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BACA -- RAFAELITA September 2, 1930- October 5, 2005 Happy Birthday Mom! We love you. You are forever in our hearts and thoughts. In Jesus name, The Baca Family
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BACA-ABEYTA -- REBECCA C. 1914-2011 Passed away peacefully, on August 30th, 2011, she was 97 years old. She was a loving mother, caring grandmother and a friend to all. Rebecca was born in Pueblitos, New Mexico on January 9, 1914. Rebecca was very involved in her community and church and was the foundation of her family. She married Ignacio C. Baca in 1934 and had 8 children. She was a charter member of the Catholic Daughters of America, lector at our Lady of Belen, 4H Leader, volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul, active participant in the Senior Olympics, choir member for Our Lady of Belen and a drummer for the "Golden Retrievers". Rebecca was preceded in death by her husbands, Ignacio C. Baca and Arthur S. Abeyta; sons, Nash, Phillip and John; grandson, Steven Baca; her parents, Felipe Santiago Castillo, Macedonia Castillo, and step-mothers, Arculia Armijo, and Carlota Sanchez. Rebecca is survived by children Becky Apodaca, Raymond Baca and wife, Alice, Anthony P. Baca and wife, Shirley, Mary Jo Baca and Mary Susan Gonzales and husband, Bennie and daughter in-laws Loretta Baca, Vickie Baca and Connie Baca. She was also blessed with 19 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to her many caretakers: Sofia, Guille, Emma, Olivia, Patty, Mary, Nelle, Gloria, Leticia, her nurse, Beth and all the staff of Hospice Care and especially Rose Chavez who was with her until she was called to Our Lord. All services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. A Public Viewing will be held on Friday, September 2 at 6:30 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Final Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 3 at 9:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Sign Rebecca's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main Street, Belen, NM 87002
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BERKOWITZ -- RALPH Pianist, composer, arranger, administrator, teacher, painter, friend of and collaborator with most of the leading musical figures of the first two-thirds of the 20th century - passed away quietly on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, at his home in Albuquerque, where he lived since 1958. He was one month short of his 101st birthday. Berkowitz was born in Brooklyn, New York on September 5, 1910, to Romanian immigrant parents. His father was instrumental in shaping young Ralph's musical culture and experience. In 1925, Berkowitz attended the first performance of George Gershwin's Piano Concerto in F, with Gershwin at the piano. With his father's permission, Berkowitz left high school before graduation in order to study music theory from 1925 to 1927 at what would become the Juilliard School. In 1928, he was accepted as a member of the first full scholarship class at The Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. Graduating with a degree in accompanying in 1932, he remained at Curtis until 1940 as a member of the faculty. During his time at Curtis, musicians such as Samuel Barber, Gian Carlo Menotti, Leonard Bernstein, and Jorge Bolet were also students. In 1940, Berkowitz embarked on a 30-year collaboration with Russian cellist Gregor Piatigorsky. The two played hundreds of concerts together across four continents and made many recordings. Other artists with whom he collaborated and/or recorded in these years included tenor Jan Peerce, violinists Isaac Stern and Eudice Shapiro, composer/violinist George Enescu and cellist Leonard Rose. In 1946, he accepted the position of Executive Assistant to Boston Symphony Orchestra Music Director Serge Koussevitsky. He later became Dean of Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony - a position he retained until 1964. At Tanglewood, in addition to his duties managing the Tanglewood Music Festival, he oversaw the faculty of the Tanglewood School which at that time included Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, Lukas Foss, Darius Milhaud, Paul Hindemith, and many others. Conducting students during Berkowitz' tenure included Seiji Ozawa, Lorin Maazel, Claudio Abbado and Zubin Mehta. Beginning in 1946, Berkowitz traveled each summer to Albuquerque, New Mexico to perform in the June Music Festival. In an association that lasted until 1981, Berkowitz played in hundreds of Festival concerts. He moved to Albuquerque in 1958. From 1958 to 1970, he managed the Albuquerque Civic Symphony, later known as the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra. He was also a frequent piano soloist. In one evening in the 1960's Berkowitz played both the Brahms' Piano Concerto #2 and Beethoven's Piano Concerto #5, "The Emperor". Berkowitz was also an avid reader on all topics and in the 1960's he delivered a series of televised lectures in Albuquerque called "The Arts", interweaving music, art and literature. Largely retiring from public performance at the age of 71, Berkowitz made a final appearance as soloist with the New Mexico Symphony celebrating his 90th birthday in a program that also included a piano performance by his cousin, actor Paul Reiser. In 2004, New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson honored him with the Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts in a ceremony in Santa Fe. In his later years, Berkowitz maintained lively correspondence, phone calls, and personal visits from a broad range of friends including scientists, judges and literary scholars. His musical friends included Isaac Stern, Yo Yo Ma, Olga Kern, Richard Goode, Hillary Hahn, Gary Graffman, Lukas Foss, JoAnn Falletta, David Lockington, and many others. He taught students privately throughout his career up until his death. From 1940 through the 1970's Ralph Berkowitz was a prolific artist. He worked in many mediums including watercolors, oils, woodcuts, and sculpture. He presented his work at shows in California, Philadelphia, Albuquerque and the Berkshires in Massachusetts. In 1932, Berkowitz married pianist Freda Pastor with whom he had two daughters. In 1965, he married journalist Beth Hodgson. He is survived by his daughter Ellen B. Carlin and her husband Albert, and daughter Joan Schuman; grandchildren Gregory Carlin and spouse Star Mullins, Peter Ames Carlin and spouse Sarah Ames, and Hans Schuman; great-grandchildren Keane, Anna, Teddy and Max Carlin; and hundreds of devoted friends. A memorial gathering will be held on his 101st birthday, September 5, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. at Robertson and Sons Concert Hall, 3201 Carlisle Boulevard, NE, Albuquerque.
