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BACA, JOAQUIN "JAKE" JR. age 52, of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2013. He is survived by his father Joaquin Baca Sr.; one brother; six sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother Guadalupe Baca on October 19, 2001 and one sister. A Rosary service will be recited at 9:30 am on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper Ave., NW with the Mass of Christian burial to follow at 10:00 am. Interment will be at San Jose De Armijo Cemetery. Please visit Jake's on line guest book at www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400-3rd St. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-247-4124
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BAIAMONTE, PATRICIA M. Age 77, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, March 10, 2013. She is survived by husband, Phillip Baiamonte of Albuquerque; and sons Rob Baiamonte and wife Terry, their children Lander and Ben of Golidad, TX, Tom Baiamonte and son Zach of Albuquerque, Jim Baiamonte and wife Kim, their children Britt (her husband Kyle McMurray) and Brennan (financee Laura Lepley) of Albuquerque. Patricia was preceded in death by son Nick Baiamonte. Services will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 4:00 pm at French - University. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Thursday, March 14, 10:30 a.m. Please visit our online guest book for Patricia at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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BANACH, FELIX J. Loving husband, father and grandfather, age 94, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2013. He was born on December 11, 1918 in Philadelphia, PA. He served in the US Army as a Medical Tech from 1941 until 1945 when he was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. He earned the American Defense Service Medal, the American Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Mr. Banach worked as a machinist for American Can Company until he took an early retirement. He then moved to the Albuquerque area in 1972 where he worked as a driver for Sandia National Laboratories and in the Maintenance Department with Rio Rancho Public Schools. He was, also a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and, most recently Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in Rio Rancho. Mr. Banach was most appreciative of Sister Barbara from Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary who brought communion to him when he was no longer able to attend. Mr. Banach was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Anna Mary. He is survived by his three children, Barbara Banach of Neenah, WI, Robert Banach of Albuquerque, NM and Diane Banach of Albuquerque, NM; nine grandchildren; and eight great- grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited at 1:00 PM on Friday, March 15, 2013 at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Inurnment with Military Honors will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. 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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BARRON, ELIZABETH CAMILLE We love you and miss you very much! We know that you are with the angels! Love, Dian, Johhny, Kelly, Mackey, Pauline, Charlotte, Theresa, Karl and family!
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FIERRO, ODELIA "LILLIE" Age 89, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, March 7, 2013. Lillie is survived by daughter, Dorothy Gallegos; grandson, David Martinez; granddaughters, Ashley and Paige Gallegos; grandson, Josh Gallegos; great-grandson, Harley Martinez; sister, Eva Candelaria; a niece; and nephews. Lillie was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 7:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Westside. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, March 14, 2013, 10:00 a.m., at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd NW, with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Lillie at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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FINCHER, JANET L. Age 65, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2013. She was born April 21, 1947 in San Antonio, TX. She moved to Albuquerque with her parents in 1955. Janet was an avid reader and loved doing crossword and word puzzles. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Lee and Lillian Lorraine Jones; and two of her sons Scott and Tony Wayne Fincher. She is survived by her son James Lucher; daughter Sarah Rhoades (Cory Hodges); grandsons Jordan and Jayce Rhoades; daughter -in-law Christie Fincher; and many wonderful friends, including Doyle Fincher and Mike Rhoades. Janet touched many lives by always doing things for others before doing for herself. She will be greatly missed. Memorial service for Janet will be held Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 2:00pm at Sarah's home. 9225 Las Camas Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. In lieu of flowers, any donations will go to a memorial fund.
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GARCIA, EMELICIA "LILA" June 5, 1930 - March 13, 2012 Our memories are a lifetime of love and happiness. If there was ever an Angel that walked the earth it would be you, our mother. Thank You for all the blessings you have sent from above, you are the best mother and will always be in our hearts. We thank you God for giving us the most priceless of all treasures our precious mother. We love and miss you every day. Love your children.
