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ASHWILL -- Benjamin (Ben, Benji, Benny) In loving memory of Ben Ashwill September 14, 1983 - January 22, 2010 We did not know that morning, God would call your name; In life we loved your dearly, In death we do the same; It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone; Part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You left us wonderful memories, Your love is still our guide: And though we cannot see you, You are always by our side. The family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same; But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again Ben, we miss you immensely. Thanks to so many friends for your kindness and support. Tom, Donna, Brandi, Tamara and the Ashwill family.
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BRANNEN -- Tobiah M. Brannen, 96, passed away on January 13, 2011. She was born on April 2, 1914 in St. Petersburg, Florida. A first generation American, her parents, Esther Tarapani Lovitz and Samuel Lovitz, were immigrants from Lithuania. Tobiah (Tobi) grew up in Tarpon Springs, Florida, where her parents and her uncle and his wife had a clothing store, Tarapani's. Tobi graduated in 1934 from Florida State College for Women (now FSU), with the highest grade point average in history at that school. Next to her family and many relatives, her greatest love and interest was in teaching her many students for over 40 years. For more than 30 years, she taught at Wilson Junior High in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In 1942, working for the FBI in Miami, where she translated letters and other documents from Spanish to English, she met and married Jackson E. Brannen from Littlefield, Texas, who was a B-25 Bombardier/Navigator. They married before his B-25 Bomber Group was sent to China to join General Chenault and the Flying Tigers, where Jack was the lead bombardier. In 1950, they moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico. Tobi is survived by her only child, Jeffrey R. Brannen and his wife Mary Brannen of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and their son Samuel Brannen and his wife Laura Keating of Alexandria, Virginia; She is also survived by her sister Frances Zlotnik of Houston, Texas; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Julius Lovitz. Her family thanks the many persons at Manzano del Sol, friends and caretakers, who took such loving care of her in her final years. Tobi will be buried next to her husband in the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A family reunion and memorial celebration will be held at a later date in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Please direct contributions to your charity of choice as memorials for Tobiah Brannen. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Tobiah's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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BREWSTER -- Anita Catherine Brewster (Allen) was born on September 28, 1962 in Freeport, NY. Anita learned to groom dogs while living in Albuquerque, NM. In 1993 she and her family moved to Loveland, CO. There Anita owned Brewster's Bubbles, a grooming business. In 2008, she returned to Albuquerque, NM where she spent her final days. On January 13, 2011 she joined her mother Jane and father Richard in heaven. She is survived by her son Anthony; daughter Valerie; and their father Todd; by her siblings, Peg, Liz, and Rick; nieces, Jane and Jo, as well as many loving friends. Services will be held in Albuquerque at Salazar and Son's Mortuary at 400 3rd St. SW on Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. The family requests donations to the American Melanoma Foundation in lieu of flowers. Services entrusted to SALAZAR & SONS MORTUARY 400 3RD St SW Albuq, NM
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CATHEY -- Rev. Elnora, 82, In loving memory of our mother, Elnora P. Cathey. Born: November 25, 1928, Tulsa, OK. Died: January 17, 2011, Albuquerque, NM. Survived by sons: Ronald S. Cathey, Regan E. Cathey, Justin K. Cathey; daughter: Karen Cathey Singh; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents: J. Lawrence and Agnes Park; husband: Winston O. Cathey; sister: Gladys Park Bevder; son: Bryan Cass Cathey. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 22, 2011 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Eagles Gate Prophetic Center 3815 Academy Parkway NE.
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CHAVEZ -- Sara Baca Chavez, 92, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband Lorenzo A. Chavez. She is survived by her sons, Lawrence A. Chavez, Martin J. Chavez, Philip D. Chavez; and her grandchildren, Loedesta Chavez Silva, Sara Chavez, Michael Chavez, Christina Chavez, Martinique Chavez, Ezequiel Chavez; and great-grandchildren, Taylor Silva and Darian Silva. Born in Quemado, Sara Chavez was a graduate of the University of New Mexico and worked at the Smithsonian Institute, the Brazilian Embassy and the Foreign Broadcast Intelligence Service during World War II in Washington, D.C. A devoted wife and mother, she was a substitute teacher in the Albuquerque Public Schools well into her 80's. Mass will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetary, 7500 Paseo Del Norte, N.E., at 9:00 a.m., on Saturday, January 22, 2011.
