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BOULDES -- Charlene Bouldes passed away on January 19, 2011. She was a loving, caring woman who always had time for everyone. She is survived by her two children; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters; and many loving and caring friends. Charlene's energetic spirit will always be a part of our lives. Memorial services are pending and will be announced.
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BRANGLE -- CLETA MAYES KEESEE went to be with the Lord on January 11, 2011. Born September 2, 1928 in Wheeler, TX; daughter of Payton and Osie Keesee. She is survived by sons, Chuck Riley of Pampa, TX, and Dennis Riley and wife Mary; granddaughters: Michelle Baker and husband Chad, Ashley Oglesbee and husband Dustin, Crystal McPherson and husband Bill; as well as grandson Steven Ridley and wife Angela; she leaves eight great-grandchildren: Dustin Hoffman, Marisa and Brended Baker, Marlee David, Hanna, Lella and Lanee McPherson, and Hunter Oglesbee. She will be missed by her nieces, Dixie Buchanan, Louise Fulcher, Sandra Baxter and Karene Elliott; nephew Jessie Weeks; as well as devoted son-in-law Andy Crevenna; and special friend Karen Lam. She was preceded in death by husband Jack Brangle; daughter Darlene Stacy Estes-Crevenna; by sisters, Oneva Larson, Effie Lou Grady, Rosetta Brown; and brothers, Ike and Bobby J. Keess. She attended school at the Little Rock School House in Allison, TX and in Wheeler, TX. Her early years were spent in Pampa, TX where she worked for years at the now historical Snyder Hotel. After several years in CA, she moved to Albuquerque in 1966 where she met and married Jack. Cleta and Jack were very involved with the Moose Lodges in Alb., both serving in numerous offices. For years Cleta served as a Presiding Judge in local and federal elections. Memorial service will be held January 29, 2011, 2:00 p.m., at Riverside church of Christ, 3100 LaOrilla, Alb., NM. Interment will be held Monday, January 31, 2011, 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions will be welcomed at P.A.C.A. (animal rescue), P.O. Box 21280, Alb., NM 87154
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DAVIS -- Ida Belle Hogsett Davis, 77, of Albuquerque, NM, passed on January 21, 2011 at Kaseman In-patient Hospice. Ida Belle was born Nov. 20, 1933 in Magdalena, NM to Joseph Calvin and Clara Ortense Woods Hogsett. Ida Belle was a supportive and loving spouse, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. In addition to being a homemaker, Ida Belle worked as a book-keeper, dental technician, administrative assistant and pastoral counselor. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church Albuquerque and Past Matron of Adah Chapter 5 of OES. Symbolic of her lifelong passion for working with children, in 2002 she received the Grand Cross of Color from the Rainbow Girls for her outstanding work with young women. Ida Belle was the family historian and loved to tell stories about her life on the Ranch. Ida Belle was predeceased by her parents. She is survived by her husband of 59 years Thomas Sr.; sons, Thomas Jr. and wife Melanie, and Robert; She was known as Grandma by Christie Davis, Caroline Davis, Joseph Davis, Hope Vogel, John Thompson, Scott Josephson and Seth Josephson. Madison and Eleanor Vogel knew her as Gee Gee; She is survived by sisters Naomi Haynes and husband Gene and Barbara Adams and husband Burl; She was beloved by numerous nephews, nieces and special friend Sharon Carpenter. Services will be Saturday January 29, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., the First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, NM. A reception will follow. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ballut Abyad Shrine Children's Transportation Fund, 6600 Zuni SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108. Please share your condolences, sympathies and memories with the family at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Ida Belle's care has been entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services, 3113 Carlisle Boulevard, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188.
