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HUTTON, PATRICK H. Age 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 64 years, died Wednesday, April 23, 2014. Pat was born on March 19, 1935 in the Chicago area. He moved with his family to Albuquerque when he was 15 and spent the rest of his life embracing the sunny days, lakes, mountains, rivers, sunsets, and people of New Mexico. He graduated from Highland High School, and after studying at New Mexico State University, began work at the Public Service Company of New Mexico, from which he retired in 1990. He was an active member of First United Methodist Church, always ready to serve meals, bake pies, help with building projects, or lead discussion groups. He served on many Boards, including Landsun Homes Retirement Community in Carlsbad, which is owned and operated by the Methodist Church. He belonged to the Kiwanis Club in Albuquerque and worked with the Santa Fe group during Fiesta, where he had the great honor of operating the Eyes of Zozobra. He spent many hours over several years working with the Special Olympics, ACLOA (now Musical Theater Southwest), Suicide Prevention Help Lines, Share Your Care Adult Day Services, the I-25 Club and numerous others. He found ways to spread his zest for life to those around him by organizing hot dog roasts, bike rides, songfests, Halloween pumpkin carvings, summer rafting trips, picnics, and his renowned St. Patrick's Day parties, for which he spent the entire day preparing his famous corned beef and cabbage. He never missed a performance when his wife, Marilyn, was playing her violin. He loved animals, flowers, music, making jam, ballet, theater, poetry, whistling, playing with his grandchildren, sailing, riding his motorcycle, gardening, playing the guitar, Nascar races, meeting new people, baking bread, and preparing gourmet meals. He was uniquely creative and always ready to try new things. Most of all, Pat's heart was centered on his family and friends. Each birthday card was carefully crafted to express his genuine care. His capacity for listening and empathy brought comfort and encouragement to many, and his love of fun brought joy to everyone around him. People found themselves happy simply by being in his presence. After caring for his aging parents, Pat fulfilled his dream of traveling with his wife, Marilyn, to almost every State and many foreign countries. He cherished his Irish heritage and traveled to Ireland to meet family members and hear stories of his ancestors. In turn, he enjoyed hosting his Irish cousins and showing them New Mexico. He never failed to make new and lasting friends wherever he went. Pat is survived by his wife, Marilyn; his children: Joe Hutton, Debi Hale and husband, Steve, Jeffrey Page and wife, Max, and Jill Moore and husband, Randy; his grandchildren: Geoffrey, Krista, Epi, Amelia, Chloe, Alexis, Ashley, Amber, Ryan, Logan, and Nicholas; his sisters: Jackie Cleveland and Carol Brown and husband, Larry; and many Godchildren. Pat was preceded in death by his daughter, Lori Hutton, and his granddaughter, Jenifer Hale. Pat's life will be celebrated at First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead Ave. SW. on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. Donations in Pat's memory may be made to the Albuquerque Philharmonic Orchestra, P.O. Box 36893, Albuquerque, NM 87176. Please visit our online guestbook for Pat at
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PHELAN, BRADY Jeffrey Brady Phelan, born March 5, 1957 saw Heaven's glory April 12, 2014. Brady is survived by his wife Carol; two beloved sons, Levon and Sean; his mother Eileen Phelan; father Dr. Jack Phelan; his brothers and wives, John and Elise, and Dr. Sean and Dr. Cynthia Phelan. Brady graduated from Sandia H.S. in 1975, worked at GTE Siemens for 10 years, and has worked 21 years at Intel. Remember his quick smile, fun nature, zest for living and true friendship, and always saying that "today is the best day of my life!" Brady had a caring heart, and a strong Christian faith as witnessed in his daily life. Memorial is Friday, May 9 at 10am followed by reception 11am - 1pm both at Calvary Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna NE. A Funeral Mass will be Saturday, May 10 at 10am, Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE. Visit www.caringbridge.org for Brady Phelan to read more. In lieu of flowers, donate in Brady's name to the "100 Club", for injured firemen or for veterans through the Wounded Warriors Project.
