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Wesbrook -- Marie Watkins Wesbrook died September 18, 2000 in Albuquerque. She was born June 14, 1919 in Hobart, OK, the eldest child of Dr. Barton H. and Maryetta Stewart Watkins. She spent her early life in Oklahoma. She was a graduate of the Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in Memphis, TN and during World War II she served in the Army Nurse Corps. She married John E. Wesbrook of Aurora, IL, on June 1, 1943, at Camp Berkley in Abilene, TX. In 1946, she and her husband moved to Las Vegas, NM, and then to Albuquerque in 1947. She worked in the medical offices of Dr. Robert Trombley before and after the births of her three children, John J.B. Wesbrook, Ann Wesbrook Chaffee and David P. Wesbrook. In retirement she enjoyed traveling, playing bridge, and spending time with her grandchildren. In 1992, she was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease), which she accepted gracefully and without anger, and which was the ultimate cause of her death. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother; sister; and son-in-law. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Jack; three children; five grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; cousins; and lifelong friends. Interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. A Rosary will be held at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Home, 3113 Carlisle NE, Wednesday, September 20 at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Society of the Most Holy Trinity, c/o Father John McHugh, P.O. Box 536, Bosque, NM 87006. Her family wishes to thank the staff of Manor Care Camino Vista Nursing Home for their kindness and care during her final two years. Remember her in your prayers with the biblical verses Proverbs 31:25-29,"Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. She looks well to the ways of her household, and does not eat of the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her blessed, her husband also, and he praises her,"Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all." Rest in peace. .DMP
        Published on: Tue September 19, 2000

Adkins -- Frances Gilkerson Adkins, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1945, died Saturday, September 16, 2000. She is survived by her husband, H.J. Adkins of the family home; daughter, Kay Brown and husband, Scott of Albuquerque; step-son, Dennis Adkins and wife, Linda of Chandler, AZ; grandchildren, Ron Brown and wife, Denise of Salt Lake City, UT, Jeff Brown of Albuquerque, and Shannon Gunia and husband, Ron of Plano, TX; great-grandchildren, Amber and Austin Brown of Salt Lake City, UT, Kirsten and Kelsey Gunia of Plano, TX; and brother, Bill Coffey of Roswell, NM. Mrs. Adkins is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Pete Gilkerson in 1993. She was a member of First United Methodist Church for over 55 years. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at 3:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000

Baty -- Robert E. Baty, 75, passed away Friday, September 15, 2000. He was born in Gilliand, TX on December 28, 1924. He is survived by his wife, Shirley of Albuquerque; her two sons, Eugene Eddy and Robert Eddy of Albuquerque; his son, Jerry Michael Baty and his wife, Bonnie, of Denham Springs, LA; daughter, Karen Gayle Harper and her husband, Melvin of Jal, NM; special niece, Peggy Mills and her husband, Terry of Conchas, NM area; brother, L.B. Baty and his wife, Nina, of San Angelo, TX; sister-in-law, Pat Baty, of San Angelo, TX; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his late wife, Josephine (Jo) Baty of Jal, NM; his parents, L.B. and Beatrice Baty; and his brothers and sisters. Mr. Baty retired from El Paso Natural Gas in 1983 after 32 years of service in the Measurement Department. He was a Past Grand Master of the Independent Order of Oddfellows and Rebekahs of New Mexico, a member of the Lovington Lodge No. 44, and member of the Jal United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2000 at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Director's Chapel. Another service will be held on Thursday, September 21, 2000 at the Jal United Methodist Church at 1:00 p.m. followed by interment in the Jal Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the IOOF Recreation Area. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000

Burge -- Roy Elbert Burge, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2000. He was born November 25, 1916 in Denver, CO. He is survived by his wife, Jane of 57 years; son, Gary D. Burge, DVM and wife, Christine, of Ft. Collins, CO; daughter, Linda Mills of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Lisa Mills and Katherine Burge; grandsons, Kevin Mills, Chris Mills and Peter Burge; and sister, Edith Marcussen, of Santa Clara, CA. Roy fought for the US Army Corps as a pilot during the second World War. He was also a sales representative for Autrey Bros./Jostens for 36 years. He held a strength and a passion for life and his family that he has instilled in all who knew him. Although he was ready"to go home", he will be dearly missed. Services will be held September 19, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW, 87114, with Wayne Gayton, officiating. A reception will immediately follow. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 9300 Golf Course Road NW, on Monday, September 18, 2000 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 9300 Golf Course Road NW.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000

