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Henson -- Lenore Henson was one of the first New Mexico women to join the newly organized Women's Army Corps as a private in 1942. She served in the South Pacific during World War II having gained the rank of sergeant. After the war, she used the G.I. Bill to obtain a degree from Southern Methodist University. She then enlisted in the Air Force Reserves and was called into active duty as a lieutenant in 1950. She served 26 years in the Air Force, rising to the rank of full colonel as a comptroller. She served in England, France, Germany, and Japan, as well as Texas, Washington D.C., Virginia, and California. After retirement in 1974, she was active in her neighborhood association and the Republican Party, especially during the Senate Campaigns of Pete Domenici and Harrison Schmitt; and the Congressional Campaign of Steven Schiff. She also served as chairman of the New Mexico Convention of the International Women's Year in 1978. She was born in 1921 in Henrietta, TX, the daughter of Bryan and Della Henson. She graduated from Roswell High School in 1939, having worked at odd jobs while attending school throughout most of the great depression. She died of lung failure at St. Joseph's Hospital on June 9, 2000. Memorial service will be Wednesday, 7 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University NE, with Chaplain Col. Lemuel M. Boyles officiating. Interment of cremains will be Thursday, 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. She is survived by her four sisters: Estelle Goodrich and husband, Samuel, Laverne H. Rison of Albuquerque, Patsy Ruth Underwood and husband, Bill of Ft. Worth, TX, Jonette Ballmer of Clearwater, FL, as well as 15 nieces and nephews. Should friends desire contributions can be made to the New Mexico Veterans Memorial Fund, P.O Box 21037, 87154. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed June 14, 2000

Henson -- Lenore Henson was one of the first New Mexico women to join the newly organized Women's Army Corps as a private in 1942. She served in the South Pacific during World War II having gained the rank of sergeant. After the war, she used the G.I. Bill to obtain a degree from Southern Methodist University. She then enlisted in the Air Force Reserves and was called into active duty as a lieutenant in 1950. She served 26 years in the Air Force, rising to the rank of full colonel as a comptroller. She served in England, France, Germany, and Japan, as well as Texas, Washington D.C., Virginia, and California. After retirement in 1974, she was active in her neighborhood association and the Republican Party, especially during the Senate Campaigns of Pete Domenici and Harrison Schmitt; and the Congressional Campaign of Steven Schiff. She also served as chairman of the New Mexico Convention of the International Women's Year in 1978. She was born in 1921 in Henrietta, TX, the daughter of Bryan and Della Henson. She graduated from Roswell High School in 1939, having worked at odd jobs while attending school throughout most of the great depression. She died of lung failure at St. Joseph's Hospital on June 9, 2000. Visitation will be Tuesday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Memorial service will be Wednesday, 7 p.m. at the same location. Interment of cremains will be Thursday, 2:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. She is survived by her four sisters: Estelle Goodrich and husband, Samuel, Laverne H. Rison of Albuquerque, Patsy Ruth Underwood and husband, Bill of Ft. Worth, TX, Jonette Ballmer of Clearwater, FL, as well as 15 nieces and nephews. Should friends desire contributions can be made to the New Mexico Veterans Memorial Fund, P.O Box 21037, 87154. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue June 13, 2000

Sultemeier -- William H."Bill" Sultemeier, 82, a native New Mexican and a resident of Espanola passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 9, 2000 due to a lengthy illness. Mr. Sultemeier was Bank President at Valley National Bank for many years and currently Chairman of the Board for Valley National Bank. He was a member of Valley View United Methodist Church, a member of the Kiwanis Club, the Masons, and a U.S. Army Veteran. He loved hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. He is survived by his wife of 59 years; Avella Sultemeier of Espanola; his children, Karen Woodall of Albuquerque, NM, William H. Sultemeier and wife, Donna of Cimarron, N.M., Steven Sultemeier and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque, N.M., Ronald Sultemeier and wife, Sandra of Orchard Park, NY, Robert Sultemeier and wife, Lynn of Issaquah, WA, and Beth Sultemeier of Espanola; one brother, Harold Sultemeier and wife, Doris of Albuquerque, N.M.; 17 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at 6:30 p.m. with a Devotional Service at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 12, 2000 at the Valley View United Methodist Church. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at the Santa Cruz United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. The family of William H. Sultemeier has entrusted his Funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Espanola Valley. Telephone No. 747-7477 or toll free 1-877-747-3600
        Published on: Mon June 12, 2000

