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BALDRIDGE -- MARJORIE Born February 24, 1929 to Henry and Wilma Devine in Zanesville, Ohio and current resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on December 18, 2011, after complications from pneumonia, at Presbyterian Hospital with her granddaughters at her side. Marjorie is survived by her granddaughters Alicia Webb and husband Jason Webb and Rachel Singer and husband Jason Singer; her great-grandchildren Shelby Webb and Killian Webb; all of Albuquerque; also her sister Gloria King of Bloomfield, NM; nieces Susan King and husband Charles Hartnett of Bloomfield, NM and Linda Hollingsworth and husband Charles Hollingsworth of Albuquerque, NM; and daughter Pat W. McCollum of Albuquerque, NM. Services will be held Friday, December 23, 2011 beginning at 2:00pm at Heights First Church of the Nazarene located at 8401 Paseo Del Norte, NE. Please visit: www.remembertheirstory.com
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BRANTLEY -- CLEO LARKIN Retired USAF MSgt, passed away at age 92 on 6 December 2011. His military service covered 32 years, with time in Germany, Korea and Vietnam. The family was stationed mostly in the western US, but also lived in Madrid, Spain on an overseas tour. Born 23 January 1919, Cleo grew up in McCalla, Alabama, with eight brothers and sisters. He was practical man, skilled in carpentry, and rarely without a pocket knife, string and electrical tape. After his retirement in Albuquerque in 1974, he enjoyed fishing and camping in northern NM and had a strong lifelong connection with the natural world. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Mary Dorothy "Dot"; daughter Sandra; sister Maggie Colvard of McCalla; numerous nieces and nephews and their children. A Memorial is planned for 23 January 2012 at 10:30am at Brookdale Place, 300 Valencia SE, Albuquerque, where Cleo spent his last four years. Cleo's ashes will be buried at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family thanks Brookdale Place, Hospice de la Luz, ElderCare Solutions and French Mortuary for their valuable support during this difficult time.
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CAPO -- JAMES (JIM) Age 82, passed away peacefully December 16, 2011. He was born in Beaumont, TX, on February 25, 1929. At the time of his death he was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM. He co-owned Capo's Truck and Auto Parts until his retirement in 1993. After his retirement he enjoyed traveling around the country in his motorhome. He spent a great deal of his time in Texas, living there until recently when he decided to come home to New Mexico to spend time with his family here. He fought a valiant battle with lung cancer. Jim is survived by his wife Ida Lou; son Butch Capo (Sandy Blalock); and his step-son Ricci Lortz; grandsons Robert Capo, Bill Blalock (Michelle Gallegos) and Robert Lortz; granddaughters Kimberly Scribner, Ricci Lortz, Rocci Lortz and Shawnna Valenzuela; his sister Marie Fox and her husband Roy; his sister-in-law Glenn Capo; great-grandkids Beau, Kelsi and Shelby Scribner, Hunter and Hayden Blalock; and numerous other great-grandkids, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Sam and Frances Capo; his first wife Joe Anne; and his brother Coley Capo. As per his request Jim will be cremated. A Memorial service and celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, December 27th at 11:00 am at the Rio Vista Church, 8701 Golf Course NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Jim's honor to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 505-764-9663.
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CHAVARRIA -- AGUSTIN GUZMAN Was born on August 28, 1952 and passed away December 14, 2011. Please visit our online guest book for Agustin Guzman Chavarria at: www.riversidefunerals.com. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE
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DURAN -- PAUL P. "RANGO" Age 90, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, December 22, 2011 at home, surrounded by his children and grandchildren. He is survived by daughters, Paulina Duran, Monica Bodle, and Diana Day, all of Albuquerque, NM; two sons, Walter Duran of Oregon and Larry Duran of New York. Paul is also survived by one sister, Loria Maxwell of Wisconsin; by four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Paul Duran was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anita; one grandson, Jason; father, Selso G. Duran; mother, Monica Duran; and his three brothers. He was a member of and served as an usher for Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Paul served his country proudly for the United States Army during WWII. He was a Justice of the Peace for Bernalillo County and a Bailiff for the Bernalillo District Court system and also worked for the United States Postal service, as a Letter Carrier. Rosary will be recited Friday, December 23, 2011, 7:00 p.m. at French Lomas Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 24, 2011, 8:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, with Monsignor Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Paul at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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FAY -- RUSSELL G. Born Nov. 17, 1941 and passed away Dec. 13, 2011. Russell was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Helen Fay; his brother, Gavin Fay; daughter, Cindy Fay; two grandchildren, Neissa and Billy Ortiz. He is survived by his brother, Dennis Fay; sister, Laura Ekness and husband, Tom; his children, Christina Cocchia, Steven Fay, Jamie Neiswender, and Lya Brouillette; 11 grandchildren and their families. A private ceremony was held. You will always be loved and remembered. Your journey now complete, its time to rest.
