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ABBOTT -- ALLAN S. Passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2011. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Dorothy; daughter, Carmen Abbott of Jacksonville FL; son, Manley Abbott of Livermore, ME; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brother, Wayne Abbott of Apex, NC. Allan retired from the Army after 21 years of service and also collected coins and antique Packards. He had a great sense of humor and was a good natured man who loved to cook. Allan also enjoyed gardening and fixing things. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at French ~ Lomas Chapel. Interment will follow in Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:45 p.m. Donations can be made in Allan's name to the Albuquerque Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd NE, Ste. 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Please visit our online guestbook for Allan at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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ARCHIBEQUE -- MICHAEL "MICKEY" Age 78, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Miguel's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87124 505-891-9192
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ARGENTA -- DANIELLE REYNOLDS Age 43, passed away July 28, 2011, from complications of Breast Cancer. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church Albuquerque. Graduated from Highland High School with a 4.0 in 1986. Was a member of the Highlanders Drill Team and homecoming court, and was awarded a Presidential Scholarship to UNM. She was a lifetime Society member of Chi Omega, where she served as treasurer and on the House Corporation Board. She received a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Danielle excelled as a microbiologist. In addition to her career, Dani and her husband established The Lawn Rangers, Inc., Desert View Custom Homes and Silver Legacy. Danielle was preceded in death by her grandparents Boss and Millie Reynolds and Alvin and Alma Kunath. She is survived by her husband, Marcus of sixteen years; daughters, Kiana, Kayla, and Sierra; parents, Chuck and Jann Reynolds; sisters, Deborah, Diana Irwin, and Desiree Flanagan; niece Jessica Irwin; nephews, Jordan and Justin Flanagan; aunts Mitzi Andermann and husband Robert, Joan Ridout and many other family and friends. Donations for "Dani's Girls" can be made at Union Savings Bank, 1500 Mercantile Avenue, NE 87107. A celebration of Danielle's life will be held Monday, August 1, 2011, at 2:00 pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Wyoming Chapel. To view funeral information or leave a condolence please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Dani's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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BALTZLEY -- NOLA BELLE Age 89, passed away at home after a short illness on Thursday, July 28, 2011. She is survived by her sons, Ralph and his wife, Marilyn and Doug and his wife, Karen; daughters, Lana Harrison and her husband, Bill and Linda Baltzley and her husband, Karl Swartz; six grandchildren, Clifford, Jason, Sarah, Sunny, Becky and Kristi; nine great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Nola was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Clifford A. Baltzley; and sisters, Gertrude Pittard and Ruth McQueary. She was a partner with Clifford in the operation of the Honey Boy Ranch in Pecos, NM. Nola loved to travel, garden and take care of her family. She was a loving and caring mother, wife, mother-in-law, grandmother and friend and loved nothing better than to be with her family and friends. Nola was a devoted Christian and will be dearly missed. A celebration of Nola's life will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at French-Wyoming Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Nola's memory to Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018. www.pdf.org. FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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BARBOUR -- FRANCES DOREEN Age 88, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, July 25, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. Frances was born in Rives, Tennessee on August 31, 1922. She was preceded in her passing by her husband of 62 years, Eugene Barbour in 2002; sister Dorthy Wellford; brother Wayne Witherington; sons David, Johnny and Jim. Frances and Eugene met in high school in Memphis, TN and married in 1940. They moved their young family to Park Forrest, IL in 1954. In 1965 the family moved to northern California. Frances and Eugene came to Albuquerque, NM in 2001 to be near their daughter. Frances is survived by her daughter Dianne Barbour of Albuquerque, NM; two granddaughters, Alysha and Chelsea Barbour; and son-in-law Wes Christopher, all of Portland, OR. Frances leaves three grandchildren, three-year-old Sylas Christopher, and nine-month-old twins Scarlett and Jasper Christopher. Due to Fran's expressed wishes, there will be no formal ceremony prior to her internment at Sunset Memorial Park. The immediate family members will be having a private memorial celebration of her life. The Barbour family entrusted their loved one to French Funeral Home and Crematory.
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BARELA -- RAMON The family of Ramon Barela thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87108 505-764-9663
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BELL -- OLIVE MCCASKILL December 22, 1915 - July 26, 2011 Olive Lance McCaskill was born in Greenville, Mississippi, on December 22, 1915. She studied journalism at Southeastern Louisiana University andworked as the society reporter for the California Democrat in California, where she was sent on assignment to interview Saul Bell. Saul and Olive were married in August of 1937 and left for California on their honeymoon. When they hit the mountains of New Mexico, Olive insisted that they stop and settle there. They made their home in Albuquerque, where they raised nine children and shared 59 happy years of marriage. Olive was a gifted and captivating storyteller, an avid reader,and a lifelong learner with an unquenchable thirst for adventure. Her love of life extended to many creative pursuits: she was an accomplished seamstress and knitter, ceramic artist, woodcarver, glassworker, and gardener. She inspired her loved ones with her passionate approach to living. In 1949, she graduated from the Gemological Institute of America-the only woman in her class. For her 60th birthday, she took flying lessons, pursuing a lifelong desire to be a pilot. In her eighties, she built a cottage in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, where she spent ten happy summers. She was co-founder and chairman of the Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival and Highland Games, which is still going strong 23 years later. She founded The MacAskill Sept Society of the U.S. and Canada and co-founded the Clan MacLaren Society of North America. She has been an officer and very active member of the Clan MacLeod Society for more than 30 years. Olive marveled at the world and modeled an attitude of curiosity and passion for her children and grandchildren. She embodied a spirit of adventure and boldness, and gave each of her descendants a deep appreciation for their family history. She passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Olive was preceded in death by her husband Saul Bell and her son Mandel Bell. She leaves behind a nephew, Jamie McCaskill, and 36 direct descendants including her eight living children: Elizabeth, Hugh (Margaret), Eddie (Pam), Neil, Alan (Audrey), Martin (Paula Crevoshay), Molly (Charles Springer), Bruce (Darcel); 13 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. We cherish our memories of her and will pass her stories on and on. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Olive's name to the New Mexico Library for the Blind (1209 Camino Carlos Rey, Santa Fe, 87507-5166),a great program that provided her pleasure and sanity for over 17 years, or Open Space Alliance(P.O. Box 91265, Albuquerque, NM 87199), because Olive valued the preservation of New Mexico's beautiful open spaceand enjoyed seeing the bright green of their sorghum field from her south garden. A memorial celebration of Olive's life will be held on Sunday, September 18, 2011, from 10am-1pm in the Olive and Saul Bell Plaza of Bosque School (4000 Learning Rd., Albuquerque, NM 87120).
