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Sisneros -- Steven Martin Sisneros, age 32, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, left us to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 2, 2000. He was a member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. He touched so many hearts who loved and knew him. He will be truly missed. He is survived by his parents, Frank and Mable Sisneros; two sisters, Sandy Sisneros and Debbie Sisneros; one brother, Edward Sisneros; a very special nephew, Edward Sisneros Jr.; special maternal grandmother, Eloisa Griego; special aunt and Godmother, Sylvia Griego; and special cousin, Diane Montano. Also surviving are many aunts, uncles and numerous cousins. Funeral services for Steven will be held on Saturday at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bobby Martinez, Sammy Griego, David Martinez, Tommy Griego, Michael Griego, and Alex Bazan. Honorary pallbearers will be Gerard Griego, Ronney Martinez, Peter Martinez, Jessie Griego, Gerald Griego, Glen Griego and James Griego. Visitation for Steven will be held on Friday, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., in the Salazar & Sons Mortuary Chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Friday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Fri February 04, 2000

Matherly -- James Howard Matherly and Flonnie Ellen Matherly. The children of James Howard Matherly and Flonnie Ellen Matherly are saddened to announce the deaths of their parents. Jim died on December 12, 1999, while in Farmington Hills, MI. Flonnie died on December 17, 1999, also while in Farmington Hills. Jim was born in Springfield, MO, on February 8, 1929, to Forrest and Elvina Matherly. After serving in the U.S. Army in Japan from 1947-1949, Jim joined LandAir Corporation in Alamogordo as an operations specialist. Flonnie Bullock was born in Mount Vernon, KY, on December 1, 1931, to Elisha Irvin and Dovie Bullock, and moved to Alamogordo in 1949 to join her brother. Jim and Flonnie married on March 23, 1950. Jim built a career spanning 40 years with LandAir (later renamed DynCorp), relocating to Albuquerque in 1974. He retired in 1994 as Vice-President for Administration, and was well-regarded by his colleagues. Flonnie earned a B.A. in Education and an M.A. in Special Education from the University of New Mexico. She worked for over 20 years as a special education teacher for the Albuquerque Public Schools system. She was recognized by her friends and coworkers as a caring and gifted teacher, and retired in 1994 as Head Teacher at Acoma Elementary. Jim and Flonnie are survived by their three children, James Alan Matherly of San Antonio, TX, Larry Howard Matherly of Farmington Hills, MI, and Cheryl Ann Matherly of Houston, TX; and by their beloved granddaughter, Julia Ellyn Matherly of Farmington Hills, MI. Flonnie was preceded in death by her brothers, Irvin Edwin, John William, Robert Samuel, Kennesaw Mountain, Charles Curtis, James, and Wendell Boyd; and by sisters, Anna Mae Black and Belva Viviana DeBorde. She is survived by her sisters, Mary Roberta Cromer, Rose Elizabeth Wilford, Ruth Ester Nichols, Sarah Anita Young, Wilma Arita Edling, and Francis Alene Dean; and by her brother, Elisha Hiatt Bullock. Jim and Flonnie are interred at the Clear Creek Cemetery in Springfield, MO. The family invites friends to a memorial service to honor Jim and Flonnie at St. John's United Methodist Church on Saturday, February 5, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the American Heart Association.
        Published on: Thu February 03, 2000

Russ -- James A. Russ Sr., born March 31, 1948, passed away January 30, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Virgie Russ; and other family and friends. Visitation will be Thursday, February 3, 2000, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Friday, February 4, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at Macedonia Baptist Church, 1509 Edith SE, with Dr. R.J. Knight officiating. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
        Published on: Thu February 03, 2000

