SCHULER, RICHARD H. (DICK), COL. (USA, RET.) Col. (USA, ret.) Richard (Dick) H. Schuler completed his baptismal journey and joined his wife, Irma, in the presence of God on March 23, 2014. Born in Wilmington, Delaware on April 8, 1916, he lived fully a long and abundant life of service, leadership and love. He had a powerful intellect, graduating first from the University of Illinois with a BS in chemistry, and thereafter obtaining an MA in nuclear physics from Columbia University and an MA in international affairs from George Washington University, as well as graduating from the Army War College and the Command and General Staff College. Integrity and honor were integrated into his being through his faith, his family, his years as a Boy Scout, and his 30 years of active duty service in the U.S. Army. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word, with a lively sense of humor and an abiding concern for others. In 1940, Dick joined the Army. After training at Camp Hulen (where it rained the entire time), he was assigned to the Army's only Intelligence Battery, at Pearl Harbor. He was there on that fateful day of December 7, 1941, when the Japanese attacked. He recounted that experience in a memoir he published under the title, "From Rockaway Beach to Pearl Harbor," written with close friend and writer, Dyne Macha, Ph.D. In 1943, between his assignments in Hawaii and in the European theater of World War II, he married his college sweetheart, Irma. Even though he was late to the wedding (he was playing baseball), they were married 70 years before her death in 2013, in as devoted and magical a marriage as could ever be imagined. In his years of military service, he was engaged in nuclear defense work, first at Sandia Base in Albuquerque, then as a staff assistant to the Committee for Atomic Energy, which was composed of renowned scientists that he came to know. In 1957, he became Chief of the Nuclear Weapons Branch, Atomic Division, of the Army's Office of the Chief of Research and Development, where he was responsible for the development of nuclear weapons systems and for which he was honored with the Army's Commendation Medal for displaying "extraordinary professional and scientific ability." Thereafter, he was the Chief of Tests of the Defense Atomic Support Agency (where he participated in the development of the U.S. position on the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty), the Missile and Radar Defense Commander for a guided missile command based in Nebraska (for which he was honored by the Governor as an Admiral of the Nebraska Navy), the Logistics Plans Officer for CINCPAC in Hawaii, and, finally, the Commandant of the Nuclear Weapons School, Sandia Base, NM. For his work in his last assignment, he was awarded the Legion of Merit. After his retirement from the Army in 1971, he worked at the UNM Cancer Center as its manager and for the Office of Emergency Preparedness in Albuquerque. Always athletic, played tennis until his eyesight failed when he was 86. Thirteen times with Irma and until they were well into their 80's, and occasionally with his daughter Alison Schuler, his son-in-law, Lyman Sandy, and his grandson, Theodore Schuler-Sandy, he hiked the depths of the Grand Canyon. He and Irma also enthusiastically supported numerous civic and arts activities and entertained effortlessly and often in New Mexico and in all the places they lived, benefitting their communities through their generosity and service. He described himself, accurately, as able to "communicate easily and effectively with people of all social and educational backgrounds," giving him a quality of leadership that led to deep concern for those under him and an equally deep respect for him from his subordinates. His was a life profoundly lived in every respect, his great gifts and his deep faith in God yielding greater gifts to his family, in service to his country, and to his communities and friends. Dick has joined, in the next and beautiful Life and in the presence of God, his wife, Irma, his parents, Ellen and Harry Schuler, and his son-in-law, Lyman Sandy, where, with them, he was surely welcomed. "Well done, good and faithful servant.Enter into the joy of your [Lord]." A service of celebration of Dick's life will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that gifts in Dick's memory be made to the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, 601 Eubank SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123, the Great Southwest Council of the Boy Scouts of America, 5841 Office Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 or St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Please visit our online guestbook for Dick at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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Obituary for SANCHEZ
