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BACA -- Marie Louise Baca, 53, a long time resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, December 23rd, 2010. She is survived by her spouse, Leo Baca; her sons Bryan, Robert and Steven Baca; her mother Nimpha Garcia; her sisters, Leonie San Miguel and husband Juan; Cecilia Munk and husband Michael; her brothers Joseph Garcia, Arthur Garcia and wife Mila, Frank Garcia and wife Maricela, and J. D. Garcia and wife Brikena. Mrs. Baca was preceded in death by her father, Art Garcia. Mrs. Baca was an active member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Westside Chapel on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at 5:00 p.m., until time of Rosary at 5:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Rd. NW on Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul, NE. Pallbearers will be Dan Baca, Ted Baca, Andrew DiCamillo, Arthur Garcia, Frank Garcia, J. D. Garcia, Joseph Garcia and David Sais. Honorary Pallbearers will be Martin Chavira, J. J. Herbert, Michael Munk, Lloyd Sais, Juan San Miguel, Bob Sterkel, and Dennis Storey. Please visit our online guest book for Marie at RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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BANDY -- Lorraine Irene Bandy, 60, passed on peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 22, 2010 with family by her side after a long and valiant fight with breast cancer. Lorraine, a resident of Rio Rancho, was born in September of 1950 in eastern Oregon. She and her family relocated to Santa Fe, NM where she graduated from Santa Fe High School and also met her first husband and father of her children, Ray Bandy. They were married in 1969 and called Santa Fe their home until 1978 when they relocated to Albuquerque. In later years, she returned to Oregon to be with her family but ultimately joined her sons and grandchildren back in N.M. Lorraine was a devoted mother and grandmother who was full of love for all children. She was caregiver for many children, both her own and those she considered to be her own, during her tragically short 60 years of life. She will always be remembered by these numerous children, many grown with kids of their own, as "Mom", "Grandma Lorraine", "Grandma Rainie", "Miss Rainie" among a host of other loving titles. She will also be remembered as the gentle, kind, soft-spoken and eternally smiling woman who worked with the public in both the banking and retail sales industries in New Mexico and Oregon. She leaves behind her son, Louis, his wife Rachel and their children, Louis Jr., Rayna, Autumn, and Julianna; son, James, his wife Tricia and their children James Jr. (J.J.) and Brooke; older brother, Ray Davis and his wife Linda, all residents of Rio Rancho; older sister, Sheryl Taylor and husband Bill of Hillsboro, OR; younger brother, Jessie Davis and wife Kathy of Kaufman, TX; many nieces, nephews and numerous other loving family and friends. Her life will be celebrated at Montgomery Blvd. Church of Christ, 7201 Montgomery Blvd. NE at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, December 28, 2010. In lieu of flowers, Lorraine wished that we all continually support cancer research within our community by donating to the NM Cancer Care Alliance at http://www.nmcca.org/about/donate.htm. We love and miss you and will see you again one day.
