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GALLOWAY -- James "Santa Fe" Galloway, Pianist, Composer, Playwright, born 20 August 1938 died 30 August 2003. Musically gifted from a young age James played clarinet in his grade school band and studied piano at the Danfelser School. At age 10 he and a pal directed a 3-act play, and by age 13 in addition to writing many skits for variety shows, he and a couple of friends wrote and directed their first play. At the old AHS he was on the staff and a contributor to the school literary magazine, participated in the theatre program, played clarinet and oboe and helped write the original operetta that was produced each year by the music theory class. While at UNM he had a one-act play produced at Rodey Theatre and wrote the music for another. He also danced the lead of "Billy the Kid" with the Modern Dance Dept. He received his BFA in Piano and began graduate studies in piano and composition. A scholarship took him to Mexico City to study with the founder and conductor of the National Orchestral of Mexico where he had his professional debut as a concert pianist. Following that he was invited to Bucharest, Romania for the Gerges Enescu Competition. He was awarded a Fullbright Fellowship and spent two years in Brazil studying the music of that country. This was followed by a solo concert tour throughout South America as a musical ambassador for the US State Dept. From sketches he made in Brazil he wrote his 1st Piano Concerto, "Maractu", which premiered with the NM Symphony, and was later reworked into a ballet score for the Harkness Ballet in NY, where he was musical director for a time. His Brazilian "Bahia" songs for Soprano and Orchestra were premiered in Wisconsin and later performed at Carnagie Hall. Reviews of that work termed him "a master of orchestration, producing a score glittering with vivid color, savage rhythms and changing moods". His works, both music and drama, were commissioned by a number of groups across the country from New York, Nashville, Minnesota, and many in New Mexico. His "Santa Fe Spirit" won the Special Music Award from the Western Heritage Center in Oklahoma. Work he did with La Compania de Albuquerque’s production of Tierra Sagrada especially pleased him. Five of his plays were premiered at the U of Albuquerque. "Resurrection" won both Best Play and Best Playwright, and "Mirage" won Outstanding Production from the American College Festival. The musical comedy, "Travelin’ Show" was a joint venture by the drama and music Depts. at UNM and was a roaring success. It was also performed in Raton, Gallup and Red Rock. Opera SW has premiered four of his operas, the latest was just last June. He is survived by a nephew, Craig Fox, a niece, Carla Fox and Steve Slater, their children Stephanie and Kathleen Slater, a niece Chelsea Fox and Scott Harnish, their children Bailey and Kenzie Harnish and the many colleagues and friends who loved him. A viewing will be from 3 - 7 pm on Sunday 7 August. Service is at 11 am on Monday 8 August, both at French Mortuary on University, just north of Lomas. A Memorial Tribute to celebrate some of his prolific contribution to the performing arts will be held the 4th of October at Stage One Theatre, Pope Pious X High School on N. Coors. Time to be announced.
        Published on: Sun September 07, 2003

SMITHART -- Laura. "God said it - I believe it - That settles it." Laura A. Smithart, 76, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2003. Laura was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, friend, mentor, and woman of unfathomable faith. Laura's many accomplishments room mother, 4-H leader, member of Ponderosa extension service, served on the Economic Development Board in Tijeras, NM, a quilter and doll craftswoman and devoted member of Mountainside Methodist and Crossroads Church of the Nazerene. She was preceded in death by her father, John David Henderson, and her sister, Faye Rene Henderson, her first husband , Henry C. Black, and second husband Bobby A. Smithart. She is survived by her mother Helen Faye Henderson, her son James Paul Black and his wife, Pamela K. McCoy of Cedar Crest NM, and daughters Dana Faye Dawson and husband, James C. Dawson, of Edgewood NM, and Sally Ann Martin her husband, David L. Martin of Sandia Park NM, and Bobby's children, Lindley B. Smithart of Portland OR; daughter, Deborah Craig and husband David of Albuquerque; daughter Michelle McGraw and husband, Clarence of Lewisville TX; daughter, Theresa S. LaVerne of, KS; son-in-law, Michael Stoker of Los Lunas, NM and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 am Saturday, September 13, 2003 at the Crossroads Church of the Nazarene, 1200 Columbia, Moriarty, NM 87035. Laura's remains will be interred with her late husband B. A. Smithart at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society memorial fund, phone: 800-227-2345. Sunrise Funeral Options is serving the family of Laura Smithart. 821-0010
        Published on: Sun September 07, 2003

