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BLOCK -- SHERRY LOGAN Happy Valentine's Sweetheart It has been 60 years since I gave you your first box of valentine chocolates, when you were just 14 years old. So year after year on Valentine's Day I gave you chocolates, flowers or jewelry for the next 55 years. So Sweetheart, today I will place roses on your grave with love. Though they will fade and die as you did, my love will live on forever in my heart. If love could have saved your life you would still be with me. Your heartbroken husband, T.J.
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BRIDGE -- CATHERINE GRAY Born in Phoenix, AZ, March 30, 1961, to Stephen Higginson Bridge and Diana Huntress, died February 14, 2011 in Olympia, WA. She lived in Lacey, WA with her two children, Emily and Eric Bridge. Catherine attended Manzano Day School, Sandia Prep, St. Pius and Albuquerque High. Catherine proudly served in the United States Army for 24 years and retired at Fort Lewis, WA, where she was still employed. She is survived by her two children, Emily and Eric Bridge; her mother Diana Huntress and her brother Aaron Cabral of Albuquerque; her sister Whitney Bridge-Rappaport of Pacific Palisades, CA; her sister Kimberley Vakula of Phoenix, AZ; and her brother Russell Bridge of Lacey, WA. Contact: diana@huntressonline.com
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CANALES -- JUAN F. "KIKO" Age 38 , beloved and devoted husband, father, son, brother and grandson, was embraced by the Lord and taken to his heavenly home Sunday, February 12, 2012. He was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM. Juan was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #15199 of the Church of the Incarnation. He was an avid sports fan, his favorite football team were the Dallas Cowboys; Soccer team was Cruz Azul; and baseball team were the Boston Red Socks. He loved his family and enjoyed family gatherings. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Daria Garcia, Narciso Canales and Cruz Ledesma. Kiko is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Monica Canales; his precious children, Rosalia, Azucena, Max and Mateo Canales, all of the family home; his loving parents, Juana Gonzalez and Francisco Canales; brothers and sisters, Martin Canales and wife Amalia, Servando Canales and wife Carolina, Oralia Canales and husband Jose, Eliverio, Olga, Gonzalo, Bertha, Jose, Juana and Eduardo Canales; maternal grandfather, Antonio Gonzalez; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Kiko will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those whose hearts he touched. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 15, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Church of the Incarnation, 2309 Monterrey NE, Rio Rancho,NM, where a Vigil will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Casket Bearers will be Martin Canales, Servando Canales, Eliverio Canales, Carlos Canales, Salvador Canales and Yoyo Lopez. Honorary Bearers will be Santos Lopez, Juan Muniz, Eladio Canales, Adan Vargas and Chris Lucero. Those who wish to express their condolences or share a story, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Kiko's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87114 505-898-3160
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CASAUS -- ROSE T. Rose went with our Lord and Savior on February 10, 2012. She was born in Deming, New Mexico, on January 12, 1924 to Frank and Antonia Tarazon. She was the youngest daughter in a family of four sisters and three brothers. Rose is survived by her husband: Lt. Col. Jesse Casaus, USAF (Ret); daughter: Barbara Rose Carson; grandson: Brian Carson and wife Jennifer; great-granddaughter: Skylar Rose Carson; great-grandson: Nico Reid Carson; brother Manuel Tarazon and wife Hortencia from Deming; and numerous nieces and nephews. Rose was a devout Catholic and member of the Queen of Heaven Church never failing to pray every day for her family and for those in need. She was loved by everyone who knew her. She will be remembered with a Rosary at 9:20 a.m. and a Mass at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 15th at Queen of Heaven Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave. NE, Albuquerque. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Thursday, February 16th at 11:15 a.m. Please visit Rose'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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CHAVEZ -- DELLA M. The family of Della M. Chavez thank their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. Please visit Della's online guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 505-764-9663.
