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RAGAN -- Tunis Russell Ragan, Sr., 73, of Bristol, Tennessee, died Thursday, July 15, 2004, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Bristol, a son of the late John J. and Amanda Pickle Ragan. He was a graduate of Holston Valley High School, where he played on the basketball team, and was a U.S. Army Medical Corps Veteran of the Korean War. He was associated with J.C. Penny Company in Bristol and was transferred to Chattanooga in 1958. He owned and managed Ragan's Chevron Service Station on Signal Mountain, moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1991 and returned to live in Bristol in 2002. He was a member of Paperville United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Reba Ruth Rather Ragan; a son, Tunis Russell Ragan, Jr. and his wife Diedra of Albuquerque; two grandsons, Justin Ragan of Los Angeles, California, and Matthew Ragan of Albuquerque; two sisters, Ann Peters of Parksley, Virginia, and Rosa Lee Bowers of Bloxon, Virginia; a brother, Victor Ragan of Bristol; his aunt, Bea Fleenor of Bristol; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:45 Monday evening, July 19, 2004, at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home with the service to follow at 8 o'clock. Rev. James Oxendine will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Paperville United Methodist Church Building Fund, c/o Mrs. Shelby Buskell, Treasurer, 1208 Old Jonesboro Road, Bristol, Tennessee, 37620. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Mr. Ragan and his family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home and Crematory, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tennessee.
        Published on: Sun July 18, 2004

SUNDBERG -- Arlene "Doris" Sundberg passed away on July 13, 2004 in Albuquerque. She was born on March 3, 1938 in West Alliss, WI. She is survived by her children, John Sundberg, Jeanne M. Morris and Gerald A. Grover; her sister, Lois Carlson; grandchildren, James D. Grover, Shelly H. Morris, Toshia J. P. Grover, Naomi N. and Noel L. Sundberg, Tracy L. Owens, and Amy J. Reeves; great-grandchildren, Austin M. Reeves, Christopher R. Reeves, and Madison M. Grover. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Sun July 18, 2004

WOODS -- Robert H. Woods died peacefully at his home in Albuquerque, NM on July 14, 2004. He was the devoted husband of the late Audrey Cooper Woods, and is survived by their children: Suzanne of Scandinavia, Wisconsin; R. John of Albuquerque; Todd of Neenah, Wisconsin; Jacquelyn of Albuquerque; and James of Pagosa Springs, CO; and by fourteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his grandson, John Allen, son of Suzanne. Bob was born in Henrietta, OK on July 27, 1918. He was a 1942 graduate of Marquette University School of Engineering. He worked for Nordberg in Milwaukee developing diesel engines during World War II. After the war he moved to Fox River Valley to work for Marathon Corporation where he developed manufacturing machinery for packing materials. With Howard Curler, Bob co-founded Curwood, Inc. in 1958 in New London, Wisconsin. In 1965, Curwood was sold to the Bemis Company. Bob worked as vice president, president and CEO until his retirement. Bob's quiet kindness and generous sprit reflected his deep love of nature. He will be remembered with joy and love by all who knew him. Since it was Bob's wish not to have a public funeral service, there will be a private family ceremony at the family property in Scandinavia, Wisconsin. On Monday, August 16 there will be a gathering for family and friends to honor Bob's memory and celebrate his life at the home of Todd and Jackie Woods at 1040 Northcreek Drive in the town of Menasha from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cards and letters may be sent to: Robert Woods Family c/o Todd Woods, P.O. Box 2624, Oshkosh, WI 54903. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appropriate in lieu of flowers. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
        Published on: Sun July 18, 2004

YOUNG -- Mary Alvina Cruz Young, born on June 9, 1954, went home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 13, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. She leaves to mourn four children, Vicki Young, James Young Jr. and his wife, Antionette, Matthew Young, and Susanna Cruz. She also leaves to mourn her ex-husband and best friend, James G. Young Sr., and six grandchildren, Yoshua Young, Precious Young, Elijah Young, Chantelle Young, Moses Young, and Isaiah Young. She also leaves behind three brothers, Lalo Alvarez and his wife, Mary, Domingo Alvarez and his wife, Amalia, and Arturo Alvarez, and a host of nieces and nephews. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Services will be held on Saturday July 17, 2004 at 11:00 a.m, in Shiloh Baptist Church, 608 Avenida Cesar Chavez SE. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale SE. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
        Published on: Sat July 17, 2004

