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DALBEY -- John B. Dalbey, 88, passed away peacefully at Heights Manor nursing home in the early hours of February 4, 2004. Many Albuquerqueans remember John during his 47 year career at then Albuquerque National Bank. John Dalbey started working at the bank as a messenger. He carried yokes of paper strips on his back from the Bank on Central Ave. downtown to the Alvarado Hotel where the strips were cut to make bills of currency. Among his many banking jobs and positions with the bank, John became the first manager of the Coors Branch of ANB and retired as a senior vice president in marketing in 1979. Except for a stint in the Navy as a sonar operator in WWII, John worked for ANB since his graduation from Albuquerque High School in 1933. He took banking courses in night school at UNM during the early part of his career. His memberships included the National Office Management Association and Financial Public Relations Organization. He was president of the 20-30 Club, a chairman of the Bernalillo County Red Cross, and a popular member of the Lions Club. At age seven, John traveled with his family to Mexico from Cedar Rapids, IA, where his father began a large-scale ranching operation in the Yaqui Valley. John and his family survived two Mexican revolutions before the Mexican government expropriated his family holdings forcing his family to return to the U.S. John and his sister Mary commuted to Albuquerque schools from the family's home in Sandia Park. Living a major portion of his youth in Mexico, John became fluent in a Spanish dialect common to rural Mexico that served him well throughout his professional career. He is survived by wife Hortense, daughters Carolyn Findley and Donna Ness, grandchildren Alan, Barby, and Becca, and great grandchildren Mason, Connor, Kaylee, Lindsey, and Camden. To honor John's love of pets the family asks in lieu of flowers that donations in John's name be made to Animal Humane Assoc of New Mexico, 615 Virginia St., ABQ 87108. Funeral service 1:30 pm Saturday, February 7, 2004 at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. (823-9400).
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EDGAR -- Judith Edgar died early Monday afternoon. She was at home, surrounded by her family, and at peace. As an incredible woman, wife, mother, sister, daughter, mentor and friend, her gentle, honest and human energy brought out the very best in others. Her work in the community through her church, with children in the CASA program, through Alcoholics Anonymous, in her career helping others, and with people in transition or striving to better themselves was a source of great joy and strength to her. Judith was an exceedingly positive person who actively cultivated and nurtured the garden of love that was her life. She was not afraid to be vulnerable, to share herself with others, and she loved absolutely without condition or distinction. She loved to laugh, to learn, and always pushed the envelope with vitality and energy. She never settled for the path of least resistance. Her depth of character, humor, and clarity of spirit allowed her to courageously persevere through many struggles to a personal and spiritual state of grace. She continued in that state of grace until a state of glory was achieved. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life and love will be held this Saturday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. at Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, 1801 Montano Road NW. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the following organizations: Presbyterian Peacekeeping Mission, Albuquerque CASA Program, Heifer International, and The American Cancer Society.
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GATTI -- Kathleen M. Gatti, 78, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, February 4, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Joseph P. Gatti, Sr. of Albuquerque; sons, Joseph P. Gatti, Jr.; Michael F. Gatti and wife, Jeanie, all of Albuquerque; and Mark S. Gatti and wife, Rosana of La Crescenta, CA; grandchildren, Jennifer A. Heckler of Louisville, KY; Brian J. Gatti and Lisa M. Gatti of Albuquerque; Matthew C. Gatti of La Crescenta, CA; great-grandchild, Cierra H. Heckler of Louisville, KY; sister, Barbara J. Kuchler of Las Cruces; and many nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited Sunday, February 8, 2004, at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, February 9, 2004, at 8:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 2532 Vermont NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, February 8, 2004, 1:00 p.m. until time of Rosary. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to the Daughters of Charity of Canossa, Cristo Rey Convent, 5625 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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GOOD -- Mary Maxine Good, of Midland,Texas died Tuesday, February 3, 2004 at her residence. A graveside service will be held in Duncan, Oklahoma on February 6, 2004 with arrangements provided by Grantham Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 7, 2004 at First United Methodist Church in Midland, Texas with Reverend Jan Reed officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home, 801 Andrews Hwy. Midland, Texas. Maxine Good was born June 3, 1917 in Duncan, Oklahoma to John Carl Ray and Maude Sandefur Ray. She graduated from high school in Duncan, Oklahoma and attended college at Oklahoma College for Women in Chickasaw, Oklahoma. On September 26, 1939, she married Herman Wilson "Willie" Good. Prior to the birth of her children she worked for Bell Telephone Company and during WWII, she moved to Kermit, Texas to assist the war effort by working for Mobil Oil. She was an active volunteer in many social and charitable organizations including First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Sunday School Class, Mobil Wives, En Arnie Review Club, SCS Club, Old and New Timer's Bridge Club and Meals on Wheels. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her son, Thomas Ray Good. Survivors include two daughters, Susan Good Hall and her husband, Russell Hall, of Midland, Texas and Jane Good Rowe and her husband Gordon H. Rowe, III of Albuquerque, New Mexico; four grandchildren, Chris Hall, Jennifer Hall, Gordon Rowe and Emilee Rowe. Memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Midland, 305 N. Baird, Midland, Texas 79701, the American Cancer Society, 2304 W. Wadley, Midland, Texas 79705 or Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
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GUTIERREZ -- Matthew Dylan Gutierrez, age 11, a resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico joined our Lord and Savior after a tragic accident. He was a member of the San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas and the Potters House in Albuquerque. Matthew was a sixth grade student at Raymond Gabaldon Intermediate School in Los Lunas. Matthew was the Sgt. of Arms of the Sons of the American League Squadron #72 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was such an outgoing young man that everyone was drawn to him. He always touched the hearts of anyone that knew him. He loved music and he was well known for his Beat Boxing. He was always singing and his family would turn down the TV just to hear him sing. He never held a grudge and his smile and his laugh were so contagious. He will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Rosemary Bertha Griego and Jose Benny Gutierrez; great-great maternal grandmother, Antonia Garcia; one uncle, Ronald Ray Gutierrez; and his aunt, Cynthia Gutierrez. Matthew is survived by his parents, his mother, Bridget Archuleta and her fiance, Juan C. Hinojos; and his father, Joe R. Gutierrez and his wife, Laura of Albuquerque; his five siblings, Joshua Lee, Adam Jude, Hope Natalia, Kayla Rae, Elizabeth Grace, and Joseph Gabriel; his maternal grandparents, Nanda and Dean Harmon of Albuquerque, NM and Mel and Yolanda Archuleta of Veguita, NM; maternal great-grandparents, Juanita and Manuel Ortiz, of Albuquerque, Rita Hinson of Los Lunas; maternal great-great grandfather, J.A. Garcia of Albuquerque; his uncle, Santino Archuleta of Veguita; six aunts, Mellecia Archuleta of Los Lunas, Deana and her husband, Carlos Guerrero of Abilene, Texas, Carol and her husband, George Tapia, Mary Ann Gutierrez, Gloria Lovato and Anthony Lovato, Lisa and her husband, Kerry Murphy; he also is survived by many loving great and great-great uncles, aunts, cousins, and many friends. All services will be held at San Clemente Catholic Church, 244 Luna Ave. NE, Los Lunas, NM. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 2:00 p.m.. A Funeral Mass will be on Monday, February 9, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque, NM. Pallbearers will be Nathan Luna, Timothy Cogis, Kerry and Daniel Murphy, Gerald Ortiz, Bo Martin, Pat Ortiz, and Mel Robledo. Honorary pallbearers will be Erineo Ortiz, Devin Martin, Joseph Hernandez, Michael Ortiz, Manny Luna, and Sheri Ann Flores . Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM 87002.
