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ALEXANDER, JOHN S. 97, passed away peacefully on December 1st, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Josephine, children Paul, Sandra and Mark, seven grandchildren & nine great- grandchildren. John had a great sense of humor and was an awesome husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather & friend who will be greatly missed. Family & friends are planning a private celebration of his wonderful journey through this life.
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BAZAN, MOLLY age 66, was born July 10, 1946 and passed away December 5, 2013 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born In Albuquerque, NM on April 20, 1961. For service date and time, please visit Molly's online obituary and guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com Arrangements entrusted to Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque, 505-764-9663
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BECENTI, LUCAS Born December 18, 1948 , passed away December 4, 2013, two weeks shy of his 65th birthday. He was a resident of Albuquerque since 1958. He is preceded in death by his parents Ned and Edith Becenti and sister Georgene. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Kathleen (Kay); his daughter June Salas and her husband Robert; grandchildren Pfc Jacob Salas USMC; twins Rachel and Joseph Salas; brothers Michael; Roberson and his wife Frances; Nadine Tsabetsaye and her husband Gary; and nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Sandia High School in 1966. After high school, he joined the United States Marine Corps. in 1967. In April of 1968 he was wounded in the Vietnam War. He was medically retired in October 1968 as a Lance Corporal. He received the Bronze Star with Combat V; the Purple Heart; Vietnam Service Medal; Vietnam Campaign Medal; National Defense Service Medal; the Rifle Sharp Shooter Badge and the Good Conduct Medal. He was a graduate of the University of Albuquerque in 1983, with a bachelors in Fine Arts. He was an avid drag racer of his 1970 Misjudged GTO. Where he won several championships. He also loved fishing and spending time with his family. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Lucas's honor to Vietnam Veterans of America or The Wounded Warrior Project. Visitation will be held on December 10th, 2013 at 6:30pm to 8:00pm, at Daniels Family Funeral Services Wyoming Chapel. The Funeral Service will be on December 11th, 2013 at 11:00am at Daniels Family Funeral Services and the burial will 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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BERGET, DOROTHY MAE Dorothy Mae Berget, a resident of Albuquerque since 1960, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2013 at the age of 91. Dorothy was born in Chicago, IL and was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold; her daughter, Jeanne; her son, Ronald; and her granddaughter, Kirsten. Dorothy is survived by seven children; 14 grandchildren; and ten great- grandchildren. Dorothy served in the in the Women's Army Corp during World War II, and worked for Montgomery Ward in Winrock from its opening in 1961 until she retired in 1985. Dorothy was a member of the American Business Women Association and for 25 years volunteered at Presbyterian Hospital earning over 21,000 hours of service assisting in the gift shop and most notably, knitting handmade baby caps for newborns. She will be missed dearly by the many who loved her. Memorial Services for Dorothy will be held on Friday, December 13, 2013, 10:00 a.m., at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Road NE, Albuquerque with Pastor Don Wilson officiating. A reception will follow at the church and interment will take place in the afternoon at Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit our online guestbook for Dorothy at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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BOGAN, LEROY ROGER, PHD. Dr. Leroy Roger Bogan 85, a U.S. Army Veteran and longtime resident of Belen and Albuquerque, died December 1, 2013. He is survived by his sister, Darlene Caldwell, of San Diego; many nieces and nephews including Faye Armstrong of Lansing, MI, Sandra Martin of Aurora, IL, Richelle Caldwell of San Diego, CA, and Jessie Bogan of Wichita Falls, TX; as well as dear friends, Dr. Alyce Kennedy and Stephen Curl of Albuquerque, Ron and Bonnie Johnson of Albuquerque, Dr. Charlotte Jensen of Albuquerque, Bill Donovan of Rapid City, S.D., David Madrid of Albuquerque, and Dr. Khalil Johnson of New Haven, CT. He was preceded in death by nine brothers and one sister. Dr. Bogan was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church, where a memorial service was held Saturday, December 7th. Interment will take place on December 20th at 10:30 AM, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit the online guest book for Dr. Leroy Roger Bogan at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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BRITO, ADELINA JOSEPHINE Adelina Josephine Brito, infant daughter of Matthew and Stephanie Brito, joined the Angels in Heaven on Thursday, December 5th, 2013 surrounded by family. Made in the image of God, she smiled and laughed throughout her 11 months of life. She brought joy and happiness to everyone she came in contact with. In addition to her parents, she is survived by brother, Micah; and sister, Eva; maternal grandparents, Richard and Sandra Gerber; paternal grandparents, Art and Mary Lou Brito; and all aunties, uncles and cousins. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday, December 10th, 2013 at 9:30 am at St. Jude Thaddeus, 5712 Paradise Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. Mass will follow with Father John Daniel, presiding and Father Dennis Garcia and Father Chris Zugger as con-celebrants. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Donations can be made to the American Heart Association in memory of Adelina J. Brito. Adelina, we will love you forever, we will like you for always, as long as we are living, our baby you will be! You forever changed our lives! Please visit our online guestbook for Adelina at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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BROCK, MEL 1930-2013 Mel Brock, age 82, of Amarillo, died Friday, Dec. 6, 2013. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd., Amarillo, TX 79109. Mel was born Dec. 21, 1930, in Henrietta to Alvin and Ora Brock. He graduated from Plainview High School in 1948 and Texas Tech University in 1952. Mel married Jenelle Reynolds on June 1, 1952, in Stratford. He worked for Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque for 43 years including work at Pantex. They moved to Amarillo when he retired in 1995. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sons, Tim Brock and Barry Brock. Survivors include his wife, Jenelle; a daughter, Suzanne Hampton and husband Larry of Wheeler; a granddaughter, Megan Henderson and husband Hank of Lockney; four grandsons, Matt Hampton and wife Tara of Oklahoma City, OK, Andrew Hampton and wife Kelli of Wheeler, Jonathan Hampton and Collin Hampton, both of Wheeler; and six great-grandchildren, Cterling Price, Brock, Bryna and Bailey Henderson, and Braxton and Preston Hampton. The family will receive friends at the residence on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sign the online guestbook at www.boxwellbrothers.com
