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Ulrich -- M. Jean Ulrich, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died Thursday, January 30, 2003. She is survived by her brother-in-law, Earle Ulrich of Sheldon, IA; and stepmother, Deloris Steyer of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley Ulrich in January 1985. She was a member of the Mile Hi Optimist Club. Memorial Service will be at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel on Tuesday, February 4, 2003 at 4:30 p.m. with Deacon Al McLane officiating. Cremation has taken place and private interment of her cremated remains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Jean's family and friends give thanks to all the staff at Albuquerque Manor for their loving care.French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Mon February 03, 2003

Vigil -- Fernando Herman VIgil, 38, a longtime resident of North Hollywood, California, passed away from this world into the kingdom or our lord, peacefully in his home on Wednesday, January 29th, 2003. He is preceeded in death, by his special friend, David Herrera; his father, Freddie Vigil of Albuquerque; paternal Grandparents, Joe and Carlota Vigil of Albuquerque; maternal grandfather, Alferes Vallejos of Barstow, California; paternal uncles, Simone and Ronnie Vigil; paternal cousins, Dodo Chavez, Maggie Sanchez and Benjamin Vigil of Albuquerque; maternal cousins, Lucille Vallejos and our most precious Rachel Rodriguez of Barstow, California. He is survived by his loving mother, Florence Urquidez and stepfather, Art Urquidez; dear friend, Jordan Trevelyan; two sisters, Judith Quintana and husband, Jonathan of Belen, NM and Karen Moncallo and husband, Ernest of Albuquerque; two step brothers, Art Jr. and Jerry Urquidez and their families; maternal grandmother, Ida J. Vallejos of Albuquerque; nieces and nephews as they arrived in the world: Jenesis and Jared Moncallo, Jena, Joshua, and Jacob Quintana; paternal auntie Annie and husband, Leo Chavez; paternal uncle, Ben Vigil; maternal aunts, Romona Chavez and husband, Alfred of Albuquerque, Gloria Rogers and husband, Bill of Victorville, California, Mary Gutierrez of San Diego, California, Dorothy Garcia and husband, Gene of Barstow, California; maternal uncle, Gene Vallejos and wife, Peggy of Belen, NM. Mr. Vigil is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts and loving cousins. Fernando lived his life to the fullest with his loving friends. Fernando leaves behind his wonderful dog,"JOY." He loved to write poetry, he loved music and the beautiful outdoors. He enjoyed the performing arts, theatre, opra and the movies. He loved to sing and dance. Most of all he loved people and the good times they shared. His greatest hobby was flirting- he never met a stranger. All who knew him loved him. Above all, his greatest love was his beautiful home and his heart belonged to the Golden State of California. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, February 4th, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors SW. Viewing will be held at 6:30 p.m. A Catholic Christian Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Edwins Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW. Celebrant of the Mass will be Father Jose Hernandez. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jordan Trevelyan, Jonathan Quintana, Ernest and Jared Moncallo, Diego Lucero, Freddie Martinez and Ernest Esquibel. Honorary Pallbearers will be step brothers, Art Jr. and Jerry Urquidez. Fernando Herman will be laid to rest next to his father, Freddie Vigil."Hieto" we will keep you in our hearts forever. Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of arrangements 243-7861
        Published on: Mon February 03, 2003

Apodaca -- Mr. Federico Apodaca, 60, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on January 30, 2003. Mr. Apodaca is survived by one daughter, Veronica Rempkowski; two sons, Enrico Apodaca and Eugene Apodaca; one granddaughter, Michaela Rempkowski; one grandson, Michael Rempkowski; his mother, Mary Apodaca; two sisters, Frances Apodaca, Lita Baca and husband, John; three brothers, Ben Apodaca and wife, Lorraine, Charles Apodaca and wife, Rosemarie and Richard Apodaca; several niecs, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Apodaca is preceded in death by his father, Fred Apodaca and a son, Freddie Apodaca. Mr. Apodaca was a member of the Catholic Church and a Veteran of the United States Air Force serving in the Viet Nam Era. A visitation for Mr. Apodaca will be Sunday afternoon from 4:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW with a Rosary to be recited at 5:00 p.m. by the Legion of Mary. A final visitation will be Monday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Ascension with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00am by Father Savilla. A Committal Service will follow at the Los Padillas Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rico Apodaca, Gino Apodaca, Richard Apodaca, Charles Apodaca, Jon Paul Baca and Jason Baca. Honorary pallbearer will be Ben Apodaca. Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements 243-7861
        Published on: Sun February 02, 2003

