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CHAMPAGNE, JANE CLAIR Jane peacefully left this earth on January 31, 2015. She was born on March 3, 1945, in Manhattan, Kansas to Margaret Atkin Champagne and Edward C. Champagne, who preceded her in death. She grew up in Baton Rouge surrounded by lots of relatives. Survivors include the love of her life, Donald C. Stone; her brothers, Jimmy and his wife, Darlene, Billy, and a wide circle of people who cherish the good times they shared with their generous friend Jane. She loved to learn, evidenced by her degrees in English from Louisiana State University, and undergraduate and master degrees in special education from the University of New Mexico, as well as a Master's Degree from Arizona State University in labor relations. She had two accomplished and fulfilling careers as a special education teacher: a year as a Vista teacher in northern New Mexico and as Head Mistress at Brush Ranch, and finally Jane served as a labor relations consultant. Jane was flown by helicopter to the deep sea water rigs operated by Mobil and British Petroleum to consult with their crews. A farewell memorial service will be held Monday, February 23, 2015, 4:00 p.m., at FRENCH Wyoming. The family would like to thank Home Instead and Harmony Home Health and Hospice for their loving care in her final days. Donations in Jane's name may be made to the Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Jane at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Sun February 08, 2015
CHAMPAGNE, JANE CLAIR Jane peacefully left this earth on January 31, 2015. She was born on March 3, 1945, in Manhattan, Kansas to Margaret Atkin Champagne and Charles Champagne, who preceded her in death. She grew up in Baton Rogue surrounded by lots of relatives. Survivors include the love of her life, Donald C. Stone; her brothers, Jimmy and his wife, Darlene, Billy; and a wide circle of people who cherish the good times they shared with their generous friend Jane. She loved to learn, evidenced by her degrees in English from Louisiana State University, and undergraduate and master degrees in special education from the University of New Mexico, as well as a Master's Degree from Arizona State University in labor relations. She had two accomplished and fulfilling careers as a special education teacher: a year as a Vista teacher in northern New Mexico and as Head Mistress at Brush Ranch, and finally Jane served as a labor relations consultant. Jane was flown by helicopter to the deep sea water rigs operated by Mobil and British Petroleum to consult with their crews. A farewell memorial will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank Home Instead and Harmony Home Health and Hospice for their loving care in her final days. Donations in Jane's name may be made to the Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Jane at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Tue February 03, 2015
CROUSE, ROBERT J. Robert J. Crouse passed away peacefully in his Albuquerque home on Jan. 30, 2015. He was 92. Born in 1922 in Marion, Ind., Robert spent his entire youth in the Midwest. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy at age 19, serving as a aviation machinist's mate during World War II. He met the love of his life, Hazel, at a dance hall in Marion, famously driving behind her as she walked home that night, persisting until she agreed to accept a lift. The couple, who married in 1943, raised their five children in Indiana and Maine before an engineering job at Sandia National Laboratories brought Robert and the family to Albuquerque more than 50 years ago. Those who knew Robert rarely found themselves in the company of someone more clever. Well-read and well-traveled, he was always the best "Jeopardy" player in the room. Known for his integrity and fortitude - and an insatiable sweet tooth - he was also incredibly funny. His wit never failed him, even in his final days. Robert liked music and loved a good road trip, but he was never happier than when his home was filled with family, laughter and a delicious dessert. He will be deeply missed. Robert was preceded in death by his eldest son, Donald Crouse; his siblings, Ernest, Gene, Polly and Raymond; and his parents, Errol and Gertrude. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Hazel; children, David Crouse and wife Connie; Carolyn Greathouse and husband, Greg; James Crouse; and Linda Dyer; his daughter-in-law, Lupe Crouse; his 12 grandchildren: Marion, Michael, Gary, Jared, Zac, Neil, Andy, Rachel, Jessica, Ryan, Nathan and Stacey; his 19 great-grandchildren; and countless other loved ones. At his request, there will be no funeral service, but the family will honor his life with a small gathering at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.
Published on: Tue February 03, 2015
BARTON, THELMA JANE Age 86, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, passed away Monday, January 26, 2015. She was born in Brandonville, West Virginia to Lovel and Lena Summers on February 28, 1928. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Floyd, Delbert, Donald and Wayne. She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, William (Bill); daughters, Gail Cooley and husband Jerry and Deborah Davis; sons, William Barton and wife Lu, and Kenneth Barton and wife Michelle; her grandchildren, Erika Vreeland, Kristy Zollner, Nathan Cooley, Shane Davis, Chase Davis, Dustin Davis, Denae Davis, Rusty Barton, Brett Barton, Amory Barton, and Lena Barton; ten great- grandchildren; brothers, Gerald & Larry; sisters, Wilma, Jean and Betty; and many nieces and nephews. Thelma was born a coal miner's daughter. She worked hard but loved life. She relocated to NM in 1952 when Bill went to work for Sandia National Laboratories. She loved to travel, camp, fish and read. She was accomplished at cooking, sewing, knitting, crocheting, gardening and many crafts. She loved family, her pets and doing for others. She was loved by all and will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held Monday, February 9, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming with interment following at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the Red Cross or Heartland Hospice. Please visit our online guestbook for Thelma at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Sun February 01, 2015
PESIKAN, SHARON KAY Sharon Kay Pesikan was called to her eternal home on January 25, 2015 after a valiant battle with cancer and diabetes. She was born in Colorado on March 25, 1940 and spent most of her life in Raton with her husband Myles Pesikan (who preceded her in death) and two children before moving to Albuquerque in 2007. She is survived by her two children, Jon Myles Pesikan and Paula Sure Pesikan, both of Albuquerque; sister Audrey Evans of Albuquerque; three brothers, Dale Good and his wife Wilma of San Diego, California, Rev. Donald Good and wife Larene of Mesa Arizona, and Lloyd Good of Albuquerque; brother-in-law, Bob Brogan of Pennsylvania; her sister-in-law, Christine Mahana of Raton, NM; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Hazel and John Good. Sharon was a godly woman of tremendous faith and will be greatly missed by her loving family and those whose hearts she touched. There will be a memorial service on January 31st at 2 p.m. at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Boulevard Northeast.
