KOLESAR, GEORGE T. Age 76, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Friday, June 6, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 39 years of marriage, Mrs. Mary Kolesar of Albuquerque, NM; two nieces; and one nephew, who all live in Pennsylvania. George is also survived by his family in Albuquerque including, nieces and nephews; especially his god-daughter, Catherine Golden of Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Ron Kolesar; and one sister, Margie Andrasi. He was an active member of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church. George also worked for Sandia Labs for over 40 years. He enjoyed all sports and was an avid Penn State fan. Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, June 10, 2014, 7:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Westside. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, June 11, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, with Father John C. Daniel as the Celebrant, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW. Interment will take place at Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. Friends may visit on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Westside. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or at www.stjude.org. Please visit our online guest book for George at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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Obituary for GURULE
GURULE, JOSEPH E. age 35, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, June 6, 2014. Joseph is survived by his parents, Lawrence and Lupe Gurule; daughter, Simona LaCour-Gurule; grandmother, Isabel Lovato; sister, Sharee Romero and husband, Michael; fiancee, Nichole Maestas and her children, Alexis Adamacio, Feliciano and Emilio; nieces & nephews, Krystal, Lawrence III, Michael ( Mickey) Jr., Gabriella and Chantel; grandnephews, Christopher and Eziquel; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 10, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Wednesday, June 11, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eloy Medina, Santi Maestas, Noah Roybal, Gilbert, Marin, Santiago Martinez, and Daniel Ortiz. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Romero Jr., Lawrence Gurule III and Robert Rice. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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Obituary for CHAVEZ
CHAVEZ, MARY ELLEN Passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2014, surrounded by her loved ones including - her devoted husband of 58 years, Eddie P. Chavez and her two daughters - Linda L. Rambes and Yvonne J. Craig. She is at peace now and we will miss her dearly. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her son, Edward C. Chavez and her daughter, Geraldine A. Hoffland. She was a life-long resident of Albuquerque and came from a large, faithful New Mexican family. Mary Ellen had eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was a woman of strong faith and loved God and the Catholic Church. Mary Ellen and Eddie enjoyed music and dancing - mostly at senior centers around Albuquerque. They traveled to Las Vegas many times throughout their life together to attend dances and concerts. A Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7601Wyoming Blvd. NE. Inurnment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE. 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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Obituary for BUNTZ
BUNTZ, JAMES KEENAN James (Jim) Keenan Buntz passed away on May 31, 2014. He was born on July 8, 1926 in Shenandoah, Iowa as the second child of Charles Everett and Ruth Darlene (Keenan) Buntz. His sister Patricia Ruth (Buntz) Senn, now deceased, had four children, James Bradford Senn of Columbia, Maryland, Marc Cole Senn of Snowflake, Arizona, Randal J. Senn of Wausau, Wisconsin and Charles Gregory Buntz of Grinnell Iowa. Jim served in World War II (1944-1946), in the Asiatic Pacific Theater. Returning to Iowa after his discharge, Jim completed a Bachelor's Degree at the University of Iowa and then moved to Denver, Colorado. Working in Denver he met his future wife, Janice (Jan) Glee Emley. Jan was born in Mount Ayr, Iowa with her family later settling in Clarinda, Iowa just 20 miles east of Jim's home town. After being married on August 2, 1953 in Clarinda, the couple moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico where they lived until their deaths. Jan and Jim had two children, who today live in Albuquerque: Jeffrey Keenan Charles Buntz with wife Henrietta Anita Buntz, and Jennifer Glee Buntz with partner Stephen Lee Mathias. Jim loved gardening and the outdoors. Many family vacations were spent visiting National Parks and Monuments throughout the Southwestern US. In later years, he went elk and deer hunting with his son Jeff. He was also an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers. Jim's ashes will be taken to the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, New Mexico on August 23, 2014 where he will be buried next to Jan.
