ROSEBERRY, EVELYN B. 1932 - 2013 Evelyn Roseberry, age 81, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2013, after a long illness. She was currently living in Oahu, Hawaii with her daughters, Dawn Roseberry & Judae Velasquez, husband Joe. She is also survived by son Buster Roseberry, wife Ceci; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends. Evelyn was preceded in death by parents, Lito and Elisabeth Baros, 1 son, Richard L. Shelton, 2 sisters, Hazel Slater and Leona Hoffines. She deeply loved her family and will be sorely missed. Cremation has already taken place. Her cremains will remain in Oahu until an undetermined date.
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Obituary for PHILLIPS
PHILLIPS, SARAH E. Passed away on December 3, 2013 after a short illness. Sarah was born in Waukegan, IL to Julia and George Gagosian, and served in the Army as a nurse taking care of servicemen returning from WWII. She moved with her family to New Mexico in 1960 and retired as a civilian employee from Kirtland AFB in 1986. She is survived by her five children, Marie Brumbaugh of Seattle, WA, Robert Westvang and wife, Saundra of Everett, WA, Kim Westvang and his partner, Nancy Giannini, Debby Phillips and husband, Frank Bagnato, and Patricia Phillips and husband, Michael Braman, all of Albuquerque. Sarah has seven grandchildren, Joseph, Jeremy, Robbie, Bobbie, Katie, Brittany, and Alex and five great-grandchildren. Our dear "Moo" was the cement that bound the family together over many years and many miles, and she will be missed by all. A Prayer Vigil will be held Monday, December 9, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. A Committal Service will follow, 2:15 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Sarah at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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Obituary for PADILLA
PADILLA, RUTH CORDOVA It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, Ruth Cordova Padilla who passed away December 4, 2013 at the age of 82. Ruth is survived by her loving and always attentive husband of sixty-four years, her high school sweetheart, Sosimo Padilla; her children, Veronica Padilla Prager and husband, Stuart, Phyllis Padilla Owens and husband, Norman, and John Padilla and wife, SuzAnne. She is also survived by the absolute pride of her life, her grandchildren, Adam Sanchez, Aaron Prager and wife, Elena, Matthew Padilla and wife, Katie, Maria Milder and husband, Robert, and Karli La Cour; and by her precious great-grand daughters, Shannon and Patricia; and great-grandson, Damion. Also left to mourn are siblings, Angelina Clark, Raoul Cordova, Frank Cordova, J.D. Cordova, Art Cordova, Edna Otero, David Cordova, and Ginger Gomez; sisters-in-law, Betty Segura and Martha Avila; her special aunt Mary Torres and husband, Lawrence and their families. Greeting her in heaven are her parents, Arturo and Viviana Cordova; brothers Michael, Vivian, and Nick; and her beloved daughter-in-law Patricia. Mom served on the Board of Educational Finance for the State of NM and had a passion for family genealogy. Mom will always be remembered for her unconditional love and quiet generosity, her grace and beauty, and her constant love for her family and her countless friends. Visitation will be Sunday, December 8, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 309 Stover SW with a Rosary to be recited at 2:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Monday, December 9, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Father Clarence Maes, presider. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be her beloved grandchildren, Adam, Aaron, Matthew, Maria, Karli and Damion. 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 ORTEGA
ORTEGA, ART Arturo Guillermo Ortega, Jr. passed away November 28, 2013 in Albuquerque. He was born on May 29, 1946 in Washington, D.C. He graduated from St. Pius X High School in 1964 and attended Regis College in Denver and the University of Albuquerque. While at the University of Albuquerque, Art found his calling as a broadcaster. He started his career at KDEF in Albuquerque, and had a very successful run that took him to radio stations in Denver, Boston, Columbus, and San Diego. He returned to Albuquerque in 1985 and retired from broadcasting in 2011. Art was known for his engaging personality, quick wit, ready smile, and ever-active sense of humor. He volunteered on many boards and committees throughout his career and exemplified excellent problem-solving skills coupled with creativity and imagination to benefit the community. His late parents were Arturo G. Ortega and Eloisa Maes Ortega. He is survived by his wife, Lynda; son, David; grandson, Dominic; stepson, Eric Martinez; stepdaughter, Kristine Martinez; siblings, Dr. Ricardo Ortega, M.D., Cristina Ortega Morris (Robert), Carlos Ortega (Dolores), Daniel Ortega, Roberto Ortega (Loretta), and Armando Ortega (Yolanda). Art is also survived by his former wife, Margaret Ortega, plus many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins, colleagues, and friends. He enjoyed the music of a spectrum of artists, but was especially fond of the Beatles, who burst onto the world stage when he was a teenager. Indeed, Art had a chronic case of Beatlemania that was practically contagious. He loved to attend and photograph David's and Dominic's soccer games and was a devoted fan of the Boston Celtics. The reservoir of steady love, encouragement, and support that Art left for his grandson, Dominic will help him immensely in his ongoing recovery from childhood leukemia. Pallbearers are Joe Melloy, Chuck Reynolds, Art Verardo, Joe McGuire, Richard Royman, and Paul Barabe. Honorary pallbearers are Malcolm Shannon, Frank Cody, David Battat, Ernesto Perez, Carla Barela, Judy Higgins Reynolds, and Dewey Weber. In lieu of flowers, donations in Art's memory may be made to the Heart Hospital of New Mexico Foundation or to the National Hispanic Cultural Center Foundation. The Rosary will be recited Friday, December 6, 2013, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima, 4020 Lomas NE, Albuquerque. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, December 7, 2013, 10:00 a.m. also at Our Lady of Fatima. Please visit the online guestbook for Art at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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Obituary for NESBITT
NESBITT, MARTIN ERWIN was born on November 10, 1923 in Cook County Illinois to James Bradshaw Nesbitt (an Irishman) and Catherine McLean Nesbitt (a Scottswoman). Martin lived in Ireland as a young child and at a young age moved with his family to Wisconsin where adventures galore awaited a young curious boy on the family farm. Martin recalled many wonderful stories that arose while he helped his father tend crops and farm animals. Martin befriended all animals including draft horses, farm cats and many dogs which he loved throughout his stay on that Wisconsin farm. Martin hunted in the woods nearby and fished the many creeks on and around his father's farm. Martin loved to hunt with one favorite dog named Chummy and the two brought game home frequently much to the delight of his proud parents. Martin's time on the family farm taught him many useful lessons including his ability to successfully grow anything, he truly had a green thumb and he loved nature and being outdoors. Martin strived to find joy from hard work his entire life. He worked on rail crews, sleeping in box cars as the work trains made their way across the Midwest defoliating rail beds and railways. In 1941 Martin joined the United States Marine Corps and served honorably attaining the rank of Corporal. His hunting skill proved valuable as he was a sharpshooter with military firearms. Upon completion of his military service, Martin landed a managerial job with the Southern Union Gas Company. The career he started as a young charismatic manager saw him all the way through retirement in 1988. Along the way he met his feisty young bride, Mary Catherine Murphy, married her in Clayton, New Mexico in 1951, reared four children, and enjoyed life with his family in Clayton, Portales, and Clovis. Martin enjoyed his retirement years in Belen, Albuquerque, and Las Cruces. Martin was one who was easy to like. He made friends every where he landed. He took a no nonsense approach to all aspects of life, yet had a good humor about him that was a natural draw he used to develop friendships. Martin was constantly learning from things he read and from conversations with interesting friends and family. Martin is survived by four children who he loved dearly, Jim (Patti), Anne (Brad), Timothy, and Patrick (Michele); six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law; and nephews and nieces. Martin considered many of his close friends as family. Being a private man, Martin asked for private services with his close family and will be buried alongside his loving wife at a family plot in Raton, NM. Marin was appreciative of the care he received at Memorial Medical Center and especially the care from Dr. Maidana-Paz and Dr. Bruce Greenfield. To encourage others to utilize the services of Hospice where Martin passed away on December 4, 2013, the family would appreciate donations be made in Martin's honor to Mesilla Valley Hospice Foundation, 299 E. Montana, Las Cruces, NM 88005. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home, corner of Solano and Bowman Ave. To sign our local on line guestbook please log onto www.GetzCares.com
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Obituary for KITZINGER
KITZINGER, JOSHUA age 22, ascended with the angels to be with sweet Jesus, on November 29th, 2013. He is survived by his mother Debra Kitzinger; father and step-mother David and Frances Kitzinger; sister and brother Jessica Kitzinger and Jacob Kitzinger; his fiancee Matthew Lowe; grandparents David and LaVerna Kitzinger; grandparents Ronald and Loretta Grube; godparent Lori Grube; along with many other close relatives and friends. Joshua enjoyed soccer in his early years, outdoor activities with his family, including boy scouts (outings, craft building, leadership, service to the community), and multiplayer gaming on the internet. Joshua is amongst the gentlest, kindest, and sensitive of souls. He cared for others, usually putting anyone before himself. He listened to the Lord's advice to treat others as he would be treated. He lived that ideal. He is beloved and precious to all his family and friends; certainly to anyone who took the time to know him. His Rosary is being said at Gabaldon Mortuary at 1000 Old Coors SW, 87121 at 7:00pm. His Mass is being said at Our Lady of the Annunciation on Saturday at 10:30am immediately followed by procession to Mount Calvary Cemetery for final rites and burial. He will remain there under the steady guard of Saint Michael the Arch Angel, Our Lady of Guadalupe, all his loving family including those who have gone on before (Grandma and Grandpa D and Uncle Chris) and family to be. May he rejoice in being with his Savior and remember to intercede for those still in the trenches.
