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ALVAREZ-BALDELLI -- LORI 9/4/1980 - 8/11/2012 Age 31, Lori passed away on Saturday, August 11th suddenly. She is survived by her husband, Patrick; son, Paul Alvarez; parents, Armando and Denece Alvarez; sister, Lee Sparkman; niece, Mia; and nephew, Michael. Honorary Pallbearers are Scott Dodd, Pete Huff, Scotty Dodd, Dustin Huff, Daniel Jaramillo, David Hockmuth and Michael Guelfi. Services will be held on Saturday, August 18th at 11:00am at Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th Street NW, Albuquerque, NM. The family will host a reception afterwards at their home at 1600 Indiana NE.
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ARCHULETA -- CHRISTINE M. Was born on June 18, 1959. She passed away on August 12, 2012. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elsie Chavez and father, Galdino Chavez; sister, Teresa Chavez. She is survived by her husband, Anthony "Bert" Archuleta; daughter, Tina Archuleta, boyfriend Mark Gallegos; son, Antonio Archuleta; brother, J. C. Chavez; friend, Julia Lucero; sister Barbara Chavez; brother, Robert Chavez and wife, Frances; numerous nieces, nephews, brother and sisters-in-law. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
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ARELLANO -- PAUL June 16, 1948 - August 16, 2011 We thought of you today, but that is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday and the days before that too. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. All we have are memories and a picture frame. Your memory is a keepsake, from which we will never part. God has you in His arms, and we have you in our hearts.
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BACA -- JOSEFITA G. In Memory of our Loving Mother on her Birthday: Sometimes a Mother's spirit is so strong that it never completely leaves the Earth but remains scattered forever among all those who love her. You are forever in our hearts Momma! Maxine, Patsy, Rupe, Jenny, Lelo, Robert, Chris, Isaac, Paul and Ben
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BASILE -- PAULA W. COL. Col. Paula W. Basile, (USAF Ret), age 56, of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, August 14, 2012. She is survived by husband, Dennis Basile. Services will be held on Monday, August 20, 2012, 10:30 am at Santa Fe National Cemetery with full military honors. Paula's Family will receive guests and celebrate her life, Sunday, August 19, 2012 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm at French - Lomas. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Philharmonic, PO Box 21428, Albuquerque, NM 87154 or info@nmphil.org. Please visit our online guest book for Paula at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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BREECE -- THOMAS ESTON JR. Tom, a 65 year resident of Albuquerque, NM, left us on July 24, 2012 of natural causes. His beloved wife, Carol, on July 7, 2012, preceded him in death just 17 days earlier. Tom is survived by sister, Patricia Breece of Hot Springs, AR; and children, Terri Arrigo of Denver CO, Thomas Mark Breece of Phoenix, AZ, and Gail McClellan of Phoenix, AZ; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A Memorial service will be held Sat, Aug 18, 2012 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of New Covenant Church, 7201 Paseo Del Norte NE, Albuq, NM
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BROWN -- MARY ELIZABETH Was born August 16, 1914 and passed away August 12, 2012. Please visit Mary'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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CHAVEZ -- ALFONSO "AL" Age 83, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Friday, August 10, 2012. He was born in Santa Rosa, NM to Carlos and Maria. Al loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He also enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers George and Charlie Chavez. Alfonso is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Vessie; sons, Arthur Chavez and wife Nina M., Gregory P. Salazar and wife Tanya, Joseph Salazar and wife Angelina; daughter Cora Arder; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister Cecilia Padilla; brothers Lino Chavez, Joe Chavez; and numerous extended family and friends. A Rosary will be recited at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW on Friday, August 17, 2012 at 10:30 am followed by a Memorial Mass at 11:00 am; Inurnment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:15 pm; Military Honors by American Legion Post 69. Al will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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CRAIG -- AUNDRE' CLAIRE Age 76, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, August 13, 2012. