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GIVLER -- VICTORIA LEE "VICKY" Died July 14, 2011. She was raised in Wilmington, Delaware, lived for 15 years in Northampton, Ma. before moving to Albuquerque in 1989. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Tom; her children, Katherine Anne Givler and husband Thomas Manley, John Thomas Givler and wife Kelly Kinnard, Michael Ogden Givler and wife Mandy and Robert William Givler and wife Kristin Nelson; grandchildren Joshua, Lucia, Molly, Theo, Abigail and Emma; sister, Patricia Poole Benzien; and many other family and friends. A graduate of San Jose State College with a Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy, her profession for 45 years. Vicky was a co-founder of the GivMohr Sling Corporation which manufactures a unique arm sling for stroke victims. A memorial gathering will be Saturday, 2:00 p.m., July 23, 2011 at French - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW. Cremation has taken place. Please visit our online guestbook for Vicky at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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GRIBBLE -- BILLIE PHILLIPS a resident of Rio Rancho, was born to Van and Maggie Phillips in Jayton, Texas. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Clyde Gribble; son, Joe Gribble and wife Nedra of Dayton, OH; daughter, Jana and husband Philip Fachan of Rio Rancho, NM; sisters Dorothy Hughlett of Carlsbad, NM and Sue Smith of Coleman, TX. Billie is also survived by three granddaughters and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Charlie; sister, Dessie Strickland. Billie graduated from High School in Plainview, TX and then attended North Western University in Wichita Falls, TX. She spent the following years as a seamstress and housewife by her husband's side in the USAF while living all over the country. They retired in Brazoria, Texas and lived in the Albuquerque area since 2002. There will be a visitation Wednesday, July 20, 2011 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., with a Funeral Service beginning at 11:00 a.m., at the Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road (inside Vista Verde Memorial Park) Rio Rancho. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Billie'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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HALSTEAD -- KATHRYN M. PHELPS A beautiful and loving mother, age 79, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2011. She was born in Denver, Colorado. She is preceded in death by her parents, Dwight D. and Ruth E. Phelps; her daughters, Jana M. Bryan and Robyn Ramczyk. Kathryn is survived by her daughter, Kathryn A. Martinez Frazzini; granddaughter, Heather M. McKibben, and husband, Will; her sisters, Ruth E. Adams and Charlotte A. Baker; and many nieces and nephews who were dear to her heart. Kathryn was a kind and gentle soul who loved music, painting and dancing. She could play any instrument by ear and play it well, her favorite was the piano. She loved the elderly and spent her working years nursing and caring for them in their final days. Kathryn was a wonderful mother, her children always came first, and she gave them love, time, and guidance unconditionally. She will be greatly missed by all that know and love her. Services will be July 19, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. in the small chapel at Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87109.
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HANSEN -- GRACE ELLEN 93, passed away July 13, 2011, in Albuquerque. She was born November 28, 1917 in Albuquerque, N.M., to her parents Wesley Keene Barr and Columbia Arabel Geer. Grace was a graduate of Albuquerque High School and received a degree in nursing from Baylor University in Dallas, Texas. Her nursing career included working at the TB Hospital at St. Josephs, labor and delivery at Presbyterian Hospital, and was privileged to work with the first woman doctor in the state of New Mexico, Dr. Virginia Milner, MD. Grace loved gardening, needlework, and sewing which she passed on to her daughters. She was a member of the Soroptomists, serving in many capacities, including the office of the president. Grace was a member, along with her husband, of the Rio Grande Jazz Society, where she held the position of the treasurer. She was a member at St Paul's Lutheran Church. Grace is survived by her loving husband, Harry L. Hansen, of 47 years, of Albuquerque; son, Floyd W. Highfill and partner Colette Walz of Las