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BELLER -- JOAN The family of Joan Beller thank their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. Please visit our online guest book for Joan Beller at: www.riversidefunerals.com RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 505-764-9663.
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CAPEHART -- MARVIN LESLIE Reverend Marvin Capehart, age 83 of Logan, NM, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, at Marvin's residence on Saturday, December 3, 2011. Marvin was born to Leslie and Dorothy Capehart in St. Louis, MO, on June 8, 1929. There, he grew up and graduated from high school. He went on to Southwestern Baptist College in Boliver, MO and completed his baccalaureate degree from Oklahoma Baptist University. He then went on to complete his Masters of Divinity at Southwestern Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, TX. Marvin married the love of his life, Janell McDonald on June 6, 1953. He and Janell were blessed with two daughters, Cindy Janell and Colleen June. Marvin pastored at Alameda Baptist Church for 28 years. He hosted the "Ask the Pastor" radio program on KKIM in Albuquerque, NM for 37 years. He was a dedicated police chaplain for the Albuquerque Police Department for over 40 years, and was a hospital chaplain for St. Joseph's Hospital and the Heart Hospital for over 30 years. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie and Dorothy Capehart; and one brother, Melvin Capehart. He is survived by his wife, Janell Capehart of Logan, NM; daughters, Cindy Ellingson and husband, Tom Ellingson of Bixby, OK, and Colleen Kulback and husband, Steve Kulback of Logan, NM; nephew, Melvin Capehart and wife, Lisa Capehart of Ft. Worth, TX; niece, Fawn Capehart of Ft. Worth, TX; ten grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nephews, and nieces. Friends may visit French - University Location on Friday, December 9, 2011 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Rev. Capehart's memorial service will be held Saturday, December 10, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at First Baptist Church of Albuquerque, 4101 Paseo del Norte NW. Interment will take place at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr NE. Please visit our online guest book for Rev. Capehart at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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FROST -- LYNDSEY RENAE Age 18, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Lyndsey's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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GRANFORS -- CARL E. Age 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1985, died Monday, December 5, 2011. He was born in Pontiac, MI on July 9, 1920. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Vera; children, Melanie (James Ito), Carl and Stephanie; and grandchildren, January Newland, Autumn Waite (Joshua), and Cody G. Karr. During WWII, Carl served in the U.S. Army as a Major stationed in England where he met and married Vera. Upon his return to the United States, he began his career with General Motors Truck and Coach as an Electrical Engineer in Pontiac, MI. Shortly after retiring after 37 years with GM, Carl and Vera moved to Albuquerque. Carl enjoyed spending his time with his family. Friends may visit French - Wyoming Chapel Friday, December 9, 2011 from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity "Land Legacy" Fund, P.O. Box 8353, Albuquerque, NM 87198. Please visit our online guestbook for Carl at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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IVEY -- CARL H. Died at his home in Mountainair, New Mexico, on Sunday, December Fourth. He was 83 years old. Just three days before his death, he was surprised by a tentative diagnosis of multiple myeloma. His wife Ruth and four of their six children were at his side when he died. Carl was a teacher, principal, professor, and college administrator for much of his professional career. At Zion Lutheran School in Hinsdale Illinois, he taught elementary school and served as principal of the school. He received an undergraduate degree and later became Dean of Administration at Concordia Lutheran Teachers College in Oak Park, Illinois. He earned a Masters degree in Education at Concordia College in 1959 and a Doctorate in Education at the University of New Mexico in 1965. He later taught sociology and psychology courses at a Purdue University extension in southern Indiana while running the family farm near Friendship, Indiana. Carl was Mayor of Mountainair N.M. from 1990 to 1993. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, December 10th, in the Mountainair High School gymnasium. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be given to a scholarship fund at Immanuel Lutheran School, 300 Gold Ave SE, Albuquerque NM, 87102 or to the Friends of the Mountainair Animal Shelter, PO Box 496, Mountainair, NM 87036.
