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BARELA -- Anna Marie Barela, 52, passed away October 2, 2010. Anna Marie was born January 12, 1958 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Modesto and Natividad (Trujillo) Martinez. She was a loving mother and grandmother and a long time parishioner of the Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Anna Marie worked at St. Joseph Hospital (Lovelace) and was a volunteer at the VA Hospital and she also worked at the Good Samaritan Retirement Home/Monzano del Sol. Anna Marie was preceded in death by her parents; brother Daniel; sister, Beatrice; and nieces, Perlinda and Layla. Anna Marie is survived by her son Jacob Barela and his wife, Katie; her grandson, Emmanuel; sisters, Perlinda and Nannette; nephews, Nash and Julian; niece, Karri; and several great-nephews; and great-nieces. A rosary will be recited at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church on Wednesday, October 6, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave., NE and interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Boulevard, NE. Pall Bearers will be Jacob Barela, Julian Martinez, Nash Martinez, Joe O'Rourke, Jimmy O'Rourke and Ted Barela. Please share your condolences, sympathies and memories with the family at www.danielsfuneral.com. Anna Marie's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Service 3113 Carlisle Boulevard, NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 (505) 884-1188)
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BELL -- Leona V. Bell was born on October 20, 1917 and passed away on September 26, 2010. The family of Leona 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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BOGOSTA -- Susan J. Bogosta, age 59, a resident of Los Lunas, N.M., passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2010. She was born in Syracuse, N.Y. and spent her childhood and high school years in the Syracuse region of central New York. Later Susan moved to the southwest where she first lived in the Las Cruces, N.M. area, where she worked in a chiropractic office. In the 1980's she moved to Albuquerque, N.M., where she obtained her nursing degree at TVI Community College. Later, she worked at Memorial Psychiatric Hospital before beginning a career at University of New Mexico Children's Psychiatric Unit. She served both as a charge nurse and eventually as a nurse supervisor beginning in 2000. She was preceded in death by her mother, Helen and father, William Bogosta. Susan is survived by her brother, William; niece, Christelle; great-niece, Tessa and great-nephew, Adrien. Susan will be greatly missed by family, co-workers and friends. Sign Susan's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM.
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CARPENTER -- Janet Gayle Henard Carpenter, 58, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico since 1988, Died October 1, 2010. She is survived by her daughter and best friend, Tiffany Diane Belle Simmons and her granddaughter, Angelina Trinity Belle both of Albuquerque; Her father, Silas H. Henard of Albuquerque; One brother, David Henard and his wife Barbara of Edgewood; one nephew, David Henard of Fenton, MI and one niece, Buffy Henard Domingue of Lafayette, LA., and close friends Shauna Sanchez of Albuquerque and Judy Warma of Moore, OK. Janet was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Marie Henard of Gardena, CA. She was a member of Four Square Gospel Church. Janet was an extremely bright and gifted individual with exceptional writing skills. She received an Associate in Arts from Oscar Rose Junior College in Oklahoma. Following her career as a machinist at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, OK she was a long time homemaker here in Albuquerque. She enjoyed the power of healing others including the lead role in prayer chains and she had the incredible talent of creating a variety of articles including jewelry, accessories and clothing. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating Janet's life will be held Thursday, October 7, 2010 at 4:00 p.m., at French Lomas Chapel 10500 Lomas NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Janet at: www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd NE (505) 275-3500
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CRABLE -- Lois Marie Crable, 78, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2010 at home, surrounded by her family. She was born July 7, 1932 to Robert and Cora Mae Hicks in Tryon, Oklahoma. Lois has been a resident of Albuquerque for 52 years. She was a great wife, mother, and grandmother. Lois enjoyed fishing and trips to the mountains. Her home was always filled with the joy of kids, if not her own, her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin S. Crable in 2000. She is survived by four daughters, Vicky Jackson, Leslie Lancaster and husband Randy, Luella Dorcas and husband Eric, Penny Russell and husband Bucky; two sons, Tommy Crable and wife Cheryl, and Roy Crable; ten grandchildren, Robby Lee and wife Veronica, David Lee and wife Ellen, Parker and Preston Lancaster, Corey Dorcas, Mandy and Riley Russell, Semele Crable, Randy Crable, and Stephanie Crable; three great-grandchildren, Bobby, Shaylynn, and Fisher Lee; as well as many other family and friends who loved and will miss her. A Visitation will be held in the chapel of Direct Funeral Services on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park on Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St NW, Abq, NM 87107. 505-343-8008.