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BOURGUET -- Julia O. Bourguet, born in Cliff, NM in 1925, went home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on December 22, 2010. Julia moved to Albuquerque in 1946 and in 1949 married Jeff J. Bourguet, Sr., her husband of 62 years. Julia is survived by her husband, Jeff J. Bourguet, Sr.; her daughter, Judith Spear and husband Jerry; sons, Alfred J. Bourguet, Jake Bourguet and wife Daiana; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Julia was preceded in death by her children, Jeff J. Bourguet, Jr., Gerald L. Bourguet, Janelle Marie Bourguet. Julia always thanked the Lord for the countless blessings bestowed upon her marriage and family. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters Association and served as a volunteer for New Mexico Blood Services for over twenty years. A Rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 27, 2010 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105, with a Mass of Resurrection following on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at 9:00 a.m., at the same location. Interment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery will follow the Mass. Pallbearers will be Jack Placencio, Albert Placencio, Fred Griego, Josh Abrams, T.J. Jio, and Scott Downing. Honorary Pallbearers will be David Quezada, Gerald P. Bourguet, Art Madrid, Alfred E. Bourguet, Joe Martinez and Jerry Spear. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sara Road Chapel 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920
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BROWN -- Dr. Natividad Macaranas Brown Educator was born on December 20, 1924 in Malasiqui, Pangasinan, Philippines and went to be with Jesus in Glory on December 24, 2010. She leaves behind her husband, Charles E. Brown; a daughter Carey Allen Kiekel; a son-in-law Paul Kiekell two grandsons who were a great joy to her - Ben Kiekel, 23, (fiancee Kristen Wargo) and Steven Kiekel, 22; five stepchildren including Mary Brown Pawlyshyn of Portales, NM; sister-in-law and dear friend Janie Allen Cooper; two sisters , and several nieces and nephews including her nephew as well as close friend, Joe Macaranas of the Philippines. She was predeceased by her first husband, Neil Carey Allen, who served as a navigator in the Army Air Corps during the Korean War, and her second husband, Dr. Dayle Sittler, a popular Physics professor at ENMU during the 1970's. Dr. Macaranas obtained her doctorate in Psychology from Stanford University. She received two Fulbright scholarships and a full scholarship from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) for which she was immensely grateful. She taught Psychology at Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) from 1965-1993, achieved full professorship and became Chairman of the Psychology Department. She retired as Distinguished Faculty Emeritus and received numerous awards for teaching, including The President's Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching (1982) and being inducted into the ENMU Hall of Honor. Known for her workshops, which enabled teachers and returning students to obtain continuing education credits on weekends and breaks, she was nicknamed "Workshop Allen" by her colleagues. She was the author of a number of publications, including award-winning poems and four books. Using her talents as a marvelous cook and hostess, she helped to raise funds for the AAUW scholarship program by organizing Philippine dinners. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Psychology Honor Society (Psi Chi) Scholarship which Dr. Macaranas set up upon her retirement to the ENMU Foundation, designated to Dr. Natividad Macaranas Psi Chi Scholarship Endowment. The address is ENMU Station 8, 1500 S. Ave. K, Portales, NM 88130. Private burial is planned in the Portales Cemetery. The family would like to invite everyone to a memorial celebration of Natividad Macaranas Brown's life on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., at the Council of Professors Emeriti (COPE) building, 1700 S. Avenue I, Portales, NM. Please come and go as you like. Information: Carey Allen Kiekel 575-791-9548. Arrangements by Wheeler Mortuary of Portales, Inc., 505-356-4455
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C DE BACA -- Marie C. C de Baca In memory of my mom Marie. Last Christmas I held my mama's hand and wrote out as many Christmas cards as I had addresses for on behalf of my mom, knowing this would be her last on the earth. Mom loved sending and receiving Christmas cards from family and friends. My mama had been diagnosed with dementia and in the five years she lived in WA to be near me and her young grandchildren, she had become my child too. It was a special time in both of our lives. This Christmas season in memory of my mom I want to wish each of my mom's family members and my mom's friends to remember the happy memories they shared with my mom. I thank everyone who came to my mama's services last year. My mama made me promise to return her to her New Mexico and we landed last New Year's day on a commercial airliner with her casket to be met by a beautiful New Mexico sunset to greet my mama home! On behalf of my family and my mom may God's blessing be upon each of you in the New Year. I miss you so much mom. Tears are prayers when one can not speak and I have shed many for you. Thank you mom for allowing me to be with you when you took the Lord's hand to go home, on December 27, 2009. Love, Pam