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BROWNING -- JAMES "JIM" James "Jim" Browning passed away in his Albuquerque home, Monday August 15, 2011. Jim was born March 31, 1955 at Kirkland Air Force Base in Albuquerque to Evelyn Rawls and Bertram Browning. Jim earned various safety awards through working at the University of New Mexico. Jim worked at the University of New Mexico in the Grounds and Landscaping department. Jim enjoyed many different things such as eating at Arby's, going to the balloon fiesta, riding his bike, going to church, taking walks and watching old musicals. Jim is survived by his daughter, Debbie Browning; his son, James Browning; his wife, Dion Browning; his grandchild, Bailey; his stepson, Shelby Miller; his oldest brother, Paul Browning; his step brother, Earl Browning; his cousins, Janet Schissler, Julie Flint and Jean Brukhead; his father, Bertram Browning and his wife Cynthia Browning. Jim also is leaving behind his beloved white cat "Little Buddy" who he truly loved. Jim will be buried and placed in the family cemetery at Fairview Memorial Park on September 6, 2011 at 10:00am. To leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Jim's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services. 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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DOMINGUEZ -- GREGORITA "GOYA" Loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend went to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, August 27, 2011. A Rosary will be recited this evening (Friday) at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 9:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment will follow at San Luis Cemetery, in San Luis, NM. Those who wish to express their condolences or share a story, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Goya's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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EVERDING -- ROSE M. Age 57, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2011. She was born on September 9, 1953. She was a resident of Sandia Park, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her mother Nadine Hartley. Rose is survived by her husband Clifford H. Everding; two sisters Donna and Barbara; one brother David. Per her wishes Rose has been cremated and no services are pending at this time. Please share your condolences, sympathies, and memories with the family at: www.danielsfuneral.com Rose's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Carlisle Chapel 3113 Carlisle Blvd Albuquerque, NM 87110
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GALLEGOS -- WILLIAM HENRY SR. (HANK) Went home to be with the Lord on August 30, 2011. Hank served in the US Army he was a Special Forces Green Beret 101st Airborne 5th Group, he also served as a Police Officer in the following departments, NM State Police, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Pueblo of Santa Ana, Sandia and Zia Pueblo. His hobby was welding. He is survived by his wife Lorraine; Children, Amanda, Hanut and Tamara, Cody and Michelle; granddaughters, Keisha, Kendra and Rena Gallegos; great-granddaughter, Povi Gallegos. He is also survived by his brother, Andy Gallegos; many aunts, cousins, family and friends. He will be greatly missed and always remembered. Visitation and Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, September 4, 2011 at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Services entrusted to SALAZAR & SONS MORTUARY 400 3RD St. SW
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HADAWAY -- MARY M. 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died unexpectedly on August 25, 2011. She followed in death, almost 2 years after her husband of 66 years. She is survived by her sons, Michael Hadaway and wife Cheryl and William C. Hadaway, Jr., both of Albuquerque; daughter Sandra Anspaugh and husband Thomas; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. Mary was born in 1919 in Baltimore, MD. She enjoyed gardening at her retirement home and was a member of the Red Hats and will be missed by all who knew her. She will be cremated. A memorial mass will be held Saturday September 3, 2011 at 9:00 a.m., at The Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Blvd NE in Albuquerque, NM. Flowers may be sent to French funeral home on Lomas in Albuquerque for the memorial mass.
