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Manuel J. Urizar, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1987, died on October 24, 2004. He is survived by two daughters, Anne Urizar of Tucson, AZ and Arlene Highfill and husband, Mack of Albuquerque; sister, Frances MacRoberts and husband, Martin of Los Alamos, NM; four grandchildren, Cecily Urizar-Faught of Tucson, AZ; Meghan Heddings and husband, Nick of Tucson, Nicole Highfill of Albuquerque, and Ehren Highfill of Phoenix. Manuel was raised in Burns, Oregon where he graduated from Burns-Union High School in 1937 at the age of 16. After high school, he graduated with honors from the University of Portland where he had been president of his graduating class. He joined the U.S. Army and served in the Pacific Theater of Command in WWII. After the war, he completed his Masters Degree in Physical Chemistry from Catholic University in Washington, DC. Manuel began his career with Los Alamos National Laboratory in 1947, where he received many distinguished awards. He lived 40 years in Los Alamos until his retirement in 1987. In retirement, he enjoyed family and friends, traveling, playing bridge and golf. Manuel was our beloved and loving father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend to many. His love and generosity touched the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed. Memorial Rosary will be recited on Monday, November 1, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel with Deacon Steve Rangel reciting. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW with Father John Conway, celebrant. Interment of cremains will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to charity of choice. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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