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DELGADO -- Robert Delgado, 61, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2011. He is survived by his wife Janet Delgado; son Andrew Delgado; siblings Gloria (Julia) Cotter, John Delgado, his twin Albert Delgado, Christina De Vore, Mark Robinson and wife Susan, and Eddie Robinson and wife Linda. He is also survived by his aunt and uncle, Juanita and Dale Bennett. He was preceded in death by his mother, Julia Robinson, and his stepfather, Elbert Robinson. Robert was born and raised in Tularosa, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Robert continued his service to his country for more than 31 years as a civilian employee, serving with a variety of organizations and joining Materiel Test Directorate (MTD) of White Sands Missile Range as an Electronics Technician in 1990. During his career, Robert served in a number of branches within MTD to include Measurements Branch and, most recently, Air and Missile Defense Branch. In this capacity, he supported a variety of missions and tests of high importance. Robert was a valuable member of the MT team; his professional attitude, technical expertise, and most importantly his "joie de vivre" will be greatly missed. Robert was a dedicated son, brother, husband, father, uncle, and friend. He was a devoted member of St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church. He enjoyed travelling, camping, spending time in the mountains, and taking care of the many trees he planted. We have been left with great sadness, but Robert will always be in our hearts. A rosary will be held on Sunday at 6:00 p.m., and a memorial service will be held on Monday at 11:00 a.m. Both will be at St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church in Tularosa. Father Max Hottle, OFM, will preside. A reception in the Parish Hall will follow services on Monday.
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FERNANDEZ -- Marie Predicanda Fernandez, 79, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2011. She is survived by five sisters, Lucille Chavez, Lena Chavez, Jessie Gomez , Dora Hernandez, and Carol Gonzales; her daughters, Evelyn Fernandez, Monica and Manuel Ortiz, Angela and Richard Diedrich, Thane and Lee Moran-Padilla, Sandi and Gerad Ray; son, Mario and Linda Fernandez; granddaughters Onica Diedrich and Andrea Reese; grandsons, Jose Joaquin and Mateo Candelaria, Manuel Ortiz, Joshua and Elijah Fernandez, Evan Blea, Thane Padilla and Matias Dedrich; and 25 great-grandchildren. Rosary will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at St. Anne's Church, followed by the the mass at 9:30 a.m. Burial will be at San Jose Cemetery.
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GARNER -- Ralph A. Garner, 78, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 after a courageous battle with kidney cancer. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Margie; his son, James; his daughter, Janet and her husband, Darren; and his two adoring grandchildren, Amber and Elena. Ralph retired from ATSF Railroad after 45 years of service. As a machinist for the railroad, he was fascinated by all things mechanical. During the Korean War, Ralph served in the US Navy on the destroyer USS McDermut. He had an entrepreneurial outlook and great business sense. After retirement, he became interested in collecting small trains, model vintage cars and he ran a small embroidery business. Friends may visit French ~ Wyoming Chapel on Friday, January 28, 2011 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011, 10:30 a.m., also at French ~ Wyoming Chapel. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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GONZALES-SNYDER -- Zenobia (Nova) After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Nova passed away peacefully in her home in Pecos, NM. on Thursday, January 20, 2011. Born August 10, 1936, she is survived by her nine children; three sisters; numerous grandchildren; and many close family and friends. Visitation Friday, January 28, 2011, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., followed by Rosary at 6:00 p.m., at St. Anthony's Church, Pecos, NM. Services will be Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., at St. Anthony's Church in Pecos, NM. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
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GUNDERSON -- Charles Kenneth (Bud) Gunderson passed away on Monday, January 24, 2011. Bud was born in Albuquerque, NM. At the time his parents lived in New Laguna, NM where his father managed a general mercantile store. At age 4 he moved with his family to Grants, NM where his father bought an interest in the Bond Sargent Company, a mercantile company founded in 1915. Bud attended Grants Elementary School where very few of the students spoke English so he gained a working knowledge of Spanish. He graduated from Grants Union High School in 1940, attended the University of New Mexico from 1940 - 44. He was a member of Vigilantes Sophomore Men's Honorary, Khatali Senior Men's Honorary, Sigma Chi social fraternity and Sigma Tau Engineering Honorary fraternity. He was elected Student Body President his senior year. He graduated in 1944 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was a life member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and became a Registered Professional Engineer in 1950. After graduation Bud worked at the UNM Physics Department research lab for a year. During this time he and Barbara Davis, his college sweetheart and subsequently wife of 66 years were married after meeting at UNM. He entered the US Navy in 1945, was sent to Cornell University Midshipman School doing officer candidate training work and then served as Chief Engineer on a Navy Fleet Tanker in the South Pacific until 1946. After he left the Navy he and Barbara returned to Grants and he entered the family business with his father, Carroll Gunderson. His brother Ray joined the business in 1950 and the three aggressively expanded the petroleum division and other segments of the organization for many years. They bought out the other owners of the corporation in 1950. In 1956 they built the first cable television system in Grants which is still operated by Comcast. The Interstate highway was under construction