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BAUMGARTEL, HOWARD JOHN III John took his last breath at the end of a beautiful September day filled by the love of his family and friends. John was born on February 1, 1948. His brief and courageous battle with cancer is over. John was a man of grace, a man of honor, and, as his friend and colleague so aptly stated "John was, quite simply, the finest man I ever knew." John was many things, but most of all he was a contribution. John obtained his Master's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan. You could always hear John say 'Go Blue' as he walked through any airport and saw a fellow Wolverine. He worked for Union Carbide in Buffalo, NY before moving to Santa Fe, starting M&E Engineering with his partner, Tom Cummins. John did the mechanical and electrical design on countless buildings throughout New Mexico and southern Colorado-- including New Mexico's original State Library, Palace of the Governors, Santa Fe Opera, and St. John's College. John did environmental work in the 1970's-- making a difference to keep buildings healthy for the people living and working in them. John was committed to protecting the earth, resources and natural beauty. He took a passionate stand for non-violent conflict resolution all of his life. John's love of life was evident in everything he did. His most special moments were sailing, and spending time with his family and lifelong friends on his beloved Higgins Lake, Michigan, or fly-fishing on the Tarryall River, Colorado. John loved music. He could be found mowing a field with headphones in his ears, or sitting at his desk listening to Eric Clapton, John Lee Hooker, Bonnie Raitt, Art Farmer, or the Rolling Stones. He saw the Beatles, live, in 1965. When the music started, John was ready to dance. John shared all that he loved unselfishly with those he held dear--his children, his professional colleagues, his friends--and especially his grandchildren whom he always had time for. John will be deeply missed by his loving wife Carol; sister Mona and her husband John DeBeer; his brother Tom and his wife Joyce Whelchel; daughter Elaine Baumgartel; son Jeremiah Baumgartel and his wife Sara; Carol's son Croft and his wife Stephanie Elsaesser, Carol's son Niko Alley; and Carol's son Shaylor Alley and his partner Kate. John is also survived by his grandchildren Madeleine, Walker, Cruz, and Soren Alley; Caven, Caden, and Tate Elsaesser; and Clara Baumgartel. In addition, he is survived by his niece Sylvie Baumgartel, and his nephew Duke Baumgartel; his many dear friends and colleagues including Jerry Watts, Ann Quarles, Michel Fidel, Tom and Deb Cummins, and Michael Huvane. His special hiking partners, Belle and Murphy, are lost without him. A special thanks goes to his team of doctors at the UNM Cancer Center and UNM Hospital where his care was extraordinary. Donations in John's name can be made to Sierra Club or Higgins Lake Foundation. A memorial for John will be held Saturday, October 25th, in the Great Hall of St. John's College, Santa Fe, at 3:30pm.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
BRADLEY, WILLIAM HENRY William H. Bradley, age 94, born 1920, in Shamokin, PA, passed peacefully in his sleep on October 1, 2014, in Albuquerque, NM where he had made his home for the past 49 years. The funeral Mass will be held at 10am Saturday morning at the St. Thomas Aquinas Newman Center. Mr. Bradley was a veteran and had been a proud member of the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. He taught Economics at the University of Albuquerque for over 20 years and had his own CPA practice. Mr. Bradley was preceded in death by his first wife (of 28 years) Patricia Anne Saunders Bradley. He is survived by his second wife (of 35 years), Phongsiri Bradley. He is also survived by eight children, Gerard (and wife Joan), Mary Ellen (and husband James Harrison), William, James, Joseph (and wife Christine), Christopher, Virginia, and Thomas (and wife Janet); by thirteen grandchildren, Joseph, Marika (Benavidez), Joel, Ian, Krista (Feikle), Andrew, Heather, Kevin, Patricia, Johnny, John, Joey, and Amber; and by five great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to one of Mr. Bradley's favorite charities, The Sierra Club or The Animal Humane Association.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
CHAVEZ, CORINE MALDONADO was born December 29, 1926 in Albuquerque, "Atrisco", New Mexico. She passed away Monday, September 29, 2014 at the age of 88. Corine will be remembered as a loving and caring, mom and grandmother who also loved to cook and dance. As well, she was a dedicated and long-time member of the Catholic Church. Corine was preceded in death by her parents, Jesus and Rosarita Maldonado; brothers, Antancio and Eddie Maldonado; sisters, Lucia Maldonado and Beatrice "BB" Chavez; son, Richard Martinez; daughter-in-law, Ruthie Maldonado and grandson, Simeon Maldonado. She is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Julian Chavez; brother Tony Maldonado; children, Frank Maldonado, Dolores Strange and husband LD, Peter Maldonado and wife Loretta, Steve Chavez and wife Andrea, Julian Chavez Jr., Lori Solis and husband Manuel; 24 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at St. Josephs on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Josephs Ave. NW. on Monday, October 6, 2014. A Rosary will be recited at 8:15 am with the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 9:00 am. Peter Maldonado will serve as urn bearer. Burial will then take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:15 pm. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to St. Vincent de Paul of St. Joseph Church/Corine Chavez, 5901 St. Josephs Ave. NW. ABQ., NM. 87120. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
