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Gurule -- Eva Kilderry Gurule, a resident of Albuquerque for 20 years, went home to the Lord, August 22, 1998. She was born in Spencer, MA to Cordelia and Charles Jean on December 30, 1906 and lived most of her life in the Beverly-Salem-Peabody area. Eva was the beloved mother and grandmother of daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren, Linda Lee Gurule of Albuquerque and children, Christopher and Craig; Patricia and Douglas Dash of Salem, MA and children, Terrence, Cynthia and Kevin; Frances and James Fachko of W. Seneca, NY and children, Donna, Sandra, Steven, Debra and Cheryl; 12 great-grandchildren, Jaime, Kevin and Jason, Bright, Jordan and Devin Fachko, Taylor, Austin, Anna and Emma Powers, Amy Silva, Jordan and Holly Dash; three sisters, all of MA, Cordelia Symmes, Yvonne Provost, and Imelda Fuller; one sister-in-law, also of MA, Sister Julie Kilderry, S.N.D.; and several nieces and nephews; her husband, Louis Gurule; and sisters and brothers-in-law of Albuquerque, Frances and Matt Martinez, Priscilla and Rudy Sprunk, Julie Gurule, Grace Gurule, Corrine and Gilbert Gurule and Ginny and Vincent Gurule; Louis' children, Eleanor, Patricia, Mary Jane and Jerry. Eva was preceded in death by her late husband, Francis L. Kilderry; and dear grandson, Douglas Dale Dash. All who knew Eva loved and cherished her. She will be sadly and greatly missed, but not forgotten by her dearest Hijo, Lee Gurule. Mass of Resurrection and Interment will take place in the family plot at St. Thomas Church and St. Mary's Cemetery in Salem, MA. Services will be announced at a later date. God bless and protect you, Mum. F.P.L. Arrangements are under the care of Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
        Published on: Wed August 26, 1998

Mccahon -- Dr. James H. McCahon, 79, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, August 23, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Naomi; sons, Paul, Jeff and wife, Char, Scott and wife, Donna; daughter, Sarah; stepchildren, Royal Jones, Suzan Haughaboo, Rachel Rippey, Nanette Contreras, Jason Jones; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dr. McCahon enlisted in the NM National Guard 111th Cavalry Band in 1937. He was Federalized as 200th Coast Artillery Band with rank of Warrant Officer, Band Master and was sent to the Philippines August, 1941. He was captured in Bataan April 9, 1942 and was a prisoner of war for 42 months. He was awarded two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. He was a member of Temple Lodge #6 and Past Potentate of the New Mexico Shriners, 1973, a 33 degree Scottish Rite Mason, and was selected New Mexico Veterinarian of the Year, 1976. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper Ave. NE, with Dr. Charles Crutchfield and Rev. Martha Singleterry officiating. Interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul, Jeff and Scott McCahon, Royal and Jason Jones, and Roy and Jimmy Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be all remaining survivors of Bataan. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Shrines Hospital, 6600 Zuni SE, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed August 26, 1998

Miller -- Ruth Miller, 86, a resident of Albuquerque for over 35 years, died Monday, August 24, 1998. Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Miller in 1996 after 48 years of marriage. She graduated from Drake University with a degree in Mortuary Science. Mrs. Miller worked with her father in the funeral business before she and her husband moved to Albuquerque in 1955. She taught bible class for a number of years at University Church of Christ. Ruth was currently a member of Montgomery Blvd. Church of Christ. Her close friends, Jerry Hayes and Frances Crawford were her family. Memorial services will take place Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Montgomery Blvd. Church of Christ, 7201 Montgomery Blvd. NE, with Dr. Charles Beeson officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd. NW 87120. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed August 26, 1998

