Final visitation for Rachel M. Encinias will be Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta, N.M. with Mass of The Angels to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Albert Gallegos.
Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW in charge of arrangements.
Clifford James Fisk, 76, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002. He is survived by his daughter, Karen Fisk-Mohoric and husband, Mark Mohoric; son, Brian Fisk and wife, Nanette Concotelli-Fisk; all of Albuquerque; brothers, Leonard Fisk and wife, Arlis, of Folsom, CA, Donald Fisk and wife, Irene, and Harry Fisk and wife, Betty, all of Arvada, CO; sister, Irene Oldham and husband, Dave, of Sandy UT; grandson, James Fisk and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viva and sister, Leila Morgan. Mr. Fisk, born in Arvada, CO, was a WWII veteran of the US Navy and retired from Sandia National Laboratory after 35 years of service. Services will be held at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. on Friday, August 9, 2002, 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108 or to American Cancer Society, ATTN: Carla Ramirez, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
David E. (D.E.) Garcia, beloved husband, brother and father died on Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at his home surrounded by family. D.E. was 59 years young. He was the son of Connie Garcia and the late Arturo Garcia of Albuquerque. He is survived by his beloved wife, Evelyn; his cherished daughters, Liane Garcia, Janelle Callahan and husband, Marvin, and Angela Martinez and husband, Peter; his sons, Damian Garcia and wife, Lisa, and Frank Armenta and wife, Renee; sisters, Margarita Trujillo, Irene Smith and Helen Chavez and husband, John. He is also survived by one brother, Gilbert Garcia and wife, Jill, and was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Garcia. D.E. was loved dearly by his nine precious grandchildren, Derrick, Deanndra, Taneke, Peter, Jr; Hannah, Alexis, Frank Jr., Dominic; and great-grandson Derrick, Jr., D.E. is also survived by his very special Goddaughter, Carla and many other loving relatives. D.E. was born into a Catholic family on June 19, 1943. He attended Albuquerque Public Schools, graduating from Albuquerque High School in 1961. He attended U.N.M. and the University of Albuquerque and joined the Albuquerque Police Department in 1965. D.E. retired from the Albuquerque Police Department after 22 years of service to his community. The last 17 years of his career were spent as a Violent Crimes Detective. D.E. was honored as Police Officer of the Month and Officer of the Quarter eventually leading to his selection as Police Officer of the Year in 1985. D.E. was currently serving as President of the Fraternal Order of Police (F.O.P.) Albuquerque Lodge #1. He was a co-founder of the Chicano Police Officers Association of Albuquerque and instrumental in organizing the Albuquerque Police Officers Association Union. As an avid Harley Davidson rider, he was one of the founders of the Blue Nights of New Mexico, Chapter One. He was recently sworn in as a member of the Ballut Abyad Shrine. All whom he touched will miss D.E. Memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, August 10, 2002 at the Albuquerque Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #1 located at 5900 Jefferson N.E. Arrangement by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE.
Margaret Hansen, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, August, 7, 2002.
She is survived by her son, Ralph Hansen and wife, Sandra of Albuquerque; and four grandpuppies.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Hansen in 1970, and son, Alex Hansen.
