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Fisher --
Maxine Elisabeth Fisher, 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, died Saturday, September 9, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Martel J. Fisher of Albuquerque; son, Martel J. Fisher, Jr. and wife, Gisela of Redmond, OR; daughters, Marlowe J. Cata and husband, Al of Albuquerque, and Mary J. Barraclough and husband, Tim of Raton, NM; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. Fisher was preceded in death by her daughter, Sister Martha J. Fisher; and grandson, Terah Fisher. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, September 13, 2000, 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N.E. on Tuesday, September 12, 2000 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Frazee --
Lena M. Frazee, age 76 and a life long resident of Belen, died on Saturday, September 9, 2000 following an illness. Mrs. Frazee is survived by two sisters, Barbara Ortiz of Belen, Rose Aragon and her husband, John, also of Belen; four brothers, Henry Jaramillo Jr. and his wife, Elsie of Belen, Gillie Jaramillo and his wife, Maryann of Los Lunas, Alfonso Jaramillo and his wife, Theresa of Belen, and Jerry Jaramillo and his wife, Nury of Los Lunas. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Mrs. Frazee was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Belen where she was very very active. The family has requested that memorials be made to the First Assembly of God Church, P.O. Box 108, Belen, NM 87002. At this time services are pending but you may call Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE at 842-8800 for times.
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Janke --
Mark Lee Janke Jr. born May 11, 1980 passed away September 5, 2000. He is survived by his parents, Flora and Isidro Benavidez; his sister, Michelle Benavidez and his brothers, Steven and Joey Benavidez; his grandparents, Rachel and Norman Kelly and Pat and Molley Armijo and Mike and Gerry Meyer; grandmother, Dorothy Janke and great-grandmother, Ophelia Benavidez; one niece and one nephew. Mark, we will always love you and will miss you. Service times are Monday, September 11, 2000, 11:00 a.m. at Faith Tabernacle Church, 3831 Flora Vista SW. Riverside Funeral home, 764-9663
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Kawka --
Stephen Kawka, 82, a resident of Albuquerque for 14 years, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Helen Kawka of Albuquerque; son, Stanley Kawka and wife, Nancy of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Jennifer and Christina; brothers, Tony and John Kawka; sister, Olga Daniele and many other family and friends. Steve served in the US Navy and civil service. Burial will take place at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Klutke --
Jamie Elmer Klutke, 24, the light of our lives, died tragically in a motorcycle accident on Thursday, September 7, 2000 in Phoenix, AZ. He is survived by his mother, Artie Yellowhorse; sisters, Desiree Crabtree and husband, Jimmy, and Lei Lani Klutke; nephews, Michael, Dominic, Little Buddie James; niece, Brittney; stepfather, Manny Martinez; grandmothers, Anna Beasley of Albuquerque, Betty Andal of Denver; aunts, Lori Klutke, Mary Ann Brooks, Jane Jones, Gloria Jarnagin, Betty Yellowhorse, Sandy Klutke; uncles, Shush Yellowhorse, Frank Yellowhorse, John Yellowhorse, Ross Klutke, James Jarnagin, and Dennis Jones. Jamie was preceded in death by his beloved father, Dennis Ray Klutke, uncle, Juan Yellowhorse, and grandfather, Arthur Beasley. Jamie was born in Gallup, NM on Thursday, January 29, 1976. He lived in Albuquerque and Riverton, WY, until he moved in December 1999 to Phoenix, AZ. In Phoenix, he attended the Motorcycle Technical Institute where he was an Honor Student. He was a beloved son, brother and uncle and will be deeply missed by all that knew him. Rosary will be recited Monday, September 11, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE with Father Mario Islas reciting. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, September 12, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Carl Arnell, Ryan Clevenger, Phil Stranski, Pat Yellowhorse, Jimmy Crabtree, Richard Jarnagin, and Lei Lani Klutke. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Yellowhorse, Shush Yellowhorse, Ross Klutke, James Jarnagin, John Yellowhorse, Dennis Jones, Lynol Yellowhorse. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N.E. on Monday, September 11, 2000 from 2:00 p.m. until time of Rosary.
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Murtagh --
Margaret Mary (Peggy) Murtagh, 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1989, died Friday, September 8, 2000. Peggy was born October 17, 1931 in Brooklyn, New York and was the wife to the late John Joseph Murtagh, Jr. since September 7, 1952. She's the mother of five children, Patti and husband, Mel Rains, Anne Murtagh, Robert Murtagh all of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Michael Murtagh and Peggy, John Murtagh and Kelli, of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She retired after 35 years of civil service to Federal Government in 1997. At Kirtland A.F.B. Peggy was a Resource Manager for AFOTEC and received numerous awards for outstanding contributions and meritorious service. Peggy also worked at Nellis AFB, Nevada for 15 years as a budget analyst. She is a lifetime member of the Association of Women Comptrollers. She was known for her dedication to her country throughout the military and civil service communities. Peggy devoted her life to God, her husband, and her family. As a member of Immaculate Conception Parish, she was a Eucharistic Minister and a member of St. Vincent de Paul Society. She also performed numerous hours of public service as a member of the Citizens Review Board for the City of Albuquerque and the Women's Auxillary of Disabled American Veterans. Peggy's lifetime adventures began as a flight attendant in the early days for American Airlines, 2nd runner up as Miss New York 1951, and traveling during her husbands of 30 years of service with the Air Force. Before her passing, Peggy expressed her love and appreciation for all her friends, both new and old, her joy and gratefulness of a wonderful and fulfilling life. After a battle with cancer, Peggy passed peacefully at home with family, friends and pets around her. Peggy and her family wish to thank Dr. Victor Vigil and staff, the nurses at St. Josephs Hospital 10th Floor, neighbors, friends, and co-workers for their prayers, thoughtfulness and kindness during this difficult time. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, September 12th, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd NW. Mass will be held Wednesday, September 13, 2000, 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW. Friends may visit French Mortuary-Westside, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW., Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Interment will take place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Peggy requests donations be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society in care of Immaculate Conception Parish, 619 Copper NW 87102 or to People Living Through Cancer, PLTC, 323 8th St SW, Alb, NM 87102.
