DURAN, ALFONSO SR. June 4, 1903 - July 24, 2000 Beloved Dad and Grandpa
Obituary for DURAN
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Obituary for DELONG
DELONG, JIM H. Jim DeLong went to be with our Lord on June 8, 2014. Jim was born in San Angelo, Texas on January 4, 1925 and grew up on the family ranch by the Concho River, south of Christoval, Texas. Except for three years, he resided in the Alamogordo and Cloudcroft area from 1954 until his passing. Following WW II, Jim attended the Merchant Marine Academy where he was certified as a radio officer and spent much of the late 1940's at sea. In 1954, he and his family, at that time, moved to Alamogordo where he was involved with missile telemetry. One of his more enjoyable assignments was at Fort Churchill, Canada from 1957-1958, as part of the International Geophysical year researching the makeup of the Northern Lights. In 1960, he was placed in charge of the tracking station in Corpus Christi, Texas during NASA's Project Mercury returning to New Mexico in 1963 with his second child being born soon after. In the late 1960's, he and his family moved from Cloudcroft to Alamogordo. Before retiring, Jim returned to his love for the sea on ships ranging from the Gulf of Alaska to the Singapore Straights. Most of his life, he was an avid Ham Radio Operator (W5PLH) and maintained contact with other operators throughout the world many years past his retirement. Being raised on a ranch, Jim was also an avid hunter and fisherman, hunting elk until a few years ago. Jim is predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Geraldine Vickery DeLong. He is survived by his two children, Hal (Corinne) DeLong of Carson City, Nevada and Deidra (Lance) Eckerd of Ruidoso, New Mexico; his five grandchildren, Josh (Jen) DeLong of Thornton, Colorado, Sarah (Brett) Godfrey of Westminster, Colorado, Candey (Don) Eldred of Cloudcroft, New Mexico, Khrystyne (Will) Kilgore of Lubbock, Texas and Ariadne Eckerd of Ruidoso, New Mexico; his four great- grandchildren, Miriam DeLong of Thornton, Colorado, Naomi DeLong of Thornton Colorado, Vane Eldred of Cloudcroft, New Mexico and Matthias Eldred of Cloudcroft, New Mexico. Jim always enjoyed watching the sunsets from his home. In words, he could craft a more beautiful portrait than they saw - loving to share his life and thoughts with family and friends. We will sincerely miss him and his way with words. Services will be held 10:00 am, Friday, June 20, 2014, at Hamilton-O'Dell Funeral Home Chapel, 1334 Scenic Drive in Alamogordo, New Mexico with Ronny Rardin officiating. Interment will follow at Monte Vista Cemetery, 1590 1' St. in Alamogordo. The Delong family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home to direct the funeral services. To sign the online register book, please visit www.alamogordofuneralhome.org
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Obituary for DE LA ROSA
DE LA ROSA, JAVIER Passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at the age of 48. He is survived by his wife of 20 years Elvira De La Rosa; three sons: Jonathan De La Rosa, Ismael De La Rosa and Isaiah De La Rosa; one daughter Rebekah De La Rosa; brothers Cruz De La Rosa and wife Dolores Montoya, Rafael De La Rosa and wife Aurora and Reyes De La Rosa; sisters Rita Guerrero and husband Margarito; Lucila Guerrero and husband Jose, Maria Isabel De La Rosa Lopez and husband Jorge Lopez Medina. Pallbearers will be: Ismael De La Rosa, Hector Guerrero, Rafael De La Rosa, Daniel Guerrero, Mark Martinez, and Adalberto Guerrero. Honorary Pallbearers will be Isaiah De La Rosa, Jose A. Guerrero, Alex Maldonado, Ernest G. Maldonado, and Rafael De La Rosa Jr. Javier's Life Celebration will begin on Monday, June 16, 2014 with a Visitation at Family Worship Center 7311 Glenrio Rd NW, 87121 at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Service at 7:00 p.m. There will be a Final Viewing on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. at Family Worship Center and a Life Celebration Service to follow at 10:00 am. Burial is at Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit Javier's online guestbook at www.Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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Obituary for CHAPMAN
