| Gary D. Criner, 56, a resident of Albuquerque for five
years, died Thursday, October 8, 1998. He is survived by his wife of 35
years in February, Frances Criner; two daughters, Cynthia L. Criner of
Clemont, FL and Tracy L. Dowell and husband, Daniel of Cedar Crest, NM;
two sons, G. David Criner of Layton, UT and Jason Parks Criner of Ponte
Vedra Beach, FL; one grandson, Ross Emerson of Clemont, FL; parents, Jack
Criner and wife, Marion of Spring Hill, FL; and one brother, Dennis J.
Criner and wife, Donna of Schererville, IN. Mr. Criner had a career with
Borden/Meadow Gold Dairies for 35 years. He began as a staff accountant
and worked to the position of CFO. He retired in February, 1998 and enjoyed
traveling in the RV with his wife and dog, Ben. Rosary will be recited
Sunday, 5:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming
Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows
Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121
Wyoming Blvd. NE, Saturday, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, from
2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Maria Tripodi D'Angelo, 85, a resident of Albuquerque for 32 years and
the matriarch to many families and a blessing on the earth to all who entered
her 85 years of life is gone. She will be remembered by her only sister,
sister-in-law, cousins, son and daughter-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren,
nephews and nieces. She came to America in 1926 from Italy at the age of
13 with her mother, Domenica Tripodi and her younger sister, Domenica ("Dottie")
and brother, Carmine ("Charlie"). Her youngest, and only surviving sister,
Natalie was later born here in America. In 1931 she married Joe D'Angelo.
They had three sons, Dominic, who died after 5 days, Vince D'Angelo, an
Albuquerque attorney, who preceded her in death in 1992 and Saverio ("Sami").
She moved to Albuquerque in 1966 where she spent her remaining 32 years.
Her love of family gatherings, cooking, and sewing were a joy we all loved
and shared. I wish to thank Ann Candelaria D'Angelo Snail whom she loved;
her most beloved Catherine Zimmerman D'Angelo, the daughter she never had,
and also Sharon for all the beloved grandchildren they gave her. She is
survived by her grandsons, Joseph Carl D'Angelo, Mark D'Angelo and wife,
Patti and their children, Jason Adams, Julie and Trisha of Albuquerque,
Nick D'Angelo and wife, Diana and their children, Carlo and Domenica of
Albuquerque, Chris D'Angelo and wife, Winnie of Leads, NY and Domenic D'Angelo
of Albuquerque; her only granddaughter, Maria D'Angelo of Albuquerque;
her beloved niece, Maria Prokesch and husband, Gunther and son, Scott of
Albuquerque; her beloved nephews, Jack Dautel and wife, Linda and their
children, Boomer, Annie, Cindy and Catherine, John Louglas and wife, Nancy
and their children, Stephine and John, Peter Louglas and wife, Lillian
and their children, Pete, Erin and Sara of New Jersey, James Tripodi and
wife, Janice and their children, Ronald and Jamie of Palisades Park, NJ,
Vincent Tripodi and wife, Lynn and their daughters, Casey and Courtney
of Palisades Park, NJ and Dr. Vicent D'Angelo and wife, Cleo of Independence,
MO; nieces, Lorraine Morris and husband, Bruce Paterson and her children,
Linda and Diane Morris and the light of her great Aunt Mary's eyes, two
year old Michelle Paterson of Rio Rancho, and Rose Lawlor and husband,
Ken and son, Peter of Hopewell, NJ; all of her cousins, the Tripodi's,
the Buda's and the LoFaro's; her baby sister, Natalie Louglas of Richfield,
NJ; her most beloved sister-in-law, Catherine Tripodi of Palisades Park,
NJ; and her surviving son, Sami. We will all remember in our hearts the
memories of the times we loved, the times we cried, the times we fought,
and the times we laughed. We will always think of you and you will never
be gone."Good night mom, see you later. Love ya, Sami." You are now walking
in the gardens of heaven with your dear friend, Estel Harris. Rosary will
be recited Sunday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel,
1111 Unviersity Blvd. NE, with Deacon Mark D'Angelo reciting. Mass will
be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac
Rd. SW, with Father Anthony Bolman, Celebrant. Interment will follow at
Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Joseph D'Angelo,
Mark D'Angelo, Nick D'Angelo, Dominic D'Angelo, Chris D'Angelo and Jack
Dautel. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday,
3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Gwendolyn W. Dickson, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died
Friday, October 9, 1998. She is survived by her daughters, Denis Norlander
and husband, Bill and Dana McCausland all of Albuquerque; grandsons, Matthew
McCausland of Albuquerque, Damon McCausland of Ft. Collins, CO, and Daniel
Norlander of Albuquerque; and dear friends, Phil and Charlotte Dailey,
Jan Cummings, and DeAnn Filmer all of Albuquerque. Mrs. Dickson was preceded
in death by her husband of 58 years, William R. Dickson. She was born in
Arizona Territory to a pioneer family. Mrs. Dickson resided on Sandia Base
for 17 years. She was active in PTA, Girl Scouts, the Alter Guild at St.