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GREER, JACKIE LATHAM Age 81, a native and life long resident of the Quay Valley, south of Tucumcari, NM passed away on March 6, 2013. She was a descended from the Quay Valley pioneer Brassell family and married Lyle Greer, also a Quay Valley native who descended from a pioneering ranch family. In addition to operating their ranch at Quay, they owned and operated the Valley Feed and Supply in Tucumcari, NM for many years. She graduated from the Tucumcari High School in 1949. She was a member of the Tucumcari Church of Christ. She was an active 4-H leader and was inducted into the State 4-H Hall of Fame in Las Cruces, NM. She also served as the assistant post master at the Quay Post Office for several years. Jackie was a member of the Quay Progressive Club and ardent supporter of community activities at Quay. She was an active supporter of the New Mexico State University through the Extension Service and from sending her four sons to college there. She was preceded in death by her husband Lyle Greer; son Donnie; parents Myra and Jack Latham; brothers Jim and Bobbie Latham; and daughter-in-law Tana Greer. She is survived by her sons - Ronnie Greer and Sheri, Quenton Greer, all of Quay New Mexico, and Benton Greer of Denver, Colorado; grandchildren - Jennifer Nash of Long Meadow, MA, Cameron Greer of Aurora, Colorado and Jakkie Greer of Denver, Colrado; great-grandchildren - Conor, Ryan, and Oliva Nash. Services will be held at the Dunn Memorial Chapel in Tucumcari on Friday, March 15th at 10:30am with interment to follow in the Quay Cemetery south of Tucumcari, NM on State Hwy 209. In lieu of flowers memorial can be made to the Arthritis Foundation or to the Quay Cemetery Fund c/o Betty White, 4036 Quay Road 60, Tucumcari, New Mexico. Arrangements entrusted to the Dunn Funeral Home of Tucumcari New Mexico.
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KUHLMANN, ROBERT H Age 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, died on Sunday, March 10, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Pauline Kuhlman; daughter, Sue Griffith and husband, Keith Griffith; son, Kim Kuhlmann of San Francisco, CA; grandson, Craig Griffith; granddaughter, Haley Kuhlmann of San Francisco; and great-grandson, Quinn Griffith. Mr. Kuhlmann was preceded in death by his son, Gordon Kuhlmann. Robert was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Albuquerque. Services will be held on Friday, March 15, 2013, 10:30 a.m. at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Robert's memory to Heritage Hospice, 3721 Rutledge Rd NE, 87109. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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MARTINEZ, ISMAEL J. (I.J.) Age 92, was born and raised in New Mexico and passed away in May of 2012. Cremation has taken place and he along with his wife, Victoria M. Martinez, of 70 years, who passed away March 4, 2013, will be interred together. I.J. enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1941 and spent most of his tour of duty on the USS Saratoga during WWII. After serving six years, he was discharged in 1947 from NAS Alameda, CA. He loved the area and decided to stay in San Francisco. He sent for Victoria to be his bride at that time. He was a successful Real Estate Agent in San Francisco and retired to a lovely home in Kings Beach, Lake Tahoe and later on to Albuquerque, NM since 1989. He is preceded in death by his father, Daniel Jose De La Luz Martinez and mother, Mary Ann Chavez; brothers, Daniel, Leo and Sam Martinez. He is survived by sisters, Edna Veit, Viola Gurule, Gladys and husband, Ron Cox, all from CA, many nieces and nephews. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, March 14, 2013, 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11041 Indian School Road NE. Interment will take place at the National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, NM, 87501, at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2013. Funeral arrangements have been made with FRENCH - Lomas. Please visit our online guestbook for Ismael (I.J.) Martinez at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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MARTINEZ, VICTORIA M. (SANCHEZ) The matriarch of the Sanchez Family, a resident of Albuquerque since 1989, formerly from San Francisco and Kings Beach, Lake Tahoe, passed away March 4, 2013. She was preceded in death by her spouse, Ismael J. (I.J) Martinez; her only daughter, LaVerne Matushenko; son-in-law; Walter; her father, Fred A. Sanchez, Sr. and her mother, Luisa Pacheco Sanchez. She was also preceded by her siblings, Luis O., Conrado A., Margaret A., Manuel A., Horacio A. and Fred A. Sanchez, Jr. Her surviving siblings are Josie O. Martinez, Luis A. Sanchez, Dolores (Eva) Chavez, Teresina M. Candelaria and husband, Eloy, Donald L. Sanchez and wife, Ruth, Daniel L. Sanchez all of Albuquerque, William A. Sanchez, of Santa Fe and many nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her for her gracious hospitality, the many people that had the opportunity to attend her elegant dinner parties and royal treatment when in all her homes. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, March 14, 2013, 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11041 Indian School Road NE. Interment will take place at the National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, NM, 87501, at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2013. Pallbearers are Robert Monson, Ronald Monson, Roger Monson, Brent Wylie, Ryan Wylie and Dalen Salazar. Honorary Pallbearers David Candelaria, Mark Candelaria, Jonathan Sanchez, D.J. Sanchez, Nathan Wylie and Troy Salazar. Please visit our online guestbook for Victoria M. Martinez at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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MCCURLEY, CHRISTINE age 89, passed away on March 9, 2013 at Lovelace Hospital in Albuquerque. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother and friend. Born on August 29, 1923 in Walton County, Florida, Christine continuously had unconditional love and support for her family. Her parents and siblings preceded her in death. Survivors are her husband of 70 years, Gafford McCurley; their four children, Ron McCurley, Linda McCurley-Stafford and husband Tom Stafford, JoAnne McCurley and Dorothy McCurley. Her grandchildren are John Speranzo, Laura Summerlin, Kathy Lewis, Melanie Cayce, Josh and Chris Bratton, and Valerie Sorto; and her nine great-grandchildren. She and her husband enjoyed square dancing, round dancing, and they belonged to various clubs in Albuquerque and Elephant Butte for over 40 years. She participated in boy and girl scout activities when her children were young. Christine was a beautiful strong woman full of a love for life. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 14 at 9:30am at Crestview Baptist Church, 301 Chama NE, Albuquerque, NM. Interment will take place at 1:30pm at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe Street, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Special Olympics or a charity of choice in her name.
