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ALLEN -- Henny Allen. Thanks for honoring my husband with flowers, cards, food, and gifts! Your generous response was so overwhelming that I can't possibly thank everyone individually. So I want to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for being there for us. Sincerely: Dorothy Carroll and family
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ALLIE -- Mary F. 79, of Albuquerque died on January 29, 2010 at home, after a long illness. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Steve P. Allie. She also leaves behind her three children; Diana Vasquez of Albuquerque, Donald Waterfield and wife Connie of Moore, South Carolina and Debbie Cammarota and husband Jim of Port Orchard, Washington. Mary is also survived by her two brothers, William Gonzales and Manuel Gonzales of Wyoming. Mary was a grandmother to Valerie and Christy Vasquez, Jimmy and Jessica Cammarota, Justin Waterfield. Mary was also a proud great-grandmother to Michael, Kyler and Kyren. Mary also leaves behind her loving pet, Baby Kelly Allie. Mary graduated from Menaul School in 1949 where she continued to be an active member of the Menaul Alumni Association where she served as an officer of the local and national chapters. During her free time she enjoyed square dancing. She was also a member of the Mountain Bell Bellringers. Mary was also involved with the 4th Street Senior Center where she served as a board member and Deacon in the 2nd Presbyterian Church. Most of all Mary was a devoted Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother who joined her Parents and brother in heaven, will be missed very much. A visitation will be held for family and friends on Tuesday, February 2 from 6-9 p.m. at French - University. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, February 3 at 10:30 a.m. at 2nd Presbyterian Church on 812 Edith Blvd. NE, a committal service will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit our online guestbook for Mary at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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ANDERSON -- Renee Marie Cajthaml Anderson went home with our Lord on January 24, 2010. She was born December 15, 1970. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband Andrew Anderson; mother Cody Cajthaml; sister Marcia Chavez and family; God-Daughter Taylor Ann Chavez and grandmother Maxyne Kitner. She is also survived by mother-in-law Libby Anderson; dear friend and caregiver Elizabeth Choy and many relatives and friends. She enjoyed swimming, tennis, and especially fishing and camping with her husband. Memorial services will be Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 11:00am at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 210 Alvarado SE. Reception will follow at the church.
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ANDERSON -- Rosemarie "Oma" Anderson, 70. The family of Rosemarie "Oma" Anderson would like to thank all those who have lifted their family in prayer during this very difficult time. A special thank you is given to Hospice of the Sandias for their exceptional care, not only for our mother, but for the whole family. It is the "little" things that made such a difference! Also, we would like to thank Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Pastor Spomer, Torrance County Emergency Medical Services, Lovelace Hospital, and Manzano del Sol for extending their care upon "Oma". Your kind gestures will be held close to our hearts. 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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ANGEL -- Procopio "Cope" F. Angel, 92, of Kyle, TX and formerly of Los Lunas, NM, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 26, 2010. He was born August 20, 1917 to the late Albert and Altagracia Angel. Procopio proudly served with the Army Air Corps for 5 years during World War II with the 17th bomb group. He is survived by his son, Ferman Angel and his wife, Patricia of Los Lunas, NM; daughter, Louise Ann Henderson and her husband, Herschel, of Kyle, TX; grandchildren, George Archuleta and wife, Olga, Angela Angel, Jonathan Medina-Hererra and wife, Rachelle, all of Austin, TX, Brian Angel, Robbie Angel, Christina Jolly and her husband, Josh and Jennifer West and her husband, Jason, all of Los Lunas, NM; and 11 great-grandchildren. Copes is also survived by his cousin, Albert "Pete" Angel who was like a brother to him. Procopio was preceded in death by his wife, Fidencia "Faye" Angel and his grandson, Tony Kris Angel. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Friends may visit French - Wyoming Chapel, Sunday, January 31, 2010, at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated Monday, February 1, 2010, at 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment with military honors will take place on Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at 10:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be George Archuleta, Brian Angel, Robbie Angel, Jonathan Medina-Herrera, Albert Angel, and Joe I. Dominguez. Please visit our online guestbook for Procopio at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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ARAGON -- Louie E. (Tata) Aragon, 85, passed away January 28, 2010. Louie is survived by his wife of 67 years, Mary Alice Aragon; children Louie Aragon, Margaret Sanchez and husband Ray, Thomas Anthony Aragon, and Stephen Aragon and wife Karen; sisters Agatha Padilla, Beatrice Sisneros, and Kathy Valencia; brother Charles Aragon; eight grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited Sunday, January 31, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Edwins Church. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, February 1, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Edwins Church. Interment will follow the Mass at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian Aragon, Elsmen Aragon, Erik Sanchez, Joseph Sisneros, Reynaldo Benavidez, and Gilbert Casaus. Louie proudly served in the United States Army during WWII in the invasion of Normandy and was a lifetime member of the VFW post 401. He will be dearly missed. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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ARAGON -- Pauline S. Aragon, 74, resident of Santa Fe, NM, peacefully joined our Lord and Savior, surrounded by her family, on Wednesday, January 27, 2010. She is preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Erlinda Sandoval; her son, David Aragon; and in-laws, Joe V. Aragon and Oli Sanchez. Pauline is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Rafael Aragon Jr.; sons Leroy and wife, Grace, Michael and wife, Sylvia, Ralph and wife, Anna, Peter and wife, Carmela; daughter-in-law, Rose; her sister, Marcela Sandoval and John Serino and family; brother, Dennis Sandoval and wife, Paula LeSueur and family; her brother, Leo and wife, Sharon Sandoval and family; in-laws, Beatrice Sais, Lucy Wortman, Bob Arias, Fidel and wife, Sylvia Aragon, Aurelia Aragon of Los Lunas Pat and wife, Jo Ann Aragon from Santa Fe, Tony Sanchez of Belen; grandchildren, Carlos, Miguel, Ricardo, Joslynn Aragon de Herrera and husband, Nic, Antonio, Miriam, Erin, Alicia, and Daniel; great-grandchildren, Emma, Mateo and Vincent. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She will be greatly missed by all her relatives and friends. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Monday, February 1, 2010 at St. Anne Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. at Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Church. Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Honorary Pallbearers will be grandsons, Carlos, Antonio, Miguel, Ricardo, and Daniel Aragon. In Lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. www.stjudes.org in the name of Pauline S. Aragon.
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ARAGON -- Paul. The family of Paul Aragon would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Father Joe Vigil, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, presider of the Funeral Mass; to Deacon Juan Martinez, presider of the committal service; and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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BACHEN -- Alice Joan Bachen was born January 5, 1944 in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. She passed away Friday, January 22, 2010 in Albuquerque. Alice attended Hialeah High School in Hialeah, Florida. She attended USC Berkeley and worked as a Substance Abuse Counselor at BAART in San Francisco and Pittsburg, CA. Alice was preceded in death by her son, Michael A. Negron; brother, Edward R. Bachen and by her father, Robert S. Bachen. She is survived by her mother, Ethel Snavely Bachen of Albuquerque; her brother, Robert H. Bachen of Roy, NM; grandson, Kevin Seward of Bristol, CT; other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be held at the Solo Club, 2500 Candelaria NE., on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at 2:30pm. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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BETENBOUGH -- Donald Betenbough, 45 went to be with our Lord on Jan 28. Born Jan 15, 1965 in Moab Utah. He is survived by his wife Sara of 27 years. Three sons Brandon and wife Erika, Mickey, and Samuel Betenbough. Three grandchildren Haylee, Ethyn and Aidan Betenbough. He also leaves behind his mother Mary J. Saye along with her husband Don Saye. Three brothers, Wayne, Brian,and Ron Betenbough along with one sister Sheryl Betenbough. He also is survived by seven loving nephews and nieces. visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m. with the memorial services staring at 10:00 a.m.. All services will be held at The First Baptist Church of Los Chavez on Monday February 1, 2010. The church is located at 09 Los Chavez Park Lp, Belen, NM, across from the Old Mill.