Alexander -- Madge A. Alexander, 96, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Saturday, January 29, 2000, following a slow decline in health which accelerated rapidly in her final days. Born in Detroit, Alabama, March 21, 1903, to James Wilbur Peoples and Winnie Eudocia Peoples, she is survived by her grandson, Tony J. Oliva; and her granddaughter, Stella E. Oliva. Her only child was her daughter, Palma Euvonne Oliva, who died September 13, 1999. She was the last to go of her siblings, who included Eugene Peoples, Leon Peoples, and Stella Mace, her younger sister, who preceded her in death on July 4, 1998. She was a member of the Mountainside Church of Christ for many years. In 1953, she left her job at the Pomona Tile Company and came to live with her just separated daughter, where she became her two grandchildren's second mother. It is a fact that we had two mothers growing up. She was called"Mother" by her daughter and by us, while we called our mother"Mom." She was a"doer" and, when she could no longer do for her family and, when her only daughter passed away, she lost the will to continue. She was loved very much by friends and family, and will be sorely missed. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary - University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Lemuel M. Boyles officiating. Private interment will follow. Donations may be made to Quality Continuum Hospice, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, #225, 87110, or to the good work of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed February 02, 2000

Alexander -- Madge A. Alexander, 96, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Saturday, January 29, 2000, following a slow decline in health which accelerated rapidly in her final days. Born in Detroit, Alabama, March 21, 1903, to James Wilbur Peoples and Winnie Eudocia Peoples, she is survived by her grandson, Tony J. Oliva; and her granddaughter, Stella E. Oliva. Her only child was her daughter, Palma Euvonne Oliva, who died September 13, 1999. She was the last to go of her siblings, who included Eugene Peoples, Leon Peoples, and Stella Mace, her younger sister, who preceded her in death on July 4, 1998. She was a member of the Mountainside Church of Christ for many years. In 1953, she left her job at the Pomona Title Company and came to live with her just separated daughter, where she became her two grandchildren's second mother. It is a fact that we had two mothers growing up. She was called"Mother" by her daughter and by us, while we called our mother"Mom." She was a"doer" and, when she could no longer do for her family and, when her only daughter passed away, she lost the will to continue. She was loved very much by friends and family, and will be sorely missed. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary - University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Lemuel M. Boyles officiating. Private interment will follow. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Tuesday, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Donations may be made to Quality Continuum Hospice, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, #225, 87110, or to the good work of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue February 01, 2000

Clark -- Emma Marie Landaiche Clark. On Friday, January 28, 2000, our beloved mother and friend claimed the promise of eternal life and rests now in that place prepared for her by her lifelong companion and friend, her Way, Truth and Life, Jesus Christ. She is survived locally by her son; daughter, Mary Aynn Shoemate and husband, Ebb; granddaughter, Jamie Clark; grandson, Land Clark and wife, Lyla; great-grandchildren, Galland Clark, Taylor Clark and Michael Clark. Other survivors include her dear nephew, A.P. Landaiche and wife, Patti Anne of Baton Rouge, LA; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Her unconditionally love and generosity created an extended family of sons, daughters, brothers and sisters throughout the world. Born near Reserve, LA, January 17, 1907, she became a resident of Albuquerque in 1945. She retired from the Budget Department at Kirtland AFB in 1972 after 28 years as a Civil Service employee. Following the death of her husband, Jim Clark in 1974, she became active with St. Joseph Prayer Center and ministered as a Christian Counselor for many years. An accomplished pianist in her youth, and always a strong supporter of the arts, she was the first treasurer of the reorganized Albuquerque Civic Light Opera Association in 1968. A Mass celebrating Emma's joyful union with her Lord will be said Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Father James Wheeler S.J., Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Serving as pallbearers will be Land Clark, Galland Clark, Peter Frenzel, Dan Mueller, Bo Baca and Joe Shoemate. Because everyone who knew Emma is aware of her love of flowers, the family welcomes and appreciates floral remembrances or contributions to a charity of personal choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue February 01, 2000

