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ARAGON -- ANTHONY "Big A", 51, born on February 3, 1960, passed away on September 18, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his mother Roberta O. Aragon. He is survived by his father Walter Aragon Jr. He is survived by four children, Patricia, Jennifer, Walter and Jeremy; eight grandchildren, Melina, Jordon, Madison, Ethan, Elliot, Walter, Anaisa, and Ariana. He is also survived by two sisters, Angela Morris and husband Jason, Annette Hoyer and husband Billy. Niece Brianna Morris, nephews Ian and Logan Hoyer. Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Memorial Services will be held Friday, September 23rd at 9am at St. Anne's Church at 1400 Arenal SW, followed by the burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
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BERG -- EDWARD C. Born December 6, 1920, passed away on Monday, September 19, 2011. Edward was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen Berg and wife, Lucille Berg. He is survived by his brother, Richard Berg and his wife, Ruth. Edward was a proud Navy Veteran of WWII and served on both the USS Enterprise and the USS Intrepid. Services will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at French - University followed by interment at 2:15 p.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, Suite 225, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or www.diabetes.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Edward at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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CAMPBELL -- CLAUDE ALLEN Passed away on September 8, 2011 at the age of 89. Allen was born in Kansas City, Missouri on July 1, 1922. Allen is survived by his loving wife, Ila Jean Campbell; son, Carey Wilcox and wife Debbie; daughter Mindy Niles; sister Shirley Stockhoff and husband Jack; step-daughter Nancy Hunt and husband Joe; step-son Charles Horn; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was loved and will be missed. Cremation has taken place, a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
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CERAMI -- SALVATORE R. Age 87, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2011. He was born July 1, 1924 to Leo and Marietta Cerami in Petralia Soprana, Sicily. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary. Salvatore is survived by his children, Lenny, Joe, Sal and Marie; grandchildren, Lenny and wife, Renee, Frankie, Adriana and husband, Massimiliano, Jeanette and Erica; great-grandchildren, Silas, Antonio and Giana; nephews, Joe and Chuck Assicurato. Salvatore moved to Manhattan, NY at the age of 12 with his mother, Marietta to join his father, Leo. He lived and worked in New York until he moved to Rio Rancho in 1974. Deli Mart, Italian foods was started by him in 1978 where he worked until his retirement. Visitation for Mr. Cerami will take place Wednesday, September 21, 2011, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 22, 2011, at 10:30 am at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho. Entombment will take place at Vista Verde Memorial Park following mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Salvatore's honor to the hospice of your choice. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Salvatore's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87124 505-892-9920
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FRAISSINET -- DELBERT ARTHUR Age 66, lifetime resident of New Mexico, died on Friday, September 16, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by loving family and friends - just as he wished. Delbert was born April 1, 1945 to the late Julius and Selfa (Pino) Fraissinet in Socorro, NM. In 1965 he met and fell in love with Elizabeth "Dee Dee" Armijo of Magdalena, NM. Shortly after they were married, the couple moved to Albuquerque, NM where Delbert earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a Master's degree in Education Administration from the University of New Mexico. It was then that Delbert began a career in education that would last more than thirty years and touch countless students, families, and teachers. Delbert taught and served as principal at Socorro elementary, middle, and high schools; and in 1985 he was named Superintendent of Socorro Consolidated Schools. He retired from public education in 1997. During the next several years Delbert worked for the South Central Council of Governments, first as a grant administrator and later as Executive Director. Delbert spent his final years in retirement in Bosque Farms, NM with his loving wife of 44 years, Dee Dee, as well as his devoted children, grandchildren, many friends and family. The Fraissinets were dedicated members of San Miguel Catholic Church of Socorro, NM, where for many years they helped lead the marriage enrichment program. Delbert is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth Fraissinet of Bosque Farms, NM; his three children, son Philip and wife Margaret Fraissinet of Houston, TX; daughters Nicole and husband Roger Roth of Los Lunas, NM; Amanda and husband Mickey Lozano of Los Lunas, NM; his brother Jean and wife Lala Fraissinet of Socorro, NM; nine grandchildren Ryan, Brendan, Mary, Braylon, Mickaela, Justin, Joseph, Jacob, and Mia Rose; many brothers and sisters-in-law; many nephews, nieces, and cousins. A Rosary will be recited at 5:00 pm, Friday, September 23, 2011 at San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. A Mass of Resurrection will be held 10:00 am, Saturday, September 24, 2011 at San Miguel Catholic Church with Father Andrew Pavlak as Celebrant. Interment will follow in Old San Miguel Catholic Cemetery. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Delbert's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 309 Garfield St Socorro, New Mexico, 87801 575-835-1530
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GARCIA -- FRED P. Age 36, died September 17, 2011. He is survived by his mother Diana Guiterez; step-father Rick Guiterez; brothers Ruben Garcia and wife, Eric Garcia and wife, Ryan Garcia and wife; sisters Cecelia Garcia and husband, Jillian Lopez and husband; grandmother; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and friends. He will be missed dearly. Rest In Peace. Services to be held on Thursday, September 22, 2011 1:00 pm at the Church Of Christ, 6008 Avalon Rd NW with burial immediately following at Mount Calvary, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE.