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MCDONALD, JACQUELINE M.D. Age 87, passed away Thursday March 7, 2013. Dr. McDonald was raised in Albuquerque during the 1930's while her father was head of the Albuquerque VA hospital. She recalled riding horses on the VA grounds during her youth. She graduated from Marquette Medical School in 1950 -one of eight females in a class of 92 medical students. Dr. McDonald trained in California completing her radiology residency at the VA Hospital in San Francisco, California. She then completed one year of additional training at Children's Hospital in San Francisco. Dr. McDonald was an Assistant Professor of Radiology at UNM from 1973 until 1980. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, March 18, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Her urn will be interred in Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Edinburgh, Scotland. Dr. McDonald is remembered as a sensitive, caring, and dedicated individual. Please visit our online guestbook for Dr. McDonald at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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MILLER, LEDA JOY Age 55, was born on October 18, 1957 in Chicago, IL. Leda was a talented florist, Calla Lily enthusiast, cat and dog lover, music lover, and an avid reader. She was a caring and loving mother, daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, grandma, and friend. Beloved daughter of Helayne and Sanford Abrams of Albuquerque; sisters Ilyse Abrams (Seattle) and Lenore DeSpain (Lakeport, CA). Leda is also survived by her loving sons Jayson, Donald and Nicholas of Albuquerque; nephew Nathan DeSpain of Lakeport, CA; and numerous loving friends. Please send gift donations to Barrett House (the Barrett Foundation) or an animal association of your choice.
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MONTOYA, PRISCILLA A. Age 68, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013. She was born in San Antonio, New Mexico on May 15, 1944, to Valente Aguilar and Inez Reed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul T. Montoya Jr; brothers, Lorenzo and George Aguilar. Priscilla is survived by her children, Gilbert Montoya and his wife Beckie, Felicity Chavez and her husband Edward Jr.; grandchildren, Marissa, Anthony and Miguel; special daughter, Tara Montoya; brothers, Pablo Aguilar and his wife Canda, Luis Aguilar and his wife Joyce; sister, Lupe Montoya, cousin, Ralph Villalobos; many nieces, nephews and friends. Priscilla was known for making sure everyone was taken care of. Priscilla will be greatly missed. Services will take place at St. Edwin Catholic Church at 10:00am on Friday, March 15, 2013. Inurnment will follow at San Antonio Cemetery in San Antonio, NM. 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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NUANES, ROMOLO RICHARD age 69, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away on March 11, 2013. Mr. Nuanes is survived by beloved wife of forty three years, Gloria; his son, Richard V. Nuanes and his wife, Desiree; grandchildren, Andrew Gutierrez, Richard Elias Nuanes, and Vincent Jacob Nuanes; father,, Romolo V. Nuanes; sisters, Lucille Nuanes and husband, John Waskiewicz, and Joan Nuanes and Dennis Schneider; nieces and nephew, Tamara, Brian and Diana; great-nephew and nieces, Chad, Ashely, and Victoria; great-great-grandnephew and niece, Bella and Niko; aunts, Ann Lucero and Carmen Hauser; and many extended family members. Mr. Nuanes was preceded in death my his mother, Susan Nuanes. Mr. Nuanes was a member of the Catholic Church, a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving on the USS Constellation, during the Vietnam Era and was retired from the City of Albuquerque, Human Resources Department. Visitation will be Friday, March 15, 2013 at Santuario de San Martin Catholic Church, 8321 Camino San Martin SW, from 7:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:30 p.m. Final visitation will be Saturday, March 16, 2013 at the Church from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dennis Schneider, John Waskiewicz, Brian Smith, Chad Smith, Andrew Gutierrez, and Steve Padilla. Honorary pallbearers will be Ricky Nuanes, Vincent Nuanes, Eli Padilla, Albert Padilla, Frank Padilla, and Gabriel Padilla. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1893, Memphis, TN 38101. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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O'LEARY, JAMES adventurer, educator, realtor, resident of Albuquerque since 1965, passed away peacefully March 8, 2013, in his Albuquerque home. Jim was born on October 28, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois and moved to Rockford, Illinois, where he attended St. Peter's Grade School and St. Thomas High School. Jim received a BA and MA from the University of Notre Dame. He married Marilyn Cacciatore in 1962 and moved to Albuquerque in 1965, where he taught in public and private schools, including the University of Albuquerque and Sandia Girls' School (Sandia Prep.) before becoming a realtor. He received a liver transplant in 1993 and became a passionate advocate for organ donation. Jim was devoted to his family, Jim O'Leary (Gina Simon) of Albuquerque and Charlie O'Leary (Lily) of Santa Fe; and his grandson, Shamus O'Leary. Jim is also survived by his brother George O'Leary (Kay) of Rockford, IL; sister Trish O'Leary (Howard Treet) of Orange, CT; and Marilyn's sibling Helen Reilly and John Cacciatore (Nancy Kozikowski) of Albuquerque, and Charles Cacciatore (Teresa Leon Varela) of San Rafael, CA. Jim's sister, Kathleen Rydstrom, of St. Petersburg, FL, predecease him. A memorial service will be held at the Open Space Visitor's Center, 6500 Coors Road NW, Saturday March 23, 2013 at 3:00 pm. See the website www.dsg-art.com/Jim for directions and parking instructions. Contact: John Cacciatore 505-349-8779.
