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AVILA -- CORINA C. Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and aunt, passed away peacefully in her home at age 91. She is survived by her children, Roger F. Avila, Yolanda M. Shipe, Robert Avila and Rosita M. Skinner. Speacial thanks to our brother-in-law Earl H. Skinner for his love and support. Thank you Presbyterian Hospice team.
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BACA -- DEREK ALLEN Beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend went home with his Lord and Savior on Monday, February 6, 2012. Derek was born July 29, 1993 in Las Cruces, NM to Allen and Lorrie Baca. He spent most of his life in Albuquerque, NM where he attended La Cueva High School. He graduated from Farmington High School in 2011 and was attending San Juan College. Derek, a natural athlete, was active in soccer, track and field, football and wrestling in school. He loved the outdoors and found the mountains in Northern NM and Colorado inspiring and was always anxious to explore another peak, abandoned mine, mountain lake or stream. His hobbies and interests included attending youth bible study groups, 4-wheeling, fishing, mountain biking, camping, grilling, snowboarding, skeet shooting, hanging out with friends, hunting, long boarding, kite surfing and was known, by his friends and family, for his famous hot wings and stuffed jalapeno peppers. He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Walter Cassida, Marna and Carl Neitzel and Uncle Dan Cassida. He is survived by parents Allen and Lorrie Baca; brother Austin Baca; paternal grandparents Adolph and Rowena Baca; aunts and uncles Linda and John Bunning, Janice and Steve Argabright, Steve and Pam Cassida, Marna and Kevin Doherty, Scott Cassida; cousin Curtis Cassida; and numerous other first and second cousins. He will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him. Memorial Services will be held at the Pinon Hills Community Church in Farmington, NM at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2012. A private interment will follow at the Aztec Cemetery. Arrangements by Brewer, Lee & Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St. in Farmington, 505-325-8688. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: http://newmexicotrout.org/outreach-projects/healing-waters, a charity dedicated to physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and veterans through fly fishing and fly tying education and outings.
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BACA -- ORLANDO RONNIE Age 23, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on Monday, February 13, 2012. Orlando will be missed by his mother, Natalie Ramirez; father, Ronnie Baca; sister, Amanda Baca; niece, Mia Baca; nephew, Isaias Baca; and by all his extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held Friday, February 17, 2012, 3:30 p.m., at the French - Lomas Chapel. Please visit our online guestbook for Orlando at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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CANALES -- JUAN F. "KIKO" Age 38, beloved and devoted husband, father, son, brother and grandson, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2012. 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. 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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CARNALL -- HENRY L. Age 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, passed away Friday, February 10, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Rheavaughan Carnall of Albuquerque, NM; children, Danny Lee Carnall and wife, Jeannie of Erie, KS, Renee Broyles and husband, Denton of Los Lunas, NM, Bruce W. Carnall and wife, Dina of Belen, NM, Janet L. Prentice and husband, Eric of Palatine, IL, and Raymolee Suda and husband, Darren of Moriarty, NM; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald D. Carnall and wife, Judy of Los Luna, NM; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Carnall was preceded in death by his parents, William and Gladys Carnall; infant brother; his sisters, Wilma Franklin and Ida Bell Nairn; his grandson, Jason Lee Broyles; and his great-granddaughter, Amber Lee Mathis. Henry belonged to the Moose Lodge for many years. He worked as a mattress maker. A service will be held in honor of Henry and his great-granddaughter Amber Lee on Friday, February 17th at 1:00 pm at French - University Chapel. Please visit our online guest book for Henry at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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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 -- ESTANISLADO TOM DAD IT'S BEEN 9 YEARS SINCE THE LORD TOOK YOU HOME. WE MISS AND LOVE YOU SO MUCH. THINGS ARE NOT THE SAME WITHOUT YOU BUT WE KNOW YOU WILL GET US BY ONE DAY AT A TIME. LOVE YOU ALWAYS, TOM, ERICA, NOAH, STEPHANIE, AND LUPITA.
