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MOFFETT -- Katherine Moffett, 85, a homemaker, of Henderson, NV, passed away Monday, February 28, 2005. She was born January 27, 1920, in Marinette, WI. Formerly a 50 year resident of Albuquerque, she resided in Southern Nevada for 22 years. Katherine was preceded in death by her husband, John Moffett; sister, Marion Oakes; and brother, Robert Behrend. She is survived by her daughter, Pattie Roberts and her husband, Harold of Henderson, NV; grandson, Darryl McGinnis and his wife, Janet of Phoenix, AZ; granddaughter, Julie Downey and her husband, Brian of Henderson; and great-granddaughter, Hannah McGinnis of Phoenix. Graveside Services will be at 3:00 p.m. Monday, March 7, 2005 at Sunset Memorial Park in Albuquerque. Family suggests memorial contributions be made to Congregation Ner Tamid, 2761 Emerson Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89121, 702-733-6292.
        Published on: Mon March 07, 2005

SANTILLI -- Lois Lee Santilli, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, March 4, 2005. Lois is survived by her husband of 52 years, Alcide Santilli; twin sister, Louise Lee; niece, Mary Ann Mayfield and husband, Bob of Las Cruces, NM; nephew, John Lee and wife, Ruth of Elephant Butte, NM; and numerous great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Eugene Lee and sister, Ruth Palmer. Lois was the daughter of Dr. John David and Lilly Lee who moved their family to New Mexico from Alabama in the 1920s. They were lifelong members of Baptist Churches in the South and First Baptist Church in Albuquerque. She was a graduate of UNM and a lifetime teacher for the Albuquerque Public Schools. Lois and Al had an exciting and interesting life during Al's tenure as an officer in the US Army spending time in Asia, Europe, and also on the east coast of the United States. Services will be held Monday, March 7, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Rev. Steve Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Mon March 07, 2005

STARNES -- Robert B. Starnes, Jr., 62, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, March 5, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Frances Starnes of the family home; daughters, Alison Shafer and husband, Jason of Portland, OR and Emily Starnes of Washington, DC; brother, Charles R. Starnes of Orlando, FL; and grandson, Corwynn Shafer. Robert was certified as Double Distinguished in both rifle and pistol from the US Department of Civilian Marksmanship. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to time of service. The family requests that black clothing not be worn to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the UNM Cancer Research & Treatment Center, 900 Camino de Salud NE, MSC 084630. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Mon March 07, 2005

TARTAGLIA -- Edna A. Tartaglia, 90, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 4, 2005. Edna is survived by her two children, Paul M. Tartaglia and his wife, Stephanie, and Loretta M. Dow and her husband, Frank both of Albuquerque. She is also survived by her sister, Georgianna Otero of Albuquerque; eight Grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and two more great-great-grandchildren that will make their appearance later this year. The Rosary will be recited on Monday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m. at The Chapel of Sunrise. The Celebration of Mass will be held on Tuesday, March 8, at 10:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel. Flowers will be accepted by the family or donations can be made to Casa Angelica 5629 Isleta Blvd SW Albuquerque, NM 87105 or The Ronald McDonald House of Albuquerque 1011 Yale Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87106. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Mon March 07, 2005

WILSON -- Theron Dean Wilson, Jr., was born on February 11, 1976 in Albuquerque, NM. He was the son of Theron Dean Wilson, Sr. and Vera L. Posey-Wilson. Theron Jr. is survived also by his sister, Alicia Rael Wilson of Albuquerque; and two half sisters, Constance R. Wilson-Gilyard and Eileen T. Wilson of Austin and Dallas, Texas Respectively. Although Theron Jr. leaves to Cherish a host of aunts and uncles across the country, other aunts and uncles were present to watch Theron grow up. They are: Arthur B. Posey and wife, Dorothy, James Posey and wife, Darlene; and his aunt, Henrietta Posey of Albuquerque; and a host of friends and family. Services will be held Monday, March 7, 2005, 11:00 a.m., at Metropolitan Temple Church of God In Christ, 1120 2nd St. NW. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, March 6, 2005, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Mon March 07, 2005

BACA -- Brent Baca, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2005 after a lengthy illness. He was born on April 2, 1960 in Santa Fe, NM to Philip and Lucretia Baca. Brent came to Albuquerque from Santa Fe in 1979. He was an avid frisbee golfer, loved being outdoors, and felt closest to God when he was in nature. He was very fond of all animals, enjoyed camping, and fishing. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Brent is survived by his beloved wife, Jennifer; his cherished canine children, Annie and Pago; his brothers, Dhrett Baca and Kevin Casillas; sister, Felicia Baca; and a host of very precious extended family and friends. A memorial service for Brent will be held on Monday, March 7, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Sunrise Funeral Options, 2400 Southern Blvd., in Rio Rancho. Services under the care of: Sunrise Funeral Options 2400 Southern Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM 505-891-9192
        Published on: Sun March 06, 2005