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COFFEY -- Charles Thornton Coffey, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, died Wednesday, December 22, 2010. He is survived by his five children, Jana Bauer of Albuquerque, Julie Wray and husband, Dr. Stephen Wray of Albuquerque, Kristi Jenkins and husband, Will of Denver, CO, Kenneth Coffey of Las Vegas, NM and Sean Coffey and wife, Tracy of Eugene, OR; five grandchildren, Vince Coffey, Devon Aragon, Ryan Bauer, Jordan Wray, and Michael Coffey; sister, Shirley Gates of Salem, OR; and other relatives and friends. Chuck was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Coffey; and son, Vincent Coffey. He was born on January 31, 1929 in Salem, Oregon and graduated from Sacred Heart High School. Charles then went into the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He met and married Doris Etzel in Salem, OR and they moved to Albuquerque in 1978. Chuck worked in the lumber industry in several states and retired from Willamette Industries in 1992. He was a member of Mustangs of America and owned several award winning Mustangs. Charles was a loving father, grandfather, and brother and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A Rosary will be recited at Virgil T. Golden Funeral Service in Salem, OR on Tuesday, December 28, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Salem, OR on Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Barbara's Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Chuck at: www. RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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COLE -- Charlotte Cleaves Cole, age 88, died Tuesday, December 7, 2010. She was born in Montclair, NJ and graduated from Montclair Secretarial School and worked as a secretary in New Jersey and for the Selective Service System during WWII. She and Hubert Cole were married in 1947 and came to New Mexico in 1950 for him to work at Sandia Corp. They recently celebrated their 63rd anniversary. Charlotte worked as a secretary for the Albuquerque YMCA, was a PTA President and served on the PTA State Board. She sang with the Sweet Adelines and was a member of the Duke City Duchesses Red Hat Group, and Bagel Buddies. She was a charter member of Sombra Del Monte Christian Church and served as Elder, President of Christian Women's Fellowship, and sang in the choir. Charlotte is survived by her daughter, Barbara Strongin and husband, Tim; and grandchildren Matt and wife, Kyle, Eric and Emily. She is also survived by her son, Doug Cole and wife, Gail and grandchildren Tanya, Lindsay and husband, Brian Wiley, and Travis. She is also survived by her sisters, Barbara Hegge and family, Susan Varnell and family, David and Bill Hegge and family, and nephews, Donald, Gerard and David Cleaves and their families. A celebration of her life will be held Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at 2:00 p.m., at Sombra Del Monte Christian Church, 2525 Vermont St. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Charlotte's name to Sombra Del Monte Christian Church or the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Charlotte at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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CROUCH -- Mary E. Crouch (Ernestine) was born in Rosebud, Falls County, Texas on February 24, 1915. She passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2010. She played high school basketball and went to State Championship. A bright student, she skipped a grade and graduated with her brother J.F, in a graduating class of 11 students. She moved to Waco, Texas to go to beauty school and, while living there, met her future husband, CH Crouch Jr. (Holt). They were married on Dec 1, 1941; and celebrated 53 years of marriage before his death in 1994. They moved their family to Albuquerque in 1951. Ernestine was a very active member of First Baptist Church for over 50 years and then Del Norte Baptist. She worked for The Baptist Book Store/Lifeway from 1958 until she retired at age 72. Ernestine was preceded in death by her daughter, Alice Brice. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Wilmarth, Lily Curtis, and foster daughter, Tracy Ahr; son-in-law, Bill Wilmarth; grandchildren Sidney Scott Wilmarth, Joshua Wilmarth, Kelly King, Amy Wilmarth and Matthew Wagner; grandson-in-law Tom King; step-grandchildren Kelly, Kyle and Koby Curtis and their spouses; great grandchildren Joseph and Joshua Wilmarth, Anna King, Maddox Wagner, William Seth Wilmarth, Hannah and Emily Ahr, and Mikka Curtis. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2010, 10:00 a.m., French, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Private interment will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Casa Esperanza, PO Box 40472, ABQ, NM 87196 or Barrett House, 10300 Constitution Ave NE, ABQ 87112. Please visit our online guestbook for Ernestine at RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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DI BENEDETTI -- Frank DiBenedetti, born March 21, 1938 in Dawson, NM, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2010 in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 72. He is preceded in death by his wife, Nathalie. Frank is survived by his son Frank and wife, Pamela, son Gary and wife, Michelle, and son Brian; grandsons, Anthony, Dusty, Colton, Clayton, and Vincent; and granddaughter Kaitlyn; five great-grandsons; sisters, Mary, LaVerne, and Genevieve; as well as other family and friends from the Raton, NM and Colorado Springs, CO area who loved and will miss him. Frank served in the US Marine Corp. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and his grandchildren. Services will be held at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th Street NW on Tuesday, December 28, 2010.A Viewing will be held at 7:30 a.m. A Rosary will be recited at 8:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will take place on Thursday, December 30, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, Abq, NM 87107. 505-343-8008.
