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ROSE -- Barbara Rose passed away February 2, 2004. She has been a resident of Albuquerque since 1968, retired from Blue Cross and owned Barbara's Book Store on Juan Tabo. She was born February 2, 1934 in Stanberry, Missouri. On January 15, 1952 she married her only love, Ivan (Bill) Rose. As he was a career Army man, they lived several places in the U.S. and were in Germany twice. She is survived by her husband, Bill; son, Ken; and daughter, Stephanie Rose Saia and her husband, Josh; and her daughter, Jennifer Rose Richardson. She is also survived by three brothers, John, Gary and Lynn Ballard; and two sisters, Marilyn Drannan and Carolee Frakes, six grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Doris Ballard; and two daughters, Peggy Rose Sahd and Cindy Rose. Memorial Services will be at the UNM Alumni Chapel on Saturday, February 7, 2004 at 8:30 a.m.
        Published on: Sat February 07, 2004

RUTOWSKI -- The Rev. Edward V. Rutowski. Born in Brooklyn, NY on April 9, 1919, the son of the late Louis Rutowski and Antoinette Linkowska. Both parents were immigrants from Poland. Father Rutowski is the next to the youngest of ten children. He attended a local Catholic Parochial school before entering studies for the Priesthood. He pursued his classical education both at St. Francis High School, Athol Springs, New York and St. Francis College, Staten Island, New York. He then entered the Franciscan Theological Seminary of St. Hyacinth in Granby, Massachusetts. After completing the six year course in philosophy and Theology he was ordained to the Priesthood on March 17, 1945 at Granby, Massachusetts. After his ordination he served as an assistant Pastor in the following Parishes: St. Stanislaus Parish, Baltimore, MD from 1945-1950. St. Michaels Parish, Haverhill, Massachusetts, from 1950-1951. Father came to New Mexico in 1951 for reasons of health and served as assistant Pastor at St. Helena's Parish in Hobbs, New Mexico, then at St. Rose of Lima, Parish, Santa Rosa, New Mexico. He was appointed Pastor of St. Mary's Parish in Vaughn, NM in 1952 and held that post until 1954. He was appointed Pastor of Nativity B.V.M. Church, Alameda in 1954, then was pastor of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church until his retirement. He has been given the honor of Knight of Jerusalem, conferred upon him by HIS BEATITUDE MAXIMOS V. HAKIM, Patriarch of Antioch, and all of the East, of Alexandria and of Jerusalem on Sunday, July 14, 1968 at the Church of Immaculate Conception, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He held many offices in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. He was: Director of the Christian Family Life Movement; Treasurer of the Priest Relief Fund; Chaplain for the Knights of Columbus for many years; Archdiocesan Director of the Family Life Bureau; Board member of the Archdiocesan Building Commission; Chaplain General of all the Knights of Jerusalem in the World; Family Life Director of the South-West Region. Father Rutowski initiated the PRE-CANA MARRIAGE CONFERENCES in the ARCHDIOCESE IN ALBUQUERQUE in 1954 which developed into the most beneficial Marriage Preparation Course in the Church. To commemorate his Silver Jubilee, Father Rutowski celebrated in his parish two special Masses on March 17, 1970. Solemn Mass at 11:00 a.m. with Guests and Dignitaries from throughout the state. Archbishop James Peter Davis D.D. presiding. Rt. Rev. Msgr. Sigmund Charewicz gave the sermon. And a low Mass at 6:00 p.m. for the Parishioners who were unable to attend the morning Mass. The sermon at the evening Mass was given by the Rev. Joseph Paszek O.F.M. Conv. Co-Principal of St. Francis High School, Athol Springs, NY and classmate of Ft. Rutowski. He is survived by his sister, Irene Munczenski of Lyndhurst, NJ; nephew, Michael Munczenski of Lyndhurst, NJ; nieces, Diane Marx and husband, Bill of Manchester Township, NJ, Dorothy Siwruk and Helen Babino both of Fresh Meadows, NY. Fr. Rutowski is also survived by many great nieces and nephews. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary - Westside Chapel on Sunday, February 8, 2004 from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. Rosary will be recited also on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th St. NW. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks North of Paseo del Norte) (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Sat February 07, 2004

TOLES -- Lynden (Lindy) Toles, born August 4, 1916 in Glen Falls, New York, passed away peacefully. He died at home on Sunday, February 1, 2004, in the arms of his loving wife Frances at 5:15 AM . In 1968, he married Frances Thorman, originally from El Paso, Texas. Lynden and Frances were married for 35 years. After a brief time in San Clemente , California, they settled in Albuquerque in 1970. He is survived by his daughter, Jerrie Pryburn; and by two step-sons, Stanley Poole and his wife, Valerie and Gary Poole and his wife, Kasandra both of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and his step-daughter, Catherine O'Neal of El Paso, Texas. He was preceded in death by his step-daughter, Charlotte McCollum. He is survived by his grandchildren, Lorrie Harker, Lynden Paul Harker and David Harker; and by his step- grandchildren, Kirt Poole, Elizabeth Reynolds, Roy Angelini, Dean Spear, Sherry Spear and Jayson Poole; as well as by 12 great- grandchildren. Lynden was a great fisherman and gardener. He loved animals and the outdoors. He was very kind and loving to all as well as a patriot who loved his country. During World War II, he fought in the Pacific and was awarded a Metal of Excellence as a rifle sharp shooter. He was a beloved courageous platoon leader. After four years of service, he received disability due to a war injury. He will be greatly missed by his