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DIMAS -- John Joseph Dimas, age 64, and a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, February 20, 2007. He honorably served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a lifelong Catholic. John, an outdoor enthusiast, was active with the New Mexico Game Commission and enjoyed wildlife photography. As well, John was active in the State Legislature. He was preceded in death by daughter, Gina Dimas and his parents, Abran and Pauline Dimas. John is survived by his brothers, Abe Dimas Jr., Deacon John Andrew Dimas and wife, Mary Lou; sister, Mary Helen Dimas; numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins; two aunts; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church at 4th and Alameda SW. A Rosary will be recited on Sunday, February 25, 2007 at 4:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, February 26, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. with U.S. Marine Corps Honors. Pallbearers will be Jeffrey Dimas, Nathan Dimas, Nick Dimas, Bobby Dominguez, Larry Maestas, and Paul Benavidez. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Fri February 23, 2007

HUTCHISON -- Floran Hutchison was born July 9, 1908 near Poughkeepsie, AR. He was the youngest of nine children. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Spencer Hutchison and Ruth Adline Ghormley. He started his education in Arkansas but completed his junior and senior year of high school after joining his brother in Newton, NM. He was an outstanding athlete in school and attended Highlands University (then known as New Mexico Normal) on an athletic scholarship where he lettered in three sports for the four years of his undergraduate studies. He received a Bachelor of Arts in 1934 and immediately began teaching and coaching at Solano, NM where he met and married Helen Johnston, the love of his life who has remained his wife for 68 years. He continued his education while teaching and received a Master's Degree from Highlands University in 1931. After teaching at Solano, Farley and Maxwell, he moved to Farmington in 1945 where he joined the Farmington High School faculty as an instructor and coached Football , Basketball and Track until resigning his position as instructor to become Business Manager for Farmington schools. He was not forgotten by his students and players, however. Many of the boys that he taught and coached stayed in touch after leaving Farmington. He was inducted into Farmington High School's Hall of Fame in 1992. He was further recognized five years ago when the Farmington Football Stadium was named Hutchison Stadium in his honor. He was a life member of Animas Lodge # 15, AF&AM, Electa Chapter # 13 OES and BPOE # 1747. He was also a long time member of First United Methodist church. He remained with the schools until his retirement at the age of 60 in 1968. Not content to stay at home, he was employed by Woods Insurance Service for a number of years. After retiring for the second time, he again found work as a real estate broker with Carl Sigmon. He remained with Mr. Sigmon until his family convinced him that it was time to stay at home and tend his garden. He was inducted in Farmington High School's Athletic Hall of Fame in 1992. Hutch, as he is affectionately known by all, is survived by his daughter, Eileen Gerding and husband, Dick; his son, Jerry; grandchildren, Christine Gerding and Elizabeth Clark, David Gerding and wife, Shelly, and Jon Hutchison and wife, Lora; as well as great-grandchildren, Tyler Hutchison, Brittney Hutchison, Ian Gerding, and Benjamin Gerding. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m at Brewer, Lee and Larkin Mortuary, 103 East Ute, Farmington. A Memorial Service is scheduled at First United Methodist Church Saturday, February 24, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Honorary pall bearers at the Service will be Tommy Campbell, Bob Batley, Chester Miscal, Ray Horvath, Robert Horvath, Bob Erwin, Ed Winters, Pete Crowley, Felix Briones, and Tommy Brown. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Hutchison Athletic Scholarship Fund, P. O. Box 1020, Farmington, NM 87499 or to a charity for your choice.
        Published on: Fri February 23, 2007