and Bud and Ray aggressively bought land on the interchanges and built retail outlets. The uranium boom beginning in the 1950's caused a great sudden growth in the business. The increases were very noticeable in the petroleum area and required a prompt expansion of facilities. They built the First "Mini-Storage" facility in the Grants area. Bud served as a director of the UNM Foundation, the Continental Divide Electric CoOp and the Cibola Foundation for several years and was a member of the Newcomen Society of New Mexico. He was a member of the American Legion and a Life Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. In the midst of all of these activities Bud lost his partner Ray in 1975. His death came as a shock to the entire community. After Ray's death his daughter, Cheryl and her husband, Ronny Pynes returned to Grants and jointed Barbara, Bud and Ray's widow, Connie in the operation of the business, a combination which worked very well. They sold the Chevron petroleum division of the business in 2004 after 76 years as Chevron distributors. Bud was predeceased by his parents, Carroll and Frieda Gunderson and his brother, Ray. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; niece, Cheryl and husband, Ronny Pynes of Grants; niece, Marianne and husband, Charles Cooper of Tonto Verde, AZ; two nieces and three nephews from California, and eight grand nephews and nieces. Donations in memory of C. K. Gunderson can be made to First Presbyterian Church of Grants, P. O. Box 396, Grants, NM 87020 or the charity of your choice. Service will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2011, 2:00 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church of Grants. Interment to follow at Grants Memorial Park. Bud's feeling was . . . "God was always with Him". Please visit the online guestbook for Mr. Gunderson at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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HINDI -- Jesus (Susie) Garde Marcilla died peacefully January 26, 2011. She was born to parents Emilia Anaut Marcilla and Maruricio Echandi Garde on October 13, 1921 in Vaughn, NM. She graduated NMSU and enjoyed a career as a country agent until marriage in 1945. She was a dedicated, self sacrificing, caring mother of seven. Susie was a tireless mother and aunt. She always had a flock of kids around. It was fortunate that she was a prolific and skilled cook. When Anna was in 4th, Susie began teaching in Vaughn and retired in 1979. Jesus, Susie, Sally, Jesusa, Jesusa, Jesusita, Mama, Mom, Mrs. Hindi, Grandma, Grandma Hindi was a very good daughter, sister, wife, mother, singer, prayer, relative and friend. She was hardworking, strong, loyal, talented, kind, caring, happy, fun and beautiful. Susie was preceded by parents; daughter Rozanne; brothers, Mauricio Jr., Alfonso; sisters, Mariana, Inez Alvarez, Emilia Garcia. She is survived by husband Brahaim; children, Helen (Isidor) Manzanares, Samia, Brahaim Jr., Kathy Rodriguez, Jamil and Anna; grandchildren, Ed (Lena) and Danny M., Stephanie, Erik and Jason R.; bis nietos, Mac, Mari, and Miles M.; sister Helen Lewis; brother Ray Garde; extended family and friends. Susie believed in God. She truly lived a Christian life. The family is bless Mom has been rid of earthly restrictions. They appreciate and are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from family, friends, and caregiver Carmen.
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HOLLINGSWORTH -- Joe P. Hollingsworth, Lt. Col. Ret., 79, passed away peacefully at his home in Albuquerque on January 23, 2011. He was born in Mississippi in 1931, attended the United States Naval Academy and graduated from the University of Massachusetts. He was in the Air Force for 24 years, serving in Viet Nam, and lastly at Kirtland Air Force Base in AFOTEC. He was a member of St. Mark's on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church and served on the vestry, and more recently at the Cathedral of St. John. He is survived by his wife, Katherine G. Hollingsworth; his children, Gary Hollingsworth of St. Louis, MO, Mary Paul Forsyth of Charlotte, NC, Sarah Jo Eldridge of Lubbock, TX, Clyde W. Shores of Lake Forest, IL, Sandra Smith of Houston, TX and Elizabeth Wagner of Albuquerque, NM; 14 grandchildren; and four great grandchildren; four sisters; and a brother; and Riley, the dog. A celebration of his life will be held 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 29, 2011, at St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Mark's on-the-Mesa, 431 Richmond Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. To view funeral information please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Mr. Hollingworth's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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LOTT -- Betty Lou Havens Lott, 82, of Conway, Arkansas died January 26, 2011. She was born August 11, 1928 to the late James Houston and Frances Lavenia Parker Havens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Allison Lott; her son Charles Allison Lott; and brothers, Larry and Donald Havens. Mrs. Lott lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico for 40 years and moved back to Arkansas in 1989 after the death of her husband, and went on to move to Conway in 2010. Mrs. Lott was a member of Victory Baptist Church. She loved to travel, play dominoes, work puzzles and enjoyed crafting. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society in Cabot. She is survived by her stepson Bobby Lott (Mary) of South Carolina; three sisters, Jean Sheffer (Jack) of Little Rock, Joyce Leonard (Ben) of Cabot, and Fay Hill (Larry) of Conway; three brothers, Jimmy Havens (Janice) of Greenbrier, Leon Havens (Janie) of Greenbrier and Paul Havens of Conway, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 29, 2011 at Victory Baptist Church in Cabot with Brother Ben Leonard officiating. Interment will be at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Visitation will be 6:00 - 8:00 Friday evening at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Moore's Cabot Funeral Home (501)843-5816. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Gideon's, care of Victory Baptist Church. Please sign the online guestbook at www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.
