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BARNETTE -- Leslie Vincent Barnette (Vince) passed away at his home in Albuquerque, NM on October 8, 2010 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his father: Leslie Dwight Johnson; his grandparents; and his dear friend: Darren Pauly. He leaves behind his mother Diane Balister; a son, Austin Gilbert Passiment; his brother Lance Allen Barnette; his sister Miranda Ruth Yost; and a large, loving, extended family. He will be greatly missed by his many friends to whom he was strong, generous, and true. He left us too soon, but his star burned brightly. He fed the hungry, cared for the sick, encouraged the hopeless. He defended the defenseless and fought for less fortunate people, like him, who are often invisible to society and for whom the norm is often difficult and every day is a struggle. He is at peace now enfolded in the arms of God. His spirit remains in the heart of those he loved and who loved him. He will return home to his native Virginia for a celebration of his life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local Hospice or see someone struggling and give them a hand in his honor. Please visit Leslie online guest book at: www.Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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BARTH -- Don L. Barth was reunited with his twin sister Donna and his parents Sol and Ruth Barth on Sunday, October 24, 2010. He will be remembered by his wife of 30 years, Dotti; son, Matt and wife Krystle; sister, Linda; and brothers, Chuck and Jim and wife Kat; as well as many family and friends. Don was most proud of his service in the US Army 25th Infantry in Vietnam from 1966-67. Don will be remembered as a great story-teller and master of BS. A celebration of Don's life will be held on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., at French - University Chapel. Burial with honors will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, he requested donations be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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BONAL -- Arthur Raymond Bonal passed away at the age of 65 in Santa Fe, NM on October 25, 2010 after a heroic battle with cancer. Art was born in Santa Fe, NM on July 20, 1945 to the late Arthur M. Bonal and Teresa G. Bonal. Art attended St. Francis Elementary School and graduated from St. Michaels High School in 1964. Art served in Vietnam as a Machinist Mate in the U.S. Navy and served on the USS Maddox before being transferred to Com Crew West Pac in San Diego. After Vietnam, Art worked for the Sangre de Cristo Water Company in Santa Fe and moved to Albuquerque to work for PNM. Art worked as a surveyor's aide for the U.S. Forest Service and was an alternate delegate to the 1992 Democratic National Convention held in New York City, NY. Art served as a member of the State Central Committee of the Democratic Party for the State of New Mexico for many years and was appointed to the Housing Authority for Region III as a Board Member by Governor Bruce King. Art was a member of the Southwest Regional Council of and elected President of the Local 1353. During the last years of Art's life he worked for the State of New Mexico. Art loved life and his beautiful city of Santa Fe. He spent many hours walking around Santa Fe and spreading his love to all walks of life. Art loved to spend time with family, friends, and his dogs. Art is survived by his wife Susan; son David (Nedra); his mother Teresa; sister Teresa Fox (Richard); sister Lourdes Romero (Gerald); brother Maurice (Diana); sister Yvonne; brother Charles (Sam); brother Gerard; and nieces and nephews - Marie Fox, the late Richard Fox, Reena Rodriguez, Joey Romero, Renee Pryor, Melissa Harrison, Michael Romero, Maurice Bonal, Jr., Jason Bonal, Jean Paul Marquez, Stephen Marquez, Matthew Bonal and Ashley Bonal. A Visitation will be held at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 27, 2010, at Cristo Rey Church, followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 Noon Thursday, October 28, 2010, at Saint Francis Cathedral Basilica by Rev. Monsignor Jerome Martinez y Alire, followed by Burial Services at Rosario Chapel and Interment at Rosario Cemetery. Art's pallbearers will be his good friends, Michael Barragree, John Francisco, Bill Garrett, Frank Herrera, Thoade (Doc) Murrah and John Thorpe. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations to the New Mexico Cancer Care Patient Services Foundation or the American Cancer Society, be made in Arthur's name. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600. Please visit their website: (http://www.berardinellifuneralhome.com/obituaries/Arthur-Bonal4341437856/) and share your favorite "Art" story. Art would like to give his love to his family, friends at the French Pastry Restaurant, coworkers at the State of New Mexico, all of "Art's Prayer Warriors", Governor Bill Richardson, Democratic Party of New Mexico, and Southwest Regional Carpenters Union. Art would like to thank his special "Angel," Diana Graham, Houston, TX, the New Mexico Cancer Center, MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX, and PMS Hospice for their loving care during his battle with cancer. Art will always be remembered by 1 Corinthians 13, Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
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CHAVEZ -- Eduardo In Loving Memory October 27, 1932 - July 29, 2006 Your Family
