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Bauer -- Anneliese Bauer, 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1992, died on Friday, October 25, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Rolf; children, Garry Bauer of Traben-Trarbach, Germany, Stephen Bauer of Albuquerque, Janet Toman of Rio Rancho, NM and Vera Hutchins of Fredericksburg, VA; grandchildren, Heather, Kevin, Karen, Simone, Steven, Contessa and Lindsey; brothers, Peter Ziegler of Bamberg, Germany and George Ziegler of Eltmann, Germany; 2 sisters, Erna Meisel and Marie Ziegler, both of Bamberg, Germany; and many dear friends. Anneliese immigrated to the United States from Germany in 1958. She met Rolf in New York City in 1959 and they were married December 12, 1959. They came to Albuquerque in 1992. Anneliese was a strong believer in the Lord and was faithful to God and her family. She was a wonderful and loving wife and mother who devoted her life to her family. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette's Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE, with Father Tom Zotter, Celebrant. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon October 28, 2002

Jennings -- Walter C. Jennings, passed away October 19, 2002, at the age of 88. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Thelma, of the family home; his daughters, Peggy Hurt and her husband, Tom, of Fredericksburg, TX, Cheri Hobbs and her husband, Al, of El Paso, TX, Sandra Ginannini and her husband, Tom, of Albuquerque; sons, Kim Jennings and his wife, Susan, of Rio Rancho, and Tad Jennings of Albuquerque; fourteen grandchildren; and 9 great grandchildren. Walter served as a Merchant Marine on the Great Lakes from 1937 to 1945. He moved his family from New York state to Albuquerque in 1952. He was employed by Jones Graphic for 11 years and by Whitfield Trucking Co. until his retirement in 1976. Walter loved RV-ing and for several years he and Thelma wintered in Arizona. He was a life member of Good Sam Club. He also enjoyed playing pool, bowling, and golf and was always ready to try something new and challenging. Cremation has taken place and private ceremony will be held by the family. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial donation be made to Delta Hospice, Inc., 3500 Comanche Blvd NE, Bldg. F, Albuquerque, NM 87107. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
        Published on: Sun October 27, 2002

McKeever -- Thomas James McKeever (T.J.), 58, died unexpectedly Thursday, October 17, 2002. Tom was dearly loved by his family and many friends and highly admired by the local music community for his outstanding ability as a jazz pianist. He was born on December 10, 1943 in Jamestown, NY. He is survived by his father and mother, James and Francis McKeever of Ocklawaha, FL; one daughter, Michelle Carlson; four brothers, Dennis McKeever and wife, Sharon, Richard McKeever and wife, Ruth, John McKeever and wife, Pam, and Michael McKeever and wife, Roseann; two sisters, Merri-Lou McKeever and husband, Les Medall and Susie Fisher and husband, David; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his beloved New Mexico family, Kathleen Earl; son, Jonathan Earl; daughter, Julie Garrison; and two grandsons, Michael and Nicholas Garrison. He was preceded in death by one sister, Patricia McKeever; and one grandson, Jon Eric Carlson. Cremation has taken place and a gathering of friends will be held at a later date. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM, 87199-0790.
        Published on: Sun October 27, 2002

Reed -- Charles J. Reed was born May 8, 1923 at Jolly, Iowa to C.C. and Ethel Keller Reed. He attended grade school, high school and junior college in Boone, Iowa, and attended Valparaiso Technical School in Valparaiso, Indiana. He married M. Elizabeth Donovan at Sacred Heart Church, Boone, Iowa on March 4, 1946. There were six children born to this union, Timothy C., Daniel F., Thomas J., Margaret M., Patrick D. and Joseph M. He was a USMC Veteran of World War II, serving as a radio operator with the 1st Marine Division, 7th Regiment, 3rd Battalion in the Pacific Theatre: Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, New Britain and was wounded on Pelelieu, Palau Islands September 22, 1944, receiving the Purple Heart. Charles was also a lifetime member of the DAV and a member of VFW Post #05432. He was a member of the First Marine Division Ass'n. Charles and his family moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1952, then Corrales, NM 1960. He worked for Sandia Corporation from 1952 until 1974 in full-scale field tests in Bemiji, MN, Nevada, California, Johnson Island, Panama and Vietnam. In 1954 he was Chief Engineer for KHFM, the first FM radio station in New Mexico. In 1974-1976 as C. REED Construction, he built 10 adobe homes in Corrales and the North Valley, including the first VA financed adobe construction home. He and his son, Tom operated an egg farm, MM's Farms, Inc. in Moriarty, NM. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Betty; daughter, Margaret; son, Pat of family home; son, Tim and wife, Marguerite Baca with three step-children and two step-grandchildren; son, Dan with three children, Holiann, Alyssa and Charles; son, Tom and wife, Jeanette Paradiso with three step-children and six step-grandchildren; and son, Joe and wife, Carmen Martinez; three brothers, Don, Bob and Bill; and two sisters, Marie and Marilyn, with their families; and two brothers-in-law, Jim and Bob Donovan; and one sister-in-law, Patricia McDonald with their families. He will be remembered as a good man, loving husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend. Charles will be missed dearly. The family invites friends for visitation at his home on Tuesday, October 29, 2002 from 1:00 until 5:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Catholic Church, 5015 Corrales Rd. in Corrales with Father Clarence Galli, celebrant. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. French Mortuary - Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Sun October 27, 2002