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KINNEY -- CHRISTOPHER THOMAS Age 23, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Christopher's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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KOMINIAK -- WANDA M. Age 96, resident of Albuquerque for 9 years, passed away Thursday evening, December 1, 2011, in her home. Wanda is survived by her children, George and his wife, Patricia, Carol, Jane, and Tom and his wife, Terry; grandchildren, Scott, Timothy, Matthew, Michael, Nancy and Bryan; great-grandchildren, David, Stephanie, Owen, Tice, Nalani, Sophia and Mikiah; sister, Vicky and her children; and many other relatives and friends. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Marcella Kluz; husband George; and longtime friend and companion, George Schmidt. She was born in Pennsylvania, but lived most of her life in New Jersey. Wanda and her husband owned and operated several businesses, including The Widow's Tavern in Paterson, NJ, and The Village Fountain in Clifton, NJ. She was an active member of St. Brendan's Roman Catholic Church in Clifton, NJ, serving as Eucharistic Minister and worked in the kitchen at Friday Night Bingo. After retirement, Wanda was able to travel extensively, and had fond memories of her trip to the Holy Land, Canada and Alaska. She had an impressive collection of teddy bears, enjoyed breakfasts at The Elk's Club and dinners at Red Lobster with the special people in her life. Wanda's family would like to thank The Rehab Center of Albuquerque, especially nurses Amy and Emmanuel, and Vista Care Hospice, especially Dr. Joy Lovette, Karen (Nurse), Kristen (CNA), and her loving and dedicated caregivers Jeanette, Yaqui and Ugen. Wanda's sweet disposition will be remembered by all. Cremation has taken place, and a Memorial Service will be held Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at French, Westside Chapel, with reception immediately following. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Wanda's honor to the Rio Rancho Elk's Lodge #2500, PO Box 15052, Rio Rancho, NM, 87174, who Wanda admired for their generosity and commitment towards children. Please visit our online guest book for Wanda at: www.remembertheirstory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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LEYBA -- DEMETRIO Age 86, went to be with his Lord and was reunited with the love of his life, Josephine Leyba on Wednesday, December 7, 2011. He is survived by his children, Antoinette Griffin and husband, Jack and Kathy Frisby and husband, Frank; grandchildren, Craig Griffin, Brian Arellanes and companion, Rebecca LaFleur, Jacqueline and husband, Patrick Kane, and Valerie Arellanes; great-grandchildren, Isabel Griffin, P.J. Griffin, Joaquin Arellanes, Ashlee Sanchez, Joseph Griffin, Lucas Griffin, and Tyler Griffin; brother, Antonio Leyba and wife, Mary; sister, Rita Last and husband, Bill; and numerous nephews, nieces and other extended family. Demetrio was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine Leyba; parents, Liberato and Antonia Leyba; and brothers, Liberato Leyba, Jr. and Carlos Leyba. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and received a Bronze Star for bravery. Demetrio was an entrepreneur owning a construction business. He taught Electronics at TVI as a second career. His passion in life was ranching. Friends may visit Saturday, December 10, 2011 beginning at 8:30 a.m. with Rosary and Prayer Service to follow at French - Lomas Chapel. Interment will take place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Demetrio at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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MADRID -- ESTHER C. Age 81, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 8, 2011, at home with her loving family at her side. Mrs. Madrid is survived by her children, Peggy Garcia and husband, Louie, Danny Madrid and wife, Tina, Andrew Madrid Jr. and wife, Gloria, and Tommy Leroy Madrid and wife, Mary; sisters, Virginia Lovato, Isabel Smith, Carmen Chavez, Phyllis Ulibarri and Zeke, and Carol Anaya and husband, Sammy; brother, Ernest Gutierrez and wife, Juanita; her granddaughter, Marsha Suprenant de Garcia and husband, Steve; grandchildren, Luis Garcia, Liz Madrid, Rebecca Apachito, Stephanie Madrid, Amanda Grine, Samantha Montoya, Tommy Madrid Jr., and Janell