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ALBRECHT -- Homer R. Albrecht passed to his heavenly home on December 21, 2009. He was born in Bowdle, SD on May 25, 1929 to Paul and Marie Albrecht. He graduated from Luther Preparatory School in New Ulm, MN and served in the United States Air Force during the Korean war as an air traffic controller. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Christine Mares Albrecht; daughter Julie Stewartson and husband, Brian In 1952 he married Christine Mares. He is survived by his wife, Christine and his daughter Julie (Brian) Stewartson. A service to celebrate homer's life will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 26, 2009 at Grace Lutheran Church. A luncheon will follow the service. Interment will be in the Spring of 2010 in the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM near his home of many years. Homer was a dedicated servant of the Lord throughout his life. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his honor to Luther Preparatory School, 1300 Western Ave, Watertown, WI 53094-4899 or Builder's for Christ through Grace Lutheran Church, 7000 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28226. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service 1111 East Blvd. please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

ARMIJO -- CRUZITA O. ARMIJO. The family of Mrs. Cruzita O. Armijo would like to thank all of there family and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy extended them during their bereavment; to Father Jerry Steinmetz, Holy Family Catholic Church, presider of the Funeral Mass; to Vivian Salcido for reciting the Rosary; to the doctors and staff at Presbyterian Hospice; and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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ATENCIO -- Ubaldo "Waldo" Atencio In Memory March 17, 1934 - August 9, 2009 I love you I remember you I picture you Every day is a struggle facing the reality that you are gone There will always be sadness in my heart and tears in my eyes when I think of you I'll love you forever Merry Christmas Dad! Your hita, Susan
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BARRERAS -- CANDELARIO M. BARRERAS. The family of Mr. Candelario (Kandy) M. Barreras would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Monsignor Lambert Luna, and Father Dennis Garcia, San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, presider of the Funeral Mass; to Father Dennis Garcia for reciting the Rosary; to the hospice staff at the V.A. Medical Center; and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

CUMIFORD -- Leola F. Cumiford, 85, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2009. She was born December 13, 1924 in Raton, NM to parents Ray and Ocie Mitchell. Leola is survived by daughter, Shelia Hornsby and husband, Darrel of Texarkana, TX; son, Orville Cumiford of Guymon, OK; sister, Sharon Tolbert and husband, Garry of Peralta, NM; 21 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister-in-law, JoAnn Mitchell of Albuquerque, NM; brothers-in-law, Harold Cumiford of Houston, TX and Fred Cumiford of Lubbock, TX; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Robert Cumiford. Leola was a member of Sandia Baptist Church, Order of the Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile, White Shrine of Jerusalem, and the Order of Amaranth. Services will be held Monday, December 28, 2009, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Leola at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

FLAHERTY -- Donald Francis Flaherty was born in Kentfield, California on June 2, 1918 and grew up in Sacramento, CA. He was the third of five children and the last surviving member of his immediate family with his brothers, William Flaherty, Robert Flaherty; and his sisters Margaret Eiferle and Lillian Hickey preceding him in death. Don often regaled his children and grandchildren with precocious tales of his childhood in Sacramento. He graduated from University of California at Berkeley and joined the United States Army Air Corp where he proudly served in the 415th Nightfighter Squadron in the European theatre during World War II. It was around this time that he met his first wife, Mary Helen Jenkins. Don and Mary Helen had three children, Ana, Edward and Catherine (Riley). As a family, they traveled and lived throughout the world during Don's military career. Both Mary Helen; and his lovely daughter Riley preceded him in death. After Don's retirement from the Air Force he was employed by Hughes Aircraft in 1968. With great providence he met and married Maxine Elizabeth Rorie. She had two children, Steven and Susan, both of whom loved him dearly and considered him to be their father. During and after his retirement from Hughes Aircraft he worked tirelessly as President of the Air Force Association and the Night Fighters Association. He and Maxine had wonderful adventures as they traveled and lived throughout Europe and the United States. Don and Maxine had a total of 13 grandchildren, one of whom died at the age of 14 months, and 16 great-grandchildren. All were loved deeply by their grandparents. Donald Francis Flaherty was an honorable man and a patriot. He was a devout catholic and a member of the Knights of Columbus. A memorial mass has been said for him in Dana Point, California. He never knew a stranger and kept in touch with old friends throughout his lifetime. Don lost Maxine to a stroke in 2005. Don passed away in Taos, New Mexico, under the care of his daughter, Ana, and brother and sister-in-law Wayne and Marjorie Rorie on June 23, 2009.
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