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BOLAND -- ANASTATIA CLARK Of St. Louis, Missouri passed away on July 28, 2011. Beloved wife of the late William Munroe Boland; loving mother of Margaret M. Boland PhD, William M. (Emily) Boland, Michael Dee (Helaine) Boland, Elizabeth Mullanphy (Al) Barbieri and John L. (Michele) Boland II. Cherished grandmother of 16 and great-grandmother of ten. Anastatia was the co-owner of Anastatia Galleries of Albuquerque and St. Louis with her daughter Elizabeth. She was an active real-estate broker and instrumental in the development of numerous subdivisions in West St. Louis County. She was a life-member of the Albuquerque Museum and one of the advocates for its location near Old Town. Best of all, she loved her family, life, and people. A Visitation and Funeral Mass will be held on August 1, 2011 at St. Joseph's Church in Clayton, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Carmelite Monastery, 9150 Clayton Rd., 63124 MO. Online condolences may be sent to: www.ambrusterdonnelly.com
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BONNEY -- MELA ULIBARRI Died on Feb. 5, 2011 in San Pedro, CA surrounded by her family. She was born on Oct. 27, 1920 to the home of Jose Federico and Maria Modesta Ulibarri. She was raised in Colonias and Santa Rosa, NM, attended and graduated from Santa Rosa High. Mela married Eduardo Bonney in the Santa Rosa de Lima Catholic Church and moved to San Pedro, CA, where they raised their family. She was employed at Barton Hill Elementary for 16 years as an Education Assistant, a job she loved because she enjoyed helping and teaching children. She was very patient, kind and nurturing. Mela was devoted to her Catholic faith and attended St. Peters Catholic Church where she was a member of the Altar Society Legion of Mary. People who knew Mela can attest to her deep devotion and grounded belief of Jesus Christ by the way she lived her life. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Eduardo; son, Eddie; daughter, Rita; two brothers, Jose Ulibarri and Ramon Ulibarri; a sister, Isabel Ulibarri. Mela is survived by her sons, Robert, Danny, Richard, Steven; daughters, Gloria Brusick and husband Richard, Debra Teran and husband Chato, Elizabeth Lenkeit and husband John, Evelyn Arsenault and husband David. She also leaves behind 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. Her surviving siblings include, Eloy Ulibarri and wife Viola, sister Stella Martinez and husband Joe A., Magdelena Romero; sisters-in-law, Patsy Ulibarri and Pat Ulibarri; many nieces and nephews. Mela was buried in San Pedro, CA on February 10, 2011. A Memorial Service is planned for Mela Ulibarri-Bonney and will be held in Santa Rosa, NM on August 6, 2011. Services will be at Santa Rosa de Lima Catholic Church.
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BRADBERRY -- LILLIAN MARIE Born May 12, 1941 and passed away July 8, 2011 She is survived by her daughter, Denece Alvarez; husband Armando; granddaughters Lee Marie and Lori Denece; great-grandchildren Mia, Michael and Paul; and sister Dot Whitener. She was preceded in death by her parents, A.B. and Ruby Stanley, brother Owen Stanley, sisters Margaret Parmer and Betty Backman. A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held on August 6, 2011 at 10:30am. The Memorial will be held at 1600 Indiana NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Pallbearers are Armando Alvarez, Aido Guelfi, Steve Doty, David Hockmuth, Scott Dodd, Scott E Dodd, Michael Guelfi and Paul Alvarez.
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BURRIGHT -- LLOYD I. Age 90, resident of Albuquerque since 1957, passed away on July 28, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda "Bee"; his parents, Grace and Frank Burright,; his sister Elaine McDanel; his three brothers, Bob Burright, Max Burright and Richard Burright. He is survived by his son, Gary Burright and his daughter-in-law, Vera Burright; four grandchildren, Ethan and Erin Burright of Gallup, NM, Adam McNamee of Moscow, Idaho and Angela McNamee of Roswell, NM; two great grandchildren, Bridget and Chloe McNamee of Roswell, NM; three sisters, Pat Hindergardt of Venita, OK, Betty Templeman of Medford, OR and Delores Collins of Sulphur, OK. He is also survived by numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Lloyd was born in 1921 in Alva, OK. He grew up on a family farm near Helena, OK, the oldest of eight children. He graduated from Helena High School where he was active in FFA and baseball. He was in the United States Army Air Corp from 1942 to 1946. He worked at Los Alamos National Laboratories from 1947 to 1950. He worked various construction jobs until 1957 when he was employed by Sandia Laboratories. He retired from Sandia in 1982. He was a 60+ year member of the UA Pipe Fitters Local 412. Lloyd was an avid sportsman. He loved baseball, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports. Lloyd was an accomplished gardener. He was famous for his home-canned pickles, succulent tomatoes, and home grown garlic. Lloyd was happiest cooking for his beloved friends, family, and neighbors. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your favorite charity or organization in Lloyd's name. Please visit our online guestbook for Lloyd at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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COLGAN -- BOB In memory of Bob Colgan Oct. 20, 1929 - Aug. 1, 2010 All temporal things may pass away and vanish out of sight...but love and kindness survive to warm our hearts. "I gazed a gliding, hovering gull, above the heads of waves. Our dear Gull is floating free, his spirit touching all." With love your Irish Scibe and Dee
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DOUGHERTY -- PATRICK JOSEPH A life-long resident of Albuquerque, passed away at University of New Mexico Hospital on July 27, 2011, after a tragic accident. He was born in Albuquerque on March 16, 1954. He was the fourth of five children born to Cleo A. Dougherty and Ann M. Dougherty. He was known as Uncle Pat to family and friends. He graduated from St. Pius X High School in 1972 and attended the University of New Mexico. Patrick worked as a conductor/brakeman for the BNSF Railroad for 17 years. He lived his life with love for family and friends and much, much laughter. He was known for his heart of gold. Patrick is survived by his brothers, Dennis of East Stroudsburg, PA, Richard, of Panorama City, CA, and Charles, of Thoreau, NM; his sister, Diane Ganzerla, of Albuquerque; his many nieces and nephews, cousins, and his special friend, Faith Basaillon. A Rosary will be held at 6:00 pm on July 31, 2011, at Daniels Family Mortuary, 7601 Wyoming Blvd., NE, Albuquerque. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am on August 1, 2011, at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd., NE, Albuquerque. He will be interred near his parents who preceded him in death at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Albuquerque.
