Floyd Joseph Seeley, 75, born July 5, 1925, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, to Elizabeth Finnegan and Floyd E. Seeley, died on Monday, June 11, 2001. He graduated from Meyers High School, Wilkes-Barre, PA, in 1943 and married Isabella Perry in 1946. Floyd is survived by his wife, Isabella, sons, Steve Seeley and wife, Carolyn of Atlanta, GA, Mike Seeley and wife, Louise of Calistoga, CA and Chuck Seeley and wife, Colleen of Corrales, NM; grandchildren, Ryan and Erin Seeley of Atlanta, GA, Amber Seeley, Dallas, TX, Mike Seeley, Fort Worth, TX, Drew Seeley, Georgetown, TX, Ben Dion of Calistoga, CA, Martin and Matthew Seeley of Corrales, NM. Floyd entered the U.S. Army in September of 1943 and served with the 90th Infantry Division in Europe. He received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart while serving in France, and was recently awarded the Croix de Guerre by France, presented by Rep. Heather Wilson. His military service included action in World War II and the Korean War, and spanned the period 1943 to 1964. He served as a civilian with the US Army Counter Intelligence Corps from 1964 to 1972, and with the Federal Aviation Administration from 1972 to 1993. He retired in 1993 with over 49 years of Federal Service. Floyd was a member of the NE Albuquerque Church of Christ. He also was a member of the following organizations: Temple Lodge 6, AF & AM, Albuquerque, NM, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Santa Fe, NM; Ballut Abyad Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. of Albuquerque, NM and the American Legion. Services will be held on Friday, June 15, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd N.E. with Mr. John Phillis officiating. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit Thursday, June 14, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to NE Albuquerque Church of Christ Building Fund, 7102 Whitewood Ct. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109.
Elnora Kinser Sprague, born December 15, 1913 in Nixa, MO and died June 13, 2001 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the age of 87. She attended Nixa Schools graduating as valedictorian in 1931. She received her Bachelors Degree from SMSU. "Miss Elnora" as she was known to her many students, taught school for 40 years, 37 in the Nixa School System. She was the daughter of Roy and Bird Rice and was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Max Kinser and Guy Sprague; her brother, Eugene Rice and his wife, Lucille; one nephew, Richard Holmes. She is survived by her daughter and husband, Kathie Kay and Gary Williams; and her beloved grandson, Jason Williams, of Albuquerque. She is also survived by two sisters and their husbands, Lavenia and Dr. Victor Wood of Nixa and Mary and A.K. Holmes of Branson; surviving nieces and nephews, Donna, Kimber and Kelly Scott, Steve, Linda and Jeff Wood, Philip, Mary, Michael and Kristy Wood, Dwight and Linda Sprague, Charles Kinser; in-laws, Alvanee Sprague and Rex and Virginia Kinser. She will be fondly remembered in Nixa by her teaching associates and students for her years of leadership and devotion to her profession. She will be remembered in Branson as a faithful worker for the American Cancer Society, Motel Owner, Tri-Lakes Community Theater and AAUW. Cremation and interment will be in Albuquerque at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, June 16, 2001, at 11:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Chapel, Paseo del Norte and Wyoming where she will be lovingly remembered as "Grandma" by one and all. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a Nixa High School Scholarship fund in her name at the Nixa Community Foundation, P.O Box 1821 Nixa, MO 65714. The arrangements for Elnora Kinser Sprague are under the direction of the Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. S.E.