John's, and was an avid bridge player. She was a talented seamstress, collected
antique china and glass, loved to fish, and enjoyed music and sports. Cremation
has taken place and interment of cremains will take place in Phoenix, AZ.
The family is grateful to the staff of St. Francis Place for providing
care and a loving environment for her during the past two years. Should
friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association,
1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110; the Animal Humane Association of NM,
Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108; or to KNME-TV, 1130 University Blvd. NE,
87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Benny Garcia, 55, passed away October 9, 1998. He was born in Gallup,
New Mexico to Manuel Garcia and Francis Silva-Garcia. He is survived by
his wife, Lucy and five children, Denise, Anthony, Michael, Benny Jr.,
Yolanda; and four grandchildren, all of California. Benny is also survived
by two stepsons, Carlos and Michael Marquez; one aunt, Lilly Silva-Oliver
and her husband, Robert; an uncle, Earnest Silva and his wife, Susan; a
brother-in-law, William M. Pearcy; sister, Ramona Gordon; brothers, Arthur
N. Pearcy Sr. and his wife, Gloria and Ronald Pearcy and wife, Jeanette
and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Cremation arrangements were provided
by Metropolitan Direct Burial Center, Inc. 601 Mountain Rd NW Albuquerque
766-9400.
Joshua C. Graham passed away on October 7, 1998. A memorial service
will be held at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Rd.
NE on Saturday, October 10, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Cremation arrangements were
provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial Center, Inc., 601 Mountain Rd. NW,
Albuquerque, 766-9400.
Jordan Jacob Griego, beloved infant son of Joe and Shawntel Griego of
Edgewood, NM, died Thursday, October 8, 1998. Jordan was born on August
25, 1995 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In addition to his loving parents,
he is survived by two brothers, Dominic and Nicolas Griego, both of Edgewood;
maternal grandparents, John and Marie Gallegos of Albuquerque; paternal
grandfather, Joe Griego, Sr.; great-grandmother, Ophelia Gallegos; great-grandparents,
Joe and Rose Nuez; great-grandfather, Pablo Griego all of Albuquerque;
close aunts, Nicole and Ondrea; close uncle, Anthony; close cousin, Sean
Jr.; best friend, Mark; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Jordan
was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Rosemary Franco. He
will be greatly missed by all. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Monday,
October 12, 1998 at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE. Funeral mass
will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 13, 1998 at St. Bernadette
Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd NE, with Father William McCarren,
Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will
include Dominic Griego, Sean Gallegos, Anthony Gallegos and Richard Trujillo.
Good night little one, sleep tight. Right now it's hard to see them, but
we know God has his reasons. However short the moment, we thank God for
the time he shared you. Mommy and Daddy will miss you and so will all who
know you. We love you, Jordan. Good night. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas
Blvd. NE.
Dorothy N. Hatch, a resident of Albuquerque since 1989, died October
6, 1998. She was 93. Born and raised in Lexington, Massachusetts, she graduated
from Smith College in 1926. She taught Latin in several Massachusetts high
schools before her marriage to George C. Hatch. They raised their family
in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, and she resumed high school teaching there
after the children left home, teaching English for many years before her
retirement. A lifelong member of the Universalist/Unitarian Church, she
believed strongly in service to others. She was active in the Red Cross,
her church AUW, a Senior Citizens group, the North Smithfield Garden Club,
the library, and the Heritage Club; she also was a volunteer in literacy
groups, teaching English to immigrants. She organized clothing and food
drives, and with her late husband, George, spearheaded a drive which culminated
in the establishment of the Ballou Home in Woonsocket for senior citizens.