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DURALL -- RICHARD B. A Remembrance Age 74, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. Richard was born on June 29, 1937 in Pomona, CA and raised in Los Angeles, CA. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Luella Elaine; his daughter, Dawn DuRall-Patterson (Jeff); granddaughter, Cassie; his son, Robert DuRall (Lynn); grandson, Michael; granddaughter, Kayla Novak, and great-grandson Keagan. Richard graduated from Los Angeles High School in 1956 and went on to college at Los Angeles City College, California State University Northridge and received his BA in History in 1963. He received his teaching certificate at U.C. Berkeley in 1964 and began his high school teaching career in Anderson Union High School (Anderson, CA) and Santa Maria High School Dist. (CA). The family moved to Seattle, WA where he attended University of Washington for his MA in Asian History awarded in 1971. He then taught in several community colleges in the Puget Sound area in Washington State and began teaching at Highline High School where he taught history and was the soccer coach when they won their divisional and State championships in 1982. He was active in coaching his son's soccer team for several years in the 1970's. He taught history at Evergreen High School from 1984-2002 as well as computers. Because of his computer skills he joined the US Navy Reserves in 1983 as a Data Processing Tech and served his active duty training in Yokosuka, Japan; Rota, Spain; Stuttgart, Germany; CINCPAC in Hawaii and joint Navy-Coast Guard Harbor Defense Command in Seattle, WA. He retired as a chief Petty Officer in 1999. While serving in the reserves he joined the Employers Support for Guard and Reserves (ESGR) and served as the Puget Sound Ombudsman. After retiring from the Navy and teaching, he and his wife moved to Albuquerque in 2004 where he joined the Albuquerque ESGR becoming their Ombudsman, the Navy League, the Naval Reserves Chiefs Assoc. and was on the founding Governing Council of the Bataan Military Academy. He loved to travel and he and his wife have gone to the Yucatan, Peru, Mexico, Australia, the Cook Islands in the South Pacific, Japan and China. They belonged to the "Silver Sneakers" program at the Horn branch of the Northeast YMCA. His last wishes were to be buried at sea. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Bataan Military Academy, Chief Durall Scholarship Fund, 8001 Mountain Road Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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DURAN -- JUANITA A. The family of Juanita A. Duran thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87108 505-764-9663
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ESPINOSA -- RUEBEN Age 76, of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011. He will rest in the Lord until Resurrection Morning. He was born in Maxwell and raised in Corrales, NM. He honorably served in the US Army. Rueben volunteered much of his time building churches in Greece, Mexico, and the United States. He was an active member of American Legion Post 13. Rueben is survived by Diane, his loving wife of 51 years; son Steve Espinosa and wife Terri; daughters Carol Little, Cindy Driscoll and husband David; grandchildren, Steve T., Nick, Andrew, Meghan, and Brigid; siblings, Joe, Clyde, Mary, William, Richard, and Arlene. He was preceded in death by sisters Connie, Sally, and son-in-law Russell Little. A Funeral Service will be held Monday, August 1, 2011, 10:00 a.m. at Albuquerque Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2201 Estancia Dr. NW. A Committal Service will be held Tuesday, August 2, 10:30 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery with full military honors. Viewing will take place Sunday, July 31 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at French-Westside. Please visit our online guestbook for Rueben at RememberTheirStory.com to leave a memory to share with his family. FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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FAY -- WILLIAM G. (BILL) 81, passed peacefully the bonds of Earth on July 27, 2011. Fiercely loyal to his family and friends, Bill grew up in old New York and New Jersey with a close knit group of lifelong pals and family that shared a love of hot rods, Boy Scout camping and World events only the Big Apple could provide. From pilot training to Atomic development, Bill was proudly in government service with the United States Air Force, AEC, ERDA and DOE for 42 years. Proudly serving in the "secret" base, the 1094th Special Reporting Unit in Albuquerque was a career highlight. His education and work took him through nearly every state, though between Tucson, Arizona and Albuquerque, New Mexico he made his home and family. Bill was very proud of his family and their storied accomplishments. He is survived by his wife of more than 56 years, Alicia; sons, Chris and wife, Catherine Fay and Damon Fay; daughters, Tina and husband, Jim Visscher, Diana Fay, Laura and husband Mark Lerdall; grandchildren, Michael Fay, Hannah Smith-Fay and Arianna and Marieke Visscher; sister Carolyn Rossi; niece, Carol Yandle, and nephew Glenn Pinto. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd., NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation in Bill's name to the Boy Scouts of America, That Others May Live Foundation, or any animal rescue organization. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. William'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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FERNANDEZ -- CLORINDA "CORIE" The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this time; and to those who sent Memorial Contributions to the American Cancer Society. Your kindness will always be remembered. Those who wish to express their condolences may visit www.danielsfuneral.com . Corie's care was entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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FRANCISCO -- MARIE The family of Marie Francisco would like to thank all the relatives and friends for your kindness and sympathy at a time when it was greatly appreciated. Services Entrusted to: www.salazarandsons.com Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 505-247-4124
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GARCIA -- CARODAD ZURANO Age 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Thursday, July 28, 2011 after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. She is survived by her husband, Alfonso Garcia; daughter, Marie Corinne Ballard; grandchildren, Mark T. Ballard and wife, Nicole, Caridad Merkel and husband, Ryan, and Thomas Marten; great-grandchildren, Isaiah Merkel, Hope Merkel, Alex Ballard, Mikal Marten, Chris Marten, and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She is also survived by step-daughters, Carol Kline and Kathy Garcia, along with many grandchildren and extended family members residing in Utah. Caridad was preceded in death by her father, Tomas Zurano; mother, Concepcion Pallares; son, Frank Thomas Garcia; husband, Frank A. Garcia, and brothers and sisters. Caridad was born on September 11, 1921 in Lorca, Murcia Spain to Tomas Zurano and Concepcion Pallares. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be held Wednesday, August 3, 2011, 10:00 a.m. at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 811 W. Evergreen Ave. Suite 303, Chicago, IL 60642 www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org Please visit our online guestbook for Caridad at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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GARDNER -- FAYE E. Age 93, passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2011. She was born in Cimarron County, Oklahoma on April 14, 1918. Faye was preceded in death by her husband, George R. Gardner, in 1986; her son, Homer J. Gardner; and her grandson, David K. Getz. Faye is survived by her son, Fred Gardner (June) of Albuquerque; daughters, Peggy Ward (Kent) of Prescott, Arizona; Kathy Getz (Dewey) of Farmington; daughter-in-law, Diane Gardner of Salt Lake City; her brother, Gordon Folkers (Mary) of Boise City, Oklahoma. Also surviving her are twelve grandchildren and thirty great-grandchildren. In addition, she is survived by the "children of her heart," Patty Evans, Linda Zemke and Roxanne Chandler. Faye was a resident of Albuquerque for fifty three years. She was also a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Faye was an extraordinary mother and grandmother who left a legacy of love to her posterity. She was a constant example of integrity, high standards and steadfast faith. She sought for excellence with every task or responsibility, yet without pretense or personal vanity. Her life was spent in devoted service to family, church, and community. A skilled homemaker, Faye had a gift for organization, preparedness, thrift and self-reliance, which continued throughout twenty five years of widowhood. She was a life-long learner, author, poet, and unsurpassed letter-writer. Her passion was family history and genealogical research. She was an expert hand-quilter who designed her own unique creations. Always generous with her means, she also opened her heart and home to those in need. As Faye met people from all walks of life, each one became a dear friend. We were blessed to have her in our lives. We will miss her so much, yet we rejoice that she has returned to her heavenly home. A private graveside service will be held Monday, August 1, 2011 at Sunset Memorial Park, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband. A public memorial service will follow at 11:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4109 Eubank, NE, in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. To leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Faye's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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GIVENS -- WILLIAM ADOLPH "BILL" Age 93, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 in Socorro, NM. Bill was born on January 18, 1918 in New Braunfels, Texas to William W. and Ruby (Hinmann) Givens. He is survived by his loving wife, Velva L. (Knowlton) Givens; his devoted daughters, Rosie Tripp and husband, Don, Charlene Coles, Darlene Anderson and husband, C.B.; his step daughters, Velva Mangum, Emily Care, and Diana Brinkhurst and husband, Owen; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; his sister, Katherine Huff; and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was a resident of Socorro since 1952. Better known as the "Rainbo bread man." He was an avid golfer and enjoyed dancing in his younger years. Bill was a proud Veteran and served in the US Army during WWII. He was a member and Post Commander of the American Legion Post 64, Socorro, NM. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his son-in-law, Lonnie Coles; his step son, Robert Drummond; and his sisters, Susie, Madaline, and Alene. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 31, 2011 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the Daniels Family Funeral Services Socorro Chapel. A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Monday, August 1, 2011, at 9:00 am at The San Miguel Catholic Church Parish Hall with Monsignor Leo Gomez as Celebrant. Interment will be held in the Socorro Cemetery. Pallbearers are: Don Tripp Jr., C.B. Anderson, Don Tripp III, Jeff Davis, Tony Garza, and Lonnie Gonzales. Honorary Pallbearers are all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Socorro Good Samaritan Society, PO Box 1279, Socorro, NM 87801. To view funeral information or leave a condolence online please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Bill's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 309 Garfield Socorro, NM 87801 (575) 835-1530
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GONZALES -- MARGARET P. Age 87, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away Friday, July 29, 2011. Mrs. Gonzales is survived by her two daughters, Priscilla Jaramillo and Patricia Gonzales; brother, John Martinez and wife, Rachel; grandchildren, Daniel Gonzales and wife, Barbara, and Sheila Decker and husband, Kenneth Sr.; great-grandchildren, Elisha Gonzales, Kenneth Decker Jr. and wife, Sandra, Johnny Decker and wife, Ashley, Monica Gonzales, Cassandra Decker and Cameron Sisneros, and Daniel Gonzales; great-great-grandchildren, Carlos, Victoria and Angelo Gonzales, Miya, Santos, and Mya Decker, Cameron Sisneros Jr.; and many loving nieces and nephews. Mrs. Gonzales was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Gonzales; parents Abel and Paublita Martinez; sisters, Frances, Mary, Lillian, Pose, and Florence; brothers, Dale, Danny, and Fidel. Special thanks to the staff at Maroland Home Care and to the staff at Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice. A Rosary will be recited at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 1, 2011 with a Memorial Mass to follow at 1:30 p.m. in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Chapel, 1900 Edith NE, with Father Charles Dougherty, CP, presider. Entombment of cremains will follow Mass. Urnbearer will be Pat Rocco. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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HOSKING -- GEORGE WILLIAM Lt. Commander George William Hosking, (Ret.) born in Cheyenne, WY May 29, 1923, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2011. After graduating Cheyenne High School in 1940, he joined the US Navy. He was assigned to the USS Dale and deployed to Hawaii. Unfortunately, his ship was in Pearl Harbor when the Japanese attacked Sunday, December 7, 1941. The USS Dale was hit, many injured, but no causalities. It was one of the first vessels out of the Harbor. LCMR Hosking was one of today's few remaining Pearl Harbor survivors. He received a Senatorial appointment to attend the United States Naval Academy in 1944, graduating Class of 1947. He was then deployed to defend our Country in the Korean Conflict. After the truce was signed in 1953, he returned to the US Naval Academy to teach mathematics. In 1947, he married Betty JoAnne Blickensderfer who preceded him in death in October, 1996 after 49 years of marriage. After retiring from active duty and going Naval Reserve in 1953, he moved his family to Albuquerque and began work for Sandia National Laboratories as a mechanical engineer with retirement in 1983. He became a published author writing about his military experiences in his book entitled "The Lad Who Went to Sea." ISBN: 978-1-4343-2954-7. He is survived by daughters, Jennifer Fritzges and husband, Frank and Susan Gonzales and husband, Arthur; three grandchildren, Bryan Maglidt and wife, Alicia, Sarah Gonzales, and Tommy Gonzales; one great-granddaughter, Ivy Maglidt; two brothers, Jack and Tim Hosking; and numerous nieces and nephews. His experiences, drive and support of his comrades have granted him the honor that he so deserves today. Services will be held Wednesday, August 3, 2011, 11:00 a.m., at French - Wyoming Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Pets for Vets, Inc., 12626 Lloydminster Dr., North Potomac, MD, 20878. Please visit our online guestbook for George at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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JOHNSTON -- OLIVE ANNE Was born January 17, 1931 and passed away July 27, 2011. A Memorial Service will take place at Riverside Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at 6:00 pm. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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JONES -- GORDON DALE Passed away on December 20, 2010. Prior obituary published on December 29, 2010. A memorial gathering to celebrate Gordon's life will occur on Friday, August 5, 2011 at 4:30. El Pinto. Please RSVP by August 2nd to Kerin Jones at kajones100@gmail.com.
