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BALDWIN -- MICHELE Age 45, mother of three, traveler, adventurer, and courageous public advocate for the prevention of cervical cancer, died of the disease on February 5, 2012, at her home in Albuquerque. Baldwin's Starry Ganga expedition standup paddle boarding 700 miles down the Ganges River in India Oct. 18-Nov. 24, 2011, during the final stages of her illness, inspired women worldwide. It brought international accolades (including an Oct. 9 front-page Albuquerque Journal feature). Her expedition website, starryganga.com, chronicles the journey and gives her candid first-person accounts of her cancer and her determination to bring some good from it. After getting her final diagnosis last June, she organized the expedition to raise money for and bring awareness of cervical cancer and its preventability through Pap tests and the HPV vaccine. With her courage, strength, and dedication in carrying out such a difficult challenge while suffering from terminal cancer, Michele inspired women everywhere. She hoped her pilgrimage would save lives and help end the disease. "I would like to leave a legacy for my own children and for girls and women in India," she said. "I want to inspire others to be fearless. . . .Do your own dreams, reach further than you thought possible, help more than you imagine you are able." Also, through her forthright Buddhist acceptance of death, she sought to set an example of not only how to live but how to die. She taught herself standup paddle boarding in August 2011 after doctors at the UNM Cancer Center found that her metastatic disease had spread to the point that no more treatments were possible. (She had previously undergone two rounds of surgery and chemotherapy/radiation.) She then found that while paddle boarding on the river her pain temporarily went away. Although a newcomer to the sport, Michele quickly became a hero to the paddle boarding community and now holds the world record for greatest distance ever paddle boarded by a woman. From an early age she loved swimming and other water sports. This served her well on the Ganga where she started on high-water rapids at the foot of the Himalayas and later not only paddle boarded for hours but also swam every day. In recent years Michele was a realtor in Albuquerque; a ski-lift operator and whitewater raft guide in Crested Butte, CO, from 2006-2009; and an emergency medical technician and student at the Emergency Medical Services Academy of UNM Medical School. She continued her studies as long as she could as her cervical cancer advanced. When she had to leave, returning a full scholarship, the school gave her a special Michele Baldwin Award, "for outstanding determination through times both difficult and joyful" and "for never failing to touch the lives of others, despite the inner turmoil thundering within." Michele Lenore Frazier was born Oct. 6, 1966, in Alexandria, VA. Her parents, Ken and Ruth Frazier, Colorado natives, then worked in Washington, DC. She went to elementary school in Northwest Washington before her family moved to Albuquerque in the mid 1970s. She graduated from Eldorado High School in 1984 and attended the University of Colorado for one year and later UNM's nursing school for three years. At 19 she traveled alone to India, living six months among its varied cultures and working with Mother Teresa. The trip began a lifelong love of India and its culture. At 23, she again traveled through India and Pakistan, partly alone and partly with her fiance, Carter Grotbeck. She trekked to the base camp of K-2 and helped deliver babies at the Afghan Women's Gynecological Hospital in Peshawar. Later they trekked in Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. In 1996 she and a woman friend went through China to Tibet, where they trekked on the high Tibetan Plateau on a pilgrimage to Mount Kailash. In early 2011, after her final round of treatments, Michele took her daughter Audrey from school and they lived for five weeks in Morocco, Spain, and Italy. Early on in her travels she became a practicing Buddhist. Its gentle teachings strongly influenced her. With her lively spirit, gritty determination, and humor she usually persevered over adversity. She wanted to work as a paramedic in international disaster situations. When cancer interfered she used her inspiring gift for clarity of thought and expression about preventing cervical cancer and also about the processes of death and dying. During her Starry Ganga expedition, cancer physicians invited her to speak at the India Medical Association in Varanasi and to medical groups in Agra and Delhi. Baldwin is survived by her parents, her three children, Tenzin Beck, Alexander Kailash Beck, and Audrey Baldwin, and her brother Christopher Frazier, all of Albuquerque; numerous nieces and nephews; former husbands Carter Grotbeck and Joaquin Baldwin, of Albuquerque; and a host of close friends, including Lisa Guerin, Denise Young, and Jackie Kypta who attended to her in her final days. She leaves a proud legacy of courage, determination, and grace in the face of adversity. Her story will be told in a TV documentary about women with cervical cancer being made by filmmaker Frederic Lumiere, "Anyone's Daughter: The HPV Epidemic." It will use video footage from her expedition and interviews he conducted with Michele and her family in Albuquerque during her final weeks. Her constant message: Live your lives fearlessly, and wisely. Get pap smears. Get the HPV vaccine. No one else need die of this disease. Donations may be made to the Michele Baldwin Living Memorial of the Global Initiative Against HPV and Cervical Cancer (giahc.com). She was cremated in Buddhist ceremonies at the Crestone End of Life Project open-air cremation site in Crestone, CO, Feb. 7. A celebration of Michele's life will be held at the UNM Alumni Chapel, 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 12.
