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LARSON, RESSIE EUNICE Age 90, has passed away. Ressie was the youngest of 12 children born to Willie F. Sampson and Callie Lowry of Pembroke, NC, and she was a member of the Lumbee Tribe. She graduated from the Normal School in Pembroke and earned an Associates Degree from Bob Jones University. Ressie worked in the War Department in Washington, D.C., during WWII and met her husband of 62 years, Charles, while working at Laurinburg-Maxton Army Air Base in North Carolina. Charles and Ressie settled in Wisconsin where they farmed and raised their family until the 1980s when they moved to Albuquerque, NM. In her late 50's, Ressie began a career with Mary Kay Cosmetics, became a Senior Director, proudly helped other women achieve their goals, and drove a Pink Cadillac for many years. Ressie was also an avid NBA fan. She was longtime member of both Mauston United Methodist Church and Christ United Methodist Church. Her greatest love and devotion was to her family. She was preceded in death by her husband and her sons: James and Eric. Ressie is survived by her children: Carol Flint and husband, Bob; Lydia Larson; and Ellen Genne and husband, Tom, all of Albuquerque; by her grandchildren: Robbie Bova and husband, Mike; Tonie Warble and husband, John; Jim Flint and wife, Monica; Rachel Richmond and husband, Travis; and Aurora, Larson, and Sierra Genne; and by her great-grandchildren: Andrew and Tyler Wilson, Jack Warble, Cire Bova, Delila and Luke Flint, and Conor Richmond. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:30 PM on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Christ United Methodist Church, 6200 Gibson Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM with Reverend Kim Kinsey, presiding. Donations in memory of Ressie can be made to Eric Larson Endowment and mailed to Eric Larson Endowment, Two Woodward Center, 700 Lomas NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800

Obituary for KIRMER

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KIRMER, ARTHUR C. JR. (ART) Age 91, of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, May 7, 2014. He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Rosa Kirmer; daughter, Nelly Maria Kirmer of Albuquerque; son, Irwin Kirmer and wife, Shari of Evergreen, CO; sister, Karla Hartley of Valley Center, CA; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and multiple nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Kirmer was born in Seattle, WA and joined the Merchant Marines, serving during World War II. Upon discharge, he joined the Civil Air Administration, later the Federal Aviation Administration. While stationed in Panama, Mr. Kirmer met and married his love, Rosita De Gracia. Interment will be on June 5, 2014, 1:30 p.m., at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. A celebration of Art's life will take place on June 6, 2014, 3:00 p.m., at home. Please visit our online guestbook for Art at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400

Obituary for JONES

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JONES, KENNETH THOMAS April 3, 1935- May 27, 2014 Kenneth Thomas Jones, 79, of Warsaw, MO, passed May 27, 2014 at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg, MO. He served in the Air Force from 1954 until 1976. He made his home in Albuquerque for 30 years working as a realtor and real estate appraiser and was a member of the Full Gospel Businessmen's Association. He is survived by his wife, Carol Jones, of the home; daughter Renee Robertson (Herbert) of Lincoln, MO; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother; one sister; and other relatives and many friends. Funeral Services were 2:30 P.M. on Friday, May 30, 2014 at the Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw. Graveside Services and Military Rites will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to the Abundant Life Christian Center P.O. Box 167 Lincoln, MO 65338. Kenneth Thomas Jones, 79, of Warsaw, MO passed May 27, 2014 at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg, MO. He served in the Air Force from 1954 until 1976. He made his home in Albuquerque for 30 years working as a realtor and real estate appraiser and was a member of the Full Gospel Businessmen's Association. He is survived by his wife, Carol Jones, of the home, a daughter Renee Robertson (Herbert) of Lincoln, MO, five grandchildren, three great grandchildren, one brother, one sister other relatives and many friends. Funeral Services were 2:30 P.M. Friday, May 30, 2014 at the Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw. Graveside Services and Military Rites will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to the Abundant Life Christian Center P.O. Box 167 Lincoln, MO 65338.

