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ALDERETTE -- TELESFOR Age 82, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline Alderette. He is survived by his six children, Jo Ann Olguin, Rita Apodaca and husband, Lonnie, John Alderette, Richard Alderette and wife, Cheryl, Theresa Olguin, and Joe Alderette and wife, Darlene; 15 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; two brothers and one sister. Services will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Mildred Ave NW (corner of 4th Street and Mildred). The Rosary will be recited on Thursday, July 28, at 6:00 pm and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 29, at 9:00 am. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th Street ABQ. (505) 343-8008.
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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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ARMIJO -- ANGELINA ALARID A lifetime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2011 surrounded by her loved ones. Angie was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Ted Armijo. She is survived by her sons, Frank and his wife, Patricia and Ronald and his wife, Haleen; daughters, Regina Olivas and her husband, Ron and Roseann Hoisington. Angie's descendents consist of 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and two on the way. Angie enjoyed her life as a wife, mother and grandmother. Angie was known for her patience, her love of the Lord, and being a kind, soft spoken woman who only had good things to say about others. She was a member of Risen Savior Catholic Community. Friends may visit French - Wyoming Chapel Friday, July 29, 2011 beginning at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, July 30, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, by The Most Reverend Bishop Arthur Tafoya, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Angie's grandsons, Frank Jr., Adam, Lance, Gary, Aaron, Jacob, Matthew, Kevin, and Andrew. Please visit our online guestbook for Angie at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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CROWNOVER -- MARY ANN September 8, 1946-July 21, 2011 Mary Ann was born in Albuquerque, NM and lived most of her life in Los Lunas, NM. She graduated from LLHS and NMSU. Mary Ann was an educator, an administrative assistant and proudly served our country as an officer in the USMC during the Vietnam War. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her father Arthur Crownover and brother Arthur Lee Crownover. She is survived by her son Thomas Punzo of Clemson SC; her mother Juanita Crownover; sister Sybil and husband Phil Russell of Surprise, AZ. Interment will be at Ft. Bayard National Cemetery, Ft. Bayard, NM.
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DODRILL -- GORDON JERVIS (JERRY) Age 72, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn Dodrill; children and grandchildren, Leora Dodrill (Devin and Braden), Brad Dodrill and wife, Jennifer, Lorinda Haugen and husband, Darrell (Ashlee and Bridgette), Sally Preston (Kendall and Samantha), Kristen Preston, Joe Preston and wife, Gail (Tommy and Madeline), and Susan Williams and husband, Skip (Garrett, Caroline, Payton and Sydney); Jerry's sisters, Sandra DeGregorio and husband, Pat, Rebecca Sinclair and husband, Jim and Cynthia Simpkins; and many nieces and nephews. Jerry was welcomed into this world in Follansbee, WV by his parents, Lilith Jervis Dodrill and Gordon R. Dodrill. They moved to Pittsburgh, PA and later Canton, OH where Jerry spent his younger years. After serving in the Navy, Jerry received a B.S. in electrical engineering from Akron University and a master's degree from the University of New Mexico. His entire professional career was with Sandia National Laboratories, primarily in the satellite division. While at the Labs, he also developed tutorials and taught computer languages. A member of Hoffmantown Church, he taught various Bible classes for kids and adults. After retirement, Jerry enjoyed many happy days on the course with his golf buddies. During his last months at home, when dementia took his independence, Rich Smith was his companion for outings and lunch. The last days of his life he was lovingly cared for at The Retreat in Rio Rancho. Friends may visit French - Lomas Chapel Thursday, July 28, 2011 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Services will be held Friday, July 29, 2011, 3:00 p.m., at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Jerry at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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FRANCISCO -- MARIE Age 68, passed away on July 26, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. Marie was born on December 10, 1942 in Canoncito, NM. She is survived by one son Jefferson Largo; six daughters; Rebekah Marie Apachito, Maxine Apachito, Andrea A Gonzales, Avis Apachito, Audrey F. Francisco, Eva A Blakeman; one sister Carolyn Sandoval; ten grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. The services for Marie are pending at this time and are under the care of : SALAZAR & SONS MORTUARY 400 Third Street SW Albuquerque, NM 87102
