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ALDERMAN -- Minnie Ruth Alderman, 85, long time resident of Albuquerque, born March 31, 1925 in Hattiesburg, MS, daughter of Albert and Olevia Hill, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2010. Funeral service will be held at French, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE, at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 27, 2010. She will be laid to rest with her husband at Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit our online guestbook for Minnie Ruth at: www.RememberTheirStory.com French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE (505)-823-9400
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CHILDERS -- John Douglas Childers In Loving Memory of John D. Childers who passed away 1 year ago, Aug 27. If there are red roses growing in heaven, please Lord, pick a whole bunch for me, place them in my husband's arms and tell him they are from me. Would you also tell him that I love him and I miss him. And when he turns to smell the roses, would you place a kiss upon his cheek and hold him for awhile. Remembering John is easy as I see and feel him in everything I do, everyday, and every minute. See Lord, when you came one year ago and took him home with you, you left this big empty spot in my heart and in my soul that just won't go away until I see John in heaven again. So until you are ready for me, please tell him I love him and thanks for the coins from heaven. Missing him more each passing day His loving wife, Theresa M. Childers, families
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ENSMINGER -- Lela Maurine Ensminger, 94, of Nolan, Texas passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2010, at her daughter's residence in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 28, 2010 at Cate-Spencer & Trent Funeral Home Chapel with Tommy Finch, Benton Finch, Dale Finch and Roland Finch officiating. Burial will follow at Nolan Cemetery under the direction of Cate-Spencer & Trent Funeral Home. She was born on September 23, 1915 in Nolan, Texas. She married Olan B. Ensminger on December 21, 1934 in Menard, Texas. She was a longtime Member of Normandy Avenue Church of Christ. Survivors include one son - Mike Ensminger and wife Lynda of Nolan, Texas; one daughter - Torksey Merewether and husband David of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and son-in-law - Charles Kellogg of Lubbock, Texas; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Luther and Callie Finch; her husband- Olan B. Ensminger; one daughter -Nedra Kellogg; and three brothers - Howard Finch, Derrell Finch and Norman Finch. Pallbearers will be Don Suggs, Mark Jones, Ken Lofton, S.C. Head, Dale Critz and Skeet Kimbrell; Honorary pallbearers will be Bill McMaster, David Linn, and Al Stewart. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Nolan/Divide Community Center, P.O. Box 30, Nolan, Texas 79537, Nolan Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 72, Nolan, Texas 79537 or charity of ones choice. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, August 27, 2010 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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GARCIA -- Mauricio Garcia, 98, of Albuquerque went to be with his Lord on August 24, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife Benita Jinzo Garcia; and his daughter Maria Eslinda. Friends and family may visit French-Lomas from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 27, 2010. A Rosary will follow for Mauricio on Friday, August 27, 2010 at Holy Child Catholic Church in Tijeras at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at Holy Child Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Committal services will follow Mass at San Antonio Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Mauricio at: RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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HIGH -- Charles M. High, IV, US Army Private, was killed in Afghanistan on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 defending the freedom of our country. Charles and his fellow Infantryman, PFC Benjamen Chisholm were killed when the vehicle they were in was struck by an IED, on a mission outside their base in Kunar Province, Afghanistan. He was stationed out of Ft. Campbell, Kentucky and was part of the 101st Airborne Division. Born on May 19, 1989, he was 21 years old. Charlie, as his family called him, was on his second tour overseas, his first having been in Iraq in 2008. He was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM. He attended Eldorado High School and was active in the orchestra, track team and JROTC. He also attended the New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, NM. Charlie was a Cub Scout and a Boy Scout, he loved camping and looked forward to the Pinewood Derby every year. He was an accomplished viola player and was a member of the Albuquerque Youth Orchestra. Above all else, Charlie loved to play the guitar, which he taught himself and played by ear. Charlie was recently engaged to Maggie Jo Simmonds of Mankato, Minnesota. Since the age of 14, Charlie's goal was to serve his country in some aspect and when he enlisted in the US Army in 2007, he achieved that goal. He loved his Army family so deeply, and he will be sorely missed by them all. Charlie made the ultimate sacrifice for his country and he is a Hero. Charlie is survived by his father, Charles M. High III; his step-mother Sheri High; and brother Jonathan; as well as his mother Kimberlea Johnston of New Minden, Illinois; and his siblings, Eddie, Amber, Cierra and Karlie Johnston; He is also survived by his grandparents, Charles M. High II and Arlene High of Gallup, NM; Charles and Deb Williams of Albuquerque; Jessie Williams of Albuquerque; Larry and Linda Reetz of Albuquerque; and his great-grandmother, Novella King of Bernalillo. Charlie also left behind many aunts, uncles and cousins. Charlie will be welcomed into Heaven by his Uncle Gregory High and his Great Aunt Patricia Kaplan, who loved Charlie with all their hearts. Charlie is a true American Hero. Flowers will be received by French Mortuary at 10500 Lomas Blvd NE. Memorial contributions can be made in Charlie's name to the Blue Star Mothers of America, RGV Chapter 2, P.O. Box 9176, Albuquerque, NM 87119-9176. Services will be held Saturday, August 28, 2010, 10:00 a.