Richard Bonaguidi, 56, died Wednesday, August 1, 2001 after a six year struggle with cancer. He was born March 7, 1945 and resided in Albuquerque's South Valley his entire life. His parents, Ester and Giuseppi Bonaguidi preceded him in death when he was a young boy. After graduating from Rio Grande High School in 1963, Richard began a thirty-seven year career with Rodgers and Company, Incorporated having to take retirement in November 2000. Richard is survived by his wife, Judy; sons, Eric and wife, Simone of Phoenix, Russell and wife, Karen of Rio Rancho, David of Albuquerque; his only daughter, Leslie Davis and husband, Farris of Bosque Farms; grandchildren, Rody, Logan, Connor, Noah, Kalebi, Gabrielle and a baby expected in the spring will miss him as well; brother, Larry Bonaguidi; mother-in-law, Margaret Blumenshine; sister-in-law, MaryJo Tennison; and two nieces; two nephews and their families. Richard Bonaguidi died as he lived, with quiet dignity, a strong work ethic and tremendous perseverance. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon George Sandoval reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9:30 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper Ave. NW, with Father Ramon Rodriguez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Richard's three sons, Eric, Russell and David, three friends, John Sorell, John Ketchum and Jerry Robison. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper Ave. NW, 87102 or to People Living Through Cancer, 323 8th St. SW, 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Final viewing for Mr. Damas F. Calderon will be today from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Funeral Services will be conducted this afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Funeral Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW.
Leota C. Cohee, formerly of Littleton, CO and a resident of Rio Rancho since 1991, died peacefully on Sunday, July 29, 2001 at the age of 98. She was born April 26, 1903, in Chillicothe, OH. Her husband George F. Cohee predeceased her in 1981. Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Rosemary and Robert Perkins, Rio Rancho; granddaughter, Dawn Winans and a special friend, Sue Olds, Englewood, CO; granddaughter, Joy Winans Dow and husband, Ricardo Dow y Anaya; great-granddaughters, Davetta Dow Trujillo and husband, Chris, all of Rio Rancho; Teresa Dow and fiancee, Leonard Trujillo; and Lourdes Dow, of Albuquerque. There are also six great-great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, August 4, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Francis Episcopal Church, PO Box 44820, Rio Rancho, NM 87174-4820. The church is located in Rio Rancho at 19th Ave. and Golf Course Road. Recognizing Leota's love of music, it is suggested that contributions be made to the memorial fund for a new organ for the Church, in lieu of flowers. At a later date her ashes will be interred with her husband's ashes at Ft. Logan National Cemetery, Denver. Arrangements by Sunrise Society, 891-8200.
Clinton Eric Crossland, A Memorial Service for Clinton Eric Crossland, 31, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas will be Saturday, August 4, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. in the LaGrone Funeral Chapel in Ruidoso. Clinton died Sunday, July 29, 2001 in Pine Bluff. He was born February 8, 1970 in Albuquerque. Clinton is survived by his daughters, Colby and Courtney Crossland; his parents, Barbara and Scott Mathias; brother, Heath Crossland; step-brother, Zach Mathias; grandfather, Gene Crossland; grandmother, Louise Dow; and aunt, Patricia Schmidt and family. He was preceded in death by his father, Robbie Crossland; grandmother, Sara Crossland; and grandfather, Everett Dow. Arrangements are under the direction of LaGrone Funeral Chapel of Ruidoso.