Cruces, N.M.; daughters, Grace E. Riggs of Albuquerque, Virginia E. Zoppa, and husband Gregg Zoppa of Colorado Springs, CO, and Reba J. Renner, and husband Dr. Richard Renner of Bremerton, WA; grandchildren, Christopher W. Tajiri, and wife Michele of Chicago, Il., Derrick T. Tajiri of San Diego, Ca., Michael P. Highfill and wife Pamela of Parker Co, Germany, T Zoppa , and wife Crystal of Pawtuxet River, MD, Joshua Renner of Baltimore, MD, and Christopher Renner of Seattle, WA.; stepchildren, David Hansen of Houston, TX., Peter Hansen of Vista, CA, and Susan Hansen of El Cajon, CA, great-grandchildren, Kristina E. Tajiri, Zachary and Sophia Highfill, Kailey and Joshua Zoppa. At Grace's request, no formal services will be held and cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made in Grace Hansen's name at the Rio Grande Jazz Society Scholarship Fund, www.rgjs.org. To view funeral information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com . Grace's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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HENDEN -- DUANE M. Lt. Col. USAF Ret. Interment with full military honors will be held at Ft. Logan National Cemetery [Area A] in Denver CO at 9:00 am on Friday, 5 August 2011. A reception follows at 11:00 am at the Hilton Garden Inn Denver/Highlands Ranch. A group rate for rooms at the Hilton is available through 22 July. Duane died at home on 7 December 2009 with his family by his side, his remains then being cremated. He was born in Tacoma WA on 28 October 1940 to Emma and John Johnson, both from immigrant Norwegian families. Due to a storm, John, age 2 at the time, and his mother missed the first ship on which they had booked passage to America, the Titanic. Twelve years ago, with the blessing of his wife, his surname was changed to Henden, the original name of his paternal grandfather. His family moved to a farm in the Skagit Valley of WA where he started helping to do chores at the age of three. By the time he graduated from Sedro-Wooley High School, he was repairing machinery and helping to run the farm. After graduating from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma with a degree in Physics, he joined the USAF, first becoming a navigator, then a pilot. Among his decorations was the Distinguished Flying Cross. Duane flew missions in Viet Nam as a FAC. In 1983, a year after his marriage to Pat, when stationed at Kirtland AFB, he retired from active duty. Duane then earned an M.B.A. from Anderson School of Management at UNM and went to work in Santa Fe for the NM State Investment Council, where he worked diligently to ensure that the state's permanent funds were managed with integrity and with the best interests of the beneficiaries in mind. He retired as Deputy State Investment Officer very early in the Richardson administration. After briefly working as a consultant, Duane fully retired and then had time to travel to NY where his son, Erik, attended the United States Merchant Marine Academy and was on their rowing team. Erik now follows in his father's footsteps at Laughlin AFB in TX where he is in AF pilot training. Duane was looking forward to visiting his daughter, Britta, a business major who attends his alma mater, when he succumbed to stomach cancer. We miss him more each day.
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HIXENBAUGH -- WALDO (BUD) Passed away on July 10, 2011 at age 87 after a short illness. Bud, a native New Mexican, was born on January 5, 1924 in the Northern New Mexico town of Watrous. Bud, the son of early New Mexico pioneers, Abena and Frank Hixenbaugh, graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1942. He joined the Coast Guard in 1943 and served honorably in World Ward II in both the Pacific and European War Theaters. He saw duty from the Aleutian Islands to North Africa, Okinawa and the occupation of Japan. Bud next worked for many years at the Bureau of Indian Affairs as a diesel mechanic and retired in the mid 1980's. Bud spent his retirement years expertly restoring over 20 antique and classic automobiles at his large garage. His friends during those years remarked on his generosity in sharing his equipment, time, and expertise, as well as his sense of humor, humble demeanor and sharp wit. Bud was preceded in death by his son, Russell. Surviving family includes his wife, Eveline; three sons and their families, Jerry and Gayle, Wayne and Alison, Ray and Gerrie; plus many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as friends and relatives. Bud will be missed by all.