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church 10000 Candelaria Rd NE. Interment will all take place on Monday, August 30, 2010, 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French ~ Lomas Chapel on Thursday, August 26, and Friday August 27, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Charlie at: RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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JARAMILLO -- Christopher Smith Jaramillo was born on November 10, 1973 and passed away on August 24, 2010. A Visitation will be held from 9:00am-10:00am on Saturday, August 28, 2010 with a Rosary to be recited at 10:00 a.m. and Mass to follow at 10:30 a.m. Interment is to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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LOPEZ -- Dale James Lopez Dale, Another year has gone by yet it seems like just yesterday we were all one big happy family. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I look at your picture on my desk everyday and think what our lives would be like if you were still around. I love and miss you everyday. Auntie Tita
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MALDONADO -- Gloria Alicia Maldonado was born December 29, 1944 and passed away August 19, 2010. A Viewing will be held at Riverside Funeral Home on Friday, August 27, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., with a Funeral Service at 6:00 p.m. A final viewing will take place on Saturday, August 28, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cremation is to follow. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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MALONE -- Thelma Marie Malone passed away peacefully in her home, at the age of 88, on Saturday, July 31, 2010, at 3:09 p.m. She left this world to be with her loving father in Heaven. She was a strong, patient, loving, giving woman, who was the "rock" for her family. She gave all she had and all she was to those she loved, and even in death gave her body to science and research. She will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew her. She is survived by her only daughter, Sandra B. King; and her two granddaughters, Kelly Marie, and Dina Christine Cipollone. A private memorial will be observed by the family members at a later date.
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MARQUEZ -- Rose A. Marquez was born on January 23, 1939 and passed away on August 14, 2010. The family of Rose thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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OLVERA -- Cristobal Olvera, passed away Tuesday August 24, 2010 at the age of 82. He was preceded in death by his father Marcos Olvera; and mother Amalia Carrillo Olvera; Guadalupe Soto; Pedro Olvera; and Hermina Silva. He is Survived by son Mario D. Olvera; daughters Sylvia Sena, Nora G. Bowers, and Chela M. Gurule; sisters Amalia and Valente Encino; sister-in-law Lupe Olvera; and nine grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held at Salazar & Sons Mortuary at 11:30 a.m. Interment to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Services are in care of: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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PADILLA -- Elizabeth Ann Padilla, born October 26, 1960 in Albuquerque, NM and passed away Sunday, August 22, 2010 at the age of 49 in Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her father, Macedonio Padilla. Elizabeth is survived by her mother, Crusita Sanchez; fiance, Hank Jiminez; daughters, Sarah Mares and Adrienne Mares; sons-in-law, Joaquin Ortiz and Angelo Gordon; grandchildren, Cheyenne Mares, Aliyiah Ortiz, Serenity Ortiz, Santiago Gordon, and Savannah Gordon; brother, Joe Padilla and wife Jenny Padilla; sisters, Joyce Padilla, Frances Gutierrez, and Helen Martinez; as well as all her nieces, nephews, cousins, other family, and friends. She will be remembered for her big smile, her laugh, her kind and warming heart, and for the way she loved her grandbabies and daughters, and the way she was always willing to give and help others. She will be missed by lots of loved ones. We will miss you Lizzy! A Memorial Service will be held at Sandia Valley Church, 2315 Markham Rd SW, 877-0240 on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, Abq, NM 87107. 505-343-8008.
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PINARD -- Yvonne Pinard, born June 2, 1916, returned to her Heavenly Father early in the morning of Wednesday, August 18, 2010 while she slept peacefully. She is now in the company of her beloved husband, Pierre Pinard who preceded her in death. Yvonne was also preceded in death by four brothers; and two sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Theresa and son-in-law, Dr. Allen Gelinas; four grandsons, Mike, Claude, Marc, and Joel. She was blessed with 14 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1502 Sara Rd, Rio Rancho 87124 on Saturday, August 28, 2010. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be prayed at 10:30 a.m. followed by the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. She will be interred next to her husband in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada at a later date. She was a lovely, classy lady who loved life and her big family. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Catholic Charities, 2010 Bridge SW, Abq, NM, 87105 or St. Felix Pantry of Rio Rancho, 4010 Barbara Loop SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. 505-343-8008.
