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HILEMAN -- Davy L. Hileman, age 72, passed away peacefully at home on May 30, 2006. He came from Michigan where he was a bank manager and later a realtor. He moved to New Mexico in 1972. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Bonnie; children, Terry, Craig, and Darci; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. He loved fishing and hunting but most of all his family. Memorial Services will be held June 8, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. at Sunrise East , 7601 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque, NM.
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JOHNSON -- Joan Harnitt Johnson, 85, died peacefully Saturday, June 3, 2006. Born October 6, 1920, in Ardmore, OK to John Maurice Hartnitt and Amanda Jane (Jordan) Hartnitt. Preceded in death by her parents; and infant sister; sister, Berneice Hartnitt Davidson; and husband, Charles, Johnson. Survived by cousin, Gayle Reeves of Jackson, MS; nephew, John Robert Davidson and wife, Linda; brother, Father Francis X. Eggert; sister, Shirley Villa and husband, Charles; sister, Phyllis Ables; brother, Pete Spehar and numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and -nephews, all of Albuquerque. Joan spent her childhood in Ardmore, OK. Her father owned, trained, and traded horses. An accomplished horsewoman, she began riding at age 3 1/2, and always rode in the parades in Ardmore and later, here in New Mexico. After her mother died following a brief illness when Joan was 14, the family eventually moved to Gallup, NM. In 1943, Joan enlisted in the Navy, serving in the WAVES for 2 1/2 years. Her postings took her to Washington, D.C. and New York City, and while she found that she enjoyed travel, she returned home to New Mexico when she completed her time in the Navy. In 1946, she took advantage of the GI Bill, attending the Albuquerque Business College to study secretarial subjects. Here, Joan found a career and a second home, becoming part of the Eggert family who operated the Business College. A bright woman and a conscientious student, she acquired exceptional secretarial skills, excelling particularly in shorthand. She then took a job at Sandia National Labs, where she worked for more than 14 years as a Division Secretary. While working at Sandia, Joan attended St. Joseph's College, earning her Bachelor's Degree. She also found time to take ballroom dancing, which led her to discover the two great loves of her life: ballroom dancing and her husband, Charles. While attending a Senior Singles evening at the Solo Club, Joan met "a good dancer" Charles Johnson. He was pleasantly surprised to find that Joan knew as many dances as he, and soon he was picking up her every week to go dancing. After a year, they married. It was the first marriage for Joan and Charles, both in their 40s, and they were perfectly suited for one another. Joan often said, "We are usually the first couple on the dance floor when the orchestra would start to play." They spent 17 wonderful years together while Charles' work as an architect took them to Seattle, Wichita, Topeka, San Antonio, San Francisco, and finally, Ridgecrest, CA. They danced all around the country and all through their marriage. In 1983, Charles died of lung cancer and Joan once again came home to Albuquerque. For 12 years Joan lived at The Vineyard where she enjoyed water aerobics, line dancing and many good friends. She served several terms as secretary of the Homeowner's Association. Joan spent the last three years in assisted living where she was compassionately cared for by David Alderete and Richard Moya. Joan was a convert to Catholicism and very devout in her faith. She and Charles shared that faith and were active members of the Church throughout their marriage. Her kindness, sweet spirit and generosity were a gift to all who knew her and remain an inspiration to the family she left behind. We will miss her dearly, but celebrate knowing that she is in God's hands and is once again dancing with her beloved, Charles. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, June 7, 2006, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with Father Francis X. Eggert, reciting. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Thursday, June 8, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Casa Angelica Home, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 or to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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JOHNSON -- Wilma Lee Johnson, 93, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, went to be with our Lord Sunday, June 4, 2006. She is survived by her daughters, Helen Gragg and Grace Townsend, both of Albuquerque; loving granddaughters, Debra Garcia of Albuquerque and Linda Goetz of Los Lunas; grandsons, Ken and Jim Townsend; brother, Billy Joe Taylor; and sister, Mildred Starr. Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert Lee Johnson. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. A visitation will be held at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Graveside Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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KARP -- Mary P. Karp "Granny," 92, passed away surrounded by her family and friends on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 in Albuquerque. She had a good life and always endeared herself to those around her no matter how short the encounter. Granny loved to work and took care of many people throughout her life and volunteered for years at the Storehouse. She loved to garden and bake and always had energy to play cards. We will all miss her but we are comforted knowing that she will always be with us in our hearts. Granny is survived by her only child, Dolores Michutka; grandchildren, Rodney Jeffries, Diane Haney, Gregory Jeffries and Brian Jeffries; and great-grandchildren, Nathan, Ross, Tessa, John, Bridgette, and Brad. Also surviving is her dear sister and friend, Dorothy Markan, and numerous nieces and nephews. We were all blessed to have her in our lives for so many years. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, June 10, 2006, at 1:30 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will take place in Michigan next to her loving husband who passed away many years ago. Granny, we love you. We are happy knowing that you are dancing the polka once again and will always watch over us. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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LEAL -- Ruth L. Leal passed peacefully away on Monday, June 5, 2006 at her home in Corrales, NM. She was born on November 26, 1917 to Jose Miguel and Aurelia (Apodaca) Lucero in Alameda, NM. Ruth was a devoted wife and mother who cherished every moment with her family. She enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren and step-grandchildren and will never be forgotten for her kindness. Ruth had her own business as a beautician. She is survived by her sons, Gary M. Leal and wife, Beverly of Corrales, NM and Bennie P. Leal, Jr. of Corrales, NM; two grandchildren, Gary D. Leal and wife, Eva of Rio Rancho, NM and Anjelica Leal and fiance, Joseph Romero of Alameda, NM. Ruth also has two step-grandsons, Nick Patton of Fort Bragg, NC and Erik Patton of Corrales, NM; and one step-granddaughter, Kailey Mitchell and husband, Ryan of Albuquerque, NM; five great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; three sisters, Margaret Garcia of Corrales, NM, Ana Brown and husband, Johnnie, and Rena Brown and husband, Joe, both of Alameda, NM; four brothers, Manuel Lucero and wife, Eufamia and Ray Lucero, both of Alameda, NM and Willie Lucero and Ray Lucero, both of Albuquerque, NM. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie Leal, Sr. and two brothers, Ernesto Lucero and Lalo Lucero. Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be held on Thursday, June 8, 2006, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel. The Mass of the Christian Burial will be on Friday, June 9, 2006, 11:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Parish, 5015 Corrales Road, Corrales, NM with Father James Vance, Celebrant. Friends may visit on Thursday June 8, 2006 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Westside Chapel. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM at 2:00 p.m. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Road NW (505) 897-0300
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QUINTANA -- Joseph A. Quintana November 19, 1922 - June 3, 2006 Joe Quintana, a resident of Albuquerque for over 52 years, died peacefully following a lengthy illness on June 3, 2006. Joe was born in Ilfeld, NM. He is survived by his wife, Albina Quintana; five sons and three daughters, Josie Maez and husband, Charles, Vera Dallas and husband, Henry, Joey Quintana and wife, Pam, Anthony Quintana and wife, Debbie, Gilbert Quintana and wife, Dena, Richard Quintana and Shannen Raff, Cynthia Quintana and Lori Lucero, Stephen Quintana and wife, Trish. Joe also leaves behind nieces, nephews, and many grandchildren: Angelica Edgington and husband, Ryan, Melanie Maez, Heather Maez, Hilary Maez, Kyle Dallas, Keith Dallas, Justin Quintana, Jocelyn Quintana, Amanda Quintana, Salina Quintana, Kevin Quintana, Alyssa Muller, Felicia Quintana, Derek Quintana, Jacob Quintana, Jordan Quintana; and great-grandson, Isaiah Quintana. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 8, 2006 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Home, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, June 9, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Church, 300 Mildred Avenue NW. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to support Alzheimer's Association of New Mexico Chapter, 9500 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 209, Albuquerque, NM 87111.
