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ANAYA -- Victor S. Anaya Sr., 61, beloved father, son, brother, and husband passed away on March 24, 2005 after a 15 month battle with cancer. Vic was born November 13, 1943 in Fort Bragg, NC. He enlisted in the US Navy in 1963 and served in Vietnam as a radarman aboard the USS Robinson. Vic moved back to Albuquerque in 1968 where he worked for General Electric as a machinist for 21 years until his diagnosis late in 2003. Victor will be sorely missed but never forgotten by his family, friends and all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Feliciano and Josefa Ortega; and brother, Ruben Anaya. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Jean Schroeder Anaya of Albuquerque; parents, SanJuana and Alfredo Zapata of Anthony, NM; brother, Fernando Anaya and fiance, Margaret of Albuquerque; sisters, Linda Tarango of Albuquerque, Lisa Zapata of Canutillo, TX; children, Victor II of Albuquerque, Michelle Zapata of Anthony, NM, Alex and wife, Lorraine of Albuquerque, Angela and husband, Jarrod Nall of Texarkana, TX, Michael and wife, Tina of Texarkana, TX, Sharon of Albuquerque, Wade and wife, Maxine of Chicago, IL; and grandchildren, Crystal, Matthias, Jade, Justin, Michael II, Daniel, Tristan, Tyler, Layna, Paul and Michelle. Memorial Services will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 2005 at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary , 9502 4th St. NW.
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ATKESON -- Steve "RED" Atkeson was a Roofer, spending most of his 53 years in Albuquerque, NM. On March 24, 2005, he was taken by a heart attack, to be with his sweet Mother, Janie. He was survived by father, Charles of Roswell, NM and sister, Eve. He will be missed by his Boss-Brother-Friend, Dan. Jan, the Family, all the "Guys", and his love, Patricia are feeling lost without him. Red's tall frame, husky voice, and bushy red beard made him unique. He was loyal, generous, and kind, touching many lives with his gentle humor and free spirit. He loved the Mountains, going to Garage Sales, sitting under the stars or in a Pub. His favorite thing was fishing with Dan. Whether they were on a Roof, in a boat, driving around, or looking at the water, they were usually beside each other. If Red called you friend, you were blessed. His Friends are saddened by the loss. We will miss you "Big Red." In life and death, with love, Dan, Jan, Gilly, John, Dave, Poco, Kelly, Dawn, Heather, and all the crew. I will miss your sweet Spirit every single day. Love, Mom.
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BASSETT -- Charlotte M. Bassett, 76, a 52-year resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, March 29, 2005. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Richard R. Bassett of Albuquerque; daughters, Cheryl Carter of Austin, TX and Gayle O'Dell of Cypress, CA; grandchildren, Clint Hoover, Amy Balderama, Brandon Carter, Haley Carter and Colten O'Dell; great-granddaughter, Emily Balderama. Charlotte was born in Armington, IL. She attended the University of Illinois in Champagne, IL. In 1952 she moved to Albuquerque and was employed by Sandia Labs. She was a talented musician and taught piano lessons to many children. After the birth of her children she was a loving mother and homemaker for her daughters and husband. She enjoyed their Jemez Mountain cabin and her friends whom she visited with every summer. Services were held Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment followed at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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BUTLER -- Dorothee Murphy Butler, beloved wife and mother, passed away peacefully in her home on March 19, 2005 surrounded by her daughters. Dorothee was born October 8, 1916 in Piedmont, California and was currently residing in Palos Verdes Estates, California. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, R.E. "Tim" Butler; and is survived by her five daughters, Sally (Mitch Rendell), Therese (Art Martinez), Mary Ellen, Virginia (Les Fishman) and Colleen (Vinnie Piazza); nine grandchildren: Jim, Mark, Jennifer, Vince, Heidi, Andrew, Nikayla, Amy and Fred; and eight great-grandchildren, Amanda, Stephanie, Nathaniel, Alexander, Lucas, Olivia, Sarah Grace and Cara; as well as many dear friends. Dorothee ("Tutu" as she was affectionately known to her grandchildren) met and married Tim in Berkeley, California in 1942. They moved to Albuquerque in 1949 where Tim started his career with Sandia Labs. Dorothee had a successful career in interior design where "she could turn a room into a work of art." She brought her sense of style, love of beauty and grace to everything and everyone around her. Dorothee was a fully engaged student of life, returning to school in her 50s to obtain a University Studies degree and moving back to California in her early 80s. She was an avid reader and loved art, theater, travel, the diversity of other cultures, and gourmet food (cooking and sampling!). She had a lifelong interest in politics, sports, language, music and movies and was always available for a lively discussion. A devoted Catholic, Dorothee lived her faith as she brought her gentle and accepting spirit to all those she met. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed. Contributions in her honor may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor located at either 2100 S. Western Avenue, San Pedro, California, 90732, or 1900 Mark Avenue, Gallup, New Mexico 87301, or to the charity of your choice. A Funeral Mass will be held at the Newman Center on April 4, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. in Albuquerque with an Interment Ceremony for the family immediately following in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dorothee will be laid to rest next to her darling Tim at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Santa Fe.