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GRUBBS -- Dorothy May Grubbs, age 86, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully Monday, October 4, 2010 to join the love of her life John Sr. She leaves behind her children, Patricia Berrey of Los Lunas, John Jr. and Karen Grubbs of Edgewood, Danny and Kathryn Grubbs of Los Lunas, and Debbie Edge of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Bob Allen Budow, David Grubbs, Danny Lee Grubbs, Kadee Grubbs, Danny Grubbs Jr., Daysha Grubbs, Cody Edge, and Michael Edge; great-grandchildren, David Kyle, Allyson Grubbs, Dominic Grubbs, and Alixzander Grubbs. She also leaves behind her companion Bo. In lieu of flowers the Grubbs family asks that a contribution be made to The UNM Cancer Center in Dorothy's name. Graveside Service will be held on Friday, October 8, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Dorothy at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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GUMBS -- Mary Katherine Gumbs,95, a resident of Rio Rancho NM since 1972 passed away October 3, 2010. She is survived by granddaughter Pandora Apodaca of Rio Rancho NM; two great-grandsons Ariel Apodaca and Arin Apodaca both of Albuquerque; one daughter-in-law Hattie Gumbs. She also leaves behind other close relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Wilfred Gumbs Sr., one son Wilfred Gumbs Jr. and one daughter Dorothy Gumbs. Services will be held on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho NM. Those who wish to express condolences may do so 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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GURULE -- Ernest P. Gurule, 83, loving husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 29, 2010. Ernest was born June 24, 1927 and was a life long resident of Albuquerque, NM. Ernest proudly served our Country in the US Army and was an active member of the American Legion. Ernest loved baseball and ping-pong but above all he loved his family. Ernest was a devoted husband to his loving wife for 63 years. He is survived by his wife Catalina; his children, Pauline Padilla and husband Mike, Bonnie Gurule, Jeannie Lucero and husband Tim, Sam Gurule and wife Senaida, Anthony Gurule and wife Janet, Eric Gurule and wife Carolyn, Lisa Dannenbaum and husband Richard; his grandchildren, Nanette, Michelle, Martijn, Joost, Krystle, Amber, Justin, Sam Jr., Samantha, Anthony Jr., Jerome, Roxanne, Patrick, Elizabeth, Ashlee, Isabella, Kristyn, Desiree, Grace, Maddison; great-grandchildren, Brooke, Anthony, Luis, Fabriscio, Estevan, Destiny, Andrew and Evan; sisters, Maria Gurule, Albina Mora and Elenore Ramirez; brother-in-law Everisto Martinez; cousin George and Virginia Nuanez; Orlando Pino; and dear friend Paul Zamora. Ernest was preceded in death by his children, Pauline Lorraine Gurule and Ernest (Tinker) Jr. Gurule. A Rosary will be recited Thursday October 7, 2010 at 8:30 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Blvd. SW; with a Memorial Mass to begin at 9:00 a.m. Inurnment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Ernest will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Please share your condolences, sympathies and memories with the family at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Ernest's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover S.W. Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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HANDY -- HENRY WESLEY HANDY, known to family and friends as "Wes" died peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2010. Along with his wife, Nadine, Wes was to owner of several local businesses, among them, Little Playmates Early Childhood Education and Development Centers, Casa De Oro Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, the Aristocrat and Adobe Assisted Living Communities, and Mountain Shadows Home Care Services. Born on December 23, 1921, in Jerome, Idaho, Wes was the oldest of five children. He grew up on the Handy family farm, which was without electricity and running water until 1935. Wes attended school in a one-room schoolhouse, and his mother, Hazel, drove the horse and wagon that served as the town's school bus. Wes often fondly recalled the day his father, Wade, purchased the farm's first tractor and replaced the family's mule team. Always one to seize new opportunities, Wes also loved to recall the time he sold his horse "Shorty" for $10 and bought his first bicycle. In 1944, Wes married Nadine Flynn of Butte, Montana. After graduating from University of Idaho, he worked as a public school administrator in Washington State and received a Ph.D. from the University of Washington. In 1965, the Handys moved to Las Cruces, where Wes took a position as a professor at New Mexico State University. When he received a full tenured professorship, Wes left the university and started a successful management consulting company, working nationwide. Beginning in 1970, Wes and Nadine started a number of prominent and successful daycare centers and nursing homes, as well as a number of other ventures. These businesses continue to operate throughout Southern New Mexico today and employ over 600 people. Wes is survived by his wife of 66 years, Nadine; a son, Grey and daughter-in-law, Dianne DeLayo of Santa Fe; and his beloved granddaughters, Ryan Maye Handy of New York, New York, and Brett Elise Handy of Santa Monica, California. Funeral arrangements are private. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, a gift be made in memory of Wes Handy to KRWG-TV, PO Box 30001, Las Cruces, NM 88001, www.krwg.org or to the Catholic Foundation of the Diocese of Las Cruces, 1280 Medpark Drive, Las Cruces, NM 88005, www.dioceseoflascruces.org Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels. 527-2222 For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
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HEISING -- Edward John Heising, 79, of Bosque Farms, NM passed away on October 4, 2010. Services are in care of: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street, SW 505-247-4124