Clark -- Emma Marie Landaiche Clark. On Friday, January 28, 2000, our beloved mother and friend claimed the promise of eternal life and rests now in that place prepared for her by her lifelong companion and friend, her Way, Truth and Life, Jesus Christ. She is survived locally by her son; daughter, Mary Aynn Shoemate and husband, Ebb; granddaughter, Jamie Clark; grandson, Land Clark and wife, Lyla; great-grandchildren, Galland Clark, Taylor Clark and Michael Clark. Other survivors include her dear nephew, A.P. Landaiche and wife, Patti Anne of Baton Rouge, LA; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Her unconditionally love and generosity created an extended family of sons, daughters, brothers and sisters throughout the world. Born near Reserve, LA, January 17, 1907, she became a resident of Albuquerque in 1945. She retired from the Budget Department at Kirtland AFB in 1972 after 28 years as a Civil Service employee. Following the death of her husband, Jim Clark in 1974, she became active with St. Joseph Prayer Center and ministered as a Christian Counselor for many years. An accomplished pianist in her youth, and always a strong supporter of the arts, she was the first treasurer of the reorganized Albuquerque Civic Light Opera Association in 1968. Rosary services at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE on Monday, 7:00 p.m., will be led by members of St. Joseph Prayer Center. A Mass celebrating Emma's joyful union with her Lord will be said Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Father James Wheeler S.J., Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Serving as pallbearers will be Land Clark, Galland Clark, Peter Frenzel, Dan Mueller, Bo Baca and Joe Shoemate. Because everyone who knew Emma is aware of her love of flowers, the family welcomes and appreciates floral remembrances or contributions to a charity of personal choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 31, 2000

Hopkins -- Angela J. Hopkins, age 84, a resident of Fort Ben, TX, died on Thursday, January 27, 2000. She is survived by her step-sons, James Hopkins and wife, Elaine of Surgarland, TX, Jack Hopkins and wife, Mary of Bethell, WA; step-grandchildren, Christopher Hopkins and wife, Leigh Ann of Los Angeles, CA, John Hopkins and wife, Stephanie of Kirkland, WA and Charles Hopkins of Sugarland, TX; niece, Joan Bauer and husband, Charles of Clearwater, FL; nephews, Frank Percin and wife, Nancy of Livonia, MI, William Percin and wife, Mary Lou of Las Vegas, NV, Matthew Percin and wife, Pat of Portland, OR; and several great-nephews and nieces. Mrs. Hopkins was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Hopkins in 1974. She was retired from Sandia National Laboratories. She was a member of Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church and of the Golden Agers. Rosary will be recited Sunday, January 30, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with The Marinites reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday, January 31, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Chapel, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE, Father Stephen C. Schultz, Celebrant, followed by interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel on Sunday, January 30, 2000, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 31, 2000

Kraus -- Mr. Robert James Kraus, 84, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on January 28, 2000. Mr. Kraus is survived by his beloved son, Robert Kraus and wife, Judy. Mr. Kraus was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Tuesday morning in the St. Edwin Catholic Church from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Monsignor Sipio Salas. Private disposition will take place. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon January 31, 2000

Leischner -- Ella Christine Winter Leischner, a resident of Albuquerque since 1975, died Thursday, January 27, 2000. She was the beloved mother of her daughter, Judy Knott of Albuquerque; granddaughter-in-law, Sharon Knott of Tijeras; brother, Ben Winter and wife, Elsie of Altamont, IL; and two sisters, Alma Neumann of Altamont, IL and Vera Maki of De Kalk, IL and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Leischner was married December 30, 1923 to Rev. Paul E. Leischner, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her grandson, James P. Knott. Mrs. Leischner was a member of Faith in Christ Lutheran Church. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 25 years. Mrs. Leischner will be greatly missed by all who loved her. Services will be held Monday, 10:30 a.m., at Faith in Christ Lutheran Church, Chelwood and Indian School NE, with Pastor Roger Wohletz officiating. The casket will be open for viewing from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will Edwin S. Brooks, Victor R. Zabel, Daniel A. Jarner, Gordon W. McClure, Jim Scales, and Victor R. Zabel Jr. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 31, 2000