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Solomon -- Alvin H. Solomon, born August 31, 1929 in Chicago, IL, beloved father and friend, died April 20, after a frustrating battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Pauline Solomon; his sister, June; wife, Lewise; and dear friend, Marva Vollmar. He is survived by his daughter, Sabrina and son-in-law, Mark; his goddaughters, Pari Taichert and Dara Shaw; dear friend, Alan Rosner; adopted sister, Eve Davies; and numerous relatives. Al graduated with a degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University. His ultimate expertise was in nuclear weapons systems, and he was greatly respected in his field. He retired as Chief of the Engineering Analysis Branch of the San Antonio Air Logistics Command (KAFB) in October 1995. Al blended his technical know-how with his creative side when he served as the Lighting Director of the Albuquerque Little Theater for ten years. Al was a keen analyst of human nature, and his skill in understanding people made him a superb manager and magnificent friend. He had a deep respect for irreverence, an admiration for"rogueishness", and an appreciation for good stories and bad jokes. Al had a strong spirit of adventure and equally enjoyed exploring ideas and places. Although he was an engineer, one of the jobs he was proudest of was his own New Mexico sightseeing business in the early 1960's. He said that when he arrived in New Mexico for the first time after working in Seattle in 1960, he felt like he was returning home. His love affair with this state continued all his life. Al knew about everything. If you asked him a question, he had an answer and it was always right. Al was the definition of a father: he always made sure everything was taken care of-for everyone he loved and even people who worked for him casually. His hobbies were many, but one of his greatest pleasures was fiddling around with construction projects and home repairs. He was constantly seeking solutions to vexing problems in his and other people's homes. He was actively involved in the Friends of the North Golf Course community action group and the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society. Al's fine mind, tremendous capacity for love, and sense of humor will be missed by us all. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held on Tuesday, April 27 at 2:00 p.m. at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana NE. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent in his memory to the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society, PO Box 23056, Santa Fe, NM 87502. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mr. Solomon (891-8200).
        Published on: Mon April 26, 1999

Stapleton -- Roberta E. Stapleton, 73, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Friday, April 23, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Donald, Jon, Daniel, Joseph and Leon Visnaw; daughters, Bridget, Penny and Pansy; grandchildren, Jessica, Shaunteill, Raeshaun, Michael and Joseph; great granddaughters, Justina, Breanah and Dominique; brothers, Fred Fowler and wife, Juna of Riverside, CA and John Fowler and wife, Florence of Royal Oak, MI; and sister, Elanor Frye and husband, James of Ormand Beach, FL. She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, John M. (Jack) Stapleton, her son, Michael and her parents. Mrs. Stapleton was born in Detroit, MI on July 30, 1925 to Roberta and Fred Fowler. Roberta was the most giving mother to her nine children and provided a loving home to over 60 foster children. She and her husband, John, also owned a small family business, Stapleton's Nursery and Floral, for 20 years. Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Road SW, with Fr. Anthony Bolman, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Donald, Jon, Joe, Daniel, Raeshaun and Michael. French Mortuary, 1111 University NE.
        Published on: Mon April 26, 1999

Trujillo -- Donna Trujillo died Thursday in Albuquerque at age 17. She was a senior at Highland High School and a member of Y.D.I. She is survived by her sister, Monica Trujillo; her parents, Anthony and Isabel Trujillo; grandmothers Sally Trujillo and Julia Sanchez; two uncles, Manuel Aguilar and Frank Orosco; two aunts, Angela Lovato and Dalphene Minear; foster parents, Mom and Dad Sherwood; and many cousins. A Rosary will be recited for Ms. Trujillo, Monday, April 26, at 7:00 p.m. at the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 27, at the Victory Outreach Church at Bridge and Five Points Road, time to be announced. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Salazar & Sons Mortuary in charge of arrangements. 
        Published on: Mon April 26, 1999

