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AGLER, LINDA J. 8/24/40 - 1/3/14 Linda passed away on January 3rd, 2014. She retired to Albuquerque 14 years ago after teaching in California for 40 years. She is survived by her sister Molly Clark of Kalispell, MT; brother Brit Agler of Anchorage, AK; and her longtime partner Lynne McLaughlin. Interment will take place at First Unitarian Church in Albuquerque, NM. Donations can be made in her name to your local or national A.S.P.C.A. organization.
Published on: Thu January 09, 2014
BACA, DANIEL RAY Daniel passed away on January 1, 2014. He is survived by his parents: Raymond Baca and Sylvia Baca; sister, Gina Baca; nephews: Mario and Armando; grandma, Regina Gonzales; and many cousins and friends. Daniel's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary on Friday at 10:15 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church (5415 Fortuna Rd. NW 87105) followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Please visit Daniel's online guest book at: www.Reflectionoflife.com REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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BRAWLEY, JOHN W. age 74, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2014. It was his wish to be cremated and be interred with his son Gary Lee Brawley. At his request, no services will be held. Please visit John's online guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com Arrangements entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF LOS LUNAS 820 Main St. NE (505) 565-1700
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BREEN, ROCK LEROY Age 54, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, January 6, 2014. He is survived by his siblings, Loreen Jorgensen and husband Bruce of Albuquerque, Ken Leppell and wife Linda of Great Falls, MT, Kathy Kessel and husband Arnie of Dickenson, ND, Margaret Davis and husband Jerry of TN, Helen Diebert and husband Tom of Williston, ND; step sons, Jason Matier and wife Michelle of Albuquerque, and Joshua Matier and wife Jessica of El Paso, TX; and five grandchildren. Mr. Breen was preceded in death by his wife, Diane; his parents Charles and Marlene Breen. He served our country in the United States Army during the Granada conflict. Rock was a member of The American Legion Post 49 and The Moose Lodge 2241. Rock was employed from 1988 to 2006 as a bartender at the American Legion Post 49, 2008 - 2012 at Kirtland Air Force Golf Course as a tractor operator and currently owned B & R Landscaping with his brother-in-law Bruce. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, camping, hunting and more recently golfing. Mr Breen had a heart of gold, taking in "stray" people and pets. Rock truly loved his family, friends and parties. A memorial service will start Saturday, January 11, 2014, 2:00 p.m. followed by a celebration of life at The American Legion Post 49, 11005 E. Central NE. Interment will take place at a later date at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Rock at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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CHAVEZ, ROBERT (BOB) Passed away peacefully on December 28, 2013. He was born April 6, 1931 in Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents Fransisco and Agida Chavez. Bob is survived by his sister Elsie Chavez Madrid; children, step-children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. He was raised in Abq in the San Jose community and graduated from AHS in 1949. He served honorably in the US Army Korean war. He made his home in Sacramento CA, where he proudly worked and traveled the world and retired as an airplane inspector from McClellan Air Force base. He spent his favorite past-time bowling and was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 4647, N Highland, CA where he had many good friends. Services and Funeral Inurnment with military honors for Robert will be held at the Mt. Calvary Chapel and Cemetery on Friday, Jan 10th, 2014 at 11:00 am. Following the service will be a reception at the VFW Post 401, 2011 Girard Blvd SE Abq. 87106. Our appreciation to: Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, Abq 87108. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in honor of Robert Chavez.
