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Plunkett -- Margaret L. Plunkett, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died November 29, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Robert Plunkett; sons, James E. Uhl and wife Sandy of Albuquerque, Bob Uhl and wife, Elaine of Ahwahne, CA, Ed Uhl and wife, Yolanda of Glendale, AZ, Mike Uhl and wife, Beverly of El Paso, TX, Brian Uhl and wife, Barri of Canyon County, CA, Mark Plunkett and wife, Bridgett of Englewood, CO, and Douglas Plunkett and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque; daughters, Dawn Caress and husband, David of Albuquerque, Teena Waylett and husband, Randy of Shelton, WA, Joan Plunkett and husband, Floyd Legleiter of Colorado Springs, CO, and Ann Plunkett of Everett, WA; brothers, Vestal Kling and wife, Edith of Decatur, IN, and Rodney Kling and wife Lois of St. Cloud, FL; sisters, Millie Williamson of La Port, IN, Norma Eby and husband, Bud of Mishawaka, IN, Caroline Mitschelen and husband, Earl of Albuquerque, Evelyn Lea of Mishawaka, IN, and Marsha Roher and husband, Larry of Mishawaka, IN; 28 grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren. Margaret loved children and was a Sunday school teacher for over 30 years. Services will be held at Montgomery Place Church of God, 3601 Montgomery NE, on Wednesday, December 4, 2002, 2:00 p.m. with pastors Tim Warren and Dawn Caress officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, December 3, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Montgomery Place Church of God, Arrangement by French Mortuary, 1500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Salazar -- Lorella M. Salazar, age 77, went to be with her Lord, Saturday, November 30, 2002. Lorella was born February 7, 1925 to Tomas O. Montoya and Frances DeLao Montoya. Lorella is the last of the Montoya political dynasty -- Her brothers, Tom Montoya, State Representative Teddy Montoya, State Representative Alfonso Montoya, United States Senator Joseph M. Montoya; her sisters, Agneda Montoya and Virginia Chavez all preceded her in death. Lorella loved life and life loved Lorella. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Lorella is survived by her son, Tom J. Salazar and his wife, Gail Salazar; her brother-in-law, Tony Chavez; her nephews, Patrick Montoya, Phil Montoya, Joe M. Montoya and Teo Montoya; her nieces, Alicia Montoya and Lynda Montoya-Haran. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, December 3, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 4, 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo with Fr. Virgil officiating. Pallbearers will be Patrick Montoya, Phil Montoya, Michael Carroll, Steve Del Valle, Victor Castillo and Phillip Martinez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lou Avolio, Paul Del Valle, Bill Elliott and Tony Gabaldon. In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested to be made to the Theodore R. Montoya Hemophiliac Foundation, UNM Cancer Research & Treatment, 900 Camino de Salud, NE, Albuquerque 87131. French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Sanchez -- Jesus Sanchez, 80, went home to be with the Lord on November 26, 2002 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 26, 1922 in Atrisco, NM. Mr. Sanchez enjoyed woodwork, yard work and music. He also enjoyed standing at the pier in Malibu, CA and thinking of his days in the service. He is survived by his wife Rosemary K. Sanchez; children, Lawrence and Deann Sanchez of Westlake, Ca, Elise S. Sanchez of Albuq. and Charles J. Sanchez also of Albuq.; sisters, Luggie Montano and husband, Tom, and Enrica Gonzales and husband, Dan of Albuq.; brother, Tony Sanchez of Albuq.; six grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren. Mr. Sanchez will be deeply missed by his loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Peralta, NM. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Sanchez -- Mass of Christian Burial for Jesus Sanchez will be celebrated on Monday, December 2, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Peralta, NM. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque. Services are in the care of: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Townsend -- Rod F. Townsend, 58, passed away in his home peacefully in Sandia Park, NM on November 26, 2002. He was the owner of the Old Town Card Shop in Albuquerque, NM. Rod was best known for his talent as a hand-screen printer. He perfected the art of hand screening through over 40 years of experience. Many of his hand-screened Christmas cards and notes hang framed in homes all over the U.S. and even in some parts of the world. He carried a gold PRCA card due to professionally competing at rodeos in calf roping. His big joy was breaking and training young horses. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will best be remembered for his talent as a hand screen card printer. His family and friends loved most his quite shy gentle nature and his quick wit and humor. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Sandra Townsend; his oldest son, Jesse Townsend and wife, Jennifer, and their son, Rodney Cole of McDonough, GA; his younger son, Trenton Townsend, wife, Gabriela, and their twin daughters, Katya and Camille of Flushing, MI. He is also survived by his last remaining sibling, his sister, Rosalie Dial and her husband, Harold Dial of Vista, Ca; as well as many nephews and nieces. The minister presiding will be Rod's nephew and friend, David Townsend of Oceanside, CA. Pallbearers are: Harold Dial, Jack Smithart, John Dunlap, Henry McKinley, Jack Anderson and Ronnie Switzer. Honorary Pallbearers are: Harry Leighton and Sharon Winget. Funeral Services will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 3, 2002; with burial to follow directly in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers make donations in memory or Rod Townsend to the American Cancer Society, Southwestern Division, Inc., P.O. Box 3108, Albuquerque, NM 87190 or to Presbyterian Hospice Foundation, 8100 Constitution Place NE, Suite 120, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 842-8800
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Woods -- Mrs. Criselda Woods, 92, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 30, 2002.� Mrs. Woods is survived by her beloved children, Mary Louise Sanders, Ethel Elviria Perry and husband, Sam, Girleen Harrison, Joe Henry Woods and wife, Laura and Albert Woods; one sister, Mary Holleman; one brother, Patrick Henry Clark and wife; longtime companion, Emiliano Rodriguez; 26 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6:00pm until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m.�Final visitation will be Wednesday morning after 9:30 a.m. in the Gabaldon Chapel with a Funeral Service a 10:00 a.m.�Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements. 243-7861
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Zanin -- Kelli J. Zanin, 47, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on Thursday, November 28, 2002. She is survived by her husband, John P. Zanin of Albuquerque; two sons, Jeremiah J. Zanin of Ypsilanti, MI, and Justin P. Zanin of Albuquerque; nephew, Patrick Hardage; and niece, Kristle Hardage, both of Albuquerque. Kelli graduated from Sandia High School in 1973 and later married John Zanin in 1977. She also graduated from the University of Albuquerque with an associates degree in nursing. Kelli worked since 1976 as a registered nurse with Manor Care for 15 years and with Lovelace Hospital for the past eight years. She was a dedicated healthcare giver, a loving wife and mother and a special friend to many. Services will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2002, at French Mortuary Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, at 3:30 p.m.
        Published on: Mon December 02, 2002

