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In Loving Memory of Mom 08/24/28 -06/04/14 Happy Birthday Mom, we miss you more than words can say It was hard to let you go, especially on that day You told us you were tired and needed to rest Holding your hand; our hearts broke in a million pieces as you took your last breath Sometimes in a quiet moment in the still of the day "It's all right, be strong," we hear you say Although it may be hard, you must understand God, calling me home was part of His master plan So,my children be kind and forgiving And know the promise of heaven is where you will be living." Now we will go on trying our best to do what is right Until we are with you again in God's Eternal Light. Mom, We Love and Miss You Your Children
In Loving Memory of Mom 08/24/28 -06/04/14 Happy Birthday Mom, we miss you more than words can say It was hard to let you go, especially on that day You told us you were tired and needed to rest Holding your hand; our hearts broke in a million pieces as you took your last breath Sometimes in a quiet moment in the still of the day "It's all right, be strong," we hear you say Although it may be hard, you must understand God, calling me home was part of His master plan So,my children be kind and forgiving And know the promise of heaven is where you will be living." Now we will go on trying our best to do what is right Until we are with you again in God's Eternal Light. Mom, We Love and Miss You Your Children
BILLMAIER, LAWRENCE P. Age 93, of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2014. He was born on January 5, 1921 in Ida, MI, to Edward and Clara (Althaver) Billmaier where he attended school. Larry served in the US Army Air Corps during World War II in the south Pacific where he was a radioman on transport aircraft. He was involved in low level resupply drops. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with two oak leaves, 2 Gold Battle Stars, Air Medal with two oak leaves and the South Pacific Campaign Ribbon. After his service he married Lucia Palicki in South Bend, IN on February 5, 1949. Larry moved to Albuquerque in 1949 and worked as a cameraman and engineer for KOB TV. He started working for Sandia Labs in 1957 until his retirement in 1986. Larry enjoyed traveling to all 50 states within the U.S. with Lucia, camping, hiking, fishing, gardening and playing cards. He was an Amateur Radio operator. Larry enjoyed Sundays with his family. Larry was a member of Holy Ghost, St. Bernadette's, Sangre de Cristo and Risen Savior Parishes. Larry volunteered at St. Felix's Food pantry in Rio Rancho and at the VA Hospital in Albuquerque. He was also a co-founder of ARCA. Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Lucia in 1996; and his sisters, Marie Gotha, Josephine Oberski and Loretta Orberski. He is survived by his children, David (Terrie) Billmaier of Roswell, Mary Flores of Albuquerque, Michael (Robin) Billmaier of Albuquerque, Steven Billmaier of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Tomar Flores of Albuquerque; and step-grandchildren, Shawn Dennis of Phoenix, AZ, Samantha Wagoner of Roswell, Stacie Joos of Erie, CO and Matthew Dennis of Albuquerque; and step-great-grandchildren, Chris, Abby and Connor Wagoner of Roswell and Tye Joos of Erie, CO. Larry's family would like to acknowledge the wonderful care provided by Dan Smith and staff at the Village of Alameda; the therapy team with Altura Home Health; Carmine Brown of House Calls of New Mexico; Evie Nottingham and the caring staff at the Taylor Ranch Beehive and the professionals at Rust Medical Center. Larry was a wonderful father, grandfather and father-in law. He will be missed. A memorial mass will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque. Interment will follow at 12:45 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, with Military Honors provided by the United States Air Force. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the St. Felix Pantry, 4020 Barbara Loop SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Please visit our online guestbook for Lawrence at 
NEWMAN, JUNE E. Age 70, of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2014 at her home after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born on July 31, 1944 in Ipswich, England to Douglas and Ruby (Bunn) Broad. She grew up in England and married Kenneth Newman in 1964 while he was serving in the US Air Force. They came to the US in 1965 and served in many places during Ken's military career. They settled in Albuquerque in 1987 and June was an integral part of her community serving in many organizations including TRNA, Project Share, Marie Hughes Elementary for over 20 years and in many other causes to make her community a better place to live. June is survived by her husband of 50 years, Ken; daughters, Karen Newman-Lopez and husband, Brett of Albuquerque, Kimberly Newman and Brian Williams, both of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Brittany Espinoza and husband, Jason of Albuquerque, Sydney Lopez of Albuquerque, Kallista Weeks of Albuquerque, and Dexter Williams also of Albuquerque; great-granddaughter, Kensington June Espinoza; her brother, Barry (Lynn) of England; sister, Patricia Last also of England; nephew, Steven (Tanya) Last and their son, Dylan of England; and other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2014, 2:00 p.m., at FRENCH-Westside. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital at 
SERBIN, DAVID Age 83, a resident of Bernalillo, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2014 to be with our Lord. He was the son of Provedincia and Jacinto Serbin. David is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Clara and his four children; Diane, husband Henry, Michael, wife Rose, Richard, and Philip Ronnie. He was a loving grandfather to 11 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren. He leaves behind loving brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, and friends. David is a member of VFW Post 4243. Special thanks for the support we received from family and friends and to the doctors and nurses at the Heart Hospital for the care they gave David. Rosary will be recited Thursday, August 28, 2014 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows 301 S. Camino Del Pueblo Bernalillo, NM followed by a memorial mass at 10:00 a.m. Burial will take place in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for David at 
NELSON, FRANK C. age 79, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2014. Mr. Nelson is survived by his children, Barbara Nelson, Steven Nelson and wife, Candy, Debbie Sanchez and husband, Ray; grandchildren, Crystal and husband, Arsenio, Kristi, Christopher, Francisco, Raymond; great-grandchildren, Dominic, Nieves, Mia, Francisco Jr.; special friend, Josephine Montoya; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Nelson was preceded in death by his wife, Lugaridita Nelson. Mr. Nelson was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 26, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited by Arsenio Madrid Sr. at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. Final visitation will be Wednesday, August 27, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Christopher Nelson, Francisco Nelson, Raymond Sanchez, Ray Sanchez, Arsenio Madrid, Dominic Madrid and Gregory Garcia. Please visit 
MENDEZ, LOUIS A. Louis (Louie) A. Mendez, decorated Vietnam Veteran, passed away on August 19th, 2014. Louie was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and graduated from Albuquerque High in 1969 and immediately entered the US Army. During his heroic service in Vietnam, Louie was awarded the Silver Star, (2) Bronze Stars, the Air Medal Army Commendation Medal, and the Combat Infantry Badge. Louie leaves behind his mother Margie Madrid; daughter Mariah Barela; four brothers; three sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a very devoted and loving father, grandfather, son, brother, fun loving uncle, and "compadre con todos". A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, August 28th at 9:30AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated following the Rosary at 10:30AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Internment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00PM. A reception in honor of Louie's life will be at 5:00PM at the American Legion Post 13, 1201 Mountain RD.
DURAN, TRINIDAD &Quot;TRINY&Quot; M. 1919-2014 Trinidad "Triny" M. Duran, age 94, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2014. All services will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Tome, NM beginning with a Public Viewing on Tuesday, August 26th at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A Final Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. with Father Jose Hernandez presiding. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. Sign Triny's online tribute at 
