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TRELEASE -- Richard Mitchell Jr. A celebration of Richard's life will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. at the Cathedral Church of St. John in Albuquerque at 318 Silver SW. A festive reception will follow.
        Published on: Thu March 03, 2005

VALDEZ-PENDELL -- Calvin Valdez-Pendell, 47, found his peace March 1, 2005. He attended St. Pius X High School where he was a member of their Football Team and was also a member of the Albuquerque Aardvarks Rugby team. He is preceded in death by his father, Frank Valdez and his niece, Jessica Luttrell. He is survived by his son, Brandon Pendell; daughter, Avery Pendell; mother, Margie Estrada; brothers, Scott Valdez and Tim Valdez Mitchell and wife, Susan; sisters, Jill Luttrell and husband, Dave and Stacy Thorne and husband, Alex. Calvin is also survived by many nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited at the Church of the Risen Savior on Friday March 4, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated following the Rosary at 2:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Services In care of: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Thu March 03, 2005

WATERMAN -- Jane Harris Lewis Waterman, 85, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, February 28, 2005. She is survived by her son, Larry L. Lewis of Aurora, CO; daughter, Bonnie Earp and her husband, Jesse of Tyler, TX; brother, Frank B. Gilmer of Albuquerque; two granddaughters; two grandsons; and six great-grandchildren. Jane was preceded in death by her first husband, Alford Lewis and second husband, L. Grant Waterman. She was a 1938 graduate of Albuquerque High School and a longtime member of First Baptist Church. Jane lived an active life including hiking, fishing, swimming, camping, bowling, and roller skating. She was also a member of the Los Gitanos Campers Group. Jane was a former resident of Vista Del Rio Retirement Center. Services will be held Friday, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd.NE, with Pastor Steve Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, 843-6333
        Published on: Thu March 03, 2005

YOUNG -- Peggy Young, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 25, 2005 at Manor Care Heights. Mrs. Young is survived by her husband of 52 years, Eugene Young; two children, Maxine Rogers and Sue Money, both of Phoenix, AZ; sister, Verna Mae Russell of Phoenix; sister-in-law, Lucille Young of Albuquerque; four nieces, Theresa Carson and husband, Michael, and Tammy Young, all of Albuquerque, Brenda Dixon and husband, Dwayne of Arlington, TX, and Pat Davis of Phoenix; ten grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great grandchildren. A visitation for Peggy will be Friday, March 4, 2005, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 1509 Edith SE. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. N.D. Smith officiating. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Thu March 03, 2005

BOOKWALTER -- Donald M. Bookwalter, 87 of Albuquerque, NM was born in Bradford, OH September 12, 1917 died February 26, 2005. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Cleo, daughters: Sharon and Tere; sons: Martyn, Fred, Joe, and Rob; brothers: Tom and Gene; and sister: Helen; along with their families. He was blessed with 13 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. His life was rich with Love for God, Family, Country, and Golf. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the US, Ireland and England. He worked in the wholesale lumber business retiring after 50 years. He then volunteered his time serving others with Meals On Wheels, the Albuquerque Art League and at the Vineyard. He never knew a stranger and often had great stories to tell about the people he met on his path of life. A celebration of Don's Life will be held at the Vineyard's Club House located at 6118 Edith Blvd. NE at 2 p.m. on March 4, 2005. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society or a local Hospice. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Wed March 02, 2005

BOWEN -- Rev. James A. Bowen, 83, of Albuquerque, NM went home to be with Lord Tuesday February 28, 2005 after a lengthy illness. He was born on October 25, 1921 in Killeen, TX, the son of Adam Rankin and Luci Reno (Nixon) Bowen; he married Marnelle (Sullivan) on August 14, 1948 in Houston, TX. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the United States Coast Guard. He received a B.A. from the University of Corpus Christi, 1954 and B.D. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1961. After Pastoring churches in Texas, in 1964 James along with his wife were appointed as Career Home Missionaries of the South Baptist Home Mission Board. Side by side they served as Missionaries/Catalytic Missionaries for 23 years among the American Indians in New Mexico. They were catalysts in starting both the Jemez and Albuquerque Indian Baptist Missions. In 1954, Rev. Bowen received the Who's Who in American Colleges, and in 1976-1977 Who's Who in Religion. Among the generous gracious gifts from the Indians, two most cherished were two beautiful Bolo ties. One at the 1964 Indian Spiritual Awakening (State Indian Evangelism Conference) in appreciation for serving as a catalyst, coordinator program curriculum chairman, and at our last Indian Camp in 1977 in appreciation for 23 years ministry to the American Indians. Rev. Bowen was a member of Hoffmantown Baptist Church in Albuquerque. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marnelle; children, Rebecca B. and her husband, Dr. Thomas D. Daniel and three children of Divide, CO, James A. and wife, Steffanie Bowen and five children of Council Bluff, IA, Jay A. and wife, Christine Bowen and three children of Albuquerque, NM. His sisters: Patricia (Kirt) Soehngen of California and Iris Broughton of Texas. Rev. Bowen loved the Lord and his family and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Memorial Service will be held at French Mortuary-Westside Chapel at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday March 2, 2005 with Dr. Thomas D. Daniel, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Baptist Convention of New Mexico, Box 485, Albuquerque, NM 87103, designate to Baptist Inlow Youth Camp. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Wed March 02, 2005