SANCHEZ, GERALD SIGILFREDO Gerald Sigilfredo Sanchez, amazing husband, father, son, brother, uncle, godfather and friend, passed away Wednesday morning, March 26, 2014 at the age of 51 after living a happy and fulfilled life with his loving wife Rachel; their children Mariah and Andres; and their family dog Dylan; along with his loving family. Gerald is survived by both his parents and his in-laws: Sigilfredo and Virginia Sanchez & Max and Christina Ortiz. Gerald enjoyed all his brothers and sisters by both birth and marriage: Michael and Bernadette Sanchez, Kathy and Michael Fernandez, Greg and Vincenza Sanchez, Jessica and Ronnie Atencio, Rick Sanchez, Joseph Sanchez, & Maximiliano Ortiz. Gerald is also survived by many Aunts, Uncles, cousins, godchildren: Clarissa Fernandez, Amber Gonzales, and Lorenzo Villanueva II; as well as many nieces and nephews: Amber, Kael, Alyssa, Santiago, Jax, Jason, Patricia, Antonio, Alana, Sofia, Gabrielle, Phillip, Clarissa, Miranda, Jacob, Isabella and Gabriella; all loved by him and loved in return. He shared a very special bond with his cousin Lawrence Villanueva III and best friend Michael Gonzales as well as his abundance of friends. Throughout the years Gerald made many friendships while working at the Albuquerque Publishing Company for 31 years where he was employed as a Manager in the Circulation Department after starting off as a driver. Gerald was a very dedicated and loyal employee. His many opinions and suggestions were always valued and for that he was much appreciated. Gerald met his future life partner, Rachel, in 1989 at the Albuquerque Journal where they both worked at the time. From there, they dated for six years, were married for 19 years and had two wonderful children. They laughed, loved, cherished each other until he was called to his heavenly home. Their love is endless. Gerald enjoyed fishing, 4 wheeling and hanging out with his family and friends at "The Cabin". He loved to sing but most enjoyed playing classic rock with his Stratus guitar that he handmade. Gerald's quick wit, unsurpassable sense of humor and talent with be greatly missed. His smile was always at the ready and his love for perfection was evident in all he created. We humbly return him to the Father with gratitude for the special time we had together. The services will be on April 3, 2014. A Rosary will be held at 10:30 am and the Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am, at St Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, located at 5612 Paradise Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114.
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Obituary for ROZZELL
ROZZELL, ROBERT LEE MAJ. (RET.) US ARMY Age 83, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary Ann Rozzell; his children, Robert Bruce Rozzell, Stephen Lee Rozzell, Paul Allen Rozzell, and Patricia Jane Hanson. He was a grandfather to Kaitlin Nicole Rozzell and Matthew Vincent Rozzell. He also leaves behind his sister, Gloria Brillhart of Taylor Michigan; as well as many other loving family members and friends. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 31, 2014, 3:00 p.m., at FRENCH - University. A private interment will occur at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Bob at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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Obituary for RONTZ
RONTZ, DIETRICH Age 90, a resident at Brookdale Valencia, former resident of Manzano Del Sol and a long-time resident of Four Hills, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2014. He was born in Germany, was a veteran of WWII, German Army. He arrived in the USA in December 1948 as a student and became a US citizen in 1962. Dietrich married Janet in 1960 and she preceded him in death in 2010. Dietrich is preceded in death by brother Arnold Rontz and nephew Andreas Rontz, other of Germany; and friends David and Angie Fender, Janet Sauter, Greg Schorr and Helene Minot and Tania Minot. He was employed by General Dynamics Electric Boat, submarine Builder, Groton, Connecticut; Siemens Medical Systems, Inc., Iselin, NJ. Memorial Service will be Friday, April 4, 2014, 2:00 p.m. at Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village Chapel, 5201 Roma Ave. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Dietrich at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for RIVERA