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KOLLARS -- IOLA M. Age 83, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 27, 2011. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Leslie; sons, Daniel and his wife, Lois, James and his wife, Janice, and David and his wife, Kathy; seven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; sister, Elaine Eucker and her husband, Carl; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Ella Claus; and her brother, Homer Claus. She was a long time member of Christ Lutheran Church. Friends may visit on Monday, August 1, 2011 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at French-Lomas Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 7701 Candelaria Road NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Iola to Christ Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214, www.gideons.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Iola at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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LEWIS -- EDWIN HARLAN 52, faithful servant of God, loving husband, father, and grandfather, was called home to our Heavenly Father on July 28, 2011. Mr. Lewis was born on January 18, 1959, to Harlan and Maria (Wellmann) Lewis of Bellevue, Nebraska. He graduated from Bellevue High School in 1977 where he then joined the US Marine Corps. He married the love of his life, Jennifer Jo Woolery on October 7, 1983 in Bellevue. They moved to Rio Rancho in 1996. Mr. Lewis just completed 25 years of service with American Airlines. In his spare time, he volunteered his mechanical skills to community members and many special home projects with Jennifer. He was an avid Harley Davidson motorcycle enthusiast. But, he was most proud of serving 19 of 22 planned missions overseas with the M.A.P.S. organization. Ed served as a Deacon and Trustee at Grace Outreach Center in Rio Rancho. Ed is survived by his devoted wife, Jennifer, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; children, Melissa Lewis and her fiancee, Javier Gonzales, of Albuquerque, New Mexico; Damon Bradbury and his wife, Jamie, of Seattle, Washington, and Nathan Lewis of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; grandchildren, Christopher DeLeon-Lewis, Jasmine Lopez-Gonzales, Gabrielle Gonzales, Allyson Grace Bradbury, Damon Bradbury, Jr., and a precious granddaughter to arrive very soon; parents, Harlan and Maria Lewis; and extended family, Cyndy and Ross Bond, Mike Woolery, Cindy Howe, Chuck and Lil Woolery, JoElla Woolery, Nick and Kathy Howe, and Lori and Jack Sinclair. The Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 1, 2011 at Grace Outreach Center, 2900 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho with Pastor Kent Barnard officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, Rio Rancho. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Mr. Lewis' care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sara Chapel 4310 Sara Rd. SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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LUNA -- ALFREDO P. The family of Alfredo P. Luna would like to thank all the relatives and friends for your kindness and sympathy at a time when it was greatly appreciated. Services Entrusted to: www.salazarandsons.com Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 505-247-4124
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MARTINEZ -- KAREN MARGARET 1970-2011 Karen Margaret Martinez, age 41, a resident of Belen, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 25, 2011. She was married to Robert C. "Bobby" Martinez, on April 14, 2009. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, John A. Brown; grandmother, Sarah Jane "Sally" Huddleston; father-in-law, Robert Martinez and uncle, Michael D. Huddleston. Karen is survived by her loving husband of three years, Bobby Martinez; two sons, Antonio Padilla of Belen and Carlos Padilla and wife, Ashley of Los Chavez; daughter, Desiree Padilla of Glen Cove, NY; three step-children, Sara Martinez, Aysha Martinez and Deezirai Martinez, all of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Chloeigh Padilla of Los Chavez; three step-grandchildren, Raymond Delgado, Ethan Mondini and Aryhias Aragon; father, Paul Krysikewicz and wife, Pat of SC; mother, Suann DeCarolis of NY; mother-in-law, Julia Martinez of Albuquerque, sister, Leticia DeCarolis of NY; sisters-in-law, Patsy Fidel of MT and Roberta Fisher of CA; brother-in-law, Danny Martinez and Abel Martinez both of Albuquerque; grandfather, Robert D. Huddleston of Belen; two nieces, Felicia and Samantha DeCarolis and nephew, Patrick DeCarolis. She is also survived by many other loving family members and friends. A visitation will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 2, with a Celebration of Life at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Boyd Morerod officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Sign Karen's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. FC Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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MARTINEZ -- MARTIN F. ,Born in Dawson NM, July 29, 1921 and died July 17, 2011. We say farewell to yet another of "The Greatest Generation". Our beloved Pop-o, husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-great-grandfather, in-law, and dear friend, was quietly called on to his eternal home. Preceding him to his eternal calling were parents, Felix V. Martinez and Bonifacia Martinez Y. Montez; sister Charlotte Tellez; brothers Mike E Martinez, Margarito Martinez, Gilbert C. Martinez; grandson Steve Martinez; granddaughter Patricia Lash. Martin (Pop-o), is survived by his devoted wife of 70 years, Corina; sons Martin A. Martinez, Michael F. Martinez and wife Wendy, Esteban Martinez and wife Carolyn; daughters Eloyda Batista, Rosella Quintana, Elinora Martinez; sisters Hermelinda (Linda ) and husband David Adams, Hortencia (Angel) and husband Martin Rivera, Ernestina Walker; brothers Froylan Martinez and wife Clara, Alfaro Martinez and wife Donna, Lionel Martinez, Arcelio Martinez and wife Yolanda. Pop-o is also survived by grandchildren Gina Merchain, Consuelo McCash, Andrea Batista, Wendy Prabhu, Shari Quintana, Allen Quintana, Sara Quintana, Tom Martinez, Maria Humphrey, Jeanine Iverson, Andrea Reider, Ahnna Martinez; great-grandchildren David Ryan, Nicholas Lash, Adam Merchain, Shantal Merchain, Logan McCash, Michael A Batista, LoraAnn Lovato, Alyssa Quintana, Teresa Quintana, Jacob Quintana, Steven Martinez, Tomas Martinez, Amber Martinez, Bryahna Reider, Jaidynn Reider, Jordan Mucher, Sydney Mucher; great-great-grandchildren Fabian Ryan, Felicia Ryan, Amaya Batista. Survivors include and many other loved nephews, nieces, great-nephews and nieces, and great-great nieces and nephews, and cousins, in-laws and friends. All of whom he loved so dearly. We will all miss his laughter, big heart, gentle bearing, and deep gravelly voice and detailed stories of kindness, humor, marvel, and mayhem. Martin was born in Dawson, NM and worked as a young man in the coal town's mines. He married Corina Martinez in 1941 before leaving Dawson to serve in the US army from 1944-1946. He participated in the long Pacific-Philippine Islands Campaign, as a military policeman. He was a gifted boxing enthusiast known for his devastating knockout punch, who captured several service championships in his weight class in the Pacific Theater of Operations. He was awarded Pacific Campaign, Philippine Service, Military Police, Sharpshooters Badge and Self Defense Tab, National Defense, Good Conduct medals, was undefeated in all of his service boxing matches and was honorably discharged with the non-com rank of T-E 5 from the US Army. He returned to Dawson in 1946 to work in the coal mines where mining operations ceased in 1950. Moving his family to Santa Fe NM in 1946. He then worked in Santa Fe for ICX trucking until his retirement in 1974 where he resided until his earthly departure. Martin was active in his community of Santa Fe and was the Instituting Secretary of the Santa Fe Aries of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and served in many positions with the Aries. When his health permitted, he helped his son, Michael, part time at at Chief Mike's chainsaw and small engine repair shop, was an avid bowler and served as president and secretary of the Santa Fe Bowling Association several times. He was a lifetime VFW member and American Legion lifetime member, and had great love and respect for our nation and all of our veterans. He was one of seven of the eight boys of his immediate family that proudly served in the armed forces and one of the six of them who served simultaneously during WWII-Korea. We are proud and honored, and most of all blessed to have had such a kind, strong, and respectful man in our lives. He was always willing to help and had big shoulders to cry on, to lean on, to sigh on, and a hug to ease any fear or worry. His big powerful hands so gently held all his little and new family members, We all grew up witness to the power of his gentle heart as it touched all who grew to know and respect him. We will truly miss the quiet respect he lived by. We would also like to extend a special thank you and consideration to family members Elinora Martinez and other family members and friends for their contributions in Pop-o's time of need. Honorary pallbearers were brothers Floylan, Arcelio, Alfaro, Lionel; sons Martin, Michael, Esteban; grandsons, Tom Martinez, Allen Quintana, Raj Prabhu, Gilbert Lovato; great-grandsons Michael A Batista, Adam Merchain, David Ryan, Steven Martinez, Tomas Martinez, Jordan Mucher, Jacob Quintana, Nicholas Lash; great-great-grandson Fabian Ryan. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you donate to The Wounded Warrior Project or other non profit armed forces veteran's service organizations. Pop-o would love that! Rosary Services were held at held at St. Francis Basilica/Cathedral in Santa Fe, NM, on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 7:00 pm, Funeral Mass took place at St. Francis Basilica/Cathedral in Santa Fe, NM, on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at 10:00 am, Internment with full military honors followed on Thursday at 11:15 am at the Santa Fe National Memorial Cemetery, Post Services "breaking of the Bread" took place at the SF Aries of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Early St. Clubhouse. He feared nothing... A gifted force yet a gentleman unreal. In his arms flowed the power of steel. If one blundered and showed disrespect. In a blink he could knock your head off your neck. He could have contended they used to say. Yet he chose the quiet way. Didn't matter if your life was a wreck. He lifted you up showing you respect. It would be a joyous blessed day. To once again join him on his respectful way. May God hold and keep a gem like you. Lending you to us showed God's word is true. Your duty well done with Creator you rest. In all our hearts, you are the best... Esteban. We love and miss You Pop-o, You ARE the best! Our sincerest thanks and respectful gratitude in Honor of Our Pop-o, to the VFW Honor Guard and for all your prayers and condolences and for our Relatives and friends who made the post services breaking of the bread possible in our difficult time. The Martinez family.
