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CONRAD --
DR. JAMES "JIM" 85, died on August 2, 2011 inOakland, CA with his family by his side. He was born on May 20, 1926 in Lansing, MI. He served in the 10th Mountain Division during World War II and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Michigan and Alpha Omega Alpha from the University of Michigan Medical School. After an Invasive Cardiology Fellowship in Salt Lake City, Utah, he practiced cardiology for most of his career in Albuquerque, NM. He loved Brahms, Beethoven, Vivaldi and Shubert, Lena Horn, Oscar Peterson, Robert Service, Robert Frost and James Thurber, among many other artists. He was an avid reader, traveler, hiker, skier, beach bum, sailor, tennis player and cyclist. He was a deep thinker, humble, respectful of all and possessed a wonderful sense of humor. He is survived by his wife Muffy; two sons Kirk (Kristen) and Ben (Lila); and daughter Chris Reyes (Hernan); stepchildren Will Hoyt (Dru), Molly Cashin (Steve) and Emily Blossom (Eric); as well as seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife Nancy Conrad. He is deeply loved by his family and is missed terribly. A burial service will take place at the Wacousta Cemetery, 13471 Wacousta Road, Grand Ledge, MI on August 27, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. A memorial service is also planned for Albuquerque NM in September (details pending). Donations may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation or the Alzheimer's Association.
Published on: Mon September 05, 2011
GOLDEN --
CAROL B. Died peacefully at home on Sept. 2, 2011, with her family and friends around her after a long and valiant struggle against cancer. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on May 5, 1942, she is survived by her husband of 50 years, Larry; daughters, Jessica Golden Tolsky, of West Hills, Calif., and Phyllis Hoffman of Merrick, N.Y.; brother and sister-in-law B. Michael and Cynthia Becker, of Dallas, Tex.; and grandsons, David, Reuven, and Ethan Hoffman and Andrew and Jeremy Tolsky. Carol received degrees in music and music education from the University of Minnesota and the University of Maryland. She taught choral music for 25 years in Montgomery County, Maryland, public schools and retired to Albuquerque 18 years, ago. She was the beloved director of the B'nai Israel choir for 18 years. The funeral will be held, graveside, at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd., SE, on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. Rabbis Scott Hoffman and Arthur Flicker and Cantor Josh Perlman will officiate. Donations in her memory may be made to the Choir Fund at Congregation B'nai Israel, in Albuquerque. Please visit our online guestbook for Carol at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
Published on: Mon September 05, 2011
MERCER --
CHERYL MARIE Was a resident of Edgewood, NM. Born 9 Dec 1957, passed away on Tuesday 30 Aug 2011. Cheryl was a loving wife and mother who is survived by her husband Gene Mercer; daughter Jennifer Mercer; mother Betty Hatfield; mother-in-law Lorraine Mercer; her sister Cindy Quintana. She will be missed.
Published on: Mon September 05, 2011
PEREZ --
ORLANDO J. Born March 20, 1935 and passed away on September 5, 2000. You have been gone for 11 years. A day doesn't go by that we don't think about you. We love and miss you very much. Love Rafealita Pezez and family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren
Published on: Mon September 05, 2011
ROMERO --
THERESA Age 51, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2011. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Those who wish to express their condolences, may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Theresa's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
Published on: Mon September 05, 2011
SPEHAR --
PETER G. Died peacefully on Wednesday, August 31, 2011, following a two year struggle with Pancreatic Cancer. Teacher, artist, sculptor, historian, cherished uncle and brother, Pete was a man of great wit and sly humor. His sparkling blue eyes and infectious smile complimented his incomparable love and devotion for his family and his unlimited guidance to all that held him dear. He was a great story teller, sharing his life's many adventures. Pete was a devoted son to his foster parents, caring for them for m any years. He served in the United States Air Force in the 4900th Air Police Squadron at Kirtland Air Force Base and participated in Operation Ivy in the Marshall Islands. He received the national Service Medal of Good Conduct. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from the Albuquerque Business College where he went on to teach for many years. Pete worked for years at Cee Vee Company Inc. handling cash accounting on the New Mexico State Fairgrounds. He was born in Trout Creek, Michigan on June 29, 1930. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary Spehar; foster parents, Dr. William and Ann Eggert; sisters, Phyllis Ables, Joan Johnson, Anita and Gladys Roso. He is survived by brother, Monsignor Francis X. Eggert; sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Charley villa; sister, Jeri Pierce; nieces and nephews, Melodee Witt and husband, Phil, Carole Sullivan and husband, Danny, Daniel Sandlin and wife, Julie, Shirley Sandlin, Carla Villa and husband Mike Bickel; and numerous other nieces and nephews. His love will remain in our hearts forever. Rosary will be recited on Sunday, September 4, 2011, 7:00 p.m., at French - University Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Monday, September 5, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment to be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to NM Veteran's Health Care system Hospice and Palliative Care Program, attn. of the Social Worker, 1501 San Pedro Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or The American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Peter at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
Published on: Mon September 05, 2011
VIGIL --
ANDREW M. Andrew M. Vigil, age 54, was taken from this world by the Holy Angels and into the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on 8/30/11 after a valiant battle with cancer. He is survived by his beloved wife of 25 years, Katherine Elena (Garcia), sons Anthony, Carlos and Kristopher. He is also survived by his parents Manuel and Virginia; siblings Walter (Sophie), Kenny (Sharon), Phillip (Roseanne), Kathy (Ross) Garcia, Debbie (David) Roybal, and Anna Vigil; many extended family members and dear friends. Andy was preceded in death by his previous wife, Cheryl. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Gerald Parras, Robbie Ramirez, Rick Yost, George Ferris, Carlos Camacho, Robert Stallings, Troy Ortega, Andrew Pena, Javier Navarro, Bob Weber, and Erik Sacks, and Mark Villareal. Andy graduated from Espanola High School in 1975 and received his Bachelor's degree from the University of New Mexico in 1979. Andy was employed in the grocery industry for 35 years and served most recently as the Vice President of Avanza Supermarkets for Nash Finch Corporation in Edina, MN. Andy was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother and friend. He touched many lives with his compassionate nature and generous heart, never turning down an opportunity to help anyone in need. A Rosary will be celebrated at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 6, at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. A Funeral Mass will follow at 9:00 a.m. A Reception will take place at St. Jude Thaddeus Parish Hall, 5712 Paradise Blvd, NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 following the funeral mass. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Andy's name to St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande Catholic Church.
Published on: Mon September 05, 2011
