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BACA -- RAFAELITA September 2, 1930-October 5, 2005 Thinking of you beloved mother on your six year anniversary. We miss you. With lots of love and loving memories. In Jesus Name, The Baca Family
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BARNES -- CAROL FAY Age 73, died October 3, 2011 in Rio Rancho. She is survived by her children, Shirley Nelson and husband Mark, Susan Zink, and Robert Barnes; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Mariam Kuster; and many other family and friends. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Helen Fay. She was born in Florida, lived in Germany, South Carolina, and California before moving to New Mexico in 1968. Mrs. Barnes was a loving and caring mother who will be dearly missed. She enjoyed cross stitch and walking on the beach when possible. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 8, 2011, 11:00 am, at French - Westside Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of New Mexico, 9500 Montgomery Blvd NE #121, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Please visit our online guestbook for Carol at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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CRUZ -- JOHN J. Age 42, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Sunday, October 2, 2011. Funeral Services are pending and to be announced. John's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover S.W. Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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DARROW -- ROBERT J. (BOB) A resident of Albuquerque since 1929 passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at the age of 94, at San Juan Regional Medical Center, in Farmington, NM. Mr. Darrow, loving husband of the late Catherine Darrow (Humphries) and loving companion and friend of the late Kay Bishop, father of the late Robert Darrow Jr. He is survived by his brothers, Floyd Darrow of Newton, Kansas and Barton Darrow of Albuquerque, NM; his son, Will Darrow and wife Therese Millis of Farmington, NM; daughters, Laura Darrow and husband Patrick Harmon of St. Louis, MO, and Christine Darrow of Dallas, TX.; five grandchildren, Jesse Darrow of Ft. Collins, CO, Robert Darrow (Alyssa) of Golden, CO, Annie Irvin (Jeff) of Houston, TX, Sameer Hashash of St. Louis, MO, and Devon Darrow of Charlottesville, VA; and great-grandchildren, Olivia and Caroline Darrow of Golden, CO. Mr. Darrow was a 1935 graduate of Albuquerque High School and was inducted into that schools Ring of Honor in 2009 along with his brothers Floyd and Bart. He was a WWII veteran serving as a Lt. (JG) in the US Navy in both the European and Pacific theaters from 1943 to 1946. Upon discharge from the Navy he returned to the family business (the Darrow Ice Cream Company) to run the company with his father Earl and brothers Floyd and Barton. The Darrow Ice Cream Co. had been principal ice cream supplier to the state of New Mexico. And the company merged with Creamland Dairies in 1956, and Mr. Darrow remained as vice-president, to run the dairy side of the business, especially ice cream manufacturing. Mr. Darrow was an avid golfer and member of the Albuquerque Country Club where he and his son Will earned the title "Saturday Assassins" playing together in 23 Member-Guest tournaments. He earned the coveted "Green Jacket" for Low Net Senior at the New Mexico Senior's tournament and was also a 3 time hole-in-one player. During his lifetime he was active member in Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple, The Rotary Club of Albuquerque (serving, as president, from 1970-1971) and Toastmasters. Service: Memorial Service Friday, October 7, 2011, at 11:00 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust Street, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Burial: Monday, October 10, 2011 at 9:45 a.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe Street, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Bob's name to: Shriner's Hospital for Children, Los Angeles Unit, 3160 Geneva Street, Los Angeles CA 90020. In honor of Bob's sense of humor and his love for ice cream please enjoy a scoop or two of your favorite flavor.
