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BROWN, JAMES FLETCHER Age 80, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2014. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on November 2, 1933, to Theodore Roosevelt Brown and Lucy Ruth Brem. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Charles Brown, Eleanore Rucker, and Teddy Brown; step-daughter, Beverly Kay Stanek. James is survived by wife, Venita Brown; children, Douglas Glen Brown, Steven Wayne Brown, Sheryl Diane Farris, Sandra Lynn Cowan, and Jeffrey Scott Brown; step-children, Deborah Lu Prinzing, Diane LaVay Maley, Duane Keith Prinzing, Keith Leroy Prinzing, and Brenda Marie Julian. James enjoyed square and round dancing, was very politically active, loved traveling, and camping. A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87111. To view information or to leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
Published on: Wed May 28, 2014
CHAVEZ, GENE L. 1934-2014 Gene L. Chavez, an active member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church passed away at the age of 80 on May 25, 2014 at his family home in Jarales, New Mexico surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Ramona Lopez Chavez of Barriales, NM; and his siblings; Juan Chavez, Victoria Barela, Emilio Chavez, Nestor Chavez, Greg Chavez, and Frank Chavez. Gene is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Virginia Trujillo Chavez; three children, Sam Chavez and wife, Anna Tabet-Chavez, Ray Chavez and wife, Anna Castillo-Chavez, and Paula Sedillo and husband, Antonio Sedillo; he was the proud grandfather of Kenny Chavez, Dora Ann Chavez-Delgado husband, Mark Delgado, Joseph Chavez and wife, Catherine Baca-Chavez, Allen Chavez, Emily Sedillo and Juan Sedillo; his great-grandchildren are Christopher Loera, Halie Ann Delgado, Leia Ann Delgado, and Mark Delgado and there is another baby boy on the way. He is also survived by his two sisters, Martina Brown and husband, Charles Brown and Ramona Jacks, in addition to many loving nieces and nephews. All service will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, beginning with a Viewing on Wednesday, May 28, at 5:30 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Final Viewing will be held on Thursday, May 29, at 9:00 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with Father Stephen Schultz presiding. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Gene and Virginia's six grandchildren will serve as his pallbearers. The family would like to express their gratitude towards Ambercare Hospice for their wonderful care and thank all family and friends who have provided their support and love during this time. Sign Gene's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main Street, Belen, NM
Published on: Wed May 28, 2014
COOK, WILLIAMINA FRANCES "BILLIE" passed away peacefully in Cayuga Medical Center Saturday, May 24, 2014 at the age of 83. Born April 21, 1931 in Greenfield, MA, she was the daughter of the late Dr. E. Erskine and Marion Fraser Harvey. After graduation from Greenfield High School in Massachusetts, Billie attended the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, where she earned her undergraduate degree in Home Economics. After teaching for a few years in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, Billie married her eternal companion, William August "Bill" Cook, on June 16, 1956. Together they shared almost 53 years before Bill's passing in 2009. Billie's genuine smile, infectious laughter and heart-felt conversation immediately blessed all she came in contact with. Billie loved meeting new people, animals, nature, and seeing the beautiful sights of this great country. She particularly enjoyed the camaraderie of her Island Fitness aquatics class, Hospicare bereavement support group, and church Bible study groups. Billie is survived by her daughters, Bonnie (Jim) Blair of Lansing, NY, Jacqueline (Peter) Greaney of Columbia, MD, and Beth Cook of Burlington, VT; a son, Charles (Julie) Cook of Monument, CO; grandchildren Marie and Amy Greaney; Billy, Charlie, Emily and Danny Cook; and James and Carly Blair. Those wishing to remember Billie may contribute to: Hospicare, 172 East King Road, Ithaca, New York 14850 or United Methodist Committee on Relief, Advance GCFA, P.O. Box 9068, New York, New York 10087-9068. In keeping with Billie's wishes, no services have been scheduled. The family was assisted by the compassionate caregivers at Cayuga Medical Center and Lansing Funeral Home.