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DAUGHERTY -- MARY JOELLA (VIGIL) Departed from this earth on February 10, 2012 to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She is survived by her sister Helen Santos; four nieces; three nephews; two great-nephews; and one great-niece. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Steffen Daugherty; father Benito Vigil; mother Patsy; and two brothers, Daniel and Bennie. Mary brought joy and light into the lives of all she met. She was a faithful servant of Jesus Christ. Mary will be missed greatly. A memorial service in Mary's honor will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at the Living Word Church, on Unser Blvd. and 17th Avenue NE, Rio Rancho. The viewing will begin at 6:30 p.m., with the memorial service starting at 7:00 p.m. A departure service will be held on Friday, February 17, 2012 at the Living Word Church, beginning at 11:00 a.m. with burial following at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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DAVIS -- MARTHA HELEN MARTINEZ Our beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend has gone home to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 83, born October 21, 1928 to Emilio and Rebecca Martinez in Pratt, Kansas. Martha grew up in Kansas. She was a true woman of God who spent her life teaching her children and grandchildren about His love and promise of eternal life. Martha was involved in many church activities and most actively the Women's Missionary Union. She was preceded in death by her husband Gene and her parents. Martha is survived by brother Arturo Martinez; children Sylvia Montoya, Steven Villarreal, Lynnda Davis, Edward Davis, Laurie Landolfi (Bob); grandchildren Michelle Montoya, Stacy Hilzer (Pete), Beanie Montoya, Shanelle Montoya, Kristina Landolfi; great-grandchildren Logan Davis Hilzer, Nico Montoya, Jaiden Landolfi; and numerous friends and relatives. Services will be Saturday February 18, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. at Highland Baptist Church, 417 Palomas Dr. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Highland Baptist Church Womand Missionary Union. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Martha's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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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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FLORES -- JERRY P. Age 72, died February 11, 2012. He was born in Los Angeles, California, September 19, 1939 and has been a resident of Albuquerque for ten years. He was a retired truck driver. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jennie Robledo. Jerry is survived by his wife, Angie Flores; six brothers and sisters; 11 children; 20 grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. The Funeral service will be held Wednesday, February 15th, at 9:00 am at Our Lady Guadalupe church. Entombment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
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GAINER -- KEVIN SCOTT Age 47, born July 23, 1964, Orlando, FL passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012. His formal education included a college degree in Environmental Sciences and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the University of Oklahoma. He taught Biology and General Science at both Moore and West Moore High Schools in Oklahoma, and for the past eleven years was the eighth grade science teacher at Hayes Middle School, Albuquerque. He was known primarily for his sense of humor. Kevin's life goal was to instill his love of science in his students. He is survived by his father, Philip of Rio Rancho; sisters, Belinda Gainer, and Deborah (Art) Kershaw; nephews, Artie, Jason (Susan), and Eric Kershaw. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 18, 2012, Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, family request donations to be made to the American Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Kevin's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87124 505-891-9192
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GUILLEN -- MELANIE DENISE Age 41, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Melanie's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM, 87109 505-821-0010
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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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HADAD -- THERESA A. Age 76, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at Lovelace hospital surrounded by her family. She was born on June 3, 1935 to Bertha (James) and Angelo Blasi in Trinidad. Theresa attended Holy Trinity High School where she graduated in 1953. On July 4, 1959, Theresa was united in marriage to Richard Hadad at Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Trinidad. Theresa loved to cook and eat, mostly sweets. Her favorite meal was having breakfast in the mountains with her family. Preceding her in death were parents, Bertha and Angelo Blasi; mother and father-in-law, Michael and Sara Hadad; sisters and brothers Carrie (William) Paravecchio, John Blasi, Lucy Blasi, Mary Ann Hadad, Fred Blasi, Carol Ann Swanson, Tony (Annabelle) Blasi, Louis Blasi, Dominic Blasi, Minnie DeCristino; sister-in-law, Mary Margaret Blasi and brother-in-law, Frank Cerame. Survivors are husband, Richard Hadad; daughter Sharon Hadad (Dorte Hartwig); son, Ron Hadad; siblings, Irene Cerame, of Trinidad, Esther (Lou) DeCresentis, of Brighton, Betty Jo (Charles) Gyurman of Hoehne, Mike Blasi of Pueblo, brothers and sisters-in-law, Joe Hadad of Trinidad, Bill Swanson of Arvada, Betty Blasi of Trinidad, Billie Blasi of Trinidad; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A Memorial Rosary will be recited at Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:00 p.m., at French - Wyoming Chapel. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, February 17, 2012, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 135 Church St., Trinidad, CO. Ennichement will take place at the Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Theresa at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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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 at 6:00 PM, with Rosary at 7:00 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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JARAMILLO -- ESTELLA June 20, 1937 - February 15, 1982 You can only have one mother Patient kind and true; No other friend in all the world, Will be the same to you. When other friends forsake you, To mother you will return, For all her loving kindness, She asks nothing in return. As we look upon her picture, Sweet memories we recall, Of a face so full of sunshine, And a smile for one and all. Sweet Jesus, take this message, To our dear mother up above; Tell her how we miss her, And give her all our love. Mom you have been gone 30 years but you will never be forgotten Love...your children
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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; ten great-grandchildren; and 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. Please visit Bernita's on-line guest register at: www.riversidefunerals.com, Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, 505-764-9663.
