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WALLACE -- William Herbert, Jr. (Bill) passed away at Manzano Del Sol Health Care Center on December 29, 2008. Bill was born in Kansas City, Missouri in 1918. He attended Michigan State University from 1937 to 1941. While in East Lansing he met fellow student Mary Ellen Bailey. They married in 1941. After graduating with a bachelor of science degree in chemistry, Bill began his 37-year career with the Upjohn Company in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In 1942, Bill enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving as Captain, 288th Field Artillery, during World War II. Bill had four persistent passions in his life family, fine art photography, travel and public service. Bill and Mary Ellen started their family in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where they had three sons Bill (William C.), Craig and Ralph. His passion for his family is well documented in thousands of photos. His passion for fine art photography is well documented in his photos of the world's most dramatic landscapes; many of these photos are now placed in celebrated art centers. Bill's love of natural beauty knew no borders. His photographic-travel destinations included Tibet, China, Russia, Indonesia, and Iceland. Back home, he explored all 50 states, often with his sons. Not an idle admirer, Bill also had passion for the greater good and health of his community, serving ten years on the board of education in Comstock, Michigan; 20 years on the board of the Kalamazoo Intermediate School District; and on the Comstock (Michigan) Zoning Board of Appeals as well as the Comstock Library board. In the early 1990s, Bill was recognized by a joint resolution of the Michigan State Legislature, signed by the Governor. On September 11, 1989, Bill's wife and one true love, Mary Ellen, passed away. In 1993 he moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico to join his sons and their families. He is survived by William C. Wallace and Mary Conrad; their sons Ryan and Matthias and daughter Rebecca; Craig S. Wallace and Trudy Wallace; and Ralph B. Wallace and Brenda Wallace; all of Albuquerque, New Mexico. A Memorial Service and reception will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Manzano Del Sol Chapel, 5201 Roma Avenue NE. The family requests that instead of flowers, donations be made in the name of William H. Wallace to the Roadrunner Food Bank or Manzano Del Sol.
        Published on: Sat January 03, 2009

WILLIAMSON -- Theresa Elaine Durler Williamson, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1961, passed away Monday, December 29, 2008. With the love, care and support of her husband of 57 years she fought a long and valiant battle with cancer. Her strength and resiliency was an inspiration to her family and all who knew her. She is survived by her husband Charles "Chuck" Williamson; children, John Walter Williamson and wife Susan, Rebecca Williamson/Monette and husband John, Charles Michael Williamson and wife Debra, Debora Lea Williamson/Griffin and husband Bill; grandchildren Christopher and Mikal Monette, Kevin and Caitlin Williamson, and Kayla and Kyle Williamson; sister Mary Ann Jacobson; niece Sharen Durler Pflughoeft; nephews Stanley, Steven and Michael Durler, Paul Jacobson and numerous other relatives and friends. Theresa was preceded in death by her parents John and Marguerite Durler; brother John Durler; and sister Peggy Higgins. She married Charles J. Williamson in 1951 and lived in Los Alamos, NM before moving to Albuquerque. She worked for Mountain Bell for 41 years until her retirement in 1993 as an assignment engineer. She was a member of the Pioneers retirement group. Her true love in life was her grandchildren. Theresa enjoyed following their athletic and academic achievements. She was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Prayer Service will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Monday, January 5, 2009, 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the United Way of Central New Mexico, 2340 Alamo Avenue SE, Albuquerque, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Theresa at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Sat January 03, 2009

CAMPBELL -- Charlene Janet Mann Campbell, 73, a lifelong resident of Corrales, NM, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at home. She is survived by her children; Sean Charles Campbell, Shannan K. Usiak and husband Wayne, Robert Cortney Campbell, Colin Mann Campbell and wife Elizabeth; her precious grandchildren, Ryan and Christopher Campbell, Holly and Kyle Usiak, and Tyler and Aubry Campbell; her sisters, Ruby Martin, Eva Timmons, June Longenbaugh, Katherine Huxel, and Dorothy Boykin. Many caring nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors and her special cat, Donnie, also survive her. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Mann Jr.; mother, Beulah Mann; sister Betty Howard; and brother James Mann. She was devoted to her family and was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and aunt. She will be deeply missed by many. She loved being outdoors taking care of her farm, cows, and beautiful roses. A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2009, at 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary Westside Chapel, with Dale Coffing, officiating. Ennichement will follow at the Centennial Urn Garden at Sunset Memorial Park. Her family would like to thank all the kind and compassionate people that touched her life, including Dr. Barbara McAneny, Dr. Bryan Goss, and the entire staff of the New Mexico Cancer Center, her special caregivers, Addie, Georgia, Joni, Mary, Melinda, Christine, Edie, Denise, Paulina, Loretta, and her nurse Ann. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation, 4901 Lang Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, or Carrie Tingley Hospital, 700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Bldg. #2, Suite 204, Albuquerque, NM 87102-2568. Please visit our online guest book for Charlene at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Fri January 02, 2009