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DOOLITTLE -- James Louis Doolittle, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2010, with his loving family by his side. Jim was born on Sept. 15, 1924 in Port Huron, Michigan. He left college to serve in the U.S. Army in Europe during World War II. Returning to college, he earned a Masters Degree in Journalism at the University of Iowa where he met his wife, Helen. He was active in the Knights of Columbus, and with his church. He remained in the Army Reserves and achieved the rank of Cmd. Sgt. Major (E-9). He retired from the University of New Mexico where he was Production Manager at the printing plant. His passion was printing on his antique letterpress. He is survived by his wife, Helen; and by his children, Thomas and wife Lorrie, Paul, Craig, and Mark; grandchildren, Christian, Keckley, Steven, and Sarah; and great-grandchildren Montgomery, Malia and Kainoa; Also surviving him is his brother Fred; and many nieces and nephews. A Rosary at 9:30 a.m., will be followed by a Mass at 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 27, 2010 at Our Lady of the Assumption Church. In lieu of flowers Jim requested that your contributions be sent to Cuidando Los Ninos At Box 12786, Albq. NM 87195
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DUPHORNE -- Marvin Duphorne, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died on December 6, 2010. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2010, 3:00 p.m., at French - University Chapel, with Dr. Wilfred Sawyier officiating. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Enchantment Great Pyrenees Club, P.O. Box 1146, Cedar Crest, NM 87008, the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111 or the Marvin Duphorne Fund at the UNM School of Engineering, ATTN: Pam Heard Knief, Centennial Engineering Center, Room 3086, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001. Please visit the online guestbook for Marvin at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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GALLEGOS -- Leonor D. (Nonie), 79, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior Thursday, December 23, 2010. Leonor was born in Duranes, NM. to Antonio and Gabriela Martinez on December 18, 1931. Leonor was a wonderful homemaker and was a dedicated, wife, mother and grandmother. Leonor is survived by her loving husband Mr. Florencio Gallegos of 60 Years; her sons Michael, Ruben, Joey Gallegos and wife Denise and her daughter Maria Aragon and husband Joe; her sister Helen Wise; and brother Eustacio Martinez; two grand daughters, Panfila and Regina Gallegos; 11 great-grandchildren; one great- great grandson and many other relatives and friends. Leonor is preceded in death by her sister Eva Lucero who passed in August 2010. Leonor will be missed by all who knew and loved her. A Visitation and Rosary will take place at San Jose Catholic Church, 2110 Los Luceros Road NW; Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be also be Celebrated at San Jose Mission de Los Duranes Church; Thursday, December 30, 2010 at 9:00 a.m., with Interment to follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Casket Bearers are, Richard Wise, Joe Jojola, Lawrence Martinez, Lawrence Lucero, Bobby Perea and Joseph Jaramillo. Please share your condolences, sympathies and memories with the family at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Leonor's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover S.W. Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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HACKETT -- Hugh Hackett, age 90 of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Mary Clare of Albuquerque; six sons, Michael David of Albuquerque, Patrick and his wife Anita of El Paso TX, Steve and his wife Anita of Placitas, and Gregory Dean and his wife Liz of Rio Rancho, Tom Faddis of Colorado and David Faddis and his wife Lulu of La Quinta, California; three daughters, Margaret Mary of Hawaii, Mary Ann of Roswell, Kathy of Albuquerque; He was preceded in death by his sons Hugh Jr. and Timothy. Coach Hackett's legacy will be honored with a public visitation at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas, NE on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. followed by a rosary and tribute service