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DEBETTIGNIES, CHARLES E. Age 84, passed away on December 30, 2013. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Friday, January 10, 2014 at Daniels Funeral Home at 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, with Rosary to be recited at 7 PM. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 12 noon at Risen Savior Catholic Church, 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE. Inurnment with military honors will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, January 13, 2014. Donations can be made to Alzheimer's Association, 9500 Montgomery Blvd NE, Suite 121, Albuquerque, NM 87111. 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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DIX, BERTHA Age 95, a resident of New Mexico since 1957 and most recently Los Lunas, died Monday, January 6, 2014. She is survived by her children, Richard Dix and wife, Diane of Denver, CO, Barbara Swadley and very dear friend, Fernando Turrietta of Los Lunas, NM, and Everett Dix, Jr. and wife, Cheryl of Placitas, NM; grandchildren, Richard Dix, Jr., Karen Smith, Bill Gorum, Jeff Gorum and wife, Kathy, Kelly Dunbar and husband, Will, and Matthew Dix and wife, Amber; 15 great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; brothers, Walter Lau and wife, Mary and Herbert Lau; and numerous other relatives and friends. Bertha was preceded in death by her husband, Everett Dix, in 1995; parents, Wilhelm and Henrietta Lau; and eight brothers and sisters. She was born in 1918 in McMillan, WI and married Everett Dix in 1941 in Milwaukee. They moved to Albuquerque because of Everett's health. Bertha dedicated her life taking care of her family. She enjoyed fishing with her husband and family and was a tremendous cook. Bertha was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother and sister and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of her Life will be held Friday, January 10, 2014, 4:00 p.m., at Valley Lutheran Church, 3259 New Mexico 47, Los Lunas. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Valley Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 667, Los Lunas, NM 87031. Please visit our online guestbook for Bertha at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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FOSTER, LINDA ANN Age 52, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, January 7, 2014. She is survived by mother, Darlene A. Foster of Albuquerque, NM; brother, Joseph Foster and wife Tracy of Albuquerque, NM; nieces Klysta (Jake Schoof), Jennifer (Ryan Gail and great-niece Penny) and Victoria. Linda was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Edward Foster. Linda was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of MHS and was employed by APS for 24 years. Her interests were baseball, Star Trek, Highlander and was a fan club member of Neil Diamond, Robert Redford and Tom Selleck. Services will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2014, 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Private Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Collet Park PTA. Please visit our online guest book for Linda at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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GALLEGOS, RONALD beloved son, father, grandfather, brother and long-time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, departed this world to join the Lord on Sunday, January 5, 2014. He was born at the Sandia Army Post, Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 13, 1954. He is a graduate of the 1979 class of the Rhema Bible Training Center of Oklahoma and the 1973 class of Sandia High School. Ron was a former Pastor of the Second Coming World Outreach, Associate Pastor of Grace World Harvester Church of God and previous to those positions, a former Youth Pastor at Trinity Faith Center and Children's Pastor at Christian Faith Fellowship. He also was a Chaplin to the Sons of American Legion Post 99. Ronald was loved by many. He lived his life with a big heart. He was proceeded in death by his father Lupe Gallegos. Ronald is survived by his mother, Dolores Anderson-GallegosSkinner and Roger Skinner; three children, Brendon and Ashley Gallegos, Brian Gallegos and companion, Melissa Blea and Alexis Gallegos; six grandchildren; brother, Michael Gallegos; sister Ardivee Gallegos-Smith and companion Sheila Cornell all of Albuquerque New Mexico as well as other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Service in his honor will be held at Glory Bound Ministries, 11913 Menaul NE ABQ. on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 10:00am. A Celebration of life Memorial will follow at American Legion Post 99, 540 Louisiana NE ABQ. A Luncheon beginning at 12:30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ron's honor to the Albuquerque Rescue Mission, 525 2nd Street SW, ABQ. NM 87102. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW ABQ. 343-8008.
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GARRETT, THOMAS "TOM" RILEY Age 65, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2014. He is survived by his sons, Sean E. Garrett and wife, S. Carolyn Ramos and Thomas Aaron Garrett and wife, Chantel Garrett; grandsons, Daxton K. Garrett and Santiago Ramos Cooper; granddaughter, Hannah Riley Garrett; and former spouse, Shirley A. Garrett. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Ruth Garrett. Tom graduated from Valley High School. He served in the US Navy. Tom graduated from the UNM School of Pharmacy in 1976. He owned and operated Lobo Campus Pharmacy on Yale and Central. He coached his sons in AYSO Soccer and at North Valley Little League. Tom was an avid sports fan who spent years bowling, fishing, hunting, playing softball, playing bridge, golfing, and following his children's athletic pursuits. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2014, 1:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Alfred Lobaina, officiating. Tom's sons would like to thank Maricella Villa for providing years of care and support. Please visit our online guest book for Tom at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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GRACE, WILLIE M. Age 50, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2014. A Visitation will take place at 4 pm, Friday, January 10, 2014 at New Hope Church located at 1901 Pennsylvania with a Funeral Service to follow at 5:30 pm. A Graveside Service will be held at 10 am, Saturday, January 11, 2014 at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE. 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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GUINN, MARY HOFFMAN Mary Hoffman Guinn of Talladega, Alabama passed away on January 4, 2014. Mrs. Guinn was a former resident of Albuquerque having moved to Alabama in 1967. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claud & Lela Hoffman and her husband Cecil Guinn. She is survived by her children, Karen Fenn, Nancy Childers, Alan Guinn; and nephew Stephen Hoffman. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; and two great- nephews. Additionally she is survived by her four sisters Zella Boyer, Della Mosely, Maxine Jenkins and Jeanne Butler; her two brothers Dwight and John Hoffman; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be held on January 10, 2014 at 1:00 PM at Rocky Mount Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to Rocky Mount Baptist Church where Mary served as church pianist and church treasurer for over 40 years.
