Arthur Griego, 37, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, June 18, 2001. He is survived by his mother, Stephanie Griego of Albuquerque; brothers, Anthony Griego and wife, Julie of La Marque, TX and Andrew Griego of Albuquerque; sister, Annette Ayala and husband, Joseph of Albuquerque; nephew, Ivan Griego of Texas; nieces, Rachel Griego and Carrie Griego, both of Texas; devoted girlfriend, Helen Lincon of Albuquerque; and Max and Cassie, his German Shepherd babies. Arthur loved rollerblading and outdoor water sports. Memorial services will be held Thursday, June 21, 2001, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Chris Carlson.
Joseph Lawrence Hart, 97, a resident of Albuquerque since 1989, passed away Saturday, June 16, 2001. He was born in Las Vegas, NM, the son of Dennis and Eva Hart. Joe worked in Las Begas for the Meadows Hotel, the Santa Fe Railroad, Charles Ilfeld Co., and retired from the City School System in 1971, having served as Superintendent of Maintenance. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; one sister; and his wife, Martha. In 1961, he married Doris Dowler, who died in 1994. Joe is survived by his step-children, Mary Jane Miller of Hobbs, NM, Phyllis Dowler of Albuquerque, NM, and Keith Dowler of Rio Rancho, NM. From these step-children, Joe had six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Private interment will be held at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Las Vegas, NM. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mr. Hart. (891-8200).
A Rosary for Mr. Jose W. Jaramillo Sr., will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with visitation after 6:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with final visitation at the church after 8:30 a.m. Father Manuel Viera Celebrant. Private disposition will take place. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
Richard T. Kight, Brig. Gen. USAF Ret., 87, a resident of Albuquerque for 34 years, died on Sunday, June 17, 2001. He is survived by his daughters, Sally Kight Parker of Folley Beach, SC and Nancy McLaughlin and husband, Bob of Clifton, VA; son, Richard T. Kight and wife, Jane of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Missy White of Charleston, SC, Mimi Schmidt and husband, Roy of Folley Beach, SC and Monica Shannon and husband, Bill of Falls Church, Virginia; grandsons, Cliff Parker and wife, Jackie of South Carolina, David Parker of California, CPT. John Parker and wife, Linnea of Ft. Bennig, GA, Tom Parker and wife, Amy of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Michael Parker and wife, Amanda, of Manchester, MA, Bobby McLaughlin of Plano, TX, Thomas Kight of Albuquerque, William Kight of Georgia and Andrew Kight of Albuquerque and ten great-grandchildren. Richard was known as the Father of Air Rescue and coined the motto 'That Others May Live'. He was retired from the Air Force as a Brig. General, was a member of the Air Rescue Association, the order of Daedalials, and Sangre De Cristo Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, June 21, 2001, 10:30 a.m., at Sangre De Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd NE, Father Thomas Moore, Celebrant. Friends may visit Wednesday, June 20th from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming NE Burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Lung Association, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
Elena E. Lopez was born August 19, 1918 and passed away June 17, 2001. She was preceded in death by her parents, Radolpho and Victoria, son, Charlie, and brothers, Adelaido, Eppie, Alex, and Val. Elena is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years Benedito Lopez of the family home in San Ysidro, NM.; four sons, Bobby Lopez of Denver, CO., Alfonso Lopez and Josephine Quintana of Bernalillo, NM., Anthony Lopez and Dora Quintana of Bernalillo, NM., and Reynaldo Garcia of Espanola, NM.; two daughters, Ellamae and Daniel Jaramillo of Canyon, NM., and Doris and Vernon Smith of Albuquerque, NM; two brothers, Daniel Martinez, and Reymondo Martinez; three sisters, Romelia and Jo Garcia, Bessie Cano, and Martha Trujillo; 18 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren, and other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Alameda. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, 2001, and Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 21, 2001. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Sandia Hospice 4725 Indian School Rd. NE. Suite #100, Albuquerque, NM. 87110. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque 505-343-8008.
