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SORRELL -- Madelyn Martin Sorrell, beloved mother and friend, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2009, after a long and valiant struggle with muscle disease. She is survived by her brother, Kenneth Martin; three children: John, Angela, and Lincoln; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and by several treasured friends. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Priscilla. She was born in Topeka, Kansas on July 2, 1927 and lived in San Diego, Denver and Cleveland before moving to Albuquerque in 1966. She worked at Sandia Laboratories from 1976 to 1993. Madelyn's zest for life, shining smile, and gentle yet strong nature will be missed by all who knew her. Services will be held at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 9315 Candelaria Rd. N.E., Albuquerque, NM, on Thursday, November 19, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. 
Published on: Fri November 20, 2009
AGUILAR -- Avelina (Rojo) (Garcia), died peacefully on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 in Santa Barbara, CA. She was born in San Marcial, NM on March 21, 1906. As a young woman, she survived the big flood which led to her move to Albuquerque where she spent most of her life. During her retirement years, Avelina enjoyed chatting with friends and senior center activities especially square dancing where she met her third husband, Fidel Aguilar. They spent 10 happy years square dancing until his death in 1982. She moved to California in 1989 to be closer to family. Avelina had a zest for life and an independent mind. She helped many people in her life time. She had a wonderful sense of humor and was loving, gracious and kind. She will be missed. Avelina was preceded in death by her young daughter, Nestorita; her husbands, Tomas Garcia and Fidel Aguilar. Avelina is survived by her son, Luciano (Rose) Sedillo, her former daughter-in-law, Catherine Sedillo, her grandchildren, Michael Sedillo, Donna Sedillo, Mark (Susan) Sedillo, Anthony (Terri) Sedillo, Sharon Gumataotao; ten great-grandchildren and her cousin, Pauline Layne. The viewing will be held at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Chapel on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a graveside prayer and burial at 11:30 a.m. Published on: Thu November 19, 2009
ARMIJO -- Francisco Teodoro "Ted" Armijo, a lifetime resident of Alameda, passed away at home at the age of 93 on Monday, November 16, 2009 surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Angelina Alarid Armijo; his children, Frank Armijo (wife Patsy), Ronnie Armijo (wife Haleen), Gina Olivas (husband Ron), and Roseann Hoisington. Ted's descendants consist of 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Ted graduated from Albuquerque High School and then went on to serve in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He worked in various fields including real estate and agriculture and retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 30 years of service. He was a parishioner of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Alameda and an active volunteer participating in many church committees including: a member of the parish council, church celebrations, school building campaign, a member of the Holy Name Society, and was a well known usher for many years. Ted's greatest love was God and his family. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass led by Bishop Arthur Tafoya on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at 12:00 Noon at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. N. E. The interment will follow the Mass at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Ted www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 Published on: Thu November 19, 2009
AUSTEN -- Gregg Daniel Austen, 53, a resident of Albuquerque since 1985, died Monday, November 16, 2009 after an extended illness. Born October 24, 1956 in Jamaica, New York, he worked for the family business, Budget Insurance, in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his father, Alfred D. Austen, his brother, Doug Austen, his children, Steven Austen and Jill Miller, all of Albuquerque; his aunt Lois Cutts Sullivan, uncle Bob Sullivan and cousin Wayne Sullivan of Los Lunas; uncle Don Austen, Aunt Mary Ellen Austen and Aunt Lila McKenna; cousins Phillip, Daniel, Michael and Brian McKenna, of Florida; and Donald and Clifford Austen of New York. Gregg was preceded in death by his mother, Laurene Cutts Austen. A visitation will be held for Gregg on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at French-Lomas Location, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Interment will be at a later date at St. John's Cemetery in Queens, New York. Please visit our online guestbook for Gregg at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 Published on: Thu November 19, 2009
