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ARD -- SUSAN E. Beloved mother, daughter, sister, and grandmother. Susan went to be with the Lord on July 25, 2011 at the age of 58. She passed away peacefully, with her son, daughter, and sister by her side. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she resided most of her life. Susan is survived by her son, John Dobias; daughter, Sheri Dobias; father, Everett Ard; sister, Nancy Kelly; and grandchildren, Timothy Dobias, Brianna Dobias-Bogle, John Dobias II, and Jadelynn Dobias. She was a beautiful and caring woman who made this world a better place. She will be loved and greatly missed. May Susan rest in peace.
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BARELA -- RAMON Was born August 03, 1921 and passed away on July 23, 2011. A memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 9am at St. Therese Church. A potluck reception is set to follow. ARRANGEMENTS IN CARE OF RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87108 505-764-9663
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COCKE -- INEZ R. Age 91, passed away July 24, 2011. She was born January 30, 1920 in Humbolt County, Nebraska. Inez Cocke was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Fredrick Rist and Ester Angelina Maxwell and her first husband, John H. Barber. She was also preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. She is survived by her husband, William J. "Jim" Cocke; two sons, John H. Barber, Jr. and James R. Barber; six grandchildren; one great grandchild and one sister, Alice Langford. Inez really enjoyed crossword puzzles and bridge. A Memorial Service will be held 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2011 at The Cathedral Church of St. John, 318 Silver SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Cathedral Church, of St. John or All Faiths Receiving Home, 1709 Moon St. NE 87112. Please visit our online guestbook for Inez at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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CRESPIN -- LUCIO (CHRIS) From San Antonito, NM, died unexpectedly July 20, 2011. He is survived by his beloved companion of ten years, Rita Gallegos. His daughter, Frances Crespin; granddaughter, Daisa; sisters, Annie Perez and husband Ray, Betty Jinzo and husband Lupe, Christina Crespin and Carmen Crespin. Brothers, Henry Crespin and wife Romie, and Marino Crespin. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. and Mass on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m., both at St. Francis Xavier, 820 Broadway SE, Albuquerque, NM.
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DURAN -- JUANITA A. Age 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1968, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2011 at her home. She was born in Derramadero, New Mexico October 18, 1919. She was preceded in death by her husband Isidro. She is survived by her daughters, Bessie Perez and husband Jose, Margaret Gill and husband Fred, Irene Smith and husband Henry, Gloria Duran, Emily Laxson and husband Daniel. Sons, John Duran, Arthur and wife Cathy, David and wife Bernadette. Grandchildren Adan Perez, Christopher Perez and wife Cathy, Alan Gill and wife Aleisha, Sonia Gomez and husband Ruben, Carlos Chavez, Nicholas Smith, Jennifer Mather and husband Nick, Jonathan Sewell and wife Emily, Sara Laxson, Rachelle Laxson, A J Duran, Alisha Duran,and Marisa Duran. Great-grandchildren Cristiano Perez, Mia Mather, Charlotte Vencint, Ava Sewell and Jade Mather. Visitation will be at 6:30 pm and the Rosary being recited at 7:00 pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1860 Griegos Rd NW, Tuesday, July 26. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 27 at 9:00 am at our Lady of Guadalupe. Interment is to follow at Mt Calvary Cemetery.
