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CARATTINI -- Julio M. Carattini, II, loving husband to Violet Carattini who passed away in November 2003, and best friend and mentor to his son, Julio M. Carattini III, passed away at the V.A. Regional Medical Center on Monday, June 21, 2004. Julio II is survived by Julio III and his wife, Patricia, Julio IV and his wife, Deja, Julio V, Jennifer Lyons and her husband, David Lyons; and four great-grandchildren. In his kind way, he accepted Donna Boyer and Janet Anza into his household to raise and provide guidance and direction. Julio II, an Army Infantry Officer, served his country in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. A true patriot, he always instilled into his son the meaning of Courage, Integrity, and Honor and to this day it has made his son a better person. His sisters, Mary Carattini, Emma Malave, Didi Santini and Hilda Carattini will miss their baby brother. Albert Malave and Nicolas Santini, his brothers-in-law will miss him as a brother. Julio II was born in Aibonito, Puerto Rico, on June 30, 1921, to Italian and Spanish ancestry. His parents, Julio M. Carattini, I, and his mother, Amparo Padro Carattini, could not have been prouder of their son. He grew up on a farm and enjoyed his long walks to school with his sister, Emma. His long horseback rides to the coast with his father were always a fond memory to him. Julio II was fortunate in having four sisters that loved him as much as he loved them. He was truly blessed with the love of his parents, sisters, son, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Julio II and Violet were together for 63 years and to the end they walked around holding hands. My father always told me that the secret to a great marriage was not to go to bed angry. Always kiss your spouse before going to sleep. Now they are together again and I thank God for the kindness he showed in letting my parents get back together for eternity. Memorial Services will be held Friday, June 25, 2004, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, 275-3500
        Published on: Fri June 25, 2004

CARATTINI -- Julio Maria Caratini II, retired U.S. Army Captain, of 2601 Elwood Place NE, Albuquerque, NM, passed away quietly in the Veterans Hospital on June 21, 2004, at the age of 83. He was born in Barrio Pastor, A bonito, PR, son of Julio M. Carattini I & Amparo Padro. Preceded in death by parents & wife, Valeria M. Kons, who died recently, November 4, 2003, in their residence, after 59 years of marriage. They both loved their country, PR and always dreamed of returning some day. They were residents in NM for only about 13 years. Their many friends will miss them. Devoted father of Donnamarie (David) Boyer, of Albuquerque, NM; & Janet M. Carattini, of Altamonte, Florida. Dearly missed by grandchildren: Manny, Jeannette, Donna Nieto; Janet and Jaime Lopez III; great grandchildren, Christian, Alex Diaz, Irmarie Berdecia and Jaime Lopez IV. Also survived by sisters: Mercedes Carattini, Hilda Ortiz, Didi Santini & Emma Malave. He was known as "Papa Yuyo" by his family & friends. He joined the U.S. Army in 1944 in PR & served in WW II & Korean Conflict. Member of the St. Bernadette Catholic Church. He will be greatly missed & never forgotten. Funeral will be at French Mortuary for rosary on Thursday June 24, 2004 and buried at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Friday June 25, 2004.
        Published on: Thu June 24, 2004

CARATTINI -- Julio M. Carattini, II, loving husband to Violet Carattini who passed away in November 2003, and best friend and mentor to his son, Julio M. Carattini III, passed away at the V.A. Regional Medical Center on Monday, June 21, 2004. Julio II is survived by Julio III and his wife, Patricia, Julio IV and his wife, Deja, Julio V, Jennifer Lyons and her husband, David Lyons; and four great-grandchildren. In his kind way, he accepted Donna Boyer and Janet Anza into his household to raise and provide guidance and direction. Julio II, an Army Infantry Officer, served his country in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. A true patriot, he always instilled into his son the meaning of Courgae, Integrity, and Honor and to this day it has made his son a better person. His sisters, Mary Carattini, Emma Malave, Didi Santini and Hilda Carattini will miss their baby brother. Albert Malave and Nicolas Santini, his brothers in law will miss him as a brother. Julio II was born in Aibonito, Puerto Rico, on June 30, 1921, to Italian and Spanish ancestry. His parents, Julio M. Carattini, I, and his mother, Amparo Padro Carattini, could not have been prouder of their son. He grew up on a farm and enjoyed his long walks to school with his sister, Emma. His long horseback rides to the coast with his father were always a fond memory to him. Julio II was fortunate in having four sisters that loved him as much as he loved them. He was truly blessed with the love of his parents, sisters, son, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Julio II and violet were together for 63 years and to the end they walked around holding hands. My father always told me that the secret to a great marriage was not to go to bed angry. Always kiss your spouse before going to sleep. Now they are together again and I thank God for the kindness he showed in letting my parents get back together for eternity. Rosary will be recited Thursday, June 24, 2004, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Joe Santana reciting. Memorial Services will be held Friday, June 25, 2004, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu June 24, 2004