Published on: Wed May 28, 2014
DIAZ, VERONICA Age 68, a resident of Albuquerque was called home to the Lord after a long illness on Monday, May 26, 2014. She was preceded in death by her son, Manuel Diaz. Veronica is survived by her husband of 50 years, Augustine Diaz; one daughter, Melissa (Mark) Dalrymple; six grandchildren, Denny, Rianna, Kirby, Jared, Zeke and Analyssia; four sisters; three brothers and many nieces and nephews. A Prayer Vigil will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2014, 4:30 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Lymphoma Society, 4600 Montgomery Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, in Veronica's honor. Please visit our online guestbook for Mrs. Diaz at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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DURAN, GEORGIANA MARIE Age 52, a resident of Albuquerque, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2014. A Prayer Vigil will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Lomas with a Visitation starting at 9:00 a.m. until the start of the service. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Georgie at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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FRITZ, DAVID BRUCE Age 64, of Tajique, NM, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. On July 25, 1949, David was born to Velten F. and Marian Hollerich Fritz in Albuquerque, NM. Blessed with a creative and curious mind and a hunger to live life to the fullest, David succeeded in all the endeavors of his life. David has lived his dream as an artist and outdoorsman. He hiked many mountain tops including the high peaks of Sierra Nevada. He engaged in the mysteries of life choosing opportunities that allowed him to travel the world, but he always returned to his beloved state of New Mexico, where he built his own home in the East Mountains. David loved and laughed for 37 years married to Stefa K. Zawerucha, a woman who laughed easily and joined him on his life journey. Together they danced and choreographed new avant-garde performance pieces. They got their undergraduate degrees in Dance at the University of New Mexico and their Master degrees in Dance at Mills College in Oakland, CA. David's skill as a carpenter excelled from building homes to creating beautiful wood carvings of three dimensional design that inspired abstract thought and intrinsic spirit. David was a Technical Director of the Tish School of the Arts at New York University in New York City, a job he loved where he met inquisitive students and creative colleagues who pushed each other to excel. David was deeply respected in his career as a choreographer and as an administrator who got things done. He received a Bessie, a New York Dance and Performance Award, for his thought provoking lighting design. He also received grants and awards from the New York State Foundation for the Arts and the New York Council on the Arts. David served his country honorably during the Viet Nam Conflict. His earthly cremains will be alongside his parents and grandparents below the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. David is survived by his wife, Stefa K. Zawerucha; his brothers, Stephen (Maria) of Albuquerque and Philip (Judy) of Portland, OR; three sisters, Jean Latham (David) of Rio Rancho, Mary Ellen Farrelly (David) of Albuquerque and Teri McMillan (Michael) of Rio Rancho; 11 nieces and nephews; and seven great-nieces and nephews; all whom he loved deeply. A memorial service will be celebrated on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 3:00p.m., at FRENCH-University. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Please visit our online guestbook for David at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd, NE 505-843-6333
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GALEY, WILLIAM (BILL) R. JR. Age 70, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2014. He was born in Boise, ID on July 26, 1943, to William and Margaret (Sparkman) Galey. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Galey and son, Reid Patrick Galey. William is survived by his father, William R. Galey Sr.; children, Ryan Willaim Galey, Cristina Maria Galey, Scott Alexander Galey all of Albuquerque, NM; brothers, Joe Galey and wife, Ruth or Boise, ID, Tom Galey and wife Lee Ellis of Portland, OR; daughter-in-law, Mary Beth Galey of Minnetonka, MN. He was a passionate scientist and academic, Bill held a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and was a professor for 30 years and later Associate Dean at the UNM School of Medicine. Throughout his career he was a productive researcher and teacher, with a penchant for mentoring the next generation of physicians and researchers. Bill ended his career at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, where he continued to mentor and inspire young scientists, directing numerous graduate education programs. His success in his career was second only to his success as a Son and Father. Politically liberal and fiscally conservative, he will be remembered by his family and friends as a brilliant thinker with a sharp wit, a compassionate soul, a steadfast sense of optimism, and a low tolerance for B minuses in 4th grade math. In lieu of flowers, Bill and the family would appreciate donations to La Tierra Sagrada Society, to support medical education and research. http://som.unm.edu/giving/tierra-sagrada/. 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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GARCIA, RICHARD A. Age 63, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 26, 2014. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Richard was a proud Veteran who honorably served his country in the United States Marine Crops. He enjoyed listening to music, making adobe churches, and spending time with his family. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Evelyn Garcia of the family home; his children, Randy Garcia, Brenda Luna and husband Russell; his precious grandchildren, Ashley Luna and husband Robert Campbell, Joseph Lash, Mark Garcia, Andres Garcia, Estrella Galvan, and Adrianna Marquez; and his great-grandson, Izaiah Campbell. Also surviving are his father, Eppi Garcia; his siblings, Janet, Flora, Carol, Charlie and Mike Garcia; brother-in-laws, Leo, Richard, and Ralph Marquez; his four legged companion, Tiger; and other numerous relatives and friends. Richard will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those whose lives he touched. Visitation will be held Friday, May 30, 2014 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 Fourth St., NW, where a Rosary will be recited at 8:00 a.m., followed by the Mass at 9:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Chris Gallegos, Mark Martinez, Richard Marquez, Leo Marquez, Claude Tafoya, and Jerry Olivas. A private cremation will follow. Those who wish to express their condolences, may visit www.danielsfuneral.com Richard's care is entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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GARCIA, OTILIA "TILLIE" M. Age 83, a resident of Albuquerque/ Rio Rancho since 1986, died Monday, May 26, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Rev. Valentin Garcia, Sr.; children, Molly Ipiotis and husband, Chris, Valentin "Val" Garcia, Jr., Esperanza "Hopie" Carrillo and husband, Bob, Ismael "Mike" Garcia, Elvia Martinez, and Estevan "Steve" Garcia and wife, Shannon; nineteen grandchildren; 13 great- grandchildren; three great-great- grandchildren; siblings, Alfredo Montes and wife, Adella of Whitney, TX, Frederico Montes of Peoria, TX, and Consuelo Abrego of Hillsboro, TX; and many other relatives and friends. Tillie was born in 1930 in Goliad, TX to Pablo and Guadelupe Montes. She and Rev. Garcia moved to Albuquerque where she served at his side as a Pastor's wife. Tillie was a seamstress, making beautiful quilts and loved to take care of the elderly. She loved to work in her rose garden. Tillie was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and sister and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Friends may visit God's House Thursday, May 29, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. till an Evening Memorial Service at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at God's House on Friday, May 30, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. followed by interment at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Christopher Ipiotis, Jr., Valentin Garcia III, Michael Garcia, Steve Garcia, Jr., Elijah John Garcia and Josh Perez. Please visit our online guestbook for Tillie at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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GONZALES, GRACE was born July 29, 1924 in Bernal, New Mexico. She entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 24, 2014. Grace was a former resident of Bernal, New Mexico and moved to Albuquerque in 1956. She was, first and foremost, a homemaker, and was known for her great cooking, sewing and embroidery. In later years, Grace worked for APS as a substitute cook. As well, she did janitorial work for Starline and Guynes Printing. Grace was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Eduvigen Mares; sisters, Inez Toledo, Irene Ratliff, Alice Singleton and Rose Sandoval; brother, Paul Mares; her husband, Raymond Gonzales; infant son; daughters, Rosalie Ann Gonzales and Elizabeth Gonzales-Barreras. Grace is survived by her sisters, Fanny Honest of Albuquerque, Dora Solano of Canon City, CO, Minnie Gurule of Bernal, NM; daughter, Margie Pacheco (Chris); son, Michael Gonzales; daughter, Shirley Gonzales (Tony Chambers) all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Monica Fajardo (Aaron) of Garland, TX, Michael Gonzales Jr, (Nicole), Marc Gonzales (Angelica), Kenneth Pacheco and Marissa Pacheco all of Albuquerque; great grandchildren, Brittney Fajardo, Gilbert Fajardo of Garland, TX, Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Chambers, Joseph Chambers, Angelic Chambers and Leondra Gonzales all of Albuquerque; as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Queen of Heaven Parish, 5311 Phoenix NE. (Near San Mateo and Menaul), on Friday, May 30, 2014. A Rosary will be recited at 12:30 pm and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 pm. Burial will then follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Gonzales Jr., Marc Gonzales, Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Chambers, Kenneth Pacheco and Chris Pacheco. Honorary pallbearers will be Marissa Pacheco, Joseph Chambers, Angelic Chambers and Leondra Gonzales. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. 505-343-8008.
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GREENUP, EDITH PEDERSON Age 90, died May 25, 2014. She was born May 30, 1923 in Plaza, North Dakota. Edith is survived by her children, Sandra Outwater, Reba Griggs-Greenup and husband Frank, Vicki Tweet and husband, Douglas, Scott Greenup and wife, Diane; her grandchildren, Nissa Martinez , Lorin Thomas, Nicholas Tweet and wife, Erica, Bill Tweet, Darell Tweet and Norman Tweet; six great grandchildren and many other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Darell; her parents, Emil and Serina Pederson; her son, Randall and all of her siblings. Edith was a country school teacher as a teenager. She met and married Darell Greenup who served during WW II in the US Army so Edith joined the US Coast Guard serving also during that time. After the war they received their degrees in Education and dedicated their lives to teaching in numerous grade schools where they lived. Mrs. Greenup was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed. She enjoyed games, especially Scrabble and even joined a club where she made many friends. A Celebration of her Life will be Friday, May 30, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Please visit our online guestbook for Edith at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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GUTIERREZ, JOSE "JOE" TRANCITO Age 71, beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Wednesday, May 21, 2014. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. at San Ysidro Catholic Church in Corrales, NM, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE. Pallbearers will be Juan Manzares, David Garcia, Markus Gutierrez, Sam Dominguez, Frank Manzares Jr., and Jacob Gutierrez. Honorary Bearers will be Rudy Romero and Jenaro Garza. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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GUTIERREZ, FERNANDO FILIMON SR. On Wednesday, May 21, 2014 Fernando Sr. peacefully went home with the Lord surrounded by his loving family. Fernando was born November 17, 1943 to Vigilio and Josefita Gutierrez in Old Chilili, N.M. He was a lifelong resident of Chilili, N.M. where he and his loving, devoted wife Ernestina raised 4 children whom he loved very much. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, the love of his life, Ernestina, his three daughters, Josie Archibeque and husband Ken, Lydia Gutierrez and Ernie Quintero, Denise Moya and husband Manuel, one son, who is a reflection of him, Fernando Gutierrez Jr. and Melissa. His grandchildren who were is pride and joy, Kevin, Durae, Chastity, Isaiah, Kenny Ray, Sabrina, Kassandra, Jaidyn, Angel, Andrea and Destiny. His great grandchildren, Robert, Aria (soon to be born), Nathaniel and Christopher. He is also survived by one sister, Rose and eight brothers, Elias, Gilberto, Orlando, Elfigo, Ernest, Frank Manuel and Ray Sr. Many brother and sister in laws, two aunts and one uncle. He had many nephews, nieces and friends that loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vigilio and Josefita and his grandson Fernando Gutierrez III. Fernando proudly served in the U.S. Army and was employed by the Bernalillo County Road Dept. He was a member of Holy Child Catholic parish and the Chilili Land Grant where he was instrumental in preserving and keeping it active. Fernando was one of the first members of the Chilili Rodeo Club which started in 1965. He enjoyed rodeos and his membership never ended even through his illness. Fernando cherished his time with his family, he looked forward to going to the casinos with his sister Rose and brother in law Noe. He always had a good joke to tell and had a sharp mind, nothing got past him. Fernando enjoyed cold mountain weather so that he could fire up the wood stove at home. He will forever be loved and missed. A viewing will be held on Tuesday May 27, 2014 at 6:00 pm at Holy Child Catholic church in Tijeras, N.M., rosary to follow at 7:00 pm. Mass will be held on Wednesday May 28, 2014 10:00 am at San Juan de Nepomuceno church in Chilili, N.M. Interment will take place at the Chilili cemetery after mass. Pallbearers will be, Ken Archibeque, Ernie Quintero, Manuel Moya, Kevin Moya, Isaiah Quintero, Kenny Ray Archibeque, Angel Quintero, Ramon Gutierrez and Noe Gutierrez Jr. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
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HAYES, CORBIN BLAKE Corbin Blake Hayes July 27, 1995 - May 28, 2009 It's hard to believe it's been 5 years since we lost you in the river. It still hurts that you were taken early in life. So much we miss....your blue eyes, your great smile and your fun spirit. We miss seeing you on the football and baseball fields, on the basketball court, and in our backyard. You would be graduating right now with all your friends. Your classmates and Cleveland High School honored you on graduation day, and their 2014 class motto are words you had written. You really left an impact on so many, and you will never be forgotten. We miss and love you so very much and can't wait to see you again. Love your mom, dad, Austen, Garett, and Landry. Hugs from Here to Heaven. "I don't want fifteen minutes of fame. I want a life. I want to choose the best. I know the best are selectively chosen. I will always believe in the ideal. Ideally, the best. I hope to be remembered. Not just recalled. I hope to make a difference. I hope that someday everyone would... Live life to the fullest, live it like today or tomorrow may be your last. One day your life will flash before your eyes, make sure its worth watching." Corbin Hayes
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HEFNER, TEARIL RAY JR. Age 43, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2014. He was a lifelong resident Albuquerque, NM. Tearil enjoyed video games, fishing and hiking; his favorite hobby was cooking for his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tearil Ray Sr. and Loretta Hefner. Tearil is survived by his loving wife, Jamie Hefner; his daughter, Sarah Marie Montoya; two precious grandchildren, AdrianMichael and Anthony Louis Montoya; and his sister, Lori Hefner-Contrell. Tearil will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those whose hearts he touched. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 29, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth Street NW, where a Rosary will be recited at 2:00 p.m. A private cremation will follow. Tearil's care is entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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HEGGEM, PAUL E. A resident of Albuquerque since 1945, passed away May 16, 2014. He was born January 15, 1923 in Longmont, Colorado to Willie Ruth Adams Heggem and John Milford Heggem. His parents and only sibling, Gordon M. Heggem, preceded him in death. He is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Patricia Ann Jones Heggem; son Ronald P. Heggem and wife Janice; daughter Lori Heggem Horn and husband Terry; granddaughter Kyle Reagin, husband Neil, and daughter Kendyl, all of Albuquerque; grandson Bradford Heggem, wife Cicely, children Austin, Alyssa, and Jace, of Gilbert, Arizona; grandson Ryan Horn, of Fort Worth, Texas; granddaughter Kelly Horn, of Dallas, Texas; nieces and nephews; and dearly loved friends. Paul took great pride in his service with the US Coast Guard during WWII. He attended UNM, where he met his wife Patricia, pledged Sigma Chi and was a Lobo cheerleader. His lifelong career began as a delivery boy for Albuquerque Blueprint Co., retiring as an officer and co-owner of the company. Upon retiring, he enjoyed working part-time as a realtor. Paul humbly served his community including the Albuquerque Jaycees, Boys Club of America, United Way, and the Albuquerque City Planning Commission. Paul's earlier years were filled with woodworking, singing, dancing, fishing, poker, the Dallas Cowboys, music, reading, photography and his beloved dachshunds. He was a good friend to many. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Thursday, May 29, 10:30 a.m. at FRENCH Wyoming Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Albuquerque Salvation Army, 4301 Bryn Mawr Dr. NE 87107. Please visit our online guestbook for Paul at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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HOCHLA, PETER K. 33 year Albuquerque resident Dr. Peter K. Hochla, Col, USAF, retired, died on May 23, 2014 doing what he loved most: flying. Born in Bratislava, Slovakia, he immigrated to the U.S. as a child. He attended Oklahoma City University, and the University of Oklahoma Medical School. During his psychiatric residency at OU he met his wife of 35 years, fellow psychiatrist Dr. Cheryl Greene Hochla. Relocating to Albuquerque with his family in 1981, Dr. Hochla was a psychiatrist at the Albuquerque Veteran's Hospital until his "retirement" in 2008. He served with the NM Air National Guard at Kirtland AFB for 21 years, including as State Air Surgeon of NM. After retiring from the Guard, he continued to serve in the USAF Reserves at Luke AFB in Phoenix, AZ. In 1991 he earned an MBA at UNM. Despite his retirement, Dr. Hochla continued to see patients all over NM, flying in his small airplane to VA clinics in Artesia, Farmington, Gallup, Raton, and Silver City. He also saw patients at the NM state prisons. For over 10 years he flew to clinics 3-5 days a week. He is survived by his wife Cheryl; daughter Laura; son Tyler; grandson Sebastian; granddaughter Fiona; sister Inez; & brother Victor. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the Aircraft Owners and Pilot's Association. A private, family memorial will be held at a later date.
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LANDAU, MARCIA It's the end of an era. We aready miss you. Bob and Norma
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LANDAU, MARCIA ELLEN GOODMAN Died May 23rd, 2014. She was 73 years old. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, David; her son, Neil; her daughter Michelle; her son-in-law, Brian; and her three grandchildren, Alexis, Emmaleah and Jacob; and extended family, students, clients and colleagues. Marcia Landau was the standard bearer for empathy, warmth, compassion unconditional positive regard, gentleness and a quiet calm strength which she exuded to all those around her. Everyone who knew her was touched by her. Marcia was born in the Bronx on November 20, 1940. She received her Bachelors degree in Psychology from Queens College in 1960, her Masters degree in Psychology from the University of Miami in 1963, her Ph.D. in Counseling from the University of Florida in 1971, her American Board of Professional Psychology Diplomate in 1980 and completed a second Masters degree in English Literature in 2002 from the University of New Mexico. In the 70s she worked at the Albuquerque Child Guidance Center and began her private practice with Gail Feldman, Ph.D and David Rosenstein, M.D. She began working as an Adjunct Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at UNM at this time. She continued this association until her death. From the mid 80s to the early 90s, she was the editor of The Psychologist, the newsletter for the state Psychology Association. In 1991 she co-authored with Robert Klein, Ph.D., "Healing the Body Betrayed", a self paced guide to assist people with chronic illness. She helped create the New Mexico Psychoanalytic Society at this time. Her work on her second masters degree led to another expertise in psychoanalytic interpretations of writers and their literature. She presented these interpretations at the International Psychoanalytic Study of the Arts meetings held in Russia, Poland, Spain, Italy and England. As a therapist, Dr. Landau was considered the gold standard for empathy, compassion and psychoanalytic psychotherapy in New Mexico. The void created by Dr. Landau's death will be unfillable. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, May 30th, 2014, Nahalat Shalom, 3606 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107, 505-343-8227.
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MAESE, TONY Tony Maese packed a lot in his 51 years: four children, a big loving family, an endless array of passions and a huge network of friends. He died on May 24, having rarely missed an opportunity to laugh. Our lives are no doubt quieter without him, but he leaves our hearts full. Tony approached everything he did with boundless enthusiasm, summoning the same intensity to map a heart's electrical circuits at work as he did helping rewire a buddy's house on the weekend. Born July 23, 1962 in Bellflower, Calif., he lived all but the first year of his life in Albuquerque. Tony attended classes at Del Norte High School (occasionally) before he started a family with a beautiful blonde he met at Bonzana restaurant, Cindy Maese. The couple raised four children as Tony worked his way through a winding career path, baking bread, sweeping parking lots, doing maintenance work, before he entered the medical field. After attending Pima Medial Institute, Tony worked in nearly every hospital in town, doing everything from X-rays to cardiac procedures and befriending people from every walk of life along the way. Tony never met a stranger. He'd charm stressed-out doctors in the day and then bring a homeless man home for dinner in the evening. Tony lived for his next adventure and collected a smattering of hobbies -- motorcycles, toy helicopters, cooking, among them. He dabbled in so many disciplines that he developed a degree of expertise in everything from plumbing to aviation. He even bought a small plane once when his wife wasn't looking. The skills made him an intriguing conversationalist who was generous with his time, his talent and his storytelling. Also, he continued to ride a skateboard to an age that embarrassed his children. With his boisterous laugh and big heart, Tony was the focal point of nearly any room he entered. He entertained, he comforted, and he cracked jokes. He was inappropriate, goofy and completely infectious. A memorial service and reception will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Road, NE. In lieu of flowers, donations are welcomed for the Tony Maese Memorial Fund at tonymaese.com Tony is survived by his father, Joe David Maese; sister Connie Chee and husband Ray; sister Wanda Maese; brother Sam Maese and wife Grace; son Rick and wife Erin; son Andy and wife Aileen; son Joey; daughter Christa; grandson Arie; and Cindy Maese, with whom he was married for 32 years. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and friends, who all promise to keep the party going late. He would've wanted it that way.
