Clayton J. Corder, 22, son of Jack and Paula Corder and brother of Vanessa Corder, all of Rio Rancho, NM was called home by God on Sunday, July 4, 1999. Clayton is also survived by a half sister, Laurie of Lubbock, TX; and his grandmothers, Frances Nichols of Las Cruces, NM and Virginia Corder of Lubbock, TX. Clayton was the Goal Keeper for the Conference Champion Soccer team at Hardin Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. Services have been set for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 10, 1999 at the First Baptist Church of Rio Rancho. Officiating will be Rev. Si Budagher assisted by Billy Bob White of Mineral Wells, TX and also of the Warrior Ministry team. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Warrior Ministry Team, 10312 Leymon Ct. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114 have been suggested. Arrangements are under the direction of Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary, 4310 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho, NM.
Clara Denson Ellis put her hand into that of the Father's and went on her Journey Home, Friday, July 2, 1999. Born in Granger, Texas, October 20, 1909, to Myrtle Jewel and Jesse Bostick Denson, Clara had six siblings. Her lifetime spanned travel in a covered wagon (for a family vacation) to visiting her children by jet plane. Clara always had a wry sense of humor. She claimed to have gone to the CIA, before it was a government agency. Actually, after graduating from Granger High School, Clara attended the College of Industrial Arts (CIA) in Denton, Texas. After her studies, she substituted teaching in Granger for two years. The family then moved to Edinburg, Texas in 1930, where she began her full-time teaching career. The Denson family attended the Methodist Church and Clara was a member of the choir. A tall, good-looking man, with a witty sense of humor and a rich baritone voice, named Gordon Ellis, was caught tweaking her hair from behind. As a woman of virtue, she refused to be taken in by his bold attempt at introduction. He, it has been said, told a friend in the choir that he was going to marry that pretty young woman with the beautiful blue/black hair. The court-ship was a bit one-sided at first. Without a proper introduction, Clara avoided his attempts at conversation. Her heart began to melt, however, when she would look up from her desk in a room full of first graders and see that persistent young man standing at her doorway, hat in hand. The proper introductions took place, the court-ship moved forward and Clara and Gordon were married in 1934. They moved to 1420 Dunlap in Mission, Texas, which was Clara's home for the next 53 years. During the Depression of the 1930's, married women were obliged to give up their jobs to men. No longer able to teach, Clara was a traditional homemaker. Gordon was a Rural Letter Carrier. Late in the 1930's, Gordon contracted typhus, a life-threatening disease. Unable to carry the mail, Clara and Gordon were faced with the prospect of his losing his mail route. As a woman always ahead of her time, and never afraid of hard work, Clara donned the uniform of the Rural Letter Carrier, hoisted the fifty pound leather mail sack, and carried his route. As the first female Letter Carrier in Mission, Texas, her picture appeared on the front page of the Mission Times. In January of 1941, their first child, James Norman Ellis was born. Nine years later, their second child, Donald Eugene Ellis arrived. Clara returned to teaching and retired after thirty years in elementary school. Becoming a widow in 1977, Clara was able to maintain her home in Mission, Texas, until 1989. At that time she moved "up north "to Temple, Texas, where her sisters Carrie and Judy lived. It wasn't until 1991 that her son, James, was able to convince her to move closer to him, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Clara was a proud Texan, born in Texas, raised in Texas, married in Texas, lived in Texas all her life...she finally agreed to move to "West Texas" (Albuquerque), to be near family. Clara was an original tenant at Grand Court Retirement Center (then called Valencia Retirement Center) since April of 1991. The official disk jockey at Grand Court, Clara's Music was a part of every Saturday night. She played selections from a multitude of audio tapes. She had many, many friends whom she grew to love. In addition to the residents, Clara was "adopted" by several members of the staff, who became her surrogate children, most particularly, Terry Campbell and Adela Aragon. Clara is greatly missed and survived by her sons, James and his wife, Kathy of Albuquerque, Don and his wife, J.J. of St. Louis, Missouri; grandchildren, David Ellis of Decorah, Iowa, Jean (and husband, Pat) Aylward of Tampa, Florida, Jim (and wife, Lois) Ellis of Las Vegas, Nevada, Staff Sgt. Mike Ellis, Albuqueruqe, Susie Smietanski of Dallas, Texas, Jennifer (and husband, Sam) Warnock of Seattle, Washington, Anjel Montoya of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Joshua (and wife, Maree) Montoya of Pueblo, Colorado and Alicia Montoya of Seattle, Washington; and her sisters, Judy Davis and Carrie Denson of Temple, Texas. Clara's legacy is the love and joy she leaves in our memories. A memorial service, to share our memories and draw strength from each other, will be held at Grand Court, 300 Valencia Drive, S.E. Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Saturday, July 10, 1999 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be sent in Clara's name to: Mariah House Shelter Care, 5004 Mariah NW, 87120 or Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Road NE 87109.