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CASTILLO -- Lorencita Castillo, 66, a resident of Los Chaves went to be with our Lord on Saturday March 26, 2005. Lorencita is survived by her loving husband of 47 years Joe C. Castillo of Los Chavez; her children, daughter Catherine and husband Mark Mechenbier of Amarillo TX; sons Joseph Castillo, John Castillo, and Ted Castillo all of Albuquerque; four grandchildren Brandi and Josh Castillo of Albuquerque, Laura and Priscilla Mechenbier of Amarillo TX. Cremation has taken place and a private family ceremony will be held at a later date. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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CHAVEZ -- Julia B. Mrs. Julia B. Chavez, 75, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on March 31, 2005. Mrs. Chavez is survived by her loving children, Jude Vallez and wife, Charlotte, Ramona Baca and husband, Gene Sr., Charlie Vallez and wife, Virginia, Tom Chavez and wife, Erica, Irma Ramirez, Darlene Romero and husband, Porfirio, Denise Chavez, Lupita Gaspar and Gloria Chavez; her mother, Maria Elena Torres; two sisters, Maria Elena and Gloria; one brother, Benjamin Barraza; 33 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mrs. Chavez was preceded in death by her husband, Estanislado T. Chavez and a son, Dennis Chavez. A visitation for Mrs. Chavez will be Monday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service to be held at 1:00 by Pastor Ken Moore. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Manuel Romero, Raymond Nevarez, Geno Baca Jr., Rudy Ramirez, Julian Vallez, and Adam Ramirez. Honorary pallbearers will be Tom Chavez, Jude Vallez, Charlie Vallez, Gene Baca Sr., and Porfirio Romero. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
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CONTY -- Jimmy Conty, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1937, died April 1, 2005. He was 10th of 11 children born to immigrant parents. Jimmy was Catholic by faith. He retired from AT & SF Railroad in 1975 after 37 years. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Lillian Conty of Albuquerque; daughters, Rosemary Cox and Virginia Conway and her husband, Bob, Jr., all of Albuquerque; a brother, William Conty of La Junta, CO; two grandchildren, Christine Conway and Robert Vincent Conway; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary on Monday, April 4, 2005. A Rosary will be recited on Monday at 7:00 p.m. immediately following the visitation. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8100 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
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CRITES -- Dr. Genevieve F. Turner Damgaard Crites died Good Friday morning, March 25, 2005. She was 89. Her loving husband, Kenneth K. Crites cared for her mostly in their home in Albuquerque, NM after she suffered a massive heart fibrillation attack September 1, 1995, in Fairbanks, AK just prior to an Alaskan cruise. Genevieve was preceded in death by her parents, Ned and Lucy F. Turner; her brother, Edwin Turner; sister, Juanita Mitchell; and former husband, Dr. John A. Peter Damgaard, Jr. Genevieve is survived by her husband; her son, John A. Damgaard III of Santa Fe, NM; her sister, Marjorie Uhr of Sedalia, MO; her niece, Anne Uhr White of Cheyenne, WY; her niece, Sue Uhr Boehne and husband, Dennis of Joplin, MO; her nephew, Doug Mitchell and wife, Barbara of Springfield, MO. Genevieve graduated from Drury College in Springfield, MO class of 1938. She attended the University of Illinois. She enlisted and became an Ensign with the Navy Waves. Genevieve received a Masters Degree in Education from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, where she originally met Kenneth (Kip) Crites. They were married the day after Thanksgiving in 1986 in Silver Spring, MD. Genevieve received her Doctorate in statistics from the college in Greeley, CO. Genevieve taught in the upper grades of elementary school for 34 years in the Albuquerque Public School System. She was an officer and served as President of professional organizations: Pi Lambda Theta, Alpha Delta Kappa, and American Business Women's Association. Genevieve was a member of St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church in Albuquerque, NM. Genevieve's cremains will be interred in the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM on Wednesday, April 6, 2005. A Memorial Service celebrating her life will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5, 2005 at St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Pl. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106.
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EMBERSON -- Shirley I. Emberson, loving mother, grandmother, and devoted partner of Albuquerque, NM, passed at her home on Thursday, March 31, 2005 following a short illness. Shirley owned the Real Estate Connection. Her interests included family, art, antiques, and the color blue. Shirley was a creative, tender, and insightful soul who gave so much too so many. She is survived by her loving partner, Jane E. Runkles; her children, Shirley L., Shannyn C., and Warner R. Pareo; and her granddaughter, Sahlea N. Tubbeh. A Memorial Service will be held at Sunset Memorial on Monday April 4, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. In Lieu of flowers please make a donation to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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GALLEGOS -- GAVINA R. The family of Mrs. Gavina R. Gallegos 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 the Franciscan Friar, Holy Family Catholic Church, presider of the Mass; to Mrs. Trinnie Lucero for reciting the Rosary; and to the staff and doctors at Albuquerque Regional Medical Center for their kindness and care. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW
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