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CARPER -- Donald. The family of Mr. Donald L. (Don) Carper would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Pastor Larry Chambers for officiating the Services, to the D.A.V. Chapter #3 for the Military Honors and to the staff at the V.A. Medical Center. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW
        Published on: Sun April 04, 2004

FRANZEN -- Margaret Alice Franzen, 100, died on April 1, 2004. She was born October 15, 1903 in Minneapolis, MN and had lived in Elmhurst, IL and St. Paul, MN before moving to Albuquerque 52 years ago. Margaret was a wonderful cook, receiving blue ribbons at the New Mexico State Fair for her white bread and was known for her banana cream and strawberry pies. While living in Minnesota she tested recipes for Betty Crocker. She also loved to garden, raising a variety of vegetables, fruits and flowers which she often shared with friends and family. She was active in Progess Women's Club and First Presbyterian Church where she belonged to the Women's Association and Circle and was a deacon. A favorite hobby was bridge and cribbage. Margaret was always a happy person and never complained. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert, her parents, two sisters and a brother. Margaret is survived by two daughters, Marilyn Wunsch and husband, Donald and Jeanette Buffett and husband, George, all of Albuquerque; son, Richard Franzen and wife, Skip of Palm Desert, CA; grandchildren, Debbie Franzen Byrd of Marysville, TN, Donald Wunsch II of Rolla, MO, and Thomas Wunsch, George Buffett II, John Buffett, and Patricia Buffett, all of Albuquerque; eleven great grandchildren; one great great-granddaughter; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be Wednesday, April 7 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or to the Alzheimer's Association NM Chapter, 8100 Mountain Road NE, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. The family wishes to thank those in Apple Valley and the Staff of Monzano del Sol for the loving care of Margaret since June 2003. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Sun April 04, 2004

ANDREWS -- Willene Andrews, 70, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2004. She is survived in death by 2 sons, Mike Andrews and wife, Stanlie of Albuquerque and Andy Andrews and wife, Sandi of Mission Viejo, CA; daughter, Connie Collis and husband, Dave of San Ysidro, NM; 2 brothers, Bob Foster and wife, Lenore of Albuquerque, Bud Foster and wife, Mildred of Yuma, AZ; sisters-in-law, Martha Andrews of T or C,NM and Doll Griffith and husband, Jack of LaMesilla, NM; grandchildren, Charles and wife, Terri, Larry and wife, Davrie, Darlene and husband, Donald, Richard and wife, Connie, Michael and wife, Shonda, Robert and wife, Lesla, Amanda, Kellyn and husband, Kyle and Brette; 11 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Willene was preceded in death by her husband , Charles L. Andrews, Jr. They had been married for 47 years. Willene spent most of her life in the South Valley of Albuquerque. She was currently living in San Ysidro, New Mexico. She loved being involved with her family and friends, pursuing their favorite activities, especially 4-H and Rodeo. Willene had a wonderful talent for making things out of wood. Some of her families most cherished items are antique furniture that she restored. Friends were an important part of her life, making and maintaining those relationships was very important to her. Willene struggled with illness in her later years, but never waivered in her devotion to family and friends. She will be deeply missed. Services will be held Saturday, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with Pastor Steve Griffith officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Charles Andrews, Larry Hicks, Jr., Richard Andrews, Michael Andrews, Robert Andrews and Kyle Graff. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sat April 03, 2004

BARBER -- JoAnne D. Barber, 67, a former longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, March 30, 2004. She is survived by her son, David Barber and wife, Penelope of Albuquerque; daughter, Tanya K. Larson and husband, Donald Otto of Phoenix, AZ; son, Thomas Barber of Prairie Hill, TX; grandchildren, Louis J. Kelemen IV, Tiffany Kelemen, Ashley Otto and Bethany Jean Barber; sister, Patricia Wyne and husband, Ben of Castle Rock, AZ; nephews, Benjamin Wyne and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque and Michael Wyne and wife, Kelly; and niece, Andrea Wyne Smith and husband, Tom, all of Arizona. Mrs. Barber was preceded in death by her father, Harry T. Driver; mother, Althea Driver; and husband, Rudolph V. Barber. She was a strong supporter and Certified Disaster Specialist with American Red Cross. Mrs. Barber loved to square dance and travel. She will be greatly missed. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Dr. Charles N. Crutchfield officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Red Cross, 142 Monroe NE, 87108 or to Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sat April 03, 2004