friends and family, especially his loving wife. We know he is where he should be in the company of his Lord and Angels. A Graveside Service will be held at the Veterans Cemetery in Santa Fe on Monday, February 9, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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TOTH -- Dorothy L. Toth, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, died Wednesday, February 4, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Spisak and husband, John of Bella Vista, AR; sons, Dick Toth and wife, Sharon of Albuquerque and Don Toth and wife, Louise of Brecksville, OH; granddaughters, Debbie McDevitt and husband, Ron of Bosque Farms, Donna Turner and husband, Randy and Dorrie Gragola and husband, Mike, all of Albuquerque; grandson, Tony Hurtfield of Cleveland, OH; eight great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; sister, Lenore Ball and Gertrude Pleasmid and husband, Joe; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Joseph Toth in 1999. Mrs. Toth was a member of C.S.A. Lodge of America. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held Saturday, February 7, 2004, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Randy Turner, Ron McDevitt, Ryan McDevitt, and Robert Turner. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
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VALENTINI -- Sydney Bain Valentini joined her husband, Frankie in heaven, on Tuesday, February 3, 2004. Her loving family was by her side and she will be greatly missed by them and a host of friends. She was a pillar of strength for her family and friends and touched the lives of everyone that knew her. She was a beloved wife, mother, nana, daughter and sister. Sydney is survived by her son, Brandon and wife, Sarah; granddaughter, Elise; and grandson, Jeremy Valentini; mother and father, Lou and Don Wooten; her sister, Ava and husband, Richard Bickel; brothers, Griff and wife, Mary Wooten and Brett Wooten; niece, Lynzy Bain Wooten; nephews, Wayne and Dow Bickel, Joshua and Jacob Wooten. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation of NM, 5301 Central Ave NE., Albuquerque NM 87108 or Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Research, PO Box 750, New York, NY 10131-0304. Memorial services will be held on Monday, February 9, 2004 at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4830 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE Albuquerque NM, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Ark officiating. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919-4th St. NW 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Sat February 07, 2004

ABBOTT -- Gene Walker Abbott, 85, of Albuquerque died Monday February 2, at Albuquerque Manor. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Evelyn at the family home in Albuquerque, daughter Susan Wagner and husband Ralph, of Westfield, MA, daughter Rebecca Bodine and husband David of Albuquerque, grandson Sean Bodine of Colombia, MO, granddaughter Anna Oselio and husband Marty of Albuquerque, grandson Eric Bodine and wife Christina of Albuquerque, grandsons William and Kevin Wagner of Westfield, MA, great-granddaughter Aleah Bodine, of Albuquerque, and sister Betty Sheinis and husband Arnold of Natick, MA, as well as many loving nephews and nieces throughout the country. Born in East Tennessee in 1918, Abbott completed his junior year at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Then with the Selective Service breathing down his neck, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps in which he served four and a half years, lastly as an infantry officer (Lt.) in the Pacific Theater during World War II. At war?s end he was returned to Washington D.C. where he had served in the U.S. Marine Corps Institute as an instructor prior to the Pearl Harbor attack. On being mustered out of the Marines he joined the U.S. State Department on the staff of the International Far East Commission which was created with the task of setting the policy by which the occupation of Japan would be conducted. Once the peace treaty between Japan and the United States was signed, Abbott moved his family to Albuquerque for a change in climate and joined Sandia National Laboratories, where he served for 27 years as an Administrative Staff Member in various areas of Public Relations, Personnel Employment, and Compensation until his retirement in 1979. He was a voracious reader, a skilled wood craftsmen, and successful gardener. He was also opinionated because he cared about the human condition and wanted the world done right. But he would soften his judgments with humor by commenting, "I have no credentials, just opinions, but that is the way it is; and I'll not be swayed by the facts". Graveside services will be held on Friday, February 6, 2004 at 3:00 pm in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul NE. Friends are welcome to attend. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave 842-8800
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ANDERSON -- Lawrence "Larry" Anderson, 56, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, died Tuesday, February 3, 2004. He is survived by sisters, Candace S. Moore and husband, Herman of Pasadena, TX; and Carol Bowers of Albuquerque; brother, Wayne Holland of Milltown, NJ; and niece, Rachel Moore of Pasadena, TX. Memorial services will be held, Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 275-3500
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ARRANAGA -- Lorenzo Arranaga, 62, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque died Saturday, January 31, 2004. He is survived by sister, Dorothy; and brother, John and his wife, Lydia; aunts, Juanita Gomez and Bessie Gallegos; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2004 at 9:30 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway Blvd. SE.