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HOLADAY -- Lynn Buckingham Villella Holaday died at her home in Colorado Springs on October 1, 2010 at the age of 68. Before she died, she wrote: Lynn Buckingham was born in Albuquerque on Dec. 17, 1941-ten days after the bombing of Pearl Harbor by the Japanese-to J.H. (Buck) and Selma Kouri Buckingham. During World War II they lived in several locations in the South. Lynn entered grade school in Clovis, N.M., attended sixth grade at Albuquerque's Monte Vista Elementary School and then moved with her family to Farmington where she graduated from Farmington High School in 1959. She attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock, the home of her paternal grandparents and many Buckingham relatives. In 1961 she boldly took a year to study in Sweden during which time she became fluent in Swedish, traveled widely throughout Scandinavia and Western Europe. She also spent time in the Soviet Union in an era of high Cold War tensions. She returned to Texas Tech, then transferred to the University of New Mexico where she graduated in 1964 and became a graduate fellow in the political science department. After completing a State Government Internship, assigned to the department of finance and administration in Santa Fe, she was selected by then Gov. Jack Campbell to represent New Mexico in the White House Fellows Competition, later becoming one of the first two women ever selected as a national finalist. In 1966 she joined the staff of The Albuquerque Tribune first as a reporter, then as a columnist and lifestyles section editor. During her decade at The Tribune she won national recognition for editorial innovations and feature writing, and was the recipient of more than a dozen prestigious E.L. Shaefer writing awards from the New Mexico Press Association. On a dare with her editor, she arranged to meet with and interview Mexican then-President Luis Echeverria and his wife, and was hosted both at the Presidental Residence in Mexico City and at the Echeverria family compound in nearby San Geronimo. During her career, she met and interviewed many other world notables. In 1967 she married Patrick Villella, a third-year law student at UNM. During their marriage, which ended in divorce in 1997, they had three wonderful sons, Paul Stuart Villella, Jerry Patrick Villella and Peter Buckingham Villella, all of whom survive her. Helping to raise these three, to oversee their educations, athletics and other activities brought her unsurpassing joy, and was the one role in life she wanted to play extremely well. While parenting and writing were important priorities, she also volunteered with community organizations she believed made Albuquerque a wonderful place to live and raise a family. She was active the the Junior League, the New Mexico Symphony Guild and United Way. She served on the Governor's Alcohol and Drug-Addiction Task Force, on the board of directors of the Albuquerque Hearing and Speech Center, the YWCA and Albuquerque Academy Parents' Association. She served as team mother for countless of her sons' soccer and basketball teams and volunteered in their schools whenever she was needed. She edited and helped research and write five community cookbooks, including the best-selling Simply Simpatico published by the Junior League, and the classic Great Green Chile Cookbook. After helping to launch Albuquerque Magazine by serving as its editor, she joined the New Mexico Heart Institute at Presbyterian as executive director. Her interest in and passion for the healthcare environment led to her serving, for more than a decade, as director of public relations and marketing communications for Presbyterian Healthcare Services. She was one of the first certified members of the American Society for Healthcare Marketing and Public Relations and served the state chapter as president. As a board member of the Albuquerque Advertising Federation she spearheaded a public awareness campaign regarding organ donation and the need for organ donors. The final years of her professional life were spent at Albuquerque Academy where she was director of institutional relations. On New Year's Eve, 1998, she married A. Bart Holaday in a ceremony at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church. This was the culmination of a romance begun in the mid-1960s when Lynn was in college and Bart was a junior at the U.S. Air Force Academy. During their marriage the couple maintained homes in Placitas, in Colorado Springs and in Grand Forks, N.D., while they traveled the world: all seven continents and more than 90 countries. They rode bicycles through Cuba and New Zealand; they tracked mountain gorillas in Uganda and took their grandsons on safari in Tanzania. They visited the Plains of Serengeti in East Africa three different times and once witnessed the Great Migration of the wildebeests. They traveled with their children to Mongolia and China, camped in the Gobi Desert and went scuba diving on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. In recent years the two made walking trips annually in the United Kingdom, primarily in the Cotswolds but also in Wales and Scotland. Their last major trips together took them around the Middle East to the Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Syria, and Lebanon. From the founding of their family foundation, the Dakota Foundation, Lynn served as executive director and joined Bart in support of the foundation's mission to promote entrepreneurship and job creation in North Dakota and New Mexico, and to sponsor scholarships at Bart's alma mater, Exeter College of England's Oxford University. Lynn loved words, good writing, great books, creative and original thoughts and using the Internet to examine and study topics that piqued her interest. She was an especially avid newspaper reader who enjoyed few things more than early mornings with Bart, coffee and great newspapers. She disliked housework but enjoyed mastering the art of various world cuisines. Most of all she loved to laugh, especially with Bart and her three sons. From the time of her first visit there, she loved Sweden and could never read enough about the country nor watch enough Swedish movies. Every year or so her longing for Sweden would take her back there, to the Stockholm Archipelago, the West Coast, the islands of the Baltic Sea, the Great Forests of the North and places in-between. She loved breathing the air in Sweden, especially after a