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HARTE (KIRIKOS) -- IRENE 2/28/1948 - 9/3/2006 5 years now Sunshine The void is still there and we will still miss you a lot but we are hanging on and keeping you in our thoughts Chris, Mike, Maria, Helen, Kathy Doc and Wood
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HUGHES -- HELEN ELAINE (GOODMAN) Passed away Monday August 29, 2011 at Skies Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Albuquerque, NM after a long, courageous battle with Leukemia. She is survived by her loving husband, Eugene A. Hughes of the home; sons, Kelvin Pinder and wife Marsha of Sheridan, WY, Kent Pinder and wife Debby of Laramie, WY, Curtis Pinder and wife Linda of Sheridan WY; step-son, Eugene J. Hughes of Sun River, MT; step-daughters, Doris Hughes of Kernersville, NC, Delores (Zip) Ashby of Greensboro, NC; two brothers, Walter Goodman and wife Phyllis of Story, WY, William Goodman and wife Norma of Sheridan, WY; sister, Rose Zowada and husband John of Sheridan, WY; three granddaughters, Brittani Piesik and husband Tyler of Gillette, WY, Nicole Pinder of Butte, MT, Ambreanna Pinder of Cheyenne, WY; grandsons, Jacob Asmussen of Sheridan, WY, Adam Pinder of Laramie, WY; two great granddaughters, Kylie Phipps of Gillette, WY, McKayla Pinder of Cheyenne, WY; step-grandchildren, Randy McCoy of Albuquerque, NM, Jeremy McCoy and wife Jessica of Folsom, CA, Heather Kho of Albuquerque, NM, Josh Ashby and wife Crystal of Randleman, NC, Barry Ashby of Greensboro, NC; two step-great-granddaughters, Mya Linda McCoy of Albuquerque, NM, Olivia Rae Ashby of Randleman, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Henry Goodman, Robert Goodman; four sisters, Rachel Schmidt, Freeda Kaufman, Ann Vick, Geraldine Lower. She was born on July 11, 1933 in Sheridan, WY to Henry & Katherine Goodman. She was a long time resident of Sheridan, WY; employed for 24 years at Boyd's Supermarket and retired from the Sheridan Press. She truly loved her husband as they were best friends and soul mates. She worshiped and loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly. She also enjoyed cross-stitching, gardening, crossword puzzles, traveling and spending time with her family and friends. She will be missed dearly by all of us as she was truly one in a million. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Presbyterian Health Care Foundation, Joe Rizza, P. O. Box 2666, Albuquerque, NM 87125. Please designate your contribution for HOSPICE. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Helen'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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LOPEZ -- ISMAEL "MAYO" Age 81, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Tuesday, August 30, 2011. He worked at the Country Club Barber Shop located at 10th and Coal for over 35 years. A Rosary will be recited on Saturday, September 3, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Parish, 5015 Corrales Rd., Corrales, NM, Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. and Interment will take place at San Ysidro Cemetery following Mass. To view Service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Ismael's care entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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NEWSOME -- MELANIE HUNTER November 13, 1964 - September 2, 2001 Our grief over your death is crushing. Your beautiful, brave life is our support. Sleep on in perfect peace, gentle little soul.
