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SANCHEZ -- Panfilo (Pompi) 84, born 1920, went home to be with the Lord March 2, 2005. Panfilo was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque NM and a WWII veteran; he served in the South Pacific and in many islands with exotic names, such as Vela La Vela, New Caledonia, Guadacanel and many more. He was on the way to the invasion of Japan when the war ended; he was also a life long member of the DAV. Panfilo was a dedicated fire fighter for 25 years at Sandia, Kirkland A.F.B. He is preceded in death by his parents, Julian and Carmen Sanchez; and by a younger brother, Albert Sanchez. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Mary Ann Sanchez; sons, Raymond Sanchez and wife, Yvette and Victor Sanchez and wife, Christina; daughter, Carmen Schobey and husband, Glenn; granddaughters, Jennifer Sanchez and Jocelyn (Grasshopper) Schobey; brother, Julian Sanchez and wife, Agnes; sisters, Ida Rippberger and Viola Sanchez and husband, Frank; along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was an avid outdoors man, hunter and fisherman. Pallbearers will be Mariano Flores, Peter Sanchez, Julian Paul Sanchez, Julian Sanchez, Tony Martinez, and Ray Gallegos. Honorary Pallbearers are Raymond Sanchez, Victor Sanchez, Carmen Schobey, Glenn Schobey, Jennifer Sanchez, Jocelyn Schobey, Frank Sanchez, Little John, and Donald Sanchez. A Rosary is to be recited on Sunday March 6, 2005 at Salazar & Sons Mortuary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Ascension Church at 10:30 a.m. on Monday March 7, 2005. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Sun March 06, 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: Sun March 06, 2005

SCHUPP -- John "Jack" Schupp, age 77, was born in Kentucky, February 5, 1928. He passed away Sunday, February 27, 2005 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM. Jack was a retired Insurance Broker, having worked for many years in Kentucky and New Mexico. He was a US Army Veteran of the WWII Occupation Forces in Japan. Jack is survived by his wife, Dianne C. Schupp of the home in Albuquerque, NM; one son, Tony Schupp; one daughter, Debra Schupp Hernandez both of Albuquerque and four grandchildren. As Jack requested, there was no visitation or formal service. In lieu of flowers, Jack requested prayers and Masses, if desired. He was cremated and his ashes were interred in the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Thursday, March 3, 2005, with US Army Honors. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Sun March 06, 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: Sun March 06, 2005

SWAYZE -- S. Hayes Swayze, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1935, died Thursday March 3, 2005. He is survived by his daughters, Sandria Faubion and husband, Leon of Albuquerque, Neola Kay Bollman and husband, John of Manhattan, KS, and Karen Sue Ferrell and husband, Donald of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Dr. Michael Faubion and wife, Erika of Edinburg, TX, Dr. S. Renee Faubion of Albuquerque, Gregory Stone and wife, Michelle of Albuquerque, Jennifer LoPresto and husband, Kevin of Litchfield, AZ, and great-grandchildren, Erik, Justin, Madison, Noel, William, Kaylee, and Hunter. Hayes was preceded in death by his wife, Erlene, December 2002; brother, Hardy Swayze; and sister, Neola Brown Rundell. He was born in Yazoo City, MS in 1916 and moved to New Mexico as a young man. He graduated from Albuquerque High. Hayes attended UNM graduating with a degree in Civil Engineering. He was instrumental in setting up Boeing's assembly line during WW II. Hayes retired as CEO of Hydroconduit in the late 70's. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, and his dogs. Hayes was a beloved father, grandfather and great-gran and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Friday, March 11, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Odyssey Healthcare, 3500 Comanche Rd. NE, 87107 and Animal Humane Assoc. of NM, 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sun March 06, 2005

SWENSEN -- Francis H. Swensen a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away on March 2, 2005 at the age of 85. He was born in Albuquerque on November 20, 1919 to Swen Swensen and Sagrid(Jones)Swensen. He was a member of the Carpenter's Union Local #1319. At the request of Francis there will be no funeral services held. Arrangements under the direction of: Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. Albuquerque, New Mexico
        Published on: Sun March 06, 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 Risen Savior Catholic Community. 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: Sun March 06, 2005

WILSON -- Peter Wilson, 97, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, March 3, 2005 in Colorado. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Virginia Wilson of Rancho San Diego, CA; sons, Charles Robert Wilson of Cherokee Village, AR and Samuel Peter Wilson of Centennial, CO; daughter, Debra Ann Stenovec of La Mesa, CA; Eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and sister, Flossie Kalthoff of Independence, MO. Graveside services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        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: Sat March 05, 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 two brothers, Harry Blue of Cranfills Gap, TX, Tony Blue of Nashville, TN; 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: Sat March 05, 2005