Elizabeth Jones Langmuir, 78, formerly of Atlanta, GA, died June 6, 2003 in Albuquerque, NM. A graduate of Washington Seminary and Bryn Mawr, she lived in Mexico for a number of years. She is survived by her sisters, Foster Jones Clayton of Weatherford, TX, and Rennie Jones Davant of Atlanta, GA; a nephew and several nieces.
Sunrise Funeral Options
7601 Wyoming Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 821-0010
Donald J. Leyba, age 34, passed away June 6, 2003. He is survived by his mother, Rita Harrison; father, Robert Leyba; stepfathers, Frank Becker and Robert Harrison; stepmother, Dolores Leyba; two children, Jacob Leyba and Kimberly Leyba; three sisters, Jeanette Rosales, Theresa Francis, and Gina Leyba; grandparents, James and Lila Baldwin; three nieces, Jessica, Brandy, and Andralyse; two nephews, Ryan and Gene; aunt and uncles, Anna Mae and Willie Gadde and Richard Villafuerte; and other family and friends that loved and will miss him. A Memorial Service will be held at Sandia Church of the Nazarene, 2801 Louisiana NE. on Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at 4:00 p.m., with Pastor Baines officiating. Any flowers or memorial contributions can be sent to the Church. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
Muriel A. Mahoney, a resident of Rio Rancho, went home to her Lord on June 7, 2003. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and friends. A Rosary and Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2003 at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Rio Rancho at 10:00 a.m. A Committal Service will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Services under the care of:
Sunrise Funeral Options
2400 Southern Blvd.
Rio Rancho, NM
(505) 891-9192
Ruby L. Peace, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, June 9, 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Lola Lestrick of Albuquerque; sisters, Mable Jones of Corsicana, TX, and Josie Collins San Antonio, TX; grandchildren, John Bouldin and wife, Shannon of Albuquerque, Jerome Thomas and wife, Jenny of Sylmar, CA, Cassandra Thomas of Las Cruces, Vanessa Shackleford and husband, Elijah of Albuquerque, Cynthia Lestrick of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Latasha Lestrick of Albuquerque, Jonathan Bouldin of Albuquerque, Matthew Shackleford of Arizona, and Braye Bouldin of Albuquerque; and great-great grandchildren, Christopher Bouldin, Amari Thomas, Jaih Bouldin, Auzhanee Lestrick; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Peace in 1976; parents, Randall and Cynthia Harris; and two sisters, Georgia Brewer and Fannie Ellis. Mrs. Peace retired from the Army Air Force Exchange Service. She was a member of the Daughter Elks and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a 50-year member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Services will be held Friday, June 13, 2003, 10:00 a.m., at Faith in Christ Lutheran Church, Chelwood at Indian School Rd. NE, with Rev. N. Darnell Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Thursday, June 12, 2003, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary
10500 Lomas Blvd. NE
275-3500
Cheryl Susan Gerharter Purtell, 42, went to be with her Lord on June 7, 2003 after a very brief bout with cancer. She is survived by her husband, Terence; her parents, Vern and Sallie Gerharter; brothers, Paul and David (and spouse Darla); and sisters, Janet and Karen (and spouse Philip Goodman); parents-in-law, Dr. Eugene and Margaret Purtell; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cheryl had her own hairstyling salon, Angel Hair Salon and Gift Shop. A deeply personal shop, crafts inhabited every nook and cranny, from the "tortilla angels" to the shampoo station. She was so proud of her shop and we are so proud of her. Cheryl is remembered for her easy smile and warm heart. Every memory and photo shows that she loved to laugh. The love and friendship she brought to our lives will never be forgotten. A Visitation will be held at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE, at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2003. A Memorial Service will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd NE, at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2003. A Memorial Mass will be held at our Lady of Fatima on Thursday morning, June 12, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Contributions may be made in Cheryl's name to the Animal Humane Assoc of NM, 615 Virginia SE.
