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KULA -- Lt. Col. Loren W. Kula, USAF Retired, passed away on September 16, 2010. He was born on September 23, 1932 in Oxford Junction, Iowa to Louis and Florence (Yale) Kula and graduated from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa. He married Betty Golden in 1957, and they enjoyed a happy marriage for forty-four years until her death in 2001. A long-time resident of Albuquerque, he entered the Air Force as an aviation cadet in 1953 and retired in 1973. He flew reconnaissance, strategic, and tactical air missions in the United States and internationally, and combat missions in Vietnam. His many medals and commendations reflect his outstanding performance as a pilot and officer. Upon retiring from the military, he was a corporate pilot for Muller Construction and Rust Tractors. He also flew for the Air Ambulance service. He was an enthusiastic member of two barbershop singing groups: the New Mexichords and Duke City Technical Chorus. Loren is survived by his children, Mary Lea (married to Roy Lea) of Arizona, Connie Nowak of Ohio, Greg Kula of Albuquerque, and Lori Mehl (married to Ian Mehl) of Albuquerque; He is also survived by ten grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. His wife Betty; son Steve; and great-grandson Alex predeceased him. A funeral mass will be held at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE, at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, September 21, 2010. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Wyoming on Monday, September 20, 2010 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org. He was a loving husband, father and friend, and he will be greatly missed. Please visit our online guestbook for Loren at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Mon September 20, 2010

KYLE -- Willa Dene Kyle was born June 27, 1926, in Detroit, Michigan. She departed this life to be with her Lord on September 17, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Ross, to whom she was married 64 years; She is also survived by two daughters, Rhonda Lovato (Dr. Richard G. Lovato), Albuquerque, New Mexico and Beverly K. Higgason (Max E. Higgason), Corbin, Kentucky; three grandchildren, Kyle E. Higgason and wife Caroll, Cincinnati, Ohio, Erika Lovato, Denver, Colorado, Michael R. Higgason, Corbin Kentucky; She was the proud great-grandmother of great-grandchildren, Abby, Jackson, Caroline and Weston. She was a life long member of the Methodist Church, where she played the violin and sang. She also served her country during WWII by being a riveter and welder in the shipyards in Evansville, Indiana and Chicago, Illinois. She will be missed by all, her love for her family will be enduring. Services will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 12:00 p.m., with visitation from 11:00 a.m., to service time, at French ~ Wyoming Chapel. Pallbearers are Michael Higgason, Kyle Higgason, Maxie Higgason, Carlos Gallegos, Larry Gutierrez and Randy Lovato; Honorary Pallbearers are the Goodwill Fellowship class at Grace on the Hill United Methodist Church. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Willa at: www.RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Mon September 20, 2010

LUCERO -- Julian H. Lucero Three year anniversary - It's hard to believe another year has gone by without you. Three years but you are still here with us everyday. We feel you and sense you. We all miss you and love you with all our hearts. Mom (Berna Lucero) and all your family.
        Published on: Mon September 20, 2010

MONTOYA -- Sinforosa. The family of Sinforosa Montoya 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
        Published on: Mon September 20, 2010

ROONEY -- Patrick Joseph Rooney, 82, born of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died September 17, 2010, at St. John's Rehabilitation Facility in Albuquerque, with his daughters Anne and Sheila, and his long time friend and former wife, Mara Rooney at his side, after battling a long illness. Patrick, the oldest of five children, was born November 24, 1927, to John and Elizabeth Rooney at Kiltyclogher, County Leitrim, Ireland. He immigrated to the United States in 1948 and joined the US Army in September 1950, where he served his chosen country with distinction during the Korean Conflict. He moved to Albuquerque in 1953. He worked for many years for the Public Service Company of New Mexico, as well as at Kirtland Air Force Base. He is survived by a sister, Margaret O'Hara, of Melbourne, Australia, a brother, Francis Rooney, of Yonkers, New York, preceded in death by his youngest son Pvt. Shawn Joseph Rooney, US Army serving in Desert Storm. He is also survived by his oldest son, Patrick Francis Rooney, of Broomfield, Colorado; daughters: Anne White and husband William, Sheila Rooney, and son, Michael R. Rooney (Micky), all of Albuquerque; and seven grandchildren. He enjoyed participating in Veterans of Foreign War as well as American Legion Activities, and was an avid hiker in the Sandia foothills. In lieu of flowers, his family requests that donations be made to the St. Johns Rehabilitation Center, or the St. Vincent De Paul Society. There will be a Rosary at 9:30 a.m., with the Mass of the Resurrection following at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 21, 2010, at John XXIII Catholic Church, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr NE in Albuquerque. There will be a reception to following in the Parish Hall. Private interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Patrick at: RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Mon September 20, 2010

TAPIA -- Augustine G. Tapia , 85, of Albuquerque, beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2010, while surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in New Mexico, Mr. Tapia proudly served his country during WWII , in the 346th infantry company, United States Army. He was preceded in death by his loving wife , Antonia Tapia; and son-in-law Richard Lucero. Augustine is survived by his loving family, children, Tillie Lucero, Charlotte (Raymond) Thomen, Larry(Isabel) Tapia and Leonard (Norma) Tapia; grandchildren, Richard Lucero , Carmelita Lucero, Alicia Tapia, Abran Tapia( Margo Padilla) and Gabriela Tapia; great-grandchildren, Isabel Gurule and Scarlet Tapia; sisters, Eva (Raymond) Casias and Eleanor Barreras. He will be greatly missed by his family and by those whose hearts he touched. Visitation will be held 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, September 21, 2010, at Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary Church, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., on Wednesday , September 22, 2010, also at the church, followed by an internment in Vista Verde Memorial Park , in Rio Rancho.Casket Bearers will be , Ron Gutierrez, Albert Barreras, Richard Lucero, Mark Casias, David Mendoza , and Richard Jojola . Honorary Bearers will be Leo Griego and Bill Manning. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to those who helped care for Mr. Tapia with compassion during his illness, especially Vista Care Hospice and their Staff . Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Augustine's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
        Published on: Mon September 20, 2010

