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ARMENTA -- Yolanda Carol Armenta, 62, November 9, 1947 peacefully joined the Lord on March 3, 2010 in Phoenix, AZ after a long, courageous fight with cancer. Yolanda was preceded in death by her parents Jacobo and Margarita Armenta of Tijeras, NM. She is survived by her children Troy Gonzales and John Mercer, April Salvate and her husband John and Crystal Hendren and her husband Ricky; three grandchildren Chris Salvate, Amy Grant and Audreanna Hendren. Yolanda is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Joe and Rosie Armenta, Ethel and Gilbert Sandoval, Bob and Vivian Armenta, Jake and Daisy Armenta, Matt and Teresa Armenta, Clarence and Linda Armenta, Pauline and Gilbert Torres, Kathryn and John Palmer, Kathleen Cervantes and Daryl Armenta, and her special kitty cat PJ; and numerous nieces and nephews who loved her and will miss her dearly. Her brothers will serve as pallbearers. A rosary will be recited at Holy Child Parish in Tijeras, NM Thursday, March 11, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, March 12, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. at John XXIII Catholic Community on 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE, Albuq, NM with Rev. Arkad Bicak officiating, burial will follow at the Tijeras Cemetery, Tijeras, NM.
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BRUNELL -- Roberta Butchie, If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. Mary
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BRUNELL -- Roberta Brunell, In Loving Memory-March 11, 2008 Even though we cannot see you with our eyes, we hold you in our hearts, ever around us. We miss your beautiful smile, the way you made us laugh and your loving touch. Eternally, you are only a heart beat away. We love you so much. Your loving family: LoAnna and David Janz, Josephine and Robert Meadows, Jeanette MacQuigg, Mary and Leonard Shepherd, Ed and Josala Fetherolf, Mike and Suzi Fetherolf, Kenneth and Phyllis Fetherolf, Aimee, Marty and Howard Brunell, Michael Del Mastro and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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CARABAJAL -- Olivia. The family would like to thank the firemen that collected donations, in addition, the collected donations from her job. Thank you, everybody for your generosity, whether you knew her or not.
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CASSIDY -- Margaret Joan (nee Crowley) born January 23, 1936, passed away March 9, 2010, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph M. Cassidy; and her son, Patrick F. Cassidy. Margaret is survived by her daughters, Kathleen Cassidy, Mary Cassidy, and Margaret Cassidy-Baca; sons-in-law, Yahia Lashaab and Alfred Baca; and seven grandchildren, Katy, Meaghan, David, A.J., Sarrah, Hannah and Jennah. Special thanks to Margaret's friend, Rose W., whose visits, cards and letters brought great joy. Also, deep appreciation to the caring staff at the Rehabilitation Center of Albuquerque, Sandia Hospice, Fr. Anthony and volunteers at Church of the Risen Savior. At Mrs. Cassidy's request, no public funeral service will occur. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation at (505) 724-6575, or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to: Direct Funeral Services (505) 820-6100.
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DECKER -- James Eric Decker, 37, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 6, 2010. Mr. Decker was born on July 13, 1972 in Decatur, IL. He graduated from Cibola High School in 1991. He worked for over ten years with the Honeywell Corporation and was most recently employed as a computer technician with C.V.I. In his free time, Mr. Decker loved to fish and race motorcycles. He was preceded in death by his father, Rollin Decker. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Cathy and John Salls; sister, Kelli Maestas; his half-siblings, Tammy Salls and Nicholas Decker; grandfather, James Hauck; aunt and uncle, Teri and Fred Salls, and uncle, Robert Hauck; nephews, Richie and Ronnie Salls, Robert Maestas; and niece, Jada Michelle Vadilla. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 11, 2010 in the Palm Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave SE, Albuquerque. 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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DELGADO -- Richard (Rick) Delgado passed away in Anaheim, California on March 3, 2010. He was 48 years old and worked in the automotive industry for many years. Rick is survived by his mother Margaret Griffith; his father Joe Delgado and wife Donna; son Ryan Delgado; and former wife Carina Delgado (both of Anaheim). Also surviving him are his brother David Delgado and wife Louise; sister Sandy Thomas and husband John; stepbrother Kevin Whitzel; stepsister Dana Delgado; and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Danny Delgado. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service for Rick at Mesa View United Methodist Church, 4701 Montano NW (NE corner of Montano and Taylor Ranch Road aka Golf Course), Albuquerque at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 13, 2010. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Mesa View United Methodist Church or a charity of your choice.