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CAMPOS -- JOSE ANTONIO FRANCISCO Age 43, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012. He was born in Santa Fe, NM on January 19, 1969, to Ida R. Montoya and Frank Campos. He was a lifelong resident of the Santa Fe and Rio Rancho area. Mr. Campos will be remembered as an avid Green Bay Packers' and Queensryche fan, loved heavy metal music, enjoyed playing the bass guitar, fishing, snow skiing, motorcycles and sports cars. Most importantly, he was a adoring son, loving brother and fiancee, and wonderful father. He was a child at heart! Mr. Campos is survived by mother, Ida R. Montoya of Rio Rancho, NM; father, Frank Campos, of Santa Fe, NM; fiancee, Lisa Callari, of Albuquerque, NM; children, Victoria Callari and Dominic Costarella of Albuquerque, NM; sisters, Patsy Carbajal and her husband, Art, of Rio Rancho, NM, and Margaret Campos of Dixon, NM; niece, Tarah Sierra, of Rio Rancho, NM; and many friends who will mourn his passing. The Viewing and Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until the Rosary begins at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. A second Rosary will be recited at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, February 10, 2012 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road NE, Rio Rancho, NM. The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM, with Father Scott Mansfield, Celebrant. Burial will take place at Vista Verde Memorial Park following the service. To view information or leave a condolence, visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Mr. Campos' care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920
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CAVANAUGH -- FLORENCE MARIE Age 81, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, February 8, 2012. She is survived by her children, William H Leacock and wife, Rose Marie, Arline M. Kish and husband, Robert, Rosemary Nash and husband, Dave, Christine Bullock and husband, Mark, Olga G. Lovato and husband, Martin; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends. Mrs. Cavanaugh was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas A. Cavanaugh and Olga Marie Hillman. Florence was a longtime member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church. She was a loving mother and devoted grandmother, great-grandmother and was loved by all. A Trisagion will be Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 pm, at French - Westside Chapel. Services will be Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 am at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High St SE, with Rev. Father Conan Gill, officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Friends may visit French, Friday, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Please visit our online guestbook for Florence at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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CHAVEZ -- LUCY C. Lucy left for her heavenly home on Sunday, February 5. Luz Concepcion Romero was born to Bernabe and Frances Romero in Santa Fe, and graduated from Loretto Academy. Lucy loved life and people, and her sense of humor, love of fun, infectious laugh and personality won over the hearts of co-workers, friends and family all her life. Lucy worked for many years for the State of New Mexico and the College of Santa Fe. It was at CSF that she took under her wing and influenced many students who worked for her in the work-study program. Lucy served as La Reina de la Fiesta de Santa Fe in 1946, and was a member of La Club Real. She was involved in community activities when the family lived in Espanola, and loved their time there. Lucy was married to the late Bennie Chavez for 42 years until his death in 1989. Their daughter, Frances Chavez Diener, preceded her in death in 2009. Lucy is survived by her daughter Sylvia Tarro and her husband, Jim; daughter Rosaline Wright; son Bernard Chavez and his wife Juli; daughter Bernice Fink and her husband, Barry; and son Robert and his wife, Katie. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Tanya Woodward and Jamie Chapman; Monica Gonzales and Luz Piccinino; Rudy Lopez and Daniel Wright; Andrea, Ben and Cassie Rose Chavez; Reina, Christian and Liana Fink; Melissa Chavez; great-grandchildren, Eva Rose Lopez and Grace Piccinino; and her brother, Bernabe Romero,Jr. and his wife, Amelia; her sister, Theresa Romero. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 12:00 noon in the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi followed by the Funeral Mass at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be in Santa Fe National Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 14. Jim Tarro, Barry Fink, John Romero, Rudy Padilla, Ron Romero, Brian Romero, Damian Romero will serve as pallbearers. Lucy's children wish to express our deep and sincere gratitude to our dear Aunt Theresa for taking care of and being a precious companion to our dear Mother for the past eight years. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505, (505) 984-8600. Please sign our guestbook for the family at: berardinellifuneralhome.com