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HUTCHISON, RODNEY G. 1976-2013 Rodney G Hutchison, age 37, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Tuesday, December 31. Rodney attended and graduated Los Lunas High School. He enjoyed playing baseball when he was younger, and later was a diesel mechanic by trade. Rodney is survived by his wife Karen; four children; three step children; one step grandchild; parents, Glen and Kathy of Bosque Farms; sister, Yvonne Bock and husband Troy of Los Lunas; grandparents, Gene and Thelma Hutchison of Los Lunas; many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and nephews. Services have been held. Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Los Lunas Chapel, (505)866-9992, 2211-D Main St., where an online guest register is available at www.noblinfuneralservice.com
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JOHNSON, ERIC CARL Age 34, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, January 7, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Johnson of Albuquerque; children, Bemsha and Claire; and many loving friends and relatives. Eric was preceded in death by his son, Nolan. Eric was born in 1979 in Fort Wayne, IN and lived in New Mexico and Wyoming for most of his life. He was an avid rock climber and loved hot air ballooning. Eric was a loving husband, father, son and brother and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life for Eric will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at Christ the Ray of Hope Lutheran Church, 7001 San Antonio Drive, NE. In lieu of flowers, Eric requested memorial contributions be made to Bighorn Climbers Coalition at bighornclimbers.org or P.O. Box 3144, Cody, WY 82414. Please visit our online guestbook for Eric at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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KELLY, FREDA "LOIS" Freda "Lois" Kelly, age 90, a resident of Albuquerque since 2004, died December 29, 2013 after a long illness. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Dave Okerberg of Albuquerque, NM, Linda and Steve Van Loozen of Lago Vista, TX, and Vanessa Kelly and Ron Chapel of Oakland, CA; grandchildren, Kyle Manuel, Sean Okerberg, Kelly Lister, Kara Carter, and Cory Van Loozen; great- grandchildren, David Lister, Devyn, Jake and Kimberley Manuel, and Kinley and Kate Carter; and brother, Robert Belyea of Saugus, MA. Lois was preceded in death by her husband, George C. "Kel" Kelly; and her siblings, Stanley Belyea, Irma Slauenwhite, Barbara Morrison, and Ruth Murphy. Lois was born on December 2, 1923 in Saugus, MA to Reginald and Freda Belyea. She grew up in Saugus and graduated from Saugus High School. She married George Kelly April 27, 1946 and ultimately moved to Houston, TX, where she lived until 2002. Lois enjoyed her family first and foremost, and also traveling throughout the world, bowling, and oil painting. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. She was a faithful Methodist from childhood. Cremation has taken place at French Mortuary. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2014, 2:00 p.m., at First United Methodist Church, at the corner of 4th St and Lead Ave. in Albuquerque. There will be a graveside service in Magnolia, TX at a later date. The Kelly family gives special thanks to the caring people at Haven Care and Hospice de La Luz. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Lois' name to the Alzheimer's Assn. NM Chapter, 9500 Montgomery Blvd. NE Ste. 121, Albuquerque, NM 87111; or to First United Methodist Church, PO Box 1638, Albuquerque, NM 87103-1638. Please visit our online guest book for Lois at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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LEGANT, OMAR, M.D. Was born in 1915 in New York City of "poor but honest" Russian immigrant parents. Omar was a child actor on Broadway, graduate of NYC DeWitt Clinton Math and Science High School, a graduate of Columbia College (at age 19) and subsequently, Columbia's medical school. He interned at Bellevue Hospital. The attack on Pearl Harbor brought him into the navy for the next 4 years. For two years he sojourned with a defense battalion of the Marine Corps on Funafuti, an island in the South Pacific (you can look it up) acquiring an aversion to Spam and a liking for cigars. Following this illuminating experience, he spent three years as a resident in radiology at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, terminating in his appointment to the full-time faculty. In 1949 Omar, his wife and two oldest children traveled out west in a black, two-door Chevrolet covered wagon to become the director of the St. Joseph's Hospital X-Ray Department in Albuquerque, and remained identified with it for 35 years. He was a founding member of X-Ray Associates (now XRANM). When Omar retired after 35 years, XRANM comprised 23 board certified MD diagnostic radiologists. He was Chief of Staff at St. Joseph's and held every elective office of the Medical Society at the county and state level. With Joe Garcia, the chief x-ray technician, Omar founded the St. Joseph