CESARZ -- Alexander Cesarz, 91, a resident of Albuquerque died Tuesday, December 30, 2008. He is survived by sons, Alexander Cesarz II and wife Kathleen of Albuquerque, Gary Cesarz and wife Kathleen of Cape Girardeau, MO, and Roger Cesarz and wife Felice of Albuquerque; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. He served with the US Army, 32nd Infantry Brigade, Red Arrow Division in WWII. Alexander lived in Japan and the Philippines for over 25 years and returned to Albuquerque in 1982. Rosary will be recited on Friday, January 2, 2009, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Saturday, January 3, 2009, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Cremation will follow and interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Cesarz at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Fri January 02, 2009

COOK -- Richard A. Cook, 89, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years Juanita; two sons Mark Cook and his wife Rose and Nile Cook and his wife Joan; grandchildren Sheri Weber and her husband Fernando, Scot Cook and his wife Stephanie, Cheryl Crusan and her husband Charlie and Michelle Cook; great-grandchildren Brittany, Kayla, and Amber Weber and Alexia and Dominic Cook; brother J. Wilmer Cook and three sisters Clarice Colbert, Carol Appleget and Joann Pitch. Richard was preceded in death by his parents John and Pearl Cook; brother Fredrick Cook and two sisters Ruth Appleget and Wanda Beasley. He spent most of his life farming in Iowa and continued his love for the outdoors with his lawn care service in Albuquerque. Richard will always be remembered as an honest, hardworking and devoted family man, grandfather, friend and storyteller. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 2, 2009 at French Mortuary, Lomas location. Interment will take place in Sigourney, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Kirtland Federal Credit Union, Gibson Branch, c/o Holly Humphrey Chavez for Richard A. Cook. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Cook at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Fri January 02, 2009

GARCIA -- Maxine S. Garcia, 64, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on December 29, 2008. Mrs. Garcia is survived by her loving husband of 39 years Mr. John G. Garcia; her children Lupe Velasco and husband, Cesar, and Emilia Garcia; her sister Gloria Zamora; her brother, Rudy Suarez; grandchildren, Nathan Garcia, Lanette Garcia, and Anna Velasco; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Garcia was preceded in death by her parents, Lucio and Lupe Suarez; her son, John Garcia; sister, Margaret Baca; and brother, Julian Suarez. Visitation will be Friday, January 2, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Dorothy and Lorraine. Final visitation will be Saturday, January 3, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Franciscan Friar, presider. Interment of cremains will take place at a later date at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Arrangments by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Fri January 02, 2009

GOMEZ -- Donna Belle (Churchill) Gomez, 75, a resident of Albuquerque, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 28, 2008. Donna was born January 16, 1933 the daughter of Donald B. and Margaret (Belner) Churchill in Toledo, Ohio. She lived most of her life in New Mexico. Donna was well known and loved by all who knew her. She was a manager and trainer for Circle K for 33 years, receiving many awards and recognition for achievements. She spent the last nine years employed by Walgreens at 12th Street NW as a card expert and Hallmark representative. Donna is survived by her husband of 60 years, Julian Gomez; daughter, Deborah Lee Gomez-Leyba and sons, Victor, Frank, Andy, Donald, Jeffery, Daniel and their families. She also had 42 grandchildren that spanned three generations. A Memorial Service will be held for Donna on Friday, January 2, 2009 at 12:00 Noon in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd., Albuquerque. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Cremation has taken place. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Fri January 02, 2009