The family of Marie D. Martinez wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Funeral Services. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
Rita Maria Garcia, 85, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, June 19, 2001 after a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer. Rita was born January 3, 1916 in Vera Cruz, Mexico. She is survived by her children, Gloria M. Roney, Frank Ruben Murillo, and Robert B. Murillo and wife, Carolyn, all of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren, Rita Brockhoff and husband, Peter, Linda McAteer and husband, Jack, Joe Roney and wife, Yvette, Randy Roney, Debra Faris and husband, Ricky, Steven Murillo, Teresa M. Farkash and husband, Michael Murillo and wife, Sybil, Kathy Stetzer and husband, Glenn, Sharon Rett and husband, Gary, Leslie Murillo, Sandy Murillo Swierc and husband, William, and John Patrick Murillo and wife, Lindy; 27 great grandchildren, Erica, Ian, Adrian, Megan, Jonathan, Daniel, Ryan, Cori, Seth, Roxanne, Carina, David, Robert, Sarah, Natalie, Jason, Jennifer, Justin, Amy, Christopher, Stephanie, Alex, Ryan, Melissa, Whitney, Nicholas, and Kaycee; and four great-great grandchildren, Daniel, Savannah, and Trinity; two brothers, Leo Garcia and wife, Mary and Rudolfo (Rudy) Garcia and wife, Angelita; She was preceded in death by her husband, Juan Manuel Murillo in 1946; son, John Thomas Murillo in 1988; siblings, Isabell Muniz in 1984, Salvador Garcia in 1988, Eloisa Garcia in 1994, Guadelupe Esquivel in 1995, and Rose Franco in 1965. Rita was especially close with two nephews whom she grew up with and who were more like her brothers; Refugio (Roy) Beserra and wife, Mela and Manuel Beserra and wife, Jenny; and a very special friend, Nancy Jo Archer. In 1929, her mother, Carmen started the El Modelo Tortilla factory from her home, using the earnings of her three teenage daughters and Rita who was a mere 10 years old in order to help support the family, later Rita was forced to quit school before completing her elementary education. In 1947, the family expanded the business into a large factory, specializing in take home Mexican food. She worked at the Alvarado Hotel providing laundry service until age 14, when she married Juan Manuel Murillo, November 17, 1930. Rita worked with her husband at The Right Way Shoe Stop on North Fourth until his death in 1946, whereby she took over the family shoe repair business. She successfully managed the shoe shop; single handedly raised four children on her own, while simultaneously attending beauty school at night. In 1955, Rita passed the beauty school-licensing test (which required an 11th grade education) and was hired to run the largest beauty shop in Albuquerque, "Tip to Toe Salon ". After eight years of dedicated service, she was ready to open her own beauty shop, located on San Mateo. She eventually sold the beauty shop and went to work for Woolco Department Store in the early 1970's, where she was a Cosmetics Manager for several years. She retired in 1983 at the age of 67. Rita was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church and an avid participant in their Senior Citizens Center. She enjoyed her many friends at the Senior Center, who were a source of great enjoyment and camaraderie up until her death. Probably one of her most treasured roles in life was that of beloved Grandmother. She was a "Grandma" to all that knew her, and she adopted many individuals in her loving and caring way. Her kitchen was the meeting place for the entire family especially during the holidays. Rita will be dearly missed by all those who loved her. She was a mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She touched many lives with her love and she will be fondly remembered as an incredibly strong woman that never gave up---no matter how difficult the challenge. Rosary will be recited Thursday, June 21, 2001, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Al McLane reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, June 22, 2001, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NW, with Father Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. until Rosary.