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EATON -- FRANK D. DR. Age 69, was called home to our Heavenly Father on Sunday, October 2, 2011. He was born on May 8, 1942 to Aaron Clarkson Eaton and Eleanor (Davies) Eaton in Cambridge, NY. Dr. Eaton grew up in Bennington, VT. He was accepted at the age of 16 into The Juilliard School for his musical accomplishments. His educational achievements are vast, including degrees from the University of Arizona and a Doctorate in Biometeorolgy from Utah State University. He was an accomplished scientist and had over 300 publications in his name. He recently retired from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratories as a Senior Research Physicist. Dr. Eaton was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He absolutely adored his grandchildren and loved to help them complete their science fair projects and learn to play musical instruments. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and attending state fairs. Though not a gambler, he did like to go to casino buffets. Frank is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Virginia (Gamble) Eaton of Rio Rancho, NM; children, Kimberly (Camron) Brawley of Albuquerque, NM, Leslie (Kevin) Brady of McKinney, TX, Brian (Kelly) Eaton of Rio Rancho, NM, Brett (Melissa) Eaton of Albuquerque, NM, Michelle (fiancee, Jeremy Chavez) Eaton of Rio Rancho, NM; grandchildren, Preston Brawley, Gwendolyn Brawley, Arthur Brawley, Laiken Brady, Brylee Chavez, and Gavin Eaton; sister, Mary Roberta Watilo; and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents A. Clarkson and Eleanor Eaton. A Visitation will be held Thursday, October 6, 2011, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 7, 2011, 1:00 pm, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Panorama Heights Ward, 300 Loma Colorado Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM with Bishop Danton Bean, presiding. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, Rio Rancho. Pallbearers will be Camron Brawley, Kevin Brady, Brian Eaton, Brett Eaton, Jeremy Chavez, and Preston Brawley. The Honorary Pallbearers will be Arthur Brawley and Gavin Eaton. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Mr. Eaton's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87124 505-892-9920
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FARLESS -- PETER AARON Passed away Sunday, October 2, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Peter'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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FULLILOVE -- SHARON (ERICKSON) Surrounded by family and friends, Sharon Fullilove, age 30, gave her final thumbs up on September 30, 2011. Sharon had recently come to call New Mexico home after moving to Albuquerque to take a job as the morning reporter for KOB Eyewitness News 4. Everyone lucky enough to meet or know Sharon would tell you of her infectious smile, laughter, and warmth. She lit up the room the moment she entered and had a way of making everyone around her feel special. Those lucky enough to have been able to call Sharon daughter, sister, granddaughter, cousin, niece or friend were so enormously blessed to have had such a wonderful woman in their lives. There are no words to describe the pain of losing her so young, but we can hope to learn from the way she lived her own life. Live your life with joy, smile from ear to ear, and give two thumbs up whenever possible. Sharon is survived by her father, Richard Fullilove; her mother and step-father, Michaela and Gary Shafer; her sisters, Brittany Shafer and Chantel Fullilove; her brothers, Gary Shafer, Jr. and Jake Fullilove; and her grandparents, Roy and Nan Fullilove. Services will be held at New Covenant Church at 7201 Paseo del Norte NE, Albuquerque, NM, on October 5, 2011 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to New Mexico Donor Services at 1609 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque NM, 87102. There will also be a broadcast journalism scholarship in Sharon's name established at UNM.
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HARRIS -- ROBERT GERALD Memorial Service and Celebration of Bob's life will be held Saturday, October 8th at 4:00 pm at the Ballut Abyad Shrine Center, 6600 Zuni SE, Albuquerque. Please join the family in celebrating his life. See full obituary in Oct 2nd Journal.
