Newest Obituaries
SMITH --
Travis Ray Smith, 2, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 14, 2005. He is survived by his mother, Kari Smith of Albuquerque and his father, Craig Smith of Franklin, TX; sister, Destiny Rose Smith; and many grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends. Travis was born on October 15, 2002 in Albuquerque. He was a loving little boy, strong and full of energy. He was playful and fun to be around. Travis was a beloved son, brother, and grandson and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE Thursday, August 18, 2005 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Services will be held Friday, August 19, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE 275-3500
Published on: Tue August 16, 2005
STOUT --
Lila Stout died August 12, 2005, in Albuquerque at the age of 87. Lila possessed a unique combination of extraordinary talent with immense generosity and good humor. She was blessed with numerous special relationships among family, friends, students and caregivers. She embraced life with love, laughter, and song - and endured life's tragedies with dignity and faith. Lila was a marvelous musician, a concert pianist and vocalist, who loved teaching her skills to others as well as performing. She taught music and French to thousands of students, and directed theatrical productions for many more. She was proud to have played for President Harry Truman who asked to be introduced to Lila, "the lady playing the organ," at the church he was visiting. With her husband, Burr, Lila enjoyed traveling the fifty states and Europe, always happy to return home to New Mexico. Here she gathered many items of Native jewelry, each with its own interesting story, which she loved to tell. She also was a voracious reader and played a superior game of Scrabble with friends. Though Lila retired from teaching, no grandchild could enter grandma's home without leaving with a little education about music or traveling - plus a piece of German Chocolate cake! She developed special friends at her last home, La Vida Llena Retirement Community, where she received special care. As her physical skills lessened, Lila's wit and humor kept her strong and kept others safe in the knowledge of her goodness and courage. Lila was born January 30, 1918, in Martha, OK, the daughter of Marvin and Iotus Hosmer. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Teaching degree in 1939, at Oklahoma State Teachers College, and her Master's Degree of Music Education in 1963 at Eastern New Mexico University. She worked in public education for thirty-six years. Lila most recently assisted in the direction of two productions at First United Methodist Church in Albuquerque, where she was a member. She was a long-time member of P.E.O. and worked with numerous community organizations, including the Community Concert Association, the Community Little Theater, and the Girl Scouts of America. Lila was predeceased by Joel B. Stout, Jr., her oldest son, in 1990; and Joel Burr Stout, her husband of fifty-five years, in 1995. She was also predeceased in death by one grandchild and one great-grandchild. Survivors include her daughter, Marilyn Hutton, of Albuquerque, and husband, Patrick; son, Michael Stout, and wife, Marci Beyer, of Las Cruces; daughter-in-law, Patricia Anders, of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Karen Stout, Joel T. Stout, Paul Anders-Stout, Jeffrey Page, Jill Moore, Livia Beyer-Bache, Elijah Burr Stout, Deborah Hale, Joe Hutton; and ten great-grandchildren. She is loved by many and is sorely missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SW, in Albuquerque, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. David Okerberg officiating. Pallbearers for the private burial are Jeffrey Page, Karen Stout, Lindel Thomason, Steve Hale, Joe Hutton, and Gary Damron. Honorary pallbearers are Jim Achen, Larry Brown, Roland Cleveland, Deb Greenberg, Randy Moore, Jim Page, Gretchen Shipley, Elijah Stout, Paul Anders-Stout ,and Chuck Thompson. Donations in Lila's memory may be made to the Cottey College Scholarship Fund of P.E.O., "In Memory of Lila Stout, Chapter AM," 1000 W. Austin Blvd., Nevada, MO, 64772-2790. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 832-9400
Published on: Tue August 16, 2005
AYERS --
Mabel Ayers, 89, a resident of Albuquerque for 20 years, died Saturday, August 13, 2005. She is survived by her son, Ernest Drue Ayers, Jr. and wife, Mary C. of Albuquerque; sisters-in-law, Etta Schreiner and husband, Jack of Lititz, PA and Sara Ayers of Branson, MO. Mabel was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremains will be in Mt. Lebanon, PA. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
Published on: Mon August 15, 2005
BOWEN --
Col. John E., 88, died August 13, 2005 in Salem OR after an extended illness. His wife, Louise; his sons, Kenny of Valpre, OH, Dr. Michael of Salem OR; and daughter, Nancy Lobo of Jupiter, FL survive him. Col. Bowen attended Stanford University and entered the Army Air Corps in 1938. He served duty at Sandia Base in 1948 and again at Kirtland in 1960. He was a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years following his retirement from the Air Force. Services will be August 16, 2005 at the Restlawn Funeral Home in Salem, OR.