Files; thirteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mrs. Madrid was preceded in death by her husband, Andres (Andy) Madrid; her parents, Manuel and Anita Gutierrez; brother, Aurelio Gutierrez; and sisters, Mary Lujan and Lilly Alderete. Mrs. Madrid was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church, Post 13 Woman's Auxiliary and Color Guard, and V.F.W. 401. Visitation will be Sunday, December 11, 2011 from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 2:00 p.m. by Dorothy and Lorraine. Final visitation will be Monday at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 9:00 a.m., a Franciscan Friar, presider. Interment will follow at the San Clemente Cemetery, Los Lunas, NM. Pallbearers will be Luis Garcia, Tommy Madrid Jr., Roman Arrellin, Mario Garcia, Steve Surprenant, and James Shoemate. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Madrid III, Mateo Jaramillo, Jake Grine, Vince Grine, Antonio Montoya, Zebulon Apachito, and Lucas Shoemate. Please visit: www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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MCCARTY -- GEORGE COURTNEY Age 96, died at his home in Marble Falls, Texas, on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011. Memorial services will be at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, Dec. 17 at First United Methodist Church in McLean, TX, with the Rev. Thacker Haynes officiating. Arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of McLean. George was born Oct. 18, 1915, to Tom and Lucy McCarty in Bassett, Texas. In 1919, the McCarty's moved to McLean, Texas. Upon graduating high school in 1937, George received a football scholarship to New Mexico A&M. His academics were interrupted by World War II when he enlisted in the Army. He reached the rank of Lt. Col. in the Army Air Corps as a B-17 Bomber Pilot and flight instructor. He married Marietta Young on April 1, 1942, and they had two children, Sandra and Mike. George resigned from the military in 1946. He spent a year coaching high school football in his hometown of McLean, Texas, before returning to New Mexico A&M in 1947 to complete his college education. He was soon hired as their freshman basketball coach in 1948 and finished the season with a 21-3 record. In 1949 he became the head basketball coach and soon after he was named the Athletic Director where he remained until 1953. During his stint at there, he took the school to its first NCAA tournament. In 1953, he became the head basketball coach at Texas Western College (now UTEP) and won several Border Conference Championships. During the 1950s, George recruited and played black players at a time when all-white college sports teams were common. Charles Brown was the first black athlete George brought to Texas Western; he was also the first black athlete in a major sport at a major university in Texas as well as the first in the states that made up the Confederacy. In 1960 George took on the role as Dean of Men and the following year was named Athletic Director at Texas Western. As AD he was personally responsible for hiring Don Haskins, an unproven high school girls coach, despite the strong objections of many. Haskins, under George's leadership, lead the Miners to the 1966 Basketball National Championship captured in the film Glory Road. George left UTEP to become the Athletic Director at the University of Wyoming from 1970-1980. In 1980 he retired and moved to Albuquerque, NM, where he was hired as the President of the Lobo Club heading up athletics fundraising at the University of New Mexico from 1980-1985. He was preceded in death by his brother Hershel McCarty; wife Marietta McCarty; son, Mike McCarty; daughter, Sandra Ashmore; and his first grandchild, Rusty Ashmore. Survivors include his sister Julia Kostka of Arlington Heights, Il; son-in-law Rucker Ashmore of Spicewood, TX; grandson Todd Ashmore of Spicewood, TX; granddaughter Amy Cozby and husband Trey of Marble Falls, TX; granddaughter Carol Ashmore of Austin, TX; granddaughter Rebecca McCarty of Garland, TX; four great-grandchildren Courtney, Calley, Clay and Cacey Cozby of Marble Falls, TX; nephew Joel McCarty of Dallas, TX; sister-in-law Naomi McCarty of McLean, TX; and niece Mary Lee Bayless of Borger, TX. The family suggests memorials be made to George C. McCarty Endowment Fund, Dept. of Athletics, New Mexico State University, P.O. Box 3590, Las Cruces, NM 88003-3590.