Published on: Sat January 31, 2015
SHOULTA, JOHN L. Deacon John L. Shoulta, age 78, of Paducah, KY, formerly of Shelbyville, KY and Albuquerque, NM, passed away at 3:40 p.m. on Monday, January 26, 2015 at Cobden Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Cobden, IL. Deacon Shoulta was a graduate of St. John High School, earned an associate's degree at Paducah Community College and was a graduate of Pastoral Ministry Studies at Spalding University. He was a member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, was ordained as a Deacon of the Catholic Church in August of 1999, and served as Deacon at the Church of the Annunciation in Shelbyville, KY and at St. John Chrysostom in Eminence, KY. He was a retired vice president of sales with Eminence Speaker Co., a member of the Knights of Columbus, a KY Colonel and a U.S. Air Force Veteran. Deacon Shoulta is survived by his wife of 59 years, Joanne Naas Shoulta; four daughters, Carol Baker (Lenny) of Albuquerque, NM; Teresa Bennett (Rob) of Albuquerque, NM; Ellen Anderson (Paul) of Paducah, KY and Lisa Nix (Steve) of Shelbyville, KY; six sons, Steven Shoulta (Pam) of Paducah, KY; Edward Shoulta (Jason Mills) of Norcross, GA; Jerome Shoulta (Suzette) of Warner Robins, GA; Jeffrey Shoulta (Leigh) of Lenexa, KS; Brian Shoulta (Karen)of Greenwood, IN and Eric Shoulta (Alicia) of Alice Springs, Australia; fifteen grandchildren, Scott Earle, Lynn Thompson (Andrew), Tammy Comstock (Ross), Dr. Erin Brumley (Patrick), Sean Bennett (Cynthia), David Shoulta (Lucy), Jonathan Shoulta (Stephanie), Derrick Anderson, Anthony Shoulta, Brandon Shoulta, Andrew Shoulta, Emily Nix, Alexis Shoulta, Joseph Shoulta and Matthew Shoulta; four great-grandchildren, Aiden Frentzel, Sage Comstock, Rebecca Thompson and Cecelia Thompson; three sisters, Theresa Gaydos of Cleveland, OH, Sister Louise Shoulta RSM of Nashville, TN and Susan Hayden of Paducah, KY; two brothers, Michael Shoulta of Paducah, KY and David Shoulta of Dickson, TN; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Patricia Ralph and Judy Wilkerson; four brothers, Frank Shoulta, Cletus Shoulta, Charles Shoulta and Donald Shoulta. His parents were Florian E. and Deva Frances Durbin Shoulta. A funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church with Fr. Brian Roby officiating. Burial will follow at St. John Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2015 at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah. Prayers will be said at 7:30 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to: Purchase Area Parkinson's, 220 Carson Way Paducah, KY 42003 or to Lourdes Hospice, P.O. Box 7100 Paducah, KY. 42002-7100.
