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Hartshorne -- Stephen C. Hartshorne, son of Marie Lorraine and John Schulte of Las Cruces, died on February 15, 2000, in Albuquerque. He was born in Los Alamos, NM on September 25, 1951. Survivors include one son, David-Pierre, of Albuquerque; four brothers, Michael and wife Lida, of Albuquerque, Joseph and wife Sonia and sons Eustace and Sergio of Rociada, NM, Mark and his wife, Trina and daughter, Taylor Nicole of Las Cruces and Jeffrey of Las Cruces. Stephen was a graduate of Highlands University and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was creative, brilliant, loving, caring and loved by many. Donations in Stephen's memory can be made to Transitional Living Services, Inc., 4020 Central SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
        Published on: Tue February 29, 2000

Mcintyre -- Duncan W. McIntyre, 74, a resident of Albuquerque passed away February 26, 2000. He was a graduate of Albuquerque High School, served in the Marines during World War II and returned to New Mexico after retiring as a printer in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He is survived by close friend, Maria Moore; sisters, Theresa Zamora and Madeline Manning; brothers, B.A. McIntyre and wife, Alice, William H. McIntyre and wife, Mary Lee, David E. McIntyre and wife, Jean and Craig McIntyre and wife, Thomasine; sisters-in-law, Christine McIntyre and Ruth McIntyre; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, March 1, 2000, 10:00 a.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Interment of cremated remains will be in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
        Published on: Tue February 29, 2000

Montano -- Jose Antonio Montano, age 47, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2000. He was born in Puerto Rico, to Jose Ramon Montano and Magdalena Montano. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Dorothy Montano; his daughter, Melissa Chavez and her fiance, Speedy Apodaca. His son, Jose Arrellano and his wife, Nancy Arrellano and three grandchildren, Santiago Chavez, Madyson Arellano and Grace Arellano. His brother, Joey Montano; sister, Iris Montano. His in-laws, Ernest and Braulia Velasques, Toni Ayon, Juan and Yvonne Velasquez, Ernie and Mary Chavez. Niece's and nephews, Ramy and husband, Jeff and Sabrina Forrest, Denise and Aprilyn Chavez, Carlos Velasquez, David and Danny Montano. His many friends and colleagues and all his family members in Puerto Rico. He will be overwhelmingly missed by all of us. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning at St. Thomas Aquinas at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Vista Verde Memorial Park. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 898-3160 Gary F. Santillanes, C.F.S.P.
        Published on: Tue February 29, 2000

Quintana -- Mrs. Ofelia R. Qunitana died Monday in Albuquerque at the age of 82. She was born in Tokay, NM on June 15, 1917 to Pablo and Dorotea Romero. Mrs. Quintana is preceded in death by her husband, Luis Quintana; her parents; and brothers, Alcario and Florindo Romero. She is survived by her sisters, Maria Riemer of Albuquerque, Leonella Rea of La Paz, Bolivia; brothers, Rosendo and wife, Sophie of Albuquerque, Robert of Washington, DC, Jose Ernesto and wife, Bertha of Albuquerque; and numerous nephews and nieces. Funeral Services for Mrs. Quintana will be held on Wednesday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Frank Lujan Sr., Frank Lujan Jr., Victor Romero, David Romero, Tom Romero and Peter Romero. Evening Services for Mrs. Qunitana will be held on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Alzheimer's Charities or the charity of your choice in her name. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Tue February 29, 2000

