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APODACA, ERNEST (ERNIE) In Loving Memory Nov. 16, 1939 - April 16, 2006 Happy Birthday! Love you and miss you. Your loving wife, Pauline
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ASHLING, JOSHUA JOHN WILLIAM Age 20, born, June 21, 1992; died unexpectedly on Nov. 10, 2012. Josh was a very friendly person whose friends quickly became lifetime friends. Josh will be remembered for his gentle nature, amazing heart, witty sense of humor and his one-of-a-kind spirit. He is survived by his mother, Shari Ashling-Mathews; grandparents, Frank and Marge Soper and Irene Stewart; sisters, Sarah Ashling, Azalea and Brittny Black, brother, Christian Mathews; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Private services were held at Riverside Funeral Home with the cremation following. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, Nov. 18, 12:30 - 2:30pm at the VFW #6216, 2613 Bridge Blvd. SW. For those who want to share their love and support with the family, contributions to help with the final expenses may be sent c/o Shari Ashling, 2865 Tramway Cr. NE, Albuquerque, 87122. Please visit and send memories to the family at online guest register for Joshua at www.riversidefunerals.com
Published on: Fri November 16, 2012
ATCITTY, SEAN CORWIN age 39 of Gallup, NM, passed away Friday November 9, 2012. Private family services will be held. Please visit Sean's on line register book at www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400-3rd St. SW Albuquerque, New Mexico 505-247-4124
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MCLAUGHLIN, GWENDOLYN CLARDY BURK Born April 2, 1923 at Brookesmith, Brown County, Texas, Gwendolyn Clardy was the eldest child of William Harvey Clardy and Itha McBee. She passed peacefully from this earth on November 14, 2012 at Pinecrest Medical Facility near her home in Spalding, Michigan at the age of 89. Gwendolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Garret Burk & her second husband, Jack McLaughlin; her parents; a sister Cleo; and two brothers, James and Charles. She is survived by her four children, Pam (Ron) Brown of Montrose, Colorado; John (Ann) Burk of Montrose, CO; Charles (Betty Draze) Burk of Spalding, Michigan; and Richard (Debi) Burk of Kennewick, Washington; grandchildren, Garret Brown, Howell, Michigan; Greg Brown, Montrose, Colorado; Christine Burk, Maple Heights, Ohio; Sam Burk, Colorado; Joe` Burk (Schmidt), Pullman, Washington; Adam Burk, Preston, Idaho and great grandchildren Brette Brown, Howell, Michigan; Jacqueline and Marina Brown, Montrose, Colorado and Garret Burk, Fruita, Colorado as well as many nieces and nephews. Services provided by Allo Funeral Home, W3755 US 2 & 41, Spalding, MI, will be held on November 24, 2012 with Visitation at 3:00 PM, Service at 4:00PM, all times Central, by Reverend Brad Cochrane. Interment will be in Powers/Spalding cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Boy Scout Troop 578, Spalding, Michigan 49886.