Bostian -- Hester Montine Bostian, left this earth to join her beloved husband, Jack and other loved ones in Heaven, on January 31, 2003. She left behind two sons, Dan Bostian, Larry Bostian and wife, Tia; three daughters, Barbara Grant and husband, Alfred; Sue Stover and husband, Smokey, and Kathi Bostian; two sisters, Lucy Boyer Crouch and Grace Cook; twelve grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Hester was born in Bald Knob, Arkansas on April 9, 1916 to Marjorie and Henry Poteete. She was one of ten children, the first girl after seven brothers. Hester and Jack were married in September of 1933 and moved to Taos, NM. in 1950, where they raised their family until 1964 when they moved to Albuquerque. Hester was a life time member of the Eastern Star and the Rebekahs. She was an inspiration to her family and all who knew her. The funeral service will be held at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 9315 Candelaria NE., on Monday, February 3, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Mike Elliott will officiate the services. Burial will follow at Sandia Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Michael Grant, Douglas Bostian, Michael Stover, Patrick Stover, Sonny Sefton, Jerry Wilson, Jay Sefton, Vince Chavez, Eli Ludwig, and James Bostian. The family would like to say a special thank you to Aunt Lucy for all her loving care, Effie Martinez, for all her care of our mom. You will always be in our hearts. To Betty Zamora, her faithful and kind neighbor. Our special thanks to Inez Place, Mary, Delores, Monique, and especially Reggie �Julio. Our heartfelt thanks to Sheryl and Ron of Vista Care Hospice. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Vista Care Hospice, 5201 Venice Ave. NE. Suite A., Albuq., NM. 87113. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Sun February 02, 2003

Brock -- Kenneth Ray Brock, 63, beloved husband, brother, father and friend, died Friday, January 31, 2003, after an extensive battle with cancer. He was born December 25, 1939 to Albert and Marguerite Brock in Perryton, TX. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Brock of Albuquerque; daughters, Bridgett Love of Sumner, WA and Dana Brock of Seattle WA; a stepson, Derek Kuit of Albuquerque; sister, Evelyn Thomas and husband, Eldon of Dalhart, TX; brother, Jackie Brock and wife Jean of Truth or Consequences, NM; grandchildren, Anthony and Amanda Anderson and Avery Brock; many nieces and nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Billy Brock. Ken loved traveling across country as a long haul truck driver. In his travels he toughed many lives and made many friends. He loved Montana and fly-fishing in the streams. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, February 3, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Rd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial funds in Kenneth�s name can be sent to Presbyterian Hospice Care Unit at 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110. The family would like to thank all the staff at Presbyterian Hospice for their excellent and loving care during this difficult time. Please join the family in a celebration of Kenneth�s life to be held at the Brock home following services. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Sun February 02, 2003

Claycomb -- Dale Emory Claycomb, 50, passed away on January 29, 2003. He is survived by five children, Danny Claycomb, David Claycomb, Sharon Cordova, Stephanie White-Claycomb, and the love of his life, six year old, Alexandria Morgan Claycomb; one brother, Frank Claycomb; and one niece, Naomi Claycomb. He will be greatly missed by his very close friend Giovanna Marchese-Claycomb and all of his partners and co-workers at Sandia National Laboratories and the University of New Mexico Lifeguard Trauma Team. Dale was the Director of Emergency Medical Services at Sandia National Labortories and a Flight Paramedic at University Hospital. Dale also served in the United States Air Force. Dale's passion in life was spending time with his daughter Alex and in particular riding their horse"Katie" together. Alex helped her Dad feed Katie everyday. Alexandria was the apple of her daddy's eye and he was her hero. There will be an Honorary Eulogy Service, Sunday, February 2, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Funeral Services will be Monday, February 3, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Rd. N.E. An honorary emergency medical services procession will follow to Santa Fe NationalCemetery for interment. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sun February 02, 2003

Doeren -- Lt. Col. Earl B. Doeren (USAF, Ret.) passed away January 29, 2003. He was 85. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Lola Grace Doeren, by only 17 days. He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie of Albuquerque, NM; his sons, Stephen, of Springfield, MO, Bruce of Albuquerque, and Bob of Durango, CO; and seven grandchildren. Col. Doeren's life was marked by devotion to family and duty to country. Col. Doeren was born in l917 in De Pere, Wisconsin, to Sophie and William Doeren. His father died during the Depression when Earl was only l2, the oldest of six siblings, and he took on a major responsibility for their care. He was known his entire life for that sense of responsibility, was devoted to his family, and cared for his wife who had diabetes for many years. In World War II he served in the l27th Infantry, 32nd Division,"The Red Arrow", in the Pacific theatre for four years, working in medical units close to the front, and later with some of the earliest deployments of a key new technology, radar. He returned to De Pere after the war, was married, and joined the Air Force, marking the beginning of ever-more-sensitive and important postings when the U.S. and Soviet Union were poised at the brink of nuclear war during the Cold War. He also served in Japan during the occupation and at other front-deployment bases in several states, including Alaska. His last assignment was at the then-new NORAD (North American Air Defense Command) site deep inside Cheyenne Mountain at Colorado Springs, CO. He retired in 1968, and he and his family moved to Albuquerque, where he began a second, civilian career, working for several years for Family Life Insurance. Everywhere he went, from the grocery store to the hardware store on his never-failing Saturday errands, Earl encountered people who enjoyed seeing him and experiencing his quips and sense of humor. He was known for his kindness, his twinkly eyes, his humor, brilliant one- liners. He sang the loudest in church, and knew in every city he lived the best place to get the biggest scoops of ice cream. He loved the Green Bay Packers (during both the great and not so great years), singer Peggy Lee, the big bands, and as a young man was known as a great dancer. He was very intelligent, and read widely about the issues of the day. After he retired, he spent much of his time working the New York Times crosswords and writing highly expressive, colorfully phrased and opinionated letters to editors, political leaders, and CEOs about drunken driving, gambling, the upping of the speed limits and other issues of the day on a 40 -year old manual typewriter he refused to replace with even an electric version. In 2000 he had major surgery, and moved into Mission Manor Nursing Home where he lived two years. He became"The Colonel," a most beloved resident, loved for his kindness, caring, his great sense of humor, his ability to touch people's hearts and lift their spirits and make them smile or laugh. By a vote of the residents, he was crowned"King of Mission Manor". He roamed the halls of the institution in his wheel chair, replete with a purple squeeze-bulb horn, greeting all as if he were the mayor, singing songs he made up and his own favorites. He sang with the pianist whenever he came and got others singing, too. He also loved an occasional outing to a nearby restaurant because it offered something scarce indeed on most menus, his beloved rhubarb pie. His family and friends will miss him greatly, and the love and spirit he brought to their lives. He will be in their hearts forever. Funeral Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday, February 3, 2003 at Chapel of Sandia, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE with Fr. Michael Schamp officiating. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m. in Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Sandia Funeral Care 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Sun February 02, 2003