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Padilla --
Mr. Lorenzo J. Padilla Sr., 42, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 9, 2000 with his loved ones at his side. Lorenzo is survived by the mother of his children, Helen Angel; three daughters, Jeanette Angel, Christina Angel and Joyce Angel and fiance, Gerald Cavalier; three sons, Johnathan Angel and wife, Yvonne, Phillip Angel and Lorenzo Angel-Padilla Jr.; his parents, Jose and Mary Padilla; eight sisters, Mary Wang, Juanita Avent, Connie Padilla, Maria Lambert and husband, Jeff, Sofia Padilla and Ben Marquez, Debbie Padilla, Andrea Padilla and Bill Walker and Antoinette Sanchez and Billy Sanchez; six brothers, John Padilla and wife, Anna, Jose Padilla and Sandy, Manuel Padilla and Shirley, Jude Padilla and Becky, Thomas Padilla and Jennifer and Daniel Padilla and fiance, Roxanne; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Lorenzo was preceded in death by his biological father, Juan S. Padilla. Lorenzo was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Monday evening in the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna NW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Dan and Rose Lopez. Final Visitation will be Tuesday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. in the church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Gene Gries, Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his brothers, John, Jose, Manuel, Jude, Thomas and Daniel. Honorary pallbearers will be Gerald Angel-Cavalier, Benny Marquez, Billy Sanchez, Bill Walker, Jesus Terrazas and Jacob Angel. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW in charge of arrangements.
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Prentiss --
Deacon Richard Craig Prentiss, 67, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Wednesday, September 6, 2000. Dick Prentiss was born in Illinois on December 31, 1932, and raised in the Panama Canal Zone. In 1954 he graduated from Amherst College, Massachusetts, and entered the United States Air Force. As a career officer, he received notable recognition for distinguished service. He served in Vietnam. After 28 years he retired a Lt. Colonel. He was ordained a Permanent Deacon for the Archdiocese of Santa Fe on June 6, 1986. Deacon Dick served as assistant to the chaplain at KAFB and was involved in numerous local and national community organizations. In 1999, he earned his Master of Arts in Theology from St. John's University, Minnesota. At the time of his death he was coordinating the Diaconate Foundation Program for the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. Mr. Prentiss is survived by his children, Claire M. Croft and husband, James of Virginia, Susan P. Prentiss-Kurosu of New Mexico, Jennifer F. Prentiss and husband, Robert Rivera of New Mexico, Stephen C. Prentiss and wife, Robin of Washington, Elizabeth J. Robbins and husband, Marvin of Arizona, Kathleen A. Arman and husband, John of Colorado, Lucy B. Prentiss of New Mexico; and their mother, Mary P. Prentiss; 19 grandchildren; sister Sally P. Sargent. Mr. Prentiss was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey & Kathleen Prentiss. Rosary will be recited on Monday, September 11, 10:00 a.m., preceding the mass. Mass will be celebrated on Monday, September 11, 2000, 10:30 a.m., at KAFB East Chapel. Burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE, on Sunday, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Diaconate Program Continuing Education Fund, c/o Deacon Lucero, Director of Deacons, 567 Todd Loop, Los Alamos, NM 87544.
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Roos --
Lois Tilley Roos, a resident of Bernalillo since 1973, died at her home in Bernalillo on Thursday, September 7, 2000. She is survived by Homer, her husband of 55 years; her son, Joe and his wife, Sheryl of Rio Rancho; and various other family members. Interment is at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. A Memorial service will be held Wednesday, September 13, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, in Rio Rancho (Sara Road at Meadowlark Lane). In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts to the Animal Humane Association in memory of Lois, who always loved animals, and to whom animal shelter adoptions were important. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Roos, (891-8200).
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000
Skeean --
Lenora E. Skeean, 83, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2000. She was born in Worcester, MA and had lived in Albuquerque the last 40 years. She is survived by her daughter, Judith A. Pierson of Stuart, FL; sons, Howard F. Skeean and wife, Pauline of Mt. Kisco, NY, Richard W. Skeean and wife, Murrie of Ann Arbor, MI, Terrence L. Skeean and wife, Denise of Rio Rancho and Kevin L. Skeean and wife, Mary of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Lenora was a member of AARP and a charter member of the WWII Memorial Fundraising Campaign. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE with Pastor Lemuel Boyles officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Wednesday afternoon. Friends may visit French Mortuary on Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. one hour prior to the service. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, Attn: Melissa Vialpando, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Published on: Mon September 11, 2000