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CHAVEZ, CANDELARIO Happy Birthday Dad We Love and Miss You. Manuel and Charlie
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CHENAULT, SYLVIA WILSON Sylvia died Saturday, November 3, 2012. She was born on May 22, 1940 in Albuquerque. She is survived by her daughter, Carol Martinez; granddaughter, Emily; brother, David (Karen) Wilson; Robert Chenault; dear friends, Kirk and Chelsie; Ron Martinez and his mother, Lucy; and nieces, nephews and cousins. Sylvia was preceded in death by her parents, Norwyn and Alice Wilson; and brother, Richard. She graduated from Valley High School and UNM. She was active in Girl Scouts for many years and directed camps in NM, CA and IL. Sylvia was affectionately know as "Sliver", a nickname her grandmother gave her. Her first love was teaching. She was very active in Town Club at UNM and as an alumnus. She was a life-long member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. She sang in the church choir, served on the church council, and was active in "SMILES". In Women of the ELCA, Sylvia mentored younger women, held every office at the local level and also served at the cluster and synodical levels. Sylvia joined the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous in 2010. Her primary purpose in life became helping other alcoholics who still suffer. Because of her age and failing health, her sober living became an inspiration to many, both young and old. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at 2:00 pm at St. Paul Lutheran Church 1100 Indian School Rd NE. Friends wanting to make memorial gifts, please consider St. Paul Lutheran Church and The Village at Alameda Helping Hands. Please visit our online guest book for Sylvia at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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CORTEZ, AARON JON age 51, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, November 11, 2012. A Rosary service will be recited at 6:00 pm Friday, November 16, 2012 at St. Theresa Little Flower Parish, 3424 Fourth St. SW. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 am Saturday, November 17, 2012 at St. Therese Little Flower Parish. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Please visit Aaron's on line 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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DE RAMOS, SARA L. Loving mother, aunt, grandmother and friend went home to our Lord and Savior Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at the age of 92. She was born in Guatemala City, Guatemala. Sara was a determined and creative individual that was ahead of her time in many areas. She received education degrees in Guatemala City at a time when most women did not obtain advanced education. She immigrated to New Mexico with her family in 1963. She received a B.A. and M.A. in Bilingual Education from the University of New Mexico. She taught for 54 years, had a passion for teaching young children to read and write and was loved by all her students. She was dedicated to her family, educating children and her faith in Christ. Her talents included intricate and beautiful crochet, complex origami and the ability to sew anything. Her humor and faith was seen in her poetry, singing and interactions with people, especially children. She will be missed but will continue to be an inspiration for educational achievement and faith in Christ. Sara was preceded in death by her parents, Dolores and Antonio Lopez; sister, Eva Giron. She is survived by daughter, Alicia Ramos Baker and husband Jeffery; sons, Luis A. Ramos Jr. and wife Carolyn, Herbert Ramos, Dwight Pablo Ramos and wife Pamelia, Byron Ramos; grandchildren, Alyce, Brandon, Kristy, Derrick, Karrye, Zanet, Jessica, Steffanie, Madeline, Rachel; great grandchildren, Dasia, Kayla, Krystina, Dominic, Erik, Gabriel, Eliana, Elyjah. Service will be held Saturday, November 17, 2012, at 10:00 am, at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel. Interment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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GIANNINI, DINO A. age 79, passed away November 13, 2012. He was born June 1, 1933 in Albuquerque, NM to Angelo G. and Idea (Pelletti) Giannini. He was a life-long resident of Albuquerque except when he was away serving in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Dino was a graduate of St. Mary's High School where he was a basketball standout. He was the owner and operator of Dino's Carpet for many years and later worked with Richards Distributing until his retirement. Most of all, Dino loved his entire family and cherished the time he spent with them. He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Virginia; his children, Michael Giannini and Debra Wilson and husband Ron all of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren, Amanda and Jacob Giannini, Stephanie Morales and husband Nick, Beth, Adam and Heather Fuentes, Ashlee Shanklin and husband Neil, Nicole Wilson; five great-grandchildren; five sisters and brothers; Alice Miller and husband George, Armida DePoi and husband Art, Rita McGrane and husband James, Charles Giannini and wife Mildred, Albert Giannini and many other family and friends who will all miss him dearly. Visitation will be Thursday, November 15, 2012 from 5 pm - 7 pm in the Strong-Thorne Chapel at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave SE with a Rosary to be recited at 7 pm. A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 10:30 am, Friday, November 16, 2012 at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE in Albuquerque with interment to follow at Mt Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charles Giannini, Albert Giannini, Michael Giannini, Jacob Giannini, James McGrane and Adam Fuentes. Honorary pallbearers will be George Miller and Justin Martinez. To view information or leave a condolence, go to www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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HAUSER, KATHRYN R. 11/16/52 - 1/19/05 In Loving Memory Happy 60th birthday, Kathy!! Thinking of you today and still missing you every day. Love, your Family and Friends