Billups -- Reverend James F. Billups passed away November 28, 2002. He was born May 11, 1933 in Alabama. James was a Pastor and retired from the United States Air Force. He was a loving husband and father. James is survived by his wife, Floree; and five sons, Harold, Derrick, Jerome, Aundra, and Sebastian. The viewing and funeral services will be held at Albuquerque Bible Church, 320 Montano NW., just East of 4th St. The viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 5, 2002, followed by the funeral service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Jones and Rev. Washington will officiate the services. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, with full Military Honors. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Sun December 01, 2002

Boatman -- E. Bobbye Boatman, 91, a long time resident of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, passed away November 21, 2002. She was born March 19, 1911, to Frank and Eszter Mile of Kitchener, Ontario and was married to Dr. L.C. (Larry) Boatman in Santa Fe in 1951. Her last employment during a career as an executive secretary was with the NM Synod of the Presbyterian Church. In Santa Fe, her activities included the Toastmistress Club, choir of the First Presbyterian Church, where she was a frequent soloist, Garden Club, creative cooking, and hosting events, such as the Convention of the NM Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, in which Dr. Boatman was active. In Albuquerque, Bobbye was an early and enduring member of the First Church of Religious Science and an avid student of Science of Mind. She is survived by her children, Diane Boatman, of Accord, NY and Dorothy Boatman, of Madison, WI; 6 grandchildren, Donna Gray, Kirsten, Eddie, Mattie, Larry, and Edna Hogan; 7 great-grandchildren; her siblings, Louis, Steve, Charles, Gordon, Margo Scargall, Elaine Lampman, and Eileen Lang; nieces and nephews, Hilda Scott, Edward Mile, Bonnie Lou Novack, Jane Chance, and Donald Chance, Jr.; and many grand nieces and nephews. Special friends included Pat and Bob Gooch, Dot and Tom Tennies, Joyce and George Hudson, Barb and Bob Pixton, Bill and Doris Weaver, Norm and Barb Dawson, John Bundock, Esther Boatman, and Mary Karmody. Her parents, husband, and siblings, Frank, Juliana Chance, Peter, and Alex, preceded her in death. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 2002, at 11 a.m., at First Church of Religious Science, 3320 San Pedro Blvd. NE, with Rev. Patrick Pollard officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Bobbye's name to the Building Fund of the First Church of Religious Science, the Animal Humane Association of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia Street SE, 87108, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Sun December 01, 2002

Clark -- Elizabeth Joan Wilson Clark, 73, born in El Paso, TX, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, passed away on November 27, 2002. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert A. Clark,"Grandad," who passed away in December 2001. Joan is survived by her children, Denise Sprague, Robert Clark, Christi Hatch and Julie Clark; grandchildren, Nathan, Bonnie and Joel Sprague, Jesse, Cameron, Candace and Christan Hatch, Breanna, Nicole, Michael and Sean Sly; great grandchildren, Tyler Matthew and Megan Sprague, Jamie Hatch; brother, John M. Wilson, Jr. Her joy was her family. She devoted her life to the service of her family and many others. Joan was a woman of faith who taught her family to love the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She was a woman of refinement who gave her children and grandchildren a love for music and the arts. Joan was affectionately known as"Gammy" by those who cherished her association. Gammy and Grandad are together again! Gammy is parted from us briefly, but death has not separated us. Services will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taylor Ranch Chapel, 6009 Kachina NW with Bishop Daniel W. Lewis, officiating. Friends may visit at the Church on Saturday from 12:00 p.m. until time of service. Entombment will follow at Vista Verde Cemetery, Rio Rancho, NM. French Mortuary - Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Sun December 01, 2002