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GUTIERREZ -- ANTHONY passed away September 17, 2011 at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Anthony is survived by his loving mother Elizabeth Otero and Step Father Carl Otero; Son Anthony Gutierrez; daughter Crystal Gutierrez; two grandchildren; as well as many Family members and friends. A rosary will be held at Salazar and Sons on Friday, September 23, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. A service will be held Saturday, September 24, 2011. Time and location Pending. Services entrusted to: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com
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HANES -- PATRICK Sept. 21, 1965 - Nov. 21, 2003 Dear Patrick, we miss you more as each year passes. Memories fade, but you are always in our hearts. Love you, Mom
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JORDAN -- MARY EUGENIA (GENTRY) Age 86, devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt passed on to be with her Lord, Saturday, September 17, 2011. Mary was born on June 29, 1925 in Arlington, TX to Richard Ellis and Mary Edith (Little John) Gentry. Mary's family moved to T or C, NM when she was five years old. She resided there until college and marriage brought her to Albuquerque, NM. Mary retired from Mountain States Mutual Casualty Company in 1992 after 28 years of service. She was a charter member of Wesley Methodist Church which was located on 57th Street NW where she played the piano and served as choir director for many years. The last eight years of Mary's life were spent residing in an assisted living facility where she continued to bring inspiration and awareness of the richness in life to the other residents as well as the staff who attended to her. Mary began each day in prayer and ended each day in prayer. These prayers provided the strength that saw her through life. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Ellis and Mary Edith Gentry; son, Gary Leigh Jordan; sister, Catherine Hall. Mary is survived by her son, Richard Alexander Jordan and wife Ruth of Las Vegas, NV; daughter, Cathryne Marie Charlson of Rio Rancho, NM; grandson, Jeff Jordan and wife Tera; grandaughter, Laura Dalasta and husband David; great-granddaughter, Reese Jordan; niece, Karyn Archuleta and husband Thomas; niece, Jean Shultz and husband Ted; nephew, Russ Hall; grand-nephew, Brandon Archuleta; grand-niece, Shannon Archuleta. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that you plant a tree or flower, and admire the beauty of life. Mary's solitude was to find the good in all that is living. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Mary's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920
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MADRID -- NEOMI BERNADETTE age 49, passed away September 16, 2011. She was preceded in death by her son Larry Andrew Madrid and her sister Ernestina Martinez. She is survived by her husband Larry Madrid; daughter Lena and husband Gabriel Pacheco; brothers Pablo Bachicha, David Bachicha and Estevan Bachicha; sisters Frances Sanchez, Martha Bachicha, Isabel Torrez, Lydia Maestas, Evon Tapia, Angie Gabaldon and Lisa Pavia; grandchildren Gabriel Torres, Lacey Torres and Rodrigo Pacheco; also many nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held Wednesday September 21, 2011 at Salazar and Sons Mortuary, with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Salazar and Sons Mortuary, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers are Pablo Bachicha, David Bachicha, Estevan Bachicha, Gabriel Pacheco, Mario Lebya and Dominic Torres. Services have be entrusted to Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 3rd Street SW Albuquerque, New Mexico (505) 247-4124 www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com