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FERNANDEZ -- CLORINDA "CORIE" It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt Clorinda "Corie" Fernandez, age 62 of Bernalillo, NM on Sunday, July 24, 2011. Corrie was born September 14, 1948 in Albuquerque, NM to Benjamin and Priscilla Romero. She was retired from Ethicon Endosurgery. Corie was a loving and generous person who touched the hearts and lives of the many whose paths she crossed. Just as she embraced everyone, we embrace Corie in our hearts. Corie is survived by her partner Simon Garcia; her children, Gilbert Fernandez, Brandi Fernandez and Henry Garcia; grandchildren, Joshua and Isaac Fernandez; two brothers; three sisters; and numerous nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Bernalillo, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, July 30, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis Mission in Reserve, NM. Interment will follow at the St. Francis Cemetery. At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd., NE, Ste. #300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Those who wish to express their condolences may visit www.danielsfuneral.com Corie'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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FROST -- THERESA CATHERINE Age 83, passed away June 18, 2011. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Theresa's care 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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GUTIERREZ -- ORLANDO ERNEST SR. Age 71, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2011. He is survived by his wife Mary Dolores; sons Michael and fiancee Roberta, Orlando Ernesto Jr. (Ernie) and wife Nicole, Paul and wife Natalie Gutierrez; sisters, Flora Garcia, Vangie and husband, Elfego (JR); grandkids, Breana, Diego, Nathaniel, Nickolas, and Savannah; Aunt Mary; Uncle Diego; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Orlando was born in Albuquerque, NM to Ignacio and Margaret Gutierrez. Orlando lived in Albuquerque (Barelas area) before marrying his wife, Mary Dolores Gonzales in December, 1971 and moving to Bernalillo, where they spent the remaining years of his life. He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1958. Orlando served in the U.S. Army. He worked at Safeway for 30 plus years, and finished his working years with The City of Albuquerque Senior Program. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Friends may visit French - Wyoming Chapel Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated Friday, July 29, 2011, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 301 South Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM. Prior to Mass, friends may visit the church at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Rosary at 9:30. Interment will take place Friday at 12:45 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael, Ernie and Paul Gutierrez, Fred and Daniel Branson, Leo Romero, and Bobby Sanchez, and Randy Garcia. Honorary pallbearers will be Alfred Sanchez, Elfego (JR) Aranda, and Ronnie Gonzales. A reception will be held Friday, July 29, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. at the Social Center in the town of Bernalillo. Please visit our online guestbook for Orlando at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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HARRISON -- FERN FINCHUM PERRY was born in Rocky Ford, CO on July 7, 1918, the fourth of four children born of Elmer H. Perry and Mary E. (Weathers) Perry. She went home to her Lord on July 25, 2011 after a short illness. She married Charles Wagner Harrison, Jr. on December 28, 1940 and together they were parents of two daughters. She is survived by her daughter, Charlotte Jean Harrison Jones and her husband, Chester Jones of Houston, TX and son-in-law, Bill Hays of Albuquerque. She was predeceased by her husband; her daughter, Martha Randolph Harrison Hays; her parents; her brother, Lambert E. Perry; and her sisters, Azalea (Perry) Gorby and Rosalie (Perry) Cannon. She attended Cameron College in Lawton, OK where she studied business and played violin in the school orchestra. She also served as president of the Lawton YWCA. Following graduation from Cameron College, she moved to Washington, D.C. and was employed as secretary to Oklahoma Congressman Jed Johnson. One day while riding the streetcar, she briefly encountered and was attracted to Charles Harrison, Jr. who was then an Engisn in the U.S. Navy. She considered accidently dropping her umbrella as a ploy to get better acquainted with him. Charles' proper Virginia upbringing led him to learn where she attended church and he went there to get formally introduced to Fern. They were married on December 28, 1940. Fern took the Civil Service exam and was assigned to write contracts for the military during wartime Washington, D.C. Fern retired from active employment and moved with her husband to Cambridge, MA where he pursued his graduate studies and she devoted her efforts to raising her family and Christian fellowship activities. Charles' navy career took them to Philadelphia and later back to Washington, D.C. He retired from active duty in 1957 and accepted employment with Sandia National Labs in Albuquerque. Charles and Fern were