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Robert F Craig; son, Michael Craig; daughter, Marilyn Craig; grandchildren, Eric, Bryan, Matthew, Becky, Jack; and many other family including her sister, Virginia and many friends. Mrs. Craig was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Elizabeth Morrow, and her sister, Darlene. She was a longtime member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited August 17, 2012, 5:00 pm at French - Lomas, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 18, 2012, 10:00 am at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. Interment will follow. Friends may visit Friday 3 - 5 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church or School. Please visit our online guestbook for Aundre' at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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DAVIS -- ROBERT VERN LT. COLONEL (RET.) Age 81, born March 26, 1931 passed away August 11, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. Please visit Robert's online guest register at: www.riversidefunerals.com. Cremation Services Entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 505-764-9663
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FENSTERMACHER -- MELISSA A. 8/23/71-8/13/12 Missy, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque passed away suddenly on August 13, 2012 following a road accident. Beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, she was preceded in death by her father Genaro "Henry" Jaramillo and beloved sister Marie Antoinette "Toni" Benbow. Melissa leaves to mourn her large family; she is survived by her mother Priscilla Jaramillo; sons Elias Joseph and Derick Lee Fenstermacher; brothers Mark Jaramillo of Durango and Marty (children Angela, Anthony and Lila) of ABQ; Uncle Louis and Aunt Dolores Cordova of Gallup, Aunt RoseMary and Uncle Ernie Stapleton of ABQ; niece April Guillaume (partner Chris and daughter Maggie) of Minneapolis; nephew Joseph Sonny Benbow (Melanie and son Charlie) of Tijeras; brother-in-Law Joe Benbow of Sedillo; and many more loving relatives. Missy enjoyed a wonderful 12 year career as a Nurse Tech, bringing babies into the world at Lovelace Women's Hospital amongst her co-workers she loved like family. Recently, Missy spent a year planning last month's week-long trip to a Colorado Lake Cabin with twelve family members. 10 days shy of her 41st birthday is too soon to say good-bye. She was an organ donor, her last gift to five lives. Melissa was a lifetime member of the Catholic Church. Rosary and Eulogy services will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2012 and begin at 12:00PM with a funeral Mass at 1:00PM at San Isidro Mission Church in Sedillo, part of Holy Child Parish.
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FORRESTER -- RANDY Age 65, of Santa Fe, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2012. Randy was a long-time resident of Santa Fe, having moved to New Mexico after falling in love with the area on a college road trip. He was known throughout New Mexico as an accomplished dancer and graced the dance floor to the very end. Randy was also a Vietnam veteran, national Scrabble champion, writer, and lover of culinary delights. He was active in the Arts, enjoying many years of tail-gating parties at the Santa Fe Opera. Randy is survived by his brothers, Dave Forrester of Reston, VA, Terry Forrester of Mentone, CA, and Rick Forrester of Maineville, OH; as well as his sister Ginny McKee of Kula, HI. He was surrounded by many other loving family members and a wide circle of friends. Visitation August 19, 2:00-5:00 p.m., McGee Funeral Home, 1320 Luisa St, Santa Fe. Services at funeral home August 20, 1:00 p.m. and burial at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 North Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, 3:00 p.m. Potluck and dance celebration of Randy's life at the Sol Santa Fe (Santa Fe Brewing Company), Hwy 14 (35 Fire Place), Santa Fe, 5:00-8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Santa Fe Bandstand or the David Westphall Veterans Memorial Foundation. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: www.berardinellifuneralhome.com
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FRANK -- DOROTHY J. COZBY Age 92, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, August 11, 2012. She is survived by her daughter, Jan (John Aguirre) Hess of Santa Rosa, CA; sons, Robert Cozby of Albuquerque, NM, Richard Cozby of Moriarty, NM; grandson, Quinn Cozby (Sarah) and son Payton; granddaughters, Tonya Sue Cozby and Celeste Martin and sons Tyler and Joel; sisters, Margaret (Ken) Smith and Patricia Harrell; brother, James Joy; and numerous nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husbands, William John Frank and Henry Milton Cozby. Granddaughter Tonya's Tribute: JOY is what you gave to me STRENGTH is what you taught with BEAUTY is how you lived your life, and it is your GRACE that will not be forgotten. Sadness is what we hold today but in this moment I hear your words that say - 'THIS