Hospital School of X-Ray Technology, the first in the state of New Mexico. It was a two-year course which qualified the students to take and pass a national exam entitling him/her to be a Registered Technologist (RT). Omar was an insatiable reader, an avid fly fisherman, and will now rejoin his golfing foursome of over fifty years: Dr. John Torrens, Mr. Stu Leigh, and Dr. Bill Kridelbaugh. With his passing, Omar can again join his wife, Jean, on the back porch to share a cigar and conversation. Omar was the husband of the late Jean Dalgety Legant, the brilliant and endearing partner in a sixty-three year marriage. Omar was especially proud of his wonderful family, the greater credit for which goes to his wife, Jean (Ph.D.). All the Legant children are hooked on higher education: Patricia (Ph.D., M.D.) (Husband Tom Parks); Paul (M.D.), (wife Kristin); Amy (Ed.D.) retired school principal; Ellen (B.A. Music Education and M.A. Performing Arts) music teacher. Omar is also survived by his 4 grandchildren: Andrew (wife Kim), Bradley (wife Cara), Wesley (wife Colette) and Anna; and by his 3 great-grandchildren Owen, Ethan and Evie. Omar requested no formal memorial service be held. He lives in our memories. In lieu of flowers, the family requests friends consider making donations to their favorite charities. Please visit our online guestbook for Omar at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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LOPEZ, CHARISSA Charissa H. Kerrisk-Lopez died on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 in Carlsbad, NM. Charissa was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 20, 1979. She lived in Santa Fe, NM and graduated from Capital High School in 1997. She lived in Albuquerque, NM from 1997 to 2013 when she moved to Carlsbad, NM. Charissa is survived by her parents, Jerry and Barbara Kerrisk, Santa Fe, NM; her sister Jillian Kerrisk, Miami, FL; her daughter Dakoda Crawford, Albuquerque, NM; Dennis and Shirley Kerrisk, Dacono, CO; and various cousins. A private memorial service will be held.
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MADRIL, JULIO age 68, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2014. He was born in Magdalena, NM on November 11, 1945. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Reina C. Madril, brother, Frank Madril, and mother, Reina Madril. Julio is survived by his wife, Cecilia Madril; daughter, Elizabeth Madril Apodaca and husband Mathew; grandson, Matthew Rance; granddaughter, Olivia Montano; step-grandchildren, Stephanie and Christopher Apodaca; sister, Josie Sedillo and husband James; sister Sally Otero; sister, Florence Montoya and husband Richard; several in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A Rosary and Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2014 beginning at 11 am at Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque, 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE, (505) 764-9663. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with full Military Honors.
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MARTIN, DORIS Doris Martin, "Granny" age 93, died of natural causes on Sunday, January 5, 2014. She was born in Wantage, England on September 28, 1920. Doris was a resident of the Taylor Ranch Beehive, and her family is grateful for their loving care of Doris for the past five years. Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Howard R. Martin, who died November 23, 1983. She is survived by her son, David Martin and his wife, Gini; daughter, Patricia Statkus and her husband, James; and daughter, Phyllis Wilson and her husband Mark. She was blessed with six grandchildren, one great-granddaughter; and many nieces, nephews and a wealth of friends. Doris came to the United States as a war bride in 1945. She was a military wife for 23 years, which allowed her to travel back to England and live in Texas, Albuquerque and Taos. She loved to sew, knit and work in the garden. She never missed her cup of tea. We will miss her fabulous sense of humor, which helped with her incredible attitude toward life. She never complained about any of the hurdles life sent her way. Doris was a great lady and will be missed by many in the years to come. Services will be held on Monday, January 13, 2014, 12:00 pm at FRENCH - University, with visitation one hour prior from 11:00 pm to 12:00 pm. Burial will follow at 3:00 pm at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would love for you to make donations to NMDOG at 7820 Enchanted Hills Blvd, Suite A11, Rio Rancho, NM 87144 or www.nmdog.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Doris at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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MARTIN, SHARLENE E. Age 64, passed away December 29, 2013. A long time resident of Moriarty, New Mexico. She is survived by her children Chad Buckland, Tammy Martin, Greta Stout, Bryant Stout; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and several other family members. Services will be on January 11, 2013, 11:00am, Grace Baptist Church, 2359 Hwy 66 Edgewood, NM 87015.