Obituary for HORTON

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HORTON, BEN K. Beloved husband dad and grandfather, Ben K. Horton passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2014. Ben was born on December 16, 1928 to Benjamin Kennedy who died in WWII and Lois Stearns Kennedy who later married Leo Horton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Thorne Horton who he was devoted to for 55 years. He is survived by his wife, Kay Parmon Horton, his love, a true sports partner and an adventurous traveling companion; his two sons, Ben T. Horton and Richard M. Horton; step-son, William Gifford IV; his daughter Rebecca F. Cheney; six grandchildren, Andrew Horton, Jennifer Headle, Miles Horton, Savannah Horton, Allene Cheney and Mathew Cheney all whom he loved deeply. Ben studied at UNM college of Business Administration and then entered UNM School of Law, graduating in 1952. At UNM, he joined the UNM Band and Sigma Chi Fraternity where he was appointed a Scholarship Chairman. During the Korean War, he joined the AFROTC Unit at UNM. Upon graduation, he was a lieutenant in the Staff Judge Advocate Corps of the USAF. He was assigned duty at the Walker Air Force Base in Roswell, NM where he was Staff Judge Advocate and assistant Commanding Officer. After fulfilling his service commitment, he returned to Albuquerque and opened his law offices in 1956 practicing General and Workman's Comp for thirty-one years in addition he built apartment complexes throughout the South and Southwestern part of the United States. In 1983, he built and developed subdivisions featuring adobe solar homes in the northwest valley. He also built the beautiful Oceano Palace Beach Front Hotel with three Mexican business associates in Mazatlan, Mexico. The family and many good friends vacationed at the Oceano for over thirty-years. Ben was blessed with a creative and curious mind with an insatiable zest for life. He had a passion for flying accruing 5500 hours of flying time in his own private plane. He flew his family to Mazatlan from Albuquerque many times, the last in a large Cessna 240 Turbo Twin. Ben had a very healthy respect for the sky! He loved skiing (free ski tickets!) at age seventy and playing golf regularly at favorite golf courses to include his club, Albuquerque Country Club. He had an undying love for boating recreation. He owned numerous boats vacationing with family and friends from Elephant Butte to Balboa Bay, Newport Beach, California. Ben's greatest love was music. He played a cornet in the Shrine Band and the Schmaltmeisters German Band for almost 40-years. Ben played with this band at almost every nursing home in Albuquerque. As a 35-year member of the Lions Club, he served as Program Chairman. During this time, he arranged the one and only Pro-Football game between New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys in the Duke city. Ben was an avid supporter of the UNM's athletic program his entire life. In his early years, he was devoted to traveling as a fan with the UNM track & field team. His loyalty influenced a number of recruits to the track and field team of top athletes. In addition he was devoted to the basketball and football programs never missing a game. Each morning began with a cup of coffee and the sports page! His various clubs included: The Albuquerque Petroleum Club, The Lions Club, The Elks Club, The Holy Ghost Home Owners Association, The New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association and he was a proud Eagle Scout. Ben Horton will always be remembered as a leader with a vision to create opportunities for adventure and prosperity for all family and friends. He had an optimistic view that anything was possible. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 7, 2014, at 3:00 p.m., at FRENCH University. Please visit the online guest book for Ben at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333

Obituary for HOLGUIN

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HOLGUIN, PABLO (PAUL) Pablo (Paul) Holguin born on October 4, 1925 ended his journey on May 28, 2014. He was married to Carmen Holguin for 37 years and survived by his daughters, Loretta (Lori) Cordova, LuAnna Fuentes-Ruiz, son Anthony Naranjo, his special granddaughters, RayAnna Fuentes and Olivia Ruiz. He was known as "Pampas" to his great-grandsons, Lucas Fuentes and Eli Thomas. He is survived by his daughter, Peggy Olivas and his son Eddie Holguin from CA and preceded in his death by his sons Paul Holguin, Jr. and Danny Holguin. He is survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Paul was a World War II Veteran who was very proud to tell you his stories of being a Navy Gunners Mate and a Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmer. Paul was known to many as a furniture truck driver for Mayflower and United Van Lines. He was General Manger and in his retirement was a Sales Consultant with Albuquerque Moving and Storage. Paul was a prideful man who did his best & excelled at everything he performed. Paul will be greatly missed by all. Thank you to all the staff at Heartland. A Committal Service is scheduled on June 2, 2104 at 9:45a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with Military Honors.