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BROWN, RALPH "WAYNE" Age 76, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2013 after a brief illness. He is survived by his step-daughter, Barbara Garcia; step-son, Albert E. Spisak; grandchildren, Danika Ann Nicole Spisak and Tessia Shawn Spisak; great-grandchild, Shane Ryder Cote; and sisters, Bonnie Caldwell, Evelyn Conn and Virginia Ballew. Wayne was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Ann F. Brown; parents, George Dewey Brown, Sr. and Bessie Estell Kuhn Brown Benson; step-father, Ray Benson; and brothers, Warren Brown and George D Brown, Jr. Wayne was born on January 21, 1937 in Marshall, MO, in Saline County. He served 20 years in the US Navy during the Korea and Vietnam Wars, receiving many commendations. Wayne worked for the State of NM for 15 years as a Building Maintenance Supervisor. He was life-long sports enthusiast and enjoyed competitive activities. Wayne was known as a handy-man and gardener, always willing to help with advice or care for a neighbor's needs. He was a husband, father, grandfather and friend to all who knew him and will be sorely missed. A Celebration of Wayne's Life will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2013, 10:00 am at French - University, with visitation one hour prior from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. Burial will follow with military honors at 1:30 pm at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Wayne at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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BULLOCK, MARY W. Age 65, passed away at her home on Friday, November 22, 2013. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, John Roger Bullock; her brother, Charles E. Woodrow, III; sister-in-law, Linda B. Woodrow; her nephew, Kenneth D. Woodrow and his wife, Jean; her two young nieces, Charlotte and Morgan Woodrow; and her beloved Whippets, Trapper and Kirk. Mary received her Bachelor of Arts in French Language from Auburn University. She recently retired as the Registrar for Continuing Education at the University of New Mexico. For many years, Mary was an active member and served in various positions in the Sandia Dog Obedience Club, the Rio Grande Kennel Club, and the Albuquerque Whippet Fanciers Association. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to: Muscular Dystrophy Association National Headquarters 3300 East Sunrise Drive Tucson, AZ 85718 Please visit Mary's online guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com Services entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 505-764-9663
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CORTEZ, ARNOLD J. Born August 31, 1942, passed away from this life to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the early hours of December 3, 2013, at his home. He was preceded in death by his father, Margo Cortez, and his mother Elizabeth. A native of Albuquerque, Arnold graduated from Valley High School in 1960 where he wrote a sports column for the Valley High School Legend newspaper. He went on to become a sportswriter for the Albuquerque Journal in the 1960s. He was an avid photographer in his early years and enjoyed several other hobbies throughout his life. Arnold had several careers ranging from law enforcement to sales to hotel security and management, but he will be most remembered as a loving, devoted husband and as a kind and wonderful father and grandfather. Arnold is survived by his ever-cherished wife ("My Honey") Donna Cortez, sister-in-law Crystal Stuck, daughter Bernadette Cortez, daughter Yvette Hickman and her husband Roy, son Paul Cortez and his wife Michelle, son William Hoskovec and his wife Shannon, grandchildren Jennifer and Carlos Rodriguez, Erik Hickman, Mar'lyna Bibb-Hoskovec, Alexander and Isabella Cortez, Khyren, Lliam, and Culbert Hoskovec, and great-grandchildren Anistacia Sanchez, Isaiah and Maria Rodriguez, and Olivia Hickman. He loved, and was loved, greatly, and he will be deeply missed. Memorial services will be held at the Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church located at 1801 Montano Rd. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico on Monday December 9, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
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CROUSE, CYNTHIA ANN Born November 15, 1951 in Auburn, NY, joined her mother, Beverly Gladwin, father Leon Isgar, and sister Lori Isgar on November 28, 2013. She is survived by her sisters (including step/in-laws) Susan, Debbie, Diane, Pam, Kimm, Vaughn, Karen, Lori, Geri, and Bonnie, as well as many nieces, nephews, friends and her loving husband of 37 years Richard; her son Rick and his wife Amanda, their daughter Samantha Grace. Anyone wishing to do something is encouraged to donate to the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.
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DEHERRERA, GABRIEL 5/5/94 - 12/8/10 In Loving Memory Another year, big G - and they say time heals all wounds but, I don't believe that is true. For no amount of time could ever heal the wound of losing you. Gabriel, please send your mom, dad and sister some love, they miss you so..... Rest in your eternal peace, my love. Your Loving Family
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DIETZ, WANDA G. Wanda G. Dietz, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2013. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Mike and Rosemary Dietz, Mitch and Charlene Dietz, Michelle and Del Helgeson; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law Wayne and Betty Garrard; sister and brother-in-law Barbara and Dana Hartshorn; sisters-at-heart Dixie Mummert and Kathy Johnson; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their gratitude to the nurses and staff at Presbyterian Hospital 5th Floor GAC and Kaseman Hospice for their exceptional care of Wanda and support to the family. Cremation has taken place; a celebration of life service will be held Saturday, January 11, 2014. Riverside Funeral Home was in charge of cremation, additional details will be available on their website, riversidefunerals.com
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FINE, MAXINE W. September 13, 1925 - November 21, 2013 In the year that Maxine Williamson Fine was born, Wyoming's Nellie Tayloe Ross became the nation's first female governor, The New Yorker magazine published its first issue, and Picasso painted "The Three Dancers." Like Nellie Tayloe Ross, Maxine knew how to be bold and effective-she got things done. Like The New Yorker, Maxine was smart and witty. And like Picasso, Maxine expressed herself through art. A native of Pryor, Oklahoma, Maxine also lived in Arkansas, Texas, and California before she settled in Albuquerque, New Mexico. By age 30, she was a divorcee using her secretarial skills at Sandia Laboratory to support two daughters under the age of four. In 1959, Maxine married Allan Fine, and the home she made for her family reflected her creativity and her passion for life. In time, her home was filled with her paintings and the works of friends and other New Mexico artists. Maxine's talent was acknowledged through the many art shows in which she was invited to participate, and one of her paintings was displayed at the Governor's Gallery in the state capitol. When Allan was diagnosed with cancer in 1990, Maxine took loving care of him throughout his surgery and treatment. When her mother, Stella, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease a few years later, Maxine made sure that Stella was well cared for and surrounded by beauty. When Allan's cancer returned in 1997, Maxine worked closely with the hospice staff to keep him comfortable. In 2008, after living in Albuquerque for more than 50 years, Maxine moved to Portland, Oregon, which is home to the second of her three daughters. As a child of the Great Depression, she loved having a penthouse apartment at Calaroga Retirement Community. When ill health forced Maxine to move to an assisted-living floor, she made fast friends with the caregivers because of her cheerfulness, her appreciation of their help, and her interest in their lives. Maxine died peacefully on November 21, 2013. She is survived by her daughters Mandy Fine of Albuquerque, JP Christy of Portland, and Lynne Laidlaw of Surrey, England. Her daughters loved her dearly and will miss her fiercely. Because New Mexico was the home closest to her heart, Maxine's daughters say goodbye with "Vaya con Dios." Maxine's daughters have had their own private memorial services.
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FISHER, CHARLES M. passed away Friday, November 29, 2013 from congestive heart failure. He was born on April 8, 1927 in East Orange, NJ. He is survived by his his wife of 33 years, Bettie; daughter Carrie McCann, 56; and son Miles, 48. He was preceded in death by his first wife Elizabeth (1997) and oldest son Paul (2009). Charlie will be remembered as a good and charismatic person who was generous and always made time to converse with people. He was an avid flea marketer, buying and selling at the NM State Fairgrounds since the 1960s. He traveled to Native American jewelry shows, repaired watches and clocks, and dealt in antiques. He worked at Sparton Technologies, and later, the New Mexico Engineering Research Institute until retiring in the 1980s. Charles was a proud member of the Armed Services, stationed in Panama towards the end of WWII until 1946. He was patriotic to the core and loved his country and fellow veterans. He regularly attended services at Hoffmantown Church and Calvary Chapel. There will be a memorial service on Saturday, December 14, 2:00pm, at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. In lieu of flowers Charles' family asks for donations to the Animal Humane Association.