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LUCERO -- Mary Q. Lucero departed this world in peace on Wednesday, January 26, 2011 after 90 years of life. She is survived by her daughter, Anedina (Dina) E. Martinez and husband, Ted; her treasured grandchildren, Claudine M. Martinez, Bennie D. and wife, Molly; and her joyful great-grandchildren, Diego and Dyson Martinez; as well as friends and other family members who were present and helpful during her lifetime and the last days of her life. Mrs. Lucero was preceded in death by her loving husband, Benerito (Bennie) Lucero where they resided in a ranching community, Garita, New Mexico in San Miguel County. His death came at the early age of 54. Her greatest pleasure came from being a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother as well as being a caregiver in the healthcare profession to her many family members and friends. When Mrs. Lucero moved to Albuquerque after the loss of her husband, she was a member of Church of the Risen Savior during her active days where she made sure her grandchildren were taught the Catholic faith, and instructed them in the dealings of the Catholic religion. Her other ties to a religious community were at La Sagrada Familia in Garita, New Mexico. Interment will take place there, at the same place her husband is buried. This is a request that she had always shared with the family - to be buried at the same place as her husband, Bennie. Family and friends may visit Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Friday, January 28, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. until a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, January 29, 2011, 9:00 a.m., also at Risen Savior Catholic Community. Interment will follow at La Sagrada Familia at 3:00 p.m. in Garita, New Mexico. The family wishes to thank The Retreat and Hospice of New Mexico for their loving care provided to Mary. Please visit our online guestbook for Mrs. Lucero at www.RememberTheirStory.com. Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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LUCERO -- Natalie V. Lucero, 63, of Albuquerque NM, passed away January 26, 2011, after a long illness and has gone to be with our Lord and Saviour. She was born August 19, 1947, in Santa Fe NM to Samuel and Susana Lucero and was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Christobal, Americo and Jimmy. She is survived by brothers, Mike, Juan, and Sam; sisters, Esperanza Smith, Mae Gonzales (Alfonso), Terri Orton, and Lourdes Davis; several nieces, nephews; cousins; and one aunt (Rachel). She served in the U.S. Army, and was one of eleven thousand American women who served in the military during the Vietnam War. On Veteran's Day, November 11, 1993, Natalie was among those invited to represent nurses at the unveiling of the Vietnam Women's Memorial at the Vietnam Wall on the National Mall in Washington D.C. Until recently, she was employed as a nurse in the Spinal Cord Injury ward of the Veterans Hospital. Natalie showed a spirit of caring, strength, and commitment. She leaves a legacy of healing and hope and generosity. A rosary will be recited at 4:30 p.m., on January 29, 2011 at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo Blvd. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. Interment will be held on January 31, at 11:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America , 801 18th St., NW, Washington DC 20006
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MACALLISTER -- Mark Stephen Macallister, 57, a resident of Cedar Crest, NM moved to heaven Friday, January 7, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Jody; son, Levi Macallister and fiancee Brandi Garcia; and daughter, Bree Macallister. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Mark's life will be held at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Road NE, on Monday, January 31, 2011, 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Calvary of Albuquerque, distributed to: Equip Asia and Levithepoet, musicianary. Please note Mark Macallister memorial in the memo. Please visit our online guestbook for Mark at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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MCLEAN -- Ola Fern McLean, 93, a resident of Albuquerque since 1942, passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2011, in Albuquerque. She is survived by her son, Clark E. McLean, of Albuquerque; sister, Mildred Clarkson, of Chandler, OK; and sister-in-law, Vola Clarkson, of Chandler, OK. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard; and brothers, V.C. "Pete" Clarkson and Johnny Clarkson. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011, 11:00 a.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd NE, with Pastor Harold Nilsson officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 25001, Albuquerque, NM 87125. Please visit the online guestbook for Ola Fern at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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MONTGOMERY -- George E. Montgomery, Jr. January 28, 2007 My darling Monty, Four years ago today you unexpectedly left us, and our world fell off its axis. All that was left for us to do was to continue to take one breath at a time and grope our way towards a "new normal." This has been a momentous year, which has made your absence all the more glaring. Meg graduated high school, Colin graduated college, and Brian found the love of his life. Natalie just gets smarter and funnier by the day, and as for me, I continue to breathe and find my way, looking forward to the day that I will see you again. I will always love you, my sweet Georgie. Your Rosie