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DORCAS -- Kathleen "Kay" Dorcas, 88, was born September 1, 1921 in Toledo, Ohio and was a long-time resident of Albuquerque. She passed away peacefully on Monday, March 8, 2010. Her loving family and caregivers were there to comfort her and nourish her spirit. She is survived by her four daughters: Sandra Peterson and husband David of Sturgis, SD, Karen Kerns and husband Harry of Albuquerque, Jennifer MacDonald and husband Leonard of Albuquerque, Kathy Murphy Prenevost and husband Leo of Santa Fe, NM; and also her brothers, Buddy and Danny McVicker. She devoted much of her time and energy to being the beloved grandmother of 11 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband Charlie; brother Jimmy McVicker; and sister Doris Ann Ridings. Kay and Charlie were involved in thoroughbred horse racing for many years and she was an avid bowler, loved playing blackjack, and was an expert at Scrabble. She was loved and respected by everyone that had the privilege of knowing her and she will always be in our hearts. Services will be held Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas, NE (at Eubank) with Chaplain David Peterson officiating. Interment will take place on Monday, March 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family requests that donations be made in memory of Kathleen Dorcas to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Kay at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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EKLUND -- Barbara R. Eklund, 86, passed away on March 6, 2010. A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held at the Ballut Abyad Shrine Center, 6600 Zuni SE, Albuquerque, NM at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 13, 2010.
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LUCERO -- Antonio Tony Lucero Happy Birthday Tony We love you and miss you. Nina and Family
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MARTINEZ -- Tillie Martinez, February 13, 1924 - March 9, 2010. Tillie has been chosen to meet her 'Dear Lord' at the age 86. She is survived by six daughters, Linda, Barbara, Mary Lee, Virginia, Dorothy, and Joanne. She also had two sons, Able and Toby, who have both already passed on. She also has a sister, Beatrice Chavez; and brother, Rosendo Garcia. Along with 18 grandchildren; and 33 great-grandchildren, she was also a great-great-grandmorther to 21 precious kids. Tillie was a very hard worker and would do whatever it took to take care of the family including leaving school when she was only a kid herself to help feed the farm workers and her family. She is re-united with her husband Juan in heaven, who also recently departed from us less than a year ago. Tillie was a very caring woman and she will be greatly missed and remembered. May our loved family member rest in peace.
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MCCORMICK -- Luora "Jean" McCormick, 71, went to be with her Lord on March 9, 2010 with her loving family at her bedside. She is survived by her devoted husband of 50 years, Col. David E. McCormick, US Air Force (Ret.); her three daughters, Cynthia Teller and husband, Elliott, Diane McCormick Powers and husband, Mike, and Joanne Rucker and husband, Bill of Houston, TX. She was preceded in death by her son, David and her loving parents, Jim and Mary Alice Langley. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Angela, Jennifer, Ryan, Ashley, David, Bryan, Troy, and Emily as well as three great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Noah, and Diego. She will be forever remembered as the heart of her family and will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. She freely gave of herself to her family, friends, and community. She lived in many states and countries and while sharing a U.S. Air Force career with her husband prior to settling in Albuquerque in 1986 to be near her family. She was the perfect "Air Force wife," many times being both the mother and father when duty called her husband away. She also served as a volunteer to many organizations including Mended Hearts, Compassionate Friends, and at VA Hospitals. The family wishes to express our deep gratitude and appreciation to Dr.'s John Burdon and Russell Schultz; the Presbyterian Hospice staff and the caring professionals in Presbyterian Radiology especially Candi Warren and Sara Longwell. Cremation has taken place and memorial services to celebrate her life will be held Saturday March 13, 2010, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Liver Foundation, 75 Maiden Lane, Suite 603, New York, NY, 10038-4810 or to the Hepatitis C Support Group, University of New Mexico Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131. Please visit our online guestbook for Mrs. McCormick at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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MCLEOD -- Duncan Andrew McLeod, 40, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2010 in Ventura,CA. He was born and raised in Albuq., NM and moved to CA eight years ago. He had a heart of gold and is loved and will be missed by sister Kathy Schwarting and husband Dave; brother Matthew McLeod and wife Karen; sister Charlotte McLeod; and twin brother Jimmy McLeod and wife Valerie. He is also survived by nieces and nephews John (26), Brandon (nine), Kaitlyn (eight), Noah (five), and Hannah (three). He will be missed by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Duncan touched the hearts of many friends he made throughout his life in New Mexico and California and will be deeply missed. Duncan graduated from Sandia High School in 1988. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Roadrunner Food Bank (www.rrfb.org). Cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will take place at a later date.