Obituary for HOFHEINS

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HOFHEINS, THERESA J. 1944-2014 Theresa Hofheins, age 70, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, passed away on Monday, May 26. Her greatest joy was spending time with family, which she loved and cared for above all else. We are very grateful for the love that she bestowed on each of us. She will always be loved and missed. Theresa was also an avid coin and gem collector as well as an artist. Theresa is preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth R. Wood; brother, Thomas Higgins; grandson, Phillip M. Vigil. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Richard; children, Sandra, Chris, Beth and husband Joseph Sambrano, Andrew and wife Lori; grandchildren, Lauren and husband Joel Prieto, Carlos and fiance Erica, Christopher, Theresa and husband Vigil Jonathan Maldanado, Julia, Shianne, Joshua and Katelynn; great grandchildren, Simara, Shayla, Aaliyah, Phillip, Aubree, Michael, Baileyann, Alyssa, and Kirsten; sisters, Jean Dewalt and Elizabeth McDonald; a special friend of the family, Marianne; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Services will be on Saturday, June 7 at 4:00 pm, at Valley Christian Church, 2850 Gun Club Road SW, Albuquerque. Interment will take place at Sandia Memory Gardens at a later date. 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 www.noblinfuneralservice.com.

Obituary for HOELZEL

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HOELZEL, MARY JEANNE SCOTT Mary Jeanne Scott Hoelzel, age 72, of Rio Rancho NM, died Sunday, May 25, 2014. The daughter of William Benning Scott and Maxine Margaret McMurry, she was born in Chattanooga, TN and raised in Cincinnati, OH and Louisville, KY. She graduated from Northwestern University, Evanston, IL in 1964. She worked in the property title industry until her last position before retirement as a high school teacher's assistant working with developmentally challenged students at South High School, Crystal Lake, IL. She is survived by her husband, William N. Hoelzel, III; and by their children Philip N. Hoelzel of Austin TX, Stephanie Anne Hoelzel and her husband Paul Huygens of Henderson, NV, and Andrew J. Hoelzel and his wife Evelyn (Valencia) Hoelzel of Fort Collins, CO. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Thalia Grace Huygens, William Gunner Hoelzel, Bren Scott Huygens, and Liliana Maria Hoelzel. In addition, she is survived by a sister Patricia Scott Meyer, her husband Bren, and a nephew Andrew Meyer, all of Alameda, CA, and a brother William Scott of Boise, ID. A Requiem Eucharist will be held at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, Albuquerque, NM, on Monday, June 2, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. A Requiem Eucharist will be held at a later time at St. Mary Episcopal Church, Crystal, Lake IL, with the interment of ashes immediately following in the Parish's Churchyard. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Food Pantry at St. Michael and All Angels, 601 Montano Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM, in the name of the departed. FRENCH Rio Rancho 1950 Pine Rd NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (505)338-2000