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MCCONAHY, GARY L. Age 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died at home after a courageous battle with colon cancer on Tuesday, January 7, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Shirley McConahy; children, Sandra L. Herrera and husband, Michael S., Mark A. McConahy and wife, Connie, all of Albuquerque, and Lisa A. Ingram and husband, Dean of Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Jarrett A. McConahy, Kyle L. McConahy, both of Albuquerque, Rebecca A. Ingram-Bryant and husband, Quinn of Gunnison, CO, and Zachary A. Ingram of Aurora, CO; sister, Carol Wills and husband, Richard of Tucson, AZ; brother, Larry G. McConahy and wife, Linda of Longmont, CO; and nieces and nephews. Gary was in the wholesale and retail gas and oil business for 53 years. Mr. McConahy was a longtime member of Del Norte Baptist Church. He flew model airplanes with the Park Flyers. A service will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE. Private interment will take place. Friends may visit FRENCH - University, Friday, January 10, 2014, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE 87109. Please visit our online guest book for Gary at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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MEREWETHER, THOMAS F. Tom Merewether of East Providence, Rhode Island, Seminole, Florida, and long time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico lost his battle with cancer on December 31, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Patricia Costello Merewether; four children, Kathy Bain of New Port Richey, FL, Ed Merewether of Largo, FL, Tim Merewether and wife Pamela of Rio Rancho, and Trish Merewether of Albuquerque; and six grandchildren. A celebration in his honor will be held on Sunday, January 12th between 1:00 pm-5:00 pm at Tom and Pat's home. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please make a donation to PBS, the National Park Foundation, or Sierra Club in Tom's name.
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MONTANO, FRANCES Q. It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Frances Q. Montano, age 94, on January, 3rd 2014. A widow of 30 years, she was preceded in death by husband Louis L. Montano. She was a beautiful, loving individual, a poet, song composer and theologian. She was a mother to six children, but is survived by her only living child, Elizabeth Knight and son-in-law Eric Knight, whom were also her caretakers for 14 years. She is also survived by grandchildren William Stuckman and wife Tina, David Stuckman and wife Chantel and Mary Frances Stuckman. She was also a great grandmother. She is immensely loved and will be greatly missed.
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O'NEAL, MARTHA "JANE" Age 86, peacefully passed on Monday, January 6, 2014. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Melvin K. O'Neal; sons, Melvin R. O'Neal and wife Sheila, and Kenneth D. O'Neal; grandchildren, Jonathan, Michelle, Kayla, and Spencer; great-grandchildren, Zoe, Josiah and Judah; and brother, Harold T. Clayton and wife Carol. She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore Julius Clayton and Amelia Irene Clayton of Cumberland, MD. Jane worked for Los Alamos National Laboratories for 25 years. She was a member of Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Services will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 3:00 pm at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Rd. NE., with a reception to follow. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Jane's name. Please visit our online guest book for Jane at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE 505-823-9400
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ORTEGA, TOM Thomas Joseph Ortega was born on October 22, 1948 and died January 4, 2014 in Grants, NM. He was the eldest son of Lotario D. Ortega and Mary Smalley Ortega. Tom was preceded in death by his brothers Lotario Eugene Ortega and John Andrew Ortega. He is survived by his siblings Mary L. Ortega, Teresa Heaphy and her husband Stephen; Ann Johnson; Peter Ortega and wife Malinda; Paul Ortega and wife Michele; Philip Ortega; Angelica Benavidez and her husband Mario. Tom had a large extended family of nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews, as well as, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Tom was a graduate of Lourdes High School in Albuquerque, and of the UNM Pharmacy School. He was active in the Democratic party of New Mexico, and served as Mayor of the Village of Milan, NM, until his death. Tom was a prominent New Mexico pharmacist, serving on the State of New Mexico Board of Pharmacy, including one term as Chairman. Tom will be greatly missed by his family and many friends who recall his generous and kind spirit. The funeral mass will take place on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church on Lomas Blvd. near Pennsylvania. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary. A memorial service will also be held on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Village of Milan Community Center in Milan, NM. In lieu of flowers, his family requests that donations in his memory be made to Cibola General Hospital, 1012 East Roosevelt Ave. Grants, NM, or to the Milan Elementary School, Milan NM 87021. Please visit our online guestbook for Tom at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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ORTIZ, CHARLOTTE SAIZ Age 90, resident of Santa Fe, passed away on January 6, 2014 due to a long battle with cancer. She was born on August 26, 1923 in Alameda, NM to Adelida and Emiliano Saiz. She was married for 65 years to Placido Ortiz. She was a homemaker and co-business owner of Chavez Place Apartments along with her husband. She was preceded in death by her husband, Placido Ortiz, sisters: Piedad Sandoval (Joe), Margaret Baca (Amado), Louise Alvarado, Della Montoya, Vita Chavez (Presciliano), son, Andrew Ortiz, brother in law, Tom Baca. She is survived by her sons: Ralph Ortiz (Rosemarie Leigh) of Santa Fe, Michael Ortiz (Gloria) of Los Lunas; daughters: Charlene Ortiz, Angela Ortiz Flores (Glenn/Billy); grand children: Kenneth Segura (Kathleen), Chad (Kris), Desiree (Sean), Mario (Kristen), Anna (Charles), Nicolas, Matthew, Jordan, Jarrod, Alexandra, Juanita; great- grandchildren: Maya, Aaron, Marcus, Bisha, Teagan, Emily; brother, Emiliano Saiz Jr. (Theresa) of Corrales; sister, Edna Baca; brother-in-law, Johnny Alvarado, both of Albuquerque. Thank you to Ambercare Hospice team, Christus St. Vincent's staff, Father Adam Ortega y Ortiz and Father Daniel Balizan, Maru Sharber, Kay Whetham, Mercedez Diener, Genevieve Armijo, and numerous supportive family and friends. Memorial Contributions may be made to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Monestary (Santa Fe). Pallbearers will be: Ralph Ortiz, Michael Ortiz, Mario Ortiz, Chad Ortiz, Nicolas Flores and Matthew Flores. A Rosary will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at Santa Maria de La Paz. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 12 p.m. at Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis de Assisi. A private burial will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Rivera Family Funeral Home 417 E. Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM.
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RAMIREZ, MARIA ESLINDA (IRENE) September 2011 Happy Birthday Darling I do not need a special day To bring you to my mind, The days I do not think of you Are very hard to find. Each morning when I awake, I know that you are gone. And no one knows the heartache As I try to carry on. My heart still aches with sadness And secret tears still flow. What it's meant to lose you No one will ever know. My thoughts are always with you, Your place no one can fill. In life I loved you dearly; In death I love you still. There will always be heartache, And often a silent tear. But always a precious memory Of the days when you were here. If tears would make a staircase, And heartaches make a lane, I'd walk the path to heaven And bring you home again. I hold you close within my heart And there you will remain, To walk with me throughout my life Until we meet again. Your loving husband, Albert Roberta, Marlene, Albert Jr., Grandkids and Great-grandkids
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SANDOVAL, AGNES Age 70, passed away Sunday, Jan 5, 2014 surrounded by family. She is survived by her husband Raymond of 50 yrs, five sisters; one brother; seven children, Mary Rael and husband Joe, Jackie, Maxine and Marie Sandoval; Raymond Sandoval Jr, Margaaret Gallegos and husband Felix, Irene Lucero and husband John; 18 grandchildren; 38 great- grandchildren, 17 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be held Thursday, Jan 9, at 7:00 pm, viewing from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE. Burial Mass at 10:00 am, Fri, Jan 10 at Sacred Heart Church, 309 Stover SW.
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SEDILLO, LOUIE M. Louie M. Sedillo, age 76, died suddenly on December 26th, 2013. He was born on April 5th, 1937 in Las Vegas NM. Louie was a longtime resident of Albuquerque. He served honorably in the US Navy and retired from Roadway Trucking and Teamsters Local 492. Our thoughts and prayers are in loving memory of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Mass will take place Thursday, January 9th at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church located at 811 Guaymas Place NE. Services to follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at 3:00 p.m.
