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FICKEL, EDITH Edith Marie (nee Durzo) Fickel passed away on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014. She was born on April 2, 1928. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Jack Fickel; children, Martin Fickel and Gwen Fickel FitzGerald; her grandchildren, Sara FitzGerald, Ryan FitzGerald, Derek Fickel and Kevin Fickel; nephews, F. John Durzo and Allen Johnson; nieces, Judith L. Durzo and Lisabeth Durzo Sisk and Beverly McCall; great-nephews, Matthew Sisk and Dustin Durzo, and great-nieces Anne Sisk and Danielle Durzo. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bruno and Maria Durzo; daughter, Peggy Fickel; brother and sister-in-law, Frank J. and Elizabeth Durzo; sisters, Amelia Durzo and Lucille Durzo; and nephew David Durzo. Edith earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin. Jack and Edith moved to Albuquerque in 1957. She was a children's librarian in Albuquerque Public Libraries for 24 years and served as head librarian at the Erna Ferguson branch. She loved her family, friends and four-legged family. She and Jack had a house full of dogs, and there was always room for one more. A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2014 at FRENCH - University. Please visit our online guestbook for Edith at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
BENTLEY, JERRY F. Jerry F. Bentley ended his journey on December 5, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Jane. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, 11:00 a.m., December 13, 2014, at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul NE, Albuquerque, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Jerry at www.FrenchFunerals.com. Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
BADSGARD, WAYNE A. Age 86, passed away on December 8, 2014 in Albuquerque. Born on October 11, 1928 in Raton, New Mexico to parents, Marguerite Jacques and Arnold Badsgard. Survivors include his beloved wife of 38 years, Jean Badsgard; son, Richard and wife, Sandy Badsgard of Sun City, Arizona; two grandsons, Ryan and Randy Badsgard, their wives and their four sons of Phoenix, AZ; daughter, Deborah L. Badsgard of Albuquerque and Farmington, NM; brother, Chuck Badsgard and wife, Pat of Farmington, NM; sisters, Lucille Mehas, Mary Alice Sietz, and Judy Miller all residing in the Dallas, TX area; step-children, Lewis Ankeny and wife, Susie of Bristol, TN, Michael C. Ankeny and wife, Chandra; Marsha Leatherwood and husband, Allan and five step grandchildren all living in the Albuquerque area. Wayne was preceded in death by his son, Kenneth W. Badsgard and step-daughter, Lee Ann Ankeny Fudge. He served his country for four years in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He returned to New Mexico and earned degrees in Electrical Engineering and an MBA from UNM. After 30 years of service he retired from Public Service Company of New Mexico as Division Vice-President. He was very active in Civic Affairs and his many positions included President of the Belen Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club, Santa Fe United Way, and Albuquerque Utility Council. He was an avid golfer and served for 10 years as an officer of the Los Altos Golf Association. He was an active member of St. Stephens United Methodist Church. A private family gathering will be held in his honor, per his wishes. Please visit our online guestbook for Wayne at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
GREY, JEAN Age 66, wife, daughter, mother, and grandmother, went to be with our Lord on December 9, 2014. She entered this world in 1948 in Grand Saline, TX, born to Marcus and Doris Grammer. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Ed Grey of Albuquerque; her mother, Doris Grammer of Albuquerque; her daughters, Stephane Summers and husband, Chris of Abilene, TX and Heather Horn and husband, Russ of Lubbock, TX; and her four grandchildren, James Summers, Rylee Horn, Avery Horn, and Zane Horn. Jean was very active in the Church throughout her life serving in various roles and working with many activities. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, December 12, 2014, 3:00 p.m. at Mountainside Church of Christ, 12300 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Jean's name to Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd. NW, 87120. Please visit our online guestbook for Jean at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
CASTILLO, PEDRO (PETE) Pedro (Pete) Castillo passed in his home surrounded by his loving family on December 8, 2014, born on October 10, 1945 in Albuquerque, NM. He and his wife Martha started a family and moved to California where he worked and retired from McDonnell-Douglas Aircraft after 36 years. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and camper. He is survived by wife of 50 years, Martha; his children Peter (Danny), Renee, and Joseph; his grandchildren, Christopher, Matthew, Daniel and Nicholas; and five great- grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Katie (Jack), Rudy (Laura), Pauline, Virginia (Larry), Gregory, Jeannette; sister-in-law Elia; and many nieces and nephews; especially close niece Jean (Nenee); best friends Bill and Ruth; his spoiled rotten chihuahuas. He is preceded in death by his parents Alfredo and Helen, brother Margo, infant sister Gloria and grandson Andrew. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at Holy Family Catholic Church at 11:00 AM with burial to follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, (505)764-9663.