WARRICK -- Ronald Dee Warrick Sr., 74, resident of Rio Rancho, passed away Friday, September 17, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Ellen Warrick; daughters, Meloney Sanchez and husband, Juan, Felicia Davis and husband, Mike, and Paula Corral and husband, Manuel; sons, Ronald "Randy" Warrick Jr. and partner, Chris, and Shawn Warrick and fiance, Annmarie Crispen; grandchildren, Cecilia Velarde and husband, Joe, April Maestas and husband, Mario, Manuel Corral Jr. and fiance, Danielle, Kevin Diegel, Christopher Warrick, and Marisa Davis; and great-grandchildren, Anna Marie, Selena, Jose, Alissa, Arianna, and Mario. He was preceded in death by grandson, Juan DeJesus Sanchez Jr.; A.D. and Grace Warrick; and aunt and uncle, T.W. and Noreen Warrick, Ronald retired from the US Navy. He also retired from the Federal Aviation Administration after 33 years as an air traffic controller, aerodynamic instructor, and computer programmer. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle who will be missed by all. Ronald could not resist a joke good or bad. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 7:00 p.m., at French - Westside Chapel. Friends may visit one hour prior to rosary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, September 23, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at Church of the Incarnation, 2309 Monterrey Rd. NE, Rio Rancho. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Church of the Incarnation, C.C. Building Fund, 2309 Monterrey Road, NE 87144. Please visit the online guest book for Ronald at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505)897-0300
        Published on: Mon September 20, 2010

ALL RUNNER -- Phoebe F. All Runner, resident of Albuquerque for over 50 years, and a member of Choctaw Tribe of Oklahoma, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, September 19, 2010. Phoebe was born on March 13, 1917 to George and Otis M. Fisher in Stigler, OK. She is survived by her son Cedric All Runner Jr.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Phoebe was preceded in death by her husband, Cedric All Runner, Sr., in 1984; sisters, Judy Fisher, Norma Ruth Bacon, and Susie Jane Morris; and brothers, Israel Fisher, David James Fisher, Job Fisher, and Robert Noah Fisher. Phoebe served her country during WWII as a member of the Woman's Army Corps. Following her Army service she became a Dorm Matron for the Bureau of Indian Affairs Schools at Ft. Defiance, AZ and then retired from the Albuquerque Indian School. She was a member of North American Indian Women's Association and WAC Veterans Unit 60. Phoebe was also a proud member of the Carlisle Community Baptist Church for many years. Friends may visit French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life will take place at Carlisle Community Baptist Church 1124 Hermosa Dr. SE 87108 at 10:00a.m., on Wednesday, September 22, 2010. Phoebe will be laid to rest at the family plot at Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in McAlester, OK. Please visit our online guestbook for Phoebe at: www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Tue September 21, 2010

CHECKLEY -- Michael Anthony Checkley "Michael" was born April 24, 1986 in Albuquerque, NM. He returned to our Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 19, 2010. Michael is survived by his father, Rudolph "Rudy" C. Checkley and wife, Deborah; mother, Marlene Lindstrand and husband, Lyman; brothers, Rudolph C. "R.C." Checkley, II, Ralph Merrill and wife, Tiffany, and Jordan Walker; sisters, Tijh Kervin and husband, Jon, Stephanie Vancleave, and Jenifer Vancleave; grandmothers, Joyce Thomas and Rose Marie Checkley; aunts, Cindy Gonzalez and Kathleen Gitkin; uncle, Ralph Checkley; stepmother, Therresa Hampton; as well as numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews; dear friend, Nick Fuller; and family friend, Mary Merrill. Michael was a 2005 graduate of Rio Rancho High School where he lettered in swimming. Michael recently received his Realtors License and had started his new career with Coldwell Bankers. Michael was an avid swimmer and a certified lifeguard. He loved being a lifeguard and a swim coach. Michael was loved by all who knew him and had more friends in his 24 years than most people have in a lifetime. Services will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE in Rio Rancho on Thursday, September 23, 2010. A Viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at Paseo del Norte and Wyoming. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, Abq, NM 87107. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Tue September 21, 2010

COLEMAN -- Karen Coleman, age 66, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother was called to her heavenly home by the Lord on September 20, 2010. Karen was born in Boulder, CO on January 8, 1944. A resident of Albuquerque, NM for 46 years, she was a dedicated member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where she was a catechism teacher. She worked as a unit secretary at Kaseman Hospital for 30 years. She was president of the Parent Teacher Association at MacArthur Elementary School and a dedicated Valley Viking fan. Karen was preceded in death by her parents: Charles and Edith Conway. She is survived by her husband of 46 years: Al Coleman; son, Joe Coleman and wife, Cathy of Albuquerque; daughter: Edy Smith and husband, Robert of Port Orange, Florida; son: Jim Coleman of Albuquerque; her precious grandchildren: Tiffany, Caitlyn and Luke Smith; and Shayla, Bo and Trey Colman; sister: Patricia Givens and husband, John of Albuquerque and uncle: Harold Conway; nieces and nephews: Richard Givens (Peggy), Lori Myers (Kip), John Givens (Cristina), and Kelli Lemken (Billy) and all those who knew her, loved her and felt like they were best friends with her. Visitation is Thursday from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mass will be Friday at 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by Entombment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit Karen's online guest book at: Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington St. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 884-5777
        Published on: Tue September 21, 2010