RIVERA, MITZI CAROLE Our loving wife and mother passed away March 27, 2014. She was 80 years old. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family and Sister Dottie Moss giving last rites. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Nina Sparman; brothers, Charles and Phil Sparman; sisters, Betty Gilbert, Wanda Martin, and Lois Tafoya. She is survived by her loving husband, Rambert T. Rivera; daughters, Carole J. Pierce, Renee McFarland (Ric), and Kathi Groves (Al); sons, Sonny Rivera and Michael Rivera (Pam); nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and sister, Judy Lucario. Services will be held Thursday, April 3, 2014, 11:00 a.m., at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, 3100 Morris St., with Catholic Deacon Alex Trujillo officiating. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the UNM Cancer Center on behalf of Mitzi. Please visit our online guestbook for Mitzi at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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Obituary for PRESTON
PRESTON, JAROLYN (JAN) 1941-2014, passed away suddenly March 17, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, James; two sons, Christopher and Daniel; and grandchildren Chase, Ella, Caden and Sienna. Jan was a good Christian woman who will be with the Lord at his final coming which is a great source of comfort to our family and her friends. Jan had two passions in life, world travel and her family. We will miss her dearly but will keep her memory alive with joy and celebration. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made, in lieu of flowers, to the Jan Preston Memorial care of the Norteast Church of Christ, 11000 Paseo del Norte NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122.
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Obituary for POLITO
POLITO, FLORENCE (PHYLLIS) M. 78, returned to the Lord and a long awaited reunion with her beloved husband Gene on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Phyllis was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on January 22, 1936 and relocated to Albuquerque, NM in 1960. She then relocated to Las Vegas, NV in 2011. Phyllis suffered from numerous illnesses over the past 15 years but through the grace of God, the love of her family and her own personal strength she managed to live as normal a life as possible. She was deeply devoted to her Catholic faith and giving to those less fortunate when she could. Phyllis was known by many as "prayer central" because of her diligence in praying for those in need. Most recently, while living in Las Vegas she was able to enjoy shopping, performances by some of her favorite entertainers from the past, and new dining experiences. On very rare occasions, she would throw a few dollars into the slot machines in memory of Gene. While in Albuquerque, Phyllis was a long-time member of John XXIII Catholic Community and upon arriving in Las Vegas a member of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Community. She lost the love of her life and husband Gene after 54 years of marriage in 2008 and was also preceded in death by her mother, Marie and father James. Phyllis is survived by son Gene and daughter-in-law Joan of Albuquerque; daughter, Lisa and son-in-law Rick Baker of Las Vegas, NV; son, Tony and daughter-in-law Kelly, of Atlanta, GA; son Andy and daughter-in-law Kelli and grandsons Joey and Dominic, of Scottsdale, AZ; brother Niel Pezzillo of Las Vegas, NV; sister Mary Ann and husband Dr. Gary Schroeder of Albuquerque as well as a large extended family in Pennsylvania, Albuquerque and Nevada. A Rosary will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at 7:00 p.m., at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge Drive, NE, Albuquerque, NM. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at John XXIII Catholic Community at 11:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Greg Schroeder, Mike Schroeder, Steve Schroeder, Brian Pezzillo, David Pezzillo and Tom Ortega. Honorary Pallbearers will be grandsons, Joey Polito and Dominic Polito. Phyllis was blessed to be surrounded by family who loved her and she will be deeply missed. Phyllis' desire was that her remains are cremated and her ashes be placed with her husband in the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation in Phyllis' name be made to the Arthritis Foundation at www.arthritis.org/annualreport/ how-to-donate.php or the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org/donate. Funeral services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd., NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. (505) 821-0010 Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com.
