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KING -- Robert Lee (Bob) King, 81, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2004. Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at the "Pit", University Arena's Bob King Court, University Blvd. and Avenida Ceasar Chavez SE, Bishop Scot Thurgood, officiating. Friends may visit Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., for viewing at the Pit. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Tue December 14, 2004

CASEY -- Altha Juanita Casey, 84, born in Tishamingo, Oklahoma in 1920, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died on Saturday, December 11, 2004. Altha is survived by her husband of 37 years, Ed Casey; sister, Marie Lickty and husband Dick; brother-in-law, J. Frank Casey; 6 grandchildren, Kelli Johnson, Cindi Conradson, James Webber, Gary Ray Webber, Billy Waide Webber, Jody Davis; 12 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson; several nieces, nephews and family members. Altha is also survived by many special friends including Mildred and Fred Garms and family and Melva Chavez. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Connie Jo Johnson, son, Estle E. Webber, one brother and 3 sisters, step-son, Mark Casey, parents, Estle and Amy Stroud and father-and mother in-law Wiley S. and Bessie L. Casey. Altha was a traffic supervisor for Mountain Bell for 24 years and retired in 1977. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and the Presbyterian Volunteer Auxiliary, where she logged nearly 4000 hours of volunteer work at Kaseman Hospital Day Surgery. Altha also worked in the gift shop on occasion. Services will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Tuesday, December 14, 2004 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary, 1100 Central Ave. NM, 87106, or Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Road NE, Suite 102, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Mon December 13, 2004

CORTESE -- Frank B. Cortese, Sr., (Papa) age 77, went home to be with the Lord and his beloved Tillie (Termite) on December 8, 2004. Frank was born in Albuquerque, NM to Bruno and Angela Cortese. He is survived by his children, Frank B. Cortese II and wife Deborah, David B. Cortese and wife Sue, Tania M. Triolo and husband Adam, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Nicholas and Noel Cortese, Hollis White and Cristin Fuller, and Amber and Monique Triolo; great-grandchildren, David, Eli, and Ethan; two sisters, Rosemary Shaw and Peggy Romero and husband Jerry of Albuquerque; and lifelong friend Lawrence Rivera. Frank graduated early from St. Mary's High School in Albuquerque, so that he could enlist in the Navy. He was a veteran of World War II, having survived time in the South Pacific as Seaman First Class. Upon returning to Albuquerque, he entered school at UNM where he earned a BS in chemical engineering. . During May 2002 he was honored as a 50 year, golden alumni at University of New Mexico's commencement exercises. In addition to attending school, Frank operated a local establishment with his father called Frank's Bar. It was during this time he met the love of his life, Tillie. Frank and Tillie married on September 10, 1951 and remained married until her death in June 2003. A few years after marrying, Frank sold the bar, but this did not stop his adventurous, entrepreneurial, spirit. During his lifetime his career path was a winding one. He worked as an insurance salesman, a private investigator, drove a truck for Zip potato chip company, delivered milk, owned a gas station, owned Real Milk dairies, and eventually settled into a job at Nobel/Sysco food company where he worked for 20+ years. After "retiring" from Sysco, he worked in his business, Cortese Rental Properties while helping Tillie in her Mary Kay career. Frank had three children and was very proud of all of them. He always encouraged them to do their best, excel in all they did, and supported them throughout their endeavors. In between work adventures and raising a family, Frank enjoyed remodeling his home. Throughout the years he spent countless hours mixing concrete, putting up rock facing, and landscaping. Frank loved to listen to music, especially opera, and was always reading. He loved to cook. During Christmas time Frank would battle Tillie for the kitchen so he could make his Italian specialties. "Papa" loved all his grandchildren and took pride in watching them grow, taking care of them before and after school and cooking for them. His hearty laugh and stern lectures will be missed by all. The last 9 months of his life were spent at the Cottages of Albuquerque where he was taken care of by his angels here on earth. The family cannot extend enough thanks to the angels at the Cottages for the care, love and respect that was extending to our "Papa" while being a resident at the facility. Rosary will be recited Sunday, December 12, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Andy Chavez, reciting. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Rd.NE, Suite 102, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Mon December 13, 2004

KING -- Robert Lee (Bob) King, services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at the "Pit", University Arena's, Bob King Court, University Blvd. and Avenida Ceasar Chavez SE, Bishop Scot Thurgood, officiating. Friends may visit Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., for viewing at the Pit. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to LOBO Legacy - Bob King Family Endowment, UNM Foundation, One UNM, MSC 074260, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Mon December 13, 2004