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MURPHY -- Donna G. Murphy, 97, resident of Albuquerque since 1958 passed away quietly at home with her family and friend Betty on March 2, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years Paul J. Murphy (Lt. Col., USAF, Ret.). She is survived by three sons: Donald P. and wife, Bette Cutbirth of Las Cruces, Kevin D. and wife, Susan (Lynch) Murphy of Albuquerque and Kim D. and wife, Patricia Leigh Disert of Albuquerque. She is also survived by three wonderful grandchildren: Emily (Murphy) Inman and husband, Chris of Highlands Ranch, CO, Shannon Murphy and Andrew Murphy, both of Albuquerque; and two great-grandchildren: Katherine Inman and Caroline Inman. Mrs. Murphy was born on October 12, 1912, a birthday she shared with grand-daughter Emily, in Benicia, CA, the middle child of Donald Wesley Wilson and Ruby Estelle (Kirgan) Wilson. A third-generation Californian, she worked as a telephone operator in San Francisco as a young woman until she met a dashing, young Army Air Corp. "flyboy" pilot from Boston, MA and was married shortly thereafter on February 28, 1944 in Marysville, CA. Her husband called it "a date that lasted a lifetime". As a military wife, she attended to her family, especially when her husband was overseas in Korea, Japan and Vietnam. With each re-assignment, Mrs. Murphy willingly re-established her family in air base communities across the country from California, to Michigan, to New Mexico and Florida. Her natural intelligence and curiosity made each move a family adventure. She enjoyed reading, bridge and gardening, but most of all she enjoyed and took great pride in the accomplishments of all family members, including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, even at the very end. She wholeheartedly embraced new members into the family with love and made them most welcome and appreciated. Her quiet strength, caring and compassionate nature will be greatly missed. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery, where she will rest in peace with her husband. A private family ceremony is planned. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Friends for the Public Library c/o Erna Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Donna at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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MYERS -- Victor Vern Myers, Jr., 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1945, is at peace with the Lord as of Sunday, March 7, 2010. He is survived by his wife of seven years, Ginger Newton Myers; three children, Mark Myers and wife, Cathy of Scottsdale, AZ, Vicki Fraker and husband, Todd of Highlands Ranch, CO, and Vee Ann Miller and husband, Mark of Aurora, CO; step-daughters, Shari McKinney and husband, Matthew of Colstrip, MT, Shelby Morris and husband, Terry of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; ten grandchildren, Dylan, Bethany, Jonathan, Jordan, Anna, Nathan, Colton, Caitlyn, Tyler and Haley; one great-grandchild, Carter; and numerous other relatives and friends. Victor was preceded in death by his first wife, Mae Beth Myers in 2002; and one brother, Dwight Myers. He was born on January 10, 1927 in Sheridan, WY and attended high school in WY and CA. Vic also attended Northern Arizona University and graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering. He served proudly in the United States Navy during WWII. Vic established Vic Myers Associates, an electronics sales business in 1980, in which he was active up until his death. His employees felt fortunate to work with him. He was an avid trout fisherman and was involved in wildlife conservation. Vic also loved to sing and play his trumpet. He was very light-hearted and had a great sense of humor. Victor had high standards of integrity and was well liked by the variety of people he knew and kind to those he didn't know. In the words of Vic, "Thank God we are all different!" He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery followed by a Memorial Service at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy NE, Friday, March 12, 2010, 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, Suite 225, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Victor at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SANCHEZ -- Felicita Yepa Sanchez, "Ada," "Ada-lou," "Felix," age 75, loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister went home on Tuesday, January 19, 2010. A resident of Albuquerque, she was born in Paguate, NM on February 6, 1934 to Lupe and Pablo Yepa who predeceased her in death and came to greet her and take her to meet Our Lord. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Edward; her children Cheryl, Timothy and Johanna; her son-in-law Kurt Zoeller; her grandchildren Andrew and Zachary Ostapchenko, Joshua and Jacqueline Zoeller; her brothers Jimmy, Kemp and Walter Yepa, their spouses and children; plus a very large and loving extended family in Jemez, Laguna, San Felipe Pueblos and Albuquerque. She grew up in Jemez Pueblo, NM where she attended grammar school at the Jemez Mission and then moved to St. Catherine's Catholic boarding school in Santa Fe, NM for her junior years. At ninth grade she enrolled at the Santa Fe Indian School, where on her first day, she met her future husband, Edward. She would graduate in 1953. Upon graduation, she moved to Albuquerque to attend and graduate from nursing school as an LPN. She married Edward on December 14, 1957 at the San Diego Catholic Mission Church in Jemez Pueblo, NM. They settled in Albuquerque where she started working at St. Joseph's Hospital as a labor & delivery nurse. A few years later, she moved up Central Avenue to work at Presbyterian Hospital where she was a float-pool nurse and then was asked to join their newly designated heart floor. She took early retirement in 