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MCCLURE -- JAMES D. Age 78, passed away at his Albuquerque home after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. He was born in Leavenworth, KS to Arthur and Dorothy McClure. Jim graduated from the University of Kansas in 1955, served in the Army, and earned his master's at KU in 1959. He came to Albuquerque in 1961 to work at Sandia National Laboratories. Jim earned his PhD from the University of New Mexico in 1971. Jim was a long time adult leader in the Boy Scouts of America, including serving as Scoutmaster for two troops for many years. He also participated in many volunteer activities at church and in the community. Jim was a much loved husband for 54 years, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Jim is survived by his wife Pat; son, Mark McClure and wife Molly of Las Cruces, NM; son, Brent McClure and wife Susanna of San Antonio, TX; daughter, Beth Henderson and husband Monte of Louisville, CO; son, Scott McClure and wife Robin of Alexandria, VA and son, Bruce McClure of Dallas, TX. He is also survived by his brother Kirk McClure and wife Jeannie of Lawrence, KS; a sister Kathleen Desch and husband Bill of Fayetteville, GA and sisters-in-law Judith McClure of Warrensburg, MO and Marietta Powers of La Jolla, CA. Jim was loving grandfather of six grandchildren: Seth and Anna McClure, Alec and Henry McClure, Taite and Reed Henderson and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate Jim's life will be held on August 6, 2011 at 11:00 am at St. Mark's on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Drive NE 87106. In lieu of flowers, if desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark's on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church or to a charity of your choice. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Jim'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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MCMAHON -- SHIRLEY J. Age 86, passed away July 29, 2011. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Shirley's care has been 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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MILLER -- HAYDOCK H. Jr. Died on July 22, 2011, of natural causes. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Nancy Cruse Miller, who passed on in November 2005. His son, Roy Bantz Miller lives in Farmington, NM. His two daughters both live in Spokane, WA. Daughter, Jacquelyn Miller Dibble-Robinson who lives with husband, Michael G. Robinson, and daughter, Carolyn Cruse Miller. The Robinsons have two daughters, Charnay D. Robinson and Angelique M. Robinson. His brother, Dr. Edward T. Miller, a famous geo-physicist, and his sister, Doris E. Miller, both pre-deceased him. Haydock graduated from the Englewood School for Boys in May 1943 and was drafted into the Army on August 1st. He was selected to attend OCS at the Engineers School at Ft. Belvoir, VA., from which he graduated in Oct. 1944 as a 2nd. Lt. He was assigned to the 220th Armored Engineers Bt. of the 20th Armored Div., which was preparing to ship to Europe. They landed at Rouen, France on Jan. 1st 1945. After being assigned as back-up troops for the Battle of the Bulge, they headed towards Munich, Germany. Haydock was one of the first to enter Dachau Concentration Camp. There was heavy fighting on northeast side of Munich where the Headquarters of SS Troops was located. After cession of hostilities, 1st Lt. Miller received his discharge from active duty and immediately started his classes in the Engineering School at Yale Univ. on July 1st, 1946. He and Nancy Cruse were married on November 15, 1946. He graduated with a Mechanical Engineers degree in May 1949. Miller joined Alcoa on August 1st and started work at the Edgewater Plant on the Hudson River in New Jersey, where he rose to Foil Plant Superintendent. In 1967, Miller was transferred to the New Kensington, PA. Operation and ran the Foil Plant there. In 1971 Haydock transferred to the Tennessee Operations as Manager of both Foil and Alcoa Wrap Plants. In 1976 the Millers were sent to Barking England for a year to help in getting the plant there running on a profitable basis, which he did in less than the allowed time. He then returned home to the Pittsburgh, PA office. After various assignments he rose to Manager of Organization Analysis. He took early retirement on January 1st, 1983, after 33 years with Alcoa. Since then he and Nancy moved to Santa Fe. Haydock has been active with several start-ups. He was a member of many service organizations. Haydock was a Charter Member of the S.F. del Sur ROTARY Club in 1984, and has been very active with the Rotary Youth Exchange Program and Camp RYLA. He will be greatly missed by his granddaughters and their parents, the visits by Poppy and Mor-Mor (their names for the grandparents) and the wonderful trips skiing and sight-seeing gave much depth, education and enjoyment to Haydock's extended family. He was always willing to share his experience, strength and hope with everyone he met and willing to put his muscles to work, as well as his mind, to help those in need. Thank you, Poppy. There will not be a funeral, but you can pay your respects at the Veteran's Cemetery in Santa Fe, where he is honored beside his wife, Nancy.
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MOXLEY -- WILMA I. (JUDD) A resident of Albuquerque, NM since 1979 passed away on July 26, 2011. Born in Meadville, PA, April 6, 1922, Wilma moved to Los Alamos to work for the Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory in 1956. There, in 1959, she met and married William C. Moxley, a widower with three grown children, which she later adopted. She was preceded in death by her husband Bill; her parents C. Guy Judd and Ina L. Judd; three grandsons James A. Gibson, Michael W. Gibson and Ole Nyquist. Wilma left behind a legacy in her three daughters Roxie A. Nyquist of Tulsa, OK, Margaret A. McManus of Bernalillo, NM and Kathleen Gibson of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; one great-great-great-grandchild; and a very large number of friends. Never one to be idle, Wilma became Albuquerque's first neighborhood watch block captain in 1981, a position she held until her death at 89. Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel.
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NELSON -- JACOB ALLEN Age 27, was born on March 4, 1984 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. He passed away Monday, July 18, 2011. Jacob is survived by his parents, Bill and Sandy Nelson; his wife Renee; two children, George and Abigail; brother, Tony Nelson; two sisters, Candida Rael and husband Isaac, Vanessa Jaramillo and husband Jacob; grandparents, Bill Nelson and Shirley of Deming; grandmother, Nadine Nelson of Rio Rancho, and many other family and friends who love and will miss him. Jacob attended school in Albuquerque and graduated from Freedom High School. He had recently attended Central New Mexico Community College and was interested in environmental studies. Jacob was an avid hiker and particularly loved to explore the Jemez Mountains. Services will be held the First Baptist Church of Alameda, 8818 2nd St. NW., just north of Paseo del Norte, on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 11:00 am. All friends are welcome to attend the services and the reception following the services. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. ABQ. (505)343-8008.