Published on: Fri January 30, 2015
FORRESTER, JAMES HAROLD James Harold Forrester, age 86, was a man of true principle. He dedicated his life to hard work and integrity. Harold was born November 9, 1928 in Woodstock, AL and passed away January 25, 2015 in Albuquerque, NM. His parents were Annie Lucille Mitchell-Forrester and Farris James Forrester; his brothers were Calvin and Donald and his sister was Evelyn Forrester Morrow. Harold's family moved to Albuquerque in the 1940s due to his father's tuberculosis. Harold graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1946. He and Gwendolyn Gish-Forrester married in 1948. Harold always said marrying Gwen was "the best decision of his life." He is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn; his son, Jim Forrester and wife Beth Forrester; his daughter, Janet Copenhaver and husband Steven Copenhaver; grandchildren, Julie Copenhaver, Aaron Forrester and wife Sheryl Forrester, Scott Forrester and fiancee Julia Jarrard, Michelle Guilford and husband Spencer Guilford and Leslie Foltz; his great-grandchildren, Alexandria, Ava and Olivia Forrester and Shalyn and Kyan Caudill. Harold began his career as a service tech in the automotive-electronic industry and also worked as a fuel-truck driver. He diligently worked, while married, to obtain his bachelor's and master's degrees. He became an elementary school teacher for APS. His dream in life was to become an FBI agent. He served as an agent in the mid 1960s serving in: Minneapolis, Sioux Falls and Cincinnati. After his service, he returned to Albuquerque to serve as an elementary school principal at APS for 30 years. Many of his students, as adults in later years, would identify him in restaurants and tell him stories of how he changed their lives for the best. Harold enjoyed helping others on their journey. He was a devoted husband of 66 years. He loved his wife, children, country and God. Gospel music was a passion in his life. He enjoyed attending Sagebrush Church every Saturday and loved family gatherings, where he was able to see his kids, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. You could always find Harold around a blazing large fireplace, humming a tune or a beloved hymn. His shoes will never be filled. However, we will always strive to walk in his footsteps. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 30, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH Westside. A Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. A Reception will follow the service. There will be a private interment at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Harold at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH Westside 9300 Golf Course Road NW Albuquerque, NM 87114
Published on: Fri January 30, 2015
PESIKAN, SHARON KAY Sharon Kay Pesikan was called to her eternal home on January 25, 2015 after a valiant battle with cancer and diabetes. She was born in Colorado on March 25, 1940 and spent most of her life in Raton with her husband Myles Pesikan (who preceded her in death) and two children before moving to Albuquerque in 2007. She is survived by her two children, Jon Myles Pesikan and Paula Sure Pesikan, both of Albuquerque; sister Audrey Evans of Albuquerque; three brothers, Dale Good and his wife Wilma of San Diego, California, Rev. Donald Good and wife Larene of Mesa Arizona, and Lloyd Good of Albuquerque; brother-in-law, Bob Brogan of Pennsylvania; her sister-in-law, Christine Mahana of Raton, NM; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Hazel and John Good. Sharon was a godly woman of tremendous faith and will be greatly missed by her loving family and those whose hearts she touched. There will be a memorial service on January 31st at 2 p.m. at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Boulevard Northeast.
Published on: Fri January 30, 2015
EDESKUTY, JEANETTE Age 89, a resident of Los Alamos since 1950, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Edeskuty, Sr.; parents, Alfred and Adelia Bergren and brother, Donald Bergren. Jeanette loved to travel and went all over the world with her beloved husband, Fred. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a passionate home maker and excellent cook. She was an active member of the church and enjoyed skiing all the way into her 70's. She also enjoyed music and loved going to the opera. Jeanette is survived by her daughters, Janet Weigel and husband Paul of Edmond, OK, Sharman Carpenter of Savannah, TX and Dr. Celeste Raffin and husband Ralph of Park City, Utah; son, Fred Edeskuty and wife Brenda of Jemez Springs; five grandsons and 11 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Los Alamos, with a burial to follow at Guaje Pines. The family of Jeanette Edeskuty has entrusted the care of their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-662-2400 www.devargasfuneral.com
Published on: Thu January 29, 2015
FORRESTER, JAMES HAROLD James Harold Forrester, age 86, was a man of true principle. He dedicated his life to hard work and integrity. Harold was born November 9, 1928 in Woodstock, AL and passed away January 25, 2015 in Albuquerque, NM. His parents were Annie Lucille Mitchell-Forrester and Farris James Forrester; his brothers were Calvin and Donald and his sister was Evelyn Forrester Morrow. Harold's family moved to Albuquerque in the 1940s due to his father's tuberculosis. Harold graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1946. He and Gwendolyn Gish-Forrester married in 1948. Harold always said marrying Gwen was "the best decision of his life." He is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn; his son, Jim Forrester and wife Beth Forrester; his daughter, Janet Copenhaver and husband Steven Copenhaver; grandchildren, Julie Copenhaver, Aaron Forrester and wife Sheryl Forrester, Scott Forrester and fiancee Julia Jarrard, Michelle Guilford and husband Spencer Guilford and Leslie Foltz; his great-grandchildren, Alexandria, Ava and Olivia Forrester and Shalyn and Kyan Caudill. Harold began his career as a service tech in the automotive-electronic industry and also worked as a fuel-truck driver. He diligently worked, while married, to obtain his bachelor's and master's degrees. He became an elementary school teacher for APS. His dream in life was to become an FBI agent. He served as an agent in the mid 1960s serving in: Minneapolis, Sioux Falls and Cincinnati. After his service, he returned to Albuquerque to serve as an elementary school principal at APS for 30 years. Many of his students, as adults in later years, would identify him in restaurants and tell him stories of how he changed their lives for the best. Harold enjoyed helping others on their journey. He was a devoted husband of 66 years. He loved his wife, children, country and God. Gospel music was a passion in his life. He enjoyed attending Sagebrush Church every Saturday and loved family gatherings, where he was able to see his kids, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. You could always find Harold around a blazing large fireplace, humming a tune or a beloved hymn. His shoes will never be filled. However, we will always strive to walk in his footsteps. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 30, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH Westside. A Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. A Reception will follow the service. There will be a private interment at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Harold at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH Westside 9300 Golf Course Road NW Albuquerque, NM 87114
Published on: Thu January 29, 2015