1988 to concentrate on her very successful Pueblo food business. In the 1960s she and her husband were instrumental in starting the New Mexico Council of American Indians along with many of their friends who carried the same passion. Through this organization the Indian Village at the New Mexico State Fair Grounds was created and a Native American scholarship fund was established through the sales of Native foods. It is said that she had a hand in the invention of the Indian Taco to help feed the Indian Village's daily crowds. As the Indian Village's popularity grew, so did the need to feed the dancers and artists who came to showcase their many talents. Never stopping, she volunteered to create such a kitchen dedicated to home cooked meals. After years of raising money for college scholarships for Native youths, she and her husband began Ed and Felicita's Famous Fry Bread to generate college tuition for their own children. They began by opening the first fry bread stands at the Santa Fe Indian Market and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. With positive results they went on to sell their Pueblo style of cooking at the New Mexico Arts & Crafts Fair, the New Mexico State Fair's midway and at the Gathering of Nations Pow-Wow to name a few. Felicita carried on their food business for several decades and paid for her children's college educations at the University of Colorado at Boulder, University of California Los Angeles, Stanford University, The Teachers College at Columbia University in New York City and the University of Notre Dame. She took tremendous pride in working the food business because it allowed her children the opportunity to attend any university of their choosing, while employing some of their Native people. After seeing her children well educated, her efforts moved to her grandchildren. In her final years, she assisted her grandchildren in their educational endeavors at Harvard University and in St. Louis at Community School and MICDS and so a new generation has begun. Her resourceful way of paying for education will continue well beyond her time on earth. This will be her legacy. She was laid to rest in Jemez Pueblo on January 21, 2010 in her Native tradition with Catholic services at the San Diego Mission Church surrounded by her loving family and friends. There will be a mass said in her honor at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church on March 17, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. Please contact her daughter Johanna for more information at 636-448-7219 or zoellerfamily@msn.com. Memorial donations will be accepted at the San Diego Riverside Charter School, Attention Principal Jean Johnson, 504 Mission Road, P.O. Box 99, Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024. The memorial fund was established in her name due to her strong dedication and passion for educating Native American children. Felicita will be deeply missed for her bright smile, warm laugh and her loving and caring ways, but mostly for her encouragement to accomplish the unthinkable and unattainable. As she always said, "The sky's the limit! Go for it, kid!"
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SHOPE -- William C. Shope was born on June 12, 1929 and passed away on February 25, 2010. At this time, no services have been arranged. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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TORRES -- Hector Avalos Torres, 54, passed away on Monday, March 8, 2010. Hector was preceded in death by his father, Raph Q. Torres. He is survived by his mother, Dolores A. Torres; brother, Raph A. Torres, wife, Isela Gloria; sister, Dolores (Dee) P. Iannone, husband, Dr. Bert Iannone. He was a caring uncle who encouraged his nieces and nephews to pursue their dreams and potential. Hector was raised in El Paso, TX and earned his PhD from the University of Texas at Austin in 1986, when he joined the English Department at UNM. He is the author of numerous articles and in 2007, he published, "Conversations with Contemporary Chicana and Chicano Writers." "Profe" Torres taught and inspired generations of UNM students, many of whom have remained his friends. Dr. Torres was also a central intellectual force within the English Department. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 12, 2010, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at French ~ University location, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 13, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at Rodey Hall on UNM campus. Please visit our online guestbook for Dr. Torres at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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VENN -- Ethel Allene Boroughs Venn, 69, has gone home to be with the Lord. She passed Saturday, March 6, 2010. She was born May 21, 1940 in Asheboro, North Carolina, the daughter of James B. and Lorraine Clifford Boroughs. She married Oliver Venn, June 27, 1959 in Albuquerque. Survivors include three daughters and two sons; Stephanie and husband, Danny Hernandez, Edinburg, TX; Virginia Venn, Albuquerque, NM; Donald and wife, Dina Venn, Albuquerque, NM; Brian and wife, Yosuko Venn of Japan; Mary Venn, Albuquerque, NM; seven grandchildren; one brother, Oliver Boroughs, Sacramento, CA; three nieces and one nephew. She was preceded by her parents and two infant brothers. Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, March 13, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at the Alameda Bible Church, 220 El Pueblo Rd. NW, Albuquerque 87114 with Pastor Malcom Bicker officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Victory Christian School Building Fund (Same Address as the Church). Please visit our online guestbook for Ethel at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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