Mercy R. Ruiz (Marciano) born October 16, 1913 and died June 7, 2003 at the age of 89. He is survived by his wife, Della; daughter, Julianna Trujillo and husband, Julian of Albuquerque; sons, David Ruiz of Albuquerque, Michael Ruiz and wife, Mary of Houston, TX and Christopher Ruiz of Austin, TX; six grandchildren, Julianna Maya and husband, Ralph of Forrest Grove, OR, David, Andrea and Victoria Trujillo of Albuquerque, Ryan Ruiz of Stanford, TX and Anthony Paul and wife, Dawn of Albuquerque; and four great-grandchildren. Mr. Ruiz a Veteran of World War II served under General Patton and saw action in the Battle of the Bulge and in Baston where he got hurt. He was a life member of the D.A.V. Chapter 3 in Albuquerque, a life member of the V.F.W. Post 401 in Albuquerque and a member of St. Anne Catholic Church. He retired from the Veterans Hospital where he worked as a R.P.N. for 16 years. Mr. Ruiz will be deeply missed by his loving family. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Anne Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Julian Trujillo, David Trujillo, Anthony Paul Gallegos, Jacob Montano, David Tafoya and Bobby Montano. Services are in the care of:
Garcia Mortuary
717 Stover Ave. S.W.
243-5222
Gus George Stultz, 87, died Monday, June 9, 2003, at his home. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lessie Mae Stultz; daughter, Patricia Stultz Carpenter and husband, Bill; son-in-law, John Weddle and wife, Paulette; and grandchildren, Joseph, Kathleen and husband, Brennan, Jonathan and wife, Jenean, Steve and his wife,Melissa, Leah and husband, Tim. Mr. Stultz is also survived by nine great-grandchildren, Meaghan, Mary, Jacob, William, Margaret, Alora, Lindsey, Sonny and Trey; brother, Rex Stultz and wife, Alice. He was preceded in death by daughter, Shirley Faye Stultz Weddle. Mr. Stultz, was a veteran of WWII having served in the U.S. Marine Corp. in the Pacific Theater. He drove for Greyhound Bus Lines for 37 years before his retirement. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary University Blvd. Chapel. Friends may visit French Mortuary University Blvd. Chapel Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, 4800 Indian School Rd. NE, 268-3700 or Vista Care Hospice 5201 Venice Avenue NE, 87113, 821-5404. Interment will take place in Mesquite, TX at a later date.
French Mortuary
1111 University Blvd. NE
843-6333
James D. Williams, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 6th, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Wilma Barnett Williams; son Brad Williams and wife Mary with their children Lori and Allen of Houston, TX; daughter Sharon Chrisman and husband Larry with their children James, Kayla, Jared, & Karyn of Dallas, TX; son Eric Williams and wife Michelle with their children Brittney, Logan, Marney, & Chloe of Fort Collins, CO; daughter Marilyn Webb and husband David with their children Kyle and Cade of Fort Worth, TX; brother Cecil Williams and wife Bette of Holland, MI; sister Helen Schuster and husband Don of St. Louis, MO; cousins, nieces and nephews, and a host of friends who loved him. Jim, also known as Doyle to his family and J.D. to his work colleagues, was born June 8th, 1932 in Preston, KS to Frank and Thelma Miskimen Williams. He graduated from Preston High School in 1950, and went on to serve with the Navy during the Korean Conflict. He attained his B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from MIT in 1960 and his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University in 1963. He retired from Sandia National Laboratories after 38 years in January of 2003. Jim had unique and unparalleled experience, recognized nationally and internationally in all major aspects of surveying, testing, evaluating and installing physical security systems at sites of the highest sensitivity. He was active in numerous professional engineering societies, for which he has held local and national offices, most recently serving as President of INMM. He was a faithful member of the Lord's church, serving as an elder for the Montgomery church of Christ for 23 years. Jim raised his children to love and serve the Lord and left an incredible example for them to follow. Those who knew Jim will remember him as a happy man who loved life. A viewing will be held at French Mortuary on Wyoming on Tuesday, June 10, 2003 from 3:30 to 5: p.m. with a memorial service following at 7:00 p.m. at Montgomery Blvd. church of Christ, 7201 Montgomery Blvd. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Blue Haven Youth Camp, HC 81, Box 304, Las Vegas, NM
87701, or a charity of choice.