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ESQUIVEL -- MEDARDO "MEL" Age 78, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012. He is survived by his son, Martin Esquivel and his wife, Pauline of Albuquerque; daughter, Karla Esquivel of Seattle, WA; and grandchildren, Graciela, Marisa, Carlos Jay and Aurelia. He is also survived by sisters Femia Bustamante and Marian Esquibel of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his parents Eugenio and Emilia Esquibel of Socorro; sisters, Bennie DeGeer, Lola Nabors and Ruth Esquibel; and brothers, Barney Esquibel and Silvestre Esquibel. The youngest of eight children, he was raised in La Joya and Socorro, NM. After graduating from Socorro High School, he served in the Korean War and attended the University of New Mexico on the GI bill where he received a degree in economics -- the first in his family to do so. He became a well respected real estate appraiser in Santa Fe. His wise decision to better himself with an education after serving his country was very important in his children's and grandchildren's success as college became an expectation and not merely a hope. We love, honor and appreciate him. Funeral arrangements through Reflections Funerals and Life Celebrations are pending. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Albuquerque Public Schools Education Foundation in his name at P.O. Box 25704, Albuq., NM 87125.
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FINLEY -- ROBERT Age 70, fondly known as "Uncle Bob", passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012. On January 4, 1964 he married Kathy Franks, his high school sweetheart, and two years later they had their daughter, Melissa. Hunting had always been his passion; from his grade school days, when he walked along the ditch and caught frogs on his way home from school, to the day he was stricken down in the parking lot of Sportsman's. In the 70's, Uncle Bob had a mission: to teach Melissa and his nephews to hunt and fish. Fishing trips to the lake soon included boating and water skiing, where his daughter, nephews, nieces, and friends gathered and learned to water ski at the hand of "Uncle Bob". Until the mid 90's, he hunted strictly in NM but the call of Kansas pheasant hunting got to him, so he was off to Kansas with his nephews for multiple fun filled outings. In 2000, he had open-heart surgery, but that didn't stop him. He said, "What better way to heal a broken heart than to go hunting". It was then that he decided to fulfill his lifelong dream to go to Africa on a hunting safari. So off to Africa he went with his brother Ed and his nephews. It was the first of four hunting excursions to Africa with the fifth trip in the works. However, this one was going to be different; he planned to take his seven year old grandson, Casey, with him. Casey wanted to be just like his Papa, and Papa had already taught him how to shoot a gun and cast a fishing pole further than most adults. From the time Casey and Melissa moved to Albuquerque in 2005, Papa and Casey did everything together. Robert owned and operated Philmore Heating and Air Conditioning, a family owned business since 1954. He was the best husband, father, papa, brother, uncle and friend and he will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by wife, Kathryn Finley; daughter, Melissa; grandson, Casey; twin sister, Roberta Finley and husband, Bill; sister, Liz Finley; brother, Eddie and wife, Barbara; brothers-in-law, Chuck Franks and Joe Smith; nephew, Richard Gonzales and wife, Arian and their children, Marisol and Andy; nephew, Earl Franks and wife, Victoria; nephew, Trey Finley and wife, Alicia; nephew, Chuck Franks and wife, Lisa and their children, Max and Luke; niece, Debi Bartucci and husband, Pat; niece, Dedi Van Winkle and husband, Russ and their children, Zane and Grant; niece, Iris Vallejos and husband, Rick; nephew, Roy Metzgar; also including numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. Uncle Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Josephine and Skip Finley; and brother, Phil. Rosary will be recited on Friday February 10, 2012 at 7:00 pm, at French-Lomas Chapel with visitation one hour prior to the Rosary. Mass will be celebrated for Uncle Bob on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 8:30 am at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Albuquerque High School Alumni Association Scholarship Fund, 800 Odelia Rd NE, 87102. Please visit our online guestbook for Robert "Uncle Bob" at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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ISBURGH -- PETER VAN BUREN Was born August 29, 1930 in Albany, NY to Donald Isburgh and Helen Palmer Isburgh and died February 4, 2012. Growing up in New York and Maryland, he enjoyed competing in a variety of sports especially track and field events during the popular "Field Days." In 1948, Peter graduated from Williston Academy in Easthampton, MA and was described in his senior yearbook as "blessed with six feet three inches and blond hair" and was fondly nicknamed "Boss" by his classmates. Peter attended the University of Maryland on an athletic scholarship and was an intercollegiate champion javelin thrower. He was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha. Upon graduation in 1953, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education, Peter was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. Moving often with his growing family, he served on several Air Force bases stateside as well as in Guam, Germany, Belgium and Canada. While stationed in Quebec, Canada, Peter served as the Commander of the American Air Force detachment for NATO and returned to the states to join the Office of the Inspector General Team, Field Command, Defense Atomic Support Agency. While serving his country, Peter was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal and the Bronze Star. Peter retired from the Air Force as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1974 and began a career in real estate. He married Dorothy Mae Giomi French in 1978. Peter and Dorothy worked together in real estate for 20 years. In retirement, Peter enjoyed golfing, family gatherings, cultivating his yard and garden, traveling with Dorothy and cheering for his grandchildren at their various sporting events. Peter had a passion for new cars and was known to thoroughly research the new car models each year and then test drive them just for the fun of it. Friends and family will miss his friendly smile, strong handshake and fun-loving personality. He typically ended phone conversations with "cheers" instead of the usual goodbye. Peter is survived by his wife of 33 years, Dorothy; brother, Donald Isburgh and wife Mary of Albany, NY; and sister, Carolyn McCoy and husband Dan of Santa Fe, NM; five children, Peter V.B. Isburgh, Jr. (Johanna) of Austin, TX, Susan Price (Kevin) of Panama City Beach, FL, Kathryn Wilson (Britt) of Cedar Crest, NM, Carolyn Crombie (Richard) of Sandia Park, NM, and Ann Staab (Eric) of Albuquerque, NM; three stepchildren, Stephen French (Katherine Tourek), Deidre French, all of Albuquerque, NM, and Gregg French of New Orleans, LA; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Peter was preceded in death by his brother, David Isburgh and stepson, Bruce French. A Christian memorial service celebrating his life will be held at the French - Wyoming Chapel on Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 p.m. Interment at the Santa Fe National Cemetery will take place in the spring. Please visit our online guestbook for Peter at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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KENNEDY -- FLORENCE O. (AKA GAGA) Age 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 6, 2012 after a short illness. She was born in Downers Grove, IL to her parents William James and Florence Maloney O'Niel on Sept 26, 1923. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Kennedy, and her sons, Jay and Billy Kennedy. She is survived by her daughter, Muffin and husband John Menicucci, their children and grandchildren; John Jr. and wife Betsy, their children Sadie, Teagan, and John Americo Menicucci III "Jack" born 1/26/12, all of Omaha; Janea Menicucci, her daughter Leeann; Joseph Menicucci; Jason and wife Shaina Menicucci, their children Riley and Owen Jack (of Townsend MA). Florence is also survived by her daughter Pinkie and husband Greg Neff and their children and grandchildren; Paula and husband Dann Jernigan, their children Seth and Ian; Tricia and husband Jacob Sena, their children Miguel and Jacob; Kim Neff; and Stephen Jack Neff. She is also survived by her grandson Jay Kennedy and wife Lisa of Jackson, MO; daughter-in-law Mary Blake of St. Louis, MO; sister-in-law Dorothy Farley of Chicago, brother-in-law George Schoenfeld of Florida; sister Doris and husband Glen Merker of Naperville, IL, and many nieces and nephews of the Illinois area. Jack's jobs took them from Illinois to New York, Denver, and finally to Albuquerque where they raised their family. She and Jack were one of the families that left Regina Coeli to Queen of Heaven and helped found Our Lady of Annunciation Parish. She was an active member of the Brothers of Good Shepherd, Casa Angelica, Serra Club, Annunciation Women's Guild and Bridge Group. She also played with LLV Overlook bridge, and Church of the Risen Savior bridge group. Florence was an avid sports fan listening to her last game of the Super bowl. She wanted the Giants to win, holding it against Brady that he played for Michigan and not Notre Dame. Just after Christmas she took her last trip to Omaha to see all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her God, Faith and Family have always been a source of life for her. Being Irish played a big part of her life. May your blessings be many, the sun shine above you, your life bring you gladness, and always--God Bless you. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Pallbearers will be George Andresen, Marc and Joseph Cito, Dwight Cole, Max, Sr. and Max Jr. Dominguez, Mike Shook and Brinnon Scott. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 p.m., at French - Wyoming Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady Of Annunciation Church, 2621 Vermont NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Those who wish to make a memorial contribution may give to the Good Shepherd Center, P.O. Box 749, Albuquerque, NM 87103. Please visit our online guestbook for Florence at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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MACGILLIVRAY -- BRIAN SHANE Age 37, a resident of New Mexico, returned home Saturday, February 4, 2012. He is survived by mother, Erin Joy Lanham and Shawn Cannon of Edgewood, NM; grandmothers, Molly MacGillivray and Sandra Lirico and husband, Guiseppe, all of Albuquerque; sister, Mona Lanham; brother, Cody MacGillivray and Rebecca, all of Albuquerque; uncles, Tim Bryant, Jim F. MacGillivray and wife, Jody, and Jack MacGillivray and wife, Cindy; aunt, Kelli Thompson and husband, Joseph all of Albuquerque; former step-father, Wes Lanham; and a large extended family. Shane was preceded in death by his father, Brian Tosh MacGillivray. He worked for NRG Staging as a rigger for over 15 years. Shane also worked for Paul's Monterrey Inn. He was a volunteer fireman in Cloudcroft. Graveside services will take place Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 a.m., at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr NE, with a reception to follow at his mother and Shawn's home. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Turquoise Lodge, 5901 Zuni Road SE. Please visit our online guest book for Shane at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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MILLER -- JAMES GOTTFRIED Age 80, passed away after a short illness February 2, 2012 at La Vida Llena in Albuquerque. Jim was born in Iowa and enlisted in the United States Air Force serving from 1950 until 1970 when he retired from Kirkland Air Force Base as a CMSGT. Jim then invested and helped operate Southwest Adobes Inc. for a short time, after which he retuned in 1974 to his job as Supervisor at 1606 Transportation Sq. Vehicle Maintenance Branch, 542d TRNS/LGTM at Kirkland AFB as a civil servant. In 1984 he was awarded Supervisor of the Year'. He retired permanently in1992 when he and his wife Alice became active charter members of the Good Sam Siesta Travel Club of Albuquerque. Jim was well known for his famous pancakes and as an avid card and game player, a hobby he continued at La Vida Llena. Jim and Alice were awarded on Sept 29, 1996 the New Mexico Golden Halo Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Good Sam Club. He is survived by his sons Charles J. Miller and daughter-in-law, Kathryn A. of Colonial Beach VA, Donald G. Miller and daughter-in-law, Karen Winston of Spokane WA. He is also survived by his three grandchildren, Jon K. Miller, and his wife, Janice of Culpeper, VA, James D. Miller, Lara Jay Miller and great-grandchildren, Rebbeca Miller; and Devin and Karli Miller of Culpeper VA. He was preceded in death by his wife Alice M Miller, his parents Gottfried and Johanna Miller, and his three brothers John, Werner, and Dean Miller; and grandson, Ryan Miller. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 9:00 am Friday Feb 10, 2012 with full Military honors, followed by a memorial service for family and all of his friends at La Vida Llena on La Grima De Oro NE in Carter Hall at 2:00 pm.
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MONTOYA -- ISACC "PAYASO" Age 28, born in Las Vegas, N.M. but resided in Albuquerque, N.M. He went with the Lord on February 3, 2012 in Las Vegas, N.M. He was preceded in death by father, Mario Ruiz. He is survived by fiance, Monique Perea; sons, Isacc, Adrian, and Mario; grandmothers, Ermina and Stella; parents, Lisa (Raymond) Montoya; sister, Hollie; brothers, Manual, Mario, and Fernando; niece Lilly; nephews, Joseph, Adam, and Jacob; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services for Isacc Montoya will be held on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 7:00 pm and on Saturday, February 11th at 6:00 pm at the Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE, 764-9663.