PASCALE, MICHAEL ANTHONY Age 71, a resident of Albuquerque for 39 years, died Tuesday, April 22, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Mary; two sons, David Pascale and wife, Andrea of Des Moines, IA and Scott Pascale and wife, Bridgett of Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Katelynn Pascale and Amanda Pascale; sister, Diane Lehman of South Venice, FL; and many friends. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Wilma Pascale. He was born in 1942 in Teaneck, NJ and graduated from Ridgefield Park High School before entering the United States Navy, where he served honorably. After his discharge, Mike attended commercial business college and married Mary Schwarz in 1966. They moved to Albuquerque in 1975 where he worked at Sunrise Tele Productions. He retired from Midway Office Supply. Mike was a baseball fanatic, loving the LA Dodgers. He was very sweet and social, loved by all he came in contact with. Mike was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held Monday, April 28, 2014, 11:00 a.m., at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Rd. NE, where ennichement will also take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mike's name to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd NE, #300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Please visit our online guestbook for Michael at 
Age 73, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Thursday April 17, 2014. Leo was born March 9th, 1941, the son of Alfredo and Julianita Maestas. He was a devoted father, grandfather, and brother, and nothing meant more than his family. He was lovingly referred to as "G-Pa" by his grandchildren. He was very proud to be an Army Veteran. He was a very honest and sweet man to all who knew him. Preceded in death by his parents, brothers Louis, Ralph, and Chris Maestas, sisters, Georgia Lybrook and Rosie Cordova, grandson Joseph Gallegos. Survived by his two daughters Jodelle Willoughby and husband Tracy and Tamara Maestas; five grandchildren Jazmine and Tyler, Noah, Isaiah and Trinity; sisters Bertha Leeson, Ramona Valdez, Angelina Garcia and Alvina Candelaria; many nieces and nephews and loving friends. A Rosary will be held on Wednesday, April 30th at 9:30am, Mass at 10:00am (reception to follow) at St. Jude Thaddeus Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd., Albuquerque, NM 87114. Burial at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00pm.
MAESTAS, OLIVAMA &Quot;OLLIE&Quot; Age 89, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend became an angel on Tuesday, April 22, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband Fernando; infant daughter, Maria; her parents Nemecio and Fedelina Sisneros; sisters, Rafealita Martinez, Juanita Barth, Louisa Lujan, Fritzie Sisneros and son-in-law, Dick Henderson. Ollie is survived by daughters Lita Espinoza, Gloria Henderson and Frances Zubia; sons, Benjamin and wife Dorothy, Nick and wife Regina, Daniel and wife Marti; grandchildren Tom and wife Andrea Maestas, Paula Maestas, Julie Zubia, Christina and husband Jeremy Casillas, Sandra Adams, Christopher Maestas, Rachael Maestas and Lauren Burger; eight great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; her siblings, Gertrude Clark and Magda Trujillo; daughter-in-law, Patricia Maestas; brothers-in- law, James Barth, Paul and wife Nancy Lujan, Thomas and wife Bertha Maestas, Tony and wife Beatrice Maestas, and sister-in-law Sally Maestas, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and loved by many more. The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice, especially Nurse Kim Nichelson and CNA Dorothy McMillen for their wonderful care, treatment and support through this difficult time. Memorial Services will be held at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 7:00pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 2, 2014 at 11:00am. Interment to follow immediately at Gate of Heaven, 7999 Wyoming Blvd., NE. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
KELLY, DONALD EDWARD June 18, 1939 - February 28, 2014 Dr. Donald Edward Kelly, 74, a small town boy who became a nationally known education consultant, has died. Don died in Albuquerque after a 1 year battle with multiple myeloma and kidney failure. He had been treated at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Denver last June with stem cell replacement therapy and appeared to be improving. However, 8 months after his return home to New Mexico, the cancer recurred. He died February 28 with his wife and son by his side while in hospice care. Friends commented on his warmth, optimism and life-long sense of humor, joking with his nurses and doctors even through his final illness. Don was born in Greeley, CO, on June 18, 1939, grew up in the town of LaSalle and graduated from College High School in Greeley where he played on the state championship baseball team. He spent summers working as a carpenter with his father, Edward Kelly. He held degrees in education and psychology from the University of Northern Colorado and received his doctoral degree in curriculum and instruction from Arizona State University in 1970. In 1983 Don married Diane Telep in Los Lunas, NM and they settled comfortably into a life crowded with cats, dogs and horses. In the fall evenings he enjoyed watching the sandhill cranes which returned to the pastures every November to feed before moving north in March. Don's 49 years as an educator included work