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BROWN -- Mickey Brown, 82, died unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, January 26, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Charlie Brown; her sons Michael and wife Kim of Florida and Chris and wife Carolyn of Nashville; one granddaughter, Shelby of Florida; and her sweet little dog, Precious Pup. Mickey was born in Stockton, CA to Alberto and Elvira Michelotti. She later moved to Sacramento, where she met and married Charlie. With Charlie in the US Air Force and stationed in many different cities, Mickey was an avid volunteer at each base. Some of her activities included Family Services, Thrift Shop management and greeting "new arrivals" with transition services. After Charlie's retirement in 1974, Mickey and her family settled in Albuquerque, where she was involved in YAFL Football, as well as Thunderbird Little League Baseball, holding every board position and serving as president for many years. Mickey had a paper route for the Albuquerque Journal seven days a week for 27 years that she took over from her son, Chris, rarely missing a day up to the morning she died. She had unlimited energy, and an avid curiosity about everything new. Mickey lived a very full, active and happy life, successfully avoiding doctors. Instead, she relied mostly on the healing powers of the body. Friends may visit on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at French-Wyoming Chapel. A Celebration of Mickey's life will be held on Monday, February 1, 2010, 12:00 p.m., at French ~ Wyoming Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted at the mortuary or memorial contributions may be made in Mickey's name to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please visit our online guestbook for Mickey at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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CAHN -- Stuart Cahn, formerly of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, January 27, in Denver. He was 87. Stuart was an officer in the U.S. Navy during World War II, serving in the South Pacific. He was an American Furniture executive for many years and president of the congregation at Temple Albert. He is survived by his wife, Carol; children Michael Cahn and Liz Crossley; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Graveside services were Friday, Jan. 29, at the Temple Albert section, Fairview Memorial Park. Please visit our online guestbook for Cahn at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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CALSBEEK -- Darrell R. Calsbeek, 77, passed away peaceably early Friday morning, January 29, 2010 in Albuquerque, NM. Darrell was born and grew up in Rock Valley, IA, served in the US Air Force, and married Donna Lou Serck of Inwood, IA. He graduated from Morningside College and went to work for Klinger Construction Company until his retirement in 2000 at Albuquerque. He is survived by son Gregory of Dallas, TX; daughters Pamela of Denver, CO, and Rebecca of Spring Valley, WI; five grandchildren; and three great grandchildren; brother Gerard of Los Angeles, CA; sister Phyllis of Sauk Centre, MN; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by this parents Peter and Fannie Calsbeek and five sisters. Services will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home, the West Metro Chapel at 901 S. Sheridan Blvd. in Lakewood, CO at a date to be announced with burial in Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver CO.
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CAMPBELL -- Helen Laskar Campbell, born in San Francisco, CA on March 14, 1913 to immigrant Greek parents, slipped away Sunday, January 24, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilson DeWitt Campbell; parents, Basil and Anna Laskar; sister, Olga Laskar Pouls; and brother, Basil (Bill) Laskar; and grandson, David Mark Mick. She is survived by her daughters, Diane Campbell Riggs (Bill), Letha Campbell Young (Olin) and Karen Campbell Mick (David). Her grandchildren are Anna Riggs Eader (David), Margaret Riggs Hanks (Scott), William Riggs (LuRhee), Robert Riggs (Robin), DeWitt Young (Colleen), Chad Young (Debbie), Dennis Mick (Lisa) and Melissa Mick. Great-grandchildren are Ethan Hanks, Zane, Dillion and Garrett Riggs, Kassidy Young, Jessa Young, Brandon and Barrett Mich, Eric, Gina, Xanthe, Josh, Julianne and Bryk Wright. Active in the civic and business community, Helen was the first Executive Secretary of the Belen Chamber of Commerce, headed the Convention Committee for the Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, was Secretary of the New Mexico Restaurant Association and worked for the Albuquerque Convention Bureau in her later years. She had been retired for many years and resided at the St. Mary Rest Home where she enthusiastically participated and enjoyed all activities and fellowship. Our sincere gratitude to the entire staff of the St. Mary Rest Home for the loving care they gave to our Mother. She is loved and remembered by all who knew her and will be so missed. In accordance with her wishes, Helen has been cremated and placed with her beloved husband, "Ditty", at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Helen at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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CHACON -- VICTOR. The family of Victor B. Chacon would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Father Vincent Chavez, St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, presider of the Funeral Mass; to Deacon Eddie Blea for reciting the Rosary; and to pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
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CLOSSER -- William H. "Bill" Closser, 76, a resident of Placitas, NM passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Betty; seven children, William H. Closser Jr. and wife Diane of Knoxville, TN, Jo Anna Closser of Quakertown, PA, Bayard Closser and wife, Susan of Cincinnati, OH, John Closser and wife, Cheri of Columbus, OH, Brian Davis of Tracy, CA, Stephanie Kaplan and husband, Howard of Cincinnati, OH, and Darren Ferguson of Sonora, CA; ten grandchildren, Mitchell, Cole, Anna, Hannah, Sarah, Sydney, Will, Macie, Logann, and Rylee; one sister, Sara Natali of FL; and numerous other relatives and friends. Bill was preceded in death by one sister, Barbara Donald. He was born on August 28, 1933 in Waynesburg, PA to Harold Thompson and Catherine Hoge Closser and graduated from Waynesburg High School in 1951. Bill then served in the United States Navy for "three years, twenty four days, and eleven hours, but who was counting." He went on to attend and graduate from West Virginia University where he obtained his Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering. Later, he attended the University of New Mexico for his Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Bill then obtained his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Ohio State University. He had an extraordinary 43 year career in the semi-conductor industry which began at Sandia Labs and after several years in OH and CA, ended in Albuquerque with Sumitomo Sitix, (SUMCO) where he retired in 2000. "He was a real pioneer in the industry and a true silicon man." Bill was a member of Las Placitas Presbyterian Church. He always felt it was important to give back to your community. He and Betty loved traveling and fishing from Alaska to Mexico and California to the Eastern Seaboard. His family, both close and extended, had a very close connection to him. Bill was known as "Papa" to his grandchildren who had a very special place in his heart. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Services will be held on Monday, February 1, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church, 7 Paseo De San Antonio Road, Placitas, NM with Pastor Elizabeth Lyman officiating. Private interment will take place. Should friends desire, memorial contributions in Bill's name may be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309, donorinquiry@komen.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Bill at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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CREAMER -- Albert Creamer, 85, passed away Thursday January 28, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents: Herman B. Creamer and Lucille Baca and twin brother Alfred Creamer. Albert is survived by his wife of 39 years Julieta Creamer; son: Albert Creamer Jr.; daughters: Flore Lucero and husband Martin, Mercedes Hall and husband Matthew; brother: Michael Creamer and wife Elsie; 4 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and other family members and friends. Albert was a veteran and loved being around family and playing with his grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to the Rosary on Tuesday at 11:30a.m. followed by Life Celebration Mass at 12:00p.m. at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church and burial at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Pallbearers are Albert Creamer Jr., Matthew D. Hall, Martin Lucero, Frank Creamer, Salvador Perez, and Carlos Grajeda. Please visit Albert's online guest book at Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington St. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 884-5777
