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MELTON -- Dorothy Melton, born March 6, 1916 in Topeka, KS, died August 16, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her husband, Jack; brother, James Hupp; daughters, Arlene Ward and Donna Kerns; son, John DeYoung; 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. A Memorial service will be held Thursday, August 19, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Belen, 84 Manzano Expressway. Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo NE (505) 764-9663
        Published on: Wed August 18, 2004

STAGG -- Dorothy Elizabeth Stagg, sweet loving wife, and mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on August 13, 2004 after a brief illness. Dorothy was born on March 8, 1915 in Norwick, Norfolk, England to William Edward Victor and Annie Nichols Drew. She came to America to marry her sweetheart, John, in the LDS Salt Lake Temple on June 26, 1935. Together they have four children, John Drew and Suzzane Stagg, Julie Ann and Gary Dunn, Williams James and Judy Stagg, and David Edward and Angela Stagg. They have enjoyed 15 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. Dorothy has always been active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where she has served in the Primary and Relief Society. She is loved and appreciated by all her family and friends and will be deeply missed by all. Services will be held Friday, August 20, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Sandia Ward, Eubank Chapel, 4109 Eubank Blvd. NE. Visitors may pay their respects one hour prior to the services at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE in Albuquerque., French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Wed August 18, 2004

BEYER -- Reinhold E. Beyer passed away on August 15, 2004 at his home at the age of 86. He retired from the United States Army and also from Civil Service. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mathilde; sons, John and wife, Ethel, Edmund and wife, Charlott; daughter, Karen Bagley and husband, Rick; and grandchildren, Charlene and husband, James, Richard, Jennifer, Jason, and Alan. Memorial services will be held on Thursday August 19, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Christ The Ray of Hope Lutheran Church at 7001 San Antonio NE, with interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 323-9000
        Published on: Tue August 17, 2004

MCDONALD -- Beulah Mary Proctor McDonald passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2004 at the age of 94. She was born in the village of Roy, territory of New Mexico on February 19, 1910 to James and Alma Reasor Proctor. She is survived by her sons, Clyde Raymond McDonald and wife, Eileen, of Albuquerque and Thomas Franklin McDonald and wife, Patricia, of King of Prussia, PA; grandchildren, Dianna Giles of Silver City, NM, Deborah Cantrell and husband, Artie of Artesia, NM, Daneen Gatlin of Cliff, NM, Clyde (Tuffy) McDonald, Jr. and wife, Darcy of Fullerton, CA, Michael and James McDonald of Albuquerque, Sherry Capone and husband, Rudy of Audubon, PA, Christopher McDonald and wife, Carole of Collegeville, PA, Thomas McDonald and wife, Kimberly of King of Prussia, PA, and Patricia (Tish) McDonald of King of Prussia, PA. Beulah was very proud to have 13 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving Beulah are her sister, Christine Beeler of Lakeside, AZ; 3 nieces, Julie Baker Rachlis of Northfield, IL, Sharon Feuer of Minneapolis, MN, and Deborah McReynolds of Phoenix, AZ; 2 nephews, Merwin Beeler and Richard Beeler and wife, Karen, of Lakeside, AZ. Her abiding interest was her family to whom she gave great love and encouragement. The McDonald family wishes to thank Vangie Tafoya, Karen Waggoner, Shaylene Loretto and Helen Tafoya for their loving care of and special friendship with Beulah. Services will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with entombment next to her beloved husband at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, following. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity, The United Church in Roy or to the Harding County Community Center in Roy, New Mexico 87743. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Tue August 17, 2004

STAGG -- Dorothy Elizabeth Stagg, sweet loving wife, and mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on August 13, 2004 after a brief illness. Dorothy was born on March 8, 1915 in Norwick, Norfolk, England to William Edward Victor and Annie Nichols Drew. She came to America to marry her sweetheart, John, in the LDS Salt Lake Temple on June 26, 1935. Together they have four children, John Drew and Suzzane Stagg, Julie Ann and Gary Dunn, Williams James and Judy Stagg, and David Edward and Angela Stagg. They have enjoyed 15 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. Dorothy has always been active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where she has served in the Primary and Relief Society. She is loved and appreciated by all her family and friends and will be deeply missed by all. Services will be held Friday, August 20, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Sandia Ward, Eubank Chapel, 4109 Eubank Blvd. NE. Visitors may pay their respects one hour prior to the services at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE in Albuquerque., French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Tue August 17, 2004