Reed -- Charles J. Reed was born May 8, 1923 at Jolly, Iowa to C.C. and Ethel Keller Reed. He attended grade school, high school and junior college in Boone, Iowa, and attended Valparaiso Technical School in Valparaiso, Indiana. He married M. Elizabeth Donovan at Sacred Heart Church, Boone, Iowa on March 4, 1946. There were six children born to this union, Timothy C., Daniel F., Thomas J., Margaret M., Patrick D. and Joseph M. He was a USMC Veteran of World War II, serving as a radio operator with the 1st Marine Division, 7th Regiment, 3rd Battalion in the Pacific Theatre: Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, New Britain and was wounded on Pelelieu, Palau Islands September 22, 1944, receiving the Purple Heart. Charles was also a lifetime member of the DAV and a member of VFW Post #05432. He was a member of the First Marine Division Ass'n. Charles and his family moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1952, then Corrales, NM 1960. He worked for Sandia Corporation from 1952 until 1974 in full-scale field tests in Bemiji, MN, Nevada, California, Johnson Island, Panama and Vietnam. In 1954 he was Chief Engineer for KHFM, the first FM radio station in New Mexico. In 1974-1976 as C. REED Construction, he built 10 adobe homes in Corrales and the North Valley, including the first VA financed adobe construction home. He and his son, Tom operated an egg farm, MM's Farms, Inc. in Moriarty, NM. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Betty; daughter, Margaret; son, Pat of family home; son, Tim and wife, Marguerite Baca with three step-children and two step-grandchildren; son, Dan with three children, Holiann, Alyssa and Charles; son, Tom and wife, Jeanette Paradiso with three step-children and six step-grandchildren; and son, Joe and wife, Carmen Martinez; three brothers, Don, Bob and Bill; and two sisters, Marie and Marilyn, with their families; and two brothers-in-law, Jim and Bob Donovan; and one sister-in-law, Patricia McDonald with their families. He will be remembered as a good man, loving husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend. Charles will be missed dearly. The family invites friends for visitation at his home on Tuesday, October 29, 2002 from 1:00 until 5:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Catholic Church, 5015 Corrales Rd. in Corrales with Father Clarence Galli, celebrant. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. French Mortuary - Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Sat October 26, 2002