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DRUCKER -- Gertrude Drucker, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 2007, died Monday, January 25, 2010. She is survived by her son, David Drucker of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Gracey Drucker of Albuquerque; and brother, Bernard White of Tampa, FL. Gertrude was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Center for Spiritual Living, 2801 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Gertrude at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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EAGLIN -- Isabel Marie Eaglin was such a loved person, she was such a bright spot for so many people. She had an unlimited supply of friends and family that just adored her. Her family, husband Jim, children, Debi, Sandi and husband James Cooke and son Michael, Donna and husband Brad and girlies Payton and Sidney, James and wife Natalie. Siblings Mary Alice, Socorro, and Bobby and many, many, many friends and family. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
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FARAONE -- Betty Faraone, 79, passed away on January 28, 2010. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Betty's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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FRANKE -- Paul Richard Franke, Jr. passed away Monday, January 25, 2010 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in Mancos, CO to Paul R. and Elizabeth P. Franke and grew up in Mesa Verde National Park. He served as a bomber pilot in WWII and spent time in the Air Force Reserves. After graduation with a degree in Civil Engineering from Colorado University, he married Lois Elizabeth Gerber in 1948. He worked as an engineer on the Colorado-Big Thompson Trans Mountain Water Diversion project. He, Lois and baby daughter, Candace, then moved to Santa Fe where he worked briefly with the National Park Service before going to work at Los Alamos National Laboratories. A daughter, Emily, and also son Paul R. Franke, III were born in Santa Fe. At Los Alamos he worked on the Meson Physics Facility and the Hot Dry Rock Geothermal Energy Program. After retiring, he and Lois traveled extensively in Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East. He was a recognized master dry fly fisherman and a recognized amateur archaeologist working on digs with the renowned archaeologists Earl Morris and Charlie Steen. He also volunteered for the Friends of the College of Santa Fe Library. He was a long time member of Holy Faith Episcopal Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Ruth Trevathan. Paul is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lois; daughter, Candace Gillis and husband, John, daughter, Emily Laskowski and husband, Jack; son, Paul R. Franke III and wife, Cindy; two granddaughters, Abbey and Maddie Franke; brother-in-law, Earl Trevathan, sister, Mareli Elizabeth Eckberg and husband, Myron; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held Monday, February 1, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Faith Episcopal Church, 311 East Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family request in honor of Paul Richard Franke, Jr. that memorial contributions go to the Mesa Verde Foundation, P.O. Box Denver, CO 80211. Please visit our online guestbook for Paul at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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GEYSELAERS -- Maria Elisabeth "Lisa" Geyselaers, 75, of Brookfield, CT, widow, of Martin Eugene Geyselaers, passed away on January 23, 2010, while visiting her daughter in New Mexico. Lisa was born on January 26, 1934, in Berg en Terblijt, Netherlands, daughter, of the late Joseph and Maria Pluymaekers. She moved to Danbury in 1957 to be with her husband, who had already been living in the United States for a year. The couple moved from Danbury to Brookfield in 1963, where she had been living ever since. She worked as a seamstress in the Netherlands, and at Whisconier Middle School in Brookfield in the 1980's. With her husband, two children, and two grandchildren, Lisa enjoyed traveling all over Europe and the U.S. She also enjoyed knitting, making greeting cards, and spending time with her two beloved grandchildren. Lisa is survived by her daughter, Analise McHale, of New Mexico; her son, Lawrence Geyselaers of Brookfield and Megan Martin of New York City; her two grandchildren, Dillon of Brookfield and Christopher of New Mexico; brother, Remy Pluymaekers and wife, Tony of Berg en Terblijt, Netherlands; sister-in-law, Ann Najamy and Partner, Artie Lehman of New York; brother-in-law, Sam Geyselaers and wife, Bobbie of Vermont; sister-in-law, Minni Ubags of Berg en Terblijt, Netherlands; and many other friends and relatives in both the United States and the Netherlands. Lisa was predeceased by her husband, Martin, her brother, Jean Pluymaekers of the Netherlands, and her sister, Helena "Leny" Geyselaers of Danbury. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1959 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY, 10018, in memory of her husband, Martin. A Memorial will take place in Connecticut in mid-February. Please visit our online guestbook for Lisa at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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GOLDMAN -- Stephen Goldman, age 58, beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend, caught the tail of the comet and headed for the cosmos on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 following a lengthy and difficult struggle with leukemia. Steve is preceded in death by his parents, Simon and Rebecca Goldman. He is survived by his wife and soul mate, Cynthy; sisters and brother-in-law Joan and Sam Ginsburg of NY and Barbara Goldman of Santa Fe; brother Martin Goldman and sister-in-lawMargaret Barr of Berkeley, CA. He leaves behind nieces and nephews Adam and Kara, Karen and Jeremy, Sarony and Uri, Cody and Tricia, Danielle and Nick, Lisa, and Michael and Susan in addition to several great-nieces and nephews. Steve graduated from UNM in 1979 with an accounting degree and became a CPA, but his real love was creating great pottery that came to be known as Laughing Goat Pottery. Steve, we will miss your kind and generous heart, your energy (especially when dancing wild polkas with Cynthy), your beautiful soul, the sparkle in your eyes, and especially, that amazing and wonderful laugh,uniquely yours, that endeared you to the many, many people whose lives you touched. Your resonating honesty, fervent belief in outerspace beings, lack of a scintilla of materialism, brilliant mathematical mind and belief in helping anyone who needed it, all combined to make your radiating uniqueness unforgettable and forever. A celebration of Steve's life will take place on Monday, May 31, 2010 at the Tijeras Open Air Art Market. More details will be available on the TOAAM website and through the Laughing Goat website where, thoughts, stories, pictures and memories of Steve can be posted and shared.