MORALES -- Isaac C. Morales, ae 47, passed away, after a long illness, on June 19, 2004 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Albuquerque. He was born on May 24, 1957 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. He moved to Albuquerque in 1976 when he married Donna Duran. He was a dedicated husband, son, father, grandfather, brother, nephew, and uncle and was loved by all. He is survived by his wife, Donna Morales. Also four daughters --Sonya Morales and Eugene; Felicia Medina and husband, Damian; Mandy Morales and John; and Shannon Morales all of Albuquerque. He is also is survived by his four beautiful grandchildren, Isaac Medina, Angelo Medina, Shaylene Olguin, and Eugene Olguin, Jr. all of Albuquerque. Two brother-in laws, Gene Duran and wife, Judy of Raton and Anthony Duran and wife, Deanna of Albuquerque; mother-in-law, Angie Duran of Albuquerque. He was also survived by his father and mother, Remijo and Hellena Morales of Carlsbad. Brothers, Remijo Morales, Jr. & wife, Jimmy Morales and wife, Corrina, Juan Morales, Ray Morales, Orlando Morales, Paul Morales and wife, Susanne, Michael Morales, Moses Morales, Edward Morales and wife, Maggie. Sisters, Viola Montanez and husband, Nilo, Irene Armendarez, and Veronica Morales. He also has many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles too numerous to mention. He was preceded in death by a sister, Sonya; maternal grandparents, Leonardo and Adela Castaneda; and paternal grandmother, Rita Fierro. A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 21, 2004 at the New Beginning Church of God at 3601 Montgomery in Albuquerque with Pastor Richard Mansfield officiating. Services will begin at 7:00 p.m. Isaac Morales will be laid to rest in Carlsbad, New Mexico at the Santa Catalina Cemetery. Service times and burial in Carlsbad are pending.
        Published on: Mon June 21, 2004

CARRICO -- Lois Wiley Carrico, native and lifelong resident of Albuquerque left this earth to be with her Lord and Savior on June 10, 2004. She was the daughter of the late Dr. Tom Wiley and Beulah Wiley. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Lois Lorraine Carrico. Lois is survived by her husband, Bob Carrico; daughter, Sandra Tolman and husband, Frank; son, Monty Carrico and wife, Lucy; grandchildren include Ryan and Brent Tolman, Michael and Sarah Carrico; sister, Helen Sentency and husband, Paul; nephews, Rick and Doug Sentency; uncle, Lloyd Wiley; and sisters-in-law, Blanche Trent and Fern Crackel; nieces include Lana Finley, Cheryl Thompson and Darlene Harwell; cousins, Darla Newell and Donna Mannon. The nature of Lois was always happy. She was always the first to speak, the first to smile and the first to lend a helping hand. Her Christian love flowed to every living thing and because of this she leaves behind many close and cherished friends. To her husband, she was a spiritual inspiration and a loving wife, she was a wonderful mother whose children were always very close to her and will miss her dearly. Her grandchildren will always cherish every moment spent with her. A Private Farewell will be given in her honor. Thank you so much for your love, prayers and concern at this time.
        Published on: Sun June 20, 2004