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GALLEGOS -- Josephine Ortiz Gallegos. Our mother passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2010, at her home. Her son Rudy who took care of her was with her when she passed. Daughter of Leopoldo Marques Ortiz and his wife Cecelia Valdez, born on September 26, 1918 in Santa Fe. Her husband Refugio preceded her in death in 1975. He was born in Mora, NM. They were married in 1937 in Santa Fe. Her son Ray Jr. also passed in 2009. She had seven brothers and sisters. Her brothers, Ernesto, Tony and Daniel all of Santa Fe, also preceded her in death. She recently lost her sister Dolores O. Salazar of Albuquerque. She leaves a sister Lupe Martinez of West Jordan, UT; and a brother Joe who lives in Santa Fe Springs, CA. Our mother and father had six children, Edwina Lunney of Butte, MT, Leo of Las Vegas, NV, Rudy, Irene Parker, and Ugene all of Albuquerque. She has many grandchildren; and great-grandchildren; and also many nephews and nieces through out the United States. Our father was a minor and worked for many different companies. Our father was in a mining accident and the family moved to Albuquerque in 1957. Our mother had many interests, she loved to gamble and made many trips to Las Vegas, she however spent most of her time at one of the many casinos in the Albuquerque area. She was quite lucky. She loved Hollywood musical movies, and like her sister Dolores and brother Daniel, enjoyed the novellas on the many Spanish stations in Albuquerque. Our mother was well read and on numerous occasions brought to our attention information on business and other events that we had yet to be aware of. She was a homemaker for most of her life, and later in her life was involved in the whole sale business of selling all types of shoes. Our mother taught us to be independent and as a result of her entrepreneurial spirit, it was caught by all six of her children who all came to have their own business and that spirit has been passed on to many of her grandchildren. The first Ortiz came from Jerez De La Frontera, Spain. Arriving in what is now Santa Barbara, Mexico from there the first colonists to settle in what was then called New Spain. They were led by Onate in 1598, and walked 700 miles, there were 600 in all, from all parts of Spain, their final destination, Santa Fe. Our mother traveled through out Spain in her 70's, she saw many beautiful sites, such as the Cathedral of Compestela, built around 1075, the site of pilgrimages to the Apostle's Tomb. She also traveled to South America and the East Coast and had recently gone on her first cruise. Our mother was much loved by her extended family and she will be missed, we will always have her memories and that help's soften our grief at losing her. Mother, we love you and thank you for the love that you have given us. God bless you and rest in peace. For information contact Leo Gallegos 661-244-7047
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GUTIERREZ -- Teresita G. Gutierrez was born June 17, 1923 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She passed away Sunday, October 24, 2010 at the age of 87. Teresita was a lifelong member of St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church and the Legion of Mary. She will be remembered as a loving person and homemaker. Teresita was preceded in death by her husband, Macario Gutierrez. She is survived by her daughter, Ermalinda Baca; grandchildren, Gabriel J. C' de Baca and wife Teri, and Fabian A. C' de Baca; six sisters; four brothers; nine great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 4th and Mildred NW. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Chilili Cemetery on Highway South 14 in Chilili, NM. Pallbearers will be Gabriel J. C' de Baca, Fabian A. C' de Baca, Ernest Vigil, Matt Aguilar, Jose F. Herrera and Reynaldo C. Trujillo. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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HERRERA -- Refugio Dennis Herrera was born June 16, 1945 and passed away October 20, 2010. A Funeral Service will take place at Riverside Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will continue until 8:00 p.m. Cremation is to follow. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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HUNING -- John L. "Jack" Huning, age 81, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2010. Jack was preceded in death by his high school sweetheart and wife of 53 years, Mary Etta Bell. He is survived by his three children, Tyler, Eilene, and Nancy. Jack was born in Albuquerque on November 29, 1928 and spent much of his childhood in Los Lunas. He graduated from Albuquerque High and earned a B.A. in Animal Husbandry from Colorado State University. Jack took over operations of the livestock part of the family business where he received numerous awards from organizations ranging from NM Livestock Growers Association to N.A.I.O.P. (a commercial real estate development association) and the P.C.A. (Production Credit Association) where he served as chairman and on the board of directors for many years. He received a lifetime member award from Albuquerque Economic Development, Inc. Jack was also a member of the Urban Land Institute, and a lifelong member of Rotary International. He was a devout member of St. John's Episcopal Cathedral and then St. Matthew's Episcopal Church. Jack will be remembered as a loving father, loyal friend, and for his generous community support and service. Services will be held Wednesday, October 27, 2010, at 10:00 a.m., at St. John's Episcopal Cathedral, 318 Silver SW. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Visitation will take place at French - University Chapel, Tuesday, October 26, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Jack's name to either the St. Matthew's Building Fund, P.O. Box 2489, Los Lunas, NM 87031 or the Barrow Neurological Institute Foundation, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85013. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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JOHNSON -- Joyce Howard Johnson, formerly of Hobbs, passed away at her home in Albuquerque on October 24, 2010. Joyce was born in Chicago, IL to Percy and Regina Howard. She attended Avery Coonley School in Downers Grove, IL and was a graduate of Branson High School, Branson, MO and Pittsburgh Teachers College in Pittsburgh, KS. She obtained her M.A. in education from UNM. She moved from Branson to Hobbs NM in 1956 and taught in the public schools off and on until her retirment in 1995. She also taught a legendary private kindergarten at the First Presbyterian Church for 12 years. Joyce ended her professional career teaching in the gifted program in Hobbs. Joyce had numerous interests, including gardening, entertaining, listening to jazz, weaving, knitting, reading and traveling. She will best be remembered for her influence on her many students over the years, her loyalty and discretion as a friend and mother, and her wonderful sense of humor. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Johnson, retired district judge from the Fifth Judicial District. She is survived by her daughter, Regina Elise Johnson of Albuquerque; nephew Jamie Howard and wife Natascha; sister-in-law Emmie Seaman; brother James D. Howard; the KnitWits, her beloved weekly knitting group members; and her many other friends in the community of Hobbs and elsewhere. A memorial service and celebration of Joyce's life will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Hobbs, Saturday, November 6, 2010.
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KING -- Margarete King passed away October 20, 2010 at her home in Albuquerque. Margarete was born June 17, 1923 in Breslau, Germany. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, William King. Margarete spent her life making a warm and welcoming home for her family and friends wherever William's career took the family. Margarete is survived by son, William, Jr., and grandson, Christian, of Albuquerque; son, Steven, and wife, Mary Ann, and grandsons Steven and Chance, of Redondo Beach, California; daughter, Karoline, and husband, Curtis Freeman, of Bastrop, Texas; and daughter, Constance, and husband, Reed Upton, of Albuquerque, and step-granddaughter Alexandra, of Oakland, California. She is also survived by her sister, Ruth, and husband, John McCarthy, of Easton, Maryland, and family stretching from Wisconsin to New York to Germany and Hawaii. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Margarete's name to Animal Humane of New Mexico, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
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LOPEZ -- Gilbert "Randy" Lopez passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 after a short illness in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family and friends. He is survived by his mother Virginia Lopez; loving wife Margie of 12 years, daughter Tina Leyba and her husband Raymond; step-sons, Chris Candelaria and Dominique Benavidez; sisters, Yvonne Ramirez, Gloria Lopez-Orona and her husband John; sister-in-law, Marilyn DeLaRosa; and his grandsons, Anthony Leyba and Chris Candelaria. He was preceeded in death by his father Epifanio Lopez; and his brother Eugene Lopez. He is loved and will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. Visitations will be on Thursday October 28, 2010 at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m., at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A celebration mass will be on Friday October 29, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Honorary Pallbearers will be Candy Candelaria, Rasalio Valdez, Pablo Garcia, Anthony Leyba, Mark Apodaca and Raymond Leyba. Services are in care of: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street, SW 505-247-4124
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MCCANNA -- Peter F. McCanna, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away at age 88, on Saturday, October 23, 2010. He is survived by daughters, Ellen Jones of Riverton, WY and Janet McCanna of Santa Fe, NM; grandson, Christopher Jones and wife, Francesca of Riverton, WY; three great-grandchildren, Brett, Aidan and Ashlyn; and his sister, Janet King and her husband Vernon, of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his brother, Joseph E. McCanna, Jr.; and sister, Peggy Brennan, both of Albuquerque. Peter was a member of a pioneer Albuquerque family that has been connected with the real estate and insurance business here since the late 1800's that his grandfather, P.F. McCanna began. Since the end of World War II, Peter had been with P.F. McCanna Inc. until he began his own establishment of Peter McCanna and Co real estate and insurance firm in 1963. Peter was a 1940 graduate of St. Mary High School, where he was a basketball star and also played football. He played two years of basketball at the University of New Mexico before entering the Coast Guard