CHAPMAN, EILEEN GARRITY Age 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died Saturday, June 7, 2014. She is survived by loving husband of 58 years, Earle R. Chapman; her children, Joni L. Lloyd (Jerry) and Renee E. Davis (Ron); grandchildren, Jennifer M. Cary (Jason), Judd T. Lloyd, Kaila Davis and Sean Davis; and many sister and brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. Her parents, Delos and Madeline Garrity and her brother, Eugene Garrity, preceded her in death. Eileen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. Eileen was active in the Republican Party, and was an avid fan of auto racing. Rosary will be recited Sunday, June 15, 2014, 5:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Mass will be celebrated Monday, June 16, 2014, 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE, with Msgr. Voorhies as celebrant. Innichment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Eileen requested donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org Please visit our online guestbook for Eileen at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for BRADY
BRADY, JEFFREY SCOTT In memory of Jeffrey Scott Brady February 18, 1969 - June 15, 1989 GOD'S HEAVENLY GARDEN Sometimes God picks the flower that is still in full bloom; sometimes the rosebud's chosen that we feel He's picked too soon. There is a heavenly garden in which God takes great pleasure because He's placed within it the loved ones that we treasure. He walks among the blossoms giving them eternal rest, and I know that it must please Him because He chose my very best. Happy Father's Day Daddy! You will be a grandpa around August 13, 2014. His name is Joey. Jeffrey is loved and missed by his daughter, Amanda Marie and Joe Wright; his parents, Millie and Dick Brady; his sisters, Tammy and Mark Rapp and Sydney, Shannon and Mark Knatz, Kellison, Jeffrey and Zachary.
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Obituary for BOZICEVICH
BOZICEVICH, RUTH Ruth Alice Barbara Clemens Bozicevich born Sept. 30, 1923, died June 9, 2014 after living a long and fruitful life. A tough and sweet lady who loved her kids and was loved by them, she always managed to tell it like it is, making us laugh or blush or shrink down! She was a great Mom and homemaker until the age of 50, when she took secretarial training and worked for NMDVR for 15 years. She loved to paint and try new craft ideas, anxiously awaiting the annual craft fairs to go and admire and acquire. She was also an avid rock hound, enjoying the hunt, filling her home and yard with the finds. She also loved Eloy's NM Restaurant; for goodness sake, they even have a picture of her in the kitchen! Ruth lived in Albuquerque during WWII, left for awhile, returned in the 50s and 60s, left for another little while, came back in 1969 and has been here ever since. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Kathy (David) Stanley of Hernandez, Audrey (Paul) Kunkel of Questa, and Mark (Bridgette) Bozicevich of Cordova TN. Also by her grandchildren, Max (Shannon) Kunkel of Albuquerque. And many nieces and nephews spread across the country. She is preceded in death by her parents Karl and Anna Clemens and ten siblings. Ruth was also somewhat of a poet and wrote this in 2007: If you really love me, tell me now. While I can feel the warmth of your kiss and your heart pulsing next to mine. Don't wait til I'm cold in the grave or reduced to ashes in an urn. People don't want to hear "I loved her so." Tell me NOW so that I'LL know. And I will say to you "I love you so." And you will know and I will know. Funeral Services are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010. Visit www.danielsfuneral.com to leave a message if you wish. Ruth did not want any services, and the family will gather in the near future in Pagosa Springs to inter her ashes in a family plot. She would be pleased if you wanted to remember her in some way, by contributing to her favorite charity, St. Jude's Children's Hospital, www.stjude.org
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Obituary for BENSON
BENSON, RICHARD (DICK) At age 82, Dick died unexpectedly at home on Sept. 26, 2013, in Bellevue, Wash., where he had retired from teaching math at a local college. Born in Chicago in 1931, Dick had no siblings, but he had many friends in Albuquerque and around the world. He was stationed at Kirtland Air Force Base in the 1950s as a nuclear weapons officer. Dick loved Albuquerque and in the late 1950s, after a stint as a math researcher at MIT, he enrolled in UNM's math department. During that time, he learned to pilot a Cessna 140, which he bought with his friend Duane Arlowe. Friends recall lively Friday night parties at Dick's house near Old Town. Guests included math and engineering students from various countries - Nepal, China, India, Cambodia, and Nigeria. Anthropology students from the U.S. made another contingent. Dick didn't imbibe as did many of his guests, but he kept everyone supplied with homemade popcorn. Dick taught math at UNM, and later earned his PHD. He taught at Colorado State