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MCCORMICK, DAVID M. Age 67, a resident of Albuquerque since 1971, died suddenly Tuesday, May 20th, 2014. He is survived by his spouse of 42 years, Gayle, of Albuquerque; children, Megan McCormick of Albuquerque, Adam McCormick of Austin, TX, Kyle McCormick of New York, NY, and Todd MacNaughton, of Washington State; grandchildren Madeline Blake, Jack Vagi and Henry Vagi, all of Albuquerque, and Zoe MacNaughton of Washington; five brothers, Richard and wife, Leslie of Newport, WA, Mike and wife, Susan of Huntington Beach, CA, Peter and wife, Linda of Newport, WA, James of CA, and Steve and wife, Helen of Newport, WA; and he has nine nieces and nephews. David was raised in Hawaii and loved his time near the water. He had many hobbies, including fly-fishing, sailing, hunting, painting, miniature ship building and his latest, astronomy. He loved to travel. David was an Army helicopter pilot and served in Vietnam. He was owner of Hydra-Crete, Inc., which he started in the early 70's. David also served in the Coast Guard Auxiliary. He was a loving father, grandfather, husband, and friend and he will be missed by many. Services will be held Thursday, May 29 at 3:00 p.m. at FRENCH-Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the National Diabetes Association. Please visit our online guestbook for David at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Wed May 28, 2014
MILES, CYNTHIA MARGARET Age 64, of Belen, left this Earth and joined her Heavenly Father on Sunday, May 25, 2014. She is survived by her father, Lloyd Miles; her daughter, Lisa Rowland and husband, Ken; her sister, Catherine Minette Brooks and husband, Les; her granddaughter, Amber Rowland; and many other loving family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Bettye Miles; as well as her grandfather, John E. Miles, former governor of New Mexico. She was born and raised in Farmington, later in life moving to the Albuquerque area where she spent much of her career as a paralegal. She was a gifted artist and had an incredible heart. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH - University. Friends and family may visit beginning at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Santa Fe Memorial Gardens in Santa Fe. Please visit the online guest book for Cynthia at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
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PATTERSON, HUBERT H. (PAT) JR. Hubert H. (Pat) Patterson Jr. died peacefully in his home on May 15, 2014, surrounded by his many books and near his cherished airplanes. He was born to Pearl D. and Hubert H. Patterson Sr. in a hospital in Nashville, Tennessee on January 16, 1921, because there was no doctor in the small town of Davidson where his family was living. From a young age Pat demonstrated his talents with all things mechanical. As a teenager he purchased a Model T for $5.00. It was in pieces in a farmer's field, so Pat reassembled it and he had his first car. He received a degree in Physics from Tennessee Polytechnic Institute and then joined the Navy, where, because of his skill and interest with radios, he was chosen to work as a radio and radar man. After the war, he went to China Lake, California to work at the Naval Ordinance Test Station. It was there that Pat met and fell in love with the beautiful and intelligent Hilda G. Spivey. He dated her for two weeks, before deciding that she was the woman of his dreams, so he proposed and they married four months later. The following year, Pat accepted a job at Sandia Labs, so the newlyweds moved to Albuquerque in 1948. Pat worked for Sandia Labs for 28 years, managing various departments including Electronic Systems, Field Test Projects, Strategic Systems and Nuclear Testing. One of his fondest memories from his time at Sandia Labs was when he went to The White House and met with Sherman Adams, the Chief of Staff for President Eisenhower, to show him the microphone and detection device that Pat had developed with his team to reproduce the spy microphone that the Russians had placed in the Great Seal of the US in the US Embassy in Moscow. Work was interesting, but hobbies were more fun so during those years, Pat was a ham-radio operator, a white water rafter and, in 1959, he realized his dream of becoming a pilot. Flying became and remained Pat's passion (second only to his love for Hilda). In 1965, he became a flight instructor and thereafter was better able to share the joy of flying with others. After retirement, Pat and Hilda spent the next 15 years dividing their time between travel to Mexico and Oregon and homes in Cedar Key, Florida; Livingston, Tennessee and Albuquerque. They returned full time to New Mexico in 1991, when they moved to Mid-Valley Air Park. This community was a dream-come-true for Pat and Hilda. Pat delighted in being surrounded by airplanes and the people who love them and he and Hilda quickly became active and much loved members of the community. Pat was very active in the EAA Young Eagles Program, with its goal of introducing young people to aviation and he flew over 300 missions in the program. At age 80, Pat qualified for the UFO's (United Flying Octogenarians) and he continued flying and working on his planes until very recently. As one