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MONTOYA -- SENAIDA Age 89, beloved and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully, Tuesday, September 20, 2011. She was born on October 1, 1921 to the late Delfin and Victoria Garcia, in Canon, NM. She was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM and a member of the Catholic Community. Senaida is survived by her loving husband, Antonio Montoya of Rio Rancho, NM; her children, Alice Howard and husband Gary, Ted Montoya and wife Betsy, Kathy Montoya, Gene Montoya and wife Elizabeth Jaramillo, David Montoya and wife Kathy; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Senaida will be greatly missed by all. Visitations will be today (Wednesday) from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services - Alameda Mortuary, where a Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Bernalillo, NM. Interment will be on Friday, September 23, 2011 at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe at 10:30 a.m. Pall Bearers will be Richard Howard, Tonio Montoya, Carlos Maldonado, Cameron Cnare, Michael Lucero, and Greg Garcia. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Senaida's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87114 505-898-3160
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NEWELL -- DONALD W. Age 86, born December 19, 1924 in Great Bend, Kansas and died September 19, 2011 in Albuquerque and lived most of his life in Denver, Colorado and Albuquerque. Mr. Newell was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Inez. He is survived by his sister, Lenora Ruthven; three nieces; four nephews and their families; and many friends. Don had a career in sales of office supplies with Frankel Carbon and Ribbon in Denver for 50 years. Most recently, he was active in the Solo Club, the Elks, Meadowlark Senior Center and Hope in the Desert Episcopal Church. Friends may visit French - Westside location- Friday, September 23, 2011, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, September 24, 2011, 11:00 a.m. at Hope in the Desert Episcopal Church, 8700 Alameda NE. A graveside service will take place at the Fairmount Cemetery in Denver, Wednesday, September 28, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Don at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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REHFELD -- TOM Passed away on September 8, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 24 years Amy; sons Jake and Will all of Albuquerque; his brother James of Cottonwood, Arizona. Born in Phoenix, Arizona in 1955, Tom's career in Advertising and Marketing Research took him to El Paso, Santa Fe and finally Albuquerque where he was a resident for over 30 years. He most recently served as Senior Research Director for Ameritest CY Research. Tom earned his bachelors degree from Grinnell College and his master's degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. He left us much too soon but touched many, both personally and professionally, with his keen insight and intelligence, wry sense of humor and generous spirit. A memorial service celebrating Tom's life will be held at Saint Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal church, 425 University NE, on October 1, 2011 at 3:00 pm, in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, gifts in Tom's memory may be made to Grinnell College by using the Make a Gift Link at: www.grinnell.edu
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RENAUD -- ROBERT FRANK Dec. 16, 1958 - Sept. 16, 2011 Much loved son, brother, father, uncle and friend. Bob was born on December 16, 1958 in Bayshore, NY, and died from a heart attack at his home in Albuquerque, NM, on Friday, September 16, 2011. Survived by mother Patricia Michalowski Renaud; father Albert Frank Renaud; sisters Pamela Renaud Lierle and Gayle Irene Hoover; son Jayden Adam Martin Renaud; niece Kristin Marie Hoover; nephews William Renaud Hoover and Patrick Renaud Lierle; best friend Vanessa Gonzales; many other friends and family members who will miss him dearly for his kind heart and generous spirit. Now at peace in heaven where his grandparents, cousin, aunt and friends are enjoying his company and forever in our hearts, we love you Bob. Service will be held on Thursday, September 22, 5:30 pm, in the Japanese Garden at the Botanical Gardens, ABQ Biopark, 2601 Central NW, in Albuquerque, NM and on Sunday, September 25, at his parent's home in Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
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REYNOLDS -- ANNALISA DANIELLA MARIA July 31, 2009 - September 21, 2010 1 year has gone by since we lost you. Your memories will live in our hearts forever. We miss you each and everyday, "our little Angel". Love, your family A Rosary/prayer will be said at Annalisa's graveside in honor of her memory, tonight at 6:00pm.