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Obituary for GURULE
GURULE, GENEVA INEZ (GEEGEE) Our beloved GeeGee went to be with our Lord on Monday, December 2, 2013 at age 53 due to a sudden illness. She was born to Alonso Gurule and Sarah Flores in Butte, Montana on December 29, 1959. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sarah Flores; niece Nicole Romero; and sister Angela Gurule. She is survived by her father, Alonso Gurule (Jenny) of Penasco; step-father Ralph Flores of Santa Fe; sisters Tina Gurule of Santa Fe and Brenda Gurule (Jimmy) of Glorieta; nephew JohnPaul Chavez (Raquel) of Santa Fe; great-niece Aliyah Chavez of Santa Fe; and best friend Cecilia Nieto of Albuquerque. She was a loving and caring person who had a heart of gold. She enjoyed being around kids because she was a kid at heart herself. She loved to travel. Her family and friends meant everything to her. We will truly miss her. Special thanks to Cecilia Nieto and her family for being so good to her. Thanks also to the doctors and nurses that took such good care of her at UNM ICU Unit. Family viewing will be held on Friday, December 6th at 4:00 p.m. and Public Services will be at 6:00 p.m. at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, Albuquerque.
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Obituary for GIACCARDO
GIACCARDO, MARC ALAN Born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania on October 22, 1946 to Irene and Louis Giaccardo, was a beloved father, grandfather; husband, brother, uncle, and friend. Marc was taken from us too soon on November 24, 2013, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Pacharee; his daughters, Gina and Genevieve; his daughters' mother, and former wife, Felice Lucero; granddaughters, Cyrrene and Mavri; sister, Anita Geis; brothers, Edward and Kim; and nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Marc, a LEED-AP certified architect and AIA member, studied at Drexel University in Philadelphia; where his mentor, Louis Kahn, profoundly influenced him. He continued his studies at the University of New Mexico, earning his Master's degree in 1977. Marc practiced architecture in Albuquerque, independently and for firms Long and Waters, Barker/Bohl, and Van Gilbert Architects. His passion for sustainable design, technology, and natural materials manifested itself from the earliest of his works, including a first-place Reynolds Aluminum competition award for an innovative "green" Alaskan pipeline road design; the geodesic dome-based Gibbon Flight Cage at the Albuquerque Zoo; a passive solar print studio for El Cerro Graphics in Los Lunas; the Bliss House; and the NM Educators Federal Credit Union in the North Valley. In 1980, he designed the gondola, Jules Verne, for balloonist Maxie Anderson who along with Don Ida, attempted to fly around the world the following year. Marc was a founding member of the Albuquerque United Artists; an organization comprised of over 200 visual and performing artists, and served as its first president. His distinguished teaching career spanned four decades, beginning at the University of New Mexico (UNM) as a graduate teaching assistant to another mentor and dear family friend, Bob Cohlmeyer; and as an instructor at the Technical-Vocational Institute (TVI) in Albuquerque. He went on to hold Associate Professorships at The Catholic University of America (CUA) in Washington, DC; Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX; and the University of Texas (UTSA) in San Antonio, TX. While at CUA from 1985 to 1992, Marc was the founding director of the Computer Aided Design Lab Studio (CAD Lab), where students were introduced to early AutoCAD software and Mac computers. He was the Senior Editor for the 8th edition of Architectural Graphic Standards, which included a chapter on historic preservation for the first time. At Texas Tech from 1992 to 2004, he was President of the Faculty Senate, and Principal Design Architect for the Junction Campus master plan proposal that emphasized sustainable design principles. At UTSA from 2004 to 2009, Marc revamped the environmental systems courses and developed a junior level competition design studio, focused on sustainable design and technology. He authored and negotiated the proposal for the new Construction Science and Management degree program, and was appointed Director at its inception in 2008. The program successfully attained the status of the Department of Construction Science on March 1, 2013. Marc retired from teaching at the end of 2009, to develop his greatest project, Verdant Design-Build, LLC. This work was the culmination of his life-long pursuits: specializing in environmentally sustainable building design, passive and hybrid solar, and renewable, low energy materials; and applying the principles of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Regenerate. Loyal to his Pittsburgh roots, Marc was an avid Steelers fan, as well as a talented basketball player and all-around athlete. Marc's proclivity for reason, immense knowledge, steady guidance and sense of humor made him the best of fathers and teachers, and the truest of friends. We hold him close in our minds and hearts, with love and strength always. Services will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at Resurrection of The Lord Parish, 7990 W. Military Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78227. Visitation, 9:00-10:00 a.m.; followed by Mass, 10:00-11:00 a.m. A memorial service for Marc will be held in Albuquerque in the spring; details to come. For information, contact Genevieve Giaccardo, (505) 604-5023.