Donald Wilbur Grince, 76, a resident of Albuquerque for 16 years, passed into the arms of his Heavenly Father on Monday, July 5, 1999. Don was born on March 19, 1923, in Toledo, Ohio where he resided until his retirement from Libbey Owens Ford in 1983. He was a decorated World War II veteran and 32nd Degree Mason for over 50 years. Don belonged to Harbor Light Lodge of Toledo and Temple 6 Lodge of Albuquerque. He was also a current member of the Scottish Rite Body of Toledo and St. Luke Lutheran Church in Albuquerque. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Ruth Grince of Toledo, OH. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Penny (Ella Mae) Grince; daughters, Patricia Schuman and husband, Marvin of St. Louis, MO and Barbara L. Shirrod and husband, Terry of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Christina and Kimberley Shirrod of Albuquerque; brother, Jack Grince of Toledo, OH; and numerous nieces and nephews. Don was a loving husband, parent, and grandfather and an avid senior bowler. He will be remembered by all for his wonderful sense of humor and his love of life, family, friends, and God. He will be missed by all who knew him. Services will be Friday, July 9, at 10:00 a.m. at the Sunset Memorial Park, Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd, NE with Pastor David Cruson officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Don Grince's name to Kaseman Presbyterian Hospital's in patient Hospice Unit, 8300 Constitution, NE, Albuquerque, NM. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
Mary Nee Jarincik, Born June 17, 1919 at Central City PA, passed away July 4, 1999 at St. Francis Gardens nursing home, Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by spouse, John Heuft; and eight children, Julia, John Jr., Jerome, Jeffrie, Jacqueline Mary, Joseph, Jan Thomas, and Jarard. Also grieving are 13 grandchildren. Cremation by Sunrise Society. No flowers. Condolences can take the form of donations to your favorite charity. No funeral services will be held. Rosary remembrance will be announced by Marianist Society, of which she was a long time member. She was also closely associated with Cannosion nuns. Rest in peace.
Brenda Jarman (Austin) Montano, 41, a former resident of Albuquerque, died suddenly Sunday evening in Carson City, NV. She is survived by her husband and Knight in shining armor, Daniel B. Montano; her devoted sons, Travis, Justin and Derek Austin and Daniel A. Saindon-Montano; her mother, Donna Jarman; and her brothers and best friends, Cliff Jarman and wife, Nancy and Eric Jarman and wife, Jessica. Her family also included Huguette Montano, Randy and Jenni Austin, Brent Knudtson and wife, Michelle, Grace Berdino and husband, Victor, Nyla Blankenship, Cathy Knudtson, Cheryl, Paul and David Jarman, Michael Stafford, Tommy Blankenship, Shawn, Jason and Ryan Knudtson and many more cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Alfred J. Jarman; maternal grandparents, Thelma and Henry Knudtson; paternal grandparents, Ann and Alfred Jarman, Sr.; and uncles, Glen and Boyd Knudtson, Jerry Jarman and wife, Betty. Brenda was born in Albuquerque on May 22, 1958. She was the oldest of three children born to Donna Knudtson Jarman and Alfred J. Jarman. Brenda graduated from Manzano High School in 1977 and attended Muir Technical Institute where she received her paralegal certification. She married Daniel B. Montano on May 25, 1991. They moved to Carson City, NV in 1997 from Incline Village. Prior to that they had lived in Colorado and Albuquerque. Brenda was employed as a legal assistant by Allison, Mackenzie, Hartman, Soumbeniotis & Russell, Ltd. She enjoyed drinking cafe lattes with friends, spending time with her family, and she also loved hot air ballooning. Brenda's favorite color was purple. She was a good mother and adored her dog, Penny. Brenda was secretary of the Carson City Oakland Raiders Booster Club. For those who did not know her, know that this world is less one beautiful person who touched many lives. A celebration of Brenda's life will be held Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Her favorite longtime charity was the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. If you wish to make a donation in Brenda's name, please send it to A.A.F.A., 1125 15th Street NW, Suite 502, Washington, DC, 20005. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Margaret E. Koup "Margie", 55, a resident of Albuquerque for ten years, died Wednesday, July 7, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 19 years, William S. Koup of Albuquerque; parents, Joseph and Jeanne Azbell of Decatur, IN; brothers, Joseph Azbell Jr. of Decatur, IN and James Azbell of Indianapolis, IN; two nieces; and one nephew. Mrs. Koup graduated from Decatur High School in Decatur, IN in 1962. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in French and Fine Arts in 1966 and a Master of Secondary Education in 1971 from Purdue University. Mrs. Koup was a lifetime member of the Purdue University Alumni Association. She taught French and Art at Carroll High School in Flora, IN from 1966-1979. In 1980, she began working for Merck Pharmaceuticals and was currently a sales manager and also a member of the Merck Masters Club. Mrs. Koup was a longtime BMW motorcycle enthusiast. Memorial services will be held Monday, 3:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment of cremains will take place at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Flora, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, Inc., 615 Virginia SE 87108 or A.R.C. of New Mexico, 3500 Comanche NE 87107 or to the Salvation Army, 411 Broadway NE 87102. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
