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SAILER -- William Edgar Sailer (June 14, 1935 - October 12, 2009) William E. (Bill) Sailer passed away Monday, October 12, 2009, at Plains Regional Hospital in Clovis, NM. He was born June 14, 1935, in Paoli, Indiana to Earl Grant and Helen Pauline Sprinkle Sailer. He attended Bob Jones University and graduated from Indiana State University with a BS in Education, cum laude. He earned an MA from the University of New Mexico in Educational Administration and an Ed. D. from New Mexico State University in Educational Administration. His scholastic organization memberships included: Phi Delta Kappa, Kappa Delta Pi, Phi Kappa Phi, Pi Omega Pi, and Pi Gamma Mu. His career in Education included teaching at Paoli HS, Grants HS and Mayfield HS in Las Cruces. He served as Asst. Principal at Mayfield HS and Principal at Hatch HS, Hatch, NM. He served as a Professor at Sul Ross University, Asst. State Supervisor for Vocational Office Education for the NM Dept of Education, Vice President for Academic and Vocational Studies at New Mexico Technical Vocational School at El Rito, NM and Associate Provost for Instruction at NMSU Grants Branch, 1977 to 1986. He was the Provost at NMSU, Grants Branch from 1986 to his retirement in 1993. His Professional organizations included: College Representative to the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, New Mexico Commission on Higher Education; New Mexico Association of Community, Junior and Technical Colleges; state board member of the National Council for Two Year Colleges of Four Year Universities. His community service included: Elder at First Presbyterian Church, Grants; officer on Cibola Arts Council, officer of Grants Chamber of Commerce, member of the Masonic Lodge and York Rite Shrine, Grants BPOE Lodge, and many other service groups. Bill Sailer's greatest achievements were his son and daughter, whom he raised to be upstanding and compassionate people. His daughter, Traci, is a nurse and fosters rescued animals. He loved her gentle heart. His son, Jason, is an accomplished artist and works with handicapped children in the APS special education program. He made his Dad proud. Bill enjoyed his grandson, Jacob and all of his step-grandchildren. Papaw, Papa Doc, Pops, they loved him. He was a loved and valued mentor to his step-sons, who learned how to parent from him. Bill also enjoyed going back to Paoli to visit his brother, Don, and his family and all of his old childhood haunts. Dr. Sailer was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Evangeline; and nephew Donovan L. Sailer. He is survived by his wife Karolyn K. Sailer; son Jason Earl Sailer and wife Bethe of Albuquerque, NM; daughter Traci Lee Sailer of Albuquerque; brother Donovan E. Sailer and wife Mary Kay, Paoli, Indiana; grandson Jacob William Sailer, of Albquerque, NM; and his former wife Mona L. Sailer, Paoli, Indiana. He is also survived by step-sons: Charles McEuen, Clayton, NM, Keith McEuen and wife Brittany of Grand Prairie, Texas; Step-grandchildren include: Zachary C. Maciejewski, Alexandra E.Maciejewski; Megan, Ian, Ellie, Lauren, and Mia McEuen. Cremation has taken place and interment will be in the Spring in Paoli, Indiana. A Memorial service is planned at NMSU Grants, New Mexico at a later date. Arrangements are by Muffley Funeral Home, Inc. (575) 762-4435 www.muffleyfuneralhome.com.
        Published on: Wed October 21, 2009

TRUSSELL -- Barbara Trussell, 61, born August 18, 1948 in Sidney, New York died at her home in Los Lunas, NM on Sunday, October 18, 2009. Her 18 year battle with breast cancer ended while surrounded by family, friends and the things she loved. Barbara moved to El Paso, TX in 1959 where she met her eventual life partner Lieutenant Larry Trussell. She married Larry November 12, 1969 and they remained inseparable for 39 years. Barbara was a longtime employee of the Albuquerque Academy Library where she enjoyed being surrounded by students and helping them prepare to succeed in life. Barbara is the daughter of Grace and Charles Fletcher, wife to Larry Trussell, mother to Travis Trussell and sister to Betty Jean DeWitt, Dale Fletcher and Danny Fletcher. To everyone else she was a devoted friend, creator of mirth, lover of animals and seeker of the sun. Her indomitable spirit left its imprint on all those who were fortunate enough to come in contact with her. Her zeal for life is evidence in the fact it took this disease 18 years to overcome her body but it never took her spirit. She leaves a legacy for all to follow and a lesson for each to learn; her strength lied solely in her tenacity and her faith bound by those around her. A memorial service will be held Friday, October 23, 2009, 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Albuquerque Academy Library Fund, 6400 Wyoming Blvd. NE, 87109. Please visit our online guestbook for Barbara at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Wed October 21, 2009

