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Pineda -- Raymond Pineda, Sr., The family of Raymond Pineda, Sr., longtime resident of Albuquerque, sadly announces that Raymond, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, brother, teacher, mentor and friend, joined his beloved wife, Emily, in the arms of God this past Sunday, February 23rd. Raymond is survived by daughter, Emily M. Ederer and her husband Charles J. Ederer of Albuquerque; their children Robert G. Ederer, his wife Wendy, their children Matthew and Leanna; Charles D. Ederer, his wife Cassie Ederer and their son Alexander, of San Francisco, California; sons, Rayond Pineda II, his wife Mary B. Pineda, of Santa Fe, and their daughter Ana Cristina Pineda, of Flagstaff, Arizona, Peter S. Pineda of Albuquerque, Dana Pineda of Santa Fe, and their son Joshua Pineda of Albuquerque, and Charles A. Pineda, his wife Claire B. Pineda, and their children, Simon T. Pineda, Erin R. Pineda and Lauren M. Pineda of Santa Fe; sisters, Irene Pineda and Ester Morales of El Paso Texas; many nieces, nephews, and cousins from the Pineda and Holguin families, all over the country; and friends, too numerous to count. Prayer Vigil and Shared Rememberance will be held Friday, February 28th, 6:00 p.m., at Aquinas Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas NE, at the University of New Mexico. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, March 1, 1:30 p.m., at Aquinas Newman Center. A reception and celebration of Raymond's Life will be held immediately following the Funeral Mass, at the family residence, 1506 Ridgecrest Dr. SE in Albuquerque. For those wishing to, donations may be made to The University of New Mexico Foundation, College of Pharmacy for the purpose of providing support of Pharmacy students. Checks may be mailed to: John A. Pieper, Dean, UNMF College of Pharmacy, MCSC09 5360, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Thu February 27, 2003