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COOKSEY -- SANFORD SAMUEL USAF (RET) Major Sanford Samuel Cooksey, USAF (Ret), age 89, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, February 8, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Marda; sons, Fred and his wife, Linda Anne; Bill and his wife, Dawn; and Chris; stepson, Gary Nelson and his wife, Caroline; stepdaughter, Sherolynn Price and her husband, Ron; granddaughters, Jennifer, Georgina, Mary and Tara; sister, Georgia and her husband, Dr. Hank Birdwell. Sanford was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Bea; parents and four sisters. Born in Belton, TX, on September 11, 1922, Sanford was a star athlete in high school. Joining the US Army Air Corps, he served in the Pacific Theater during WWII and later in the Korean War. Upon leaving the USAF, Sanford earned a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from the University of New Mexico and retired from the Albuquerque Public School System as a teacher and a counselor. A man of deep faith, Sanford was a member of the Gideons International and active as a Deacon in Hoffmantown Church. A Celebration of Sanford's Life will be held on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. at French - Wyoming Chapel with Pastor Ken Moore officiating. Interment will be at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hoffmantown Church at 8888 Harper Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 or Hope in Christ Church, 1605 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Please visit our online guestbook for Sanford at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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CRAVEN -- DAVID LEE Age 60, of Albuquerque, NM, died Saturday, February 11, 2012, of an apparent heart attack. David was a man of letters and a champion for social causes, beloved by all who knew him for his keen intellect, genuine sense of compassion and desire to help others. Recognized by his peers as one of the most informed and incisive art historians in the world, David's immense knowledge and the publication of ten books and more than 150 articles that have appeared in 25 different countries and translated into 15 different languages led to his recognition as a world authority in the fields of 20th Century Art from Latin America, Post-1945 Art from the USA and Critical Theory, as well as Philosophy of Methods in Art History & Visual Culture. He was a distinguished Professor of Art History at the University of New Mexico where he taught since 1993, after earning his Ph.D. in Art History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1979. He received a Master's Degree in Art History from Vanderbilt in 1974, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in European History from the University of Mississippi, where he graduated Magna cum laude in 1972. Fluent in Spanish, German and French, David traveled the world as a visiting professor to give lectures in more than 100 universities and museums in the U.S. and internationally including Russia, Mexico, Spain, Germany, England and France. He was preparing for the publication in 2012 of six new articles on art history subjects in the United States, Mexico and England when he died. His art history books are respected as authoritative including the most widely read, Art and Revolution in Latin America, 1910-1990, which was nominated for a 2004 Mitchell Prize, as well as Diego Rivera as Epic Modernist, The New Concept of Art and Popular Culture in Nicaragua Since the Revolution in 1979, Poetics and Politics in the Life of Rudolph Baranik, Abstract Expression as Cultural Critique: Dissent During the McCarthy Period, which received broad critical acclaim, and Dialectical Conversions: Donald Kuspit's Art Criticism. Among the numerous awards and recognitions David received during his career are included a Medal for Excellence by the state of New York in 1991 for his work at State University of New York/Cortland College, a Faculty Acknowledgement Award at University of New Mexico in 2003, and in 2007 he was chosen to be the Rudolf Arnheim Professor at Humboldt University in Berlin and was elevated to the rank of Distinguished Professor at University of New Mexico. David won more than 15 major national and international Fellowships and Grants from organizations including the American Council for Learned Studies, the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Rockefeller Foundation, the Ministerio de Cultura de Espana, and the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes de Mexico. Born in Alexandria, LA, on March 22, 1951, to Peggy and Albert Craven, David lived with his family in Houston, TX and then in Clinton, MS, and Oxford, MS, where his father taught at Ole Miss. His parents recognized an early aptitude for art and David began art lessons in fourth grade, leading to his decision to pursue art history as his career. Also an avid sportsman and athlete, David was the quarterback of the Oxford High School football team and won MVP honors in the 1969 season. He also helped his high school basketball team earn a place in the state championships. David was preceded in death by his father Albert Craven; his sisters Anita and Peggy Melinda; and his brother Jonathon. David is survived by his mother Peggy Craven of Chapin, SC; sister Laura Duncan, her husband Lee, niece Caroline Duncan and nephew Lee Duncan of Irmo, SC; brother Brian Craven, his wife Pam, and nephews Jonathon, Allen and Mark Craven of Eustis, FL; brother Paul Craven of Greensboro, NC; niece Edy Dingus and nephew Charles Dingus of Oxford, MS, and nephew John Phillip Dingus of Roanoke, VA, as well as his special friends Dr. Susanne Baackmann and Hannah Baackmann-Friedlander of Albuquerque, NM. French Funerals and Cremations in Albuquerque 505-843-6333, is assisting David's family with arrangements. A memorial service for David will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday in the University of New Mexico Chapel, followed by a reception. Please contact UNM Department of Art and Art History at 505-277-5861 for additional details. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to a scholarship endowment that is being established in David's name at UNM.
