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CIRIACKS -- JEAN Passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2011. She is survived by her son, William K. Southard, of Albuquerque. Cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Please make memorial contributions to the American Heart Association, 2201 San Pedro NE, Building 2, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM, 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Jean at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

CONNELLEY -- JACK B. "SKIP" Age 87, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Mari Jo Connelley; children, Priscilla M. Romer and husband, Rich, Paul E. Connelley and Kelly Lee Freeman and husband, John, Karla Gutierrez and husband, Mike, daughter-in-law, Virginia Sena, Maria Johnson and partner, Heather, Edward Johnson; grandchildren, Kevin, Tim, Katie, Shannon, Cindy, Michael, Jack, Thomas, Christopher, David, Mannie and Jamie; great-grandchildren, Gracie, Tucker, Marcelo, Miana, Emilio, Jasmine, Renee, and Devon and Quinton; and sister, Darlene Rose and husband, Dwight. Skip graduated from Raton High School in the Class of 1942. He served in the US Navy during World War II. Skip worked for Mountain Bell for 34 years. He was member of the Manzano Club of the Telephone Pioneers of America. He was also a member of the Zia Drifters Family Campers. He volunteered for Cowboys for Cancer Research. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Friday, July 22, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at 1st Baptist Church of Bosque Farms, 1350 Bosque Farms Blvd. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to Cowboys for Cancer Research, P. O. Box 202, Dona Ana, New Mexico 88032. Please visit our online guestbook for Skip at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

COPELAND -- BARBARA EDWARDS Age 76, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 17, 2011. Barbara was raised in Chicago and moved to Albuquerque in 1957. She raised her two daughters and one son and worked in banking for almost 30 years. She is survived by husband, A.E. (Al) Copeland, who remains in the family home where he receives his care. Also surviving her are daughters, Barbara Baker (John) and Carol Edwards; brother, Larry Winters (Eileen); sister, Florence Winters; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; step-daughter, Debbie Chambless (Jim); step-son, Gary Copeland; one step-grandson; and two daughters-in-law. She was preceded in death by her son, William Edwards III, on November 4, 2010 at age 49 and most of his organs were suitable for transplant. We would encourage people to signup to be organ donors. Barbara had been receiving care since Mother's Day in the Presbyterian Hospice Respite Unit and in her daughter Barbara's home. We would like to thank the loving staff members with Presbyterian Hospice and Respite Unit at Kaseman Hospital, especially Janet Morse, Patsy Ortiz, Brenda Sandberg, Nancy Hostetler and Daisy. We would like to thank the loving caregivers with Home Care Assistance, Susan Bruketta, Cynthia Garcia, Raquel Harrison, Sandra Warren, Phyllis Vigil and Kathy Brown. Thanks to Jane Fuller and Robin Hecker for your help. A special thank you to Dr. Amyn Alidina and Dr. Bryan Goss with NM Cancer Center: you're the best and we are forever grateful to you. A Cryptside Service will be held Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM. Chaplain Janet Morse is officiating. In lieu of flowers please make donations to: Baptist Children's Home in Portales, NM; the American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery Program in Albuquerque, NM; or Presbyterian Hospice and Respite Program at Kaseman Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Barbara at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

CUNEO -- ALAN Age 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1967, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2011. Alan is a U.S. Army veteran having served in Germany. He was an avid golfer, 4H leader and part-time farmer. He retired from PNM in 1997 and volunteered for Meals on Wheels, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and the Family Advocacy Department of the ABQ Police Department. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Geraldine Creaghe Cuneo; his parents, Andrew and Margaret Cuneo; brother, Ryan Cuneo; nephew, John Schroeder and niece Patricia Cuneo. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Horton Cuneo; four children, Diana Cuneo, Lisa Parker, Christine Parker and Andrew Parker and wife, Laura; three nephews, Thomas Schroeder and wife, Jeanne, Colin and Kenneth Cuneo; sister, Anne Schroeder. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Bro and Tracy Animal Welfare, P.O. Box 404, Corrales, NM 87048 or the Watermelon Ranch, 1512 Deborah Rd. SE # 203, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Visitation will be from 9:00-10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services' Palm Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Funeral Services will immediately follow the Visitation. Interment will be at 2:15 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Online condolences can be submitted at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Alan's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

FISH -- SANDRA AND WARREN It has been a year since you guys were taken from us and placed in heaven. It has been a year of many tears and lots of sorrow. We miss and love you guys very much. We now know you're our stars guiding us through the night, and remember there is always a special place for you guys in our hearts. May both of you rest in peace. Love, your family.
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