Evelyn H. Tallmadge, 82, a resident of Rio Rancho for over 25 years, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2001. Evelyn was born June 17, 1918 the daughter of William G. and Esther M. Warren Hamilton in Newburgh, New York. She had worked for the E. I. Du Pont Co. and the Stauffer Chemical Co. in Newburgh, New York before retiring and coming to New Mexico. Evelyn was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Turquoise Chapter #71 of Rio Rancho, Albuquerque White Shrine #1, Past Guardian of Bethel #12, Rio Rancho, Daughters of the Nile, Yucca Temple #74, Poco Quatris Model "A" Ford Club, Veterans Motor Car Club of America and the Ladies Elks Club 2500 of Rio Rancho. She was an avid bowler and she also participated in many league teams. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore in December of 2000, her parents, and two brothers; she is survived by her daughter, Norma A. Hunter and husband, Peter of Pasadena, TX; two grandsons, Dr. Christopher Hunter and wife, Christine of San Antonio, TX and Brian Hunter of Tampa, FL; also several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held for Evelyn on Friday, June 15, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with Rev. Bob Guido officiating. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the American Heart Association, NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM 87199-0790 or to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by Sunrise Society and Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
Donald C. Turpen passed on suddenly on May 29, 2001 while recovering from recent surgery. Mr. Turpen practiced law in Albuquerque for many years prior to moving to Silver City not long ago. He also practiced law in Saudi Arabia, Greece, Mexico, Venezuela, and Chile earlier in his career. He was a Veteran of the Air Force, a Sigma Chi, and held a Bachelor's Degree in Geology from the University of Kentucky, Masters in History from UNM, and Jurist Doctor from George Washington University, Washington, D.C. He worked for Senator Clinton P. Anderson while attending law school. Mr. Turpen was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Noah C. Turpen, longtime APS administrator; and his mother, Elizabeth Turpen, a retired music teacher. Mr. Turpen was buried in the Ft. Bayard Military Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. His loving wife, Bonnie and the rest of the family will truly miss him.
Concha Velarde, 91, born in San Marcial, NM, resided in Albuquerque most of her life, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2001. She is survived by her sons, Gene Velarde and wife, Helen and Ray Velarde and wife, Carmen, both of Albuquerque; grandsons, Ron Velarde of Longmont, CO, Randy Velarde and wife, Vicki of Houston, TX, Bob Velarde and wife, Debbie, Mike Velarde and wife, Kim and Jerry Velarde, all of Albuquerque; 15 great-grandchildren; and sister, Vivian Trujillo of Fullerton, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Florian Velarde. Concha loved to embroider and memories of her will linger in her beautiful handiwork. She was loved by her family and friends; and continuously gave her unconditional love. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Therese Little Flower Church, 3400 4th NW, with Father John Plans, S.F., Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Ron Velarde, Bob Velarde, Mike Velarde, Jerry Velarde, Randy Velarde, Chase Velarde and Robert Leyba. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Elmer White, was born in Weirton, WV on August 29, 1923. He went to Heaven on June 10, 2001. He graduated from Folansbee High School to join the Army. Elmer was a Decorated War Veteran, serving in the 5th Army in North Africa and the invasion of Italy. He survived the beach head at Anzio, but succumbed to metastatic colon cancer. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Nancy and his three children; his sons, Bill, Dave and Jim with his wife, Barbara; two grandchildren, Jaaron and Jada; three great-grandchildren, Sage, Shilo and Seth. He also leaves behind countless devoted friends. Elmer and Nancy moved to Albuquerque in 1947. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa in Civil Engineering from the University of New Mexico and retired from Sandia Laboratories in 1985, after 33 years of employment. He retired to the Four Hills Country Club. Elmer loved life, his family and friends, cooking, golf and a good game of cards. He will be greatly missed. Mr. White's cremated remains will be laid to rest at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family urges in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the charity of your choice. Thank you for your prayers. Cremation arrangements were by the Sunrise Society of NM 891-8200.