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Obituary for PIERCE
PIERCE, CHRISTOPHER MILLER Christopher Miller Pierce, 74 years old, passed away unexpectedly on March 23, 2014, after a short illness. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Carole Pierce; his daughter, Mikaela Pierce, and daughter-in-law, Priscilla Gonzalez; his son, Brendan Pierce, daughter-in-law, Lisa Hill-Pierce, and young grandsons, Henry and Theo; his brother-in-law, David Rogers and sister-in-law, Donna Rogers; Chance, his beloved Golden Retriever; and numerous friends in New Mexico and Kentucky (especially the Bolins and Hylecks). Chris was raised in Albuquerque and raised by two artist parents, Florence Miller Pierce and Horace Towner Pierce. He graduated from UNM with a BA in Anthropology and an MA in Fine Art. He and Carole moved as a young couple for a teaching job to Berea, Kentucky, planning on returning to NM in a few short years; however, they quickly met their best friends and became part of the strong art community, so lived in Berea until two years ago when they returned to Albuquerque. Chris was a Berea Community High School art teacher and Berea College art education professor, and a jeweler, sculptor and painter. He was eccentric, funny (sometimes not on purpose), compassionate, and ever curious about the world; even as his health faded rapidly, he kept a journal filled with questions, observations, and quotes from favorite writers and philosophers. He was notorious for losing keys, hats, lunchboxes, gloves, (even a camera on a Thailand beach on the first day of his trip), for getting lost, for beating up his truck, and for getting stuck in an art department dumpster when looking for possible recycled treasure. Chris and Carole gave their children a life full of love, support, laughter, art, pets, books, drawing, reading, writing, tinkering, cooking elaborate meals, growing enormous gardens, and being good to the people in their lives. Chris was definitely a different type of person, and his family and many friends are lucky to have known and loved him, and heartbroken that he is gone.
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Obituary for PEREA
PEREA, NELLIE S. Age 89,a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, March 24, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tony Perea and son Gilbert Perea. Nellie is survived by her six children, Sam Tapia, Frances Romero, Sylvia Whitson and husband, Chris, Alberta Jones and husband, Ron, Irma Perea-Beck and Debbie Otero; nine grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at Chapel of Angels~Garcia Mortuary with a Funeral Service to follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Rodriguez, John Romero Jr., Tony Gomez, Eric Gomez, Phil Otero Jr., Michael Otrero and Honorary Pallbearer Mike De Herrera. 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 PADILLA
PADILLA, LAURA KATHLEEN PH.D. May 26, 1974 - March 16, 2014 Laura Kathleen Padilla of Colorado Springs passed away on March 16, 2014 after living with breast cancer for eleven years. A literary scholar, she received her BA in English from Reed College, her MA from Penn State University and her Ph.D. in English from the University of Texas at Austin with Jose Limon, Ph.D. serving as her major professor. She wrote about the literature of her native New Mexico with penetrating insight, unsparing honesty and trenchant wit. Her students at Colorado College, where she was an assistant professor, remember her as a thoughtful and demanding teacher. She is survived by her husband, Peter Haney, of Lawrence, Kansas and Colorado Springs, her in-laws, Carlena and Barney Haney; her brother-in-law, Jake Haney and spouse, Kristy Kaiser, of Dayton, Ohio and Haney relatives who came to love Laura as one of their own. She is also survived by her parents, Kathleen and Eligio R. Padilla; her sisters - twin sister, Sara Padilla, who devoted herself to Laura's care throughout her struggle, especially the last two months, Amy Padilla; nieces, Mariyah and Myranda Waits and grand-nephew, Rayden Waits of Richmond, Virginia, Lisa Padilla Eaton; brother-in-law, Stephen Eaton and nephews, Alex, Aaron and Asher Eaton and Alison Rosner-Alison, all of Albuquerque. She is survived by a much larger extended family that has been in New Mexico for centuries in Alameda and Bernalillo and involved in the Atrisco and Carnue land grants, including aunt Dolores and uncle Carlos Duran, aunt Rose and uncle Frank Ortiz, aunt Loretta and uncle Ron McMath, uncle Eddie Padilla and aunt Doreen Ramirez, uncle Danny Padilla and aunt Irene Herrera and aunt Jan