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BENNETT -- MAX D. 1944 - 2007 You were deeply loved and appreciated. We miss you.
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CHAVEZ -- GERTRUDE M. "TULA" and "NANA" Lifelong resident of Bernalillo, died peacefully in her sleep, Friday, October 14, 2011 at the age of 93. A Rosary will be recited Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Those who wish to express their condolences or share a story, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Gertrude's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87114 505-898-3160 1 (888) 898-3160
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COREY -- RACHEL J. The Family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this time. Your kindness will always be remembered. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com Rachel's care was entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque,New Mexico 87109 505-821-0010
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DUNIGAN -- THOMAS L. Of Santa Fe, passed away the evening of October 14, 2011 from a prolonged illness. His wife and son were at his bedside, holding hands and comforting him as he departed this world. Funeral Mass will be conducted by Father Terrance Brennan at St. Francis Cathedral on Thursday, October 20, at 1:00 P.M., followed by burial at Rivera Family Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Flowers may be sent to the funeral home, or you may make a charitable donation in Tom's memory to a charity of your choice. The Dunigan family has entrusted their loved one to: The Rivera Family of Santa Fe Funeral Options 417 East Rodeo Road Santa Fe, NM 87505 Santafefuneraloption.com (505) 989-7032
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LENBERG -- HAZEL ERUM Age 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 16, 2011, with family members by her side. Hazel was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and had resided in Albuquerque since 1969. She was a very gentle, caring person who loved her family dearly and had a great appreciation for animals. Hazel enjoyed making porcelain dolls, flower arrangements and collecting antiques. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and, at the age of 22, served for two years as a church missionary in northern Mexico. Hazel was preceded in death by her parents, Reuben and Ivy Erum, and her brother, Russell Erum, who was missing in action during World War II. Hazel is survived by her husband of 58 years, Robert Albin Lenberg; daughters, Angela R. Gamiz and Cecilia A. Colombel; sons, Robert A. Lenberg, II, Garth M. Lenberg, Scott E. Lenberg, and Edward P. Lenberg; their spouses and a posterity of twenty-four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A Viewing will be held at 1:00 pm with Funeral Services following at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 22, 2011, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 4109 Eubank Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Hazel'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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MARJON -- LILLI BUSTOS 10/30/1924 - 9/19/2011 Lilli was buried at Santa Fe National Cemetery, following High Mass conducted by Monsignor Eggert at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church on September 27. On behalf of Lilli, I thank all of her remarkable Friends and Relatives who have been so completely sensitive and supportive throughout the ordeal that preceded her death. Words can never thank you enough. Each of you made her proud. Louis Marjon
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MURDOCH -- CITA Age 53, went home on October 16, 2011 to join our Lord Savior and her daughter, Kelly D. Murdoch who passed away on October 20, 2010. We have great comfort that Cita and Kelly's spirits have been reunited in Heaven. Cita is survived by her son, David M. Murdoch and his wife, Rachel; her two granddaughters, Kiadi and Riley. She is also survived by her mother and father, Delia and Jesse G. Lopez; brothers, Jesse Lopez, Eddie Lopez; sisters, Rebecca Ortiz (deceased), Maria Crosley, Joella Apodaca and Julie Lopez Casaus. She also leaves behind her babe, Neri Lovato who she spent the last 14 years with. A Rosary and Memorial Mass will be held on October 21, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM.
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MURDOCH -- KELLY January 2, 1978- October 20, 2010 A Memorial Mass will be held in unity for Kelly and her mother, Cita Murdoch on October 21, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper Ave NW, Abq, NM.
