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ROGERS, WILLIAM &Quot;BILL&Quot; EVART Bill Rogers, age 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died January 30, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 73 wonderful years, Beatrice Rogers; children, Lucille Martindale of Brandon, FL; Linda Rogers of Albuquerque; and Richard Rogers and wife Carol of Montrose, CO; special friend, Beth Williams of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Michelle (Greg) Kukwa of Valrico, FL; Laura (Mike) Antley of Monroe, LA; Timothy (Jenny) Rogers, Rachel (David) Walker, and Rebekah (Luke) Alston, all of Oklahoma City, OK; and nine great-grandchildren, Olivia Higgs, Garrett Antley, Quinton, Weston, Brenton, Peighton, and Kerston Rogers; and Aries Rogers and Orion Alston. Mr. Rogers was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Glenna (Petteys) Rogers; and a brother, Leonard. A member of the Army Air Corps during World War II, he served in Cairo, Egypt, and Oran, Algiers, as an airplane instrument specialist. He was a member of Netherwood Park church of Christ. Services will be held Tuesday, February 4, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Cemetery. Friends may visit FRENCH - Wyoming on Monday, February 3, 2014, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, friends may make memorial contributions to Anna Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, or Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winterhaven Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. Please visit our online guestbook for William Rogers at
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SMITH, LARRY Age 80, a loving husband and father, passed away on January 27, 2014. Larry was a longtime resident of Santa Fe who had recently relocated to Denver, Colorado. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Merilyn; daughters Joanne Smith and Tiffany Mitsch; son-in-law Tim Mitsch; grandchildren Eric Mitsch and Brian Mitsch; and his siblings Kip Smith, Anne Falbo and Paula Harnish. Larry was a graduate of the University of Montana, and moved to Santa Fe in 1964 where he owned the Credit Bureau of Santa Fe. Larry was born in West Point, Nebraska on July 29, 1933 and grew up in Lewistown, Montana. Larry will be laid to rest in Santa Fe on Friday, February 7th at 3:00 pm in a military service.
SEFTON, JAY ALAN Jay Alan Sefton's spirit was freed on the morning of January 25, 2014. Jay was born February 13, 1952 in Albuquerque, NM to Ira (Sonny) and JoAnn Sefton. Jay was preceded in death by his father. Jay is survived by his true love, best friend and wife of 40 years, Cynthia Sefton; three children Melanie (Eli) Ludwig, Melissa (Vincent) Chavez, and Sonny Jay Sefton; grandchildren Evan, Dominik, Lillian, Brighton and Beckham Jay; mother JoAnn Sefton; sister Johnni Van Tol; uncle CL Maddon and many other loved family members. Jay grew up in the Rio Grande Valley and graduated from Los Lunas High School. He proudly served his country in the US Navy for four years. He was presented with the Academic Award in 1973 while attending the US Naval Training Center in San Diego, CA. Jay was employed by Wagner Equipment, formerly Rust Tractor, for 26 years. Previous to that he was self-employed as an oil field welder in Oklahoma. Jay lived in Belen the last 26 years. While there he served as Belen Little League's president and earned his brown belt in Goju Ryu karate. He loved his family, the Ranch, cacti gardening, skydiving, good coffee, baseball, his catahoula hounds, visiting around a kitchen table, firearms, and all things sharp! Jay also loved inspirational wisdom of any kind. We are asking any attending his Celebration to bring an inspirational message that means something to them. There will be a message board for anyone wanting to post their message, or memory about Jay. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 8th from 1-4PM at Old Town Farm, 949 Montoya Street NW, Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Firefighter's Survivor Fund, P.O. Box 1697 Belen, NM 87002. Well done Jay Alan, our partner, father, son, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, friend and mentor. We salute you. Lon dubh scaoil, lon dubh scaoil Isteach i solas dubh na hoch' Blackbird fly, blackbird fly into the light of the dark black night
SCIALLA, MICHAEL M., DR. Age, 90, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Wednesday, January 29, 2014. Michael is survived by his wife of 66 years, Frances Arthur Scialla; his daughter, Janelle Scialla and husband, Ibrahim Acar, of Bradford-on-Avon, UK; sister, Jill Scialla of Bridgeport, CT; brothers-in-law, Melvyn Arthur and wife, Mary Margaret, of Gilboa, OH; and Rear Adm. Paul Arthur and wife, Joy, of Las Cruces, NM and many other family and friends. Dr. Scialla was preceded in death by his parents, Frances Xavier and Olimpia Scialla. He served our country in the United States Army in Korea during the Korean War. Dr. Scialla was a longtime member of St. John's United Methodist Church. He was in private practice in Albuquerque for many years. Services will be held Tuesday, February 4, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona St. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may visit FRENCH - Lomas, Monday, February 3, 2014 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's United Methodist Church. Please visit our online guest book for Dr. Scialla at 