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D'ANGELO -- Charles "Nick" D'Angelo, 53, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on January 17, 2011. Services under the care of SALAZAR & SONS MORTUARY 400 3RD ST. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102
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EKOFO -- Sokombe L. Ekofo, 66, resident of Albuquerque, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away surrounded by his family on January 16, 2011. Ekofo was born on November 10, 1944 in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He began his studies in a Catholic Mission of Bokote where he excelled in every subject. The Catholic nuns who taught him knew he had a great gift. In the native African language he was thought of as a genius. Because of his great mind he was on track to become a priest and sent to seminary. He left the priesthood and attended the University of Kinshasa also known as Luvanium. From the European Union he received a scholarship to study in Parma, Italy. He spent five years in Italy before returning to his country and working for the government in many leadership capacities. After several years he received another scholarship from USAID to come to the United States to work on his PhD. in Economics at the University of New Mexico. After completing his masters in economics and achieving a Ph.D. "ABD" status he returned to his country for two years and worked as the chief scientific researcher and university professor. He returned to New Mexico and worked as professor of Economics at Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) and was later able to bring five of his 15 children to the U.S to live. Truly a citizen of the world, he spoke several languages including Latin, Greek, French, Italian, English and many African languages. He is survived by children and grandchildren of different nationalities residing in Belgium, Democratic Republic of Congo, Spain, South Africa, and America. His children are Angela Ekofo, Isabelle Ekofo, Yves Ekofo, Sonia Ekofo, Yvonne Ekofo, Patrick Ekofo, Virginie Ekofo, Emmanuel Ekofo, Huguette Ekofo, Reize Ekofo, Maurice Ekofo, Eric Ekofo, Joseph Ekofo, Delphia Wilson and husband Brent, and Rachelle Ekofo; He is also survived by his loving wife Daphne; the mother of his children, Marie-Josee Ekofo; and 23 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Ekofo Benkenya and Bombula Marie and his loving sisters Albertine Nkoso and Monitrice Lokoku. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., on Friday January 21, 2011 at Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church 11401 Indian School Rd NE with viewing to begin at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Shrine of St. Bernadette on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., with burial following at Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery (the corner of Wyoming and Paseo del Norte). Please visit our online guestbook for Sokombe at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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ELLIOTT -- Adela K. Elliott, age 92, was born August 14, 1918 in Bell County, Texas. She moved to Albuquerque in 1948. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank Elliott. She is survived by her daughters, Charlotte Elliott and Cathy Elliott and husband Greg Wolfington of Albuquerque and Barbara Fischer and husband John of Montgomery, Alabama; She is also survived by seven grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was an active member of Beta Sigma Phi, Campfire Girls and a charter member of the Meadowlark Senior Center. She was an avid bowler. She enjoyed living at the Beehive Adult Community. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 22 at 10:00 a.m., at the Beehive Adult Community at 6000 Whiteman Dr. NW on the corner of Montano and Whiteman. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Ambercare Hospice, 2129 Osuna Road N.E., Albuquerque, NM, 87113 in her name.
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FANT -- Grace Fant went to be with the Lord on January 18, 2011. She was born on September 16, 1940 in Albuquerque, NM to Richard and Juanita Carley. She was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Carley and step-son, Wade Fant. She is survived by her husband, Charles Fant; sister, Emily Bygel and husband, John; brother, Richard Carley and wife, Jan of Henderson, NV; nieces, Cindy Sandoval and husband, Gary, Nicole Lujano and husband, Eddie, and Kyla Anderson and husband, Ron; and nephews, David Bygel and wife, Kay from Durango, CO, and Wesley Bygel and wife, Andrea from Lubbock, TX. Memorial services will be held Monday, January 24, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., at Temple Baptist Church, 1613 Arizona NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Temple Baptist Academy. 1613 Arizona, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Grace at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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FINLEY -- Melvin (Mel) Finley, age 61, passed away on January 11, 2011, in San Diego, CA. He is survived by his brother, Michael Finley and his wife, Helen, of Bernalillo; and several nieces and nephews. He graduated from Del Norte High School in 1968. Mel was a very witty, talented and creative person. His greatest passions were his artwork and music. Mel will be deeply missed.
