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Krawll -- Kay Krawll, 90, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, April 21, 2000. Kay was born on April 12, 1910 in Zhitomer, Russia. She and her family came to the United States when she was 19 months of age. The family settled in Chicago, Illinois. After high school she became a professional dancer and toured cities throughout the United States and Canada. She often played on the same bill with Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy! She was a beautiful and talented dancer. In 1937 she married Jack Krawll and they settled in Saginaw, Michigan. Later moving to Fresno, California and to New Mexico after Jack retired. Kay was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother as well as a dear and funloving friend to those who knew her. Kay and Jack have been active members of Temple Albert since moving to New Mexico in 1987. Kay had been a lifetime member of Hadassah, a women's advocacy organization. She was preceded in death by her son, Lawrence Charles Krawll. Kay is survived by her husband, Jack of Albuquerque; two daughters, Helen Fellen of Albuquerque and Marcia Krawll of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; two grandchildren, Rick Fellen and wife, Lisa of Oceanside, CA and Melissa Kravetz and husband, David of Aurora, CO; and great-granddaughter, Natalie of Oceanside, CA. The Service for Kay will be on Monday, April 24, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, with Cantor Jacqueline Shuchat-Marx officiating. Interment will be in the Congregation Albert section of Fairview Memorial Park. The family wishes to thank Monzano del Sol Nursing Facility and the Presbyterian Hospice staff for their loving care and support. We ask that donations be made to these facilities, or to the Hadassah Organization at Temple Albert. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
        Published on: Sun April 23, 2000

Martinez -- Larry A. Martinez, 42, was a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, a beloved husband, father, son, brother and uncle. He passed away Thursday, April 19, 2000. He is survived by loving wife, Darlene T. Martinez; two sons, Angelo C. Martinez and Abel Hampstead; parents, Lorenzo and Lucy Martinez; two sisters, Debbie Zamora and husband, Gilbert and Valerie Saauedra and husband, David; and a brother, Robert Martinez and wife, Lupita. His survivors also include many nephews, nieces and caring in-laws. He was a longtime employee of Presbyterian Hospital and will be remembered by many friends and co-workers. His favorite pastime was fishing and outdoor life. He was such a thoughtful man who loved children. The Rosary will be held at St. Anne's Church at 1400 Arenal Rd. on Monday, April 24, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. and Mass will be held Tuesday, April 25, 2000 at 9:00 a.m. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society, (891-8200).
        Published on: Sun April 23, 2000

Solon -- Art Solon, 50, was born in Rapid City, SD, July 6, 1949. A resident of New Mexico since 1966, Mr. Solon died Monday, April 17, 2000. He is survived by his mother, Joan Solon of Colorado Springs, CO; son, Michael Solon; daughter, Emma Blair Solon; former spouse, Brett G. Solon, all of Albuquerque; brothers and sisters, David Solon and wife, Connie of Colorado Springs, CO, Mary Jo Solon and husband, Will Gooden of Las Cruces, James Solon and wife, Elizabeth of Pasadena, CA, Paul Solon and wife, Ann Laurenson of San Francisco, CA, Susan Solon Emmons and husband, Michael Emmons of Pueblo, CO, and Katie Solon-Halbach and husband, Andreas Halbach of Vienna, Austria; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Mr. Solon was preceded in death by his father, Pat Solon, and brother, Michael Solon. He graduated from Del Norte High School in 1967. He attended Notre Dame University and played baseball as an undergraduate. Mr. Solon graduated from UNM and the UNM Law School, and practiced law in Albuquerque, NM for many years. He was a loyal supporter of Notre Dame football (Go Irish), as well as an active supporter of Lobo football and basketball. A former American Legion third baseman, Mr. Solon coached his son's little league teams. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. with Father Vidal Martinez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Solon, James Solon, Paul Solon, Matthew Emmons, Michael Solon, Max Halbach, and Clovis Acosta. Honorary pallbearers will be Will Gooden, Michael Emmons, and Andreas Halbach. Friends are warmly invited to attend a visitation at French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire contributions may be made to any local hospice organization F
        Published on: Sun April 23, 2000