Vuchetich and husband Paul, as well as many beloved cousins. She is survived by a branch of her family that migrated to the United States from Chihuahua and Durango and settled in El Paso, Texas, including her maternal grandfather, Vicente Arroyo and wife Lee, aunt Sylvia and uncle Rudy Nolasco, aunt Carmen and uncle Rick Trujillo, aunt Aileen, uncle Vincent and aunt Ruby Arroyo of Santa Teresa, uncle Bill and aunt Joyce Arroyo, uncle Andrew Arroyo of San Diego, California, Stephany and husband Jeff Jones, Craig and Martha Arroyo and Christopher and Sarah Johnson-Arroyo. Her surviving grandaunt, Ofelia Arroyo, and her mother's cousins in El Paso always warmly welcome the Padillas into their homes. Bobby and Lolita Natividad and children helped Laura and her family cope with homesickness when they lived in Los Angeles. She is also survived by several friends from her days at Reed, including Rachel Ihara, Lorelei Russ, Miranda Pearce, Kim Roche and Kartini Thomas, and her Sisterhood of Tejana Troublemakers, whom she loved dearly and who now teach at colleges and universities all over the country. Virginia Raymond, husband Tom Kolker and children Joey, Rebecca and Louis, embraced Laura and Pete, made the Padillas part of their family and provided a place to stay for her mother when Laura began treatment. Her roommate, Margarita Marinova, and later her husband, Enrico Rossi and children Eleanor and Isabel became part of the Padilla family and the voluntary kinship was reciprocated. The Padillas were warmly received by the Marinovs of Vratsa, Bulgaria and the Rossis of Trofarelo, Italy. Visiting with Margarita and Enrico's families in Bulgaria and Italy and celebrating Eleanor's first birthday in Italy is a treasured memory for all of the Padillas. Laura was preceded in death by her grandmother, Alice Arroyo, her great grandmother, Maria del Refugio Hernandez de Hernandez (Gramma Cuca), her Nana and Tata, Josefita Sanchez and Eligio J. Padilla and uncles Conrad and Joe Mel Padilla. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers should be sent to Breast Cancer Action, 55 New Montgomery Street, Suite 323, San Francisco, CA 94105, National Mill Dog Rescue, P.O. Box 88468, Colorado Springs, CO 80908 or Casa Esperanza, 1005 Yale Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. Rosary was held Friday, March 21, 2014, 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Funeral Mass was held Saturday, March 22, 2014, 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 9502 4th Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. Burial will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Laura at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for OTERO
OTERO, TOMMY E. Oct. 25, 1925- March 23, 2014 Services at Legacy Church, Monday, March 31, 2014, 10:30 AM. To view full obituary please go to www.Riversidefunerals.com
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Obituary for ORTENDAHL
ORTENDAHL, DOROTHY ADELAIDE Age 92 of Albuquerque, passed away March 24, 2014. She is survived by her granddaughter Celeste (Craig Shepherd) Kuhnle, of Minneapolis. She is predeceased by her cherished husband Floyd; her loving son William; and her devoted daughter Christine Balizan. A celebration of her life will be held Friday, April 4, 2014, at 11:00 a.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dorothy's name to Animal Humane of New Mexico, www.animalhumanenm.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Dorothy at www.frenchfunerals.com. Sunset Memorial Park 924 Menaul Blvd. NE (505) 345-3536
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Obituary for ORTEGA
ORTEGA, MARY SMALLEY Mary Smalley Ortega died suddenly on March 25, 2014 at her home in Albuquerque as she was tending her beloved garden. Mary was born in Gallup, NM on September 13, 1928. Mary graduated from Sacred Heart Cathedral High School in Gallup. She married Lotario "Terry" Ortega on June 19, 1946, and they were looking to celebrate their 68th wedding anniversary this year. Mary was a lifelong Catholic and member of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish, Albuquerque NM. She was devoted to her family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, who were the joy of her life. She is survived by her husband and seven children; Mary L. Ortega; Teresa Heaphy and husband Stephen; Ann Johnson; Peter Ortega and wife Malinda; Paul Ortega and wife Michele; Philip Ortega; Angelica Benavidez and husband Mario; 16 grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Mary is also survived by her sister Helen Radosevich of Gallup NM; sister Elizabeth Sparks of Albuquerque; brother John Smalley and sister-in-law Janice of Albuquerque; sister-in-law Lynda Groves of San Angelo, TX; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her children John Ortega (infant), Lotario E. Ortega of Albuquerque, and Thomas Ortega of Milan NM. Rosary will be recited Sunday, March 30, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. at FRENCH Lomas. Mass will be celebrated Monday, March 31, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish, Lomas and Tennessee. Please visit our online guestbook for Mary at www.frenchfunerals.com. FRENCH Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for MOORMAN
