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ALEXANDER -- Bill R. Alexander, 58, a longtime resident of Los Lunas NM passed away unexpectedly on September 4, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Jodee of Los Lunas NM; his daughter April Alexander of Albuquerque, NM; his son Jake Alexander and wife Robin of Los Lunas, NM; sister Jan Alexander of Windom, MN; his aunt Wanda Stanley and her husband Sonny of Mount Ida, AR; niece Terri Rodgers and husband Russell of Loveland, CO; nephew Shane Blakley and wife Kim; nephew Lance and wife Stephanie; brother-in-law Gary Blakley and his wife Barbara, all of Dallas, TX. Mr. Alexander was preceded in death by his father, Jack R. Alexander; and mother Kay Alexander. Mr. Alexander was a member of Calvary Chappell Rio Grande Valley and a member of numerous organizations in the construction materials industry. Bill was a well known construction materials consultant and had been a vital part of the industry for over 30 years. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to celebrate the life of Mr. Alexander will be held at Calvary Chappell Rio Grande Valley in Belen, NM on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 10 a.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Bill at RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Tue September 08, 2009

ALEXANDER -- Michael " Mickey " Frank Alexander, 41, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2009. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife Beverly; his children, daughter Ashley Kay and son, Travis Michael Alexander; his mom, Arlene Williams and his stepdad, Roy Williams; five brothers and sisters, Jenny Blair and husband Floyd, Bob Alexander and wife Lynn, Tom Alexander and wife Betty, Penny Cherry, and Danny Alexander and wife Le Ann; four step brothers and sisters, Linda, Mark, Lynn, and Lane; father -in-law Manuel F. Gonsalves, who they called "poppy" ; his brother -in- law, David Sanchez and wife Cindy; sister -in- law, Adline Leard and husband Ken; numerous nieces and nephews along with friends and family members from Washington, California, Nebraska, Tennessee, Oregon, and Alaska. He was born and raised in Edgewood, NM and attended Moriarity High School. Michael had a great love for flying. His career as an Aviation Technician began when he entered the United States Navy in 1985. Following his Navy service he worked for Goodrich Corporation in Everett, Washington and continuing his career at Eclipse Aviation in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Michael also had a great love for sports, especially baseball, his favorite team was the Seattle Mariners. He enjoyed watching football with his cousin Walter Sandoval. During the last few months he enjoyed keeping in touch with his family and friends via text messaging, even teaching his mother how so he could be in touch with her. Mickey loved spending time joking around with his nieces and nephews, they all loved him dearly. Michael and Bev enjoyed spending time and traveling with Walter and Louise Sandoval. His siblings, friends and family will always hold fond memories of the times spent with Mickey. Funeral services will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas location, on Friday, September 4, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. and on Wednesday, September 9, 2009, also at French Mortuary at 11:00 a.m. with interment following the Wednesday service at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Mickey at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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ALIRES -- Ted "Dice" Alires, 92, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2009. Ted was born in Albuquerque, NM to Theodore F. and Adelina (Quintana) Alires Sr. on October 7, 1916. He was a projectionist for Commonwealth Theaters and a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees. Ted was a past President of the Spanish-American Branch with The Church of Latter Day Saints. He was a musician for Don Lessman and a printer. Ted loved being the family comedian and loved his family and his church. He is survived by his loving wife Josephine Mary Alires; daughter, Barbara A Morales; and grandchildren, Terry L. Morales, Michael S. Morales. Visitation will be between 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1100 Montano Rd, NW on Wednesday, September 9, 2009. Funeral Services are to follow at 11:00 am also at the church with interment to be held at Sunset Memorial Park. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Ted's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188
