BLAKELY, WAYNE Age 55, passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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Obituary for BLAKELY
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Obituary for BUNDRANT
BUNDRANT, GEORGE T. (TOM) Age 64, a native New Mexican, lost his courageous battle with cancer on December 29, 2012. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1970 and was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. While attending UNM, Tom started a lifelong dedication to Lobo athletics. He became a proud supporter of the Lobo Booster Club and a season ticket holder to Lobo football, women’s basketball, and men’s basketball which he enjoyed with his family. He was an avid sports enthusiast enjoying a good round of golf or a great game of racquetball in his leisure time. Tom also enjoyed long walks along the Bosque with longtime life partner Kathy. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, partner, uncle, and friend, as well as a respected businessman to those who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Vivian Bundrant. He is survived by his daughter Lindsey Bundrant; daughter Abby Makarski and her husband Will; granddaughters, Annabelle and Ava Makarski; brother, Pat Bundrant; partner, Kathy Wilson; as well as extended family members and many dear friends. His weekly visits from his precious granddaughter’s, Annabelle and Ava, always left a smile on his face. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org or the Alzheimer’s Association, 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 121, 87111. Memorial services will be on Saturday, January 5, 2013, 10:00a.m. at FRENCH- Lomas. Please visit our online guestbook for Tommy at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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Adam Christopherson
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Obituary for AYRES
AYRES, BILL J. passed away November 23, 2012, after a long, valiant fight to survive pancreatic cancer. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, a sister, and two nephews. He is survived by his wife of forty-eight years, Charleen; his daughter, Amy; her two sons, Thomas and Andrew; his son, Jeffrey; two sisters; a brother and their children and grandchildren. Bill was a teacher with Albuquerque Public Schools retiring in 2000. Bill and Charleen traveled across most of the contiguous United States and Hawaii. Charleen and he traveled in Europe as leaders of trips with the People-to-People High School Ambassador Program plus several tours to visit friends. A celebration of life service will be held February 9, 2013, at The Community of Christ Church, 4701 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE, 10:30am followed by a luncheon. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Outreach International or the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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Obituary for BENAVIDES
BENAVIDES, ED Age 58, passed away on Friday, January 4, 2013. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
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Obituary for BETHKE
BETHKE, JEAN ANDRESEN Age 89, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2012. She was born on May 28, 1923 to Pauline and Arne Andresen in Buffalo, NY. She married Ernest Bethke on June 27, 1942. Mr. and Mrs. Bethke moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1970. She was a homemaker and part-time clerical worker and a member of St. John United Methodist Church since 1982. Mrs. Bethke was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Roy Andresen of Aptos, CA, and Jordis Sinclair of Lockport, NY. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Ernest Bethke, of Rio Rancho, NM; son, William Bethke and wife, Sharon, of Corrales, NM; daughters, Susan Papp and husband, Paul, of Aurora, CO, Patricia Foster and husband, Rick, of Brighton, CO; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Contributions can be made in honor of Mrs. Bethke to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at www.nationalmssociety.org. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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Leona Roher
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Obituary for HAJEK
HAJEK, ROBERT JOHN was born on November 20, 1932 and passed away December 23, 2012. A visitation will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, January 12, 2013 in the Riverside Funeral Home Chapel followed by a memorial service at 12:00pm. Please visit Robert’s online guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com Services entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 505-764-9663
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Obituary for ACQUISTO
ACQUISTO, ZULEMA &Quot;SUE&Quot; (MARTINEZ) of Albuquerque NM, passed away on Jan. 4, 2013 at age 91. She was born on Aug. 8, 1921, in Chimayo, N.M. to Teodoro and Froilan Martinez, one of six children. She reminisced often about attending Allison James (Santa Fe) & Menaul School (Albuquerque). She is survived by her daughter, Jeannette Acquisto of Albuquerque; son and daughter-in-law, Peter and Dee Acquisto of Phoenix; and sister and brother-in-law Lusinda and Luther Martinez of Albuquerque. She is also survived by grandchildren, Robyn Vines Smith and husband Mark Smith of Albuquerque, Ryan Vines and wife Charity of Thorndike, Maine, and Michael Acquisto and wife Virma of Phoenix; great-grandchildren, Brock Smith, Brenna, Hunter and Julia Vines; and Michael, Talia and Jordan Acquisto. Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Acquisto; her parents; and her other siblings. Services will be Friday, Jan. 11, 2013, at Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith Blvd. NE, at 11:00 a.m.