at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church on Wednesday morning, December 29, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit the online guestbook for Hugh at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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LOCKWOOD -- Bill J. Lockwood, age 93, passed away Monday morning, December 20, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; two sisters; and step-son. Pop, as he was known by his many friends and family, was an avid motorcross racing fan who for 15 years, traveled all over the United States to watch his three great-grandsons, Keith and Kevin Johnson, and Justin Buckelew race motorcross. Pop also made trips to Maryland to visit his son, Donald and wife, Carolyn Acree and grandchildren. He also kept in touch with niece, Lyn Finneran and nephew, Bo Dark. He will be missed his daughter, Shirley and husband, Bob Johnson; and his five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Pops was a happy man, he thought he had a darn good life and he did. Friends may visit Tuesday, December 28, 2010, 5:00 -7:00 p.m., at French - University Location. Services will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menual Blvd. NE, with entombment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607-1460. Please visit the online guestbook for Bill at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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NICHOLSON -- Harvey E. Nicholson was born on August 9, 1944 and passed away on December 25, 2010. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For information on these services you can contact the family at 298-8282. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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OGILVIE -- Walter R. Ogilvie, 86 year old WWII Veteran, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, December 23, 2010. He is survived by his wife Judy; and his children Norma Tolle and husband Jim, W.R. Ogilvie and wife Jessie, Betty Repka and husband Robert, Daniel Rhea and Vicki Ogilvie, Marie Hall-Beall and husband C.G.; grandchildren Tammy Parker, Bruce Rhoden and wife Alicia, Brett Rhoden and wife Amanda, Heather Gruenenfelder and husband Daniel, Orion Repka, Amber Wise, Caitlin Dufrense, Ashlie and Amber Beall; great-grandchildren Bryce (Malachi) Parker, Tanea Parker, Jonathan Jaramillo, Jayden Jones, Blaze Rhoden, Dayzee Rhoden, Kaysen Rhoden, Kyla Rhoden, Starla, Piper and Rhys Repka and Quentin Repka. Walter loved all of them. Born and raised in Estaincia, NM, Walt volunteered for WWII and he proudly served in the United States Army. After returning home he worked at LANL, ACF, and finally after many years he retired from General Electric. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 49. Funeral services will be December 28, 2010 at 11:00 a.m., at French ~Lomas. Pallbearers will be Daniel, Robert, Bobby, Tanea, Tammy and Vicki. Following the service, Walt will take a ride through the small towns he grew up near and will be buried in Estancia with his mom Myrtle, daddy Walter, brother Leonard and grandson Walt Robert. Friends may visit Monday 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., at French~Lomas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to the Animal Humane Association, 618 Virginia St SE, Albuquerque, 87108 or the Animal Shelter of your choice in Walters Ogilvie's name. Please visit our online guestbook for Walter at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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PINEAU -- Charles Armand Pineau, Sr., 86, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, December 17, 2010, in a local hospital. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 60+ years, Annabel, and is survived by son Charles Pineau Jr. and wife Karen of Las Cruces; son Gary Pineau and partner Max of Albuquerque; and daughter Jeana Brosseau and husband Doug of Albuquerque; brother George Pineau of Green Valley, Arizona; sister Patricia Atkinson of Edgewood, New Mexico; grandson Matthew Pineau; and step-granddaughter Annette Fuschini; as well as numerous dear and loving friends. Services will be held Monday, December 27, 2010, at 2:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park & Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. N.E.