rain, and eating Swedish strawberries fresh from the vine. She taught Swedish as a volunteer at the University of New Mexico International Center. She delighted in and was proud of her Buckingham family roots in Texas and her Kouri roots in Lebanon. She adored her sister, Mary Ann Keesee of Cortez, Colo., and her brother, Stuart Buckingham of Farmington, as well as her large extended family of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was blessed with circles of devoted friends with whom, over the years, she remained in close contact. Annually she would meet for reunions with her "Farmington group" and the "Texas Tech girls." In addition to her husband, Bart, her sons, Paul, Jerry and Peter Villella, and siblings, she is survived by five grandchildren whom she loved overwhelmingly: Garrett, Marcus and Peter Villella of Denver, and Patrick and Victoria Villella of Dallas. Her mother, Selma Kouri Buckingham of Farmington, survives her, as does her mother-in-law, Alberta Holaday, her brother-in-law Joe Keesee and sisters-in-law Carolyn Curzi Buckingham and Janet Holaday, and stepchildren Patrick and Brett Holaday. She also is survived by three exchange-student sons: Ulf Swedin of Sweden, Bernardo Gontijo of Brasil and Gonzalo Parejo of Spain, and by a Swedish "sister," Solveig Swedin. Graveside services will be held at the Air Force Academy Cemetery at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, October 8, 2010. A memorial ceremony will be held on October 23, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., at the St. John's United Methodist Church at 2626 Arizona NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110. Memorial gifts instead of flowers may be made in Lynn's memory to the ALS-Muscular Dystrophy Association, 6733 Academy Road NE, Suite D-1 Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-828-1331 www.mda.org or www.ALS-MDA.org Swan Law Funeral Directors 501 N. Cascade Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Phone (719) 471-9900 Web Site - swan-law.com
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HOLBROOK -- Selma Maloof Holbrook, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 3, 2010. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Thomas J. Maloof, Michael Maloof; and sisters, Emma Heaton and Jennie Hatley. Selma is survived by her sister-in-law, Rose K. Maloof; and nieces, Deborah M. Koury and Jeanne Ann Barkoff. Selma was an excellent athlete and also had a love for nature and dogs. Her positive attitude will be greatly missed. A memorial rosary will be held Thursday, October 7, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at French - University Chapel with a prayer service to follow at 10:30 a.m. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Selma at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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JAQUEZ -- Dorothy Mae Jaquez, 84, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2010. She is survived by her daughters, Lucinda "Mimi" Webster and Norma Jean Gray; son, John Dean Gray Sr.; grandsons, granddaughters, nieces, and nephews; and several extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Jaquez in 1987; and sons, James Henry Johnson and William Lindsey Gray. There was never a person who met Dorothy, "Ma Jaquez", who didn't think of her as a mother. Friends may visit on Wednesday, October 6, 2010, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at French - Westside . Memorial services will be held Wednesday, October 6, 2010, at 5:00 p.m., at New Life Baptist Church, 6900 Los Volcanes Rd NW. Please visit our online guest book for Dorothy at RememberTheirStory.com. French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505)897-0300
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KEITH -- Norma Haffner Keith, age 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1995, died on Saturday, October 2, 2010. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on April 17, 1929. Norma is survived by her sons, Tom, Dan, Jack, and Peter; daughter, Paula; and seven grandchildren, Andy, Laura, Julie, Peter, Emily, Daniel and Charity. Norma was married for over 59 years to her loving husband, John who passed away in July 2009. Norma was an accomplished artist, who loved and excelled at oil painting. Later with diminished eyesight, she began weaving beautiful tapestries and rugs. Norma had a short career as an art teacher, but devoted herself to her husband and family which she cherished. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo del Norte NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Norma at: www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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KERNS -- Matthew A. Kerns was born on October 14, 1965 and passed away on September 25, 2010. The family of Matthew 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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LUCERO -- Flora M. Lucero, age 87, beloved mother, grandma, and nana, was called to her heavenly home by the Lord, on Sunday, October 3, 2010, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Las Vegas, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque. Flora is survived by her loving daughters, Virginia Garcia and husband Elfego, and Flora Mae Jaramillo and husband Lawrence "Larry"; five grandchildren, John Saicawalo and wife Carmela, Perry Saicawalo and wife Kelli, Patrick Garcia and wife Jessica, Marisa Jaramillo and Billy Till, and Julian Jaramillo and wife Alicia; ten great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; Flora's loyal companion, Biscuit; many nieces, nephews, other extended family members and friends. Flora will be greatly missed by all. A Rosary will be recited Friday, October 8, 2010 at 8:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, where Funeral services will be conducted at 9:00 a.m. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Flora'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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MAESTAS -- Felisario Maestas, 54, of La Jara, NM passes away on October 4, 2010. Services are in care of: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street, SW 505-247-4124