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Obituary for ARMIJO
ARMIJO, JELACIO Age 86, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2014. A Rosary will be recited at 10:15am on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. SW. Following the mass, burial will take place at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Jelacio will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Affordable Cremation & Burial 621 Columbia Dr. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-262-1456
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Obituary for YOUNG
YOUNG, HUGH MCCULLEN Age 92, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2014. He was born in Chicago, IL on March 11, 1922. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Georgina Young; his daughter, Cheryl Richman; and grandson, Michael Young. Hugh is survived by his children, Ronald Young and wife Cheryl of Albuquerque, NM, Richard Young and wife Jane of Hinsdale, IL, Georgene Jander and husband Alan of Rio Rancho, NM; son-in-law, Thomas Richman of Rio Rancho, NM; grandchildren, Sandra Blacet of Shingle Springs, CA, Amy Young of Albuquerque, NM, Richard Young of NJ, Lisa Young of Elmhurst, IL, Jennifer Standridge of Condon, OR, Jason Richman of Long Beach, CA, David Young of Hinsdale, IL, Christopher Jander of Parker, CO, and Lynn Jander of Rio Rancho, NM; great-grandchildren, Michael Ryan Young, Kristi Lovato, Michael Lovato, Cassandra Blacet, Megan Blacet, and William Blacet. Hugh served in the Army Signal Corps during WWII in the Phillipines and New Guinea. He was a President and Business Manager of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1859 for the Western Electric Hawthorne Works in Cicero, IL. A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm with the Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 pm, Thursday, June 12, 2014, at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 pm, Friday, June 13, 2014, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Entombment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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Obituary for STAHNKE
STAHNKE, MARIA age 87, a long-time resident of Albuquerque passed away June 6 after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth and passed on their 68th wedding anniversary. She is also preceded by her granddaughter Joy Stahnke. She is survived by her son Ralph and his wife Rita; daughter Martha and her husband Mike; grandchildren Christine, Hope and husband Mark, Keith and Michael, Jr.; great-grandchildren Kenneth William Stahnke II, L. J., Wendy, Stephen, Alix, Savannah, Dustin, Elizabeth and Val; six great-great-grandchildren; and her best friend Dorothy. She retired from the Albuquerque Journal. Maria was very active with the deaf senior citizen community, enjoyed 4 wheeling, dancing, swimming, ipads, cards and cleaning. Visitation will be Friday, June 13, 2014 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at French - Wyoming. Services will be Saturday, June 14, 2014 at 9:00 am at FRENCH-Wyoming. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ralph Stahnke, Hope Padilla, Kenneth W. Stahnke II, Mike Stahnke, Mark Padilla and Keith Raiola. Please visit our online guestbook for Maria at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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Obituary for SENA
SENA, GERMAINE Germaine, beloved, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, auntie, godmother and friend. Age 50, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 4, 2014. She leaves many memories and family behind. She was preceded in death by her son Nick Olguin. Germaine is survived by her parents Gus Archuleta, Josie Baca-Archuleta; daughter Andrea Olguin; son Anthony Sena; sister Linda Archuleta; brother David Archuleta and wife Charlotte; grandchildren Angelina, Monique, Malaya, Anthony and Aalana; godsons Simon Trujeque and Andrew Sena; nieces Candice and Cassie; nephews David William and Austin Adam. Funeral arrangements have been set for Saturday, June 14, 2014 as follows: 8 AM Viewing, 8:30 AM Rosary, 9:00 Am Mass at Holy Family Parish - 562 Atrisco Dr SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. Burial to be held following Holy Family Services at Mt. Calvary - 1900 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Reception to be held at: Carlisle Square Condos, 4601 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. In lieu of flowers, the family request any donations can be made to the "Germaine Sena Memorial Fund" at any Wells Fargo Bank.