DOUVILLE -- Keenan James Douville, a student at Sandia High School, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 3, 2003. Smile. Maybe Keenan smiled so often because he had no hate. Maybe he was simply born happy and stayed that way. Whatever the reason his smile stayed with him throughout the 16 years he lived. And Keenan still lives. That's the impact he has had on anyone ever acquainted with him. His smile went so much deeper than can be explained. When Keenan smiled, he set the world on fire; he touched hearts with his unforgettable soul. Things didn't seem to always come easily for Keenan and yet throughout his struggles, he never lost his faith. "It's all good," was his favorite saying. He saw good in all things and never had anything bad to say about any other person. All are blessed who had Keenan in their lives. When asked, "What's the meaning of life?" Keenan's quick answer was, "Love. We need to love one another." He was so looking forward to getting his braces off; driving his car; improving his skate-boarding talent; continuing his work at Industrial Rideshop; and graduating from High School in 2005. The memory of his smile and his many gentle gifts will live on in our hearts forever. Who could forget such an amazing son, brother, nephew, cousin, grandchild and friend. Keenan is survived by his parents, Kevin and Rhonda; sister, Morgan; grandparents, Jim and Pat Morgan and Sally Douville; great-grandfather, Jim Morgan Sr.; uncles and aunts, Tom and Danielle Trodden, Debra and David Wesbrook, Desiree Douville and Bryce Douville; cousins, Matthew and Taylor Trodden, Jennifer and Christopher Wesbrook, and Aarmon and Jarell Douville; and many loving relatives and friends. Services will be held Saturday, September 6, 2003, at 1:00 p.m., at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Keenan's memory to Calvary Skate Ministry, c/o Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87109. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Sat September 06, 2003

GALLOWAY -- James "Santa Fe" Galloway, Pianist, Composer, Playwright, born 20 August 1938 died 30 August 2003. Musically gifted from a young age James played clarinet in his grade school band and studied piano at the Danfelser School. At age 10 he and a pal directed a 3-act play, and by age 13 in addition to writing many skits for variety shows, he and a couple of friends wrote and directed their first play. At the old AHS he was on the staff and a contributor to the school literary magazine, participated in the theatre program, played clarinet and oboe and helped write the original operetta that was produced each year by the music theory class. While at UNM he had a one-act play produced at Rodey Theatre and wrote the music for another. He also danced the lead of "Billy the Kid" with the Modern Dance Dept. He received his BFA in Piano and began graduate studies in piano and composition. A scholarship took him to Mexico City to study with the founder and conductor of the National Orchestral of Mexico where he had his professional debut as a concert pianist. Following that he was invited to Bucharest, Romania for the Gerges Enescu Competition. He was awarded a Fullbright Fellowship and spent two years in Brazil studying the music of that country. This was followed by a solo concert tour throughout South America as a musical ambassador for the US State Dept. From sketches he made in Brazil he wrote his 1st Piano Concerto, "Maractu", which premiered with the NM Symphony, and was later reworked into a ballet score for the Harkness Ballet in NY, where he was musical director for a time. His Brazilian "Bahia" songs for Soprano and Orchestra were premiered in Wisconsin and later performed at Carnagie Hall. Reviews of that work termed him "a master of orchestration, producing a score glittering with vivid color, savage rhythms and changing moods". His works, both music and drama, were commissioned by a number of groups across the country from New York, Nashville, Minnesota, and many in New Mexico. His "Santa Fe Spirit" won the Special Music Award from the Western Heritage Center in Oklahoma. Work he did with La Compania de Albuquerque’s production of Tierra Sagrada especially pleased him. Five of his plays were premiered at the U of Albuquerque. "Resurrection" won both Best Play and Best Playwright, and "Mirage" won Outstanding Production from the American College Festival. The musical comedy, "Travelin’ Show" was a joint venture by the drama and music Depts. at UNM and was a roaring success. It was also performed in Raton, Gallup and Red Rock. Opera SW has premiered four of his operas, the latest was just last June. He is survived by a nephew, Craig Fox, a niece, Carla Fox and Steve Slater, their children Stephanie and Kathleen Slater, a niece Chelsea Fox and Scott Harnish, their children Bailey and Kenzie Harnish and the many colleagues and friends who loved him. A viewing will be from 3 - 7 pm on Sunday 7 August. Service is at 11 am on Monday 8 August, both at French Mortuary on University, just north of Lomas. A Memorial Tribute to celebrate some of his prolific contribution to the performing arts will be held the 4th of October at Stage One Theatre, Pope Pious X High School on N. Coors. Time to be announced.
        Published on: Sat September 06, 2003