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OLSON -- HAZEL MARION Age 79, born in Fergus Falls, MN and a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM died Saturday, August 27, 2011. Beloved mother of Michael G. Olson (Tammy), Kim E. Holloway (Richard), John A. Olson (Jeaneane), and Matthew A. Olson (Stacey), she is also survived by eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Hazel loved to laugh. She shared her joy, good humor and love with all of us and thousands of medical patients and homecare residents during her long nursing career. She worshiped her Lord Jesus Christ at Messiah Lutheran Church. A Celebration of Hazel's Life will be held at Messiah Lutheran Church, 11515 Lomas Blvd NE 87111, at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 3, 2011. Hazel was a long time member of the church choir and had a deep love and appreciation for music. Memorial contributions may be made to benefit the Messiah Lutheran Church- Organ Fund. Please visit our online guestbook for Hazel at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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ORTIZ -- REYNALDO E. Age 88, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2011, while surrounded by his loving family. Reynaldo is survived by wife, Stella; his children, Ross, John, Paul, Rey and wife Lorrie, Dale and wife Liz, Michael, Marquita, and Cesario; twelve grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; sister, Rosina and husband Gene; numerous nieces, nephews. Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 2, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church on 300 Mildred and Fourth Street. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Reynaldo's care was entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque,New Mexico 87114 505-898-3160
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PADILLA -- NICOLE DAWN JEAN Age 33, a life-long resident of Albuquerque, NM. Nicole died peacefully on August 29, 2011. She went home to the Lord, and to be in her mother's arms, Joann, whom she missed dearly. She was born February 8, 1977 to Andy and Joann Padilla. She was preceded in death by her grandpa, Joe Padilla; mother, Joann Padilla; grandmother, Dorothy Freeman. She is survived by her dad and stepmother, Andy and Kim Padilla; brother, Nick Padilla; stepsister, Danielle Martinez; stepbrother, Jared Greivel; niece, Joanna Padilla; grandparents, Cecelia Padilla, George and Wilma Freeman; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives who loved Nicole very much. Nicole had a loving heart and soul, she will be missed dearly by her family. The Padilla family would like to thank UNM Neuroscience Dept. and NM donor services. Your care and compassion for Nicole made it possible for her to pass away peacefully and for her to give new life to someone in need. Services will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 3, 2011 in the Chapel, 7999 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, (505-821-0800). Interment will follow thereafter at the cemetery. We would like to thank family and friends for their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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ROMERO -- GLENDA ANN Age 54, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM has gone somewhere over the rainbow on August 21, 2011. Glenda is survived by her daughter, Laura Marie Wheeler; her son, Jared James Wheeler; two sisters; five brothers; an endless amount of nieces, nephews and cousins. She will be remembered and loved by the numerous friends and family members she touched throughout her dynamic life. The family would like to express a special thank you to all the friends and relatives for their kindness and sympathy at a time when it is needed and greatly appreciated. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2011 At St Johns UMC, 2626 Arizona ST NE, NM 87110, at 6:00 pm, there will also be a celebration held in Mountainair, NM, on September 4, 2011 at the community center, which is located off of Main St. (behind the post office), at 10:00 am with a potluck immediately following. We love you, miss you and will think of you always, your loving Family XOXOXO.
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STALLS -- WILLIAM D. Age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, August 30, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Thala F. Stalls; his children, Suzanne Stalls of Silver Spring, MD, Clay and wife Bonnie Stalls of Los Angeles, CA, and Kent Stalls of Ft. Collins, CO. He has four grandchildren: Duncan Wadsworth and wife Vanda Szekely, Anna Claire Wadsworth, Samuel and Jordan Stalls; a beloved great-granddaughter, Margit Mildred Wadsworth. He has one surviving brother, James L. Stalls, of Amarillo, TX and many nieces and nephews who have fond memories of his kind and gentle ways. His older sister, Mary Helen Wooten, predeceased him in 2010. His life was an example for all of us of constant love and faithfulness. We will miss him beyond measure but take comfort in knowing that he is now resting in the arms of God. Born in Pattonville, Texas and raised on a ranch in West Texas, he was a well-known and respected cattle buyer throughout the Southwest. He graduated with a BS in Agriculture from Texas Tech University in 1949 and an MS in Agriculture from Kansas State University in 1952. He served on the board of the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum and was instrumental in its development. He will be interred in Santa Fe National Cemetery with military honors, having served honorably in World War II. He saw combat at Okinawa with the United States Army's 7th Infantry Division, 7th Reconnaissance Troop, one of the defining moments of his lifetime. Services will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2011 at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 5301 Ponderosa Ave. NE. Donations may be made to the Friends of the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Rd., Las Cruces, NM 88011.
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WITIUK -- DORIS G. WITIUK - Doris G. Witiuk, 79, passed away on September 1st. Mrs. Witiuk was preceded in death by husband Stephan Witiuk and son Steven Witiuk. She is survived by sons: Michael Witiuk (Dawn), and John Witiuk (Nicolle); daughters: Christine Chavez (Clifford), and Sandra Ulibarri (Bill); 13 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and nephew Larry Levine. She will be known for the love she had for her family. Mass and interment will take place at a later date. Please refer to the Reflections website for updated information. Please visit Doris's online guest book at: www.Reflectionoflife.com REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations Gloria & Louis Salazar 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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YAZZIE-FUENTES -- LUCILLE Beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and sister passed away on August 29, 2011. Lucille is survived by her parents Johnny and Peggy Yazzie; children, Christina Garcia, Katrina Fuentes, Kyla Fuentes, Marissa Fuentes, and Jonny Garcia; grandson, Xavion Fuentes-Lopez; siblings, Ronald K. Yazzie, Sonny Yazzie, Nona Yazzie and Dawn Yazzie; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Lucille will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Saturday September 3, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services-Wyoming Chapel and interment to follow to Sandia Memory Gardens Albuquerque NM. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Lucille's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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