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FISHER -- Jerold Douglas Fisher, 83 of Albuquerque, NM passed away Saturday, January 15, 2011 in Albuquerque at his home surrounded by family. He was born on March 6, 1927 in Portales, NM. He married his wife Joyce Lee Fisher on October 31, 1948 in Lovington NM.He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Nelly Fisher; his grandson Jeremy Brown; and his brothers, Claude Fisher and Dean Fisher. He is survived by his wife Joyce Fisher of Albuquerque, NM; his son Burton Fisher of Albuquerque, NM; his daughter Donita and her husband Larry Brown of Moriarty, NM; his eight grandchildren: Burton Jr and his wife Angelique Fisher of Albuquerque, NM, Dineke and her husband Daniel Tarin of Edgewood, NM, Brenda and her husband Michael Vaccaro of Albuquerque, NM, Trisha and her husband Gerardo Michel of Moriarty, NM, Brandie and her husband Christopher Belden Sr. of Whitehall, NY, Amanda and her husband Joshua Logue of Tijeras, NM, Trampas Brown of Moriaty, NM, Sara Ausbun of Albuquerque, NM; and his 11 great-grandchildren; his brothers, Billy Fisher of Rio Rancho NM and Tommy and his wife Donita Fisher of Alamogordo, NM; and his sisters, Dora Fisher of Albuquerque, NM and Juanell Thompson of Paragould, AR; As well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services will be held at the Church of Christ on University and Gold, Saturday at 10:00 a.m., with burial following at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers are Burton Fisher Jr, Trampas Brown, Daniel Tarin, Gerardo Michel, Joshua Logue, and Michael Vaccaro. Share your condolences, sympathies and memories with the family at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Jerold's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188
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GOODE -- Josephine Pilar Goode, born July 6, 1932 in Las Vegas, NM, passed away in Albuquerque, NM on Wednesday, January 19, 2011. Josephine loved to be with her family who were her pride and joy. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Betty T Villa. Josephine is survived by her five children, Larry Trujillo and wife, Laurie, Richard Bolton and fiance, Betty Robison, Andrew Goode, and Donald Goode; grandchildren, Stephanie, Gilbert, Maria, April, Nicole, Justin, and Josephina; great - grandchildren, Alicia, Jacob, Jr., Alicia, and Gilbert Jr.; two sisters, Agnes and Cecilia; one brother, Bob; as well as other family and friends who loved and will miss her. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of Mt. Calvary Cemetery on Monday, January 24, 2011 at 9:00 a.m., with burial immediately following. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, Abq, NM 87107. 505-343-8008.