BACA -- Lamberto Baca, age 92, of Albuquerque, NM awoke in the presence of his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Lamberto was born to Emiterio and Dolores (Lopez) Baca in Puerto de Luna, NM on August 7, 1917. Lamberto was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who served his country proudly in World War II in the US Army and was an active member of the American Legion Post #13. He worked for Texaco as a tanker driver and retired from Sandia Labs. Lamberto was a long time member of St. Anne's Catholic Church since 1946. He enjoyed carpentry, fishing, learned and played guitar by ear and taught his sons to play as well. Lamberto was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and 2 sisters. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary, his children; Eileen Vivian and husband Felix, John Baca and wife Eileen, Jim Baca, eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, five sisters and extended family and friends. A Rosary will be recited at 7 pm on Thursday, November 19, 2009 and the Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11am on Friday, November 20, 2009 with all services being held at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Interment will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be; Felix Vivian, Marco Baca, Steven Baca, Carlos Silva, Chris Delgado, Larry Martinez. Honorary Pallbearers will be; Marlo Vivian, Roxanne Hicks, Michael Baca, Jeanine Gallegos, and JaVonn Baca. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Lamberto's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover S.W. Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222 Published on: Thu November 19, 2009
BADGLEY -- Barbara L. Badgley, 64, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 17, 2009. Mrs. Badgley is survived by her husband, Jerry; her sons, Joseph P. Badgley and Christopher M. Badgley; her brother, Archie M. Rivera and wife, Cindy; her niece, Lisa A. Peck and husband, Brian; and many other extended family members. Vistation will be Saturday, November 21, 2009, from 10: 30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m., Deacon Manuel Montoya, presider. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com Published on: Thu November 19, 2009
BARELA -- Domingo Barela Jr. In loving memory, Domingo Barela Jr. passed away peacefully Sunday, November 15, 2009 at his home. Rosary service will be held Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at 107 S. 9th Ave in Estancia, NM. Funeral mass same place Friday, November 20, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Tajique, NM at San Antonio Parish 8566 Hwy 55. Published on: Thu November 19, 2009
BARTLETT -- George A. Bartlett, 89, passed away on November 18, 2009. Services are pending. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. George's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192 Published on: Thu November 19, 2009
BRASEL -- Michele Brasel Beloved wife and mother passed away suddenly on Saturday November 14, 2009. She is survived by her husband of 18 years Charles; children, Amber 13, Angelo 11, Jacob 17, and Jasmine 19. Memorial services will be held on November 21, 2009, at Immaculate Conception Church 619 Copper NW at 10:30 a.m. A memorial fund has been set up for Michele at any Wells Fargo Bank. Published on: Thu November 19, 2009
BROWN -- Teri Shelby Brown. On November 17, 2009, Teri Shelby Brown (57) died as she lived her life, with grace and dignity. Her loving children, Shelby, Jeremy and his wife, Naomi, accompanied and cared for her through the challenges of ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease ) and were with her during her final peaceful moments. Teri was happily married to Scott J. Brown for 32 years until he preceded her in death in 2006. Throughout the marriage they were faithfully involved with the Grace Church family, they delighted in their children and their activities, and, oh yes, Lobo basketball. Teri graduated from Manzano and received her BA and MA from UNM. During a 25 year career with APS she taught at Truman and Inez. Her leadership ability inspired others and she became an APS District Math Leader and an Instructional Coach at Mark Twain. In 2003 she won the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics. Along the way she played softball, made posole, led Bible studies, and shared her husband's joy in nature. She is also survived by her father, Joe Shelby and his wife, Marge, her sisters and their husbands, Janice and Lucky Sells, Lynn and Chuck Colberg as well as caring nephews, nieces, and extended family. A celebration of Teri's life will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 10:00 at Grace Church, 6901 San Antonio Dr. NE. Memorial contributions may be made to Young Life, 6901 San Antonio Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Flowers may be sent to Grace Church. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 Published on: Thu November 19, 2009