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GARDNER -- FAYE Age 93, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Faye'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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GUZZARDI -- JOSEPH Sr. Age 88, joined our Lord July 24, 2011. He is survived by his loving wife, Diana Guzzardi and family; son, Joe Guzzardi, Jr. and wife Kassie; daughter, Tina Noto and husband Vince; grandchildren, Nicholas Guzzardi, Dawn Murphey-Hastings, and Chris Murphey; five great-grandchildren; brother, John Guzzardi; sister, Tessie Leone, and many extended loving family. A Visitation will be held Sunday, July 31, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 2400 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM. A Mass will be celebrated Monday, August 1, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Joseph's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192
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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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JARAMILLO -- ROSA ANNA (ROSE) LUCERO Born October 4, 1911 in Alameda, New Mexico to Gertrudes (Gonzales) and Abel Lucero, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 23, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Elviria, Eloisa, Lucy, and Dometillia; brother Florano; husband George; daughters Isabel and Sally; son Sonny; and great-grandson Jordan. Rose is survived by her daughters Mary Priscilla (husband Vic Naujokas) and Tillie (husband Buck Rushworth); sisters Merlinda Bazan, Sylveria Apodaca and Maria Lovato; and brother Fidel Lucero. She had five grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. She had a great love for her family and will be greatly missed. Pallbearers are David Montoya, Orlando Padilla, Richard Leonard, Marc Grabowski, Justin Grabowski and Caelob Grabowski. Rose had a strong faith and was a member of Saint Anthony Parish in Anaheim, California where a Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, July 29, 2011. Please visit the hilgenfeldmortuary.com daily service schedule for more info.
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JOHNSON -- JOSEPH F. II Age 76, passed peacefully at home with his loving family by his side, on July 25, 2011. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend and a life-long resident of Los Lunas, NM. He is with our Lord and Savior along with his father Joseph F. Johnson; mother Grace Johnson; brother Bill Johnson; and many other loved ones who have gone on before him. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Esther L. Johnson; his children, Pam Remalia, Joe Johnson and wife Dell, Patricia Armijo and husband Horacio, Peggy Harbers, Paula Ryerson and Penni Atwood and husband Bob; his grandchildren, Joseph F. Johnson IV and wife Ashleigh, Erin Johnson, Keiten Johnson, Justin Johnson, John Remalia, Joseph Remalia, Megan Wells and husband Noah, Billy Armijo, Kevin Rolfe, Matthew Truman, Jason Ryerson and Jake Terrell; his great-granddaughters, Hailey, Journey, Scarlett, Autumn, Austyn and Zoe; and a sister, Dorothy Smyth and husband Leo. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Faith Family Church Building Fund, PO Box 1471, Los Lunas, NM 87031. Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at Noblin Funeral Service. A Memorial Service will be held at Valencia Valley Church of the Nazarene, 33 El Cerro Rd., Los Lunas, NM on Saturday July 30, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. with a potluck dinner to follow at the Duncan Memorial Building.
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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 gets 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 wel--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. Please visit our online guestbook for Easton at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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OPPERMAN -- FERN DELORES WOLCOTT Was born October 9, 1914 into a Christian family of Frederick Robinson Wolcott and Laura Mae Bradfield in Waterloo, IA. She had three sisters, Joy, Adaline, and Laura. At a young age, the family moved to Albuquerque for the health of her youngest sister. Fern eventually met and married Arthur Opperman, a preacher, from Kansas, on January 1, 1937. They were married for 64 years before his death in 2001. She had four children, daughter, Donna, sons, Robert and Larry, and daughter, Billie. Fern liked to talk about how romantic Arthur was, buying her beautiful cards and putting sweet love notes in them. Fern loved the Lord with all her heart. One of her favorite scriptures was "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". She was preceded in death by her sister, Laura at age 4; her son, Robert at age 5; husband, Arthur at age 87; and her two other sisters, Joy and Adaline in recent years. Fern is survived by her three children, Donna, Larry, and Billie; six grandchildren, Terri, Shelly, Gina, Eric, and Jennifer; and by eight great-grandchildren, Samantha, Brittanie, Noah, Joey, Ashton, Jaden, Carlee, and Greg. Services will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at French -University Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Albuquerque Rescue Mission, P. O. Box 331, Albuquerque, NM 87103, or 505-346-4673 would be appreciated. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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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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RAY -- WILLIAM HORACE 1919-2011 William Horace Ray, age 91, a resident of Pagosa Springs, CO, passed away on Saturday, July 23. He resided at Pine Ridge Extended Care in Pagosa Springs since February 2011. Horace was born September 15, 1919 in Cheraw, CO, one of four children born to Jesse Verne Ray and Myrtle Ethel Wolf Ray. The family moved to Belen, NM, in 1921 and remained lifelong residents of New Mexico. Horace graduated from Belen High School in 1938 and was always proud of his school and the football that he played while there. In 1939 he married his life companion, Alice Josephine Alexander. Horace, his twin brother Howard, and younger brother Paul all served their country during World War II. He served in the US Army, Pacific Theatre, in the Philippines and was honorably discharged in January, 1946. After WWII he was employed by AT&SF Railway in Albuquerque, NM, retiring as a Stationary Engineer with 40 years of outstanding service. Horace was an avid hunter and fisherman through out his life, even enjoying a spring turkey hunt at the age of 91. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Alice J Ray. Horace is survived by his sister, Wanda Garrison and husband, Joe of Albuquerque; sons, Dick and wife, Vimmie, and Rodney and wife, Debbie, all of Pagosa Springs, CO, and Sam and wife, Susan of Quemado, NM; daughter, Jeannette Angus and husband, Charles of Washougal, WA; 11 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 30, with a Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Sign William online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM
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REGAL -- DAVID L. Aged 70, of Albuquerque, formally of St. Paul MN, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 26, 2011. Preceded in death by his parents Meade and Emma Regal. Survived by his children, John (Barb), Mark (Lisa), Patricia, Susanne, and Jessica; grandchildren, Kathryn, Samantha, Hannah, Alison, Miles, Lillian, Luciana, and Aiden. Also survived by brothers Robert (Marge), Thomas (Millie); sister Mary (Kathy); many nieces, nephews and friends. A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on July 29, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of New Mexico at 4015 Carlisle NE, Suite E, Albuquerque NM, 87107. Special thanks to Eileen Dosch for her exceptional care and support. David's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87110 (505) 884-1188
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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, went to be with our Lord and Savior Sunday, July 24, 2011. She was born on January 17, 1972 to Stephen and Roseanne Trujillo, in Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her father, Stephen J. Saiz Sr.; brother, Stephen J. Saiz Jr. Stephanie is survived by her significant other, Phillip Gallegos; her daughter, Sheri Garza and husband AJ; grandson, Urijah Garza; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She worked for APS for 15 years. Stephanie adored her family and loved spending time with them. She enjoyed cooking, reading and listening to music. A Visitation will take place today at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel of Angles from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will also take place at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel of Angles Friday, July 29, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. Inurnment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Urn Bearers are, Steve Trujillo, William Duran, Phillip Benavidez, Jacob Benavidez; Honorary Urn Bearers are Steven Trujillo, and Josh Benavidez. To view Service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Stephanie's care entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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SANCHEZ -- AURORA CORDOVA A servant of God, a dedicated daughter, a caring sister, a loving wife and a shepherding mother. She worked hard and persistently, to caring for her children - rising early, taking few breaks and when she laid her head down to rest, she slept like a woman whose work was done. Aurora died July 26, 2011, at 6:40 after a long journey with Alzheimer's. Her husband Jose Francisco and son Benjamin preceded her in death. She is survived by three sisters, eleven children: Antonio, Angelina, Agatha, Andres, Jeanette, Alicia, Bernardo, Maria, Carlos, Catharina, Cristobal and their spouses. She had twenty-five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren who were blessed with her love. For each person, who met her, who listened to her, who spent time with her, they will remember her wisdom, her shiny eyes and her beautiful smiles. Please pray for her and her family. Services: public viewing on Sunday, July 27, 2011, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Berardinelli Funeral Home and Rosary at 7:30 pm at St. Anne's Church. Funeral Mass, Monday, August 1, 2011, at 11:00 am at St. Anne's Church with interment at the National Cemetery at 12:45 pm. Following will be a reception at St. Anne's church hall. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, (505) 984-8600. Please sign our guestbook for the family at: www.berardinellifuneralhome.com
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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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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 Grace 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
        Published on: Thu July 28, 2011