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GREEN -- Maureen Green, 52, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on January 24, 2010. Mrs. Green is survived by her two sons, Alan Green and Marcos Couffer; father of her sons, Robert R. Couffer; her mother, Bertha Somerville; fiance, Charles West; five sisters; three brothers; and three grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 2, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 300 Mildred NW at 4th Street, with a Memorial Mass to be held at 9:30 a.m., Father Vincent Paul Chavez, presider. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
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GRINDELL -- Albert G. Grindell, 92, longtime resident of the Albuquerque area passed away at Vista Care Hospice on Tuesday, January 26, 2010, surrounded by his loved ones. Albert G. Grindell was born in Baltimore, MD to Norma and Thomas Grindell. He was raised in Baltimore and summered with extended paternal family in Pittsburgh, PA. As a young man, he was a boilermaker and machinist for the Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road. During WW II he served in the Army Air Corps as a machinist and Master Sergeant in the 2nd Base Air Depot (BAD-2) in Seething, England (1943-1945). After WWII, he attended Carnegie Tech University, Pittsburgh, PA and graduated as a Mechanical Engineer. Immediately following, but briefly, he worked at Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM, prior to transferring to Oak Ridge National Laboratories. In Oak Ridge, TN, he pursued graduate school and a career in non-weapons engineering research and application. From 1950 to 1982, he was employed by ORNL as a mechanical engineer in the Experimental Engineering Department of the Reactor Division performing tests and developing cooling systems for successive generations of nuclear reactors. He and his family attended First Presbyterian Church, where he sang in the choir and served as an usher and deacon. For entertainment, he played softball on the ANP team of ORNL. He was an avid major league baseball fan, attending games whenever he traveled for business or pleasure. In 1987, he and his wife moved to Corrales, NM to live near family. He has been a well regarded resident of Grand Court Senior Living, Albuquerque, since 2004. He is predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Edwardine D. Grindell and brother, Thomas E. Grindell. He is survived by son, Don K. Grindell of San Francisco, CA. Loving grandson, Mica Grindell-Holmes, daughter Maureen E. Grindell and Mark D. Holmes live in Albuquerque, NM and will miss him as a devoted, supportive father. He is also survived by sister Thelma R Connolley of Baltimore, MD, plus many cherished nieces and nephews in the Mid- Atlantic region. This intelligent, considerate, humorous, classic gentleman will be missed by all. 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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HARRIS -- Daniel R. Harris, age 90, of the Bear Canyon Retirement Community in Albuquerque, passed away comfortably at Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice on January 27, 2010 after a brief illness. Daniel was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on September 9, 1919 and served his nation honorably, enlisting in the United States Navy in 1941. His wife of fifty-seven years, Virginia Barr Harris, and his son, David Lowell Harris, preceded him in death. Surviving are his daughter Patricia Jean O'Connor and son-in-law George R. O'Connor of Orange County, California and daughter-in-law Ruby Mendez-Harris of Socorro, New Mexico. In keeping with Daniel's wishes, there will be no formal memorial service. The Daniels Family Funeral Services have cared for Daniel's last needs. Donations to the American Cancer Society or American Lung Association or Hospice are requested in lieu of flowers or cards. 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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HINOJOS -- JOHNATHON HINOJOS I love and miss you mijo. Popo
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HINOJOS -- JOHNATHON HINOJOS It was four years ago today that you left us to be an angel. We love and miss you so much baby boy. Love mama, dad, Bobby, Sabrina, Mariah, John JR, Baby John, Nana and Sigi
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LANDMAN -- Maria A. Landman, 83, passed away on January 27, 2010. She was born November 3, 1926, in Las Nutrias, NM, to Juan and Rosa (Chavez) Sanchez. Maria is survived by her children, David A. Sanchez, Betty Baca (Raymond), Tresa Villa (Anthony), Phyllis Montoya (Pete), Joseph Landman, and Francis Montano (Max); twelve grandchildren, Stanley Sanchez, Stephanie Branch, Robert Quiroz, Michael and Joanne Villa, Erica, Sarah, and Joshua Downs, Felice Landman, Anachelica, and Desarae Montano, and Clarice Landman-Montano; and fourteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and loving husband, Walter. Visitation will be held Monday, February 1, 2010 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Daniels Family on Wyoming, with Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be held Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 9:00 a.m., at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande, 5901 St. Joseph's Dr. NW, with burial to follow at 2:00 p.m. in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Quiroz, Michael Villa, Sarah Downs, Joshua Downs, Joanne Villa, Anachelica Montano, Felice Landman, and honorary pallbearers will be all the remaining grandchildren. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Maria's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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MCKINNEY -- Thomas William "Bill" McKinney died on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at the age of 87 in his home in Albuquerque NM, with family and friends present. He was born December 4, 1922 in Agua Fria, NM. The youngest of three, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robert "Bud" McKinney; and sister, Lillian "Sis" Kraus. He is survived by his cherished wife of 58 years, Mary Nell McKinney; sons, Jeff McKinney and his wife Cathy; Thomas W. McKinney and his wife Gail; Mark McKinney; Patrick McKinney and his wife Valerie; grandchildren Jessica McKinney; Travis McKinney; Elizabeth Nunez and her husband Francisco; TJ McKinney; Alexandra McKinney; Luke McKinney; and great-grandchild, Sebastian Nunez. Bill managed the historic Kimo Theater in downtown for several years and was a veteran of the US Army. He spent nine years with the NM Department of Game & Fish as a reserve conservation officer as well as having a long and distinguished career at Sandia National Laboratories, retiring in 1985. Bill especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking and writing. He was blessed with countless friends, some who've preceded him in death as well as some who now are left here, missing him. No service is planned; there will be a small, private gathering where the family will celebrate Bill's life. Since the Carrie Tingley Children's hospital was so instrumental in Bill's battle with polio as a child, the family requests in lieu of flowers please send donations to Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation, 700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Bldg. 2, Suite 204, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please visit our online guestbook for Bill at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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MICHALEK -- James E. Michalek, 82, a resident of Albuquerque, died January 27, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dolores and many other relatives and friends. Jimmy was born July 6, 1927 in Milwaukee, WI. He retired as a 30 year veteran of the City of Milwaukee Police Force. He was proud to have serviced his country in the US Navy during WWII and was a member of the American Legion Post 99. He also belonged to the National Rifle Association. Graveside services will be held Wednesday February 3, 2010, 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Jimmy at www.remembertheirstory.com. French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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MOLINA -- Jesse James Molina went to be with our Lord peacefully at home on Thursday, January 28, 2010. Jesse touched and blessed many lives in his short 18 year journey with us and will be missed dearly. His steadfast courage, unforgettable smile, love for life, care and concern for others were just a few of his wonderful strengths. Jesse will be a 2010 graduate of Rio Rancho High School where he enjoyed learning and sharing his knowledge with his classmates and teachers. He also worked as a part-time intern at True Value Hardware and Dollar Tree. In 2006 Jesse attended the loving setting of Imus Ranch in Ribera, NM for desperately ill children where he gained strength in battling his life-changing events. Jesse has been an inspiration to all those he touched and has left a legacy of strength and love that will live within us forever. Jessie is lovingly survived by his mother and step-father, LaRae and Art Cruz of Rio Rancho, NM; his father James Molina of Albuquerque; sister Deserae Molina; niece, Nevaeh Chavez; nephew Giovanni Ortega of Rio Rancho; his grandparents Roy and Judi Morris of T or C, NM; Leonela Molina of Albuquerque, Robert and Mary Ann Cruz of Rio Rancho; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, classmates, teachers and a host of friends. In remembrance of Jesse a "Celebration of Life" will be shared on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Alameda Mortuary. At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may me made to the Children's Oncology Research Center at www.curesearch.org. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Jesse'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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MONDRAGON -- JoAnn E. Mondragon You never said "I'm leaving" You never said goodbye You were gone before I knew it, And only God knew why. A million times I needed you, A million times I cried If Love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. In Life I loved you dearly In death I love you still. A part of me has gone with you, and I will see you soon. To my wife and my best friend Bob
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MONTOYA -- Eddie G. Montoya, 72, a resident of Las Vegas, NM, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, April 13, 1937. He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Felecita and Dr. Robert Taylor Sr.; his parents, Martha and Basilio "Poppy" Montoya; a sister and brother-in-law Tillie Cortese and husband Frank; and a brother, Basilio Jr. He was raised by his grandparents as well as his parents in the rural community of La Jara, NM. He often would tell stories of helping Dr. Robert Taylor deliver newborn babies and treating the sick. He is survived by his loving companion of 14 years, Ruth Jimenez of Las Vegas, NM; Mackie Thrush and husband Dan of Albuquerque, NM the mother of his four loving daughters: Audrey Madrid and husband Phillip of Las Vegas, NM, Ruby Montoya, Debbie Abeyta and husband Terry and Marti Currier and husband Trevor all of Albuquerque, NM; five brothers: Johnny Montoya and wife Bertha, Phil Montoya, George Montoya, and Joe Montoya and wife Sherri all of Albuquerque, NM and Arthur Montoya and wife Rae of La Jara, NM; 12 grandchildren and by a large extended family and many friends. Eddie was a soft spoken man of many talents who enjoyed general construction work. He retired and worked for many years as a petroleum equipment technician for Mitchell Equipment of Albuquerque, NM. He was an avid outsdoorsman who enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting. He enjoyed his retirement with Ruth, family, and friends. A visitation will be held on Sunday, February 31, 2010 from St. Francis Chapel at Gonzales Funerals & Cremations, 2315 Hot Springs Blvd., Las Vegas, NM. A rosary will be recited on Sunday at 5:00 p.m. from Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11:00 a.m. from the Santo Nino Church in La Jara, NM. Father C. John Brasher will celebrate the Mass. The interment will follow in the churchyard cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Heating and Air Conditioning Fund at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 403 Valencia Street, Las Vegas, NM 87701. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.gonzalesfunerals.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Billy G. Rogers at Gonzales Funerals & Cremations, 2315 Hot Springs Blvd. 1-888-525-9319.
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MOYA -- Ernest Moya, 64, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on January 27, 2010. Mr. Moya is survived by his children, Ernestine Lucero and husband, Morris, Anthony Moya, and Gary Moya and girlfriend, Lee Ann; his siblings, Celina Chavez, Abbie Church and husband, David, Efrain Moya and wife, Rebecca, and JoAnn Jeager and husband, Mick, and Jerry P. Moya and wife, Josie; five grandchildren, Melissa, Brandon, Ryan, Julian, and Audrina; great-granddaughter, Brianna; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Moya was preceded in death by his son, Joseph Moya. Mr. Moya was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Monday, February 1, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 8:30 a.m., a Communion Service will follow at 9:00 a.m., Deacon Pablo LeFebre, presider. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brandon Lucero, Ryan Lucero, Danny Moya, Robert Baca, Eric Rodriguez, and Lawrence Michelback. Honorary pallbearer will be Julian Moya. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
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NOBLES -- Mrs. Claudia Ann Nobles, born June 1, 1935 in San Francisco CA. Parents were Rowland A. and Jean M. Boone. Claudia was raised as an Air Force Brat in: Hemet, CA; San Antonio, TX; Long Island, NY; and Colorado Springs, CO (where she graduated from high school). After high school, Claudia attended secretarial school, honing her typing and shorthand skills. She obtained a secretary job for the Safety Office at Hamilton AFB, in San Rafael, CA, where she met her husband Bobbie Nobles. She and Bobbie married in the Hamilton AFB Chapel, then they spent the next three years in Europe. Claudia supported her husband through three other overseas tours by raising their son, David "Gary" Nobles. Claudia continued using her secretarial and administrative talents in various schools and doctors offices and also volunteered in administrative jobs with bowling leagues, refugee programs and officers wives clubs. Claudia also ran the administration department of Nobles Tax Service. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Bobbie Nobles, and one son, David "Gary" Nobles, who lives in Rio Rancho with his wife Sherry. A visitation will be held Wednesday, February 3, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at French - University location, 1111 University Blvd. NE. A funeral service will be held Thursday, February 4, 2010, 3:00 p.m. at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. with cremation to follow. Please visit our online guestbook for Claudia at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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PADILLA -- JOSEFITA S. PADILLA January 31, 1920 - April 16, 1984 In Loving Memory
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PATTON -- William (Bill) Alexander Patton, 76, passed away January 28, 2010 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Bill was born in Hendersonville, North Carolina on June 13, 1933 to Ralph and Lillian Patton. Bill proudly served his country and retired from the U. S. Air Force as a Master Sergeant. He is survived by his loving wife Lorraine; four daughters: Carol Ann Sexton and husband Richard of Brookfield, Wisconsin, Theresa Christine Vasquez in Peoria, Arizona, Pamela Jean Bridges and husband John in Sanger, Texas and Patricia Lee McCormick and husband Tim in Tyler, Texas; one son, William Alexander Patton and wife Catherine in Jacksonville, Florida; five sisters: Barbara Harrison and husband Dewy of Sebring, Florida, Francis Hudson in National City, Michigan, Joyce Kennedy in White Lake, Michigan and Martha Lewis of Clarkston, Michigan. Bill is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren and by a very loving extended family. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Kathleen Marie Lunfford; one grandson, David Britton and many friends and golfing buddies. The family requests that donations be made to your favorite charity in lieu of flowers. The family wishes to say thank you and God Bless all the doctors and nurses at Vista Care. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. in the Daniels Family Funeral Service Carlisle Chapel, 3113 Carlisle NE with a prayer service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Cremation will follow. Condolences may be made at www.danielsfuneral.com Bill's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Service Carlisle Chapel 3113 Carlisle NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 505-884-1188
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PAVATT -- Mary Pauline Pavatt, 90, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on January 29, 2010. She was 90 years old. 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, NM 87124 (505) 892-9920