members of Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. The family are grateful to Fern's many friends who have kept her in their thoughts and prayers and remained in contact through the years. The family also thank staffs of Atria Vista de Rio in Albuquerque and The Hallmark in Houston. The family especially thank Karen Cordes for her many selfless acts of love and kindness to Charles and Fern. Services will be held on Friday, July 29, 2011, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 927 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit at French University on Thursday, July 28, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. til 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Friends of Nursing, St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital Development Office, P. O. Box 20269, MC 3-206, Houston, TX 77225. Please visit our online guestbook for Fern at : www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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HURD -- PHYLLIS BASSLER Wonderful mother, special grandmother and great friend, passed away July 23, 2011. Phyllis was born April 29, 1916, in Roaring Spring, PA, the daughter of John R. and Edith B. Bassler. Despite her formative years having occurred during the Depression, she grew up in a lively, generous home where her parents planted the seeds for her life-long kind and caring spirit. She was a graduate of Roaring Spring High School and the Altoona School of Commerce. Phyllis has remained close with many of her childhood friends throughout her long and productive life. After working briefly in Altoona for Pennsylvania Power & Light, she was recruited by the Roaring Spring Paper Mill to join their payroll department. She often told stories of the long work weeks at the Mill, and clearly remembered getting only partial holidays for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day. Phyllis married James Whittier Hurd on October 29, 1940. She and Jim moved to Harrisburg in 1949, where she worked for the Pennsylvania Anthracite Institute as a legislative relations specialist until the office was closed due to a fire that occurred as a consequence of Hurricane Agnes in 1972. For the next eight years she worked for the State of Pennsylvania Revenue Department until retiring at age 65. From the 1970s to the late 1980s, Phyllis was an antique dealer associated with a variety of Harrisburg area consignment centers, the last of which was the "Barn" at Hershey. She loved collecting and selling cut-and pressed-glass along with fine porcelain. She spent countless Saturdays going to public auctions with her husband and daughter Pam and enjoyed nothing more than finding a real "treasure" that other dealers had overlooked. Phyllis was a life-long member of the Order of Eastern Star having served Estrelita Chapter 512 in Harrisburg in several offices, culminating as Worthy Matron. Many of her closest and longest friendships were developed from her ties to Eastern Star (both her home Chapter and throughout Central PA). She also served as secretary of the PA Association of Retired Employees (PARSE) until 1994 when she moved to Albuquerque to be close to her only child, daughter Pam, son-in-law Ron and grandson Kyle. During this latter period, she was active in the Daughters of the Nile and Masonic Widows organizations, and was a member of Hoffmantown Church. Throughout her life, Phyllis loved to play piano for family and friends, speak in public (as a school girl she had won oratory awards), create needlepoint, knit scarves, and grow roses. She had a true green thumb regardless of the climate or planting conditions. She left full, thriving rose gardens at her homes in Harrisburg and later in Albuquerque. Her family and many friends in Albuquerque and Harrisburg will miss her sunny disposition, can-do attitude, kind and generous friendship, and her wonderful smile. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, husband James, and brother John R."Jack" Bassler, Jr. She is survived by her daughter Pamela Hurd-Knief; son-in-law Ronald A. Knief; beloved grandson Kyle Alexander Hurd Knief; sister-in-law Catherine Bassler; niece Cornelia Rutherford; and nephew John Bassler. Services will be held at French - Wyoming Chapel on Friday, July 29, 2011, 11:00 a.m., and family and friends may visit one hour prior to service. A private interment will take place. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions may be made to: The Bassler-Hurd Political Science Scholarship Fund at Juniata College. Checks should be mailed to the Office of Development; Juniata College; 1700 Moore Street; Huntingdon, PA 16652. Please visit our online guestbook for Phyllis at: www.RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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LATIMER -- EARLENE Age 65, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2011. She was born March 8, 1946, in Ada, OK, to Inez and Melvin Jones. Earlene is survived by her husband of 49 years, Clay; son, Craig; daughter, Colleen and son-in-law Paul; grandchildren, James, Rebecca, Katherine, and Derik; and sister, Johnnie Graham of Ada, OK. Earlene and Clay lived in California until 1997 when Clay decided to help Harry Karsten establish Karsten Homes, in Albuquerque. She was a great