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BACA -- Benjamin J. Baca, born Friday, August 28, 1925 and died Sunday, February 1, 2004. He was born in Santa Rosa, NM and was one of five children of Ben C. and Josephina Baca. His grandfather, Celso Baca, was Santa Rosa's town founder. Baca was preceded in death by his wife, Diana; his parents, Ben C and Josephina; brother, Louis; and sister, Luz Sandoval. He is survived by his daughter; Nancy and husband, Ted Jurney; sister, Josie Beutler; nephew Floyd Beutler all of Albuquerque; sister, Maida Garcia; niece, Loretta Whipple both of Alamogordo; nephews, Eddie Baca, Rick Garcia, and Robert Garcia all of Taos; Joe L. Sandoval of Santa Fe; and Larry Baca of North Hollywood, CA; nieces, Patsy Lorenz, Denise Baca and Barbara Minzer all of San Diego, CA; Yvette Lucy of Woodland Hills, CA; Julie Thiele of Oakdale, CA; and Christine Kidwell of Napa Valley, CA. Baca served in the Coast Guard and Air Force from 1943 to 1946, achieving the rank of Sergeant. In the late 1940's, he went to Mexico as an inspector with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Mexican American Commission for the Eradication of Foot and Mouth Disease. The program sent bilingual inspectors and veterinarians into Mexican cattle farms to teach ranchers about how to eradicate the disease. He traveled on horseback with vaccination teams, local cowboys and Mexican soldiers throughout central Mexico. Through their efforts the disease was eradicated. It was at one of these cattle ranches where he met his wife, Diana. Her uncle ran a ranch near Taxco and Diana spent the summers there riding horses. Baca fell in love with Diana and the couple later married in Mexico City. The Bacas lived in Mexico City briefly and then moved to Las Cruces, NM where Baca earned a degree from New Mexico State University. Baca took a job with the United Fruit in the Dominican Republic in the mid 1950's. From there he took a job as plant manager with Ralston Purina in Maracay, Venezuela. His daughter, Nancy was born while the Bacas were in Venezuela. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1962. Baca went to work for the Forest Service, in the Cibola National Forest. He worked his way up to Forest engineer for the Cibola. He retired in 1982. Baca enjoyed his time with the Forest Service, especially when he was called out to forest fires in New Mexico and surrounding states. In his retirement, Baca pursued his dream of being a gentlemen farmer. He revitalized his family farm in Santa Rosa, planting acres of apple trees and alfalfa and starting a grape vineyard. He joined the New Mexico Apple Council and served on Santa Rosa's Soil Conservation board. His grapes were used by several New Mexico wineries including La Chiripada and Madison. For his work in Santa Rosa, Baca was named Farmer of the year for Guadalupe County twice. Baca also served on the Santa Rosa Hospital Board in the early 1990s. He was also active in Los Aftosas, a group of inspectors and veterinarians who worked in Mexico in the 1940's and 50's. Baca attended and hosted several reunion functions. A rosary will be held Friday, 6:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel A funeral Mass will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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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, 1721 Wyoming Blvd. NE. (823-9400).
        Published on: Fri February 06, 2004