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ACEVES -- Pedro Molinar-Aceves, age 73, passed away February 14, 2011. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., in the St. Alice Catholic Church in Mountainair. Interment will follow in the Caster Family Cemetery. Salazar and Sons Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.
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ALONGI -- Helen Genevieve Alongi, 94, passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM surrounded by devoted family, caretakers, and granddogs. She was born on March 8, 1916 in Rockford, Illinois and moved to Albuquerque in 1951 with her husband, Frank and son, Carl, whom they lovingly adopted from Frank's Aunt in Sicily. Helen co-owned restaurants, including The Summit House at the top of the Sandia Peak Tramway, where she cooked and baked her famous pies. She was an avid bridge player at the Duke City Bridge Club and earned the status of Life Master in duplicate bridge. A devout Catholic, she was also a member of an Italian women's club and volunteered for Casa Angelica. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Alberto and Maria Monastero; her husband, Frank Alongi; and all four beloved sisters, Josie Olszewski, Mary Sciortino, Virginia Domico, and Maime Ianni. She is survived by her son, Carl and daughter-in-law, Linda; her grandchildren, Frank, Gina (Max Turner), Lisa (Mark Gerteis), Marc, and Diane (Joel Berger); and great-grandchildren, Jillian, Sydney, Bridget and Capri. Those fortunate enough to be part of her life will truly miss her kindness, generosity and playful spirit. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., at the Gate of Heaven Mausoleum, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE. Pallbearers will be Frank Alongi, Marc Alongi, Max Turner, Mark Gerteis, Joel Berger, and John Cacciatore. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Casa Angelica, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 or Our Lady of Fatima Parish, 4200 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Helen at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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BARNHILL -- Dr. Jamie Gwyn Barnhill June 8, 1954 to January 30, 2011 Jamie began her life in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Traveling through the Academic World from Emerson Elementary, Van Buren Junior High, Highland High School (never letting people forget she was a Fighting Hornet) and then onto the University of New Mexico where she earned her degree as a Pharmacist in 1977. But with her constant search for knowledge, continued on to earn her next degree as a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Science at the University of Connecticut in 1986. From there she accepted a dual appointment with Tuffs New England Medical Center and the Jamaica Plain VA in Boston, MA. In 1990, Jamie returned to Albuquerque to accept another dual appointment as Chief of the Biopharmaceutics/ Pharmacokinetics Laboratory at the VA Cooperative Studies Program Clinical Research Pharmacy Coordinating Center and as Associate Professor of Pharmaceutics at the University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy. Her devotion to her research generated many publications during her lifetime but it was her passion for teaching that allowed her to pass on the knowledge of a career she loved, to well over 1500 practicing pharmacists over the past 20 years. With all the degrees and accomplishments to her mention, the one thing that Jamie will be remembered for the most was her unique, fun-loving and often irreverent view of life. She loved people and she loved to entertain. When you were with her, she made you feel special, and that you would always be part of her "Secret Club". Jamie passed away while on vacation in Connecticut at Hartford Hospital after a six week battle against a genetic liver condition, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, that she never knew she had until it was too late. Jamie is survived by her Life Partner of 31 years, Joan Korkie Kerkin; her mother Bobby Barnhill; brother and sister-in-law, John and Shannon Barnhill and their children Jacob and Emma; sister Lynn Barnhill and her children Mayzie and Ava; brother and sister-in-law, Ross and Connie Barnhill and their children Ryan and Rhonda, and Rhonda's children Sebastian, Michael and Matthew; and many cousins; Also her extended family in Connecticut and Massachusetts: Pat and Wally White, Wally and Katy White and their children Billy, Emily and Tommy; Stacy and Kim White; Barbara and Walt Darcey; Tom and Amanda Darcey and their children Aidan, Brenna, Owen and Will; Joan and Albert Kerkin; Carole Kerkin and her children Zachary and Sam; Lisa and Kevin Bundy and their children Paige and Patrick; and Chris and Chris Morgan and their children Kimberly and Michael, all of which were of great help and support to both Korkie and Jamie while they were there. Jamie was pre-deceased by her father, Jim Barnhill; her paternal grandparents, JC and Eleanor