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SHAPIRO -- Jo Anna Shapiro, a resident of Albuquerque since 1998, passed on Sunday, August 22, 2010. She was originally from Connecticut, and is survived by her husband, Robert Shapiro; her daughter, Chrissy Shapiro; her siblings and their families, Connie and Philip Fiorenzio and Robert and Shirley Bove; and several nieces and nephews. She was a loving and supportive wife, mother, sister and friend, and she always went above and beyond to help with whatever was needed by her loved ones or cherished friends. Jo Anna was loved by all and she will be deeply missed by everyone whose life she touched. Rosary will be recited Saturday, August 28, 2010, 3:00 p.m. at French ~ Wyoming Chapel followed by a Prayer Service. Friends may visit French ~ Wyoming Chapel Saturday, August 28, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 3411 Candelaria Rd NE, #M, Albuquerque, NM 87107. In Jo Anna's heartfelt words, "Be safe, be well, I love you - you are my life." Please visit our online guestbook for Jo Anna at: www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SILVA -- Rafaelita Silva, age 85, a resident of Belen, NM, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She was a strong woman who lived with love, peace and joy and went with dignity and grace. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 64 years, Eduardo "Lalo" Silva; her parents, Enrique and Felicita Sandoval; her son, Robert; sister, Tillie Auge and brothers, Albert, Henry, Jimmy and Ernest. Rafaelita is survived by her sisters, Mary Atencio and Esther Flores; brothers, Eloy and Danny Sandoval; five loving daughters, Sister Eva Silva OP, Victoria Wilger and husband, Jack, Felice Cervantes and husband, Jose, Gloria Ortiz and husband, Michael and Angela Baum and husband, Fred; loving grandchildren, Robert, Trinidad, Sonya, Jason, Rosa Isela, Marisol, Rocio, Jose, Jesus, Cristina, Juanita, Jessica, Micah, Matthew and Ian and 16 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her special friend and caretaker, Mary Baca. All services will take place at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, beginning with a viewing at 6:15 p.m. on Friday, August 27, 2010, with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2010 with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Sign Rafaelita's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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SMITH -- John Terrell Smith, born January 20, 1931, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2010. Known as Terry by his friends and family, he was born in Clovis, New Mexico and was a life long resident of New Mexico. Terry graduated from Los Lunas High School. Terry loved to fish, hunt and drive his boat. His hobbies included grilling, telling fishing stories, and spending time with his family and playing his guitar. He came from a long line of rail roaders working for and retiring from AT & SF railroad. He served our country in the Navy during the Korean War and was a proud and patriotic man as well as a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grand father. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Bobbie Smith of Belen, NM; two daughters, Kim and Rich Casford of Chama, NM, Kelly and Rusty Collins of Belen, NM; seven grandchildren, Kirby and Andrew Maragulia of Oakridge, NJ, Kyle Wendland and Katie Dosert of Colorao Springs, CO, Eric and Sarah Caffrey of Bosque Farms, NM, and Shelby Flowers of Whittier, CA; two great grand children, Emma Maragulia and Larissa Caffrey; two brothers, one sister, many nieces and nephews, and friends that he considered family. Service will be held on Friday, August 27, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. at French - University, with visitation to start at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM with Celebration of Life to follow at Sunrise Bluffs Clubhouse in Belen, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Terry at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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SMITH -- Watson G. "Smitty" Smith, age 87, of Paradise Hills, on Tuesday, August 24, 2010, began sharing Heaven with family and friends. Watson was born and raised in Wisconsin. He served his country in the Army-Air Corps in WWII mostly in Alaska. He and his family came to Albuquerque in 1962. Watson worked with ACF and retired from GE in 1985. After retirement, he enjoyed volunteering his machining expertise for community service organizations. Watson was active in the Senior Meal Program within the Paradise Hills Senior Center where he cherished his many friendships. Along with his love of fishing and playing pool, woodcarving was one of his favorite hobbies. He was known by all as a man who was generous with his time and talents. He was preceded in death by first wife, Margaret Witt Smith in 1964; and second wife, Billie Wright Smith in 1974. Watson is survived by daughter, Gerry Richie and husband Tom; sons, Allen Smith and wife Chris, and Mark Smith; step-children, Rev. Harry Chapman and wife Sara, Susan Lovato and husband Richard, John Chapman and wife Kristin; 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Watson; and dear friend Bette Jurgensen. A funeral service will be held Saturday, August 28, 2010, at 2:00 p.m., at All Saints Lutheran Church, 4800 All Saints Rd NW, with Revs. Philip Wangberg and Harry Chapman officiating. A reception will follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Westside Cumberland Presbyterian Church building fund, P.O. Box 15209, Rio Rancho, NM 87174. Please visit our online guest book for Watson at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505)897-0300
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TINNIN -- Bertha Ophelia Tinnin, 83, long time resident of New Mexico, born on March 22, 1927 to Carl and Lona Whinery, passed away on August 21, 2010. She is survived by her children, Johneda Lee, Walter Tinnin, Ophelia Gordon and husband Rick, Sidney Tinnin and wife Cora, and David Tinnin; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; brothers, Sherman Whinery and wife Elfrieda, Herman Whinery and wife Elsie, Carl Whinery, and Frank Whinery and wife Laura. Bertha was preceded in death by her husband, John; son, Aubrey Tinnin; and two sisters, Delores Scott and Cleita Whinery. Her family owes her strength in life to her pioneer ancestors, who helped settle the United States. She depended on her inner strength when her husband died and she had to raise five children as a single parent. She had many occupations through her life including running a service station and accounting. Bertha took great pride in her work as a home healthcare nurse. She had a passion for helping others in need, but placed her family first. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 29, 2010 at French ~ Lomas location. Burial will take place on Monday, August 30, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Bertha at www.RememberTheirStory.com. Please visit the online guestbook for Bertha at: RememberTheirStory.com. French 10500 Lomas Blvd NE (505) 275-3500
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