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PERALTA -- Orlando R. Peralta Sr., 56, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on January 30, 2010. Mr. Peralta is survived by his daughters, Jeannie Peralta and Debbie Peralta and fiance, Fernando Galloupe; his sisters, Diane Peralta and fiance, Jerry Rivera and Lupe Mackey and husband, Brian; his brothers, Gilbert Peralta, Raymond Peralta and wife, Susan, Lawrence Peralta and wife, Carol, and Michael Peralta and fiance, Margaret; grandchildren, Valerie, Robert, Alyssa, Orlando III, Reyanna, Gabriel, Christopher, and Mya; great-granddaughter, Angelique; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Peralta was preceded in death by his son, Orlando Peralta Jr. Mr. Peralta was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 2, 2010 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gabriella Nieto. Final visitation will be Wednesday, February 3, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway SE, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m, Father Stephen Hickman, presider. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Peralta, Fernando Galloupe, Adrian Peralta, Steven Peralta, Jerry Rivera Jr., Michael Peralta Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Peralta, Mark Peralta, and Ludwig Ortiz. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
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REEVES -- Donald Everett Reeves, 88, formerly of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2010 in Mesa, Arizona. He was a Veteran of the US Army, serving in WWII. He was a strong Christian Man who loved the Lord and his Church, Grant Chapel AME (Albuquerque), He loved to travel, fish, tell stories of his life, listen to the golden oldies, cook and be with his family. After he retired from the United States Post Office, he ran an Ice Cream vending truck in Alb., NM. His loving wife of 42 years, Sivlois; children: Lyndsay (Matthew) Donnelly, Rev Crystal (Andre) Harris, Monica Reeves, Gerald (Sabrina) Reeves; grandchildren: Cheryl Reeves, Melvin (Stephanie) Brown, Donald (Veronica) Brown, DeMall James Reeves, Rhiannon (Ben) Gardier, Francis Donnelly, Octavia Donnelly, Trevor Donnelly, Joel A. Harris II, and Chantel Harris, Sydney Reeves He is also survived by his sister Mary Lindsey of Washington, DC; and his life-long friend Lonnie Carothers (Alb). Donald leaves behind to celebrate his life a host of family, and friends. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 1, 2010 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity A.M.E. Church in Mesa, AZ. Interment at National Memorial Cemetery of AZ in Phoenix, AZ. Preston Funeral Home. (602)-304-0083
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RUTH -- Emma Mary (Ritter) Ruth was born November 20, 1920 in Berks County, Pennsylvania and passed away on December 2, 2009 in Arvada, Colorado at the age of 89. A family rosary was held at Olinger Woods Chapel in Golden, CO. on Sunday evening, December 6, 2009. Her memorial mass was celebrated at St. John of Arc Catholic Church in Arvada Co. on December 7, 2009. Family and friends gathered afterward to share memories and honor a life well-lived. Her kindness and smile will be missed by everyone who knew Emma. She is survived by six children: John Ruth of Ojai, CA; Robert Ruth and wife Judith Griego-Ruth of Albuquerque, NM; Gary Ruth and wife Kim of Victoria, TX.; Francis Ruth and wife Gloria of Aztec, NM; Thomas Ruth of El Paso, TX; Josephine Wheeler and husband Michael Wheeler of Lakewood, Co. She was preceded in death by her husband, John J. Ruth, her parents, Mary (Schaeffer) and Robert Ritter. Emma has 21 grand-children and 21 great grand-children. Emma served as a WAC in the US Army during WWII; she was stationed in Albuquerque, NM and Warrington, England, where she met and married her husband John Ruth of Philadelphia, PA. who was also serving in the US Army. A private service will be held at Ft. Logan National Cemetery with military honors.
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SALAZ -- Cleofa B. Salaz born July 28, 1921 died January 21, 2010. Survived by daughter, Fabiola Prahalis; two grandchildren, Pandora Meyer and Paul Prahalis; two great-grandchildren, Jake and Finn Meyer. Various nieces, nephews and close cousins. Interment will be in Denver, CO to be announced at a later date.
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SANCHEZ -- Mayra Alejandra Sanchez was born on May 30, 1989 and passed away on January 21, 2010. At this time, no services have been arranged. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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SANCHEZ-DAVIS -- Ishmael L. Smokey, 80, passed Wednesday, January 27, 2010 after a lengthy illness with Parkinson's. He was also a cancer survivor. Smokey was preceded in death by his parents, Lucy Davis and Ishmael Sanchez. He retired as Director and Regional Director of HUD/FHA; and throughout his life and career served as a volunteer on numerous Boards and Committees. Most recently, he served as a Board Member of the Albuquerque Museum Foundation, the US New Mexico Federal Credit Union for more than 35-years, and the City of Albuquerque Police Oversight Committee. Smokey was especially proud to have been one of the original organizers of the City of Albuquerque Founders Day Celebrations; and his time in the NM House of Representatives. He was a Deputy Assessor with the Bernalillo County Assessor's Office, a member of the UNM Lobo Club, and served on a Vocational Rehabilitation Committee for the State of NM. He took great pleasure in having lunch with the retired APS Counselors too! He was a graduate of St. Michael's High School in Santa Fe; a graduate of The College of St Joseph's on the Rio Grande and attended UNM Law School. Smokey is survived by his wife of forever, Prestina Sanchez-Davis; his daughters Brenda Sanchez-Davis and Samina Sanchez-Davis; and his five grand cats. Pallbearers include Michael Davis, Richard Davis, Vicki Pollack, Georgette Jaurequi, Gary Mendiola, Rick Maldonado, Michael Brunacini, and Lew Seebinger. Honorary Pallbearers include Ray Brunacini, Dr. Robert Castillo, Edward Chavez, Dick Elias, Michael Griego, Nick Kapnison, Billy Marciondo, Joseph Delta Walker and his St Michael's classmates: Vicente Apodaca, Gilbert Delgado, Victor Garcia, Al Grady, Manuel Lujan, Rubel Montoya, Alfred O'Malley, Rudy Pacheco, Donald Rodriguez, Manuel Rodriguez, Dan Russel, Damacio Salazar, and, Victor Fidel and Paul Shea who are recently deceased. Monday, February 1, there will be a visitation beginning at 3:00 PM; the Rosary recited at 7:00 PM at French's Mortuary Chapel on Lomas east of Eubank. There will be coffee and sharing of memories after the Rosary. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, February 2, at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper Ave NW. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. The family would like to express their deep gratitude to BeeHive Assisted Living and to Zia Hospice for the love and care Smokey, and his three girls, received during his illness. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Museum Foundation, 1311 Tijeras Ave., NW, Albuquerque, 87102. Please visit our online guestbook for Smokey at www.remembertheirstory.com. French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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SCHULTZ -- The family of Bob Schultz would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who sent prayers, cards, flowers, food and provided any assistance following his death on January 19, 2010. You kindness will always be remembered. French 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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SCOVIL -- Bonde Avis Scovil - Born Bonde Avis Mauldin, (married names; Stein then Scovil), (Mom), left our world early Monday, January 25, 2010 due to complications of a heart attack. Leaving all those who knew her with memories that will last lifetimes. Bonde was born March 25, 1932 to Lennox Luke Mauldin and Della Maye Reed in Albuquerque NM. There she raised and watched over her seven children Charles (Chuck), John, Carl (Vic), Chris, James, Avis & Matt . In 1973, Bonde moved to Battle Mtn., Nevada where she finished raising her three youngest children among a myriad of extended family and friends who lived in the Central Nevada desert. Mom said many times that her life began when she moved to Nevada. Her new surroundings inspired her creativity, her sense of adventure and the romantic inside her. In 1977 Bonde married Paul Scovil, the man she donned her "Love of Loves". During the next 15 years Bonde lived an adventuress lifestyle. Bonde spread her wings and literally flew off (obtaining her pilot's license in 1982) to secluded destinations where she sailed, skied, hiked and explored. Those years Mom said, "Were a lifetime of happiness". Later in life, Bonde delved deep into her creative talents and painted many fascinating works of art, each of which contain a piece of her life's experiences mixed with her fanciful and ingenious imagination. Mom also loved literature and was never without a novel to read. She has written stories and poetry which she has shared with her children and grandchildren, forever enriching their lives. Bonde now joins her Father Luke, Mother Della, sister Mavis, brothers Son, Darvin, Tom and Jerry Don who have preceded her. She leaves behind her youngest brother Monty (Bud), 7 children, 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren along with countless cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends
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SIDES -- Fern Prather - Sides, 80, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, January 21, 2010. She is survived by her daughters, Donna Sauve and husband Emery and Bobbie Harrington and husband Ron; stepsons, James Michael Sides and wife Beckey and John David Sides and wife Beth; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; and her siblings, Virtus Savage, Pearl Stumper and husband Ed and Helen Counts of Roseburg, Oregon and Mike Savage and wife Jane and Van Savage and wife Karen of Springfield, Colorado; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emmett and Ollie Savage; her first husband Barney Prather; and by her second husband Ray Sides. Fern graduated from high school at 15 and worked in a department store in downtown Los Angeles with the help a teacher and an amended birth certificate. She met the love of her life, Barney Prather, in 1945 and they married in 1946. Wherever they lived, California, Texas, Oklahoma or Alamogordo, they made a great, hard working team. They worked for companies such as Convair, McDonald Douglas and Hugh Aircraft at Holloman Air Force Base. In 1960, rather than transfer to Florida or Southern California they managed the Alamogordo branch of TBL Insurance Adjusters. They also enjoyed their ranch home near Tularosa gardening, raising alfalfa and tending various livestock. In 1973 Barney died suddenly. Four years later Fern married Ray Sides, who was retired Air Force. He was also an insurance adjuster and very active in Sertoma. They enjoyed an active life together until Ray passed away in 1989. Fern loved and enjoyed her children and grandchildren and even wanted to see them compete in athletic events. She also continued to be active in the St Johns Episcopal alter guild, keeping her yard and home immaculate, reading, sewing, quilting and enjoying jigsaw puzzles. Memorial contributions may be made to The Alter Guild of St. Johns Episcopal Church, PO Box 449, Alamogordo, NM 88310 (575-437-3891) or the Alzheimer's Association of NM Chapter, 9500 Montgomery Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. A memorial service will be held Saturday, 1:00 p.m., February 6, 2010 at Hope Evangelical Free Church , 4710 Juan Tabo NE, Albuquerque, NM. Burial has taken place at Monte Vista Cemetery in Alamogordo Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Fern at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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SORROCHE -- Joseph Sorroche June 20, 1931 - January 31, 2009 We miss you so much our love for you will never end. You will forever live in our hearts. Your loving family, Celina, John, Jeff, Joe Jr., Jack and Sandra
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SPAIN -- Virginia G. Spain March 15, 1914 to January 22, 2010 Virginia Grinstead Spain, 95 years old, passed away in Newberg, OR. Services will be held in Albuquerque, NM and will be announced at a later date. Virginia was born in Clinton, MO to Sacra and Mary Grinstead. In 1935, she received her teaching certificate in French and English from Hendrix College. Virginia taught English and French then married Charles Spain in 1939 and had three children. They spent several years moving around the country as Charlie completed his Ph.D. and then pursued his career in education. Ultimately, they ended up in Albuquerque when Charlie became the Dean of the College of Education at the University of New Mexico then as Albuquerque Public School Superintendent. After Charlie's death, Virginia returned to the work force as an office manager for Albuquerque OB-Gyn medical group. When she retired, Virginia continued to be active at the United Methodist Church and Albuquerque PEO. In 2003, she moved to Yamhill County, OR to be near her son, Steve and his family. Virginia was an avid reader and her house was always full of books. She also enjoyed cooking, gardening, and needlepoint. She spent a great deal of time with her grandchildren and her neighbor's children. She was Grandma Gin to many people. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Charles R. Spain; parents, and son, Steven E. Spain. She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Agin of Lincolnshire, IL; son, David Spain of Albuquerque, NM; grandchildren, Shawn Spain and Scott Spain of Albuquerque, NM, Camille Spain who is serving in the Navy stationed in Okinawa, Japan, and Laurel Spain of Yamhill, OR; and two great-grandchildren. To leave online condolences, please visit www.macyandson.com.
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TERRAZAS -- MARY A. Terrazas October 9, 1940 - February 1, 2008 You left us precious memories, your love is still our guide and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Love from your husband, daughter and all your family.
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TOY -- Larry A. Toy, 60, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Renee Toy; daughter, Raina Toy; father, George Toy; brother, George Toy, Jr.; and sister, Sylvia Toy. He was preceded in death by his mother, Estella Toy. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, February 3, 2010, 10:00 a.m. at Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors Blvd. NW. Please visit our online guest book for Larry at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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VALLEJOS -- Isabelita Vallejos, age 81, a resident of Valencia County for over 20 years and a former resident of Albuquerque, NM for 50 years, passed away on January 29, 2010. She was born in Cubero, NM to the late Estanislado and Adelida Chavez. She is preceded in death by her husband of over 40 years, Narciso Vallejos. Isabelita is survived by three brothers, Joe, Carlos, and Roy Chavez; three sisters, Micklita, Arlene "Rosie", and Anna; six sons, Richard, Johnny, Narcie, Toby, Jimmy, and Mike Vallejos; four daughters, Linda, Virginia, Irene, and Rita; 32 grandchildren; and 42 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by many loving cousins, nieces and nephews. A Public Viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, February 1 at 5:00 p.m. with Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A Final Visitation will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Tuesday, February 2 at 9:30 a.m. with Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Richard, Jr., Johnny, Jr., Troy, Toby, Jr., Vincent, and Phillip. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lance and Steven. Sign Isabelita's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM. (505) 864-8501
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VICKERS -- Colonel Robert E. Vickers Jr., a resident of Taos, NM and formerly of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on January 28, 2010. He is survived by his son Mark R. Vickers and daughter in law, Darlene Vickers of Albuquerque; three step daughters: Sheila Ross of Taos, Janace Chapman of Casper, WY and Billie Clark of Albuquerque; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Robert was preceded in death by his wife Annell Waldrop-Ross Vickers of Taos. Colonel Vickers graduated from high school in Fort Wayne, IN and enlisted in the United States Air Force as an Aviation Cadet in 1942. He entered pilot training in 1943, earning pilot's wings and officer commission in 1944, subsequently training as a B-24 Liberator Bomber Pilot and aircrew commander. He was assigned combat crew duty with U.S. 8th Air Force, 392nd Bomb Group (B-24's) in Wendling (Norfolk) England in late 1944 and flew 30 combat missions over Nazi Germany. His aircraft was shot down while on a mission near Dresden, Germany on January 16, 1945. The crew bailed out over friendly front lines in the Battle of the Bulge area near Metz, France and behind the rear guard of General George Patton's 3rd Army. Colonel Vickers trained as a B-29 Superfortress Instructor Pilot for the Pacific Theater as WW II closed. After 32 years of continuous active USAF duty he retired on May 1, 1975. Colonel Vickers was awarded Legion of Merit; Distinguished Flying Cross; Meritorious Service Medal; Air Medal with multiple Oak Leaf clusters; Air Force Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Clusters; Presidential Unit Citations (392nd BG), WWII and SAC (28th BW), B-52 'Cold War" operations, Major Overseas War Campaign ribbons for European Theater of Operations, WWII, w/ Battle Stars; Berlin Airlift; Korean and Vietnam conflicts. Interment will be at The National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 1:30pm. Arrangements by Rivera Family Mortuaries and Crematory.