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HICKS, MARIAN E. Age 92, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2012 in Huntsville, AL after a short illness. Marian was born on February 3, 1920 to Harvey Clinton Moore and Bernice Chipman Moore. She grew up in Iowa residing in Albuquerque, NM from 1959 to 1971 and Bountiful, Utah from 1971 to 1988. She has resided in Alabama since 2009. Marian retired from the Utah School System as a Cafeteria Manager after 17 years and returned to Albuquerque with husband, Paul in 1988. Over her lifetime she volunteered as a Girl Scout Leader, Den Mother and Sunday School Teacher. She was a member of St. John United Methodist Church in Albuquerque since 1959. Marian loved to read, make wedding cakes, square dance and enjoyed her family and friends. She is survived by her daughter, Julie Ann Monahan of Lincoln , NE, daughter, Paulette Tyler and husband, Roger of Madison, AL; son, Dennis Hicks and wife, LaRae of Southlake, TX; son in-law, Wendell Johnson of Perry, Utah; 14 grandchildren, Clint Johnson and wife, Julie, Jeff Johnson, Lynnette (Johnson) Jackson and husband, Bruce, Ron Monahan and wife, Cindy, Vicki (Monahan) Benjamin and husband, Dallas, Jim Monahan and wife, Mary Jane, Mari Kae (Monahan) Lee, Rachelle (Tyler) Johnson and husband, James, Travis Tyler and wife, Ashley, Zachary Hicks and wife, Emily; stepson, Mark Davis and wife, Natalie; stepson, Greg Davis and wife, Julie; stepdaughter, Jenifer Garner and husband, Ben, stepdaughter Natalie Pehrson and husband,Tim and 26 great-grandchildren ranging from the age of 36 yrs. to 5 months with #27 due March 7; niece, Sheri Locket of Golden, CO, and many other family and friends. Marian was preceded in death by her husband, Paul E. Hicks; her brother, Charles Moore; and her daughter, Mary Lee Johnson. The family would like to thank American Seniors Assistance Program (ASAP) for their care and guidance, South Hampton Nursing Home and North Alabama Hospice. The family would also like to thank the Palliative Care Team at Huntsville Hospital who made Marian's final days peaceful. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2012, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming, with funeral services at 2:00 p.m. Interment immediately following at Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit the online guestbook for Marian at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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HOLDEN, LUCILLE Age 76, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2012. She was born in Covington, Tennessee on December 12, 1935 to Johnnie and Angeline (Sherill) Hines. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church and Mahalia Jackson Temple #1289. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Holden. Lucille is survived by many loving relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Monday, November 19, 2012 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Strong-Thorne Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. A service will be held on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at 10:30am at Macedonia Baptist Church, 1509 Edith SE with interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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JAMES, ANTONIO Tony James, beloved husband, father, and grandfather "Papou", passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, November 10, 2012. Tony was born to the late Louis and Effie James in St Louis, Missouri, on December 27, 1934. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Sonia; his daughters, Tara Bishop and husband Jim, Erika Bernardone and husband Dean; son, Kino James and wife, Analisa Villarreal; and daughter, Ariana West and husband Neil; and his wonderful grandchildren, Louis and Alyssa Bernardone, Skye and Tao West, and Joshua and Audrey James. He is also survived by his sisters, Penny Karagianis and husband Lou, and Connie Papas; and brothers John James and wife Francis, and Gus James. Tony graduated from the University of Missouri and was a retired life insurance agent. Tony was an avid golfer and loved gardening, traveling and the outdoors, especially the Jemez Mountains. He adored his family and loved spending time with them. His family and friends will dearly miss him, but his positive influence on their lives will continue for generations. A memorial celebrating his life will be held on November 17th at 2:00 pm at the Albuquerque Country Club. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in Tony's name to the American Brain Tumor Association, 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Ste 550, Chicago IL, 60631.
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LEWIS, AMY born Amelia Magdalene Bayerle, passed away surrounded by family on November 12, 2012 in her daughter's Albuquerque home. Born December 19, 1922 near McTaggart, Sask (Canada), she is survived by her husband, Dorman Lewis; three children, Crystal, Gail and Evan Miller; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held Sunday, November 18, 2012 at 4:00pm at The Community of Christ Church, 4701 Juan Tabo NE. Amy will live on forever in the memories of her family, the lives she changed in her years of service to others, and the scent of a rose.