For years she and the family (including her brother, Dana, and sister-in-law,
Louise Norris, of Orrs Island, Maine) enjoyed summers together on Bustins
Island, located in Casco Bay, Maine; we all cherish these memories. The
example she set with her life has been instrumental in helping shape the
lives of her three children (Cynthia H. Brueck of Albuquerque, George L.
Hatch of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, Gardner N. Hatch of Peoria, Illinois);
eleven grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. A family Memorial Service
will be scheduled in Maine at a future date. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100
Coal Ave SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106, in charge of arrangements.
Robert Early Hendricks, resident of Albuquerque for 54 years, born August
24, 1911 in Newport, TN, passed away October 7, 1998. He was the son of
the late Dr. Walter Scott Hendricks and May Early Hendricks. He was preceded
in death by two brothers. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Leigh
Bittick Hendricks of the family home for 45 years; two brothers, Walter
Henderson Hendricks of Abingdon, VA and Evan Scott Hendricks and wife,
Mary of Huntsville, AL; two sisters, Elizabeth Crow of Elizabethton, TN,
Lillian Lyles and husband, Dr. Albert Lyles of Charlotte, NC; several nieces
and nephews. He was a graduate of the University of Tennessee. He was employed
by Delta Airlines of Monroe, LA and was an Air Route Traffic Controller
in Cleveland, OH, Cincinatti, OH and Albuquerque. He later was an Engineer
at Sandia National Laboratories. Mr. Hendricks was a member of Central
United Methodist Church, the Sons of the American Revolution, the Sons
of Confederate Veterans, the Military Order of the Stars and Bars, and
the Zia Sun Dial Clock Club. A family memorial service will be held at
a later date in Adingdon, VA. Interment of the cremains will be at Holston
Conference Cemetery of the United Methodist Church in Emory, VA. Those
who desire, may make a memorial contribution to the Central United Methodist
Church in Albuquerque or to the Animal Humane Association. Cremation services
were performed by the Sunrise Society, 891-8200.
Anne L. Henneman, 87, a resident of Albuquerque, since 1987, died Thursday,
October 8, 1998. She is survived by her sister, Kathryn Henneman Peloquin
and husband, Paul of Albuquerque; nieces, Dr. Christine Braden and husband,
Gary of Los Alamitos, CA, Mariann Peloquin-Croucher and husband, Dr. Doug
Croucher of Boulder, CO, Theresa Dietrich of Kodiak, AK, and Patricia Lester
of Bemidji, MN; nephews, Dr. Paul M. Peloquin and wife, Reva of San Anselmo,
CA, Phillip Peloquin and wife, Mary of Colorado Springs, CO, Dr. Steven
Peloquin and wife, Leslie of Manhattan, KS, John Dietrich and wife, Cindy
of Onalaska, WI and Fritz Dietrich of Cadott, WI. The three priorities
in her life were family, church, and education. She was a member of Our
Lady of Fatima Church and Legion of Mary. Ms. Henneman was preceded in
death by her parents, Marie and Fred Henneman; brothers, Robert Henneman
and wife, Pauline, Eugene Henneman and wife, Loretta; sister, Ellamae Dietrich
and husband, Edward; niece, local attorney Kathy P. Dockweiller. Ann's
interesting life took her to all parts of the world from Alaska, China,
Manchuria, Japan, Korea, all of Europe, and many South American countries
plus Mexico. She was quite a linguist when employed with the United States
Department in Washington, DC, WWII War Crimes in Neuerenberg, Germany as
a court reporter, as well as the Japanese Trials. Ann graduated with a
BA degree from Wisconsin University at Eau Clair and earned a MA degree
in History from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She was also assistant
chief of Health, Education and Welfare in Washington from which she retired
and moved to Albuquerque in 1987. Rosary will be recited Sunday, 8:00 p.m.,
at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE,
with Deacon Frank See reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m.,
at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE, with Father Francis
Eggert, Celebrant. Interment will take place in Wisconsin. Friends may
visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00
p.m.