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REYNOLDS -- MARJORIE B. Age 87, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Marjorie's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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RICE -- DAVID ALLEN Age 74, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2011. He was born on November 9, 1936 in Jamestown, NY to Onalee and Erwin Rice. David is survived by his daughters JoAnn and Suzanne; son, Joseph. David was a resident of Albuquerque for over 50 years and was a Korean War Veteran. He was also the founder of TEAM Specialty Products in Albuquerque. Services will be held on Friday, September 23, 2011 at 1:00 pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services Wyoming Chapel. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com David'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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ROMERO -- DARLENE A. Oct. 31, 1965-Sept. 18, 2011 Darlene walked into the arms of the Lord on September 18, 2011. Darlene was preceded in death by her parents Fidel and Amalia Romero. Darlene is survived by her siblings, Nancy Villas, Irene and husband, Carmen Garcia, Bella Romero, Fidel Sr. and wife, Ramona Romero, Robert Romero Sr., Andrew and wife, Margie Romero and Richard Romero; nephews and nieces, Gilbert Jr., Michael, and Angela Villas, Ricardo and Christa Garcia, Fidel, Eric and Kathleen (Binga) Romero, Valerie, Robert, Sharon and Daniel Romero, Andrew (Guy) Romero, Jennifer Moya and Kimberly Romero. Pallbearers will be Gilbert Villas Jr., Michael Villas, Fidel Romero Jr., Andrew (Guy) Romero, Eric Romero, and Robert Romero Jr., and Honorary pallbearers will be Ricardo Garcia, Christa Garcia, Valerie Romero, Jennifer Moya, Angela Villas, Sharon Romero, Kathleen (Binga) Romero, Kimberly Romero and Daniel Romero. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 21 from 6:00pm-7:00pm at Riverside Funeral Home with a Rosary being recited at 7pm. The funeral service will be held Thursday, September 22 with a viewing at 8:30am with Mass to follow at 9am at Holy Family Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo Blvd. 764-9663.
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SAAVEDRA -- GERALD D. (GERALDO) A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, was born August 8, 2011. He passed away Sunday, September 18, 2011. A 1978 graduate of Valley High School, Geraldo attended DeWolf School of Cosmetology, where he became a hair stylist, owning and operating "Geraldo and Friends Salon". He will be remembered as a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. Geraldo loved to attend Church, singing in many Church Choirs. As well, he loved to cook and spend time with his cherished family. Geraldo was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jose and Corina Sanchez and Estanislado Saavedra and by his niece, Samantha Lynn Saavedra. He is survived by his parents, Eliseo and Jenny Saavedra; brother, Stan Saavedra and his wife Donna; two sisters, Barbara Saavedra all of Albuquerque, and Sandra Guzman and her husband Odalis of Queens, NY; five nieces, Charmayne, Sarah Louise, Amanda, Emilia and Olivia Elise; one nephew, Estanislado; great niece, Madison; many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, family members and friends who loved, will miss him and adored him greatly. Services will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church, 4th and Mildred NW. A Viewing will begin at 5:30 pm on Friday, September 23, 2011, followed by the Rosary being recited at 6:00pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 10:00am. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery, located at Avenida Ceasar Chavez and Yale SE. Pallbearers will be Charmayne, Amanda, Celina, Olga, Emilia, Estanislado, Stan and Raul. Honorary pallbearers will be Madison Marie and Olivia Elise. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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SAENZ -- NEMESIO S. Age 70, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, was called home by our heavenly father Thursday, September 15, 2011. He was preceded in death by his brother, Manuel; son, Ignacio; and grandson, Victor Saenz. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Helen; his children, Rosario, Ramona, Nancy and Jose; grandchildren, Frankie, Enrique, Victor, Anahi, Maria, Lizette, Jeryus and one on the way. He also leaves behind three brothers, Enrique, Jesus, and Raul; two sisters, Guadalupe and Ofelia; other family members and a host of friends. Nemesio will be greatly missed by all. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, September 23, 2011, at 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, in Bernalillo, NM, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Those who wish to leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Nemesio's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 505-898-3160