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SMITH, LOLA LEE Lola Lee Smith passed away peacefully on December 22, 2013. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ronald J. Smith; her father Leonard Floyd Lucas; her mother, Mattie Lee (Nunnally) Lucas; her brothers Al Lucas, Ray Lucas; and her sister, Martha Lucas, all of Albuquerque. She is survived by two brothers, Bill Lucas and wife, Darlene, of Burbank, CA and Charles Lucas and wife, Linda, of Albuquerque, New Mexico; sister in law Theresa Lucas of Albuquerque. We were truly blessed to have Auntie Lola in our lives and she will be greatly missed. A visitation will be held at the Chester T. French Memorial Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 9:30 a.m., followed by Funeral services at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow immediately. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to El Ranchito de los Ninos, P.O. Box 2400 Los Lunas, NM 87031 505.565.4470 , in keeping with her love for children. Please visit our online guestbook for Lola at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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STORMO, VIRGIL Lt. Col. Virgil M. "Stormy" Stormo, USAF (Ret.), died in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on January 4, 2014, at the age of 92. Col. Stormo was born in Hayti, South Dakota, on June 3, 1921. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a pilot in World War II, Korea, and into the Vietnam era. He subsequently worked for many years for Wells Fargo Bank as an auditing officer and senior auditor before retiring. He was a loving husband, father, brother, son, and friend, and will be truly missed. After Col. Stormo's first wife, Marjorie, passed away, he married Hazel B. Morrow, who survives him, in the late 1990s. He is also survived by his children Gary Stormo and wife Sue of Colorado, Ron Stormo and wife Monica of California, and daughter Sally Bjork and husband Bob of California; by his stepchildren Thomas Morrow and wife Sherry of Colorado, Rosalind Cooper and husband Terry of Albuquerque, Julia Huchmala and husband John of Albuquerque, and Baker Morrow and wife JoAnn Strathman of Albuquerque; and by many grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Col. Stormo will be buried with full military honors in a grave-side service at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2014. A reception for family and friends will follow immediately from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH Funerals-Cremations, 10500 Lomas Boulevard N.E., in Albuquerque. The family would like to thank JoAnn Strathman, Col. Stormo's daughter-in-law, for the loving and expert care, support, and kindness she has extended to him and to Hazel over many years. Please visit our online guest book for Stormy at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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TRUBY, FRANK KEELER Frank passed away peacefully on January 6th, 2014. He was born in Painesville, Ohio in 1924 to Frank and Florence Truby. He attended Hiram College for four years where he met and married Betsy Jean Kirby in 1948. They were happily married for 64 years before Betsy's passing in 2012. His children are Thomas Lee wife Linda, Scott Robin wife Betsy and Susan Alida husband Robert. Grandchildren: Justin, Brianna and Michael. Frank is a veteran of World War II and served in the Army Air Corp. He was a graduate of Hiram College and received his Master's degree from Case Western Reserve in Cleveland. He retired from Sandia National Laboratories as a research physicist, performing his work with integrity, accuracy & commitment. His lifelong hobby of boating included many boats, some of which he built himself, up to his last beloved houseboat. He shared many enjoyable years with his wife and family on different lakes of the Southwest. He also cherished and adored his many golden retrievers, Molly being his last beloved pet. To all who knew him he was a humble man, pure of heart, always putting others before him. Frank was continually grateful to others for what they did for him, and was well known for his statement "Thank you for all that you do for me." Dad, Gramps we thank you for all you have done for us, we will forever love and miss you. His memorial will be at First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust St, SE Albuquerque, NM 87102, on Thursday, January 9th, 2014 at 1:00 PM, with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Animal Humane society at 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or First Presbyterian Church.
Published on: Thu January 09, 2014
WALLACE, NANCY A. Age 62, of Rio Rancho, died peacefully Sunday, January 5, 2014. She is survived by husband, Ken Wallace; sister, Cynthia DeMers and husband, Dave; brother, Bill Muck and wife, Helene; and step-son, Ryan Wallace and wife, Angela. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, William J. and Genevieve Muck. She was an avid golfer, a member and co-founder of T-n-T. When not playing golf, Nancy's favorite pastime was sitting on the patio with her husband, Ken, looking at the Sandias. The family invites visitors for viewing on Friday, January 10, 2014 from 3:30-5:00 p.m. at FRENCH-Westside followed by a service at 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guest book for Nancy at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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