CHAVEZ -- Tim Juan Chavez, 64 A resident of Tijeras, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2009. Tim was born January 5, 1945 in Tucumcari, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents, Selzo and Filomena Chavez; one brother Charles Chavez; and one sister Pauline Martinez. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Helen Chavez; sons Tony Chavez and Charles Chavez; daughters Melissa Vasquez and husband Chris Vasquez, Andrea Perea and husband Raul Perea; and 15 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; Brothers Julio Chavez, Reyes Chavez, David Chavez, and James Chavez. Sisters Joyce Chavez and Judy Chavez. Rosary Services will be held Monday October 19, 2009 at the Holy Child Parrish in Tijeras New Mexico at 7:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held Tuesday October 20, 2009 at the San Antonito Mission Church in Sandia Park, New Mexico at 10:00 a.m. His Final resting place will be at the San Antonito Cemetery immediately following the funeral Mass. Pallbearers will be Tony Chavez, Charles Chavez, Reyes Chavez, Mark LePore, Raul Perea, and Chris Vasquez. Honory Pallbearers will be Julio Chavez, Davis Chavez, James Chavez, and Alfred Lopez. Tim was a loving husband, father and brother and very dedicated to his profession. He cared greatly for his clientele and will be greatly missed. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
        Published on: Sun October 18, 2009

HENDREN -- Philip Paul Hendren 1940-2009 Philip Paul Hendren, age 69, a resident of Belen, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2009. Phil retired in 2002 from TVI, having also worked for the APD Corrections office for thirteen plus years. He enjoyed the outdoors and his family. Phil was a great mentor to his family and instilled many values in his children, family and everyone around him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lucien and Romancita Hendren. Phil is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia Hendren; children, Philip II, Chris and his wife Stephanie, Monica Rawson and Alan Baca; grandchildren, Justin, Joshua and Krista Hendren, Kyleigh, Nicole, and Charles (Buddy) Rawson; siblings, Rev. Lucian Hendren, Elizabeth Hendren, Katherine Schmucker and her husband Art, Bert and his wife Rose Lee, Larry and his wife Kathy, Rita Feigl and her husband Tom. He is also survived by his beloved nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A viewing will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Riverside Funeral Home, followed by a rosary at 6:00 p.m. recited by Deacon Rudy Baca officiating. A funeral mass will take place on Monday, October 19, 2009 at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with Father Bijoy Francis officiating. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Phil's family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Michael Gavin hospice angel of a nurse, Zandra Rise. Arrangements are being handled by Riverside Funeral Home of Belen, 418 W Reinken Ave. An online guest register is available at www.riversideofbelen.com
        Published on: Sun October 18, 2009

MILLER -- Jo Ann Miller, 73 born July 29, 1936, passed away October 11, 2009. She was a sister, devoted mother, loving grandmother and great-grandmother. She was born in Lee County, Virginia. Grandma Jo moved to New Mexico from Indiana in 1959. She retired from US West, (Mountain Bell) after 32 years. She continued to work part time at JC Penney's and was hitting her 23rd year. She was a dedicated member of the Order of the Eastern Star (Turquoise Chapter of Rio Rancho and Dual Membership of Adah Chapter of Albuq.) and also was Pr. Banker of Yucca Temple, Daughters of the Nile. She dedicated most of her time to these non-profit organizations. In her very little spare time she loved to read and make her beautiful Afghans. Jo Ann is survived by her only child, Jay D. and his wife Cavell Ann; her grandson Corey J.; and Granddaughter Tammra R.; and her two great-grandsons Alex V. and Blake R.; her sister Evelyn Trammell; and many nieces and nephews of Indiana; her brother Ralph and his wife Pattie; and niece, Deanna Kimberling. She was preceded in death by her mother, Stella; and stepfather Charles Oursler; her two brothers John B. (Jay) and Gayle, whom she loved and missed very much. She now is at peace and no longer suffers. We love you and miss you Grandma Jo. If you wish in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grand Chapter of NM, Benevolent fund. Attention: Grand Secretary, 1602 S. Saddler St., Deming NM 88030-6113. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. A Memorial to celebrate her life will be held October 23, 2009 at Temple 6 (Masonic Lodge) 3801 Osuna NE, Albuquerque, NM at 4:00 pm.
        Published on: Sun October 18, 2009

TANG -- Michelle Duesterhaus Tang, 31, of Herndon, Virginia, formerly of Albuquerque and Quincy, IL died Saturday October 10, 2009 in her home after a lengthy battle with leukemia. She was born on November 9, 1977, in Quincy, IL to Robert E. and Judy Peter Duesterhaus. On June 17, 2006, she married Jason David Tang in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Michelle was a 1996 graduate of Quincy Notre Dame High School where she was honored as the class Salutatorian. As a teenager she was active in 4-H and also showed horses at local shows. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Mechanics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in May 2000 as well as her Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering in December, 2001. She was employed at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as a Research Engineer from August, 2001 until March, 2008, when she left work due to her illness. She is survived by her husband; her parents; three brothers, Alan Duesterhaus (Laurie) of Ursa, IL, Brian Duesterhaus (Peggy) of Mendon, IL, Bruce Duesterhaus (Angela) of Fowler, IL; two sisters, Karen (Jim) Schuering of St. Louis, MO, Jane (Joe) Frazier of St. Charles, MO. She is survived by eleven nieces and nephews, Eric and Ethan Duesterhaus, Sarah, Matthew, and Nicole Duesterhaus, Steven, Kelly, and Kate Schuering, Justin Hollensteiner, Megan and Cole Duesterhaus; Michelle;s in-laws, Jack and Ruth Tang of Naperville, IL; and two brothers-in-law Alex (Jennifer) Tang of Chicago, IL and Brian Tang of Arlington, VA; she is survived by two step-nephews, Joey (Courtney) Frazier, and Nathan Frazier; and one great step-nephew, Zane Frazier. Also surviving are numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Cyril Duesterhaus, Edith Duesterhaus Costigan, Paul and Ruth Peter. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2009 9:30am at St. Francis Catholic Church in Quincy, IL, with burial in Calvary Cemetery in Quincy, IL. Memorials are suggested to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Duker & Haugh Funeral Home823 Broadway, Quincy, IL 62301 in charge of the arrangements. www.dukerandhaugh.com
        Published on: Sat October 17, 2009

