PABLITA 'POLA' VALERIO, 85, of Talpa, died Monday at home with her family. She was born in Taos Jan. 17, 1917. She was a member of the San Francisco Church in Ranchos de Taos. She was preceded in death by her sister, Juanita Valerio; parents, Alfonso and Rumaldita Valerio; brothers, Max and Joe Valerio; and a niece, Florence Valerio. She is survived by her sisters, Elva Garcia and husband Nefi, and Magdalena Martinez and husband Pablo; brother, Eduardo Valerio and sister-in-law, Margaret Valerio; and many other relatives and friends. Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today at the San Francisco de Asisi Church in Ranchos de Taos. Burial will follow at the San Francisco Cemetery in Talpa. Sisneros LaFollette Family Funeral Service.
Eleanor Archuleta passed on to the loving arms of the Lord on Thursday, May 8, 2003. She was born on April 11, 1906 near Las Vegas, New Mexico and moved to Albuquerque in the late 1950's. She never married and although she had no children of her own, she devoted her life to caring and loving all of her nieces and nephews. Her gifts were many. She worked during World War II as a welder at the shipyards in California. Her work was considered to be among the best. She worked many years as a nursing assistant at the then Bernalillo County Medical Center. When she retired she continued to care and board many elderly and ill patients in her home. She loved and raised Schnauzers until she could no longer keep them. On her 94th birthday, she invited all of her nieces and nephews over to her apartment where she prepared and served the most elegant dinner. She taught us all so very much. Her legacy was her unconditional love, her simple and humble life reminding us that nothing belongs to her, it all belongs to God. Until the end, she had such a wonderful wit and a special heart. She is survived by her sister, Agnes Archuleta; nieces, Connie Jessen and husband, Larry, Loretta Bates and husband, Jim, Lorraine Cano, Christine Peterson and Julia Gallegos of Las Vegas, NM; nephew, Phil Archuleta and wife, Viola of San Diego. She is also survived by many great-nieces and nephews who considered her to be the GREATEST Aunt. A Rosary will be recited at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church on Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. A Mass will be held on Friday, May 16, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. The family would like to thank all of her caregivers at Laurel View HealthCare and Presbyterian Hospice.
Aspen Funeral Alternatives
1935 Juan Tabo NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Patricio Barela, Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2003 at St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
Harold Walter Bruce, died Sunday, May 11, 2003. He was born June 4, 1920 in Sherman, Texas. Harold graduated from Oklahoma University in 1946 and came to New Mexico to work for N.M. Services for the Blind as Home Teacher. He received his M.S. degree in 1957 in Vocational Rehabilitation from Columbia University in New York. He worked as a Rehab Counselor and later was Chief of Services for the Blind for the State of New Mexico. Lastly, he was Chief of Services for the Blind in Albuquerque. He was a member of the Governor's Committee, Concern for Handicap and a member of the Toastmaster's Club. He is survived by his wife, Gracia; two brothers, Ray and Jackie Bruce; sister-in-law, Ann and husband, Howard Fegan; nephew, Dean Wooden and wife, Ann; nieces, Stephanie Parvin, Joanne Wimsatt and husband, Paul, Wendy Erautt and husband, Tom; and other nieces. Cremation has taken place and private memorial services will be held at a later date.
Hillcrest Funeral Home
225 San Mateo NE
265-5959
Anita C. "Sparky" Carlson, longtime Albuquerque resident, passed away Wednesday morning, May 14, 2003. She died peacefully, surrounded by her family. Sparky Carlson was born on May 1, 1921, in Boston, Mass. She and her beloved husband, Jake came to Albuquerque in the spring of 1953 after a long trek across the US. They set out from Boston in order to find a place where Anita could live free of the asthma that had afflicted her since age 19. As they entered Tijeras Canyon, Anita asked Jake to stop the car. She had finally found a place where she could breathe freely. In the Land of Enchantment, they found what Anita called her "promised land." For the 50 years she lived in New Mexico she never suffered another asthma attack. Anita was a devout Irish Catholic who reared ten children. She was happiest at home and felt fulfilled in taking care of her large brood. She was an active member of Queen of Heaven Parish, Queen of Heaven Altar Rosary Society, and a member of the Holy Cross of Jerusalem. She volunteered for charities such as Birthright. She was an ardent supporter of the poor, the homeless and Catholic missions abroad. Anita had been trained as a medical secretary, and she worked at the New England Deaconess Hospital in Boston, MA. During World War II she worked for Pennsylvania Railroad. After raising her children, Anita returned to secretarial work within the Albuquerque Public Schools. She worked as a secretary at La Luz, Lowell, and Mission Avenue primary schools, and also for Rent-A-Granny. After 50 years of a marriage filled with love and humor, Anita lost Jake in 1994. Her ten children; 16 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren are overjoyed to know that this terrific couple has been reunited. Anita Carlson is survived by her brother, Alcuin F. Coyle, ofm, of New York City; and her children, Janet Gaumer of Alb; Susan and Fred Weller of Ocean Springs, MS., Betsy Carlson of Albuquerque, David and Barbara Carlson of Santa Rosa, CA, Kathy and Ray Atencio of Albuquerque, Linda and Paul Wildman of Santa Rosa CA, Christina and William Patin of Reno NV, Angela Carlson of Los Angeles, Claudia and Larry Hoffman of Juneau AK, Monica Carlson of Albuquerque; niece, Donna Pierce and husband, Gerry; grandchildren, Melinda Cardenas and husband, Miguel, Christopher Gaumer and wife, Stephanie, Justin Weller, Rachel and Colleen Weller, Nicole Cosper and husband, Terry, Theresa Zortman and husband, William, Veronica Navigato, Matthew, Daniel, and Peter Carlson, Andrea and Angela Atencio, Kara, Corey and Brendan Patin; great-grandchildren, Zackary Cardenas, Grace and Hope Gaumer, Loren, Jake and Ryan Cosper, and Gabriela Atencio Barela. Rosary will be held Friday evening, 7:00 p.m. at Queen of Angels Chapel, 1100 Indian School Rd, N.W. Mass will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2003, 10:00 a.m. Alcuin Coyle ofm, Anita's brother, will celebrate a Mass of Resurrection at Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 12500 Carmel Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122.