CRAWFORD, MARGARET A. Margaret A. Crawford passed away on Monday, September 29, 2014, at the age of 87. She was born Margaret Ruth Arnold on January 13, 1927, in Lexington, SC, to Colie Arnold. She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, William J. Crawford, Sr. (Bill); three children, daughter, Terry Perez; sons, Mark Crawford and Randy Crawford and his wife, Amy of Amarillo, TX; grandchildren, Tamara Perez and Johnny Rose, Daniel Perez and Kimberly Shields, Leef Crawford, Shannon Crawford and Dovie Decktor, Luke Crawford and Sarah Hill-Coats, Cody Crawford and Stormie Sanchez, Kaila and Rance Burrus, Kyle and Ashlee Crawford, Cory Crawford and Clay Crawford; ten great-grandchildren, Tabytha, Talyn, Robert, Amanda, Jordan, Jessica, Drew, Chase, Hunter, June; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Colie Arnold; brothers, Robert and Jake Arnold; sister, Vermelle Eargle; son, William J. Crawford, Jr. (Billy) and his wife, Susan Crawford; and grandson, Shamash Crawford. In addition to her job of loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Margaret was employed at Sandia National Laboratories for 32 years. She was outgoing and loved life. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Services will be Saturday, October 4, 2014, 1:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas with visitation one hour prior. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd NE. Please visit our online guest book for Margaret at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
FLORIO, JOSEPH J. Joseph J. Florio, age 81, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2014, after a long illness, with his loving family and friends by his side. Born in New York City on 23 February 1933, as a young man, Joe worked long, hard hours as a longshoreman to earn enough money to move his bride, Pamela, from England to Albuquerque in 1962 where he remained a life long resident. Joe was particularly proud of his service in the U.S. Army and as a retired police officer and detective with the Albuquerque Police Department. As a business owner of The Little Battery shop in southwest Albuquerque, Joe was known to be a generous and fair man. Joe is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Pamela, who he shared his life with and who selflessly cared for him during his long illness; his sister, Pat and her husband Tom; daughters, Coral and her husband Rick, Heidi and Rebecca; sons, Carl and his wife Debbie and Adam and his wife Cathy; grandchildren, Michael, Jr. (Elise), James, Zane, Jessie and Ryan; daughter-in-law, Debbie; many of his battery shop customers, and countless special friends. His son, Michael, preceded him in death. Joe touched many lives with his quick wit and sense of humor, his love, strength, and a sense of doing what was right and fair. Perhaps one of his most outstanding qualities was his generosity. No matter what his own circumstances, he would help someone in need and affected the lives of those he touched. He will be missed very much. His confidence in the resurrection hope was strong to the very end. The family is comforted by the words in Revelation 21:4, " . . . and, He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore." A Memorial will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 8904 Menaul Blvd NE at 12:00 pm on Saturday, 4 Oct. 2014.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
GONZALES, ARTHUR age 62, passed away on September 25, 2014 in Albuquerque. He is survived by his son, Eric; mother of his son, Mary Beth; sisters, Priscilla Gonzales, Maria Gonzales, Dora Harris; brothers, Henry Gonzales and wife Vicki, Carlos Gonzales and wife Sally, Raymond Gonzales and wife Betty; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by this parents Stella and Carlos Gonzales, two sisters and six brothers. Memorial service will be held Saturday, October 4, 2014 at Saint Anne Church, 1400 Arenal Rd SW, with a Rosary being recited at 9:30am followed by the funeral Mass at 10:00am. Interment will be held at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
GRANT, OSCAR ORVILLE Oscar Orville Grant went to be with the Lord on September 30, 2014 having lived a long life of 98 years. Oscar was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Grant who passed 26 years ago. He is survived by his daughter, Peggy Brock; his son, Richard Grant; seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Matthew, Tammy, Brady, Letitia, Andrew, and Jordan; and his 11 great- grandchildren, Brittanie, Issac, Austin, Eric, Domanic, Steven, Joshua, Elijah, Justin, Jacob, and Jayden. Oscar attended school in Colorado which is where he met his wife. He obtained an Accounting degree and served in the Navy in World War II. He was a Railway Mail Clerk for most of his working career. He also was a supervisor for the Albuquerque Post Office. During his retirement years, he spent working part-time at most of the major bakeries in Albuquerque. As a young man he climbed the highest peaks in New Mexico and Colorado. In later life he could be found walking miles along the ditch banks. He was a faithful member of Harwood United Methodist Church most of his 60 plus years in Albuquerque. He did all the repairs and maintenance of the church for many years, as well as serving as an usher and various accounting duties. His family enjoyed his unbelievable pies made from his apricot and apple trees. He will be loved and missed greatly by his family and friends. Services will be held Saturday, October 4, 2014, 11:30 a.m., at FRENCH - Wyoming. Friends may visit beginning at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Please visit our online guestbook for Oscar at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
GRAY, VICTOR M. IN MEMORIAM Aug 6, 1943 - Oct 3, 2010 We love you and miss you. Rae and family
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