Obituary for HIGGINS

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HIGGINS, CAROL E. (EVANS) Passed away on Sunday, 25 May, after many years of courageous and erstwhile successful struggle against cancer. Born in December 1931 she was her mother's "Christmas Carol." It was during the Great Depression and one of our beloved mother's hardscrabble childhood joys was breeding and training tri-color collies. Her lifelong love of animals, which she shared with her younger surviving sister, Neil Evans, she conveyed to her four children, three of whom survive her: Leah Kim Higgins and husband Nathaniel Paul Tully; Bruce Higgins and wife Bonnie York Higgins of Flagstaff AZ; Mark Buckner Higgins with Tish Morris; two granddaughters Leila Higgins with Joe Fleishman, and Meira McKay and husband Eric and their two children Connor and Caitlyn and everyone's myriad dogs! Carol's youngest child, Paula Higgins, then married to Jerry Kiuttu, pre-deceased her in July 2006, as did her husband Philip Buckner Higgins who died in 1993. As a beautiful and bright 17-year-old attending college chemistry class, Carol met Philip Higgins, with whom she eloped to begin family life in Pescadero, CA where Philip was hired to maintain costal radio towers. The young family eventually returned to Utah where Carol began raising their first two children while Phil resumed colligate engineering studies on the greatly appreciated GI Bill. On Christmas Eve, 1954, Carol, with her family of five now, crossed the Rio Grande to live in Albuquerque. Phil had begun crucial Cold War work out at the burgeoning Sandia Labs. For years while the family rose into the Middle Class and relocated to the Village of Corrales, Carol labored hard as a stay-at-home mother now raising four children. Eventually she resumed her studies at UNM, earning a BA in English, an MS in Sociology, and an MA in Counseling. Carol was an accomplished cruciverbalist, birder, hiker and gardener; either active in or giving generously at various times, to the: NM Mountain Club, Audubon Society, Nature Conservancy, Planned Parenthood, Roadrunner Food Bank, and Animal Humane Society, among others. She read and travelled widely and had an artistic bent, evidenced in her drawings, paintings, ceramics and needlepoint works. She played accordion and piano, and loved Classical music. Tough when she needed to be, yet Carol loved people deeply and uniquely. We, her saddened survivors, will greatly miss our mother's broad humor; her intelligence and worldly curiosity; her spiritual seeking; her tender sympathies for all creatures both domestic and wild. We will even miss her often myopic determination to secure herself materially and emotionally from some hard lessons of an often bleak childhood. We love you Mom; we love you Grandma. We remember. We will always remember . . . Those of you who may recall Carol and are so inclined, please donate, in lieu of flowers or other such, in Carol's honor, to any of the aforementioned organizations.

Obituary for HENNINGSEN

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HENNINGSEN, THOMAS MICHAEL Michael "HENNY" Henningsen, 47, a lifelong Albuquerque area resident and local music scene icon died suddenly at his home late Thursday, May 22, 2014. He is survived by his spouse Danette Townsend of Cedar Crest; mother Mary Smiraldo and husband Charlie of Rio Rancho; father Tom Henningsen and wife Kate of Albuquerque; sister Kristin and husband Todd of Rio Rancho; sister-in-law Susie Henningsen of LIttleton, CO; mother-in-Law Glenda Miller of Cedar Crest; father-in-Law John Townsend and wife Marilyn of Albuquerque; sister-in-law Kierstin Garcia and husband Phil; brother-in-law Ryan Townsend of Albuquerque; brother-in-law Kyle Townsend of Tuscan, AZ; niece Allison Schwarz; nephews Jack Schwarz, Josh Henningsen, and Damian Garcia; Grandparents Glen and Christy Proctor of Littleton, CO. Uncle Ron Henningsen and wife Sandy of Scottsdale, AZ; Cousins Carl Hunt, Mark Henningsen and Todd Henningsen. His YMCA children Jade Wright-Norris and husband Nick; Jordi Gaylord; Lauren Schneider; Kim Babb and Chase Frankowiak of Albuquerque and JD Gonzales of Denver, CO. Michael was preceded in death by his brother Tim Henningsen; father-in-law Dave Spurry; grandparents Robert and Mary Lassiter; grandparents Myron and Montelle Henningsen; uncle Robert 'TG' Lassiter. Michael was a 15 year volunteer of the YMCA serving as mentor, coach, chaperone, surf instructor and most importantly campfire entertainer! He also volunteered as communications support for MOMS Demand Action For Gun Sense In America a cause that deeply touched his heart and soul. Michael was also a passionate member of the Echo Hill Ranch family. Michael had played in a number of local bands over the years and was passionate and dedicated to the local music scene. He worked for many years as Music and Senior Editor at the Weekly Alibi, helped co-found the Local iQ and most recently spent time as Communications Director for Expo NM. Michael was hyper-talented writer and musician, extremely witty and had a heart made of gold. He touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed. Please join the family and friends of Michael Henningsen in celebrating his life on June 19, 2014 at the Expo NM Pavilion from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Michael Henningsen Scholarship Fund c/o Danette Townsend can be made at the event or mailed to PO BOX 633, Cedar Crest, NM 87008.