Louise W. Winder, 78, passed away June 1, 2001. She was born Norma Louise Wilson, October 5, 1922 in Harper, Kansas to James Spencer and Bessie Myrna Wilson. In 1947, while serving with the Civil Service, she met and soon married Norman G. Winder. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1963 at which time Louise began a career as an Insurance Agent. She retired from the Insurance business in the early 1980's. Mrs. Winder is preceded in death by her husband, Norman, in 1975. She is survived by her daughters, Kathy Baldonado, Kay L. Reed and her husband, James (Andy); grandchildren, Melissa Jiron and her husband, Michael, Michael Baldonado, William and Rose Neufeld; sister, Luella Ardrey and her husband, Ralph; sister-in-law, Nell Winder of TN; Aunt Ethel Wilson; Uncle Forrest Anderson, both of OR; 12 nieces and nephews; 16 great-nieces and nephews; two great-great-nieces; and numerous cousins. A Memorial Service will be held at the Netherwood Church of Christ, 5101 Indian School Road NE, Albuquerque, NM on Saturday, June 16, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial donations be made, in Mrs. Winders name, to the Netherwood Church of Christ, c/o Thailand Mission Work. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico, 891-8200
Betty J. Ayres of Meadow Lake, NM, passed away June 11, 2002. She was born in Broken Bow, OK, August 7, 1928. She will be greatly missed by her family and loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cledia Wright, Joe Hough, Louis Tartaglia; and brother, Joe Erick. Survivors include her husband, Cecil; sons, Erick and wife, Sharon of Chandler, AZ, Rick and wife, Kathy of Broken Bow, OK and Rock of Meadow Lake, NM; sisters, Luanne Case of Brighton, CO., Helen Davis of Albuquerque; brother, Jim Wright of Mesa, AZ; stepmother, Ruth Hough of Broken Bow, OK; brother, Joe Hough Jr. of Carthage, TX; sisters, Virginia Kemp and Mary Hill of Broken Bow, OK. She is also survived by grandchildren, Justin Ayres, Travis Ayres, Ericka Ghahreman, Troy Ayres, Melissa Shelton; and great-grandson, Coby Shelton; many nieces and nephews; and Vincente Garcia of Meadow Lake, NM, a very good friend of Betty and Cecil for many years. At her request, no Services are to be held. Donations may be made to the Cancer Society or Lovelace Hospice. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, Albuquerque, 343-8008.
Louis Christopher Buenabenta Sr., age 76, a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend was called home to the Lord our Savior, Wednesday, June 12, 2002, while surrounded by his loving family. Louis was a resident of Bernalillo; a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church; a proud Veteran of the United States Navy who served our country during World War II. Louis retired from the Bernalillo School System; he was a Santero, a Historian, Author; and a true Humanitarian. He will always be remembered by his kindness and for his love for live. Louis leaves behind his loving wife of 49 years, Josie Buenabenta of the family home; his wonderful children, Louise Deborah Buenabenta; Jules Buenabenta, Rene Buenabenta, Louis Buenabenta, Jr.; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Manuel Benta; many other relatives and a host of friends. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who knew and loved him. Visitations will be today from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 9:30 a.m., also at the church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Michael Buenabenta, Robert Benta, Gene Chavez, Richard Gurule, Frankie Trujillo, and Avelino Antillon. Military honors will be accorded by the New Mexico Honor Guard. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW, 898-3160.
David Chagoya, 73, went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2002. He was born on March 5, 1929. A Rosary was recited on Friday evening in the Garcia Mortuary Chapel. A Communion Service will be celebrated on Saturday at San Jose Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
Guadalupe De Solis born December 12, 1926, passed away June 13, 2002. A loving mother and grandmother, she is survived by sons, Manuel Solis and wife, Luz Ellna Solis, Salvador Solis and wife, Mary Ann Solis, Joseph Solis and wife, Marly Solis; and daughter, Guadalupe Gonzales; she is also survived by 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; two sisters; and one brother. She will be missed dearly. Services will be held Sunday, June 16, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. 400 3rd St. SW.
Ann A. Draper, 76, died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 12, 2002 after a long illness. She was born in Maine, and moved with her parents to Montana, where she grew up and met her husband, Arnold. They moved to Albuquerque in 1950, and lived here the rest of their lives. Arnold pre-deceased her in 1980. In addition to being a loving mother and grandmother, Ann was always very active in the community, working with the First Congregational Church, Campfire Girls, The Storehouse, The Little School, and other community groups. She will be missed. Ann is survived by her children Susan Kauffman of Houston, TX; Addie Draper of Mountainair; and Lincoln Draper of Albuquerque; and by her grandchildren, Matthew Draper, Maia Draper, and Morgan Kauffman. In lieu of flowers, please send a contribution to The Storehouse, 106 Broadway, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, or to the ALS Association, 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 150, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301. A Memorial Service will be held at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2801 Lomas Blvd., NE, on Saturday, June 22, 2002 at 11:30 a.m.
