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MAES -- Aurelia "Lela" P. Maes, 87, went home to be with our Lord on December 10, 2004. She passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side. She was a member of the Sacred Heart League, People's Eucharistic League, and the Blue Army. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband Jose D. Maes, her sisters Josephine Aragon, and Margaret P. Heard; her brothers Anastacio Perez and Camillo Perez. She is survived by her loving daughter Gloria Gonzales and husband Willie; 4 Grandchildren, David Gonzales and wife Paulette, Patty Salas and husband Edward, Shirley Gonzales and husband Ruben Barela, and Joseph Gonzales; 3 Great-Grandchildren, Michelle, Jacob, and Alexandra; her sisters Sarafina Torres, Blazita Baca and husband Simon of Montebello, CA, Cruzita Duran and husband Julian of West Covina, CA; her brother Felix Perez; and many loving Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be at Salazar & Sons Mortuary from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 12, 2004. Thereafter a Rosary will be recited by Deacon Tom Perez. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Monsignor Leo Lucero and Deacon Tom Perez at San Felipe de Neri Church at 10:00am on Monday December 13, 2004. Internment will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, David Gonzales, Edward Salas, Ruben Barela, Felix Perez Jr., Delfin Aragon Jr., and Michael Perez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lee Whistle and Joseph Gonzales. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

MARTINEZ -- DAVID M. The family of Mr. David M. Martinez would like to thank all of their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Father Joel Garner, Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, presider of the Mass, to the Legion of Mary for reciting the Rosary and to the Pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

OLIVA -- David-Mykel Royce Oliva, 19, passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2004. David-Mykel was born June 12, 1985 the son of David George and Amy Yolanda Kemp Oliva in Albuquerque. David was a self-employed musician and enjoyed entertaining. He is survived by his parents, David and Amy Oliva; three brothers, Brian Ortiz, Collan Oliva, and Kane Bradich; grandparents, Edwin and Patsy Kemp; aunts and uncles, Cass and Sandy Oliva, Jess Oliva, Karen and Doug Coney, Mark and Ruth Oliva, Debra and Martin Castillo, Ed and Laura Oliva, Woody Drumm and family, Karen and John Grubbs, Patricia Kemp, Cindy Keeling, Richard E. and Judy Kemp; cousins, Brandon, Gabe, Danielle, Julian, Douglas, Dawn Crystal, Dax, Sonny, Domonica, Baily, Sarah, Kalee, Maggie, Kelly, Lucass, Holly, and Jazzmine; and close friends, Carol Paras and family. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, December 13, 2004 at 3:30 PM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Sage Ward, 8130 Sage Rd. SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

REID -- Margaret A. Reid, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2004. Margaret was preceded in death by her son, Edward J. Reid. She is survived by her husband, Dale of 53 years; daughters, Margaret E. Reid, Cheryl L. Parsons of Michigan; sons, A. David Reid of Nevada, Gary D. Reid of Florida; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. TO MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS When I am gone, let me go, release me, I have so many things yet to do and see. You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears, be happy that we had so many beautiful years. I gave to you my love and you can only guess how much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now it's time I traveled on alone. So grieve if grieve you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that we must part. So bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away, for life goes on, so if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near and if you listen with your heart, you'll hear. And then when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile that says, "Welcome Home!" Cremation has taken place after a private memorial service. Arrangements under the care of: Sunrise Funeral Options 2400 Southern Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM (505) 891-9192
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

STRONG -- Georgiana Hollingworth Strong, 84, passed away peacefully at home in Albuquerque on December 10, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cdr (ret) George Trowbridge Strong. She was born September 20, 1920 in Portland, Oregon, and moved with her family to New Mexico more than 50 years ago. She returned to Albuquerque last year after living for several years in Yuma, Arizona. She is survived by her three children, Ruth Strong Marciano of Albuquerque, Mary Caroline Myslivy of Fairfax, Virginia, David George Strong of Millersville, Maryland, and their spouses; 16 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and she will be interred at Santa Fe National Cemetery near her husband and her parents, Wilford D. and Ruth M. Hollingworth. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made either to the TVI Foundation Hollingworth Scholarship, 525 Buena Vista SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87105 or a Shrine Children's Hospital. All arrangements are under the care and direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

ANAYA -- Bonifacio Anaya, died on December 8, 2004, at 92 years old. He was a member of the St. Charles Boromeo Church. He is survived by his daughters, Mary Padilla and husband, Leo, and Laura Garcia; 12 grandchildren; and 20 great-gandchildren. A viewing for Bonifacio will be held on Sunday, December 12, 2004 at 5:00 p.m. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. following the viewing, at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, December 13, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Charles Boromeo Church; interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charlie Saiz, Arnie Mancha, Larry Padilla, David Luna, Greg Nunez, and Michael Gabaldon. Honorary Pallbearer will be Ronnie Aragon. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Sat December 11, 2004