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GONZALEZ -- HECTOR ALONSO Was born in Albuquerque, NM and passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the age of 19. Hector graduated from Albuquerque High School and was currently a student at Central New Mexico Community College. He greatly enjoyed being a mariachi trumpet player. He is survived by his parents, Hector and Rocio Gonzalez; sister, Corina Gonzalez; brother, Omar Gonzalez; grandmothers, Ramona Gonzalez and Maria M. Rodriguez; grandfather, Jose Rodriguez; as well as many family members and friends who love him dearly and will miss him. Services will be held at Holy family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, on Saturday, December 24, 2011. The Rosary will be recited at 8:30am. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00am. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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GRAY -- STEVEN GERALD Steve was born March 25, 1961 in Fairbanks, AK and passed away on December 20, 2011 in Albuquerque at the age of 50. He is survived by his children, Kaleigh Ann Gray and Jeremy Reed and his wife, Stacy and their two daughters, Madison and Destiny; his parents, Troy and Dianne Gray; his brother, Scott and his wife, Chrisann all of Albuquerque; his sister, Tamara Berft and her husband, Greg of Seattle, WA; he also leaves three nephews and two nieces, Morgen McBrayer, Cory and Tara Gray and Zac and Marley Berft; his grandmother, Effie Gray; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Steve worked many years as an electrical contractor. Steve never met a stranger and was knowledgeable on many subjects. He loved music of all kinds. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and was a devoted Cowboy's fan. Steve loved life and lived it to the fullest. A Memorial Service to celebrate Steve's life will be held at New Beginnings Church at 3601 Montgomery Blvd. NE 87109 at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 23, 2011. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Please visit Steven's Online guest book at: www.Reflectionoflife.com. Steve's care has been entrusted to: Reflections Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington St. NE, Albuquerque, NM
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HART -- DENNIS D. Dec. 23, 1957 - Jan. 13, 2006 Happy Birthday! We love you and miss you! Lori, Chris, Michael, and Jennifer
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JOHNSON -- GERALD L. JR. Age 53, born October 6, 1958 passed away December 18, 2011 in Albuquerque NM. A Memorial service will be held at 6:00pm, Friday, December 23, 2011 at Riverside Funeral Home. You may sign the online guest register for Gerald L. Johnson at: www.riversidefunerals.com Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo BLVD. NE (505)764-9663
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LEYBA -- BONNIE RAMONA Age 73, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2011. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, December 23, 2011 at 10:30am and the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Drive SW, with interment to follow at the New San Miguel Cemetery in Socorro, NM. To leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Bonnie's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87110 505-884-1188
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MUNIZ -- JOE F. Age 89, passed away on December 17, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM, where he lived for the past seven years. Born March 19, 1922, in Logan, NM, Joe was a resident of Las Vegas, NV for more than 20 years, where he was a member of the Eagles Club. Joe worked with the CCC, and was a WWII US Army veteran. He also lived in Tucumcari, NM, and Los Angeles, CA. Joe was preceded in death by two sons, Joe Frank and Ernest; one daughter, Joanne; and one grandson, Randell; as well as two brothers and four sisters. He is survived by his brother, Larry Muniz, of Denver; four sons Jacob, Guerneville, CA., Robert (Nancy), Las Vegas, NV, Edward, Atlanta, GA, and James; and two daughters Connie Marquez (Ray) and Mary Louise Vigil (James). He is also survived by seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Following cremation, a Rosary Service will be held on Monday, December 26, 2011, at 7:00 pm at Daniels Mortuary, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE., Albuquerque NM.
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NELSON -- CHARLES B. Jan. 29, 1932-Dec. 23, 2009 It's been two years since you left us. you will never be forgotten. You will always be in our hearts forever. Love your family, The Nelsons.
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RAMIREZ -- CHRISTINE Passed away December 19, 2011 at the age of 30. She is survived by her father Philip Ramirez and mother Elizabeth L. Diaz-Ramirez; daughter Meikaila Leilani Ramirez; brothers Phillip Rene and Michael Jeffery Ramirez; sister Wendy Ramirez; grandparents Felipe and Maria Ramirez and Rosemary Diaz and step-grandmother Carol Martinez; nephew Xavier Provencio; uncles Joe, Jesse, and James Diaz, Alex and Lawrence Ramirez; aunts Jamie, Lorraine and Danielle Diaz, Lucy, Rosemary, Gloria and Elena Ramirez. Please visit Christine's Online guest book at: www.Reflectionoflife.com REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations Louis & Gloria Salazar 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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SIMMONS -- BYRD P. Passed away at the age of 88 on Tuesday, December 20, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Richard L. Simmons. She is survived by her son: Richard E. Simmons and wife Deborah; daughters: Melanie Bowley and Dana, Deborah (Debbie) Wesbrook and John (Joe); eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Byrd was co-owner of Simmons & Simmons Fine Books at 4015 Central NE for 23 years. A Life Celebration will be Friday at 5:00 p.m. in the Reflection of Life Chapel (Washington and Cutler NE). She will be buried with her husband Richard at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe at a later date. Contributions may be made to American Humane Society. Please visit Byrd's online guest book at: www.Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations Louis & Gloria Salazar 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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