Agnes Ross Perea went to the loving arms of our Lord on Saturday, June 16, 2001. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, she was employed as a "Harvey Girl" for 20 years at the original Alvarado Hotel, and continued her career as a waitress at the Albuquerque Hilton Hotel until she retired. She was welcomed into heaven by her husband, Lorenzo who has been patiently waiting for almost 40 years. Daughter, Irene Lermusiaux of Las Vegas, NV; grandson, Thaddeus Perea and great-granddaughter, Stephanie Lynne Sanchez-Chavez also preceded her. Survivors are daughter, Florence Grace Johnson who unselfishly nurtured and cared for her these past 12 years, son, Mel "Archie" Perea and wife, Roseline, adopted son, Barry David Perea and wife, Sharon of Las Vegas, NV; brother, Joseph L. Ross and sister, Helen Ross both of Albuquerque, sister, Louise Blea of Hawthorne, CA; 16 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren who fondly referred to her as "Nana" and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Her love of music, dancing and nights under the stars at Jemez Springs were shared with her husband "Lori" who was a musician. Her love of books and reading were reflected by her knowledge and wisdom. She was a lifelong member of Sacred Heart Church and last few years attended Mass at Ascension Parish. She was a member of the Order of St. Francis. We were fortunate to have her here for 95 years and know she is resting in peace. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 21, 2001 with a Rosary immediately following in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. An additional Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. Friday, June 22, 2001 with Mass to follow immediately at 10:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 9502 4th NW. Interment will be at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lawrence "Larry" Lermusiaux, Gordon Michael Perea, Stanley Ross Perea and Steven Espinosa. Honorary Pallbearers are Barry "Sonny" Perea, Rhiannon Chavez-Ross, Robert Anthony Sanchez, Patrick Sanchez, David Perea Jr. and Phillip Cordova. Arrangements by Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE (842-8800)
Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Pete J. Ramirez, will be celebrated Thursday morning at 8:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with final visitation in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 7:15 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Father Manuel Viera Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
In Loving Memory of
Ross E. Romero
July 1, 1935 - June 16, 2001
Ross is survived by children, Maria I. Martinez, Barbara Romo, Ross Romero Jr., Stephen Romero, and Gloria Romero; 16 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; one sister; and five brothers. Services will be held on Friday June 22, 2001 at Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco SW. Rosary at 10:30 a.m., Mass at 11:00 a.m.
Alberto Santos "Serri" Serrano, age 48, passed away unexpectedly June 18 at the Guadalupe County Hospital. Albert was born November 1, 1952 in Santa Rosa, NM to the home of Charles H. and Angela Gerhardt Serrano. Albert attended St. Rose Catholic School and graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1970. Immediately after graduation Albert went to work with the New Mexico State Highway Department until 1988 and then went to work for the Truck Stops of America for four years. He was currently employed with the City of Santa Rosa. Albert was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church. He enjoyed playing pool, reading, working on cars and fishing. Albert is preceded in death by his nephew, Francisco Delgado and his grandparents. Survivors include his parents, Charles and Angela Serrano of Santa Rosa; his son, Jason Serrano and wife, Jeatonne of Edgewood; his daughter, Adina Chavez of Clovis; grandchildren, Erin and Shaelynn Serrano of Edgewood. Also surviving are his brothers and sisters, Bertille Serrano Delgado of Santa Fe, Charlene Serrano Urban of Las Vegas, NM, Darlene Bonney and husband, Leroy of Santa Rosa, Enrico Serrano and wife, Lucille of Milagro, NM, Joe Serrano and wife, Barbara of Santa Rosa, Gwendolyn Serrano of Santa Rosa, Hilario Serrano and wife, Lori of Taos, Ian John Serrano and wife, Yolanda of Santa Rosa, Jorge Serrano and wife, Michelle of Santa Rosa; numerous nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts and a host of relatives and friends. Rosary Services will be held on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. from St. Rose of Lima Church in Santa Rosa. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. also from St. Rose Church with Father Stephen Schultz officiating. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St., Santa Rosa, NM (505) 472-3369
JoVita Joy Smart, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, died on Monday, June 18, 2001. She is survived by her step-son, William H. Smart, Jr. and wife, Beverly of Garland, TX; sisters, Alva Jo Grant of Peoria, AZ and Verna Lee Glover and husband, Howard of San Antonio, TX; grandsons, Scott Smart and Craig Smart; nieces, Katherine Francis, Janelle Hunt, Margaret Vickers and Barbara Kay Jackson and nephews, David Blundell and Larren Glover. JoVita was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Smart and grandson, Keith Smart. She was a resident at the Meadows where she had served on the board of directors. JoVita was a member of the Montgomery Church of Christ. Jo Vita will be remembered as a unique person who knew how to put kindness into words and caring into action. She was not a copy of anyone else on earth. She was an original who shared with us her many special gifts. She created beauty with the stroke of a paintbrush and her many other artistic talents. She was an inspiration to all. She loved life, and lived it to the fullest even though she was physically challenged. She leaves us with a treasure of happy memories. Services will be held on Friday, June 22, 2001, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd N.E. with Charles Lindsey, officiating. Interment will be in Barstow, California. Friends may visit on Thursday, June 21, 2001 from 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120.