Norman Charles Elliott, 78, a resident of Albuquerque for 38 years, died Monday, July 30, 2001. Mr. Elliott was born January 27, 1923 to Beatrice and Frank Elliott. He is survived by his sons, Scot J. Elliott, Steven R. Elliott and wife, Mary; daughter, Pat Jenkins and husband, Fred; daughter-in-law, Helen Elliott; and six grandchildren. Mr. Elliott was married for 49 years to Barbara May (Dozier) Elliott who preceded him death in 1993. He was also preceded in death by a son, Terry L. Elliott in 1988. Mr. Elliott served with the US Army in WWII in the Philippines and Japan. He came home to assume the management of the family grocery business in Breesport, NY, where he participated in many community activities, including the Volunteer Fire Department, coaching Little League Baseball and the Methodist Church. In 1964, Mr. Elliott moved to Albuquerque to serve and care for clients in insurance sales. Memorial Services will be held Friday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the American Heart Association - NM Affiliate, 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE, 87110 or to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Andy Garcia, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend went to be with our Lord on Wednesday morning August 1, 2001. "He will be greatly missed." Andy was born in Socorro, NM on May 6, 1947. His parents were T.J. and Patsy Serna. His biological father was Mathis Garcia. He spent most of his early years in Socorro and St John, Arizona. He was raised and attended schools in Belen, NM. He was a junior weight boxer in the 1960's, he won several fights and became a golden glove boxer. He then met and married the love of his life, his wife, Nila, and he began working for Bates Lumber Mill as a superintendent for 28 years. He enjoyed working for Mr. Bates until the mill shut down. He then worked for Snavely Forest Producers as a supervisor where he retired after five years because of a serious injury on the job back in 1997. He was a member of the Camino San Martin Catholic Parish, MADD, a volunteer and PTA member for Pajarito Elementary where his granddaughter planned to attended. He was always an involved parent, grandparent, and friend. He is preceded in death by his son, Patrick Garcia. He is survived by his loving wife of thirty years, Nila Garcia; five children, Andy Garcia and his wife, Louise, Julie Garcia, Carla Mora and her husband, Tunney, Shawn Garcia and his wife, Angelica, and Isha Garcia; nine brothers and sisters, Jenny Rodriguez and her husband, Conrad, Mary Ann Cruz and her husband, Roy; Tony Montoya and his wife, Connie, Orlando Montoya, Archie Montoya and his wife, Roseanne, Larry Montoya; Henry Montoya and his wife, Theresa, Johnny Montoya and his wife, Rhonda and Pat Garcia; and daughter-in-law, Victoria Garcia. He is also survived by 13 wonderful and caring grandchildren; his close loving friend who he considered to be his sister, Dr. Vicky Lester. He also cherished Jim, Andrea, Jaime and Eric Lester." I do not need a special day to bring you to my mind, everyday is a special day and you're easy to find. Each morning when I awake, I know that you are gone; and no one knows the pain in my heart to just carry on. My heart still aches with sadness, and many tears will flow; what it's meant to lose you no one will ever know. My thought's are always with you, your place no one will fill; in life I love you dearly, in death I love you still. If tears would make a staircase and heartaches make a lane, I'd walk the path to heaven and bring you home again." By the Garcia Family, Dr.Vicky Lester. A Viewing will be held on Friday, August 3, 2001 at 5:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 4 at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Johnny Albert Montoya, Eric Lester, James Lester, Christopher Montoya, Adam Antillon, Robert Fernandez, Dr. Robert Sapien, and Tunney Ray Mora. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Joseph Frank Harris, born July 29, 1934, went home on Sunday, July 29, 2001 in Albuquerque, NM. Frank is survived by his loving son, William and wife, Yolanda Noumi and grandson, William Joseph Noumi. He is also survived by his two sisters, Marie Thomas and Elvine Smith and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 4, 2001 at Monterey Baptist Church, 12501 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Arrangements have been provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE Albuquerque 256-9400. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
Beverly Ann Herman (Ryan), 63, a former resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, July 17, 2001, at her home in Washington D.C. She is survived by her children, Bonnie Glicco and husband, Calvin of Las Vegas, NV, Mark Herman and wife, Nikki of Colorado Springs, CO, Julie Phares and husband, Mike of Albuquerque, Melvin Herman and wife, Mary of Penn Rose, CO and Donna Herman of Denver, CO. Nicheside services will be held Saturday, August 4, 2001, at 3:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Pastor Don Sli officiating. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
James Leon King, 36, born February 26, 1965 in Chicago, died suddenly on Wednesday, August 1, 2001 due to complications of pneumonia. He was the son of Dr. Evelyn King and step-son of Bob Turner of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his father, Calvin Jeter of Albuquerque; brother, Ryan V. Kennedy; half-brother, Zar Horton and his two children, Zane and Jade; step-sister, Sharon Davidson and husband, Ron; step-brother, Larry Turner and wife, Karen; aunt, uncle and cousins, Bill, Carole, Amy, Stephanie and Julie Dalness of Santa Fe. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jean and John Kwasnik. Jim attended Madison Middle School and graduated from the Special Education Program at Manzano High School in 1987. He had a job selling newspapers for the Albuquerque Tribune at the train station, downtown, and the Lomas auto dealerships. Jim had many special friends who treated him very kindly: Judge Bob Thompson, Sonny Leeper, Jay Czar, Mayor Kinney, Mayor Baca, many police officers and city employees, Cecille Martinez Wexler, Sheila and Rick Czerepak and his support staff: Tanya Swanson, Roger, Mohammed, Cecille Evola, Michelle O'Sheilds, Gary Smethurst, Steve Zeffer, Deb Dalabo, Laura Davis and friends at the Tribune, the Animal Shelter and from the old neighborhood on Roma and San Juan NE. He was a sweet boy and had a great sense of humor. Jimmy touched us all in a very special way and he will be deeply missed. Mass will be celebrated Friday, August 3, 2001, at 5:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Annunciation Parish, 2621 Vermont NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Friday, following the Mass, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Graveside services will take place Saturday, August 4, 2001, at 10:00 a.m., at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE.