French Mortuary
7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE
823-9400
Robert Woodrow "Woody" Wilson, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on June 6, 2003. He is survived by his, wife Mary; son, Robert; and daughter, Barbara. He will be dearly missed. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Sunrise Funeral Options (Rio Rancho), with Pastor Donald Neidigk as Officiant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Services under the care of:
Sunrise Funeral Options
2400 Southern Blvd.
Rio Rancho, NM
(505) 891-9192
Nancy Arnold, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1987, passed away at home on Saturday, June 5, 1999. "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." (2nd. Tim) In 1996, Mrs. Arnold was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John H. Arnold She is survived by their children, Andrea Anderson and husband, James of Los Alamos, John E. Arnold and wife, Belinda of Aurora, CO, and Jane Montoya and husband, Chris of Bernalillo. Also surviving are six grandchildren, Matthew and Lora Anderson, Meghan and Brian Montoya, and Chris and Jesse Stewart; a sister, Kathleen Price and husband, Allan of Dickinson, ND; a brother, John R. Ferguson and wife, Edith of Austin, TX; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 10:00 a.m., at Acantilado Vista, (920 Riverview Dr., in Rio Rancho). Interment will take place on Friday, June 11th, 9:00 a.m., at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Another memorial service will be held in Greely, CO on Sunday, June 13. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Arnold, (891-8200).
Albita Benavidez, 80, beloved and devoted mother and grandmother, was called home to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 5, 1999. She was a lifelong resident of New Mexico; a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mrs. Benavidez was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Benavidez. She is survived by one daughter, Norina Rey; two sons, Louie Benavidez and wife, Virginia, Marty Benavidez and wife, Rebecca; eight grandchildren, Nadine Schlamp, Cesar Rey, Katrina Yerbich, Martin E. Benavidez, Adam Benavidez, Bianca Benavidez, Martin Benavidez and Deanna Benavidez; and seven great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held Monday evening, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, on the corner of 8th and Iron, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, 1:00 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church, with the Reverend James Moore, as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Cesar Rey, Martin E. Benavidez, Martin Benavidez, Adam Benavidez, Michael Yerbich and Mike Schlamp. Funeral services are under the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
Funeral services for Mr. Frank P. Gallegos will be held on Monday at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary at 9:00 a.m., with visitation starting at 8:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Military Honors will be provided by the D.A.V. Chapter 3. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
Dorrey Lee Haines, a resident of San Gabriel Manor, in Albuquerque, passed away at the age of 80. Mrs. Haines was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Lee E. Haines, in 1991. She is survived by her daughter, Dorrey Lee West of Albuquerque; and her son, Lee E. Haines Jr. and wife, Thais D. Haines of Placitas, NM. Mrs. Haines is survived by five grandchildren, Amanda Lee West of Albuquerque, Stephen Lee Haines of San Diego, CA, Lorraine Michelle Raznik of San Diego, CA, Thomas G. Duffey of Lancaster, CA, and Paige E. Duffey of Escondido, CA; great-grandchildren are Brianne A. Raznik and Chloe S. Raznik of San Diego, CA. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Dr. Benjamin H. Haines and wife, Julia of Las Cruces, NM; and cousin-in-law, Rita Wolters of Corrales, NM; one niece, Bili Kay Chatham of Scottsdale, AZ; four nephews, Benjamin H. Haines Jr. of Las Cruces, NM, Edward M. Haines of Las Cruces, NM, Brian D. Haines of Las Cruces, NM and Brandon H. Haines of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM. Dorrey was born in Hayden, AZ, May 19, 1919. She grew up in San Angelo, TX on a sheep ranch with her brother, step-father, Joe Skinner, and her mother. She graduated from Hockaday Girls' School in Dallas, TX. Dorrey got her pilot's license at the age of 20, and flew from their sheep ranch in San Angelo, to their ranch in Trinidad, CO, to the wool market in Albuquerque. Dorrey was an active member in the Albuquerque Junior League, and of the Presbyterian Women's Auxiliary. She was an avid and accomplished golfer, a charter member at Four Hills Country Club, and of the Four Hills Women's Golf Association. She had many dear friends she loved to play golf with. She loved competition, and won and finished well in many tournaments. She had a hole in one for her record. Dorrey was a gracious hostess, and loved to have parties; some lasting all night. She and her husband, Lee, would fix huevos rancheros for everyone. She loved to dance. Many thanks to Jan Gossett and her staff at San Gabriel Manor for the excellent care and love they gave to our mom. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to: RESEARCH FOR ALZHEIMERS DISEASE, 919 N. Michigan, Suite 1000, Chicago, Illinois 60611-1676. Visitation will be Monday, June 7, 1999, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Services will be held Tuesday, June 8, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at the Sunset Mausoleum Chapel with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. The Reverend Gerald White officiating. Arrangements made by Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106.