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GIACCARDO, MARC ALAN Born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania on October 22, 1946 to Irene and Louis Giaccardo, was a beloved father, grandfather; husband, brother, uncle, and friend. Marc was taken from us too soon on November 24, 2013, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Pacharee; his daughters, Gina and Genevieve; his daughters' mother, and former wife, Felice Lucero; granddaughters, Cyrrene and Mavri; sister, Anita Geis; brothers, Edward and Kim; and nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Marc, a LEED-AP certified architect and AIA member, studied at Drexel University in Philadelphia; where his mentor, Louis Kahn, profoundly influenced him. He continued his studies at the University of New Mexico, earning his Master's degree in 1977. Marc practiced architecture in Albuquerque, independently and for firms Long and Waters, Barker/Bohl, and Van Gilbert Architects. His passion for sustainable design, technology, and natural materials manifested itself from the earliest of his works, including a first-place Reynolds Aluminum competition award for an innovative "green" Alaskan pipeline road design; the geodesic dome-based Gibbon Flight Cage at the Albuquerque Zoo; a passive solar print studio for El Cerro Graphics in Los Lunas; the Bliss House; and the NM Educators Federal Credit Union in the North Valley. In 1980, he designed the gondola, Jules Verne, for balloonist Maxie Anderson who along with Don Ida, attempted to fly around the world the following year. Marc was a founding member of the Albuquerque United Artists; an organization comprised of over 200 visual and performing artists, and served as its first president. His distinguished teaching career spanned four decades, beginning at the University of New Mexico (UNM) as a graduate teaching assistant to another mentor and dear family friend, Bob Cohlmeyer; and as an instructor at the Technical-Vocational Institute (TVI) in Albuquerque. He went on to hold Associate Professorships at The Catholic University of America (CUA) in Washington, DC; Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX; and the University of Texas (UTSA) in San Antonio, TX. While at CUA from 1985 to 1992, Marc was the founding director of the Computer Aided Design Lab Studio (CAD Lab), where students were introduced to early AutoCAD software and Mac computers. He was the Senior Editor for the 8th edition of Architectural Graphic Standards, which included a chapter on historic preservation for the first time. At Texas Tech from 1992 to 2004, he was President of the Faculty Senate, and Principal Design Architect for the Junction Campus master plan proposal that emphasized sustainable design principles. At UTSA from 2004 to 2009, Marc revamped the environmental systems courses and developed a junior level competition design studio, focused on sustainable design and technology. He authored and negotiated the proposal for the new Construction Science and Management degree program, and was appointed Director at its inception in 2008. The program successfully attained the status of the Department of Construction Science on March 1, 2013. Marc retired from teaching at the end of 2009, to develop his greatest project, Verdant Design-Build, LLC. This work was the culmination of his life-long pursuits: specializing in environmentally sustainable building design, passive and hybrid solar, and renewable, low energy materials; and applying the principles of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Regenerate. Loyal to his Pittsburgh roots, Marc was an avid Steelers fan, as well as a talented basketball player and all-around athlete. Marc's proclivity for reason, immense knowledge, steady guidance and sense of humor made him the best of fathers and teachers, and the truest of friends. We hold him close in our minds and hearts, with love and strength always. Services will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at Resurrection of The Lord Parish, 7990 W. Military Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78227. Visitation, 9:00-10:00 a.m.; followed by Mass, 10:00-11:00 a.m. A memorial service for Marc will be held in Albuquerque in the spring; details to come. For information, contact Genevieve Giaccardo, (505) 604-5023.
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GONZALES, EDWIN Edwin J. Gonzales born on January 6, 1946 died December 5, 2013. Survived by his wife Margaret of 44 years; two sons Mark and Patrick; one daughter Melinda and husband Ben Luna; grandchildren Heather, Marissa and Brandon; one brother Leroy and wife Barbara Gonzales; three sisters Lugie Baca, Grace and husband Frank Lerma; Lucy Melo and many nieces, nephews and friends. Edwin is preceded in death by his parents Maximiano and Isabelita Gonzales; two brothers Max and Robert and one sister Carmen. Visitations will take place Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at Garcia Chapel of Angels from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at St. Therese Church, 300 Mildred Ave. NW at 9:00 am. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Adam Gonzales, Lee Gonzales, Frank Lerma, Robert Baca, Jr., James Garcia and Martin Gilbert; Honorary Pallbearers Anthony Gonzales and Glenn Melo. To view 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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GUTIERREZ, JEREMIAH RICHARD Born on October 16, 2013 passed away on Friday December 7, 2013 in Albuquerque, NM. Our little angel blessed us for only a short while, but in that short time he touched all of our hearts with his strength and courage. He leaves behind his mother Jennifer, father Ben, his sisters Ashley and Reyann, his brother Isaiah and loving grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitations will be held on Monday, December 9, 2013 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm with a funeral service to follow at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Angels at Garcia Mortuary. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Presbyterian Hospital Foundation NICU. 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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GUTIERREZ, JESUS J. age 75, born in Chilili, NM, and a resident of Albuquerque, passed away December 3, 2013. Mr. Gutierrez is survived by his beloved wife, Nettie; daughters, Lorraine Marquez and husband, James, Joanne Lucero and husband, Frank; special friend to the family, Michael Patino; sister, Viviana Mora; brothers, Julian Gutierrez and wife, Virginia, Joe Gutierrez and wife, Sally, Pat Gutierrez and wife, Delfinia, and Henry Gutierrez; great aunt, Eleanor Belew and husband, Donald Jr.; grandchildren, Mathew A. Otero, Tyler James Marquez, Frank E. Lucero and wife, Brittany; great-grandson, Isaac D. Lucero; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Gutierrez was preceded in death by his parents, Vivian and Lucinda Gutierrez; grandson, Brandon James Marquez; and sister, Trini Lopez. He was a wonderful husband, who cared for his precious wife until the very end and was the best father his daughters could ever ask for. The loves of his life were his entire family, cherishing all the time spent with them always being loving, supportive and was very caring. He also had many talents and loved his football. Jesus was proud to be our family patriarch and has left a lifetime of beautiful memories and will forever be in our hearts and will be missed greatly. Love always. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 10, 2013 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m., Deacon Pablo LeFebre, 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 (505) 243-7861
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HANSEN, WILLIAM V. William Vance (Bill) Hansen, Major, USAF (Ret.) (Korea and Vietnam Veteran) Age 85, joined his lovely wife Illene. Bill Hansen, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, passed away after a battle with cancer. Bill is survived by his two daughters: Michelle Runyan and her husband Damon of Albuquerque; and Chris Black and her husband Brian of Syracuse, NY. He is also survived by his sister Helen, of Algona, WA; Bill had five grandchildren: Kristine Peabody and husband Dave; Michael Runyan, Matthew Black, Ryan Black, and Kevin Black; He also has two great- grandchildren: Amanda and Kyle Peabody. Bill was also very close to his sister-in-law Marlene Hubbard and her son Kent, his wife Donna, and their daughter Masha, of Houston, TX. Bill retired from the United States Air Force after 20 years of a heroic service. As an enlisted crew member in the B-29 Superfortress, Bill was shot down over North Korea and spent over a year in a prisoner-of-war camp. Upon his release at the end of the war, he returned and was offered the opportunity to become an officer and graduated Officer Candidate School in 1955. As an aviation navigator, he flew missions over the Pacific in the B-47 Stratojet and B-52 Stratofortress. Later, he was a successful weapon systems officer in the RF-4C Phantom II until his retirement in August 1970. During his service, Bill earned and was awarded the Air Medal and the Purple Heart. Bill then began his second career as an Air Traffic Controller for 22 years, entirely with the FAA Center at Louisiana and Paseo Del Norte, retiring in 1992. He was also constantly at Illene's side during her final months. Bill will be remembered by those that knew and loved him as a polished golfer who shot is age at least 50% of the time, a devotee of remote controlled aircraft, and an accomplished skier. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial will be held by the family. A donation in Bill's name may be made to the New Mexico Veteran's Integration Center at: (www.nmvic.org), 13032 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123. Bill's care has been entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services Wyoming Chapel. To view information or to 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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HANSEN, HARRY L. Harry L. Hansen, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away at home on December 3, 2013 at the age of 92. He served four years in the US Coast Guard during WWII. Harry was a graduate of University of Michigan where he majored in music and received his Masters at UNM. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church where he enjoyed a time as choir director. Harry taught orchestra in APS for 32 years; was a member of the Albuquerque Symphony, playing for six years under Yusumi Takeda. He was a member of Rio Grande Jazz Society, "jamming" with his friends. He belonged to Rio Grande Model Yacht Club where he enjoyed sailing his remote controlled model yacht until his eyesight failed, then he just went to support his friends at Tingly Pond. Harry's many interests and hobbies were golf, woodworking, and sailing the lakes of New Mexico. Harry wanted every child to have music in their lives. He loaned many a student an instrument and donated instruments to APS and the Youth Symphony. It gave him great pleasure to know he might have enabled a student to play. Music was his life. Surely there will be a heavenly orchestra for him to join. Harry was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Grace E. Hansen. He is survived by children, David Hansen of Houston, TX, Peter (Gwen) Hansen of Vista, CA, Suzanne Hansen of El Cajon, CA; stepchildren, Floyd Highfill of Las Cruses, NM, Grace Riggs of Chicago, IL, Reba (Richard) Renner of Pont Ludlow, WA. Among his other survivors are ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A memorial will be held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 1:30pm. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations in his name be made to the Rio Grande Jazz Society or St. Paul's Lutheran Church to support their scholarship programs. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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HAWKINS, PAUL MADISON age 33, long-time Albuquerque resident died Monday, December 2, 2013 from an extended illness. He was born April 4, 1980. He is survived by his children, Alex Hawkins (14) and Mary Jane Hawkins (10); his parents, James L. Hawkins, Jr. and Linda Cottrill Hawkins; his brother, Brian Hawkins; grandfather, Richard M. Cottrill, and extended family. He is also survived by his best friend of 30 years, Eric Soto. Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Rhonda Carter Dahl Hawkins; grandparents, Zona Betty Cottrill, Jean Schweitzer Hawkins, and James L. Hawkins, Sr. He was a journeyman plumber and pipefitter. In peace, he will be missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place. The immediate family will hold a private burial service. A memorial service will be scheduled for the future. Please visit his extended obituary at www.riversidefunerals.com RIVERSIDE 225 San Mateo, NE (505) 764-9663
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HOTELLING, BENJAMIN RAY Age 31, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2013. 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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JAUREGUIBERRY, PAT Pat J. Jaureguiberry, age 66, passed away after a sudden illness on December 3, 2013 in Albuquerque, NM. The cremation and memorial services are pending.