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LOPEZ -- VINCENT ERNEST Passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at the age of 38. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and employed as a truck driver. Vincent was preceded in death by his mother, Ramona Lopez. He is survived by his wife, Clara Lopez; daughters, Miranda Lopez and Christol Lei Lopez; grandson, Mikey Lopez; father, George Lopez; uncle and aunt, Louie and Gloria Padilla; grandmother, Angela Cervantes; as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at San Jose de Los Duranes Mission, 2110 Los Luceros Rd. NW. on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 12:00 noon. A private family burial will follow. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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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 born in the coal mining town of Dawson, NM on October 25, 1929 to Mariano and Laura Nizzi-Marcelli. 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 follow 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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MARTINEZ -- ANTONIA R. (TONIE) Age 89, went to be with our Lord and Savior Saturday, February 11, 2012, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Tokay, New Mexico, on 2-22-22, to Eliseo Ramos and Margarita Cano Ramos. She was preceded in death by her parents Eliseo and Margarita Ramos; loving husband Juan O. Martinez; brother Tacho Valles; and two sisters Lupe Suarez and Alice Parada. Antonia is survived by one son, Eliseo (Allie) Jaramillo; four daughters, Mary Helen Gomez and husband Ruben, Phyllis (Lil) Mackey and husband Paul, Loretta Reynolds and husband Chuck, and Margaret Collins and husband Tom; two sisters, Marcella (Sally) Archibeque and Anita (Emma) Gillespie; numerous nieces and nephews; 19 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; eight great-great- grandchildren; and one great-great granddaughter, due in April. Tonie will be remembered for her caring nature and her deep love for wonderful family. A Special thank you to her beautiful granddaughter Tina Tanuz. She is a true example of the beauty strength and dignity that her grandmother will be remembered for. Also, a special thank you to the staff at the Hospice de la Luz for the compassion and support they gave to Grandma Tonie and her family. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday February 16, 2012 at 2:00 PM at Garcia Mortuary-Chapel of Angels, 717 Stover SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 with a private Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Antonia's honor to the Salvation Army 501 Broadway Blvd SE Albuquerque, NM 87102. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Antonia's care entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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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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MONTOYA -- MARY (CHRISTINE) Age 47, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 13, 2012. Mary is survived by her parents, Raymond and Loretta Cordova; children, Ashley Varela, and Antoinette Zamora and fiancee, Jamie Begay; her husband, Leonard Martinez; children she loved and cared for, Angelic, Brittany Rose, Jeremiah, Vincent, Briana, and Daniel; sisters, Melissa, and Dolores; brothers, Ray II, Bobby, Arthur, and Raymond; her very special granddaughter, Mariah; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mary is now reunited with her former companion, Mike Zamora; and her grandmother, Natividad Cordova. Visitation will be Friday, February 17, 2012 in the Holy Family Catholic Church, from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated following the Mass at 11:30 a.m. Private disposition will take place at a later date. Please visit: www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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NEFF -- HARRY R. Age 84, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, February 13th, 2012. Harry is survived by his wife of 64 years, Patricia (Pat); and his eight children: Thomas Neff and wife Dr. Martina Hum of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Maggie Doyle of Albuquerque, Paula Neff, Therese Neff, Dennis Neff, of Albuquerque, Kathleen Caldwell and husband Raymond of Albuquerque, Timothy Neff and wife Debra of