GONZALES -- Ryan J. Gonzales November 10, 1987 - February 4, 2006 You are gone but not forgotten. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year my Lovebug. It's Christmas and it will never be the same without you, for any of us that loved you so much hito. Our good times are now a memory as you are laid to rest, know that you are in our hearts, We Love You God Bless. Love Always your Nina Rubyann, Nino Carl and cousins Dominica and Trish
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HANNA -- Billy Hanna Merry Christmas Daddy, Papa We all miss you so much. Love, Jimmy, Debbie, Gabriella, Marissa and Vincent
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HILDEBRANDT -- Mary L. Hildebrandt October 4, 1931 - August 16, 2008 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Sweetheart! As our family gathers to celebrate Christmas we feel your love surrounding us and we remember your words from a Christmas letter: "We wish you love, health, and God's grace. In quiet moments, may you hear the whisperings of the Lord." I miss you, especially during this season, as I continue to follow the holiday traditions that you created with so much joy and love for our family. Love and light, Your Loving Husband E.H. (Bud) Hildebrandt
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LUCERO -- Christine. December 25, 1978-March 29, 1993. Hita, Happy Birthday We love and miss you, Your Mom, Dad and Family
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LUCERO -- Joe A. Lucero. In loving memory of our father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, Joe A. Lucero of Albuquerque, NM, (1907-2009) from the children of his first marriage to Stella Agnes Lash- Verne Lee and Christie Johnson Lucero of Rio Rancho and Lawrence Joseph Lucero of California; six grandchildren, Debra Ann Lynn Gonzales and husband, Tom of Rio Rancho, Verne Lee Lucero Jr. and wife, Kim of La Cienega, NM, Judge Angela Marie Gallegos and husband, Dennis of Espanola, NM, Eric Lawrence Lucero of Espanola, NM, Zachary Cipriano Lucero of Albuquerque and Lenora Jeanne Crow and husband, Bill of Edgewood, NM; 17 great-grandchildren; and ten great-great-grandchildren. Also survived by our loving uncles, Arnold Lucero of Las Cruces, NM and Albert Lucero and wife of Santa Fe. Many nephews and nieces. May God embrace you. Rest in peace, dad.
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

LUJAN -- DAVID LUJAN SR. The family of Mr. David Lujan Sr. would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Father Bill Sanchez, St. Edwins Catholic Church, presider of the Funeral Mass; to Selina Lujan for reciting the Rosary; and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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MARTINEZ -- Rafelita Martinez 1924 - 2009 On this day, we would have celebrated Rafelita Martinez 85th birthday. We love and miss you dearly and will continue to celebrate your life with our memories. In Our Hearts We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday And days before that too. We think of you in silence. We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our heart. ~Rose de Leon~ Rest in Peace, Lillian, Irene, Betty, Theresa, Kathy, Bernie, David, Michael
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MOLINA -- Joey E. Molina June 10, 1965 - July 28, 2007 Happy Holidays Joey. We Love and Miss You Very Much! Mom, Dad, Family and Friends
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