Obituary for HEIMANN

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HEIMANN, DOROTHY JEAN Jean was born in West Point, Nebraska, to John and Neva (Robbins) Keller on December 31, 1931. Jean passed away on Saturday evening, May 24, 2014, surrounded by her family - her husband, Ed; her two surviving children, Susan and Bill and her brother, Bill and his wife, Heidi. Jean's family moved from West Point while she was in the second grade. After attending other schools in Nebraska, Kansas and Colorado, she graduated high school in Longmont, Colorado. Jean graduated from Colorado State University and was a member of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority. Generous with her time for her family, she was always available to listen to their triumphs and troubles. Her love for them was never doubted. She wished the best for her friends and family. She prayed for her grandchildren's health and happiness. She enjoyed her dog family too. When they would come to visit, she loved giving treats. She enjoyed her volunteer work with the American Cancer Society, Assistance League of Albuquerque, and her church, Prince of Peace. Jean is survived by her husband, Ed; son, Bill and his wife, Robin; daughter, Susan; grandchildren, Daniel, Nicole, and Shawn; great-grandchildren, Bailey and Rylee; as well as her brother, Bill, his wife, Heidi, and their children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her daughter, Nancy. The family suggests that memorials be directed to the American Cancer Society or Animal Humane Society in Jean's name. Services will be held on Monday, June 2, 2014, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel Ave. NE. The Rosary will start at 10 a.m. and the Mass at 10:30. A reception will follow in the church's community room. Interment will be at a later date at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Jean at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400

Obituary for GUTIERREZ

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GUTIERREZ, JOSE &Quot;JOE&Quot; TRANCITO 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 www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160

Obituary for GRIEGO

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GRIEGO, PLACIDA Age 88, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2014. Placida is survived by two sisters, Jenny Martinez and Mary B. Garcia and husband Jerry; one brother, Salomon Griego and many family members and friends. Rosary will be recited on Monday, June 2, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter St. NE. with a mass to follow at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Chilili Cemetery, Chilili NM. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222

Obituary for GODFREY

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GODFREY, FAY Age 81, passed away to be with her Lord on Thursday, May 29, 2014, in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Richard Godfrey, in 2006. Fay was born October 10, 1932 in Jacksonville, Texas, and moved to Albuquerque in 1951. Fay and Dick enjoyed music and traveling to Mexico. Fay loved her cherry red 1966 Corvette and took pride in being one of the oldest members of the Corvette Club. She was also a hot air balloon enthusiast, attending every Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta event since the first one in 1972, earning her pilot's license in 1992, and acquiring her own balloon, Blaze of Glory, in 1994. Fay is survived by her sister, Roger Uhler, Louisville, Kentucky; daughter, Debbie Kiser and husband, Scott, Frederick, MD; daughter, Gayle Godfrey, Albuquerque; son, Bryan Godfrey and wife, Teresa, Albuquerque; grandchildren, Sean Martin and wife, Jamie, El Paso, Jake Kiser, North Carolina, Lauren Kiser, Melbourne, Australia, and Lisa Smith and husband, Corbin, Albuquerque; great-granddaughter, Sierra Martin, El Paso. Friends may visit Monday, June 2, 2014, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. Funeral services will be Monday, June 2, 2014, 1:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of NM, 4015 Carlisle NE, Suite E, ABQ, 87107; or NM Heart Institute, 502 Elm NE, ABQ, 87102. FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400

Obituary for GARCIA

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GARCIA, MATILDA &Quot;TILLIE&Quot; 1932-2014 Tillie Garcia, deeply loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend passed gracefully from this life to everlasting life with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at the age of 82. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernesto; her very much loved and missed son, Gene; her parents, Alejandro and Emilia Campos; her brothers, Jose, David, Henry, and J.D. Campos; her sister, Mary Maes and son-in-law, Eloy Aragon. Tillie is survived by her 14 children; MaryLou Garcia, Joe and Loretta Garcia, Frances and Michael Salazar, Esther Garcia, Rick and Anna Garcia, Frank and Frances Garcia, Catherine and Ron Silva, Emily and Dale Thul, Ernie and Vera Garcia, Jenny and Joe Laurenzano, Michael Garcia and Rob St. Onge , Patricia Delgado , James and Janelle Garcia, Pete and Patti Garcia; sisters, Priscilla Martinez and Lola Sisneros; brother Felix and Arlene Sanchez; sisters-in-laws, Carmen and Dolores; 29 grandchildren; 45 great grandchildren; 11 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and three special family friends, Joyce Barela, Cynthia White and Amanda Sanchez. A viewing will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Peralta on Monday, June 2 at 7:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:30 p.m. A celebration of her life will be held Tuesday, June 3rd with a viewing at 2:00 p.m. at the Calvary Chapel Rio Grande Valley in Belen, followed by services at 3:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Valencia Cemetery. A heartfelt appreciation is extended to AmberCare Hospice, especially Erica, Alicia, Anne, Jeanette and Dr. Joe Aragon for the wonderful care they provided. 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 www.noblinfuneralservice.com