Delapp -- Kenneth Dewey DeLapp, Jr. Professional Engineer & Land SurveyorAge 76, passed away Friday, October 18, 2002 at 2:23 a.m. in Santa Fe, NM. He was recovering from recent heart surgery when he suffered a fatal heart attack. Ken was a 50-year resident of Santa Fe, and the president and owner of DeLapp Engineering, a consulting firm of civil and structural engineers.Ken worked as a structural engineer for 55 years. He provided the structural design for a wide range of structures, including office buildings, schools, churches, medical centers, private residences, college dormitories, hotels, restaurants, industrial buildings, water and sewage plants, art galleries, sculptures, and highway bridges. His many local building projects include the Inn at Loretto, St. Vincent Hospital, St. John's College, the College of Santa Fe, the New Mexico State Police Complex, and the Capitol High School facility. He donated his engineering services to the restoration of historical New Mexico churches. In addition to his work in New Mexico, he worked on projects in seven other western states. He also provided structural design services for an artisan center and hotel in Katmandu, Nepal. He took great pride in designing for adobe, straw bale, recycled tires (earthships), and other alternative building materials. His broad experience gave him a national reputation in the construction industry.Ken loved his colleagues, his work, and his office. He had no definite plans to retire. He enjoyed his friends and clients who stopped by the office to discuss their problems or just to chat. As one local builder said,"Ken always had time for me. I would go to Ken [with construction problems] that were bothering me, and he would calm me down and explain how things worked."Many of Santa Fe's architects, draftsmen and engineers, got their start at DeLapp Engineering. All admired his thoroughness and attention to detail, keen analytical mind, exquisite drawings, and the strength of his character. He was the kind of teacher who wouldn't just give you the answer, but he would lead you on the right road and inspire you to find out how to solve the problem for yourself, so you truly knew that you had the answer. Ken was very much loved and appreciated for his gentleness, kindness, generosity and commitment to excellence.Ken was a natural leader and an innovator. He would check the accuracy of computer programs, textbooks and codes; there were many occasions when he found mistakes and informed the authors. He was a respected expert witness on anything structural. He loved to solve a problem and excelled at discovering the root cause.Ken was born November 8, 1925, in Frederick, South Dakota. He grew up in Mitchell, SD, where he attended junior high school and prep school with his future wife, Mary Lorraine Kangus. Upon graduation from high school in 1943, he joined the Navy. While in the service he entered the V-12 program, in which he studied at the University of Minnesota and at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. Ken played the trombone in the varsity marching band at Ann Arbor, an activity that got him admission to all the Badger football games. In 1946, he earned his Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering, and after completing a period of training and service on active duty in the United States Navy, World War II, he was released to inactive duty. He joined a Detroit engineering firm, and in 1948 married Mary Lorraine. He received his Masters degree in Civil and Structural Engineering from the University of Michigan in 1949.Ken and Mary moved to Santa Fe in December, 1952, for the express purpose of establishing a business with Earl P. (Pat) Wood. Ken was a partner in Wood & DeLapp until becoming owner of DeLapp & Associates, DeLapp & Gordon Engineering Co., and now DeLapp Engineering Corporation. He was a member of the National Society of Professional Engineers since 1952, and the New Mexico Society of Professional Engineers since 1953. He served as State President, NMSPE, 1977-78; National Director, 1979-80; held all offices in the Santa Fe/Los Alamos Chapter; received outstanding service awards in 1975 and 1976; and was named New Mexico Engineer of the Year in 1980. He was also a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers since 1953, serving as President of the New Mexico Section, 1978-79. He was retired from the U. S. Naval Reserve as a Lieutenant, j.g.Ken was a registered Professional Engineer & Land Surveyor in New Mexico; and a registered Professional Engineer in Michigan, Colorado, Texas, Washington, Arizona, Hawaii, and Nevada.With his wife Mary, Ken was an active member of the Santa Fe community. He belonged to the Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce, the Elks Lodge, Coronado Kiwanis Club, the Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra, and the United Methodist Church. He served as a precinct chairman and Santa Fe County Republican Party Central Committee member. Ken was also active in the Boy Scouts of America, serving as scoutmaster of local Troop 23 during and after the departure of the late great Gil Phillips. Ken also served as Committee member of Troup 49, and Neighborhood Commissioner. He was a teacher at the Santa Fe Community College.He was a licensed private pilot and a member of the Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association. He was also a certified scuba diver. He enjoyed camping, hiking, hunting, and fishing. He had a remarkable sense of humor that was much enjoyed by all who knew him.Ken is survived by his wife, Mary Lorraine Kangus DeLapp; son, Kenneth D. DeLapp III and his wife, Vicki of Albuquerque; son, Winton J. DeLapp and his wife, Patty of Albuquerque; daughter, Margot L. DeLapp de Anaya and her husband, Frank Anaya of Falls Church, VA; son, J. Marsden DeLapp and his wife, Susan Hapka of Placitas, NM; daughter-in-law, Mary J. (Molly) DeLapp of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Nicole J. DeLapp, Kenneth D. DeLapp IV, Susan I. DeLapp, and Marzanne L. DeLapp de Anaya; sister, Evelyn Stach and her husband, Tom of Mitchell, SD; sister, LeMay Britain and her husband, Maynard (Brit) of Oelrichs, SD; and numerous nieces and nephews and their families.The DeLapp Family would like to thank William M. (Bill) Druc, P.E. for his loyal service at DeLapp Engineering, his support of the family during this difficult time, and most importantly, his friendship to Ken.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 24, 2002 at St. John's United Methodist Church, 1200 Old Pecos Trail. Burial will follow at 3:00 p.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery.McGee Memorial Chapel 1320 Luisa Street 983-9151
        Published on: Wed October 23, 2002