as a classroom teacher and principal and 27 years as a teacher educator in New Mexico. He was best known professionally for his nationwide work with at-risk middle schools and adolescents. He was consultant to State Departments of Education and advised schools and educational organizations from Alaska to Florida, including many Navajo Nation Schools. He was Director of the New Mexico Middle Grade School Initiative - "Turning Points" Carnegie Corporation of N.Y. Policy Initiative, and Consultant/Site Coordinator to the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Successful Schools Program. Don is survived by his wife Diane; sister Mardelle Ewing of LaSalle, CO; his only son Kristofor; and grandson, Griffin, both of Austin, TX. The Kelly family expresses great appreciation for the dedicated care provided by Dr. Kenneth Smith, the entire oncology team at the Cancer Center at Presbyterian, and the compassionate hospice caregivers. Cremation has taken place. Don requested no formal memorial service by held. A celebration of his life will be held later this summer with close friends and family. With this in mind, reserve a moment of reflection and strive to be happy. Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Los Lunas Chapel, 2211-D Main St., (505) 866-9992, where an online guest register is available at 
IZENBERG, IVAN Ivan "Ike" Izenberg, age 92, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Edith Levin Izenberg; son, Brian Izenberg and his wife Deborah; daughter, Janice Lynn Izenberg; and grandchildren, Hallie and Eric. Ike was born in Paterson, NJ. He served in the United States Army Signal Intelligence Corps during WWII. Ike was a Diplomat with the State Department, serving in the Far East. More recently, he was a consultant with Sandia National Labs. Ike will be interred at Santa Fe National Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2014, 11:30 a.m., at the Jewish Community Center, 5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Memorial contributions may be made to the Autism Society of America. Please visit our online guestbook for Ike at 
HUTTON, PATRICK H. Age 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 64 years, died Wednesday, April 23, 2014. Pat was born on March 19, 1935 in the Chicago area. He moved with his family to Albuquerque when he was 15 and spent the rest of his life embracing the sunny days, lakes, mountains, rivers, sunsets, and people of New Mexico. He graduated from Highland High School, and after studying at New Mexico State University, began work at the Public Service Company of New Mexico, from which he retired in 1990. He was an active member of First United Methodist Church, always ready to serve meals, bake pies, help with building projects, or lead discussion groups. He served on many Boards, including Landsun Homes Retirement Community in Carlsbad, which is owned and operated by the Methodist Church. He belonged to the Kiwanis Club in Albuquerque and worked with the Santa Fe group during Fiesta, where he had the great honor of operating the Eyes of Zozobra. He spent many hours over several years working with the Special Olympics, ACLOA (now Musical Theater Southwest), Suicide Prevention Help Lines, Share Your Care Adult Day Services, the I-25 Club and numerous others. He found ways to spread his zest for life to those around him by organizing hot dog roasts, bike rides, songfests, Halloween pumpkin carvings, summer rafting trips, picnics, and his renowned St. Patrick's Day parties, for which he spent the entire day preparing his famous corned beef and cabbage. He never missed a performance when his wife, Marilyn, was playing her violin. He loved animals, flowers, music, making jam, ballet, theater, poetry, whistling, playing with his grandchildren, sailing, riding his motorcycle, gardening, playing the guitar, Nascar races, meeting new people, baking bread, and preparing gourmet meals. He was uniquely creative and always ready to try new things. Most of all, Pat's heart was centered on his family and friends. Each birthday card was carefully crafted to express his genuine care. His capacity for listening and empathy brought comfort and encouragement to many, and his love of fun brought joy to everyone around him. People found themselves happy simply by being in his presence. After caring for his aging parents, Pat fulfilled his dream of traveling with his wife, Marilyn, to almost every State and many foreign countries. He cherished his Irish heritage and traveled to Ireland to meet family members and hear stories of his ancestors. In turn, he enjoyed hosting his Irish cousins and showing them New Mexico. He never failed to make new and lasting friends wherever he went. Pat is survived by his wife, Marilyn; his children: Joe Hutton, Debi Hale and husband, Steve, Jeffrey Page and wife, Max, and Jill Moore and husband, Randy; his grandchildren: Geoffrey, Krista, Epi, Amelia, Chloe, Alexis, Ashley, Amber, Ryan, Logan, and Nicholas; his sisters: Jackie Cleveland and Carol Brown and husband, Larry; and many Godchildren. Pat was preceded in death by his daughter, Lori Hutton, and his granddaughter, Jenifer Hale. Pat's life will be celebrated at First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead Ave. SW. on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. Donations in Pat's memory may be made to the Albuquerque Philharmonic Orchestra, P.O. Box 36893, Albuquerque, NM 87176. Please visit our online guestbook for Pat at 