College of Education in Greeley, and later taught at several Seattle community colleges. In Colorado Dick owned a classic '56 Thunderbird, which he lent to a Nepalese friend Durga Remal, who drove it around the mountain west to find a geology position. Dick went to England to buy a Land Rover for exploring Mexico and the southwest. He still owned that Rover when he died. He flew a single-engine Comanche, and made what a friend recalls was an Indiana-Jones style landing on a primitive grass field at the Mayan Tulum ruins. Dick traveled to Africa, South America and Europe, visiting friends along the way. A certified scuba diver, he visited the Solomon Islands and explored underwater airplane wreckages from World War II. Dick was known for his easy-going ways, his generosity, and his jokes. A free spirit, he enriched the lives of many people. Dick was cremated and his ashes were buried next to his parents, Bennie & Beulah Benson, in Galesburg, Illinois. If you would like to join in a celebration of Dick's life, call 255-9149 and leave a message.
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Obituary for BECKLEY
BECKLEY, PHILIP W. Philip Wesley Beckley Age 66, passed away May 30, 2014 at Heart Hospital in Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by parents, Philip W. and Vivien Beckley of Boerne, Texas. Philip is survived by four children, Wesley Charles Beckley and Ian Philip Beckley of Albuquerque, Philip Ernst of Arizona, and Jenny Ernst of Ohio; two sisters, Laura and Holly; and many relatives scattered throughout the Southwest. Phil attended middle and high school in Albuquerque and competed in various sports, including football and track and field at Albuquerque Academy and Highland High School. Phil maintained a life-long interest in athletics, and was accomplished in flying, skiing and downhill racing, tennis, cycling, and fishing. The mountains were Phil's element, and he was quick to take up activities that involved being outdoors under his beloved "blue New Mexico skies." A memorial service will be held for family and friends at a later date.
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Obituary for BARNETT
BARNETT, MAY FAIR Age 90, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2014 surrounded by family and friends. She and her twin brother, Glen Dair Bowman, were born on August 6, 1923 in Hulver, TX. He passed away just two short months before she did. May Fair was also preceded in death by her first husband, Jess Meacham in 1988; her second husband, Barney Barnett in 2006; brother, C.B. Bowman; and sister, Del Ray House. She is survived by her children, Joe Meacham and Pam Meacham; many nieces, nephews, extended family members; her daughter's friends, who thought of her as a second mother, and her faithful companion, Max the cat. May Fair will always be remembered for her love of fun and great flair for life. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2014, 1:00 p.m., at FRENCH-Westside. A private family interment will take place. Should friends desire contributions may be made to The Animal Humane Society at www.animalhumanenm.org Please visit our online guestbook for May Fair at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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Obituary for BACA
BACA, RUTH 1932 - 2014 Ruth C. Baca, 81, of Magdalena, New Mexico; passed away Thursday, June 12, 2014. Ruth was born September 19, 1932 in Riley, NM to Conrado and Elisea Aragon. Ruth is survived by her husband of 59 years, Robert Baca; and children: Mona and Steve Tenorio of San Antonio, NM, Lemuel and Linda Baca of Albuquerque, Sandra Baca and Gloria Vigil of Los Lunas, Cheryl and Harold Lucero of Corrales, Karen and Billy Godinez of Clines Corners, Bryan and Renee Baca of Magdalena, Andre Baca of Phoenix AZ; 23 grandchildren; 16 great- grandchildren; brothers Frank Aragon of Albuquerque and Lawrence Aragon of Riley. She is proceeded in death by her parents, sister Della Peralta and grandchildren Josslyn Baca and Jerome Baca. She was an active member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church and choir. Rosary will be held at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church on Monday June 16, 2014 at 9am, followed by the funeral mass. Interment will take place at Santa Rita Church in Riley NM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, in Ruth's honor. An online guest register is available at www.noblinfuneralservice.com
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Obituary for ASHBRIDGE