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MORENO -- PHILLIP R. Phillip was called home to be with our Lord and Savior Friday, February 3, 2012 at the age of 23. To view Service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Phillip's care entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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MURO -- OSCAR NICHOLAS 1925 - 2012. He was born in El Paso, Texas to parents, Espiridion and Maria Muro. He joined the Navy in August of 1943. As a proud member of the SEABEES and he traveled on board the USS Saratoga to Johnston Island in the South Pacific. As a SEABEE, he gained the skills that shaped his life. He began his civilian career as a painter; his ambitions lead him to Albuquerque, where he served as a Veterans Service Officer for the State of New Mexico. His passion to assist those in need lead to his involvement as a life member in the American Legion as Commander of Post 99 in Albuquerque. He also served in the D.A.V., V.F.W. and as State Commander of AMVETS. His love for his children was a testament to his life. He truly lived the American dream. His passions included family, travel, community service and fishing. He loved taking his grandchildren on adventures and connecting with friends and family. Oscar is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Maria Moreno Muro; children, Rose and Duke Thornton of Albuquerque, Irene and Henry Sutton of Ruidoso, Grace and Larry Gaskey of Dallas, TX, Annette Day of San Antonio, TX, Oscar J. Muro, of Irvine, CA and Eddie and Stephanie Muro of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 11 great- grandchildren; brother, Alfonso Muro; and sisters, Lola Salazar and Gloria Groves. Oscar was preceded in death by one infant son, Oscar Muro Jr.; one daughter, Delia Muro Witten; four brothers and two sisters. Visitation will be Thursday, February 9, 2012 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at French Lomas Chapel, followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas and Tennessee. Interment with full military honors will be at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM on Monday, February 13, 2012. Please visit our online guest book for Oscar at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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QUINTANA -- DELFINA SOSA Age 68, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2012. She was born in Guanacevi, Mexico on December 9, 1943, to Basilio and Concepcion (Gomez) Sosa. Delfina loved her family and enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren and any other children who came to her home. Her family will miss her dearly and her cooking. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Gregorio Sosa; and sister, Gavina Sosa. Delfina is survived by her daughter, Maria Luisa Quintana and husband Mario Tena; daughter, Elva Rios and husband Frumencio; son, Manuel Quintana; daughter, Clara Chavez and husband Andrew; and Joyce Varela and husband Ramon; grandchildren, Frumencio Rios, Jr., Mayra Tena, Luis Angel Rios, Angelica Rios, Bryan Tena, Kristy Tena, Maritza Chavez, Isaac Chavez, Carolina Rios, Isabella Varela, and Marisol Chavez; sisters, Ester Gomez, Ancelma Gutierrez, and Felipa Sosa; brothers, Juan Sosa, and Eluterio Sosa; and many nieces and nephews. Services are pending at this time. Pallbearers will be Pedro Gutierrez, Manuel Quintana, Mario Tena, Frumencio Rios, Andrew Chavez and Ramon Varela. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Delfina's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87110 505-884-1188
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RICHARDS -- BRANDYN J. In Loving Remembrance Joined us - July 9, 1979 Left us - February 9, 2002 BJ, we continue to miss you deeply. Your twinkling eyes and big smile are still with us, along with your fair, decent, and non-judgmental ways. "Be of good cheer about death and know this as a truth - that no evil can happen to a good man, either in life or after death." - Socrates Love and continued sorrow from Mom, Dad, Robyn, and your friends.