NELSON -- Reverend Charles B. Nelson, 77, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2009, at home very peacefully after a long illness of Parkinson Disease. He was born January 29, 1932. Charles was preceded in death by daughter, Donna Sue; sister, Frances Wilson; and brother, Arnold Nelson. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Evelyn Nelson; sisters, Nancy Lee and husband, Dan Lee and Juanita Young; three sons, Calem, Douglas, and Mark; four daughters, Dianna Johnson and husband, Ernie, Deborah Mares and husband, Roland, Patricia Young, Regina Chavez and husband Juan Rodriguez; ten grandchildren, Charity, Jennifer, Shanna, Charles, Jenny, Michelle, Katrina, Twana, Stephanie, and Laura; 18 great-grandchildren, Jacob, Gabriel, Alexzandra, Letycia, Ambrose, Estrella, Gabriella, Layla, Mikayla, Jodecy, Ashley, DeAnna, Daylin, Miguel, Josiah, Arianna, Isaiah, and Michael; and numerous nieces and nephews. Charles was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He worked as a baker at Griffins Bakery in Bluefield, WV and later worked at Jills Bakery in Albuquerque. Charles later had his own business in landscaping and security. He retired 14 years ago. Many thanks to Hospice for all their kindness in caring for our precious Charles: Teri Church, Pam Bosma, Elizabeth, Gary Thieme and Julie Hughes. Services will be held Saturday, December 26, 2009, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Pallbearers will be Calem Nelson, Douglas Nelson, Mark Nelson, Charles J. Nelson, Ernie Johnson, Roland Mares, and Juan Rodriguez. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menual Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Charles at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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OLIVES -- Crecencia "Cris" Olives, matriarch of the Olives family, died on December 23, 2009 at the age of 85. Devout in her Catholic faith, a mother of nine children, grandmother and great grandmother, she was the cornerstone of a sixty three member family. Born Maria Crecencia Chavez on June 12, 1924 in Los Tanos, New Mexico, Crecencia was one of seven children of Antonio Angel and Maria Guadalupe Martinez Chavez. She lived her childhood in Santa Rosa, New Mexico and graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1942. After graduation, she moved to Santa Fe where she worked for the State of New Mexico. With WWII at its height, Crecencia enlisted in the Navy and joined the WAVES corps, Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service. She trained in secretarial skills at Hunter College in New York City and was stationed at the Bureau of Ships in Washington DC where she assisted in reassigning shipmen returning from overseas. In the fall of 1945, traveling on a GI train from Chicago to Washington DC, Crecencia was seated next to a strapping young blond haired, blue eyed serviceman, PFC Robert Lee Olives, a native of Oakland, California. Stationed in Virginia, Robert would travel to DC to court Crecencia. That spring, he proposed on a hillside at Arlington overlooking the Potomac River. The war over and her fianc on post in Alaska, Crecencia was discharged from the Navy with the rank Yeoman Second Class and returned to New Mexico, enrolling in the University of New Mexico. One year later, on May 6, 1947 Crecencia married Robert and started what would become her exceptional family. Crecencia and her husband started their life together in Oakland. Robert worked as a repairman for the telephone company and Crecencia worked at the Alameda Air Base. During this time, Crecencia gave birth to their first child, a son named Michael. Later, the family would move to Tacoma, Washington and grow to five children, as Crecencia gave birth to Margaret, Maria, Marcia and Mark. Longing to be near her parents, Robert and Crecencia returned to Santa Rosa in 1956. Crecencia continued to grow her family while working full time for the New Mexico Welfare Department as a case worker. She would bring four more children into the family with the births of Maida, Melba, Merrick and Monica. She continued her professional career, being elected and serving two terms as County Clerk of Guadalupe County. Her elder children began families of their own, leaving to pursue college and careers. In 1972, the family would settle in Albuquerque, where Crecencia worked for the Disability Determination Unit for Social Security, until her retirement in 1989. Upon retirement, Crecencia embarked on a 20 year volunteer career at St Joseph's (now Lovelace) Hospital, where she assisted patients and their families, and was often called upon for Spanish/English translation. Crecencia served as a Board Member and Vice President of Membership of the Lovelace Auxiliary. She was recently awarded her 5,000 hour pin signifying her long and generous contribution to the hospital. Known as "Nana" by her 21 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren, she was "Mom" or "Nana" to hundreds of extended family and friends. She will forever be remembered for the comfort and kindness she imparted in each person she touched. Crecencia is preceded in death by her son Dr. Michael Lee Olives. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Robert Olives, her devoted children Margaret Gallegos and husband Manuel, Maria Castellano and husband Mike, Maida Thomsen and husband Tom, and Melba Junick and her husband Dennis, all of Albuquerque, Marcia Martinez-Helfman and her partner Sarah of Philadelphia, Mark Olives and Partner Chip Rae of East Hampton, NY, Merrick Olives and wife Lane of Atlanta, GA and Monica Richards and husband Trace of Fountain Hills, AZ, as well as her adoring grandchildren and great grandchildren. A Rosary service will be held on Sunday, December 27, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. at French Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. A funeral mass will be celebrated at on Monday, December 28, 2009, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Annunciation Church, 2532 Vermont NE, Albuquerque. A private burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted in Crecencia's memory by The Lovelace Auxiliary, 601 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd., NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please visit our online guestbook for Crecencia at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