Obituary for GARCIA

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GARCIA, MARGARET PENA Margaret P. Garcia, 91, passed away April 23, 2014 in Fountain Valley, CA. She was born in San Mateo, NM to Rafael & Rosa (Montoya) Pena, she graduated from Grants Union High School in May 1940. She worked in the Valencia County Clerk's office in Los Lunas, NM from 1940-1944, then moved to Los Angeles and worked at the L.A. County General Hospital until Dec. 1945. She returned to Albuquerque and worked at the Credit Bureau, the New Mexico School of Mines, and the U.S. Public Health Service. In August 1948 she married Joe Emilio (JE) Garcia of Albuquerque in Salt Lake City, UT where they started their family. JE's work took them to Colorado, Albuquerque, and eventually El Paso. Margaret went back to work in El Paso in 1957 working for Dr. Truett Maddox, Western Gas Co., Southern Union Gas Co., Farah Manufacturing, Atari, and the Knights of Columbus. Margaret is preceded in death by her husband, JE, and grandson Matthew Garcia; and is survived by her children Gerald, Joseph and wife Arlene, her daughter Debbie Garcia-Strother and husband Jef, Greg and wife Dawn, and Lawrence; her grandchildren Margaret-Lee Garcia, Amber Vercautrin, Ryan, Aaron and Sierra Garcia, Stacy (Garcia) Parry, and Christopher and Lauren Garcia; great-grandchildren Julian Joseph, CJ, Lilly, Arielle, Joseph, Jaeden, Londyn, Avery and Elise. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 6, 2014 at 10:30 am at Journey Fellowship Church, 2518 Eubank Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM, Pastor Derek Witt officiating. A reception will follow at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Norris, 53 Edelweiss, Tijeras NM where family and friends are invited to share memories. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of America. The Omega Society 1577 N. Main St. Orange, CA 92865 (714) 754-7781

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GARCIA, RICHARD A. 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 www.danielsfuneral.com Richard's care was entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160

Obituary for FRITZ

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FRITZ, DAVID BRUCE Age 64, of Tajique, NM, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. On July 25, 1949, David was born to Velten F. and Marian Hollerich Fritz in Albuquerque, NM. Blessed with a creative and curious mind and a hunger to live life to the fullest, David succeeded in all the endeavors of his life. David has lived his dream as an artist and outdoorsman. He hiked many mountain tops including the high peaks of Sierra Nevada. He engaged in the mysteries of life choosing opportunities that allowed him to travel the world, but he always returned to his beloved state of New Mexico, where he built his own home in the East Mountains. David loved and laughed for 37 years married to Stefa K. Zawerucha, a woman who laughed easily and joined him on his life journey. Together they danced and choreographed new avant-garde performance pieces. They got their undergraduate degrees in Dance at the University of New Mexico and their Master degrees in Dance at Mills College in Oakland, CA. David's skill as a carpenter excelled from building homes to creating beautiful wood carvings of three dimensional design that inspired abstract thought and intrinsic spirit. David was a Technical Director of the Tish School of the Arts at New York University in New York City, a job he loved where he met inquisitive students and creative colleagues who pushed each other to excel. David was deeply respected in his career as a choreographer and as an administrator who got things done. He received a Bessie, a New York Dance and Performance Award, for his thought provoking lighting design. He also received grants and awards from the New York State Foundation for the Arts and the New York Council on the Arts. David served his country honorably during the Viet Nam Conflict. His earthly cremains will be alongside his parents and grandparents below the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. David is survived by his wife, Stefa K. Zawerucha; his brothers, Stephen (Maria) of Albuquerque and Philip (Judy) of Portland, OR; three sisters, Jean Latham (David) of Rio Rancho, Mary Ellen Farrelly (David) of Albuquerque and Teri McMillan (Michael) of Rio Rancho; 11 nieces and nephews; and seven great-nieces and nephews; all whom he loved deeply. A Memorial Service was held Thursday, May 29, 2014, 3:00 p.m. at FRENCH University. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Please visit our online guestbook for David at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH University 1111 University Blvd, NE 505-843-6333

