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Pacheco -- Mrs. Annie M.A. Pacheco, 68, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 3, 2001. Mrs. Pacheco is the beloved wife of 47 years to Mr. Lee Pacheco. She is also survived by her children, Leenora Pacheco, Bertha Pacheco and boyfriend, Mike, Judy Jaramillo and husband, David, Theresa Pacheco, Gloria Pacheco and boyfriend, Fidencio, Joseph Pacheco, Arturo Pacheco and wife, Diana, Jesus Pacheco and girlfriend, Erlinda; mother-in-law, Bertha Pacheco, 96 years of age; one sister, Pita Lucero; one brother, Frank Lesperance and wife, Celina; special neighbor, George and Della Tabet and sons; 32 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers and sisters-in-law and friends. She is preceded in death by her son, Lee Ross Pacheco and a brother, Larry Lesperance. Mrs. Pacheco was a member of the Catholic Church, past member of Compadres de Albuquerque, revived Los Posadas and the Blessing of The Animals, she promoted the true Spanish language, she was involved with taking care of the handicapped and less fortunate. She was a mom to everyone and an excellent cook (100%), she was also in a Walt Disney Production-Movie"The Mustang". She will be greatly missed by all. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at San Jose de Los Duranes Mission Church, 2110 Los Luceros NW, with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. Fidel Pacheco, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at San Jose de los Duranes Mission Church with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Joseph Pacheco, Arturo Pacheco, Jesus Pacheco, Jo-Jo Vallejos, Paul Vallejos and Arturo Pacheco Jr. Honorary will be Fidel Pacheco, Gabriel Pacheco, Christopher Pacheco, Rosendo De Haven and Simon Jaramillo. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Wed April 04, 2001

Herrera -- The family of Mrs. Adelina B. Herrera wish to express their sincere and lasting appreciation to all the relatives and friends for their kind and generous expression of love and support, for the beautiful floral tributes and the many prayers at the loss of our dear Mother. A special thank you to Pastor Bob Church, Pastor Neil Ortiz and Mike MacIntosh of Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque, Pastor Pablo Lucero, Jack and Josephine Fleming, Lupe Sandoval, Nap Benavidez, Patricia Buckle. Lillian Cordova, Giovanna Jaramillo, Mr. and Mrs. Simon Gomez and family, Dr. Siri Atma and Hari Parkash Khalsa and staff, Mary Ella Davis and staff, Veronica Carrillo, the Padilla family and the co-workers and employers for their generosity, support and understanding at this difficult time. There was an outpouring of love from so many others and we will always be touched and remember it always. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Sun April 01, 2001

Grano -- Guadalupe A. Grano, 86, went home to the Lord on Thursday, March 22, 2001. Mrs. Grano was born in Chihuahua, Mexico to Guadalupe and Josefa Andazola. As a child, her family moved to Dawson, New Mexico, where she was raised. She married Nicholas Grano on August 31, 1935, and remained married for 51 years until his death in 1986. Mrs. Grano was a parishioner of St Therese Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas Grano, and great-grandsons, Leon Perea and Mark Grano. She is survived by her sons, Robert Grano, Daniel Grano, and Dennis Grano, all of Albuquerque; and daughter, Rita Anaya of Belen. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Lisa, Nichole, George, Mitchell, Shelli, Karen, Dora, Andrew and Michael; 16 great-grandchildren, Patrick, Quierina, Irene, Adam, Timmy, Kimberly, Gene, Jacob, Justin, Tiffany, Seberina, Kyle, Mariah, Mark Anthony, Garret, and Victoria; brother Simon Andazola; and sisters, Mary McDaniel and Beatrice McSweeny. She will be deeply missed by her loving family. Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 25, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the 8th Street Chapel at Garcia Mortuary. A Rosary will follow Sunday at 7:00 p.m., also at Garcia Mortuary. Final Visitation will be held at St. Therese on Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., with Mass Of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Monday at St. Therese, with Father John Plans S.F., as celebrant. Cremation will follow services. Casket bearers will be Andrew Anaya, Patrick Anaya, Michael Anaya, Mitchell Grano, Jacob Perea, and George Meese. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW. 243-5222.
        Published on: Sun March 25, 2001