Pam K. Carnell, 44, born on August 31, 1958, in Mountain Home, Idaho. She went to be with Our Heavenly Father and her Mother on Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at 1:07 a.m. Pam was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, who loved the weather here and lived to ride her Harley Davidson. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and loyal and giving friend, who will be greatly missed. She is survived by her husband, Rob Carnell; daughter, Sakira Chavez; father, Robert D. Kennedy Sr.; brothers, Robert D. Kennedy, Jr., Bruce Kennedy and Brian Kennedy; granddaughter, Victoria Jones and a multitude of very close, loving friends. Pam enjoyed spending her time gardening and traveling, but her greatest passion was life and the people she surrounded herself with. Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 3:30 p.m. at French Mortuary - Westside Chapel. A wake will be held at the Carnell home following the service.
French Mortuary
9300 Golf Course Rd. NW
897-0300
James E. Chafey, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, May 13, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Levena Chafey of Albuquerque; son, Steven Chafey and wife, Marjorie of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Thomas Pounds of Denver, Brandon Chafey and Travis Chafey, both of Albuquerque; sisters, Zella Masters of Grove, OK and Ann Lawson of Broken Arrow, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Alma Martin. Mr. Chafey retired after 23 years as a chief master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force including a tour in Vietnam. He then worked for Rust Equipment retiring in 1989. James loved to travel with his wife. He loved his family and first and foremost, he was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather. Services will be held Monday, May 19, 2003, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Sunday, May 18, 2003, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Vietnam Veteran Memorial.
French Mortuary
10500 Lomas Blvd. NE
275-3500
Lloyd V. Crews, 82, resident of Albuquerque since 1942, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, died Tuesday, May 13, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Margaret Schmitt Crews; son, Lloyd Michael Crews of Farmington; daughter, Vicki Zinn of Albuquerque; grandsons, Steven, Nicholas, Michael Jason; granddaughters, Shiela and Michele; six great- grandchildren; and numerous loving relatives and friends. Mr. Crews was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Pearl Crews; three brothers; and three sisters. A longtime member of the First United Methodist Church of Albuquerque, 30-year employee of Mountain Bell Telephone of Albuquerque, he retired in June of 1982. Lloyd was a World War II Army Veteran, European Theatre, Pattons 3rd Army, 26th Infantry of the Famed Yankee Division at the Battle of the Bulge and served through VE Day to the occupation until January 1946. He was a recipient of The Bronze Star, for bravery above and beyond the call of duty. Lloyd stood 518 he was a large fan of country music. Lloyd was a volkswagon enthusiast. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel with Pastor Roedell Schmitt officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to service.
French Mortuary
1111 University Blvd. NE
843-6333
Jean Audrey Lucille Miller Faifer, 71, passed away on May 12, 2003. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Services are in the care of:
Garcia Mortuary
717 Stover Ave. S.W.
243-5222
Albertina Marie-Louise Foxwell, 90, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 28 years, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2003. Albertina was born March 1, 1913 the daughter of William and Claudina Maria Harris in Port of Spain, Trinidad, British West Indies. She had been a Controller/Payroll Account Manager with the Kenway Metal Corporation from 1958 to 1970 and then with the United Rivet and Screw Corporation from 1971 to 1975 in New York. It was after she retired she came to New Mexico. Albertina was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. The Rosary will be recited at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 16, 2003 with the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho with Msgr. Douglas Raun as the Celebrant. Entombment will follow in the Garden Mausoleum in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by:
Vista Verde Mortuary
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
892-9920
Emilia Eleanora Fullilove, age 80, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on May 11, 2003. Emelia was raised in Mora, NM, moving to Santa Fe in her 20's for job opportunities and relocating to Albuquerque for the later part of her life. Survivors include her husband, John Fullilove, Jr. of Mooresville, NC; daughters, Stella M. Conklin and husband, Michael of Moriarty, NM, Anne M. Fullilove of Los Lunas, NM, Clare E. Santistevan and husband, Dale of Albuquerque; son, John P. Fullilove III and wife, Sandy of Albuquerque; sister, Maria F. "Betty" Fuentes of Albuquerque; brothers, Narciso A. Fuentes of Albuquerque, Raymond F. Fuentes of Albuquerque; ten grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Fr. Eligius Fuentes, O.F.M. and Rumaldo J. Fuentes. Emilia deeply loved her family and was a Christian and nurturing lady. She was a very strong in the Catholic faith; her selflessness was always evident to anyone who met her. She was an amazing mother and will be deeply missed by her family. Viewing and Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 14, 2003 with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 9:30 a.m., Thursday, May 15, 2003 at St. Charles Borromeo 1818 Coal Pl. SE with Fr. Bob Chabot S.S.S., Celebrant. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers will be Dale Santistevan, John P. Fullilove III, Michael Conklin, Jerry Moya, Sean Moya and Ramon Verzosa. Arrangements under the direction of:
Strong-Thorne Mortuary
1100 Coal Ave. SE
842-8800
Ollie A. Harvey of Los Alamos and previously of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, died Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at Sombrillo Nursing Home in Los Alamos at the age of 97. She was born February 17, 1906 in Vernon, TX. She was the last of 14 children born to William and Margaret Wendland. She homesteaded with her family in Roy, NM in 1907. She is survived by her nephews, Hank Wendland and wife, Marjorie of Albuquerque, Jim Cabbell and wife, Jo Helen of Los Alamos; nieces, Jacque Siegel of Albuquerque and Jan White and husband, Roy of Los Alamos and great-nephews, Jim Cabbell, Jr. of Wellington, TX, Jeff White and wife, Jill, and Ed White and wife, Jill, all of Dillon, CO.; great-niece, Jobie Ogburn and husband, Greg, of Los Alamos. She is also survived by numerous other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ross Harvey; her parents; and 13 brothers and sisters. Mrs. Harvey was county treasurer of Harding County in the late 1930's. During WW II, she worked in an airplane factory in California as a "Rosie the Riveter" and was proud of it. While working as a Fire Ranger in Bandelier National Monument, she met Ross Harvey. They married in 1948. Mrs. Harvey always had a big garden and shared her harvest with all. She was a very confident lady and even did her crossword puzzles in ink. She was a fascinating woman and will be so missed by her family and friends. Services will be held Friday, May 16, 2003, 10:00 a.m. at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with J.B. Harrington officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel one hour prior to services. If desired, contributions may be made to the Portales Christian Childrens Home, HC 69, Box 48, Portales, NM, 88130.
French Mortuary
7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE
823-9400
Will Jones, 85, died Thursday, May 8, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Jenell Jones;
daughters, Gloria Spillman and husband, Alton of California, and Valorie Jones of Albuquerque; son, Bobby D. Jones of Albuquerque; daughter, Wanda Williams of Albuquerque; sons, Michael Cloud, David Cloud, and Kenny Jones, all of Albuquerque; 16 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Jones was a World War II veteran in the US Army, and a member of American Legion Post # 5. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Friday, 8:30 a.m. to service time.
French Mortuary
1111 University Blvd. NE
843-6333
Donald MacGlashan MacWillie, Col. U.S. Army, retired, age 94, a longtime resident of Albuquerque died May 12, 2003. Survivors include daughters, Nanci M. George of Albuquerque, Virginia M. Brandolino of Los Angeles, CA; sons, Col. Stephen S. MacWillie of Enterprise, AL, Col. Donald M. MacWillie, Jr. of Kileen, TX; seven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia (Saxton) MacWillie. Col. MacWillie belonged to the Squadron A. Calvary, the New Mexico Hunter Jumpers Assoc, St. Andrews Society, the National Genealogy Society and the New Mexico Dressage Society. Memorial Services will be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, May 19, 2003 in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary with Rev. Linda Dyer officiating. Interment will be held 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in honor of Col. MacWillie to the Squadron A. Foundation, 3 West. 51st St., New York, NY 10019-6909. Arrangements under the direction of:
Strong-Thorne Mortuary
1100 Coal Ave. SE
842-8800
Mrs. Mary S. Marez, will be held on Friday at St. Anne Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m.
Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 p.m.
A Rosary for Mrs. Marez will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. at St. Anne Church.
Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
