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MUSGRAVE, HOMER STEFFEN Homer S. Musgrave, age 93, long-time resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, December 19th. He is survived by his son, John Musgrave and wife, Barbara of Los Alamos, NM; daughter, Caroline McClurg and husband, Jon of Boulder, CO; grandchildren, Laura, Karen and Maria Musgrave and Audrey and Michael McClurg. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Catharine (Kate) Musgrave and his daughter, Suzanne Louise. Homer was born in Pittsburgh, PA in 1920, the son of John Knox Musgrave and Elizabeth Steffen Musgrave. He spent his childhood in the suburb of Mount Lebanon, PA. Homer won a scholarship from the local Harvard Alumni Club, so was educated at Harvard College, graduating in 1942 with a degree in History. While at Harvard, he was chosen for the Grant Study, one of the longest running and most comprehensive longitudinal studies ever conducted. He went on to the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, from which he received a Doctor of Medicine degree in 1945. While in Philadelphia, he met Catharine Mawhinney and they were married in 1946. From 1946-50, he served his country in the Army Medical Corps, first at Fort Dix, then at other postings. He continued his training at the Lahey Clinic in Boston, MA, where he trained under Dr. Frank Lahey. Homer and Kate moved to Albuquerque in 1950, where he practiced medicine as an anesthesiologist (the third in the state) until retirement in 1983. Homer was very active in the Albuquerque community, supporting many civic and cultural institutions, including serving on several boards. He was the founder of the New Mexico Society of Anesthesiologists, and served on the boards of the Friends of the University of New Mexico Libraries, Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, and the Albuquerque Historical Society. It is difficult to find anything that Homer wasn't interested in, but his greatest loves were history, travel, music and books. As a teenager in 1936, Homer bicycled around Germany with his older brother and future sister-in-law. The many family vacations always included stops with historical interest. And, he almost always took music into the operating room with him. Homer was a great optimist and always had faith in his fellow humans to do right by one another. His optimism carried over into his general demeanor and a nurse was once heard telling someone visiting the hospital that they could find Dr. Musgrave by walking down the hall, turning right, and he is the doctor with a big smile. Services will be held Saturday, December 28, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John, 318 Silver SW. Interment of cremated remains will take place at Sunset Memorial Park. Should friends desire, please make memorial contributions to the Albuquerque Museum Foundation, P. O. Box 7006, Albuquerque, NM 87194 or Friends of Cathedral Music at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John, 318 Silver SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please visit our online guestbook for Homer at
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BAUM, LORETTA REGINA Loretta Regina Baum passed away on December 22, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Ray Gerald "Jerry" Baum. She and Jerry were born in Illinois. She is survived by three daughters: Sharon L. Swanson of MT, Jeanne (Hector) of NM and Gretchen Pearson of NM; 9 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren; brother & sister-in-law Dick (Faye) Baum; sister-in-law Erma Baum; and several nieces and nephews. Loretta and Jerry attended Wesleyan University in Bloomington, IL; she as a music major and he as a science major followed by his doctorate from Northern Illinois College of Optometry. Loretta and Jerry owned and operated Baum's Music in Albuquerque, NM for 31 years and loved the interaction with customers. She moved to Bozeman, MT following his death. She was active with the RSVP Hand Crafters at the Senior Center where she created beautiful crocheted and knitted items. She truly enjoyed helping others, from teaching to sharing stories. Funeral Mass will be held at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Belgrade, MT at 12:00pm on January 8, 2014. She and Jerry will be interred at the Sunset Hills Cemetery columbarium. In lieu of flowers the family requests that remembrances be made in Loretta's name to: Bozeman Deaconess Foundation, 931 Highland Boulevard, Suite 3200, Bozeman, Montana 59715 with a notation of "Hospice" in the memo line. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.dahlcares.com
BARNHART, STANLEY P. SR. In Loving Memory September 30, 1930 - December 2, 2007 Merry Christmas We're sending doves to heaven With parcels on their wings Be careful when you open them They're full of beautiful things. Inside are millions of kisses Wrapped in millions of hugs, To say how much we miss you And to send you all our love. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again. Six years have passed and sometimes it still feels like yesterday. You are always in our thoughts & prayers. We love and miss you very much. Dolores, Family & Friends