Becerra -- Julia Lizarraga Becerra, was called home to be with the Lord Sunday, April 24, 1999. Julia was a resident of Alameda. She was born on January 27, 1921 in Mazatlan, Mexico. She is survived by her loving daughter, Rosa and husband, Edward Sipler of Albuquerque; two granddaughters, Kira A. Sipler of Seattle, WA, Bonita C. Sipler of Albuquerque. Also, surviving are Surrogate friend of the family, Filpe F. Quintana and Mr. and Mrs. Martin Gonzalez. Julia loved children. She was a devoted Catholic and was a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Santa Fe, NM at 7:00 a.m. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. N.W. Norbert Baldonado Jr.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Blair -- C. Ruth Blair, 82, a resident of Albuquerque for 78 years, died Friday, April 23, 1999. She is survived by her son, Samuel H. Blair and wife, Barbara of Tome, NM; daughter, Beryl Whitlow and husband, Gary of Rio Rancho; granddaughters, Bonnie Selva of Tome, NM, Mary Ruth Olsen and husband, Tom of Peru, SA, Frances Savage of Albuquerque, Sacha Blair of Tome, Shana Obermiller and husband, Scott of College Station, TX; and grandson, Lt. Reagan Whitlow and wife, Deeanne of Eagle River, AK; great grandchildren, Shawn Selva, Nisse, Haley and Benjamin Olsen, Sulie and Jason Savage. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Sam B. Blair. Mrs. Blair was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church and of United Methodist Women-Elizabeth Circle, and North Albuquerque Lioness Club for 43 years and also a member of the Questers and Sanctuary SS Classes. She was the secretary for the UNM Alumni Office for many years. Services will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead, S.W., with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul, NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming NE, Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church Music and Youth Programs, 314 Lead, SW, Albuquerque, 87103. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming, NE.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Bowen -- Jimmy Bowen, 80, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, April 23, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Weeta A. Bowen of Albuquerque; sons, Jimmy Leroy Bowen and wife, Shirley of Roswell, NM, Douglas Bowen and wife, Mary and Dan Bowen and wife, Carri, all of Albuquerque, NM; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; sister, Viola Vangundy of Mesa, AZ; and many other family and friends. He was a member of the International Union of Operation Engineers Local #953 and served his country during WWII in the Battle of the Bulge. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming, NE, with Chaplain Sandra S. Bess, officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, Monday, 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Buchanan -- Edith Buchanan, age 87, passed away April 6, 1999, at her home in Albuquerque. Born in Sylva, No. Carolina, she enjoyed and shared remarkable gifts and passions for learning and teaching. Graduating from high school at 15 and college at 18, she taught high school English for eleven years before enrolling at Duke University to pursue her graduate education. At Duke, she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and awarded the degree of Ph D in 1944. Dr. Buchanan taught at WCTC (now Western Carolina Univ.), Duke, Florida State, Georgia State College for Women (now Georgia College) and University of Colorado. In 1955, she came to UNM where she remained until her retirement. At UNM, she was highly esteemed as a superb scholar, contributing faculty member, and dedicated teacher. Over the years, she inspired and enlightened thousands of students and mentored scores more--many of whom have gone on to outstanding teaching careers of their own. In 1977, she was honored by UNM as the"Outstanding Teacher of the Year". In 1978 Dr. Buchanan retired with the title Professor of English Emeritus. Dr. Buchanan's life-long friend, Margaret Meaders, preceded her in death. Dr. Buchanan is survived by her brother, R. Paul Buchanan; and sister in law, Louise; her sister, Dorothy B. Higdon; three nephews, Robert Buchanan, Lyndon Higdon and Sam Higdon; and one niece, Martha Buchanan-Wood; and many, many devoted friends. She will be missed, but no doubt is enjoying her"newcomers" tour, led by Milton, Shakespeare, John Donne, Ben Johnson and many of her other friends. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, April 26, 1999, at 3:00 p.m., at the UNM Alumni Chapel, with a reception following at the Maxwell Museum. Cremation arrangements were made by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Chavez -- Soloman P. Chavez, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 75 years, died Thursday, April 22, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lillie Chavez; children, Solomon Chavez III and wife, Eve of Colorado Springs, CO, Charlene Gonzales and husband, Robert of Taos, Gina Chavez, Steve Chavez and wife, Gina, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Monica and husband, Kirk, Greg, Marcos, Joseph, Miguel and Lisa; great-grandchildren, Rheana and Ryne; sisters, Olivia Martin, Rachel Chavez and Priscilla Griego and husband, Bill of California; sisters-in-law, Tillie Pacheco and Gertrude Costales; brother-in-law, Prospero Jaramillo; and many loving nieces and nephews. Solomon retired in 1983 after serving as President of Stryco Sales, Inc. He had previously worked for ICX, NM Health Department and Bond and Wiest. Mr. Chavez was a life member of Masonic Temple Lodge #6 A.F. & A.M.; Scottish Rite Temple; a former member of El Buen Samaritano United Methodist Church; and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was an avid golfer, belonged to the Senior Golf Association for several years, and played golf in the Senior Olympics. Memorial services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver SE, with Rev. Jim Massey officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver SE, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Cowdrey -- Robert Fletcher Cowdrey was born September 27, 1937 in La Junta, Colorado, to Virginia Weatherford Cowdrey and Albert Fletcher Cowdrey. Bob passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 1999. For a number of years, Bob worked in the banking business in Albuquerque. For the last few years he was in the commercial cleaning business. He was a long time member of La Mesa Presbyterian Church where his activities were many. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. Mr. Cowdrey is survived by four sons, Todd Pease and his wife, Angela of Littleton, CO, Rod Cowdrey and his wife, Caryn, Rob Pease and his wife, Chrissy and Rick Cowdrey and his wife, Liz, all of Albuquerque; five grandchildren and a 6th on the way; mother, Virginia Cowdrey; sister, Martha Greer of Albuquerque; brothers, Ron Cowdrey and his wife, Phyllis of Bosque Farms and John Cowdrey and his wife, Kim of Las Cruces; his former wife, Ann Pease of Edgewood. His father, Fletcher Cowdrey, preceded him in death in 1983. A Memorial Service will be held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at La Mesa Presbyterian Church with Rev. Joyce Leiberman officiating. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Care Center, 2211 D Main St, Los Lunas 865-1386.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Garcia -- Manuel Garcia, 81, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, April 20, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Lillian of 55 years; sister, Mary Torres; son, Anthony and girlfriend, Emily Archuleta; daughter, Gloria Ruiz and fiance, Tony Cordova; grandchildren, Fran Ruiz, Antoinette Sanchez and husband, Rodney, Alice Butler and husband, Leroy; great-grandchildren, Dominic, Adrien and Tiffany; and several nieces, nephews and many friends. Rosary will be held Sunday, April 25, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be Monday, April 26, 10:00 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Church, with burial to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements are provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc., 601 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, 766-9400.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999