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RAMIREZ -- John (Johnny) Ramirez, age 61, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away on December 23, 2010. Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Patricio and Ventura; brother, Julian, and nephews, Anthony and Lawrence. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Tillie; children, Denise and Mark, wife, Jessica; grandchildren, Arianna, Adrian, Marissa, and Shelyse; brothers, Martin, wife, Virginia, Lorenzo, wife, Phyllis, Patricio, Jessie, wife, Erlinda; sisters, Mercy Portillo, husband, George, and Rosemary Rodarte; sister-in-law, Priscilla Ramirez; and many nieces and nephews. Johnny was a very proud union member of the plumbers and pipefitters local union 412, and a huge Lobo and Los Angeles Dodger fan. He was also proud to be a member of the New Mexico Air National Guard. Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, December 28, 2010, 7:00 p.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW. Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, December 29, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith NE. Please visit the online guestbook for Johnny at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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RIVERA -- Bertha Barela Rivera, resident of Albuquerque for many years, passed away Wednesday evening, December 22, 2010. She was born in Santa Fe, NM on July 7, 1930. Her parents, now deceased, are Lorenzo Barela and Josefa Silva, who had 13 children: five girls and eight boys. Preceding her in death are siblings Socorro Gage, Eluterio Barela, Lorenzo Barela, Raymond Barela, George Barela; and daughter-in-law Karen Dunbar Rivera. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Raul A. Rivera; four children, Maria L. Brandon of Albuquerque, NM, Dr. Louis R. Rivera and wife Julia of Albuquerque, NM, Robert Rivera and wife Ginny of San Antonio. TX and Richard Rivera and partner Brady Lanier of Houston, TX; eight grandchildren, Dr. Louis C. Rivera, Theresa Neely, Angela Rivera, Alexander Rivera and wife Jennifer, Rachel Rivera, Natalie Rivera, Benjamin Rivera, and Dominic Rivera; and three great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Dillon, and Nathaniel; She is also survived by her sisters Margie Martinez and husband Leandro, Mary Ann Martinez, and Dolores Heimerich; and her brothers Cayetano Barela and wife Lydia, Manuel Barela, Diego Barela and wife Carmen, and Antonio Barela and wife Angie. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Bertha attended schools in Santa Fe, and graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1948. She then began working as a stenographer for the Santa Fe Welfare Department. She worked in several positions for the Welfare Department, and was promoted to secretary by the time she retired from the Department in 1955. She married Raul in January 1956 and the couple moved to Espanola, NM where their four children were born. In 1963, Bertha and Raul moved to Albuquerque, where they lived for two years. Then they moved to Santa Fe. There Bertha volunteered for the public schools, primarily at Nava Elementary School. In December 1972, the family moved back to Albuquerque, and have lived there since. Around 1975, Bertha began working as an educational assistant for Albuquerque Public Schools at Sandia High School, John Baker Elementary, Matheson Park Elementary, and others. She retired from APS in April, 1992. Bertha was also a stay-at-home mom for many years. Bertha was a devout Catholic and was a member of Queen of Heaven Church. At Queen of Heaven, she was an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. Bertha was also a member of the Catholic Daughters, the Altar Rosary Society, and Saint Vincent de Paul. She had many interests including reading, crossword puzzles, computer games, bowling, going to casinos, traveling, and watching game shows on television. After retiring, she traveled to many places including Spain, the Canadian Rockies in the Vancouver area, and Hawaii. She also went on several cruises to such locations as Alaska, the Panama Canal, the Caribbean, and the Mexican Riviera. She was a great wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be missed very much by everyone who knew her. A Rosary Memorial Service will be recited on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary ~ University Chapel, 1111 University Boulevard NE. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Queen of Heaven Saint Vincent de Paul Society. Please visit the online guestbook for Bertha at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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SPENSLEY -- Juanita "Nita" Marie Spensley passed away peacefully on December 20, 2010 in her home surrounded by family and her adored kitty "Babe". Born October 23, 1926 in Kansas City Missouri, she was the only child of Hazel and Frank McManis. She was preceded in death by her infant son John Robert Pickrel and her husband and soul mate, Robert "Bob" DeWitt Spensley. Nita joined Bob on what would have been their 47th wedding anniversary. Nita was her husband's medical office manager for over 25 years. In their 32 years together they traveled to many places and worked together building a cabin in the beautiful Conejos Valley in southern Colorado. After her retirement she volunteered at All Faiths Receiving Home nurturing children in need. Nita was an avid reader and loved spending time with her family. Nita is survived by her daughter Tanya Waldeck and husband Dan of Phoenix AZ; grandsons, John and Bryce