SHIRLEY -- Sara J. "Sally" Shirley, age 89, of Delmont, PA died Wednesday, June 16, 2004. She was born October 19, 1914 in Islin, PA; daughter of the late Elwin and Florence Irwin. Sally retired in 1976 from the Kiski area school district where she worked as a maintenance worker. She was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church in Delmont, PA; was an enthusiastic square dancer who enjoyed traveling and playing cards. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Kevin Scott Shirley; and brother, Dale Irwin. Surviving are her husband, Donald O. Shirley; son, K. Wayne Shirley and his wife, Joan of Albuquerque; two daughters, Donna Earnest and her husband, Barrett of Delmont and Joy Morsaint and her husband, Dane of Carnegie, PA. Friends will be received Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. a the Wolfe-von Geis Funeral Home, Inc., 5701 Lincoln Ave. Export, PA 15632 (724) 327-1400 where services will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. with the reverend J.R. Wagner officiating. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery, Export. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions sent to The Greater Albuquerque Compassionate Friends, C/O Kristi Grubb, 6813 Cherry Blossom Ln NE. 87111; New Mexico Survivors of Homicide Inc., 12400 Menaul Blvd. NE Ste. 100, 87112; or to the St. John's United Methodist Church Blue Grass Band, 2626 Arizona St. NE 87110.
        Published on: Sun June 20, 2004

CARRICO -- Lois Wiley Carrico, native and lifelong resident of Albuquerque left this earth to be with her Lord and Savior on June 10, 2004. She was the daughter of the late Dr. Tom Wiley and Beulah Wiley. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Lois Lorraine Carrico. Lois is survived by her husband, Bob Carrico; daughter, Sandra Tolman and husband, Frank; son, Monty Carrico and wife, Lucy; grandchildren include Ryan and Brent Tolman, Michael and Sarah Carrico; sister, Helen Sentency and husband, Paul; nephews, Rick and Doug Sentency; uncle, Lloyd Wiley; and sisters-in-law, Blanche Trent and Fern Crackel; nieces include Lana Finley, Cheryl Thompson and Darlene Harwell; cousins, Darla Newell and Donna Mannon. The nature of Lois was always happy. She was always the first to speak, the first to smile and the first to lend a helping hand. Her Christian love flowed to every living thing and because of this she leaves behind many close and cherished friends. To her husband, she was a spiritual inspiration and a loving wife, she was a wonderful mother whose children were always very close to her and will miss her dearly. Her grandchildren will always cherish every moment spent with her. A Private Farewell will be given in her honor. Thank you so much for your love, prayers and concern at this time.
        Published on: Sat June 19, 2004

SHIRLEY -- Sara J. "Sally" Shirley, age 89, of Delmont, PA died Wednesday, June 16, 2004. She was born October 19, 1914 in Islin, PA; daughter of the late Elwin and Florence Irwin. Sally retired in 1976 from the Kiski area school district where she worked as a maintenance worker. She was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church in Delmont, PA; was an enthusiastic square dancer who enjoyed traveling and playing cards. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Kevin Scott Shirley; and brother, Dale Irwin. Surviving are her husband, Donald O. Shirley; son, K. Wayne Shirley and his wife, Joan of Albuquerque; two daughters, Donna Earnest and her husband, Barrett of Delmont and Joy Morsaint and her husband, Dane of Carnegie, PA. Friends will be received Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. a the Wolfe-von Geis Funeral Home, Inc., 5701 Lincoln Ave. Export, PA 15632 (724) 327-1400 where services will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. with the reverend J.R. Wagner officiating. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery, Export. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions sent to Faith United Methodist Church, 305 Freeport St., Delmont, PA 15626.
        Published on: Sat June 19, 2004