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Obituary for SANCHEZ
SANCHEZ, RANDOLPH (RANDY) LEE age 58, born January 3, 1958 in Albuquerque, New Mexico and passed away June 8, 2014 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, following a lengthy illness. Randy is survived by his significant other, Minny Romero (Deery Leery) and her children, Robert and Randy Romero; his children, Dolores Sanchez of Las Cruces, New Mexico, Randy Sanchez of San Diego, California, and Daniel Sanchez of Las Cruces, New Mexico; mother, Melba Sarracino Sanchez of Grants, New Mexico; brothers, Rudy Garcia (Dorothy) of Anton Chico, New Mexico, Victor Sanchez (Mary) of Los Lunas, New Mexico, Jerry Sanchez of Grants, New Mexico, Joseph Sanchez (Theresa) of Grants, New Mexico and Chris Sanchez (Aileen) of Grants, New Mexico; sisters, Rhonda Gutierrez (Abel) of Los Lunas, New Mexico, Sandra Marez (Curtis) of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Darlene Garduno (Gilbert) of Denver, Colorado; granddaughter, Aislynn Barela of Las Cruces, New Mexico; and many, many nieces and nephews who adored him and thought he was just the funniest/ craziest uncle ever - anyone who knew him knew he was quite the jokester. Randy was preceded in death by his father, Eduardo Sanchez; brothers, Mark Sanchez, Johnny Sanchez, Patrick Sanchez and Leroy Sanchez; sister, Shirley Salcido; nephews, Archie Salcido, Christopher Sanchez and Robert Sanchez. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 11, 2014 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Thursday, June 12, 2014 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, 500 East High St., Grants, NM with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Grants Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eddie Sanchez, David Garduno, Philip Marez, Kenny Gutierrez, Amadeo Maestas, Joshua Garduno, and Curtis Marez. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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Obituary for SANCHEZ
SANCHEZ, ROD C. age 89, born, in Gallup, NM and a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side Saturday, June 7, 2014 making his final journey to Heaven into eternal life with Jesus. Mr. Sanchez is survived by children, Roderic J. Sanchez and wife, Rosalie, Arleen A. Sanchez, Mary Jo Torres, Lenore V. Sanchez and companion, Theresa; sister, Aurora Lucero; brother, Julio Sanchez, grandchildren, Roderic E., Rachelle, Rheanna, Robyn, Monica, and Veronica; great-grandchildren, Roderic M., Ava, Bradley, Mikayla, Isabella, Alex, Daniel, Savana, Angelica, and Elijah. Mr. Sanchez was preceded in death by his wife, Velia Sanchez. Mr. Sanchez was a kind, loving Christian man, a member of the Catholic Church, and was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WWII. Visitation will be Friday, June 13, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited by Pat Muniz Robert at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Santuario de San Martin Catholic Church, 8321 Camino San Martin SW, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Monsignor Richard Olona, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at Alliance Home Health Care, with a special thank you to Sabrina. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guest book. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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Obituary for SALEK
SALEK, BETTY LOU (NEE TEDFORD WILLIAMS) age 82, passed on May 29, 2014 in Colorado Springs, CO. Betty Lou was born in Lindrith, NM to Francis Earl Tedford & Lucy Bell Weathersby as the family traveled back to Abilene, Texas from California. She was one of eleven children. When her father died in 1939, Betty Lou and her sister Rilla Mae went to the Buckners Orphans' Home in Texas for eight years. She loved living there and told many stories of her adventures. At age 16, while working in a soda shop in Albuquerque, she met and married Roy Williams (1949.) They had four children, Mark Williams (Carol) Lynn Williams (Scott Leonard) Lynda West, and Lane Williams (Laura.) Betty married Fritz Salek (deceased) in 1972 and had one daughter, Amy Chino (Chris.) She lived in Los Lunas for many years before moving to CS in 2013. She is survived by nine grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers and is survived by five brothers. Her passion for helping others showed in her job as a nurse's assistant at Presbyterian Hospital and her many years working with the PTA (where she helped with the first polio vaccines and organized great Halloween carnivals.) She also worked for years in electronic assembly. She became a member of the VFW auxiliary after marrying Fritz and strongly believed in veterans' rights. She enjoyed camping when her kids were young, church activities, reading, oil painting, crocheting, growing flowers, and baking (she had quite a sweet tooth.) She would often visit nursing homes with church friends before her health failed. She had a beautiful smile and was known for her stylish auburn hair and dimples. A family memorial was held in Colorado Springs on June 6th.