Rael -- Jose M."Joe" Rael, has left this world to be with his Lord and Savior, having passed away peacefully at home on February 27, 2000, following a short illness. Joe was born in Golden, NM on December 31, 1922 to Ricardo Carley and Tomasita Mary Martinez. His early childhood was spent in the Barelas neighborhood of Albuquerque, but Joe moved many places in his life. Joe was preceded in death by his first wife, Charlotte Marquez Rael in 1977; mother, Mary Salazar; brother, Solomon; and sister, Ethel. Joe was a Veteran of World War II, enlisting in the United States Army in San Francisco, CA on February 19, 1943, following a stint in the California State Guard. Joe was PFC, serving in the U.S. 187th Glider Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division. Joe saw action in the Asiatic Pacific Theatre during WWII, in Luzon, Southern Philippines and New Guinea, and received several citations and decorations including the Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with Bronze Arrowhead for the invasion of Nasughu Point, Luzon, and Leyte Campaigns; World War II Victory Medal; Army of Occupation Medal with Japan Clasp; Distinguished Unit Emblem; Combat Infantryman Badge; Philippine Liberation Ribbon with two Bronze Service Stars; Glider Badge; Parachutist Badge; Marksman Badge with Carbine, Rifle and Mortar Bars; and, the Philippine Presidential Unit Citation Badge. He was a member of the VFW. Joe is survived by his present wife, Bessie Garcia-Rael; the Garcia family, David, Ruben, Lenni, Dikki, Francella and Debbie Muniz; his sister, Trinidad and husband, Bill Leavitt of Modesto, CA; his aunt, Rose Gutierrez; daughters, Barbara Nieto and husband, Michael, of Albuquerque, NM, Lynn Robertson and husband, Ken of Louisiana, Connie Cothran of Phoenix, AZ, Judy Marquez of Los Gatos, CA, Patricia Foster, of Pecos, NM; sons; Tony Rael and wife, Pamela, Ronnie Rael, Larry Rael and wife, Wanda all of Albuquerque; several grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Visitations will be today from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on 8th and Stover, where a Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. by David and Maria Roybal of San Ildefonso Pueblo, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Casket bearers will be Mike Nieto, Andy Nieto Jr., David Garcia, Jerome Muniz, Albert Muniz, Carl Atler, Rudy Ortega and Ronnie Rael. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Lobo Chapter of New Mexico, 82nd Airborne Division Association. Military Honors will be accorded by the United States Army Honor Guard of Ft. Bliss, TX. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., S.W.
        Published on: Tue February 29, 2000

Sanchez -- Mr. Clarence M. Sanchez, 79, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 27, 2000. Mr. Sanchez is the beloved husband of 53 years to Mrs. Stella Sanchez. He is also survived by two daughters, Jennie Padilla and husband, Ted, Emily Lujan and husband, Art; three sons, Franklin Sanchez and wife, Dee, Michael Sanchez and wife, Jill and Clarence Sanchez Jr. and wife, Connie; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Clorinda Castilla and husband, Joe; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his brother, Dennis Sanchez. Mr. Sanchez was a member of the Catholic Church, Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II, New Mexico Army National Guard, retired from K.A.F.B. in 1979 after 30 years of service. He was a loving husband, father, grand and great grandfather. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Rd SW with visitation after 6:30 p.m. The Legion of Mary will recite the Rosary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Ascension with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Edmund Savilla, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ted Padilla, Anthony Padilla, Isidro Padilla, Vincent Padilla, Art Lujan, Eddie Moraga. Honorary, Gabriel Lujan, David Sanchez and Matthew Sanchez. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Tue February 29, 2000

Sekot -- Anita Maria Valdez-Sekot, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died Sunday, February 27, 2000. She is survived by her sons, Joseph P. Sekot and wife, Mercy of Blackfoot, ID and John Alfred Sekot and wife, Ricki of Fresno, CA; daughters, Marie P. Martinez and husband, Robert of Rio Rancho, Angela R. Ballengee and husband, Phillip, Jeannie Mackey and husband, Maurice and Loretta Duran and husband, Levi, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Steven Sekot, Yvonne Lindsay, Joseph Sekot, Fred Sekot, Cheryl Parks, Shelly Allabach, Roberta McGrew, Martin Martinez, Mike Martinez, Kathy Gunderson, Christine Woisin, David Ballengee, Nicholas Ballengee, Victoria Ballengee, Anton Mackey, Danielle Duran and Levi Duran; seventeen great-grandchildren; brother, Peter Valdez, and wife, Rose of Albuquerque; and many loving nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mrs. Sekot was preceded in death by her husband, John M. Sekot, whom she married in 1934. She was raised and married in Dawson, NM. Mrs. Sekot was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, where she attended daily Mass and taught Catechism. She was a member of the Legion of Mary and Altar Rosary Society, she was a church volunteer. She was devoted to her Rosary. Mrs. Sekot worked with the girl and boy scouts, as well as made home visits to the elderly. She was also a member of the Machinist Auxiliary. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE, with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant and Father Antonio Mondragon, Con-Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Sekot's granddaughters. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. to time of Rosary.
        Published on: Tue February 29, 2000