WILEY -- Willard Charles "Doc" Wiley, Colonel USAF (Ret.), died Saturday, February 17, 2007, in Albuquerque, NM. Doc was born in Fairbury, NE, on June 7, 1921. "Doc" was a one in a million parent, friend, and mentor, enriching the hearts and lives of everyone he touched. His sense of humor, fairness, and kindness will be carried on by so many people and continue his memory as others go through life with the lessons and experiences he gave to them, always helping others to strive to be the very best they could be. We will all miss him very much. As a child, Doc and his parents, Charles Ross and Lucille Bond Wiley, along with sisters, Dorothy and Kay headed for California, but not before stopping to spend several years in Douglas and Casper, WY. After Wyoming, the family relocated to Monrovia, CA where Doc attended Pasadena Junior College. After graduation, Doc went to work for the Douglas Aircraft Company in Long Beach, CA, where he worked throughout WWII as a Procurement Agent under the US Civil Service. His position was that of Government Aircraft Inspector, and his duties included inspecting airplanes coming off of the assembly line that would be used by the military. He had tried on multiple occasions to enter active service but was deferred from the draft because of his status as "an essential wartime worker". This first job of his "adult" life in the world of aviation formed the basis around which the rest of his life would revolve. Joining the Army Air Corps in 1945 Doc attended Officer Candidate School, receiving his commission the following year. He served his country in many foreign locations, including Japan, Turkey, and Germany, as well as extensive duty at Sandia Base in Albuquerque. During his first assignment at Sandia Base in the 1950s, he met and married Helen Marovich and together they had three children: daughters, Roxanne and Pamela, and son, Charles. At the end of his final assignment at Sandia in 1970 Doc retired from the Air Force with the rank of Colonel and resided in Albuquerque the remainder of his life. While in the Air Force, Doc completed his collegiate studies, receiving his Bachelor Degree at Florida State University. Doc was a member of the National Rifle Association and was designated as the Team Captain for the Air Force Rifle Team and competed in the National Rifle Matches at Camp Perry, Ohio. After "retirement", Doc continued his aviation-centered life using his skill, vast aviation knowledge, and training to bring the thrill of flying to many people in the Albuquerque area. He held numerous FAA ratings, including Certified Flight Instructor-Instruments, multi-engine, glider, helicopter, and Air Transport Pilot. He was also endorsed by the FAA as a Senior Parachute Rigger and was a member of the Greater Albuquerque Sport Parachuting (GASP) association. Doc was a member of the Soaring Hall of Fame and had held several records for glider accomplishments including national high altitude and distance records. During the 1970-1980 period, Doc worked for Albuquerque based Rancher's Exploration and Development, which was headed up by the late Maxie Anderson. He served as Chief Pilot for Rancher's and was the Flight Director for all of Maxie's long distance helium balloon efforts, including the Double Eagle I and Double Eagle II flights in 1977 and 1978, with the DEII flight becoming the first successful crossing of the Atlantic Ocean in a balloon. In 1980, he was Flight Director of the first successful Trans America balloon flight, with Maxie and Kris Anderson in the "Kitty Hawk". He was similarly involved with Per Lindstrom and Richard Branson during their history making balloon flight from Japan to Canada. Doc worked with Per during his record setting World High Altitude Hot Air Balloon flights in the 1980s. Doc was preceded in death by his previous wife, Helen M. Wiley, as well as his younger sister, Kay D. Davis. He is survived by his three loving children, Roxanne K. Wiley of Denver, Pamela L. Wiley of Albuquerque, and Charles A. Wiley, currently in the Air Force and stationed at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona; Pamela's son and Doc's beloved only grandchild, Aaron C. Wiley; Charles' fiancee, Susan M. Casto; sister, Dorothy L. Carlson of Arlington, VA; nieces, Joanna L. Carlson-Yohe and Kathleen R. Lunetto; nephew, Robert L. Carlson; and very special and loving friends, Joan Florance, Paul Kuenstler, Tina Resner, and Buddy Rice. He is also survived by his spouse, Joan I. Wiley, who currently resides in Worthington, MN. Services will be held Thursday, February 22, 2007, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions could be considered to: The Air Force Aid Society, Education Fund, Suite 202, 241 18th Street, South Arlington, VA 22022. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu February 22, 2007

DEMAS -- James N. "Jim" Demas, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1951 died on Sunday, February 19, 2007. He is survived by his wife, Louise Demas; sons, James Demas, Jr. and wife, Susan, Tom Demas and wife, Jacque, and Chris Demas and wife, Melissa; step-daughter, Sandra Cooke; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sisters, Connie Beall and Helen Krahling; and numerous other relatives and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his first wife, Elsie Fraley Demas in 1967 and his sister, Catherine. He was born on September 20, 1919 in Washington, D.C. to Nicholas and Rachael Demas. Jim proudly served in WWII in the United States Army as a member of the 70th Infantry Division Trail Blazers. He was employed by Sandia Labs for 30 years, retiring in 1981. A private Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2007 at Fairview Memorial Park followed by a reception at 1:00 p.m. at the home of Chris and Melissa Demas, 8332 Manuel Cia Ct. NE, 797-4337. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jim's name may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed February 21, 2007