CARBAJAL -- Andrew Lee Carbajal, age 14, a resident of Belen and Los Chavez, passed away in Mexico, on June 10, 2004. Andy is a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. He belonged to Our Lady of Belen Youth Choir and the Belen Middle School Choir. He was going to enter the 9th grade at Belen High in the fall. Andy belonged to Boy Scout troop #108 and achieved many badges and merits. Andy loved wrestling and playing video games with his Dad and friends. His sister was one of his best friends and they were very close. He was a kind, loving person, very compassionate and caring toward others. He was adventurous, daring and just loved to have fun. Andy was very spiritual for being so young and he truly loved the Lord. Andy is survived by his father, Andrew B. Carbajal; his mother, Donna M. Griego; one sister, age 13, Nichole A. Carbajal; his paternal grandparents, Lydia Carbajal, Ray and Dora Carbajal; his maternal grandparents, Daniel and Ann Purnell; aunts, Debbie Graeber and Davina Purnell; uncles Freddie Carbajal, Ray Carbajal, Pat Graeber, and Duane Purnell; great aunts and uncles, Lois Parro, Mildred Johnson, Maria McGrory, Rose McGrory; Gil Parro, Wilbur Purnell, Daniel McGrory, Lupe and Orlando Bustos, Roy and Carmen Sanchez, Emma and Vince Maez, Willie Nelson, Sacarias Sanchez and his wife JoAnn, Desiderio Sanchez and his wife Joyce, Nelda Cordova Joyce Langhorst, Barney Carbajal and his wife Jan, Dick Carbajal and his wife Lois, Corrine Jaramillo; cousins, Jamie, Jenny, Amanda, Daniel, Matthew, Desirae, Christopher, Michael, Brian, James Patrick and many more cousins and friends. Andy is loved by all. Services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church beginning with a visitation on Tuesday, June 15, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. followed by a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A visitation will also be held on Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at 8:30 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass at 9:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Andrew and Freddie Carbajal, Duane and Daniel Purnell, Desirae Benavidez and Bryan Swarthout. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Ortega and Matthew Whitt. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen.
        Published on: Wed June 16, 2004

PADILLA -- Antonia (Tonita) Padilla, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 11, 2004, at the family home surrounded by family after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer. Toni graduated from Loretto Academy in 1945. She then started her long and successful banking career, which encompassed over 40 years. She started at First National Bank of Santa Fe. She also worked at Santa Fe National Bank and was one of the original employees of Capital Bank, under the direction of Ike Kalangis. Toni's career culminated in her becoming vice-president of Sunwest Bank. Toni was an extremely generous woman with her money, contributing thousands of dollars to various charities, particularly those involving hunger and children. Toni was an avid reader, bowler and she loved to gamble. She was a life-long parishioner of Cristo Rey Church and was a member of the Cristo Rey Altar Society and Union Protectiva Femenina. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Cesaria Martinez Rivera and her brother, Jose Reyes Rivera. She was also preceded in death by brothers-in-law Augustine Gallegos, Alfonso LeFebre and Joe Encinias. She is survived by her husband to whom she was married for 56 years, Antonio Jose Padilla and six children; Carmen Carrillo and husband Michael Kuhlewind, children Andrew and Michael Carrillo; Leo Padilla and children Joseph Padilla and wife Teresa Poole, Celina Varela and husband Gene, Tanya, Antonio & Matthew Padilla, Maria Padilla-Enyart and husband Steve, and daughter Lindsay Marisol; Cesaria (Cia) Tapia and children Donna Gurule & husband Mark, Bianca and Steven Barela; Ana Padilla and daughter Marisa Danielson and Carlos A. Padilla and children David, Nicole and Arianne Padilla. She also had seven (7) great-grandchildren, Samantha Gurule, Angelica Padilla, Andres Padilla. Mannie Padilla, Samantha Padilla, Amber Varela and Diego Varela. She is also survived by her brother, Matias Rivera, sister Eloyda Garcia and husband Rudy, and sisters-in-law Zoila Rivera, Rosaura Gallegos of Farmington, NM, Adelina LeFebre and Corrina Encinias. Toni had a great number of friends, relatives and colleagues who loved her and will miss her dearly. A rosary will be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2004 at Cristo Rey Church at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Cristo Rey Church on Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at the National Cemetery. Reception following at Cristo Rey Center. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren. We ask that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Toni's name to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation: PO Box 224523; Dallas, TX 75222.
        Published on: Tue June 15, 2004