MOORMAN, MARIAN JACOT 1920 2014. Born in Greenwich, CT to Minerva and Louis Smith. She joined the Women's Army Corp (WAC) in 1943 because she wanted to see the world. The Army sent her to Los Alamos, NM to do clerk typist work for the Top Secret Manhattan Project. In 1946 she was honorably discharged in Fort Dix, NJ. She was awarded several medals: American Service Medal, good Conduct Medal, WAAC Service Ribbon, World War II Victory Medal, and Meritorious Unit Service Plaque. In 1946 she married Louis F. Jacot in Port Chester, NY and they returned to Los Alamos. She worked as a secretary for the University of California until 1954. In 1954 she and her husband moved to Albuquerque, NM where they both worked for Sandia Labs. Louis and Maria were devout members of Our Lady of the Annunciation Church. They watched the church expand and grow through the years. Louis died in 1997. Marian married Charles Moorman in 1999. They traveled the world until 2008 when Charles died. Marian was a joy to be around with her zest for life and fantastic mind. She truly lived her life well and fully. She will be missed by all who knew her. Marian is survived by her step-children Patricia Moorman and Samuel Moorman both of Albuquerque; and grandchildren Seth and Gabrielle. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, April 3, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. followed by Mass at 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE. Her cremated remains will be interred at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Marian at www.frenchfunerals.com. FRENCH Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for MONGELLI
MONGELLI, DONNA MARIE Age 69, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2014. She was born in Mt. Vernon, NY on October 29, 1944 to Nicholas and Flora Mongelli. Donna is survived by brother, Roy Mongelli of Colorado; nephew, Kevin Mongelli and wife, Ann of Florida; two nieces, Claire Kilchenstein and husband, John and Pamela LeClair, all of Maryland; great-niece, Courtney Kilchenstein; and sister-in-law, Karen Mongelli of Maryland. A Rosary and Funeral Mass will take place this May (exact day and time to be determined) at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1502 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Inurnment will also be at a later date at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Hawthorne, New York. To view service information or leave a condolence for the family 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 MILLLER
MILLER, DELORES B. age 80, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2014. 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 MCLANE
MCLANE, ALFRED LEO JR. &Quot;DEACON AL&Quot; Alfred Leo McLane Jr. "Deacon Al" was called home to the Lord Saturday March 22, 2014. Deacon Al had served at the Shrine of St. Bernadette for over 20 years. He loved and ministered to the community and thought of them as extended family. Deacon Al was also called Dad. It was through his life experiences as a Husband and Dad that he found compassion to minister to people. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Betty McLane. He is survived by his children Melissa Dunn (Clyde), Michael McLane, Mary McLane, Maureen Robbins (Larry), Paul McLane (Herminia), and Carol McLane. He has nine grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; and three great-great- grandchildren; finally his beloved dog Cosmo. Services will be held at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, 114001 Indian School Rd. NE. Rosary will be recited on Friday, March 28, 2014 at 5:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Internment Gate of Heaven Cemetery with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Brothers of the Good Shepherd, 901 Brother Mathias Pl NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please visit our online guest book for Deacon Al at www.frenchfunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Obituary for MARTIN