TOO SHALL PASS..." and it is with LOVE that your memory will last. Goodbye fair lady, my dear sweet grandmother. SAFE TRAVELS... Rosary will be recited Friday, August 17, 2012, 8:15 a.m., with Mass following at 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of Saint Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Dorothy at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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FRANKLIN -- MARTHA JOANNE Age 85, of Corrales, NM passed away Tuesday, August 14, 2012 after a prolonged illness. She was born on June 17, 1927 in Pueblo CO. She was preceded by her parents, Elsie and Richard Biffle; brother, Richard L. Biffle; sister, Thelma Brooks; daughter, Joanne Marie Franklin; son, John Rex Franklin, II. She is survived by her husband, Julian Rex Franklin; daughter, Mary Ellen Underwood, granddaughters, Julianne Marie Ogilvie and Joanne Rhea Ogilvie; grandson, Justin Ray Franklin. JoAnne was a teacher who loved teaching the second and third grade children. She began her teaching career at Dulce, NM at the Bureau of Indian Affairs Boarding school. Following that she was Principal-Teacher at Elk Silver day school on the Mescalaero Reservation. At Shiprock, NM she taught fourth grade at the Shiprock BIA Boarding School. She followed her husband to Roswell, NM and then to Crownpoint, NM. While at Crownpoint she taught at several outlying day schools. After the family moved to Gallup, NM she taught as a Reading Specialist at Gallup Public schools, Cathedral Elementary School and at several of the outlying Gallup McKinley Public Schools. When her husband was reassigned to Albuquerque she taught at the Santo Domingo school until she retired. JoAnne was active in civic affairs serving as a Girl Scout leader, a member of the Centennial Commission in Gallup and as Secretary of the Gallup Country Club. She was a long time member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas both in Gallup and Corrales where she served as Regent. She was a member of the XI Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority, International Honorary Society of Women Educators, where she served as Chapter President and later as NM State President. She was a member of San Ysidro Roman Catholic Church in Corrales, NM. A Viewing will be held at 10:00 am, with the Rosary being recited at 10:30 am following with a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at San Ysidro Catholic Church, Corrales, NM. Interment will follow at the San Ysidro Cemetery in Corrales, NM. Pallbearers will be Joseph Lucero, Cliff Farfan, Jacob DeHerrera, Harry Delap, Gilbert Montano and Tony Vigil. To view information or leave a condolence please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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GALLEGOS -- FERMIN A. Age 57, born April 8, 1955, passed away on Sunday, August 12, 2012. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 3647 Hwy 47, Peralta, NM. "Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart, for as long as there is memory, they'll live on in the heart" MA Ramish
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GRAY -- MARIE ANN DELEUW Age 93, born December 16, 1918 passed away August 15, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. Please visit the online guest register for Marie at: www.riversidefunerals.com RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE 505-764-9663
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HECKLER -- PATRICIA A. Age 70, born July 21, 1942, passed away August 15, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. Please visit the online guest register for Patrick at http://www.riversidefunerals.com/. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE 505-764-9663
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HENRY -- GWINN "BUB" Passed away at home on Monday, August 13, 2012. Born in Columbia, MO on January 8, 1928 to Gwinn and Amy Henry. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Dona; five sons, Patrick and wife, Gail, Matt and wife, Lisa, Mark, Tim and wife, Barbara, Roben and wife, Karen; eight grandchildren, Shelly, Brandon, Shannon, Gwinn, Kenny, Kurt, Kyle and Roope; seven great-grandchildren; brother-in-law and wife, John and Nadene Plath; and three nieces. Bub was an outstanding athlete at Albuquerque High School, graduating in 1946. He retired from the University of New Mexico in 1990 after a 30 year career, spending most of those years as Director of Alumni Relations. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle Blvd SE. Because of his love of education, UNM and Albuquerque High School, the family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Gwinn Henry Scholarship Fund at UNM or the Albuquerque High Lettermen's Association. Please visit our online guest book for Bub at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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HILDEBRANDT -- MARY Taken from us four years ago, August 16, 2008. You are remembered every single day. Loving you and missing you always, Jean, Manny, Emma and Fred
