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DELORENZO -- Claude Anthony DeLorenzo, Lt. Col.,(Ret.), 87, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1987, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2004. Claude was born June 10, 1916 the son of Gaetano and Mary Trincanati DeLorenzo in Niagara Falls, New York. He had been a director in Nuclear Safety with Argonne Labs before retiring, and retired from the US Air Force after 22 years of service. He graduated in 1938 from Niagara University, also received an MBA from the University of Chicago. He was a member of the Chamisa Hills Country Club. Claude is survived by his wife Dorothy, of Rio Rancho; son, David L. DeLorenzo of Sacramento, CA; daughter, Claudia Black and husband David of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Erin Black of Albuquerque. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 9, 2004, 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. It has been suggested that memorials be made in memory of Claude to a favorite charity of ones choice. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
        Published on: Wed April 07, 2004

MCLARRY -- Virginia Faye McLarry, 73, passed away on April 3, 2004. She was born in Norman, Oklahoma on July 25, 1930, to Earl Kipling Mayo and Maxie Viola Cash. "Jennie" is survived by her two children, Linda McLarry Grimes and husband, Richard of Albuquerque, NM, and Gary McLarry and wife, Vicki of Mead, OK; grandchildren, Troy Grimes and wife, Marcie of Albuquerque, NM, Travis Grimes of Albuquerque, NM, Trent Grimes of Lubbock, TX, Quentin McLarry and wife, Ashley of Mead, OK, Rebecca McLarry Kennon and husband, David of Durant, OK, and Sarah McLarry of Durant, OK; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Robert McLarry in 1990. A loving wife and mother, she moved to Santa Fe, NM from Durant, OK in 1959 and worked as a bookkeeper for the NEA of New Mexico and was a secretary in the Public Schools of Jemez Springs, NM, Lake Arthur, NM, and Crownpoint, NM. Retiring with her husband in 1985 she returned to Santa Fe, NM, then moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1991. "Who can find a virtuous woman" For her price is far above rubies. "Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all." Prov. 31: 10, 29. A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 9, 2004, at 3:00 p.m. at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jennie"s name to the Albuquerque Presbyterian Hospice-American Cancer Society. McGee Memorial Chapel Mortuary 1320 Luisa Street 983-9151.
        Published on: Wed April 07, 2004

PACO -- Ruben Paco, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, died on Sunday, April 4, 2004. He is survived by his sons, Daniel P. Paco and Julian J. Paco and wife, Gwen, all of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Candy Paco of Albuquerque; daughter, Laura P. White of N. Richland Hills, TX; grandsons, Anthony Paco, David Paco, Johnny Darnold and Andrew Griego; granddaughters, Christie Anthony, Kimberly Paco, Michelle Paco, Amanda Paco, Kimberly White, Angelica Isenock and Georgia Griego; great-grandchildren, Megan Anthony and Makayla Paco; sisters, Katie Beauregard of Albuquerque and Maggie Trejo of Silver City. Ruben was preceded in death by his wife, Phoebe, in March, 1984 and his son, Martin Paco, on February 4, 2004. Ruben was the owner of Ruben's Shoe Repair from 1965 to 2001. He was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Ruben was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many customers. Services will be held Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Tuesday, April 6, 2004, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed April 07, 2004

BALLARD -- Marilee J., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 4, 2004. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and May Miller. Marilee is survived by son, Roy Ballard; grandson, Chris Ballard; sisters, Helen Ballard, Patsy Cratty and husband David, brothers, John Miller, Jack Miller and wife Teresa, Roy Miller and wife Barbara, and Don Miller and wife Liz; other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Marilee worked for over 35 years at University of New Mexico Hospital where she made many friends. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at Arms of Love Fellowship, 1700 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM, on Wednesday, April 7, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Pauline "Cookie" Leonardelli officiating. Donations may be made in Marilee's name to Arms of Love Fellowship. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW ABQ, 343-8008.
        Published on: Tue April 06, 2004

BLACKMON -- Philip "Phil" Lee Blackmon died at his home on April 2, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Betty; and sons, Philip and wife, Debbie, Jeffrey and wife, Kathy, Mark and wife, Jennifer, Chris and wife, Patty, Andrew, David and wife, Lauren, Matthew and daughter, Mary Clare; grandchildren, Kealoha, Alexandria, Allen, Robert, Michelle, Tori, Danielle, Marc, Brian, Chris, Elizabeth, Josh, Andrea, Davi, Nicole, Jacob, Lexie, and Erika; great-grandchildren, Destiny, Kai, Madison, Ayden, Chelsea, Haley, Jordon, Baylee, and Kai. His son, Stephen, precedes him in death. You were known and loved by many as, the Bookman, the man with the oxygen tank, and friend. We will miss your determination, perceptiveness and your humor. You were right, there will be no more new stories to tell, only the old ones. We love you and we will miss you until we all meet again. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our lady of Fatima Church on Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Zia Hospice 4147 Montgomery Blvd. NE, 87109.
        Published on: Tue April 06, 2004