Celia Gurule Herrera, a resident of Albuquerque and a former resident
of Espanola, New Mexico passed away Friday, October 9, 1998, following
a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Jose Longino
Gurule; second husband, Arthur Herrera; two grandchildren, Dianna Rodriguez
and Alex Giron; son-in-law, Eddie Giron. She is survived by her children,
Claudina Giron of La Mesilla, Joe H. (Gudo) Gurule and wife, Theresa of
Albuquerque, Levi (Gudito) Gurule and wife, Eva of Espanola, Betty Green
and husband, Ralph of Albuquerque, Ross Gurule and wife, Marge of Albuquerque,
Vivian Covert and husband, Wayne of Denver, CO; 16 grandchildren, Cathy
Bustos and husband, David of El Llano, Edwina Sanchez and husband, Lonnie
of Santa Cruz, Larry Gurule, Gino Gurule, Veronica Barela and husband,
Ernest, Kevin Gurule and wife, Dawn all of Albuquerque, Randy Gurule of
Espanola, Lisa Duran and husband, Kenny of Hernandez, Mario Gurule of Espanola,
Keith Green and wife, Antoinette, Curtis Green and wife, Rochelle, Cindy
Green, Rene Jurado and husband, Balto, Sandra Ramos and husband, Adrian
all of Albuquerque and Monica and Glenda Covert of Denver, CO; 29 great-grandchildren
and one great-great-grandchild and many other relatives and friends. Visitation
will begin at 5:00 p.m. and a rosary at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, October 11, 1998,
in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary in Espanola. Mass of Christian
burial will be celebrated on Monday, October 12, 1998, at 10:30 a.m. at
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Espanola. Fr. Augustine Moore will celebrate
the mass. Interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Espanola.
Serving as pallbearers will be, Edwina Sanchez, Veronica Barela, Lisa Duran,
Cindy Green, Sondra Ramos and Glenda Covert. Honorary pallbearers named
are all the other grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of
Block-Salazar Mortuary, 1-505-753-2288 or 1-800-443-4854.
Sallie "Aunt Daka" "Kate" Hudson, 93, a resident of Albuquerque for
more than 50 years, died Wednesday, October 7, 1998. She is survived by
her nieces and nephews, Bill Clyne and wife, Carolyn of Hollywood, FL,
Norene McGraw, Ruth Clyne, Ann Clyne, Sue Spear, all of Albuquerque, Jack
Clyne and wife, Donna of Evanston, WY, and Linda Clyne of Houston, TX;
and 14 great-nieces and great-nephews. She is preceded in death by her
brother, Elma Clyne; sister, Jean Patterson; daughter, Pat DuPlonty; nephew,
Wesley Clyne; and niece, Betty Frame. Graveside services will be held Tuesday,
11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Rev. Charles E.
Price officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be
made to a charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
Ted Ipiotis, age 74, of Santa Fe, died on Friday, October 9, 1998, in
Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by parents, James and Anastasia Ipiotis.
Mr. Ipiotis was born in Albuquerque on October 25, 1923. He married his
wife, Josephine, in Kansas in 1952. He attended the Citadel and served
in the U.S. Air Force during WWII. He then moved to Santa Fe where he owned
and operated the Plaza Lounge until 1968. He was also employed by the State
of New Mexico for 10 years. He was a hard worker and a good businessman.
A compassionate man, he was always there for others in times of trouble.
He had a great love of adventure which included traveling, taking his children
and grandchildren to Greece. Mr. Ipiotis was very proud of his heritage
and instilled this pride in his family. He is survived by his loving wife,
Josephine; his beloved children, Gary Ipiotis, Sophie Ipiotis, Marcie Abeyta
and husband, Joseph, Chris Ipiotis and wife, Molly, Jackie Morales and
husband, Santiago, Joanna Ipiotis, James Ipiotis, Dianna Jones and husband,
Del; sister, Mary Daltroff and husband, Shields, of Pagosa Springs, CO;
20 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and cousins, John and Paul Piotis
of South Africa, Tony Collyvas of Plomari, Greece, Stratoula Mihaleli,
Plomari, Greece. Visitation will be conducted on Monday, October 12, from
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Berardinelli Family Funeral Chapel. Funeral Services
will be held on Tuesday, October 13, at 10:00 a.m. at Berardinelli Family
Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements
are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Services, 1399 Luisa,
Santa Fe, 984-8600.
A.M. (Buck) Jackson, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1981, died
on Thursday, October 8, 1998, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mr.
Jackson was born on Monday, May 12, 1909 in Midland, TX. He is survived
by his wife of 70 years, Joyce Jackson of Albuquerque; son, Bob Jackson
and wife, Ruby of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Betty Tierney and husband,
Daniel of Beeville, TX, Rosemary Stakvel and husband, Curley of Cedar Crest,
Lee Jackson of Houston, TX, Paula Hayden and husband, Jeff of Albuquerque,
Laura Wood and husband, Woody of Beeville, TX, and Rex Jackson and wife,
Julie of Austin, TX; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his son, Bill Jackson; and grandson, Jay Morgan
Jackson. Mr. Jackson was a member of Central United Methodist Church. Services
will be held Monday, October 12, 1998, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French
Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Dr. Charles Crutchfield
officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum.
Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE,
Sunday, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions
may be made in Mr. Jackson's memory to Central United Methodist Church,
1615 Copper NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd.
NE.
Harvey Alexander Lawler, 84, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1979 died
Wednesday, October 7, 1998. He is survived by Ruby, his wife of 57 years;
six children; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving
are his brother, Robert C. Lawler and wife, Josephine of Cudahy, WI; and
his aunt, Helen Gamroth of Crystal Lake, IL. Mr. Lawler was retired from
Marquette University, in Milwaukee. He was a former member of the Rio Rancho
Rock Hounds and the New Mexico Faceters Guild. A memorial service will
be held on Saturday, October 17, 10:00 a.m., at the First Baptist Church
in Rio Rancho, (3906 19th Ave.), where he was a member. Reverend Si Budagher
will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be
made to the Rio Rancho First Baptist Church, or the American Cancer Association.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Sunrise Society, (891-8200).
Eugene D. McAuley, born February 27, 1949 in Philadelphia, PA, died
October 7, 1998 in Albuquerque. He is survived by his wife, Leona; step-daughter,
Michelle Chavez; daughters, Krista and Lauren; son, Andrew; sisters, Eunice
Collins and husband, Don of Evanston, IL and Susan McCullough and husband,
Mike of New York, NY; brothers, Jerry of New York, NY and Kevin of Evanston,
IL; aunts, Brigid McCauley of Philadelphia, PA, Annie Ferry of Co. Donegal,
Ireland; and uncle, Francis McCauley of Sydney, Australia. Mr. McAuley
was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mary, who emigrated from
Ireland. In 1979, after obtaining a Masters degree from the University
of New Mexico, he joined the staff of the Association for Retarded Citizens
of Albuquerque (ARCA) where he worked until his death. At ARCA, Gene was
instrumental in setting up programs crucial to improving the living standards
of persons with disabilities. He was a board member of Alta Mira Specialized
Family Services and a consultant to Casa Angelica. Rosary will be recited
Sunday, 7:00 p.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl.
SE, with Deacon Gilbert Valverde reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday,
9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, with Father Joseph
Thai, Trans, SSS, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Friends may visit St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church prior to the Rosary.
Should they wish, friends may make memorial contributions to ARCA, 1515
4th St. NW, 87102, Alta Mira, 1605 Carlisle NE, 87110, or Casa Angelica,
5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, 87105. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Marilyn Joan Panagakos, 68, died October 7, 1998 in Albuquerque. She
was born January 12, 1930 in Cleveland, OH, to Edward and Neva Smith Uhl.
She was a resident of Albuquerque for 38 years. As an active member of
the Republican Party, she co-chaired the presidential campaign of Barry
Goldwater in Bernalillo County in 1964 and also worked for the party after
the campaign. She served as the Director of Collections for the New Mexico
Bureau of Revenue-Bernalillo County Region, and also owned and operated
Encore Clothing. She retired from Modrall Law Firm as a legal assistant
in 1997. She was a member of the Greek Orthodox Church. She is survived
by her loving husband of 47 years, Anthony Panagakos of Albuquerque; a
daughter, Koren L. Walston and her husband, Kenneth of Albuquerque; a son,
Peter Edward Panagakos and wife, DeDe of Rio Rancho; two brothers, Raymond
Uhl and wife, Lee of Ohio and Edward Uhl, Jr. and wife, Jeanette of Wisconsin;
and two grandchildren, Lindsay Ann and Brandon Anthony Panagakos. A memorial
service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 1998 in the Palm
Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the American Lung Association of New Mexico, 216
Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave.
SE, in charge of arrangements.
Rosalie June Peters, born June 1, 1935, died October 6, 1998. She is
survived by her husband, Kenneth Peters of Estancia; her mother, Agatha
Garrison; and aunt, Macel Garrison, also of Estancia; half-brother, Danny
Parsons, his wife, Tina, son, Daniel, and daughter, Alicia, all of Nitro,
WV. She was preceded in death by a son, John Wesley Peters; and her father,
Adam G. Parsons. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions
be made to First Baptist Church of Willard, PO Box 101, Encino, NM 88321
or Boys and Girls Ranch, 775 Highway 304, Belen, NM 87002 or a charity
of your choice. A Memorial service is pending.