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LEBOW -- Susan "Susie" Lebow, 65, a native of Albuquerque who lived here for most of her life, died Friday, February 6, 2004. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, John Lebow of Albuquerque; son, Jeffery Lebow and wife, Mercie of Santa Fe; daughters, Julie Ann Dollar and husband, Ray of The Woodlands, TX and Anita Marie D'Antonio and husband, Mike of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Brendan, Whitney, Tyler, Ashley and Kelsie; brothers, Phillip Villanueva and wife, Dodie, Billy Villanueva and wife, Myrtle, Edward Villanueva and wife, Anna and Vincent Villanueva and wife, Benita; sister, Martha Russell; sisters-in-law, Lydia Villanueva and Margaret Villanueva; devoted friend, Angie Green; and numerous extended family members and friends. Susie attended Sacred Heart and St. Mary's Catholic Schools. She married John in May of 1961. He was in the Army and Susie faithfully traveled by his side to each assignment, until his retirement. Susie, as many knew, had a big heart and would have done anything to help her friends and family. She doted on her grandchildren who were extremely close to her. Susie will be missed tremendously by her family and friends. Memorial rosary will be recited Sunday, February 8, 2004, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Monday, February 9, 2004, at 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Central New Mexico Affiliate, PO Box 92110, Albuquerque, NM, 87199. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
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LUCERO -- Cipriana Lucero, 89, a resident of Martinez Town since 1951, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2004. She had 14 children and is survived by her children, Maria Baca, Pete Lucero and wife, Viola, Dorela Cole and husband, John, Linda Lopez and husband, Phillip, Lupe Lopez and husband, Ron; 23 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and four great- great- grandchildren. Cipriana loved life and her family very much and had a very strong faith in the Lord. She was loved by many and had a smile that would light up a room. Cipriana was a great inspiration to all who knew her and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. In accordance with her wishes her body will be cremated and a Memorial Service will be held at His Place, 5505 Central NW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87105 on February 7, 2004 at 5:00 p.m. Flowers can be sent to 815 Edith NE Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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MONTOYA -- Sarah T. Montoya (Gram) died Thursday evening, February 5, 2004 at her home in Albuquerque at the age of 85. She was born June 12, 1918 in North Carolina. She lived in Shelby, NC and later moved to Albuquerque to attend the University of New Mexico. She went on to work for the IRS where she retired as a field auditor. Sarah is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Montoya. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Gutierrez and husband, Edward of Los Lunas; son, Richard P. Montoya and wife, Sarah of Albuquerque; sisters, Mary Sue Thompson and Jean Barber, both of North Carolina; grandchildren, Catalina and husband, Allen, Veronica and Mike, Kimberly and Aaron, Kristopher and wife, Fay, Kenneth and wife, Kristen, Kevin and wife, Tina, and Robert and wife, Cindy; great-grandchildren, AJ, Christopher, Jared, Sadira, John Paul, Zack, Cierra, Mandy, Marco, Melody, Keith and Kyle. A Rosary will be recited on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary with visitation beginning at 5:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be on Monday, February 9, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Burial will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kristopher Montoya, Mike Eyster, Aaron Hopkins, AJ Chavez, Christopher Eyster, and Jared Chavez. Honorary pallbearer will be Allen Chavez. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124.
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MUNIZ -- Ernest E. Muniz, 52, a resident of Albuquerque since 1972, loving father died Tuesday, February 3, 2004. He is survived by his son, David Muniz; stepson, Ronnie Lucero, both of Albuquerque; father, Joe Muniz of Las Vegas, NV; sister, Connie Marquez and husband, Ray of Albuquerque; brothers, Jacob Muniz of Guerneille, CA and Robert Muniz and wife, Nancy of Las Vegas, NV; sister, Mary Louise Vigil and husband, Jim of Albuquerque; brothers, Edward Muniz of Atlanta, GA and James Muniz of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Muniz was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Muniz. He worked for many years at the Post Office. Mr. Muniz loved to cook and enjoyed food. He was very religious and loved the Lord. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with Charles Martinez reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Father David Phillipson, celebrant. Cremation will follow services. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Lucero, Gilbert Romero, Ray Marquez, Jacob Vigil, Damond Vigil, and Mike Aragon. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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PACO -- Martin "Marty" T. Paco passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2004 after fighting cancer. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Candy; daughter, Michelle; son, David; and granddaughter, Makayla. He is also survived by brothers, Daniel and Julian; father, Ruben all of Albuquerque; and sister, Laura of Dallas. Marty is preceded in death by his mother, Phoebe. Martin was a math teacher in Grants, NM before he moved to Albuquerque to get married. He retired from APS with 25 years, before joining Albuquerque Academy the last two years. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2004 at The Albuquerque Academy Simms Auditorium at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The American Cancer Society, PO Box 102454 Atlanta, GA. 30368-2454. Please share your stories of laughter, sadness, feelings, thoughts, how Marty Paco has touched, influenced, and left his footprints upon your heart. You may submit essays, stories, poems, inspirations, and photos for a future publication in honor of Marty. Please sign your work and provide a return address, first initials and Surnames will appear exclusively. Forward to: Tami Bednarz 8100-M4 Wyoming Blvd. NE. #178. Albuquerque, NM. 87113 or email martypaco1@aol.com or martypaco2@aol.com Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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