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MILLINGTON -- David Millington, 69, passed away Monday, November 3, 2003 of heart failure following a battle with cancer and lung damage. A lifelong "shade tree' mechanic, David was owner of D & S Services on 4th Street for 15 years and before that of NM Word Processing Company, marketing and servicing NBI Word Processing systems. In Los Angeles, California, he worked as a Customer Engineer for IBM Corporation transferring to Albuquerque in 1971. He served as a powerman in Korea. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Sue; son, Larry Millington; daughters, Cherie Basler of Lakewood, CA and Tracey Dotts of Broken Arrow, OK; and five grandchildren. Memorial service will be held Friday, November 7, 2003, 2:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

NICHOLS -- Arthur J. "Nick" Nichols, 61, passed away at home on Saturday, November 1, 2003. A longtime resident of Albuquerque, Nick was born in Ohio and worked as an aircraft mechanic in the US Air Force. Nick is survived by his wife of 26 years, San Juanita Nichols; daughter, Dulce Nichols; son, William Nichols; grandson, Saint Christopher Nichols; other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Funeral services will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, on Thursday, November 6, 2003, at 6:00 p.m., with Pastor Fred Goodall officiating. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW ABQ. 343-8008.
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

RICHARD -- Ron Richard, 45, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, October 31, 2003. He is survived by his children, Shawn Richard and Ashley Richard, both of Albuquerque; mother, Patricia Richard of Pagosa Springs, CO; sisters, Rochelle Courtney and husband, Jim of Gresham, OR and Julie Frosch and husband, Ron of Espanola, NM; brother, Randy Richard of Pagosa Springs, CO; and many nieces and nephews. Ron was a wonderful father, son and brother. He loved to fish and camp. Ron was a hard-worker and tried to do everything as best as he could. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., at Holiday Park Community Church of the Nazarene, 11435 Montgomery Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

RIVERA -- Mary Helen Rivera, 63, a longtime resident of Corona, NM, passed away, Sunday November 2, 2003, in Albuquerque, NM. She was born May 27, 1940, in Corona, NM, to Jacinto and Elvira (Baros) Flores. She married Ismael Rivera in Corona, NM, on January 11, 1958. She is survived by her husband of 45 years Ismael Rivera, of Corona, NM; two sons Rick and wife Joan Rivera, of Albuquerque, NM, and James Rivera, of Corona, NM; one daughter Marietta Rivera Gallegos and husband Louis Lopez of Phoenix, AZ; best friend Jessie Garcia; four sisters, Amelia Maldonado, Odellia Tapia, Betty Rael, and Jean Chavez; five grandchildren and one great grandchild. A rosary will be recited Tuesday Nov. 4, 2003-7:00 PM & Mass will be celebrated Wednesday November 5, 2003-10:00 AM, both at Ascension Catholic Church, in Albuquerque, NM. Burial will follow at the Corona Cemetery in Corona, NM. Pallbearers will be Jarrod Gallegos, Jason Gallegos, Eric Gallegos, Joey Rivera, Larry Chavez, Randy Maldonado, and Pat Sanchez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ernest Lucero, Luis Perea, Alfred Rael, Ernest Tapia, Tony Flores. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to; Harris-Hanlon Mortuary Moriarty, NM 832-6130
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

RUNGE -- Dr. William "Bill" Runge, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1940, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2003 at Albuquerque Care Center. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Bernice, on February 10, 1995. He is survived by is daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Bob Geilenfeldt; son, Robert Runge; sister, Laura June Keithly; sister-in-law, Arlene Wardlow; brother-in-law, Myron Schultz; grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Paul and Susie Geilenfeldt; and granddaughter, Julene Geilenfeldt. Bill was a respected educator having taught at Albuquerque High School 1940-1946 and at UNM-College of Education 1946-1980. He also recognized the need for "job training" in New Mexico and initiated the first funds for "The TVI" 1976-1986. He was a member of NM Vocational Association, Phi Delta Honorary, Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity, Elks Lodge, and Association of Retired Educators. After retirement he enjoyed family, friends and travel. A memorial service to Celebrate his beautiful life will be held Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. In lieu of flowers, our family requests contributions to, Chester C. Travelstead Professor Endowment for Teacher Education, c/o University of New Mexico, College of Education, MSC 07 4260, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

SEAY -- Ethel G. Seay, 73, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, loving wife and mother passed away, Saturday, November 1, 2003, after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, of 55 years, Howard Seay; children, Charlotte Wheeler, Sheryl Tucker and husband, Tuck, Stacy Weber, Carolyn Barrett and Mark Seay and wife, Linda; 16 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren, with one on the way. She was born September 12, 1930 in Albuquerque. She was much loved and respected by her family and many friends. She devoted her life to her husband and children. Her favorite thing was to travel with her husband in their motor home. They saw much of the country together. Services will be held Wednesday, November 5, 2003, at 2:00 p.m., French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Carla Newton, Brian Arnold, Sam Seay, Chad Seay, Roy Barrett and Brian Yoakum. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

