to bases in Africa, Italy, Manila, Japan, Hawaii, and Albuquerque NM. Here she retired from the Army Hospital in 1964 after serving 22 years of service. Serving during WWII gave her a tremendous feeling of patriotism, that she could serve her Country in her small way. A descendent of General Robert E. Lee of the Civil War era, Ms. Swartz followed family tradition of pride and patriotism. She was a member of the Retired Officers Association and past member of the American Dietetic Association. Upon retiring from the service, she worked for a short time as a Dietitian for Lovelace Hospital. Deciding to try other pursuits, she worked at the Empress Wedding Dress Shop and the Townhouse Dress Shop, retiring in 1978. Ms. Swartz enjoyed many hobbies, her favorite being bird watching, growing pansies, and delicious tomatoes. She lived at La Vida Llena Retirement Community for over twenty years and had made many friends there during those years. She was a loving, tenderhearted person, a loyal and true friend. She loved her family, friends, and Country and will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Harrison Swartz and Gertrude Hamilton Swartz; sisters, Marjorie Brown, Marie Stover and Delpha Rosenbaum. She is survived by nephew, Don Brown and wife, Darlene of Hot Springs, AR; nieces, Karen Stover Thomas and husband, Sidney of Mesa, AZ, Vera Marie Anderson and husband, Bill of Richmond, VA; great nieces, Brandee Johnson, Nancy Delorme, Kimberly Thomas and Kelly Romano, not excluding several grand nieces and nephews. She also leaves her "Albuquerque Family", JoAnn Zingg; and children Jacqueline Compton and Mark Zingg along with caregiver and close friend Esther Sanchez. The family would like to express their appreciation to those at LVL and Vista Care Hospice who cared for and gave that extra expression of kindness to our loved one during her stay in assisted living and healthcare. There will be a Memorial Service held at the La Vida Llena Retirement Community Chapel, Monday, March 30, 2009, at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or cards, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to an organization of your choice. 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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THEVENET -- Stanley Edward Thevenet. Service will be Saturday at Newman Center Catholic Church at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be Monday at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. The Salazar family of: REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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TRUJILLO -- Vincent We miss you! Vincent Trujillo June 7, 1988 - March 5, 2009 "I AM FREE" Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I am following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks undone must stay that way. I found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, ah, these things I too, will miss. Be not burdened with time of sorrow, I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much, good friends, good times, a loved one touched. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and share with me. God wanted me now, He set me free.
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ZETTNER -- Amanda C. (Lopez) March 27, 1973 - January 10, 2008 Happy Birthday Sweetheart! Each day we see you, hear you and feel you in our lives. Thank you for being our guardian angel in heaven above. We'll be getting together tonight at your favorite restaurant to celebrate your birthday. We know you will be with us. Love, Chuck, Hayden, Andrew, Adam, Mari, Carina, Cruz and Dad
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