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MAESTAS, UBALDO Loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at the age of 70. Ubaldo was born in La Jara, NM on August 20, 1942. He was preceded in death by his parents, Guillermo and Hazel Maestas. Ubaldo is survived by wife, Nieves "Tita" Maestas; daughters, Dianna Maestas, Renee Baughman and spouse Jim, Allicia Maestas; sons, Ubaldo Kelly Maestas and spouse Andrea, Javier Maestas, Timothy Maestas and fiancee Tammy; 16 grandchildren; brother, Milton; sisters, Erlinda, Elisea, Helen, Margaret and Emma. Visitation will be Friday from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Immaculate Conception Church in Cuba, NM, Rosary to follow at 7:00 pm. Final viewing will be Saturday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Immaculate Conception Church in Cuba, NM, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at La Jara Cemetery in La Jara, NM. Casket Bearers will be Alan J. Trujillo, Geno Rendon, Richard Archuleta, Ted Trujillo, David Cardova. Honorary Bearers will be Allen Vigil, Valentin McCoy, Roland Maestas, William Maestas, Leonard Zamora, Harold Montoya, Dominick Aragon, Jared Maestas and Frank "Pancho" Vigil, Tim Johnson. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 505-898-3160
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MARTINEZ, ELIZABETH DOLORES (LOPEZ) age 80, passed away peacefully at her Albuquerque home on Tuesday, November 6th. She was born to the late Rafael Lopez y G and Lucinda (Montoya) Lopez on May 18, 1932 in Socorro, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her parents and by two brothers and a sister, Everardo Lopez, Max Lopez, and Lucinda (Lopez) Padilla. She is survived by her children, Vernon Martinez (Judy) and Elizabeth Toler (Stephen); and by her grandchildren, Sean, Marcus and Marissa Martinez, and Eduardo Barros and David Toler. She is also survived by two siblings, Maria (Lopez) Walsh and Raphael Lopez; as well many extended family members. She grow up in Socorro around a large extended family of grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and childhood friends which she remained close to all of her life. She graduated from Mount Carmel School in 1946, from Socorro High School in 1950 with Honors, and from the College of St. Joseph Albuquerque in 1954 with a Bachelor of Arts in Education. She later became a Master Teacher. She was an acquaintance of the Martinez family from San Pedro, NM during her childhood and befriended Eduardo in Albuquerque during their adult lives. They married in December of 1956 and remained married for 44 years until Eduardo's passing. She retired after 35 years in the APS school system in 1980. She was passionate in making a difference in the lives of her students during her career. She was also tended to her parent's needs until their passing for many years by making several trips a month back to Socorro. She traveled very little, usually only to visit relatives. A few of her favorite outings were to the Inn of the Mountain Gods to meet up with relatives from El Paso, a visit to San Francisco to reunite with her in-laws which included lots of laughs and frolic, and lastly her many visits with her sister Lucinda Padilla in Tulsa. She loved reading novels, working crossword puzzles and word games, and was very dedicated to her faith. Her church community was a comfort to her always. She enjoyed her grandchildren as they grew up around her and made a special commitment to their needs throughout the years whether they were milestones, illnesses, or celebrations. She will be missed by so many of the lives that she touched. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, November 16th at 6:00 PM at Daniels Family Funeral Home, 1100 Coal Ave., S.E. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 17th at 10:00 AM at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave., N.E. A private interment will take place on Monday, November 19th to the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. Arrangements entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com
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MASON, AMBER ESTELLE Amber passed unexpectedly on November 1, 2012 into the peace that passes understanding. Amber was born June 30, 1976 in Glendora, California. She always considered herself a California girl, even though she was raised mainly in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Amber attended elementary school at Earthsong, then Eisenhower Middle School, La Cueva and Albuquerque High, and graduated from Freedom High School in 1994. She attended UNM for one year; there she auditioned and was accepted into the 100 voice choir. She brought joy and comfort to so many with her blessed gift of song. Her passions included music, piano, literature, Irish culture, the arts, fashion, dancing, traveling and camping, especially near water. Amber had an exquisite ability to comfort and befriend all those she crossed paths with and knew. Her love of animals was known by everyone, particularly "Bob" her pitbull. She is remembered for her amazing smile and infectious laugh, her quick wit and intelligence. She is survived by her mother Maureen Barre; her sister Spring Beavers; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents. Her family will miss her and we curse the drugs that took her from us. A memorial reception will be held on Sunday, November 18th, from 2:00 - 4:00pm at the Park House, 5609 Ponderosa NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. All are welcome who wish to pay their respects.