DOUVILLE -- Keenan James Douville, a student at Sandia High School, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 3, 2003. Smile. Maybe Keenan smiled so often because he had no hate. Maybe he was simply born happy and stayed that way. Whatever the reason his smile stayed with him throughout the 16 years he lived. And Keenan still lives. That's the impact he has had on anyone ever acquainted with him. His smile went so much deeper than can be explained. When Keenan smiled, he set the world on fire; he touched hearts with his unforgettable soul. Things didn't seem to always come easily for Keenan and yet throughout his struggles, he never lost his faith. "It's all good," was his favorite saying. He saw good in all things and never had anything bad to say about any other person. All are blessed who had Keenan in their lives. When asked, "What's the meaning of life?" Keenan's quick answer was, "Love. We need to love one another." He was so looking forward to getting his braces off; driving his car; improving his skate-boarding talent; continuing his work at Industrial Rideshop; and graduating from High School in 2005. The memory of his smile and his many gentle gifts will live on in our hearts forever. Who could forget such an amazing son, brother, nephew, cousin, grandchild and friend. Keenan is survived by his parents, Kevin and Rhonda; sister, Morgan; grandparents, Jim and Pat Morgan and Sally Douville; great-grandfather, Jim Morgan Sr.; uncles and aunts, Tom and Danielle Trodden, Debra and David Wesbrook, Desiree Douville and Bryce Douville; cousins, Matthew and Taylor Trodden, Jennifer and Christopher Wesbrook, and Aarmon and Jarell Douville; and many loving relatives and friends. Services will be held Saturday, September 6, 2003, at 1:00 p.m., at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Fri September 05, 2003

CHAVEZ -- Dulcinea Chavez, born June 12,1927 has gone home with Lord in the loving arms of her family, after a short battle with scleroderma, on Tuesday September 2, 2003. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Martin S. Chavez; parents, Nicholas and Bartolita Alderete; brother, Luis Alderete; sister, Placida Saavedra; and son-in-law, Ray Gonzales. She is survived by four sons, Alejandro (Bebe) Chavez and wife, Monica, Johnny Chavez and wife, Tam, Eric Chavez and wife, Angelica, and Alejandro (Critter) Chavez; four daughters, Rosalia (Lea) Gomez, Elijia Robinson and husband, Robbie, Martha Salazar and husband, Fred, Jackie Chavez and husband, Dennis. She leaves behind 15 grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild whom she loved and adored. She is also survived by one sister, Angelita Mora; six brothers-in-law; five sisters-in-law; and numerous nephews and nieces. Dulce has also left behind a very special nephew and niece, Johnny and Teresa Tapia; and her niece, Annie Gutierrez. Dulce will be missed tremendously. She was the #1 fan of Johnnie Tapia and a dedicated fan of the SVLL and Rio Grande Raven Baseball Teams. The lack of her presence will be felt on the stands. Services will be held Santuario de San Martin, 8321 Camino San Martin SW. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evening, September 4, 2003. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 5, 2003 11 :00 a.m. Burial will follow immediately after services at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery at Coors and Arenal SW. Pallbearers will be Carlos Chavez, Jose Chavez, Ruben Chavez, Andrei Gomez, Gary Gomez, Raymond Mendez, Nick Saavedra, Slick Salazar and Johnny Tapia. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Anaya, Mario Chavez, Anthony Garcia, Orlando Griego, Anthony Gutierrez, Robert Gutierrez, Jorge Hernandez, Eddie Martinez, Anthony Mendez, CJ Parraz, James Saiz, Mike Sandoval, Alex Serna, and Alex Zavala. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Thu September 04, 2003