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NEUMANN -- KAY L. Age 67, lost her battle with pancreatic cancer on Oct. 17, 2011. Kay was born 7/12/44 in Rock Island, IL to Emmett D. Goss and Jeanne F. Goss. Kay graduated from Sandia H.S. in 1962. After retiring, Kay settled in Salado, TX to be near her grandchildren. Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Emmett Goss and Jeanne Goss and her husband Lt. Col. Glenn B. Neumann. Kay is survived by her sister, Judy Davis of Georgetown TX; daughters, Robin Staehlin Townsend of Cedar Park TX; Kelli Shepperd along with her husband Craig Shepperd of Salado TX and Kerri Neumann of Cedar Park TX; grandchildren, Tiffani Neumann and Cory Shepperd; great-grandson, Hunter Fulfer, all of Salado TX. Memorial Service is being held on 10/20/11 at 10:00 a.m. at the Salado United Methodist Church in Salado TX.
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OLES -- CHARLES DANIEL Passed away Thursday October 13, 2011, after a long battle with cancer. He was 62. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Charlie lived throughout the country as he served in the Army National Guard during the Vietnam Era, and later worked as a salesman in regional territories throughout the West and Louisiana. Charlie was preceded in death by his father and mother, Eugene and Grace Oles. He is survived by his brothers and sisters: Eugene Oles, Grace Kegresse, and Mary Jane Bisbee, all of Massachusetts; Kathleen Staunton, Joan Wilson, and Susan Oles, all of Oklahoma City, OK; Patricia Allen and Jeannine Masters of New Jersey; Edward Allen, Michael Allen, and Barbara Allen, all of Albuquerque; Frank Allen of Florida; and Geraldine Pacheco of Houston, Texas. He is also survived by his step-mother Mary Hayes who resides in Albuquerque, and many nieces and nephews. Charlie was known for his hilarious, sometimes off-color jokes, he was never without one when you spoke to him. He was loved by all and will be dearly missed. A Funeral Service in his honor will be held at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Paradise Hills on Thursday October 20, 2011, at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please send donations to MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, for thoracic cancer research.
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PADILLA -- KATE G. TO THOSE I LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE ME, When I am gone, release me, let me go. You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears, be happy that we had so many years. I gave you my love, you can only guess how much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, But now it's time I traveled on alone. So grieve a while, for if grieve you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that we must part.. So bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away, for life goes on. So if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near. And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear all of my love around you soft and clear. And then, when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say, "Welcome Home". At 94, Kate received the sacrament of Extreme Unction and peacefully entered into the eternal kingdom of Heaven on October 15, 2011 at her home which she shared with her daughter. There, she will dwell in blissful joy with our Lord and heavenly family throughout eternity. Kate enjoyed a life filled with dance, travel and adventure. She was the last surviving sibling of thirteen children born to Mariano and Cruzita Saavedra Garcia who preceded her in death. Kate was also preceded in death by her husband, Claude V. Padilla and her step-son. She is survived by her three children; a step-daughter; and numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren. Friends may visit French, Friday, October 21, 2011, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm with a Rosary following at 7:00 pm at French - Westside location. Communion services will be celebrated Saturday, October 22, 2011,11:00 am, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW with burial to follow at San Jose de Armijo. She loved flowers, was full of life and did things her way to the end. She will be greatly missed. Please visit our online guestbook for Kate at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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POTEET -- HORACE MONROE Died October 16, 2011. He was born April 5, 1930 in Turnersville, Texas to Horace and Elizabeth (Ulmer) Poteet. His father was a Methodist Minister and the family moved often to various small Texas communities during his precollege years. He started undergraduate school at Texas Wesleyan College in Fort Worth on a Methodist scholarship. Knowing that he wanted to study physics and math, he transferred to North Texas State Teachers College in Denton and obtained his masters degree in physics in 1951. During his final year at school a recruiter from Bell Labs