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DELGADO -- HENRY "HANK" JR. Age 68, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico died on February 11, 2012, peacefully at home with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife, Terri; daughters, Dolores Curry and husband Mark of Boston MA, Victoria Delgado of Albuquerque, NM; and his son, Hank of the family home; one grandson, Daniel Delgado of Albuquerque; brother, Ernesto Delgado of Glendale, AZ; sister, Mary Tetta of Albuquerque; and sister-in-law, Debbie Delgado also of Albuquerque; as well as and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and his very good friends, Darell French, John Gutierrez and Ray "Sonny" Ortiz and many more. He was preceded in death by both of his parents, Henry and Antonia Delgado; his brother, Jesse Delgado and his daughter, Christina Delgado. Hank retired as a Lt. from the Albuquerque Fire Department in 1987 after 22 years of service. He also began another career as a Construction Safety Consultant working on such projects as the building of the Intel Plant in Chandler, AZ, the new Bronco Stadium in Denver, Co, and the Sandia Casino Hotel in Albuquerque, NM. In his younger years his passions were bowling and playing fast pitch softball where he picked up the nickname "Hammering Hank". But most of all he loved to play golf. A Memorial Service for Hank will be held Friday, February 17, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at French Lomas Chapel with Ennichment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Hank's name to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Hank at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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DYKE -- DOROTHY G. Said good bye to this world and went to be with Jesus on February 9, 2012. Her beloved husband Arthur was holding her hand with her children and grandchildren by her side. Dorothy will be missed by her children, Gayle Elledge (husband David), Kim Dyke (wife Pat), Mark Dyke (partner Jennifer Barol) and Jan Fisher (husband Ulrick); grandchildren, Alicia Elledge Hidalgo (husband Stuart), Heather Elledge Zimny (husband Brian), Samantha Dyke, Stephanie Dyke, Amy Dyke, Kris Bailey, and Collins Caskey; great-grandchildren, Ben and Rileigh Hidalgo, Hayley and Kyle Zimny, Kristell and Monique Bailey, and Kash Caskey. Memorial Services will be held at Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 16, 2012.
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GUTIERREZ -- EDUARDO "LARGE ED" Age 73, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, went to be with Our Lord on Sunday, February 12, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Cecilia Gutierrez; daughters, Anna Louise Garcia and husband, Louie, and Kristina Maria Gutierrez Barela and husband, Frank; granddaughters, Desirae N. Garcia, Monica L. Garcia, and Alicia E. Barela; grandson, Frank Leandro Eduardo Barela III; sister, Mary Gutierrez; brothers, Candelario Gutierrez, Carlos Gutierrez, and Robert Gutierrez; nephew and godson, Victor Rios; and a large, extended family. Mr. Gutierrez served in the United States Air Force. He went on to proudly serve with the Albuquerque Fire Department from 1962-1986 where he retired as a Driver. After his retirement, he worked for A.P.S. as a Custodian at E.G. Ross Elementary School where he was blessed with very fond memories. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, February 16, 2012, at 7:00 pm at French - University. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 17, 2012, at 10:00 am at St. Therese of the Little Flower Catholic Church, 300 Mildred Ave NW. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gilbert Roybal, George Sanchez, Gene Torres, Christopher Wright, Mike Gonzales, and Raymond Cipriano. Mr. Gutierrez's family would like to thank the staff at North Albuquerque Dialysis Center and Presbyterian Heart Group for all their care. Please visit our online guestbook for Large Ed at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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HERNANDEZ -- PAUL Age 54, went to be with our Lord and Savior Saturday, February 11, 2012. He was born in Los Angeles, CA on October 30, 1957 and was a resident of Albuquerque. Paul is survived by his mother Nikka Roblez; beloved wife Rose Deborah Hernandez; daughter Joslin Chavez and husband Brian; sons Paul Hernandez III and wife Denise, Jonathan Hernandez and wife Rhiannon; four grandchildren, Isaiah, Xavier, Suzanna, and Denae; three sisters, Yvette, Yvonne and Yolanda; three brothers Charles, Joe and Adam. Paul will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A viewing will take place at Garcia Mortuary Chapel of Angels on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Mass will be held at Holy Family Church on Friday February 17, 2012 at 9:00 AM. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Paul's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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JOHNSON -- BERNITA Loving mother and grandmother, Bernita Johnson, 79, passed away on February 12, 2012. She was born in Franklin, Indiana on January 24, 1933 and moved to Albuquerque with her husband William Johnson in 1958. William preceded her in death in 1999. Bernita is survived by her daughters Dianna Otero, Laura Silvis and their husbands; her son David Johnson and his wife; six grandchildren and ten great- grandchildren; her brothers Jack and Jim Robinson and their wives. Services will be held on Wednesday, February 15th at 2:00 p.m. at Riverside Funeral Home. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo, Blvd. N.E. 764-9663.