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Obituary for GAILLOUR
GAILLOUR, JOHN Age 89, of Rio Rancho, formerly of Questa and Las Vegas, NM, was born in Vaughn, NM, in 1924 to immigrants from the Basque region of southern France (the Pyrenees). The family also resided in La Leindre; a time that was greatly memorable for John. The Rosary will be recited on Friday, December 6, 2013, 7:00 p.m., with visitation starting at 5:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Westside. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 7, 2013, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 1502 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho. Interment will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, December 9, 2013 at 11:15 a.m. Please visit our online guestbook for John at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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Obituary for CROUSE
CROUSE, CYNTHIA ANN Born November 15, 1951 in Auburn, NY, joined her mother, Beverly Gladwin, father Leon Isgar, and sister Lori Isgar on November 28, 2013. She is survived by her sisters (including step/in-laws) Susan, Debbie, Diane, Pam, Kimm, Vaughn, Karen, Lori, Geri, and Bonnie, as well as many nieces, nephews, friends and her loving husband of 37 years Richard; her son Rick and his wife Amanda, their daughter Samantha Grace. Anyone wishing to do something is encouraged to donate to the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.
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Obituary for CLOUSE
CLOUSE, NADIA The Memorial Service for Nadia Clouse IS POSTPONED. Service will be re-scheduled. DATE PENDING.
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Obituary for BOHLANDER
BOHLANDER, CAROL LYNN Age 62, passed away Monday, November 25, 2013. Carol was preceded in death by her husband, James Bohlander; her mother, Lillian Eckert; her father, Joseph Eckert. Carol is survived by her daughter, Jessica O'Callahan of Albuquerque, NM; her sister, Gigi Delpero of Sarasota, FL. She was born Carol Lynn Eckert on December 27, 1950 to Joseph and Lillian Eckert in Washington, DC. Carol moved to New Mexico in 1971 and lived here for the remainder of her life. Carol was a gifted seamstress, loved arts and crafts, and enjoyed antique hunting and shopping, especially when seeking a gift for others. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 7, 2013 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Carol's honor to Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice or the Animal Humane Association of NM. To view information, 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 VALENTE
VALENTE, CHRISTINE Our mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend, Christine Garcia Valente, passed away on December 2, 2013. She is survived by her husband Allen Valente; children, Tony Garcia and wife Shannon, and Eric Lovato and Lindsey Montoya; granddaughters, Sydney and Mackenzie Garcia, Destiny, Angelina, & Raynah Lovato; and sisters, Evelyn Ida Gonzales, Susan Hale, and Valerie Sandoval. Christine was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Lorraine Armenta. Services will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Parsh on Monday, December 9th, 10:00 am, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
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Obituary for TUCKER
TUCKER, MICHAEL A. 1/25/91 - 12/7/12 Michael was a special love and joy in our lives and we aren't the same without him. We miss his beautiful smile, positive attitude and unique personality. Michael was called home to watch over us and to receive us as we pass on and are together again. We love you Michael. Your loving family. Please sign Michael's guestbook or share any special memories at: www.Riversidefunerals.com, available until 1/12/14.