Pettiford -- Gladys Pettiford, 65, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away August 23, 1998. She was born October 2, 1932 to Mr. Charles and Bertha Smith. she married Bevo Pettiford on October 2, 1954, who preceded her in death. To this union six children were born, Otho John Pettiford, who preceded her in death, Angela Ferguson and husband, James of California, Pastor Daniel Pettiford and wife, Karen of Albuquerque, Joanie Pettiford of New Jersey, Bevo Odell Pettiford of Albuquerque, and Stephanie and husband, Doctor Dennis Jackson of New Jersey; eight grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and two sisters, Tillie and husband, David Sumner and Mary Smith of New York. Also a host of nephews, nieces, brother and sisters-in-law, and many friends. Visitation for Gladys will be Wednesday, August 26, 1998, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at God's House Church. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 27, 1998, 11:30 a.m., at God's House Church, 2335 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Elder John L. Pearson delivering the eulogy and Bishop Michael Shelby officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Hillcrest Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, 265-5959.
        Published on: Wed August 26, 1998

Rodriguez -- Priscilla Rodriguez, 64, a native New Mexican and resident of Albuquerque, died August 22, 1998. She is survived by her children, Ella Laris and family; son, Jude Laris and wife, Cari, and their family; daughter, Marissa and son, Ryan all of Albuquerque; daughters, Brooke and Monica Laris of Albuquerque; son, Rev. William Rodriguez, his wife, Mary and his family; daughters, Jannette and Annette of CA, and Camille of Albuquerque; Ralph Rodriguez and wife, Donna of Albuquerque and their family, daughter, Anna Flores and husband, Abe and their children, daughter, Danielle and sons, Issac and Aaron, all of Moriarty, NM; Charles Rodriguez and wife, Cecilia and their children, sons, Brian and Christopher Leon and daughter, Bridgett, all of California, David Rodriguez and son, Donathon, both of TX, Joe L. Rodriguez Jr. and family, sons, Sammy, Neil, James, and John, Ron Rodriguez and family, son, Jason and daughter, Melissa, all of Albuquerque, Cynthia Scott and husband, Steve and their family, daughter, Bridgett and her husband, Jesse of Albuquerque, and their family, daughter, Amber and son, Steven Jr., all of Cedar Crest, Tony"Peanut" Rodriguez and his dog,"Bootsie"; brothers, Joe M. Lopez and wife, Helen of Bullhead City, AZ, Bacilio Lopez and wife, Vickie and their family, sons, Dennis, Ronald, Donald and Darryle of Ventura, CA, Porcopio (Eloy) P. Lopez, Jr. and his family, daughter, Mary-Jo Haden, and son, Randy all of Deming; Dennis Lopez and his family, daughter, Tresha and son, Dee all of CA; sister, Theresa Rodriguez and husband, Celso of Safford, AZ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Procopio and Ella Lopez; her husband, Joe L. Rodriguez; her son, Neil Russell; and brothers, Mark and Felix Lopez. Services will be held Friday, 8:00 a.m., at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, with Pastor C.B. Blankenship officiating. Interment will take place at Fort Bliss Cemetery, El Paso, TX where she will join her husband, Porcopio and son, Russell. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
        Published on: Wed August 26, 1998

Mccahon -- Dr. James H. McCahon, 79, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, August 23, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Naomi; sons, Paul, Jeff and wife, Char, Scott and wife, Donna; daughter, Sarah; stepchildren, Royal Jones, Suzan Haughaboo, Rachel Rippey, Nanette Contreras, Jason Jones; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dr. McCahon enlisted in the NM National Guard 111th Cavalry Band in 1937. He was Federalized as 200th Coast Artillery Band with rank of Warrant Officer, Band Master and was sent to the Philippines August, 1941. He was captured in Bataan April 9, 1942 and was a prisoner of war for 42 months. He was awarded two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. He was Past Potentate of the New Mexico Shriners, 1973, a 33 degree Scottish Rite Mason, and was selected New Mexico Veterinarian of the Year, 1976. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper Ave. NE, with Dr. Charles Crutchfield and Rev. Martha Singletary officiating. Interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul, Jeff and Scott McCahon, Royal and Jason Jones, and Roy and Jimmy Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be all remaining survivors of Bataan. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Shrines Hospital, 6600 Zuni SE, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue August 25, 1998