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LUCERO -- SABINO M. known by friends as "Sab", passed away doing what he loved most, playing golf, still chasing that elusive "hole-in-one" on Monday, February 13, 2012. His body and soul, reunited on Monday, February 13th at 5:02am. Sab is survived by his brother Ambrose Sanchez. He leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Theresa B. Lucero; Lisa Mazzella and husband, Mike and children, M. Nicolas and Christina; James Lucero and wife, Maria and son, Jaren; Amy Ballinger and husband, Wayne and daughter, Natalia; Andre Lucero and wife, Laurence and children Celeste and Madison; Stephen Lucero and wife, Rebecca, and sons, Caelan James and Trace Robert. A Funeral Mass will be held at John XXII, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE, on Thursday, February 16th at 1:00 p.m. with a rosary recited by Alberta Urrea, 30 minutes prior to the mass. Enichment will be held at a further date. In lieu of flowers, Sab would be happy knowing that a donation was made to your favorite charity. Please visit our online guest book for "Sab" at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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MARCELLI -- FRANK SR. joined our Lord Jesus in his Heavenly home on February 11, 2012. He was 82. Frank was born in the coal mining town of Dawson, NM on October 25, 1929 to Mariano and Laura Nizzi-Marcelli. He was one of ten children; all precede him in passing except his sister Rose Maddaleni of Raton, NM. He married Ernestine Felix Marcelli in 1953, and they had eight children. Two daughters preceded Frank in death, Julie in 1971 and Teresa in 2008. He is survived by his wife, Ernestine; and children, Rosemarie Nelson, Mariana Marcelli, Tina Marcelli, Frank and Kathy Marcelli, John and Melissa Marcelli and Stephanie and Armand Giannini; and grandchildren Michael Marcelli, Jared and Lynn Marcelli, and Alexandria Nelson, Antonio Archuleta and Rico Bustos, Madeline Diehl, Jonathan and Christopher Sanchez, Vincent, Matthew and Kristy Marcelli, Nikki, Christian, and Jack Marcelli, and Julie, Lauren and Armand Giannini. His children and grandchildren brought him much joy. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Frank graduated from Dawson High School in 1950 where he was class president and a football player. He was in the Army for three years during the Korean Conflict. He was employed for many years in the soft drink bottling industry as a production manager. After retiring from full-time work, he worked part-time as a crossing guard at Cochiti Elementary and St. Therese Catholic School. He loved football and having been stationed in Pennsylvania, was a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He also coached YAFL. Frank also loved gardening, camping and fishing. He attended the Dawson reunions every two years where he enjoyed those visits with old friends, classmates and relatives. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW, Albuquerque. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith NE. Pallbearers will be Frank's grandsons. Honorary Pallbearer will be friend, Sam Rivera. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Frank Marcelli's memory to Vista Care Hospice at 601 Dr. Martin Luther King NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102-3619; or to the American Cancer Society at 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Arrangements are under the care of Direct Funeral Services at 343-8008.