ROSS, RICHARD J. &Quot;DICK&Quot; Age 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 28, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Nancy Ross; daughters, Miriam R. Ashton and husband, Geoffrey, and Rachel A. Ross; grandsons, Horatio J. Ashton and Noah G. Ashton; sisters, Florence Przbyla, Virginia Allen, and Loretta Harris. Dick served in the US Air Force and worked for the VA Hospital for 15 years. He was an avid gardener. He was a lifelong learner, avid reader always interested in new things. Cremation has taken place and interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Second Presbyterian Church Deacons Fund. Please visit our online guest book for Dick at 
ROMERO, MARTIN L. age 14, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and a friend to so many, passed away peacefully, the night of January 30, 2014 with his family at his side. Martin is survived by his parents, John and Cindy Romero; brother, James Romero; grandparents, Joe and Anna Hernandez and Vivian Romero. Martin was preceded in death by his grandmother, Virginia G. Romero. Martin's passions were playing baseball, hunting, fishing, skiing, and was an avid fan of the Isotopes, Dodgers, Lakers and Raiders, and being with his family. He was a dedicated altar server at Church of the Ascension. He made his parents very proud. Martin is now praying for all those children that are suffering from an incurable disease. We will miss you forever. We LOVE you Martin, Dad, Mom and brother. Visitation will be Thursday, February 6, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Church of the Ascension Catholic Church, 2150 Raymac SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by the Legion of Mary. Final visitation will be Friday, February 7, 2014 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Ascension with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m.Father Edmund Savilla, presider. Interment will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be his Teammates and Coaches from Rio Grande High School and South Valley Little League. Please visit 
ROGERS, WILLIAM &Quot;BILL&Quot; EVART Bill Rogers, age 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died January 30, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 73 wonderful years, Beatrice Rogers; children, Lucille Martindale of Brandon, FL; Linda Rogers of Albuquerque; and Richard Rogers and wife Carol of Montrose, CO; special friend, Beth Williams of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Michelle (Greg) Kukwa of Valrico, FL; Laura (Mike) Antley of Monroe, LA; Timothy (Jenny) Rogers, Rachel (David) Walker, and Rebekah (Luke) Alston, all of Oklahoma City, OK; and nine great-grandchildren, Olivia Higgs, Garrett Antley, Quinton, Weston, Brenton, Peighton, and Kerston Rogers; and Aries Rogers and Orion Alston. Mr. Rogers was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Glenna (Petteys) Rogers; and a brother, Leonard. A member of the Army Air Corps during World War II, he served in Cairo, Egypt, and Oran, Algiers, as an airplane instrument specialist. He was a member of Netherwood Park church of Christ. Services will be held Tuesday, February 4, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Cemetery. Friends may visit FRENCH - Wyoming on Monday, February 3, 2014, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, friends may make memorial contributions to Anna Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, or Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winterhaven Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. Please visit our online guestbook for William Rogers at 
ROBBINS, GRANT Passed away January 21, 2014 at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by his wife Sandra Robbins and leaves behind his son Steven Johnson, his wife Darlene and their daughter Crystal Lucero and her children Michael and Christopher. He is also survived by his daughter Sherrie Des Georges, her husband Steve, granddaughter Shirley Jamneshan and her husband Kamron and their children and great -grandchildren of Grant, Gracie and Grant (Jr.). Grant had been a resident of Albuquerque since 1973 until just recently when he came to live and be cared for by his granddaugher Shirley and her husband Kamron and their children in Corona, California. Daughter Sherrie and her husband Steve lived close by in Riverside, CA. Grant was a WW2 Veteran and after leaving the Navy went into radio broadcasting but spent most of his career as a top producing insurance agent. In his younger days, Grant taught dance at Arthur Murray and could really cut a rug. He also taught bridge, bowled and was an avid golfer. Grant will be layed to rest with his wife Sandra in Riverside, CA at the National Cemetery. He was loved by all and will be deeply missed.