Private family services are planned at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
Phyllis Hensley, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Tuesday, August 6, 2002. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Honorary Pallbearers will be Greg Kellerman, Deanna Koenen, Zach Kellerman, Jeff Kellerman, Pat Kellerman, Hannah Wandersee and Cole Wandersee. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Children's Hospital and Clinics of St. Paul, 345 N. Smith Ave., St. Paul, MN, 55102. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Margaret F. Kissock, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2002, after a long battle with emphysema. She is survived by her daughter, Shelly Carabajal and husband, Ramon; son, Gary Kissock and wife, Pamela; and grandchildren, Stephen and Laura Kissock and Yvonne and Ramon Quezada. She is also survived by her sisters, Madeline Fiore and husband, Mike, Marion Hirschman and husband, Carl; niece, Kristin Kissock and husband, Russ Hatfield; and several other nieces and nephews. Mrs. Kissock was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Kissock on October 12, 1990. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by the entire family. Margaret was born in Newton Falls, NY and came to Albuquerque in the early 1950's with her husband who was stationed at Manzano Base. She was employed as an executive secretary at the large USF&G insurance firm. She was a member of the Albuquerque Insurance Women's Club. Prior to her retirement in the late 1980's, Margaret and her husband owned several race horses and enjoyed the horse racing industry immensely, as well as boating at Navajo Lake. After retirement, Margaret donated her time to the New Mexico State Agency on Aging Ombudsman Program overseeing nursing homes. Due to her efforts, patients were treated fairly and facilities were improved. She was a longtime member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Margaret loved having lunch with her friends, boating, a small amount of gambling, and being with her family. The family would like to thank the staff at the Montebello on Academy who cared for Margaret so much. Visitation will be Friday, August 9, 2002, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE and a Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, August 10, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona St. SE. Interment of cremains will take place Monday, August 12, 2002, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Stephen Kissock, Ramon Quezada, Michael Fiore, Jeff Church, Ramon Carabajal and Gary Kissock. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of New Mexico, 216 Truman NE, 87108. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
Mike Lovato, 74, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Friday, August 2, 2002. Beloved father is survived by his son, Paul Lovato of Moreno Valley, CA; daughters, Carolyn Perez and husband, Alex of La Palma, CA and Jeanette Garcia and husband, Jerry of San Juan Capistrano, CA; sons, James Lovato of Bernalillo and Phillip Lovato of Albuquerque; daughter, Elizabeth Latten of Albuquerque; beloved grandfather is survived by 14 grandchildren; beloved great-grandfather is survived by 14 great-grandchildren; sisters, Benny Gallegos and husband, Joe of Jerseyville, IL, Emelia Thompson of Rio Rancho, Erlinda Montoya and husband, Herman, Molly Gonzales and Priscilla Aragon, all of Albuquerque; brother, Ignacio Lovato and wife, Gloria of Albuquerque; and former spouse, Mary R. Lovato of Los Alamitos, CA. Mr. Lovato was preceded in death by his son, Michael David Lovato; and grandson, Christopher Paul Lovato. He will be greatly missed. He was a member of San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church and also a member of the Moose Lodge. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW, with Deacon Bob Lewis reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:30 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Lovato, James Lovato, Anthony Gonzales, Herman Montoya, Ben Turrietta, Jason Perez, Nathan Archuleta, Jeremy Garcia, Jerry Garcia and Charles Mims. One of Mike's greatest priorities in life was time. His belief was that it should not be wasted. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
Petra G. Martinez, 85, went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2002. She was born on December 15, 1916 in Seboyeta, NM to the late Roman Gonzalez and Elviria Garcia. She moved to Albuquerque in 1948 and was married to the late Pedro Martinez. Petra worked at the Presbyterian Hospital for 33 years. She is preceded in death by her children, Jaymen Martinez and Rosie Gallegos; brother, Fred Gonzales; and sisters, Margarita Archunde and Elourdes Ramirez. She is survived by her children, Vera Montoya and husband, Tony; sons, Harry (TB) Martinez and wife, Connie and Rudy Martinez and wife, Jennie; 18 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and two great - great - grandchildren. Petra will be deeply missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held on Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited following at 7:00 p.m. in the Eighth Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday morning at Holy Family Catholic Church at 8:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady Of Sorrows Cemetery in Seboyeta, NM. Pallbearers will be Angelo Montoya, Rudy Martinez Jr., Jamie Gallegos, "JJ" Gallegos, Nash Garcia and Robert Garcia. Honorary Pallbearer will be Joel Martinez. Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222.