Pineda -- The family of Raymond Pineda, Sr., longtime resident of Albuquerque, sadly announces that Raymond, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, brother, teacher, mentor and friend, joined his beloved wife, Emily, in the arms of God this past Sunday, February. 23rd. Raymond, most recently in residence at the Montebello on Academy Healthcare Center, in Albuquerque, died peacefully, early Sunday morning. The family wishes to express its deepest gratitude for the compassionate, wonderful care given to Raymond during his brief time at Montebello. It is almost beyond words to describe the graciousness and tenderness with which they cared for him. The family would also like to thank French Mortuary, and Mr. Douglas Chartier in particular for their caring and reassuring assistance as we prepared to say goodbye. This last December 24th, Raymond turned 91 years old. They were a remarkable 91 years, marked by the two great wars, incredible social change, and over sixty-five years spent with Emilia Holguin Pineda, his wife and mother of their four surviving children. Emilia, or Emily as she was best known, preceded him in death in August of 1994. Theirs was an enduring relationship, one that stood the tests of time, adversity and infirmity. At one point, as Emily was being taken away by the ravages of age that eventually took her life, Raymond steadfastly refused to have her taken from their home to nursing care. Declaring instead that he had made a promise to her in marriage, to always care for her, and that only death could make him abandon that promise. It is a great joy to know that he is once more united with her. Raymond spent virtually his entire adult career in the practice of Pharmacy. Until very recently, when age made it impossible for him to travel to the needed seminars, Raymond held the distinction of having the greatest number of years as a licensed pharmacist in the state of New Mexico. He loved his profession, and credited it with his ability to care for his family and educate his children, through good times and bad. His greatest pride lay in the fact that the means provides by his professional allowed him to see that all of his children held college degrees. For him, it was a mark of great distinction, coming as he did from humble beginnings, and growing up in The Depression. Raymond's earthly journey began, in El Paso, Texas, on December 24th, 1911. The son of Jose Pineda, and Paula Diaz Pineda, he was the oldest of their seven children. Growing up in the years after World War I, and reaching young adulthood in the years of the Great Depression, employment opportunities were limited. But the chance meeting that brought him together with Emily would change his life. Together, the daughter of an aristocratic, ranching family from northern Mexico, and the son of a south El Paso family, blended their two worlds, their divergent experiences, and built a family and Raymond's career. Together, as Raymond would later say, Emily's quiet ambition and his unceasing energy took them through a course of study that would lead to his obtaining a license to practice pharmacy in the states of Texas and New Mexico. Raymond's first contact with the profession began as delivery boy for El Paso's Rio Grande Drug Co., making deliveries on his bicycle. The encouragement of Rio Grande's owner, Mr. McDowell, recognizing Raymond's quick mind and hard work, led him to his independent study of pharmacy and the science needed to practice. But it was the hours of work, Emily at his side, which led to his passing the Pharmacy Board Exam, and his goal of a profession, a first for his family. During the years of World War II, Raymond and Emily started, owned and operated Alameda Drugs, in downtown El Paso. But first, they started a family. Their daughter Emily Martha, sons Raymond II, and Peter Spencer, were all born in El Paso, even as Raymond, Sr. and Emily helped raise the young children of Emily's deceased older sister. They, in effect, raised two families: one made up of their nieces and nephews, and another made up of their own three small children. In 1949, faced with the struggles of running a small business in the aftermath of World War II, they left El Paso to seek a new life for themselves and their growing family. Together, they set out to build a new life in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and it was in Albuquerque, the next year, that their son Charles Armand was born. Once in Albuquerque, Raymond worked and developed a following of customers and friends that started with his long time position as pharmacist at Payless Drugs, at the Payless store in downtown. From his place at the pharmacy counter, Raymond would befriend the elite and poor of Albuquerque alike. Later, after his friends and employers, Abe and Walter Cohen, sold Payless, Raymond moved to a position with the Skaggs/Alberston organization, from which he retired in 1974. And through it all, his friends and customers went with him. Even in retirement, the calls continued to come in from various pharmacies around Albuquerque. They were seeking his assistance as a relief pharmacist, or calling for customers who were asking him to mix up this special cream, or that special couch syrup: items that he had long tailored and prepared for the individual health needs of his customers. To Raymond, they were more than just store owners, or customers, they were his friends and they needed his help, and he was glad to heed their call. He also relished the chance to be out with people, and to serve them. Raymond was happiest, and he was at his best, in giving to others. He loved a crowd, blossomed at a party, yet never hesitated to help a lone stranger in need. His gifts were his humor, his fascination with and affection for mankind, his love of his profession, and his dedication to his family. He was enormously proud of his children, his grandchildren, and the lives and families that were built on the foundation he and Emily provided. We will miss him. We will miss the ruckus that he always caused wherever people were gathered. We will miss his"bigger-than-life" way of affecting us all. And we will miss just knowing he was there. God's speed to you Papa, Pop, Daddy, Dad, Grandpa, Grimpy, Uncle, Tio, Raymond, Ray, Mundo. God's speed and thank you. Raymond is survived by daughter, Emily M. Ederer and her husband Charles J. Ederer of Albuquerque; their children Robert G. Ederer, his wife Wendy, their children Matthew and Leanna; Charles D. Ederer, his wife Cassie Ederer and their son Alexander, of San Francisco, California; sons, Rayond Pineda II, his wife Mary B. Pineda, of Santa Fe, and their daughter Ana Cristina Pineda, of Flagstaff, Arizona, Peter S. Pineda of Albuquerque, Dana Pineda of Santa Fe, and their son Joshua Pineda of Albuquerque, and Charles A. Pineda, his wife Claire B. Pineda, and their children, Simon T. Pineda, Erin R. Pineda and Lauren M. Pineda of Santa Fe; sisters, Irene Pineda and Ester Morales of El Paso Texas; many nieces, nephews, and cousins from the Pineda and Holguin families, all over the country; and friends, too numerous to count. Prayer Vigil and Shared Rememberance will be held Friday, February 28, 2003 6:00 p.m., at Aquinas Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas NE, at the University of New Mexico. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, March 1, 1:30 p.m., at Aquinas Newman Center. A reception and celebration of Raymond's Life will be held immediately following the Funeral Mass, at the family residence, 1506 Ridgecrest Dr. SE in Albuquerque. For those wishing to, donations may be made to The University of New Mexico Foundation, College of Pharmacy for the purpose of providing support of Pharmacy students. Checks may be mailed to: John A. Pieper, Dean, UNMF College of Pharmacy, MCSC09 5360, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed February 26, 2003

Parker -- In Loving Memory of Larry P. Parker January 28, 1951 - February 20, 1993It's been ten years since you left us. We miss you so much. We are still hurting. Time will heal, I'm sure. Our love and prayers are with you always, son. May our Lord grant you eternal rest. Mom, Veronica, sister Paula and Renee, your children, Patrick, Danielle and Paul. Simon says me too uncle Larry.
        Published on: Thu February 20, 2003