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MASON -- Christine "Tita" L. Mason, age 76, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was called by the Lord , Monday, October 4, 2010. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Tita'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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MONTOYA -- Sonja Lee Montoya (Easton), age 70 of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2010 at University of New Mexico Hospital. She lost her battle with Congestive Heart Failure after being diagnosed in 2002. At Sonja's request, services or a funeral will not be held, but a celebration of her life will be held in the Summer of 2011 in a neighborhood Park she grew up in. Sonja was born in Toledo Illinois in 1940, son of the late Dale and Mable Easton (Sallee). She is survived by two daughters, Kathy Montoya and Lee Ann Montoya, both of Albuquerque; four sisters, Ruth Ann Dougherty and husband Wylie of ABQ, Charlotte Kersey of ABQ, Dixie Theobald and husband, Leonard of ABQ and Rusty Easton and husband Jim Paugh of Alamogordo, NM; Her adopted son, Enrique Morales and her special little friend, Duffy; 14 nieces and nephews who she loved like they were her own children as well. Sonja lived in NM for 45 years and in Kansas, IL for 25 years where she raised her daughters. Sonja changed the lives of many people with her genuine, acts of kindness and generosity. It's safe to say that her Generosity could only be matched by her sense of humor. She loved "game day", crafting with her sisters, growing tomatoes (which she worried her daughters would kill since they don't care for them), big family gatherings, and eating anything with green chili on it. Sonja was a free-spirit giver especially when it came to children. Her philosophy was every child should have a stuffed animal - no matter how old they are. In lieu of flowers, cards or gifts, the greatest gift you could send is a donation to the UNM Hospital in Sonja's name. She was well known in that community and this organization gave her eight more years with her family and took care of her as if she were made of gold and was ALWAYS treated with such respect, that she was always glad to go to any doctor's visit! Send Donations online: hospitals.unm.edu/giving/ Or mail a check to: UNM Foundation Inc. C/O UNM Foundation, Two Woodward Center, 700 Lomas NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102 Please Put "Sonja Montoya" in the memo line.
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MORA -- David R. Happy Birthday Daddy and Grampy! You are missed so much especially on this special day. We know that you are smilng down on us! We love you. Michelle, Charae, Nicholas and Mariah
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MORA -- David R. Mora 10/6/33 ~ 08/15/10 Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday deeeeear daddy Happy Birthday to you......sigh :o( Daddy, words just can't explain how I feel and how much I miss you. I try to stay strong and not cry because I know that is what you would want but daddy I am at the weakest I have ever been and I can't stop my tears, I can't stop the hurt and the pain is just unbearable. What I wouldn't do for one more hug, one more "hi ya het", one more call from my daddy. I love you with everything I have.... Your loving daughter, Melody From Savannah: Yo te amo con todo mi corazon
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OTERO -- Carl Joseph Otero, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, September 29, 2010. He is preceded in death by his parents, Alfredo J. and Candelaria Otero; and his aunt, Corrine Moss. He is survived by his wife, Priscilla "Pat" Otero; his legal guardian and best friend John F. Baca; many brothers-in law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Carl and his wife had no children. Carl lived in Albuquerque most of his life and attended and graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1949, Carl attended Junior college in Pasadena, California, earning an associate degree in business administration. He returned to Albuquerque and began employment as a buyer for ACF and later for Sandia Labs. Carl was always grateful for his life as he had suffered clubbed feet as a child, undergoing numerous surgeries to correct his legs. He always recalled how appreciative he was for the Shriners' Organization as it was this organization which made it possible for him to walk. Carl had also been a previous member of the Elks. Carl and Priscilla were quite successful and were able to retire in their early 50's. However, Carl was generally driven, always feeling he needed to work and be productive in some way. He decided to go into the Jewelry Manufacturing business with his brother-in-law John F. Baca. Carl did the buying of materials and selling while John (brother-in-law) did the manufacturing of the jewelry. Once the jewelry business went as far as it could go, the business was sold. Carl and his wife traveled the United States and most of Europe and Mexico. In the late 80's Carl and Priscilla moved to El Paso, Texas in order to care for their Aunt Corrine who had become ill. Carl and Priscilla moved back to Albuquerque, in July 2009, as both were becoming elderly and Carl had suffered a series of small strokes. Since Carl had no living relatives, he always considered his wife's family as his family and wanted to be around them. A memorial rosary will be recited Thursday, October 7, 2010, 7:00 p.m., at French - University Chapel. A memorial mass will be held Friday, October 8, 2010, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE. The pallbearers will be Max Baca, Isidore "Sid" Baca, Juan "JD" Baca, and O. Ernie Gutierrez. Honorary pallbearer is John F. Baca. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Alzheimer's Association, New Mexico Chapter 9500 Montgomery NE Suite 121, Albuquerque, NM. 87111. Please visit our online guestbook for Carl at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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ROMERO -- Rose B. Romero, 77, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 4, 2010 at home with her family at her side. Mrs. Romero is survived by her daughter, JoDeen Anaya and husband, Gabe; her sons, Richard Romero and wife, Berna, Larry Romero and partner, David Lopez. and Anthony Romero and wife, Doreen; her grandchildren, Nicole Romero, Steven Anaya, Mario Romero and fiance, Lena, Diana Ornelas and husband, Mon, Raelynn Anaya and fiancee, Gilbert, Anthony Romero, Zac Romero and girlfriend, Amanda Aragon; her great-grandchildren, Michael Romero, Ricci Garcia, Santiago Samora, Gabriella Garcia, and Gessica Garcia; her sisters, Mellie Gonzales and husband, Tim, and Syrlia (Lila) Montoya; sisters in law, Gloria Baca, Frances Brock and husband, Jerry, and Virgie Chavez; her brothers-in-law, Fidy Romero and wife, Gloria, Marty Romero, and Mon Romero; her best friends, Stella Trujillo and husband, Freddie, and Frances Sanchez. Rose was preceded in death by her husband, E. A. (Herman) Romero; her parents, Baltazar and Josefita Baca; her brother, Max Baca; and her sisters, Margaret Martinez, and Dometilia Garcia. Visitation will be Thursday, October 7, 2010 from 6:30 p.m., until 7:00 p.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., by Trini and Valerio Lucero. Final visitation will be at the Church on Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m., with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., a Franciscan Friar, presider. Interment of cremans will follow at San Jose de Armijo cemetery. Urnbearer will be Nicole Romero. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Please visit gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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SAAVEDRA -- Jennifer R. (McCloy) Saavedra, 35, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 14 years, Fabian Saavedra; daughters, Madelynn, Gracie, and Abigail; father, James E. McCloy Sr. and wife, Diana; mother, Patty Johnson; brother, James E. McCloy Jr.; step-siblings, Jay Brock and wife, Ellen, Jody Stanley and husband, Curt, and Shawn Brock and wife, Marissa; grandmother, Marcella Harbaugh; step-grandmother, Bernice Rarick; several nieces and nephews; and many extended family and friends. Jennifer was born in Zanesville, OH and graduated from Tri-Valley High School. She served in the US Army for five years in the Airbone Unit out of Ft. Bragg where she met her husband, Fabian, and three years in the National Guard in Albuquerque. She graduated with her Bachelor's degree from the University of Phoenix. Jennifer worked for Citi Bank for ten years as a manager in the IT department. She was the liason for Citi Bank with the March of Dimes. Memorial services will be held Friday, October 8, 2010, 11:00 a.m., at Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors Blvd. NW. Services will also be held Saturday, October 16, 2010, 11:00 a.m., at Coburn United Methodist Church in Zanesville, OH. Friends may visit one hour prior. Please visit our online guest book for Jennifer at RememberTheirStory.com. French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505)897-0300
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SANCHEZ -- Joe B. Sanchez, 78, passed away Friday, October 1, 2010 after a long difficult fight. Joe loved hunting, fishing or anything outdoors, making people laugh with his jokes, but above all Joe loved his family with his whole heart. Joe is survived by his loving children, Charles Sanchez, Raymond Sanchez, Rosalie (Ro) Sanchez, Edwin (Ed) Sanchez and fiance Frankie Madrano, Deborah Salgado, and Yvette Sanchez and fiance Paul Chavez; his grandchildren, Marie, Vivian, Raymond Jr., Anthony, Veronica, Adriana, Joseph, Vanessa, Mary and Crystal; eight great-grandchildren; with two more on the way; and his brother Lorenzo Sanchez and wife Judith. Joe, our beloved dad is in a better place than he's ever been before. All his pain is gone, he's now at rest, nothing troubles him anymore; it's we who feel the pain of our sadness and our grief, we have to cry, to mourn our loss before we get relief. He will look over all us and help guide us through life's many challenges. We know we'll all meet with him again and see his cherished face. When our day comes he'll be waiting for us with open arms. We LOVE you Grumpy. Joe will be missed by numerous friends and family and all who knew and loved him. Joe lived a very simple life, and for that we honor his wish to keep his service very simple. A Memorial service will take place in the 8th Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, Thursday, October 7, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. Please share your condolences, sympathies and memories with the family at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Joe's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover S.W. Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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SPENCE -- Leona Mae, 93+ years, died quietly on September 22, 2010 in Chandler, AZ, where she lived with her husband, Ed, who preceded her in death in March 2010. Leona was born in Apple Creek, OH, where she grew up and graduated from high school in 1935. Leona soon went to work as a cook at a state institution, where she developed her cooking and baking skills. She and Ed were married in Nov. 1936, later moved to Pennsylvania for some years, before moving to Los Alamos, NM in 1947, where they lived for nearly 38 years. Leona was a homemaker and mom, and then became the manager of the Los Alamos Schools cafeterias for 13 years. She then worked for Los Alamos National Laboratories as a file clerk before retiring in 1977. She was a charter member of the United Church of Los Alamos, and actively supported her husband and children in their church functions. She loved to host gatherings of family and friends, which often included some of her trademark baked goods. Following retirement, she and Ed lived in Albuquerque, NM, and then moved to Arizona in 1999. Leona has four children; eight grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 9, at 10:30 a.m., at the Chandler Presbyterian Church, 1500 W. Germann Rd, Chandler, AZ 85286. Memorial gifts may be given to the American Diabetes Association by going to diabetes.org/donate, or by mail at: PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
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TAYLOR -- Randy L. Taylor, Sr. A service for Randy L. Taylor, Sr. will be held on Friday, October 8, 2010 at the Albuquerque Meadows Clubhouse at 1:00 p.m., 7112 Pan American Frwy NE (821-1991).