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MONTOYA -- Epifanio Montoya, 98, died January 24, 2011, with family by his side. He was born in Jemez Springs, NM on November 15,1912 and lived in San Ysidro for 58 years. He served honorably in the US Army during WWII shortly after marrying his wife of 59 years Lenore Gonzales-Montoya who departed us in July 1993. He worked as a lumberjack for the White-Pine Lumber Company & Caldwell Lumber he also was a mail contractor for 55 years. He was a lifelong cattle rancher which was his pride and joy, he continued riding horses until the age of 93. He is survived by his son James Montoya, wife Eva; daughter Julia Aragon, husband Fidencio; grandchildren, Kim, Julian, Gregory, Jeff, Donna, Debra and Brenda; and 19 great - grandchildren. Pallbearers will be grandsons Julian, Gregory and Jeff, godson Martin Romero, "second son" Benny Maestas and nephew Tony Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers will be Henry Perea, Felix Griego and Ivan Trujillo. Special thanks to the staff at the Beehive Assistance Living Facility in Rio Rancho, and a heartfelt thanks for my sisters Esther and Eloisa who so graciously and lovingly cared for my dad in his home for over two years. The family will receive guests for a all night wake on Friday, January 28, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., at the San Ysidro Catholic Church. Rosary will be held Saturday at 10:30 a.m., with funeral service immediately following. There will be no entombment at this time. Family would like to invite everyone to the Montoya home following services. Arrangement by Riverside Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd NE 505-764-9663.
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O'DOWD -- Nancy J. O'Dowd, 95, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949 died early Monday, January 24, 2011. Nancy was born in Kansas City, Missouri and was a member of the first graduating class of the University of Kansas City now the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Her husband, William B. O'Dowd died in Albuquerque December 10, 1958. She was an original member of Regina Coeli Parish (now Queen of Heaven) where she taught for several years. She is survived by her three sons, William, Gary and Ronald and their wives, Susan Rosenow and Claire and Gloria O'Dowd; and a former daughter-in-law Audrey Berg; nine grandchildren, Christine Ankeny and her husband Mark, Diane McIntire and her husband Christopher, Daniel O'Dowd and his wife Gayle Geis O'Dowd, Sean Ryan O'Dowd and his wife Allison, Brendon O'Dowd and his wife Joan, Ryan O'Dowd and his wife Amy, Devin O'Dowd and his wife Andrea, Darren O'Dowd and Tara O'Dowd; and 22 great-grandchildren. For the last five years she has lived at Carefree Living whose staff made her feel at home. The family is also grateful to the staff of Anna Kaseman Hospital for their loving care in her final hours. A visitation will be held at French ~ Wyoming Chapel beginning with an informal gathering at 6:00 p.m., on Friday, January 28, 2011 followed at 7:00 p.m., by some memories of her life by her grandchildren. Mass will be celebrated at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge N.E., at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, January 29, 2011 with Father Charles Dougherty, C.P. Her nine grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. If friends desire, contributions may be made to Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, Attn: Executive Director, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, 87125-6666. Please visit our online guestbook for Nancy at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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OTZENBERGER -- Betty (Gam) Otzenberger, 83, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 26, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband; both parents; and her sister. Betty is survived by her three children; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and two on the way. Her greatest love in life was her family. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011, 11:00 a.m., at French, Lomas Chapel. Please visit our online guestbook for Betty at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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RODRIQUEZ-CHAVEZ -- Elizabeth (Lisa). Perhaps you brought or served food. Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a floral piece, if so, we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friends could say; perhaps you were not there at all, just thought or prayed for us that day. Whatever part the Lord had you play to console our hearts, we thank you so much and may He bless each one of you.