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Obituary for SAIZ
SAIZ, EDDIE Age 73, passed away on June 7, 2014. He was born in Estancia, NM on August 16, 1940 to Margarita and Antonio Saiz. He is survived by two daughters, JoAnn Chavez and husband, Oscar, Denise Saiz and husband, Eric Fisher; two sons, Steve Saiz and wife, Sylvia Romero, Juan Saiz and wife, Victoria; three grandchildren, John Saiz, Santiago Saiz, and Stephanie Chavez; three brothers, Louie Saiz, Ruben Saiz, and David Saiz. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Adela Saiz. A private Memorial Service and burial has taken place. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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Obituary for REDE
REDE, RICHARD God wrapped his arm around Richard Rede and took him home on June 6, 2014. Richard was born on January 15, 1952 to Lorenzo and Estella Rede of Mesilla, New Mexico. He graduated from Las Cruces High School in 1970 and attended New Mexico State University until he moved to Albuquerque in the fall of 1972. His first job in Albuquerque was at the Frontier Restaurant making their famous sweet rolls. That same fall Richard met Michael Pickard who would become his lifelong partner. Following the Frontier Richard would work for several years at Pick's Sandwich Shoppe working elbow to elbow with Michael and his parents. In 1977, Richard looked for an opportunity to use is creative talents and found a position as a floral designer for People's Flowers, a position he would hold for the next 29 years until he retired in 2006. Richard is survived by his parents; a brother, Ruben Rede (Teri) of Cripple Creek, Colorado and four sisters Gloria Rodriguez (Henry), Sylvia Madrid (Anthony Renio), Celia Mayers and Cecilia Luchini (Wally) all of Las Cruces, New Mexico and many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and Michael Pickard his companion of more than 41 years. Richard will be remembered for his many creative talents both in flower design and production but also interior and landscape designer, for his tremendous work ethic, his great love for little old ladies and for the joy he brought to the many children of our friends and neighbors that he delighted in spoiling at birthdays and holidays, for his loyalty to all of those he loved, to those he worked with and for. Richard was a naturally shy man who was great fun to be with. His outspoken and often fearless comments, jokes and stories would keep all those with whom he worked in high spirits and moving the toughest job forward. Life here will never be the same, but his was a life will lived. Richard loved God and placed his faith and trust in Jesus Christ for his salvation. His family encourages you to read these scripture verses to seek His comfort through the writings of John 3:16, 14:6,27. Please visit our online guestbook for Richard at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for MORRIS
MORRIS, DOROTHY A. Age 90, passed away Monday, June 9, 2014. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services Strong-Thorne Chapel 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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Obituary for MCFALL
MCFALL, DONALD C. Age 88, passed away Saturday June 7, 2014. He was born September 24, 1925 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He served in the Navy during WWII aboard a carrier in the South Pacific. Donald married his wife, Rose Mary in February 1949. They moved to Albuquerque in 1954 to work for Sandia Labs and retired in 1984. He also retired from the Navel Reserves in the early 1980's. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rose Mary; his four children, Steve McFall, Janet Moore (David), Karen Dorsey (Dwight) and Allan McFall (June); four grandchildren, Wendy McFall, Shannon Rhodes, Scott Moore and Leah Moore and five great grandchildren. A Private Graveside service with his family will be Thursday, June 12, 2014, 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Donald at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for LILLEY
LILLEY, PATRICIA K. age 61, passed away on Thursday, June 5th, 2014. She was born in New York City, NY on January 8th, 1953. She was a loving, kind and caring woman who devoted her life to her two sons Robert and Travis. She loved to travel, especially to the province of Bretagne, France where she spent many vacations throughout her life. She is at peace now and will be greatly missed. In addition to her two sons Patricia is survived by her mother Joelle; father Frank; husband Brink; siblings Kathryn, Jerry, David, Carolyn, Becky and Susie; and her dog Tip and two cats Camie and Honey. A celebration of life will be held at Patricia's home, 3910 Solano Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 on Thursday, June 12th from 3:00-7:00. No formal ceremony but come and celebrate Patricia's life if and when you can. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Patricia's name to Animal Humane New Mexico.
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Obituary for LIBUTTI
LIBUTTI, ADOLPH H. Age 90, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2014. He was born in Manhattan, NY on July 10, 1923, to Carmen Libutti and Irene D'Angelo. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Libutti. Adolph is survived by his wife, Ann Libutti; children, Jerry Libutti, Karen Barile and Bill Peltier, and Stacey Green Blatt; grandchildren, Doreen Bair and husband Tom, Danielle Badaracco and husband Steve, Joseph Barile and wife Zabrina, Cher Libutti, Richard Libutti, Danica Libutti-Phillips and husband Daniel, Dominic Libutti and wife Joyce, and Damien Libutti and wife Chrissy; survived by 17 great-grandchildren and counting. Adolph proudly served his country and was an Army Veteran of WWII. Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, June 13, 2014, at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. A Rosary will be recited at 10:00 am, with a Mass of Christian Burial following at 10:30 am, Saturday, June 14, 2014, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Entombment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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Obituary for JORDAN