Published on: Mon August 15, 2005
DONNELLY --
Michael Donnelly, age 64, of Placitas, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2005. Michael retired from the FAA after having served for 39 years. Michael had lived in the Albuquerque area for 20 years. Beloved husband of Patricia Donnelly; loving brother, of Roxanne D. Sardina; loving brother-in-law, of Isabel and Ian McLean and Russell Sardina. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, August 17, at 10:00 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Community; 12500 Carmel Ave. NE, 87122. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: Presbyterian Hospice; 8100 Constitution Pl. NE, Suite 120, 87110 and the Ronald McDonald House; 1011 Yale NE, 87106. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109
Published on: Mon August 15, 2005
DURAN --
Louie Carlos Duran, age 52, a resident of Bernalillo, a loving husband, father and grandfather passed away Thursday, August 11, 2005. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years Mary Duran; three loving daughters, Brenda Duran and husband, Anselmo "Chemo", Cynthia Duran and her husband, Joseph, and his youngest daughter, Victoria. He is also survived by his loving sons, Louie Jr. and Clifford and Fiance, Cynthia. Louie is also survived by his seven grandchildren, Anselmo Jr., Antonio, Catalina, Joseph Jr., Destenee, Dominica, and Danien. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday August 15, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Interment will follow at the San Antonio Catholic Cemetery in Placitas. Pallbearers will be his brothers Archie Duran, Adrian Duran, Joseph Duran, Steven Duran, Tony Duran, and Orlando Duran. Honorary Pallbearers will be is son-in-laws; Anselmo Plancarte, and Joseph Alvarez and his grandsons; Anselmo Plancarte Jr., Antonio Plancrate, Joseph Alvarez Jr., and Damien Lopez. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
Published on: Mon August 15, 2005
GARFIELD --
Duane R. Garfield, 77, an Albuquerque resident since 1963, died Monday, August 8, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Garfield of Albuquerque; son, Rand Garfield and wife, Pam of Corrales, NM; daughters, Leslie Gaudet and husband, Jack of Southbridge, VA, Gail Garfield of Colorado Springs, CO; grandchildren, Chelsey and Nicole Garfield both of Corrales, NM, Angela Wallace and husband, Frank Ramirez of Albuquerque, Joshua Gaudet, Jacqueline Gaudet, and Melissa Gaudet, all of Southbridge, VA; great-grandchildren, Trey, Carlos and Marcos Ramirez, Trinity Berry, and Hailey Gaudet; sister, Nancy Amend and husband, Dale of Albuquerque; brothers, Wilbur Garfield and wife, Marguerite of Ft. Collins, CO, Larry Garfield and wife, Mary of Stewartville, MN. Mr. Garfield retired from the civil engineering department at the University of NM. He was a US Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, August 15, 2005 at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd Chapel. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association-NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM 87199-0790. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 275-3500
Published on: Mon August 15, 2005
HAURY --
Lonah Margaret Haury was called home to her heavenly father, Thursday, August 11, 2005. Lonah was happiest when surrounded by her loving family and was with them throughout her long illness and during her final days. She was born on August 23, 1930 in Albuquerque to Rev. George Wilson and Maggie Howard Wilson. A graduate of Albuquerque High School, Lonah attended Wayland Baptist College and Bacone College. While at Bacone, she met and married Kenneth Haury, her husband of 55 years. A born educator, she taught Sunday school from a young age up to her passing. Lonah began her career working at the Albuquerque Indian School where she fostered many lasting relationships with young people. She held several positions with the Albuquerque Public Schools and retired in 1996 after 25 years of service. Lonah believed in following her faith among other Native Americans in the Albuquerque community and was a member of the Albuquerque Indian Baptist Mission. Of all her many gifts--- musician, mother, and educator---her ability to teach and shape small children was perhaps her most outstanding accomplishment. A gifted musician who sang with many church choirs, she played the piano and brought music to children of all ages. She was proud of her Native American heritage and was known for her beautiful shawls and jewelry. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, her step-mother, Geneva Wilson Hoban and brother, George Wilson, Jr. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Haury; daughter Margery Buckner and husband, Jerry; sons, Richard Haury and wife, Margarita, Ron Haury and Kathy Thompson, Mark Haury and George Haury and wife, Marian, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Winona and Jennifer Buckner, Amy and Courtney Haury, Ricky and Stephanie Haury and David Thompson; sisters, Winona Wilson of Minneapolis, MN and Margery Walker of San Saba, TX; brother, Richard Wilson and wife, Jane of Denver, CO; special cousins, Maxine Zotigh and Ramona Cross of Albuquerque; numerous nephews, nieces and other family. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, 3100 Morris, NE. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. The family wishes to thank everyone for their love and support, especially the staffs of the Albuquerque Kidney Center and Kindred Hospital. Friends may visit at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE on Monday, August 15, 2005 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Should friends desire, contributions in memory of Lonah M. Haury may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd, # 1010, Rockville, MD 20852. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 275-3500
Published on: Mon August 15, 2005
HELBERT, SR. --
Rev. Aubrey F. Helbert, Sr. 73, a resident of Albuquerque since 1991, died Saturday, August 12, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joan Helbert; children, Aubrey Helbert Jr. of Albuquerque, Greg Helbert of Orlando, FL, Freda Helbert of Albuquerque, Mack Helbert and wife, Missy of Lubbock, TX, Mollie Williams and husband, Gary of Modesto, CA and Misty White and husband, Marshall of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Services will be held Wednesday, August 17, 2005, at 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Baptist Convention of New Mexico, 5325 Wyoming Blvd. NE, 87109. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
Published on: Mon August 15, 2005
MOJARRO --
Daniel Mojarro, 86, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, August 11, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Cecilia Mojarro; son, Charles A. Mojarro; niece, Julia Mojarro; grandsons, Michael and Eric Mojarro; great-grandson, Christopher Mojarro; and sisters, Anita Perea, LoLa Perez, Helen Sisneros and husband, Bernard. Mr. Mojarro was an avid fisherman. He will be missed by his family and his friends. Rosary will be recited Monday, August 15,2005, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Francis Xavier Church, 820 Broadway Blvd. SE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:30 a.m., at St. Francis Xavier Church. Pallbearers will be Charlie Mojarro, Eric Mojarro, Michael Mojarro, Bernard Sisneros, Ronnie Cordova and Alex Monette. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
Published on: Mon August 15, 2005