Daniel Richard Drott, 66, a former Albuquerque and Belen State Farm Agent passed away on June 9, 2002. A wonderful husband, dad, grandpa and friend. His loving wife and best friend of 43 years, Sally Ann Calder Drott; six children; and seven wonderful grandchildren survive Dan. After leaving the Air Force, Dan moved to Albuquerque and started what was to be a long and successful career as an agent for State Farm Insurance. He retired in Houston after 34 years with State Farm. Visitation will be on Sunday, June 16, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE. He will be buried in the National Cemetery in Santa Fe on Monday June 17, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Strong-Thorne Mortuary is handling his arrangements.
Frank C. Hibben, archaeologist, anthropologist, author, outdoor adventurer, big-game hunter and philanthropist, died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 11, 2002 at his Albuquerque home. Born on December 5, 1910 in Lakewood, Ohio, Dr. Hibben was the son of Fredrick Martin Hibben and Lucy West Hibben. Of Scottish decent, Hibben's ancestors first settled in America in the late 1600s and later in the area of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The "Hibben House" (1755) still stands at 111 Hibben Street, the oldest on the Mount Pleasant side of the Charleston peninsula. The Hibben Presbyterian Church of Mount Pleasant holds regular services to this day. Frank Hibben first came to New Mexico in the mid-1930s on an expedition to collect small mammals and birds for the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. A 1933 Princeton University archaeology graduate, Hibben was so fascinated by the Native American cliff dwellings that he decided to attend graduate school at the University of New Mexico and make New Mexico his home. Dr. Hibben received a master's degree in zoology with field studies of the mountain lion from the University of New Mexico in 1936. He continued his education at Harvard, receiving his Ph.D. in archaeology in just one year, and then returned to New Mexico to begin his teaching career at UNM. During World War II, Hibben served as an admiral's aide in Washington, D.C. His duties were to memorize battle plans and carry them--only in his mind--to the commanding officers in the various war theaters. Following the war, Hibben devoted much of his time creating a museum of anthropology at UNM. He persuaded a friend, Gil Maxwell, who had discovered the San Juan oil field in northwestern New Mexico, to donate 50,000 shares of Occidental Petroleum stock, along with a collection of Navajo rugs, to the University. This was the beginning of the University's Maxwell Museum, of which Hibben served as director from 1961 to 1971. Beginning in 1946, Hibben made a number of trips to Africa for archaeological field work. He worked with Louis and Mary Leakey in their excavations in northern Kenya. Hibben was also a world renowned big-game hunter, setting many world records. As chairman of the Albuquerque Zoological Board (1960-1970), director of the Albuquerque Zoo (1977) and chairman of the New Mexico State Game and Fish Commission (1961-1971), Hibben was instrumental in introducing numerous exotic species to the wilds of New Mexico. Granted full-professor status at UNM in 1952, Hibben continued his lifelong love of teaching and, until recently, kept office hours and lectured. At the time of his death, Dr. Hibben held the title of Professor Emeritus. In 1994, the University honored Hibben with the Zimmerman Award, which is given to an alumnus who has "made a significant contribution to the world and has brought fame and honor to the University and state." Hibben was predeceased by his wife, Eleanor "Brownie" Hibben; his son, Patrick Hibben; and his two brothers. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn; his lifelong friend and helper, Nora Chino Wilson of Acoma Pueblo; and his stepchildren. Hibben's writings were first published in 1936. Over the ensuing decades, he authored hundreds of articles and numerous books dealing with the anthropology and archaeology of Europe, Africa, the United States and the American Southwest and on big-game hunting. Some of his books include The Lost Americans (1946), Treasure in the Dust (1951), Prehistoric Man in Europe (1958), Digging Up America (1960), Hunting in Africa (1962), Kiva Art of the Anasazi (1975) and a series of limited editions including the most recent Under the African Sun (1999). His articles appeared in the Saturday Evening Post, Reader's Digest, Field and Stream, Outdoor Life, the Denver Post, Empire and many sporting magazines and professional periodicals. During the last few years of his life, Hibben developed the plans for the Hibben Center at UNM and supplied the funding for the three-story complex nearing completion on the western edge of the campus next to the Maxwell Museum. The Hibben Center will be devoted to archaeological study and graduate research and will house collections Hibben discovered during the excavations of Pottery Mound. The Center will also be the home of the Hibben Trust, which will furnish annual grants to students working in the field of archaeological research. Visitation will be Sunday, June 16, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Avenue SE, Albuquerque. Services for Frank Hibben will be Monday, June 17, 3:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, (one block north of Central and I-25), Albuquerque, with a reception following in Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, should friends wish, memorial gifts can be made to UNM for the Hibben Trust for scholarships, c/o The University of New Mexico Foundation, Inc., 700 Lomas NE, Suite 200, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131.