SANCHEZ -- Johnny "Dusty" Sanchez, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, has gone home to be with our Lord Saturday, February 17, 2007. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Victoria; daughter, Delia; son, Leroy and wife, Mary Helen; daughter, Jennie; grandson, Gary Lee and wife, Debbie; granddaughter, Alana; and daughter-in-law, Anna. Mr. Sanchez was preceded in death by his mother, Ramona; father, Tony; and son, Al. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE. Cremation will follow services. Pallbearers will be Chris Aguilar, Eddie Gonzales, Peter Miranda, Kenneth Baldonado, Anthony Otero and Greg Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers will be Juan Martinez, Mickey Sanchez and Manuel Enriquez. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed February 21, 2007

SETTLE -- Helen Marie Vancil Settle, born February 8, 1912, in Cape Girardeau, MO to Rolla Arthur and Mary Ellen Davis Vancil, died February 19, 2007, in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by three daughters, Gail Rebecca of Albuquerque, NM, Jeane Elizabeth Strub of Los Alamos, NM, and Dega Marie Patterson and husband, Donald, of Albuquerque, NM; four grandchildren, Tiffany L. and Natalie R. Strub and Brian C. and Scott K. Patterson. She was an R.N. at Lovelace Bataan Hospital. At her request, there will be no public service. Private family observance will be held at a later date. Daniels Family Funeral Services is in charge of cremains. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed February 21, 2007

WILEY -- Willard Charles "Doc" Wiley, Colonel USAF (Ret.), died Saturday, February 17, 2007, in Albuquerque, NM. Doc was born in Fairbury, NE, on June 7, 1921. "Doc" was a one in a million parent, friend, and mentor, enriching the hearts and lives of everyone he touched. His sense of humor, fairness, and kindness will be carried on by so many people and continue his memory as others go through life with the lessons and experiences he gave to them, always helping others to strive to be the very best they could be. We will all miss him very much. As a child, Doc and his parents, Charles Ross and Lucille Bond Wiley, along with sisters, Dorothy and Kay headed for California, but not before stopping to spend several years in Douglas and Casper, WY. After Wyoming, the family relocated to Monrovia, CA where Doc attended Pasadena Junior College. After graduation, Doc went to work for the Douglas Aircraft Company in Long Beach, CA, where he worked throughout WWII as a Procurement Agent under the US Civil Service. His position was that of Government Aircraft Inspector, and his duties included inspecting airplanes coming off of the assembly line that would be used by the military. He had tried on multiple occasions to enter active service but was deferred from the draft because of his status as "an essential wartime worker". This first job of his "adult" life in the world of aviation formed the basis around which the rest of his life would revolve. Joining the Army Air Corps in 1945 Doc attended Officer Candidate School, receiving his commission the following year. He served his country in many foreign locations, including Japan, Turkey, and Germany, as well as extensive duty at Sandia Base in Albuquerque. During his first assignment at Sandia Base in the 1950s, he met and married Helen Marovich and together they had three children: daughters, Roxanne and Pamela, and son, Charles. At the end of his final assignment at Sandia in 1970 Doc retired from the Air Force with the rank of Colonel and resided in Albuquerque the remainder of his life. While in the Air Force, Doc completed his collegiate studies, receiving his Bachelor Degree at Florida State University. Doc was a member of the National Rifle Association and was designated as the Team Captain for the Air Force Rifle Team and competed in the National Rifle Matches at Camp Perry, Ohio. After "retirement", Doc continued his aviation-centered life using his skill, vast aviation knowledge, and training to bring the thrill of flying to many people in the Albuquerque area. He held numerous FAA ratings, including Certified Flight Instructor-Instruments, multi-engine, glider, helicopter, and Air Transport Pilot. He was also endorsed by the FAA as a Senior Parachute Rigger and was a member of the Greater Albuquerque Sport Parachuting (GASP) association. Doc was a member of the Soaring Hall of Fame and had held several records for glider accomplishments including national high altitude and distance records. During the 1970-1980 period, Doc worked for Albuquerque based Rancher's Exploration and Development, which was headed up by the late Maxie Anderson. He served as Chief Pilot for Rancher's and was the Flight Director for all of Maxie's long distance helium balloon efforts, including the Double Eagle I and Double Eagle II flights in 1977 and 1978, with the DEII flight becoming the first successful crossing of the Atlantic Ocean in a balloon. In 1980, he was Flight Director of the first successful Trans America balloon flight, with Maxie and Kris Anderson in the "Kitty Hawk". He was similarly involved with Per Lindstrom and Richard Branson during their history making balloon flight from Japan to Canada. Doc worked with Per during his record setting World High Altitude Hot Air Balloon flights in the 1980s. Doc was preceded in death by his previous wife, Helen M. Wiley, as well as his younger sister, Kay D. Davis. He is survived by his three loving children, Roxanne K. Wiley of Denver, Pamela L. Wiley of Albuquerque, and Charles A. Wiley, currently in the Air Force and stationed at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona; Pamela's son and Doc's beloved only grandchild, Aaron C. Wiley; Charles' fiancee, Susan M. Casto; sister, Dorothy L. Carlson of Arlington, VA; nieces, Joanna L. Carlson-Yohe and Kathleen R. Lunetto; nephew, Robert L. Carlson; and very special and loving friends, Joan Florance, Paul Kuenstler, Tina Resner, and Buddy Rice. He is also survived by his spouse, Joan I. Wiley, who currently resides in Worthington, MN. Services will be held Thursday, February 22, 2007, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions could be considered to: The Air Force Aid Society, Education Fund, Suite 202, 241 18th Street, South Arlington, VA 22022. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Wed February 21, 2007