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Obituary for BACA-LUJAN
BACA-LUJAN, BETTY JO Our Dearest Betty, It has been one year now since you left us to go to your new home in HEAVEN. Our tears still flow daily, we miss you so much! I see even more now the impact you had on everyone’s lives. I hope you knew how much you were loved! Thank you for being you, a person who touched so many people! Rest in Peace Beautiful Angel, Until We Meet Again!
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Obituary for CLEMENTS
CLEMENTS, WILLIAM GEAROLD &Quot;BILL&Quot; Was born October 27, 1924 to William George and Mable Ethyl Hysom Clements in Fowler, Kansas. He was the sixth of seven children. His sisters, Pauline Wright, Della Barry, Leola Tillinghast, Pearl Youngs and his brothers Lloyd and James are all deceased. He is survived by his wife Jo Ann and his children Kathy Rosier of Cokeville, Wyoming, Deborah Case of Blue Springs, Missouri, and Mike Clements and his wife Michelle of Nederland, Colorado; stepchildren Jackie Kerby Moore and her husband Fred of Albuquerque, and Stephen Kerby, of Wagoner, Oklahoma. Grandchildren are Dee Dee Kerby, Mary Case, Willy, Charly, Kody and Kacy Clements. In addition, Bill is survived by his special family members, Jim and Kay Magovern, and Billy, Laurie, Jude, Lila and Hope Thiebaut. He also had a best friend, John Tonne. Bill retired from Mountain Bell Telephone Company in 1982 and relocated to Albuquerque, New Mexico to join his new wife Jo Ann. They spent 30 years together and enjoyed a well-earned retirement. Bill and Jo Ann loved their children and grandchildren and would readily produce pictures and tell stories to anyone who would listen! Bill spoke with pride when relating his experiences during World War II. Bill joined the US Marines at age 17 and was discharged one day after his 21st birthday. He served in excess of 30 months in the Pacific, was honorably discharged in October 1945, and received a citation for his efforts. Bill’s life touched many people. His Mountain Bell assignments included Line School Instructor, Supervising Foreman, Corporate Safety Supervisor and Corporate Construction Manager. His knowledge of outside plant and his ability to relate to the craft employees enabled him to be instrumental in originating several training courses involving safety, pole climbing and operation of heavy equipment. For many years he traveled the seven states of Mountain Bell reviewing the safety and construction operations. He loved his work. By Bill’s own standards, he was successful. He left the place in better condition than it was when he arrived. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at FRENCH – Lomas, Wednesday, January 9, 2012 at 10:30 a.m.. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Telephone Pioneer Museum, 110 4th Street NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 or the local chapter of the American Red Cross. Please visit our online guestbook for Bill at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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Marlene Taylor
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Obituary for LUSK
LUSK, CHARLES N. beloved father of Jennie Lusk of Albuquerque and Liz Lusk of Madison WI, died at age 96 on January 7, 2013. A memorial service is planned for the Albuquerque Open Space just north of the Montano Bridge at noon Wednesday, January 9, 2013 and a celebration of life at Harwood United Methodist Church on Saturday at 2 p.m. In lieu of memorials, Charles’ daughters request that people do a good deed in his honor. Born to Bob and Ola Mae Lusk on December 17, 1916 on a farm outside Coolidge, TX, Charles served in the Army Air Force 371st bomb squadron in the Pacific from 1942-45. He and his wife of 44 years, Jean Remington Lusk, made their home in Roswell, where he owned car dealerships-Buick to Nissan-and brought Cable TV service to the area. Over his life he owned and rode plenty of horses and maintained an active church membership. He was especially proud of presiding over the church board during construction of the Roswell First United Methodist Church sanctuary. After Jean’s death, he and his wife, Mary (nee Reeder) Lusk lived and were active in Belen, NM until returning to Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his brother Bob Lusk and sister Margaret Evans. Besides his daughters and widow, he is survived by Liz’s partner Susanne Dane; his close niece Barbara Buzbee of Palm Springs, CA; and his grandchildren Lucy Gilster, Albuquerque; William Lusk-Claiborne, Madrid, Spain; Andrew and Liza Claiborne, Ft. Collins, CO; Andrew and Joanna Dane, Appleton, WI; and Emily Fleckner, Washington,DC. He is also survived by great-grandchildren, Spencer, Alex and Samuel Claiborne; Isadore, Eleanora and Roseanna Dane; his sister Barbara Sandoval; and many beloved nieces, nephews and close friends who were like family to him. He was a good man with a ready laugh and keen insight. He will be sorely missed.