Mildred B. Keith, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, June 4, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Algernon Keith; and one brother, Lewis Fahrlender. She is survived by three sons, David Keith and wife, Alicia, Daniel Keith and wife, Cheryl, and Matthew Keith and wife, Leticia; one sister, Lois Ritchie. Also surviving are six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, 9:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit this evening, from 5:00 p.m. until time of Rosary. Pallbearers will be David Keith, Daniel Keith, Matthew Keith, Josh Keith, Shawn Keith, and Carl Heilman. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street, Norbert Baldonado Jr.
Herbert T. Keller, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1957, died at his home Saturday, June 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Helen of the family home; daughters, Edith L. Kane of Albuquerque, and Sheila McGee and husband, Michael of Houston, TX; sons, Michael T. Keller and wife, Marilyn of Dallas, TX, and Robert J. Keller and wife, Rita of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Patrick, Todd and Teresa Kane, Kevin, Brian, and Paul McGee, and Chris and Ryan Keller; eight great-grandchildren; three sisters; one brother; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Jimmy. Mr. Keller was the President of the Mountain View Meat Company. He was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Friends may visit French Mortuary - Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, from 4:00 p.m. until the Rosary. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Father James Moore and Father William McCarren, Celebrants. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian McGee, Patrick Kane, Todd Kane, Chris Keller, Ryan Keller, and Edmundo Rios. Memorials may be made to St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
Elena Maes, 25, a resident of Albuquerque for seven years, died Thursday, June 3, 1999. She was born March 8, 1974 in Ely, NV. Elena is survived by her father, Benito Maes; mother, Lucille Maes; brother, Steven Dominic Maes and wife, Kristee, all of Albuquerque; sister, JoAnna Maes of Los Angeles, CA; niece, Kayleigh Maes; grandmother, Marie Armijo; and many other family and friends. Elena resided in Silver City for 14 years. Her achievements were in music and songwriting. Elena majored in Psychology at the University of New Mexico and was a member of numerous academic fraternities. She enjoyed playing golf, singing, traveling, and skiing. Elena will be deeply missed by family and friends. Though she was only here a short time, she brightened many lives. Memorial Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE. Private interment of cremains will take place. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Lupus Foundation of America-New Mexico Chapter, P.O. Box 35891, 87176-5891. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Estefanita "Stephie" Martinez, 89, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, passed away Friday, June 4, 1999. She is survived by two nieces, Evangeline Lopez and husband, Bonnie of Albuquerque, Theresa Johnson of Parkersburg, WV; a nephew, Patrick Lopez of Orange, CA; nine grandnephews and nieces and two great-grandnephews. A Rosary will be recited at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Santa Fe at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 8, Mass at St. Francis Cathedral at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, with burial to follow at Rosario Cemetery. Funeral arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