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ARCHULETA -- Manuel, 75, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2009. He was born in 1934 in Torreon, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque for 66 years. Manuel is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary; daughters, Maxine and husband Paul Chavez, Margaret and husband Vince Krawic, Monica Archuleta and Joe Roberts; sons, Matthew and wife Wanda, Mark Archuleta and Cara Williford; grandchildren, Joseph, Emily, James, Veronica, Phillip, Nicole, Devin, Taylor, Sierra and Curtis; sisters, Eufelia Aragon and Theresa Montoya; brother, Arthur Archuleta and wife Virginia and special godchild Melina. Manuel had a smile that could light up a room. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and was a friend to all. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church for 49 years and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Kennedy Council. He retired from Sandia labs in 1994 and then ran several successful businesses. After his retirement he was very active in charitable organizations and in his community. He was an avid Lobo and Norte Dame football fan. The rosary will be recited Tuesday, September 8, 2009, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. Mass of the Resurrection will be Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to Brothers of the Good Shepherd, 901 Brother Mathias Pl NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please visit our online guestbook for Manuel at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Tue September 08, 2009

BARELA -- Victoria Barela, 83, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, went home to be with our Lord, September 3, 2009. Victoria was born March 26, 1926 in Sabinal NM to Jose Chavez and Ramona Lopez Chavez. Victoria was preceded in death by her brothers Emilio Chavez, Gregorio Chavez and Juan Chavez. Victoria is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, Mariano B. Barela; her children Angie Gomez and husband Eddie, Cipry Barela, Kathy Barela Swartz and husband Chris, and Mariano C. Barela, Jr., & wife Ruth; seven grandchildren, Michelle, Erica, Jose, Magin, Arianna, Greg and Eric; five great grandchildren, Elijah, Gabriella, Alexia, Kaleb and Joshua. 2 sisters, Martina Brown of Savannah, GA, Ramona Jacks, 3 brothers, Nestsor Chavez, Gene Chavez and Frank Chavez. Memorial services will be conducted Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave SE with Pastor Dina Baca officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the American Institute for Cancer Research. 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
        Published on: Tue September 08, 2009

BLANKS -- Elinda Joan (Jody) Rhoden Blanks, of King, North Carolina. Beloved mother, grandmother, foster mother, sister, aunt and friend went home to her precious Lord on September 4, 2009 at the age of 59. Jody Blanks was born on March 20, 1950 to the late Kenneth and Ernestine (Johnson) Rhoden in Albuquerque, NM. She was united in marriage to Gary Blanks on March 1, 1968 in Albuquerque. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grand-children and many friends. Being a mother, grandmother and foster mother was a dream fulfilled. She loved her family dearly and her love and friendship will forever be remembered and cherished by all who knew her. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Gary, of 41 years; three sons, Kenneth and Renea Blanks of Pinnacle, Eric and Amie Blanks of Clemmons, Beau Matthew Blanks, of the home; two daughters, Makala Piper Blanks and Macie Grace Blanks, of the home; five grandchildren, Ethan Martell, Zachary Blanks, Emma Blanks, Abigail Blanks and Isabella Blanks; She also leaves behind two sisters, Maxine and Jim Roach of Los Lunas, NM and Gail Rhoden of Albuquerque, NM. A Memorial Service will be celebrated on Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. at Rural Hall Moravian Church, with Rev. Steve Craven officiating. The family will receive friend following the celebration service at the church. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Stokes County Foster Parent Association, P.O. Box 1004, Rural Hall, NC 27045 or The Children's Home Society of North Carolina, P.O. Box 14608, Greensboro, NC 27415-4608 Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home in Rural Hall is serving the Blanks family
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BRIGNON -- Margaret Reyther Brignon, 91, was born March 27, 1918 and passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2009, the daughter of the late, Suzanne and John Reyther of Ennis, Texas. She was also the wife of the late Robert Hugh Brignon of Ferris, Texas and Dallas, Texas. She was always involved in so many activities, a board member of many garden clubs, both in Dallas, TX as well as Albuquerque, NM. Margaret was an avid bridge player, aspiring artist, a music lover, as well as a beautiful homemaker. Margaret is survived by her son, Robert Fredrick Brignon, of Dallas, TX; and her daughter, Michelle Brignon Tinsley, of New Orleans, Louisiana. The family thanks Mary Helen Kelly for her sincere concern, attention, and kindness during Margaret's stay in Princeton Place Nursing Center, and the staff of Heartland Hospice for their wonderful care of her. The Funeral Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made in her name to the Princeton Place Nursing Center, 500 Louisiana Blvd NE, Abq, NM 87108. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, 87107. 505-343-8008.
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CHAVEZ -- Apolinario Chavez (Paul) passed away at the age of 67 on August 28, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife Katherine Chavez; and brother Evaristo Chavez. He is survived by his brother Antonio Chavez; his son James B Chavez; daughter-in-law Melissa Chavez; two grandsons, James P Chavez and Damian J Chavez; and his best friend Marcus. Thank you to DCI for 30 plus years of wonderful care. Special Thanks to all his friends, family, and loved ones. P-Pa, you will be missed. We Love You!