MARTIN, LINDSEY SARA Age 31, was born in Rawlins, WY August 20, 1982. Lindsey went to be with the Angels peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 surrounded by her family. 31 years ago, they were given this beautiful gift, and on Wednesday, her family by her side, she was lovingly given back to the Lord. She is survived by her loving parents, father, Chuck Martin; mother, Christine Martin; brother, Sean Martin; and the love of her life, her dog Rocky. She is also survived by her aunts and uncles, Karen and (The Hammer) Greg Arrants of Albuquerque, NM, Kevin Fitzpatrick of Long Beach CA, Michael and Missy Fitzpatrick of Conover, NC, Jakie and Richard Lewis of Gettysburg PA, Greg and Naoma Martin of Hopatcong NJ, Gayle Martin of Albuquerque NM, and Marty Martin of Superior, WY. She is preceded in death by her loving grandparents, Florence Fitzpatrick, James Fitzpatrick, Charlene and Claude Martin, and James and Dorothy Fitzpatrick. Lindsey has a large loving family who through the eight years of battling her colon cancer surrounded her with love and prayers and anything she needed. This was always a great comfort for her, she loved you all. Lindsey graduated Del Norte H.S. in 2000 and went on to attend classes at the University of New Mexico, CNN community college, and bartender academy. She went on to work in banking, retail, and the food service industry. Lindsey is remembered by her family and friends as a compassionate, loving, kind and caring woman, whose motto was, "Creating the life I want to live, one day at a time." Her favorite quote was "Happiness is the most important thing in the world, without it you have a life of Depression". (Marilyn Monroe). Lindsey, you touched so many lives that you didn't even realize the impact you had and the legacy of your pureness on people. Lindsey, we made you a Promise of Paradise, and the Lord kept that Promise for you. We love you and are all better people because of you. Fly with your wings and smile as your Angel Dust sprinkles upon us, Your Loving Family, Mom and Dad, Sean. Services will be held Tuesday, April 1, 2014, 1:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Wyoming. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Sean Martin, Greg Arrants, Kevin Fitzpatrick, Greg Martin, Richard Lewis, and Jimmy Ng. Honorary pallbearer is Michael Fitzpatrick. We would like to thank the doctors and staff at UNM Cancer Center for giving us eight more years with our daughter; it meant the world to us. We would also like to thank Hospice for the great care at the end; it was very comforting for the family. Please visit our online guestbook for Lindsey at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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Obituary for MADRID
MADRID, ELLEN Age 70, passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2014. She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Sarah Milligan; two brothers Bruce and Larry Milligan. Ellen is survived by her husband of 50 years, Alberto Madrid; three children, Raymond Madrid, Rhonda Baca and husband, Alex, Albert Madrid and wife, Jennifer; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Pat Silva and husband, Edward, Maryann Wallian and husband, Jim and mother in law Isabel Madrid. A Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 1, 2014, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Garcia Mortuary ~ Chapel of Angels , 717 Stover Ave. SW, Albuquerque. A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 2:15 pm, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. 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 MACY
MACY, ROBERT &Quot;BOB&Quot; Robert Macy died suddenly on Friday, March 21, 2014 at the age of 61. He was born in New Jersey to June and Sidney Macy. He attended Stevens Institute of Technology, where he majored in physics. After graduation, Robert moved to New Mexico and joined the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at UNM, where he worked as a Research Engineer for over 25 years. Robert was a serious musician and performed regularly with local bands. He was devoted to his family. He is survived by his children, Emily and Maxwell; their mother, Mary Beth Griffin; his parents, June and Sidney Macy; and his sisters, Mallory Davidson and Ellen Marder. Memorial Services will be held on Friday, April 4, 2014 at 3:00 pm at the UNM ALUMNI CHAPEL on the UNM Campus-Las Lomas Blvd & Redondo NE. Please visit our online guest book for Robert at www.frenchfunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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