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MEAD -- MACK Age 95, a long-time resident of Northeast Albuquerque, died November 8, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances. A Memorial service will be held at French Mortuary on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE (505) 823-9400
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MINOLETTI -- PETER JOSEPH "PETE" Age 79, a resident of Rio Rancho, died Tuesday, December 6, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Laura A Driskell Minoletti; daughters, Debora D. Thornton and husband, Doug of Albuquerque, NM, Linda R. Minoletti-Paul and husband, Tim of Rio Rancho, NM, and Sherry F. Minoletti of Albuquerque, NM. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Cassie Thornton, Kelly Thornton, Brianna Thornton, Shelby Paul, Savannah Paul, Bailey Paul, and Tanner Joseph Paul. Mr. Minoletti was preceded in death by his parents, Peter Paul and Marjorie Pearl Minoletti, and his sister, Peggy Louise Minoletti. Peter attended the University of New Mexico and then served our country in the United States Air Force as a forward combat controller during the Korean Conflict. He was a lifetime member of the BPOE Elks, the PI KAPPA ALPHA Fraternity and of the ABC Bowling Association. A private memorial service will be held with ennichment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors, www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Please visit our online guest book for Peter at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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NUNNERY -- PANSY "PATSY" ALLRED Age 89, of New Braunfels, TX, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 30, 2011. She was born May 12, 1922, in Henderson County, TX. Her parents were the late Charles Alfred Allred and Bonnie Louise (Davis) Allred of east Texas. Her husband was David Chalmers Nunnery, whom she married on Jan 10, 1942. Throughout her life she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. In her later years, she was an avid reader of news and novels and enjoyed family gatherings, crocheting, cooking, gardening, music, bible study, and church/social events. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Jimmie Dale Nunnery and her siblings, Virgil C. Allred, Charles Q. Allred, Cyril E. "Sonny" Allred, Leland A."Dick" Allred, Bonnie Kathleen "Kit" Leader, and Ruth V. Hale. She is survived by a daughter, Bonnie Louise (Nunnery) Clausen and husband Tom of Cibolo, TX; three sons, David W. Nunnery and wife Betty of Leander, TX, Gerald D. (Jerry) Nunnery and wife Karen of Center Point, TX, and Wilson E. (Gene) Nunnery and wife Antoinette of St. Francisville, LA; seven grandchildren, Kristine Schlottman (husband Todd), Michelle Warren (husband Kevin), Greg Nunnery, and Michael Nunnery (wife Jessica), all of Austin, TX, Shannon Sperry (husband Jason) of Phoenix, AZ, Miranda Nunnery and Sarah Nunnery of St. Francisville, LA; eight great-grandchildren, Riley, Jared and Caleb Schlottman; Aidan, Ava, and Zane Warren; and Grant and Grace Nunnery of Austin, TX. Memorial services will be held at Eastside Baptist Church, 983 Holly Street, New Braunfels, TX on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 11:00 am officiated by Pastor Wilburn Taylor. In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to the Eastside Baptist Church or The American Heart Association. FuneralCaring USA Select Chapel 17331 IH-35 San Antonio, Texas 782154 210-946-4445 www.funeralcaringusa.com
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PAYDEN -- MARIAN W. Age 85, passed away Saturday, October 29, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Payden, loving step-mother of Scott and Kristin Payden and Craig. Memorial Services December 11th at 2:00 pm at Mesa View United Methodist Church, 4701 Montano Blvd. Cremains will be spread at 3:30 pm at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road, Rio Rancho. In lieu of flowers, donations can can be mailed to Scott and Kristin Payden, 737 Huntley Drive, Medina, Ohio 44256.