Gloria Marie Waguespack, a resident of Albuquerque for 32 years, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2001. She is survived by her three sons, Joseph Jarreau of Albuquerque, Robert Jarreau of Orlando, FL, and David Halbritter of Albuquerque. Her three sisters, Ann, Mary and Shirley all of Baton Rouge, LA; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews. She was born in Baton Rouge, LA on January 26, 1931 and lived in CA and TX before settling in NM. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, June 21, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. at the Azusa Christian Faith Assembly of God Church, 201 Valencia Dr NE, Albuquerque. Interment will be in Baton Rouge, LA.
ERNEST F. BYERS SR., of Albuquerque and formerly of Santa Fe, died Friday. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 49 and an Elder at the Trinity Lutheran Church. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Irene Byers of Albuquerque; daughters Rosalie Carver and husband Robert of Peralta, and Lilly Reynolds and husband Wayne of Bosque Farms; sons Ernie Byers, Daniel Byers and wife Cathy, and Steve Byers, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren Ambir and Ryan Barney, Marlene Reynolds and Christopher Segura, Scooter and Cody Reynolds, Ernie and Jennifer Byers, Sonja and Kimberley Byers, and Steven and Thomas Byers; great-grandchildren Clinton and Katie Reynolds, and Ashley Luna; sisters Geneva Martinez and husband Jim of Santa Fe, and Lena Mae Meagher of Albuquerque; brothers Jack Byers and wife Celine of Santa Fe, Joe Byers and wife Lyda of Albuquerque, and Billy Byers and wife Josie of Albuquerque; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was cremated. A Memorial Service was held on Monday at Trinity Campus in Albuquerque. Burial followed at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, Albuquerque.
JULIA ENCINIAS, 50, of Las Vegas, N.M., and formerly of San Geronimo, died Tuesday. She was born May 15, 1951, to Virginio and Lupe Coca in Las Vegas. She married Joe Encinias on July 31, 1971, in Las Vegas. She was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a daughter, Lupita Encinias. She is survived by her husband, Joe A. Encinias of Las Vegas; daughters Eufelia Encinias and boyfriend Ted Gonzales, and Leonor Encinias and boyfriend Lucas Martinez, all of Las Vegas; grandchildren Dione Encinias, and Dimitri Encinias-Gonzales; sisters Isabel Benavidez, Geneva Benavidez and Liz Velasquez, all of Las Vegas; mother-in-law Leonor Encinias of Las Vegas; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Mary Baca and fiance Jerry Crespin, Yolanda Martinez and husband Tony, all of Albuquerque, Debbie Encinias and fiance Navor Roybal of Las Vegas, Dan Encinias and wife Gloria of Bernal, Roger Encinias and wife Dorie, and David Encinias and wife Ernestine, all of Santa Rosa, and Richard Encinias and girlfriend Patricia of Mora; an aunt, Gloria Benavidez and husband Benny of Las Vegas; and numerous other relatives and friends. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Las Vegas. Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Friday at the church. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Rogers Mortuary, Las Vegas.