ATOR, LARRY WILLIAM Age 70, a resident of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2013 in Albuquerque following a short illness. He is survived by daughter, Carrie Fisher and husband, Chad, and their children, Morgan, Kelton, Bryson, and Evan Fisher all of Imperial, NE and by his daughter, Cathy Hoffart and husband, Chad, and their children, Gabriella and Cecelia Hoffart, of Norfolk, NE. He is also survived by his mother, Beverly Ator of Albuquerque and his sisters, Sharon Seeloff and husband, Phil of Chandler AZ, Carol Ashley and husband, Steven of Albuquerque, Judith Grady and husband, Michael of Albuquerque, Marcia Paz and former husband, Andy of Albuquerque, and several nieces and nephews in Albuquerque, Houston, Chandler, and San Diego. Larry leaves numerous friends throughout New Mexico, including his often mentioned 'girls at Starbucks and the Starbucks' coffee guys' in Albuquerque. Larry was preceded in death by his father, Homer Ator of Albuquerque, and his sister, Linda Bright of Houston. After graduation in 1961 from Sandia High School in Albuquerque, he joined the US Marine Corps. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1968, earned a CPA certification, and began a diverse career at Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. and other accounting firms. Following business positions in ranching in Nebraska and starting a family there with Marjory Warner Ator, Larry trained as a farrier in Oklahoma and returned to New Mexico where he spent several years caring for horses throughout the state. He later returned to college to study Information Technology and completed his business career in corporate accounting and IT professions. Larry had a long interest in firearms training, gun safety, and competitive shooting and was a proud member of the NRA. Adios Larry - your quiet presence will be greatly missed by your family and friends! A private memorial gathering will be held at a later date (guest book visitors will be notified). Memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation; please contact 
ANDAZOLA, ADOLFO G. The gentle spirit of Adolfo G. Andazola, 86, left this earth to join our Heavenly Father on Friday, December 20, 2013. Adolfo was born on October 26, 1927 in Silver City, New Mexico to the late Epigmenio and Josefina Gonzales Andazola. Adolfo married Connie Vigil in 1951. They moved to Albuquerque for his work at the Veteran's Administration Hospital, retiring from there in 1982. "Andy" coached Little League for many years and served as American Legion Post 99 Commander. He was a veteran who served with the Army in WWII. Adolfo and his beloved wife, Connie, are together again. He is survived by his children, Richard & Debbie Andazola, Gloria & Jeff Dunning, Dorothy & Andrew Price, Danny & Lisa Andazola; grandchildren, Jeanette, Andrea, Zachariah Andazola, Daniel Dunning, Cayla Price, Samuel, Nathanael ( Robbi Linda) & Connie Kaye Andazola; great-grandchildren, Izaiah, Adrian, Zion & PresleeAnn; sisters, Consuelo Mendoza & Arminda (Pat) Rooney; special cousins, Manuel Andazola, Josefina Madrid, Ray Andazola & Willie Andazola and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends. A kind, generous man will be greatly missed. Public viewing will take place Friday, December 27, 2013, 5:30 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas followed by a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, December 28, 2013, 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guest book for Andy at 
TALBOT, CAROL KAY August 21, 1931- December 19, 2013 Carol passed away into the loving arms of Our Lord on December 19th, 2013. Carol was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother & great-grandmother. Carol leaves behind her husband of 55 years, Howard Talbot; three sons, Philip, Paul and Kenneth; and several grandchildren. She was born in Derriter, LA. She moved to Albuquerque at an early age. She was employed for many years at Kirkland Airforce Base until she met and married Howard who was a full time Army Sargeant. They toured the world together. Carol now joins her mother, father and six siblings. Funeral will be held at Riverside Mortuary on December 30th 2013 at 11:00am with burial followed at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
MUSGRAVE, HOMER STEFFEN Homer S. Musgrave, age 93, long-time resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, December 19th. He is survived by his son, John Musgrave and wife, Barbara of Los Alamos, NM; daughter, Caroline McClurg and husband, Jon of Boulder, CO; grandchildren, Laura, Karen and Maria Musgrave and Audrey and Michael McClurg. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Catharine (Kate) Musgrave and his daughter, Suzanne Louise. Homer was born in Pittsburgh, PA in 1920, the son of John Knox Musgrave and Elizabeth Steffen Musgrave. He spent his childhood in the suburb of Mount Lebanon, PA. Homer won a scholarship from the local Harvard Alumni Club, so was educated at Harvard College, graduating in 1942 with a degree in History. While at Harvard, he was chosen for the Grant Study, one of the longest running and most comprehensive longitudinal studies ever conducted. He went on to the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, from which he received a Doctor of Medicine degree in 1945. While in Philadelphia, he met Catharine Mawhinney and they were married in 1946. From 1946-50, he served his country in the Army Medical Corps, first at Fort Dix, then at other postings. He continued his training at the Lahey Clinic in Boston, MA, where he trained under Dr. Frank Lahey. Homer and Kate moved to Albuquerque in 1950, where he practiced medicine as an anesthesiologist (the third in the state) until