Barnhill; and her maternal grandparents, Robert and Gwyneth Taylor. A special thank you goes to the staff, nurses and doctors at Manchester and Hartford Hospitals for their wonderful care of Jamie. A Life Celebration for Jamie will be held at the UNM Student Union Building (SUB) Ballroom on Saturday, February 19, 2011 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Please come and join us, and share your favorite Jamie story. It is a family request, that in lieu of flowers, a donation in Jamie's name be made to the Alpha-1 Foundation (Research Organization). Donations can be sent by mail to: The Alpha-1 Foundation (Research Organization), 2937 SW 27th Avenue, Suite 302, Miami, FL 33154 or on line to: www.alphaone.org. Hopefully this will help spark awareness and further research of this little known but deadly genetic condition. Please visit our online guestbook for Dr. Barnhill at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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BELEY -- Amy Jo Beley was born at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio on September 6, 1964. She grew up in Tuscarawas Country, Ohio, where she was active in 4-H and the Explorers with the Sheriff's Department, and she graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1982. She was an EMT in New Philadelphia, Ohio and in Atlanta, Georgia and served in the Army National Guard. She was honorably discharged in 1990. Her lifelong passion for animals lead her to dog training; she became the first female K-9 officer on the East Coast. As a result of her search and rescue training and her willingness to voluntarily serve her community and her country, she lead and participated in many search and rescue efforts in Ohio and the surrounding states. In 2001, while living in Columbus Ohio, she and her dog Kayla responded to the September 11th crisis by going to New York. Upon their return, Amy Jo and Kayla received a commendation from Ohio Governor Bob Taft. Her compassion for others continued until her death. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Byrd and Ann Lynn of San Diego, CA and Arthur and Mary Henry of Freeport, OH. She is survived by her mother, Bonnee Henry, of Albuquerque; her sister Katy Nameth and brother-in-law Alex Levine of Los Angeles; her aunt and uncle, Jody and Jim Wheatley of Rio Rancho, NM; several cousins; and her beloved German Shepherd, Elsa. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2801 Lomas Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Paws and Stripes, PO Box 46253, Rio Rancho, NM 87174 or to your local Humane Society or K-9 Unit.
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BUNTEN -- Billye Lee. On Tuesday, February 15, 2011, Billye Lee Bunten, age 84, passed on to a new life without pain and the difficulties she bravely endured with the onset of diabetes that began twenty-five years ago. She was preceded in death by her daughter Nancy, in 2002; and her husband Donald, in August, 2010. They were married 65 years. Her two surviving daughters are Donna Bunten and husband Joe Roush of Olympia, WA, and Sharon Boyd of Albuquerque; She is also survived by grandson, Jeremiah Glenn and wife Amanda; great-grandsons, Mason and Brodie Glenn; dedicated son-in-law Dick Glenn; brother-in-law, Daniel Bunten; and loving sister-in-law Mary Ann Bunten, all of Albuquerque. Billye and Donald were married at Greenville Army Airbase, SC, on August 7, 1945. They lived in Albuquerque's South Valley for forty years before moving to Rio Rancho in 1986. Her entire married life was devoted to her husband, home, and family. A graveside service will be held Friday, February 18, at 10:30 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guest book for Billye at: RememberTheirStory.com. Lovingly Pre-Planned at FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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CARDENAS -- Gilbert Cardenas, age 92, beloved and devoted husband and father, completed his journey on this earth and entered into Eternal Life with the Lord on Monday, February 14, 2011. He was a life long resident of Albuquerque, and a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolfo and Senaida Cardenas; his siblings, Lizzie Aragon, Lena Montoya, Virgie and Tony Cardenas. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife of over 60 years, Lucy Cardenas; his children, Delbert and Judy Cardenas; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitations will be Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services - Alameda Mortuary, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final viewing will be Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., at Alameda Mortuary. Service of Christian Burial will be Friday at 9:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Interment will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Casket Bearers will be Fred Montoya, Mike Montoya, Marty Montoya, Larry Orona, Toby Orona and George Maldonado. Honorary Bearers will be Raymond Montoya, Elfigo Montoya, Jr., Harold Orona, Daniel Orona, Rudy Maldonado, Richard Mata, Danielle Lucero and Walter Orona. Those who wish to express their condolences may visit www.danielsfuneral.com . Gilbert'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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COLE -- Jean M. Cole, 87, of Albuquerque, devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on February 15, 2011. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011 at Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, 1801 Montano, Albuquerque, 344-9798. Jean was born February 15, 1924 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma to James L. and Billie McDonald. She grew up in small Oklahoma towns with her two older brothers and a raft of friends. She later went on to the University of Oklahoma where she was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and received a degree in Business Administration. Jean met the love of her life, Charles "Ed" Cole, while she was still in high school. Their love continued through his tour of duty in World War II, his career as a geological engineer, their early retirement to an Oregon ranch, a second retirement to Paso Robles, CA, and their shared life of adventure for more than 58 years. Ed died February 4, 2005. Soon after, Jean relocated to Albuquerque with her Labrador dog and constant companion, Dottie, and quickly made a new circle of dear friends in her church and community. Jean's greatest loves were her family and friends. She cultivated lifelong friendships through decades of correspondence, e-mail, and phone calls that continued until the day she died. Jean's amazing passion for life, her infectious laughter, and the depth of her caring will remain a gift to all who love her so dearly. A person treasured for her warmth, vibrancy, and sense of humor, Jean is survived by son, Charles, and his wife Janice; daughter Margaret Parks and her husband, Ken; daughter Nancy Cole; and grandchildren James and Tom Cole; Lauren Parks and her husband Kevin, Kristin Parks, and Ryan Cole.
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DE LA CRUZ -- Nasario De La Cruz, 63, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 14, 2011. Mr. De La Cruz is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years Mrs. Jesusita De La Cruz; his children Martina Gamez and husband, Oscar, Pablo De La Cruz, Manuel Garcia and wife, Ida, Juan De La Cruz and wife, Doreen, and Anjelica Gonzalez and husband, Ivan; his sisters Monica De La Cruz, Matilde De La Cruz and Francisca Garcia; 14 Grandchildren; and three Great-Grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, February 17, 2011 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gerardo Pena. Final visitation will be Friday, February 18, 2011 from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Manuel Garcia, Juan De La Cruz, Hector Garcia, Jorge Garcia, Antonio Hernandez and Ivan Gonzalez. Honorary pallbearers will be Luis Garcia, Margarito Hernandez, Oscar Gamez, Aaron Gamez and Pablo De La Cruz. Please visit GabaldonMortuaryInc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary, Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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DOMINGUEZ -- Floyd Dominguez, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, formerly of Truchas, NM, passed away on February 14, 2011. Mr. Dominguez is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years Mrs. Vickie Dominguez; his children, Joe Hernandez and wife, Gloria, Eleanor Hernandez and husband, Larry Muniz, Cindi Roloff and husband Keith, Theresa Hernandez and Patricia Young; his sisters, Louise Jimenez and husband, Juan, Evelyn Martinez and husband, Daniel, Lucille Martinez and husband, Dennis, Sandra Solis, and Lorraine Dominguez; his brother, Leroy Dominguez; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Saturday, February 19, 2011 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., at New Beginnings Church, 3601 Montgomery Blvd. NE, with a Funeral Service to be held at 10:00 a.m., Pastor Joe Hernandez, officiant. Private disposition of cremains at a later date. Please visit GabaldonMortuaryInc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary, Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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GARCIA -- Arthur A. Garcia, 71, passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2011. To view funeral information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Arthur's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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GARCIA -- Frances Montoya Garcia, 84, passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2011, after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred; parents, T.R. and Marcelina Montoya; and her brothers, Louie, Bennie, Mel, Juan and Tally. She is survived by her sons, Charles (wife Clara), and James (wife June); grandchildren, Jessica Bianca, Wayne and Jessica Marie (husband Adam); sisters, Guadalupe (Lupe), Josephine (Fena) and Laura; and many nieces and nephews. Frances was a successful businesswoman and owner of Valley Distributing Co. She was generous and over the years helped many local women in their business ventures. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Rosary will be recited Friday, February 18, 2011, 6:00 p.m., at French - University Chapel. A Mass and Celebration will take place at a later date. Please visit the online guestbook for Frances at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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GONGORA -- Hector Gongora, 81, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, February 15, 2011, after a long and adventurous life. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy Gongora; daughters, Carolyn Lauer and her husband, Stephen and Elizabeth Schlessinger; son, Steve Gongora and his wife, Rita; step-children, Karl Christ and his wife, Annabelle, Rachelle Luna and her husband, Larry, Brigitte Moller and Bryon Moller; grandchildren, Chris Lauer (Susanne), Matthew Lauer (Katie), Jacob Schlessinger (Dana), Jacqueline Schlessinger, Emily Barbault and Bernadette Veronda (Rory); step-grandchildren, Kyleigh Christ, Lisa Luna, Leigh Luna, Angelo Galvan, Francine Galvan and Damius Moller; great-grandchildren, Zachary Price; and sister, Belia Peterson and her husband, Bob. Hector was preceded in death in 2003 by his wife, Marie. Hector proudly served as CWO3 in the US Army for over 21 years active duty, and then served as Lt. Col. in the State Guard and Reserves, for a combined service of 48 years. He was an active member of Risen Savior Catholic Community, as well as MOW in the local high school ROTC and colleges. He contributed to various veteran organizations, including the Paralyzed Veteran's of America, DAV and the American Legion. Rosary will be recited for Hector on Friday, February 18, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at French ~ Wyoming Chapel. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Ennichement will follow at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Hectors name to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Please visit our online guestbook for Hector at: www.RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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HERNANDEZ -- Albina M. Hernandez, age 99, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away on Friday, February 11, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edmundo G. Hernandez; and two daughters, Dolores A. and Elodia P. Albina is survived by three daughters, Grace Hernandez Fink and husband, Bob, Juliet C. Richardson, and RoseAnn Hernandez; eight grandchildren; twenty one great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She began her college education at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande, formerly, Catholic Teacher's College then transferred to New Mexico A & M. She earned her Master Teacher's Elementary Life Certificate on June 12, 1953, followed by a Master of Arts degree on June 15, 1962, both from the University of New Mexico. She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, the Retired Teachers Sorority, as well as a long time parishioner of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, where she was also a member of the choir. Albina enjoyed reading, knitting and traveling. She will be dearly missed. A Memorial Rosary will be held Friday, February 18, 2011, 7:00 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, February 19, 2011, 11:30 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. She will be laid to rest at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Please visit the online guestbook for Albina at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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HERNANDEZ -- Tony "Googie" Hernandez, age 84, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away February 14, 2011. He was preceded in death by his mother, Faustina; and father, Jose Hernandez; four brothers, Tiburcio, Guadalupe, Catarino V. (Joe) and George Hernandez. Tony was retired from the city of Albuquerque Police Department after serving 32 1/2 years as a patrol officer. He started his employment with the police department in January 1951 and he retired in June 1983 as a sergeant. He was also employed by New Mexico Title Company from January 1984 to January 1990 and later he worked for French Mortuary from October 1990 to June 1995. Tony served in the US Army during World War II from March 1945 to November 1946 and he was honorably discharged as a Tech. 5. Tony is survived by his wife Ursinia DeLaO Hernandez of 59 years; one brother Ignacio Hernandez and his wife Mary; one son, Anthony Hernandez and his wife Geri; three daughters, Elizabeth Ernst and her husband Walt, Barbara Studerus and her husband Ted, and Victoria Apodaca and her husband Leo; nine grandchildren, Phillip Ernst, Michael Ernst, Angelina Maldonado, Teddy Studerus and girlfriend Stephanie Dineyazhe, Kassandra Studerus, Anthony Hernandez, Jessica Candelaria, Teresa Apodaca, and Xavier Apodaca; two