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DOLAN -- Eugene Vincent Dolan, 82, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2009. Eugene was born in Manhattan, NY to Vincent and Theresa Dolan. He retried from T.W.A. and made his home in Albuquerque, NM for the last 20 years. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. A prayer service will be held on Wednesday September 9, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Carlisle Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Eugene's name to the American Heart Association 2201 San Pedro Dr, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505)884-0241. Eugene's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188 Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com
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FRENTZEL -- Mildred Junietta Frentzel, 87, a New Mexico resident since 1956, died Thursday September 3, 2009. She is survived by her daughter, Annette Jordan and husband John of Los Ranchos; her son, Martin and wife Sandra of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Andrew Jordan of Virginia; Melissa Guck and husband Clay of Albuquerque; Joseph Fuller and Dylan Frentzel of Albuquerque; great grandchildren Brandan Doubrava of Rio Rancho; Cassidy, Adam and Jonathan Jordan of Virginia; Aiden Frentzel, Taylor Fuller and Dorothy Guck of Albuquerque; niece Pam Gregory of Oklahoma; and nephew T.J. Mikkelson of Nebraska. Mrs. Frentzel was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Lambert Frentzel; her mother and father, Helen and William Alley; and her sister, Jackie Mikkelson. Mrs. Frentzel, a good and faithful servant of the Lord, was baptized by the Rev. E.M. Frentzel April 9, 1944 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Shenandoah, Iowa. She also was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and did volunteer work for the March of Dimes. Born in Page County, Iowa, Mrs. Frentzel lived by the philosophy the "everybody likes to eat." She spent 31 years serving enchiladas and hamburgers to employees of Los Alamos National Laboratory. She enjoyed dining at Rancho de Chimayo, El Paragua, La Tertulia, Bishop's Lodge, Katherine's, and Furr's Cafeteria. Her life will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Sept. 10 at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastors George Swanson and Randy Walquist presiding. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association of New Mexico, 9500 Montgomery Blvd, Albuquerque 87111. Please visit our online guestbook for Mrs. Frentzel at RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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HAMRIN -- Hope Hamrin-Parham died on August 2, 2009. Her passing was felt as a great loss by her many lifelong friends and family. Her entombment placement will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
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HIGGINS -- Jeanenne (Jean) P. Higgins, 68, of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2009 in Albuquerque. She was born January 5, 1941 in Albuquerque to Ernest and Audrey Myers. She was employed by A.P.S. cafeteria services for 38 years before retiring 4 years ago. She was preceded in death by her son, Daniel Lee; and her parents. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Tom Higgins; son, Johnny Ray Higgins and wife, Terri of Albuquerque, Bradley Dale Higgins and wife, Staci of Chico, TX; daughter, Susan Lorraine Deflitch and husband, Don of Veguita, NM; sister, Peggy Myers of Albuquerque; brothers, Richard Myers of Los Lunas, Steve Myers and wife, Deanie of Albuquerque, Mike Myers and wife, Sophia of Albuquerque; 16 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave. SE (842-8800). Funeral services will be Thursday at 1:00 pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave. SE , with Pastor Don McPherson officiating. Interment will be at Sandia Memorial Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE. Pallbearers are Dwayne and Kevin Scovill, Thomas Higgins, Chad Burcham, Darrion Riggs, Bailey Pittman, Jamie Hutchens and Cory Walker. Honorary Pallbearers will be Richard, Steve and Mike Myers. 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
        Published on: Tue September 08, 2009

HOLLADAY -- Sharon Holladay was born on January 30, 1943 and passed away on August 25, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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MORMAN -- Lou Ann Morman, 71, passed away Monday, August 31, 2009. Lou Ann served faithfully as a minister's wife, taught in children's Sunday school and children's ministries, sang in church choirs and was a prayer warrior. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Keller, TX. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Dwain Marrow and Joe Morman. Lou Ann is survived by sons, Dr. Tim Marrow and wife, Melody, of Albuquerque, N.M., and Steve Marrow and wife, Sheri, of Ennis; stepdaughters, Susan Wright and husband, Danny, of Kennedale and Becky Bassett and husband, Randy, of China Spring; sisters, Bertha Ryan of North Richland Hills, Coylene Emery and husband, Buck, of Grandview and Billie Clendennen and husband, David, of Whitney; brother, Clayton Mitchell of Hillsboro; grandchildren, T.J. Marrow, Allen Marrow, John David Marrow, Rachael Marrow, Leah Marrow, Jeff Bassett and wife, Brandi, Jennifer Dean and husband, Kevin, and Adam Wright and wife, Joanne; great-grandchildren, Joseph Bassett and Sara Beth Bassett; many nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Lou Ann at RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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NIETO -- Toni J. Nieto, of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, September 5, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert T. Nieto; and parents, Ramon and Eufelia Orona. She is survived by sister, Lupe Chavez; brother, Raymond Orona; niece Geraldine Gallegos and husband Robert; very special grandnieces, Jessica Rodarte and husband Ric, Veronica and Alexandra Gallegos; numerous nieces and nephews. She enjoyed teaching at Lavaland Elementary School for many years. Toni earned her masters degree in education from UNM. A rosary will be recited Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary Westside Chapel with a reception to follow. The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. Pallbearers will be Robert Gallegos, Ric Rodarte, Ken Orona, and Dan Maestas. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ron Chavez, Raymond Frank Orona, and J.R. Ulibarri. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guest book for Toni at RememberTheirStory.com. French 9300 Golf Course Road (505) 897-0300
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SANDLIN -- Dr. Doral Randolph Sandlin, known as "Sandy" to family and friends, died at home on September 3, 2009, at the age of 79, with his wife of 50 years, Terri Sandlin, at his side. Sandy was born April 7, 1930, in Pecan Gap, Texas, the sixth of J.R. and Ethel Sandlin's seven children. J.R. passed away when Sandy was just three years old, leaving Ethel to raise seven children single-handedly in the heart of the Great Depression. Later, the family moved to west Texas to be closer to Ethel's family. Sandy graduated from Lubbock High School in 1948, and spent two years at Texas Tech before graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1954. While in Annapolis, he helped the Navy men's basketball team reach the NCAA Sweet 16. He met his future wife Terri Sawyer while stationed at Castle Air Force Base; the two married in 1959. Sandy received his master's in aeronautical engineering from the Air Force Institute of Technology while stationed at Wright Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio, and his Ph.D. from the University of Arizona in 1967. Between March 1967 and February 1968, he served as a flight test officer for a fighter wing in Vietnam. In 1969, he accepted a position as a professor of aeronautical engineering at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Sandy retired in September 1992, after a 23-year career that included time as the Aeronautical Engineering Department's chair. He and Terri moved to Albuquerque in July 1993; they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on June 27. Sandy is survived by his wife, Terri; his children, son Justin Sandlin and wife Kirsten of Castle Rock, Colo., daughter Jennifer Smith and husband Greg of Albuquerque, N.M., and son Doral E. "Ned" Sandlin and wife Shannon of Xenia, Ohio; and his seven grandchildren, Ross and Drew Sandlin, Chelsea and Laurel Smith, and Georgianne, Madeline, and Chase Sandlin. There will be a Memorial Service at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 12, 2009 at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations may be made in memory of Sandy to: Shalom, Inc. (a Christian mentoring for juvenile justice system) c/o Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 or The Ranches, Mike Kull President, New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranches, P.O. Box 9, Belen, NM 87002-9901 or American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Sandy's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192
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SCHIRMER -- Catherine Patricia Schirmer, 52, a resident of Corrales, passed away at her home on Friday, August 28, 2009 surrounded by family and special friends. Catherine was born March 6, 1957 the daughter of Robert and Helen Henry Schirmer in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was a member of the Sandoval County Sheriff's "Kasey Says" program. Catherine was preceded in death by her son, Christopher Horner; and her father, Robert Schirmer; and by her special friend and co-worker, Sgt. Joe Harris. She is survived by her mother, Helen H. Schirmer of Albuquerque; brother, David Schirmer and wife Lana of Las Cruces, NM; sister, Lorena Marie Alexander of Rio Rancho; numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service for Catherine will be held on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. A reception will follow in the Family Room at the funeral home. For those who wish, you may send condolences to the family at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 (505) 892-9920