1931 - 2014 Beloved wife, mother and friend passed away peacefully the night of January 28th. She is survived by her constant companion and husband of 62 years, John "Red" Patchell; sister, Peggy Seed of Oregon; brother, Jim Trainer of Albuquerque. Also by two daughters, Cathy and husband Mark Holstad of Albuquerque, Judy and husband Wayne Ward of Las Cruces; four sons J.M. Patchell and partner Michelle Hettich of Dillon, CO and Clifton Patchell, Jeff Patchell and Gavin Patchell all of Albuquerque. In addition she had three granddaughters; one grandson; three great-grandsons; and a fourth grandchild due this spring. Louise was a life long resident of Albuquerque and a proud graduate of the AHS class of 49'. A celebration of life will be held on March 8th with a time and place yet to be determined. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in the name of Louise to: Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), 8212 Louisana Blvd. NE #C, Albuquerque , NM 87113, 505-828-1331.
MILLER, DAVID A. David A Miller, 72, of Dewey, AZ, passed away suddenly Wednesday, January 22, 2014, with his beloved wife, Mary, by his side. David was born in Elkhart, IN, and grew up in Albuquerque, NM. He served in the U.S. Navy for 11 years and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He then graduated from the University of Washington and received his master's degree from the University of New Mexico. He was a teacher in the Gadsden School District, Chaparral Middle School, where he retired from in 2005. Dave enjoyed keeping up with current events on television, and getting updates on his computers and tablets. He loved watching Sci-Fi shows such as Star Trek and loved reading about ancient Roman History. Dave loved his electronics and was a real "techie". He was preceded in death by his parents, Jean and Edgar Miller. He is survived by four brothers: Thomas and his wife, Martha; Gregory and his wife, Toni; Christopher Miller and Douglas Bischoff. He is also survived by ten nieces and nephews; three stepchildren, Kim, Mike and Michele; and ten grandchildren who adored him. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Albuquerque, NM. Any condolences or shared memories, please visit 
MILLER, ALFRED Age 89, beloved spouse, father, and friend, went to his heavenly father Tuesday January 28, 2014. He was a Merchant Marine WWII Veteran active in both theaters of the Pacific and the Atlantic till 1946. Commissioned in the Army Reserves he taught general staff courses for 25 years and retired with commendations as a Full Colonel. During this time he also was a Defense Security Specialist with the Government, AEC. He then became a staff writer for 3 Wolfe Publishing sporting magazines, achieving Assisting Editor and Editor. Alfred was an avid hunter with a great sense of humor who instilled in his children a deep love of the outdoors. He is survived by wife, Elizabeth J. Miller, his spouse of 61 years of Albuquerque, NM; son, Christopher Miller of Albuquerque, NM; daughter, Nicole (Richard) Castellese of Albuquerque, NM; granddaughter, Candace (Colt) Stout of Bosque Farms, NM; granddaughter, Christen Miller of Canyon, TX. Miller was preceded in death by his mother, Nan Miller and father, Alfred Henry Miller, Sr. Rosary will be recited Friday February, 7, 2014, 9:30 a.m. and Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. followed by Military Honor Guard and reception at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel Ave NE. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. To view information or leave a condolence please visit 
MILLER, BEVERLY L. &Quot;BEV&Quot; The Family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this time. Your kindness will always be remembered. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at 
MALUY, DALE CLAIR January 12, 1923 to January 30, 2014 Dale died pain free and peacefully in a health care facility in Rio Rancho, NM, at the age of 91. He was preceded in death by brothers, Rex Maluy and Jackie Maluy; and sister, Patty Huntley. He is survived by sisters, Wilma Walker of Grand Junction, CO, and Norma Klapwyk of Grand Junction, CO; grandson, Wayne Scott of Spokane, WA; and granddaughter, Lori Scott of Arizona. Lt. Colonel Maluy logged over 3,000 hours in a B-29 in the European Theater during WWII as a member of the 305th Bomb Grp. To his crew and associates he was known as "Fearless Maluy" a nickname that held true to the time of his passing. Dale was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Oak Leaf Clusters and the Air Medal with Oak Leaf Clusters. Following his 22 years of Air Force service, Dale retired out of Walker Air Force Base in Roswell, NM. He went on to further his education of the University of New Mexico where he graduated with a Masters Degree in Southwestern History. Dale was well known for his knowledge and lectures on the history of New Mexico and the adjoining Southwestern states. He was born in Marysville, KS, and homesteaded with his parents in New Liberty/Mack, CO. The oldest of six children, he graduated from Fruita Union High School before enlisting, along with his brother Rex, in the Air Force as a Second Lieutenant. The family still reminisces about the time Dale buzzed the family's farm in a B-17, waving to his dad, while shocking neighbors and scaring their livestock. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Please visit our online guestbook for Dale at 