Encinias -- Mr. Eloy D. Encinias, 56, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on February 8, 2003. Mr. Encinias is survived by his beloved wife of thirty-three years, Mrs. Senaida Encinias; two daughters, Chastity Encinias, Tyonia Encinias and companion, Ali Freligh; his sister, Vickie Encinias; two brothers, Dan Encinias and wife Vivian and Simon Encinias; two grandchildren, Fernando Encinias and Frankie Brown; special niece, Odette Saiz; special nephew, Joseph Sanchez; great niece Amber Liparoto; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Cremation and private disposition will take place. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 243-7861
        Published on: Mon February 10, 2003

Nichols -- Thomas Arthur"Tom" Nichols, age 93, passed away January 17, 2003 at the Guadalupe County Hospital following an illness. Tom was born March 30, 1909 in Muskogee, Oklahoma to the home of Charles Arthur and Winifred Massey Nichols. After high school graduation Tom attended College in Brian, Texas where he majored in Electrical Engineering. After college he enlisted in the United States Air Force from 1943 thru 1945 as an Engineer. He came to Santa Rosa from Oak Ridge, Tennessee in 1947 and began working for the Southwest Public Service Co. It is there where he met Zulema Serrano. They WERE married on June 3, 1950. Tom worked for the City of Santa Rosa for many years as the Water Department Superintendent retiring on June 30, 1976. He served as the Civil Defense Director for the Santa Rosa area in the 1960's, he was the local weather reporter, an avid Ham Radio Operator and a member of the Santa Rosa Volunteer Fire Department from 1948 until 1988. Tom was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church were he served as Lector, Commentator and Eucharistic Minister for the Hospital and Shut Ins and served as a Prayer Group Leader. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Zulema on September 26, 2002, a brother Ballard Nichols, sister Winifred Morrison and a grandson Robert Ramon Campos. Survivors include two daughters Mary Belle Baros Lucero and husband Samuel of Rio Rancho, NM; Ida Jo Baros Campos and husband Albert of Santa Rosa, Grandchildren Karl Lucero, Paula Dominguez and husband Tim all of Rio Rancho, Pete Campos and wife Lori of Las Vegas, NM, Tommy Campos and wife Barbara, Lettie Chavez and husband Abel, Albert Campos, Jr., and wife Brenda all of Santa Rosa,� nephews Gordon Nichols and wife Donna of Florida, Bruce Morrison and wife Jane of Nebraska; nieces Shirley Scholl of Texas and Betty Duncan and husband Alan of La Porte, TX. Also surviving are 17 Great- � grandchildren; 1 great grandchild, his brothers and sister in laws Adolfo Serrano of Santa Rosa, Simon Serrano, Jr., and wife Pita of Albuquerque, Luis Serrano and wife Dulce of Santa Rosa, Zolio Serrano and wife Vickie of Albuquerque, Robert Serrano of Santa Rosa, Charles Serrano and wife Angie of Santa Rosa and Alice Romo of Dallas, TX, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, January 18, 2003 at 10:00 A.M. from St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Santa Rosa, NM with Father Stephen Schultz, Celebrant of the Mass. Burial of Cremains will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Santa Rosa. Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be his Co-Workers from the Santa Rosa Water Department, Ernestine Gutierrez, Bill Capps, Joe Pino, Ventura Lopez, Carlos Gutierrez, Gerald Anaya, Fernando Chacon, and longtime Water Department Board Members Johnny Martinez and Adolfo Serrano as well as his grandchildren and Great-grandchildren. All services are entrusted to Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St. Santa Rosa, NM (505) 472-3369.
        Published on: Sun January 19, 2003

Saiz -- Emilia Saiz, age 91, a resident of Alameda passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2003. Emilia was a parishioner of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. She enjoyed gardening, ceramics and best of all, spending time with her family. Emilia was preceded in death by her husband Jose I. Saiz in 1984. She is survived by three sons, Alex Saiz and wife Barbara, Benny Saiz and wife Connie and Joe Saiz and wife Lupe; 11 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those who knew and loved her. Visitations will be Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final viewing will be Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 9:00 a.m. at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Simon Saiz, Richard, Gutierrez, Alfonso Gurule, Tom Saavedra. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
        Published on: Thu January 16, 2003