DARR -- Harry Lawrence Darr, 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born January 17, 1927 to Walter and Gertrude (Eaton) Darr in Socorro, NM. He was a veteran of WWII and the Korean War and was retired from the Physical Plant at the University of New Mexico. Harry is preceded in death by his wife, Isabel (Macias) Darr; brothers: Nestor and Walter Darr Jr.; sisters: Evelyn Salome and Claudine Nichols. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Claudia Darr and her son, Dukie Darr of Albuquerque; nieces and nephews: Barbara and Leroy Baca of Gallup, NM; Sylvia and Jimmy Romano of Houston, TX; JoAnn and Nick Sais of Socorro; George and Helen Salome of Las Cruces, NM; Jeanette and Sam Atencio of Socorro; Bernice and James D'Agostino of Portales, NM; Pat Salome and Melissa Thomas of Socorro; Anton and Moniqua Salome of Socorro; a family friend, Marcie Brayboy of Socorro; and many other nieces and nephews and great-nieces and -nephews. Rosary will be recited on Friday, July 16, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. at San Miguel with Father John C. Daniel as Celebrant. Burial will be in the San Miguel Cemetery. Pallbearers are: Sam Atencio, Nick Sais, Pat Salome, Anton Salome, James D'Agostino, and Leroy Baca. Honorary Pallbearers are: Claude Arnold, Larry Martinez, Vincent Pino, and George Salome. Arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
        Published on: Fri July 16, 2004

EVERETT -- Bonnie Everett May 28, 1931 - July 12, 2004 At the age of 73, Bonnie Everett passed away on Monday, July 12, 2004 in Del Rio, TX. She was born to Elmer Charles Starr and Catherine May Guheen on May 28, 1931 in Denver, CO. "Miss Bonnie", as she was affectionately known, ran a dance academy in Albuquerque, NM for 25 years. In 1978, she moved to Del Rio where she resided for 26 years. She was married to Clifford Eugene Everett for 32 years. Together, they owned the "Holiday Travel Park" for 24 years, located on Hwy 90 West, which is still operating. Bonnie owned and operated "Miss Bonnie's Dance Academy" for 40 years. She touched many young children's lives through her talent in dancing. Bonnie will be remembered for wanting her girls to be the best. Throughout the years, her students' achievements, as well as her own, were recognized in the Del Rio News-Herald. In 1985, an excerpt of Bonnie's life was chronicled in the book entitled "The Spirit of Val Verde County." In 1987 she was voted Miss Congeniality of Del Rio. When not instructing, she always enjoyed being around her family and many friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Survivors include her husband, Clifford E. Everett; sons: James M. McIntire of Del Rio, TX, Gary E. McIntire and wife, Debra R. of Burnet, TX, Charles Daniel McIntire and wife, Dorie of Del Rio, TX, and Joseph Bryan McIntire also of Burnet TX; step-daughters: Genie Lovelace and husband, Perry of Santa Fe, NM, Gerie Collins and husband, Kevin, and Janet Everett; and step-son, Joe Everett and wife, Mel, all of Albuquerque; sisters: Betty Jean Wiley and husband, Leon, Judy Starr, and Janet Brenhold and husband, Jim, all of Albuquerque. Also surviving are several grandchildren as well as great-grandchildren. Visitation was held on Thursday, July 15, 2004 from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on 201 Western Drive. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. at the church with Pastor Gary Martin and Brother David Nielsen officiating. Interment will take place on Monday, July 19, 2004 at 11:30 a.m. at the Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX. Pallbearers will be: James M. McIntire, Gary E. McIntire, Joseph B. McIntire, Jimmy R. McIntire, Leon Wiley, and Bob Smalley. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Don's Funeral Chapels in Del Rio Texas (830) 775-2626.
        Published on: Fri July 16, 2004

YOUNG -- Mary Alvina Cruz Young, born on June 9, 1954, went home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 13, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. She leaves to mourn four children, Vicki Young, James Young Jr. and his wife, Antionette, Matthew Young, and Susanna Cruz. She also leaves to mourn her ex-husband and best friend, James G. Young Sr., and six grandchildren, Yoshua Young, Precious Young, Elijah Young, Chantelle Young, Moses Young, and Isaiah Young. She also leaves behind three brothers, Lalo Alvarez and his wife, Mary, Domingo Alvarez and his wife, Amalia, and Arturo Alvarez, and a host of nieces and nephews. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. A Visitation will be held on Friday, July 16, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Services will be held on Saturday July 17, 2004 at 11:00 a.m., in Shiloh Baptist Church, 608 Avenida Cesar Chavez SE. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale SE. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE 842-8800
        Published on: Fri July 16, 2004