wife, mother, and homemaker; however Earlene contributed to the success of Karsten Homes by assisting Joan Karsten in the interior design of the models. Earlene quietly touched many lives and will be greatly missed. Visitation for Earlene will be held Thursday, July 28, 2011 from Noon until 2:00pm, with services following at 2:00pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services on Wyoming, and burial to follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Earlene's name to the American Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Earlene's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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LEPPELMAN -- MARK STEVEN Was a mere 21 years young when Our Lord unexpectedly called him home on Sunday, July 24th. Mark is survived by his loving parents, Cathy and Steve, devoted brother, Scott, and faithful companion, King. In addition to the many friends, family and others who loved him, Mark also leaves behind years unlived and those whose paths he did not cross. They will not witness his love for family. They will not see his patient understanding of children nor his kindness toward animals and the love they had for him. Nor will they behold his passion for the Lord or know how his faith sustained Mark during those heroic battles that tried his soul. Mark was an excellent marksman and treasured the times with his father shooting his grandfather's pistol. He loved nature and found peace and inspiration in God's creation. How blessed we are, those of us who knew him. How blessed is Mark, that because he trusted in the Lord through whom all things are possible, the child we believe has left us too soon, is now cradled in the arms of Our Savior and has inherited the kingdom of God. Amen. With GOD all things are possible. Mark 10:27. A celebration of Mark's life will be held on Thursday, July 28 at 10:00 a.m. at Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors blvd NW. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the OCD Foundation, www.ocfoundation.org. Condolences may be left at: www.danielsfuneral.com.
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MILLS -- EASTON ELMO age 84, born October 18, 1926, in Syracuse, Kansas, died at his home in Albuquerque on July 22, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Mills and his son, Craig E. Mills. He is survived by his daughter, Jan C'de Baca; by six grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren, including: the family of Chris C'de Baca, his wife, Theresa, and their children, Joseph and Andie; the family of Alicia and Jason Sharpe - Krista Koester and husband, Jake, Mitch Vigil, Zoe Sharpe, and Paisley Sharpe; Alima Jimenez and son, Blaise; and by his granddaughter Arielle Mills and the family of Marina Ybarra. In addition, he leaves behind a loving extended family and many dear friends across the Western states. Easton fell deeply in love with his high school sweetheart, Martha Ellen Royston, who he married in 1944. They were united for almost sixty years, until Martha's death in 2003. They moved to Albuquerque in 1952, where Easton worked as an electrician at Yearout Electric for nearly forty years, until 1991. Easton and Martha were wonderful grandparents. They created a comfortable home surrounded by kind and supportive neighbors. Their home was a refuge of calm and stability for their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren over the course of six decades. Easton's father, the Sheriff of Syracuse, Kansas, and son of the Sheriff before him, was killed in the line of duty while Easton was still an infant. As Easton leaves this world, our consolation is that he finally get to meet his father and reunite with his wife and son in the afterlife. Easton was a stoic, honest, generous man with enviable good looks. All who knew him noted his passion for learning history and how well-read he remained throughout his life. Easton occasionally treated us all to his beautiful baritone voice, which he once used in a barbershop quartet. All of our lives were enriched by knowing him. He will be missed beyond measure, but will live eternally in our hearts and memories. Services will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menual Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Visit our online guestbook for Easton at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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MORROW -- WADE GILBERT Of Rio Rancho, peacefully passed away on July 24, 2011, at the age of 99. His son, Keith, was at his side. He was predeceased by his wife, Yvonne, and is survived by his five children, Carolyn Smith and husband Rick, Colleen Irvine, Keith Morrow, Cathy Green and husband Andy, Celia O'Brien and husband Wayne; his eleven grandchildren; and his seven great-grandchildren. Wade was born on June 16, 1912, in Humphries, MO. He spent many years in the Midwest, moving to Albuquerque in 1969. He was a World War II veteran and spent most of his career in the insurance business working for Mutual of Omaha. Since retiring, Wade stayed busy going to garage sales, always working on a project, working a side job or playing his favorite game, golf. Wade will be missed by all who knew and loved him. A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date.