Vigil -- J. Lawrence"Larry" Vigil passed away April 22, 2000. He was an active member of Queen of Heaven Parish and loved fishing, hunting, and flying remote control airplanes. Larry was employed by Albuquerque Publishing Company for 35 years and retired in 1991. He is survived by Alice, his beloved wife of 52 years; son, Robert L. Vigil and wife, Rhonda; daughters, Anita Boggs and husband, Gene and Barbara Montoya; his grandchildren, the loves of his life, Robert I. Vigil, Jennifer R. Vigil and husband, Brant Wagener, Katrina Montoya, David Montoya and Richard Montoya; great grandchildren, Jordan Garcia and Jillian Montoya-Cuevas; sisters, Marcella, Irene and Agnes and their beloved spouses; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 25, 2000. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 26, 2000. Inurnment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Amarante"Moe" Moya, Art Duran, Joe Rivera, Robert I. Vigil, David Montoya and Richard Montoya. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Sun April 23, 2000

Frasier -- Louise V. Weir Frasier, 86, long-time resident of Albuquerque died Tuesday, April 18, 2000. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hoyt N. Frasier and her oldest granddaughter, Karen Platt. She is survived by ten children; thirty-four grandchildren and forty-four great-grandchildren. Surviving children are: Virginia and husband, Charlie Platt of Cheaspeake, OH, Dorothy, widow of Roy McGee of Nashville, TN, Carrie and husband, Franklin Smith of El Paso, TX, Hoyt J. Frasier and wife, Barbara of Bristol, TN, Thomas W. Frasier of Dandridge, TN, John R. Frasier of Davidson, NC, and wife, Charlotte, Patricia and husband, Richard Branda of Albuquerque, NM, Margaret and husband, Mike Antley of Rio Rancho, NM, Evelyn and husband, Al Strouse of Edgewood, NM, Martha and husband, Richard Alarid of Corrales, NM. Also surviving are two sisters, one brother, many nieces, nephews and dear friends, David Alarid and Mike Hand. Mama was loved and respected by many people and during her recent illness she was visited by forty-five relatives from eleven states. Family members would like to thank Dr. Jean Thomas and the surgical staff at Lovelace Medical Center for the care and compassion shown to them and their mother and grandmother. Cremation has taken place and there will be a graveside service in Flintville, TN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All Faiths Receiving Home of Albuqueque, NM or New Mexico Museum of Natural History in Albuquerque.
        Published on: Sat April 22, 2000

Frasier -- Louise V. Weir Frasier, 86, long-time resident of Albuquerque died Tuesday, April 18, 2000. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hoyt N. Frasier and her oldest granddaughter, Karen Platt. She is survived by ten children; thirty-four grandchildren and forty-four great-grandchildren. Surviving children are: Virginia and husband, Charlie Platt of Cheaspeake, OH, Dorothy, widow of Roy McGee of Nashville, TN, Carrie and husband, Franklin Smith of El Paso, TX, Hoyt J. Frasier and wife, Barbara of Bristol, TN, Thomas W. Frasier of Dandridge, TN, John R. Frasier of Davidson, NC, and wife, Charlotte, Patricia and husband, Richard Branda of Albuquerque, NM, Margaret and husband, Mike Antley of Rio Rancho, NM, Evelyn and husband, Al Strouse of Edgewood, NM, Martha and husband, Richard Alarid of Corrales, NM. Also surviving are two sisters, one brother, many nieces, nephews and dear friends, David Alarid and Mike Hand. Mama was loved and respected by many people and during her recent illness she was visited by forty-five relatives from eleven states. Family members would like to thank Dr. Jean Thomas and the surgical staff at Lovelace Medical Center for the care and compassion shown to them and their mother and grandmother. Cremation has taken place and there will be a graveside service in Flintville, TN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All Faiths Receiving Home of Albuqueque, NM or New Mexico Museum of Natural History in Albuquerque.
        Published on: Fri April 21, 2000