Scottsdale, AZ and Elizabeth Neff of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren, Ana, Caroline and Brian Neff, Rose and Arlo Doyle, Harrison Neff, Kori, Clark, Makenzie, Tyler and Bree Neff, Emily and Rachel Mapes; 10 great-grandchildren; and one brother, John Neff and his wife Pat of Saint Mary's, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Josiah V. and Edna V. Neff of Fort Scott, KS. Harry's career spanned 64 years as a Managing General Agent for Transamerica Life Insurance Company. He was an avid golfer and fisherman. He will be best remembered for his terrific sense of humor. He was a member of Price of Peace Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. Services are pending at Prince of Peace Catholic Church later in the week. A family burial will take place this spring in Fort Scott, KS at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in the Neff family plot. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Assistance League of Albuquerque, 5211 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110, or the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Harry at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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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 was held on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at French - Wyoming Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 p.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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SANCHEZ -- RUPERT On February 11, 2012 Rupert Sanchez went into eternal glory with our Lord and Savior. Rupert was born in Lyden, New Mexico on March 27, 1935. He was the youngest of seven children born to Juan de Dios and Marina Sanchez. Rupert worked with his dad and with his brothers tending livestock and farming in Lyden. He served in the New Mexico National Guard for nine years in the 1950s and 1960s. In 1968 he married Pearl Valdez. Together they raised three sons, of whom he was extremely proud. In his younger years, Rupert was a baseball pitcher in the Rio Grande League and in his later years, he played softball in church leagues. Some of his community and church activities included serving on an apple growers co-op, serving as a volunteer firefighter, volunteering with the Espanola Valley Group Ministry and a local Search and Rescue organization, and traveling to Louisiana with a team from his church to help rebuild after the destruction from Hurricane Katrina. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to go camping, fishing, and hunting with his family and friends in the New Mexico mountains. He was an active scouter in the Boy Scouts of America for several years, including serving as an adult advisor on a trip to Philmont Scout Ranch. During his professional career, Rupert served as the Superintendent of Field Operations for the City of Espanola. He left his mark on the state of New Mexico with many engineering and surveying projects, including the San Juan-Chama Project and Cochiti and Brantley Dams. He also surveyed for the Turimiquiri Dam in Venezuela in the late 1970s. Throughout his life, Rupert was known for his gigantic smile, his incredibly warm personality, and his eagerness to help everybody. In 2010 Rupert was diagnosed with cancer that he fought until the final end. He died very peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his wife Pearl; by his three sons and their wives, Dion and Beth, Monte and Jill, and Yancy and Karen; by his grandchildren Mason, Kelsey, Anna, and Clara Pearl; by his sister and brother-in-law Fortunata (Fortie) and Tony Martinez Jr.; by his sister-in-law Peggy Sanchez; by his sister-in-law and her husband Annette and Freddie Eskridge; and by an entire community of nieces and nephews, cousins, and family friends who all loved and admired him. Our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Richard Lauer of the UNM Cancer Center for his compassionate care. A viewing will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. and service at 4:00 p.m. at Mesa View United Methodist Church in Albq. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Santa Cruz United Methodist Church in Espanola. Interment will follow at the Loma Vista Cemetery in Alcalde with a celebration of life in the Santa Cruz church fellowship hall afterward. A virtual guestbook is available at www.riversidefunerals.com.