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ORTEGA -- GRICELDA B. August 24, 1920 - July 28, 2011. Grace was born in Punta De Aqua NM. She is survived by two daughters, Cathy Abeyta and Louanna Ortega; her sister Stella Dubbin; and brother Louie Baca. She had many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. After the death of her beloved husband Efren in 1960, Grace raised her youngest three children on her own. She very much enjoyed sitting in the hottub, drinking a cold beer and being with family and friends. Her love will live in us forever. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister; and brothers; and three children Raymond, Martin and Irene. Viewing will be Sunday, July 31, 2011 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Riverside Funeral Home, Rosary will be Monday August 1st at St. Edwins Church.
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OSBORN -- EUGENE RAY 1932-2011 Age 79, a resident of Bosque Farms, NM, passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2011. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Peralta and The German Club in Albuquerque. Eugene was an avid hunter and fisherman. He proudly served our country in the United States Navy. As a member of the civil service he served two tours in Vietnam and one tour in Korea. He was preceded in death by his mother, Louise Clark; father, Clyde Osborn and step-father, John Halladay. Eugene is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Susan Archuleta Osborn; brothers, John and Jim Halladay; sons, Loren and wife, Diane, Clifford and wife, Norma; grandchildren, Kellie Caitlin and Gabriel Osborn. He is also survived by many loving relatives and friends. All services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, beginning with a visitation on Tuesday, August 2, at 9:00 a.m. with a rosary to be recited at 9:30 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with Father Hoi Tran presiding. Interment will be held at 3:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family wishes to express their gratitude to all who sent flowers, brought food, visited and prayed for us in our time of sorrow. Sign Eugene's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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PADILLA -- THERESA The family of Theresa Padilla would like to thank all the relatives and friends for your kindness and sympathy at a time when it was greatly appreciated. Services Entrusted to: www.salazarandsons.com Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 505-247-4124
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PETERSON -- MARION Age 80, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2011. She is survived by her two children, Chris Gallegos and husband Rick of Albuquerque, NM, Steve Peterson and wife Cherie of Elk Grove, CA; five grandchildren, Michael Gallegos and wife Rosa, Matthew Gallegos and wife Valerie, Chad Peterson and wife Rachel, Chris Peterson and girlfriend Laura, Nick Peterson; eight great-grandchildren, Kailah, Patrick, Nayeli, Anna, Chase, Audrey, John and Andrew; sister-in-law Pauline Brown of Redding, CA. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, Jimmy Brown and Bobby Brown. A Visitation will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, August 1, 2011 with Funeral Services following at 11:00 am at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE and Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho, NM. Interment will immediately follow the services at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Michael Gallegos, Matthew Gallegos, Chad Peterson, Chris Peterson, John Gallegos and James Gallegos. Honorary Pallbearer will be Vince Gallegos. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Marion'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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QUICK -- CINDY A Memorial service for Cindy Quick has taken place, and donations can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The family of Cindy Quick thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87108
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ROMERO -- JOHN MARTIN Was born in Albuquerque, NM, July 24, 1945. He passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at the age of 66. John graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1963 and attended the University of New Mexico, graduating in 1971. He worked for the United States Postal Service, Social Security, OPM, and USIS. John will be remembered for his love of his family and how he thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his parents, Hilario and Mary Romero and by his brother, Larry Romero. He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Frances Romero; two children, Paula and John Jr; sister, Phyllis; brother, Polidor and wife Sandy; three grandchildren, Krishauna, Marisa and Jenae; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith NE., Friday, August 5, 2011 at 9:30 am. A reception will follow at Moose Lodge #1517, 2121 Edith Blvd NE, from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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ROMERO -- RICARDO Sr. Passed away July 25, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwardo and Petrita Romero; sister, Diana Romero Trujillo. He is survived by his son, Richard E. Romero Jr. and daughter, Lucy Tafoya and her husband Gilbert; three grandchildren, Natasha, Daniel and Patricia Romero; two step-granddaughters, Majestik and Lexine Tafoya; three sisters, Marion, Rosalie and Anita; four brothers, Joseph, George, Alex and Mike. A Rosary will be held at 10:00 am followed by a Mass at 10:30 am on Monday, August 1, 2011 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Inurnment is to follow. SALAZAR & SONS MORTUARY 400 3RD St. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102
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ROSS -- CAROL LAVONNE Age 83, a resident of Albuquerque for 62 years, died Thursday, July 28, 2011. She is survived by two children, Paul T. Dropinski and Kay L. Jorgenson, both of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Anna, Christina, Paul, Heather, Carol, Tammy, Harllee, and Kathy; several great-children; sisters, Bobbie Hopperstad and Patty Stevens; numerous nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. Carol was preceded in death by her husbands, Paul Dropinski and Richard Ross; daughter, Patricia Ferguson; and brother, Tom Hughes. She was born on June 17, 1928 in Lincoln, NE to Ethel and Thomas Hughes. Carol graduated from high school in Lincoln and married Paul Dropinski and started her family. They moved to Albuquerque for work and she began to work at the Nazareth Sanitarium in the North Valley, where she worked for 20 years. She then married Richard "Dick" Ross. Carol loved to work in her yard, keep her house immaculate, and shop. She also loved to travel, especially trips on the train. Carol was very outspoken and nothing could embarrass her. She often said that "she never disliked anybody, but just didn't understand some things they did." Carol was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Friends and family may visit French - University Chapel, Monday, August 1, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, Tuesday, August 2, 2011, 10:00 a.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Carol at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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SANCHEZ -- JESSICA M. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this time; and to those who sent floral tributes, cards and food. Your kindness will always be remembered. Those who wish to express their condolences may visit www.danielsfuneral.com . Jessca's care was entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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SNELL -- LELAND The family of Leland Snell would like to thank all the relatives and friends for your kindness and sympathy at a time when it was greatly appreciated. Services Entrusted to: www.salazarandsons.com Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 505-247-4124
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THOMPSON -- NORMA JEAN Age 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at her home. She was born in Avoca, Iowa on July 6, 1930. She was preceded in death by her parents Howard and Erva Jackson, and her brother Howard "Bud" Jackson. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Glenn B. Thompson; sister Marilyn Henry of Aiken, SC; sister-in-law Alicia Jackson of Cedar Rapids, IA; brother-in-law Harold Thompson of Omaha, NE; brother-in-law Dean Thompson and wife Patricia of Omaha, NE; daughter Laura Fezouati and husband Mike of St. Louis, MO; son Gary S. Thompson of Albuquerque; son David Thompson and wife Stephanie of Albuquerque; daughter Diane Kelly and husband Skip of Rio Rancho; her grandchildren Allison and Kyle Kelly, Ryan, Bradley, and Zachary Thompson, Danielle Fezouati; and her great-granddaughter Hailey Lay. Norma donated her body to the UNM School of Medicine. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, August 1, 2011, 2:00 pm at The Albuquerque Meadows Club House, 7112 Pan American NE, 87109. In lieu of flowers, donations in Norma's name will be accepted for charitable work by The Albuquerque Meadows Residence Association at the above address.