Aragon -- Premetivo"Tivo" Aragon, born March 24, 1922, went to prepare a place for us in heaven with the Lord on February 24, 2000. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Dora Aragon; two sons, Robert Aragon and wife, Del Marie of Bernalillo, Tim Aragon and wife, Colleen of Los Lunas; four daughters, Joelene and husband, Luis Garcia, Darlene and husband, Fred Mora, Grace and husband, Frank Padilla and Crystal Gonzales-Aragon, all of Bernalillo. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and one great-great granddaughter; three brothers, Avarsito and Felicito Aragon of Bernalillo and Patricio Aragon of Alamogordo; one sister, Tomasita Garcia of Bernalillo; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Premetivo served in the Army during WWII, he retired from Bernalillo Public Schools and also worked for Alameda Mortuary. Premitivo was a lifetime member of VFW Post 4243 and served as Post Commander. He was also active in the Knights of Columbus/ Premetivo loved to dance. He loved his family and he loved life. He will be greatly missed. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on at 11:00 a.m., at the church. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho. Pallbearers will be Mario Dominguez, Delfred Aragon, Larry Lucero, Ernie Aragon, Max Aragon, and Billy Garcia. Honorary pallbearers will be David, Mark, BJ Thomas, Wilbert, Peter, Phillip, Nicholas, Jonathan and Joe Chris. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. Norbert R. Baldonado Jr. F.S.I.
        Published on: Mon February 28, 2000

Franchini -- Rose D. Franchini, loving wife, mother and grandmother, 78, a resident of Albuquerque for 53 years, died Friday, February 25, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Rusty Franchini; daughter, Lynne Peckinpaugh and husband, Dennis; granddaughter, Michele Peckinpaugh and Anthony Velarde, all of Albuquerque; grandson, David Peckinpaugh and wife, Maureen Tansey of St. Johnsbury, VT; sisters-in-law, Jeanette Devoti and husband, Frank and Mickey Franchini, all of Albuquerque; cousins, Mary Galligan, Ange Cunningham, Dominic Simonetti and Steve Stranges, all of Colorado; and several nieces, nephews and special friends. Mrs. Franchini touched many lives as a teacher at Our Lady of Fatima School for 30 years. She was a longtime member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church where she was active with the Women's Guild. Mrs. Franchini was past president of Albuquerque Business Women's Association; member of Casa Angelica Auxiliary; and Italian Women's Club. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, with Father Francis X Eggert, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be David Devoti, Greg Franchini, Keith Franchini, Kevin Franchini, Donald Devoti, Danny Franchini, John Franchini and Tom Franchini. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Fatima School, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110; American Cancer Society, Attn: Melissa Vialpando, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110; American Parkinson's Disease Association, 1250 Hylan Blvd. Staten Island, NY, 10305 or to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon February 28, 2000

Montano -- Jose Antonio Montano, age 47, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2000. He was born in Puerto Rico, to Jose Ramon Montano and Magdalena Montano. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Dorothy Montano; his daughter, Melissa Chavez and her fiance, Speedy Apodaca. His son, Jose Arrellano and his wife, Nancy Arrellano and three grandchildren, Santiago Chavez, Madyson Arellano and Grace Arellano. His brother, Joey Montano; sister, Iris Montano. His in-laws, Ernest and Braulia Velasques, Toni Ayon, Juan and Yvonne Velasquez, Ernie and Mary Chavez. Niece's and nephews, Ramy and husband, Jeff and Sabrina Forrest, Denise and Aprilyn Chavez, Carlos Velasquez, David and Danny Montano. His many friends and colleagues and all his family members in Puerto Rico. He will be overwhelmingly missed by all of us. A Rosary will be recited Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Alameda Mortuary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, time and place to be announced. For information call Alameda Mortuary 898-3160. With interment to follow at the Vista Verde Memorial Park. Friends may visit Monday beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Alameda Mortuary Chapel. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 898-3160 Gary F. Santillanes, C.F.S.P.
        Published on: Mon February 28, 2000