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PAPAFRANGOS, OLYMPIA S. (BIA) Olympia died March 7, 2013 at the age of 88. She was born Olympia Striggles in Des Moines, IA to Greek immigrants Demos and Georgia (Alexandropoulos) Striggles. Bia was a singer and a pianist before marrying her husband, S. Charles Papafrangos in 1951. She and Charlie settled in Okmulgee, OK where they lived together for 50 years, raising their three children and managing the Belmont Hotel and Bishop's Restaurant. Bia acted as accountant for both businesses as well as for the Coca Cola Company in Okmulgee and in Tulsa. She was a longtime member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Tulsa, and was an active member of the Okmulgee Service League and Wednesday Morning Music Club. Much of her life was devoted to supporting her children in civic and school organizations. Bia was companion, partner, and devoted caregiver for her husband until his death in 2001. She continued her love of music and support of her children for many years after that. She passed away at the home of her daughter in Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband S. Charles Papafrangos and her son Charles S. Papafrangos, as well as nephew Phillip Striggles, brother Ted Striggles and sister Dolly Preftakes. She is survived by her sister Anne Pappageorge of Copperopolis, CA; son Ted Papafrangos of Norman, OK; her daughter Elaine Papafrangos; son-in-law Lou Trost; and grandchildren Alexandra, Gregory, and Laura Trost; all of Albuquerque, NM. Bia and her family are especially grateful for the support of her many friends and caregivers, including Mike Miller, Craig Brydges and Felicia Barron in Okmulgee and Lupe Astorga Ana Lozoya in Albuquerque. Services are planned in Okmulgee for early this week. Please check the website mcclendon-winters.com or call 918-756-1677 for the completed arrangements. Arrangements are being made through McClendon-Winters Funeral Home. Condolences may be made at: mcclendon-winters.com
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PERRY, DANIEL ROY After a courageous two-year battle with lung cancer, Daniel Roy Perry returned to heaven on 9 March 2013. He now sees God face to face. In this life, he was a most devoted husband, loving father, playful grandfather, loyal friend, and patriot. He was 73 years old. A native New Mexican, Dan grew up in Ft. Sumner and Albuquerque. He attended New Mexico State University and upon graduation in 1962 was commissioned a US Army officer in the Military Police Corps. He served his country for 27 years as a Cold War and Vietnam warrior, retiring in 1989 at the rank of Colonel. While at NMSU he met and married the love of his life, Irene Caranta of Monero, New Mexico. The couple moved 23 times during Dan's service. His most prestigious assignment came when, as a Captain, he commanded the United States Army Europe Honor Guard. During this assignment he had the privilege of providing official honors for French President Charles DeGaulle and US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. Dan and Irene eventually settled in San Antonio where Dan had previously been stationed at Ft. Sam Houston with Fifth Army. After his military retirement, he attended St. Mary's University for a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Dan worked at Genesis Counseling Center for eight years before enjoying a second retirement. For most of his married life Dan and Irene served in the ministry of World Wide Marriage Encounter (WWME). They gave retreats to married couples for more than twenty-seven years, helping them to understand that love is a decision rather than a feeling, a true act of the will. In 1984, they helped formalize World Marriage Day and were instrumental in locating the longest married couple in the United States. In 1997, they helped organize the WWME convention in San Antonio. Both Dan and Irene were Lay Eucharistic Ministers and active members of St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church in San Antonio. The couple also actively served in the Church's Retrouvaille movement. In August of 2012 they joyfully celebrated fifty years of marriage. At the reception, Dan still joked with friends and family that if Irene ever left him, he would be sure to follow her. By God's grace he shared his fantastic gift of humor with well-wishers up until he died. Dan is survived by Irene. His son Alan, daughter-in-law Catherine and granddaughters Olivia and Anna live in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. His daughter Cindy Kazala, son-in-law Richard, and grandsons Martin and Daniel reside in San Antonio. The family will receive friends at St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church on Thursday, 14 March 2013 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. VIGIL AND ROSARY THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2013 7:00 P.M. ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH 1602 THOUSAND OAKS MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2013 7:45 A.M. ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH Babysitting will be provided for both Thursday and Friday services. Burial will follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery at 9:30 a.m. Dan will be accorded full military honors. You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.porterloring.com Arrangements with PORTER LORING MORTUARY NORTH 2102 NORTH LOOP 1604 EAST SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232 (210) 495-8221