ASHBRIDGE, MARY GURNEY NAILE born in Philadelphia, PA on November 4, 1912 passed away in Albuquerque on June 5, 2014. She was the daughter of Captain F. Raymond Naile, U.S.N. and Caroline White Paulding Naile; and the widow of Colonel Whitney Ashbridge, A. U.S., all of Philadelphia. Mary is survived by sons, Richard Downing and John Paulding Ashbridge; her daughter Ann Maria Swanson; as well as eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. A graveside inurnment service will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Her family will be gathering there in her honor as she is placed with her husband, Colonel Whitney Ashbridge. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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Obituary for SIMPSON
SIMPSON, FRANK V. Frank V Simpson, 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM. Born on May 28 ,1924 in Pierre, SD, Frank graduated from Rapid City High School on May 27, 1942. He was a WW II Naval Aviator, serving from 1942-1947. He married Margaret Louise Erickson in Norman, OK on September 29, 1945. He earned his degree in Business Management in 1950 from the University of Oklahoma. He was employed by General Mills, Inc in sales management until he retired in 1986. Frank is preceded in death by his wife, Margaret, on Dec. 20, 1994. He is survived by his two sons, Dr. Eric C. Simpson of Libby, Mt, Dr. Paul K. Simpson of State College, PA; and four grandchildren, Bree S. Wylie and Cory T. Simpson of Juneau, AK, Bridget C Simpson of Montreal, Canada and Larissa M Simpson of New York, NY. No memorial service is planned. Frank's last wishes were that those wanting to memorialize him do so by helping someone in need.
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Obituary for LUCERO
LUCERO, HELEN ROSE Age 64, was welcomed into the arms of our Lord & Savior on Wednesday, June 11, 2014. She was born in Tijeras, NM on July 19, 1949, to Atanacio and Mary (Archibeque) Griego. Helen is survived by her husband of 44 years, Robert Lucero, of Albuquerque, NM; children, Melissa Drake and husband, Samuel, of Rio Rancho, NM, and Leonard Lucero and partner, Alice Hood, of Albuquerque, NM; three grandchildren, Evan, Austin, and Brian Drake of Rio Rancho, NM; parents, Atanacio and Mary Griego of Albuquerque, NM. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, June 17, 2014, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church , 4020 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Helen's honor to the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation, 4901 Lang Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Helen will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. 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 KELLY
KELLY, ROBERT F. Age 61, long time resident of Santa Fe, New Mexico, most recently living in Tucson, Arizona, passed on May 20, 2014 in Tucson, Arizona with his family by his side. Robert was born on March 27, 1953 in Far Rockaway, NY and was one of six children of Mary Simco & Joseph Kelly. He grew up from age 12 onward with his foster parents Walter and Elizabeth Kennedy, who had six children of their own. He spent most of his life after the age of 18 in New Mexico, getting married in Southern California and having two daughters. After returning to New Mexico Robert owned a successful independent food distribution company in Albuquerque and later worked for Nobel Sysco until his departure from their Albuquerque office in 2006. Finding that he still had a great deal of energy and a mind built for business he ventured to Tucson, Arizona to purchase an independent liquor store in 2011. He lived his life always wanting more for his children and worked hard up until he passed to ensure they would be taken care of first and foremost. Robert is survived by his two daughters Jennifer (Kenny Ash) Kelly of Bayfield, CO and Amy (Michael) Holmes of Tucson, AZ; one beautiful granddaughter (his princess) Kinley Reese Ash also of Bayfield, CO. Services will be held Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 2PM in Santa Fe at the Rosario Chapel located at 540 Rosario Blvd, Santa Fe, NM 87501. Arrangements are being handled by Rivera Family Funeral Home, 417 E Rodeo Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87505, (505) 989-7032. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.riverafuneralhome.com
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Obituary for HUGHART