approached him suggesting that he look at Sandia Corporation as a possible employer. The subsequent interview convinced him that both Sandia and Albuquerque were his future career destinations. On March 23, 1952, he went back to Denton to marry his college sweetheart Joy Hook who had recently graduated from Texas State College for Women. Horace and Joy have been happily married ever since. In 1956, he joined the active duty USU Naval Reserve where he attended Officer's Candidate School. At his request, he was assigned to the Armed Forces Special Weapons Project, Nuclear Weapons Training Group at Sandia Base---now Kirkland Air Force Base and home of Sandia National Labs. There he taught maintenance and repair of the MC1 and MC3 fusing radars. By 1956, the couple was settled into their own home in the far northeast heights of Albuquerque with their first son, Horace Wesley Poteet who now lives in Colorado. They have lived in this same house, but with many modifications, ever since. Three other sons were born to them, Thomas Monroe Poteet now of Colorado Springs, Colorado; William Peter Poteet of Albuquerque; and Jonathan Daniel Hook Poteet now living on the island nation of Grenada. Horace began his career working as an engineer at Sandia Labs in 1952. He retired from the same company after 50 of service on January 14, 2001 - having held one of the longest continuous careers in Sandia history. During his career there, he was involved in many projects ranging from radar work to investigating the "Taos Hum", and from doing "black hat" security studies on coded switches in nuclear weapons to participating in US/Soviet Joint Verification Experiments. The variety and novelty of the work he performed were among the many reasons he stayed at Sandia for those five decades. Since his formal retirement in 2001, Horace has remained with Sandia Labs on special contracts for various projects on a part time basis. For many years - since his days as a Boy Scout Leader Horace has been an avid hiker and spent many, many hours hiking in the southwest and Sandia Mountains. Horace was deeply interested in New Mexico, and known for his ready knowledge of bird life, plant life, and geography in the area. He was a long term Albuquerque Symphony Orchestra devotee holding season tickets and giving his sons the gift of classical music appreciation. He was an active hands-on Dad, participating in Boy Scouting trips, family projects, and activities for all his sons. He and Joy also traveled extensively with their sons while they were at home. Horace was a devoted family man who also left a life time of service to the nation in the fields of science and engineering. He is survived by his wife Joy and his four sons. Other survivors include William Peter's wife, Bonnie Dee and two sons, Gordon Erick and Arlie Dee; and Jonathan's wife Clare and their son Caleb. Gordon Erick and his wife Michelle Poteet of San Antonio, Texas are the parents of the two great-grandsons, Erick and Russell Poteet. Grandson Arlie Dee Poteet resides in Albuquerque. Horace is also survived by his brother William Poteet and wife Clara of San Angelo, Texas, and his sister Ann and husband Leonard Radde of Cleburne, Texas. "A Great Man". Please share your condolences, sympathies and memories with the family at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 21, 2011 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm with services beginning at 4:00pm at Daniels Family Funeral Service Carlisle Chapel. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting contributions be made to organizations that support the flora and fauna of New Mexico. Horace's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Service 3113 Carlisle Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110
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QUETONE -- MICHAEL WELDON Sunrise: 10/20/1965 Sunset: 03/26/2007 HAPPY BIRTHDAY my beloved son. I remember many happy events during the time you were with us. When I see a feather or a marble in the yard - I think of you and feel that you are near. You had a liking for feathers and I have a memory of how you cut marbles in half to create a design for your window ledge(sills). I remember how you used to drop by unexpectedly and add to our day. If there was anything that needed to be done you would always do it for us and this includes the time you helped me with preparation of green chile for freezing. We look forward to the day we will be together again. Until then, we will all miss you, son. May the "WAR EAGLE" continue to gracefully soar high and proud in your honor forever and ever. With all of our love forever, Mom and Dad Sara and Buddy Quetone