ARAGON -- Phillip James Aragon, age 49, passed away on December 9, 2004 in Albuquerque following an illness. Phillip was born May 1, 1955 in Cuervo, NM to the home of Nicolas and Beatrice Salas Aragon. He attended schools in Santa Rosa, graduating from Santa Rosa High School. He made his home in Los Lunas in 1978. Phillip was a member of the San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas. He enjoyed welding, fishing, fixing and working on old cars, raising rabbits and loved being with his grandson. Phillip was employed with TDS Tire Company as a tire technician. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Pablo and Guadalupe Salas; paternal grandparents, Max and Miquela Rael; and his cousin, Max Rael. Survivors include his daughter, Candace Aragon; and his son, Ryan Aragon both of Los Chavez; grandchildren, Lorenzo Aragon, Camille Aragon and Dante Aragon, parents Nicolas and Beatrice Aragon; brothers, Henry Trujillo of Anton Chico, Nick Aragon and wife Priscilla and Ray Aragon all of Los Lunas; sisters, Angie Baca and husband Isidro of Amarillo, TX, Ruth Cline of Los Lunas, Lenora Flores of Mesa, AZ, Pauline Aragon of Los Lunas, Lucille Baca and husband Victor of Santa Rosa, Madlin Aragon of Los Lunas, Fay Aragon of Los Lunas and Mary Chavez and husband Arthur of Los Chavez along with numerous nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends. Rosary services will be held on Monday, December 13, at 7:00 p.m. from St. Rose of Lima Church in Santa Rosa. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 14, at 10:00 am also from St. Rose Church with Father Nick Nichols officiating. Burial will follow at the Cuervo Catholic Cemetery in Cuervo, NM. Serving as Pallbearers will be Andy Salas, Ruben Aguilar, Mayo Aragon, Patrick Gefroh, Joshua Chavez and Jose Flores. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home 923 South 3rd St. Santa Rosa, NM (505)472-3369. For online condolences please visit www.chavezfuneralhome.com
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

CHAVEZ -- SENIDA. The family of Mrs. Senida Q. Chavez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; for the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Pastor Steve Smothermon, Legacy Church, for officiating the Funeral Service, to Presbyterian Hospice for their kindness and care and to the pallbearers. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

CORTESE -- Frank B. Cortese, Sr., (Papa) age 77, went home to be with the Lord and his beloved Tillie (Termite) on December 8, 2004. Frank was born in Albuquerque, NM to Bruno and Angela Cortese. He is survived by his children, Frank B. Cortese II and wife Deborah, David B. Cortese and wife Sue, Tania M. Triolo and husband Adam, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Nicholas and Noel Cortese, Hollis White and Cristin Fuller, and Amber and Monique Triolo; great-grandchildren, David, Eli, and Ethan; two sisters, Rosemary Shaw and Peggy Romero and husband Jerry of Albuquerque; and lifelong friend Lawrence Rivera. Frank graduated early from St. Mary's High School in Albuquerque, so that he could enlist in the Navy. He was a veteran of World War II, having survived time in the South Pacific as Seaman First Class. Upon returning to Albuquerque, he entered school at UNM where he earned a BS in chemical engineering. . During May 2002 he was honored as a 50 year, golden alumni at University of New Mexico's commencement exercises. In addition to attending school, Frank operated a local establishment with his father called Frank's Bar. It was during this time he met the love of his life, Tillie. Frank and Tillie married on September 10, 1951 and remained married until her death in June 2003. A few years after marrying, Frank sold the bar, but this did not stop his adventurous, entrepreneurial, spirit. During his lifetime his career path was a winding one. He worked as an insurance salesman, a private investigator, drove a truck for Zip potato chip company, delivered milk, owned a gas station, owned Real Milk dairies, and eventually settled into a job at Nobel/Sysco food company where he worked for 20+ years. After "retiring" from Sysco, he worked in his business, Cortese Rental Properties while helping Tillie in her Mary Kay career. Frank had three children and was very proud of all of them. He always encouraged them to do their best, excel in all they did, and supported them throughout their endeavors. In between work adventures and raising a family, Frank enjoyed remodeling his home. Throughout the years he spent countless hours mixing concrete, putting up rock facing, and landscaping. Frank loved to listen to music, especially opera, and was always reading. He loved to cook. During Christmas time Frank would battle Tillie for the kitchen so he could make his Italian specialties. "Papa" loved all his grandchildren and took pride in watching them grow, taking care of them before and after school and cooking for them. His hearty laugh and stern lectures will be missed by all. The last 9 months of his life were spent at the Cottages of Albuquerque where he was taken care of by his angels here on earth. The family cannot extend enough thanks to the angels at the Cottages for the care, love and respect that was extending to our "Papa" while being a resident at the facility. Rosary will be recited Sunday, December 12, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Andy Chavez, reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday, December 13, 2004, at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Rd.NE, Suite 102, 87110. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

KING -- Robert Lee (Bob) King, 81, a long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Sharel A. King; daughter, Christine King of Los Lunas; son, Gary King and wife, Marie of American Falls, ID; son, Larry King of Edgewood; daughter, Dianne Ohrberg of Albuquerque; son, Bradley King of Albuquerque; son, Randy King of Oceanside, CA; 13 grandchildren; 5 great-grand-children and one brother, Quentin King and wife, Virginia of Marshall, MO. He was preceded in death by his first wife Darlene King. Bob came to Albuquerque for the first time in 1962 as Head LOBO Basketball Coach until 1972 and is known as the father of Lobo Basketball. He was Athletic Director at Indiana State for eight years as well as the Head Basketball Coach for three years, before returning to Albuquerque in 1982. Since 1992 the LOBO basketball teams have played on what the University of New Mexico Athletic Department dedicated and named the "The Bob King Court". Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at the "Pit", University Arena's Bob King Court, University Blvd. and Avenida Ceasar Chavez SE, Bishop Scot Thurgood, officiating. Friends may visit Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., for viewing at the Pit. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to LOBO Legacy - Bob King Family Endowment, UNM Foundation, One UNM, MSC 074260, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004