DEMAS -- James N. "Jim" Demas, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1951 died on Sunday, February 19, 2007. He is survived by his wife, Louise Demas; sons, James Demas, Jr. and wife, Susan, Tom Demas and wife, Jacque, and Chris Demas and wife, Melissa; step-daughter, Sandra Cooke; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sisters, Connie Beall and Helen Krahling; and numerous other relatives and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his first wife, Elsie Fraley Demas in 1967 and his sister, Catherine. He was born on September 20, 1919 in Washington, D.C. to Nicholas and Rachael Demas. Jim proudly served in WWII in the United States Army as a member of the 70th Infantry Division Trail Blazers. He was employed by Sandia Labs for 30 years, retiring in 1981. A private Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2007 at Fairview Memorial Park followed by a reception at 1:00 p.m. at the home of Chris and Melissa Demas, 8332 Manuel Cia Ct. NE, 797-4337. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jim's name may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Tue February 20, 2007

SANCHEZ -- Johnny "Dusty" Sanchez, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, has gone home to be with our Lord Saturday, February 17, 2007. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Victoria; daughter, Delia; son, Leroy and wife, Mary Helen; daughter, Jennie; grandson, Gary Lee and wife, Debbie; granddaughter, Alana; and daughter-in-law, Anna. Mr. Sanchez was preceded in death by his mother, Ramona; father, Tony; and son, Al. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE. Cremation will follow services. Pallbearers will be Chris Aguilar, Eddie Gonzales, Peter Miranda, Kenneth Baldonado, Anthony Otero and Greg Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers will be Juan Martinez, Mickey Sanchez and Manuel Enriquez. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Tue February 20, 2007

MORENO -- Melchor "Johnny" Moreno, 73, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2007 surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Candelaria "Candy"; son, Alex Salazar Jr. and wife, Helen, of Albuquerque; daughter, Viola Gutierrez and husband, Bert, of Houston, TX; brother, Julian Moreno of Albuquerque; sister, Reyna Moreno of Santa Ana, CA; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and friends, including a special niece, Regina Moreno. Prayer Service will be held Sunday, February 18, 2007, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Services will be held Monday, February 19, 2007, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Brother Richard Mansfield and Pedro Moreno officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Johnny will be dearly missed by his loving family and friends. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sun February 18, 2007