Great-grandchildren, Isabella Maldonado and Mackenzie Ernst; three brothers-in-law, Frank DeLaO and wife Celia, Roger DeLaO and wife Rachael, and Albert DeLaO and wife Dorothy. The Rosary will be recited Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., in the St. Charles Borromero Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE. The Mass will be celebrated Friday, February 18, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., in the St. Charles Borromero Church. Pallbearers will be Phillip Ernst, Michael Ernst, Angelina Maldonado, Teddy Studerus, Anthony Hernandez, Kassandra Studerus, Jessica Candelaria, Teresa Apodaca, Xavier Apodaca, Isabella Maldonado and Mackenzie Ernst; honorary pallbearers will be Frank DeLaO, Gerald DeLaO, Bennie Martinez, Mike Romero, Billy Zamora, Celso Montano and Tony Lovato. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Charles Borromero School, 1801 Hazeldine SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. salazarandsons.com Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW Albuquerque, NM 505-247-4124
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HORTON -- Woodrow William "Bill" Horton born Dec. 18, 1949, passed away in his home on Friday, Feb. 11, 2011 of natural causes. He is survived by his four children; and three siblings; grandchildren; nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 18, 2011 at 9:00 a.m., at Our Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco Dr SW Albuquerque, NM 87105.
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JEFFERSON -- Florine R. Jefferson, daughter of Abraham and Pearl Macklin, was born February 15, 1915 in Houston Texas. Florine met and married Fredrick O. Jefferson in Philadelphia, PA. She departed this life on February 11, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. Florine was preceded in death by husband Fredrick and son Elbert. She is survived by: two daughters Charmaine McCormick and Beverly Spurlock; son Wilson Reaves; 16 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; great-great-great grandchildren; nieces; nephews, and other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 18, 2011 at French ~ Lomas Chapel. Florine will be laid to rest with her husband at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Florine at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd NE (505)275-3500
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JENTZEN -- Arthur Peter Jentzen, born Pilot Point, Texas April 9, 1920. Art is survived by his wife, Lyla Jentzen; four children, Belinda Jentzen (Richard Virtue), Stephen Jentzen (Svetlana), Karen Jentzen, and Randal Jentzen (Leota); Seven grandchildren, Nik, Sabrina, Nathan, Galadriel, Christian, Rebecca and Rosamond; two great-grandchildren Sam and Skye and many numerous nieces and nephews. Art moved to Carlsbad, New Mexico with his family when he was six years old, and graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1939. He then moved to California and worked at Lockheed Aircraft and March Army Airforce Base. He joined the Navy in 1942 and served four years. For two of those years he was assigned to CASU 14, a land based Aircraft Carrier Service during WWII. He served in Guadalcanal and other South Pacific Islands. He received an honorable discharge in 1946. He returned to New Mexico to attend New Mexico A&M in Las Cruces where he earned his civilian Aircraft Mechanics License. Art moved to Clovis, NM in 1947 where he met Lyla Moots. They married June 2, 1948 at Sacred Heart Church in Clovis. He was a Commercial Pilot with over 5,000 hours flying time. He founded and co-founded several businesses in Clovis, including Arts Amusement Inc, a coin operated Amusement Company which he owned for thirty-three years. He was a partner in Clovis Aviation Inc, Aztec Bowl Inc, and Clovis Travel Center. For a big part of his life he held many distinguished positions, including being a Member of Rotary Club for 35 years; a lifetime member of the Elks Club; past national director of Music Operators of America; past president of the 20-30 Club of Clovis; past president of WBCCI of New Mexico (Airstream Trailer Club); past member of Airport Board, Clovis Municipal Airport. Art and Lyla moved to Albuquerque in 1999, where they continued their active life of airstreaming with their many friends and dancing every Friday night. Art remained working in business until three days before his passing. A Memorial Rosary will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. A Memorial Mass will follow at 10:00 a.m. both at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas and Tennessee. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Art at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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MANRIQUEZ -- Luciano Jacob Minns Manriquez, was taken home by the Angles February 13, 2011. The gift of Luciano's life was truly a miracle. His family will be blessed with memories of the love and wisdom he had in his eyes and a smile that would feel the room with sun shine. He will be greatly missed and always loved... Luciano was preceded in death by his great-grandfathers: Jacob Minns and Michael Robertson; uncle Emliano Manriquez. He is survived by his mother: Cheryl L. Minns; father: Marcelino Manriquez; one sister; six brothers; grandparents: Charles and Valerie Minns, Emliano and Tina Manriquez; Godparents: Letisha and Charlie Minns; great-grandmother: France Kurtz; aunt: Nena Gurule; and uncle: Adrian Manriquez. . A Rosary will be Monday, February 21, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Parish. . Life Celebration Mass will be Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 9:00 a.m., St. Anne's Parish, burial following at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charlie Minns, Daniel smith, Honorary Pallbearers: CJ, Jaqelyn Minns, Jose Enrique, Michael and Marcillino Manriquez Jr. Contributions may be made to Reflections. Please visit Luciano Manriquez online guestbook at: www.Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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MARSH -- Margaret Ann Marsh, 82, died peacefully February 13, 2011. Margaret affectionately known as "Peggy" was born in Grove City, PA to James and Effie Dye. In 1968 she and her late husband, Dr. Dean Marsh relocated their family to Belen where they raised their family. They were married for over 50 years and both were very active in the community. She is survived by her four children; Bradley Marsh and wife Lisa, Gayle Marsh and partner Robyn Schmidt, Brian Marsh and wife Kelly, Todd Marsh and wife Tonya; six grandchildren; grandsons, Curtis, Justin, Derek, Dean, Cory Marsh; granddaughter, Chelsea Marsh. Peggy was blessed with an extended family of nieces, nephews and "adopted" children who loved her. Peggy was involved in many local organizations and was devoted member of St. Phillips Episcopal Church. She was also a proud member of The Order of Eastern Star, Jessamine Chapter #45, having served faithfully for over 40 years. She had many interests but simply her greatest joy was her family always giving freely of her time and rejoiced in helping others. She was deeply loved and will be missed. A Celebration of Life service will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 19, 2011 at Bethlehem #56 Lodge, 607 Goebel Avenue, Belen, NM. Interment will follow services. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to St. Phillips Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 1096, Belen, NM 87002 or to E.S.T.A.R.L. scholarship fund in care of Jessamine Chapter #45, 607 Goebel Avenue, Belen, NM. or donor's preference. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit 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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MOLLENKAMP -- George W. Mollenkamp, 65, a resident of Rio Rancho, NM passed away February 12, 2011. He is survived by his wife Linda of 35 years; father, Harold Mollenkamp of Las Vegas, NV; sister, Karen Nettleton of Las Vegas, NV. George was the previous owner of Drive Line Service of Albuquerque. In his retirement he enjoyed working as a school crossing guard for the Martin Luther King Jr. elementary school in Rio Rancho. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, February 19, 2011, Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE and Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho, NM. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit: 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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O'NEILL -- Joseph W. O'Neill, Sr., 81, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away February 13, 2011. He is survived by one daughter, Kathy Westby; sons, Joseph O'Neill Jr. and wife Karen, Brian O'Neill and wife Alma Marrufo; three grandchildren, Robert Westby, Dustin Westby, Alexis O'Neill. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years Helen O'Neill. Joseph was born and raised June 9, 1929 in Brooklyn, NY. He was proud to have served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He later became a member of the New York Police Department serving 20 years before retiring at the rank of Lieutenant. He later moved his family to Albuquerque where he worked with the Albuquerque Public Schools Police Department for 19 years. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing and taking in the beautiful scenery New Mexico has to offer. ***He was a great man, husband, father, grandfather and dedicated public servant.*** Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, February 17, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE and Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in the honor of Joseph O'Neill to the Cibola High School Athletic Department, 1510 Ellison Road Northwest, Albuquerque, NM 87114, 505-897-0110. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit 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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REICHARD -- Nancy J. Reichard, 72, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2011. She is survived by her daughter, Linda Josephson and husband, Ray; a sister, Carole Domres and husband, Ronald; a niece, Debbie Williamson and husband, Denny and family; a nephew, Bob Domres and wife, Sherri; goddaughter, Sandra Ross and husband, John and family; two great-nieces, Theresa and Fallon; her beloved dog, Dusty and five grand-dogs that she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her mother, Esther (Granny). Nancy was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and a very sweet lady to all that knew and cared for her. Cremation has taken place and friends may pay their respects on Saturday, February 19, 2011, from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111 or to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Nancy at: www.RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SANCHEZ -- Cipriana Baca Sanchez, a resident of Adelino, NM, peacefully passed away in her home on Monday, February 14, 2011 (on the first anniversary of her sister Carmen's death). She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and St. Vincent de Paul Society in Tome, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilberto Sanchez; two sons, Tomas and Mario; and her parents, Antonio and Elicia Baca. Those left to treasure her many memories are her children, Lorenzo and wife, Gloria Jean, Charly and wife, Theresa, James and wife, Yvonne, Allen and wife, Carolina, Karenjune and husband, Richard, Frances Sanchez-Duran, Martha, David, Raymond and Alice Sanchez. Cipriana was most proud of her 32 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren. Cipriana was a mother who was strong in her faith and living her life accordingly. She will be remembered in her concerns as she always asked, "Que comieron todos?" and "Has everyone been invited?" All services will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, beginning with a viewing on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at 5:30 p.m., with a rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., with Father Jose Hernandez officiating. Interment will follow at Tome Catholic Cemetery. Sign Cipriana's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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SANCHEZ -- Johnny "Dusty" Sanchez November 7, 1937 -- February 17, 2007 In Loving Memory Dad, you are loved, you are missed, and you are never forgotten. Mom, Dee, Lee, Jen and Chiquita
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SENA -- George H. Jr, 54, passed away February 13, 2011. A longtime resident of Albuquerque, he worked at Riverside General Construction Company, was an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by sons Christopher and Albert Sena. He is survived by daughters: Julie Sena, Mary Sena, Camille Sena; grandchildren: John Michael, Brenden Lorenzo, Amber, Manuel, Anthony, Suri, Noah, Fernando, Christopher, Mercedes; parents: George and Wanda Sena; brothers: Tony Sena and wife Ruby, Steve Sena and wife Christine; sister: Annette Jaramillo and husband Ricky; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Services will be held at Church of the Ascension 2150 Raymac Rd SW, with rosary recited at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, February 17, 2011, Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 a.m., on Friday February 18, 2011, with burial following at Pajarito Cemetery.
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VASQUEZ -- Angel Vasquez was born on May 12, 1989 and passed away February 13, 2011. A viewing will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at Riverside Funeral Home followed by a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A mass of christian burial will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, February 18, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment is to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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VIGIL -- Anthony R. "Tony-Big T" 52, passed away February 6, 2011 in Denver Colorado. He is survived by his daughter Katia; mother Dolly; brothers, Ed and Ron and sisters Belinda and Norma. Services were held in Westminster, Colorado on Friday, February 12, 2011. He will be missed by all. Condolences can be sent to katialea23@yahoo.com
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WILMESHERR -- Pamela Wilmesherr, 39, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away at her home Sunday, February 13, 2011. She leaves behind her beloved daughter and best friend, Darby Wilmesherr age 15; parents, Mike and Joanne Wilmesherr; and her sister Cyndi Culpepper. A Celebration of Pam's life will be held at 5:00 p.m., on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services Coal Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Pamela will forever by loved and missed by all who loved her. Cremation has taken place with private disposition at a later date. Online condolences can be submitted at www.danielsfuneral.com. Pamela's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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