HIBNER -- Donald Arthur Hibner, 93, of McIntosh, NM passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM with his loving family beside him. Donald was born on May 12, 1915 to Alvin Clarence and Nora Rachel (Vanderford) Hibner in Estancia, NM. He married Lucille Morris on July 14, 1941 in Albuquerque, NM and she preceded him in death on August 1, 2004. Donald was a member of the American Legion, the Farm Bureau and the Dairyman's Association. Donald was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers, Clarence Hibner, Kenneth Hibner, Wilmer Hibner, Melvin Hibner, Robert Hibner; and sister, Velma Scott. He is survived by sons, Donald "Buddy" Hibner and wife Amy of Springer, NM; Ron Hibner and wife Molly of McIntosh, NM; daughters, Janet Douglas and husband Charles of Estancia, NM; Marilyn Hoyt and husband Floyd of Brighton, CO; Pat Coad and husband Jim of Albuquerque, NM; Diane Schwebach and husband Michael of Cedar Hill, NM; brother, Glen Hibner and wife Julie of Cottage Grove, OR; sister, Margie Artman and husband W.C. of Estancia, NM; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Estancia Church of Christ. Ministers Floyd Robertson and Johnny Moore will be officiating. Donald was loved by many and will be greatly missed. Arrangements entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary "Our Family Serving Your Family" (505) 832-6130 www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
        Published on: Fri January 02, 2009

HUMBLE -- Ivan Neal Humble, 85, long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, December 29, 2008. He was born April 2, 1923 in Sawyer, KS. Neal graduated from Kansas State University. He served his country in the US Navy Submarine Service during both WWII and the Korean Conflict. Neal retired from Sandia National Labs. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years LaVerna Jean; daughter Debra Wedemeyer and husband William L.; Grandchildren William M. Wedemeyer and wife Christy, Kimberly Hill and husband Dan, Audra Iversen and Aaron Wedemeyer; great grandchildren Erin Hill, Clayton Hill and Elijah Iversen; brother Irvin Humble and sister Donna Humble. Neal was preceded in death by his parents Leslie and Ruby Humble; son Michael Humble and his brother Gail. Friends and family may visit French Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE, Saturday, January 3, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Funeral service will be held Sunday, January 4, 2009, 3:00 p.m. French Lomas Chapel. Burial will be in Sawyer, Kansas. Please visit our online guestbook for Ivan at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Fri January 02, 2009

LANES -- Roy Lanes, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, passed into the Lord's embrace on Friday December 26, 2008. He is survived by his beloved wife Grace, daughter Pamela, sons Larry and his wife Lori, Kurt and his wife Diana, Richard and his wife Lyla, Chris and his wife Heidi, Karl and his wife Gayle; grandchildren Sarah, Jennifer, Heather, Nicholas, Noah, Adrian, Andre, Kenneth and Melissa; and great-granddaughter Delaney. Preceding him in death are his grandchildren Kimberly and Alex. Born in Anaconda, MT on September 14, 1926, Roy graduated Anaconda High School, Anaconda, MT Class of 1943. Roy worked for the Northern Pacific Railroad building and repairing lines in Montana in 1943. Roy joined the Navy in October 1943, becoming a Radar Specialist. Serving in WWII in the Pacific, Roy saw action in the battle of Okinawa where he narrowly escaped death when his ship, the USS Stormes, was struck by a kamikaze plane. He later served as an Ensign aboard the carrier USS Franklin D Roosevelt, and ended his first service commitment in 1947. Roy returned to active duty with the Navy in 1950 to serve in the Korean War, was stationed in Astoria, Oregon as a Radar Operator Instructor and re-commissioning mothballed ships, and was honorably discharged in 1953. Roy and Grace were united in marriage on August 11, 1951. After the war, Roy attended the University of Washington graduating with a BSEE in 1956. Roy came to Albuquerque in 1956 as an engineer at Sandia National Labs. After 36 years working on reentry systems and missile defense, Roy retired from Sandia in 1992 as a Distinguished Member of the Technical Staff. Roy loved his family, and was a faithful member of Faith Lutheran Church. He was the consummate provider where no sacrifice was too great. Roy loved his country, was a patriot, and was always seeking to help those less fortunate. Roy will be remembered for his intelligence, kindness, independence, patience, wit, and amiability. The family wishes to express their gratitude for the excellent care and treatment Roy received while in the Adult Intensive Care at Presbyterian Hospital. The staff's kindness, compassion, and understanding helped us during this difficult period. Funeral Services will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Friends may provide flowers, or memorial donations can be made to Faith Lutheran Church. Please visit our online guestbook for Roy at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Fri January 02, 2009