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
CARRILLO, IRIS J. On December 4, 2014, Iris left us to be amongst the stars in Heaven. Her kind and loving spirit will be greatly missed by all those she touched. She joins her parents, her best friend, Joe Cordova, a grandson, a great- grandson, among other loved ones in Heaven. She is survived by her brother Jack Carrillo; her four children, Joe M. Cordova, Kenneth L. Cordova, Connie R. Cordova, and Lance C. Flores and wife Desiree; eight grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and many friends. Cremation has taken place and a Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 9:00am at St. Bernadette's Catholic Church, 11509 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Pot-luck reception to follow Mass in church parish hall.
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
BRYANT, BELLE "LANETTE" Belle "Lanette" Bryant passed away peacefully on December 8, 2014 after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. She was born in Snyder, Texas on August 17, 1939 to Hugh and Gladys Davis. Lanette attended high school in Jal, New Mexico and settled in Albuquerque in 1970. On September 11, 1974, she married Bobby Bryant, a man who loved her dearly. They were married for 38 years until Bob's passing in May, 2013. She was the proud mother of four children, but she especially enjoyed watching her grandchildren grow into successful young adults. In her retirement years, Lanette found enjoyment in playing bingo and indulging her creative side by making jewelry. She spent many happy hours beading necklaces and bracelets. She also enjoyed the challenges of the daily crossword puzzle. The family appreciates the compassionate, loving care Lanette received in the last few months of her life from the caregivers at Princess Jeanne Manor. We love you all! Lanette is survived by her sisters, Hughlene Rinehart of Louisville, IL, and Peggy Koziorowski and her husband, Ed, of Plainfield, IL; her daughters, Julie McGowan and her husband, Marty, of Albuquerque, and Janet Krause and her husband, Mark, of Phoenix, Arizona; a step-daughter, Kelley Ferguson and her partner, Mike Acosta, of Duncan, Arizona; and a step-son, Russell "Rusty" Bryant and his wife, Lily, of Albuquerque. Lanette was the proud grandmother of ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the charity of one's choice.
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
PETERSON, BETTY JEANNE Betty J. Peterson passed away on December 8, 2014 at the age of 89. Visitation will be held at Palm Mortuary located at 6701 North Jones Blvd on Sunday, December 14th from 4-7 pm. Services honoring B.J. will be held on Monday, December 15th at 12:00 noon, in the Palm Mortuary Chapel. B.J. was preceded in death by her daughter Sharon Jane, by her son Jeffrey Peterson, by her sister Peggy Atchison and by her brother Don Barker. She is survived by her children, Gary Peterson and his wife Sue Ann Peterson of Houston, Texas; Pamela Peterson of Albuquerque, New Mexico; Suzanne Peterson of Phoenix, Arizona; Dr. Caroline Peterson and partner Cindy Schaffer of Dayton, Ohio; and Mikel Peterson and Scott Meiers of Las Vegas, Nevada. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Sterling Czar and wife Devon, of Breckenridge, Colorado; Jayme Czar Parker and Justin Czar both of Albuquerque, New Mexico; Candace Battafarano and husband Phillip of Phoenix, Arizona; Nicholas Peterson and Andre' Meiers, both of Las Vegas, Nevada. B. J. was also blessed by seven great-grandchildren, Hayden Caldes and Hudson and Mia Grace Parker of Albuquerque, New Mexico; Nico and Sophia Battafarano of Phoenix, Arizona; and Braylynn Elizabeth and Dalton Sterling of Breckenridge, Colorado. B. J. is survived by her cousin, Doris Sullivan and many nieces and nephews whom she beloved and felt it was important to keep connected with her own children. Betty Jeanne was born May 18th, 1925 in Quanah, Texas. She graduated from Quanah High School at the age of 16 and lost her high school sweetheart, December 7th, 1941 in Pearl Harbor. She attended Texas Women's University in Denton, Texas. During World War II, she frequently visited her father, Sterling Barker, at his construction sites for the U.S. Army in Colorado, New Mexico and Texas. On one of these travels, she met Dr. Joseph Peterson of Albuquerque, New Mexico, whom she married and had five children with. Their introduction was at a malt shop and their first date was diverted to the delivery of a baby in