Romero -- Robert Ernest Romero"Bobby", 51, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend was called home to be with the Lord our Savior, Saturday, October 19, 2002, with his loving family by his side. He was born March 15, 1951, and resided in Albuquerque. Bobby was honored by former President Ronald Reagan for outstanding service on behalf of Crime Victims in Washington, DC on April 13, 1984. He also served as a Taos Pueblo police officer. He is survived by his mother, Claire P. Romero; his two brothers and seven sisters, Sandra McNaughton and husband, Pat, Jeri Samora, Michael Romero and wife, Cordie, Norma Romero, Ronald Romero and wife, Theresa, Joyce Valdo, Linda Saiz and husband, Art, Jeanette Pearcy and husband, Ron and Beverly Dodson and husband, William; godson, William Robert Pearcy; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry A. Romero; brother, Christopher E. Romero; two nephews, Alex Romero and Jeremy Samora; and two nieces, Lucy Pacheco and Paulette Samora. Rosary will be recited Monday, October 21, 2002, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Ghost Church, 833 Arizona SE, with Father Tom Mayfeske reciting.�Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, October 22, 2002, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Ghost Church, with Father Tom Mayfeske, Celebrant. His final resting place will follow at Cochiti Pueblo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Romero, Ronald Romero, Ron Pearcy, William Dodson, Dan Morgan, Gene Morgan, Richard Romero, Richard Archuleta and Pat McNaughton. Honorary pallbearers will be William Pearcy, Johnny McNaughton, Augustine Samora, Michael Jerry Romero, Wayne Morgan, Luciano Pacheco, Jerry Romero and Domenic Dodson. Friends may visit one hour prior to rosary at the church.�French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.�
        Published on: Mon October 21, 2002

Cochran -- Daniel Thompson Cochran, age 30, died October 12, 2002 in an accident at his home in Las Cruces, NM. Dan had been a Mechanical Engineering student at NMSU and will be awarded a posthumous BSME in December. An honor student, he had been an invitation-only member of a national academic honors engineering fraternity. Dan was a skilled carpenter, welder, and draftsman. He participated in the development and construction of an aerodynamics testing device for the military and a device ordered by the State Highway Department to clear tumbleweeds from highways. He also worked as a building manager at the NMSU student center. Dan will be remembered for his mastery with all things mechanical and his cheerful willingness to help anyone who asked. Whether it was working on his mother's ornery computer, helping a friend move, or lending a sympathetic and caring ear, Dan was there. He was loved by all who knew him. He is survived by his brother, Andy (Dan took his big-brother responsibilities seriously); mother, Eunice; pa, Tom; grandmother, Ellen Amt of Fort Wayne, Indiana; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at Christ Lutheran Church -Pennsylvania and Candelaria NE. In lieu of flowers, the family believes Dan would request donations to Christ Lutheran School, NMSU Mechanical Engineering Scholarships, or the Animal Humane Society of New Mexico. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Sun October 20, 2002

Griffin -- In Memory of John J. Griffin February 9, 1920 - October 20, 1994When my days are sad and lonely, and everything goes wrong, it seems I hear you whisper,"cheer up and carry on."Every time I see your picture, your smile just seems to say,"don't cry, I'm only sleeping, we'll meet again someday."You told not a last farewell, I know you soon would die; you left me so sweet and peaceful and only God knows why.A thousand times I've missed you, a thousand times I've cried; if love could have saved you, you never would have died.In life, I loved you dearly, in death I love you still, in my heart you have a special place, no one else can ever fill.It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn't go alone, for a part of me went with you, the day God called you home.Sadly missed by wife, Constance; children, John, Tom, and Cheryl; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
        Published on: Sun October 20, 2002

McSorley-Morgan -- Virginia McSorley-Morgan, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since the 1940s, died Sunday, October 13, 2002. She is survived by her sons, Joe McSorley and State Senator Cisco McSorley and wife, Joanne Kuestner, all of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Kathryn McSorley of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Eloesa McSorley of Albuquerque but attending Wellesley College and Meaghan McSorley of Albuquerque; sister, Rosemary Meehan and husband, John of Rockville Centre, NY; and brothers, John Norton and wife, Jane of Long Island, NY and Jim Norton of Long Beach, NY. Mrs. Morgan was preceded in death by her first husband, Major Frank N. McSorley and second husband, John Morgan; sons, John McSorley and Richard McSorley. She received her Master Degree in Social Work from Fordham University. Virginia worked as a teacher in addition to being a wife and mother. She was Director of Catholic Social Services in Albuquerque and Director of Medical Social Services at St. Joseph's Hospital. Virginia volunteered for various charities and religious organizations including the St. Vincent De Paul Society and Peace and Social Justice. She traveled extensively to Asia, the Middle East, Central America, South America and Europe. Virginia loved to play the piano. She sponsored many Cuban and Vietnamese refugees. Mass was celebrated Thursday, 1:30 p.m., at the Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas Rd. NE, with Father Robert J. Keller, O.P., Celebrant. Pallbearers were Joe McSorley, Cisco McSorley, Eloesa McSorley, Don Schubert, Robert Flanagan and Tom McTigue. Honorary Pallbearer was her Godson, Richard Marlborough. Interment followed at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Sat October 19, 2002