BARBER -- JoAnne D. Barber, 67, a former longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, March 30, 2004. She is survived by her son, David Barber and wife, Penelope of Albuquerque; daughter, Tanya K. Larson and husband, Donald Otto of Phoenix, AZ; son, Thomas Barber of Prairie Hill, TX; grandchildren, Louis J. Kelemen IV, Tiffany Kelemen, Ashley Otto and Bethany Jean Barber; sister, Patricia Wyne and husband, Ben of Castle Rock, AZ; nephews, Benjamin Wyne and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque and Michael Wyne and wife, Kelly; and niece, Andrea Wyne Smith and husband, Tom, all of Arizona. Mrs. Barber was preceded in death by her father, Harry T. Driver; mother, Althea Driver; and husband, Rudolph V. Barber. She was a strong supporter and Certified Disaster Specialist with American Red Cross. Mrs. Barber loved to square dance and travel. She will be greatly missed. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Dr. Charles N. Crutchfield officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Red Cross, 142 Monroe NE, 87108 or to Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Fri April 02, 2004

MYERS -- Donald In Loving Remembrance of Donald E. Myers The most wonderful, caring and loving husband, father and grandfather. Your memory lives on in our hearts day by day, minute by minute. You were and still are the mold that holds our family together. During our times of sadness we remember the joy you brought to our lives and we are able to smile again. Although we miss you in every way, we know you are in a better place and that one day we will be with you again. You were a strong believer in God and passed it down to our family. You lived and now we live by the verse, John 3:16. the meaning of everlasting peace. Our family is going through many things like new babies and marriages, things that you loved but we know you are here with us and blessing our family. The God who holds the universe is a God who is holding you. We love and miss you, Pops. In loving memory, Terri, Mark, Sue, Dave, Matt, Donny, grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and especially Mom.
        Published on: Fri April 02, 2004

WATSON -- Nettie Watson born to Elvy and Martha Proctor in Cedarvale, New Mexico on October 31, 1934 and a resident of Peralta, New Mexico joined our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 30, 2004. Nettie was a member of the Valley Church of Christ in Los Lunas. She loved to bowl and was a member of two bowling leagues in Bosque Farms for many years. She took an active role in the family construction business from painting to bookkeeping and she never told her husband Don no when it came to any job concerning the business. She owned and operated Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Shop in Los Lunas for many years where her grandchildren got their first job experience working with their grandmother in the Ice Cream Shop. She loved working on ceramics with her sister and was a great seamstress making her kids clothes when they were young. Nettie loved to go fishing with her husband and was also a self-taught artist. She had a knack for never forgetting anyone's birthday. She loved to go to the family cabin in Pagosa Springs, Colorado and looked forward to spending summers there after her retirement. She is preceded in death by her mother and father; daughter, Donette Purinton and sister, Louise Fulgham. Nettie is survived by her loving husband of fifty-two years, Donald Watson; two daughters, Debby and her husband, Sam Parks of Albuquerque, and Diane and her husband, Louie Gurule of Peralta; Niece, Elona and her husband, Tom Rocco; ten grandchildren, Shayleen and Ross Rocco, Adrian Apodaca and his wife, Regina, Clete Purinton, Michael Apodaca, Shawnee and her husband, Ray Del Greco, Corey and Cameron Parks, and Louie and David Gurule; three great-grandchildren, Michael and Luke Apodaca, and Jacy Lovin; two sisters, Bonnie and her husband, Charlie Gladwell of Peralta, and Wanda Cox of Valencia. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services will take place at Romero Funeral Home Chapel beginning with a viewing on Saturday, April 3, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bill Wright, Hugh Sarrels, Ronnie Roberts, Ron Watson, Bruce Butler, Todd Baughman, Tim Baughman, and Jeff Thomas. Honorary Pallbearers will be Paul Shore, Randy Smith, Jim Cox, and Jordan Pareo. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM 87002.
        Published on: Fri April 02, 2004