Cordova -- Perfecto Cordova, 56, went home to the Lord on Friday, March 16, 2001. He is preceeded in death by his son, Thomas Littrell and brothers, Nick and Martin. Perfecto was born in Belen on August 19, 1944 to Perfecto and Mary Cordova. He is survived by his wife, Melba Cordova; sons Ricky Sanchez and wife Sally, Floyd Cordova and partner David Trujillo, Perfecto Edwin Cordova and wife Leslie, and Desi Cordova and fiancé Christina; daughters Sandra Littrell and partner Lisa Fonseca, and Molly Cordova and fiancé Larry Medina; brothers Tommy Cordova and wife Demecia, Sammy Cordova, Andrew Cordova, Jimmy Sanchez, and Joe Sanchez and his wife Prudencia; sisters Josie Jaramillo and husband Simon, Virginia Fields and husband Richard, and Angie Marquez and husband Joe; 16 grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his loving family. Visitation will be held Sunday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Garcia Mortuary. An evening Prayer Service for Mr. Cordova will be held Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the 8th Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Final viewing will be held on Monday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. also at the Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Annes with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Michael Sanchez, Joshua Sanchez, Perfecto Cordova, IV, Ricky Sanchez, Jr., Cory Lopez, and Isaac Pacheco. Honorary Casket bearers will be Frank Fonseca, Sergio Escobido, and Jason Sanchez. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW. 243-5222.
        Published on: Sun March 18, 2001

Keller -- Man and His RootsI am a simple man enjoying a breathtaking sunrise as it overtakes the shadowed mountains.Plant life awakens, thriving on the ultraviolet rays of the beautiful morn, replenishing the leaves above ground.Roots thriving and reaching into the rich soil, searching deeper for richer soil.Mankind the same seeking richer soil enriching, expanding, roots going deeper.Man grows older living today searching for tomorrow.Michael Raymond KellerKELLER - Michael Raymond ("Dude"), born October 22, 1955, a proud loving father, husband, son, brother, uncle and great uncle to many, died on Ash Wednesday, February 28, 2001. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 15, 2001, at 6:00 p.m., at East Gate Church, on 12120 Copper, N.E., in Albuquerque, west of Chelwood on Copper. A pot luck dinner will be held at the church following the Memorial Service. Friends of the family are welcome. Michael is survived by his loving family, including his wife, Janet Keller; his daughters, Amanda Keller and Emily Keller; his mother, Nancy Keller; his father, Ed Keller; his stepmother, Joni Keller; his eight brothers and sisters, Lori Keller, Juli Keller, Patrick Keller, Tamara Romero, Christi Keller, Jill Keller, Joseph Keller, and James Keller; his brother-in-law, Rick Romero; his sisters-in-law, Rusty Keller and Daniela Keller; his many nephews and nieces, Shannon Adams, Danny Keller, Brandy and Johnny Pacheco, Ryan Keller, Jesse Adams, Chad Keller, Nathan Simon, Kelley Simon, Bradley Keller, Justin Keller, Joshua Keller, Nicole Keller, Alexis Keller, Joseph Keller, Jr; and his great-nieces, Trystany Adams and Ashelynn Bryer; and his great-nephews, Johnny Pacheco, Jr., and Christian Adams; and many life-long friends in Albuquerque and Colorado. He was predeceased by his nephew, Jason Paul Keller Chavez. Michael was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on October 22, 1955, and moved to Albuquerque in 1968 as an adolescent. As a young adult, he moved to Colorado with his buddies to pursue his love for the outdoors and has remained there since. He worked at Martin Marietta for over ten years and was a painter by trade. His hobbies included hunting and fishing, and training his bird dogs for his outdoor expeditions. He was secretly a poet and sometimes played the harmonica. His family, immediate and extended, his friends and his dogs were the source of joy in his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Michael Keller Memorial Children's Education Fund for Amanda and Emily, in care of Commercial Federal Bank, 9111 W. Bowles Avenue, Littleton, Colorado 80123 (303) 932-3007. Account No. 102-554-086. The family would like to express their heartfelt love and appreciation to family, friends, employers and coworkers who have been so supportive and understanding during this difficult time. Mike's favorite prayer: The Fisherman's Prayer God grant me that I may fish Until my dying day; And when it comes to my last cast I then most humbly pray, When in the lord's safe landing net I'm peacefully asleep, That in His mercy I may be judged Good enough to keep. Amen
        Published on: Tue March 13, 2001

Dugan -- Ralph G. Dugan, 82, passed away on March 4, 2001. A Funeral Service will be performed at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 9, 2001 at Palm Chapel, Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE. Interment will follow at 12:30 p.m. in National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Pallbearers are Raymond Cohen, Stephen Cohen, Steve Simon, John Cunby, Dick Feldbush, Ronald Maul, and Craig Hoppe. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of his arrangements.
        Published on: Fri March 09, 2001