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HILDEBRANDT -- MARY LUCILLE October 4, 1931 - August 16, 2008 In memory of my lovely wife Mary who has been with our Savior for four years today. I receive great comfort in knowing that Mary is in heaven with all the angels watching over her family and myself and that we will be together again on day. God Bless, Her loving husband, E.H. (Bud) Hildebrandt
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HILDEBRANDT -- MARY L. Dear Mom/Grandma Mary, It's been four years since you left us and our hearts ache as much today as the day we said good-bye but we take comfort knowing that some day we will be together again! We remember the joy and love you brought to our family and those sweet memories live on in our hearts. Love you forever, Patty, JP, Alex and Max
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HINDI -- FICEL Age 72, born and raised in Duran, NM, passed away August 9, 2012. He is survived by his wife Patricia, who was the love of his life; his siblings Moneer, Baheej (Martha), Fareeza, Azeez, Lila; his sister-in-law Jody; step-children Sean (Lisa) and Tori Crain; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Rasmie and William Hindi, who emigrated from Zahle, Lebanon; his siblings Fuad, Moneer, Basheer, Monira (John Green); and his brother-in-law Jack Belcher. After graduation from Vaughn High School, Ficel moved to Albuquerque. He retired from AT&T. He pursued his passion for sprint car racing at Speedway Park and Raceway in the 60's and early 70's. His enthusiasm for car racing (Dirt Track, Indy, NASCAR) never ebbed. Friends may visit from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 16th at French Mortuary at 10500 Lomas NE (Eubank). The celebration of Ficel's life on Friday, August 17th will be at 10:00 a.m. at French's. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. The family will host a luncheon reception at The Loyal Order of the Moose, 12825 Skyline Road NE following the burial. Please visit our online guestbook for Ficel at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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HO -- NAM THI Age 88, born on January 23, 1924 passed away August 14, 2012 in Albuquerque, N.M. Please visit the online guest register for Nam at: www.riversidefunerals.com Services entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. N.E. (505) 764-9663
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LEBOW -- JOHN JR. Age 77, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, August 13, 2012. John was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Susan Villanueva Lebow; mother, Naomi Wilder; father, John Lebow Sr.; and brother, Jim Lebow. John is survived by his wife of four years, Ruth Lebow; sister, Betty Sutton; son, Jeff and wife Merci Lebow; daughter, Julie and husband Ray Dollar and daughter, Anita D'Antonio; and grandchildren, Brendan Keough, Whitney and husband Jeremiah Owsley, Tyler Wheeler and fiance Brischel Prichard, Ashley Long and Kelsie D'Antonio. John spent 23 years serving our country in the United States Army with great pride. A special thank you to the wonderful family at Palo Duro assisted living facility for helping to make the last months a peaceful and loving environment for him. Memorial Services will be held at French - Wyoming Chapel on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. with military honors immediately following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for John at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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LOPEZ -- DAVID L. beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior Saturday, August 11, 2012 at the age of 51. David touched the hearts of many with his smile, generosity and humor. He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel Lopez. David is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Lisa; mother, Josie Amaya and her husband Isidro; children, Alicia Garcia and husband Gerald, Gina, Vanessa, and Anthony Lopez; grandchildren, Gerald and Amarissa Garcia; siblings, Tita Barlizan and husband Tim, Tommy Lopez and wife Ramona, Johnny Lopez and wife Veronica, Theresa Alderete and husband Daniel; 14 nieces; 18 nephews; and numerous extended family and friends. A Visitation will take place at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd SW, Friday, August 17, 2012, from 7:45 am to 8:15; Reciting of the Rosary at 8:15 am. Mass of Christian Burial will also be celebrated Friday at 9:00 am. Inurnment will take place at a later date. David is loved and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. To view information or leave a condolence please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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MARTINEZ -- GEORGETTE S. Age 40, passed away Sunday August 12, 2012. A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Salazar and Sons Mortuary. Please visit Georgette's online register book at www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400-3rd St. SW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 (505) 247-4124