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SANCHEZ -- CLAUDE GEORGE Age 79, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, February 7, 2012. He is survived by wife of 23 years, Chong H. Sanchez. Claude leaves behind his children, Claude George Sanchez, Jr., Connie Sanchez-Terry, Pauline Sanchez and Daniel Ray Sanchez. Claude also leaves behind his siblings, Esther, David, Corrine and Ruben. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Adin, Shannon, Liza and Sheila; and five great-grandchildren with one on the way. Claude was preceded in death by his mother, Maria Mercedes Sanchez; father, David Sanchez; and sisters, Nona, Erlinda, Lily, and Tillie. Services will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 a.m., at French - Wyoming Chapel. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. SERENITY NOW! FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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TRUMAN -- MAURICE "BUTCH" Age 69, of Whitewood, SD died Sunday, February 5, 2012 at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center at Fort Meade, SD. He is survived by two daughters, Suzanne Truman-Callis and husband Rich of Los Lunas, NM, and Christy Ranes and husband Troy of Millbury, OH; two grandchildren, Troy L. Ranes Jr. and Ryan Nelson Ranes; two sisters, Betty Townsend of Newcastle, WY and Barbara Straw of Rockaway, NJ. Graveside services will be at 1:30pm on Friday, February 10th at Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis with full military honors. Family and friends may sign Butch's online guest book at: www.kirkfuneralhome.com
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VINCENT -- IRETA Age 90, a resident of Albuquerque for over 70 years died Sunday, February 5, 2012. She is survived by daughter, Carol Vincent of Albuquerque, NM. Ireta was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene V. Vincent and her parents, Arthur and Buelah Roberson. Ireta was a member of Netherwood Park Church of Christ. Ireta was an Art major at Texas Tech University, and past president of the New Mexico Art League and Nor Este Art Association. She retired from Kirtland Air Force Base administrative duties. Services will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:30 a.m. at Netherwood Park Church of Christ, 5101 Indian School Rd NE, with David Wilkins officiating with co-officiant, David Nestor. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may visit on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. at French - Lomas Chapel. Should friends' desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Ponderosa Christian Camp, 5101 Indian School Rd, NE. Please visit our online guest book for Ireta: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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WYLER -- REGINA DIANE (CHAVEZ) Also known as Gina to her family and friends, passed away peacefully from illness on February 4, 2012 at the age of 33. She was born on January 12, 1979, to Francine (Sais) Chavez and Ralph Chavez and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Gina attended Reginald Chavez Elementary school as a child and is still remembered by many teachers there today. She attended Washington Middle School as well, and graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1997 where she was an active member of the JROTC, Musical Theatre and Concert Choir. In March 2001 Gina married her childhood sweetheart and best friend, Julian Wyler. In 2008 Gina received honors from Phi Kappa Phi and graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University Of New Mexico with dual degrees in Special Education and Elementary Education. Prior to her illness she was pursuing her Master's of Art in Reflective Practice Degree and was expecting to graduate in June 2012. While attending school she worked at a Montessori School where her children attended. She was also a lactation counselor for the State of New Mexico. After graduation, Gina taught Special Education at Montezuma Elementary School. Gina felt this was her calling in life, and knew that she could make a difference in lives of children. She loved her children and they absolutely adored her as well. Regina was remembered walking through the hallways of the school with her little ducklings in a row following right behind her. Her time at Montezuma also found her making new friends who have since become important members of our family. Gina is survived by her spouse, Julian Wyler, and their three children, Gabriel Wyler, 10; Daniela Wyler, 7; and Samuel Wyler, 20 months. She is also survived by her mother, Francine (Sais) Chavez; father, Ralph Chavez and wife, Maria; brother, Anthony Chavez; sister, Antonela Chavez; grandparents, Sam and Gladys Sais and Ida Chavez; cousins, Michelle Sais-Lucero and husband, Anthony; Crystal Sais and husband, Jonathon Shea, and Carlos Sais; aunt and uncle Jessie and Fred Sais; sister-in-law, Christine Wyler; father-in-Law, Louie Wyler and wife, Viola; aunt, Linda Lucero; uncles, Gary Chavez, Kenneth Chavez, Brian Chavez; her students at Montezuma Elementary School and many dear friends and family. She was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Vickie Wyler and grandfather, Ralph Chavez, Sr. Visitation will begin at 5:30 pm followed by a Rosary at 7:00 pm on Friday, February 10, 2012 at French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 9:00 am at the Shrine of the Little Flower St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Parish located at 3424 Fourth St NW, Albuquerque, NM. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary, 1900 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM. Pallbearers are Carlos Sais, Anthony Lucero, Jonathan Shea, Enrique Solano, Michael Andrade and Brian Butler. Honorary Pallbearers are Gary Chavez, Kenneth Chavez, Brian Chavez and Daniel Barraza. Please visit our online guestbook for Gina at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Thu February 09, 2012