Obituary for EDWARDS

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EDWARDS, VIOLA MAE KNOPP born in Cleveland, Ohio on August 28, 1927, went to be with our Lord on May 16, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty years, Joseph S. Edwards, with whom she lived in Albuquerque since 1960. She is survived by her four daughters, Stephanie, Shannon, Tamora, and Kimberli; four sons, Bryan, Patrick, Dustin, and Duke; thirteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous foster children. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm, June 5, 2014, at Calvary Chapel East, 12820 Indian School Road, NE, Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to the Marbury Church of God, Marbury, MD, or Calvary Chapel East, Albuquerque, NM.

Obituary for DOWLER

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DOWLER, TERUKO Age 86, passed away Monday, May 12, 2014. She was born in Wakkanai, Japan on October 3, 1927, to Ichizo and Chiyo Miyamori. She lived in Albuquerque, NM for over 51 years. Teruko liked sewing, cooking, gardening and loved taking care of her family and loved ones. She was member of the Japanese American League. Teruko was preceded in death by her father, Ichizo Miyamori; mother, Chiyo (Ando) Miyamori; husband, Donald Albert Dowler; daughters, Terry Harmeyer, Rumiko Moore. She is survived by her children, David Dowler, William Dowler, Louise Sauer and husband Ed, Tina Dowler, Robert Dowler and wife Debbie, Donna Hsu and husband Dr. Michael; fourteen grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. A Reception will be held from 4 o'clock to 6 o'clock pm on Thursday, June 5, 2014 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Teruko's honor to New Mexico Cancer Center, 4901 Lang Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, http://nmcancercenterfoundation.org/help.php or to Hospice Compasus, 6000 Uptown Blvd NE, Ste. 104, Albuquerque, NM 87110. The family wishes to thank her nurse June from Hospice Compasus and all the family, friends and neighbors who offered support and care during this difficult time. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010

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CUTTER, DONALD COLGETT SR. A Californian who called New Mexico home, passed Friday, 4 April 2014, age 92. A well-known scholar of Southwestern colonial history and the Malaspina scientific exhibitions, he earned a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. He taught at the University of Southern California and was Professor of History Emeritus at the University of New Mexico. Upon retirement from UNM, he held the O'Connor Chair for the History of Hispanic Texas and the Southwest at St. Mary's University, San Antonio, Texas. He authored many books and articles and lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Various research and teaching trips took him to Spain and Mexico. He served honorably as a Naval officer in the Pacific during WWII on the USS Pecos and was a patriot his entire life. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Lazear Cutter; their nine children, Diane Cutter of Corrales, NM, Donald Cutter Jr. of Schwabisch Gmund, Germany, Charles Cutter of West Lafayette, IN, Teresa Cutter Dana, Theodore Cutter, Andrea Cutter, Alex Cutter, all of Albuquerque, Douglas Cutter of Normal, IL, and Carmen Cutter of San Diego, CA; 15 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; and his brother, Ross Cutter of Spokane, WA. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, June 1, 2014, 2:00 p.m., at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle Blvd. SE. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers and to honor the life of Donald Cutter, a tax-deductible contribution may be made to support historical scholarship through the Bolton-Cutter Award, created in 2008 to honor Dr. Cutter. The award is given annually by the Western History Association. Checks payable to "WHA Bolton-Cutter Endowment" may be sent to the following address: The Bolton-Cutter Endowment, Western History Association Department of History, 605 Gruening Building, University of Alaska-Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AK 99775-6460. Please visit our online guestbook for Donald at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
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