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KROPSCHOT -- RICHARD H. Age 84, died peacefully September 30, 2011. He is survived by his wife Claire of 61 year; daughters Susan Kropschot of Santa Fe and Anne Weitz (Tom) of Priest Lake, Idaho; and grandchildren Sarah Shoquist (Trason), and Adam Weitz. Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Henry and Della (Burdorf) Kropschot, he graduated from Litchfield High School, Michigan, before joining the U.S. Navy and serving aboard the USS Enterprise CV-6 during World War II. After the war, he returned to earn his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in physics and mathematics from Michigan State University. He moved to Santa Fe in 1989 when he accepted the position of Laboratory Liaison Officer from the Office of the President of the University of California to the Los Alamos National Laboratory. Prior to that he held positions as the Associate Laboratory Director for Energy Sciences at the University of California Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory; Director of the Office of Basic Energy Sciences at the U. S. Department of Energy; and Director of the Cryogenics Division of the National Bureau of Standards, U.S. Department of Commerce in Boulder, Colorado. He was Professor Adjunct in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Colorado; taught at the University of California at Los Angeles; and was Guest Professor at the E.T.H. in Zurich Switzerland. He was a Fellow of the American Physical Society and the recipient of the U.S. Department of Commerce Gold Medal. He published more than 60 papers in cryogenic engineering and low temperature physics and served as editor of the Review of Scientific Instruments and Cryogenics. In retirement, he was active with the Don Quixotes and the Employer Support Of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Richard H. Kropschot to the Omidyar Challenge, Santa Fe Institute, 1399 Hyde Park Road, Santa Fe, NM 87501. Memorial service is scheduled for 11:00 am on Friday, October 7, 2011 at The Church of the Holy Faith, 311 East Palace Avenue, Santa Fe. Arrangements under direction of: Berardinelli Family Funeral Svs. 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: www.berardinellifuneralhome.com
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LOPEZ -- EPPIE ESQUIBEL Age, 94, passed away on October 3, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on February 27, 1917 in Parkview, NM. She is the daughter of Manuel and Rafaelita Esquibel, wife of Dr. Alfred L. Lopez and mother of Dr. Leonard Lopez, all who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Ted Esquibel and Eloy Esquibel; her sisters, Francis Sisneros and Helen Braxton; and daughter-in-law, Jamie B. Menees. She is survived by her children, Dr. Alfred L. Lopez, Jr. and wife Diane, Dr. Vic Lopez and Melinda Lopez Langdon and husband Bob Langdon and Peggy and Tim Wheeler. She has fourteen grandchildren, Alfred, Stacy, Chris, Sarah, Olivia, Martha, Richard, Lesley, Jennifer, Kristy, Lenny, Andrew, Jackie, and Alex and fourteen great-grandchildren with one on the way. Eppie is survived by Dr. Ray Esquibel and wife, Donna, and Cordelia Weisman and also by special friends Susie Lopez, Jan and Larry Jones, Laureen Carroll and Rosie Rivera. She lived a very happy and fulfilling life. She was a kind, generous and loving mother, grandmother and devoted wife. She graduated Valedictorian of her class in Santa Fe where she was the star shooting guard for the basketball team. She worked for the US government censorship office during WWII while her husband Alfred served under General Patton as dental officer. They returned to Albuquerque after the war was over, where they set up his dental practice in the Albuquerque First National Bank Building before building their office at Medical Arts Square. She served as President of The New Mexico State Dental Auxiliary. She was voted one of the best dressed women in Albuquerque for three consecutive years. Her children teased her unmercifully about this. A Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 7, 2011 at French Lomas Chapel. Private interment will take place at a later date for family members. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Brothers of the Good Shepherd, 901 Brother Mathias Place Northwest, Albuquerque, NM, www.lbgs.org. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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MILLE -- REGINA A. Passed away peacefully at home in Albuquerque, where she lived with her daughter and son-in-law, on Saturday, October 1, 2011. Regina was born in Brooklyn, NY, to Joseph and Katherine Fabiano, on August 8, 1936. Regina moved to New Mexico in 1972 with her daughter, Kathy, and joined her parents and brother, Joe, in Rio Rancho. She worked for Amrep Corp. for over 20 years, and later retired from the Water Utilities Dept. of Rio Rancho. Regina loved the laughter of children, the joy of all animals, and the actor Richard Basehart. She was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, mother-in-law and cousin, and a loyal and loving friend. Regina was one of the kindest people you could ever meet, and even when Alzheimer's took away memory and motor skills, she could still smile at the prospect of a cup of coffee. Regina is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Kathy and Ken Wimmer; her brother Joe Fabiano; and many cousins and friends. Her family would especially like to thank Regina's special caregivers, Ken's sister Cathy, and Regina's best friend, Phyllis Cuoco. Special thanks also to Presbyterian Hospice, helping us to care for her at home for the past several months. Mass will be held on Friday the 7th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho, with a Rosary recited at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Actors and Others for Animals (actorsandothers.com). Or, just be especially kind to a dog or cat, or hug a child in Regina's memory.