Gail R. Martin, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1980 passed away on Monday, August 5, 2002. Gail was born August 13, 1924 the daughter of William Cyrus and Geraldine Braddock Rice in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She had been a Social Worker for the City of Grand Rapids before retiring. Gail served in the US Army during WW II. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren S. Martin in 1992; and one brother, William Rice. Gail is survived by her children, Hope Molyneux and husband, Tom, Dana Gerety and husband Richard, and Rick Ross; three grandchildren, Erin Gerety, Danika and Taylor Molyneux; and one brother, John Rice. The Visitation for Gail will be today, Thursday, August 8, 2002 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. with the Service at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho with (The Rev.) Walter F. Smith III officiating. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
Thomas Daniel McCarthy, Jr., 63, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1985, passed away unexpectedly from an accident on Sunday, August 4, 2002. Thomas was born March 12, 1939 the son of Thomas Daniel and Margaret Neder McCarthy, Sr. in Hicksville, New York. He was a Project Superintendent with the Bradbury & Stamm Construction Company. Tom was a member of the Hicksville (NY) Volunteer Fire Department, member of the International Association of Contractors, was in the US Marines Reserves, and he was also a balloon pilot and ballooning enthusiast. Tom is survived by his wife, Maureen M. McCarthy of the family home; children, Thomas Daniel McCarthy,III, of Moyock, NC, Donna Carey of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Timothy J. McCarthy and wife, Robin of Seattle, WA, Wayne M. McCarthy and wife, Luchilla of Rio Rancho, NM, and Bradley Janes of Rio Rancho, NM; one sister, Kathleen Clark of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; one brother, Richard McCarthy of London, England; seven grandchildren, Meaghan McCarthy, Liam McCarthy, Matthew Reed, Samantha McCarthy, David Johnson, Angel Boush, and Thomas Daniel McCarthy, IV; one great-grandchild, Michael Johnson; other survivors include, mother-in-law, Mildred Hoeffner of Largo, FL; brother-in-law, Joseph "Hobo" Hoeffner of Rio Rancho, NM; two sisters-in-law, Donna and Nancy; and a dedicated crew of employees. The Visitation will be held today, Thursday, August 8, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Service on Friday, August 9, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary with Pastor Bob Guido officiating. Cremation to follow services. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
Ruth Marie Oringdulph, born September 14, 1908 in Benson, NE, passed away July 12, 2002 at the Mission Manor Health Care Center in Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lida Major and Morton Pryer Oringdulph; brothers, Fred, George and Frank Oringdulph. She is survived by her sister, Ruby Benson of San Benito, TX; nine nieces and nephews. Ruth served in the Navy during WWII. She was very active with the St. John's Episcopal Cathedral Church. She especially enjoyed playing bridge, traveling and being with her family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at the St. John's Episcopal Cathedral Church, 318 Silver Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 on Monday, August 12, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation has occurred and private interment will be at St. John's Church. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
Trinidad E. Padilla, age 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1969 passed away Tuesday evening, August 6, 2002. Mrs. Padilla was born on November 1, 1912 in Cimmeron, New Mexico. She is survived by her loving children, Loretta and Walter Crespin of Albuquerque and her beloved grandchildren, Kyle Crespin and Kimberlee Crespin and fiancée, Jeff Richards. She is survived by her best friend and sister, Rufina Espinosa, sister, Mae Fernandez and husband, Louis, and brother, William Espinosa and wife, Sadie; numerous nephews and nieces, and many friends and neighbors. She is also survived by members of the Crespin Family who have embraced her as one of their own. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso Padilla; her parents; sisters, Mary Padilla and Cleotilde Cordova and brothers, Ray Espinosa, Adolph Espinosa, and Franklin Espinosa. She was a longtime member of San Felipe Church and the DAV Auxiliary. Trini loved life and especially the time spent with her family. She will remain in the hearts of all those who knew her as a special lady. Rosary will be recited on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks N. of Paseo Del Norte) with Deacon Bob Lewis, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at San Felipe De Neri Catholic Church, 2005 North Plaza NW with Rev. Jerome Plotkowski, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kyle Crespin, Jeff Richards, Roy Dominguez, Steve Lindeman, Freddie Espinosa and Joel Cordova. French Mortuary, Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
Dorothy Ann Ramczyk died peacefully at her home on August 6, 2002 surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of George L. Ramczyk for 56 years and who cared for her in her final illness, with the help of Tammy Teehee and Rosalee Gutierrez. She was the beloved daughter of Louis and Anna Kohner who preceded her in death; beloved sister of Marcella Bougeant; beloved mother of Mary Higgins, Stephen Ramczyk, Margaret Stoliker, Michael Ramczyk, Joan Lane, Daniel Ramczyk, Barbara Ramczyk and Rebecca Markey; beloved mother-in-law, of Bernie Higgins, Patricia Ramczyk, David Stoliker, Kenneth Lane, Kevin Markey and Carol Martin; beloved grandmother of Rachel and Hillary Higgins, Leslie Lamb, Timothy Ramczyk, Kirsten McVeigh, Sarah and Elizabeth Stoliker, Ryan and Hannah Markey; beloved great-grandmother of Taylor Lamb. Dorothy was born in 1925 in Winona, MN. She married George her childhood sweetheart and they moved to New Mexico in 1948 where George worked for the Albuquerque Publishing Co. Dottie and George raised eight children. Dottie was an accomplished pianist and gourmet cook. She will be fondly remembered for her generosity, charitable spirit and her sense of humor. Grandma Dottie's advice to her family on how to navigate through life was, "You have to have a sense of humor." A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 on Friday, August 9, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. Private Inurement at a later date will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 3466 Highway 47, Los Lunas, NM 87031. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
Juanita D. Robles, 90, a long-time Albuquerque resident, died Tuesday, August 06, 2002.
