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SPICKNALL -- Gayla Lance Spicknall was born, May 30, 1954 in La Belle, Missouri. She passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2006 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Preceded in death by her father, Jerry Spicknall Gayla, is survived by her husband, Adam James Kittrell of Albuquerque, New Mexico; her mother, Elva Ruth Spicknall of La Belle, Missouri; her brothers, Leonard Alan Spicknall of La Belle, Missouri and Fred Harvey Spicknall of San Jose, California; three step daughters and many aunts, uncles, and friends who loved and will miss her. Gayla was twice a survivor of breast cancer and a constant warrior against it! The latest battle she waged lasted almost eight years. All who were around her during those times were amazed at the grace and composure she brought to the tireless struggle. The war ended at 2:24 in the afternoon. In the end she lost and won at the same time. What an Inspiration. A 1976 graduate of Stephens College in Columbia Missouri and 1981 graduate of Pacific School of Religion in Berkley, California, her life passions and vocation were service oriented. She was Interim Chaplain to the faculty, staff, and students at Stephens College for a brief time and North America Staff to the 28th General Assembly of the World Student Christian Federation. Along with many other distinctions she was also the Executive Staff for the Council for Ecumenical Student Christian Ministry with offices at 475 Riverside Drive in New York City. It was during this time that she and Adam met, romanced and took vows of marriage. After a few years they moved to New Mexico to take on different kinds of service challenges. Wherever she went she brought fresh delight to the earth, the birds, the animals, and the people. Her life was full of passion (especially for music, art, and horses). From early childhood she seemed to know how to engage the compassion of others to reach out for her causes. This became particularly true when her physical health limited her. What a wife! What a woman! What a wonderful human being! No doubt all the things she loved join us in a wish for her peace. It will be another 100 years till the world will see another 06 06 06 224 or another like Gayla. A Memorial Tribute For Gayla will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at her last residence: 814 Artie Road NW (Alameda, to Guadalupe, and left on Artie - 2nd house on right). Contributions and gifts may be sent to support the work of the New Mexico Cancer Center at 4901 Lang Ave. Albuquerque, N.M. 87109 or The Hospice Unit of Presbyterian Hospice 8300 Constitution NE. Albuquerque, N.M. 87110, where Gayla received such professional and compassionate care. Adam and her family. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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STACEY -- Carl August 5, 1931 to June 2, 2006 Arrangements in the care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 505-764-9663
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VIGIL -- ANDREW J. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were to so kind and supportive during this difficult time. Special thanks are extended to St. Anne's Catholic Church in Albuquerque, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cuba, NM; to the pallbearers; to those who sent floral tributes, cards, and food. Your thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered. Funeral Services were entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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VIGIL -- Helen Mrs. Helen Vigil, 85, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 9, 2006 with her loving family by her side and is now in Heaven with the Lord. Mrs. Vigil is the beloved mother to Lorraine King and husband, Michael, to Steven Vigil and wife, Leticia, Danny Vigil and wife, Kathy, David Vigil and wife, Dena. Mrs. Vigil is also survived by one brother, Jose Ferrer; two sisters, Gloria Baca and Mary Delia Lovato; 17 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Vigil was preceded in death by her husband, Miguel, a son, Rosendo and a step-sister, Annie. Mrs. Vigil was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation for Mrs. Vigil will be Monday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. at St. Edwins Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW by Father Bill Sanchez. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. where she will be layed to rest with her husband, Miguel Vigil. Pallbearers will be Daniel Vigil, Conrad Torres, Ronald Torres, Jeremy Holmes, Greg Holmes and Tomas King. Honorary pallbearers will be, James Vigil, Jessie Vigil, Joel Vigil, Adrian Martin del Campo and Jason Vigil. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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WEAVER -- Elinor A. Weaver, age 91, a resident of Albuquerque for the last five years and previously of Oklahoma City, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2006. She is survived by her son and his wife, William and Janie Weaver, of Albuquerque; a brother and his wife, John and Elinor Albright, of Tulsa, OK; a sister and her husband, Virginia and Garvin McMakin, of Tucker, GA; grandchildren, Melissa Brown and her husband, Steve, of Lubbock, TX, and Melanie Sparks and her husband, Mike, of Albuquerque; and three great-grandchildren, Baylee and Hannah Brown and Carlee Sparks. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mark W. Weaver; a son, John R. Weaver; and two brothers, George Albright and Henry Albright. Elinor was a member of the Metropolitan Baptist Church of Oklahoma City. Elinor was a retired elementary school teacher and an accomplished artist who enjoyed water colors, china painting and oil painting. Services will be held at Chapel Hill Funeral Home in Oklahoma City. Please call for details. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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WELLMAN -- Marjorie E. Rose Wellman, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her daughters, Karen Clapper and husband, Steve and Wanda Grover and husband, Craig; son, Mark Wellman, all of Albuquerque; and ten grandchildren. Mrs. Wellman was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Norman E. Wellman. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, June 16, 2006, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Animal Humane Association of NM, Inc, 615 Virginia SE, 87108 or the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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WELLS -- Arthur D. Wells, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2006. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
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ZANNES -- Tommy Zannes, 56, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2006. He was preceded in death by his mother, Estelle Zannes and his father, Tommie Zannes. Tom is survived by his loving family: wife, Madeleine Zannes; son, Alexander Zannes (who told his Dad that HE was his inspiration); sister, Maria Zannes and her son, Peter (who told his Uncle Tom that HE was his hero); and brother, Timothy Zannes (wife, Lucy and son, Shamus). He will be greatly missed by many others, including his Uncle Louie and Aunt Gwen; Aunt Joan; his cousins; nieces and nephews; his loving in-laws; and many, many dear friends. Tom was a ski racing coach in Taos in the early '70s; Chief Photographer for KOB-TV '76 to '78, a cameraman for WNBC news in New York and President of Electronic Films, Inc. He won multiple awards, including three Emmys, for cinematography. Tom Zannes was an inspiration to all who knew him. A Life Celebration for Tom will be held at the Ladera Golf Course on Monday evening, June 26, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. Please RSVP through Reflections. Donations can be sent to the American Cancer Society (brain cancer research), 10501 Montgomery NE, 87111. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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CARTER -- Theresa Maria Carter, 74, our angel from God, was called to Heaven on Thursday, June 8, 2006. She was born on December 23, 1931 in Antonito, CO. She is survived by her sons, James Gregory, Phillip Anthony, and Alan and wife, Lala; grandchildren, Paul and Savannah; brothers, Tony and wife, Viola, Teddy and wife, Vicky, Abe and wife, Helen and Pete; sisters, Epi and husband, Walter, and Viola, and sisters-in-law, Ruth and Melita Lobato. She is also survived by her loving friend and special caretaker, Rose Davis. Theresa was preceded in death by her husband, James Paul Carter; father, Teodoro Lobato; mother, Ruby Jaramillo Lobato and grandson, Joseph Alexander Carter. Theresa enjoyed traveling, especially to South Fork, CO where she would share precious moments with friends and family. There she could enjoy the beauty of the San Juan Mountains, engage in friendly games of poker and just celebrate life. She was also an accomplished bowler whose many trophies accumulated faster than the space to store them. Theresa was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend who will be missed dearly by all who knew her. Theresa accepted her journey through the stages of Alzheimers with strength and courage. The family extends special thanks to the staff at Las Palomas Nursing Home and to Preferred Hospice of New Mexico, to whom Theresa was greatly endeared. Rosary will be recited Saturday, June 10, 2006, 7:30 p.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church in Albuquerque, NM. Visitation will be held Sunday, June 11, 2006 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home in Antonito, CO. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 12, 2006, 1:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Conejos, CO. Interment will follow at Lobatos Cemetery in Antonito, CO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 209, Albuquerque, NM 87111. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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COOPER -- Theodora Cooper, 99, born in Oscoda, MI in 1907, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2006 after a short illness. She was preceded by her husband, Dr. Ray Cooper and her eight siblings. She is survived by her only child, Foster Cooper of Albuquerque, and several nieces and nephews. Teddy earned a Life Certificate in teaching from Ypsilanta State Teachers College in Michigan in 1926, where she taught in several rural and urban schools. She continued teaching at Sandia Base Elementary School in 1948, graduated from UNM in 1950, and retired from Sandia in 1972. She was active in AAUW and was an officer of the NM Council of Mathematics Teachers. A charitable donation in lieu of flowers is suggested. Interment will be in Oscoda, MI.
        Published on: Sat June 10, 2006