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HUDSON -- GEORGE H. Age 92, MSGT USAF (RET) a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, died Saturday, July 9, 2011. He is survived by his son, Paul Hudson and wife, Cheryl Thompson; daughter-in-law, Mae Hudson, all of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Tara, Carrie, and Heather; three great-grandchildren; Eli, Ryan, and Thomas; and companion and friend, Frances Robertson. He is preceded in death by his wife Christeen, and son George Leon Hudson. Mr. Hudson started his career in the US Army and transitioned to the Army Air Corps that later became the US Air Force. He is also a life member of Masonic Lodge 68, Disabled American Veterans, and the American Legion. He was long time member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Mr. Hudson was a generous, loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, July 21, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at Manzano del Sol, 5201 Roma NE, with Chaplain Cullen Woods officiating. Interment taking place at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, July 18, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations to be made to the Blinded Veterans Association, 477 H Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Hudson at: RememberTheirStory.com. Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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HUGHES -- JANELL DAREEN (UPSHAW) 33, a native of Albuquerque NM, died of cancer on July 14, 2011. She is survived by her spouse Jay Hughes of Phoenix AZ; children, Sydney Shay, age six and Xander Jason, age one; brother Darius Upshaw and his wife Meghan; parents, Alice and Lyle Davis; father Daryl Upshaw; her aunt Diana Buxton; and aunt and uncle Sharon and David Wilson. Janell, as the wife of an Air Force fighter pilot, has lived and explored Del Rio TX, Phoenix AZ, Aviano Italy, Fairbanks Alaska, and Montgomery AL. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends, but will live forever in our hearts. A viewing will be held on Thursday, July 21, 2011 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., services at 4:00 p.m., at the French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd NE. Interment will follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at 2:15 p.m., Friday, July 22, 2011. The funeral procession will depart French Mortuary at 12:45 p.m., Friday. Contributions to Sydney and Xanders' 529 College Savings Plans are preferred in lieu of flowers. Contact Mike Hughes at 623-451-3518 with any questions. Please visit our online guest book for Janell Dareen Hughes at RememberTheirStory.com.
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JOHNSTON -- MAUREEN HANNA COUGHLIN Age 58, born March 10, 1953 in Passaic, NJ, died July 2, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. Born with Spina Bifida, Maureen dedicated her life to advocating for people with disabilities. Encouraged by her mother Anna to be independent, she learned to drive. Her cars and later, her power chair, became her legs. "Hot Rod Hanna" dedicated her life to teaching vocational rehabilitation and special education from 1974-2004, working at Buckeye Hills Career Center in Rio Grande, OH, and Danbury High School in Danbury, CT. The first in her family to attend college, she earned three degrees, a B.A. in Special Education and Elementary Education from William Patterson State College, a Master's in Vocational Rehabilitation from University of WI-Stout and a 6th year degree in School Counseling and Guidance from SCSU (New Haven, CT). She is survived by children, Jeffrey and Sean, and widowed to second husband, William T. Graves. Maureen is preceded in death by parents, John D. and Anna V. Berg; brothers, Patrick and Daniel. Maureen loved and wore many hats, as proud mother, teacher, mentor, and friend to countless students, neighbors, and strangers. While she is dearly missed, her legacy fills our hearts. At her request, a private viewing and cremation service was held earlier this month. In her honor, contributions can be made to the Spina Bifida Association.
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LINN -- LAURA E. MISKELL Was born March 9, 1970 in El Paso, Texas. She passed away Saturday, July 9, 2011 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the age of 41. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Laura will be remembered as a very loving and caring daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend. She was a Special Education Teacher. Laura was preceded in death by her father, Donald Atwood and she is survived by her husband Roy Linn; daughter, Emma; son, Bryant Ray; step-son, Nick; her parents, Troy and Ida Lands; her brothers, Don Atwood and Greg Lands; as well as other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial Service was held at St. Paul United Methodist Church on Thursday, July 14, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and love at this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, please make Memorial Contributions in Laura Miskell-Linn's name to JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation), 2501 San Pedro Dr. NE. Ste. #204. ABQ., NM. 87110. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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