She is survived by a son, Lt.Col. Rolando P. Robles of Avondale, AZ; grandchildren, Christopher, Elizabeth and Robert Robles, all of Redlands, CA.
Her husband, Rolando Robles, preceded Mrs. Robles in death.
She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Parish.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m., Friday, August 9, 2002, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE, with Father Joseph Thai Minh Tran, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd NE.
Patricia Waterman Smith was born on January 23, 1923 to Oliver Harrison Smith, publisher of the Saturday Review of Literature and Claire Spencer, artist and writer. She grew up in New York City, Maine, California, and New Mexico, dividing her time between her mother and father who divorced. Patricia attended the Art Students League in New York City and became a skilled and talented sculptor. During WWII, she worked for the Army Medical Museum in Washington D.C. In 1954, she returned to New Mexico with her children, Carson, Rebecca, Poppy, and George Ballantine. In 1955, she married Peter Smith and they had one child, Claudia. They settled in Corrales, building an adobe home. Patricia was very active in the art community and was a founding member of the Corrales Art Association, the Camel Gallery, the Visual Arts Council of the Corrales Historical Society, and the Bosque Gallery. She also volunteered with the All Faiths Home and served on the Corrales Parks and Recreation Board. She was a devoted and generous mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She leaves behind in addition to her children; grandchildren, Shama, Antonio, Jessie, Gabriel, Morgan, Chloe, Alayne, and Marie; and great-granddaughter, Morgana; a stepdaughter, Sara and Sara's children, Aaron and Madeline. She is also mourned by her husband, Pete and her devoted rat terrier, Dodger. Patricia's friends are invited to a gathering to celebrate her life at her home on Sunday, August 11, 2002 at 2:30 p.m. Donations may be made in her honor to the All Faiths Receiving Home in Albuquerque.
Ernest Frank Trujillo, 48, passed away August 5, 2002 in Albuquerque.
Ernest is survived by many loving family members and friends, that loved and will miss him.
A memorial service will be held at St Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Montano NW, on Friday, August 9, 2002, at 11:00 a.m.
Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m.
Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
Frederick Vishaway, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Thelma Vishaway of Tijeras, NM; daughters, Kathleen Heckler of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Deborah Kinsella and husband, Patrick of Albuquerque, Pamela Serban and husband, William of Colorado Springs, CO, and Jacqueline Young of Modesto, CA; son, Michael A. Vishaway of Albuquerque; daughter, Patricia Maes of Lubbock, TX; son, Paul A. Vishaway and wife, Bernadette of Albuquerque; sister, Emylou Evans and husband, Jim of California; 25 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Rosary will be recited Saturday, August 10, 2002, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Sandy
Hall reciting. Graveside services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Deacon Sandy
Hall officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to charity of your choice. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
Donald Edward Waldrop, 58, of Albuquerque, NM, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002 of pancreatic cancer. He is mourned by his siblings, Julia Alexander and Walter Waldrop; stepson, Derek Phillips; and grandson, Derek Wayne Phillips. They are joined in their grief by a multitude of extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Diane Waldrop in 1993. Mr. Waldrop was born on July 11, 1944, in Breckenridge, TX, where he spent his childhood. After service in the U.S. Navy, he lived most of his life in the Dallas area, with his career taking him at various times to Oklahoma, California, Washington, Michigan, and most recently New Mexico. He was a devout Christian, affiliated with Asbury United Church in Albuquerque. Mr. Waldrop is fondly remembered for his service to Central United Methodist Church of Waco, First United Methodist Church of Rockwall, and for his activities in the Dallas and Central Texas Emmaus Communities. He will be remembered for his generosity, integrity, and devotion. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, August 10, 2002, 10:00 a.m., at Central United Methodist Church Waco, with Rev. Ben Disney officiating. Graveside services will take place at Restland Memorial Park in Dallas at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Keith Payne Boone officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110 or to Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM, 87125-6666. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM.