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MILLER -- GREGORY DAVID Age 42. Greg grew up and spent most of his adult life in Albuquerque, most recently as the chief executive officer and co-founder of Albuquerque-based SAMBA Holdings. Greg attended Del Norte High School and then attended college at Moorhead State University and earned a bachelor's in music industry. Greg pursued his love of music and wrote an opera for the Central City Opera. Greg then studied law and earned a juris doctor at University of Colorado. Greg is survived by his father, Mike Miller and wife Jennifer; his mother, Dorothy Watts and friend Mike Jenkins; his grandmother, Patsy Miller; brothers, Rod Miller and wife Elizabeth, and Mikel Miller and wife Jennifer; niece Jordan; and nephews Jack, Drew, Luke, Pete and Blake. Memorial services are being planned to coincide with Greg's April birthday. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Animal Humane / New Mexico at 615 Virginia Street, SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
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MYRICK -- DORRANCE ALBRITION (HEAVY) Age 83, passed away suddenly Saturday, Feb 11, 2012, in Albuquerque. Dorrance was born in New Augusta, Mississippi, on March 12 1928. He enlisted in the Navy in 1945 and served in the South Pacific and China before coming back to San Diego, California. He met and married Patricia and moved back to Albuquerque, NM. Dorrance joined the AFD as a driver and then was called back into the navy for Korea. He then was honorably discharged and moved back to Albuquerque to rejoin the fire department and raise his family of four sons. He retired in 1979 with 30 years of service with the city. He also ran his own construction company with long time partner and friend, Silver Sanchez. After his wife retired from AT&T, they moved to Elephant Butte, NM., where they have lived and enjoyed many years fishing and partying at the lake with their new found friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Dewey and Nora Myrick and his son Michael D. Myrick. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Patricia D. Myrick; his sons Ted A Myrick and his wife Virginia Myrick, Chuck W Myrick and Joe P Myrick; grandson Scott Myrick and his wife Josette Myrick, granddaughter Janna Myrick, granddaughter Hope and Benny Corrlaes, grandson Jason and Tammy Cunnington, granddaughters Miranda, Katy and Michael Myrick; great-grandsons Luca and Jonathan; and numerous nephews and nieces. The family would like to send a special thanks to Jeff Hansen, Debbie Clark and all their friends, who provided loving care and support. Rosary to be recited on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, at 7:00 PM at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Carlisle Chapel. Graveside service will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2012, at 11:00 AM at Sunset Memorial Park. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Dorrance's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87110 505-884-1188
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PRICE -- MARVIN L. LT. COL US Army (Ret.), 88, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, February 12, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara L. Price of Albuquerque, NM, children: Leslie (Ron) Kurtz, M.D, Michael (Tracy) Price, Alexandra Shattuck, Matthew (Joyce) Price, Miles (Vicki) Price, Lindsay (Michael) Grubensky; grandchildren Christopher, Caroline, Bonnie, Caitlyn, Logan, Eric, Travis, Sage, Cameron, Corey, Nathan, Parker and Colin; and great-grandchildren, Orion and William. Mel was a graduate of the Class of 1945 at West Point Military Academy and went on to obtain his Masters degree in Physics at Princeton University. He was a career officer in the Infantry and served two tours of duty in Korea and one in Vietnam. After Mel retired from the Army, he worked for Sandia National Laboratories and later Los Alamos National Laboratories. Mel was an exemplar of the Greatest Generation who lived a full life guided by his beloved West Point motto Duty, Honor, Country. Mel was devoted to his family and took great pride in the achievements of his children and grandchildren. He was an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. Prayer Vigil and visitation will be Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at French - Wyoming Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 a.m. at Risen Savior Catholic Church, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Monsignor Richard Olona celebrant. Interment will take place at United States Military Academy, West Point, NY. Please visit our online guestbook for Mel at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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SADBERRY -- FAYE L. "TOOTSIE" Age 96, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 12, 2012. Faye was born June 13, 1915 in Weatherford, TX and came from a family of 23 siblings. She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Sam Sadberry; son, David Joe Sadberry. She is survived by her children, Sam Sadberry, Jr. and wife Joy, Hughie Sadberry and wife Carol, Jack Sadberry and wife Maxine, Duane Sadberry and wife Teresa, Janeann Findley, Linda Lee Broughton; 21 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm, Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Mrs. Sadberry's been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920
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SANCHEZ -- GILBERT Was born in Cubero on July 23, 1935 and passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at the age of 76 in Albuquerque, NM. Gilbert served in the United States Army from 1956-1957. He enjoyed many years of retirement after working as a heavy equipment operator. Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, Nepo and Louisa; son, Randy; daughter, Theresa Baca; sister, Ehlia; and brother Nepo Jr. He is survived by his beloved wife, Susie; son, Gilbert Jr.; grandsons, Randy, Marcus, Gilbert III, and Ronnie Baca Jr.; two granddaughters, Suzette Davis and Erica Vernon; eight great-grandchildren; as well as many other family and friends who love and will miss him. Services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in San Fidel, NM. A Memorial Rosary will be recited at 11:00am on Wednesday, February 15, 2012. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th ST. ABQ. NM 505-343-8008.