BOYD -- Gary G. Boyd, Sr., 59, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly on February 26, 2005. Mr. Boyd is survived by his wife of 35 years, Millie M. Boyd; two children, Dawn K. Davis and husband, Troy and Gary G. Boyd, Jr. and wife, Tyree, all of Albuquerque; parents, Ivan and Don Jo Boyd of Peralta, NM; two grandchildren, Tiberius and Kira Davis, and a third grandchild due to make an appearance in June; three brothers, Bernard H. Boyd and wife, Carolyn of Mustang, OK, Larry Boyd of Brea, CA and Ivan Boyd, Jr. and wife, Renee of Peralta; niece, Rachel Boyd; and nephew, Alex Boyd. Gary loved to shoot pool, especially with his friends on Tuesday night and just enjoyed living life to the fullest. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel of the Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at a later date at Sandia Memory Gardens. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed March 02, 2005

CALDWELL -- Mrs. Barbara J. Caldwell, 53, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 26, 2005. Mrs. Caldwell is the beloved wife to Mr. Johnny Caldwell Jr., married for 34 years. Mrs. Caldwell is also survived by her two loving daughters, Andreita (Andrea) Aguilar and husband, Hector and Cynthia (Cyndi) Benavidez; five sisters, Eloisa Perea, Gloria Garcia, Rita Gutierrez, Margaret Lopez, and Valerie Duarte; one brother, Ruben Garcia and wife, Esther; seven grandchildren, Vicente, Victor, Pamela, Emmanuel, Frankie, Jr., Makkayla, and Anthony; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mrs. Caldwell was preceded in death by her parents, Wilfido and Ernestina Garcia and a brother, Nano Garcia. Mrs. Caldwell was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation will be Wednesday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A final visitation will be Thursday morning at San Martin Catholic Church, 8301 Camino San Martin SW from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Vicente Aguilar, Hector Aguilar, Ruben Garcia, Jose Mejia, Juan Mejia, and Bruce Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Victor Aguilar and Lupe Perez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed March 02, 2005

DAVIS -- Eda Mae Davis, 91, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2005 in Albuquerque, NM. Eda was born on May 24, 1913 in Copan, OK, and was raised along with her three sisters and brother, throughout Texas and Arizona. Eda's father worked as a black smith in the Midwest and later for the railroad, which offered a broad range of adventure, cultural experiences, and love for a diversity of people and zest for life. After high school, in Texas, she moved to New Mexico, where she attended the University of New Mexico and majored in elementary education. It was at UNM where she discovered her talent and passion for art and the Native American culture. She truly loved N.M. where she played an active role in her community. Eda was an accomplished businesswoman, and while raising her family, opened and operated with her husband, Walton's General Merchandize, in Tijeras Canyon. During WWII, she was given the privilege of making sandwiches for "the soldier boys," and served as postmaster for a time. Eda had a passion and love for humanity, and a strong spiritual life and love for the Lord. Her prayer and spiritual strength set an example for all to follow. Her family often claimed she had a "hotline to God." Eda was a proud member of the Desert Club and celebrated over forty years of sobriety in AA. Eda was instrumental in starting up several AA meetings in Albuquerque, including the first Alateen group for teens of alcoholic parents. She sponsored many in their quest to obtain and maintain sobriety. She always had a positive outlook on life, taught us to laugh in times of trouble, and was a diligent prayer warrior. Not only did she love and pray for those who she knew, but also she had ultimate hope for the world, and prayed for spiritual strength for leaders and people around the world. She had a worldview. She married Bryant Perry Davis, Sr. on September 5, 1958. For those who have loved her, they are truly blessed by her love and passionate hope. Eda has left us with a legacy of wisdom, hope and above all, love. She will sorely be missed. She is survived by her daughter Sandra Kay Lee of Tijeras, NM; sister, Mona L. Parker of Pleasanton, TX; two grandchildren, Bert and his wife Suzi Shilling, and Vanessa Kay and her husband Joseph Pacheco; four great-grandchildren, Richard Pacheco, David Pacheco, James Pacheco and Tavanna Christy; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mabel (Carter) Richardson; her husband, Bryant; granddaughter, Tara Christy; great-grandson, Charles Albert Christy, III; son-in-law, Bob Lee; one brother; and two sisters. A Memorial Service will be held on March 2, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Tijeras. Burial will follow at the Fairview Cemetery in Albuquerque, NM. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM. 832-6130
        Published on: Wed March 02, 2005

FORSYTH -- Pauline Ulivarri Forsyth, 83, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died on Saturday, February 26, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank G. Forsyth. She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn Crowder and husband, Jerry of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Evan Dudley of Albuquerque, and Jessica Dudley of St. Mary's GA; and three step-daughters and their families, June Painter of San Antonio, TX, Nancy Teston of Truth or Consequences, NM and Fay Forsyth. Pauline was a graduate of Albuquerque High School after which she attended secretarial school. She loved her job as a secretary at Sandia Corporation and worked there for many years. Pauline loved walking and visiting with her many wonderful neighbors. She spent her latter years at Sunrise of Albuquerque where she was lovingly cared for by the wonderful staff. Memorial Services will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, Pauline would appreciate donations be made to the Animal Humane Society of NM, 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Wed March 02, 2005