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MILLER -- JANET M. Age 80, went to be with the Lord on October 1st following a short illness. Janet was born in Milwaukee WI on December 12, 1930. She worked as a medical technologist in Albuquerque for many years. Most recently she was employed by Dungarvin. She is survived by three children, Diane Melk of Lincoln, NE, Jeff Miller of Oakhurst, NJ, and Scott Miller of Albuquerque, NM; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Kathleen Huelle of Cheyenne, WY. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Rev. Walter and Ermgard Gieschen; sister, Marilyn Meltz; granddaughter, Krissy Thomas. Her Service will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Edgewood, NM, on Wednesday October 5, 2011 at 1:00 pm. Memorials can be made to Christ Lutheran Church School Scholarship Fund, Janet Miller Memorial, 7701 Candelaria Road NE, Albuq, NM, 87110.
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MOHARTER -- KYLE PATRICK Age 24, a resident of Rio Rancho, died Sunday, October 2, 2011. He is survived by parents, Bill and Judy Moharter; brother, Robert Moharter; sisters, Sarah Moharter and Diedra Moharter; son, Kyle Patrick Moharter II; and nephew, JJ Moharter; grandfather, Robert B. Moharter and wife, June; girlfriend, Desiree Barrett and her daughter Sophia; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Darwin and Mary Horton and Ruth Whitfield. Kyle spent much of his time riding and working on his bikes and was an avid guitarist and loved music. He loved his family and friends and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Kyle was a fourth year apprentice in the sheet metal industry with Local #49, and was excellent at fabrication. He was a large part of the Moharter Family Racing Team at Sandia Raceway. Kyle had a smile that would light up an entire room. Services will be held on Friday, October 7, 2011 at 7:00 pm at French - Westside Chapel. Friends may visit French - Westside, Friday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to NM Educators Federal Credit Union in the name of Kyle Patrick Moharter II Trust Fund. Please visit our online guest book for Kyle at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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PARIS -- MARY DINAH Oct. 5, 1911-July 10, 1999 Happy 100th Birthday! Mother, Mom, Mae, Mary D., Granny, and Gran-Gran With lots of love and many memories Sonny, Evelyn, Tommie, Rena, Robert, Harold, Your Grands, and Great-Greats
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SEDILLOS -- BARBARA C. Angel sent on July 17, 1932. Angel rejoicing on October 5, 2009. Cherished memories of our beloved on her second anniversary. The Sedillos Family
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STARKOVICH -- ELLEN A. Age 82, a resident of Edgewood, NM, died into the loving arms of the sacred of heart of Jesus, Sunday, October 2, 2011 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, William Starkovich; daughters, Danise (John) Burke and Carla (James) Fedor; sons, William (Kim) Starkovich, Jr. and Matt (Diane) Starkovich; nine grandchildren, Milissa, Mary, Aly, Tony, Leanne, Ida, Tommy, Jimmy and Billy; three great-grandchildren, Dash, Pressley and Cally; brother, Patrick (Connie) Berry; and many other family and friends. Ellen was preceded in death by her son, John Starkovich; her parents, John and Aileen Berry; brothers, John, Jr., Tom, Eugene, and Daniel; and sister, Marjorie. Ellen had a steadfast faith and was a devoted member of the Catholic Church. She believed that no matter what life brought, God and family came first and you were always there for each other during the good and the bad times. Rosary will be recited Thursday, October 6, 2011, 7:00 p.m. at Holy Child Catholic Church, 19 Camino Del Santo Nino Tijeras, NM 87059, with visitation one hour prior, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 7, 2011, 10:00 a.m. at Holy Child Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mount Carmel Catholic Cemetery on Green Rd in Moriarty, NM. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society, 714 4th Street SW, Albuquerque, www.svdpusa.