Gerald H. Martinez, 55, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, June 5, 1999 after a very long illness. He is survived by his wife, Martha Jane Martinez of the family home; sister, Lorraine Chavez and husband, Phillip of Albuquerque; brothers, Don Martinez of Moriarty and Anthony Martinez and wife, Yolanda of Albuquerque; foster children, Gary Bogden and wife, Theresa, Glen Bogden and wife, Beverly, Jeffery Herrera, and Kris Trujillo, all of Albuquerque; nieces, Felicia Chavez, Lynette Chavez, Melanie Lucero and husband, Shane, Georgiana Chavez, all of Albuquerque, Shelley Martinez of Hurst, TX, and Josephine Encinias of Las Vegas, NM; nephews, Norberto Monje and Phillip Chavez; great-nieces, Kymberly Coleman, Zanique Lucero, Kenda Pina and Shinia Baca; great-nephews, Brian Ortiz, Nicholas Farris and Gabriel Chavez-McBroom. Gerald graduated from Valley High School in 1962. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a longtime employee at Sun-Tran Transit Systems. Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Road SW. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Anne's Catholic Church, with Father John Shedlock, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Phillip Chavez, Kris Trujillo, Rick Eavenson, Norberto Monje, Gene Ulibarri, and Sam Reill. Honorary pallbearers will be Greg Chavez, Brian Ortiz, Nicholas Farris, Gabriel Chavez-McBroom, Shane Lucero, and Kenneth Salas. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Funeral services for Mr. Kenneth Meisenbach will be held on Monday at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Military Honors will be provided by the D.A.V. Chapter 3. Visitations will be held on Monday morning, from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
Wanada Lorraine Nichols, 56, a resident of Albuquerque since 1985, died Sunday, June 6, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Allen of the family home; son, Loren B. Nichols and wife, Carolyn of Albuquerque; and son, Bradley M. Nichols of Seattle, WA; father, Paul R. Stevenson of Albuquerque; grandsons, Joshua Lynch and Maxwell Nichols, both of Albuquerque; and sister, Cindy Van Meter of El Paso, TX. Mrs. Nichols was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Stevenson. Memorial services will be Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, with Reverend Paul Debenport, officiating. Private disposition will take place at a later time. In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations in Wanada Nichols' name to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
Norman Henry Parrish, 81, died Thursday, June 3, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Ann Parrish of the family home; daughter, Sandra Lee Duvall and husband, Del of Parisppany, NJ; and brother-in-law, Charles E. Beiser and wife, Cynthia of Eagle Mills, NY. Norman graduated from Woodbury College with a B.S. in Commercial Art. He served in the Army Signal Corps during World War II, 292nd Joint Assault Signal Co. and made seven assault landings at Guam, Ormoc Bay, Ryukyos, and Le Shima. Norman worked as editorial production chief at "This Week" Magazine for 23 years. He later was production editor at Library Journal; then was production editor for the Software Company Informatic; making English out of "Computereze." He retired in 1978 and moved to Albuquerque in 1980. He joined SCORE (Service Corp. of Retired Executives) and completed the Albuquerque Citizen Police Academy Course. He was also a member of Heritage Hills Safety Watch. Memorial services will be held Monday, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE, with Chaplain Lemuel Boyles officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Hills Neighborhood Association Safety Watch, c/o H. Rothman, 8515 Merrimac Court, Albuquerque, NM 87109. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
James "Pat" Patten, 90, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, June 3, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Helen Patten; son, John Patten; granddaughters, Valerie Cook and husband, Gordon, Monica Patten and Melanie Patten; and great-granddaughter, Helen Chavez, all of Albuquerque. Mr. Patten worked for Albuquerque Indian School for over 35 years. He was a certified Doctor of Motors. Mr. Patten was a descendent of Cochise. He was a former member of Gideons International. Mr. Patten was an avid fisherman and he invented the "jet" lure. Services will be held Monday, 1:00 p.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School NE, with Pastor Melinda Wagner officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
