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SANCHEZ -- JOSEPHINE (FEFA)BARELA Fefa passed away peacefully Wednesday Oct. 5, 2011 at the age of 89, ending her 15+ year battle with COPD. Fefa was born Nov. 2, 1921 and lived in San Marcial, N.M. until the flood of 1929 forced them to move temporarily to El Paso and then later to South 3rd Street in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesus and Regina Barela; sister, Manuela Nellie Zielstra; brothers, Melquiades and Bernardo Barela; and her hermana, Andrea Romero. She was married to Feliciano Chano Sanchez who preceded her in death in 1981. Fefa is survived by son, Dick Sanchez(Karen) and his two sons, Mark (son Ryan) and Aaron (daughter Sara). Fefa is also survived by her daughter, Bunny O'Brien and children, Kevin (Effie), Sydney (Sam) Nieto, and David (Laura). Fefa's seven great-grandchildren are Ryan Sanchez, Ashley Teupell (Hector Alfaro), Sara Sanchez, Greg and Matt O'Brien, Alyssa O'Brien, and Jeremy Nieto. Fefa had four great-great-grandchildren, Alice Nichole and Thomas Atreyu from San Angelo, TX, and Trista and Elijah Alfaro of Albuquerque. Fefa had a lively personality and enjoyed the casinos, sports, and partying with friends and family and was looking forward to her 'surprise' 90th birthday party in a few weeks. Her strength, determination and sometimes tough attitude was a powerful example to her family, especially to all the women in her life. No matter how much she couldn't breathe when asked how she felt, she always answered that she was feeling good (even though she couldn't make it across the room). For the past several years she was not able to be as active as she was early in life, but was kept busy with the other strong personality in her life--her favorite sparring partner Jeremy. These two brought so much joy to each other and all those around them and we were blessed to have her for all these extra years she was given. The family is comforted that she is no longer struggling and wishes to thank all the friends and family for all the Love and support. There will be a Funeral Mass at St. Therese Church, 300 Mildred Ave NW, at 11:00 a.m., Monday, Oct. 10, 2011. Her cremains will be laid to rest next to Chano at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE, immediately following the Mass.
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SHANK -- ANNIE Passed away October 4, 2011. She is survived by husband, Ron Shank; daughter, Kris of Seattle; son, Louie of Albuquerque. Memorial Service is October 10, 2011 at 11:00 am at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo del Norte NE, 87112. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Dance It Up at Sandia Presbyterian Church.
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SILVA -- GERTRUDE MORA A lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at the age of 100. She was born in Albuquerque, NM. Gertrude was preceded in death by her parents, Vidal Mora and Pablita Armijo-Mora, and her children Corrine Mora and Antonio Silva. She is survived by her children, Lydia McClaney, Joe Silva, Geraldine Franich, Grace Chavez, Ida Lucero, and Patsy Johnson. She also has 31 Grandchildren and is blessed with many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held on Tuesday October 11, 2011 at Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco Drive Southwest, Albuquerque, NM 87105.
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TEWES -- LEONA K. Was born in the town of Greenfield, WI and went to be with her Lord, August 31, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. She grew up in Hales Corners, WI. After her graduation from West Allis High School Leona worked at Allis-Chalmers Mfg. Co. until she married Erward "Chic" Tewes on June 15, 1940 in Hales Corners. Leona is survived by her husband of 71 years, Erward; her children, Erward R "Buzz" Tewes and wife, Pauline of MN; daughter, Janet Jastram and husband, Jonathan of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Robert Schilling and wife, Betty; and several other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her brothers, John and Rudy; and by her daughter, Nancy. Leona and her husband, served as a missionaries to Japan and Korea for 21 years. Cremation will take place and a Memorial service will be held Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 2:00 p.m., at Calvary Lutheran Church, 305 Unser Blvd. NE in Rio Rancho to celebrate her life. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to "Jesus Is Lord Mission" P.O. Box 11, Walburg, TX 78673 or Lutheran World Relief / Human Care P.O. Box 17061, Baltimore, MD 21298-9832 or Calvary Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod, 305 Unser Blvd. NE Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Please visit our online guestbook for Leona at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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TRUJILLO -- THEODORE 'TED' 91, devoted husband of 67 years and loving father, died Tuesday at The Retreat Care Facility following a long illness. Ted is survived by the love of his life, wife, Avis Trujillo; children, Donna and Ervie Robinson, David and Toni Trujillo, Mike Trujillo, Mary and Rick Shimon and JoLou and Jim Ottino; 19 grandchildren; and 36 great-grandchildren; brothers, Bill and Ed Trujillo; and sisters, Francis Baca, Marie Rosano and Rosie Phillips.Ted spent more than 35 years in selfless service to the nation. A World War II Army veteran, Ted entered law enforcement at the end of the war. He was a dedicated young police officer in Las Alamos before moving into federal law enforcement as a Customs Officer in El Paso. Ted was eventually selected as the first Customs Port Director in Albuquerque - a position he held for 11 years prior to his retirement in 1981. Ted enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family as well as schooling others in the fine art of golf. The Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Burial with honors will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Ted at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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TURNEY -- JAMES T. ("JIM") Passed away at the age of 86 on Sunday, October 2, 2011 due to complications from pneumonia. James was born in Old Mesilla, New Mexico, on October 2, 1925 to Joseph Charles Turney and Margaret Tutwiler Turney. Growing up in the Las Cruces area, Jim was active in the Boy Scouts of America and enjoyed swimming, camping, and hunting. He played French horn in the local high school marching band and also later in college. Jim also enjoyed riding motorcycles and touring the state. During World War II, he served in the Pacific as a member of the U.S. Navy Seabees (Construction Battalions). After the war, he completed his B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering at New Mexico State University. During the 1950s, Jim worked on the Snark guided missile program at Northrop Aircraft Corp. in Southern California and Cape Canaveral, Florida. In 1960 he joined the U.S. Air Force Civil Service working in electronic telemetry and returned to New Mexico, residing in Alamogordo and working at Holloman A.F.B. Moving to Albuquerque in 1970, he continued working at Kirtland A.F.B. until retiring after more than 20 years of service. Over the years, the Turney family made many friends in New Mexico, and Jim was very involved with family matters. While his eldest son Scott was active in the Boy Scouts, Jim served as an Assistant Troop Leader. He was especially devoted to his youngest son, Dean, who had Downs Syndrome, and spent much time participating in activities with him. Jim cared for his wife, Opal Inez, and youngest son as their health declined. For the last several years he lived alone at home and made many friends among the caregivers assisting him. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 12th, 2011 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N.E., in Albuquerque. Memorial contributions may be made in James Turney's name to ARC of NM, 505-883-4630, arcnm.org. James ashes will be interred next to those of his wife and youngest son at the Fort Bayard National Cemetery in New Mexico. Please visit our online guestbook for James at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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VENDEGNA -- ALFRED RALPH Age 69, a resident of Corrales, NM, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Karla J. Vendegna; daughters, Kerry Elich and husband, Jesse of Albuquerque, Amber Le and husband, Philip of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Alexandra, Karissa, Caitlin, and Braydon; sister, Barbara Weaver and husband, Lincoln of Olympia, WA; nephews, Aaron Weaver and wife, Megan of Olympia, WA and Nathan Weaver of Olympia, WA; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Alfred was preceded in death by his mother, Amelia Luft Vendegna and father, Ralph Vendegna. Since 1973, Al has made numerous and substantial contributions to the preservation of the history, the arts and spirit of the Native American culture. His passion and love for these traditions led to his creation of West of Santa Fe. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 11, 2011, 11:00 a.m., at French ~ Westside Chapel. Please visit our online guest book for Alfred at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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WACONDA -- JOHN E. SR. Age 80, a Laguna Pueblo tribal member who resided at Isleta Pueblo since 1958, died Wednesday, October 5, 2011. He was born in Albuquerque, NM and was raised in Laguna Pueblo, Village of Paguate. He enlisted in the Marine Corp and served in the Korean War from 1951 to 1954. He married Josephine Trujillo and together they raised four children in Isleta Pueblo. During his lifetime he was an employee of the U.S. Indian Health Service and the Bureau of Indian Affairs. His main interest and enjoyment in life came from farming in Isleta and attending to the family ranch in Corona, NM. He worked untiringly, enjoyed life's simple pleasures, and lived life to its fullest. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Josephine; daughters, Patricia Abeita and Karen Waconda-Lewis; sons, John Waconda Jr. and Lawrence Waconda; nine grandchildren, Amy, Catherine, Maureen, Aaron, Camille, Lenora, Amanda, Royce, and Erin; and two great-grandchildren Noah and Brooke. He is also survived by his brother, Walter K. Waconda and sister, Ida Kiro, and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. He loved his family and friends and will be greatly missed. He was a member of St. Augustine Parish. A rosary will be recited Sunday, October 9, 2011, 6:00 p.m. at St. Augustine Parish, in Isleta Pueblo with a reception immediately following. Mass will be celebrated Monday, October 10, 2011, 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine Parish. Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, NM, 87501. Please visit our online guest book for John at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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WAGNER -- PATRICIA DAGLEY Age 87, passed away on October 6, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on July 8, 1924 in Vincennes, IN. Albuquerque has been her home since 1953. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Susan; her sisters, Virginia Hill and Mary Schuller; and her brother, Hugh Dagley. She is survived by her brother, Jack; and her children, Dr. Steve Wagner and wife, Caryn Wagner; Dr. Jeff Wagner and wife, Dr. Patricia Wagner; and Dr. Jon Wagner. Her seven grandchildren, Greg Wagner, Nikki Trott, Kyle Wagner, Ollie Wagner, Sophie Wagner, J.J. Wagner and Josh Wagner were her greatest source of grandmotherly pride and joy. She was a remarkable and creative woman. Her talents as a calligrapher were shared with friends and family for whom she designed wedding invitations, programs and certificates of achievement. Her children and grandchildren proudly wear the sweaters she knit for them and stay warm beneath the quilts that she hand-made for them. She helped many law students, lawyers, and judges find just the right law book, treatise, or journal during her years as a research librarian at in the UNM Law Library. Dozens and dozens of her legendary chocolate chip cookies were enjoyed by lucky family, friends, the Veteran's Administration dental clinic staff, and the staff at the UNM law library. Pat Wagner was a loving, funny and generous mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She has left an indelible imprint on this earth and we are all better off because of her. Thank you to all of the caring healthcare personnel at UNM Hospital, Lovelace Hospital and Albuquerque Heights Rehabilitation Center who were so gentle, attentive and kind to Pat during her difficult illness. French Mortuary on University Blvd. is attending to the cremation. A private family celebration honoring her life will take place at a later date. Please visit our online guest book for Patricia at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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WHITLOCK -- ADA M. Age 89, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, October 6, 2011. She is survived by her children, Alfred Whitlock, Janet Steward, John Whitlock and wife Diana; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; her sister Edith Womack; and many other family members. She was preceded in death by her husband Willard "Blondie" Whitlock; daughter Wilma Barncastle; her parents Arthur Lloyd and Molly Ann Lindley Hurlbert; her sister Fronie; and brother Alfred. She was a loving wife and mother. Services will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2011, at 10:00 a.m., at French-Westside Chapel and interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit Tuesday 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., at French-Westside location. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guest book for Ada at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
        Published on: Sun October 09, 2011