Garcia -- Rita Garcia, 75, a lifelong resident of New Mexico and resident of Bernalillo died, Tuesday, June 6, 2000. She is survived by her children, Ernest (J.A.) Garcia and wife, Barbara of Bernalillo, Denise Garcia and friend, Geri of Albuquerque, Louise Garcia-Sanchez and husband, Pat of Bernalillo and Steven Garcia and wife, Denise of Rumford, ME; granddaughters, Elaina, Maria Rita, Brianna, Brittany and Stephanie; five brothers, Cayetano Aguilar and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque, Filimon Aguilar and wife, Alice of Bernalillo, Raymond Aguilar and wife, Sylvia of Fountain Valley, CA, Edward Aguilar and wife, Dorella of El Paso, TX, Leroy Aguilar and friend, Algene of Bernalillo; two sisters, Mollie Navarro and husband, Tony of Bernalillo and Jennie Sandoval and husband, Gilbert of Jemez Springs, NM; sister-in-law, Antoinette Garcia of Bernalillo; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest M. Garcia; parents, Filomeno and Bernardita Aguilar; brother, Hipolito Aguilar; and sister, Mary Aguilar. She was a life member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Garcia retired from First State Bank of Bernalillo. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Bernalillo. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church with Father Virgil Furfaro and Father Antonio Mondragon celebrants. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery, Bernalillo. Pallbearers will be Gilbert Navarro, Hipolito Aguilar, Jr., Greg Aguilar, Ronald Aguilar, Gilbert andoval, Jr., Matthew Aguilar and Paul Rostro. Honorary pallbearers will be O.J. Mora and Anthony P. Sanchez. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu June 08, 2000

Honeyfield -- Wanda M. Honeyfield, 71, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Thursday, June 1, 2000. She is survived by her son, Steven W. Honeyfield of Albuquerque; sisters, Doris Shelby of Brookfield, MO, and Dorothy Cheromiah of Albuquerque; nieces, Dorothy Bybee of Smithton, MO, Judy Corbin, Janice Osborn, and Jenny Dubbs, all of Albuquerque; and brothers-in-law, Robert Honeyfield and wife, Georgia of Leavenworth, KS, and William Honeyfield and wife, Liz of Denver, CO, and their families. She was preceded in death by her husband, Verne C. Honeyfield. Mrs. Honeyfield was a member of University Heights United Methodist Church. For many years, she worked as a bookkeeper for Webster Insurance Co. in Albuquerque. Services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Jonathan Foster officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Kelly Flynn, Brad Dubbs, Hovey Dean Corbin, Jr., Marshall Amend, Joey Bombard, and Hovey D. Corbin. Honorary pallbearers will be Les Dubbs, Ted Osborn, Erv Pfeifer, and Gary Webster. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O Box 26666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Sat June 03, 2000

Honeyfield -- Wanda M. Honeyfield, 71, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Thursday, June 1, 2000. She is survived by her son, Steven W. Honeyfield of Albuquerque; sisters, Doris Shelby of Brookfield, MO, and Dorothy Cheromiah of Albuquerque; nieces, Dorothy Bybee of Smithton, MO, Judy Corbin, Janice Osborn, and Jenny Dubbs, all of Albuquerque; and brothers-in-law, Robert Honeyfield and wife, Georgia of Leavenworth, KS, and William Honeyfield and wife, Liz of Denver, CO, and their families. She was preceded in death by her husband, Verne C. Honeyfield. Mrs. Honeyfield was a member of University Heights United Methodist Church. For many years, she worked as a bookkeeper for Webster Insurance Co. in Albuquerque. Services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Jonathan Foster officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Kelly Flynn, Brad Dubbs, Hovey Dean Corbin, Jr., Marshall Amend, Joey Bombard, and Hovey D. Corbin. Honorary pallbearers will be Les Dubbs, Ted Osborn, Erv Pfeifer, and Gary Webster. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O Box 26666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Fri June 02, 2000