FORTENBURY -- JAMES EDWARD Passed away July 14, 2011 at the age of 82. He was born in 1928 to Olosis Fortenbury and Florence Mott Fortenbury, in Neosho Missouri. He was a World War II Veteran who faithfully served our Nation from October 25,1946 to April 7, 1948. He will be laid to rest on Wednesday July 20, 2011 at 3:00 pm (Mountain time), at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, just north of Santa Fe, NM. He was preceded in death by his father and mother; brothers Lenard, Charles, and Lee; and sisters Louise, Dolly, and Deloris. Survivors include wife, Alice Vick; brother, John Fortenbury; children, Linda and Brian of Phoenix, AZ; James and Laura of Albuquerque, NM; Forrest and Brenda of Wichita Falls, TX,; Dan and Stacie; Debra; and Robert and Gloria all of Albuquerque NM. Grandchildren, Michael and Melissa of Plainview, TX; Amy, Steve, Ashley and Rip all of Phoenix, AZ; Naomi of Box Elder, SD; and Sean of Albuquerque, NM. With ten great-grandchildren, David of Plainview, TX; Lena, Kaylee, and Brody of Phoenix, AZ; Karile, Loralie, Allyson, DaKwan of Albuquerque, NM; and Sarayha of Box Elder, SD.
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FRANCIA -- MARIA T. Age 93, passed away in Albuquerque, NM. She was a native New Mexican, born to Candelario and Andreitta Jaramillo. Maria is survived by her two daughters, Lupe Mares and husband, Thomas, and Angie Tafoya and husband, Eugene; two sons, Ernest Francia and Candelario Francia and wife, Judy; numerous grandchildren; as well as nieces and nephews. Maria was preceded in death by her husband, Jose M. Francia. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, July 20, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at The International All Faith Center, 217 Iron SW, 87102, with Senior Pastor Ernest Francia officiating. Burial will follow in Escobosa, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Maria at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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GARCIA -- TOM C. Age 78, of Albuquerque joined our Lord on July 16, 2011 surrounded by close family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Jean, and his children; Michael (Helen), Tom (Molly) Jim, John (Monica), Steve, Sally (John) and Cyndi (David). Tom was blessed with ten grandchildren: Jennifer, Lisa, Brandon, Jessy,0 Tarah, Jacob, Sterling, Thomas, Paris, and David, and two great-grandchildren: McKenna and Alex. He is also survived by four sisters: Andrea, Lala, Eileen, Celia and husband John. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary for a viewing on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 from 5-7 pm. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church at Lomas and Tennessee. Funeral Mass to follow at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Domme officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family Requests donations to St. Vincent de Paul Society in Belen, New Mexico 916 Castillo Ave Belen, NM 87002. Please visit our online guestbook for Tom at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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MELILLO -- EMMA LOUELLA Age 56, departed this earth on the wings of angels on July 16, 2011. She was born in Tucson, AZ on February 5, 1955. She was the youngest child of Margaret and Peter Melillo, deceased. She is survived by her loving husband, Terry Strope, and her step-daughter, Theresa (Emery) Walker. Emma loved canning, cooking, gardening, and her cats, Ted & Leo. Most of all, she loved her sister, Marci (Greg) of Lakewood CO; and her brothers, Peter of Jackson Heights, NY, and David (Jean) of Tucson, AZ. She was very fond of two nieces, Annie of Oakton, VA, and Julie of New York City, NY. Emma was recently employed by the Social Security Administration and she had worked for MASH, an advocacy organization for the homeless and under-insured. She was a member of the Riverside Church of Christ in Albuquerque. She touched so many lives with her smile, love, advocacy and kindness. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to PanCan.com (1500 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266) for research into pancreatic cancer. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, July 19, 2011, at 6:00 pm at the Riverside Church of Christ, 3100 La Orilla Rd, Albuquerque, NM. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
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MERRITT -- EDWARD BRUCE Age 81, of Moriarty, passed away Sunday, July 17, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Verda and Roman Merritt; daughter, Glenda Sue Merritt; sister, Ronna Lee Apodaca and husband Max. Bruce is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, LaVon Merritt; one sister, Carolyn Belanus; sons, Mark and wife Rosalie, and Glenn; granddaughter, Michelle Knudsen and husband Alan; twin great-granddaughters, Miya and Kira; grandson Phillip Merritt and wife Becky, two great-grandsons Iden and Gage, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a licensed embalmer, working for French Fitzgerald Funeral Home. Bruce was an electronic tech, retiring from IBM in 1986. He was also an avid ham radio operator for 60 years. Bruce was a wonderful and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and will truly be missed. Graveside Services will be held Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at Sunset Memorial Park, officiated by Reverend Robert Hunt. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bruce's name to a charity of your choice. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Bruce's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011