CLINE -- Donald Cline, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1942, passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2004. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on November 9th, 1920, the youngest of seven children. As a teenager, he developed a serious lung condition and, after a number of years of unsuccessful treatment, his doctors told him that his only hope was to move to a drier climate. He left his family and friends back home and, having never seen so much as a picture postcard of Albuquerque, arrived here by train on his 22nd birthday. He checked into the YMCA across the street from the old Alvarado train station and started his new life. This new life turned out to be a series of fortunate circumstances, not the least of which was overcoming his lung condition. He eventually obtained employment at Stromberg's, a local men's clothing store. As he said many times, his most fortunate circumstance occurred in 1946 when he was introduced to his future wife, Dorothy Childers, by a mutual friend. They married September 29, 1947. He remained with Stromberg's for over thirty years where he retired as vice-president of the corporation. He was elected president of the Winrock Merchant's Association several times and was also on the board of directors of the Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce and Better Business Bureau and was a member of the 20/30 Club. He gave many of Albuquerque's current business leaders their first jobs and instilled in them the work ethic that had served him so well. While his tenure at Stromberg's allowed him to indulge his passion for the retail business and fine men's clothing, he was also equally passionate about American luxury automobiles. His close friends will truly understand the following line; He has owned over 75 cars and there was never a speck of dust on any of them. Through Stromberg's, his love of cars and his gregarious nature, he developed literally hundreds of friends, every one of whom would agree that he was genuinely thoughtful and caring and a man of unrivaled honesty, integrity, gener osity and humor. He will be sorely missed by all. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy, two sons, John and Jeffrey, and two granddaughters, Lindsey and Jamie Cline, all residents of Albuquerque. A Memorial Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 1, 2004, 5:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with the Marianites reciting. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, April 2, 2004, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, Claremont and Vermont St. NE, with Father Ronald Bruckner, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lovelace Hospice, 5403 Gibson Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or Casa Angelica 5629 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu April 01, 2004

HERRERA -- Arturo Herrera, born November 4, 1918 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to father Saulo Herrera Sr. and mother Francisquita Aranda Herrera, died March 30, 2004 in Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his wife Tomasita Olgiun Herrera; daughters, Norma Jean and Debbie and sons, Freddie and Donald. Arturo is survived by his son, Steve and wife Patricia of Santa Fe; daughter, Irene of Albuquerque; grandson/ son Fernando and wife Gloria of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Leandra and Tyrene of Albuquerque; grandson/ Godson, Stephen and wife Velma of Santa Fe; 12 grandchildren; several great grandchildren, and several great-great grandchildren. Arturo was a member of the US. Army during WWII, having served in the European Theater, where he was a recipient of the Silver Star Citation for Conspicuous Gallantry. He served in the Executive Board of the Town of Atrisco Land Grant for many years. Arturo was a rancher all of his life, and had a great love for animals. The family would like to thank the Veterans Administration, namely, Becky Gonzales, for all of her help and support she has unselfishly given. Manor Care Camino Vista Nursing Home, namely, Lucy Romero, Maria De La Pena, Holly Beavers and all the staff which offered their help during our families trying time. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Dr. SW, on Friday, April 2, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Thu April 01, 2004

WATSON -- Nettie Watson born to Elvy and Martha Proctor in Cedarvale, New Mexico on October 31, 1934 and a resident of Peralta, New Mexico joined our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 30, 2004. Nettie was a member of the Valley Church of Christ in Los Lunas. She loved to bowl and was a member of two bowling leagues in Bosque Farms for many years. She took an active role in the family construction business from painting to bookkeeping and she never told her husband Don no when it came to any job concerning the business. She owned and operated Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Shop in Los Lunas for many years where her grandchildren got their first job experience working with their grandmother in the Ice Cream Shop. She loved working on ceramics with her sister and was a great seamstress making her kids clothes when they were young. Nettie loved to go fishing with her husband and was also a self-taught artist. She had a knack for never forgetting anyone's birthday. She loved to go to the family cabin in Pagosa Springs, Colorado and looked forward to spending summers there after her retirement. She is preceded in death by her mother and father; daughter, Donette Purinton and sister, Louise Fulgham. Nettie is survived by her loving husband of fifty-two years, Donald Watson; two daughters, Debby and her husband, Sam Parks of Albuquerque, and Diane and her husband, Louie Gurule of Peralta; Niece, Elona and her husband, Tom Rocco; ten grandchildren, Shayleen and Ross Rocco, Adrian Apodaca and his wife, Regina, Clete Purinton, Michael Apodaca, Shawnee and her husband, Ray Del Greco, Corey and Cameron Parks, and Louie and David Gurule; three great-grandchildren, Michael and Luke Apodaca, and Jacy Lovin; two sisters, Bonnie and her husband, Charlie Gladwell of Peralta, and Wanda Cox of Valencia. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services will take place at Romero Funeral Home Chapel beginning with a viewing on Saturday, April 3, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery, Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM 87002.
        Published on: Thu April 01, 2004