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ORTIZ -- LEO E. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, July 21, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Ortiz; sons, Patrick Ortiz and wife Jill of Coto De Caza, CA, Kirby Ortiz and wife Sara of Boise, ID, Michael Ortiz and wife Diana of San Clemente, CA; daughter, LeeAnn Ortiz of Albuquerque, NM; daughter-in-law, Sandra Ortiz; sister, Rosalie Walsh of Cleveland, OH; brother, Jimmy Ortiz of Charleston, SC; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leopold and Louisa Ortiz; sister, Ida Ortiz; son, Larry Ortiz. He was born in Raton, NM, in 1928, he experienced the depression like everyone else in that generation and came away stronger for it. When he turned 14 he attempted to enlist in the Navy but the recruiter sent him home. He had more success in 1943 when World War II was in full force and the military needed young men regardless of their age. He sailed into the Pacific aboard the aircraft carrier the USS Belleau Wood (CVL24) and for the next three years was a participant in major sea battles of the Asian Pacific war, Kwajalein, Truk, Saipan, Guam, Battle of the Philippine Sea (where planes from the Belleau Wood sank the Japanese carrier Haijo), Iwo Jima and Okinawa. He was the recipient of 12 battle stars. He was honorably discharged in 1946. He married Lorraine Potter and had 4 sons, Patrick, Kirby, Larry and Mike, and one daughter, LeeAnn. In the summer of 1951 and 1952 his search for work took him to Thule, Greenland where he worked on "Project Bluejay" building a military base. On his return the family moved to the shores of Lake Erie in Ohio. Leo was a member of Plumbers Local #55 of Cleveland, OH for 60 years. In 1979 they moved to NM where he retired. Leo was a quiet, un-assuming man. His legacy to his children is his work ethic which continues as an inspiration to all of us. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm, Thursday, July 28, 2011, at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE and Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho, NM. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 am, Friday, July 29, 2011 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Inurnment with Military Honors will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, July 30, 2011 at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit website www.danielsfuneral.com. Mr. Ortiz's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sara Chapel 4310 Sara Rd. SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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PRADA -- FLOYD E. Passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, July 24, 2011. He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Prada. Floyd is survived by his son, Gilbert; girlfriend, Annie LaVaille; mother, Connie Prada; brothers and sisters, Rudy, Nena, Louana, David, Mel, Corrine, Edward, Lillian, Emily, Raymond and Rosalie, their spouses; many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles as well as other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at the San Ysidro Parish Center, 3552 Agua Fria St. in Santa Fe. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, July 27th, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, July 28 , 2011 at 11:00am. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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PROVOOST -- WES WARD Age 48, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly doing what he loved to do on Saturday, July 23, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Denise J. Provoost; daughter, Caitlin Provoost; father, George A. Provoost; half-brother, Jake Provoost and wife, Peggy; niece, Tya Provoost; and great-nephew, Jadon Provoost; father and mother-in-law, Ernest and Irene Rivera; sister-in-law, Olivia DeSantis and husband, Tristan and brother-in-law, Vincent Rivera. Wes was preceded in death by his mother, Carole A. Provoost. Wes graduated from Highland High School. He was a longtime resident of the South East Heights. He worked for, and was part owner of Provoost Construction. He was a perfectionist at carpentry and plumbing in which several awards were attained. Wes was an avid hunter, camper, fisherman, motorcyclist and loved to bake and cook. A rosary will be recited on Thursday, July 28 at 9:00 am at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. A mass will follow. Pallbearers will be Tristan DeSantis, Vincent Rivera, Greg Sceiford, Tom Fitzpatrick, Dan Clauster, Joe Platt Lance Grandstaff and Carl Pacheco. Wes's life will be celebrated on Saturday, July 30 from 10:00 am to noon at Hyder Park, at Wellesley St. and Pershing St. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association, animalhumanenm.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Wes at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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ROMERO -- RICARDO E. Sr. Age 59, passed away July 25, 2011. Services entrusted to SALAZAR & SONS MORTUARY 400 3RD St SW Albuquerque, NM 87102