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SPEEGLE -- Billy Joe Speegle Funeral Service for Billy Joe Speegle, 79, is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2009, at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in Lovington, NM with Reverend Harry Pittam officiating. Burial will follow at the Lovington Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home. The family will receive friends Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at the home of Mark Saxton, Lovington Warehouse, 1500 S. Commercial. A memorial service will be held at the First Christian Church in Ruidoso, NM, Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 2:00 PM. Bill passed away September 3, 2009 at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces, NM. He was born April 29, 1930 in Hereford, Texas to Ernest & Rubye Speegle. He married Loleet Rogers, January 22, 1950 in Portales, New Mexico. She preceded him in death June 6, 1995. He married Ruth Ford McGuire, July 7, 1996 in Ruidoso, New Mexico. He attended the First Christian Church in Ruidoso and was a former member of the First Baptist Church in Lovington. He was an avid golfer and pool player and a former President of the Lions Club of Ruidoso. An important calling in his life was teaching and coaching. He taught and coached in Carlsbad from 1952-1960, he taught Science and coached football, basketball and track for over 20 years in Lovington. Throughout the years he never met a stranger. In the 9th grade he started dating the love of his life Loleet Rogers, they were married for 45 years. After the death of Leet, he was blessed to marry his second love Ruth. He is survived by his wife Ruth of Ruidoso Downs, NM; son Steve & wife Cindy of Las Cruces, NM; son Stan & wife Marilyn of College Station, TX; daughter Suelyn Speegle of Ruidoso, NM daughter Sharon Norris & husband Dennis of El Paso, TX; two step-sons Reeves McGuire of Ruidoso, NM and Joe Bob McGuire & wife Dana of Durango, CO; step daughter Melanie McGuire of Carrollton, TX; six grandchildren Evan Speegle, Lara Speegle, Holly Smith, Shane Smith, Kathleen Norris and Drew Norris; three step-grandchildren Preston McGuire, DeMar Sciuto and Bailey McGuire. He was also preceded in death by his parents and two brothers Sherwood and Wink. Memorial Contributions may be made to the New Mexico Boys & Girls Ranch, Speegle Memorial Fund, 6909 Hendrix Rd, N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87117 or the charity of your choice. HE WAS THE BEST.......... Online registry can be accessed at www.stevensfuneral.com
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STEED -- Nevin Marrs (Buddy) Steed, age 80, resident of Albuquerque since 1984 and a long time resident in Goodpine/Jena, LA, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2009. He was born on March 7, 1929 in Winnsboro, TX. He graduated from Goodpine Trout High School and Louisiana State University with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Nevin served his country in the United States Navy and retired from the FDIC as an Auditor/Bank Examiner. He was a long-time member of St. Chad's Episcopal Church and attended St. Stephens Methodist Church for the last several years of his life. Nevin is survived by his children David Steed, Sarah Braaten, and Mona Gonzalez; and grandchildren, Joshua Steed and Hailey Braaten. He was preceded in death by is parents, Lynn and Sally Steed; wife, Mona Edgerton and sister, Lynn Steed. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 10:00a.m., at French ~ Wyoming Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, at 1:30 p.m. A reception will follow the interment, more information will be available at the service or you may call 293-8596. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Compassion International, Colorado Springs, CO 80997 or at www.compassion.com. Please visit our online guestbook for Nevin at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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TONIGAN -- Diane M. Tonigan, 48, passed away September 5, 2009. She is survived by her children Jackie and Drew and numerous other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Dr. R. Eric Tonigan Services are pending. Please visit our online guestbook for Tonigan at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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TRUJILLO -- Ramoncita C., age 93, a resident of Belen, NM, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2009. A viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. with a rosary to be recited at 10:30 a.m. and a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Sign Ramoncita's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM. (505) 864-8501
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WRIGHT -- Steven J. Wright, 48, died September 6, 2009. He is survived by his parents Bill and Mahala of Albuquerque; his brothers James Wright and wife Cathy of Arlington, TX and David Wright and wife Mindi of Aurora, CO; four nephews; and one niece; and many other family and friends. Steven was born in Carlsbad and graduated from Roswell Goddard High School in 1979. He attended Texas Tech and owned and operated his own construction company. Steven loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting with family and friends on many occasions. He had a passion for cooking and gardening. A graveside service will be Wednesday, 1:00 p.m., September 9, 2009 at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Wright at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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