in 1942. He was a quartermaster on ships in the Pacific during World War II. He was one of the Founders and a Director of Casa Angelica, President and Director of the Better Business Bureau, Council Vice-president and Director of St. Josephs Hospital, Director of the YMCA Board, Board President and Director of the Albuquerque Downtown Association, Director and Member of the Kiwanis Club, Campaign Chairman of The Peopless Committee that elected Pete Domenici, Harry Kinney and John Gurule to the Albuquerque City Commission, Vice-president of the Albuquerque Zoning Commission, Director of the Albuquerque Urban Renewal Board, Director of the Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, Director of the Family Health Center Board, Director of The Private Industry Council, Director of St. Francis Gardens Health Center, Chairman of the 1993 St. Mary's Centennial, member of the Board of Directors of the Home Savings and Loan Board, Second Vice-president of the New Mexico Insurers Inc, on Board of Directors for Sandia Savings and Loan, President and Director of the New Mexico Association of Insurance Agents, Vice-president of the Albuquerque Board of Realtors, received Realtor of the Year in 1965, second person in the State to receive his CCIM Designation, President of the CCIM & CPM Boards, and Director of Blue Cross/Blue Shield of New Mexico. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., at French ~ Wyoming Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., on Friday, October 29, 2010 at the Immaculate Conception Parish, 619 Copper Avenue NW, with interment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Casa Angelica, 5629 Isleta Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87105. French~Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 505-823-9400
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MICHAELS -- Helen Emma Michaels was born on December 24, 1921 and passed away on October 14, 2010. The family of Helen 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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PARRAS -- Mark T. Parras, age 48, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, was called home to our Heavenly Father on Friday, October 22, 2010. He was preceded in death by his mother, Helen (Garcia) Parras; and father, Joe Parras. He is survived by a daughter, Chaline Parras; and two grandchildren, Jeremiah and Estrella; He is survived by a personal friend, Chip Dale; He is survived by two brothers: Bill Parras and wife, Lydia and Ken Parras and wife, Janice; He is survived by nephews: Jeffrey and Jonathan Parras; nieces: Melissa Parras of Reno, NV, Rachel Garcia and husband, Carlos, Melanie Hahn and husband, Aaron, Alisa Smith and husband, Erik, Susan Parras; and grandnieces and grandnephews: Kristelle Parras, Wyatt and Carlee Jo Hahn, Isaiah, and Haylee Garcia. He was very proud to have graduated from Our Lady of Assumption Parish Elementary School and in 1980 from St. Pius X Catholic High School. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, October 28, 2010, at 7:00 p.m., at French, Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N.E. with Deacon Andrew Chavez reciting. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 29, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming N.E. with Monsignor Richard Olona, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at 7999 Wyoming Blvd. N.E. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico AIDS Services, Attn.: Mr. Michael Allen, 625 Truman St. N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Mark at: RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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PERALES -- David L. Perales, 51, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 25, 2010. David is survived by his mother, Evangeline Perales; his father, Alfonso Perales and wife, Katie; his brothers, Edward A. Perales and wife, Sofie, Michael Perales and companion, James Gow, and Dominic Perales; his sisters, Norma Chavez and husband, Lawrence, Mandy Perales, and Kirsti Perea and boyfriend, Nick Cunningham; his Godchildren, Johnny Chavez and Gage Price; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. David was preceded in death by his companion, Joseph Jaramillo. Visitation will be Thursday, October 28, 2010 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., Gabriella Nieto, presider. Final visitation will be in the Gabaldon Chapel on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., with a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m., Deacon Pablo LaFebre, presider. Interment will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Dimas, Esteban Perales, J.C. Perales, Richard Perales, Isaiah Perales and Donnie Chavez; Honorary pallbearer will be Johnny Chavez. 