HIRSCH, GENEVIEVE JOOS Age 50, of Austin, Texas, died on March 27, 2014. Genevieve was born in Los Alamos, New Mexico to Joseph Gerard VanDenHeuvel and Gertraud Emilie VanDenHeuvel-Dreer. Genevieve grew up in Albuquerque with her two older sisters, Michele and Gwendolyn and her younger brother, Maurice. Genevieve graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1992 and was conferred a Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edwards University in 2004. Genevieve married Glenn Hirsch in 1992 and died in his arms at Seton Hospital in the early morning hours attended by an expert team of clinicians. Genevieve provided a richly textured clinical experience both as a psychiatric nurse and therapist in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She was gripped by the mysteries of the psyche and explored the psyche's manifestations as elaborated through mythology and dreams. Genevieve had many deep loves, and her loving energy enveloped those fortunate to know her. In her later years, Genevieve hurled herself into acting, dance and music. She loved her acting coaches, CK McFarland and MJ Vandivier, and they became her guides to her passionate embrace of "this is the life, this is the life, this is my life." She honored her friendships. She is survived by her friends Jim Collins, Alice Powsner, and Kathy Kraft, each of whom held a special place in her heart. Her good friend Ann Hughes passed away on January 27, 2013. She lost one guide, Harry Wilmer, in 2005, and is survived by her other guide, Caroline Bates. Richard Hill, Genevieve's uncle and fellow life traveler and confidant from Scotts Valley, California, also survives to honor Genevieve's memory. Genevieve had three soul carriers, BT Beagle, Big Red and Butter, three beagles, who hardly ever spent a day without Genevieve in their lives. BT Beagle passed away in November 2011 and she brought Big Red and Butter into her life in March 2013. The girls miss their mother immensely. Genevieve is survived by her parents, all her siblings except Geoffrey (who died at five months), three nephews, and two nieces. A celebration of Genevieve's life will be held at 2202 Townes Lane, Austin, on May 2nd from 1-5 PM for family and friends. Gifts should be made to the Austin Children's Shelter.
HESTAND, WILLIAM RUSSELL Age 85, passed away Monday, April 14, 2014. He was born in Roscoe, TX on November 16, 1928 to William Isaac and Pearl Mae (Ratliff) Hestand. William is survived by his wife of 50 years, Bettie L. Hestand; children, Michael Brown, Ragene Brown, Elaine Carlson, and Kimberly Brown Musser. William joined the Army Air Corps at Colorado City, TX, September 16, 1946. He retired from the US Air Force, at the rank of Master Sergeant, on October 1, 1972 at Travis Air Force Base, CA with 26 years of service. He served in both the Korean War and Viet Nam Wars. After retiring from the Air Force, he moved to Kermit, TX where he went to work for the US Post Office as a Mail Carrier, rising to the position of Assistant Postmaster. He retired after 18 1/2 years. William was a 32nd Degree Master Mason of Lodge 1258 in Kermit, TX. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, May 2, 2014 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Full Military Honors will be presented. To view information or leave a condolence please visit 
HART, ANN ALICE Age 85, of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2014. A loving and devoted wife and mother, she is survived by three sons, Charles, Lee, and John all living in Albuquerque; and nephews, Roger and Rodney. She was preceded in death by her husband, John McKinley Hart who passed away earlier in 2014; her father, Lee; and her mother, Ethel. Ann was born in New York City, NY in 1929. Her family relocated to El Paso Texas in the 1940's, where she attended high school. Later she moved to Albuquerque and worked at the Excelsior Laundry and State Electric Companies with many friends. She met her husband of 62 years and they were married early in 1952. She spent the rest of her life as a very loving, caring mother, and active housewife. She guided her three sons to lead proper and successful lives and taught them all to be good cooks. She was truly the inspirational glue keeping her family close. Ann had many friends in Albuquerque and was very active in the Four Hills Country Club Ladies Golf Association. In addition to her immediate family she loved her many dogs and her wonderful gardens. Ann was very kind to all she met, and will be truly missed. She is now with her soul mate, John for eternal love. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 2:00 p.m., at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo del Norte Blvd. NE. A reception will follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Animal Humane NM at (www.animalhumanenm.org) Please visit our online guestbook for Ann at 
HAALAND, BARBARA Age 75. Born in Philadelphia, PA and became a long time resident of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband John D. Haaland. She is survived by her two daughters, Amy Candelaria and her husband Danny of Los Lunas, NM and Julie Pratt Mudlo and her husband John of Denver, CO; and a granddaughter Katie J. Candelaria. Barbara was a retired RN, participated actively in her community as a member of the Junior League, Garden Club and was a spirited volunteer. A Memorial Service will be held at Unity Spiritual Center 9800 Candelaria NE ABQ, 87112 on Saturday May 31st at 10:30 a.m.