retirement in 1983. Homer was very active in the Albuquerque community, supporting many civic and cultural institutions, including serving on several boards. He was the founder of the New Mexico Society of Anesthesiologists, and served on the boards of the Friends of the University of New Mexico Libraries, Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, and the Albuquerque Historical Society. It is difficult to find anything that Homer wasn't interested in, but his greatest loves were history, travel, music and books. As a teenager in 1936, Homer bicycled around Germany with his older brother and future sister-in-law. The many family vacations always included stops with historical interest. And, he almost always took music into the operating room with him. Homer was a great optimist and always had faith in his fellow humans to do right by one another. His optimism carried over into his general demeanor and a nurse was once heard telling someone visiting the hospital that they could find Dr. Musgrave by walking down the hall, turning right, and he is the doctor with a big smile. Services will be held Saturday, December 28, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John, 318 Silver SW. Interment of cremated remains will take place at Sunset Memorial Park. Should friends desire, please make memorial contributions to the Albuquerque Museum Foundation, P. O. Box 7006, Albuquerque, NM 87194 or Friends of Cathedral Music at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John, 318 Silver SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please visit our online guestbook for Homer at 
MCRAE, JOHN GORDON John Gordon McRae passed away on December 14th, 2013 peacefully at home. John had valiantly battled a long-term disease and had shown bravery and compassion throughout the long and painful years of this fight. John is survived by his brother Robert "Bob" McRae of Ohio and his wife Sandra; niece Brenda and nephew Bobby; also cousins Marsha, Melinda, Heather, and Stuart. John also is survived by many dear friends who considered him family. John was preceded in death by the love of his life and long-time companion, Michael Justice. He was also preceded by his father Bruce A. McRae and his mother Antonia Cary McRae. John was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and always considered New Mexico the only place he wanted to live even after traveling to all four corners of America. He went through grade school here and then went on to earn Bachelors and Masters Degrees in fine arts at the University of New Mexico, with an emphasis on photography. Professionally he became an Art Teacher at Los Lunas High School and was considered among the more influential teachers many of his students had the benefit of having. John loved art in all forms and would share this love with his many friends in the form of gifts such as hand-painted photographs that we will treasure for the rest of our days. John had a great appreciation for life and beauty and expressed this through his devotion to his dearly loved pets and his wonderful lush gardens. John gave much of himself to his friends and will be deeply missed by all who had the blessing to know and love him back. Donations can be made to the Southwest Care Center in Santa Fe and Animal Humane New Mexico. A memorial and celebration of John's life will be held in the coming spring, his favorite time of the year.
LAUER, ROBERTA Age 86, a resident of Rio Rancho, NM since April 1992, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2013 with her family by her side. She was born on September 16, 1927 to Lester V. and Anne G. (Mullis) Shirey of Lincoln, NE. She was a personnel secretary for Monmouth College in Monmouth, IL. Roberta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who saw the good in everyone. She was an active member in Faith Evangelical Free Church of Rio Rancho, and a member of the Red Hat Roadrunners. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters: Virginia Hildebrand, Barbara Colmer and Nancy Shirey. She is survived by her husband of over 64 years, Walt Lauer; daughter, Beverly Barton and her husband, Jeffrey L., of Elk Grove Village, IL; and her "favorite" grandson, David Steven Barton, also of Elk Grove Village, IL; brothers-in-law, Joe Colmer, Harvey Lauer, and Dean Buckingham; sisters-in-law, Sharon Lauer, "Cis" Lauer, and Mary Lauer; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at Faith Evangelical Free Church of Rio Rancho, 900 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM, with Pastor Mike McDonald, officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Roberta's name can be made to Faith Evangelical Free Church of Rio Rancho, 900 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124 or to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit 
KOHLS, KEVIN ROBERT Kevin, age 41, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away unexpectedly to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, December 20, 2013. He is survived by his loving wife of 18 months, Monica; parents, Robert and Karlene Kohls; sister, Kelley McMillen and husband, Brian and their children, Mikayla and Aiden; Monica's parents, Lee and Kathye Reynolds; and brother-in-law, Jason Hollis- Reynolds and wife, April and their son, Alex. Kevin was kind, loving, honest and a wonderful husband to Monica and a devoted son to his parents. He loved a great laugh and lived to help others. Services will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2013, 2:00 p.m., at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 4301 Atrisco Dr. NW, with visitation one hour prior from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guest book for Kevin at 