Potts -- Ernestine Potts, 80, an Albuquerque resident since 1974, died Tuesday, May 30, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Claudia Collier and husband, Rev. Paul Collier of Mankato, MN, Rosemary Potts and fiancé, Raymond M. Gabaldon of Belen, NM; son, Steven Potts and wife, Beth Ann of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Thomas J. Potts and Amanda S. Potts, both of Albuquerque, Paul Andrew Collier of Mankato, MN; sisters, Josephine Marino of Belen, NM, Dolly Indelicato of Pocono, PA; sister-in-law, Louise Potts of New York; nieces Linda Denninger and Donna Basile, both of New York. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Joseph R. Potts. Mrs. Potts was an active member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. She retired from the Social Security Administration in 1994 after 20 years service. She will be greatly missed by all. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, June 1, 2000 at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Byron Wicker reciting. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Friday, June 2, 2000 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE with Father Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, on Thursday, June 1, 2000, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
        Published on: Fri June 02, 2000

Salazar -- Jenel Melissa Salazar, age 17, passed away unexpectedly at her home on May 31, 2000, following a sudden illness. Jenel was born January 22, 1983 in Las Vegas, NM to the home of Roger and Jeanette Anaya Salazar. Jenel was a student at Santa Rosa High School and would have been a senior this year. She enjoyed working with arts and crafts, and drawing, she also enjoyed writing poems. Jenel worked for Rudy Sanchez at the Pecos Theatre for several years, she enjoyed volunteering her time at the Moise Memorial Library and she was currently working at the T and D Food Market. Jenel was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Dolores and Trancito Montoya, Toribio and Alicia Flores, Andalecio and Vicentita Cordova and Guadalupe and Rita Salazar. Survivors include her parents, Roger and Jeanette Salazar of the family home in Santa Rosa; her brother, Edward Romero of Wyoming; her maternal grandparents, Horacio and Martina Anaya; her paternal grandparents, Miguel and Beatrice Salazar, all of Santa Rosa. Also surviving are numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 3 at 2:00 p.m. from the Santa Rosa High School Gymnasium with Rev. Kevin Coop officiating. Burial will follow in the family plot at the Evergreen Cemetery in Santa Rosa. Serving as pallbearers will be her cousins, Justin Anaya, Angelo Anaya, Edward Lucero, Carlos Cordova, Steven Ray Cordova, John Maestas, Andrew Salazar and her brother, Edward Romo. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the Senior Class of 2001. Visitation will be held on Friday, from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., at the Chavez Funeral Home and on Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Moise Memorial Library in Jenel's name, where books will be bought in her memory. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St., Santa Rosa, NM, (505) 472-3369.
        Published on: Fri June 02, 2000

Meidinger -- Garrett Paul Meidinger, born January 3, 2000, infant son of Michael and Amy Meidinger, died Monday, May 29, 2000. He is survived by maternal grandparents, Jerry and Margaret Schear; paternal grandparents, Todd and Mary Garrett; uncle, Steven Schear, all of Albuquerque; aunt, Kimberly McGillcuty of Bowling Green, KY; and many other aunts and uncles. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at First Baptist Church of Alameda, 8818 2nd. St. NW, with Pastor Marvin Capehart officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Clay Coffey, and Philip Hopper. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu June 01, 2000

Potts -- Ernestine Potts, 80, an Albuquerque resident since 1974, died Tuesday, May 30, 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Claudia Collier and husband, Rev. Paul Collier of Mankato, MN, Rosemary Potts and fiancé, Raymond M. Gabaldon of Belen, NM; son, Steven Potts and wife, Beth Ann of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Thomas J. Potts and Amanda S. Potts, both of Albuquerque, Paul Andrew Collier of Mankato, MN; sisters, Josephine Marino of Belen, NM, Dolly Indelicato of Pocono, PA; sister-in-law, Louise Potts of New York; nieces Linda Denninger and Donna Basile, both of New York. Mrs. Potts was an active member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. She retired from the Social Security Administration in 1994 after 20 years service. She will be greatly missed by all. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, June 1, 2000 at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Byron Wicker reciting. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Friday, June 2, 2000 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE with Father Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, on Thursday, June 1, 2000, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
        Published on: Thu June 01, 2000