Picoult -- Mariam D. Picoult, 77, a resident of McAlester, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, August 21, 1998. Mariam was born on February 24, 1921 in Syracuse, Kansas to George W. & Georgia Bledsoe Robbins. She attended school in Jefferson City, Missouri in her early years and later attended school in Jefferson City, Missouri in her early years and later attended business college in Chillicothe, Missouri. She married Charles Picoult on September 19, 1940 in Jefferson City and they lived in Littleton, Colorado for 20 years and Albuquerque, NM for 20 years. They came to McAlester in December of 1995 from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Leon"Bill" Corbin. She is survived by her husband, Charles Picoult, of the family home; a daughter, Paulette Picoult, of the family home; sons, Gregory Picoult and his wife, Karen of Solon, Ohio, and Harris Picoult and wife, Denie of Portland, Oregon; 6 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Graveside Service will be on Wednesday, August 26, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. at Fairview Cemetery in Albuquerque with Rev. John Basen officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or to a charity of your choice. Bishop Funeral Service, McAlester, OK in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Tue August 25, 1998

Sovich -- Steve Sovich, born October 1, 1920 in Gary, IN, to Nicklas and Anna Sovich, passed away August 20, 1998. He attended Lew Wallace High School and worked for Strack and Vantil Supermarket in Hammond, IN from 1958 until his retirement in 1981. Following retirement, he moved to Mesa, AZ in 1982, and Albuquerque in 1992. He is survived by Pauline, his wife of 58 years; his daughter, Marlene Balder and hsuband, Allen; grandchildren, Melissa, Kevin, and wife, Kristi, and Jason; great-grandchildren, Michael and Allison; his brothers, Mike Sovich and wife, Gerry, Nick Sovich, and George Sovich and wife, Carolyn; as well as numerous nieces and nepheews. Steve was preceded in death by his son, Charles Sovich, his brothers John and Andrew Sovich, and his sister, Jean Stanley. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Parish in Paradise Hills and Los Volcanos Senior Center. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 24, at St. Jude's Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW. Following cremation interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery in Calumet City, IL. In lieu of flowers, masses would be appreciated. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Sunrise Society, (891-8200).
        Published on: Sun August 23, 1998

Spicher -- Susie D. Spicher, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, died Thursday, August 19, 1998. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Charles Oscar Spicher, whom she married on January 26, 1938; son, Charles Russell Spicher and wife, Mary of Albuquerque; and daughter, Brenda Susan Risenhoover and husband, Roger of Wynnewood, OK. She was the grandmother of Amy Risenhoover of Ft. Worth, TX, Carrie Cleaver and husband, Daniel of Tulsa, OK, Kimberly Spicher of Little Rock, AR, and Ian Spicher of Albuquerque. Mrs. Spicher was born on October 15, 1911 to Daniel Webster and Josie Cole Dupree of Coushatta, LA. She graduated from nursing school at Louisiana State Sanitorium in 1935. Mrs. Spicher worked as a nurse at Presbyterian Hospital during WWII. Services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Rev. Myron White officiating. Interment will take place at 2:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Storehouse, 106 Broadway SW 87102. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Fri August 21, 1998

Butler -- Olive Louise Butler, 81, a longtime resident of Albuquerque and former resident of Belen, died Friday, August 14, 1998. She is survived by her husband, Howard O. Butler of Albuquerque; son, Raymond Eugene Tuley of West Los Angeles, CA; daughter, Linda Louise Butler of Albuquerque; brother, Charles W. Space and wife, Mary Ann of Mexia, TX; sister, Virginia Johnston of Belen; and cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Harold G. Space. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Pastor Jerry Farr officiating. Interment will follow. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu August 20, 1998