MCDONALD -- Beulah Mary Proctor McDonald passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2004 at the age of 94. She was born in the village of Roy, territory of New Mexico on February 19, 1910 to James and Alma Reasor Proctor. She is survived by her sons, Clyde Raymond McDonald and wife, Eileen, of Albuquerque and Thomas Franklin McDonald and wife, Patricia, of King of Prussia, PA; grandchildren, Dianna Giles of Silver City, NM, Deborah Cantrell and husband, Artie of Artesia, NM, Daneen Gatlin of Cliff, NM, Clyde (Tuffy) McDonald, Jr. and wife, Darcy of Fullerton, CA, Michael and James McDonald of Albuquerque, Sherry Capone and husband, Rudy of Audubon, PA, Christopher McDonald and wife, Carole of Collegeville, PA, Thomas McDonald and wife, Kimberly of King of Prussia, PA, and Patricia (Tish) McDonald of King of Prussia, PA. Beulah was very proud to have 13 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving Beulah was her sister, Christine Beeler of Lakeside, AZ; 3 nieces, Julie Baker Rachlis of Northfield, IL, Sharon Feuer of Minneapolis, MN and Deborah McReynolds of Phoenix, AZ; 2 nephews, Merwin Beeler and Richard Beeler and wife, Karen, of Lakeside, AZ. Her abiding interest was her family to whom she gave great love and encouragement. The McDonald family wishes to thank Vangie Tafoya, Karen Waggoner, Shaylene Loretto and Helen Tafoya for their loving care of and special friendship with Beulah. Services will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with entombment next to her beloved husband at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, following. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity, The United Church in Roy or to the Harding County Community Center in Roy, New Mexico 87743. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Mon August 16, 2004

BARNETT -- Elizabeth Miles Barnett, 78, passed away on August 5, 2004. She was a long time resident of Albuquerque. She was a graduate of Albuquerque High School, Class of '43. She attended Grinnell College in Iowa, graduating in 1947. She continued her education, receiving a Certificate in Physical Therapy from Stanford University and a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California. She taught at Boston University - Sargeant College from 1958-1968. She returned to Albuquerque in 1968 to begin a School of Physical Therapy at the University of New Mexico, becoming its first Director in 1974. She then became Director of the School of Physical Therapy at the University of Colorado from 1978-1987. Upon her retirement, she returned to Albuquerque. She is survived by her two children, Phyllis Boyadjian and husband, John, of Albuquerque and David Barnett and wife, Loretta, of Sunapee, NH; a brother, Dr. James Miles of California; a sister, Carolyn Osborne of California; and five grandchildren, J.D., Leslie, Laura, Lark, and Cabot. She is also remembered by many nieces and nephews as a "favorite Aunt." She was an insatiable reader, an avid rose gardener, and enjoyed many varied and different activities throughout her life. The family has planned a private remembrance. Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Sun August 15, 2004

CISNEROS -- Jose. Mr. Jose R. Cisneros, 79, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on August 12, 2004. Mr. Cisneros is the beloved husband of 62 years to Mrs. Beatrice Cisneros. Mr. Cisneros is also survived by two daughters, Patricia C. Chavez and husband, Robert, Rosalie E. Romero and husband, Leandro; one son, Rolando G. Cisneros and wife, Andrea; five grandchildren, Lisa Contreras and husband, Carlos, Andrea Carvajal and husband, Scott, Vincent Chavez, Carlos Romero and Emmet Chavez; two great grandsons, Jayson Contreras and Nicolas Carvajal; five sisters, Amanda Parks, Hortencia Sullivan and husband, Jim, Rose Montano, Vivian Lujan and husband, Celso and Lupe Crouse; three brothers, Max Cisneros and wife, Elida, Frank Cisneros and wife, Mela, Robert Cisneros and wife Carmen; many extended family members and friends. Jose has now been reunited with his family who have preceded him in death. Jose was a member of the Catholic Church. He graduated from St. Joseph College and from the International Police Academy in Washington D.C. Jose had accomplished and had a successful law enforcement career with the local, state and federal government. Upon his retirement he committed his life to ministry. Jose was a very special individual and loved by many. Jose gave of himself, his time and gifts to anyone in need. Our husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend left this world to begin a new journey with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A visitation for Jose will be Sunday afternoon from 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with a Rosary to be recited at 4:00 p.m. by Deacon J.O. Luna. A final visitation will be Monday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Daniel Balizan. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Robert Cisneros, Vincent Chavez, Emmet Chavez, Carlos Romero, James Lujan and Richard Cisneros. Honorary pallbearers will be, Carlos Contreras, Scott Carvajal, Jose Andrade, Marcos Mendez and Fermin Perea. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Sun August 15, 2004