TRAMMELL -- Ruth Trammell, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Tuesday, November 4, 2003. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Roy Trammell; son, Ron Trammell and wife, Pauline, all of Albuquerque; daughters, Jacqueline Holcombe and husband, Harold of Los Lunas and Lisa Motter; grandchildren, Matthew Trammell, Julie-Anne Trammell, all of Albuquerque, Holly Becker and husband, Waylon, Vicki Powell and husband, Danny and Neel Holcombe, all of Los Lunas; six great-grandchildren; and brother, Bill Brown and wife, Rose of Albuquerque. Mrs. Trammell was preceded in death by her sister, Vallie Bunker. She was a member of Valley Christian Church. Mrs. Trammell was past president of the PTA and was active in various community activities. She worked for many years as a secretary at the Rio Grande High School. Services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Valley Christian Church, 2850 Gun Club Rd. SW, with Pastor David Morgan officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Matthew Trammell, Neel Holcombe, Waylon Becker, Danny Powell, James Trammell and Tom Tatum. Honorary pallbearers will be Julie-Anne Trammell, Holly Becker and Vicki Powell. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 710 W. 168th Street, New York, NY 10032. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

WATLAND -- Mildred Watland, 90, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, passed into the arms of her Savior Sunday, November 2, 2003. She is survived by her sons, Roger Watland and wife, Shirlene of Los Lunas, Gary Watland and wife, Beverly, and Michael Watland, all of Merced, CA; daughter, Sharon Beal and husband, John of Forest Grove, OR; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Watland was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. Chapel 843-6333
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

WILLIAMS -- James L. Williams was born in Sontag, Mississippi August 3, 1935. His parents, James W. and Ollie Williams relocated to Arizona when he was a small child and settled in Flagstaff, Arizona, where he grew up. He attended Whittier College for two years and graduated from Northern Arizona University. He served as a paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division. Jim accomplished much in his life, mentored others to excel, and made a difference in the communities he lived ( Flagstaff, Phoenix, Seattle, Washington DC, and Albuquerque). Jim was an excellent manager and leader and developed several employment and training organizations. He served as the Associate Director of the Phoenix Urban League, CEO of the Phoenix and Seattle OICs. He valued lifelong learning and "giving back ". Jim had traveled extensively in Europe and Africa, and served on the boards of many organizations, including Board of Trustees, Seattle University, and the Seattle Symphony. At the time of his death the City of Albuquerque employed him; he was originally hired as manager of the city's community centers. He had been the chair of the Amy Biehl Charter School since it's inception. James is survived by his parents Mr. And Mrs. James W. Williams, Flagstaff, AZ; his daughter, Sheri Williams, Seattle, WA; his partner, Bettye Pressley, six brothers and in-laws, Jesse (Wiley) Glendale, AZ; Charles (Loretta) Dallas, TX; Ray (Pearl) Phoenix, AZ; Mel (Janice) Tempe, AZ; Ernest (Gert) Las Vegas, NV; Johnny (Betty) Chicago, IL; his ex-wife Theola Williams (Seattle); Bettye's siblings and in-laws, Anne Carter Tillman (Elisha) Cincinnati, OH; Dr. Robert V. Carter (Ollie) Birmingham, AL, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. A celebration of Jim's life will be held Thursday, November 6, 2003, 11:00 a.m. in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in memory of Jim to the Amy Biehl Charter School, 8300 Phoenix NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE 842-8800
        Published on: Wed November 05, 2003

CARRILLO -- Mr. Gregorio Carrillo, 91, a resident of Albuquerque formerly of Veguita, passed away on October 31, 2003. Mr. Carrillo is survived by one daughter, Maria Marquez and husband, Bob; one son, Frank Carrillo and wife, Viola; one sister, Laurita Barela; two brothers, Reynaldo Carrillo, and Felimon Carrillo and wife, Esther; four grandchildren, Bobbie Marquez, Richard Carrillo and wife, Denise, Valerie Carrillo, and Lori Carrillo; four great-grandchildren, Brenden Kirk, Matthew, Jessica and Samantha Carrillo; one sister-in-law Teresita Carrillo; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Carrillo was preceded in death by his loving wife Isabel; two sisters, Seferina Barela and Eulogia Valles; four brothers, Hipolito Carrillo, Benerito Carrillo, Nicomedes Carrillo and Glumen Carrillo. Mr. Carrillo was a member of the Catholic Church, and a Veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II with the Headquarters Battery 809th Field Artillery. A visitation for Mr. Carrillo will be Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Eileen Montoya. Final visitation will be Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW, with a Communion Service at 10:00 a.m. by Deacon Tibo Chavez. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery with full Military Honors by D.A.V. Chapter 3. Pallbearers will be Richard Carrillo, Chris Carrillo, Pete Gonzales,, Raymond Gallegos, Celiz Valles, Eddie Barela. Honorary Pallbearer will be Fedelino Carrillo. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Tue November 04, 2003