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ROGERS, RICHARD H. age 84, passed away on March 5, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Nov. 19, 1928 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He is survived by six children; 13 grandchildren; and seven great- grandchildren. A memorial will be held for him at Oasis Family Church on 4/5/13 at 10:00am and he will be laid to rest at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00pm.
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SHOCK, JOHN E. age 80, of Albuquerque, died on Monday, March 11, 2013. John was born on October 24, 1932 in Bloomfield, Ohio. John proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict where he received a Purple Heart and retired after serving his country for 27 years. He is survived by children, Johnny, Brenda (Willy), Diana, Roger, Randy (Andera), Donella, Mary Ann (Greg), Christina, Delores, Elizabeth and Beverly and her three children. He was preceded in death by parents; his wife Helen; infant daughter Loriana; great-granddaughter Delihah; great-grandson Tracy; son-in-law Joe Houston. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 9:45am on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Santa Fe, NM. Visitation with the family will be from 5:00 to 7:00 pm with a prayer service to follow on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at Salazar and Sons Mortuary. Please visit John's on line quest book at www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400-3rd St. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-247-4124
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WIMBERLEY, HAROLD KIRKLAND Age 88, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013. He was born in Desdemonia, TX on October 20, 1924, to James and Earnest Kirkland Monroe. The colonel was a command pilot with more than 6,000 hours flying time and was the holder of the Distinguished Flying Cross with cluster. He flew 100 combat missions in Korea and 234 combat missions in Southeast Asia, with 42 of those missions over North Vietnam. A native of New Mexico, the colonel's military career began in 1943. He was commissioned through the aviation cadet program in June 1944. He left the Army Air Force in 1946 and obtained a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from the University of New Mexico. Recalled to active duty in 1951, he flew with the 18th Tactical Fighter Wing in Korea. Following a two year tour of duty with the Air Defense Command at Niagara Falls, N.Y., he was assigned to the Research and Development Command (R&D) at Wright Patterson AFB in 1954. Since that time most of his career has been associated with research and development of fighter aircraft. He is a graduate of the experimental test pilot school, the Command and Staff College, the Industrial College for the Armed Forces and completed his master degree in R&D Management at the University of Southern California, in 1966. Prior to coming to Kadena, Wimberley was the chief of the Drone Management Group, Directorate of Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare, Deputy Chief of Staff for Research and Development. He was married to the former Eleanor Nunn from Deming, N.M. The Wimberley's have two sons, Kirk and Jim; two daughters, Carol Ann and Diane; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Wyoming Chapel, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque NM at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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ZAMORA, ABEL ALBERT Abel was born July 4, 1926 in Albuquerque, NM and passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Abel and Beatrice Zamora and sister, Mercedes Archibeque. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Joyce; his sister, Kate (Epifanio) Mares; his children, Michael (Deborah) Zamora and Mary (Berwyn) Brown; and 14 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Abel served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was employed with the U.S. Forest Service for over 30 years and then with Black Hills Aviation in Alamogordo, NM, where he resided for over 40 years. He was a devout Christian and served as a Deacon for the Seventh Day Adventist Church. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 15, 2013 at 11:00 am at FRENCH - Wyoming. Private burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Abel's memory to the National VFW at www.VFW.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Abel at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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