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SEDILLO -- ANDREW THOMAS Age 49, loving son, brother, father, uncle and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior September 15, 2011. He was born on July 28, 1962 to Porcopio and Sadie, in Albuquerque, NM. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. Andrew proudly served in the Navy for four years and retired from the US Postal Service after dedicating 29 years. Andrew loved to collect things, he enjoyed watching TV. and listening to music. Andrew is survived by his mother, Sadie Mitchell; daughters, Alexandra Sedillo and Morgan Powers; his beloved fiance, Lisa Devito; son, Nicholas Devito; mother-in-law, Evelyn; brothers, Patrick, Jerry and Leonard Sedillo; sisters, Pearl Gallegos and husband Tony, Diane Jaquez and husband Juan and Loretta Tapia; aunt Jenny Nevarez, uncle Joe Sanchez and their three children; aunt Mary and uncle Elijio Vigil and their two children and numerous other family and friends. Andrew will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A Visitation to take place at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel of Angels, Wednesday, September 21, 2011 from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm with a reciting of the Rosary at 6:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 9:00 am at Saint Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd SW. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 pm. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Andrew's care entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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SEWELL -- PAT LEE Passed away on September 18th, 2011 at the age of 54. He was born on March 10th, 1957 to Dale and Lois Sewell of Corrales, New Mexico. Pat graduated from West Mesa High School in 1975. He was a member of 4-H, FFA, and the track team. He continued to volunteer for 25 years with the 4-H program. He attended the University of New Mexico. He was an avid fisherman and loved to bowl and was good at both. His high game was a 298 and had several series over 700. He loved to teach others to fish and bowl, also. Pat was president of Casa Placida, Inc. and ran a successful flooring business. Pat was a loving husband, father and grandfather and a loyal friend. He was preceded in death by his father, Dale Sewell and his sister, Corinne Kay Sewell-Lambert. Pat is survived by wife, Patricia E. Sewell of Rio Rancho, NM; mother, Lois Sewell-Hatley of Corrales, NM; daughters, Susan and husband, Louis Trevino, Linda Randle, Jody and husband, Cody Sena; sons, Jimmy Ball, Richard Sewell; grandchildren, Matthew, Anthony, Zachariah, Elizabeth, Ashley, John Paul, Katelyn, Heather, Cissily and another on the way. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 1:30pm at Daniels Family Service- Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho, New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Rodeo Cowboy Association Scholarship Fund, c/o Steve Harrington, P.O. Box 574, Estancia, NM, 87106. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Mr. Sewell's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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SOURS -- CHARLES PAUL JR. Age 83, born in Rifle, CO, and a resident of Albuquerque since February 2011, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2011. Charles is survived by his children, Rea and husband, Charles Ahlgrim of Albuquerque, NM; David Sours and wife, Jamie of Casper, WY and Karl Sours of Farmington, NM; seven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Mr. Sours was preceded in death by his loving wife, Prudy and six brothers and sisters. Mr. Sours served many dedicated years on the Navajo Reservation where he worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He acquired many life-long friends from the Navajo Nation. Services will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2011, 2:00 p.m., at French University location. Honorary pallbearers will be Wes Ahlgrim, Doug Ahlgrim, Cindy Ahlgrim, David Sours, Jr., Justin Sours, Chris Sours, and Chuck Sours. Interment will take place in Dolores, CO on Sunday, September 25, 2011. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Sours at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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TAFOYA -- EILEEN M. "HONEY" Age 52, a resident of Alameda, NM, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 17, 2011. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Ben Paul Tafoya; two special daughters, Michelle and Monica Tafoya; her precious grandchildren, ChristiAna and Caiden Tafoya; god-children Christopher Gutierrez, Jessica Cordova and Adrianna Tafoya. She is also survived by her parents, Tomas "Popo" and Elsie Gonzales; four sisters, Ramona Chavez, Angie Duran, Rita Cordova and Rachel Gutierrez and husband Steve; one brother, Tommy Gonzales Jr, mother-in-law, Julia Tafoya; sister-in-law, Esther and husband, Andy Barela; brother-in-law, Lawrence and wife, Diane Tafoya; also numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and many other family members. Eileen was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Bennie G. Tafoya; uncle, Matias Gonzales; nephew, Joseph Duran; cousin, Yolanda "Yoli" Salaiz; and great-niece, Carleas Duran. Mrs. Tafoya is an employee of the City of Albuquerque. She was a cancer survivor for 15 years, and also battled Lupus for 9 years. Eileen was a strong and loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend who will be greatly missed. She put others before herself so much of the time. Eileen was a member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Catholic Parish and charter member of the Catholic Daughters. She was a participant of the Relay for Life. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, September 22, 2011, 7:00 pm, and a Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 23, 2011, 9:00 am, at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 4502 Alameda NW, with interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family would like to express a special thanks to her doctors Dr. Kumar, Dr. Pereira, Dr. Binder and Dr. Bernard for their excellent care and concern during this time. Please visit our online guestbook for Eileen at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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URITU -- GHEORGHE SR. Age 52, a resident of Albuquerque since 1988, died unexpectedly on Saturday, September 17, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Manuela "Nina"; son, Gheorghe Uritu, Jr. of Albuquerque; parents, Gheorghe and Ioana Uritu of Romania; sisters, Elena Spilca of Albuquerque and Mihaela Uritu of Munich, Germany; nieces and nephew, Marica, Mihaela and Mihai, Jr.; mother-in-law, Viorica Trifu of Romania; numerous other relatives; and many friends in both Romania and Albuquerque. Gheroghe was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Mihai Spilca and father-in-law, Aurel Trifu. Gheorghe was born in 1959 in Romania and after high school joined the Romanian Police Academy. He served as a police officer in Romania until immigrating to the United States in 1988, at which time he came to Albuquerque to join his sister, Elena and brother-in-law, Gheorghe worked for them until starting his own business. At the time of his death he worked at GST Gas Station on Coors. Gheorghe was a happy, outgoing and very friendly person who never held a grudge. He felt very fortunate to live in the United States and was a very giving type of person. Gheorghe was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and uncle and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends and family may visit French--University Chapel, Thursday, September 22, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A Service will be held at French-University Chapel Thursday, September 22, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. Cremation will take place and Gheorghe will be returned to his homeland at some future date. His life lives on in the hearts and memories of his loved ones and family. "Love you, Tucu." Please visit our online guestbook for Gheorghe at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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WEHLING -- LORENE M. Age 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964 died Saturday, September 17, 2011 after a short illness. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Patrick L. Wehling; children, Pat Wehling, Jr. and wife, Ruth Anne, Mary Pedersen and husband, Dennis, Joe Wehling and wife, Debra, Chris Wehling, and Matt Wehling; four grandchildren, Jessica, Luke, Emma and Alice; step-granddaughter, Shayla Heavner; sister, Carlene Sanders and husband, Marvin; numerous nieces and nephews; and many other relatives and friends. Lorene was preceded in death by her parents, Fred H. and Veronica M. Rice; and four siblings. Lorene was born in 1924 in Minco, Oklahoma and graduated from Minco High School and attended the Oklahoma College for Women at Chickasha. She married Patrick on September 3, 1946. They enjoyed travelling to visit family and attend 449th Bomb Group reunions and Rice family reunions. Lorene was an accomplished seamstress. She was a volunteer at Our Lady of Fatima Parish and Women's Guild. Lorene was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A viewing will be held at French--University Chapel, Friday, September 23, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. and a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE on Saturday, September 24, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM on Monday, September 26, 2011, at 3:00 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Lorene at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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ZEMBROWSKI -- YVETTE Of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Thursday August 25, 2011 at 10:40 pm. She was 89 years old. Mass was held at Our Lady of Assumption at 10:00 am on September 1st, after her cremated remains were taken to Sunset Memorial Park, where she was buried with her husband John Zembrowski. She leaves behind a son, Stephen; a daughter, Marcy; two grandsons, Wayne Zembrowski, John Strongberg and his wife, Amy, proud parents of Mrs. Zembrowski's two great-grandchildren. She also left family in CA and FL.
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ZYCH -- GERTRUDE Age 94, passed away Monday, September 19, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Gertrude's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87124 505-892-9920
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