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ROYBAL -- MARIA "LALA" Age 89, passed away July 25, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. "LaLa" was born in Albuquerque on January 24, 1922 and a life-time resident of Albuquerque. She was a very active member in the Catholic community especially at Queen of Heaven Parish as well as Cursillo, Catholic Daughters Association, St. Jude Society and St. Vincent de Paul. "LaLa" is preceded in death by her husband, John T. Roybal; parents, Luis and Rosa Martinez Santillanes; brother, Louis Santillanes, Jr.; brother-in-law, Rumaldo Armijo; sister-in-law Edwina Santillanes. She is survived by her brothers, Billy and wife, Ellen, Joseph, Maurice and wife, Nancy and Orlando Santillanes; sister, Vickie Armijo and sister-in-law, Arlene Santillanes; aunt, Fita Roybal; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be from 3:00 5:00 P.M., Thursday, July 28, 2011 at the Carlisle Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 3113 Carlisle Boulevard, NE. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 P.M., Thursday, July 28, 2011 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M., Friday, July 29, 2011 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Avenue, NE with interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul and/or the St. Jude Society. Pallbearers will be Joseph Santillanes, Jr., Kenneth, Eddie and David Santillanes, Michael Armijo and David Yee. Honorary pallbearers are Anthony, Kevin, Raymond and John Santillanes, Rumaldo and Phillip Armijo and Ken Bower. Please share your condolences, sympathies and memories with the family at: www.danielsfuneral.com Maria's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Service 3113 Carlisle Boulevard, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188
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SAIZ -- STEPHANIE Age 39, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2011. To view Service information or leave a condolence, visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Stephanie's care entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102
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SANCHEZ -- BRANDO GENE Happy Birthday my dearest Brando, today you would have been 23 years of age. We had your favorite pizza and we ate your favorite cake. We were all blessed with the time we had to spend with you. You never said "I'm leaving" You never said goodbye. You were gone before we knew it and only God knew why. A million times we've needed you; a million times we've cried, if love alone could have saved you, you would have never died. In life we loved you dearly; in death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place that no one could ever fill. We love you always. Love Mom Judy, Grandma Jennie, Grandpa Eddie, Aunt Sindy, Uncle Gene and special cousin Kayla.
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SATTERFIELD -- BEN Beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, age 62 died suddenly and unexpectedly on 7/24/2011. Born on Christmas Day, 1948 in La Tuna, TX, Ben lived most of his life in Albuquerque (with a few years in Phoenix). Preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Alice, brother Henry and sisters Mary and Pat. Ben is survived by his loving wife, Janet; two sons, Shawn (wife Dixie) and Justin; daughter Heather; and grandson Marcus; brothers Bill, Charles, Jerry and Delbert; sisters Shirley & Alta; many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends, (especially Shanna) all who loved him dearly. Ben was a loving husband, a fantastic dad and a great person to be around. He will be sadly missed by all those who knew him. Services will be held at 3:00 pm on Wednesday July 27, 2011 at Calvary Chapel, in the Hub, 4001 Osuna Rd, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Reception to follow immediately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ben's name to: Help Kyria Paws for People Foundation P.O. Box 491 Round Hill, VA 20142-0491
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SAVAGE -- JOSETTE MARIE Passed away Monday, July 18, 2011. Josette is survived by her husband, Ron, of forty two years. She was born in Albuquerque on January 28, 1939. Josette attended St. Mary's, Albuquerque High and the University of New Mexico. She worked for Albuquerque National Bank/Sunwest Bank for thirty two years as a computer programer. Josette was part of the programing staff that installed the first computer for the bank in the 1960's, retiring in 1990. She enjoyed sewing, embroidery, knitting and traveling in her motor home. Memorial Graveside Service will be held Saturday, July 30, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Josette's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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SEFICK -- EMILY Age 80, died