CORTESE -- Frank B. Cortese, Sr., (Papa) age 77, went home to be with the Lord and his beloved Tillie (Termite) on November 8, 2004. Frank was born in Albuquerque, NM to Bruno and Angela Cortese. He is survived by his children, Frank B. Cortese II and wife Deborah, David B. Cortese and wife Sue, Tania M. Triolo and husband Adam, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Nicholas and Noel Cortese, Hollis White and Cristin Fuller, and Amber and Monique Triolo; great-grandchildren, David, Eli, and Ethan; two sisters, Rosemary Shaw and Peggy Romero and husband Jerry of Albuquerque; and lifelong friend Lawrence Rivera. Frank graduated early from St. Mary's High School in Albuquerque, so that he could enlist in the Navy. He was a veteran of World War II, having survived time in the South Pacific as Seaman First Class. Upon returning to Albuquerque, he entered school at UNM where he earned a BS in chemical engineering. . During May 2002 he was honored as a 50 year, golden alumni at University of New Mexico's commencement exercises. In addition to attending school, Frank operated a local establishment with his father called Frank's Bar. It was during this time he met the love of his life, Tillie. Frank and Tillie married on September 10, 1951 and remained married until her death in June 2003. A few years after marrying, Frank sold the bar, but this did not stop his adventurous, entrepreneurial, spirit. During his lifetime his career path was a winding one. He worked as an insurance salesman, a private investigator, drove a truck for Zip potato chip company, delivered milk, owned a gas station, owned Real Milk dairies, and eventually settled into a job at Nobel/Sysco food company where he worked for 20+ years. After "retiring" from Sysco, he worked in his business, Cortese Rental Properties while helping Tillie in her Mary Kay career. Frank had three children and was very proud of all of them. He always encouraged them to do their best, excel in all they did, and supported them throughout their endeavors. In betw een work adventures and raising a family, Frank enjoyed remodeling his home. Throughout the years he spent countless hours mixing concrete, putting up rock facing, and landscaping. Frank loved to listen to music, especially opera, and was always reading. He loved to cook. During Christmas time Frank would battle Tillie for the kitchen so he could make his Italian specialties. "Papa" loved all his grandchildren and took pride in watching them grow, taking care of them before and after school and cooking for them. His hearty laugh and stern lectures will be missed by all. The last 9 months of his life were spent at the Cottages of Albuquerque where he was taken care of by his angels here on earth. The family cannot extend enough thanks to the angels at the Cottages for the care, love and respect that was extending to our "Papa" while being a resident at the facility. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sat December 11, 2004

MULLEN -- William (Bill) T. Mullen died November 14, 2004 after suffering a bicycle accident in Maui, Hawaii. Bill is survived by his wife, Mariko, of Albuquerque; son, Michael Mullen of Denver, CO; daughter, Amy Mullen of Seattle, WA; stepson, David Bloxham of Tacoma, WA; stepdaughter, Cesha Page of Meridian, ID; step-grandchildren, Ethan, Isaac, and Piper Page of Meridian, ID; brother, Robert Mullen of Sammamish, WA; sister, Marsha Lewis of Tigard, OR; and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was born in Portland, OR on December 15, 1944. He graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and remained a "Beaver Believer" all of his life. He worked briefly for the Boeing Co. before beginning his career with the US government working first for the Dept of Defense in the Pearl Harbor and Bremerton Shipyards, refueling Navy submarines and carriers. He also worked for nearly 20 years with the US Department of Energy in weapons related work at Hanford, INEL, Pantex, LANL, and finally at the Albuquerque Operations and Sandia Site Offices. Bill enjoyed all sports including baseball, basketball, football, running, bicycling, fishing, golf, and skiing. His enthusiasm for life was exceeded only by his love for his family, friends, and co-workers. A Memorial Service will be held at the Kirtland AFB Chapel on December 13, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held in Tigard, OR, at a yet to be determined date. Remembrances can be made in Bill's name to: The Nature Conservancy, Attn: Treasury, 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203, or to a charity of your choice.
        Published on: Sat December 11, 2004

STRONG -- Georgiana Hollingworth Strong, 84, passed away peacefully at home in Albuquerque on December 10, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cdr (ret) George Trowbridge Strong. She was born September 20, 1920 in Portland, Oregon, and moved with her family to New Mexico more than 50 years ago. She returned to Albuquerque last year after living for several years in Yuma, Arizona. She is survived by her three children, Ruth Strong Marciano of Albuquerque, Mary Caroline Myslivy of Fairfax, Virginia, David George Strong of Millersville, Maryland, and their spouses; 16 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and she will be interred at Santa Fe National Cemetery near her husband and her parents, Wilford D. and Ruth M. Hollingworth. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made either to the TVI Foundation Hollingworth Scholarship, 525 Buena Vista SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87105 or a Shrine Children's Hospital. All arrangements are under the care and direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
        Published on: Sat December 11, 2004

GADDIS -- Flora B. Gaddis, 85, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born January 2, 1919 to Gabriel and Isabel (Padilla) Barela in Socorro, NM. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thaddeus S. Gaddis; her son, Alex Montoya JR.; and daughter, Julie A. Meyer. She is survived by her son, James R. Montoya and wife, Margaret of Los Lunas, NM; daughter, Nancy L. Huerta and husband, John of Albuquerque; sister, Nellie B. Barnes and husband, Otis of Socorro; sister-in-law, Judy Montoya of Florida; grandchildren: Jonathan Huerta, Brittney Huerta, Stacie Montoya, David Meyer and wife, Bernadette, Karie Moulton and husband, Gary, Robbie Montoya and wife, Rosalinda, Pamela Martinez and husband, Victor, Stacy Wood and husband, Bob and Alex M. Montoya III; and ten great-grandchildren. A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, December 10, 2004 at 7:00 pm at Steadman-Hall Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be Saturday, December 11, 2004 at 2:00 pm at St. Paul's United Methodist Church with Rev. Judy Romero-Oak officiating. Burial will be in the Socorro Cemetery. Pallbearers are: Robbie Montoya, David Meyer, Jonathan Huerta, Alex Montoya III, Victor Martinez, and Tommy Newboldt. Honorary Pallbearers are: Jacob Montoya, Mike Mora, and John Huerta. Arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
        Published on: Fri December 10, 2004