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Ellen at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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SUAZO -- LUCY Age 97, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, October 2, 2011. She is survived by daughter, Sharon Suazo Lincoln and husband, Elmer J. of Albuquerque, NM; daughter, Joan Suazo Yazzie of Albuquerque, NM; son, Larry Suazo of Lawton, OK; daughter, Rita Cachora and husband, Oscar of Albuquerque, NM; son, Michael L. Suazo of Albuquerque, NM; daughter, Marge Lynette Lodge Pole and husband, William of Rocky Boy, MT; son, Norman T. Suazo and wife, Aleta "Tweety" of Rio Rancho, NM; son, Dale E. Suazo and wife, Rita of Casa Blanca, NM; daughter, Avery Suazo of Albuquerque, NM; daughter, Brenda Zamarron and husband, Heriberto of Albuquerque, NM; and 84 direct descendents. Mrs. Suazo was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years, Jerry C. Suazo and daughter, Doris Kestner. She was a member of All Nations Assembly of God Church where she taught Sunday School. Lucy was a mentor and nurtured not only her children, but also her extended family and friends. Services will be held on Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at 1:00 p.m., at French - University Chapel, with Rev. William Fragua officiating. Interment will follow at Mount of Peace Cemetery in McCartys, NM. Pallbearers will be Corey Lodge Pole, James Vargas, Carlos Lucero, Danny Calderon, Travis Suazo, Aldo J. Vargas, Justin Suazo, and Omar Tovar. Friends may visit French - University Chapel on Wednesday, one hour prior to the service. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to All Nations Assembly of God Church, 1119 Menaul Blvd. NW, 87107. Please visit our online guest book for Lucy at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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TURNEY -- JAMES T. ("JIM") Passed away at the age of 86 on Sunday, October 2, 2011 due to complications from pneumonia. James was born in Old Mesilla, New Mexico, on October 2, 1925 to Joseph Charles Turney and Margaret Tutwiler Turney. Growing up in the Las Cruces area, Jim was active in the Boy Scouts of America and enjoyed swimming, camping, and hunting. He played French horn in the local high school marching band and also later in college. Jim also enjoyed riding motorcycles and touring the state. During World War II, he served in the Pacific as a member of the U.S. Navy Seabees (Construction Battalions). After the war, he completed his B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering at New Mexico State University. During the 1950s, Jim worked on the Snark guided missile program at Northrop Aircraft Corp. in Southern California and Cape Canaveral, Florida. In 1960 he joined the U.S. Air Force Civil Service working in electronic telemetry and returned to New Mexico, residing in Alamogordo and working at Holloman A.F.B. Moving to Albuquerque in 1970, he continued working at Kirtland A.F.B. until retiring after more than 20 years of service. Over the years, the Turney family made many friends in New Mexico, and Jim was very involved with family matters. While his eldest son Scott was active in the Boy Scouts, Jim served as an Assistant Troop Leader. He was especially devoted to his youngest son, Dean, who had Downs Syndrome, and spent much time participating in activities with him. Jim cared for his wife, Opal Inez, and youngest son as their health declined. For the last several years he lived alone at home and made many friends among the caregivers assisting him. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 12th, 2011 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N.E., in Albuquerque. Memorial contributions may be made in James Turney's name to ARC of NM, 505-883-4630, arcnm.org. James ashes will be interred next to those of his wife and youngest son at the Fort Bayard National Cemetery in New Mexico. Please visit our online guestbook for James at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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YUZBICK -- ROY W. Age 90, of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Lillie; one son, Chris "Rene" Yuzbick (Lois) of Lake Tahoe, CA; one grandson, Dylan of Lake Tahoe, CA. Roy worked in the men's department at Sears for 31 years. A Graveside Service will be held Friday, October 7, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM.
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