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Obituary for ROSEBERRY
ROSEBERRY, EVELYN B. 1932 - 2013 Evelyn Roseberry, age 81, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2013, after a long illness. She was currently living in Oahu, Hawaii with her daughters, Dawn Roseberry & Judae Velasquez, husband Joe. She is also survived by son Buster Roseberry, wife Ceci; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends. Evelyn was preceded in death by parents, Lito and Elisabeth Baros, 1 son, Richard L. Shelton, 2 sisters, Hazel Slater and Leona Hoffines. She deeply loved her family and will be sorely missed. Cremation has already taken place. Her cremains will remain in Oahu until an undetermined date.
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Obituary for PADILLA
PADILLA, RUTH CORDOVA It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, Ruth Cordova Padilla who passed away December 4, 2013 at the age of 82. Ruth is survived by her loving and always attentive husband of sixty-four years, her high school sweetheart, Sosimo Padilla; her children, Veronica Padilla Prager and husband, Stuart, Phyllis Padilla Owens and husband, Norman, and John Padilla and wife, SuzAnne. She is also survived by the absolute pride of her life, her grandchildren, Adam Sanchez, Aaron Prager and wife, Elena, Matthew Padilla and wife, Katie, Maria Milder and husband, Robert, and Karli La Cour; and by her precious great-grand daughters, Shannon and Patricia; and great-grandson, Damion. Also left to mourn are siblings, Angelina Clark, Frank Cordova, Raoul Cordova, J.D. Cordova, Art Cordova, Edna Otero, David Cordova, and Ginger Gomez; sisters-in-law, Betty Segura and Martha Abila; her special aunt Mary Torres and husband, Lawrence and their families. Greeting her in heaven are her parents, Arturo and Viviana Cordova; brothers Michael, Vivian, and Nick; and her beloved daughter-in-law Patricia. Mom served on the Board of Educational Finance for the State of NM and had a passion for family genealogy. Mom will always be remembered for her unconditional love and quiet generosity, her grace and beauty, and her constant love for her family and her countless friends. Visitation will be Sunday, December 8, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 309 Stover SW with a Rosary to be recited at 2:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Monday, December 9, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Father Clarence Maes, presider. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be her beloved grandchildren, Adam, Aaron, Matthew, Maria, Karli and Damion. 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 ORTEGA
ORTEGA, ART Arturo Guillermo Ortega, Jr. passed away November 28, 2013 in Albuquerque. He was born on May 29, 1946 in Washington, D.C. He graduated from St. Pius X High School in 1964 and attended Regis College in Denver and the University of Albuquerque. While at the University of Albuquerque, Art found his calling as a broadcaster. He started his career at KDEF in Albuquerque, and had a very successful run that took him to radio stations in Denver, Boston, Columbus, and San Diego. He returned to Albuquerque in 1985 and retired from broadcasting in 2011. Art was known for his engaging personality, quick wit, ready smile, and ever-active sense of humor. He volunteered on many boards and committees throughout his career and exemplified excellent problem-solving skills coupled with creativity and imagination to benefit the community. His late parents were Arturo G. Ortega and Eloisa Maes Ortega. He is survived by his wife, Lynda; son, David; grandson, Dominic; stepson, Eric Martinez; stepdaughter, Kristine Martinez; siblings, Dr. Ricardo Ortega, M.D., Cristina Ortega Morris (Robert), Carlos Ortega (Dolores), Daniel Ortega, Roberto Ortega (Loretta), and Armando Ortega (Yolanda). Art is also survived by his former wife, Margaret Ortega, plus many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins, colleagues, and friends. He enjoyed the music of a spectrum of artists, but was especially fond of the Beatles, who burst onto the world stage when he was a teenager. Indeed, Art had a chronic case of Beatlemania that was practically contagious. He loved to attend and photograph David's and Dominic's soccer games and was a devoted fan of the Boston Celtics. The reservoir of steady love, encouragement, and support that Art left for his grandson, Dominic will help him immensely in his ongoing recovery from childhood leukemia. Pallbearers are Joe Melloy, Chuck Reynolds, Art Verardo, Joe McGuire, Richard Royman, and Paul Barabe. Honorary pallbearers are Malcolm Shannon, Frank Cody, David Battat, Ernesto Perez, Carla Barela, Judy Higgins Reynolds, and Dewey Weber. In lieu of flowers, donations in Art's memory may be made to the Heart Hospital of New Mexico Foundation or to the National Hispanic Cultural Center Foundation. The Rosary will be recited Friday, December 6, 2013, 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima, 4020 Lomas NE, Albuquerque. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, December 7, 2013, 10:00 a.m. also at Our Lady of Fatima. Please visit the online guestbook for Art at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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Obituary for MORGAN
MORGAN, JOHNNY Johnny Morgan, age 79, on December 1st went home to be with his Lord. Johnny is survived by his wife of 55 yrs, Jo Morgan; their children Alice Beilman and Willy Morgan; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on December 14th, at 1:00pm, at the Heritage Christian Fellowship, 11104 Menaul Blvd. NE.