Albert Posteal, age 77, passed away on October 8, 1998. Mr. Posteal
was born to Edward and Annie Mae Posteal on December 19, 1920 in Knox City,
Texas. He is survived by his mother, Annie Mae Moss of Knox City, TX; his
children, Dorothy Jean Niblett of Houston, TX, Tommy Joe Posteal of Midland,
TX, Wanda Posteal of Houston, TX and Barbara Katherine Posteal of Houston,
TX; his sisters, Lillie Mae Roundtree of Pasadena, CA, LaVada Thomas of
Stamford, TX, Elnora Mallard of Ft. Worth, TX, Florence Hornsby of Stamford,
TX, Ima Jean Session of Knox City, TX and Dollie Rogers of Ft. Worth, TX;
his brother, John D. Taylor of Fairfield, CA; eight grandchildren and 11
great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Posteal
and his son, James Albert Posteal. Mr. Posteal recently moved to Albuquerque
from Altadena, CA. Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, October
13, 1998 at 12:00 PM at Sandia Funeral Care Chapel with Rev. John Hill
officiating. Graveside Service will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National
Cemetery. Pallbearers are Roy Flanders, Tim Pegram, Curtis Flanders, Charles
Thomas, Aaron Flanders and Lawrence Flanders. Honorary Pallbearers are
Kenneth Session, Steven Presley, Larry Presley and J.W. Flye. Arrangements
under the care of Sandia Funeral Care 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque,
NM 87106, phone 821-0010.
Eva Jean Rex, 58, a resident of Belen, passed away on October 8, 1998.
She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and
she loved working with children. Eva was preceded in death by her parents,
Arnold Kearns Dummar; and mother, Chole L. Winder; one sister, Mary Dummar.
She is survived by her husband, William Rex; sons, Ernest M. Toseland,
Arnold J. James, Russell James, Michael James, Robert Holden, Bobby James,
Paul Aurthur Rex, Edward James Rex, Mark Rex, Christopher Rex; four daughters,
Michelle Rex, Debbie Shine, Norma Hoel, amy Candot; 27 grandchildren; ten
great-grandchildren; brothers, Wallace, Ray, Richard of Gabbs, NV, Melvin
of Brigham City, UT, Fred of Phill Campbell, AL and Jess Dummar; sisters,
Sylvella Kelil of Bellingham, WA, and Chole Fowler of Idaho; one aunt,
Sally Brommer of Heidleburg, CA. Pallbearers will be Rudy Rivera, Michael
Cordova, Richard Hoel, James Franklin, Mitchell Howell, and Clint Hanslett.
Viewing will be held on Monday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Romero
Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday,10:00 a.m., at the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Los Lunas. Interment will
follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery in Belen. Romero Funeral Home is in charge
of arrangements.
Joseph Dent Robinson, Jr. passed away Thursday, October 1, 1998, at
his home in Albuquerque. He was born in Albuquerque July 27, 1936, where
he spent most of his life. He was a service station manager, but was especially
known for his intricate carvings of local birds. Joseph is survived by
his sister, Suzanne Robinson of Herndon, VA; his niece, Andrea Thomas of
New York City; two uncles, Harris Sharp of Las Vegas, NV and William Sharp
of Albuquerque; his aunt, Chloe Robinson of Albuquerque; and by many cousins.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers,
memorial gifts may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 525 San
Pedro NE, #101, Albuquerque, NM 87108 Cremation arrangements are in the
care of Sunrise Society, (891-8200).
Edith Patricia Shults, 50, a resident of Albuquerque since 1966, died
Saturday, October 10, 1998. She is survived by her husband, William F.