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VIGIL -- Josephine Vigil, 89, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on January 28, 2010. Mrs. Vigil is survived by her daughters, Ramona H. Vigil and Madeline Pineda and husband, Greg; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday, February 1, 2010 from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m., Spanish 7th Day Adventist Church, 5200 Iliff NW, with a Funeral Service to be held at 1:00 p.m., Pastor Jaime Calvo, presider. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
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VORENBERG -- Adele Vorenberg, 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on January 26, 2010. Born on December 2, 1914 in Waco, TX, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Morris. She is survived by her daughter, Tresa Vorenberg; and granddaughter, Morika Hensley; her son and daughter-in-law, Alan and Anne Vorenberg; grandchildren, Kitty, Jeremy, and Trevor Vorenberg, all of whom were the lights of her life. Her exemplary life was distinguished by her strength of character and principles, her uncompromising integrity, her unyielding work ethic, and most of all her love. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her memory to Temple Beit Tikva, PO Box 24094, Santa Fe, NM 87502, or your favorite charity, or simply give an act of kindness and dedicate it to her. Memorial Service will be held at Temple Beit Tikva, 2230 Old Pecos Tr.,Tuesday, February 2,2010, 5:00 pm
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WALKER -- George Raymond Walker, 96, passed through to be with the Lord on January 29, 2010. George was born June 11, 1913 in Niagara Falls, NY to James R. Walker and Mary (nee Lyle) Walker. He was the second of four sons. George spent his early years growing up in Duquesne, PA. From there his family moved several times including stays in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Houston, TX. While living in Houston, George joined the Civilian Conservation Corp. The Corp brought him to New Mexico. He had many fond memories of working as a driller and working with dynamite while building roads in the Carlsbad and Jemez mountain areas in New Mexico. George was active in CCC Legacy, Chapter 141. He served with the US Army during WWII. After leaving the Army, he returned to Santa Fe, NM and worked as a heavy crane operator building the infrastructure for the Manhattan project in Los Alamos, NM. On May 18, 1945 he married the love of his life, Dorothy May Bonner, in Santa Fe, NM. Moving to Albuquerque, George secured a job working for the civil service at Kirtland Air Force Base as a heavy equipment mechanic. Throughout his life George was active in the Baptist Church with his membership in several area churches including Heights and Del Norte Baptist Churches. He enjoyed discussing theological topics in Sunday School and working with youth. Retiring in 1973, George enjoyed his retirement by traveling and becoming a member of the Masons and the Eastern Star; belonging to Temple Lodge No. 6 AF & AM and Adah No. 5, OES where he and Dorothy served as Worthy Patron and Worthy Matron twice. In January 2009 George was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. George fought a brave and gallant battle against the deadly disease. George is preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Dorothy; five sons, James Wesely and wife Nena of Belchertown, MA., David George and wife Sallie of Albuquerque, Kenneth Leon of Albuquerque, Carl Lee and wife Cynthia of Tijeras, and Mark Lyle of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, and five great - grandchildren. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas location, on Monday, February 1, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. at French, Lomas location, Tuesday, February 2, 2010 with burial following at Sunset Memorial Park. The services will be presided over by Pastor Robert Myers of Del Norte Baptist Church. Members of the CCC Legacy Chapter 141 will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family would like to express gratitude to Heritage Hospice for their kindness in care for our loved one. Should friends desire, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Please visit the online guestbook for George at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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WILSON -- Mary Hannah (Murm) Wilson, 86, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away at her home on Tuesday, January 26, 2010. She was born August 14, 1923 in Harriman, TN, a daughter of Samuel Shelton and Arminta Grace Hester Crass. She married Joseph Ray Wilson, July 3, 1986 in Albuquerque. He passed away in July 1997. Survivors include two daughters, Cheryl Duncan McAliney, Lake St. Louis, MO, and Pamela Duncan Zayas and husband, Freddie Zayas of Alexandria, VA; three stepchildren, Steve and Gail Wilson of Tennessee, Nathan and Ellis Stonecipher of Nevada, and Nancy Hightower of Tennessee; one grandson, Shawn Roache and girlfriend, Rebecca Smith, Albuquerque, NM; two granddaughters, Tami and husband, Matt Hanks, Swansea, IL and Trisha and husband, Larry Bunt, Wentzville, MO; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Lady Bug Watson of Texas; and one brother, SS Crass, Jr., of Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Burl Grant Duncan; and one brother, Hooper Crass. A memorial service will be conducted at French - University Chapel. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Murm's love, faith, and dedication to God, family, friends and country will always serve as the standard for us to live by. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), 2501 San Pedro NE #116, 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Mary at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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WISE -- Joyce "Elaine" Wise, joined the Lord in Heaven, on January 28, 2010. A Visitation will be held for Elaine on Monday, February 8, 2010, 9:00 a.m. at French - University Chapel followed by a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico at 1:00 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Elaine at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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ZITTERMAN -- Joseph Ralph Zitterman, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years passed away on January 28th, 2010. He was born on July 13th, 1929 in (Sunnyside) Queens, New York, the 2nd of two children of Anna Kollerits and Raphael Zitterman - two German speaking immigrants from Austria who arrived separately, met after arriving in this country, and married in New York City in 1925. Joseph graduated from Franklin K. Lane High school in Queens, NY, in June 1947. In high school, he majored in business and was a member of the basketball team. Following high school, Joseph spent four years in the Navy serving aboard the USS Salem as a Boilerman First Class. Joseph joined the New York City Police Department in 1954 and retired from the force in 1974. He moved to Albuquerque in 1979 where in his early retirement years, he dabbled in oil painting. Joseph was the cook of the family and he continued cooking throughout most of his retirement. He also enjoyed reading and, for decades, completing the NY Times crossword puzzle on a daily basis. Joseph was an active member of the NRA and in 1996, he was nominated to the NRA Legion of Honor. He enjoyed country western music from the 1950's and 60's and three of his favorite artists were Jim Reeves Hank Williams and Johnny Cash. He was an enthusiastic NFL fan and an avid Denver Broncos fan who counted the weeks during the summer until the start of the NFL season. Joseph was preceded in death by his brother William in 1960, his father Raphael in 1961 and his mother Anna in 1988. Joseph is survived by his wife Shirley, his children Eileen DiGiorgio of Las Vegas NV, Sharon Zitterman, William "Butch" Zitterman and Nancy Swass, all of Albuquerque; his grandchildren John Joseph DiGiorgio, Justin Schrader, Melissa, Lisa, and Samantha Zitterman, Gabrielle and Mariah Swass. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on February 6, 2010 at French ~ Lomas at 2:00 p.m. with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans at http://www.dav.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Joseph at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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