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Banner -- Helen E. Banner, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, died Sunday, September 17, 2000. She was born in Bourbon, Missouri on January 8, 1915. She was preceded in death by her husband, James, who died in 1964; her parents, Richard and Delcie Haase; and sister, Eleanor Shuey of St Louis, Missouri. She is survived by her daughter, Pat Stone and husband, Harold; grandson, Richard Stone from Seattle WA; granddaughter, Carol Ruff and husband, David; great-granddaughter, Alison Ruff of Albuquerque. Mrs. Banner was a member and a dedicated worker in the Santa Rosa Methodist Church while living there. She continued her work at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Albuquerque. She was a devoted mother and grandmother whose beautiful smile and care for others will long be remembered by those who knew and loved her. The family expresses a sincere thanks to the staff at Las Palomas Nursing Center for their loving care in the past two years. As she requested, cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver Ave. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc., 1250 Hylan Blvd. Suite 4B, Staten Island, NY 10305-1946. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed September 20, 2000

Kendall -- David Aaron Kendall, 28, and a resident of Rio Rancho since 1999, died in an accident near Grants, NM on September 18, 2000. He was born in Colorado Springs, CO and was a veteran of the US Navy. He is survived by his loving wife of five years, Laura Kendall of Rio Rancho; father, John Kendall of Maine; and mother, Hye-sop Lee of New York. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, September 21, 2000, 1:30 p.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM, with Mass to follow the Rosary at 2:00 p.m. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed September 20, 2000

Mader -- Jeanne Marie Mader, 75, a 23-year resident of Rio Rancho, died in her apartment with her son, Bill and his wife, Judy at her side on Friday, September 15, 2000 after a 17 month battle with emphysema. She is also survived by her sister, Beverly Williams and husband, Willie of Mount Joy, Pennsylvania; brother, Jack Jarvis and wife, Char of East Syracuse, New York; grandchildren, Tom Mader and wife, Missy of Hanover, PA, Billy Mader III of Gainesville, FL, and Tiffany Mader of Downey, CA; and great-grandchildren, Alec, Katie, Jacob and Brianna. Jeanne joins her husband of 51 years, Bill who died in September 1996; infant child, Robert; and son, David; parents, Leon and Viola Jarvis; and brothers, Robert and James Jarvis, who preceded her in death. She was devoted to her husband Bill for 51 years, a loving mother to her two sons, and a dear friend to the many who knew her. We will remember her for her sunny disposition, caring heart, tremendous courage, and deep faith. VistaCare Hospice provided comfort for Jeanne and her family. This wonderful service enabled her to pass on to the Lord in peace and dignity. She was a member of Saint Thomas Aquinas Church for over 20 years and active in the Blue Army there. She worked for Oberdorfer Foundries in Syracuse, NY where she met her husband and retired from John Deere, also in Syracuse, in 1977 before moving to New Mexico. Here she and Bill enjoyed the beautiful weather, traveled frequently across the country in their travel trailer, and took several cruises making friends around the world. She and Bill were volunteer hosts at the Redondo State Park. Fr. Leo Ortiz will celebrate a Memorial Mass to remember her full and rich life on Saturday, September 23, 2000,, 10:30 a.m., at Saint Thomas Aquinas Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho (505) 892-1511. Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Thomas Aquinas Church or to VistaCare Family Hospice, 8804 Washington St NE #C, Albuquerque, NM 87113-2708, (505) 821-5404. Arrangements by Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., Rio Rancho, NM 87124, (505) 891-9192.
        Published on: Wed September 20, 2000

Mcgee -- 1941-2000 Marjory Ann McGee died on Monday, September 18, 2000 after a long and gallant battle against a serious illness. She was born March 4, 1941 in Monte Vista, Colorado to Jack and Claudia McGee. She grew up in Colorado and moved with her family to Belen in 1961. Her creatie and artistic talents found expression in many areas, most notably in her 39 years as a floral designer at Davis Floral Shop. Marjory was an accomplished knitter and weaver. She belonged to the weaving guild Las Aranas and participated in the Taos Wool Festival and in the New Mexico State Fair for many years, demonstrating the"Sheep to Shawl" process of carding, dyeing, spinning, and weaving the wool. In recent years, Marjory had become enamored of alpaca wool and was a frequent visitor to Victory Ranch, home to many alpacas, in Mora, New Mexico. Her creative touch was evident as well in her work in the fabric department at Wal-Mart. Marjory was an avid collector of items used in spinning and weaving. In spite of her diminutive size, Marjory was"big sister" not only to her own sisters and brothers, but also to many others her life touched. She and her sister, Betty"B.J." McGee served as mentors and chaperones for the Methodist Youth Fellowship in the late 1970's. Marjory is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Sam and Paige McGee of Aurora, IL; eight sisters and six brothers-in-law, Betty"B.J." McGee of Belen, Millie and Paul Gromatzky of Deming, Kathy and David Larison, Dorothy and Bob Ashmore, Jackie and Kevin Loretto, all of Albuquerque, Sherry and Doug Pettigrew of Clovis, Marilyn and Cleve Teague and Gigi Pfeiffer, all of Portales; five nieces, ten nephews and her close friend, special boss, and"adopted" brother, Dale Davis. Visitation will be held on Thursday afternoon, September 21, between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., at Riverside Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 22, also at Riverside Chapel, with Rev. Jay Armstrong officiating. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, in Belen, 864-4448.
        Published on: Wed September 20, 2000