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KEAR, ELSIE Born in 1919 of Northern Italian emigrant parents, her first language, culture, and name was Italian. Elsie later shared her Italian heritage with her husband and her children. As a nursing student, she served in the US Cadet Nurse Corps during WWII. When she graduated from Massachusetts Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in 1946, Elsie began a 45 year career dedicated to helping others. Her areas of expertise included surgical nurse, obstetrics, premature infants, school nurse, hospital patients, ski patrol, international flight nurse, home hospice nursing, and flu shots. Elsie, the adventuress, traveled alone across the continent to begin her nursing career at Scripps La Jolla. She was amazed to see oranges actually growing on trees! During a rooftop sunbathing session, the nurses were astonished to experience their first earthquake! Elsie met and married Don Kear, a young sailor home on leave from the first (1947-1948) around-the-world cruise aboard the aircraft carrier USS Valley Forge. This began a 30 year US Navy career / marriage of exciting travel and constant moves. Elsie relished each duty station. In Adak, Alaska in the Aleutian Island Chain, Elsie collected and labeled wildflowers found hidden in the tundra. She cut whale vertebrae from washed-ashore carcasses for lamp bases. In Albuquerque, Elsie learned to snow ski at age 50. With her RN and expert black-diamond skiing skills, she was hired to rescue injured skiers as "ski patrol". Elsie combined her love of travel with nursing, traveling to the former USSR, Africa, China, and Japan to study surgery, alternative medicines, hospitals, and nursing. Elsie became an avid gardener in Albuquerque with over 25 rose bushes in her yard. An institution at the Albuquerque Garden Center, she put on symposia for the State Garden Clubs, earned her "Life Judge" credentials for the state fair, became a state certified "master gardener" and helped all her neighbors with pests, plants, and problems in the garden. Learning to paint in both oil and watercolors, Elsie preferred flowers as her subject of over 100 completed paintings. Elsie and her husband both loved music and dancing, going out on the boat, fishing (Elsie always caught the first or the biggest - much to Don's chagrin), camping in their RV, bowling, & passing on the activities they loved to their children Randy (Seattle) & Valerie (San Diego, CA). Elsie Kear will be remembered for her infectious laugh, blue eyes, big smile, friendliness, love of people, cheerful happy personality, plaid suits with matching hats, and energetic love of life. Funeral service will be held December 9th at French Mortuary on Wyoming at 10:00am. Elsie will be laid to rest with Don, her loving husband of 47 years, in the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30pm.
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KNAUBER, DEBBIE M. Age 55, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, November 28, 2013. She is survived by her spouse, Lee Knauber; her daughter, Catie M. Knauber; her siblings, Jean M. Conner and husband, Roy, Michael Lewis, Linda Olson and husband, Craig, David Lewis and wife, Kay Schumacher, Stephen Lewis and many other family and friends. Mrs. Knauber was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Evelyn Lewis and her sister, Grace Anne Lewis. She was an employee of Enchantment Jewelry for many years. The family is planning a private memorial for Debbie. Please visit our online guest book for Debbie at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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KNIGHT, DORIS Age 90 years old, a resident of Albuquerque for over 25 years, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, 2013 after suffering a stroke. She was born in 1923 in New Effington, SD to Orlie and Velma Holland. Doris was the second oldest of six children. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Walter Knight, who was the love of her life; and one brother, Orlie Holland, Jr. Doris is survived by four sisters, Mae Lovelace, Lois Amsden, Janis Banchero and husband, Don, and Joan Jacoby and husband, Bill; and many nieces and nephews. Although Doris never had children of her own, she was very close to her many nieces and nephews. Doris grew up during the Depression and World War II. She graduated valedictorian of her high school class. After graduation, she, like so many young girls, worked at jobs normally held by men, who were off fighting in the war. She went to Washington DC and trained as a "computer operator." Doris was a long time member of Faith Lutheran Church, an active supporter of the Shrine Children's Hospital, Daughters of the Nile, and the Honored Ladies Shriners' Widows Group. She was a fun-loving lady who enjoyed entertaining (especially at Christmas time), and a marvelous cook. She loved to decorate her home, and truly enjoyed having the family over on Christmas day for a wonderful dinner. Cremation has taken place and family graveside services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Doris' memory to the Shriners Hospital for Children, c/o Ballut Abyad Shrine, 6600 Zuni SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Doris at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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LEE, BENJAMIN THOMAS Age 28, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2013. 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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MACIAS, LIBRADA "LIBBY" Libby lived a life of faith, peace, and moderation: April 21, 1914 - December 1, 2013. She was gentle, kind, and full of grace. She was a life-long devout Catholic. A naturalized citizen of the United States, Libby was a 10th generation descendant of one of the founding families of the colonial city of Aguascalientes in the state of Aguascalientes, Mexico. She was born on April 21, 1914 in Aguascalientes and immigrated to the United States in November 1916. Libby's parents, her husband, all of her siblings, a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and all of her close friends preceded her in death. Survivors include sons, Robert and his wife, Betty of Amelia Island, FL and Richard and his wife, Pat of Chico, CA; daughter, Virginia of Albuquerque; sister, Josephine, CDP of Leavenworth, KS; granddaughter, Kate of the Netherlands; grandson, AJ and his spouse, Justin of Albuquerque; and great-granddaughter, Eva of the Netherlands. Libby's family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the dedicated staff of Bee Hive Assisted Living of Taylor Ranch and Heartland Hospice for the exceptional care Libby received. Services for Libby have taken place. Please visit our online guestbook for Libby at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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MAES, LUPE Mrs. Lupe Maes, age 86, died on Thursday, December 5th. Mrs. Lupe Maes was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel E. Maes, and grandchildren, Corine and Eric Jones. She is survived by her sons, Anthony Maes (Carolyn), Michael Trujillo (Shirley), and Max S. Maes; daughters, Theresa Lovato (Steve), Annabelle Suazo, Rosella Pineda, and Patricia Lovato (Dennis); 22 grandchildren; great-grandchildren, Jason, Angelo (Audrey), Stephanie, Mia, Maxine, Karen (Matt), Michael, Justin, Elaine (Ramon), Leslie (Mark), Chris (Yolanda), Isaac, and Joshua. She was a devoted Catholic, loved to shop; do yardwork; eating out; and reading. A Viewing will be Monday 3:00-5:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary (400 Third St. SW). A Rosary will be Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Life Celebration Mass will be Tuesday 10:00 am at Holy Family with Burial following at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:45 p.m. Pallbearers will be Jason Maes, Christopher Lovato, Angelo Lovato, Michael Pineda, Isaac Trujillo, and Andrew Sena. Please visit Lupe Maes online guestbook at www.SalazarMortuary.com SALAZAR MORTUARY 400 Third Street SW 242-1133
