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BEHNCKE -- Paul Steven Behncke Paul Steven Behncke, beloved son, brother, and friend ascended into heaven to be with our Lord on July 15, 2004. Paul was born on January 14, 1966 to Jerry and Linda Behncke in Davenport, IA. He graduated from James Madison High School in San Antonio, TX in 1984. Paul also attended McMurray College in Abilene, TX before continuing his family legacy as a contractor. Paul is survived by his father and mother, Jerry and Linda Behncke of Tijeras, NM; brother, Christopher James Behncke and wife, Francine and two nieces, Haleigh Niqoule Behncke and Madison Grace Behncke of Albuquerque, NM; sister, Kelli Lynn Vigil and husband, Joseph James Vigil of Albuquerque, NM; and companion Geraldine Mulvaney of Edgewood, NM. Private services will be conducted on Saturday, July 24, 2004 at the family estate. The family would like to thank all of our friends, colleagues, and UNMH medical staff for all you thoughts, prayers, and support.
        Published on: Sun July 25, 2004

LITTLEFIELD -- Nell D. Littlefield, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2004. She retired at the age of 62 from New Mexico BankShares Corp., the holding company for SunWest Bank, where she worked as the benefits administrator. Previously she worked in personnel and handled payroll for Albuquerque National Bank. Prior to that she was employed as credit manager at Stromberg's Clothing Store. She will be missed dearly by those who knew and loved her. She is survived by a brother, Frank L. Donald and his wife, Mary of Largo, FL; two daughters, Jeanne A. Willis of Vancouver, WA and Susan V. Washburn of Portland, OR; three grandchildren, James C. Willis of West Springfield, MA, Catherine A. Washburn of Peoria, AZ and Joseph C. Willis of San Diego, CA; two great-grandchildren, Kimberly Willis and Michael Willis, as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear close friends. A private service will be held at a later date. Her family has asked that donations be made to the American Heart Association, NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790.
        Published on: Sun July 25, 2004

TIMMONS -- James Timmons, 70, a resident of Albuquerque since 1955, died on July 20, 2004. He is survived by his four children, Michael E. Timmons of Albuquerque, Jerry E. Timmons and wife, Linda of Albuquerque J. Mark Timmons and wife, Peggy of Austin, TX and Lynda D. Heaney and husband, Henry of Lubbock, TX; fathers wife, Illene Timmons of Albuquerque; ten grandchildren, Michelle, Brandon, Heather, Monica, Jason, Amy, Luanita, Christina, Steven, and Bryan; and five great grandchildren, Megan, Aiko, Riley, Eli, and Tora; one brother, Walter Ray Timmons and wife, Gretchen of Portland, OR; sister, Betty Louise Lytle and husband, Jim of Lawrenceburg, IN; brother-in-law, Nelson Sherrill of Arlington, TX. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara and a sister, Frances Sherrill. James was born in Vaughan, NM on September 27, 1933 to Sam and Naomi Timmons. The Timmons family migrated to New Mexico in the 1860's. In early 1940's, James's family moved to Clovis, NM where James learned to farm and went to school. James graduated from Clovis High School in 1951 and married his high school sweetheart, Barbara in 1953 and served his country in the Army at Ft. Bliss, TX from 1953 to 1955. After he was discharged, James and Barbara moved to Albuquerque, NM where the family has remained. During James long life, he worked for the railroad, in construction as a heavy equipment mechanic and welder, and has farmed in the Alameda and Corrales area. He retired from farming around 1995 and retired from Sparling Construction in 2002. James was a member of the Bosque Cuadrillas Square Dance Club, The Lobo Club, and was involved in the 4H Club, and Bernalillo County Extension Service. He was a member of Harwood United Methodist Church and was a former member of the Operating Engineers Local Union in Albuquerque. Service was held on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at Harwood United Methodist Church, 420 San Lorenzo NW with Pastor Chere Lyon, officiating. Burial followed at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Harwood United Methodist Church or to the 4H Club, C/O Bernalillo County Extension Service, 1510 Menaul NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Sun July 25, 2004

