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LANGLEY -- James Albert Langley, 97, formerly of Indianapolis, IN, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2008. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Alice Langley; and grandson, David James McCormick. He is survived by his daughter, Luora Jean McCormick and husband, David; granddaughters, Cynthia Teller of Albuquerque; Diane Powers of Madison, AL; and JoAnne Rucker of Houston, TX; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandsons. Mr. Langley was gentle, kind, and a loving man who was affectionately known as the "Mayor of Denny Street" during his years in Indianapolis. Cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to your favorite charity. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Langley at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

LUNARDI -- Catherine M. Lunardi, age 93, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born to Santino and Eufrosina Gambogi, in Pittsburgh, PA. Catherine moved to Davenport, IA in 1940 when she married John J. Lunardi. She worked at the Lunardi Market and Peterson Harned Von Maur Department store and retired in 1979. Catherine was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Davenport, IA. She moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1979 to live near her daughter, Donna Allison. She volunteered at Presbyterian Hospital and Anna Kaseman Hospital for many years. Catherine was a charter member at Bear Canyon Senior Center and became a greeter there, as well as helping with weekly bingo. She was a resident of Bear Canyon Estates for the last five years. While living in Albuquerque she became a member of St. Bernadette's Catholic Church. Catherine is survived by her children, one daughter, Donna Allison and one son, Jim Lunardi and wife, Tina of Milford, MA. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Terri Allison, Tony Allison and wife, Cristine, and Tom Allison, all of Albuquerque, NM, Jason and Brian Lunardi, both from Milford, MA; one great-grandson, Bradley Graham of Albuquerque, NM; and one niece, Charlotte Morrison of Pittsburgh, PA. Catherine was preceded in death by her husband, John J. Lunardi; her sister, Pauline Kubicsek; and son-in-law, John Allison. The Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be held on Tuesday, December 30, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2008, at 9:00 a.m., Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Road NE, with Father Choong as the Celebrant. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Catherine at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

MARCUS -- Jeffrey Bart Marcus, age 57, beloved husband, father, son, brother, musician, accountant and jokester, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in New York, NY and grew up in Southern California. Jeffrey is survived by his wife, Barbara and their children, Michael and Brittany; his parents, Martin and Muriel Marcus; his sister, Rene Rothman and husband, Jeffrey and their children, Richard, Stephanie and David; and his brother, Elliot Marcus and wife, Philomena and their children, Denise, Keith, Shawn and Jennifer and their families. A Memorial service will be held Friday, January 2, 2009, at 11:00 a.m., at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions can be made to MusicLink Foundation, 1043 North McKinley Road, Arlington, VA 22205 http://www.musiclinkfoundation.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Jeffrey at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

MOORE -- Karen JoAnn Moore, 66, of Albuquerque, died December 26th, 2008 following a series of long illnesses. She is survived by her sons, daughters, and grandchildren of Albuquerque and Colorado. Karen loved a great book and sharing time with her family, including her pets. A graveside Memorial Service will be held today at Sandia Memory Gardens at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Boyles Officiating. Interment will immediately follow at the cemetery. Aspen Funeral Alternatives 1935 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 (505) 323-9000
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

SCHROEDER -- Christian F. Schroeder, Jr., a long-time resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully on December 24, 2008. He was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Jeannette. Chris is survived and will be dearly missed by his daughter, Kimberly Schroeder; his daughter and son-in-law, Melanie and Josep Maria Prat; and his son, Mark Schroeder. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, January 31, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. Please call (702) 813-5050 for directions. In lieu of flowers, please make Memorial Donations to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation at www.pdf.org.
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

SMITH -- Sharon Rose Smith was born April 25, 1949 and passed away December 20, 2008. Private Burial has taken place. Arrangements are in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

THURMAN -- Glen Woodrow Thurman, DDS, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, December 29, 2008. He is survived by his daughter, Jayne McDonald and husband, Randy; son, Fred Thurman and wife, Elsie; grandchildren, Griffin and Piper McDonald, Brady Thurman, Hunter Thurman and wife, Emily; and great-grandson, Mckinley Thurman. Glen was born on a farm in rural Nebraska, attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and lived in his home state until he joined the Navy and served during World War II in San Diego. After the war, a Navy buddy convinced Glen to come with him to New Mexico, where he met his wife, Sarah Jane Thurman. Glen made his home in Albuquerque, raised his family and had a successful dental practice for forty years. He was a life long member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, where he and Sarah were active for many years. Services will be held Wednesday, December 31, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Chapel. Should friends desire, please make contributions to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or a charity that holds special meaning for you. Please visit our online guestbook for Glen at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

TOWNSEND -- Phyllis L. Townsend, age 94, a long time resident of Santa Fe, NM passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2008. She is survived by her daughter Kathy Singkanati; two grandchildren Erika Lin Prado and husband Onelio, Thomas Prasit Singkanati and wife Melinda; four great-grandchildren Teryk Singkanati, Serena Prado, Jonathan Prado and Armando Prado. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2008, at First Baptist Church of Rio Rancho, at 11:00 a.m., 3906 19th Ave. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 with Pastor Si Budagher presiding over the Service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First Baptist Church of Rio Rancho, 3906 19th Ave. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Online condolences can be submitted at www.danielsfuneral.com Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Wed December 31, 2008

BOURQUE -- Penni Sue. Memorial Services for Penni Sue Bourque, 45, of Canton, TX are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Monday at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Canton with Father Selvaraj Sinnappan and Dr. Bruce Prescott officiating, under the direction of Eubank Funeral Home, Canton. She passed away December 17, 2008 in Canton, TX. Mrs. Bourque was born January 15, 1963 in Pueblo, CO to William Rex and Betena Naomi Fletcher Prescott. She was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Canton, TX, a member of the ARC (Associates of Respiratory Care), Ovarian Support Group at Baylor in Dallas, and Gilda's Club. She grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and graduated from Highland High School and TVI of Albuquerque. She worked at the University of New Mexico just shy of 15 years, and Children's Medical Center of Dallas, almost four years as a Respiratory Therapist. She also had a business selling satellite systems. She enjoyed rubber stamping and scrapbooking. Penni was preceded in death by father, William Rex Prescott. She is survived by husband David F. Bourque of Canton, TX; daughter Michelle Bourque of Canton, TX; step son Steven Bourque of Albuquerque, NM; mother Betena Prescott of Albuquerque, NM; brother and sister-in-law Dr. William Bruce and Kylene Prescott of Norman, OK; nephew William Doyle and wife Monica Prescott of Norman, OK; niece Candice Prescott and husband Josh Clark of Gulfport, MS; brother and sister-in-law Patric Milton and Linda Prescott of Albuquerque, NM; nephew Edward Prescott of Albuquerque, NM; great-nephew Richard Prescott of Albuquerque, NM; and niece Melissa Prescott of Albuquerque, NM.
        Published on: Tue December 30, 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: Tue December 30, 2008