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NOHRN, WILLIAM (BILL) A long-time resident of Albuquerque and Santa Fe, died recently after a short illness. He was 93 years old. He is survived by his two daughters, Jan and Barbara; son-in-law, Ward; six grandchildren, Jenny, Chad, Shane, Jordan, Drew and Brett; and five great-grandchildren, Katharine, Dez, Julian, Alexandrea and Lucinda. Services will be held on Sunday, November 18, 2012, at 1:00 pm in the chapel at Manzano del Sol, 5201 Roma Ave., NE, Albuquerque, NM. The family request that donations be sent to Roadrunner Food Bank in lieu of flowers. Please send checks in the memory of Bill Nohrn to: Roadrunner Food Bank, 5840 Office Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 or through their website at www.rrfb.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Bill at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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POPE, MICHAEL VINCENT Michael went home to be with Jesus on 11/2/12. He was 58 years young. He lived in Belen during the 70's with his family and has lived in Pomona, California the last ten years. He is survived by his mother, Adele (Pope) Coplen of Alb; sisters, Angela D' Ambrosio of Temecula, CA and Emily Hildenbrand of Carol Stream, IL; brother, Anthony Pope of Houston, TX. Locally, he is survived by his sisters Joan Artiaga-Armijo of Belen and Margie (Pope) Rothchild of Alb; brother Pierre Pope of Alb; 11 nieces and nephews; and 12 great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Angelo Michael Pope. Cremation has already taken place. A memorial service will be held for Michael on Sunday, November 18, 2012 at New Life Fellowship, 601 Christopher Dr. in Belen. He will be entered in Terrace Grove Cemetery in Belen next to his grandfather, Oliver J. Blais.
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SANCHEZ, EMMA Age 53, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 14, 2012. To view current Service 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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SANCHEZ, FRED age 78, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 13, 2012 with his family at his side. Mr. Sanchez is survived by his children, Christie Waldrep and husband, William, Freddi Cordova, David Sanchez and wife, Connie, Michaelle Gonzales, and Jerome Sanchez; sister, Elmira Martinez; sister in law, Martha Bawcum; brother in law, Faustino Lopez; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. Mr. Sanchez was preceded in death by his wife, of fifty-seven years, Clara H. Sanchez; son, Kenneth Stephen Sanchez; and parents, Cecilio and Sarah Sanchez. Mr. Sanchez was a member of the Catholic Church, a Crusillo, and a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Sanchez was a prominent business owner of Albuquerque Surveying Company since 1973; was an active member of the NM State Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors since 2003; was an active member of the American Counsel of Engineering Companies, NM Professional Surveyors; a member of Consulting Engineers Council, NM, where he served as President from 1989 until 1990; served as member of American Congress of Surveyors and Mappers; and he donated his time to community and church projects that required his professional expertise. Visitation will be Friday, November 16, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. Final visitation will be Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Jerry Mueller, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 234-7861
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SIMPSON, TOMMY M. 11/6/44 - 11/16/07 Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Your loving family
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WAGNER, DOLORES MICHAEL Departed in peace on Thursday, October 25, 2012 after 81 years of fully embracing the tumult and joys of life and family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 48 years, Clifford, in 2010. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa; her sons, Michael (wife Erin), David (wife Tina); and grandchildren, Jessica and Alex. Dee's passion for art and wonder at nature were eclipsed only by her unfailing love for her family. Quick to laugh, even quicker to hug, she helped us all through our troubles. A truer light has never walked upon this Earth; she will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Dee's life will be celebrated with a Rosary to be recited on Friday, November 16, 2012, 8:15 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:00 a.m., at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Drive NW. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (www.stjude.org) be made in honor of Dee. Please visit our online guest book for Dee at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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WALZ, ERMA HICKS Age 97, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away at the Montebello on November 13, 2012. She is survived by her niece, Erma Jean Schultz of Vallejo, CA; grandniece, Kelley Crow of American Canyon, CA; and sister- in-law, Teresa Houdek of Mahnomen, MN. Erma was preceded in death by her parents; her brother; and her husband, Pete. She was born near Muskogee, OK. Erma's parents were enrolled members of the Cherokee Tribe of Oklahoma. She was a graduate of Haskell Indian School in Lawrence, KS, and employed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington, D.C. for 35 years. In 1965 she was named Chief of the Division of Tribal Operations. While with the BIA, she met and married Peter F. Walz from Mahnomen, MN. Pete and Erma retired from the BIA and selected Albuquerque for their home in 1970. They were charter members of the Sangre de Cristo Catholic Community. In 1997, Erma moved to the Montebello. A special thank you to the staff for the excellent care she received. Mass will be celebrated Friday, November 16, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery Chapel, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Erma at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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WASHINGTON, ZACHARY HALLAM Zachary passed away in his sleep at the tender age of 17 at his home in Rio Rancho, NM early Saturday morning November 10, 2012. Zachary was born in Carmichael, CA on January 7, 1995. Zachary is survived by his mother, Kristen Washington; his older brother Nicholas Washington; and the memory of his father, Alan Washington (passed away November 1998). May your kind heart and your beautiful soul carry on through all those who were blessed to have the privilege of having you in their lives. Your loving, optimistic, caring and gentle nature will live forever in all of us. May you rest in peace along side your loving father. Until we're together again. We love you endlessly. Memorial services will be held this Saturday November 17, 2012, 11:00am, at Destiny Center, 4401 Northern Blvd, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. All are welcome to attend services to come celebrate Zachary and lay him to rest.
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WHITFIELD, WILLIS JAMES Passed away on Monday, November 12, 2012. Willis was born on December 6, 1919, in Rosedale, OK. His parents moved to Texas where he grew up. His parents were Ray and Margie Whitfield. Willis is survived by his wife, Belva; and sons, Joe Ray and wife, Joy of Portland, OR, and James Donald of Albuquerque; brother, Lawrence Whitfield; and sister, Amy Blackburn, of Dallas, TX. Willis graduated from Eola High School in 1937 and completed a 2-year college course in Electronics at Brantley-Draughans College. Willis met Belva Gene Wiggins at Hardin-Simmons University while they were both in school. They were married on 9-3-1949. Both sons are engineers. Willis graduated from Hardin-Simmons University in 1952 with a BS Degree in Physics and Mathematics. He attended George Washington University in Washington, D C and UNM. He was in the U.S. Navy, 6-27-1944 to 6-13-1946. He served at Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, IL and US Naval Proving Ground at Dahlgren, VA. He was a Specialist for Aircraft Experimental Electrical Systems at the Naval Proving Grounds at Dahlgren, VA. He had numerous jobs. They included owning and operating an electrical contracting business in San Angelo, TX from 1940-1941. He was employed by U.S. Signal Corps, NY City from 1942-1944 where he was a Ground Radar Crew Chief. He worked at the Research and Development Department of the Naval Research Lab in Maryland from 1952-1954 where he supervised research on Solid Rocket Fuels and Motors. He was employed by Sandia National Labs from 1954-1984. From 1954-1957 he was supervisor of Nuclear Surveillance in which he researched oxidation properties and storage characteristics of uranium isotopes. From 1957-1966, he was Project Leader for Advanced Development Studies of Microwave Propagation Measurements, Contamination Control and