HILL, JOE was born in Lawton, OK on Jan. 25, 1941 to Roy and Stella Hill. He passed away on Sept. 27, 2014. He is survived by his wife Barbara of Albuquerque, NM; daughter Della Harden and her husband Kelly of Edmond, OK; daughter Lisa Eastridge and her husband Kendall of Oklahoma City; daughter Sally Ray and her husband Tim of Moore, OK; son Craig Hill of Mckinney, TX; son Michael Hill of Oklahoma City; sister Geneva Reaid of Brownstown, MI; brother John Hill and his wife Jeannie of Rancho Palos Verde, CA; and brother Jim Hill and his wife Lynn of Richmond, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Stella Hill, son Todd Hill and sister Lois Hollinsworth. He has 13 grandkids and ten great-grandkids. Joe grew up in Lawton, OK and graduated from Lawton High School in 1960. He was a retired electrician. He spent over 50 years as a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union working all over the country. He retired in Albuquerque, NM in 2004. In retirement he loved golf and was an avid carpenter. Separate memorial services are being held in Albuquerque and Oklahoma City.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
REID, EDNA PEARL (HICKMAN) Age 69, passed away Monday, September 29, 2014. Her laugh was infectious. Her smile made us all smile in return. She always had a story for you. We called her the FBI because she would question strangers and get their life story while standing in line at the grocery store. She didn't have much, but she loved everyone and everything around her. She loved us completely and always let us know it. The best mom, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend anyone could ask for. She was born in Las Vegas, NM to Bill and Helen Reid. She grew up in Santa Fe and eventually moved to Espanola. She is survived by her children Timothy (Leslie) Hickman, Carlton (Elaine) Hickman, Marjorie (Mike) O'Neill, Adam Hickman, Ira Hickman, Jolene (Russell) Herring, Julie Hickman, Donna White; the Gonzales clan; sisters Jean (Jack) Jones, Joan Reid, Violet (Larry) Brogden, Pat (John) Glass; 17 grandchildren; her nine great-grand children; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her children, Randy Hickman and Suzy Hickman; her parents; and siblings John, Margaret Alta, Stella, Bill and Mary. She will be missed and loved forever. Services for her will be on Saturday, October 4th at 1pm at the family graveyard in Glorieta with a celebration of her life to follow at 3656 Mimbres Lane in Santa Fe.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
REINA, JOHN MICHAEL 1943 - 2014 A loving husband, dear friend and amazing person went to be with the Lord on September 17, 2014. He is survived by his wife Ludmila Reina. John will be remembered for his love, compassion, generosity and big heart. Rest in peace dear John. You will be forever loved and greatly missed by all of us. A Memorial service for John will be held Saturday, October 4, 2014 at 3:00pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Byzantine Catholic Church, 1837 Alvarado Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Thursday, October 9th at 1:30 pm.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
SANCHEZ, EVA Born June 22, 1925, died August 20, 2014. Memorial Mass will be celebrate on Saturday, October 4th at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE at 11:00am. Burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, October 6th at 10:30am.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
SANCHEZ, CATHERINE age 52, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, went to heaven on Saturday, September 27, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 17, 1962 to Robert and Priscilla Sanchez. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed spending time with her companion Gale Johnson, spending time outdoors, traveling and living life. Catherine enjoyed working at Home Goods as operations manager. She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Fernando and Lucinda Sanchez, Candido and Eufrasia Maldonado, and Felipe Maldonado; uncles: Emiliano and Nestor Maldonado, Chester and Chrisencio Sanchez; aunts: Lucy Salazar, Lorraine Perea, and Frances Sanchez. She was a lifelong catholic. She is survived by her father and mother: Robert & Priscilla Sanchez; grandmother: Edelia Maldonado; children: Christopher Segura (stepson), Marina Padilla and husband Angelo, Cristal Sanchez Segura; grandchildren: Eric, Natalia and Nadia Padilla; brothers and sisters: Leonard Sanchez; Bobby Sanchez and wife Pam, Gina Sanchez Romero and husband Andy; godchildren: Lawrence Aragon and Amber Sanchez; along with four nephews; eight great-nephews; four nieces; and six great-nieces. All services will be held at Holy Family Parish, 532 Atrisco SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. Rosary service will be held on Friday, October 3, 2014 at 7:00pm. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at 9:00am. Pallbearers: Bobby Sanchez, Leonard Sanchez, Lawrence Aragon and Christopher Segura. Reception to follow at Holy Family Parish Hall. Arrangements are under the direction of Reflections Funeral of Life Celebrations, 2400 Washington St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. 505-884-5777. www.reflectionoflife.com.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
STITH, MICHAEL Age 69, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2014. A Rosary will be recited Saturday, October 4, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM. Interment will be Monday, October 6, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-891-9192
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
WEBB, ROBERTA ARMSTEAD Mom, Madea, It's been 20 years since you left us and Though your smile is gone forever, And your hand we cannot touch, We still have many memories of the one we loved so much. Those memories are our keepsake with which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts. Love, your family.
Published on: Fri October 03, 2014