Bustamante -- Kenneth G. Bustamante, 40, formerly of Belen and currently residing in Albuquerque, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family in the early morning of the Lord on Sunday, September 17, 2000. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. He graduated from Belen High School in 1978. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1978 through 1987, and after his tour he enlisted in the Army National Guard from 1987 through 1992. Kenneth is survived by his loving children, Heather Bustamante and Kenneth Bustamante, Jr., both of Belen; his parents, Toni Bustamante of Albuquerque and Joe M. Bustamante of Albuquerque; five sisters, Elizabeth Bryan and her husband, Joey of Lubbock, TX, Geraldine Palmer of Los Lunas, Gale Romero of Las Vegas, NV, Eileen Maez and her husband, Gilbert of Los Lunas, Diana Meintzer and her husband, Ed of Albuquerque; two brothers, Joseph Bustamante of Albuquerque and Tommy Bustamante and his wife, Gina of Albuquerque; his loving aunt, Connie Jaynes of Belen; and special family members, Annette Bustamante and her fiance, Leonard Chavez of Belen. He is also survived by several loving nephews, nieces, uncles, aunts and many cousins. The family particularly wishes to thank the staff of Albuquerque Manor for providing kind and compassionate care for Kenneth throughout the past six years. There will be a Rosary on Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ron Zengerly, Leonard Chavez, Joey Bryan, Johnny R. Baca, Jason, Brian and Keven Palmer, Sefe Romero, and Gilbert Maez III. Honorary pallbearers will be Peter Montoya, Delfie Baca, Bill Jaynes and David Zengerly. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main, Belen.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000

Clement -- Leota Clement, 63, a resident of Albuquerque for 22 years, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Raymond R. Clement; children, Mark Clement and Denise Clement of Albuquerque. She is preceded in death by both her mother and father, Leo and Mona Bastien. Leota was a graduate of Loyola University of Chicago. She taught at Sombre del Monte Elementary School in Albuquerque, Gulf Avenue School in Wilmington, CA, James Ottis Elementary School in Chicago and was a substitute teacher in various schools in Albuquerque. Services will be held Wednesday, September 20, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Blvd. NE, with Father Moore, officiating. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000

Dibello -- Edward Salvatore DiBello, 83, loving husband, devoted father, grandfather, and friend, a recent resident of Albuquerque, formerly of the Greater Boston area, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2000. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Florence; his sons, Edward G. DiBello and wife, Christine of Albuquerque, Michael F. DiBello and wife, Catherine of Redmond, WA; and his grandchildren, Amy and Anne DiBello Albuquerque, and Scott and Ryan DiBello of Redmond, WA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Catherine DiBello; and his brother, George DiBello, who died in the invasion of Anzio Beach, January 28, 1944. Mr. DiBello was born March 12, 1917 in East Boston, MA. He graduated from East Boston High School, Class of 1935. As a Post Office letter carrier, he met his wife-to-be on his route. They married in Madison, WI in 1943. During WWII, he was a Sergeant in the US Army Air Corps. He served in the China, Burma, and India Theater as control tower operator in support of air operations over"the Hump". His sketches, letters, and stories of India are treasured by his family. After the war, he returned to the US Post Office where he served his customers with courtesy and dignity as a letter carrier, parcel post driver, and supervisor. He retired from the Post Office in 1975 after 37 years. He also was a member of the Board of Appeals in Stoneham, MA and freely gave his time to church and civic organizations. He enjoyed his retirement as an amateur oil painter, skilled woodworker, and maker of fine clocks. He loved the seashore of his native New England, Southwestern sunsets, and moonrise over the Sandias. Most of all he loved his wife and family. He will be remembered as a fair, honest and decent man. Mass will be celebrated Monday, September 18, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 12500 Carmel Ave. NE, with Father Antonio Mondragon, Celebrant. Interment will take place at 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, Attn: Ms. Van Horn, 8100 Constitution Place NE, Suite 120, 87110, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000