AVILA -- Andrew James (Jim) Avila died of heart failure on Wednesday, July 21, 2004, at the age of 45. A well-known rock musician, Jim played a mesmerizing lead guitar and sang a powerful, sweet lead in numerous local bands, most recently Trauma Unit. He organized musical benefits for the "Make A Wish" foundation and composed many songs. His talent and generosity were saluted on the radio station 94 Rock in an all-day tribute on July 22. Jim graduated from Sandia High School, Class of '76, and earned his associate degree in electronics from T-VI. He went on to become an electrical engineer. He worked at Siemen's in Albuquerque and later founded Modular Solutions, Inc. a company that designs robotic lighting. His line of lighting is manufactured in Florida, and both Universal Studios and Epcot Center use his lights. He also worked on various private and governmental robotic projects. Jim is survived by his wife, Judy Schiess Avila; by his daughter, Krystal Avila; his mother, Adelina Sanchez Avila; his sister, Luisa Ramirez; his brother, David Avila; nephews Gerald Parras, Jeffrey Avila and Christopher Avila; nieces Char Parras Schneringer and Kyndra Parras Vigil; his dogs, Blue and Red; and countless friends. A mass will be held on Tuesday, July 27, at 2:00 p.m. at the Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 31, at the New Life Presbyterian Church, 5540 Eubank NE (north of Spain) at 2:00 p.m. Please make contributions to "Make A Wish" foundation in lieu of flowers. Jimmy, you organize a rock band in heaven and we'll jam with you when we get there.
        Published on: Sat July 24, 2004

BAREFOOT -- Dr. Curtis Anthony "Tony" Barefoot, 53, a resident of Albuquerque since 1976, died Friday, July 23, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Olga T. Barefoot of Albuquerque; son, Ivan and wife, Gisela of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Isaac and Maximiliano; sister, Valarie Peterson of Orangevale, CA; nephew, Frank Peterson; niece, Veronique Peterson; aunts, Sylvia Whyte and Mae Manning; uncle, Osbourne James; cousins, Alanna Capps, Shawn Redding, Annette Taylor, Sheila Mogliazzi, Sabrina Owens, Tselane Dean, Rashima McKelvin, and Andrew Redding; Aunt Rosa, Jennie, and Curly Lucas of Baltimore; close friend, Ramon Acosta; and numerous other family and friends. Tony was born in Baltimore, MD and graduated from Baltimore City College High School in 1968. He graduated with a B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1972 from Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA. Tony also graduated from John Hopkins University with a Masters Degree in Computer Science. He received his Ph.D. in Math from UNM in 1980. After receiving his Ph.D., he went to work for Sandia National Labs before taking a professorship at UNM. Tony then went to University of Colorado Denver and then taught at New Mexico Tech in Socorro for 18 years. Math was his first love and passion. He loved to play classical guitar. He was very kind, loving, and caring. He was a beloved husband, dad, grandpa, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, and friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place and friends are invited to an informal remembrance of his life, Sunday, July 25, 2004, 6:00 p.m., at Ivan and Gisela's home. Please call 771-0611 for directions. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sat July 24, 2004

DOW -- Arthur "Honey" Dow, 76, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on July 20, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Dow of Albuquerque; six children, Liz Dow-Rubio and husband, John of Rio Rancho, Leonard Lincoln Dow and wife, Linda of Austin, TX, Arthur J. Dow, Jr., and wife, Cathy, Alfred Paul Dow and fiancee, Vicky, Howard Lee Dow and wife, Mary Hellen and Yvette Lopez and husband, David all of Albuquerque; 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; five brothers, Leo Dow, Ernest Dow and wife, Florence, Archie Dow and wife, Ramona, Orlando Dow and wife, Helen and Robert Dow all of Albuquerque; dear sister-in-law, Priscilla Dow of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elisha and Claudina Dow; son, John Michael Dow; brother, Jimmy Dow; three grandchildren, Lincoln Paul, Derek James and Eryn Lynn. Arthur was a member of the New Mexico Retail Liquor Dealers Association, New Mexico Amigos, Elks Club, Lobo Club, Petroleum Club, NM Board of Realtors and the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper NW. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Arthur's sons and daughters. Honorary pallbearers will be Arthur's brothers and Eddie Brito, Mike Anaya, Sen. Pete V. Domenici and Johnny Elwell. Memorial contributions may be made to Lovelace Sandia Hospice, 5403 Gibson Blvd. SE, Siesta Hills, Bldg 1, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Sat July 24, 2004

HEATH -- James Ray Heath, 34, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on July 1, 2004. He is survived by his son, Justin Heath; parents, Lucky and Nita Heath of Carlsbad, NM; sister, Missy Heath of Carlsbad; nieces, AshLynn and KateLynn Lunsford of Carlsbad; grandmother, Naomi Bunch of Carlsbad; grandparents, Hollis and Mildred Heath of Carlsbad; and aunts, uncles, and cousins. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 24, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. at the Highland Theater. Refreshments will be served after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any AIDS charity.
        Published on: Sat July 24, 2004