GABRYS -- Emily Megan Gabrys, infant, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2004. She was here for too brief a time. Emily is survived by her parents, Walter John and Bernadette Deanne Tapia Gabrys of Rio Rancho; three sisters, Tarah, Ashley, and Melissa; Maternal grandmother, Carol Jean "Jeanie" Tapia and boyfriend Alan Wade of Albuquerque; Paternal grandparents, George and Elaine Gabrys of Rio Rancho; Great-grandmother, Blanche Szydlowski; Aunt Jolene Tapia and Uncle Anthony Gutierrez of Albuquerque; Aunt and Uncle Georgette and Tracy Oswalt of Grand Forks, ND; and cousins A. J. and James Arnold of Grand Forks, ND. A Graveside service was held on Friday, August 13, 2004 at Vista Verde Memorial Park, Garden of Innocents. Arrangements by: Vista Verde
        Published on: Sun August 15, 2004

MCDONALD -- Beulah Mary Proctor McDonald passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2004 at the age of 94. She was born in the village of Roy, territory of New Mexico on February 19, 1910 to James and Alma Reiser Proctor. Her parents died while she was a child. She was taken in and fostered by Rufus and Estella Abernathy of Roy. She married Clyde Ernest McDonald in 1925. As a young wife and mother, she was a member of the Christian Church and was active in the Woman's Club in Roy. When her husband went off to WWII in the Seabees, she worked to help support the family. She ran the OPA office and also worked as a telephone operator. After the war, she owned an insurance agency while her husband established McDonald Electric in Roy. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1951 where she has resided since. Beulah became the supervisor of a typing pool at Sandia Base until a serious accident caused her early retirement in 1962. She and her husband enjoyed following the career of their son, Tommy, as he played college football and professionally in the NFL. They took several trips to see his games. They enjoyed traveling in their motor home in this country, Canada and Mexico. Beulah was preceded in death by her three-year old daughter, Audilee; her husband, Clyde; 3 sisters, AudreyTyrell, Thelma Brand and Lorena Baker; her brother, James Proctor, Jr.; daughter and son-in-law, Dolores and Angelo Doitchinoff of Cliff, NM; and grandson, Thomas McDonald of Albuquerque. She is survived by her sons, Clyde Raymond McDonald and wife, Eileen of Albuquerque and Thomas Franklin McDonald and wife, Patricia of King of Prussia, PA. Also surviving is a sister, Christine Beeler of Lakeside, AZ; 3 nieces, Julie Baker Rachlis of Northfield, IL, Sharon Feuer of Minneapolis, MN and Deborah McReynolds of Phoenix, AZ; and 2 nephews, Merwin Beeler and Richard Beeler and wife, Karen of Lakeside, AZ. Surviving grandchildren are: Dianna Giles of Silver City, NM; Deborah Cantrell and husband, Delton of Artesia, NM; Daneen Gatlin of cliff, NM; Clyde (Tuffy) McDonald, Jr. and wife, Darcy of Fullerton, CA; Michael and James McDonald of Albuquerque; Sherry Capone and husband Rudy of Audubon, PA; Christopher McDonald and wife, Carole of Collegeville, PA; Thomas McDonald and wife, Kimberly of King of Prussia, PA and Patricia (Tish) McDonald of King of Prussia, PA. Beulah was very proud to have 13 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Her abiding interest was her family to whom she gave great love and encouragement. The McDonald family wishes to thank Vangie Tafoya, Karen Waggoner, Shaylene Loretto and Helen Tafoya for their loving care of and special friendship with Beulah. Services will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with entombment next to her beloved husband at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, following. Pallbearers will be Clyde "Tuffy" McDonald, Michael McDonald, James McDonald, Teddy Jack Rhodes and James Cooper. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity, The United Church in Roy or to the Harding County Community Center in Roy, New Mexico 87743. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333 NEW
        Published on: Sun August 15, 2004