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TRUJILLO -- TONY F. J. Age, 86, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, July 28, 2011. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Frances; his daughters, Sandy Segura and husband, Dan and Sharon Brown; and grandchildren, Gabriel Segura, Michael Segura and Christopher Brown. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leandro and Gabrielita Trujillo; and his two brothers and five sisters. Tony served in the US Navy during WWII and later in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He was self-employed for 28 years and owned several businesses in Albuquerque: Tony's Paint and Body Shop, BTM Wrecker Service, and Tony's Auto Sales and Used Parts. He was a member of Elks Lodge 464 and the American Legion Post 99. Celebration of Christian Mass will be Friday, August 5, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church 5311 Phoenix Ave NE. Burial with military honors will follow at 2:15 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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TUCKER -- MILDRED IRENE HOLLINGSWORTH Born April 19, 1915 Died July 27, 2011 96 years of age, Mildred, the daughter of Sadie and Ernest Hollingsworth, was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Basil Simms Tucker. She is survived by her daughter, Marji Tucker and son Ernest (Larry) Tucker together with his wife Sherrie; grandchildren David May (and wife Cheryl), Amber Valliant (and husband George), Melissa, Carlton, Shannon Hernandez (and husband Chris) and Tylor; great-grandchildren, JT, Frank, Alicia, Ashley, Donovan, Caitlyn, Aedyn, Rhiannan, Rachael, Amanda, Aaron and Matthew; and great-great-grandchildren Alexa, Drake and Alenah. Mildred was a self taught pianist and organist. She developed an amazing cake decorating talent, making many beautiful wedding cakes as well an unique birthday cakes. She crocheted, knitted, tatted, was an excellent seamstress and made ceramics. Her daughter and granddaughters benefited from these talents. We wish to thank the staff of Vista Care Hospice at Lovelace Hospital Downtown for their loving care for both Mildred and the family and visitors over the time that she was in their care. Memorial services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 4500 Seven-Bar Loop Rd NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 on Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.
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TUCKER -- RUTH 93, passed away Thursday, July 28, 2011. She was born on April 6, 1918, in Canyon, TX. Ruth was a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico for many years. She was a member of Member of Netherwood Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Tucker. Ruth is survived by her sons, Cecil Tucker and his wife Billie, Donald Tucker and his wife Noretha; daughters, Ina Milton Jean Sims and her husband Dale; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchldren. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 2, 2011 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Carlisle Chapel. Service will be held on Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., at Netherwood Church of Christ, 5101 Indian School Road NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 . Interment to follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. In Lieu of flowers donations may be given in Ruth 's honor to Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. The family wants to extend a special thank you to Heritage Hospice for their care. Ruth'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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VILLEDA -- GABRIELA ANTONIA The family of Gabriela Antonia Villeda thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87108 505-764-9663
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WATTERBERG -- JOHN 1Lt. John Per Ellis Watterberg, November 20, 1915 - July 29, 2011. Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and above all cherished husband of Leah for 66 years. A lovely, gentle man, John was born in Minnesota to tall Swedish stock and served in the Army during WWII. He was an engineer with the signal corps across Africa and into Italy, where he contracted polio. Sent back to the States for rehabilitation, he met Leah Fox, his physical therapist, who always says she "got him when he was flat on his back and couldn't get away". Although his legs were paralyzed, he returned to graduate engineering studies and held a job as the engineer for radio station WLOL in Minneapolis at the same time. They left Minnesota for Albuquerque in 1951, when John was hired as an engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. He retired in 1979. John and Leah fell under the spell of the Land of Enchantment, spending countless weekends Jeeping in the outback, enjoying the southwest landscape. He learned to play guitar later in life and loved to strum and sing. He also loved technology, and had some of the first computers available. After retirement, he and Leah built their dream house in the foothills, where they grew a magnificent garden and enjoyed the panorama of New Mexico, watching the weather pass over the valley and reporting as a weather substation. John and Leah had four children, of whom they were extremely proud. John was predeceased by his son, Lt. Colonel Jeffrey John Watterberg, a pilot in the Air Force, and is survived by his wife; his other three children, Phillip, Kristi and her husband Ron Poland, Peter and his wife Tina; his nine grandchildren Aimee Soodan, Joshua Johnson, Jennifer Johnson Thomas, Jessie Johnson, Emily Watterberg, Sarah Skye Watterberg, John Allen Watterberg, Joy Petersen, and Jaqueline Watterberg; and six great-grandchildren. His family was his life, and in return he graced their lives with his warmth, wit, intelligence and beautiful smile. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Disabled Veterans (DAV) at 2001 Foothill Dr. SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87105 or the Wounded Warrior Project at P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517 or online at www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Please visit our online guestbook for John at RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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WILD -- Lou Mae Age 95, has gone to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 19, 2011, to join her husband, Harold Wild, and her youngest daughter, Bonita Regina (Clyde) Goodbar. LouMae is survived by her children, Ronald J. (Patricia) Wild, Yvonne M. Wild, Richard E. Wild, Russell T. (Carol) Wild; son-in-law, Clyde Goodbar; sister-in-law, Lonnie Wild; brother-in-law, Richard Schueller; sister-in-law, Sister Shirley Kamentz, OSF; and her lifelong friend, Harriet Tschickfrie, all of Dubuque, IA. Services will be held at Holy Child Catholic Church, 19 Camino del Santo Nino, Tijeras, NM, Wednesday August 3, 2011. Rosary will be recited at 10:00 am with Mass to follow at 11:00 am. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Iowa. Family requests no flowers, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in LouMae's name to America Needs Fatima, www.americaneedsfatima.org or (888) 317-5571. To view service information or leave a condolence, visit: www.danielsfuneral.com LouMae's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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WILLIAMS -- JOURDAN EDWARDS Nee, Kelly Allison Moore was born July 30, 1968 and passed away Friday, July 8, 2011. She is survived by her loving husband, Ira Williams Jr; children, Christopher Malone and Maliya Williams; father, Milton D. Moore; mother, Mary E. Randall; brother, David; two sisters, Nicole and Brandy; grandmother, Elizabeth Henderson; uncle, Conrad Randall; as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be St. Michaels and All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Montano Rd. NW, west of 4th St., on Friday August 5, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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WING -- NINA Nina, 89, passed away Thursday, July 28, 2011 at the home of her sister. She was born on August 12, 1921 in Beaumont, Texas and was the daughter of Grace Saludis John and Zachanias John. Nina was reared in the central Texas town of Brady. She was valedictorian of her high school graduation class, received a Bachelor's of Business Administration from the University of Texas, and then earned a degree in education and a Master's degree in Counseling. Nina moved to Albuquerque in 1958. She was preceded in death by her ex-husband, G. Milton Wing. Nina is survived by her sister, Sylvia Ferguson. Friends will be told of a memorial to be held at a later date. To leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Nina'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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