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KITCHENS -- Marvin L. Kitchens, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, went to Heaven on January 17, 2011. He was born on January 6, 1928 in McAllister Oklahoma to George Washington Kitchens and Lily May Smith. He was preceded in death by his wife Frances on January 1, 2007. He also joined his grandson, Justin Kitchens in Heaven as well. He is survived by his sons, Steve Kitchens of Bosque Farms and Keith Kitchens of Albuquerque. Marvin also leaves behind a grandson, Carl Thoma of Encino, California; and a great-grandson Avren Lee of Ladonia, Texas. During his life, Marvin enjoyed hunting and fishing in New Mexico, was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Albuquerque and was a member of Hoffmantown Church for over fifty years. Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Thursday, January 20, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., at French - Lomas Chapel. Funeral services will follow on Friday, January 21 at 2:00 p.m. He will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park next to his wife, Frances. Please visit our online guestbook for Marvin at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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KLINGER-GOMEZ -- Santiago Klinger-Gomez age 82, husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2011. Santiago was a parishioner at Holy Ghost Parish in Albuquerque. He worked for High Finance Restaurant for 22 years and was retired from The Panama Canal Commission.Santiago's family was his world, he worked very hard and encouraged his children to do well in school and excel. His greatest dream was to live to see that his three children graduate from College. His children fulfilled that dream and all graduated from Panama University. He wanted his children to be able to do things he couldn't. He was always there for his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Sergio Klinger and Remigia (Gomez) Klinger; one brother, Erasmo Gomez. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Maria Klinger; two daughters, Xenia M. Klinger-Gomez, Rosa D. Klinger-Iglesias, both of Albuquerque, NM ; two sons, Santiago Klinger-Gomez, of Albuquerque, NM, Clifford Klinger and wife Domitila, of Panama; grandchildren, Oscar M. Iglesias, Jr., of Daytona Beach, FL, Isaias S. Iglesias, of Albuquerque; four sisters, Margarita Klinger, Beatriz Klinger, Julieta Klinger, Evita Gomez, all of Panama; one brother, Victor Sanchez, of Panama; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins in Panama. A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., on Thursday, January 20, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services Carlisle Chapel, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., on Friday, January 21, 2011 at Holy Ghost Parish; 833 Arizona Ave. SE, with a funeral mass to follow at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, January 22, 2011 also at Holy Ghost Parish.
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KNACK -- Mary Pauline Knack, age 71, passed away peacefully at home with her family on January 19, 2011. She is survived by her two sons Kenneth and Robert; and granddaughter Rebecca. Memorial Service will be Monday, January 24, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at French Lomas Chapel. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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KUBAT -- Beatrice Kubat passed away early in the morning of January 18, 2011. She was born May 10, 1922 to John Linhart and Catherine Rejlek Linhart in Union Pier Michigan. She was the youngest of their three children. She was an infant when she moved with her mother and brothers from Michigan to Chicago, Illinois. She told many stories about growing up poor on the south side of Chicago and how her brothers Jim and Raymond (especially Jim) looked out for her. After she graduated from high school, she went to work as an executive secretary to Heinz Deiterich at Hub Plating Works in Chicago. Her memories of Heinz are enduringly fond. She married Frank Kubat on May 16, 1942 and when he was drafted into the Army in October of 1942, she visited him at Camp McCoy near Sparta, Wisconsin until he was deployed overseas. After Frank returned from the war, they lived and worked in the Chicago area until the mid-1950s when they became determined to explore new opportunities elsewhere. In their drive across the west, they visited Albuquerque where they fell in love with the city, the mountains, and the weather. In 1955, she and Frank moved to Albuquerque where she worked as an executive secretary (for the Albuquerque Theaters and Gould Hypnotherapy), and bookkeeper (for Hatchell Brothers Construction and then Kay's Dinette). Her family and friends will remember her for her independent spirit and strength of will. She was preceded in death by Frank, her husband of nearly 59 years; and her brothers James and Raymond. She is survived by her two daughters, Kimberly Martin (husband Joe) and Karen Fitzpatrick (partner Mark Guerin); her grandson, Shane Fitzpatrick; her sister-in-law Dorothy Linhart; a special niece, Francine Linhart; and many other much-loved nieces and nephews. Her family wishes to thank the staff of the Kingston Residence Memory Care Unit in Santa Fe, Dr. Kristen Parke, and Dr. Toni Camp for their dedicated care of Beatrice, and the personnel of Ambercare Hospice for their special help. Internment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, January 24, 2011 at 10:30 a.m., immediately followed by a friends and family memorial gathering at the Martin residence. Those that wish to honor the memory of Beatrice Kubat are encouraged to make a donation to the charity of their choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