friend said, "He certainly used the whole runway!" Everywhere Pat lived, he touched people. He was generous with his time and with his numerous talents. He was frequently quiet, but he could also be incredibly humorous, with his dry and intelligent wit. He was charming and he was a gentleman. He will be greatly missed. Pat is survived by his sons, Robert Alan and Thomas Reed Patterson of Albuquerque; his daughter, Dana Patterson Roth and son-in-law, John Roth of Placitas; and his grandchildren, Kyndra Anne Patterson Roth and Micah Reed Patterson Roth of St. Paul, Minnesota. He was pre-deceased by his father Hubert Sr. in 1975, his mother Pearl, in 1978, his beloved wife Hilda, in 1999 and his sister, Gloria Lakin in 2002. The family wishes to thank the many wonderful friends Pat has, especially those in Mid-Valley, who have been like part of the family. We will forever be grateful for the love and kindness you have shown our father/grandfather. A gathering for friends and family will be held at 4601 B South Elaine Drive in Los Lunas on Saturday, May 31, starting with a "missing man formation" at 8:15 a.m. and ceremony to follow. For more information email: patpattersonmemorial@gmail.com If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Mid-Valley Air Park/EAA Building Fund, through which the joy of aviation will continue to be shared with future generations. Write checks to: MVAP Building Fund; 11 East-West Drive; Los Lunas, NM 87031. Please specify that it is in memoriam of HH Patterson.
Published on: Wed May 28, 2014
ROMERO, BOLESLO M. "LOLO" 1917-2014 Boleslo M. Romero, "Lolo", age 96, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, passed away in an auto accident near Los Lunas, NM on Wednesday morning, May 21, 2014. Boleslo was born in 1917 and raised in Los Lunas, NM. Boleslo attended school in Los Lunas and later served in the Civilian Conservation Corps (the CCC Camps) at the end of the Depression. After leaving the CCC Camps, he enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II. Soon after his enlistment, he transferred to the U.S. Army Air Corps which later became the U.S. Air Force. He flew in the U.S. Fifteenth Air Force as a flight engineer out of North Africa and later in Italy. His bomber group, the 454th Bombardment Group, was involved in a number of dangerous missions which included the bombing of the Ploesti Oil Fields in Romania and the German aircraft factories in Austria. He received the rare distinguished unit citation from the President of the United States for the B-24 raid over the German Messerschmitt factory at Bad Vaslau, Austria in April 1944 which greatly contributed to the fall of the Third Reich. The DUC is only awarded to a handful of combat units for rare gallantry in the face of enemy fire. Boleslo was only required to fly 24 missions but flew 28 instead. He was on his way back to the front for a second tour of duty when the war ended in Europe. He was a highly decorated airmen who served his country like so many others of his generation. He was very proud to be a veteran and he was wearing his favorite Fifteenth Air Force baseball cap when he died. It was a remarkable generation that survived the Great Depression and the World War. This generation valued honesty, hard work, and being responsible, helpful, and fair. They learned to give so very much at an early age and they learned the joys of service to others and to a grateful nation. They risked their very lives that we may now all live and breathe in a free country. We will sorely miss them. After the war, Boleslo married Dora M. Debaca from Jemez, NM who was in the Women's Auxiliary Army Corps during the war and later, a school teacher first in Jemez then Corrales for Sandoval County and then in Albuquerque. She retired in 1976 after 36 years of service. They were married 68 years until her death in the fall of 2013 at the age of almost 96. They lived in the North Valley of Albuquerque and were active members of Guadalupe Parish until 1965. Boleslo served with the U.S. Post Office as a mail carrier until 1976 when he retired after 27 years of service. Boleslo and Dora moved to Los Lunas in 1967 and later to Abeytas, NM in the 1970's. They moved back to Los Lunas in 1986 and lived there for the rest of their lives. They were always active in their local churches and were mayordomos of the little church in Abeytas. They were also members of numerous charitable organizations too numerous to mention. He was preceded in death by his father, Andres A. Romero III and his mother, Emilia "Perla" Romero, were both residents of Los Lunas, NM; paternal grandparents, Andres A. Romero II and Rosita Baca, daughter of the distinguished Roman Baca family, were both residents of Los Lunas; maternal grandfather, Boleslo Romero, member of the First NM State Senate and prominent businessman of Los Lunas; maternal grandmother, Refugia Chavez also of Los Lunas and Tome; and his brother Andy, a veteran of WWII. Boleslo is survived by his two sons, both engineers, Boleslo Romero and his wife, Katherine Manuelito-Romero and Albert Romero and his wife, Anne Padgett; three grandsons, Boleslo Romero of Santa Barbara, CA and his partner, Tamara Bray, Lt. Matthew Romero and his wife, Sarah of Colorado Springs, CO and TSgt Ross Romero and his fiancee, Sarah