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William"Bill" Charles Martinelli, 81, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, has gone home to be with his wife, Margaret Ann. He passed away peacefully at his home in the care of his loving son, Denis, March 5, 1999. He is survived by his three sons, Rusty Martinelli and wife, Debbie of Albuquerque, Denis Martinelli of Albuquerque and Joe Martinelli and wife, Marian of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Ricky and wife, Burgandy, Corrin, Brandee and Jamie Martinelli; one great-grandchild, Tyler Martinelli; cousins, Frank and Charles Martinelli of Gallup; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Catholic Church and retired in 1991. When he was able, he loved to take his sons to the Lobo Basketball and Dallas Football games. He also enjoyed fishing, golf and adored his grandchildren. Rosary will be recited, Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated, Thursday, 10:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 7500 Paseo Del Norte NE with Father Michael Cimino celebrant. Interment will take place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lester Steward, Joe Davalos, Tony Yurcic, Frank Martinelli, Charles Martinelli and James Yoo. Honorary pallbearers, Bobby Boatright, Paul Kilmer, Danny Compos, Royal Staley, Arthur Matte, Ron Davalos and Keegan Shelton. If desired donations can be made to Alzheimers Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, suite 205, 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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