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MCFETRIDGE, WILLIAM T. Age 91, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2013. 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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MILLS, LAMONT Age 73, died Monday, December 2, 2013. He is survived by his wife; Loretta Mills, daughter; Michele Mills, and sister; Lois Mills. He will be remembered for his humor, giving spirit, and talkative nature. A Celebration of Life service will be Tuesday, December 10, 10:00 a.m. at Celebrate Wesleyan Church, 12417 Constitution Ave. NE. Please visit our online guest book for LaMont at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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MOEHN, BARBARA GAYE Age 53, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, November 28, 2013. She is survived by her husband, Jeff Moehn, her children, Amanda Sweetman, Richard Moehn and Brett Moehn and her granddaughter Emily. Barbara is also survived by her sisters, Merry Mata and Tracy Agiovlasitis as well as many other family and friends. Mrs. Moehn was preceded in death by her parents Kip and Nikki Benton. Barbara was an active member of the Presbyterian Church. A graduate of Grants High School, Barbara was in the Air Force ROTC. She was a gifted and adventurous person working as a Lumberjack, panned for gold and was a computer engineer, working at UNM Law School and Bernalillo County and also studied ballet. Barbara had a passion for art and was very creative. A loving wife and mother, she will be dearly missed. A celebration of life for Barbara will be Sunday, December 15, 2013, 2:00 pm at French - Lomas Chapel. Please visit our online guest book for Barbara at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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MORGAN, JOHNNY Johnny Morgan, age 79, on December 1st went home to be with his Lord. Johnny is survived by his wife of 55 yrs, Jo Morgan; their children Alice Beilman and Willy Morgan; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on December 14th, at 1:00pm, at the Heritage Christian Fellowship, 11104 Menaul Blvd. NE.
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PADILLA, RUTH CORDOVA It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, Ruth Cordova Padilla who passed away December 4, 2013 at the age of 82. Ruth is survived by her loving and always attentive husband of sixty-four years, her high school sweetheart, Sosimo Padilla; her children, Veronica Padilla Prager and husband, Stuart, Phyllis Padilla Owens and husband, Norman, and John Padilla and wife, SuzAnne. She is also survived by the absolute pride of her life, her grandchildren, Adam Sanchez, Aaron Prager and wife, Elena, Matthew Padilla and wife, Katie, Maria Milder and husband, Robert, and Karli La Cour; and by her precious great-grand daughters, Shannon and Patricia; and great-grandson, Damion. Also left to mourn are siblings, Angelina Clark, Frank Cordova, Raoul Cordova, J.D. Cordova, Art Cordova, Edna Otero, David Cordova, and Ginger Gomez; sisters-in-law, Betty Segura and Martha Abila; her special aunt Mary Torres and husband, Lawrence and their families. Greeting her in heaven are her parents, Arturo and Viviana Cordova; brothers Michael, Vivian, and Nick; and her beloved daughter-in-law Patricia. Mom served on the Board of Educational Finance for the State of NM and had a passion for family genealogy. Mom will always be remembered for her unconditional love and quiet generosity, her grace and beauty, and her constant love for her family and her countless friends. Visitation will be Sunday, December 8, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 309 Stover SW with a Rosary to be recited at 2:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Monday, December 9, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Father Clarence Maes, presider. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be her beloved grandchildren, Adam, Aaron, Matthew, Maria, Karli and Damion. 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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PHILLIPS, SARAH E. Passed away on December 3, 2013 after a short illness. Sarah was born in Waukegan, IL to Julia and George Gagosian, and served in the Army as a nurse taking care of servicemen returning from WWII. She moved with her family to New Mexico in 1960 and retired as a civilian employee from Kirtland AFB in 1986. She is survived by her five children, Marie Brumbaugh of Seattle, WA, Robert Westvang and wife, Saundra of Everett, WA, Kim Westvang and his partner, Nancy Giannini, Debby Phillips and husband, Frank Bagnato, and Patricia Phillips and husband, Michael Braman, all of Albuquerque. Sarah has seven grandchildren, Joseph, Jeremy, Robbie, Bobbie, Katie, Brittany, and Alex and five great-grandchildren. Our dear "Moo" was the cement that bound the family together over many years and many miles, and she will be missed by all. A Prayer Vigil will be held Monday, December 9, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. A Committal Service will follow, 2:15 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Sarah at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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POORMAN, RIMA A. Age 72, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, December 2, 2013. She is survived by her son, Leif Poorman of Charlottesville, VA; sisters, Mary S. Willcox of Newark, DE and Laurie Mitchell and husband, Wayne of Newport, NC. She also leaves behind her nieces and nephews. Rima was preceded in death by her sister, Trudi Willcox Wood; her father, Oswin Burr Willcox; and mother, Thelma Rosemary Willcox. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Joy Junction. Please visit our online guest book for Rima at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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POWELL, LAURA 1919-2013 Laura Powell, age 94, a resident of Belen, NM since 1962, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 06, 2013. She was born in Spokane, WA on January 7, 1919 and was raised in Harlem, MT. Laura married LeRoy Powell in 1948 and together raised four children. She was a devoted housewife and a wonderful mother. Laura worked beside her husband first on the farm and then in the family business Powell Landscaping. She loved her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy; parents, Hans and Mabel Peterson; brother, Erling Peterson; an infant son and daughter. Laura is survived by her daughter, Charlene Moore and husband, Dorsey of Los Lunas; three sons, George Powell of Los Lunas, Victor Powell and Sharon of Albuquerque and Ernest Powell and wife, LaDonna of Corpus Christi, TX; four loving grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; numerous loving step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; sister, Blanche Jobes of Chehalis, WA; niece, Karen Harrison and nephew, Jerry Jobes Jr. All services will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, on Monday, December 9, beginning with a Viewing at 12:30 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andy Powell, JT Hays, Gerald Chilimidos, Jarred Chilimidos, Clay Cox and Chuck George. Honorary Pallbearers will be Terry and John Moore. Sign Laura's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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ROSEBERRY, EVELYN B. 1932 - 2013 Evelyn Roseberry, age 81, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2013, after a long illness. She was currently living in Oahu, Hawaii with her daughters, Dawn Roseberry & Judae Velasquez, husband Joe. She is also survived by son Buster Roseberry, wife Ceci; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends. Evelyn was preceded in death by parents, Lito and Elisabeth Baros, 1 son, Richard L. Shelton, 2 sisters, Hazel Slater and Leona Hoffines. She deeply loved her family and will be sorely missed. Cremation has already taken place. Her cremains will remain in Oahu until an undetermined date.