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MAYFIELD -- Dorothy Cypert Mayfield passed away on Monday, January 17, 2011 to be with her beloved Husband, Carl. She leaves behind two sons, Tom and Jerry; and her granddaughter, Jodi. Dorothy was an exceptional wife, hardworking bookkeeper and a very loving mother. "The Kingdom of God is within You... God bless one and all." There are no services planned. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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NELSON -- Jonah Michael Nelson, age 8, peacefully went to be with his Lord on January 13, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born to Joshua and Angel Nelson on July 15, 2002. Jonah is survived by his parents, Joshua and Angel; and his two brothers, Ethan and Tristan. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2011, 10:30 a.m., at New Life Baptist Church, 6900 Los Volcanes NW, 87121. Please visit our online guest book for Jonah at: RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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OLGUIN -- Gladys Grace Olguin, 88, went to be with the Lord on January 16, 2011. She was born May 16, 1922 in Des Moines, IA, but was a resident of the Duke City since the mid 1950's. Gladys lived through the Great Depression, inspected ammunition during WWII, retired from Sandia Labs, survived two bouts with cancer and raised two daughters, Lori Olguin and Donna Patin, wife of Joe Patin. Gladys loved attending Copper Pointe Church, and always had a song in her heart. She never met a person she didn't like or couldn't find some good in. She will be deeply missed. Besides her friends; she leaves behind her sister, Ruby Temple and husband Jim; five grandchildren, Nick Camacho and wife Marian, Christina Camacho and husband Nick Wood, Mike Camacho and girlfriend Amanda Moore, Tami Ryan, and Ariana Olguin; She had several great-grandchildren including Dominic, Britain, Ezekiel; and a brand new great-grandson. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 21, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., at Copper Pointe Church, Wyoming/Montgomery NE.
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RAPAPORT -- Louise Eleanor Rapaport, nee Brock, was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on August 9, 1922. Her parents moved to Pasadena, California when she was a year old. She graduated Pasadena City College and the Woodbury Business College and worked with a team upgrading the firepower system of the B-29 bomber at the close of WWII. An adventurous person, in 1947 she acquired a run down Indian trading post 10 miles west of Grants, NM which she and her parents renovated, including adding a restaurant. She became conversant in Navajo and an expert in appraising Indian jewelry and rugs. In 1952 she married Rusty Rapaport, a geological engineer with the Atomic Energy Commission, who later founded the Four Corners Exploration Co. Housing and funds were scarce and they moved to a small trailer without electricity or running water miles from any human habitation in the company of wild horses, deer and elk, bobcats, cougars, quail and rattlesnakes. The company was successful and in stark contrast to the trailer, they rented an apartment overlooking Central Park while Rusty pursued graduate studies at Columbia University. Louise energetically pursued self improvement: spent a month with her art teacher, Irene Bradford, and 3 Grants friends painting in Mexico. She also attended the Instituto at San Miguel de Allende studying Spanish. She was dedicated to public service throughout her life. In Grants she was an active member of the Pilot Club, Beta Sigma Phi, the Womens' Auxiliary of the Institute of Mining and Petroleum Engineers and was in charge of the improvement of the Grants Cemetery. In Albuquerque she belonged to the Petrol Club, the Garden Club, the Tennis Club and spent more than 20 years working two days a week at the Blue Portal in Old Town for the Assistance League. Although they were able to spend extensive time traveling to Europe and Latin America in later years, the views from a dilapidated trailer of Mount Taylor remained fondly engraved in her mind. Louise is survived by her husband, Rusty, three daughters and a son: Janna, an architect in Santa Fe and Lima, Peru; Lisa, a professor at Clemson University, South Carolina; Laurel, Director of Nursing at Vista Taos; Eric, a musician and computer programmer in Las Vegas, Nevada. She is survived by a brother, Clarence in San Dimas, California. She has three grandchildren: Marcel, Joaquin, and Hannah Claire. Louise was the epitome of the term "a good woman". After life's fitful fever she sleeps well. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 22, 2011, 11:00 a.m., at French - University Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Assistance League of Albuquerque Inc., 529 Chama St. NE, 87108. Please visit the online guestbook for Louise at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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SALAZAR -- Eloy F. Salazar. This day is the one you left all of us very heartbroken! We miss you and love you very much! Your wife Lita, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