Clean Room Development. From 1966-1976, he was Division Supervisor of Applied Sciences Division in which he conducted research for the NASA Manned Space Programs, provided designs for Contamination Control Facilities and Spacecraft Assembly Procedures. From 1977-1984, he was Division Supervisor of Isotopic Sources and Hot Cell Applications Division and was responsible for design, construction and operation of a Hot Cell Laboratory and Glove Box Laboratory for assembly and disassembly of experiments containing nuclear materials and for operation of a Gamma Irradiation Facility. He published 47 papers on the above topics. He holds three U.S. Patents in his name. They were for the invention of the Utra Clean Room in 1964 and Laminar Flow Air Hood Apparatus in 1966 and Solids Irradiator in 1979. Many awards and honors have been bestowed upon him. Among them were: The Individual Scientific Technical Achievement Award by the American Association for Contamination Control. The Holley Medal which was awarded for the unique concept of the laminar flow clean room principle to eliminate airborne contamination in closed spaces. The application of the new concept created a new multi trillion-dollar industry, greatly assisting the national program and permitted important advances in Electronics and Microbiological control of medicine and pharmaceuticals. In receiving this award, he was included in the company of such people as Henry Ford for the automobile, Edwin Land for the Polaroid Land Camera, William Schockley for the invention of the transistor, Elmer Sperry for the gyroscope, Harold Edgerton for the Stroboscope and many others. The Holley Medal was awarded by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Invention of the Laminar Flow Clean Room Award by the Eurocontamination Control Foundation in Stuttgart, Germany. The Contamination Control Devices are at work today in the electronic, pharmaceutical, foodstuff and chemical industries, as well as in nuclear, aviation and aerospace technology. Hardin Simmons University honored him as a NM Ex Student for Distinguished Service, Honorary Doctor of Science Degree from Hardin-Simmons University in 1970 and Induction into the Hall of Leaders. Best Paper Award given in recognition of the best IES technical paper in the area of Contamination Control by the Institute Of Environmental Sciences. Clean Room Magazine Hall of Fame (Willis was the first person to be placed in the Clean Room Hall of Fame.) New Mexico Society of Professional Engineers Outstanding Contribution to Economic Development. Scottish Society of Contamination Control. Recognition of Outstanding Pioneering Discoveries in Clean Room Technology SANDIA LABS Date: 2006. A Statute of Willis was placed in the Courtyard of the Microsystems and Engineering Science Applications Laboratory (MESA) at Sandia Labs. 2008. Willis continued to consult with all who would call him. After thirty years with Sandia Labs, Willis retired in 1984. Willis was active in the Hoffmantown Baptist Church of Albuquerque where he has served in many capacities. Some of which were Department Superintendent, Teacher of Sunday School boys, Chairman of Teacher Training, Deacon and Deacon chairman, Chairman of personnel, church photographer, and leader with the Boy Scouts. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 16, 2012, 1:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Noon Day Ministry for the Homeless, P.O. Box 25451, Albuquerque, NM 87125. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Whitfield at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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WIRFEL, JANE F. Age 71, a longtime New Mexico resident, passed away on 2 November 2012 in Flower Mound, TX, surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by her children, Joel Wirfel and wife Lana, Haslet, TX; Kelly Wirfel, and husband John Holcomb, Bellaire, TX; Jill Wilson and husband Allen, Flower Mound, TX; Kerry Wirfel Cantrell and husband Jeffrey, Robins AFB, GA; grandchildren, Jacob and Samuel Wirfel; Ian and Ryan Holcomb; Jack and Silas Wilson; and Henry, Emma and James Cantrell; sister, Judith Elkin Michel, Hershey, PA; brother, James Strohmeyer, Houston, TX; and many nieces and nephews and lifelong friends. She was a proud mother and wonderful grandmother. She spent much of her life taking care of her beloved family and friends and will be missed dearly. Donations in her honor to her favorite charities are appreciated.
Published on: Fri November 16, 2012