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SACCO, SUZANNE born November 29, 1932 in Chicago, IL. Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Great-Great Grandmother Suzanne Heard Sacco succumbed to a three-year battle with cancer on Dec 2, 2013. Suzanne (or as many knew her, "Momma Sacco") was preceded in death by her late husband Frank Sacco; and is survived by sons Steve Sacco and wife Linda Petri, Stacy Sacco and wife Dorothy Stermer, and Stewart Sacco; daughter Sally Sacco and husband Greg Dorr (all residents of Albuquerque), and step-daughters Carol Stewart and husband David Stewart, and Jean Gleim and husband Robert Gleim (whom reside in California); grandchildren Andrea Butler, Leyla Young and husband Tyler Young, and Aaron Sacco; step-grandchildren Denise Stewart McDonough, Pamela Gleim Binns, Suzanne Gleim Jones, James Gleim, David Gleim, Sandra Dorr and Samantha Dorr; and numerous great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, in-laws, nieces and nephews. Sue and Frank moved to Albuquerque NM in 1965, and started a successful automotive repair business, Sacco Automotive in 1972, which is currently run by their son Steve Sacco. Besides being a bookkeeper for the business, she volunteered for many different organizations over the past 48 years and she will always be remembered for her positive attitude, contagious smile, sincerity and big hugs. A Celebration of Life Service is planned for the morning of Saturday, January 11, 2014 (time to be determined), at the Albuquerque Center for Spiritual Living, 2801 Louisiana Blvd NE. Anyone wishing to give to her favorite community organization in lieu of flowers may make a donation in her memory to the Storehouse, Greater Albuquerque at www.thestorehouseabq.org. More info regarding services will be available on her Caring Bridge webpage at www.caringbridge.org/ visit/suesacco.
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SAMORA, FRANCINE SALAS Age 50, beloved wife, daughter, mother, sister, aunt, niece and cousin, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2013 at home. Francine was born in Gallup, NM on May 17, 1963 and lived in Albuquerque, NM most of her life. She graduated from Manzano High School in 1982. Francine worked in the health care industry for over 10 years at UNM hospital as a physical therapy technician. In 1998 she moved to Rio Rancho to take guardianship of her niece and nephew Alicia Marie and Gary Ray. She then went on to get her Associates degree in business from the International Institute of Americas, graduating in 2007, a great achievement for her to share with her family. She was an excellent mother to Gabrielle, her only child, born April 9th, 1992 and raised her to be a beautiful young independent woman. Francine enjoyed traveling with her family throughout her life. She visited places like London, Germany, Mexico, and most of the United States. In her later life, she got involved with Calvary Church and made many friends. She joined a bible study group and a singles group, where she went on many retreats and grew a strong relationship with God. In October 2013, she married Robert Samora and lead a happy life. Francine is survived by her husband Robert Samora of Rio Rancho, NM; her daughter Gabrielle K Lopez; parents Celestino and Frances G. Salas, all of Albuquerque, NM; her brother Hector A Salas and sister-in-law Maria Provini-Salas of Springfield, MA; her sister Catherine Salas Baransky and brother-in-law Roger Baransky of Manchester, NH; nephews Aaron N Salas and wife Rosie of Houston, TX, Gary R Gamertsfelder (NM), Christopher B Baransky, Tampa, FL, Dylan M Baransky of NH; niece Angela M Brown and husband Jerry of Fairbanks, AK; niece and goddaughter Alicia G Lovato and husband Lorenzo of Albuquerque, NM; great-nephews Dominic, Jordan and Pierce Salas, all of Houston, TX; great-nieces Adriana and Miranda Brown of Fairbanks, AK; along with many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who were so special to her. Francine was preceded in death by her sister Loretta Salas Gamertsfelder and husband Gary Roy; nieces Marilyn R Meloy Salas and Stephanie Lynn Salas. Rosary will be held Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at 9:00 am at the Garcia Chapel. Memorial Service to follow at 10:00 am. To view 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, JUAN The family of Mr. Juan Sanchez would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; to Father Gerry Steinmetz, Holy Family Catholic Church, presider of the Mass; to Deacon Eddie Blea for con celebrating Mass; to George Jaramillo for reciting the Rosary; to the Albuquerque Fire Retiree's Association; and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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SCHRAMM, MARK S., MD 12/10/56 - 3/29/12 To my brother It is hard to believe you are not here, leaving this world almost two years ago from the disease which you successfully treated so many people. Born in Albuquerque to the late Arnold and Charlotte Schramm, preceded by grandfather Eugene Schramm. Always knowing what you wanted in life and doing it well; graduating from UNM with a degree in Biomedical Engineering, going on to graduate from UNM Medical School and then moving to Virginia where you went to MCV in Richmond for Internal medicine. Specializing in cardiology, you studied at Utah and UTMB-Galveston as a Fellow in Cardiology. Returning to NM you practiced Cardiology in Farmington for many years. Moving back to the Albuquerque area, where in retirement, you enjoyed playing golf with your buddies, spending time with family, pursuing all your hobbies perfecting your Chocolate Chip Cookie - You are missed & as you always quoted, "Ars Longa Vita Brevis"
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HAWKINS, JESSE HAWKINS passed away in a tragic accident on December 4, 2013. Jesse is survived by his loving wife Dimitra, two daughters Melissa (husband Jullien Leleux) and Tracy (husband Michael Caudill and son Henry). He is also survived by his siblings Linda, Dan, Matthew, Arthur, Sally and Andrew, parents Arthur Hawkins III and Carolyn Goodell, and a large extended family. Jesse was a devoted, loving husband and father whose legacy will live on in his family. One of his most recent joys was spending time with his grandson Henry. Jesse was a true renaissance man who lived life to the fullest. He loved flying, sailing, cycling and connecting with nature. A fly fishing extraordinaire, Jesse took every opportunity to get to the river. He shared his many skills and passions with family, friends and the community. Jesse was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps who was dedicated to helping disabled active-duty and military veterans through Project Healing Waters. He was a Program Manager at Lockheed Martin Corporation where he will be remembered as a respected leader, teacher and mentor. Jesse touched the lives of everyone who knew him and will be deeply missed. Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 11am at Daniels Family Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Project Healing Waters or Wounded Warrior Project. "Fish on" Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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SOSA, DANIEL "HENRY" Our beloved Brother, Uncle, Great Uncle, and Great Great Uncle Henry, passed on to be with his devoted mother, Valentina, father, Alfonso Sosa, brother Frank, and sister, Alpha Quill. He was 71 years old. He was born in Albuquerque (Barelas), New Mexico, and grew up in the North Valley. The family was originally from Mora, New Mexico. He attended Valley High School where he excelled in sports. In football he held a record for 10-years for longest "run-back" to a touch down from scrimmage. He also excelled in track and baseball. He was a Golden Glove fighter. After high school, he joined the New Mexico Air National Guard for a short time and then enlisted into the US Army during the Vietnam Era where he became 100% disabled and was treated by the Albuquerque VA Medical Center for most of his life. He passed away at the VA Medical Center. Employees of the VA took very good care of his medical needs and were there for him during most of all his life. He lived independently and our Mother and he were very close-they took care of one another. She was basically responsible for getting his military disability. Everyone he met he befriended. He was especially close to Teddy, his dog. During the last three years he was cared for by Deanna Miller and Julia Serna, his Caregivers. He was the 4th eldest and is survived by his oldest brother, Luis "Louie" and significant other Virginia; brother, Thomas and wife Isabella; brother, John and wife Iris; brother, Ernesto "Ernie" and wife, Julia; his eldest sister, Roberta Tixier and his sister, Teresa Johnson and husband Steve; and an adopted niece, Rebecca "Becky" Ek and husband, Billy. Many endearing and special nieces and nephews who have responded recently about their interaction and memories of him; Susana Sosa and husband, Dan Nudener; Carmen Sosa-Fraser and husband, Bill; Elicia Sosa and significant other Viny Lester; Rolando Villarreal-Sosa and wife Leticia; Alfonso "Al" Sosa and wife Kimberly, Antoinette Squier and husband Bill, Christopher