JORDAN, YVONNE DAWN TOWNSEND Yvonne passed away on Thursday, 5 June 2014 after losing her second fight with cancer. She was born 19 August 1937 in Isleworth, England (London) to William and Bertha Ingham. Her father was in the Royal Navy and the family lost contact with him prior to Yvonne's birth. At age 16 months her mother pass away leaving her in an orphan status. One of her mother's sisters took her in and raised her along with seven of her own children who were all much older. In her young childhood, from her home in Hayes, she witness and was a part of the London Blitz. During part of this time she was evacuated into the country side. What she can remember is seeing the fires and the destruction in London from her bedroom window, being cold and hungry all of the time, having to go into the shelters in her backyard or school, those awful gas masks and her brothers and sisters (cousins and siblings) coming home from the war from various overseas places. The shelters were cold, dark, damp and crowded. She had two brothers (real) who were in the Royal Navy. At 18 years of age her aunt (adoptive mother) died and she moved to Luton to live with one of her cousins (adoptive sisters). During this time she was a clerical assistant at the Electrolux and subsequently a Quality Control Inspector at SKF Ball Bearing Ltd. During this period she also met her husband to be A/2C Ross Jordan who was stationed at RAF Chicksands at a fellow airman's promotion party. They were married on 15 June 1957 in Luton. While still living in England her first son, Wayne, was born. In April 1960 she moved to Scott AFB, IL where her second son, Dale, was born. In July of 1964 she moved with her family to Wiesbaden AFB, Germany. While there she traveled to England, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Luxemburg, and Switzerland. She also worked in the base library for two years. One of her larger jobs was cataloguing all the books from the libraries that closed on the USAF bases in France that were shipped to Wiesbaden AB. While working at the library the wing received a unit citation award which the civilians also earned. In July 1968 Yvonne returned to the states with her family to live in Albuquerque, NM at Sandia Base and then Kirtland AFB. Not long after arriving she got a job at Manzano Base library and in February 1971 received her US citizenship. However, when the bases merged that same year her job went away. Not finding a job that was worth much she decided to go to UNM and study in the Speech Communications Department. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Speech Communications in 1976. Other accomplishments were a minor in Library Science, making the Dean's List and became a member of the Blue Key National Fraternity. She then started working for the Albuquerque Public Schools in the libraries at Acoma and Onate elementary schools. After a few years she decided she wanted to teach first or second grade so she enrolled at the collage of Santa Fe. Here she earned her degree in Elementary Education in 1991. Other accomplishments were making the President's Honor Roll, the Dean's List, and becoming a member of Phi Delta Kappa which is a Professional Fraternity in Education. She then taught first and second grade at Sombra Del Monte elementary school until her retirement in 2000. Upon retirement Yvonne was kept very busy keeping the home fires burning and planning many trips to England and later to Hawaii. There were also trips to Canada (1986 World Fair and a few to Toronto to visit a brother and his family) and a number around the US. In all of the places Yvonne lived and worked she was loved and respected by all. With her big eyes, lovely smile, quick wit and English accent you could not help but to admire her. Her students and parents loved her and her way of running her classes. It only took her husband two weeks to decide this is the girl for me and in six months they were married and have been for 57 lovely years. Yvonne will be missed by everyone as she has set a great example for all to follow. Her husband Ross is devastated by the loss and will try his hardest to carry on. Yvonne is survived by her husband Ross; two sons Wayne and Dale; daughter-in-law Sandy; granddaughter Lindsey; her lovely sister Pauline and her husband Arthur, their families and other nieces and nephews in England and the US. Friends may visit Friday, June 13, 2014 from 9:00 a..m. to 9:30 a.m. in the church hall before the service. Funeral Service will be Friday, June 13, 2014, 10:00 a.m. at The Episcopal Cathedral of St. John, 318 Silver Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Interment will follow in Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:15 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Yvonne's name to the Presbyterian Cancer Center, 8300 Constitution Place NE, Bldg. D, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Yvonne at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for GURULE
GURULE, JOSEPH E. age 35, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, June 6, 2014. Joseph is survived by his parents, Lawrence and Lupe Gurule; his daughter, Simona LaCour-Gurule; grandmother, Isabel Lovato; sister, Sharee Romero and husband, Michael; brother, Lawrence Gurule Jr. and wife, Elena; fiancee, Nichole Maestas and her children, Alexis Adamacio, Feliciano and Emilio; nieces and nephews, Krystal, Lawrence III, Michael ( Mickey) Jr., Gabriella and Chantel; grandnephews, Christopher and Eziquel; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 10, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Wednesday, June 11, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eloy Medina, Santi Maestas, Noah Roybal, Gilbert, Marin, Santiago Martinez, and Daniel Ortiz. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Romero Jr., Lawrence Gurule III and Robert Rice. Please visit our website at: www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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Obituary for GRIEGO
GRIEGO, JOHN F. SR. Dad and Grandpa, it has been a year since you left us. We know you are at peace and out of pain but we still miss you each and every day. You were a man of such dignity, honor, and strength and we thank you for always being there for all your family over the years. Until we meet again. Love, Your Family
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