BACA -- Ernest Ben Baca, age 56, was called to our Lord and Savior on Friday July 9, 2004 in Phoenix, AZ. Ernest was born on December 23, 1947, in Albuquerque, NM to Joe and Esther Baca. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Ernestina Baca; two sisters, Judy Villas and husband, Nestor, and Lillian Dow and husband, Walter; five brothers, Cruz Baca and wife, Lucy, Steve Baca and wife, Irene, Anthony Baca and wife, Charlene, Andrew Baca and wife, Veronica, David Baca and wife, Barbara; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ernest served his country proudly in the Army during the Vietnam Era. Mr. Baca will deeply missed by his loving family. A rosary will be recited on Thursday evening July 15, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Refreshments will be served after the rosary in the Celebration of Life Room also at Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday morning, July 16, 2004 at 8:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be his nephews, Ernest Villas, Cruz Baca, Steven Baca, Jason Baca, Aaron Barros and Matthew Baca. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Atencio, James Burton and his nephews, David Baca, Thad Barros and Eric Barros. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Thu July 15, 2004

GOODMAN -- Howard Kenneth Goodman, "Jack," was born to Charles A. Goodman and Beulah Dowda on September 21, 1923 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Jack was a brave bombardier and served our country during World War II in Europe fighting the Nazis. His years of service in the European Theatre Operation with the 15th Army Air Force 460th Bomb Group 760th Squadron earned him an Air Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, the European-African-Middle Eastern Theatre Ribbon with five Bronze Service Stars, and one Overseas Service Bar. But Jack was more than just a man or a soldier. Jack was a student of life, a renaissance man, a loving father and grandfather, a compassionate friend, a teacher, and a proprietor of stubbornness. It seems that a series of "meant-to-be" circumstances comprised Jack's wonderful life. For example, he met his sweetheart because they were neighbors before even attending college. Armed with his BS in Business, Jack wed Suzanne Payne on March 5, 1949. Jack then operated the Catfish Bay Resort on Lake Texoma and was later recalled to Air Force duty. Four beautiful children later, Jack and Suzanne moved to Albuquerque in 1962 after he received his MBA and his teaching certificate. Jack was an excellent teacher and taught science to Ernie Pyle middle school students until his retirement in 1981. Jack continued his teaching experience by volunteering with the Boy Scouts of America and was a scoutmaster in Troop #88 and later Explorer Post #88. His calling in life was teaching, and he did this every day until the day he met his wife and child in heaven. After Suzanne and their youngest daughter, Jennifer, died in an auto accident, Jack raised his sons, Charles and James, and his daughter Patty. Jack is survived by Charles, wife, Dianne and sons, Brant and Ryan; Patricia, and daughters, Kerstan and Kathryn; and James, wife, Cathy and their two daughters, Danica and Ada. Jack's sister, Pat, her husband, Floyd, and their sons, Art, Mitch, and Patrick will also miss Jack deeply. Jack's family and friends, especially Dorothy Vassallo, will miss him forever, and his absence is felt by all who loved him and who were touched by his life. Cremation has occurred. Memorial Services will be held at St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church on Saturday, July 31, 2004. The time will be announced. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Thu July 15, 2004

HAY -- Norma June Sultzer Hay passed peacefully to be with her Lord on Saturday, July 10, 2004, at her son's residence in Springfield, Virginia. Beloved wife of the late Robert E. Hay, she was also preceded in death by her son, James Hay; sister, Eva Sultzer; and brother, Patrick O'Rourke. She is survived by five sons, Robert Jr., Thomas, Stephen, Daniel and Kevin; five sisters, Betty, Mary, Carol, Judy and Rosalie; and many grandchildren, great-grand children, nephews and nieces, and a host of other relatives and friends. There will be a visitation at 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with the Rosary at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, July 15, 2004, at French Mortuary, University Blvd Chapel. Funeral Mass is Friday, July 16, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at our Lady of Fatima Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd NE. Burial service will also be on Friday at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. She lived her life in service to her family, friends and others for the betterment of this world. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to her favorite charitable organization, El Refugio, 800 South Robert St., Sliver City, NM 88061, or to a charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Thu July 15, 2004