Dugan -- Ralph G. Dugan, 82, passed away on March 4, 2001. He was born in Canton, OH on August 5, 1918. He made Albuquerque his home for more than 25 years. He retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1974 as an E-9 Chief Master Sergeant after 31 years of serving his country in three wars, World War II, the Korean Conflict and Vietnam. He was a member of American Legion Post #49, the V.F.W., and the Elks. He was also a Mason and a Shriner. Ralph is survived by a step-daughter, Sondra Bowen; his sister, Mary-Lou and her husband, Steve Simon; his brother Dale Dugan; a granddaughter and grandson; several nieces and nephews, all from Canton, OH. He is also survived by his companion of 15 years, Rosalin W. Cohen; her sons, Raymond Cohen, and his fiancée, Cathy Good, of Albuquerque; and Stephen Cohen, of San Diego, CA. Ralph was a kind, loving and caring man. He had the most wonderful neighbors and friends and we will all miss him very much. A Funeral Service will be performed at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 9, 2001 at Palm Chapel, Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE. Interment will follow at 12:30 p.m. in National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Pallbearers are Raymond Cohen, Stephen Cohen, Steve Simon, John Cunby, Dick Feldbush, Ronald Maul, and Craig Hoppe. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is in charge of his arrangements.
        Published on: Thu March 08, 2001

Sandoval -- Ramona M. Sandoval, 87, beloved aunt, sister, step mother and grandmother, was called home to be with the Lord, Saturday, February 10, 2001. Mrs. Sandoval was resident of San Ysirdo, NM; she was a woman with loving and caring ways who loved her family very much. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Simon Sandoval. She is survived by her loving niece, Lorraine Gonzales of San Ysidro, NM; her loving nephew, Phil Rivera and wife, Cathy of Valley Springs, CA; whom she raised as her own; and their children. Also surviving are two sisters, Evinia Maestas and Maclovia Mondragon, both of Modesto, CA; brother, Macario Maestas of San Ysidro; stepchildren, Carlos Sandoval and wife, Viola, Angie Trujillo and husband, Pedro of Ponderosa, NM; nine step-grandchildren; 16 step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those who knew and loved her. Family and friends may visit today from 3:00 p.m. till the time of the Rosary, which will be recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Catholic Church in San Ysidro, NM, with Fr. Don as celebrant. Interment will follow at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, in Cuba, NM. Casket bearers will be Greg Sandoval, Anthony Sandoval, Raymond Gonzales, Ernie Maestas, Gilbert Maestas and Abe Sanchez. Honorary bearers will be Phil Rivera, Clemente Rivera Jr., Mike Rivera, Doris Tellez, Mildred Peck and Inez Gonzales. For floral assistance, please call 898-3160. Funeral services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth Street NW.
        Published on: Mon February 12, 2001

Sena -- Our beloved sister and aunt, Ropana S. Sena, life long resident of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2001 after a brief illness at the age of 86. She was the daughter of the late Roman and Beatriz Sena and is survived by her sisters, Tomasita Gonzales of Albuquerque, Esther Griego and Dolores Gamboa of Downey, California; a brother, Nestor G. Sena of Albuquerque; a special sister-in-law, Merlinda Sena; and many loving nephews and nieces. Miss Sena was preceded in death by brothers, Claude Sena and Roman O. Sena and by sister, Adelina Sena Lopez. Visitation and viewing will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, February 11, 2001 followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Funeral Mass will he held at 10:00 a.m.. Monday at the Nativity the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Alameda, NM. Interment will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ted R. Lopez, Larry C. Lopez, Manny Palacios, Robert Garcia, Johnny Watrin, and Robert Whitehead. Honorary Pallbearers are Robert Gonzales, Donald T. Lopez, Ronald P. Lopez, Richard Sena, Roman Sena, Nestor Sena, Claude Sena, Arthur Griego, Randy Griego, and Simon Gamboa. The family would like to thank all of Miss Sena's friends and relatives for their prayers and support during her illness. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE.
        Published on: Sun February 11, 2001

Sena -- Our beloved sister and aunt, Ropana S. Sena, life long resident of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2001 after a brief illness at the age of 86. She was the daughter of the late Roman and Beatriz Sena and is survived by her sisters, Tomasita Gonzales of Albuquerque, Esther Griego and Dolores Gamboa of Downey, California; a brother, Nestor G. Sena of Albuquerque; a special sister-in-law, Merlinda Sena; and many loving nephews and nieces. Miss Sena was preceded in death by brothers, Claude Sena and Roman O. Sena and by sister, Adelina Sena Lopez. Visitation and viewing will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, February 11, 2001 followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Funeral Mass will he held at 10:00 a.m.. Monday at the Nativity the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Alameda, NM. Interment will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ted R. Lopez, Larry C. Lopez, Manny Palacios, Robert Garcia, Johnny Watrin, and Robert Whitehead. Honorary Pallbearers are Robert Gonzales, Donald T. Lopez, Ronald P. Lopez, Richard Sena, Roman Sena, Nestor Sena, Claude Sena, Arthur Griego, Randy Griego, and Simon Gamboa. The family would like to thank all of Miss Sena's friends and relatives for their prayers and support during her illness. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE.
        Published on: Sat February 10, 2001