Shults and son, William Michael Shults both of Albuquerque, NM; father,
Mike Pacsirta and wife, Maria of Tucumcari, NM; two aunts and several cousins
in Hungary and many other family and friends. Edith was employed by the
United States Postal Service for over 26 years. She was a member of the
American Hungarian Club of NM, and a graduate of The University of New
Mexico. She will be greatly missed as she was a loving daughter, wife and
mother. Services will be in Tucumcari, NM. Friends may visit French Mortuary,
7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Monday from
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian
Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave., NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary,
7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Martha Dee Brownfield Tackett, born August 6, 1915 to Alva Dee Brownfield
and Matti Harris Brownfield at the Harris Ranch, next to the A.B. Falls
Ranch, Three Rivers, New Mexico, died at her home in Albuquerque on October
9, 1998. Although she struggled with cancer during the last four months
of her life, she remained ever cheerful, and steadfast in her faith, to
the end. Although Dee Tackett graduated from the University of New Mexico
in 1936, majoring in English, she never stopped learning and studying and
remained a student until the day she died. She was a member of the Kappa
Kappa Gamma sorority and the Junior League, but her most important involvement,
outside of her family and friends, was her life in the church. She was
a longtime member of St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church, where she
served on the vestry, was a member of the alter guild, worked on diocesan
projects, and was active in Seniors and many study and prayer groups, especially
the Tuesday morning Communion Group, which she attended almost every Tuesday
for the last 16 years. She is survived by her children, Dee Tackett O'Neill
of Tucson and her husband, Dan, Ann Policastro of Albuquerque, Paula Tackett
of Santa Fe, Paul Winston Tackett of Albuquerque and his wife, Mary Todd
(Toddy); several grandsons and granddaughters, Donald Edgar Kilgore IV
(Kedin) of New York and his wife, Kimberly Neuhaus, Erin O'Neill and her
husband-to-be, Rob Balkind of Greensboro, North Carolina, Christopher Paul
Kilgore of Albuquerque, Bonnie Kilgore of Albuquerque, Jennifer O'Neill
of Tucson, and Michael Policastro of Albuquerque; two great-grandsons,
Jacob and Andrew Kilgore; and countless much cherished cousins, nephews
and nieces. All will miss her gentle grace and never-failing love and support.
She was preceded in death by her husband, former Supreme Court Justice,
Paul Tackett; her mother and father; and her beloved sisters and brothers,
Elizabeth Nunn, Jane Skinner and Alva Dee (Sonny) Brownfield. Cremation
will take place as she requested. Her memorial service will be held at
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond NE, Albuquerque, on Tuesday,
October 13, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
in her name to St. Martin's Shelter for the Homeless (Hospitality Center)
or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Charles A. Wagner, 86, a resident of Las Vegas, NV, for 45 years, died
on Friday, October 8, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Wagner
of Las Vegas, NV; daughters, Charlene Williams, Mary Wagner both of Cincinnati,
OH, and Rena Swyers of Mansfield, MA; sons, William F. Wagner of North
Mankato, MN, Thomas Wagner of Houston, TX, Martin Wagner of Hackensack,
MN, and Michael J. Wagner of Tucson, AZ; brother, James Wagner of Brownsville,
TX; sisters, Sister Maristella Wagner of Rockford, IL, and Mildred Emerson
of Collegeville, TX; stepson, Fred Gray of Minnesota; stepdaughters, Randi
Puyear, Colleen Nelson, and Theresa Harles all of Minnesota; thirty-four
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his
sister, Lydia Wagner. Mr. Wagner was a member of Our Lady of Las Vegas
Catholic Church, Las Vegas, NV, where he served with the Living Rosary.
He was a member of the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre, the Lions Club, the
Sierra Club, and was a 4th degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus. Mass
will be celebrated Tuesday, October 13, 1998, at 10:30 a.m., at Gate of
Heaven Chapel, 7500 Paseo del Norte, NE, with Father Antonio Mondragon,
Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum. Should friends
desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Archdiocese of Santa
Fe Vocation Office, 4000 St. Joseph Pl. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. French
Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
O. Mabin Wenslay, 82, of Hillsboro, NM died Friday afternoon at Memorial
Medical Center. He was born January 21, 1916 in Enid, Oklahoma. He was
a member of the Family Motor Coach Association. The Rosicrucian Order and
had worked at Continental Machining in Albuquerque. He also taught Ballroom
dancing in Albuquerque. He is survived by his wife, Eileen Wenslay of Hillsboro;
a son, Douglas of Des Moines, Iowa; and a daughter, Beverly of Albuquerque;
two granddaughters, Jennifer and Elena Wenslay; a brother, Arnel and his
wife, Eileen Wenslay of Los Alamos, NM; and sisters, Marie Cavrera of Grants,
NM and Dottie and her husband, Bill Bivings of Missouri. Cremation has
taken place and Memorial services will follow in Hillsboro. Arrangements
by Graham Mortuary, Mesilla Valley Crematory 555 W. Amador, Las Cruces,
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