Sosa; Dorothy Sosa, John Sosa Jr. (deceased), step-nephew, Jenner Mc Dougall, Deborah Sosa, step-niece, Jennette Zochniak and husband Zennon, Dona Sosa, Tyla Sosa-Hagaer and husband Nathan, Roberta Sosa, his step-niece, Andriana Pownall and husband Enrique Sosa and wife Karen; Valery Romero, Jose Gutierrez III and wife Yvette, Alfonso Gutierrez and wife Phelisha; Julian Gutierrez and wife Marcella; William Sanchez, Patrick Atencio Jr and wife Carol, Gregory Gonzales and wife Jessica, John Gonzales and wife Kamryn, Stephanie Birch and husband Mike, Karen Gonzales (deceased), Heather Dietzel and husband Matthew, Noah Warner (deceased), Chelsea Warner, Madison Warner, Sidney Lopez and Thanddeaus Ek. As you can see, we are a large family and there are other children of nephews and nieces not noted, but he loved them and interacted with all of them. Two cousins that come to mind that grew-up as brothers to him and the family were Dan Sandoval and Bobby Martinez. As a niece recently stated, "He will be missed!" Mr. Sosa died December 5, 2013 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is preceded in death by his mother; Valentina and his father Alfonso Sosa; also his brother, Alfonso Carlos Sosa and sister, Alpha Quill. Mr. Sosa is survived by his siblings: Tom (Isabela), Luis (Virginia), John (Iris), Ernesto (Julia), Rebecca (Bill), Roberta, and Teresa (Steve). Henry's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Friday, December 13, 2013 in the Frank A. Salazar Chapel at Salazar Mortuary; followed by Life Celebration Service at 10a.m. Committal Service will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:45 p.m. also on Friday. Pallbearers will be Susana Sosa, Christopher Sosa, Dorothy Sosa, Valery Romero, Gregory Gonzales, and Chelsea Warner. Please visit Henry's online guestbook at www.SalazarMortuary.com. SALAZAR MORTUARY 400 Third Street SW 242-1133
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STREETER, ISAAC JAMES Age 6, a resident of Tijeras, NM, died December 4, 2013. He was born July 17, 2007, in Albuquerque, NM. He was a member of Holy Child Catholic Church in Tijeras, NM. In six short years, he has touched the lives of many. Isaac is survived by his parents Nicholas and Christina Streeter and siblings John, Paul, Mary, and Emma of Tijeras, NM; grandparents David and Debbie Streeter, of Carl Junction, MO, and Gary and Kathy Eck of Sarcoxie, MO; and godparents Wesley and Brooklyn Streeter. A Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Child Catholic Church in Tijeras, NM, on Wednesday, December 18, 2013, at 6:00 pm, celebrated by Father Mark Granito. Memorial contributions may be made to Casa Angelica, a home for developmentally disabled children run by the Canossian Daughters of Charity. Please visit our online guestbook for Isaac at www.FrenchFunerals.com.
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SWAN, AMANDA KITTY passed away December 3, 2013 at the age of 29. She was born on February 6, 1984, in Albuquerque, NM to Blanca Estella Ibarra and Robert Swan. She was preceded in death by her mother, grandmothers, Modesta Ibarra and Della Swan and grandfather Robert Swan Sr. She is survived by her brother, Harley Swan; and beloved boyfriend of 11 years, Nick Jackson; niece Vada Swan; as well as multiple aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Amanda was an amazingly funny and caring person who loved with her whole heart - She will be greatly missed. Memorial services will be held at the Moose Lodge at 2121 Edith Blvd NE on Monday, December 9th, at 6:00 p.m.
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TOWNE, MAURICE H. III Born January 16, 1948 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, son of Lt. Col. Maurice H. Towne Jr. and Georgia Reed Towne, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2013. Maurice and his family settled in Albuquerque where he attended Highland High School and the University of New Mexico. Maurice (Moe) was an avid sportsman, long term member of the NRA, and most enjoyed skiing, hunting, camping, and fishing. He also had a passion for history, as well as being very talented with his hands, spending hours building model ships and other intricate crafts. Maurice had several careers including sales management in the sporting goods field, workplace safety management, and for the last fifteen years of his life he worked as a para-legal, assisting in many important litigation cases. Maury was known as a courteous, conservative, and respectful friend and loyal neighbor who spent much of his free time in his later years assisting those in need. A Celebration of his life will be held Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at FRENCH - University. Friends are welcome to gather one hour prior to service. Please visit our online guest book for Maurice at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - UNIVERSITY 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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TUCKER, MICHAEL A. 1/25/91 - 12/7/12 Michael was a special love and joy in our lives and we aren't the same without him. We miss his beautiful smile, positive attitude and unique personality. Michael was called home to watch over us and to receive us as we pass on and are together again. We love you Michael. Your loving family. Please sign Michael's guestbook or share any special memories at: www.Riversidefunerals.com, available until 1/12/14.
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VALENTE, CHRISTINE Our mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend, Christine Garcia Valente, passed away on December 2, 2013. She is survived by her husband Allen Valente; children, Tony Garcia and wife Shannon, and Eric Lovato and Lindsey Montoya; granddaughters, Sydney and Mackenzie Garcia, Destiny, Angelina, & Raynah Lovato; and sisters, Evelyn Ida Gonzales, Susan Hale, and Valerie Sandoval. Christine was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Lorraine Armenta. Services will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Parsh on Monday, December 9th, 10:00 am, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
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WALKER, HARLEY EDWARD Eddie passed through eternity's gates on the afternoon of November 21, 2013, from his home in Albuquerque. He was born near Afton, Oklahoma, on December 24, 1922, to Martin Franklin and Gladys Mae (Cunningham) Walker, a "Christmas Gift" as he sometimes remarked. He is survived by his step-daughter, Linda Nellist, and her daughter, Melissa, both of California; a step-son, Gene D. Watkins and his wife, Sue, of Texas; two brothers: Raymond M. Walker and his wife, Patricia, of Ohio; and Robert L. Walker and his wife, Eileen, of Albuquerque; and treasured nieces and nephews. Preceding him into eternity were his first wife, Gerean M. Walker; his second wife, Mildred W. Walker; his sister, Margaret W. Allman, and her husband, Dr. Charles A. Allman; and a niece, Donna Rebecca Allen. Eddie was a bright personality with abundant intellectual gifts. He was an honor graduate of his high school, and a cum laude graduate of John Brown University, Siloam Springs, Arkansas, with a degree in Electrical Engineering. His distinguished World War II career included enlistment and commissioning as an officer in the Army Air Corps and assignment to the Manhattan Project, the effort that ended the war. Before arriving at his duty station at Wendover, Utah, he trained at Yale, Harvard, and MIT in Advanced Radar Studies, and taught for a time in those same schools. He also worked at Los Alamos in its deep secret days in developing nuclear weapons, but his primary duty was the design and testing of the radar fuse that triggered the bomb, and he missed the mission for first use of the weapon by a coin flip with another Radar Officer. He left military service in 1946, and was involved in broadcast radio stations in Arkansas and Oklahoma before joining Sandia Laboratories in 1951 with Reliability and Quality Assurance responsibilities. Eddie was a Life Member of various engineering professional organizations, a State of New Mexico Registered Engineer, and a founding director of Starline Corporation. He was, as well, a Life Member of Disabled America Veterans, having undergone above-the-knee amputation in 1952. Eddie left this message for his friends in the Duke City Bridge Club: "Eddie liked to play bridge; he was a member of the Duke City Bridge Club. Eddie was a Diamond Life Master in the ACBL, the American Contract Bridge League. His last contract was his worst; he'll end up down six." Dawn, Brenda, Patsy and Carol of Presbyterian Hospice encouraged, cheered, and brightened Eddie's hours in the long days of his illness. They are remembered with love and gratitude. A celebration of Eddie's life is scheduled for Saturday afternoon, December 14, at 2:00 in the sanctuary of St. Paul's United Methodist Church-of which he was a member, and to which memorials may be directed. The church is located at 9500 Constitution Avenue, NE, Albuquerque. The church's pastor, the Rev. Doug Chapman, will be joined by Eddie's niece, the Rev. Patricia E. Walker, and his nephew, the Rev. Robert M. Walker, in officiating at the Celebration. To leave online condolences, visit www.danielsfuneral.com.