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SAAVEDRA -- Rolando Saavedra died on June 3, 2006 at the age of 85. He was born on December 25, 1920 in Albuquerque, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at the St. Anne Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Funeral services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
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SMITH-MYERS -- Jennifer Lea Smith-Myers, 44, a resident of Albuquerque for 22 years, died Monday, June 5, 2006. She is survived by her husband of three years, Edward James Myers of Albuquerque; mother, Catherine Smith and husband, James of Amelia Island, FL; father, Gary Smith and wife, Sida of Sarasota, FL; one sister, Deidre K. Gunderson and husband, Tim of Albuquerque; grandmother, Vivian Dykes of Richmond, IN; and other relatives and friends. Jennifer was born in Richmond, Indiana on February 27, 1962 and graduated from Langley High School in McLean, VA. She was a beloved wife, daughter, and sister and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Memorial Services will be held at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, on Thursday, June 8, 2006, at 4:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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VIGIL -- Andrew J. Vigil, beloved son, grandson, and nephew, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2006 at a local hospital. He was born on March 9, 1966 in Cuba, NM to the late Herman Vigil and Felice Armijo. Andrew graduated from Cuba High School with the Class of 1984 and was a Journeyman Electrician by trade. Andrew is survived by his loving mother, Felice Baldonado and husband, Joe of Albuquerque; his grandparents, Lala Vigil of Cuba, NM, and Reynaldo and Josie Baldonado of Albuquerque; his aunts and uncles, Vivian Martinez, Cecil and Ramona Sanchez, Loretta Martinez, Max and Rita Jaramillo of Albuquerque, Joe and Mary Archuleta of Lomita, CA, Marshall and Margie Maestas, Mike Martinez and Frank Archuleta of Farmington, NM, Larry and Kathy Vigil, Brad and Eva Crowther, and Margaret Vigil of Cuba, NM. Also surviving are a special little sister, Monica Sanchez; four very special friends (brothers), David Sanchez, Dominic Cuaron, Tim Green, and Daniel Johnsey, all of Albuquerque; and numerous other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Delfido Vigil, Policarpio and Benita Armijo; uncles, Estanislado (Tannie) Martinez, Leo Vigil; and aunt, Helen Archuleta. Andrew will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. Visitations will be today (Wednesday) from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd., SW, in Albuquerque; followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m.; and on Thursday in Cuba, NM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church; visitations from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning at Immaculate Conception Church in Cuba at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Cuba Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tim Green, David Sanchez, Frank Martinez, Christopher Crowther, Marcos Jaramillo, and Dominic Casaus. Honorary bearers will be Daniel Johnsey, Steve Martinez, and Casey Martinez. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
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WHITE -- Pat White passed away suddenly on Friday, June 2, 2006. Born in Kahuku, HI on September 5, 1927, she graduated from Kahuku High School in 1944 and married the love of her life, Sam White, in 1949. Retired from sales, she was a devout Catholic and an active, 20-plus year member of the Kirtland AFB Chapel. She was professed a Secular Franciscan in 1993. Pat's gentle and loving manner will be missed by her family and friends. Her father and mother, Lope and Catalina Pao; a sister, Nancy Sells and her husband, Nathan Samuel White, preceded her in death. She is survived by her three daughters, Patsy Jones and husband, Ron, Kathy Gallegos and husband, Robert, and Dorothy Shaffer, all of Albuquerque; brothers, Albert Pao, and Bino Pao and wife, Estrella; sisters, Carrie Bajo, Dolores Butler and husband, Harold, all of Hawaii; sisters, Patricia Scully of Nevada and Lucy Abreu and husband, Eddie of California; many nieces and nephews; grandchildren, Angela Zmiejko, Christina Gallegos-Romero and husband, Jesus, Melissa Gallegos, Samantha Ruybal and husband, David, and Tyree Gallegos; and great-grandchildren, Saul, Jaide, and Caleb Romero and Holly Ruybal. A Franciscan Crown Rosary Service will be held Thursday, June 8, 2006, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, June 9, 2006, 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church. Interment will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Southwest Franciscan Missions, P.O. Box 12395, Albuquerque, NM 87195. The family invites friends to come by Pat's home after the Funeral Service. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed June 07, 2006