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SHEPPARD -- EDGAR PAT Age 77, of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, February 10, 2012. He is survived by his brother, Jack R. Sheppard of Fairmont, WV; sisters, Doris J. Clair of Annapolis, MD and Mary B. Gump and husband, Carl of Youngstown, OH. Ed was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Frances, and parents, Pat and Ora E. Sheppard. Ed retired from the FAA in 1988. He enjoyed the outdoors; fishing, camping and hunting. Ed was a member of the US Marine Corps during the Korean War. Interment with Marine Corps honors will take place at West Virginia National Cemetery at a later date. No local services will be held. Please visit our online guest book for Edgar at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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SWANSON -- FLORA MCGEE Age 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Gloria Ann Swanson and husband, Alvis A.B. Swanson. Flora is survived by sons, A. B. Swanson, Ted Swanson; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Flora worked 18 years for Santa Fe Railroad. Flora's husband received a presidential citation from President Obama. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 16, 2012, 6:00 pm-7:00 pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services-Coal Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave SE. Service will be held on Friday, February 17, 2012, 11:00 am, at Daniels Family Funeral Services-Coal Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave SE, Albuquerque. Interment to follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, Albuquerque. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Flora's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM, 87106 505-842-8800
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WALCK -- ALFRED "AL" RAYMOND Died Sunday, February 12, 2012 in Albuquerque. Al was born in Ojo Feliz, NM on September 13, 1949 to John E., II and Mary (Vigil) Walck. His father left while Al was very young and Al was reared by his mother and grandparents on a ranch in Ojo Feliz in Mora County, NM. Helping raise crops, shearing sheep, plus working and playing with his siblings and cousins served as the foundation to build the character of Al. He loved being outdoors, he loved hunting, and he learned the value of hard work. Al's love for his ranch continued all through his life and he enjoyed riding his ATV around just to "check out things". Since his father left at a young age, Al became a father figure to many around him, something he demonstrated all through his life and career. Another characteristic of Al was his passion about everything he did. Al cared deeply and generously for his family. As an adult, Al became a single parent to his five children. Even when times were tough, he always managed a way to provide for his kids. He carried that love of family over to his grandchildren too. They were the light of his life. Al retired from the Albuquerque Police Department in November 2011 after 38 years with the department. Al displayed a macho exterior that covered a gentle and generous inside. Al never met a stranger. People may remember him as a talker who repeated his "stories". He was opinionated, yet he earned the respect of many around him. Al was very active and he was always on the go. Because he was a night-owl, he would often take "mid-night" walks with his children. By his example, Al showed his family to be generous, honest and helpful. He was always stopping to help others in need. Whether it was to help a stranded motorist or to give someone on the street a lift, Al was always there. Al is survived by his children, Debbie Miera-Walck and husband, Lee Moseley, Antonia Naranjo and husband, Chris, Laz Walck and partner, Remington Reed, Victoria Walck and husband, Arnold Gallegos, Jr., Julia Skains, life partner; step-children, Lyle and Tres Skains; grandchildren, Michael Naranjo, Jacob Naranjo, Danielle Walck, Ariana Gallegos, Alberto Miera-Moseley, Diana Gallegos, Marie Miera-Moseley, Briana Gallegos; brother, John E. Walck, III and wife, Silvia; sister, Janice Encinias and husband, Richard; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and his police family from A.P.D. Al was preceded in death by his son, Alfred Jr.; mother, Mary Vigil Lee; grandparents, Lazaro and Josefita Vigil; and mother of his children, Belinda. Public visitations will be held from 2:00pm to 5:00pm on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 and noon to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at Daniels Family Funeral Services Coal Ave. Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. A rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Funeral Service to be held at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at Shrine of St. Bernadette with a second funeral service to be held on Friday, February 17, 2012 at Immaculate Conception Parish, 811 Sixth St., Las Vegas, NM with Burial to follow at his ranch in Ojo Feliz. Online condolences can be submitted at: www.danielsfuneral Al's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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WEISS -- WILLIAM WALTER (BILL) Age 71, of Socorro, New Mexico, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2012, in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on June 14, 1940, to Oscar and Vera (Merck) Weiss. When he was ten, his family moved to Denver, CO. Bill attended Colorado University and later Western State College in Gunnison, CO, where he earned a B.A. in Chemistry. Between attending colleges he met Nancy Flora, originally of Savannah, MO, who he married on October 23, 1965, in Denver, CO. The next day Bill and Nancy drove to Indiana in Nancy's '62 Beetle so Bill could start his first post-college job. Bill had a productive career in the oil and gas business first working for Calgon Corporation between 1965 and 1978 in Evansville, IN; Denver, CO; and Pittsburgh, PA, first as a field engineer and then as an accounts representative. He then worked for Texas Pacific Oil Company and Sun Exploration and