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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ROMERO -- Maria Ernina "Ernie" Romero, 82, died peacefully in her sleep early on Sunday, October 24, 2010 in the loving arms of her daughter, Gerri McCallister. Her memory will live on in her children, Gerri McCallister of Albuquerque, Patty Vendzules and her husband, Michael of Great Falls, VA and Ed Romero and his wife, Maria of Dallas, TX; She will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Jason Vendzules and wife, Sarah of Brooklyn, NY, Kellie Matijasevic and husband, Michael of Dallas, TX, Julia Vendzules of Washington DC, Chris Romero, currently in the Army and serving our country in Afghanistan; and great-grandson, Cooper Christopher Matijasevic; Ernie is survived by her brother, George Montoya and wife, Clara of Velarde, NM; sister, Rosalie Valdez and husband, Joe of Albuquerque; and numerous other relatives and lifelong friends. Ernie was preceded in death by her husband, Pat Romero in 2003; and her dear grandson, Christopher McCallister in 2006. Ernie was born on October 15, 1928 in Velarde, NM, the sixth of seven children to Eleazar and Manuelita Montoya and lived there until her marriage to her only sweetheart, Pat Romero in 1952. She accompanied Pat in his many travels with the United States Air Force. Ernie and Pat were married and in love for 50 years. Ernie was a longtime member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Ernie will be remembered for her wonderful smile and special dedication to her grandchildren. Friends and family may visit French~Wyoming Chapel Wednesday, October 27, 2010 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., also at French~ Wyoming Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Ernie's life will take place Thursday, October 28, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Avenue NE. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions be made to The Christopher McCallister Memorial Scholarship, USD School of Law, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA. 92110. Please visit our online guest book for Ernie at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE (505) 823-9400
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ROMINE -- Maria Marcella Dolores Romine was born May 29, 1932 and passed away October 24, 2010, after a lengthy illness. Marcia, as she was called by family and friends, was born in Abo, NM. The family moved to Vaughn, NM when she was 13. Marcia graduated from Vaughn High School and lived in Vaughn until 1968 when she moved to California. She returned to live in Albuquerque in 2007. Marcia loved God and her faith never wavered. She was always willing to help where she could, never expecting anything in return. Family was very important to her. Her love for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandson was abundant and unconditional. Her siblings were her best friends. She was extremely fond and proud of all her nieces and nephews and they all reciprocated that love. Marcia was the family historian. She had a keen sense of recollection and would regale the family with stories of ancestors and life as a child in Abo. She loved music and dancing. She had a quick wit and could always think of a clever prank to play on her kids. Marcia was preceded in death by her parents, Juan Blas and Gregorita Flores; and her son Fabian. She is survived by son Greg Romine; granddaughter Danielle Romine, whom she raised from birth; Danielle's son Eric; and grandchildren, Fabian, Gabriel, and Alicia Romine; Other survivors include sisters, Ramona Mata and husband Bill, Helen Flores, Margaret Storey and husband Gilbert, Sally Chavez and husband Dennis, Connie Griego and husband Nick, Kathy Silva and husband Roman; brother Manuel Flores and Ethel Griego; and 19 nieces and nephews and their families. A Remembrance of Life service will be held at Joshua's Vineyard, 7773 Zuni SE, the northwest corner of Zuni and Dallas on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited at Riverside Funeral Home on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary's Church in Vaughn, NM on Friday, October 29, 2010 at 12:00 p.m., with interment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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SANCHEZ -- Oralia Sanchez was born May 15, 1927 in Albuquerque, NM. She passed away Monday, October 25, 2010. Oralia was preceded in death by her daughters, Frances and Mary Helen; and by her grandson, Brian. She is survived by her sons, Raymond and Michael Sanchez; two daughters, Suzanne Sanchez and Dorothy Romero; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one expected great-grandchild; as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW, on Thursday, October 28, 2010. A Rosary will be recited at 8:15 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Private family interment will take place at a later date. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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TEDFORD -- Edna 10/27/1954-2/7/2008 Mom, Another birthday has come without you, we are told time heals all wounds, so why does it hurt today just as bad as it did when we lost you? Not a day goes by that we don't think and hurt for you! We love and miss you so much mom! Until we meet again. Love, your children / grandchildren and the entire Tedford family "Happy birthday Grandma Edna" Love Baby Stevie
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WINCHELL -- Andrew Ellis Winchell, 31, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2010 in Albuquerque, New Mexico following a lengthy illness. His family and friends will greatly miss him. We wish to express our gratitude to Hospice for their loving and caring assistance. He is survived by his parents, Bruce and Neenah Winchell; and his brother, Mark Winchell. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., at Desert Springs Church, 705 Osuna Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the donor's favorite charity in Andrew's name. Please visit our online guestbook for Andrew at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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