LYSLO, KERMIT BENNETT Age 83, a resident of Albuquerque, died on Thursday, January 30, 2014. He is survived by his wife of sixty years, Wilma Jeanne Lyslo; daughter, Julie L. Tillery and husband Gary of Albuquerque; his grandchildren, Katherine Gayle, Kerry Reeves, Kristopher Phillip and Kyle Bennett Tillery and many other family and friends. He was very active in the lives of his family, especially dedicated to his grandchildren. There was never a field trip, school event, swim meet, baseball, soccer or basketball game, golf tournament, birthday party, confirmation, band concert, pumpkin patch, zoo visit, vacation or graduation that didn't see grandpa present. Kermit was preceded in death by his parents, Bennett and Irene Lyslo and his sister, Norma Lyslo. He honorably served our country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, stationed in Japan and later in the US Air Force Reserves. He was a hospital administrator at Lovelace Bataan Hospital for 20 years. Mr. Lyslo was instrumental in the facilities construction for several new phases for Lovelace. He was a longtime member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, active in planning and coordination of the construction of the education building. A memorial service will be held Thursday, February 6, 2014, 2:00 pm at FRENCH - Lomas. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, or The Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia St. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or 
LEWIS, HELEN M. Age 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1966, died at home Thursday, January 23, 2014. She is survived by her children, Larry T. Lewis and wife, Pat, Shari J. Aubrey and husband, Rev. Robert, and Janet L. Cooley and husband, Col. William; grandchildren, Kristin Michael and husband, Matt, Craig Lewis and wife, Kristin, Brett Lewis and wife, Rocio, Lucas Aubrey and wife, Mandie, Aaron Aubrey, David Aubrey and wife, Jessica, Kelly Durrett and husband, Richard, Katherine Neumon, and Rachel Cooley; seven great-grandchildren, Shane, Owen, Alice, Ethan, Aaron, Ezra, and Cruz; and one-great-granddaughter on the way. Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her husband, L. T. Lewis and sister, Mildred Shepp. Helen and L.T. were longtime members of Monte Vista Christian Church. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Friday, February 7, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Helen's name to Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE or Dementia/Alzheimer's research and treatment. Please visit our online guest book for Helen at 
LEKSON, GLADYS MAY (PECSOK) An Albuquerque resident since 1975, died peacefully on January 21, 2014 at the age of 92, after five years of declining health. She was born in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and grew up in the Cleveland area. With a degree in education from Western Reserve University, she taught school and worked in an office before marrying John Lekson in 1945. He was a career military officer, who served with the 82nd Airborne in World War II. She accompanied John on all but two of his subsequent assignments: his first assignment to Korea and his combat tour in Vietnam. Otherwise, they were posted to bases throughout the U.S., as well as Washington, DC, Austria, Italy, and South Korea. She was a strong partner for her husband throughout his career, actively involved in supporting the families of soldiers wherever she and John were assigned. When John retired as a Major General, they moved to Albuquerque, where her mother, an aunt and uncle, and her sister Nancy's family were already located. Gladys and John both made many close friends here, were actively engaged in family and community activities, and traveled extensively. Following his death in 1992, she moved to La Vida Llena retirement center, where she was a highly involved member of its community for many years, and continued her world travel, often accompanied by her sons Michael and Stephen and daughter-in-law Cathy and sometimes by her sister Nancy. In her final years at La Vida Llena, she lived in its memory unit, "Mi Casa," where the staff helped make it a loving home for her. Throughout her life, Gladys was a caring, engaged, and thoughtful person, who always did her best to make things better for others. She was a tremendous positive influence on all who knew her -- a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, aunt, sister, in-law, and friend. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on February 15 at La Vida Llena, followed by her interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date (still being scheduled). Those wishing to make a contribution in her memory are encouraged to donate to the Full Life Foundation, c/o La Vida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. A fuller version of this obituary was published in the January 26 Journal. Please visit our online guest book for Gladys at 