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TAYLOR -- Travis Dean Taylor, age 75, a resident of Los Lunas, N.M., passed away on Monday, October 4, 2010. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Los Lunas and Gideons International. Dean served as treasurer for the church. He enjoyed playing Dominoes and Canasta. Dean loved people and never missed an opportunity to lend a sympathetic ear or a helping hand when needed. He retired from Borden Dairy in 1993 after 37 years of outstanding service. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his soulmate of 30 years, Mary Bonita; parents, Burel and Beatrice Taylor; and two brothers, Earl and Joe Lee Taylor. Dean is survived by his loving children, Judy Baker, Mary Stanford and husband, Tim, Edward Taylor and wife, Jody, Bill Grittman and wife, Tonia and Reed Grittman and wife, Linda; siblings, Jack Taylor, Glenda Wood and husband, Robert; 13 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; He is also survived by his loving niece, nephews and friends. A final visitation will be held at First Baptist Church, in Los Lunas, at 1:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 7, 2010 with a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Sign Dean's online register book at: www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM.
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VALENCIA -- Frank A. Valencia, 56, a resident of Los Lunas, NM passed away on October 3, 2010. Frank is survived by his children, Lorenzo Valencia and wife, Alicia; his daughter, Veronica Valencia-Andrade and husband, Miguel Sr.; his sisters, Carmen Valencia, Rosanna Valencia, Carolyn Valencia Archuleta, and Roberta Valencia Sanchez; his grandchildren, J.D., Alicia, Alexis, Liana, Andrew, Miguel Jr., and Lanae; his Goddaughter, Angelique Romero; girlfriend, Priscilla Trujeque; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Emilia Valencia; brother, Bennie Valencia Jr.; daughter, Lynette Tafoya; and niece, Bernadette Lucero. Visitation will be Thursday, October 7, 2010 at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited 7:00 p.m., by Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Nieto. Final visitation will be Friday in the Church from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Nick Nichols, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lorenzo Valencia, Miguel Andrade Sr., Howard Sanchez, Glen Lucero, Art Sanchez, and Phillip Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Tapia, Frank Pena, Vicente Ramirez, Phillip Paiz, Jackie Aragon and Roger. Please visit: gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guest book. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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VAN CAMP -- Sharon Van Camp, 67, passed away on September 29, 2010. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Sharon's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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VEITZ -- Scott Oliver Veitz, 62, passed away in Albuq, N.M. on September 30, 2010. He was born in Albuq, N.M. on February 9, 1948. Parents were Jack Veitz and Ruth Kouri. Grandparents were Ike and Anna Mae "Granny" Eichelberger. His siblings are Shelly Groves (deceased), Richard Veitz, Patti Midkiff, Marcanne Beck and Dana Kouri. He had a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from UNM. He was a proud Marine that served in Vietnam. He received two Purple Hearts and a Silver Star. He was employed by Mountain Bell. He enjoyed golf, bowling, fishing, painting, watching SyFy movies and he was a huge Dallas Cowboy fan. He worked with children as a guest art instructor at Marie Hughes Elementary School. Scott is survived by his wife of 41 years, Connie Louise Veitz of Albuq. He is also survived by his daughter Staci Tethal and his son Ryan Veitz. He was most proud of his granddaughters Haley and Alyssa. In addition Willis and Louise Hardy, Aunt Mavis Park, William, Karen, Adrianne and Chris Madison and Pokie were an important part of his life for many years. His place of interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery where the initial service will be held, October 8, 2010 at the at 9:30, located at 501 North Guadalupe Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501, (505) 988-6400. There will be a local service on 10/08 at The UNM Alumni Chapel at 12:00, located at 1 University of New Mexico, MSC 01-1160, Albuq, NM 87131. When parking at UNM, use the "C Lot" or overflow to "T Lot" and take the shuttle in from "T Lot" (505) 277-5808. Following the service, we are gathering at 2:00 at the Madison Residence at 6405 Oak Hill NE, Albuq, NM 87111, (505) 220-4631. In lieu of flowers, contributions should be made in memory of Scott Veitz to the Fine Arts Department at: www.unmfund.org or mailed to: UNM College of Fine Arts, MSC04 2570, Albuq, N.M. 87131 or call 505-277-4503. Semper Fi. Scott, thanks for being such a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. You were blessed to have many friends. You always made us laugh. You will be truly missed.