Josephine M. Karner, 77 passed away June 12, 2002. She is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Stephen Karner, Jr.; son, William of Waukesha, WI; daughter, Christine of Billings, MT; and son, Richard of Albuquerque. Josephine had six beautiful grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be held Sunday June 16, 2002 at 10:00 a.m., St. Joseph's Chapel, 4701 Montgomery Blvd. NE.
"Don" Jose Perez, 97, a resident of Albuquerque since 1977, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2002 after a short illness. He is survived by his son, Ignacio Perez and wife, Loretta of Albuquerque; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many, many friends. Mr. Perez was preceded in death by his wife, Maria. They came from Durango, Mexico in 1977 to be with their only son. Mr. Perez loved gardening and dancing. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Father Robert Chabot, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Bernice Dean Roberts, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, passed from this life on June 1, 2002. Born in Cash, Texas to a farming family on July 5, 1900, she was the second youngest of four daughters and three sons of Charles Reed Dean and Josie Eveline Bateman-Dean. Following the loss of her father when she was ten years old, Bernice and her six siblings worked long hours in the family's cotton fields or in the boarding house opened by her mother to help the family survive. Following graduation from high school in 1919, she attended East Texas Teachers College (now part of the Texas A&M system), Commerce, Texas before joining her favorite sister, Vena, in El Paso, Texas in 1922. It was here, while working at the White House department store and living with Vena that she met her future husband, John Henry Roberts, who lived in the apartment just across the hall. Married October, 5 1923, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Bernice bore her first child, a son, Uhl Dean, December 3, 1924. She bore a second son, John Harlan, July 10, 1936. The Roberts family remained in El Paso until 1937 when a prolonged strike at El Paso Electric Company, forced Mr. Roberts to seek employment with the fledgling Tennessee Valley Authority. During the war years, Bernice worked as a Red Cross volunteer. In 1949, her husband left the TVA to accept a position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers where he remained until failing health dictated his retirement as superintendent of Whitney Dam, Texas in 1964, and claimed his life on March 22, 1971. Bernice shall be remembered as a devoted mother and doting grandmother who enjoyed crocheting, needlepoint, stitchery, and quilting. Both sons and all grandchildren have handmade quilts and crocheted afghans from "Granny R" who always enjoyed working on handmade projects. She is survived by her two loving sons and daughters-in-law, John and Penne of Albuquerque, Dean and Sue of Canby, OR; and by her six grandchildren, Ann Moeller of Sacramento, CA, John and Patti Roberts of Albuquerque, Ron and Linda Roberts of Calgary, Canada, Jon and Pamela Roberts of Austin, TX, Jacqueline and Al Raines of Vancouver, WA, and David and Melissa Thibeau of Lake Oswego, OR; and 13 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service honoring Bernice and the 100th year of her birth will be held in St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Constitution Ave NE, at 10:00 a.m. on July 5, 2002.