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Obituary for KEAR
KEAR, ELSIE Born in 1919 of Northern Italian emigrant parents, her first language, culture, and name was Italian. Elsie later shared her Italian heritage with her husband and her children. As a nursing student, she served in the US Cadet Nurse Corps during WWII. When she graduated from Massachusetts Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in 1946, Elsie began a 45 year career dedicated to helping others. Her areas of expertise included surgical nurse, obstetrics, premature infants, school nurse, hospital patients, ski patrol, international flight nurse, home hospice nursing, and flu shots. Elsie, the adventuress, traveled alone across the continent to begin her nursing career at Scripps La Jolla. She was amazed to see oranges actually growing on trees! During a rooftop sunbathing session, the nurses were astonished to experience their first earthquake! Elsie met and married Don Kear, a young sailor home on leave from the first (1947-1948) around-the-world cruise aboard the aircraft carrier USS Valley Forge. This began a 30 year US Navy career / marriage of exciting travel and constant moves. Elsie relished each duty station. In Adak, Alaska in the Aleutian Island Chain, Elsie collected and labeled wildflowers found hidden in the tundra. She cut whale vertebrae from washed-ashore carcasses for lamp bases. In Albuquerque, Elsie learned to snow ski at age 50. With her RN and expert black-diamond skiing skills, she was hired to rescue injured skiers as "ski patrol". Elsie combined her love of travel with nursing, traveling to the former USSR, Africa, China, and Japan to study surgery, alternative medicines, hospitals, and nursing. Elsie became an avid gardener in Albuquerque with over 25 rose bushes in her yard. An institution at the Albuquerque Garden Center, she put on symposia for the State Garden Clubs, earned her "Life Judge" credentials for the state fair, became a state certified "master gardener" and helped all her neighbors with pests, plants, and problems in the garden. Learning to paint in both oil and watercolors, Elsie preferred flowers as her subject of over 100 completed paintings. Elsie and her husband both loved music and dancing, going out on the boat, fishing (Elsie always caught the first or the biggest - much to Don's chagrin), camping in their RV, bowling, & passing on the activities they loved to their children Randy (Seattle) & Valerie (San Diego, CA). Elsie Kear will be remembered for her infectious laugh, blue eyes, big smile, friendliness, love of people, cheerful happy personality, plaid suits with matching hats, and energetic love of life. Funeral service will be held December 9th at French Mortuary on Wyoming at 10:00am. Elsie will be laid to rest with Don, her loving husband of 47 years, in the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30pm.
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Obituary for GUTIERREZ
GUTIERREZ, JESUS J. age 75, born in Chilili, NM, and a resident of Albuquerque, passed away December 3, 2013. Mr. Gutierrez is survived by his beloved wife, Nettie; daughters, Lorraine Marquez and husband, James, Joanne Lucero and husband, Frank; special friend to the family, Michael Patino; sister, Viviana Mora; brothers, Julian Gutierrez and wife, Virginia, Joe Gutierrez and wife, Sally, Pat Gutierrez and wife, Delfinia, and Henry Gutierrez; great aunt, Eleanor Belew and husband, Donald Jr.; grandchildren, Mathew A. Otero, Tyler James Marquez, Frank E. Lucero and wife, Brittany; great-grandson, Isaac D. Lucero; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Gutierrez was preceded in death by his parents, Vivian and Lucinda Gutierrez; grandson, Brandon James Marquez; and sister, Trini Lopez. He was a wonderful husband, who cared for his precious wife until the very end and was the best father his daughters could ever ask for. The loves of his life were his entire family, cherishing all the time spent with them always being loving, supportive and was very caring. . He also had many talents and loved his football. Jesus was proud to be our family patriarch and has left a lifetime of beautiful memories and will forever be in our hearts and will be missed greatly. Love always. Visitation will will be Tuesday, December 10, 2013 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m., Deacon Pablo LeFebre, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. 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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