HUGHART, CAROLE M. Carole M. Hughart, age 60, Prairie Island Minnesota, died May 7, 2014 in Moriarty, New Mexico with her youngest son by her side. Carole was born on February 11, 1954 in Streator, Illinois. She was the daughter of the late Anne Zella Hughart and Charles Robert Hughart. She has two older sisters, Patsy & Donna whom she cared about and loved. She kept in touch with a good friend, Sally, from her middle school days who enjoyed reminiscing about their younger days and Jose who was introduced to her when she was 21. They always had a good time together. She was a great cook. Her specialty was Indian tacos. Her chili beans and soft fried bread set her Indian Tacos apart from the rest. She loved to travel across the country and was complemented by various people about her excellent driving skills. She escaped a couple of tornados but didn't realize until she got to her destination. She was a wonderful mother, with mama bear instincts, who wanted to always keep her children safe and happy. She taught her children how to be loving and generous, almost to a fault. She was good at telling jokes and had a wonderful sense of humor. She loved to laugh. Some of Carole's hobbies included, but were not limited to sewing, beadwork, swimming, and washing dishes, an art she understood from a summer she spent in Minnesota. She loved spending time with her friends, children, grandchildren and family. Carole was laid to rest on May 11, 2014 in Santa Fe, New Mexico at the Rivera Family Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Carole is survived by her three children: Eric, Winterblossom, and Lennon. She is also survived by seven grandchildren.
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Obituary for CHAPMAN
CHAPMAN, EILEEN GARRITY Age 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died Saturday, June 7, 2014. She is survived by loving husband of 58 years, Earle R. Chapman; her children, Joni L. Lloyd (Jerry) and Renee E. Davis (Ron); grandchildren, Jennifer M. Cary (Jason), Judd T. Lloyd, Kaila Davis and Sean Davis; and many sister and brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. Her parents, Delos and Madeline Garrity and her brother, Eugene Garrity, preceded her in death. Eileen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. Eileen was active in the Republican Party, and was an avid fan of auto racing. Rosary will be recited Sunday, June 15, 2014, 5:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Mass will be celebrated Monday, June 16, 2014, 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE, with Msgr. Voorhies as celebrant. Innichment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Eileen requested donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org Please visit our online guestbook for Eileen at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for SHARP
SHARP, JANICE M. Age 88, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2014. 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
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Obituary for PADILLA
PADILLA, CONRAD July 25, 1940 - June 17, 1952 In Loving Memory
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Obituary for MAYFIELD
MAYFIELD, CAITLIN ESTRELLA IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR BABY CAITLIN ESTRELLA MAYFIELD JUNE 17, 1993 "A rose's brief bright life of joy, such unto her was given." Twenty-one years have gone by, yet it seems like yesterday that we held you last. Even though your life was brief, You will always be a part of our lives. We will always love you, Forever in our hearts. Love, Mom, Dad, Thomas and Annie
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Obituary for MANDEVILLE
MANDEVILLE, MARCEL G. age 73, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2014 at the Rust Medical Center in Rio Rancho, NM. Born on September 6, 1940 in Woonsocket, RI, he joined the US Air Force in 1958. Over his 26 year career in the military, he and his family lived in several locations around the world. He retired in Albuquerque, NM in 1984. He has been an active leader in the local Alcoholics Anonymous group for several years, where he was able to help many people find sobriety. His generous heart and patriotic spirit will be his enduring legacy. Marcel is preceded in death by his mother and father, Charles & Doris Mandeville of Woonsocket, RI, his wife, Rosemary and brothers, Lucien and Jean. He is survived by his sons, Marcel and Phillip (Christyl); grandson Brian (Shanna); sister Bernice (Roy); brothers Maurice (Darlene), Paul, Albert, and Charles (Luann); also by Judy Mandeville, Margie Morel, niece Michelle Garst (Paul), and numerous relatives throughout the northeast US. A memorial service will be held at 9:45am, June 20th at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM where he will rejoin his wife, Rosemary. Family and friends are asked to join us in a celebration of his life at an open house to be held at 1pm-5pm following the services at 5809 Avenida La Mirada NW, Albuquerque, NM.
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