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TAPIA -- JUAN DE DIOS On November 28, 1917, Juan De Dios entered this world to the home of Antonio and Eloisa Tapia. On February 11, 2012 he completed his journey on earth and entered eternal life with the Lord. He is survived by daughters, Gloria R Pearcy and husband Art Sr., Rosemarie Romero and husband Tito; five grandchildren, Art Jr., John, Francisco, Johnny, and Victoria; 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Vicente Tapia and wife, Cornelia, Onesimo Tapia; two sisters, Carolina Griego, Trinnie Sisneros and husband, Orlin; two sisters-in-law, Ida Madril and Rose Sullivan and husband, Thomas; two brothers-in-law, Leo Nieto and wife, Jan and Eloy Duran along with many other family members and friends. Juan was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Luisa, three infant children; one infant grandson; four brothers, Honorato, Jose, Arturo and Luis. He served his country in the US Army during WW II in the European Theatre. Juan was a Rancher and Postmaster in Pastura, NM, and retired from JC Penney. Visitation will be Thursday, February 16, 2012 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at French Lomas Chapel. Rosary, recited by Suellen Sullivan, will immediately follow the visitation. Mass will be celebrated Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM. Interment will follow at Pastura, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Juan at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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VAIO -- ROBERT WILLIAM Age 46, died suddenly on the 11th of February 2012 in South Texas. He is survived by his loving wife and companion of 20 years, Laura Lee; a daughter, Alexandra Lee, 19; and two sons, Brett William, 14, and John Robert, 6. Also surviving are his parents, Aldo and Rosemary Vaio; his brother and two sisters; along with numerous loving in laws and nieces and nephews. Robert was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on the 2nd of April 1965. He grew up in Albuquerque and later graduated with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from New Mexico State University. After graduating he worked for Conoco and later attained a Masters in Business Administration degree from the University of Notre Dame. Robert loved Notre Dame where he proposed to his wife-to-be, Laura Lee Lindenborn, at "the grotto." Robert and Laura Lee married on the 1st of June 1991 at St. Joseph's Cathedral in San Antonio. During his professional career in the oil and gas industry Robert was named Vice President of Global Supply Chain for Hess Corporation. He also worked for Conoco, Arthur Andersen, and BearingPoint. During his business travels, Robert loved to experience new cultures and visited over 18 countries. Much of Robert's free time was spent at the beach with his family, especially in his favorite place Maui, Hawaii. Recently, he fulfilled his dream of building a bay house, The Hula Girl, in Galveston, Texas. Robert's hobbies included taking his two sons to the annual Air Show, building models, water skiing on his "Big Daddy" ski, making Italian pasta from scratch with his famous Bolognese sauce, assembling his Christmas village during the holidays and being anywhere on a boat. He was a faith filled man and honored his Lord by helping to start a men's bible study, That Man is You. Robert was the inspiration and moral support for the program, which now reaches 250 parishes and 18,000 men across the country. Robert also served his community as President of the St. Cecilia Catholic School Board and helped with numerous Catholic ministries. Arrangements in Houston are with Geo. H. Lewis & Sons - The Funeral Directors Since 1936, 713.789.3005, www.geohlewis.com. Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from four o'clock in the afternoon until half-past seven o'clock in the evening on Wednesday, the 15th of February, in the Grand Foyer of Geo. H. Lewis & Sons, 1010 Bering Drive in Houston. At half-past seven o'clock, an evening Vigil and recitation of the Holy Rosary is to commence in the adjacent Jasek Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial is to be offered at half-past ten o'clock in the morning on Thursday, the 16th of February, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 11720 Joan of Arc Drive in Houston, where the Most Rev. Vincent M. Rizzotto, Retired Auxiliary Bishop of Galveston-Houston, is to preside. The family will gather for a private Rite of Committal immediately following the service, and then greet friends during a reception at a venue to be announced during the Mass. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family suggests memorial contributions may be directed to That Man Is You, P.O. Box 19127, Houston, TX, 77224; St. Agnes Academy, 9000 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX, 77036-4683; or to Strake Jesuit College Prepatory, 8900 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX, 77036. He will be missed every day, but his family continues to celebrate what a beautiful life he lived.
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WALCK -- ALFRED RAYMOND "AL" Age 62, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2012. Services are pending at this time. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Alfred "Al"'s care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM, 87106 505-842-8800
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