DENNIS LEROY LOPEZ
Born-June 29, 1959 DIED-JULY 9, 1995
Mr. Mariano Martinez died on Thursday at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elvida; and two sons, Albino and Juan Martinez. He is survived by eight children, Katy Montano and husband, John, Florentino Martinez and wife, Rosella, Modesto Martinez, Henry Martinez and wife, Mary Lou, Leroy Martinez and wife, Lugie, Carmen Prieto and husband, Ben, all of Albuquerque, Barbara Maldonado and husband, Joe of Rio Rancho and Maria Maese and husband, Charles of Moriarty; eight sisters; 20 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Martinez will be held on Saturday at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty, where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at a private cemetery in Martinez, NM. Pallbearers will be Gary Montano, Ivan Montano, Carlos Martinez, Greg Martinez, Leroy Martinez Jr. and Jose Maldonado. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. in the mortuary chapel. Visitations will be held on Friday, from 12:00 noon until 4:00 p.m., also in the mortuary chapel. A second Rosary will be recited on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Moriarty. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
Alice Mendez, 58, passed away July 7, 1999. She was a longtime resident of Corrales and loved her family very much. She is survived by her husband, Armando; sons, Phillip Garcia and wife, Theresa, and Mike Mendez and fiancee, Tina; daughters, Virginia Piorkowski and husband, Dan, and Susanna Daniela Mendez; brothers, Waldo, Isiah, Max, and Joe; sisters, Grace, Prescillana, and Isabel; ten grandchildren; and many other nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss her. Funeral services will be held at Family Worship Center, 5200 Iliff NW, with a visitation on Friday, July 9, 1999, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 10, 1999, with Pastor Steve Ulibarri officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Ruiz, Robert Ortega, Saul Mendez, Leonel Mendez, Jose Luis Mendez, and John Thomas. Honorary pallbearers will be Jeff Ortega and Paul Ortega. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 343-8008.
Edward A. Neville Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 5, 1999 following a brief illness. He was born February 18, 1940 in Detroit, Michigan and traveled the world while serving in the United States Air Force for 22 years. After retiring from the Armed Forces, he worked at Clocks, Inc. and was part-owner of All Clocks. He then became a Master Gardener and worked at Rowland's Nursery, Pottery Land, and the Home Depot. He and Linda, his wife of 38 years, had resided in Bosque Farms for the last 20 years. He is survived by his wife, Linda; a sister-in-law, Nancy Nunez and husband, Eloy; nieces, Cecilia Nunez and Elena Storm and husband, Tyler; nephew, Jon Nunez; great-niece, Sypria Nunez; and great-nephews, Eddy Nunez and Jake Storm. There will be no funeral services, but a celebration of his life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please forward donations to the New Mexico Cancer Society, 5810 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 in his memory. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
Lee Nick Padilla, 27, a resident of Albuquerque since 1983, died Wednesday, July 7, 1999. He is survived by his parents, Lee and Patricia Padilla; sister, Rosie Padilla; brothers, Lee L. Padilla and Allen Padilla; grandmothers, Libby Padilla and Maria O. Villa; great-aunt, Fillie Padilla; and numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, special relatives and friends. Lee was born and raised in San Pedro, CA. He received his BBA in Marketing from UNM and his MBA in Human Resources from the University of Santa Fe. Lee was an alumni of Delta Sigma Pi Fraternity. He loved to travel and he enjoyed cars and motorcycles. Memorial services will be held Sunday, July 11, 1999, 5:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
Pantaleon T. Pohl, 67, a life-long resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 1999. Mr. Pohl was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Aurora Pohl. He is survived by three daughters, Genevieve Pohl, Anita Pohl Sarvino and husband, Alfredo, and Sandra Lucero; one son, Dickie Pohl; and two grandchildren. Also surviving are six brothers, Primitivo Pohl and wife, Alice of Carlsbad, NM, Mike Pohl and wife, Vivian, Joe Pohl, Charlie Pohl and wife, Frances, Lawrence Pohl and wife, Theresa, and Robert Pohl and wife, Carmen, all of Albuquerque; and two sisters, Gloria Sanchez and husband, Morrie, and Mary Griego and husband, Nino, also of Albuquerque. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Final viewing will be this morning, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass of Christian Burial, which will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. James Moore as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Mike Pohl, Joe Pohl, Charlie Pohl, Lawrence Pohl, Robert Pohl and Manuel Griego. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