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WARREN -- Rex Warren, local Corrales songwriter/singer/musician passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer, Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 12:58 a.m. He was a popular entertainer at many local music venues, private and corporate events, restaurants, and festivals around New Mexico and Texas. He produced two CDs: Indigo Blue with his Avocado Rock Band in 2001 and, most recently, Raise Your Voice with the band, Walking Rain. He was born on December 26, 1953 in Amarillo and moved to the Albuquerque area in 1989. Rex loved the outdoors including hiking, fishing, and skiing. He was a constant spiritual seeker and great friend to many. His sold forklifts for 20 years at Albuquerque Forklift and also sold estate. Rex is survived by his three brothers and their wives Fred and Marian Warren from Amarillo, Max and Pat Warren from San Diego and Britt and Gaylene Warren from Ruidoso; his nieces: Wendy, Stacy, Carrie, Gayla and Gennifer; one nephew: Miles ; four great-nieces Kelly, Victoria, Krissy, Kiera and five great nephews: Robert, Jordan; Gavin, Colin and Marcos. It was Rex's request to have a celebration of his life rather than a memorial service at a funeral home. Rex will be cremated and then take a trip to Hawaii next May with his former wife and love of his life, Jeanne Warren. A Rex Warren Tribute is being held for his close friends and family at the Corrales Bistro Brewery on Sunday afternoon, October 24, 2010. Many of his personal band members and other local musicians will be playing at this event. Anyone interested in attending this event should contact Douglas Stewart, his life-long friend, at: stewartweb@comcast.net
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WELLER -- Louis L. Weller, 74, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2010. Louis loved playing golf, skiing, hiking, hunting, fishing, a big UNM sports fan and roller coaster enthusiast. He was collector of Indian Artifacts and an avid world traveler. His grand-daughters thought of him as their hero. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Mildred Weller; children Sondra Weller-Bass and husband, Allan R. Bass, Randy Weller and wife, Virginia Newman-Weller; grandchildren Jade and Jenna Bass, Felicia and Leslie Weller; and one great-grandson en route Dalton Louis Bass-Lundy; mother Mayme I. Weller; sister Faye Ward and husband, Larry Jaramillo; and brother Joe Weller and wife, Martha Weller. Mr. Weller was preceded in death by his daughter, Dawna L Weller. Louis was a prominent architect and businessman. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 6, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Interment to follow service at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque, NM In lieu of flowers donation s may be made to Ronald McDonald House Charities, 1011 Yale Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 or rmhs-nm.org, in memory of Louis L. Weller. Please visit our online guestbook for Louis at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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WILSON -- Robert O. (Bob) Wilson, of San Angelo, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2010. He was born in San Angelo on June 5, 1925 to John Wesley and Maggie Jane Wilson. Bob joined the U.S. Navy on August 23, 1943. He served with the Sea Bees in the South Pacific and was a member of the first unit to land at Tokyo Bay after the Armistice was signed. He was Honorably Discharged as a Machinist Mate, 2nd Class on January 3, 1946. On November 17, 1946, Bob married Nadine Hilburn, who would remain his partner for life. On February 6, 1947 he opened Wilson Tire. He and Nadine began their family that same year and would have three sons and a daughter. Two of the boys would eventually join Bob in the incorporation of the business into Wilson Tire, Wheel, and Auto, as it still stands today. Bob had a licensed bail bond business for over 40 years. Multiple generations of the Wilson family learned a strong work ethic while employed under Bob's watchful eye. Owning a family business allowed Bob the freedom to exercise his passion for helping others. His time and money were always available to anyone in need, including youth groups, community farmers and ranchers, and anyone experiencing a rough patch of life. After 63 years under Bob's leadership the business will continue with his spirit of community involvement. Bob was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign War, Post 1815. He also served several years as a member of the Southside Lions Club. Bob was also a football enthusiast and did not miss a Bobcats or Cowboys game. Bob is survived by his wife, Nadine Wilson; three sons, Bobby and wife Linda, Johnny and wife Sandra, and Rodger and wife Molly, all of San Angelo; and one daughter, Gail Wilson of Weir, TX; He is also survived by eight grandchildren, Kerry Ann Ramirez and husband Mike of San Angelo, TX, Dena Wilson of San Angelo, TX, Chisom and wife Jennifer of Albuquerque, NM, Chelsea Doherty and husband Pat of Alamogordo, NM, Chesney Watson and husband Thomas of Valdosta, GA, Deja Elder of Yellowstone National Park, WY, and Tina Martinez and Kimberly Wilson, both of San Angelo; Bob also had 15 great-grandchildren, Kelly, Kayla, Klorissa, Michael, Kade, Carter, Bryce, Cecily, Sean, Shawntiel, Shivayah, Sabrina, Megan, Alexis, and Tiffany; and three great-great-grandchildren. If friends counted as money, Bob would be one of the world's millionaires. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at Johnson's Funeral Home, 435 West Beauregard, San Angelo, TX 76903. Memorial service will be at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, October 7, 2010, also at Johnson's Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jason Holloway, Joe Davila, Chris Jernigan, Landon Gray, James Herrera, Anthony Losoya, and Jessie Valencia. Military Honor Guard will be provided by Goodfellow Air Force Base. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorials be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com.
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