Emenhiser -- Russell Milan Emenhiser passed away at home on Friday, September 15, 2000. Russell was born in Fredericks, OK on May 26, 1919. He was preceded in death by his beautiful wife, Louise; son, Irl Nolan Emenhiser; an infant son; brother, Buddy;and his beloved canine companion, Sammy Jo. He is survived by daughter, Cindy Gyure and her husband, Gary of Albuquerque; sons, Ronald J. Ivey and his wife, Paula of Coriscana, TX and Bruce Lane and his wife, Debbie of Evansville, IN; daughter-in-law, Suzie Byerly; sisters, Opal McDown, Ina Becker and Jeanne Woodring, all of Beaumont, CA; nieces, Joya Baker, Dana Radding and Nancy Hook; nephews, Paul Emenhiser and Jay Emenhiser, all of California. Mr. Emenhiser was a Master Baker, an art which he cultivated from the age of 14. He and his wife established Russell's Bakery in Albuquerque in 1949. Baking and cooking for his friends and family remained Russell's lifelong passion after his retirement and he took immense pleasure in sharing creations from his kitchen with his many friends. He was a member of the Elks Lodge. He was loved so much in this life by so many and he will be missed. God's Kitchen has a new baker. Services will be announced. Viewing will be held Sunday, September 17, 2000, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Funeral services will be Monday, September 18, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Fitzgerald and Son. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to the Animal Humane Association. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000

Encinias -- Margarita Encinias a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2000. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Cipriano; and two children, Alejandro and Catalina Encinias. Surviving Mrs. Encinias is her son, Eloy Encinias and wife, Joanne of Orlando, Fl.; a sister, Angelina Sandoval of Wagon Mound, NM; five grandchildren, Ralph Encinias, Annette Encinias, Charlotte Encinias, John Encinias and wife, Jennifer, all of Albuquerque, and Traci Eisele and husband, Chad of Ocoee, FL. Also surviving are seven great-grandchildren, Patrick Encinias, Christopher Encinias, Christine Encinias, Joseph Encinias, Nakkita Encinias, and Jonathan Encinias Jr., all of Albuquerque, and Tyler Adrian Eisele of Ocoee, FL; and several nieces and nephews; and a very special friend, Abelino Benevidez. Mrs. Encinias will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Friends may visit today from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. at Alameda Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be John Encinias, Steve Farley, Robert Maestas, Jorge Duran, Jose Hiciano, and Rolland Saavedra. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th St. NW. Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000

Faris -- With continuing love for our mother and Sito, Sophie M. Faris. Our mother, Sophie, was a lifelong resident and native New Mexican. She was born in Bernalillo on August 28, 1924 to Lebanese immigrant parents, Raschid and Zahia Koury and opened her eyes in heaven on Friday, September 15, 2000. Sophie loved New Mexico and its culture, especially her dear Native American friends and family, and loved speaking the beautiful Spanish language. Sophie was politically active and involved in her community. Sophie's passion was cooking food and sharing it with family, friends and strangers. Sophie was the legendary and renowned cook of the North Valley and especially known for her chile and homemade hand-rolled tortillas Our mother was brave, compassionate, and preserving and we are proud of her and the way she lived her life - with dignity, grace and strength. But above all, Sophie's life was her family. Sophie is preceded to heaven by her husband, Frank Faris, Sr.; and her sons, Richard and David. She never ceased caring for those whom she loved, especially her remaining children, Frank D. Faris, Camille Stueber and her husband, John, Sandra Loyd, Sheila Bernardoni and her husband, Jim, Michael Faris and his wife, Rhonda, Shaylyn Faris-Graves and her husband, Rico; her grandchildren, Shawn Blackwood, Christen Schull, Aldous Loyd, Frank III, and Camille Faris, Richard Jr., Christopher, Jake, Ashley, Kyle, Kody and Kameron Faris, Jonathan, David and Michael Jr. Faris and Angelique and Evangelina Faris-Graves; her great-grandchildren, Lauren and Austin Schull and Sofia Blackwood. Her sisters, Sadie Koury and Rose McAfee and her brother, George Koury also greeted Sophie in heaven. She was also blessed in life with her sisters, Camille Schofield, Mary Barrack, Bobbe Olson, Nora Rollins, Thelma Koury and Betty Jo Stafford; and her numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Services will be held Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at 3:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, 87110, Pastor Ron Mansdoerfer, Jr., officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The services will be followed by a celebration of Sophie's life to be held at 5:00 p.m. at 7600 Jefferson NE. The pallbearers are John Stueber, Jim Bernardoni, Frank Faris III, Christopher Faris, Jonathan Faris and David Faris. Honorary pallbearers are Aldous Loyd, Michael Faris Jr., Richard Jr., Jake, Kyle, Kody and Kameron Faris. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon September 18, 2000