BRITO -- Jenelle Marie Brito age 25, a life long resident of Albuquerque passed away on March 2, 2005. She is survived by her parents, Jacob M. Brito, Jennie Brito-Duran; Step-father, Jimmy Duran; grandmother, Mariel Brito; daughter, Alexandra Marie Brito; three sisters, Jenifer Brito, Jenise Brito, Veronica Duran; two brothers, Joseph Duran, Carlos Duran; aunts, Carole and husband, Mo, Diane, Dolly and husband, Billy, Georgia and husband, Jim, Andrea and husband, Joe, Kathy and husband, Damon, Shirley and Dorean; uncles, Andy and wife, Marianne, Victor and wife, Yvonne, and Patrick; nieces, Jasmine DeVincentis, Dominic Anaya; and numerous cousins. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Lupe and Isidro Vallejos, and Jake Brito. A rosary will be recited on Monday, March 7, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. Funeral Mass to follow at 10:00 a.m. at our Lady of Assumption. Pallbearers will be Keith King Jr., Gilbert Montoya, Victor Vallejos, Andy Vallejos, Andrew Vallejos, and Billy-Joe Lara. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Sun March 06, 2005

CHAMPLIN -- Diana Champlin, 56, an Albuquerque native went home to be with her Lord, Friday, February 25, 2005. Diana is survived by her husband, Mark and daughter Jacinda, both of Albuquerque; her son, Glen and wife Jennifer, two grandchildren Brett and Geneva Rose of Powell, WY; her mother, Geneva and stepfather, Bill Mac Crawford of Springer, NM, sister, Sharon Foreman and her family of Albuquerque; and brothers Dale of Albuquerque, and Steven Weddle and his family of Los Lunas, NM. Diana was baptized as an eight year old at Hoffmantown Baptist Church. She is a graduate of Sandia High School. Volunteering was an important part of Diana's ministry. She was a church preschool teacher and preschool teacher trainer and taught Bible classes. Diana and Mark were members of the Corvallis, OR 509J School Board Special Education Advisory Committee for over ten years. Diana's work in the accounting and administrative fields in both the private and religious sectors in Montana, Oregon and Colorado was her ministry. At Colorado Christian Univ. in Lakewood, CO, she was the Manager of Student Accounts. Diana and Mark returned to Albuquerque in 2002 following a 34-year absence. Before she passed away, Diana was the Executive Administrative Assistant and bookkeeper for the New Mexico Chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes and accounts payable clerk at Hoffmantown Church. Diana had a love for people that was demonstrated in all that she did. Diana's greatest joy was her family. She was a loving wife, a wonderful Mother and an adoring Grandmother. We will all miss her dearly! Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 12 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. The funeral service will be held in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Diana will be laid to rest at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE close to her father Jesse Weddle after a brief graveside service. Pastor Ken Moore, Hoffmantown Church Chaplain will conduct both services. A reception will follow the graveside service at Diana and Mark's home. 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 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sun March 06, 2005

COSPER -- Bonnie Cosper. Her name was Bonnie Bertha Blue Cosper, but all who knew her simply called her "Mom". Bonnie died peacefully in her sleep on February 28, 2005 at the age of 102, after living one of the most fulfilling lives a human can lead. She was born on July 25, 1902 in Gordon, Texas. At the age of 17 she married her lifelong love, James Arthur Cosper, in Iredell, Texas. Mom and Pop Cosper shared 72 years of constant companionship before Pop passed away in 1992. In 1921 Mom and Pop moved across the state of Texas, from Spring Creek to Clarendon, a journey that took 24 days by covered wagon. It was a long, difficult trip, but Mom and Pop and infant daughter, Earlene were a hardy crew who fared just fine. Before moving to Albuquerque in 1942, Mom had given birth to two girls and three boys. The Cospers lived in southwest Albuquerque for more than 50 years where they owned and managed Fashion Dry Cleaning until they retired. Bonnie is survived by four brothers, Harry Blue of Cranfills Gap, TX, Tony Blue of Nashville, TN, Fred and Billy Miller of Albuquerque; and sister, Edna Whitney of Los Angeles, CA; her children, Earlene Johnson and husband, Bayard Johnson of Waco, TX, James (better known as "Pete") and wife, Norma Cosper of Stanley, NM, Leroy (everyone calls him "Poss") Cosper of Weatherford, TX and Jerald (also known as "Tooter") and wife, Patricia Cosper of Corrales, NM. Mom and Pop's five children gave birth to 14 children of their own, and at last count their legacy included 29 great-grandchildren and 21 great-great- grandchildren. Active pallbearers will be Hank Cosper, Jerry Cosper, Gary Cosper, Clyde Heath, Mike Lee and Justin Lee. Honorary pallbearers will be John Cosper, Ronnie Feder, Rusty Heath, Dusty Heath and Mathew Mosier. A viewing was held at French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, March 3, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services are set for Friday, March 4, 2005 at 10:30 a.m., also at French Mortuary. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Mausoleum.
        Published on: Sun March 06, 2005

DAVISSON -- George E. Davisson, 90, died on Friday, March 4, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Marge L. Davisson of Albuquerque; son, Gary E. Davisson (Gloria) of Lee's Summit, MO; grandson, Greg E. Davisson (Tami) of Kansas City, MO; four great-grandchildren, Halie, Sophie, Lucy, and Hunter Davisson all of Kansas City, MO; sister, Christina White of Bethany, MO. Services are pending. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Sun March 06, 2005