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MCLAIN -- HELEN Age 84, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Gallup, went to the loving arms of her heavenly family on Monday, August 13, 2012. She is survived by her children, Bobbie Allen of Albuquerque, and Jack R Shepherd and wife, Susan of Glendale, AZ and Charles Shepherd and wife, Dorothy of Medford, OR; step-sons, Tim McLain and wife, Kathy, and Steve McLain and wife, Neva; eight grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews whom she was very close to; and many other relatives and friends. Helen was preceded in death by her husbands, Robert Shepherd of 32 years and Ben McLain of 28 years; parents, Francis Jack and Stella Seward; and siblings, William Seward, Lynn Seward, and Francis Genitski. She was born in 1928 in San Marcial, NM and graduated from Gallup High School, Class of 1946. Helen loved bowling, canasta, gardening and was very active in TOPS in Albuquerque. She had a bubbly sense of humor and just loved people. Helen was very devoted to her family. She loved the Cubs and the Diamondbacks. Helen was a loving mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held on Friday, August 17, 2012, 10:00 am at French - University, 1111 University Blvd NE. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park in Gallup, NM at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Joy Junction, 4500 2nd Street Southwest Albuquerque, NM 87105. Please visit our online guest book for Helen at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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MERRITT -- MELVIN L. age 90, passed away on August 10, 2012 after a long struggle with Parkinson's. Mel was born in 1921 in Juneau, Alaska to Melvin L. Merritt and Nellie Isabella Merritt. A loving husband, Mel married Thelma Dinwiddie in 1949 in Pasadena, California. He received his Ph.D. (cum laude) in Physics at California Institute of Technology in 1950. He moved to Albuquerque and worked as a physicist at Sandia National Laboratories until his retirement in 1988. During his career he worked in nuclear science and was an author and editor of a book on the environment of Amchitka Island, Alaska. He was a Fellow in Sigma Xi and a member of the American Physical Society, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and the Planetary Society. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Thelma; his children, Mel Merritt III and wife Cherryl, Audrey Marlar and husband Richard, Linda Bockoven, and Jeannine Maier and husband Don; his sister Alice Petterson; his sisters-in-law Ruby Merritt and Audrey Coffman and husband Sam; his brother-in-law Hal Dinwiddie; his thirteen grandchildren, Courtney, Tristan, Francesca, Kimberly, Alison, Claire, David, Eric, Scott, Andrew, John, Ryan, and Nonie; his four great-grandchildren, Elijah, Dylan, Lelia, and David; and his many loving nieces and nephews. Mel was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Morris Merritt. Mel was a member of First Congregational Church for over 60 years. He was an Eagle Scout; later a Scout Master. He was active in the Albuquerque Coin Club, and Science Fiction Club. He had a great love of the outdoors, and enjoyed to hike and camp. He also loved traveling the world with his wife. Mel was an incredible man, a brilliant scientist, and beloved of many. He was a pillar of strength, dignity and gentleness. He will be greatly missed. Services will be held at UCC First Congregational Church, 2801 Lomas Blvd. NE, on Thursday, August 16, 2012, at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Presbyterian Hospice at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital. Please visit the online guestbook at: riversidefunerals.com
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MORA -- IRENE Age 50, has been called home by our Heavenly Father. She was a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She loved being an educational assistant at Truman Middle School. Irene was a loving mother to Kayla Mora. She was a devoted daughter to Arthur and Viola Mora. She was a wonderful big sister to Monique Courville and husband Rick; brother Arthur Mora and wife Cindy; and brothers Vincent Mora, Victor Mora, and Johnny Bojorquez and wife Norma. She was a caring aunt to Danielle, Jordan, Amanda, Mateo, Sterling, Joshua, Laylynn, Adrian, and Mina. She is also survived by her grandparents Mike and Mary Pino. We love you and will carry you in out hearts forever. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 17th, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints located at 8130 Sage Road SW. Funeral arrangements by Gabaldon Mortuary