GWENETH C. PRINGLE, 82, of Espaņola died Tuesday. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adolphus W. Pringle. She is survived by her sons, Bill Pringle of Phoenix, and Joe Pringle of Santa Cruz; a granddaughter, Paula Reya and husband Antonio of Maryland; a great-granddaughter, Alexandria Reya of Maryland; and close family friend Olga Velaso of Houston. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Santa Cruz United Methodist Church. Block-Salazar Mortuary, Espaņola.
Louis Herman Arky, 78, died at the VA Hospital on Wednesday, June 19, 2002 after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his children, John, Nicholas, Steven, and Lauren; and cousins, Ann Zar-Taub and Allan Zar, with whom he grew up. Lou served in the Air Force during WWII and was stationed in the South Pacific. He earned a Ph.D. in History, Economics and English from the University of Pennsylvania and pursued a business career in insurance, securities, real estate and commodities brokerage. He enjoyed the outdoors, landscape photography, bicycling, and the study of political and historical issues, and was known for his intelligence, flamboyance, and sense of humor. Lou was an outspoken proponent of courage and toughness, which was amply demonstrated in his struggles of the last few years. He will be greatly missed by friends and associates in the U.S. and around the world. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2002 at Chabad of New Mexico, 4000 San Pedro Dr, NE, Albuquerque, NM.
Jessica Judith Alagi Brue Arthur, 22, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, was called to heaven after an eight-year-long battle with kidney failure. Her presence will be missed but her strength will live on in all of us. She is survived by her parents, David Arthur and wife, Linda of Angel Fire, NM and Jeanette Arthur and Shane Fischer of Picayune, MS; brother, Brandon, Arthur; sister Erica Arthur; God-sister, Giovanna Giacomo; grandparents, Leo and Eleanor Brue and Austin and Jackie Arthur, all of Albuquerque; great-grandmother, Eva Brue of Albuquerque; Leo J. Brue Jr.; uncles, Richard Stone and wife, Ava, James Arthur and wife, Rhonda, all of Albuquerque; aunts, Liz Gabaldon and husband, Lenny, Kathy Kellner, Leslie Benner of Las Vegas, NV, Tracy Anagonastilis and husband, Scott of Angel Fire, NM, and Lillian Brue; uncle, Gregory Brue and wife, Kelly and Russell Brue, all of Albuquerque; companion, Nick Cano; best friends, Gary Salter, Kami Veretto; and many, many cousins, other relatives, and friends for whom her life touched.
Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Saturday, June 22, 2002, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Mexico Donor Services, 2715 Broadbent Pkwy NE, 87107. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N
Rosalie H. Cano, age 82, of Albuquerque died peacefully at home June 19, 2002. She is survived by husband, Frank Cano; daughters, Dottie Sinkey and husband, Bud, Josie Cordero and husband, Joe, Rosalie Cordero and husband, Manuel, Betty Klauss and husband, Bob, Catherine Caldwell and husband, Roger, Lori Montoya, Terri Chavez; sons, Orie Zamora and wife, Elaine, Ralph Chavez and wife, Susan, Ernest Chavez and wife, Carmen, Harry Joe Chavez; six stepchildren; sister, Annie Trujillo; 28 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; nine great-great grandchildren. Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 20, 2002 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with Pastor Gary Coe officiating. Pallbearers will be Clarence Davis, Manuel Cordero, Bud Sinkey, Joe Cordero, Pat Cano and Bob Klauss. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE is handling the arrangements.