Funeral services for Mrs. Josephine Rodriquez will be held on Saturday at the St. Edwin Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visitations will be held on Friday, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., in the mortuary chapel. A Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
Grace F. Schroeder, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Monday, July 5, 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Ortega and husband, Tom; sons, Dr. Gary Schroeder and wife, Mary Ann, Michael Schroeder and Steven Schroeder; granddaughters, Kellie and Tanya Schroeder; grandsons, Gregory and Jamey Schroeder, stepgranddaughters, Marie, Jennifer, and Stephanie; stepgreat-granddaughter, Denise; sisters, Hazel Wolf of IA, Ruth Mavis and Donna Ollig of IL; brothers, Bill, Melvin and Bob Chaney of IL; sisters-in-law, Beverly and Lucy Chaney of IL; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother; father; and two brothers. Grace was employed for 21 years at Albuquerque National Bank and Sunwest Bank. She worked peak and part-time at the Bank after retiring. Grace belonged to Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for 51 years (1948) and was presently a member of Alpha Master Chapter. She had been a life member of Beta Sigma Phi since 1973. She was elected Albuquerque City Council of Beta Sigma Phi Woman of the year in 1995. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, 811 Guaymas NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bob Hall, Gregory Schroeder, Thurman Moore, Marc Hays, Eugene Polito, Tony Polito and Andy Polito. The family would like to thank you for the cards and flowers sent to their mother during her illness. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas, NE, 87110 or the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro, NE, #101, 87108. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Loren E. Teeter, 61, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, July 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Liza Teeter; daughters, Erna Smith and husband, Paul, Charlene Fairchild and husband, Larry and Anita Ronquillo and husband, Alfred, all of Albuquerque; four granddaughters, Lauren Teeter, Alyssa Metoyer, Erin Metoyer and Samantha Ronquillo; sisters, Carol Mitchell of Albuquerque, Betty Oswald and husband, Larry of Cedar Hill, TX and Erna Carlile and husband, James of Duncanville, TX; brother, Lloyd Teeter and wife, Rachel of Sparks, NV; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Teeter was retired from the U.S. Navy after 20 years of service, having served in the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #1517 and held his Fellowship Degree. Services will be held Friday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Lloyd Teeter officiating. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Smith, Larry Fairchild, Alfred Ronquillo, George Pena, John Correa, David Oswald and Kevin Oswald. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Muriel J. Thompson, 79, a resident of Albuquerque for two years, died on Wednesday, July 7, 1999. She is survived by her nieces, Diane Koenig and Elizabeth Farlie and husband, Brent; and two great-nephews, Morgan and Devin Farlie, all of Albuquerque. Ms. Thompson was born in Rhode Island, and lived there as a young girl. She served her country during World War II as a WAC, then resided in California until she moved to Albuquerque two years ago. She was a member of Telephone Pioneers of America, and was employed by AT&T/Lucent Technologies until her retirement. Memorial services will be held locally at Grand Court Retirement Community, at a later date. Services will be held Saturday, July 10 1999, 1:00 p.m., at Rose-Hills Mortuary, Whittier, California. Private interment will take place at Rose Hills Memorial Park, Whittier, California. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to your local chapter of Veterans of Foreign Wars. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
Irene Lucille Warner, born June 6, 1917 in Ft. Stocton, Texas, daughter of James and Clara Blaine. Irene, best known as "Grandma" to her many friends, family and customers, passed away at her home June 29th, family and friends were at her side. She leaves behind two daughters, Sheila Longenette and Kay Hess both of Albuquerque; two sons, Bruce Warner of Plymouth, IN, Karlon Cruse of Kansas City, KS and stepson, Carl Lovelady of Santa Anna, CA; seven grandchildren, Jeff Longenette, Sheryl Romero, Renee Herrera, Cruse Rael, Sheena Hess and Jeremy and Ena Cruse; 19 great-grandchildren, Jason and Sara, Traci and Alex, Adam, Scott, Kay and Jade, Lief, KT, Nicole, Shawn, Jessica and Megan, Daniel, Arron and Kyle, Adam and Andy. But to these children she was known as "Grandma the Great" . Longtime resident and business woman, she owned and operated the K&I Diner for 39 years. Not only building a successful business, but a close and loving relationship with her customers. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her. There will be an open house for her at the K&I Diner July 10th from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 2500 Broadway SE, Albuquerque. In memory of "Grandma" please come and help us celebrate the life of a very colorful woman. She was 82 years old and taken by a familiar enemy, cancer.