D'spain -- Lalla M. D'Spain, age 89, a 50 year resident of Albuquerque, passed away on April 17, 2000. She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Ada Sue D'Spain of Albuquerque, Helen D'Spain of Tajique, NM; nieces, Mary Beth Walker and husband, Henry of Kennewich, WA, Margaret Sue Horton and husband, Joe of Big Spring, TX, Latrice Ann Patterson and husband, Eddy of Flagstaff, AZ, Kay Steffens and husband, Gordon of Albuquerque; nephews, Billy Jeff D'Spain and wife, Maria of Moriarty, NM, David D'Spain and wife, Barbara of Los Lunas, NM and Carllin D'Spain, Jr. of Houston, TX. Lalla served as a Deacon in 1st Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. She graduated from Texas Women's University with a B.A. in Chemistry, graduated from Texas Tech with her Masters Degree in Business Administration. Lalla also worked on a military base in Texas during WWII. She purchased a gift shop in Hilton Hotel in the late 1940's which she sold in the 1960's. For a number of years, she worked for Shoe Make-up and she sold stock and bonds until her death. Lalla was a member of the Pilot Club, Charter member of the Four Hills Country Clubs, she actually played Duplicate Bridge and is fondly remembered by family and friends for entertaining in her home. Visitation will be held Monday, April 24, 2000 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. A Funeral Service will be held in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 24, 2000. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery in McLean, TX. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Texas Tech Foundation, Inc., College of Business Administration Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 41081, Lubbock, TX 79409. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Thu April 20, 2000

Frasier -- Louise V. Weir Frasier, 86, long-time resident of Albuquerque died Tuesday, April 18, 2000. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hoyt N. Frasier and her oldest granddaughter, Karen Platt. She is survived by ten children; thirty-four grandchildren and forty-four great-grandchildren. Surviving children are: Virginia and husband, Charlie Platt of Cheaspeake, OH, Dorothy, widow of Roy McGee of Nashville, TN, Carrie and husband, Franklin Smith of El Paso, TX, Hoyt J. Frasier and wife, Barbara of Bristol, TN, Thomas W. Frasier of Dandridge, TN, John R. Frasier of Davidson, NC, and wife, Charlotte, Patricia and husband, Richard Branda of Albuquerque, NM, Margaret and husband, Mike Antley of Rio Rancho, NM, Evelyn and husband, Al Strouse of Edgewood, NM, Martha and husband, Richard Alarid of Corrales, NM. Also surviving are two sisters, one brother, many nieces, nephews and dear friends, David Alarid and Mike Hand. Mama was loved and respected by many people and during her recent illness she was visited by forty-five relatives from eleven states. Family members would like to thank Dr. Jean Thomas and the surgical staff at Lovelace Medical Center for the care and compassion shown to them and their mother and grandmother. Cremation has taken place and there will be a graveside service in Flintville, TN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All Faiths Receiving Home of Albuqueque, NM or New Mexico Museum of Natural History in Albuquerque.
        Published on: Thu April 20, 2000

Gibson -- Marjorie Gibson, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1942, died Monday, April 17, 2000. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Sherman Gibson of Albuquerque; daughters, Bonnie Wood and husband, LeRoy of Clayton, NM and Sharon Jones and husband, John F."Jack" of Washington, DC; grandchildren, Robyn Wood, Wade Wood and wife, Lisa, all of Clayton, Wesley Wood and wife, Brenda of Amarillo, TX, Christopher Chaney of Albuquerque, and Lauren Jones of Washington, DC; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Doris Neiderman of Albuquerque and Benny Snow of Moriarty; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Gibson was dedicated and loved by her family and church. Services will be held Thursday, April 20, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Jim Price officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Christopher Chaney, Wade Wood, Wesley Wood, LeRoy Wood, Jack Jones, and David Kennedy. Memorial contributions may be made to Quality Continuum Hospice, 2345 Southern Blvd. SE 87106. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu April 20, 2000

Lewis -- David G. Lewis, 69, passed away at home April 14, 2000. He came to New Mexico in 1975 from Racine, Wisconsin. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Joyce; three children, Pam and husband, Lee of Pocatello, ID, Cheryl and husband, Robert of Racine, WS, Jeffery and wife, Katy of Rio Rancho; seven grandchildren, Justin (deceased) of Pocatello, ID, Cori, Heidi and Katy of Racine, WS, Jennifer, Nicole and James of Rio Rancho; one great-granddaughter, Christina of Racine, WS; sister, Sally and husband, Warren of SunCity, AZ; brother, James and wife, Julie of Lake Ridge, VA. David served in Armed Forces during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and the B.P.O.E., Lodge #2500. There will be celebration of David's life Thursday, April 20, 2000, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Elks Lodge, 1530 Barbara Loop, Rio Rancho for family and friends. Cremation arrangements are by Sunrise Society of New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4725 Indian School NE, Suite #100, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
        Published on: Thu April 20, 2000