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MORALES -- RICHARD "CUCO" Ricardo's Life Celebration will be Thursday, August 16th at 1:00 pm in the Reflection of Life Chapel (Washington and Cutler NE). Please visit Richard's online guestbook at www.Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations Louis & Gloria Salazar 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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NAJERA -- ALFONSO GARCIA JR. Age 21, of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, August 11, 2012. A Rosary service will be recited Friday, August 17, 2012 at 7:00 pm at Salazar and Sons Mortuary. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 am Saturday, August 18, 2012 from Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd., NW. Please visit Alfonso's online register book at www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400-3rd St. SW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 (505) 247-4124
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NEUGEBAUER -- MARTHA Martha died peacefully at home on August 13, 2012 at the age of 88. She was born on the family farm in Petersburg, IL on January 6, 1924 to Tom and Leta Rogers. She graduated from Petersburg Harris high school and went on at age 16 to Blackburn College. She met her husband of 60 years, Gene Neugebauer, a naval officer, while working in Chicago. After the war, they moved to El Paso, TX and began their family. The Oil business took them to Houston, TX where they raised their family. They retired in Albuquerque, NM to be near their children and grandchildren. Martha was a generous giver to many charities and was a Tocqueville donor to United Way. She enjoyed being active in Sandia Presbyterian Church, Cosmopolitan, various bridge groups, and walking with her friends. Martha was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Leta Rogers; her brothers, Robert and Harold Rogers; and her husband, Gene Neugebauer. She is survived by her children, Paula (Doug) Speegle and Roger Neugebauer; grandchildren, Jennifer (Kent) Messer of Dallas, Eric Speegle of Albuquerque, Nick (Jamie) Speegle of Dallas, Victor Neugebauer and Elizabeth Neugebauer of Amarillo, TX. She has four great-grandsons, Coleson, Case and Crews Messer, and Carter Speegle. Martha was a very compassionate person, who will be remembered by the love she had for her family, friends and neighbors. Visitation begins at 2:30 p.m. with Memorial Services beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 18, 2012, at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo Del Norte NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122. Interment will be Monday, August 20, 2012 at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:15 a.m. Donations may be made to ARCA at www.arc-a.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Martha at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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NICHOLS -- LOIS E. CAMPBELL Age 89, a long-time resident of Belen, passed away on May 25, 2012 at her home in Pupukea, Hawaii. Lois was born and grew up in Belen where she lived for 82 years. She was a well-known member of the community, a member of the First United Methodist Church of Belen for many years, a member of the Order of Eastern Star Jessamine Chapter #45 and Past-Matron's Club, and attended North Shore Christian Fellowship in Haleiwa, Hawaii. Lois and her husband, Nick were enthusiastic members of the Poco Quatros Model A Ford Club and the Tumbleweed V8 Club, and enjoyed many fun-filled travels with their close-knit group of like-minded friends. Lois and her sister Joyce were known for their lovely voices and were regularly called on to sing for weddings, funerals and other special occasions, for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Nick. She is survived by her daughters Tharan Schmidt and husband Virgil of Wichita, Kansas, Pam Steinberg and husband Steve of Monument, Colorado, Penny King and husband Bob of Pupukea, Hawaii; sons Pat Nichols and wife Robyn of Salamander Bay, New South Wales, Australia, Pete Nichols and wife Carrie of Kihei, Maui, Hawaii; grandchildren Marty Ternes, Michelle Hawk, Cindy Perez, Robin Sneary, Kathy Reynoldson, David Ternes, Nicole Ellis, Jennifer Hefty, Scott Steinberg, Donovan Steinberg, Jackson King, Jillian King, Jarin Williamson, Jesse King, Kearney Nichols, Zack Nichols, Naphtali Cope, Issachar Nichols and Manasseh Nichols; 16 great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews. Lois was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, aunt and friend, always ready and willing to tackle whatever life threw at her with enthusiasm and a smile. She will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at the First United Methodist Church of Belen, 75 Manzano Expressway. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lois' name to the charity of your choice.