James E. "Jim" Anderson, 82, a resident of Los Lunas, peacefully passed away on Friday, July 7, 2000. He was a member of the San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas. James was instrumental in starting the special education program in the Los Lunas Schools. He was a member of the National Farm Bureau Association, the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service, the NM Range Management Association, and was a volunteer for the Earth Team of New Mexico. He was also very active with the Valencia County 4-H Club, and was a former member of the Los Lunas PTA. James retired from the NMSU Agricultural Science Center in Los Lunas after 22 years of outstanding service. He was preceded in death by his son, Philip Edward in 1958; his sister, Lucile Miller in 1998; and his parents, Edward and Ruth Anderson. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Virginia of the family home in Los Lunas; his eight children, Catherine Anderson of Albuquerque, Stephen and his wife, Linda of Woodland Park, CO, Helen Anderson of Los Lunas, Maurine Davis and her husband, Michael of Rio Rancho, Loraine Sanchez and her husband, Donald of Los Lunas, Paul S. of Albuquerque, Mary Anderson of Albuquerque, and Dolores Yarosz and her husband, Ted of Troy, TX; 13 loving grandchildren; his sister, Helen Stephens and her husband, Hershel of Bowie, TX; Uncle Ed was also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews and their children. A Rosary will be held on Monday at 6:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. also at San Clemente Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Los Lentes Catholic Cemetery. The family requests that donations be made in Jim's name to the American Association of Retarded Citizens at 3655 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM
Earl Donald Arp, 76, passed away July 6, 2000. He lived and worked in Grants, NM, for 40 years, and was a member of Grants Church of the Nazarene. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Omea Arp; four children, Erlynn Thomas and husband, Randy, Bruce Arp and wife, Yvette, Dustin Arp and Audry, Dana Arp and Joe; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; three sisters, Margaret Sattler, Pearl Anderson and husband, Carl, Darlene Tunink and husband, Herman; brothers-in-law, Emil Colfack, Leonard Jansen, Delmer Wardrip and Carole, Dwight Wardrip and wife, Sandy; sister-in-law, Mary Arp; several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at the Grants Church of God, 222 Monroe St, at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 10, 2000, with burial following at Bluewater Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the American Heart Association. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico. 505-343-8008.
Dapholyn Marie Beeler, 75, Albuquerque, died Thursday, July 6, 2000, at the Heart Hospital of New Mexico. She was born July 23, 1924 in Pawnee, Nebraska. She graduated from Argentine High School in Kansas City, Kansas in 1942. She lived in the Kansas City area most of her life. After retirement, she lived in Williamsburg and Kincaid, Kansas before moving to Albuquerque in 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Dorsey Beeler in 1998. Survivors include five daughters, Maggie Price and Ruth Summer, both of Albuquerque, Ellen Beeler of Fayetteville, AR, Barbara Hensley of Belton, MO, and Tracy Beeler of Kansas City, MO; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Doris Waddell of Kansas City, MO and Mary Aldridge of Springfield, MO; and a brother, Chuck Facemire of Eldon, MO. At her request, no services will be held. After cremation, interment will be at Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Beeler, (891-8200).
Philip "Tip", 57, passed away July 6, 2000 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Long Island, NY, he moved to Albuquerque in 1975, where he worked as a salesman in the Automotive and Security Alarm fields. As an accomplished Equestrain, he won many awards including P.H.A. Horseman of the Year. He was an active member of the Rio Rancho Mens Golf Association for many years. He served as chairman of New Mexico Special Olympics Golf Tournament. He is survived by wife, Mary Kerchner; children, Lauren Blackmon and husband, David, Karen Taylor and husband, Steve; step-children, Heather Tishma, Grant Kabrick; grandchildren, Jacob Blackmon, Alexis Blackmon, Adam Taylor; parents, Philip and Dorothy Bonacorsa; sisters, Paula Phagan and husband, Dale, Donna Calles, and numerous other family and friends who love and will miss him. A Memorial will be held at #5 Cory Court, Placitas, NM, 867-6319, at 5:00 p.m., July 14, 2000. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to his family thru the funeral home. Direct Funeral Services, 343-8008, 2919 4th NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