Production Company between 1978 and 1985 in Abilene, TX, and Richardson, TX, as a project manager, senior scientist, and reservoir engineer. He then joined the Petroleum Recovery Research Center at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in 1985 and worked as a field petroleum engineer and head of the Reservoir Evaluation and Advanced Computational Technologies Group. Bill stayed at New Mexico Tech until his retirement in 2005. Bill founded Correlations Company in 1995, a firm focused on advanced techniques for reservoir description and stimulation. As part of the company, Bill served as an enhanced oil recovery consultant to the United Nations. A constant in Bill's career was bringing the latest science to industry. Bill served as a member of the New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission from 1989 to 1998, as a director of the Albuquerque Petroleum Association, and as a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers, Roswell Geological Society, Sigma Xi Honor Society, and Socorro Rotary Club. His career took him to Libya, Croatia, Germany, Portugal, Italy, and India. Bill published 99 papers, articles, reports, and abstracts; gave numerous technical presentations at national and international conferences; and was awarded a patent on the use of neural networks in imbibition well stimulation. With an easy smile and fun-loving personality, Bill made and kept friends where-ever life carried him, staying in close touch with school buddies from Cleveland and Denver and colleagues from various jobs. He often regaled family and friends with stories of adventures, hijinks, and simulated annealing. Family, food, and fine wine were constants in Bill's life. He actively supported his family, helping them pursue dreams and goals and work through tough times. Where ever Bill was, there was good food, whether made by his own hands or at the table of a high-end or hole-in-wall restaurant. He always seemed to hit every BBQ joint between Socorro and Austin on road trips. If he could wash it all down with fine wine, all the better. And there was nothing he liked more than cutting the rug with Nancy (Bill was, after all, an award-winning bopper in high school). Bill loved reading, learning about history, and visiting historic sites, often taking his Buick places no Buick had gone before. Bill was a strong advocate of education for his immediate and greater family and for others. Combining various interests (wine, friends, family, education) into one, he initiated the Socorro Rotary Club's annual wine-tasting event to fund scholarships for kids at Socorro High School. This leveraging of various interests and contacts into success and fun was a constant theme in Bill's life. His bright personality and hopeful outlook shined until the very end. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Linda Weiss; his sister, Susan Morrison, and brother-in-law, Bob Morrison; his brother, Bobby Weiss; and his father-in-law, Frank Flora. Bill is survived by his wife of 46 years, Nancy (Flora) Weiss; his daughter, Wendy Weiss and her husband Robert (Bubba) Mace; his son, Jason Weiss; his sisters, Sally Renfree and Sandy Delo Santos; and his mother-in-law, Gladys Flora. A Visitation will be held on February 17, 2012, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 309 Garfield Street, Socorro, NM. Services will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2012, at 1:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church, 304 McCuthcheon Avenue, Socorro, NM. Interment to follow at Luis Lopez Cemetery, Luis Lopez, NM, with a reception afterwards. Pallbearers will be John Flora, Robert Mace, Raleigh Renfree, Phil Vieira, Dick Weber, Jason Weiss, and Wendy Weiss. The El Sombrero Friday Night Bill's Club and the Wheat Ridge High School Class of '58 are honorary pallbearers. Please consider a donation in Bill's memory to First Presbyterian Church of Socorro, American Cancer Society, or Socorro Rotary Club's Scholarship Fund (P.O. Box 972, Socorro, NM 87801). To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Bill's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 309 Garfield St Socorro, New Mexico, 87801 575-835-1530
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WILSON -- WARREN GARRAL Age 88, born January 16, 1924 in Dallas, Texas, passed away February 10, 2012. He was preceded in death by his mother Delia(Dee) Washburn Reddin; step-father Daniel(Hays) Reddin; and foster-mother Josephine Smith. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Maxine (Knudson) Wilson; daughters, Lorraine Fjelseth (friend Don), Julanne Williams (husband David); son, Warren (Bud) Wilson (wife Bonnie); granddaughter, Stacey Maley; great-grandson, Bodin Wissinger, all of Albuquerque; aunt, Ethel Washburn of Laguna NM; nephews, Greg and Bart Knudson; niece, Suzanne Knudson, all of Oregon; and numerous cousins. Warren served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII, was called to active duty during the Vietnam War. He retired from the NM Air National Guard after 25 years of service as an airplane technician. He attended Washington Junior High School and Albuquerque High School in Albuquerque where he graduated in 1942. He owned and operated a retail grocery store for several years after WWII. Besides his family and friends, he loved his many dog companions. He had a passion for tennis, skiing, sailing, "tinkering", and traveling to many destinations with his wife, Maxine. He enjoyed his work, military career, and being able to serve his country. Memorial services will be held at Temple Baptist Church, 1613 Arizona NE, Friday, February 17, 2012 at 10:00 AM. Burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery with USAF Honors. Direct Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements, 2919 4th Street NW. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Temple Baptist Church Missions, 1613 Arizona NE, Albuq, NM 87110. The family would like to express gratitude to the Cottages of Albuquerque and Hospice of the Sandias for the compassionate and personal care Warren received.
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