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Obituary for BESSON
BESSON, PAULINE GOLDIE Age 93, a resident of Albuquerque for over 70 years, passed away Monday, January 7, 2013. She was born on February 26, 1919 to Ollie and Dora Kindred near Blanchard, Oklahoma. She was married to George Besson for 57 years, who preceded her in death. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Onetia Stacy and Dorothy Johnson; and two brothers, Jack Kindred and Floyd Kindred. She is survived by her four children, Gordon Besson (wife Betty), Kenneth Besson (Vanessa Mercer), Melba Baum, and Tom Besson, (wife Sara Nurnberg); six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, Joe Kindred and Bronelle (Pete) Kindred; and two sisters, Faye Cleal and Louise Beeson. Pauline was a long time member of Fruit Ave. Baptist Church and Victory Extension Club. She was a devoted mother and homemaker and an expert seamstress. She enjoyed making friends during the time she spent as an “Avon Lady”. The family would like to express their deepest and most heartfelt appreciation to the owners and staff of the Garland House and Dr. Suzanne Pinon, who cared for her the past 6 years. Friends may visit FRENCH – University on Wednesday January 9, 2013 at 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2013, 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH – University. Interment will take place immediately following at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guest book for Pauline at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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Obituary for BOESE
BOESE, C. ROBERT &Quot;BOB&Quot; age 83 of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday January 5, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, June; daughter, Robin Boese, stepdaughter Jan Pittman and husband, Steve; stepson Jim Clark and wife Connie; four grandchildren; and his sister, Irene Crum. He was preceded in death by his son, Kevin Boese in 1990. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 11:00 am at the First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead Ave. SW. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or Vista Care Hospice, 601 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or to a charity of one’s choice. Please visit Bob’s on line quest book at www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400-3rd St. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-247-4124
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Obituary for HAWREY
HAWREY, LENORA Age 87, passed away January 9, 2013. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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Obituary for ANGELLE
BROWN, ANGELLE Angelle Lorraine (Pumpkin) Brown of Bernalillo, passed away on January 2, 2013. Angelle is preceded in death by her parents, Louise U. Brown, and Chester K. Brown; grandparents, Nellie Shibley Mahboub, and Rogie Unes; brother, Kenneth G. Brown and wife; niece, Shirley Rosie Brown. She is survived by her twin sister, Annelle Louise Brown and husband Gary Larsh and their son, Sean Brown and his wife Melissa; brother, Ron R. Brown and wife Sue, and their two sons, Chet and Caton; Chet’s son Daniel, and Caton’s wife, Stephanie; nephew, Kenny G. Brown, and his son, Diego Brown Chavez and numerous nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her two loving dogs, Sugar and Patches. Having been a lifelong resident of the Town of Bernalillo, Angelle had several different careers there. The last one she had was the one she truly loved, and the one she is best remembered for, Teaching. Having obtained a teaching Degree at the University of Albuquerque, and then a Masters at UNM, Angelle taught for nearly 20 years in Elementary schools in Bernalillo, before she retired. Many of those kids from her early years, who are now young adults today, still remember her fondly from their days in Elementary with her. She loved her”kids,” as she called them, and still remembered many of them very fondly even into her last days of her life. She had a number of cherished friends amongst her fellow Teachers and Aides, and always cherished their time together and their kindnesses towards her. Angelle will be missed by all of us who loved her. Please know that she now dances in Heaven, loving and still caring for those same kids that she danced with in her classes. The Rosary for Angelle will be recited on Friday, January 11, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas in Rio Rancho. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, on Paseo del Norte and Wyoming with a reception to follow at home in Rio Rancho. Pallbearers will be Caton Brown, Chet Brown, Sean Brown, Kenneth Brown, Jr., Diego Brown Martinez, Johnny Rinaldi, Robert Martinez, Keonny Gonzalez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Susan Rinaldi, Lenore Sosa, Donna Corter Mickey Cordova, Lisa Amy, Maria Vasquez and Yoanna Medrano. Those who wish to leave a condolence or share a story, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com In Memory of Angelle Lorraine Brown God saw she was getting tired, and a cure was not to be, so He put His arms around her, and whispered :”Come with Me.” With tearful eyes we watched her suffer and saw her fade away, although we loved her dearly, we could not make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating. Hard working hands to rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best. We love you. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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Obituary for COMPTON