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SANCHEZ -- Bennie L. Sanchez, 92, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2011. To view funeral information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Bennie's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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SHIELDS -- Lorn M. Shields, M.D., a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2011. He lived the first 18 years of his life in Montevideo, Uruguay. It was there that he experienced living for six years under a dictatorship and experienced martial law briefly. In 1935 he witnessed a minor revolution which was quickly squelched. He attended the University of Colorado and obtained a B.A. degree in 1943. He attended the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Denver and received an M.D. degree in 1945. He served in the Army Medical Corps for two years and entered private practice in 1950 in Albuquerque. He was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Social Fraternity, the Westerners, Rotary Club of Albuquerque, and the Society of Civil War Surgeons. He was appointed Clinical Associate in General Practice at the UNM School of Medicine and served nine years as a preceptor. He served two years as Chairman of the Department of Family Practice at Presbyterian Hospital and one term as President of the Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Chapter of the Academy of Family Physicians. He was the Chief Medical Consultant for the Disability Determination Unit of New Mexico for many years. During the Korean War he examined, under contract, the Army inductees in this county. He also served as physician for the county Venereal Disease Clinic for many years. After retirement from practice, he served as a docent at the Albuquerque Museum and later as a docent at the Indian Cultural Center. He also made presentations about the Gaucho to Middle School students and to other groups. On October 1, 1999, he was honored by the Mayor and the City of Albuquerque for the many hours of volunteer work he gave this community. He is survived by his sons, Lorn David Shields and wife, Roberta of Santa Fe, Kenneth Wayne Shields and wife, Diane of Farmington, and Ronald G. Shields and wife, Georgetta of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Lorn Andrew Shields, Christopher Shields, Michael Shields, Brooke Shields and Ryan Shields; and one great-granddaughter Hannah Shields. Dr. Shields was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Louise Shields. A service will be held, Saturday, January 29, 2011, 11:00 a.m., at French - University Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit, French - University, Friday, January 28, 2011, 5:00 p.m. til 7:00 p.m. Please visit the online guestbook for Dr. Shields at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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SMITH -- James Ray Smith Born September 15, 1919, James Ray Smith died on January 10, 2011 in Arlington Texas. A long-time resident of New Mexico, he was married for 35 years to Ruby whom he lost in 2001. He had three daughters from a previous marriage - Myrtle Ray and Roxie, who preceded him in death, and Sherry - and a step-daughter, Debbie. At the time of his death, he was living in Texas with his granddaughter Dee and her son. He was a member of the Church of Christ for many years and was closely associated with the church in Bosque Farms. He was a self-described "elevator man" who worked in that trade all of his adult working life. He was a member of the "Greatest Generation" and served during World War II. But more important than the facts of his life, he was a man with a good heart who tried to help family and friends whenever he could. He was a loving and caring husband who believed in hard work - he always did his best, regardless of the job. He loved to drive and he loved to talk. While living in Texas, he would suddenly decide to visit New Mexico and drive straight thru - he said it was calming to him to be behind the wheel. And he had lots of stories and more than a few opinions on nearly any subject in which he had an interest - and he had a lot of interests. He didn't claim to be perfect but he did try to do the right thing and, much more often than not, succeeded. He will be buried with his beloved Ruby in a private service at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Anyone who would like to send a personal note of a special memory or of farewell, please mail to 1705 Camino Gallo, NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107.
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TORRES -- Donaciana R. Torres was born March 15, 1919 and passed away January 22, 2011. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 9:30 a.m., at Shrine of the Little Flower, St. Therese (3424 4th St. NW). Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
        Published on: Fri January 28, 2011

ZITTERMAN -- Joseph Ralph Zitterman IN LOVING MEMORY July 13, 1929 - January 28, 2010 God saw you getting tired, When a cure was not to be. So He wrapped his arms around you, and whispered, "come to me." You didn't deserve what you went through, So He gave you rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best And when we saw you sleeping, So peaceful and free from pain We could not wish you back To suffer that again. It has been one year since we've been apart. Sometimes it seems like forever ago, other times, it feels like yesterday. We love and miss you Dad. Eileen, Sharon, Butch and Nancy.
        Published on: Fri January 28, 2011