To our loving father, John 'Jack' J. Cormack, who passed away on June 18, 2002, at the age of 75. Jack was born on Long Island, NY in 1927. He served in the U.S. Army during WW II. It was in the Army that Jack took up boxing. Upon his discharge, Jack entered the NY State Golden Gloves and won the featherweight championships in 1948 and '49. He turned professional and competed as a featherweight contender until a career shortening hand injury. Jack went on to work in the steel construction industry in NY, and pursued his talent and interest in art. He was a gifted portrait artist and he continued his art until his recent illness. Jack will be remembered for his contagious sense of humor and quick wit. He moved to New Mexico in 1979. He is survived by his son, Wayne; his daughters, Eileen, Trisha and Lori; his grandchildren, Mike, Shannon, Leah, Scott, Mark and Michael; his wives, Kathleen, Carolyn, and Mary; his brothers, Robert and William. His sisters, Estelle and Violet, preceded him in death. Services will be held at St. Chad Episcopal Church on Friday, June 21, 2002 at 5:30 p.m. "We love you Dad, keep punchin' we'll miss ya." Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
Roy Geigley, 84, a former resident of Pennsylvania and current resident of Los Lunas, NM passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 19, 2002 while surrounded by his family. He was an ordained Minister in 1936 at the young age of 19 and a Bishop since 1960. Preceding him in death is his son, Melvin Geigley in 1986; his grandson, Nelson Geigley in 1984; one granddaughter, Jeannette Miller in 1966; and one sister, Irene Weaver in 1983. Roy leaves behind his beloved wife of 64 years, Gladys Martin; his eight loving children, Ray and his wife, Dorothy of Chambersburg, PA, Donald and his wife, Esther Mae of Millersburg, PA, Anna Lois Miller and her husband, J. Glenn of Los Lunas, Esther Mae Kauffman and her husband, Harley of Cove, OR, Glen and his wife, Mary Ellen of Centreville, Michigan, Arlin and his wife, Rebecca of Montrose, CO, Alvin and his wife, Carolyn of Kalona, IA, Leon and his wife, Barbara of Shipshewana, IN; and one daughter-in-law, Arlene Geigley of Phoenix, AZ; 38 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Ruth Ogburn of New Oxford, PA. He is also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 21, 2002, at 7:30 p.m. in the Belen Mennonite Church, 862 Rio Communities Blvd. A visitation will be held Sunday evening, June 23, 2002, with a Funeral Service and interment on Monday, June 24, 2002 in Montrose, Colorado. Please call Romero Funeral Home for service times and locations (505) 864-8501. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM.
Constantine Chris Gober also known as Dene C. Gober Born April 1, 1922, in Kansas City, Missouri. WWII Veteran of the 8th Air Force, 613th Bombardment Squadron, 401st Bomb Group and 383rd Fighter Squadron, 364th Fighter Group, Life Member Distinguished Flying Cross Society, Eligible to wear the Bronze Star on Theatre Service Ribbon for Battle Participation Award for Campaign "Western Europe" dated 6 August 1944. Only American to make the All-American Trap and All-American Skeet team in the same year. Winner of several Safari Club International gold, silver & bronze big game trophy awards 1982-1998 from 13 African safaris and 2 Australian safaris. Life member ATA, NSSA and NSCA, charter member NRA Golden Eagles, member Western States Zone 7
Hall of Fame, Twice Zone 7 NSSA All-Stars, NSCA All-State Team New Mexico in 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999. Services will be held Friday, June 21, 2002 at 1:00 pm at St. George Greek Orthodox Church 308 High St. SE with Fr. Mario Officiant. Interment will follow in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the National Rifle Association, 11250 Waples Mill Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE is handling the arrangements.
Marjorie Herbeck, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1967, died Wednesday, June 12, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Gerald Herbeck whom she married in 1953; and her son, Bob Herbeck of Long Beach, California. Marjorie sold real estate for a few years, but her primary job and love was that of being a wife and mother. She loved to play bridge and was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Cremation has taken place and a memorial mass will be at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, June 22, 2002, at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Albuquerque Stroke Club. Arrangements by French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel.