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RODARTE -- JOYCE A. After a long and courageous battle with breast cancer, Joyce A. Rodarte went to be with our Lord on Sunday, August 12th. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Evelyn Beltz. She is survived by her husband of 45 years Edward Rodarte; daughters: Michelle and Tim Payne, Lisa Rodarte, and Kim and Jon Wolf; brothers: Ed and Janet Beltz, John Beltz; sisters: Sharon and Pat Tuite, Elaina Sims; four grandchildren: Tishell, Mikaela, Justin, Michael; and many relatives, extended family and friends. Her loves included caring for and playing with her grandchildren, motorcycle riding, traveling, and her famous Elvis Presley collection. She was a self-made chef known for her salsa and red chili chicken wings. The door to her home was open to everyone and she threw the best parties in town! The love of her family and friends was always foremost in her heart and mind. Joyce's Life Celebration Rosary will begin Friday at 7:00 p.m. at Church of the Risen Savior. Life Celebration Mass will be Saturday at 10:00 am at Church of the Risen Savior. Urn bearers will be Tishell Payne, Mikaela Payne, Justin Wolf and Michael Wolf. Elvis and Joyce have left the building! Please visit Joyce's online guestbook at: www.Reflectionoflife.com REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations Louis & Gloria Salazar 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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SPEIGHT -- JAMES E. "JIMMY" III 6/24/1974 - 8/14/2012 Age 38, was born in Albuquerque, NM. James' courageous battle ended Tuesday, August 14th at 7:30 pm. He passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents: Lee and Pita Sanchez, Henry and Addie Speight; grandparents: James E Speight, Dorothy Speight and Roy T. Shaw, Jeff Page, Frank Maestas. He is survived by his children: Christopher and Darren Speight of Los Alamos, NM, Mikayla and Ashley Speight of Albuquerque; mother and father: James and Angela Speight of Hawaii; siblings: Romana and Amon Madril of Hawaii, Jennifer and Blake Knotts of West Richland, WA, Michael and Charlotte Speight of Tucson AZ; grandparents: Wilfred Aragon, Lydia Maestas, Lavonia Page; nephews and nieces: Alyssa, Samantha, Brendan, and Jacob; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. A public Rosary and memorial service will be held on Friday, August 17th at 6:00 pm at Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th Street NW, Albuquerque. Flowers or memorial contributions can be sent to Direct Funeral Services.