TIMMONS -- James Timmons, 70, a resident of Albuquerque since 1955, died on July 20, 2004. He is survived by his four children, Michael E. Timmons of Albuquerque, Jerry E. Timmons and wife, Linda of Albuquerque, J. Mark Timmons and wife, Peggy of Austin, TX, and Lynda D. Heaney and husband, Henry of Lubbock, TX; father's wife, Illene Timmons of Albuquerque; ten grandchildren, Michelle, Brandon, Heather, Monica, Jason, Amy, Luanita, Christina, Steven, and Bryan; and five great-grandchildren, Megan, Aiko, Riley, Eli, and Tora; one brother, Walter Ray Timmons and wife, Gretchen of Portland, OR; sister, Betty Louise Lytle and husband, Jim of Lawrenceburg, IN; brother-in-law, Nelson Sherrill of Arlington, TX. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; and a sister, Frances Sherrill. James was born in Vaughan, NM on September 27, 1933 to Sam and Naomi Timmons. The Timmons family migrated to New Mexico in the 1860s. In early 1940s, James's family moved to Clovis, NM where James learned to farm and went to school. James graduated from Clovis High School in 1951 and married his high school sweetheart, Barbara in 1953, and he served his country in the Army at Ft. Bliss, TX from 1953 to 1955. After he was discharged, James and Barbara moved to Albuquerque, where the family has remained. During James's long life, he worked for the railroad, in construction as a heavy equipment mechanic and welder, and has farmed in the Alameda and Corrales area. He retired from farming around 1995 and retired from Sparling Construction in 2002. James was a member of the Bosque Cuadrillas Square Dance Club, The Lobo Club, and was involved in the 4H Club, and Bernalillo County Extension Service. He was a member of Harwood United Methodist Church and was a former member of the Operating Engineers Local Union in Albuquerque. Service will take place on Saturday, July 24, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at Harwood United Methodist Church, 420 San Lorenzo NW, with Pastor Chere Lyon officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Harwood United Methodist Church or to the 4H Club, C/O Bernalillo County Extension Service, 1510 Menaul NW, Alb, NM 87107. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks North of Paseo Del Norte) (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Sat July 24, 2004

DOW -- Arthur "Honey" Dow, 76, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on July 20, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Dow of Albuquerque; six children, Liz Dow-Rubio and husband, John of Rio Rancho, Leonard Lincoln Dow and wife, Linda of Austin, TX, Arthur J. Dow, Jr., and wife, Cathy, Alfred Paul Dow and fiancee, Vicky, Howard Lee Dow and wife, Mary Hellen and Yvette Lopez and husband, David, all of Albuquerque; 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; five brothers, Leo Dow, Ernest Dow and wife, Florence, Archie Dow and wife, Ramona, Orlando Dow and wife, Helen and Robert Dow, all of Albuquerque; dear sister-in-law, Priscilla Dow of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elisha and Claudina Dow; son, John Michael Dow; brother, Jimmy Dow; three grandchildren, Lincoln Paul, Derek James and Eryn Lynn. Arthur was a member of the New Mexico Retail Liquor Dealers Association, New Mexico Amigos, Elks Club, Lobo Club, Petroleum Club, NM Board of Realtors and the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce. Rosary will be recited on Friday, July 23rd, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, July 24, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper NW with Father Edmundo Rodriguez, celebrant.. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Arthur's sons and daughters. Honorary pallbearers will be Arthur's brothers and Eddie Brito, Mike Anaya, Sen. Pete V. Domenici and Johnny Elwell. Friends and family may visit on Friday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church from 6:00 p.m. until time of rosary. Memorial contributions may be made to Lovelace Sandia Hospice, 5403 Gibson Blvd. SE, Siesta Hills, Bldg 1, Albuquerque, NM 87108. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Fri July 23, 2004

HEATH -- James Ray Heath, 34, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on July 1, 2004. He is survived by his son, Justin Heath; parents, Lucky and Nita Heath of Carlsbad, NM; sister, Missy Heath of Carlsbad; nieces, AshLynn and KateLynn Lunsford of Carlsbad; grandmother, Naomi Bunch of Carlsbad; grandparents, Hollis and Mildred Heath of Carlsbad; and aunts, uncles, and cousins. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 24, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. at the Highland Theater. Refreshments will be served after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any AIDS charity.
        Published on: Fri July 23, 2004