Monday, July 25, 2011, in Canyon Transitional Rehabilitation Center. Emily is survived by her brother, Stephen; and sister, Shirley, both of Maryland; and numerous other relatives and friends. Emily was preceded in death by her parents, Stephen Sefick and Marie Paul. Emily has been a resident of Albuquerque since 1979. She worked as a systems analyst and supervisor for Social Security for many years. Emily was a longtime member of Sangre de Cristo Church. Friends may visit French - Wyoming Chapel on Thursday, July 28, 2011, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at a later date at Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland with interment taking place in Dulaney Valley Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Emily at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SMITH -- SONYA Age 55, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Sonya's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109 505-821-0010
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STALLINGS -- LUELLA (LUE) Beloved mother and daughter, Luella passed away July 22, 2011, with her son, Wayne, and mother, Elsie, holding her hands. She was born on June 2, 1939, in Preston, MO., and a resident of Albuquerque, NM since 1969 with her husband, Ray Stallings, who served in the USAF. Lue's love and great sense of humor was a delight to everyone. She was preceded in death by her husband and father. Lue is survived by her devoted mother, Elsie Wagner, of Alb., NM; two loving sons, Wayne Stallings of Denver, CO, Alan Stallings of Alb., NM; and many dear friends and family still residing in MO. We will always remember her. Luella will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew her.
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TAFOYA -- GRACE P. 95 years old, died Saturday, July 23, 2011 in Littleton, CO. Grace is survived by her son, Chet (Tafoya) Blue-Sky, his wife, Gayle, and granddaughter, Megan Blue-Sky, all of Littleton, CO; and many other loving family members. Grace was preceded in death by her husband, Teofilo Tafoya. They were married 57 years. Mr. Tafoya was Art Director and/or teacher at the Albuquerque, Phoenix, Pine Ridge, SD, and Jemez Pueblo Indian Schools. Grace received her B.A. degree in 1941 in Elementary Education from Eastern New Mexico University, and was the only American Indian to attend that college at the time. Grace was a teacher at Bureau of Indian Affair schools in Albuquerque, Phoenix, and Pine Ridge, SD, and worked in day schools in Jemez, San Juan, and Isleta Pueblos. Her last assignment with the Bureau of Indian Affairs was at the Albuquerque Indian School with United Pueblos Agency and in a special Navajo program. She also taught at the Santo Domingo Public School. Grace was a member of Ken Caryl Baptist Church in Littleton, CO and also a past member of First Baptist Church of Albuquerque. Services will be held on Friday, July 29, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM with Pastor Jerry Evans officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menual Blvd. NE. Friends may visit on Thursday, July 28, 2011, from 5:00 til 8:00 p.m., at French University. Please visit our online guestbook for Mary at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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WENTE -- HERMANN AUGUST Age 82, died Tuesday, July 26, 2011. He was born February 3, 1929, in Newport News, Virginia. After graduating from Virginia Polytechnic Institute as an Aeronautical Engineer, he served for six years in the U.S. Air Force as a fighter pilot stationed in Albuquerque. Following military service, he worked at Sandia National Laboratory for 33 years-including two years at Bell Labs in Washington, D.C. His work took him to many rocket launch sites in the States and the Pacific. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Baker Wente (Meg); daughter, Clara Wente and husband Damon Alcorn; son, Will and wife Christie Wente and their two sons, Ethan and Taren; two sisters, Else Bunch and Helen and husband David Beckman, plus one niece and three nephews. Hermann was preceded in death by his parents, Wilhelm and Else Sturm Wente and by J. Milton Bunch and two nephews. Hermann helped found the Albuquerque Soaring Club for which he served as instructor and tow pilot. He was a sixty-year member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. In addition to family, he had a love for sailing, camping, history and gardening. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2011 at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul Blvd NE. Hermann's ashes will be scattered in the mountains, as he wanted. Gifts to honor his life may be made to the National Parkinson Foundation Gift Processing Center, POB 5018, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5018. Please visit our online guestbook for Hermann at: RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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