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ROSE -- JAMES EARL Resided in Mason, MI, but formerly of New Mexico. Age 73, went to be with The Lord, Tuesday, October 18, 2011. James was born February 11, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Harold and Eileen (Ferrand) Rose. Jim resided in New Mexico for 22 years before moving back to Michigan in 2005. Jim was a member at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque and enjoyed being an usher. He took great pride in volunteering with Meals on Wheels. Jim loved sports and enjoyed playing cards. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend will be dearly missed by all that knew him. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Carlah; children, James (Letitia) Rose, Debra (Randy) Kelbert and Daniel (Caroline) Rose; brother, Donald (Carol) Rose; sisters, Sharon (Lawrence) Schafer and Barbara (Richard) O'Rourke; half sisters, Ethel "Es" (Robert) Gift and Sandra (Jim) Sweeney; grandchildren, Alicia, Amanda, Alexis, Jacqueline, James III, Noah and Caleb; great-grandchildren, Audrey and Eli; beloved cousin, William (Joann) Rose. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral Services will be held, Tuesday, October 25, 2011, 11:00 AM at Messiah Lutheran Church, Holt, Michigan with Rev. Stephen Grafe and Rev. Daniel Rose officiating. Entombment will follow in Deepdale Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends, Monday, October 24, 2011, 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Home, Holt Chapel. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Meals on Wheels in memory of Jim. Condolences can be sent to the family at: www.palmerbush.com
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TAFOYA -- STEVEN A long-time resident of Roy, NM, age 87, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend, was embraced by the Lord and taken to his heavenly home, Monday, October 17, 2011. Steve was born December 26, 1923 in Mead, Colorado and was known for his smile and his ability to make people laugh. If love could have saved him, he would have lived forever. He is survived by his wife, Alice and their three children, Chris and wife Janice from California and Tony and Steve from Albuquerque; grandchildren, Jolie from Albuquerque and Ronnie and Krista from California; great-grandchildren, Ariana, Christian, Nicholas, Cassandra, Sierra, Maddie, Jarron and Abbie; great-great-grandson, Elias from California; brother, Serafin, from Pueblo, CO; many nieces, nephews and friends. Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Teofila; his father, Lizardo; daughter, Elizabeth; his sisters, Rosanna and Delfinia; his brothers, Avaristo and Domingo. Rosary will be recited, Friday, October 21, at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 22, at 10:00 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 12500 Carmel Ave. NE, Albuquerque with Father Mike Shea, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery located at Wyoming and Paseo del Norte N.E. Pallbearers will be Jerry Lopez, Elmer Medina, Patrick Montano, Joseph Romero, Joseph Tafoya and Abel Trujillo; Honorary Pallbearers Tony Martinez and Jose Trujillo. Visitation will be held at French Mortuary on Lomas on Friday, October 21, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Steve at: www.RememberTheirStory.com You will be forever missed. Your memory is our keepsake with which we'll never part. God has you in His keeping; we have you in our heart. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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TARR -- ILA MAE Went home to be with the Lord on October 12, 2011. She was born on March 30, 1920 in Stigler, Oklahoma. She is survived by two children, seven grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great grandchildren. If you don't believe in Angels, you haven't met our Mother/Grandmother. She is home now, safely in the arms of Jesus. She is loved and greatly missed by all.
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TRASK -- RICHARD "DICK" Following a short illness, Dick Trask, 82, of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2011, surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Kitty; and their three sons, Richard Jr. and wife Liceth of Palisade, CO, Ron and wife Gloria of Albuquerque, and Randy and wife Sarah of Minneapolis, MN. He also leaves behind six grandchildren, K.T. and Richard Trask, III, Torey Standley (Chris), Adam Gurule, Teresa Moore (Bob), and Randy Trask, Jr.; two great-grandchildren, Whitley and Gage Moore; brother, Arnold of Webster, NY; and sister, Gloria Wagner of Yonkers, NY. He was preceded in death by his parents, Malcolm and Julia Trask; and his brother, Warren Trask, all of Yonkers, NY. Born in Yonkers, NY, Dick began playing the saxophone at age 12. By the age of 16, he was a member of the American Federation of Musicians and playing professionally. Using the sax to finance his education, Dick graduated from Manhattan College with a BS in mathematics in 1950. Later that same year, Dick started his career as a Department of Army civilian math statistician at Aberdeen, Maryland. He met the love of his life on a blind date in Aberdeen in 1953. Their courtship rarely included a Saturday night, as those were reserved for