DONNA D. ROMERO
APRIL 24, 1957 - MAY 23, 2002
On behalf of Lorenzo, Melisha, Daniel, Karin, Anna & Salo Garcia, and all the rest of Donna's family, we lovingly extend our hearts and our souls to the community of Belen and all of Valencia County for the thoughtful expression of concern and love that you poured into out lives during the most difficult time. We wish to thank each and everyone of you for your donations in Donna's name to St. Mary's School, La Mesa Christian School, all the beautiful flowers, the loving cards, and all the wonderful food that you used to comfort our sorrow. Your generosity has been overwhelming. Thank you Father David Gallegos and Father Bill Sanchez for your compassion and love shown during the Funeral Mass and to Dolores Garcia for the spiritual rosary that she prayed and led us in. Also, thank you to Romero Funeral Home for the compassion and professionalism shown to our family and friends. Each and every one of you lightened our grief immensely. Now, please allow us to lighten your grief on the passing of your dear friend, Donna. "She loved being a part of your lives. She loved being with you, working with you, laughing with you, and crying with you. She laid down to rest, and within a moment, peacefully rose to be with our Lord. "
Cecilia Sais, 89, a longtime resident of Albuquerque died June 12, 2002. She was preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Angelina Sais; sisters, Emma McCoy and Ursula Springer; and brothers, Raymond Sais and Dessie Sais. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service, by Fr. Lambert, will be Saturday, June 15, 2002, 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Dorothy Sanders, 77, loving wife and mother, a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, died Tuesday, June 11, 2002. Born in Oklahoma on July 28, 1924, she was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Bessie Fisher; and husband, B. Gene Sanders. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Grigg and husband, Ed Schultz of Cedar Crest; nieces, Kathy Coffee and husband, Jimmy and their daughter, Karri Babb and Vickie Lewis and her sons, Sean, Dean and Aaron; brother, Joe Sanders; numerous other family members; and friends. Dorothy was a blessing to all who knew her and she will be greatly missed. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Monday, June 17, 2002, at 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Hilario J. "Lalo" Torres a lifelong resident of Bernalillo passed on to his eternal life, Thursday, June 13, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Helen Torres; sons, Joe H. Torres and wife, Orlinda, Jack S. Torres and wife, Anna; daughters, Margie Amiot and husband, Steve, Gina Torres all of Bernalillo, and Liz Kirschner and husband, Joel of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Catarina, Hilario and Aurora Torres, David and Joseph LePre, Mario and Carlos Torres and Richie Kirschner; brother, Richard Torres; sisters, Lala de Baca and husband, John, Pauline Blechner and husband, Al; and numerous relatives and friends. Lalo was a devoted member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. He owned and operated a grocery business for over 50 years. He served as Mayor of Bernalillo for 18 years, State Senator and Board Member of numerous social and political organizations. Lalo was instrumental in many improvements in the town including bringing the First Bank, Medical Clinic, Industrial Park and swimming pool, among many other projects. Lalo served honorably during WWII in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of Rotary Club, Board of Education, Democratic Party Leadership and St. Joseph Hospital Board to name a few. Rosary will be recited Sunday, June 16, 2002, 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Mass will be celebrated Monday, June 17, 2002, 12:00 noon at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ron Abousleman, Gary Abousleman, Hilario Torres, Mario Torres, David LePre, Steve Amiot, Michael Torres and Carlos Pino. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the El Pueblo Health Service, Inc, in Lalo's name, PO Box 5730, Bernalillo, NM, 87004. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
IDA Z. CONRAD PEABODY, 80, of Los Alamos died Wednesday. She was born in Cimarron and moved from Taos to Los Alamos in 1951. She retired from Zia Company in 1982 after 31 years of service. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Henry C. Peabody; nine children, Donna Swanson (Phillip), Kenneth Fellers (Eleanor), Karen Stone, John D. Fellers (Sally), John Peabody (Sue), Lyda Essary (Hershall), Lloyd Peabody (Virginia), Troy Peabody (Marilyn) and Royce Peabody (Nancy); two sisters, Effie Kennon of Friendswood, Texas, and Flora Stribling of Truth or Consequences; 37 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at 9 a.m. Monday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1967 18th St. in Los Alamos. Services will follow at 10 a.m. Commitment services will be held at 1:30 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. McGee Memorial Chapel.
Mr. Leonard G. Aragon, 54, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 13, 2003. Mr. Aragon is the beloved husband of 25 years to Mrs. Gretta Aragon. Mr. Aragon is also survived by one daughter, Priscilla Vigil and husband, Andruw; one son, Brian Aragon; his loving mother, Amalia (Molly) Aragon; four grandchildren, Alexis, Elijah, Andrew and Alisha; uncle, Leo Aragon; one niece, Diane Lafornaro and one nephew, Randy Aragon. Mr. Aragon was preceded in death by his father, Adolfo Aragon. A Rosary will be recited Sunday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel at 2:00 p.m. with visitation after 1:30 p.m. Eileen Montoya will recite the Rosary. Private disposition will follow. Arrangements by:
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