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SCOTT -- Irene M. Scott, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, January 9, 2011, at the age of 91. She was the daughter of the late Clifton and Evelyn Reece Crowell. Irene was born June 20, 1919, in Middletown, NY. Mrs. Scott is survived by Gardner Scott, her husband of 67 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Gardner Jr.; a brother, Elwood; and sister Edythe. Survivors include sons, Allan and wife Keri, Stanley and wife Jean, Jay and wife Pamela; daughters, Barbara and husband Walter, and Patricia and husband Daniel; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Irene met her husband, Gardner, during WWII, when they both served in the Navy. She belonged to the Roadrunner #4 Waves Unit in Albuquerque. Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., at the Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church. Interment will take place at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church, 1004 24th St., Rio Rancho, NM 87124, or to the Lung Association of New Mexico, 5911 Jefferson Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Please visit our online guest book for Irene at RememberTheirStory.com. Lovingly Pre-Planned at FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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SENTENO -- David Paul Senteno, Sr., age 34, beloved daddy, brother, grandson, and friend, completed his journey here on earth and entered into Eternal Life with the Lord, Saturday, January 15, 2011. Visitations will be Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the Cuba Baptist Church, followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. David'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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TILLETT -- Doris Lynn Tillett of Albuquerque passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2011. She is survived by her daughter, Ethel Lynn of Albuquerque; her grandson, Alec and his wife, Tana of Albuquerque; two sisters, Helen of Albuquerque and Ona of Lansing, Kansas. Doris was a past state president and lifetime member of ESA, Gamma Delta Chapter, for 56 years. She was an active member of Monte Vista Christian Church for over 20 years. Doris was an Administrative Assistant at Olhert Tractor and Equipment Co. in Salina, Kansas before working at AGP for 26 years in Albuquerque. A funeral service will be held at Monte Vista Christian Church on Friday, January 21, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in Salina, Kansas on Monday, January 24, 2011. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to your favorite charity. Please visit our online guestbook for Doris at RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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TRUJILLO -- Dr. Ronald J. Trujillo, 58, of Albuquerque, passed away on January 15, 2011 from complications of pneumonia. He was a caring and wonderful husband who will be missed dearly by his wife and children. He was a beloved father who loved gardening, playing cards, telling stories, teaching life lessons to his son and daughters, and singing to his children and grandchildren. He loved having adventures with his children and grandchildren, always a patient listener, accepting, and kind-spoken. He also was a caring brother who gently gave advice and unconditional love to his three sisters. He was a gifted athlete who played baseball, football and basketball in high school. Lastly he was a well-known, beloved pediatrician who loved children and showed warmth and kindness to his patients and their families. He graduated from Los Alamos HS in 1970 and earned his medical degree in 1983 from UNM. He was preceded in death by his father, Seferino Trujillo of Los Alamos. His is survived by his mother Geneva Trujillo of Los Alamos; wife of 19 years, Tama Trujillo, of Albuquerque; son and daughters: Ryan Trujillo, Christina Trujillo and Amanda Trujillo all of Albuquerque; grandchildren: Taylor, Angelise, Hannah, Noah, Alyssa, Darian, Kaben, Jada and Morgan; sisters: Lois Davis of Los Angeles, Joyce and husband Doug Langston of Salt Lake City, and Jeanette and husband Chip (James H.) Lilienthal of Santa Fe; and many other relatives, friends and colleagues. His family would like him to be remembered as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, kind and generous man, and a cherished brother and friend. A memorial service and celebration of Ron's life will be at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at the Center for Spiritual Living, 2801 Louisiana Blvd., NE in Albuquerque followed by a reception. Please visit Ronald's online guestbook at: www.Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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VARGAS -- Heron H. Vargas. Two years ago you were called to Heaven. On that day, a void opened in our hearts and in our lives. We will always be comforted knowing that you are in a better place, our Angel looking over us. We miss your Love, your Wisdom and your Smile. Forever in our Hearts, Thoughts and Prayers. Rest In Peace husband, dad, grandpa and great-grandpa. We Love You, Tu Familia
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