Date: April 28, 2001 Byline: Headline: Jose Sanchez 1919-2001 Jose Sanchez, 81, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Belen, joined our Lord on Thursday, April 26. Jose was a staff sergeant in the Army Air Force during World War II. He worked for Romero Funeral Home for many years before retiring in 1965. He then worked in Old Town for Placitas Cafe in downtown Albuquerque for well over 15 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jacobo and Timofea Sanchez; and three brothers, Sosteno, Elifas and Juan Sanchez. Jose is survived by his daughter, Josephine Fender and her husband, Arthur; two sons, Andrew and Daniel Sanchez; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Tommie Boyd of Ajo, Calif., and Maisie Lozano and her husband, Jesse, of Belen. He is also survived by his loving nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 29, at Romero Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, April 30, at Romero Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor John Wegter officiating. Pallbearers will be Andrew and Daniel Sanchez, Richard Espiritu, John Barba, Paul Chavez and David Rice. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1 p.m. Monday. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: April 14, 2001 Byline: Headline: Sophia Armijo 1919-2001 Sofia Armijo, 81, a resident of Belen, joined our Lord on Thursday, April 12. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, and for many years a member of the Catholic Daughters of America. For over 40 years, she worked at the voting polls at Central Elementary School during elections. Sofia was an avid bowler and proudly competed for over 36 years including many national and state tournaments bringing home her prized trophies. She continued to bowl enthusiastically until October of 2000. She also loved playing bingo but her first passion was her family. She loved her family and passed on her cooking skills for two generations. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pasqual Sr.; her year-old son, Pasqual; her father, Juan Espinosa; her mother, Carmelita Bernal Espinoza; four brothers, Freddie; Disiderio Espinoza; Tedoro and Joe Olguin; and one sister, Cecilia Espinosa. Sofia is survived by her children, Jake and wife, Emelda, of Albuquerque; Carmen and husband, Floyd Montoya, of Tome; Pasqual and wife, Lydia; Ernest, and wife, Kathy; and Alfredo and wife, Flora, all of Belen; 14 grandchildren; 21 great- grandchildren; one sister, Petra Morris of Arizona; one brother-in-law, Joe K. Armijo and wife, Ruth, of Arizona; five sisters-in law, Ramona Mascarena and husband, Eloy, of Albuquerque, Ernestina Cordova and husband, Ben, of Clovis; and Elaria Martinez of Arizona; Josie Espinoza and Lillian Olguin, both of Arizona; and her two aunts, Emma Marquez; and Carmen Baca and husband, Doroteo, both of Adelino. Sofia is also survived by a very dear friend, Margaret Salazar. Friends and family may call on Monday from 5 p.m. until the time of the rosary at 6 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen with interment in the parish cemetery. Pallbearers will be Teresa; Mark; Pasqual III; Ernest Jr. Romolo; Darin; Adam Armijo; and Joey Garcia. Honorary pallbearers will be her son-in-law, Floyd, her four daughters-in- law, Emelda; Lydia; Kathy; and Flora Armijo; five godsons, Felipe Orosco; Gene Gallegos; Tommy Duran; Felipe Mascarena and Ben Cordova. After services, friends and family members are asked to join the family at the Pasqual Armijo residence. Arrangements by Romero Funeral Home in Belen. Date: April 14, 2001 Byline: Headline: Frank Baca 1909-2001 Frank Baca, 91, a resident of La Costancia, died peacefully on Tuesday, April 10, at his daughter's home in Albuquerque while surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus and enjoyed playing poker at the Belen Senior Citizens Center. In the 1940s, Frank received his bachelor's degree in education from the University of New Mexico. He taught school for over 42 years in the Valencia County school system and for many years was principal at the Eastside School on River Road in Belen. Frank wore many different hats in his younger days as he was also a devoted rancher and farmer, and served as secretary-treasure of the Tome Land Grant Corporation. He was preceded in death by his parents, Doroteo and Ramonsita Baca; and his six brothers, Juan, Manuel, Luis, Crestino, Jose Maria and Antonio Baca. Frank is survived by is five children, Mary Sanchez of Albuquerque; Angela Capshaw of Laguna Hills, Calif.; Albert and his wife, Darlene, of La Miranda, Calif.; Frank and wife, Josephine, of Fallbrook, Calif.; and Louis and wife, Debbie, of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one brother, Odelio Baca of Adelino; and two sisters, Tillie Baca and Chona Torres, both of Tome. He is also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews and friends. A visitation will begin at 5:30 p.m., Sunday, April 15 at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with a rosary to be recited at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Monday, April 16, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with Father Tom Greaney officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandchildren, Leslie Acevedo, Crista Ciska, Claude Sanchez Jr., Daniel Sanchez, Michael Baca, Christopher Baca and great-grandchildren, Liza Terry and Adain Sanchez. The family request that donations be made in Frank's memory to The Children's Hospital of New Mexico, 700 Lomas NE, to Woodward Center, Suite #100, Albuquerque, NM 87131. Arrangements by Romero Funeral Home in Belen. Date: April 18, 2001 Byline: Headline: Reginald Rodriguez 1927-2001 Reginald Rodriguez, 73, a resident of Los Lunas and formerly of the Village of Mesita Pueblo of Laguna, died at his home on Saturday, April 14. He was a member of the Episcopal Church and was a retired Episcopal minister. He was also retired from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington, D.C. after 25- plus years of federal service. He was superintendent of the San Felipe Pueblo Schools. He was also a principal and teacher. Reginald was an undergraduate from the Northern Arizona University and a Ph.D graduate from Berkley, California. He was very active in the arts community, serving on the Arts Alliance Board in Albuquerque. He sang with the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra and was a past president of that organization. Reginald performed in Opera Southwest and Musical Theater Southwest. He also sang in several productions in the Washington,D.C., area. He is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Margaret Rodriguez; and three brothers, James, Edward and Ray. He is survived by his wife of eight years, Elizabeth of Los Lunas; his children, Diane Rodriguez-Chavez and her husband, Mike of Las Nutrias,; Dennis and his wife, Kathleen of Albuquerque; Marianne Boergadine-Rodriguez and her husband, Brent, of Albuquerque; and Patrick Linton of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. He is also survived by his many loving uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins, all of Laguna Pueblo. Traditional services were held at the Village of Mesita Pueblo of Laguna Cemetery on Tuesday. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Albuquerque and will be announced at a later time. Romero Runeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Date: April 18, 2001 Byline: Headline: Robert "Bob" Spangler 1926-2001 Robert "Bob" Spangler, 74, born in Denver, Colorado and a resident of Los Lunas, died on Friday, April 13. Bob proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. He was a State Patrol Officer in Denver, Colo., for 13 years and worked at the Los Lunas Correctional Center for another 13 years where he retired in 1992. He is preced in death by his mother, Eunice Spangler in 1991. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Betty Spangler; three sons, Chris; David and his wife, Becky, and daughter, Diane; John and his wife, Roberta; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; his step-children, Dan; Shirley and her husband, George; and four step-grandchildren. Bob is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Josie Chavez; Erlinda Sanchez and Dixie Brown; and brother-in-law, Clovis Chavez. Date: April 21, 2001 Byline: Headline: Maria Stella Chavez de Sedillo 1917-2001 Maria Stella Chavez de Sedillo, 84, a lifelong resident of the Los Lunas area, died on Friday, April 20. Stella, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, lived her life of 84 years in the Catholic and Lord's way. She truly walked the path of Christ, having many friends and family members, her family wrote. She was born in Los Lunas to Thomas and Dolores Chavez on March 12, 1917. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jesus Luciano Sedillo, in 1991; her son, Bernardo Sedillo, in 1971; her daughter, Petra Sedillo Gallegos in 2001; her father and mother, Thomas and Dolores Chavez; four brothers, Frank, Thomas, Carman and Mariano. Stella is survived and mourned by her family including four daughters, Dolores and her husband, Alfonso Jaramillo, Rosemary Lopez, Ymelda Sedillo, Victoria and her husband, Carlos Otero, Marie Stella and her husband, Steve Gabaldon; and one son, H. Lloyd Sedillo and his wife, Marisa; 31 grandchildren, Renee, Jeff, Henry, Ben, Janet, Beverly, Veronica, Geraldine, David Rosemary, Leonella, Isabelle, Adolph, Robby, Tommy, Pamela, John Shannon, James, Valerie, Daniel, Diego, Carlos, Mario, Victoria, Heidi Marie, Karie Ann, Stella Noel, Angela, Christian, Lloyd Jr. and John Jesse; 36 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Lucy Lovato, Margaret Castillo and Francis Castillo; and her many loving nieces and nephews. There will be a viewing from 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 23, at the San Clemente Catholic Church with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 24, at San Clemente Catholic Church with interment following at El Camposanto de Libertad de Sedillos in El Cerro. Pallbearers will be Renee Jaramillo Blythe, Janet Lopez Micaletti, Pamela Hogue, Valerie Gallegos Boltz, Victoria Otero, Heide Marie Gabaldon, Juliette Castillo and Regina Chavez Torres. The family requests that donations be made in Stella's name to the San Clemente Catholic Church Building Fund, 244 Luna Ave. NE, Los Lunas 87031. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: April 25, 2001 Byline: Headline: Guadalupe Elias 1917-2001 Guadalupe Elias, 84, a resident of Los Chavez, joined our Lord on Saturday, April 2l. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. She was well known by family and friends for her generosity to the poor. She always sent money to World Vision for deprived children and the Food for the Poor Foundation to help the needy people. Guadalupe loved her animals, her chickens; peacocks and the two cats that waited for her every morning and evening to be fed. She never took her animals to the vet because she always doctored them herself and they always got well. She loved her children and grandchildren and always looked forward to their many visits. She was preceded in death by her husband, Diego, in 1975; her mother, Felisitas Olivas, in 1996; and two sisters, Candelaria Olivas and Socorro Carrillo. Guadalupe is survived by her 11 children, Ramon Elias and his wife, Edwina of Albuquerque; Lorenza Cordova and her husband, Raul ,of EI Paso, Texas; Lupe Tapia Villalobos and her husband, Martin, of Belen; Filiberto Elias of Morgan Hill, Calif; Carmen Gallegos and her husband, Jesus, of Albuquerque; Maria Chavira and her husband, Tony, of Barstow, Calif.; Petra Abeyta and her husband, Fred, of Compton, Calif.; Lorenzo Elias and his wife, Elaine, of Los Chavez; Jesus Elias and his wife, Olga, of Morgan Hill, Calif.; Mercy Gallegos and her husband, Roberto, of Albuquerque; and Pedro Montano and his wife, Bernice. of Moriarty. She is also survived by her 29 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one brother, Estevan Olivas and his wife, Carmen, of Cuidad Juarez, Mexico; three sisters, Rosario Contreras of El Paso; Petra Romero and her husband, Refujio, of San Jose, Calif.; and Maria Louisa Ramirez of Cuidad Juarez, Mexico. She is also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. A viewing was held from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, April 23, at Romero Funeral Home. Another viewing was held on Tuesday, April 24, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. A rosary was recited on Tuesday. April 24,, at Our Lady of Belen . A funeral Mass will be celebrated by Father Albert Gallegos at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 25, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with interment following in the parish cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jesus, Jesus J., Adam, Roberto and Chris Gallegos; Raul Cordova, Martin Villalobos, and Tony Chavira. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, is in charge of arrangements. Date: April 25, 2001 Byline: Headline: Marina Mora 1903-2001 Marina Mora, 98, died on Tuesday, April 17, at Northeastern Regional Hospital in Las Vegas, Nev. She was born on March 8, 1903, in Chacon, N.M., the daughter of the late Manuel and Rebecca (Bernal) Cordova. She was a resident of Springer and a member of St. Joseph's Catholic church. She was a member of the Altar Society, Legion of Mary, Cursillo and the Springer Senior Citizens. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pedro Mora; her daughters, Rosalie Mora and Helen Trujillo; one son, Alex Mora; a grandson, Marcos Mora; and a great- grandson, Nicholas Mora. Survivors include her daughters, Mercedes Abeyta and her husband, Robert, of Springer; Agnes Tafoya and her husband, Jake, and Mary Hernandez and her husband, Louis, all of Pueblo; and Dora Garcia of Albuquerque; her son, Clarence A. Mora and wife, Melba, of Los Lunas; a daughter-in-law, Elisa Mora of Pueblo; a son-in- law, Tony Trujillo, of Pueblo; 25 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; and one great- great-grandson. Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary was held Saturday, April 21, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Springer followed by a solemn Mass of the Resurrection with Rev. Father C. John Brasher as the celebrant. Funeral arrangements by Alderette- Pomeroy Funeral Home. Date: April 04, 2001 Byline: Headline: Clovis Romero Jr. 1934-2001 Clovis Romero Jr. was called home to be with our Lord on March 26. He was born and raised in Springerville, Ariz., and later graduated from Northern Arizona College. Living in Los Chavez for the past 35 years, he retired as an educator and coach from the Los Lunas and Arizona schools with 40 years of outstanding service. Clovis was an avid sportsman, athlete and, most importantly, a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clovis Sr. and Ruby Romero; and one brother, Ray. Clovis is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Nila Cordova Romero of the family home; three wonderful sons, Ron of Belen, Michael of Florida and Matthew and his wife, Lucretia, of Oklahoma; his one precious daughter, Celina Rivera and her husband, Rene, of Los Chavez; eight grandchildren, Daniel, Jessica, Rene Jr., Rhiannon, Ronda, Clovis Victor, Stephanie and Rebekah; three sisters, Irene, Judy and Carlotta; one sister-in-law, Terry; and one brother-in-law, Ismael "Smiley" Cordova and his wife, Rep. Kandy. He is also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews and the many devoted friends that have become a part of his family. Clovis will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved him. A rosary was held Sunday, April 1, at Romero Funeral Home. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, April 2, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Romero Funeral Home in Belen was in charge of arrangements. Date: April 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Francisco "Frank" P. Sanchez 1941-2001 Francisco "Frank" P. Sanchez, 59, a lifelong resident of Belen, died on Wednesday, April 4. He was a lifelong member of the Valencia County Sheriff's Posse and worked for the Los Lunas Post Office for 14 years. Frank made many friends and touched their hearts easily and was always willing to help others. He was preceded in death by his father, Florenio Sanchez; his son, Pat Garcia; and his sister, Natavidad Gurule. He is survived by his wife, Valerie Garcia; his children, Victor Sanchez of Belen, Dennis Sanchez and wife, Monica, of Belen, Anthony Sanchez of Los Lunas, Andy Garcia and wife, Louise, of Belen, Julie Garcia of Belen, Carla Mora and husband, Tunney, of Albuquerque; his mother, Esquipula Sanchez; his brothers, Meliton P. Sanchez and wife, Eva, of Belen and Ray P. Sanchez and wife, Darlene, of Belen; his daughter-in-law, Victoria Garcia; and numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation for Mr. Sanchez was held on Thursday, April 5, at Riverside Funeral Home. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, April 6, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in TomT. Burial followed in the parish cemetery. Pallbearers were Raymond Sanchez, Ralph Torrez, David Moya, Leroy Moya, Michael Moya, Jamie Sanchez, Albert Romero and Ronnie Sanchez. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen. Date: April 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Laura Beth Blain Tabet 1920-2001 Laura Beth Blain Tabet, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 52 years, died at home peacefully on Thursday, April 5. She is survived by her daughters, Nita Tabet, Linda Tabet and Lori Tabet Breidenbach and husband, Geoffrey; and grandchild, Stephanie Nicole Breidenbach de Tabet; and; son, Peter Tabet Jr. and wife, Lyn and their children, Rebecca Lynn, Scott Michael and Brian Stewart Tabet; sisters, Juanita Seran of Albuquerque, Mary Remy of Midwest City, Okla., Eula Yott and husband, Don of Shawnee, Okla. and Gloria Knox of Moore, Okla.; sisters-in-law, Clara Sanchez of Albuquerque, Mary and husband, Kilo Sanchez and Lily Tabet, both from Belen. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Peter G. Tabet; and son, Peter Blain Tabet. Beth was active in the PTA and numerous activities for her children. She loved to play bridge and was active in the Catholic Church. Beth worked at Bookworld, Social Security Administration, and helped run Albuquerque Bolt and Fastener with her husband. She was a source of strength to her family even through her own illness, and she will be greatly missed by family and friends. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremains will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 9, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Father John Plans, celebrant. Contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School NE, Suite 310, 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary in Albuquerque. Date: December 22, 2001 Byline: Headline: Charlie M. Taylor 1927-2001 Charlie M. Taylor, 74, died at the Veteran's Hospital in Albuquerque on Tuesday, Dec. 18, after a long battle with cancer. Charlie was born in Herford, Texas, to John and Leona Smith Taylor on Aug. 10, 1927. Charlie and his family moved to the Hatch Valley in 1934, where they farmed. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served from 1952 to 1955 in the Korean Conflict. He belonged to Amer-ican Legion Post 14 and received an honorable discharge in March, 1955. He was a member of the Baptist Church in Salem, N.M., and was baptized at the age of 12. Charlie worked in the Halliburten oil fields and he also worked for Brown Construction for 16 years, Kent Knowline and Co-Con construction companies. He later went into business for himself with his sons as Taylor & Sons Welding & Mechanics. He retired because of health reasons. His favorite hobby was gardening and harvesting fresh vegetables. On July 3, 1957, he married Tweedie Dean Gage in Las Cruces. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents; his oldest brother, Lifford, in 1986; his youngest brother, Glynn Taylor, on April 21, 2001; his parents-in-law, Ernest "Toad" Lathan and Allene Dean. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Tweedie of the family home; two daughters, Lorain Gage Flack and husband, J.L., of Belen, and Electra Gage Harvey and husband, Kent, of Socorro; two sons, Ernest Gage of Los Chavez and Charlie Taylor Jr. of Las Vegas; one granddaughter, Julie Flack Lopez and her husband, John, of Belen; and one grandson, Jerod Flack. Pallbearers were Ernest Gage, J.L. Flack, Jerod Flack, John Lopez, Kent Harvey and Lee Tolzin. Honorary pallbearer was Charlie Taylor Jr. Graveside services were held on Friday, Dec. 21, at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Hatch with immediate family and friends. Pastor Jim Wilburn and the Rev. Roy Gates officiated for the services. A Marine Honor Guard was present to perform a flag ceremony. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to cancer research or the Belen Christian Church, P.O. Box 627, Belen 87002. Direct Services in Albuquerque was in charge of arrangements. "I want to thank the Belen Christian Church for all the prayers they gave to Charlie and our family," his wife wrote. Wednesday, March 13, 2002 David Bibiano 1914-2002 David Bibiano, 87, a resident of Los Lunas, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 6, at an Albuquerque hospital. He was born on Nov. 14, 1914, to Manuel and Marie Bibiano in Chihuahua, Mexico. He proudly served his country with the Army during World War II. David worked as a car man for the Santa Fe Railway and later retired with many years of dedicated service. After retirement, he was employed with Gil's Bakery for more than 20 years as a very skilled baker. He was also well known in the area as Mariachi, the musician. He is loved dearly and will be greatly missed by all, his family wrote. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Virginia, in 1998; and his sister, Leneor Salas in 1999. He is survived by his children, Patsy Chavez and her husband, Richard, of Los Lunas, Richard and his wife, Louisa, Sato and his wife, Beatrice, and David and his wife, Kathy, all of Belen; one daughter-in-law, Pam Bibiano of Moriarty; 18 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Manuel Bibiano of Belen. David is also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews and friends. A viewing was held on Sunday, March 10, at Romero Funeral Home with a rosary following. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, March 11, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment followed at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jason, Joe and Juan Chavez; Scott and Ricky Bibiano and Mark Bibiano. Honorary pallbearers were Vincent Zamora, Johnny Gutierrez, Pete Sisneros, Jonathan Chavez, Richard Santa Cruz and Matthew Sisneros. Romero Funeral Home is providing for the family. Mercedes "Mercy" Lenore (Gabaldon) Ethridge 1927-2002 On the morning of Thursday, March 7, Mercedes "Mercy" Lenore (Gabaldon) Ethridge's spirit was released and lifted to serve her Lord in Heaven after 74 years on earth. Those who are left behind to grieve her passing in-clude her two devoted children: Steven Ethridge and wife, Liana, and Michelle Tafoya and special son-in-law, John Rey; and her three precious grandchildren, Jonathan Ethridge, and Miles and Rebecca Tafoya. Mercedes was preceded in death by her parents, Lugarda and Juan Gabaldon; three brothers: Gillie, George and Bill Gabaldon, and two brothers-in- law; Joe Gallegos and Leon Prevot; her niece, Diane; and her nephews, Mario and Frank. Mercedes is also survived by her loving sisters, Annie Gallegos, Felice Prevot, Dolores (Dolly) Apodaca and husband, Henry, Corrine Sedillo and husband, Filo, and Loretta Buonauro and friend, Jerry Sanchez; and her wonderful brothers and their spouses, Milton Gabaldon and wife, Geraldine, and Eugene Gabaldon and wife, Gloria; also her sisters-in-law, Lala Gabaldon and Elizabeth Gabaldon; and her loving aunts, cousins, and nieces and nephews and a host of friends. She will be greatly missed but not forgotten for her many kindnesses and her unwavering love towards family and friends. Mrs Ethridge was a dedicated and contributing member of the Catholic Church. She worked as a nursing assistant and caretaker all her life, both at home and at St. Joseph's Hospital and the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School. "Her faith in God was strong; and she had absolutely no vices," her family wrote. "She was a woman of substance who lived up to her name, Mercy." The lesson her children and family and friends take away from Mercy's spirit and life is that a mother's love is unfailing and respectful, thankful to God and ever vigilant and responsible for the role as a parent that she plays in not only her children's but many other children's lives as well. The numerous children she tended to at the Los Lunas Training School were also blessed by her love; she was like a mother to all of them and doted on many of them. Mercedes was exceptional and her love was strong for many people, all of whom were touched by her. She understood the beauty and the godliness of a less-than- perfect body, of a small life with no connections or family, of a child or an adult with no hope for recovery or normality, of a suffering and tormented soul. She did all she could to make others comfortable, and she understood and lived her part in our fabric of life. All these things she did quietly and deliberately because she understood her role and she lived the truly good life. After her retirement from the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School, Mercy enjoyed visiting and travelling with friends. She was a participating member in the local senior citizen centers and enjoyed helping out and attending. She met many friends there as well and was ready to go on their outings and organized functions at a moment's notice, especially to Laughlin and Las Vegas, where she always had a great time. She delighted in describing how she won at bingo at the center and in those trips to Laughlin; how she won and where they ate. Mercy was always generous with her winnings and would be so excited to share her winnings with her children and grandchildren, always dreaming about what she would do with really big winnings. She had fun on these bus trips and invited and treated many family members to go along with her. She always wanted people to have a good time. One of her particular sayings throughout her life, when her kids and grandkids would go visit friends or go on a trip was "Have a good time, Honey." Mercy suffered from Alzheimer's disease and God saw that she was getting restless, and called her home gently. Mercy was only 15 when her mother passed away. During her illness, she expressed many times how she hoped to see her mother soon. Her words were "Dear Mom, I miss you very much, but maybe someday we'll be together." A singular thought, kept hopeful over her lifetime, that we are comforted to know that she has now, surely and finally, experienced in her most glorious moment at 3:07 a.m. last Thursday: Her reunion with her mother and father and other family members who have passed before her. Her passing into heaven was her most glorious moment and her children and family rejoice at all her choices in life and at having known and learned from her. Christian Mass was held for Mercy last Saturday, March 9, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church; celebrant was Father David Gallegos. Her internment was at Our Lady of Belen Cemetary. Mercy was buried next to her parents and will surely be praying for us who are left to grieve her passing. Pallbearers were Kenny Gallegos, Roland Sanchez, Frank Buonauro, Leon Prevot, Miles Tafoya, and Diego Marlar. Thanks go out to Deacon Manuel Gallegos for leading her rosary and assisting the family. Mercy's family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who assisted in easing her final days: Dr William K. Summers; Susan and the other caring nurses and staff at Anna Kaseman Hospital; and all the love that can be expressed to Mary Kay, Lydia, Esther, Lissa, Virginia, Toni, and Astrid, and the other wonderful nurses and staff who gave special, compassionate care to Mercy and her family during her final stay at Sandia Hospice, Floor 10, St Joseph's Hospital, Albuquerque, NM. Finally, her children also want to thank Mercy's family and friends for each and every tender word and loving gesture extended toward them during Mercy's illness. Gabaldon Mortuary was in charge of the arrangements. Verlyn Lloyd Foster 1944-2002 Verlyn Lloyd Foster, 57, a resident of Meadow Lake, died on Thursday, March 7. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Velma Foster; and two brothers, Mervin and Norman. He is survived by his three children, Verlyn W. and his wife, Garri of Meadow Lake, Tammy Foster of Monroe, Ore., and Charles, also of Oregon; his two grandchildren, Brandon and Ashlee of Los Lunas; his brothers, Ronnie and Larry of Nevada, Leroy of Arizona, Leland and Lauren; and his sister, Maxine, also of Arizona. A service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 16, at the Romero Funeral Home Chapel. He is also survived by his loving nieces and nephews. Romero Funeral Home is assisting the family. Leonard H. Modesto Jr. 1971-2002 Leonard H. Modesto Jr., 30, died in Stockton, Calif. He was a native of Belen until he moved to Stockton. He was employed by Brake Masters as a mechanic for one year. Leonard is survived by his parents, Leonard Sr. and Mercy Modesto; his beloved children, Timmy Tadena, Leonard Modesto III and Alyssa Anna Gibson, all of Stockton; his grandmother, Virginia Torres of Belen; his brothers, Paul H. and Joseph A. Modesto; and his sisters, Roxanne R. Modesto and Naomi Alonso, all of Stockton. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. A visitation will be held from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at the Deyoung Memorial Chapel in Stockton, Calif. Family and friends are invited to attend a rosary at St. Linus Church at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 14. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 18, at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Susan Moya-Baca 1945-2002 Susan Moya-Baca, 56, died on Saturday, March 9. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church and a resident of Adelino. Susan was a licensed cosmetologist working throughout Valencia County. She also worked for the Valencia County Juvenile Detention Center as a detention officer. Susan's pride and joy was when she and her husband, Arnold, decided to open their arms to several foster children who needed a loving home. She loved arts and crafts and was talented in many ways, including the ceramic restoration of old statues. She was preceded in death by her mother, Maria Henita Moya, in 1978; her maternal grandparents, Gregorio and Maria Eugenia Salaz; and her paternal grandparents, Perfecto and Anita Moya. She is also preceded in death by many of her loving aunts and uncles. Susan is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Joseph Arnold of the family home in Adelino; her three sons, Mark Torres of Battle Mountain, Nev., Daniel Torres and Ivan Torres of Las Vegas, Nev.; six grandchildren, Jason, Lucas, Pablo, Jared, Justin and Steven; her father, Jack Moya and his wife, Leo, of Albuquerque; her sister, Mary Ann Stracener and her husband, Pete; and her loving niece, Jacqueline, all of Drasco, Ark. She was blessed by her extended family, Alex and Albert Romero, Frances Castillo, Helen Chavez and all their families; her father- and mother-in-law, Doroteo R. and Carmen Baca of Adelino; six brothers-in-law, Ramon, Patrick and his wife, Annie, Angelo and his wife, Judy, Jacob, George and his wife, Elizabeth, Charles and his wife, Mary Margaret; and one sister-in-law, Elizabeth Baca. She is also survived by her very dear friends, Mary "Nana" Montaño and Carmen Montoya. She is also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. Susan never met a stranger, and she would always go out of her way to talk and visit with someone she knew, even if it meant making her and Arnold late. With the highest regards to Susan's wishes, cremation has taken place. Family visitation will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with a rosary following at 6 p.m. A funeral Mass will also take place at Our Lady of Belen at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 14. Interment will be at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Jacob Ray Page-Chavez (Baby J) 2001-2002 Jacob Ray Page-Chavez (Baby J) went to be with our heavenly father on Sunday, March 10. He was born on April 26, 2001, to Sheresa Page-Trujillo and Gilbert Danny Chavez. He was preceded in death by his great-grandma, Barbara Gieseck; and his great- grandpas, Raymond Trujillo and Michael Lopez. He is survived by his parents, Sheresa and Danny; his maternal grandparents, Raymond and Theresa Trujillo; his paternal grandparents, Gilbert and Anna Chavez; his aunts, Desiree, Melissa, Anna, Connie and her husband, George, and Pauline; his uncles, Raymond III, James, Christopher and his wife, Patty, Harry and his wife, Sherry; and numerous relatives and friends. "Baby J was our special little angel," his family wrote. "During his short life, he brought much joy to all who knew him. Your memory is our keepsake, with that we will never part, God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts." Visitation for Baby J will begin at 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, at San Antonio Catholic Church on Los Lentes Road in Los Lunas with a rosary to begin at 6 p.m. recited by Deacon John O'Hare. Funeral services will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 14, at San Antonio Catholic Church with burial to follow in the San Clemente Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Raymond III, James, Desiree and Melissa. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen. Kenneth D. Pergola 1961-2002 Kenneth D. Pergola, 41, a resident of Los Lunas, died unexpectedly on Saturday, March 9. Ken was a member of the Valencia Valley Church of the Nazarene. He had a passion for motorcycles and was a motorcycle brother to many. Ken also proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his beloved wife, Victoria (Tody) of 13 years; his precious daughter, Jaclyn; and his friend and son, Stephen Medina and his wife, Jessica. He is also survived by his father, Joe Pergola and his wife, Jackie, of California; his mother, Joanne Bridge and husband, Leo of Virginia; his brother, Carl and his wife, Christina, of Albuquerque; his sister, Kendall and her husband, David, of Virginia; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Memorial services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at the Valencia Valley Church of the Nazarene, 33 El Cerro Road in Los Lunas. On Friday, March 15, those who wish are invited to meet at 8 a.m. at the Valencia Valley Church of the Nazarene for a motorcycle procession to Mount Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque where graveside services will be held at 9 a.m. with full military honors. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen. Frances W. Scott 1938-2001 Frances W. Scott, our beloved mother, wife, grandmother and friend went to be with our Lord Jesus. Frances was born in Albuquerque on March 28, 1938, to Ernest and Babe Brown formerly of Albuquerque and now of Clovis. She was preceded in death by her brother, Walter Brown. Frances leaves behind a husband, David Scott of Belen; four sons, Daniel Denton and wife Bobbie of Albuquerque, James E. Denton and AnnMarie Barry of Los Lunas, Dean D. Denton and wife Lisa of Owsso, Okla., David Lee (Boo) Scott and wife, Loretta, of Belen; and one daughter, Wanda Shiflett and husband, Bill, of Stratford, Okla. Frances leaves behind one sister, Darlene Howard and husband, Don, of Clovis; and four grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and friends who will all miss her dearly. Frances loved the outdoors, her mule, Velvet, and she loved riding her four-wheeler with her family and friends. She will be missed dearly and the comfort lies in that we will all see her again. A service will be held in her honor on Friday, March 15, at 11 a.m. at the Casa Colorada Church south of Belen. Date: March 21, 2001 Byline: Headline: Kenneth Stone Booz 1924-2001 Kenneth Stone Booz, 76, a resident of Los Lunas and formerly of Point Pleasant, Pa., died on Sunday, March 18. Ken served in the U.S. Army and the European Theater during World War II. He survived the Normandy Invasion and the Battle of the Bulge. Up until his death this week, he attended reunions and group gatherings remembering the years he proudly served his country. He was a member of the Point Pleasant Baptist Community Church, Moose Lodge in Doylestown, Pa., and the 106th Recon Troop, U.S. Army. Ken was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying his gardening, landscaping and hunting excursions. He leaves behind many wonderful and loving pets and truly was a wildlife enthusiast and conservationist. Ken was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 53 years, Doris; and his parents, George Walker and Lucy Nace Booz; and his sisters, Alice, Vivian and Patsy. He is survived by his son, Glenn A.; his daughter, Barbara J. Booz, both of Los Lunas; also his dear and loving friend, Jaclyn M. Willis; his brothers, George Walker of Gardenville, Pa., William Henry of Big Island, Va., and James Robert and Raymond Edward, both of Poiint Pleasant, Pa.; and his loving sister, Gladys Lewis of Kitnersville, Pa. With the highest regard to Kenneth's wishes, cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 03, 2001 Byline: Headline: Eileen Garcia 1959-2001 Eileen E. Garcia, 41, a lifelong resident of Peralta, died on Thursday March 1, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 7, 1959. She was proceeded in death by her maternal grandmother, Victoria C. Tapia, and her paternal grandmother, Amalia Garcia. Eileen is survived by her loving mother whom she resided with, Rosie Tapia Garcia; her father, Osben Garcia of Peralta; her maternal grandfather, Ofelio J. Tapia of Peralta; her brothers and sisters, Gene Garcia and wife, Barbara; Kathie Garcia; Herman Garcia and wife, Jeri, all of Peralta; Regina Soto and husband, Mike; and James Garcia, all of Nev.; two nieces, Bernadette Deats and Emilia Garcia; seven nephews, Mikie and Raymond Soto; Max Montoya; Christopher, Alfredo, James II and Juan Garcia; one great-grant nephew, Kane Deats; and one great-grand niece, Kendra Deats, who were Eileen's pride and joy. She is also survived by her two special aunts, Lita Maez and Frances Griego, and many other aunts, uncles and cousins. A viewing will be held Sunday, March 4, at 5 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta followed by a rosary at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Guadalupe on Monday, March 5, at 10 a.m. with interment in the Valencia Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mikie and Raymond Soto, Max Montoya, Christopher, Alfredo, James II, and Juan Garcia, and Mark Gallegos. Honorary pallbearers will be Tere Gallegos, Anita Griego, Yvonne Maez, and Mela Garcia. Romero Funeral Home, Belen. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Nicholasa "Nicki" Armstrong 1944-2001 Nicholasa "Nicki" Armstrong, 56, a lifelong resident of TomT, died peacefully at the family home in TomT on Sunday morning, March 4. Nicki was an active member with the senior citizens. She was an avid walker and loved being outdoors gardening. She was preceded in death by her father, Emiliano Marquez, in 1990, and her niece, Jennifer Marquez, in 1992. She is survived by her mother, Lucinda Marquez of the family home in TomT;. two sisters, Corine Hernandez of California and Bonnie and her husband, Kenneth Cooper, of Belen; seven brothers, Albert Marquez and his wife, Carmel, and Pablo Marquez, all of TomT, Felix and Anthony Marquez of the family home in TomT, Amarante and Willie Marquez, both of California, and Danny Marquez and his wife, June, of Los Lunas. Nicki is also survived by many loving aunts and uncles and many many loving nieces and nephews. Due to the family's wishes, private cremation has taken place. Services will be held at a later date. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main in Belen, is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Petra Sedillo Gallegos 1941-2001 Petra Sedillo Gallegos, 59, a resident of Los Lunas, died on Friday, March 2. She was a member of San Clemente Catholic Churchin Los Lunas. Petra is preceded in death by her father, Jesus Sedillo, and her brother, Bernardo Sedillo. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Fred Gallegos; three wonderful children, James Gallegos and his wife, Ursula, Valerie and her husband, Scott Botz, and Daniel Gallegos and his wife, Kay; five grandchildren, Tatiana, Maya and Louis Gallegos, Anastasia Gallegos and Matthew Tanner Botz; her mother, Stella C. Sedillo; five sisters, Dolores and her husband, Al Jaramillo, Rosemary Lopez, Ymelda Sedillo, Vickie and her husband, Carlos Otero, and Marie and her husband, Steve Gabaldon; one brother, Lloyd Sedillo and his wife, Marisa; and many loving nieces and nephews. Petra is also survived by her father-in-law, Fred Gallegos Sr.; three brothers-in-law, Dennis Gallegos and his wife, Connie, Greg Gallegos and his wife, Barbara, and Marty Gallegos; and one sister-in-law, Reina Gallegos. A viewing was held on Monday, March 5, with a rosary following at San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday, March 6, at San Clemente followed by interment in the El Cerro Cemetery in Los Lunas. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main in Belen, is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Eileen E. Garcia 1959-2001 Eileen E. Garcia, 41, a lifelong resident of Peralta, died while surrounded by her family on March 1. She was born on Aug. 7, 1959. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Victoria C. Tapia, and her paternal grandmother, Amalia Garcia. Eileen is survived by her loving mother with whom she resided, Rosie Tapia Garcia; her father, Osben Garcia of Peralta; her maternal grandfather, Ofelio J. Tapia of Peralta; her brothers and sisters, Gene Garcia and his wife, Barbara, Kathy Garcia, Herman Garcia and wife, Jeri, all of Peralta, Regina Soto and husband, Mike, and James Garcia, all of Nevada; two nieces, Bernadette Deats and Emilia Garcia; seven nephews, Mikie and Raymond Soto, Max Montoya, Christopher, Alfredo, James II and Juan Garcia; one great-grandnephew, Kane Deats; and one great-grandniece, Kendra Deats, who were Eileen's pride and joy. She is also survived by her two special aunts, Lita Maez and Frances Griego; and many other aunts, uncles and cousins. "Eileen will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her," her family wrong. A viewing and rosary were held Sunday, March 4, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta. Funeral Mass was celebrated at Our Lady of Guadalupe on Monday, March 5, with interment in the Valencia Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Mikie and Raymond Soto, Max Montoya, Christopher, Alfredo, James II and Juan Garcia and Mark Gallegos. Honorary pallbearers were Tere Gallegos, Anita Griego, Yvonne Maez, Mela Garcia, Marietta Brock and Barbara Delgado Orona. Romero Funeral Home in Belen was in charge of arrangements. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Lora S. Padilla 1974-2001 Lora S. Padilla, 27, a resident of Belen, died on Monday, Feb. 5. She was a very creative and artistic person who was faithfully seeking the Lord with her heart. She was preceded in death by her father, Louis Abeyta. Lora is survived by her three children, Jacob Perez, Mark Gallegos and Andrew Padilla; her mother, Susan Abeyta; her brother, Paul Featherston; and her sisters, Kimberly Abeyta and Melissa Abeyta. A visitation for Lora will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7, at Riverside Funeral Home Chapel with a memorial farewell service to begin at 7 p.m. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Bessie Baca Sanchez 1914-2001 Bessie Baca Sanchez, born Jan. 8, 1914, a resident of Jarales, died peacefully on Friday, March 2. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church and belonged to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Catholic Daughters and the League of the Sacred Heart. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Macedonio Baca; her husband of 15 years, Pat Sanchez; two grandchildren, Oster Chavez and Charles Chavez; one brother, Erlindo Trujillo; and two sisters, Lola Trujillo and Eutemia Montoya. She is survived by her nine children, Margaret Josephs, Arsenio Baca and his wife, Rose Marie, all of Las Vegas, Nev., Dolores and her husband, Abran Silva, Albino Baca and his wife, Helen, Lucy and her husband, Gillie Garcia, Manuel Baca and his wife, Nattie, all of Jarales, Helen and her husband, Leo Chavez, of Los Trujillos, Marina and her husband, Moises Griego, of Los Lunas, and Delma and her husband, Ronnie Carrillo, of Bosque; 19 grandchildren; 29 great- grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Bessie is also survived by four sisters, Josie Molina, Carmen and her husband, Elfigo Sanchez, Rosie and her husband, Larry Laveque, Cidia and her husband, Albino Trujillo; and one brother, Eulalio Trujillo and his wife, Clarita. A viewing and rosary were held on Tuesday, March 6, at the Jarales Catholic Church. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, at the Catholic Church in Jarales with interment following at Our Lady of Belen parish cemetery. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 10, 2001 Byline: Headline: Mary Duran 1926-2001 Mary Duran, 74, beloved mother and grandmother was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 8, peacefully, while surrounded by her loving family. Mary was a resident of Belen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jose La Luz Duran; a son, Christino Duran; a daughter, Alice Benavidez; a grandson, Joseph Duran, Sr.; and a sister, Rosalia Gallegos. She is survived by her loving son, Ronnie Duran, Sr. and Rafelita Vigil; a son-in-law, Eddie Benavidez; her precious grandchildren and caregiver, Christina Lopez and husband, Vicente, Deborah Benavidez of the family home, Raquel Valdez, Ronnie Duran Jr., and wife, Melissa; Carlos Duran and April, Beverly Gonzales and husband, Ron; Pamela Lopez and husband, Armando; Michelle Sterling and husband, Bryant; Cynthia Ruiz and husband, Peter; two brother-in-laws; five sister-in-laws; and numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those who know and loved her. Visitations will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary in Albuquerque. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Lawrence Edwin Benavidez, Ronnie Duran Jr., Carlos Duran, Ronnie Gonzales Jr., Jose Benavidez, Thomas Ruiz, Andrew Benavidez and David Baca. Honorary bearers will be all of Mary's great grand children. Arrangements by Alameda Mortuary, 9420 St. NW, 898-3160. Date: March 10, 2001 Byline: Headline: Eileen E. Garcia 1959-2001 Eileen E. Garcia, 41, a lifelong resident of Peralta, died while surrounded by her family on March 1. She was born on Aug. 7, 1959. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Victoria C. Tapia, and her paternal grandmother, Amalia Garcia. Eileen is survived by her loving mother with whom she resided, Rosie Tapia Garcia; her father, Osben Garcia of Peralta; her maternal grandfather, Ofelio J. Tapia of Peralta; her brothers and sisters, Gene Garcia and his wife, Barbara, Kathy Garcia, Herman Garcia and wife, Jeri, all of Peralta, Regina Soto and husband, Mike, and James Garcia, all of Nevada; two nieces, Bernadette Deats and Emilia Garcia; seven nephews, Mikie and Raymond Soto, Max Montoya, Christopher, Alfredo, James II and Juan Garcia; one great-grandnephew, Kane Deats; and one great-grandniece, Kendra Deats, who were Eileen's pride and joy. She is also survived by her two special aunts, Lita Maez and Frances Griego; and many other aunts, uncles and cousins. "Eileen will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her," her family wrote. A viewing and rosary were held Sunday, March 4, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta. Funeral Mass was celebrated at Our Lady of Guadalupe on Monday, March 5, with interment in the Valencia Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Mikie and Raymond Soto, Max Montoya, Christopher, Alfredo, James II and Juan Garcia and Mark Gallegos. Honorary pallbearers were Tere Gallegos, Anita Griego, Yvonne Maez, Mela Garcia, Marietta Brock and Barbara Delgado Orona. Romero Funeral Home in Belen was in charge of arrangements. Date: March 14, 2001 Byline: Headline: Elisapeta Taylor 1934-2001 Elisapeta Taylor, 66, a resident of Los Lunas and formerly of Honolulu and American Samoa, died on Sunday, March 11. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert Sagaio, in 1995 and her father, Tufi Tagaledo. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, John C. Taylor of the family home; her sons and daughters, Amanda Sala and husband, Ielu, of Honolulu, Denise Lam and husband, Larry, of Phoenix, Kevin Sagiao of Owyhee, Nev., Renita Stewart of Eureka, Calif., and Richard Taylor of Cookeville, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren; and six sisters and three brothers. Elisapeta is also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, March 13, at the Romero Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at noon Wednesday, March 14, in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 24, 2001 Byline: Headline: Rosa B. Chavez 1909-2001 Rosa B. Chavez, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, passed from this earth on Thursday, March 15, to begin her new journey. Rosa was preceded in death by her husband, Juan Chavez, and her daughter, MaryAnn Chavez. She is survived by her children, Cecilia Padilla and husband, Roger Sr.; Arturo Chavez and wife, Barbara; Leonard Chavez and wife, Dolly; Tony Chavez and wife, Mary; Carmen Benavidez and her husband, Orlando; Sofie Giron and husband, Gene; Robert Chavez and wife, Esther; Moises Chavez and wife, Julia; and Angie Hutson and husband, John. Rosa had many loving grandchildren, great- grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren and will always be remembered for her loving and forgiving nature. Pallbearers were Ronald Padilla, Donald Padilla, Eric Giron, Robert Lee Padilla, Gary Padilla and Juan Chavez. Honorary pallbearers were Johnny and Tony Chavez. Rosary was recited on Sunday, March 19, at St. Edwin Catholic Church with Deacon Chavez reciting. Mass was celebrated on Monday, March 20, at St. Edwin's with Father Jose Hernandez as celebrant. Interment followed at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery in Peralta. French Mortuary in Albuquerque was in charge of arrangements. Date: March 24, 2001 Byline: Headline: Vera Soledad Maria Chavez 1940-1999 Vera Soledad Maria Chavez, 60, a resident of Adelino, died peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 20, while surrounded by her devoted family. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in TomT. She was preceded in death by her father, Ramon F. Sanchez. Vera is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Lawrence "Larry" Chavez; her five children, Ruth Groom, Mary Valdez and husband, Randy, Lawrence Pacheco, Dolores Pacheco and her fiancT, Roman Madrid, and Sheri Chavez; 11 grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; her mother, Elisia Sanchez; her brothers and sisters, Emily Castro, Marcella Romero, Adolph Sanchez, Gloria Trujillo and husband, Ernest, Isabel Lovato and husband, Mike, Theresa Humphreys and husband, Terry, and Raymond Sanchez. She is also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews and friends. A visitation was held on Thursday, March 22, followed by a rosary at Romero Funeral Home. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, March 23, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment followed in TomT Parish Cemetery. Pallbearers were Elojio Monta±o, Adolph and Raymond Sanchez, Ernest Trujillo, Mike Lovato, Terry Humphreys, Johny Chavez and George "Gejo" Romero. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 24, 2001 Byline: Headline: Clorinda C. Garcia Died 2001 Clorinda C. Garcia, a resident of Belen, died on Thursday, March 22. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Clorinda was a local schoolteacher with the Belen Public Schools and later retired with 40 years of outstanding service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andres; two sisters, Anita Chavez Castillo and Mary Chavez Sachs; and one niece, Cecilia C. Garrison. Clorinda is survived by her nephew, Ernest S. Castillo; six nieces, Placida Castillo, Ida Castillo Garcia, Mary Ann Sachs Jaramillo, Angeline Sachs Velasquez, Olive Castillo and Lina Castillo. She is also survived by one very special cousin, Sister Linda Chavez. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 27, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church followed with interment in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her nephews. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 24, 2001 Byline: Headline: Rose M. Liquori 1934-2001 Rose M. Liquori, 67, a resident of Belen, died on Monday, March 19. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church and was a very active volunteer with the Senior Citizens Program in Rio Communities. She was preceded in death by her son, Richard, in 1995; her father, Mario D'Alessandri; and her brother, Ernest D'Alessandri. Rose is survived by her four loving children, Ernest M. of Belen, Bart J. and his wife, Catherine, of Long Island, N.Y., Joanne Luna of Belen and Charlie D. Guilotta and his wife, Danielle, of Boca Raton, Fla.; her nine special grandchildren, Lorraine, Joanna, Steven, Samantha, Zachary, Shawn, Matthew, and Nicollette; her beloved mother, Josephine D'Alessandri; and one brother, Dr. Robert D'Alessandri and his wife, Elaine. Rose is also survived by her two loving nieces. Please contact Romero Funeral Home for further information as cremation has taken place. Romero Funeral Home in Belen was in charge of arrangements. Date: March 28, 2001 Byline: Headline: Charles C. Trujillo 1917-2001 Charles C. Trujillo, "Tata," 83, a resident of Belen, died on Sunday, March 25. He was preceded in death by his wife, Clementina, in February, 1983; his son, Andres; two grandsons, Andrew H. Trujillo and Frank Wesley Tucker; and a great- grandson, Benjamin Trujillo. He is survived by two sons, Wilfred and wife, Mary Lou, of Anthony, N.M., and Vivian and wife, Mary, of Belen; one daughter, Mary Jane Tucker and husband, Frank W., of Belen; his two brothers, Phil Trujillo of Belen and Eloy Trujillo of California; his twin sister, Tillie T. Rivera of Barstow, Calif.; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 10 godchildren; his special niece, Grace, and husband, Jerry Villars, and many other nieces and nephews. The family received friends on Tuesday, March 27, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church followed by a rosary. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Trujillo, Jerome Trujillo, Lorraine Trujillo, Charles Trujillo, Craig Tucker and Aaron Tucker. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen. Date: March 31, 2001 Byline: Headline: Mark S. Marries 1968-2001 Mark S. Marries, 32, a resident of Belen, died recently at his home. He was an avid reader and gun enthusiast. Mark also loved all sorts of animals. He is preceded in death by his brother, Jay, in 1992 and Grandpa Dunlap in 1987. He is survived by his mother, Marian and her husband, Robert of Vado, N.M.; his father, Bobbie of Belen; and both his grandmothers, Mildred Dunlap and Mattie Clayton. He is also survived by aunts, uncles and his many cousins. Mark will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Cremation has taken place with a memorial service planned for April. Internment will also take place at the Dunlap Family Cemetery in Alto, N.M. Services will be announced at a later date. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 31, 2001 Byline: Headline: Gladys L. Peters 1906-2001 Gladys L. Peters, 94, a resident of Belen, peacefully passed away on Friday, March 30. She was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, Belen Congregation. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Douglas Peters in 1991; and one brother, Glenn Sarber. Gladys is survived by two children, Martha Lois Peters Criswell of Belen, and Clyde Byrl Peters and his wife, Earleen of Odessa, Texas; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Monday, April 2, at 1 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Albuquerque. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Date: March 21, 2001 Byline: Headline: Rose M. Liquori 1933-2001 Rose M. Liquori, 67, a resident of Belen, died on Monday, March 19. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church and was a very active volunteer with the Senior Citizens Program in Rio Communities. She was preceded in death by her son, Richard, in 1995; her father, Mario D'Alessandri; and her brother, Ernest D'Alessandri. Rose is survived by her four children, Ernest M. of Belen, Bart J. and his wife, Catherine of Long Island, N.Y., Joanne Luna of Belen, and Charlie D. Guilotta and his wife, Danielle of Boca Raton, Fla.; her mother, Joseph D'Alessandri and one brother, Dr. Robert D'Alessandri; her nieces, Ann and Dawn D'Alessandri, all of West Virginia. Please contact Romero Funeral Home for further information as cremation has taken place. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 28, 2001 Byline: Headline: Elizabeth Smith 1918-2001 Elizabeth Smith, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died on Sunday, March 25. She was 83 and a longtime resident of Los Lunas. Born in England, she immigrated to the U.S. with her late husband, George, and became a citizen on Feb. 10, 1995, 40 years after she arrived here. She was a member of the Pythian Sisters of Albuquerque and she enjoyed knitting and being with her grandchildren. Mrs. Smith is survived by her six sons, Eric Smith and wife, Mavis, of Tucson, Ariz.; Graham Smith and wife, Dolores, of Albuquerque; Keith Smith of Los Lunas; Paul Smith and wife, Carol, of Bosque Farms; Neil Smith and wife, Linda, and Lawrence Smith and wife, Penny, all of Los Lunas. She is also survived by her special friends, Roldan and Dorothy Lujan of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Smith; a daughter, Beatrice Bishop; and son, Stuart Smith. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 31, at the Peralta Memorial United Methodist Church, 25 Wesley Road in Peralta. Sunrise Society was in charge of arrangements. Date: March 03, 2001 Byline: Headline: Roberta Martin 1918-2001 Roberta "Maxine" Martin, 82, a resident of Belen for more than 50 years, died peacefully on Friday, March 2, surrounded by her family. She was born in Emperia, Kan., on Nov. 7, 1918. Mrs. Martin was a loving wife and mother. She was an active member of B of LF & E and Engineers. Later, she joined the Eastern Star of Belen. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Gladys Van Ordain of Emporia, Kan., and a younger sister, Joan Staten of Mo. Roberta is survived by her husband of 62 years, Ray M., who is a retired railroad switch engineer; her son, Michael L. and wife, Judy; Peggy Michelle Hainsworth and husband, Ken, both of Belen; and Terry Sue Gray and husband, Ken of Albuquerque; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. With the deepest love and respect for Roberta's last wishes, cremation has taken place with a private service at a later date. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, was in charge of arrangements. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Eulalio "Lalo" Barela 1899-2001 Eulalio "Lalo" Barela, 101, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Monday, March 5. He was born to his humble parents, Meliton Carrillo Barela and Cipranita Baca Barela, on July 24, 1899, in La Joya. Lalo lived during the administrations of 13 territorial governors, 25 New Mexico state governors and during the administrations 18 U.S. presidents. He witnessed such world events as World Wars I and II, the Korean and Vietnamese Wars, and Pancho Villa's raid at Columbus, N.M., as well as many others. He served in local and national government positions, such as a Civilian Conservation Corps recruiter in the 1940s and a deputy clerk clerk in Socorro County, with honor and pride. He was a self-educated person, struggling against all odds to meet higher standards and to fulfill his profession. Lalo was a devoted husband, a wonderful father, a good son and a perfectionist in his work. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Bonifacia, in 1972; and two sisters, Asension Castillo and Emiliana Romero; two brothers, Jose Maria and Sevedeo Barela. Lalo is survived by his children, Flora Trujillo of Belen, Audilio "Mike" and wife, Petrita of Albuquerque, and Vangie Tafoya and husband, Eloy, of Belen; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Mariano and wife, Victoria, and Avelicio and wife, Bennie, all of Albuquerque. The family thanks God for the gift of life he bestowed on Lalo and his health. He fulfilled his duty to society as a good citizen and his duty to God as a good Christian. A viewing will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8, at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church followed by a rosary at 6 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, March 9, at Our Lady of Belen with interment in the Veguita Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Barela, Eloy Tafoya, Jude Kendall, Chris and Jesse Trujillo and Brad Cesarano. Honorary pallbearers will be all of his special grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Carlos "Charlie" Esquibel 1964-2001 Carlos "Charlie" Esquibel, 36, a resident of Socorro, died on Monday, March 5. He was a member of San Miguel Catholic Church. Besides his love for his family, he loved hiking, fishing, hunting and especially chile. Charlie was well known for his sense of humor and willingness to help others. He provided anyone in his path with his wisdom and experience and encouraged them to pursue their goals. He is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Esquibel; his nephew, Cory Jones; his sister-in-law, Peggy; a niece, Samantha; an uncle, Bolivar Saiz; and his brother, Tranqulino. Charlie is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Johanna "Jody"; two children, Anthony and Ashley; his mother, Claudina; brothers and sisters, Bea and her husband, Dwain Dunn, Tino, Ricky, Vince and his wife, Teresa, Stella and her husband, Dennis DeVoe, Michael, Irene and her husband, Victor Saiz, Fita Baca, Lola Moya, Berna Scott and Stanley. He is also survived by countless aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins as well as close friends. A rosary will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, at the Catholic Church in La Joya; another rosary will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 8, followed by a funeral at noon. Pallbearers will be his five brothers and his brother-in-law, Danny Woodard. Romero Funeral Home in Belen is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Anita C. Lopez 1906-2001 Anita C. Lopez, a lifelong resident of Los Lunas, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 5. She died peacefully at home. She was 94 years old. She was well known and loved by members of the community, always welcoming everyone into her home. She had a big heart and loved sharing her gift of cooking with friends and family. She was a member of San Clemente Catholic Church and the Sacred Heart League. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon Lopez, in 1987; and two grandchildren, Tony Centeno and Robert Lopez; her son-in-law, Manuel Centeno; and a very special friend, Dominica Peralta. She is survived by her daughters, Isabel Centeno of California, Marie Marquez and husband, Salomon, of Los Lunas, Faviola Lopez of the family home; her son, Reyes Lopez and wife, Lisa, of Belen; and a nephew who she raised as a son, Jose Chavez and wife, Susi, of Los Lunas. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren and many cousins, nephews and nieces. A rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8, at San Clemente Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, March 9, at San Clemente. Burial will follow at the Los Lunas Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Patrick Archibeque, Trini Centeno, Jason Marquez, Charles Lopez, Ruben Chavez and Joe Marquez. Honorary pallbearers will be her other grandchildren. Gabaldon Mortuary in Albuquerque is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 07, 2001 Byline: Headline: Bonnie "Buck" Sizemore 1928-2001 Bonnie "Buck" Sizemore, SSg. U.S. Army Retired, 72, of Bosque Farms, died at the Veterans Administration Hospital on Feb. 24. He was born in Wapanucka, Okla. He had an honorable discharge after serving 23 years in the U.S. Army. Buck received a Purple Heart, United Nations Service Medal, Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Korean Service Medal, Republic of Korea Presidential Service Badge and a bronze clasp with four loops. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, and daughter, Libby, of the family home in Bosque Farms; daughter, Allyn Kay Walker and husband, Robert, of Paradise, Texas, son Terry Lucker and wife, Edwina, of Norman, Okla.; a brother, Sunny White and wife of Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, Billy, Bobbie and Kelly Joe Sizemore, Ian Buck Frausto, Megan Cerease, Eric Clifford Walker and Bryssa Anne Marie Torres; one great-granddaughter, Destiny Sizemore; and nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, William, and sister, Jessie Lee Davis. He was greatly loved by family and friends and he will be missed so very much by his family, his loving dogs, Sombra and Velvet, and by his many wonderful friends, his family wrote. Cremation has taken place. The funeral was held on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 28, at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with full military honors. The family would like to recognize the staff at the Veterans Hospital for their support, compassion and professionalism. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services in Albuquerque. Date: March 10, 2001 Byline: Headline: Dean Caswell 1933 - 2001 A former Mountain Park resident, Dean Caswell, of Kerrville, Texas, died Sunday, March 4, in San Antonio, Texas. Dean was born in Pedernal, New Mexico, September 14, 1933. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of 27 years, Carol Caswell. He was blessed with two daughters, Dianna Caswell of Tiffin, Iowa, Deana Kiesling and husband, Roger, of Austin, Texas; and one son, David (Bud) Caswell of Alamogordo; one brother, Bill Caswell and wife, Nita, of Carlsbad, New Mexico, two sister-in-laws, Patsy Nunley and husband, Stan, of Orange City, Texas, and Deborah Hughes of Albany, Ore. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Penny and Sandy Robb of Va..; Sheryl Swory and husband, Dave, of Shreveport, La; Janeen Tally of Phoenix, Ariz.; Bill and Scott Caswell of Alamogordo; and by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Florence Caswell; father, Olin Caswell; and first wife Lea Rae Caswell. Dean was a long term resident of Alamogordo area. Many will remember him as a past member of the Alamogordo Evening Lions Club and sponsor of the Rocket City Square Dancers Youth Group. Known to all, this cowboy was a horse trainer, team roper and team penner. He was a member of the Arizona Team Penning Association, American Quarter Horse Association, U.S. Team Penning Association, and National Cutting Horse Association. Services were held Thursday, March 8 at 10 a.m. the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair with burial at the Mountainair Cemetery. Arrangements by Harris- Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair. Date: March 10, 2001 Byline: Headline: Mae B. Flynn 1913-2001 Mae B. Flynn, 83, a resident of Rio Communities, died at St. Joseph Hospital Friday, March 9, after a short illness. She was a member of the Catholic Church and Women of the Moose. In Mae's younger years, she was an avid bowler and enjoyed working with her hands on her ceramic projects. She was preceded in death by her husband, James J. Flynn. Mae is survived by her children, Barbara Van Buskirk and husband, Bill, of Los Chavez; Michael Flynn and wife, Pat, of Lakewood, Ohio; Walter Flynn and wife, Tammy, of Mill Creek, Wash.; Rhonni Flynn and James Flynn, both of Belen; eight grandchildren, Sher, Bill, and Jon Powers; Danny and David Flynn; and Lori, Tony and Jeff Gange; and 18 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Romero Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will take place in New York at a later date. Arrangements by Romero Funeral Home in Belen. Date: March 10, 2001 Byline: Headline: Maj. James R. Schaeffer 1923 - 2001 Major James R. Schaeffer, USAF retired, died after a lengthy illness in Tuesday, March 6, at his Los Lunas home. He was born in Duncan, Okla. Major Schaeffer served in the US Army, as well as the US Air Force. He received his wings and commission as a navigator at San Marco, Texas, in 1943. He served 19 months in Europe as a B-17 navigator and had 29 missions to his credit before his plane was shot down on a bombing mission over Germany, where he remained as a POW until the end of the war. Serving his country was his passion as he later returned to Europe for another assignment with the Air Force. During his military career, he was awarded the Purple Heart, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Metal with three oak clusters, the Prisoner of War Metal, as well as numerous other service commendations. The Veterans of Foreign Wars appointed him to the National Safety Committee. His education was important also as he held a bachelor of science degree in commerce and social studies, and an associate degree in business with a major in business management. He spent several years with the Atomic Energy Commission and the Department of Commerce as a weather officer and meteorologist serving in Los Alamos, Florida, Oklahoma, and Nevada. Jim was an avid reader and spent a great deal of time working on his family's genealogy. He loved being outdoors and often used his metal detector to discover many hidden treasures. He loved finding gold and silver ore, unusual rocks, precious and semi-precious gem stones, old bottles, pottery and other special relics. He created many beautiful pieces of jewelry from his discoveries. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, and had a knack for finding special areas in the mountains and along rivers. After retirement, Schaeffer and his wife, Sadie, moved back to New Mexico, living in Truth of Consequences, Belen, and Los Lunas. He was a member of the Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Lester Schaeffer and Florence Ford Schaeffer Shipman, and his beloved wife, Sadie Serrano Schaeffer. He leaves to mourn his passing, his sister, Wanda Schaeffer Mangram of Hinton, Okla.; two half-brothers, James Lester Schaeffer, Jr. of Selma, Okla., and Dr, John Schaeffer of Denver, Colo.; one niece, Nancy McNeil; two great- nieces, Shelly Groves and Lynn Jones; three great-great-nieces, Allison and Haley Jones and Emily Groves; and his faithful little poodle, Chico. He is also survived by the entire Serrano family plus many other relatives and a host of friends. A funeral service was held at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 9. in the Romero Funeral Home Chapel in Belen with military rites following at 1 p.m. at the National Cemetery at Santa Fe. Officiating were Rev. Raymond Schaeffer. Pallbearers will be Eric, Leo and Andy Villanueva, Cliff Serrano, Wilbert, Cippie and Joseph Salazar, and Miguel and Ray Maestas. Arrangements by Romero Funeral Home in Belen. Date: March 14, 2001 Byline: Headline: Thomas Jordan "T.J." Teel Jr. 1927-2001 Thomas Jordan "T.J." Teel Jr., 73, a resident of Hurst, Texas, who had been residing in Los Lunas with his daughter and son-in-law, Sharrie and Stan Herrera, peacefully passed away into the hands of God on Tuesday, March 13. T.J. was a Fort Worth, Texas, businessman, owning and operating Transpect Automatic Transmission Specialty for more than 30 years. He was preceded in death by his son, Gary Jordan Teel, in 1981; one sister, Geneva Holcomb, in 1988; three brothers, Arthur, Homer and Mid Teel. He is survived by his three children, Debra Teel of Fort Worth, Sherrie Herrera and her husband, Stan, of Los Lunas, and Shawn Davis Teel and his wife, Melissa, of Fort Worth; six grandchildren; one brother, Houston Teel of California; and one sister, Evelyn Hart of Arizona. He is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Friday, March 16, at Lucas Funeral Home, 517 N. Sylvania Ave., in Fort Worth. Another viewing will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 17, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. also at Lucas Funeral Home. Interment will follow at the Mansfield Cemetery in Mansfield, Texas. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Date: March 24, 2001 Byline: Headline: Gordon Hale Crawford 1918-2001 Gordon Hale Crawford, a longtime engineer for the Santa Fe Railway in Belen and Gallup, died in Bullhead City, Ariz., on March 19. Born June 7, 1918, Gordon finished high school in Belen and met and married Clela Trimm, also of Belen. He worked for the Santa Fe Railway, both as a fireman and engineer on the steam locomotives, the oil burners and also the diesel engines. He finished his career while living in Gallup after a number of years as both a fireman and engineer on the passenger train between Gallup and Albuquerque. After retirement, he and Clela moved to Navajo Dam, N.M., where they were instrumental in starting the fire department with Gordon serving as fire chief for several years. Gordon is survived by his wife, Clela of the home in Bullhead City; and by his son, Dale, and wife, Gay Crawford, of Mohave Valley, Ariz. His daughter, Gayle Crawford Landers, preceded him in death on April 14, 2000. He is also survived by five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held in Bullhead City and a graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at the Vista Verde Cemetery in Rio Rancho. The Rev. David Snyman of Paradise Hills United Methodist Church will officiate. Gordon will be laid to rest beside his daughter, Gayle. The cemetery is at 4310 Sara Road in Rio Rancho. Date: March 17, 2001 Byline: Headline: Mae B. Flynn 1917-2001 Mae B. Flynn, 83, a resident of Rio Communities, died at St. Joseph's Hospital after a short illness on Friday, March 9. She was a member of the Catholic Church and Women of the Moose. In Mae's earlier years, she was an avid bowler and enjoyed working with her hands in her ceramic projects. She was preceded in death by her husband, James J. Flynn. Mae is survived by her children, Barbara Van Buskirk and husband, Bill, of Los Chavez, Michael Flynn and wife, Pat, of Lakewood, Ohio, Walter Flynn and wife, Tammy, of Mill Creek, Wash., Rhonni Flynn and James Flynn, both of Belen; 16 grandchildren, Sher, Bill and John Powers, Sean and Kathleen Flynn, Danny and David Flynn, Laura, Tony and Jeff Gange, and Cindie, Lori, Tom, Steven, Sabrina and Joe; and 18 great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held Tuesday, March 13, at the Romero Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will take place in New York at a later date.