DELORENZO -- Claude Anthony DeLorenzo, Lt. Col.,(Ret.), 87, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1987, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2004. Claude was born June 10, 1916 the son of Gaetano and Mary Trincanati DeLorenzo in Niagara Falls, New York. He had been a director in Nuclear Safety with Argonne Labs before retiring, and retired from the US Air Force after 22 years of service. He graduated in 1938 from Niagara University, also received an MBA from the University of Chicago. He was a member of the Chamisa Hills Country Club. Claude is survived by his wife Dorothy, of Rio Rancho; son, David L. DeLorenzo of Sacramento, CA; daughter, Claudia Black and husband David of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Erin Black of Albuquerque. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 9, 2004, 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. It has been suggested that memorials be made in memory of Claude to a favorite charity of ones choice. Arrangements by: Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
        Published on: Tue April 06, 2004

PACO -- Ruben Paco, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, died on Sunday, April 4, 2004. He is survived by his sons, Daniel P. Paco and Julian J. Paco and wife, Gwen, all of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Candy Paco of Albuquerque; daughter, Laura P. White of N. Richland Hills, TX; grandsons, Anthony Paco, David Paco, Johnny Darnold and Andrew Griego; granddaughters, Christie Anthony, Kimberly Paco, Michelle Paco, Amanda Paco, Kimberly White, Angelica Isenock and Georgia Griego; great-grandchildren, Megan Anthony and Makayla Paco; sisters, Katie Beauregard of Albuquerque and Maggie Trejo of Silver City. Ruben was preceded in death by his wife, Phoebe, in March, 1984 and his son, Martin Paco, on February 4, 2004. Ruben was the owner of Ruben's Shoe Repair from 1965 to 2001. He was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Ruben was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many customers. Services will be held Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Tuesday, April 6, 2004, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Tue April 06, 2004

SANDOVAL -- Fred E. Sandoval, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away April 2, 2004. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Flora Sandoval. Fred is survived by his children, Patricia and husband Ronnie Abram, Alfred, Gilbert and wife Jessie, Alex, Rose and husband John Fernandez, Barbara and husband Mike Steele, Liz and husband Joe Rodriguez, David and wife Mary, Rhonda and husband Bob Brown, John and wife Paula; 28 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 4 step-brothers, Manuel, Peter, John Sena and Lawrence Garcia; one step-sister, Rose Garcia; and one brother-in-law, Johnny Chavez. He is also survived many nieces and nephews too numerous to mention by name. A rosary and visitation will be held at Mt. Carmel Catholic Church on Edith, with a visitation beginning on Tuesday, April 6, 2004 at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, on Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at 9:00 a.m., with burial to follow at San Carlos Cemetery on Alameda. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Tue April 06, 2004

SMITH -- Robert F. Smith died on April 4, 2004, at Lovelace Medical Center, just one month short of his 73rd birthday, after a brief and valiant struggle with cancer. Until the afternoon of April 3, 2004 he had been cared for at home, where, despite failing health, he still enjoyed reading the Financial Times, following events in the outside world (which for him included faraway lands as well as his own neighborhood), maintaining e-mail correspondence, and gazing out at the imaginative xeriscape garden he had worked on for 13 years. He leaves behind his deeply saddened wife and best friend over the last 47 years, Julia Shirek Smith; and two fine sons, Benjamin Farquharson Smith of Las Vegas, New Mexico, and David Dyk Smith of Albuquerque. The family's cat companion, Simone Bebe, will miss a comfortable lap and a soothing voice. At Robert's request, there are to be no formal services. But do feel free to call, drop by, or e-mail Julia to cry a little and share memories. Please, no flowers: instead, contributions may be made to the John Kerry presidential campaign or to Doctors Without Borders. Robert's loved ones will scatter his ashes on the family's favorite Sandia hiking trail later this spring. I will arise and go now, and go to Inisfree, And a small cabin build there, of clay and wattles made: Nine bean-rows will I have there, a hive for the honey-bee, And live alone in the bee-loud glade. And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow, Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings; There midnight's all a glimmer, and noon a purple glow, And evening full of the linnet's wings. I will arise and go now, for always night and day I hear lake water lapping with low sounds by the shore; While I stand on the roadway, or on the pavements grey, I hear it in the deep heart's core.
        Published on: Tue April 06, 2004

PACO -- Ruben Paco, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, died on Sunday, April 4, 2004. He is survived by his sons, Daniel P. Paco and Julian J. Paco and wife, Gwen, all of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Candy Paco of Albuquerque; daughter, Laura P. White of N. Richland Hills, TX; grandsons, Anthony Paco, David Paco, Johnny Darnold and Andrew Griego; granddaughters, Christie Anthony, Kimberly Paco, Michelle Paco, Amanda Paco, Kimberly White, Angelica Isenock and Georgia Griego; great-grandchildren, Megan Anthony and Makayla Paco; sisters, Katie Beauregard of Albuquerque and Maggie Trejo of Silver City. Ruben was preceded in death by his wife, Phoebe, in March, 1984 and his son, Martin Paco, on February 4, 2004. Ruben was the owner of Ruben's Shoe Repair from 1965 to 2001. He was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Ruben was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many customers. Services will be held Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Tuesday, April 6, 2004, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Mon April 05, 2004