rural, N.M. where Betty assisted in the delivery. Soon thereafter, her father Sterling, built the first Osteopathic Hospital in the state of New Mexico, in Belen, which was later moved to Albuquerque. She and Dr. Peterson ran the hospital, where Betty served in Radiology and as a Surgical Assistant. Betty was President of the Doctor's Wives Association for several years, raising revenue to develop scholarships for medical students and supporting young physicians going into practice. One to two times a year she and Joe would fly their private plane into Mexico to drop off medical supplies and deliver care to the underserved. This is where Betty took a love for flying and became the first Woman to solo an airplane in the state of New Mexico. In 1954, she and Joe divorced. She then met Don Lesmen Chavez, and had two children. Betty then worked with The Blair X-Ray Company and retired in 1971 to devote her time to raising her two youngest children. She spent the next 20 years in Albuquerque raising her two girls, taking them to cross country and track meets around the region. After her two daughters were raised, she turn the focus to her grandchildren. She ultimately moved to Las Vegas, Nevada to be closer to her youngest grandchildren. Because B. J. had the "gift of gab", she knew no strangers. She was the "air traffic controller" of stories and current affairs in the family. Most of all, she befriended all she met, loved all she met and gave advice to all she met, with the intent to make their life experience better.
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
CODDINGTON, PAUL M. Paul Coddington, 64, died at home on November 24 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his father Stanley and his mother Juliette, and in the Albuquerque area he is survived by first cousin Neil Coddington (wife Betty Jo) and many other cousins in the large Clarence Blankenship family. He also leaves behind long-time friends in various parts of the country. A 1968 graduate of Highland High School in Albuquerque, Paul studied broadcast journalism at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, and during the early '70s he worked at radio stations in El Paso and Tucson. When times were tough, he took whatever kind of work he could find. In the late '70s, he worked for Capital Records in Dallas. Later, Paul got into the fields of value engineering and computer support before returning to Albuquerque in 1998 to care for his mother. Paul will be remembered as a witty, loyal, and generous friend and an appreciative neighbor who was always up for a lively discussion about popular music, education, politics, or just about anything else he knew something about. An inveterate "news junkie," he had strong and informed opinions. For better or worse, Paul lived life his own way; but there is reason to hope that when presented with the ultimate choice, he took the hand Jesus offered. A memorial service is being planned for a suitable time well after the Christmas holidays. Anyone interested in participating is welcome to call Phil Scott at 505-265-1983.
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
HANSEN , DARLENE OLGA (VIVIAN) Born Darlene Olga Hansen in 1949, she passed away peacefully on Nov. 25, 2014. Darlene was born and raised in Downey, Calif. and later lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico and West Chester, PA. Darlene was a casting director with advanced degrees in theater and dance. She was an accomplished coach, teacher and performer, as well as a published author, voracious reader, dance troupe member, marathoner, and dedicated member of the New Age community. She enjoyed singing and playing the piano. As a woman with a constant desire for knowledge, she was pursuing a PhD in homeopathy from John Hopkins University. Everyone who knew her would say that Darlene lit up every room she entered with her smile and her boundless energy, enthusiasm and kindness. She gave many people the opportunity to find and grow their artistic talent and changed every life she touched. Darlene was the oldest of three children. She is survived by her brother, Allen Anthony Hansen; sister, Vivian Elaine Hansen; daughter, Nicole Singh and her two grandchildren, Swaran and Anika. A Memorial Service will be celebrated on Sunday December 12th at the University of New Mexico Alumni Memorial Chapel on the corner of Ash and University on the University of New Mexico Campus. To offer condolences, visit Brandywinevalleyfc.com
Published on: Fri December 12, 2014