Esther P. Lueras, 74, went home to the Lord on August 1, 2001 in Albuquerque. Esther was born in Belen, NM on January 16, 1927 to the late Eufemio and Isabel Pacheco. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Monastery, St. Jude Association and Infant of Prague. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Ambrosio H. Lueras; sons, Bernard and Augustine Lueras; brothers, Steve and Jose Pacheco; sisters, Carmen Garcia and Lucia Benavidez; granddaughter, Chantal Wohlford. She is survived by her sons, Joe Lueras and wife, Minda, Archie Lueras and wife, Bernadette, Paul Lueras and wife, Maria, Alex Lueras and wife, Marina, Ralph Lueras, and Dennis Lueras and wife, Connie; daughters, Guadalupe Burciaga and husband, Manuel, Cecilia Olivas and husband, Jose and Gina Lueras; brothers, Juan Pacheco and wife, Rosa and Trinidad Pacheco and wife, Eunice; sister, Lena Guillory and husband, Raymond; 15 grandsons; 13 granddaughters; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends whom she loved dearly. Esther will be deeply missed by her loving family. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the medical staff at St. Joseph Hospital Downtown and friend and physician, Dr. Pat Marrow. Visitations will be held Friday, August 3, 2001 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the 8th Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Friday at 7:00 p.m. in the Garcia Mortuary Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday August 4, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at the St. Anne Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Keith Lueras, Mark Lueras, Michael Lueras, Benjamin A. Lueras, Byron Lueras and Chris Lueras. Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Lueras, Jordan Lueras, Erik Lueras, Kevin Lueras, Cesar Lueras, Victor Burciaga, Adrian Olivas, John Caylor and Brian Caylor. In Lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made to the Storehouse. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW 243-5222.
Desi J. Martinez, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, July 31, 2001, at Presbyterian Hospital after a four-month ordeal following heart surgery. He was born in Raton, NM to Salomon Martinez and Virginia Ortiz. At a young age, Desi moved to Santa Fe where he met Candy, the love of his life. He served in the US Navy in WWII and still talked about his experiences in Australia. Candy and Desi lived in California for 13 years where they managed several apartment complexes, but then returned to Albuquerque where he subsequently retired from Clifford & Co. After retirement, Desi and Candy would finish their morning chores and then run errands or head to the malls where he would sit and watch the pretty girls go by while she shopped. Until this year, they made an annual trip to Las Vegas and California. Desi was a happy man, always joking, always had a smile for everyone, and he especially loved kids. We'll miss you, Grandpa. He is survived by his beloved wife, Candy; daughter, Jean Lopez and Ernie; sons, Ernie and wife, Cindy, Joseph D. (Jos), John and wife, Renee, and Gilbert and wife, Stephanie; sons-in-law, Jake Gallegos and Gilbert DeLaCruz. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren who loved him very much: Richard and Cindy Lou, Donald and Amy, Garry and Tay, Larry and Lisa, and Tim and Cynthia Gallegos; Gloria, Gilbert, Thomas, and Gabriel and Darlene DeLaCruz; Herman and Ruby, Mingo, and David Garcia; June and Isauro Madrid; Nancy and James Archuleta; Jeff and Angie Martinez; and Linda and Lou Lewis; and 'too many to count' great-grandchildren. Desi is also survived by a sister, Lydia Tafoya of Raton. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Irene DeLaCruz; grandson, Pete DeLaCruz; brothers, Albert and Ernest Martinez; and son-in-law, Henry Lopez. Mass will be celebrated Friday, August 3, 2001, at 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Gilbert and Gabriel DeLaCruz, Richard and Larry Gallegos, Herman and Mingo Garcia. Honorary pallbearers will be Donald, Garry, and Tim Gallegos, Tom DeLaCruz and Jeff Martinez. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE
Lenore S. McCarthy, 88, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2001. She was preceded in death by her husband, of 50 years, Lt. Col. Fred M. McCarthy. Lenore is survived by Col. McCarthy's nephew, Robert B. Edwards and his wife, Melinda; a grandniece, Kathleen E. Bell; grandnephews, John Robert and Christopher Whitmore, all of St. Louis, MO. She is also survived by her very special friends, Charles and Elizabeth Fleddermann and their three daughters, Lauren, Rachel, and Kathryn, all of Albuquerque, as well as many other dear friends. Lenore was a graduate of the University of Illinois and a longtime member of the American Association of University Women and of the Pan American Roundtable of Albuquerque. Memorial Services will be held at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM, on Tuesday, August 7, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. Thereafter, Mrs. McCarthy will be interred with her husband at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made, in Mrs. McCarthy's name, to the Immanuel Presbyterian Church, the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, P.O. Box 30208, Albuquerque, NM 87190 or the the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranches, P.O. Box 9, Belen, NM 87002. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
Michael P. Mintle, 47, took his last breath, with his loving family around him on July 31, 2001 and went home to be with the Lord. Michael was born October 19, 1953 in Alamosa, CO. His family moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1957 and made it home. He is survived by his partner and soul mate, Teresa Blomberg of Rio Rancho, NM; father, Gordon Mintle and his wife, Diane of Alamosa, CO; mother, Shirley Schoolcraft and her husband, Larry; sister, Sandra Jackson, all of Albuquerque, NM. Memorial Services will be held at the Messiah Lutheran Church, 11515 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM on Saturday, August 4, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial donations be made to Presbyterian Hospice Foundation, PO Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM 87125, (505) 559-6068. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico, (505) 891-8200.
Loeda M. Richards, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Thursday, August 2, 2001. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Richard A. Richards. She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn A. Flowers and husband, Richard; son, Richard A. Richards II and wife, Renneda, all of Albuquerque; grandsons, David L. Flowers of Grand Prairie, TX and Ara Richards III of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Lauren N. Richards of Albuquerque; brothers, Vernon L. Overall and Nikki Ion of Los Osos, CA, Wayne L. Overall and wife, Betty of Ann Arbor, MI and Edsel E. Overall and wife, Patricia of Albuquerque; sister, Twyla G. Fleming and husband, Dorian of Montgomery, AL; nieces, Nancy Overall and Dale Beckman of Pennsylvania, Mary Louise Fleming and husband, Michael of Bedford, TX, Theresa Overall of Richardson, TX, Karen Overall of Richmond, VA, Deborah Daniel and husband, Tim of Michigan, Rebecca Taylor and Albert Price of Margate, FL and Molly Roundtree and husband, Barry of Newport News, VA; and nephew, Robert Taylor Jr. and wife, Becky of Tulsa, OK. Mrs. Richards worked at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., during the 1940s. She held a Civil Service position at Sandia Base, worked in the banking industry, spent time working for the Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and at her retirement, she was working as the Executive Secretary to Mayor Harry Kinney. Mrs. Richards was very active in state and local politics, being a member of the Republican Party of New Mexico and also the National Federation of Republican Women. She was a Charter Member of St. John's United Methodist Church. Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, August 7, 2001, at 1:00 p.m, at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. Charlie Price officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, 87125. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the staff and caregivers at The Village At Alameda for their great love and care. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Carl Henry Stratman, 85, a resident of Albuquerque, who was suffering from cancer died Wednesday, August 1, 2001 at Paloma Blanca Nursing Home. He was born on July 26, 1916 in Cleveland, OH. His parents, Henry and Katherine Stratman died in 1929 and 1982 respectively. The Stratman family moved to Albuquerque in 1922. Carl attended Saint Mary's School for 12 years and graduated in 1934. He later attended Western School for Secretaries. He served in the U.S. Army followed by a 36 year career for the United States Postal Service, retiring in 1972. In 1971, Carl married Mary Ann Domenici. He was a devoted member of the Knights of Columbus for 29 years. Carl served as assistant manager for 11 years and as finance secretary for 18 years. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church for the past 27 years. Carl is survived by his wife, Mary Domenici Stratman; three sisters-in-law, Thelma Domenici, Rose Ann Hamberger and Sister Marianella Domenici S.C.; and one brother-in-law, Senator Pete V. Domenici. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Father Lewis Lambert, S.J., reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:45 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper Ave. NW, with Father Lewis Lambert, S.J., Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Pete Domenici, Jr., Nathaniel Gorence, Joseph Gorence, Martin G. Hamberger, Pete Matteucci, George Pino and Robert Wickens. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dino Barbieri, Albert Giddings, Mario Menicucci, Theodore Morelli and Joseph Palmisano. In lieu of flowers, Mary Stratman desires contributions to be made to Saint Mary's School, 224 7th St. NW, 87102 or to the UNM Cancer and Research Center, 900 Camino de Salud NE, 87131. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
David Crockett Wood, Lt. Col Ret. (USAR), 84, and a 50 year resident of Albuquerque passed away in a local hospital on Sunday, July 8, 2001. He is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Molly V. Wood; and their children, Paul C. Wood, and Ann V. Wood both of Albuquerque; son, John O. Wood and his wife, Kathy of Vienna, VA; and beloved grandson, David O. Wood of Albuquerque; Colonel Wood's sister, Virginia Wood Clark, also survives him of St. Joseph, MO. Graveside Services including a military honor guard with the Reverend E. J. Rinaldi officiating were held at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Albuquerque Christian Children's Home 5700 Winter Haven NW. Albuquerque, NM 87120.
Christina L. Woodrow, 28, a resident of Rio Rancho passed away at home on July 26, 2001. Christina was born in Escondido, CA on August 7, 1972 to John R. and Angela G. Shattuck Woodrow II. Christina loved to take pictures and was very passionate about her cooking. She was very adventurous and enjoyed almost all outdoor activities. Chris will be dearly missed by all of her family and friends. Christina was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Angela in 1996 and her aunt, Connie Hall. She is survived by her father, John Woodrow II and wife, Marilee of Springfield, Oregon; her brother, Rodney Woodrow of San Francisco, CA; her fiancé, Frank Morrell of the family home in Rio Rancho; and Frank's children, Amber and Corey; her precious Nana, Dessie Dawson and husband, Charlie of Arkansas; her grandfather, John Woodrow of Bend, OR; her aunt, Terry Descoteaux and husband, Mike of Delaware, aunt, Sandy Sallee also of Bend, OR; her uncle, Danny Shattuck; and several cousins, including her special cousin, Valerie Descoteaux; other relatives and a host of friends, especially the group at TGI Friday's. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, August 1, 2001 in the Rio Rancho Funeral Home Chapel with Andy Todd as Officiant. Services under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home. 891-9192.
LLOYD RAFAEL 'THE KING' ARAGON SR., 36, of Grants died Wednesday. He was born Sept. 24, 1964, to Amadeo and Veronize Aragon in Las Vegas, N.M. He was a devoted law enforcement official. He served in the U.S. Army National Guard, had been employed by the city of Grants Police Department in the K-9 unit for eight years and spent the last eight years in the K-9 department of the New Mexico State Police. He was actively involved in coaching Little League, and children's football and baseball. He also loved to hunt and fish. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Sam and Matilda Herrera. He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Monica 'Kim' Aragon of Grants; children, Lloyd Aragon Jr., and Audriana Aragon, both of Grants; father, Amadeo Aragon of Ilfeld; mother, Veronize Aragon of Grants; sister, Melinda Aragon of Grants; brothers Gilbert Aragon and wife Cyrstal, Matthew Lopez, all of Grants, and Shawn Aragon of Ilfeld; nieces Veronica Aragon, and Monica Vigil, both of Grants; nephews Michael Ramirez of Los Chavez, Sam Gonzales of Grants, and Gilbert 'Slick' Aragon Jr. of Grants; and numerous other relatives and friends. Funeral services at 10 a.m. today at the Grants High School Gymnasium. Burial will follow at the Grants Cemetery. Direct Funeral Services, Albuquerque.