HAROLD A. COHN, 77, of Taos, died Wednesday. He co-owned and operated Taos' first Phillips 66 service station, known as the Cohn Brothers Phillips 66. In 1958 he owned and operated Harold's Auto Supply until retiring Jan. 1, 1985. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Adelina Cruz Cohn; brothers, Louie, Frank and Levi Cohn; sisters, Evelyn Jacquez, Clorinda and Cordelia Cohn. He is survived by his brother, Robert Cohn (Christine) of Taos; children, Dianna Quintana (Fred) of Albuquerque, Frances Miller (Edward), Amos Cohn (Suzette) all of Taos, and Deborah Feldman (David) of New York; 12 grandchilden; and four great-grandchildren. Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Mountain Home Health Care-Hospice, P.O. Box 2566, 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite 190, Taos, N.M., 87571. Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.
HAROLD WAYNE LUDVIGSON, 68, of El Prado, died Thursday.
He is survived by his wife, Therese Ludvigson; and children, Sydney C. Ludvigson of New York, Lisa A. Ludvigson of Austria and Nathan W. Ludvigson of Portland, Ore.
Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.
CHARLES ARNOLD POLSTER, 75, died Dec. 10, 2001. He was born in Columbus, Ohio, July 17, 1927.
He moved to Los Angeles in 1958.
He is survived by his wife, Kathryn; his brother, niece, nephews, and mother-in-law, Charlotte Ilfeld Rubin.
Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Masonic Cemetery in Las Vegas.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Charles and Adele Ilfeld Foundation, c/o Lawrence Johns, 1019 Douglas Ave., Las Vegas, N.M., 87701, 505-425-5239, or the National Foundation for Cancer Research, P.O. Box 96024, Washington, D.C. 20090-6024. Rogers Mortuary.
Mr. Henry Alvidres Sr., 63, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home in the arms of his loving family on August 5, 2003. Mr. Alvidres is the beloved husband of 38 years to Mrs. Yolanda Alvidres. Mr. Alvidres is survived by one daughter, Grace Saavedra and husband, Mike; one son, Henry Alvidres and wife, Cindy; five sisters, Edna Barela and husband, Johnny, Jennie Lou Meehan and husband, Mike, Rose Yuhas and husband, John, Priscilla Kliem and husband, Ralph and Mary Frances Alvidrez; two brothers, Reyes Alvidrez and wife, Minerva and Ruben Alvidrez; five grandchildren, Sophia and Jacob Saavedra, Cole Gamrath and Daniel and Christopher Alvidres; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Alvidres was a Veterean of the United States Navy serving during Peace-Time. A visitation for Mr. Alvidres will be Sunday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 2:30 p.m. until 3:00pm with a Rosary to be recited at 3:00 p.m. by Eileen Montoya. A final visitation will be Monday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Funeral Service to be held at 9:00 a.m. by Deacon Harry Beare. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. with full Military Honors by the D.A.V. #3. Pallbearers will be, Michael Alvidrez, Steven Salais, Alfonso Salais Jr., Steven Rosales, Michael Saavedra and Frank Morales. Honorary pallbearers will be, Joe Martinez and Frank Rosales. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made under the name of Mr. Henry Alvidres to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of New Mexico, 3150 Carlisle NE Suite #35 Albuq. N.M. 87110, 505-830-6040. Arrangements by:
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