ARTIAGA -- Felix Artiaga went home to be with the Lord on December 10, 2004 at the age of 91. He was born on October 6, 1913 in Los Lunas, New Mexico. Mr. Artiaga is survived by his wife Sofia Artiaga; sons, Clemente Artiaga and wife Pricilla and Tony Artiaga and wife Ronda; daughters, Mable Edmunds and husband William, Rose Sanchez and husband Tim, Irene Gee and husband Ted and Eileen Blea and friend Terry; sister, Lena Gallegos; 17 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Felix will deeply missed by his loving family. A rosary/vigil will be held on Sunday evening at 7:30 p.m. at San Clemente Church in Los Lunas, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at San Clemente Church. Pallbearers will be Clem Artiaga Jr., Michael Blea, Gabriel Sanchez, Freddie Chavez, Anthony Artiaga Jr. and Lawrence Artiaga. Services are in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222
        Published on: Sat December 11, 2004

GREEN -- Harold Green was born February 27, 1924 to the home of Royal Banks and Nettie Lee Brock Green near Hamlin, Jones County, Texas. He joined older brothers James and Bill in the family home. He and his brothers attended schools at Wise Chapel #55 adm when Harold finished the 8th grade, he stayed home to help the family business, farming and ranching. In 1940 he enlisted in the Army and served in Battery C 44th Field Artillery Battalion. His tour of duty included Normandy France, Rhineland, Central Europe, Ardennes, GO 33 WD45. During this period of time he was awarded the EAME Campaign Medal with 5 Bronze Stars, Bronze Star Medal, GO 62 HQ 4th Infantry Div, Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal and Purple Heart. He was a Reconnaissance Sergeant First Class (T) and qualified as a Marksman. He was separated at Fort Sam Houston on July 2, 1945 and returned to the family home where he started his own ranching business. Uncle Sam wasn't through with him and during the 1950s, he returned to the service where he served as a Cannoneer with the B Battery 424th FA Battalion and received the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, First Clasp to Good Conduct Medal and Overseas Bar. He was discharged January 25, 1955. Instead of returning to Texas he arrived in Albuquerque, New Mexico where he worked as a driver for P & S Ambulance Service. He met Carolyn Smith and they wed in January 1958 at First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. They moved to Santa Fe where he was employed with Craig Construction, then he had the opportunity to return to ranching and farming and they made their home in Bovina and Wildorado, Texas. They returned to Santa Fe where they purchased their first home and Harold worked for Cotton Butane as a transport driver then returned to Craig Construction and Hartzhorn Lathe and Plaster. In addition to residential construction, he worked on the State Capitol Building, and Denver International Airport. By this time their family had increased with the arrival of son Andrew and daughter Debra. He didn't want to be away from his family so they moved to Estancia, NM where he was employed as manager for LP Gas Company. While at Estancia he served as President of Estancia Valley Quarter Horse Breeder's Association. He worked with young people in horse showmanship and competitive events such as barrel racing. When LP Gas Company sold, they move to Farmington, NM where he worked for Arrow Gas Company as manager, then to Graves Butane as a truck driver and finally with Ikard Griffen as Manager and retired from the gas business in 1992. All through their married life, home and family were the Number One priorities and they joined in encouraging their children in competitive events as well as making certain they enjoyed family activities. Fishing trips were eagerly anticipated during the summer and included many trips to Lake Powell with camping at the lake edge in tents. Water skiing was a given and Harold spent many hours pulling his children and their friends around the lakes. After the children were away from home Harold and Carolyn renewed their interest in square dancing and then they purchased a motor home which opened a whole other world. Many trips around the Southwest as well as Mexico, Canada, and Alaska and since they were seldom home in Farmington, they sold their home. Eventually they arrived in Santa Rosa, Carolyn's family home and since there was a need to help with the family they established residence in what is now known as Cedervale Subdivision. They continued their fishing expeditions and expanded to include Sam Rayburn, in Texas, Oahu in South Dakota, and Portage in Saskatchewan. They continued their travels until health issues limited their activities. Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Royal Banks and Nettie Lee, two brothers James and Bill, sister in law Lillah Mae Green and nephew Stephen Green. He is survived by his wife of 46 years Carolyn of the family home, son Andrew of Castle Rock, CO, daughter Debra K. and husband Mike Karper and two grandsons, Josh and Aaron, all of Colorado Springs, CO, sister in law Margie Green of Lubbock; niece Susan and husband Tim Clifford and great nephews Stephen and Christopher of Dallas, and nephew Roy Clay Green of Lubbock. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2004, at 11:00 am from the First United Methodist Church in Santa Rosa. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home of Santa Rosa.
        Published on: Fri December 10, 2004