OWEN -- David Owen, age 72, beloved and devoted husband, father and friend, passed away Monday, December 21, 2009. David was born on October 25, 1937 in Reed City, MI and was a resident of Edgewood, NM. David was a Veteran of the United States Army. He loved his family and adopted kids through the years. He was an animal lover who loved the outdoors and was a true horse whisperer. David will fondly be remembered as a man with a big heart and a "Hero" the most wonderful dad anyone could ask for. David is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Lisa Owen; his precious children, Scott, Debbie, Cody, Kelly and David E. Owen, Chad and Julie Garrison; and a host of friends. Services will be planned at a later date. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. David's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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RESER -- IN LOVING MEMORY Catherine Oct 7, 1908 - Dec 26, 2006 Alex May 14, 1910 - Nov 30, 1987 John May 10, 1946 - Nov 19, 2001 GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Love You, Babe and Family
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ROGERS -- Mary M. and Harry F. Rogers Mary M. Rogers December 30, 1912 - March 21, 2009 Harry F. Rogers May 27, 1913 - February 8, 2002 MERRY CHRISTMAS! Missing you Mom and Dad The Angels led you safely home. But you left some things behind. Memories tucked inside my heart. Those of a special kind. This is my first Christmas without you mom and dad, you have been gone for seven - but you are together. Love Always Pat (The Bootsil)
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VIGIL -- David Alexander Vigil. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this difficult time in their lives. Special thanks are extended to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church; the Casket Bearers; and to those who sent floral tributes, cards and food. Your thoughtfulness will forever be appreciated. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at, www.danielsfuneral.com. David's care was entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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VIGIL -- Manuel Vigil With Loving Memory of our Dad Manuel Vigil. Dad, we are still in shock and grieving the sudden loss of you. This Christmas or any other will not be the same without you. Dad were missing and hurting so bad, please give us the strength you had and help us get by. Merry Christmas Dad. Love always, Annette the kids and the entire Vigil Family
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

WADLEIGH -- Graydon Bernard Wadleigh, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2009 early in the morning with his wife, Josephine and his son Bud of Reno at his side. He was born in 1930 at Atascadero, CA to Varian A. Wadleigh and Frances Jane Powell Wadleigh, both of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of five years Jo Ellis; his son Varian A. Wadleigh II (Bud) and his wife Robbin; three daughters Jan, Ruth and Susan; and his granddaughter Shelby Cook. His extended family includes stepchildren, Allen (Colleen) Peters, Matthew Peters (Cindy), Jay Peters (Kathy), JoDee Martinez (Chris), and Lee Anne Borkowski (Chet); and 12 grandchildren, Laura Peters, Grace Peters, Donald Peters, Ashlei Rodriguez, Jason Rodriguez, Jayson Peters, Devin Peters, Lauren, KrisDee and Dante Martinez, and Alexander and Zachary Borkowski. Graydon's great passion besides all of his wonderful family was the Lady Lobo's Basketball Team. Graydon's infectious smile and sense of humor and love of his family will be missed, but never forgotten. A celebration of his life will be held December 27, 2009 at Jo and Graydon's house in Towne Park beginning at 4:00. All friends and acquaintances of Graydon and Jo are cordially invited to attend.
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009

WINDLE -- Warren F. Windle, son of Charles and Esther Windle was born in Mullinville, Kansas August 28, 1937. Warren is survived by his wife of 51 years, Fran; his son Jeff Windle of Albuquerque; and daughter Jana Windle of Beaumont, Tx; Warren and his wife adopted two grandchildren, Jenny and John Windle of Albuquerque; He is also survived by brother George and his wife Laura of Eagle River, Alaska and Leaford and wife Nan of Belen, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother Paul. He graduated from Fort Hays State College with a BS degree in Physics and Math and from Kansas State University with a MS degree in Physics. After teaching at Kansas State University for 2 years, he was employed be Sandia National Labs for 38 years. Warren was a Boy Scout Leader for 20 years and supported Scouting for 40 years. He received the Silver Beaver Award, Scouting's highest adult award. Warren has been active in his church since he was a teen-ager and served his church in Albuquerque in leadership positions for 45 years. Warren lived his faith every day in all that he did. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, December 28, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. at the Christ United Methodist Church, located at 6200 Gibson SE. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Christ United Methodist Church in Warren's name. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Warren's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188
        Published on: Fri December 25, 2009