Fjelstad -- Edward Fjelstad died Jan. 30, 2003, at his home. He was a decorated World War II veteran of the D Day invasion. He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Martha; his daughter, Lisa Ann Medina, and her husband, Gilbert; and two very special grandsons, Antonio and Andrew. Donations in lieu of flowers are requested for organizations researching diabetes, breast cancer and multiple myeloma: American Cancer Society at 5800 Lomas NE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87110; American Diabetes Association at 525 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87108; or the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation at 3 Forest Street, New Canaan, Conn. 06840. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery Thursday, February 6, 2003, at 11:00 a.m. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming NE in Albuquerque 821-0010
        Published on: Sun February 02, 2003

Fuller -- Hayes Fuller, age 15, beloved son of Marilyn and Peter H. Fuller, was received into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, January 30, 2003. His parents and an incredible circle of loving family and friends survive him. The family members closest to Hayes were his aunts, Deborah Miles, Carroll Fuller Larson, Carol Adamec, Meg Connors, Melanie Murray, Peggy Colwell, and Rebecca Sien; cousins, Carly, Keith and Aubre Miles; and his longtime friends, Brandon Gregoire, Ryan Jewell, Taryn Strickland and Neil Rawley. Hayes is loved and will be missed by many other friends and classmates from Sandia High School. He will be remembered as the best son there could ever be, a self-advocate for people with disabilities, a spokesperson for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and a dedicated manager for the Sandia High School Girls Basketball Teams. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hayes Fuller Scholarship Fund, c/o Sandia High School, Attn: Bookkeeper, 7801 Candelaria NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110; the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Mexico, 5301 Central Ave NE, Suite 203, Albuquerque, NM 87108, 888-WISH; or the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 6733 Academy NE, D-1, Albuquerque, NM 87109, 828-1331. Viewing and visitation will be held Monday, February 3, 2003 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. There will be a Celebration of Hayes' Life on Tuesday, February 4, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sun February 02, 2003

Fuller -- "John" Johnathan Douglas Fuller, RPh, 55, passed away Monday, January 27, 2003. John is survived by his mother, Annie; his companion, Dawn Alexander; his sons, Kyle and Kory of Colorado Springs; his brothers, Drew, Steve and Mark of Albuquerque; and his sister, Ginger McLamore of McKinney, TX. John also has four nieces, Angela, Jeni, Jesi and Sarah; one nephew, Eric and one great-niece, Sophia. John was born in Hobbs, NM on November 27, 1947 to Andra Lee Fuller and Annie Lee Moreau Fuller. The family moved from Jal, NM to the Texas Panhandle in 1957. He graduated from high school in McLean in 1965 and briefly attended the University of Texas and Southwestern Oklahoma, prior to moving to Albuquerque and graduating from the University of New Mexico, College of Pharmacy in 1972. His profession as a pharmacist took John from Santa Fe to Colorado Springs in 1978. John's boys grew up playing soccer with three young players named Sagastume. John became friends with their father, Air Force Academy soccer coach, Louis Sagastume. Both John's boys played soccer in college on athletic scholarships. John moved back to Albuquerque in 1997 and continued his work as a pharmacist. John loved gardening and had gardens at his mother's home as well as his own small paradise in his backyard. His nieces are avid soccer and racquetball players. They could always depend on seeing"Uncle John" among their fans, smiling and encouraging them. He loved Lobo sports and followed the games closely. John leaves behind many family members that truly loved him and miss him. He had many friends and acquaintances including customers at the pharmacy whom will miss him deeply. Services were held Friday, January 31, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel.French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Sun February 02, 2003