COMPTON, JOHN &Quot;JACK&Quot; ROBERT Age 66, passed away in Albuquerque on Monday, December 31, 2012. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1964 and from the University of New Mexico in 1968, with a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering. He moved to Baltimore, Maryland to work for Westinghouse Electric as a circuit design engineer in the area of power conditioning electronics. He earned numerous promotions at Westinghouse and also received several patents related to the regulation and control of three phase power supplies. In 1980, he moved back to Albuquerque and started his own electrical contracting business, Compton’s Electric, and worked as an electrician until his health declined. His mother and father, Collette Clara and William Robert Compton, and brother, William Joseph Compton, precede him in death. He is survived by his nieces, Sheri Compton and Christine Hendrickson and husband J.D.; a grand-niece Lily Grace Hendrickson; and sister-in-law, Susan Compton. Special thanks to Allen Hill, Doyle Hayes, and Tom Glacken for their long-standing friendship and support of Jack. Burial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, January 12th at 10:30 am, at the chapel at St. Mary’s Rest Home, 205 7th St. NW, with Father Joseph Vanderholt of the Immaculate Conception parish presiding. Interment on Monday, January 14th at 10:30 am at the Rosario cemetery in Santa Fe, with Deacon Don Roseborough presiding.
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Obituary for CONDON
CONDON, THOMAS PATRICK Captain Thomas Patrick Condon, U.S. Navy (Retired), beloved husband and father, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at the age of 88 end-stage Dementia. He had been a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico since 1973. He is survived by his wife, Doris Exum Condon of Albuquerque; his daughter, Colleen Groseclose and her husband, Bernard of Charleston, SC; two step-grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Capt. Condon was born in St. Petersburg, FL on April 2, 1925 to the late John Patrick Condon and Alice Horton Condon. The family moved to Los Angeles, CA in 1932. After graduation from Cathedral High School he enlisted in the U.S. Navy as an Apprentice Seaman, he was soon transferred to the Navy V-12 Officer Training Program. In 1946 he graduated from the University of California and was commissioned an Ensign, Supply Corps, U.S. Navy. Subsequently he served many tours of active duty, afloat and ashore, throughout the United States, North Africa, Europe, and the Far East/Western Pacific. He retired from the Navy in 1973 after thirty years of active duty service. Among many military distinctions he earned the Joint Service Commendation Medal. He relocated to Albuquerque, New Mexico and was employed by the University of New Mexico as a Senior Accountant in the Audit Department and the School of Medicine Comptroller’s office, and later as administrator in the College of Pharmacy. He retired from this second career in 1987. He was a life member of The Retired Naval Officers Association, an active member of Sandia Kiwanis Club, and for many years enjoyed delivering Meals on Wheels. He will be remembered for his service to others and his engaging Irish charm. The family wishes to thank comfort keepers especially, Larry Edwards and the staff of Brookdale Place/Memory Care Section who supported Captain Condon during the final stages of his life and Tom Stewart and pastors for visits. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife, Kathryn Florey Condon; his son, Timothy Patrick Condon; his sister, Anna Maria Condon; his brother, John Joseph Condon and his stepson, Richard Bell. He was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, January 16, 2013, 11:00 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. If anyone chooses, the family requests that in lieu of flowers memorial donations be made to Alzheimer’s, Association- NM Chapter, 9500 Montgomery Blvd. NE Suite 121, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Please visit our online guest book for Thomas at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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Obituary for GRIFFITH
GRIFFITH, DAVID Age 71, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013. A Celebration of Life Gathering will take place on Sunday, January 13, 2013 from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. at 9005 Opportunity Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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