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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: Thu January 01, 2009

BANGS -- Billie Bangs, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1992, died Sunday, December 21, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 55 years Bill Bangs; children Nancy Bangs and husband Mark Burdge, Jim Bangs and wife Debbie, Jennifer Cheplick and husband Mark; grandchildren Colin Burdge, David Bangs, Kyle Bangs, Matthew Bangs, Evelyn Bangs, Anna Cheplick, Polly Cheplick, and Melanie Cheplick. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be Friday, January 2, 2008, 1:00 p.m., at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 9315 Candelaria Rd NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Mrs. Bangs at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

BAROS -- Isabelle Baros, 85, passed away December 27, 2008. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Arrangements have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

CRAWLEY -- Rita Sue Crawley, age 64, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2008. She was born on December 17, 1944 in Eldorado, AR to J.E. and Artie Pinckard. Sue was a former member of The Word of Faith Church in Albuquerque where she played the piano for services. She was a dedicated mother and grandmother. Surviving are her son, William Crawley Jr. and his wife, Kelli of Albuquerque; her grandchildren, B.J., Sarah, Rebekah and Mary; her mother, Artie Pinckard of Albuquerque; father of her son, William Crawley Sr. of Albuquerque; one sister, Beth Hensley and her husband, Don of Albuquerque and one brother, James Pinckard and his wife, Vionna of Las Cruces, NM; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, J.E. Pinckard in 1993. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, December 31, 2008, at 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday, December 30, 2008, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. For those who desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of New Mexico, 2625 Pennsylvania NE, Suite 225, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Rita at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

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: Wed December 31, 2008

GONZALES -- Elvira Mercedes Gonzales, 76, of Punta de Agua, NM passed away on Monday, December 29, 2008 at her home with her loving family beside her. Elvira was born on May 18, 1932 to Jose Antonio and Juanita (Vallejos) Torres in Progresso, NM. Elvira married Toby G. Gonzales on November 20, 1948 in Torreon, NM and he preceded her in death on December 28, 2008. Elvira established the St. Vincent de Paul Society of the St. Alice Catholic Church, and served as the first president and was an active member until her health prohibited her from doing so. She received her GED in the summer of 1987. She was a CCD teacher for many years. She was a school bus driver for the Mountainair Public School until she retired in 1994. Elvira and her husband were Mayodormos for the St. Vincent de Paul church for many years. Elvira was a very loving, caring, and dedicated individual in her community. Elvira was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sister, Teresa Sanchez. She is survived by her sons, Charles Gonzales and wife Stella of Alamogordo, NM; Marshall Gonzales and wife Martha of Albuquerque, NM; Norm Gonzales and wife Frances of Punta de Agua, NM; Michael Parson of Prescott, AZ; daughters, Rachel Mason of Lancaster, CA; Frances Candelaria and husband Mario of Albuquerque, NM; Mary Ann Velasquez and husband Ernest of Albuquerque, NM; Clare Lopez and husband Guy of Black Lake, NM; Lisa Gonzales of Albuquerque, NM; brothers, Fermin Torres; Eloy Torres; and brother-in-law, Frank Gonzales; sister, Mary Abeyta; 13 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. A rosary will be recited on Thursday, January 1, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Alice Catholic Church in Mountainair, NM. A Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 2, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Alice Catholic Church in Mountainair, NM. Father Ron Stone will be Officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery in Punta de Agua, NM. Pallbearers will be Manuel Quintana, Florentino Torres, Polinario Chaves, Gregorio Vallejos, Vivian Sanchez, and Leo Vallejos. Honorary pallbearers will be all of Elvira's grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made St. Vincent de Paul Society, PO Box 208, Mountainair, NM 87036. Arrangements entrusted to: Harris-Hanlon Mortuary "Our Family Serving Your Family" (505) 847-2331 www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

GUFFEY -- Mary S. Guffey, 75, passed away peacefully Friday, December 26, 2008 in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Mary was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 14, 1933 to James and Mary Bavester. Although she was born in Illinois, she soon sprouted her wings and traveled the world. Along the way she lived in Alaska, Germany, and Oklahoma before finally settling in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1969. Mary was a strong, outspoken, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend to all. She had a never ending thirst for knowledge that she used to help improve her community and was always the first to lend a helping hand. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Bruce on December 2, 2008. She is survived by her one sister; two brothers; eight children; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Mary was one of a kind and she will truly be missed by all who loved her. A Memorial Service will take place at 4:00 p.m., on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at French Mortuary Westside Chapel with a reception to follow. Please visit our on-line guest book for Mary at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

HUDSON -- Kurt E. Hudson, beloved father, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly December 26, 2008 at Lovelace Hospital. A longtime local resident, Kurt had many friends and family members in the area. He graduated from the Albuquerque Academy in 1972, and served as a U.S. Army photographer in Alabama before returning here. He graduated from the University of New Mexico with a political science degree, and later supervised a chain of gas stations for Texaco and Chevron. At the time of his death, he was working with eTelecare in support of AT&T. Kurt was an accomplished photographer and a well-read student of life. He was a dedicated father, friend and brother with the proverbial heart of gold, and he committed small acts of kindness as a daily practice. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Center for Spiritual Living at 2801 Louisiana Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM. A reception will follow in the church hall. He is survived by his daughter, Shannon Swan Hudson and son, Connor Robert Hudson, both of Albuquerque; and his best friend for life, Jule Larsen. Other survivors include his mother, Janet Hudson, formerly of Albuquerque and now of Visalia, CA; three sisters, Lynn Hudson Kopola of Tampa, FL Kymry Hudson of Visalia, CA, and Tracy Hudson Cohen of Portland, OR; and three brothers, Brent Hudson of Portland, Ore., Jon Hudson of Albuquerque, and Neff Hudson of San Antonio, TX. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Heber S. Hudson, a local child psychiatrist; and a brother, Scott Hudson.
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

JARAMILLO -- Raylene Jaramillo, 14, passed away December 27, 2008. Those who wish to send Condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Arrangements have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

JAYNE -- Thomas Alan Jayne passed away in his home on December 23, 2008. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on October 13, 1965 to Keith Derryl Jayne and Effie Candis Pelfrey Jayne. Tom was the oldest of four children, Donald Lewis Jayne, Raymond Matthew Jayne and Alicia Marie Jayne Lewis. After graduating from Jackson Central Merry High School in Jackson, Tennessee, Tom moved to West Memphis Arkansas. In 1987 he moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, to work in his uncle's water purification business, TechniPure, as a technician. He remained in Albuquerque for the rest of his life. While working for TechniPure he met Mabel Chavez and they married in 1990. Tom was preceded in death by his brother Donald Jayne, his paternal grandparents, Noel and Leota Jayne and maternal grandparents Susie Harris Pelfrey and Rubin Lewis Pelfrey. He is survived by his wife Mabel Jayne and her daughter Angeline Gurule, his father Keith Derryl Jayne and wife Cynthia, his mother Candis Pelfrey, his brother Ray Jayne, and sister Alicia and husband Shelby Lewis. Extended family include Sheila and Dan Freed, Sherry Flenoury, Ilene Jayne, Mike and Jacque Jayne, Lillian and Ernie Ulibarri, Gilbert Chavez, Marcella and Ron Segovia, Valerie and Tim Tourville, Robert and Loretta Chavez, Lorenzo and Vicenta Chavez, Moe and Cathy Chavez, Walter and Rosie Atencio, and many nieces, nephews and friends. Private services were held on Tuesday afternoon.
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008