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THURMAN -- JAYNE ELIZABETH Age 84, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, August 14, 2012. She is survived by daughter, Janet Lyn (James) Lane; son, R. Bry Thurman; daughter, Gloria Colleen Perry; son, Dale Wayne (Billie) Gordon; 12 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Royal and Clara Stone; husband, Clyde Thurman; son, Trent Thurman; daughter, Cara Thurman; and grandson Trace Howard. She was a member of the LDS Church. Services will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2012, 9:00 am at French - Lomas Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit one hour prior to the service. Please visit our online guest book for Jayne at: www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505-275-3500
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TIANO -- ANTHONY "TONY" Age 71, a local producer of National television shows, will be remembered during a memorial service on Friday. Tiano died on Sunday, August 12, 2012 of complications from Myelofibrosis. Tiano spent over 40 years running Public Television stations or producing programs for them. He started at KNME while he was attending UNM. He then went to Madison, WI as the Program Manager for their PBS affiliate. In 1976, he moved on to St. Louis where he was the President of the PBS station KETC, and to the same position at KQED in San Francisco from 1978 to 1993. Tiano then founded Santa Fe Productions where he continued producing public television shows until his death. Shows such as the Brain Fitness series showed his passion for science. The shows also raised over $50 million for Public Broadcasting. Reflecting his love of the arts and his native New Mexico, he produced Landscapes of Enchantment for national distribution in 2010, a show featuring several of New Mexico's best landscape artists. Tiano also produced Open Book for 7 years for A&E interviewing a host of authors representing many genres. One of Tiano's favorite projects was the show he did with the famed UCLA basketball coach John Wooden who wrote The Pyramid of Success. Tony embodies each of the characteristics "Coach" wrote of, and continued to live those principles inspiring those around him even through his last difficult days. Tiano was preceded in death by his mother, Marian Santrizos; stepfather, Charlie Santrizos; stepmother, Alice Tiano; and his brother, Joe Tiano. He is survived by his loving wife and life partner, Kat Tiano; sons, Mark (Barbara) Tiano and Steve (Kelly) Tiano; grandchildren, Kaleigh , Spencer, and Anthony; brother, Bob (Bobby)Tiano; and sister-in-law, Nancy Tiano. Tony's nephew Chris (Sue) Tiano enjoyed a special bond and was a constant source of support in the last few years of his life. Tony is also survived by his in-laws, Paul and Dorothy O'Brien, Dan O'Brien, Sean (Liz) O'Brien, Megan (Eloy) De La O, and many incredible nieces and nephews. Celebration services will be held Friday, August 17, 2012, 10:00 a.m., at St. Jude Thaddeus Parish, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW, Albuquerque 87114. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Myeloproliferative Disorders Foundation at 233 South Wacker Drive, Suite 375, Chicago, IL 60606. Please visit our online guestbook for Tony at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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TORRES -- GILBERT E. SR. Age 83, a life long resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, August 7, 2012. He was born in Magdelena, NM on March 31, 1929 to Jose and Catalina Torres. He was preceded in death by his sons, Stanley, Tim and Greg Torres; grandson, Jason Torres; brothers, Joseph and Tony Torres; sisters, Emma Basilla, Mary Torres, Lillie Sarracino and Rita Smith. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife of 61 years Alice Torres; son Gilbert "Gib" Torres Jr.; granddaughter Rhiannon Torres; grandson, Brandon Torres; great-grandchildren, Damian, Lilly Anna, Mariah, Mason, Samantha, and McKenzie; numerous nieces and nephews. Gilbert served proudly and with distinction in the U.S. Army Air Corps and U.S. Air Force in WWII and the Korean War including assignments in Saudi Arabia and Germany from 1945 to 1955. His distinguished 36 year career and stellar government service extended to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sandia Corporation, U.S. Army 1st Armored Division (7th Corps), Director of Administrative Services for the Special Weapons Center and Chief of Printing and Distribution for Nuclear Surety. Gilbert received numerous awards throughout his military and civilian career. Among them are the American Theatre Ribbon, the WWII Victory Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Meritorious Civilian Service Award, one of the highest civilian honors. Gilbert was a life time member of the Veteran's of Foreign Wars (401), Air National Guard Veterans and Knights of Columbus. Gilbert had a lifelong passion for golf and loved creating computer graphic designs and art memorabilia. He will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, August 17, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. at Risen Savior Catholic Community with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00 a.m. also at the Risen Savior. Interment will take place at Sandia Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Brandon Torres, Matt Torres, Jet Browne, Richard Sarracino. Honorary Bearers will be John Torres and Lance Browne. Those who wish to express their condolences or share a story, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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TRUJILLO -- EVANGELINE Q. (VANGIE) June 8, 1933-August 16, 2011 1st Year Anniversary In Memory of our Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother This day is remembered and quietly kept No words are needed, we never forget For those we love don't go away They walk beside us every day. Unseen and unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed and so very dear. Love Always, Your husband Dan; your children Glenda, Diana, Steve and Ron; all your grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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