Sanderson -- Thelma Poole Sanderson, a long time resident of Albuquerque since 1941, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2002, at the age of 84. She leaves two children, daughter, Beverly Sanderson Gallegos; and son, William E. Sanderson; her dearest friend and companion for many years, Leo Romero; former son-in-law, Edward M. Gallegos; two grandsons, Simon M. Gallegos and Marcello A. Gallegos; and great-grandson, Nathan M. Poole and wife, Daniel H. Poole and wife, Regina; sister-in-law, Jane Gullit Poole; and may cherished nieces, nephews, and cousins. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents, Truman and Hattie Poole; her husband, Morris S. Sanderson; sisters, Mildred Poole and Doris R. Poole; and brother, Robert H. Poole. Thelma was owner and founder of Sanderson Employment Service where she was actively involved from 1962 to 1991. She was an active member of the Monte Vista Christian Church. Thelma's two main passions were her bridge club and her enjoyment in traveling throughout the country. Thelma was an active contributor to the Salvation Army and the Boys Ranch. A private memorial service will be held at the family's residence.
        Published on: Sun January 05, 2003

Apodaca -- Juanita"Mina" Apodaca, 90, went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2002. She was born on January 27, 1912 in Trementina, NM. Mrs. Apodaca is preceded in death by her husband Juan Jimenez, sister Tomasita Johnson, brothers Aurelio Apodaca, Celedon Apodaca, Isidoro Apodaca, Simon Apodaca, Julian Apodaca, and Eugenio Apodaca. She is survived by one son, Frank Jimenez and wife Ida, three daughters, Ida Padilla and husband Gilbert, Yvonne Estrada and husband Jose, Maria Elena Chacon, and one sister Carolina Apodaca. She has nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Juanita was a Harvey Girl in the 30's and waitress at Desert Sands for several years. She was also a member of The Guadalupanos at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church and a member of the North Valley Senior Center. Juanita will be deeply missed by her loving family. A rosary will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe on Monday, December 30 at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe on Tuesday, December 31 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Sun December 29, 2002

Apodaca -- Mr. Misais Apodaca Jr., 74, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on December 22, 2002. Mr. Apodaca is survived by two daughters, Yvonne Apodaca, Angie Zazueta and husband John of California; one son, Simon Apodaca and wife Geri of Az.; six grandchildren, Jessie, Jozette, Simon Jr., Angel, Raymond and Alicia; 13 great grandchildren; two sisters, Clara Gutierrez and Helen La Granche; three brothers, Porfirio Apodaca and wife Lillie, Pete Garcia and wife Roberta, Walter Ulibarri and wife Sally. Mr. Apodaca was a Veteran of the U. S Air Force serving during World War Il. A visitation for Mr. Apodaca will be Friday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 8:45am in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW with a Funeral Service to be held at 8:45am by Pastor Lee Wilson. Interment of the cremains will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00am with Military Honors. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of the arrangements. 243-7861.
        Published on: Wed December 25, 2002

Cortez -- Mr. Margo Cortez died Monday, December 9, 2002 in Albuquerque at the age of 83. Mr. Cortez was part owner of Brewer Specialties. In 1970 he received the Colonel Aid de Camp from the staff of the Governor of New Mexico, David F. Cargo. He was also the captain of the ushers at the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Therese Catholic Church. He was a considered a beloved honorary grandfather to many. Mr. Cortez is survived by his wife, Betty (Negrita) Cortez of the family home; son, Arnold J. Cortez and wife, Donna of Rio Rancho; beloved sister-in-law, Della Tafoya; brother, Albert J. Cortez and wife, Flora; his twin sister, Tomasita Chavez; sisters, Angie Gurule and husband, Luciano, and Margaret Armijo and husband, Luis; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mr. Cortez will be held on Thursday at St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Danny Lucero, Carlos Rodriguez, Paul Cortez, Vincent Gurule, Lee Armijo and Anthony Cortez. Honorary pallbearers will be Erik Hickman, William Hoskobec, Vince Cordova, Ray Lucero, George Lucero, Ray Silva, Dan Archuleta, Mike Ruiz, Frank Ruiz, Donald Montoya, Earl Santillanes, Albert Molinar, Adolph Lucero, Roger Madrid, Simon Chaves, Bobby Jaramillo and Robert Cortez. A Rosary for Mr. Cortez will be recited on Wednesday afternoon at 4:30 p.m. at St. Therese Church. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Wed December 11, 2002