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WEST, GEORGE ROBERT (BOB) Of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 30, 2013. George was born December 25, 1925 to the late Sylvia Walton Beasley and Warren Earl West in Afton, WY. He is survived by his special friend, Geraldine Lessard, the love of his life for 24 years; a son, Robert Dower of Dansville, NY; a daughter, Carol Cobb of Denver, CO; grandson, Andrew Cobb; two great- grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. George was preceded in death by his brothers, Earl West and Jack West and grandson, Justin Cobb. He attended schools in Wyoming and graduated in 1943 before entering the U.S. Army as a radio man in the Signal Corp. from 1943 to 1946 in World War II. He attended the University of Wyoming and the University of Colorado before moving to Albuquerque in 1959. George was employed and retired from Albuquerque Public Schools Maintenance and Operations Department in 1979. Graveside Services with military honors will be held Thursday, December 12, 2013, 12:45 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at St. John's Healthcare for their dedicated care during his illness. George will be greatly missed by all. Please visit our online guest book for George at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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WHEELER, ADELINE J. Adeline Juanita Wheeler died in her home, late in the evening, Sunday, November 24, 2013, with family at her side. She was born on a cotton farm in Cooke County, Texas, July 6, 1922, the eldest of six children, to Robert Coleman Green and Vivian Lorena Russie Green, nee Ayres. She graduated college during World War II and taught elementary school for several years in the panhandle of Texas. During those same years, she corresponded with a young GI stationed in North Africa and Italy. Their friendly letters became love letters and Joel Walton Wheeler, Jr. and Adeline were wed in 1946 after his safe return from the War. The couple, with their growing family, lived in Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Virginia, Washington, D.C. and Paris, France before moving to New Mexico in the 1980's after Joel's retirement. Adeline was active in Monte Vista Christian Church until the end. For decades she was a facilitator in People Living through Cancer. As well, she played recorder with the local Recorder Society. And her vegetable gardens were always fertile and productive. Her life-long philosophy was simple: "God is love. I want to love all people and I want people to love me." Adeline was preceded in death by her husband, Joel Wheeler, Jr., by her daughter, Karen Marie Niblock who was married to Henry Niblock III, and by her younger brother, Weldon Green. She leaves behind her sister, Virginia Alley, her brother R.C Green, Jr., her sister, Glenda Renner, and brother, Bo Green. She also leaves her son, Joel Wheeler III and his wife, Evelin Wheeler; her son, Jan Ray Wheeler and his wife, Venetia Fregni; and her daughter, Janine Kay Wheeler and Kay's husband Frank Ferrara. Her grandchildren are Shem Lewis, married to Jeff Lewis; Shana Morrison, married to Curt Frager; Caleb Wheeler, married to Alexa Wheeler; Micah Citrin, married to Karen Citrin; Aaron Citrin, married to Casey Citrin; and Anna Yourstone. Her great grandchildren are Mose Wheeler, Shosha Wheeler, Phineas Wheeler, Sophie Lewis, Noam Lewis, Itai Citrin, Yonah Citrin, Levi Citrin and Tari Morrison-Frager. The list above does not include all those dear friends and adopted family members that this lovely woman of faith collected in her long, caring life. Her very large heart carried all of you as well. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to People Living through Cancer, Hospice or the charity of your choice. There will be a Memorial Service for the celebration of her life at 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd., NE in Albuquerque. 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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WRIGHT, ALAN JEAN Alan, Age 61, passed away on November 20, 2013. Alan was preceded in death by his father, Jean Alan Wright, mother, Joan Rousseau Wright, his brother, Jerry, and his brother-in-law Jim Johnson. Alan was born in Albuquerque on June 12, 1952. Alan graduated from Highland High School in 1970, attended UNM, and completed a Carpenter Apprenticeship Program. Alan was employed as a superintendent for Baker Construction for many years and recently by Gerald Martin until he retired in 2012. Alan was a creative and talented wood worker taking great pleasure and pride in crafting many beautiful gifts for his family and friends. Alan was a gifted musician. Alan had an inventive mind which served him well as a construction superintendent and as a human being. He had a quirky and robust sense of humor. Alan loved his dog Freckles and said that she was "the best dog that ever owned me". Alan is survived by his wife, Debi; son, Asa; sister, Jacque Wright and husband Bill Rombin; sisters, Carol Johnson and Susy Wright; brother-in-law Gregory Hicks; nephew David Johnson and wife Grace; nephews Tyler and Eli Hicks-Wright; niece Rebecca Giron and husband CJ; nieces Ali Hicks-Wright and Shawna Coen. Alan was dearly loved by his family and friends and he will be missed. Cremation has occurred. A private memorial is scheduled. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Watermelon Mountain Ranch, (505) 771-0140 ext. # 7, 1512 Deborah Road SE, #203, Rio Rancho, NM 87124.
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ZOLOTH, ALAN G. Dr. Alan G. Zoloth, a highly praised teacher and classically trained flutist, passed away on October 27, 2013 at the age of 61 from heart failure. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Dr. Z, as he was affectionately known, graduated from Central High School in 1969, earned a BS in Biology from Temple University (1973), a BA in Flute Performance, summa cum laude, from the Philadelphia College of Performing Arts (1976), an MA in Music Performance from the University of New Mexico (1979), and a Ph.D. in Music Performance from the University of North Texas (1994). He taught music, band, and orchestra in the public school systems of Albuquerque (1982-1988; 1990-1991; 1996-1997), Argyle, Texas (1989-1990), and Clayton County, Georgia (1997-2012) (music/certified ESL teacher). He was a visiting Assistant Professor at the Univ. of Arkansas (1991-1993) and an Assistant Professor and head of the Music Education Department at Louisiana Tech University (1993-1996). Dr. Z retired from Hawthorne Elementary School (Clayton County, Georgia) in 2012 due to health complications and was studying harp and Russian. His accomplishments included winning the National Flute Competition (1979, 1984), performing as piccolo player in the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra (beginning in 1978), and publishing an article in Flute Talk magazine (1991). He participated in and led several conferences in the Overeater's Anonymous community. Dr Z was loved by his students and colleagues, gave selflessly of his time, and was thoughtful, kind, and encouraging to all. His love of animals persisted through his life, beginning with his work at the Mt. Airy Animal Hospital in Philadelphia when he was a teenager. He is survived by his beloved dogs and cat; sister Ina Z. Cabanas and her husband Dr. Robert Cabanas of Pemberton, NJ; sister Dr. Shelley Z. Goodman of Elkins Park, PA; his niece Angela Rosen of Philadelphia, PA; nephews Ramon Cabanas of Pemberton, NJ; and Alexander Goodman of Philadelphia, PA; and his family of friends, colleagues and former students. Donations in his memory may be made to the animal shelter of your choice.
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