Lister; great-grandchildren Ethan and Ella Fenstermacher all of Albuquerque NM; daughter Connie Rockelmann and husband Jim of Durango CO; granddaughters, Sarah Rockelmann of Phoenix AZ, and Lisa Rockelmann of Charlotte NC; grandson Paul Rockelmann and wife Ashley of Durango CO, son Greg Pickrel and wife Ann of Glendale AZ; granddaughter Lana Ambrose; and great-grandchildren Alexis and Jameson Ambrose of Peoria AZ; stepdaughter Susan Spensley and husband John Morschauser; stepdaughter Marcia Scutt, and husband Steve; grandsons, Aaron Scutt and wife Jennifer; and great-grandchildren Minah and Chase; grandson Jared Scutt; all of Albuquerque NM, Ryan Scutt and wife Rachel; great-grandchildren, Steven and Colin of Colorado Springs CO; stepson Steven Spensley and wife Mary; grandchildren Erica Spensley and Steven Spensley; stepson David Spensley and wife Linda; granddaughter Lauren all of Albuquerque NM. Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, December 28, 2010, 2:00 p.m., at French Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE with Pastor Randy Walquist officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to All Faiths Receiving Home, 1709 Moon St. NE, Albuquerque NM 87112 or Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix AZ 85014. Please visit our online guestbook for Nita at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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STILLS -- Annis Marie Stills, 93, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, a resident of the Albuquerque area since 1986 passed away in Lenexa, KS on Monday, December 20, 2010. She is survived by sons, Jim Stills and wife Linda of Brawley, CA, Rick Stills and wife Patty of Vacaville, CA; daughters, La Vonne Babcock and husband Ron of Arlington, WA, Carolyn Marcum and husband Dan of Albuquerque, NM; sisters, Gladys Miller of CA, Carlene Dunsmore of OK, Louise Moore and husband Sam of OK, Jo Rudkin and husband Don of KS, Ina Taylor and husband Carl of OK; brothers, Jerry Wall of OK, Kenneth Wall and wife Michelle of NH; 12 grandchildren; 22 great - grandchildren; seven great - great - grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Roue Wall; husband, Earl Stills; son, William Burt Stills; great-granddaughter, Chloe Chenoa Marcum; brothers, Evert, Jake, and Jimmy Wall; sister, Evelyn Rodgers. Annis was a homemaker whose favorite past-times were cooking, sewing, quilting, and gardening. She was a member of the Gospel Light Baptist Church in Rio Rancho for the past 25 years. Pall bearers will be her grandsons. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that contributions be made to your local hospice unit. Viewing and visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 p.m., Monday, December 27, 2010, Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE and Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho, NM. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 28, 2010, Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel. Interment will take place following the services at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sara Road Chapel 4310 Sara Road SE at Meadowlark Lane Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920
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STRATMAN -- Mary Ann Domenici Stratman, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Friday, December 24, 2010. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Stratman; her parents, Cherubino "Choppo" and Alda (Vichi) Domenici and her sister, Karlene Guillon. She is survived by Thelma Domenici, Sister Marianella Domenici S. C., former U. S. Senator Pete and wife Nancy Domenici and Rose Ann and husband Martin Hamberger. She graduated from St. Vincent Academy in 1947. Mary worked in the Albuquerque area for more than 50 years. Upon her retirement, she began her most rewarding career working at St. Mary's School. Her lifetime desire was fulfilled by being daughter, sister, wife and aunt. Being a beloved Aunt was the hallmark of her life as she was "AUNT MARY" to ten nieces and nephews and 17 grand nieces and nephews. The rosary will be held at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper Avenue, NW, at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 28, 2010. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper Avenue, NW, on Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the Scholarship Fund at St. Mary's School. 224 7th Street, NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please visit the online guestbook for Mary at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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TORRES -- Andrew H. Torres, 72, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Friday, December 24, 2010. Mr. Torres is survived by his three children, David Torres and wife, Renay, Lydia Salas and husband, Clifford, and Leandra Lucero and husband, Henry; seven grandchildren, Andrew, Eric, Thomas, Amanda, Nicholas, Jessica, and Melanie; special nephew, A. C. Rodriguez; three sisters, Betty Redman, Helen Miller, and Adelina Torres; three brothers, Joe Torres, Isidoro Torres Jr., and Frank Torres; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mr. Torres was preceded in death by his parents, Isidoro and Eva Torres; and a brother, Domitilio. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. until 3:15 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, December 28, 2010, with a Rosary to be recited at 3:15 p.m. by Gabriella Nieto. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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