Plunk, both of Stillwater, OK; great-grandson, Landon, son of Matthew and Sarah Romero; two sisters, Minerva Romero and Soveida Gonzales. He is also survived by numerous nephews, nieces, grand-nephews and grand-nieces of the Romero, Gonzales, Gallegos, Debaca, and Cuellar families; cousins, Connie, Don and Fred Romero of Albuquerque; and devoted friends included, Cecilia Castillo, Charles and Lorraine Chavez, and many others. All services will be held at the San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas, on Friday, May 30th beginning with a Viewing at 9:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 10:00 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at10:30 a.m. Burial with military honors follows the service at the San Clemente Catholic Cemetery just south of Main Street on Chavez Lane. A reception for the public will be held at the San Clemente Parish Hall immediately after the burial services are concluded. Sign Boleslo's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main Street, Belen, NM Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM
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SHEETS, CHRISTOPHER LEE Age 55, of Albuquerque, NM passed away at his home on Sunday, May 18, 2014. Christopher was born May 29, 1958 in Albuquerque to Robert and Betsy (Sullivan) Sheets. He was a lifetime resident of Albuquerque. Christopher was a member of the Calvary Church in Albuquerque. He was a member of the NM Water Well Contactors Association. Christopher was a 1976 graduate of Valley High School and he was a multi-degreed graduate of the University of New Mexico. Christopher was preceded in death by his parents; wife Teri Sheets and brother Phil Coffin. He is survived by his finance Cynthia Tyson of Albuquerque; daughter Christie Lee Sheets of Las Vegas, VN; sisters Donna Coffin of AZ, Roberta Mikus and her husband Kenny of Albuquerque, Sharla Geist of CA and Darla Lee Sheets and Ray Lopez of Albuquerque; grandchildren Terrilinda Tullis and Priscilla Tullis, affectionately called 'Mira' and 'Lilly' by their poppy Chris; uncle Phil Sheets and his wife Pam; and numerous nieces, nephews and aunts and uncles. There will be a Service celebrating Christopher's life on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 2:00PM at the Chester T. French Memorial Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park in Albuquerque with AFD Chaplin Patrick McKinney officiating. Burial will take place at the Sunset Memorial Park following the service. Arrangements entrusted to: Harris-Hanlon Mortuary "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
Published on: Wed May 28, 2014
VIGIL, ROSIE Age 92, a longtime resident of the Albuquerque area died surrounded by her family on Sunday, May 25, 2014. She is preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, Ruben; and sisters, Maclovia Sanchez and Amalia Vigil. Rosie is survived by her brother, Levi Chavez and wife, Tita; son, Rudy Vigil and wife, Loretta; daughters, Viola Gurule and husband, Harold, Dedie Marquez and husband, Gabe, Yolanda Alvarado and husband, Albert, and Lucille Baca all of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her special friend Jack Edmondson, and special friends from the Aspens. Rosary will be recited Thursday, May 29, 2014, 8:00 a.m., followed by the Mass at 9:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th St. NW. Interment will take place at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will include Arthur Gurule, Robert Marquez, Orlando Marquez, Donald Gurule, Andrew Sanchez and Ed Duvall. Please visit our online guestbook for Rosie at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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WALKER ROBERT HOWARD JR. 1971-2014 On Thursday, May 22, 2014 Robert Howard Walker Jr. a resident of Los Lunas, NM passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the age of 43. Robert's many joys in life were spending time helping coach his son's football team, watching his daughter play the many sports she's involved in and visiting with his family at church. Robert is preceded in death by his young son, Marcos Walker Lopez; and sister, Margaret Ann Walker. Robert will be adoringly remembered by his wife and best friend, Susan Lopez Walker; their two precious children, Anaylssa and Nicholas; his parents, Anna Torres, Leo and Rosa Torres, Albert and Martha Lopez; sister, Claudia Torres; brother, Vincent Torres; his brother-in-laws, Albert Jr. and Gabriel Lopez, Jeremy and Angelic Shaw. Robert will be profoundly missed by his numerous nieces and nephews, Ashley, Mikayla, Leah, Alicia, Marisa, Andrea, Monique, Christopher and Dominic; his "brothers" Josh Chavez and Ray Pinon. A prayer service will be held Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at Romero's Funeral Home in Belen. A mass of Christian burial to honor Robert's life on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. at Calvary Chapel New Harvest in Los Lunas with Pastor David Maestas presiding. Special thanks to the nursing staff and physicians of Presbyterian Hospital and Kindred Hospital for their exceptional care and dedication. Sign Robert's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main Street, Belen, NM
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