HOPKINS, JAMES &Quot;JIM&Quot; W. James, Age 79, passed away December 22, 2013. A service of Remembrance will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at 10:00 A.M at Port Orange United Church of Christ, 651 Taylor Road, Port Orange, FL 32127. Jim served in the United States Army for two years and was honorably discharged in 1957. Jim loved to watch movies at the theater, hiking with his wife in the "Happy Wanders" hiking club of Port Orange. He enjoyed traveling, especially cruising and square dancing. Jim was a devoted member and sang in the choir at Church of the Good Shepherd in Albuquerque, New Mexico and Port Orange United Church of Christ. He was also a member of the Intracostal Democratic Club. Jim was the beloved husband of Joellen Hopkins for 34 years. Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Kevin Hopkins, Karen (Bernie) Pellegrino, Ken (Claire) Hopkins, Kristine Cassino; step-children, Cheryl Harper, Scot (Aleta) Harper, Alison (Mike) Bryenton; brother, Tom (Barbara) Hopkins; grandchildren, Shaina Harper, Shelby Harper, Jessica Vecchio, Jennifer Vecchio, Brett Pellegrino, Daphne Pellegrino, Clara Pellegrino, Nicholas Cassino and Brooke Harper; and he was a longtime friend of Bill W. Memorial contributions may be made in Jim's name to the Halifax Humane Society, 2364 LPGA Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32124. Condolences may be shared with the family at 
GOIN, MARY FOSTINE (MCCOY) Age 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, December 22, 2013. She is survived by her husband, Kennith Goin of Albuquerque, NM; her son, Kennith William Goin of New York City; her daughter, Diane Goin-Ryde of Albuquerque; and two granddaughters, Kelly D. Ryde and Kara A. Ryde, both of Albuquerque. She is also survived by her brother, Willie Basel McCoy of Daingerfield, Texas. Mrs. Goin was preceded in death by her parents, William and Clemmie. Services will be held on Friday, December 27, 2013, 11:00 a.m. at FRENCH- Lomas with Chaplain Skip Murphy-Chase officiating. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Boys and Girls Ranches of NM. Please visit our online guest book for Mary at 
ESQUIBEL, LUCILLE Mrs. Esquibel died on Sunday, December 22, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Barney and son, Eugene. Lucille is survived by her son, Richard Esquibel and many nieces and nephews. Burial has taken place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit Lucille's online guest book at: 
CHAVEZ, DELFINO HILARIO Delifino H. Chavez, age 86, passed away peacefully at his ranch in Golden, New Mexico on Friday, December 20, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Delfino and Pauline Chavez, his former wife Viola Chavez and his brother Carlos Chavez. Delfino is survived by his wife Karen; brother Sigfredo Chavez and wife Carmen; children Max and wife Beth, Olga, David and wife Teresa. Dennis and wife Pauline, Pauline, Viola, John and wife Mary Lou, step-children Kelly Reese and husband, Shawn Reese and wife Vivian, and Patrick Reese and wife Carol. He was blessed with 23 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Delfino "Del" was born in Albuquerque and after being orphaned with his two brothers at an early age, spent his adolescent years in Ribera, New Mexico with his Aunt Luicita. At the age of 16, he moved to Arizona with his reunited family and picked cotton to help the family make ends meet. Soon after that he set out on his own and lived in Los Angeles. There he worked in a fruit stand at the Market Place while trying to support himself and his two younger brothers. At the age of 17 he joined the Navy and proudly served in the Pacific between 1946 and 1950. While stationed in China he learned Chinese by communicating with the local Chinese dock workers and prided himself on understanding their plight. He loved singing while strumming his guitar, especially sharing a song learned when he was stationed in China. His ability to pick up languages was remarkable especially since he learned them as a means to communicate with those around him. He prided himself on Navajo, San Felipe, Spanish and English - without formal education. Delfino was a well-known member of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 412, where he received his 55 year membership pin after working in the industry as a plumber - pipefitter. His passion in life was ranching and farming. He spent his retirement years at his beloved ranch near Golden, New Mexico. We will miss him dearly. Special thanks to George who was his friend and caregiver as his dementia slowly took his spirit. A celebration of life will be held at FRENCH - University on Friday, December 27, 2013 at 10:00 AM. Burial services will follow at the San Pedro Cemetery near Golden. Please visit our online guestbook for Delfino at 
BOYDEN, GEORGE JR. 12-26-1970- 5-15-2002 The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart *Helen Keller Happy Birthday George--you are always in our hearts. Your Loving Family
BENAVIDES, MICHAEL G. September 21, 1962 - December 16, 2013 Michael will be missed by his family and friends. Services will be held at Calvary Chapel of Rio Grande Valley in Belen, NM on December 27, 2013 at 10:00am.