musical "gigs!" They were married in 1955 and began a 56 year adventure that spanned the globe, but no place more beloved to them than Albuquerque. While working in Maryland, Dick earned an MS in Statistics in 1959 from the University of Delaware. Upon his departure from Aberdeen, he became a Department of Air Force civilian where he served in a number of civil service assignments in the United States and in the Netherlands before moving to Albuquerque in 1973. Dick developed a profound love of New Mexico, and while he accepted one additional assignment in Dayton, OH, there was no question that he would return to New Mexico to retire. While in New Mexico, Dick earned a Master of Management degree from the University of New Mexico in 1977. In 1984, he retired from federal service as a member of the United States Senior Executive Service (SES). Dick was honored to receive numerous awards and citations including the Meritorious Civilian Service Award and Decoration for Exceptional Civilian Service. He was a member of the Association of Old Crows, the Operations Research Society, and the Air Force Association. Following his retirement, Dick was selected to open and manage the Albuquerque office of General Research Corporation (GRC) in 1984. He continued to lead the office until his retirement from his second career in 1994. Dick was a founding member of the Professional Aerospace Contractors Association (PACA), served as president and vice president, and remained active as a member of the board until his death. While Dick's passion for music never diminished throughout his career, his ability to devote more time to music was a welcomed benefit of retirement. Dick was a founding member of Jazz a la Carte, a member of the Rio Grande Jazz Society, and a very active supporter of the Albuquerque Outpost Performance Space. He frequently worked with and encouraged young musicians. Dick was well known and loved throughout New Mexico's music community and was a true inspiration. He was an active member of John XXIII Catholic Community and a true American patriot. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Dick's passion for life was evident to the leagues of people whose lives he touched. His loss will be felt by many. Services will be at John XXIII Catholic Community on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Outpost Performance Space in memory of Dick, in honor of his love for jazz music. (P.O. Box 4543, ABQ, NM 87196/ 505-268-0044). Please visit our online guestbook for Dick at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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TUFFS -- FRANK J. A private graveside service for Frank J. Tuffs of Roswell will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Age 91, of Roswell passed away Saturday, October 15, 2011 in Roswell. Frank was born July 6, 1920 in Deer Creek, Minnesota to Frank Monroe and Helen (Packard) Tuffs. He married Martha Randall on September 4, 1954. He served in the Air Force and went to work for Sandia National Laboratories for 24 years until he retired. Frank lived in Albuquerque before moving to Roswell. In Albuquerque, he was a Deacon and Elder at First Presbyterian Church where he had been a 50 year member. Frank was a very skilled woodcarver and talented furniture builder. He made beautiful stained glass windows and lamps, and loved to fish. Frank was an avid Dallas Cowboys Fan. Those left to cherish his memory is wife, Martha of the home; daughters, Lori Martinez and husband Dr. Reynaldo Martinez of Roswell and Pamela Brown of Albuquerque; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death is sister, Corrine Tuffs and brothers, James Tuffs, Richard Tuffs, and Lawrence Tuffs. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Frank's honor to First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please take a moment to share your thoughts and memories in the online register book at andersonbethany.com. Services are under the direction of Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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VALDEZ -- MARY E. (BETTY) Went to the Lord on September 28, 2011, after a long illness at home with her children by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Alma Mahaffey of Florida, and her husband of 53 years, Andy of Albuquerque. She is survived by her children, Jim Valdez and wife Missy of Denver, Giles Valdez of Albuquerque, Roberta Valdez of Albuquerque, Bobby Valdez of Phoenix, Mike Valdez and wife Heather of Phoenix; grandchildren, Nicole and Mike of Denver, Lexie, Jasmine and Cheyenne of Phoenix; great-grandchildren, Marissa and Isabella of Denver; brother, Jim Mahaffey and wife Phyllis of Oklahoma; sisters, Judy Mahaffey of Denver, and Billyrae Murokoshi and husband Mike of Hawaii; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Mom, we love you, and you will always be in our hearts. A private family celebration honoring her life will take place at a later date.