LEONARD -- Zella Leonard, 102, a resident of Albuquerque since 1961, died Wednesday, September 3, 2003. She is survived by her daughters, Dr. Louise Leonard of Albuquerque and Margaret Sabo and husband, William of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Judith Gerald and husband, Lanny, Bonita Louise Dinham and husband, Dana, Michael Johnston of Virginia, and Michelle Johnston of San Francisco, CA; eight great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild; niece, Karen Wilt of Hollidaysburg, PA; nephew, James Lee Endress; and son-in-law, Melvin Johnston of Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milo Leonard; daughter, Dolores Johnston; grandson, William Sabo; parents, Wesley and Ida Cartwright Endress and brother, Leroy Endress. Mrs. Leonard was born in Frankstown, PA in a log cabin that was a trading post for the Delaware Susqehannah Indians. She loved fishing and was still fishing at the age of 92. Mrs. Leonard enjoyed playing the piano and organ and as a young girl played in the church. She was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church. Mrs. Leonard was a beloved mother, grandmother and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held Friday, September 5, 2003, 10:00 am, at St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Dana Dinham, Andy Brooks, Lanny Gerald, Sr., and Lanny Gerald Jr. Friends may visit one hour prior to service at St. Luke's. Should friends' desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul NE, 87112. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu September 04, 2003

TOWNSEND -- James "Jim" M. Townsend, 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, died Wednesday, August 27, 2003. He is survived by his sister, Juanita Thiebault of Pascagaula, MS, and his special lady, Amanda Johnson and her mother Sandy Hosier. James was born in Philadelphia, MS and served his country in the US Air Force and the Army having served during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He had a spice and zest for life and a love of the finer things. James enjoyed his quite home life and loved his neighbors as well. Graveside services will be held on Friday, September 5, 2003 at 3:30 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu September 04, 2003

BROWN -- Harriet Z. Brown, age 84, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 27, 2003. She was preceded in death by her husband, James B. Brown, grandson, Landon, and brothers, Jack and Tom Zalaha. Harriet is survived by her daughter, Susan Hixenbaugh; granddaughter, Alysia; grandson, James and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, their families, and other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Harriet loved to travel. She was a longtime travel agent at Globetrotters and Atlas Travel, and she was also an avid golfer. A memorial service will be held at St. Johns Cathedral, 4th and Silver SW. in Albuquerque, on Wednesday, September 3, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Make A Wish Foundation, 5301 Central NE. Albuquerque, NM. 87108. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Wed September 03, 2003

MONTOYA -- Philip D. Montoya, 66, our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 31, 2003. Psalm 91:1 Those who live in the shelter of the Most High, will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Elizabeth; daughters, Rachel Montoya, Genevieve Montoya, Christine Gutierrez and husband, Robert, Angel Martinez and husband, Josh; 11 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sister, Esther Ward and husband, Paul. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, September 4, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Services will be held on Friday, September 5, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at Victory Love Church, 7201 Central Ave NW. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers are Robert Gutierrez, James Trujillo, Gilbert Cadena, Josh Martinez, Ray Cuellar and Paul Ward. Honorary Pallbearers are Robert Garcia, Ricky Gutierrez, Jr. and D.J. Montoya. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Wed September 03, 2003