Gladys E. Johnson, 79, a resident of Albuquerque died, Tuesday, June 18, 2002. She is survived by her daughters, Susan M. Goens and husband, Jerry of Albuquerque, Martha K. Muller and husband, Ron of Wildorado, TX and Becky F. Johnson and Lee Padilla of Sapello, NM; son, Allen M. Johnson of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Brenda and Marcus Boyd, Clint Goens, Jim and Kimberly Muller, Ben and Misti Muller, Seth and Shannon Muller, Isaac Muller, Melody, Marcus and Nicole Johnson; six great-grandchildren; brother, Everett Learmont; and sister-in-law, Maxine Mulgannon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald C. Johnson; daughter, Karen Lotspeich; and son, Donald Johnson, Jr. She was a piano teacher, often playing in Nursing Homes, concert pianist and soloist. Gladys played for numerous churches including L.L.L. and SS Classes, as well as radio. Mrs. Johnson was a longtime member of Hoffmantown in Albuquerque, and more recently a member of Palo Duro Baptist in Wildorado, TX. Services will be held, Friday, June 21, 2002, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary-Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Dr. Ron Muller and Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Goens, Clint Goens, Ben Muller, Jim Muller, Lee Padilla and Marcus Boyd. Honorary Pallbearers are Everett Learmont, Rob Nezzer, Jay Delfin and Marcus Johnson. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110, Disabled American Veteran's of NM, PO Box 3907, #D, 87190 or Alzheimer's Association, 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Suite 102, 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Alexander "Alika" Robertson Judd Jr., 37, of Albuquerque since October 11, 1999, passed away peacefully and beautifully June 13, 2002 at 7:15 a.m. at St. Joseph Medical Center of an aneurysm condition, 48 hours after King Kamehameha I Day an official Hawaiian holiday. A native Hawaiian (1964-2002), born deaf in Colorado Springs, he grew up in Hawaii, and lived most of his adult life in "Mainland U.S.A." He is survived by his father, Alexander "Sandy" R. Judd, Sr. of Mountain View, Hawaii; his mother, Lethahia K. Jones of Eleele, Hawaii; brothers, Casey, Fred, Marvin, Randy, and Rocky; sisters, Bobbi Jo and Loretta; numerous uncles and aunts; maternal grandmother, Lena Mendonco; his dog, Sinbad; and his companion and former partner, D. Richard "Likeke" Ricky Carlson. He was a student at TVI majoring in Culinary Arts, an active supporter of youth and helped those in need. He will be forever missed. A Memorial Service and celebration of the life of Alexander Judd Jr., will be held Saturday, June 22, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Metropolitan Community Church at 341 Dallas NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, 268-0599. The final resting place with a Funeral Service and Burial will be with his beloved sister, Laura Lee who preceded him at Island of Oahu in state of Hawaii. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any adoption and foster care children organizations or by calling the State of New Mexico "Foster a Future" line at (800) 432-2075, or in your own home state to support children who are in need of homes. Those who cannot come, may send flowers. Mainland U.S. arrangements by Sunrise Society of NM 891-8200, under the direction of D. Richard Carlson and Reverend Pat Laglois officiating. New Mexico, "Land of Enhancement," was his final joyful place that he loved so much.
William H. Lohman, age 86, and a resident of Albuquerque since 1982 formerly of Chicago, IL died June 19, 2002. Survivors include his wife, Doris E. Lohmann; son, Alan Lohmann and wife, Mikki; grandchildren, Aaron, Amy, Jolie and Lanna; one great-grandchild. William was a member of the Los Altos Christian Church. Services will be held 10:00 am, Saturday, June 22, 2002 in the Chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE with Rev. Christopher Wilson officiating. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Sunset Memorial Park. If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association New Mexico Chapter 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors is handling the arrangements.