MERCEDES S. BARELA, 96, of Ranchos de Taos died Wednesday. She loved flowers and was a fantastic cook. She was the personal cook for Dr. and Mrs. Randolph Lovelace of Albuquerque, and also cooked for the U.S. astronauts and actors James Stewart and Bob Cummings. She was presented with a music box as a 'countdown gift' by astronaut Allen Sheppard. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleofas Barela; son, Billy 'Sonny' Barela; and sister, Amelia Maestas. She is survived by her daughters Lorein Mares and husband Carlos of Taos, Minnie Trujillo of Llano Quemado, and Emma Coca and husband Richard of Talpa; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two nephews; and two nieces. Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today at the San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Jesus Nazareño Cemetery. Rivara-Hanlon Funeral Home, Taos.
ELVA GRANT CASADOS, 90, of Ranchos de Taos died Thursday. She was born May 19, 1911, to Rosario and Andreita Morgas. She was an active member of the Ranchos Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Eduardo Grant Sr., and Miguel Casados; and daughters Margie Hammer, and Angelina Martinez. She is survived by her children Mable Torres of Redondo Beach, Calif., Eddie Grant and wife Bessie, and Clarence Grant and wife Andrea, all of Ranchos de Taos; sons-in-law Sam Hammer, and Manuel Martinez; 15 grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends. A service will be held at 7:30 p.m. today at the Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home in Taos. Funeral services at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Ranchos Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow at the Descanso Cemetery. Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home, Taos.
VIVNTON HAWORTH LILJA, 84, of Santa Fe died Tuesday. She held the position of secretary in the U.S. Foreign Service. She volunteered for St. John's Episcopal Thrift Shop in Albuquerque and the Albuquerque Public Library. She was a member of the National Junior League and the Albuquerque Cooking Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Erik Lilja; and grand-nephew, Peter August Lienemann. She is survived by her sister, Betty Lilienthal; nieces Meg Lilienthal and husband Frank, Annie Wiard and husband Bob, and Ann-Sofi Gedeon; nephews Richard Lilienthal, and Chip Lilienthal and wife Jeanette; grand-nieces and grand-nephews Madalyn, Megan, Doenika, Jason, and Katy. Memorial services at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Holy Faith Episcopal Church in Santa Fe. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service.
REBECCA MARTINEZ RARDEN, 89, of Arroyo Hondo died Wednesday. She was born June 19, 1912, to Vicente and Urias Martinez in Arroyo Hondo. She was a member of the Holy Trinity Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James S. Rarden; brothers Valentin, Pablo and Alfirio; and sister, Corina. She is survived by her brothers Manuel Martinez and wife Veronice, and Tomas Martinez; sister, Marcia Martinez; sister-in-law, Eralia Martinez; niece, Bertha Chacon; and numerous other relatives and friends. Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today at the Holy Trinity Parish Community Center. Burial will follow at the Upper Arroyo Hondo Cemetery. Sisneros LaFollette Family Funeral Service, Taos.
Clorinda E. Baca, 76, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2002. She was born in Albuquerque and was a lifelong resident. Clorinda was an active member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her sons Willie Baca Jr., and Larry Steven Baca. Clorinda is survived by her husband, Willie B. Baca; son, Michael Baca; daughters, Christina Caraveo, Patricia Daniel, Kathleen Gallegos and husband, Geno; grandchildren, Ernesto, Vangie, Victoria, Anita, Rueben, Lani, Renee, Zachary, Geno, Diona, Dominic, Sarah, Nichole, Jennifer, David, and Rebekah; great-grandchildren, Elisa, Vanessa, Nichole and Brianna; sister Ursula Pedroncelli; other nephews, nieces, cousins, family and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW. A rosary will be recited at 7:30pm on Saturday, August 3, 2002. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 5, 2002, with burial following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