Smith -- Jeanne Popejoy Smith, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died September 16th, 2000, at the age of 72. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas L. Popejoy, Sr., in 1975, and Bess Kimball Popejoy, in 1996. Jeanne was a teacher at Rio Grande High School and Albuquerque Job Corps. She owned and operated Lullaby Guild in the late 70's, and Alpha Nurses in the 80's. She was the State president of Business and Professional Women from 1989 to 1990. Jeanne was a brilliant, kind, loving and generous person. Like her father before her, Jeanne succumbed to Alzheimer's Disease. She is survived by sons, David W. Smith, wife, Susan, and children, Loring and Hilary; James T. smith, wife, Paula, and children, Jessica, Nicholas, and Cheyenne; Michael P. Smith, wife, Janet, and children, Leah and Shane; and daughters, Barbara Jeanne Smith; Claire Weaver, and children, Michael and Wendy. A memorial celebration will be held on Friday, September 22nd, 2000, at St. Michael's and All Angels Church, at 601 Montano, NW, at 7:30 p.m. Her family asks that no flowers be sent. We would prefer contributions be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, # 205, 87110.
        Published on: Wed September 20, 2000

Steurer -- Charles David Steurer, III passed away September 14, 2000. He was born May 17, 1919 in Bronx, New York. He is survived by his daughter, Coral Victoria Steurer-Clark, her husband, Jeff, and by his grandchildren, Colt, Bruce, Holly and Jeffrey Scott, all of New Mexico."Dave" worked for his family's printing company Steurer Press and Printing, and went on to General Electric for over 43 years. He lived on Harbor Views Island in S. Norwalk, CT and fished for many a bass in the Sound before retiring and moving to Frankfort, ME, where he loved to fish and talk to his trees."Dave" was a longtime friend of Bill W's and gave many years of service to all his friends. He passed away in great peace and faith, looking forward to being of greater service, dedicating the merit of his death to all those and their families who suffer from alcoholism with the prayer that he might take their suffering with him and they might not suffer ever again. His deep caring, his silliness, his sure, quick smile, and twinkling eyes will be with those who knew and loved him always. A Memorial will be held Saturday, September 23, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at Refugio Verde, La Fragua, New Mexico, those in need of directions may call 505-421-2965.
        Published on: Wed September 20, 2000

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: Wed September 20, 2000

Banner -- Helen E. Banner, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, died Sunday, September 17, 2000. She was born in Bourbon, Missouri on January 8, 1915. She was preceded in death by her husband, James, who died in 1964; her parents, Richard and Delcie Haase; and sister, Eleanor Shuey of St Louis, Missouri. She is survived by her daughter, Pat Stone and husband, Harold; grandson, Richard Stone from Seattle WA; granddaughter, Carol Ruff and husband, David; great-granddaughter, Alison Ruff of Albuquerque. Mrs. Banner was a member and a dedicated worker in the Santa Rosa Methodist Church while living there. She continued her work at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Albuquerque. She was a devoted mother and grandmother whose beautiful smile and care for others will long be remembered by those who knew and loved her. The family expresses a sincere thanks to the staff at Las Palomas Nursing Center for their loving care in the past two years. As she requested, cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver Ave. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc., 1250 Hylan Blvd. Suite 4B, Staten Island, NY 10305-1946. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue September 19, 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: Tue September 19, 2000

Morris -- Jessie S. Morris, 49, passed away September 17, 2000. She was a loving and faithful mother, wife, grandmother, aunt and a friend to many. Jessie was preceded in death by her parents, Philip, Sr. and Jennie Duran; daughter, Reymunda Baca; and sister-in-law, Melba Duran. She is survived by her husband, Jody Zabala; son, John Morris and wife, Sherri; brothers, Philip Duran, Jr., Joe Hidalgo and wife, Lupe, Eddie Duran and wife, Socorro, and John Duran and wife, Linda; three grandchildren, Robert, Ashley and Ally Rey; and numerous other nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss her. A visitation will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services on Tuesday, September 19, 2000, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Services will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 19, 2000 and Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2000. Burial will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Phillip Urioste, Robert Duran, Eddie Duran, Philip Duran, Jr., David Barbero, and John Barela. Honorary pallbearers will be John Duran and Mike Searles. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Tue September 19, 2000