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WEBB -- NELLIE D. age 90, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 14, 2011, in the presence of her daughters. Nellie was born October 6, 1921 in Daugherty, Texas and was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, R. L. (Buck) Webb. She is survived by daughters, Gayle Webb, Melba Roach, Donna and husband Steve Maschewski, and Carla Webb; She is also survived by five grandchildren - Lori Barber, Phillip Casados, Kara Brock, Debra West, Amy Sedillo; and eight great-grandchildren. Nellie was the fifth and youngest child of Gus and Josie Ray. As a young woman, she was an avid athlete and won many trophies and titles playing basketball, tennis, and baseball. Throughout her life she loved sports, fishing, sewing, and gardening and was always looking for a challenging project. Buck and Nellie came to Albuquerque from Matador, Texas in 1954 where they made their home. Nellie was a woman of many talents and master of them all. She loved to work and stay busy. She owned Webb's Grocery Market, Webb Upholstery, sold Tupperware and was co-owner, costume designer and seamstress of Accent Uniforms. Nellie stood up to the business of living. She told many interesting and funny stories of her childhood, of the hardships of the Great Depression, of the devastation of the Dust Bowl, and of the support she gave to the troops and her family during WWII. We will miss her strong will, her intuition, her sense of humor, her love of family, and her great spirit. She will be missed by friends, family, and her nieces, and nephews. We love you dear Mama and Gran. A visitation will be held Thursday, October 20, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at French ~ University Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, and Services will be held on Friday, October 21, 2011 at 10:30 a.m., French ~ University Chapel. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers are Phillip Casados, Shane Barber, Chris Brock, Cole Barber, Austin Barber and Henry Sedillo. Honorary Pallbearers are Steve Maschewski and Aaron Barker. Our sincere appreciation and gratitude to Total Community Care doctors, nurses, staff and hospice for their kindness and compassion. Please visit our online guest book for Nellie at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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WILLARD -- EVELYN M. Age 95, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2011. She is survived by her niece, Carol Gardner and her husband J. Charles of Reading, PA; cousin, Dorothy Brockman and her husband, Glenn Stone of Peralta, NM; two great-nieces, Robin Sheetz and husband, Carl of Fleetwood, PA and their children, Kelly and Bryan Sheetz and Kathy Herr and husband, Mike of Wyomissing, PA and their son, Max Herr; and many dear friends. Evelyn was preceded in death by her father, Emmett Coblentz; mother, Norma Coblentz; sister, Mabel Cowen; brother-in-law, William Cowen; and niece, Marlene Cowen. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA and raised by her loving parents, Norma and Emmett Coblentz in the little village of Enon Valley, PA. In 1933, the family moved to Rochester, PA, where she met and married Clayton R. Willard, her husband of 61 years. In 1950, they moved to Albuquerque, NM, where she worked for Lovelace for 22 years, retiring in 1972. She was a member of P.E.O. Chapter S and Sandia Presbyterian Church. Services will be held Friday, October 21, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. at Bear Canyon Estates dining room, 4440 Morris St NE, with Reverend Tad Fish officiating. Interment will take place next to her husband at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 10501 Montgomery Blvd NE, Ste 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Please visit our online guest book for Evelyn at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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WILLIAMS -- DENNIS CHARLES Passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2011. He was a rare person. He charmed everyone with his wit, personality and his stories. Everyone who knew him believed he was exceptional, especially his family. We'll miss you always. All our love from Irene, Mike, Mark, Bob, David and Christopher. This isn't an ending for you Dad, but rather a new beginning. Please visit our online guestbook for Dennis at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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ZAVELA -- CHRISTOPHER ALAN SR. Loving father, son, brother and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior at the age of age 42. He was born on August 2, 1969 to Daniel Zavela and Sharon McCoury in Indianapolis, IN. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sharon Zavela. Christopher is survived by his father, G. Daniel Zavela; son, Christopher Alan Zavela Jr.; daughter, Savannah Zavela; brothers, Corey Zavela and wife Lori, John Sonley, Michael Sonley; numerous friends, relatives and all who knew and loved him. A Funeral Mass will take place at Holy Family Parish, 562 Atrisco SW, Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Christopher's care entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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