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ROYBAL -- KENNY E. Happy Birthday Kenny, you "good looking guy". Your sudden passing this year has left such a void in our hearts. Thanksgiving was so somber without you and Christmas will not be the same. Christmas is all about the birth of Jesus, and we are comforted knowing that you are now with Our Lord Jesus Christ, our Dad, our Mom, and our sister Renee in heaven. We love and miss you! From your loving sisters, brothers, nephews, nieces and Susie
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SALAZAR -- MARY LOUISE Age 82, went home to the Lord on December 7, 2011. She was born April 8, 1929 in Jemez Springs, NM. Louisa is survived by her daughter, Cecilia Cates; son, Ernesto Salazar, Jr. and wife Theresa; daughter, Grace Garnand and husband Chris; daughter, Geraldine Martinez and husband Lawrence; son, Eugene Salazar; grandchildren 11; great-grandchildren, 22; and many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernesto Salazar. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm, Friday, December 9, 2011 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 301 South Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, December 10, 2011 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Assumption Cemetery, Jemez Springs, NM. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Mary's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sara Road Chapel 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920
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STEVENS -- MARIA ASELDITA 10/3/1925 - 12/9/2002 My Beautiful Wife I miss you a lot. Love you forever, Onofre
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TAGGART -- TERRY LYNN Age 69, passed away at home Friday, December 2, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 8, 1942 in Enid, OK and was raised near Hennessey, OK on a wheat farm. He became interested in art as a boy and eventually graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 1964 with a BFA in painting. He then attended the Ohio State University, where he was a teaching assistant, and from which he received his MFA in painting and lithography in 1967. He met his future wife, Diane Salazar at Ohio State and following his graduation, they moved to Guam where Terry taught in the Art Dept. at the University of Guam. In 1969 the couple moved to New York City where Terry pursued his dream of painting professionally. He was represented by a SoHo art gallery and one of his large canvases hung in the JAL terminal at JFK airport. The couple moved to Albuquerque in 1973, where Terry became interested in adobe home design construction. He studied under several local builders, most notably Nat Kaplan, and eventually formed Taggart Construction Co. in 1976. He designed and built over 400 custom adobe homes, as well as other projects around the state, including buildings at Isleta and Jemez pueblos. He was especially proud to be chosen to rebuild the two kivas at Cochiti Pueblo, as well as their community center. Terry continued painting throughout his entire life and was represented for a time at the Dartmouth Gallery. When he closed Taggart Construction in 1999, he went to work at Adobe Building Supply, becoming their top salesman and designer. He and Diane both retired in 2008 and they made three road trips that year before his health began to fail him. Terry loved his family, travel, talking about art, old movies, and life. In his last years he taught himself how to "paint" on the computer using the latest version of Photoshop. He completed three different art projects the week he died. Over the years he was a member of several Episcopal churches in the Albuquerque area, the last one being St. Francis, Rio Rancho, where he was proud to serve on the Building Committee during the time when the congregation built their new facility. After his hospitalization in 2008, Terry joined the Presbyterian Health Plex, where he regularly attended a chair exercise class for COPD and heart patients. Terry will always be remembered for his sense of humor and his generosity. Terry is survived by his wife, Diane; son, David and partner Hannah Epstein; daughter, Rebecca and husband Michael Madigan; sister-in-law, Gloria Salazar and her daughter, Molly Salazar McGowan; brother, Tim Taggart and wife Faye; sister, Carolyn Deaton; and many nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dee and Kathryn Taggart. The family wishes to thank Presbyterian Hospice for their wonderful care and support during the last few months, especially his aide Sandy, and the entire team of caregivers. A celebration of Terry's life and memorial service will be held Saturday, December 10, 2011 at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain, NE at 10:00 a.m. There will be a reception at the church immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to: The New Mexico Museum of Natural History Foundation or the American Lung Foundation of NM. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Terry'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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