DONIVAN -- Henry Charles ("Charlie") Donivan passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, October 6, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Flora, in 2004. Born in Pine Hill, NY on March 25, 1918, Charlie was an aerospace pioneer whose career started in 1947 in Ft. Bliss, TX working with Wernher von Braun on the German V series rockets brought over from Germany after WWII. He then worked on the Redstone missile project at White Sands Missile Range. Later he joined the Apollo Mission at the Manned Spacecraft Center in Clear Lake City, TX where he tested the lunar module engines in preparation for the lunar landing. He retired some time after Neil Armstrong walked on the moon. An avid fly fisherman, he could pluck fish out of streams that most would think impossible. He loved the outdoors until his age wouldn't permit the exertion anymore. Charlie was much loved by all and shall be sorely missed. Mr. Donivan is survived by his five children, Junith (Larry), David, Stephen(Mary), John (Jo-Ann) and Robert(Shirley); four grandchildren, Michelle, Michael (Lisa), Steve, Nick and three great-grandchildren, BreAnna, Sean and Reid. The family would like to thank his care-giver, Bernard Tolentino, whose gentle help made it possible for Charlie to remain in his home until his final days. There will be a private celebration of his life on Sunday, October 18, 2009. Call David Donivan at 505 697-9179 for details.
        Published on: Fri October 16, 2009

LUNDY -- Daniel Lee Lundy, 63 passed away on October 10, 2009. Born in Artesia, New Mexico on March 8, 1946, he was the son of Earl J. and Carmen (Norman) Lundy. Mr. Lundy was a retired Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department Captain; and a member of the Moose Lodge No. 2050 in TorC. He is survived by his two daughters, Bonnie Williams and Judy Lundy both of Amarillo, TX; two sons, Larry Lundy of Tucumcari, NM and Robert Lundy of Moriarity, NM; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; by his brother, Larry Lundy of Edgewood, NM; by a step-son, Ian Leonard and step-daughter, Trina Polkey. Cremation will take place and Inurnment will be held on October 15, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. in the Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery, with Charles McMath officiating. A reception will be held at 11:00 a.m. following the Graveside Service at the TorC Moose Lodge (202 Smith Street). Arrangements are by Kirikos Family Funeral Home, Inc. & Sierra Crematory, LLC, 303 N. Cedar St.
        Published on: Tue October 13, 2009

DONIVAN -- Henry Charles ("Charlie") Donivan passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, October 6, 2009. His death was preceded by his wife's, Flora. Born in New York on March 25, 1918, Charlie was a pioneer of the manned space program, beginning with the V-2's brought over from Germany after the war, and then on to the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo space programs as an aeronautics engineer. He retired some time after Neil Armstrong walked on the moon. An avid fly fisherman, he could pluck fish out of streams that most would think impossible. He loved the outdoors until his age wouldn't permit the exertion anymore. Charlie was much loved by all and shall be sorely missed. Mr. Donivan is survived by his five children, Junith (Larry), David, Stephen(Mary), John (Jo-Ann) and Robert(Shirley); Also four grandchildren, Michelle, Michael (Lisa), Steve, Nick; and three great-grandchildren, Misty, Sean and Reid. There will be a private celebration of his life on Sunday, October 18, 2009. Call David Donivan at 505 697-9179 for details.
        Published on: Sun October 11, 2009

LINDBERG -- Betty Ruth Lindberg (Lindenberger), 91 retired bookkeeper, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2009. She is survived by her sons Thomas (Carol) Lindberg of Wichita, KS, Richard (Rita) Lindberg of Albuquerque, NM, and daughter Norma Faye James of Austin, TX; ten grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents Charles and Beulah Lindenberger; brother John Lindenberger; and sisters Mary Alice Applegate and Babara Mosier. Betty was a 67 year member of the I.O.O.F and Rebekah's, a past Noble Grand; a Past President of the Rebekah Assembly of NM and a long time musician of the lodge. Memorial services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 17, 2009 at the Paradise Hills United Methodist Church.
        Published on: Sun October 11, 2009