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B6 THE SUNDAY JOURNAL ALBUQUERQUE, JANUARY 10, 2016 OBITUARIES from. Napier, Jovan Zalet Romero, Mildred C. Slocum, Roland 1 111 7 'f i 1 nine companions Spi- rit and Butterscotch. Her (fairy Godchild) RyLee Zalet Kelly, all of Albuquerque. Jovan was a first responder for Red Cross for many years.

She will be missed by many Service will be an- nounced at a later date. Direct Services is in charge of arrangements. (Auntie Nonie) Jovan passed away December 22, 2015. She leaves behind Josephine and Richard Godfrey and many cousins, all of Santa Fe, Nell Yount, sisters Bobbi Archuleta, Sherri Paterniti, Linda Daniels, Jodi Yount; and Ai brother John Yount. Her life long, closest and most beloved friend Sheryl Romero and family.

Her two ca I 11 1 Agnes Cordova; .1111111 brothers, John, Mike, Joe, Phil, and Chris 1 Cordova; and sister, Marie Herrera. Visitations will be Wednesday, January 13, 2016 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 100 Church i-t. Santa Cruz, NM 87567, where a Rosary will be recited at 11:00 a.m.

then the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Casket Bearers will be Delfino Romero, James Romero, Tommy Maestas, Sixto Maestas, Rubel Martinez, and Leroy Duran. Those who wish to sign Mildred's online guest book, may visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St.

NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160 Oligher, Raymond Roland Slocum, 70, beloved husband, was called to his eternal resting place on December 25, 2015. He entered this world on September 18, 1945 in Baltimore, MD, born to Roland and Martha Slocum. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Diane Slocum; his children, Nicole and Roland Slocum; granddaughter, Ashley Castano; his mother, Martha Slocum; niece, Meghan Allen; his Aunt Elizabeth Patterson and son Ka lvin and daughter Deborah, his sisters, Evangeline Stewart, Marion and Loita Slocum; and his brothers, George Slocum and Roosevelt Johnson; sisters-in-law, Theresa Stokes, Arlene Henson and husband Dorian; brother-in-law, Steve Davis; and a host of nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Roland Slocum and brother, Albert Slocum. Roland served in the Army 9563 to 82666.

After leaving the Army, Roland decided to join the Baltimore City Police Stafford, Jane 11 Stafford, age 57, passed on Saturday, January 2, 2016. She was born in Wichita, KS. She is preceded in death by her mother, Norma Stafford; her sister-in-law, Mary Stafford; and her dog, Chaco. Janell is survived by her father, William Stafford; brother, Mark; nephew, Christian; niece, Sara; and her two dogs, Harry and Harley. She is also survived by many close and genuine friends in both Albuquerque and Kansas City.

rt During the morning of December 24, 2015, the joy of our lives, Raymond Oligher passed into eternal life. He was the most loving, sincere, kind, dedicated, gentle, humorous person ever to grace this earth. He was loved by his children, Ray and Barbara, and his three "step-children" He was born and raised in Pennsylvania served in the US Army in Europe towards the end of WWII (1943-1949). He graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in biology; hired by the Corps of Engineers, Portland and Walla Walla District offices where he worked on some of the largest and most extensive projects on the Columbia and Snake Rivers. His expertise was in the area of fishery biology especially the fish ladders on those major rivers.

His official title was "Chief, Fish and Wildlife He retired from the Corps on 1980. During his employment years with the Corps, he was active in several professional groups relative to his po 01 .7 0 Mildred C. Romero passed away peacefully at home at the age of 92 on Wednesday, January 6, 2016. Mildred had wonderful memories of the time she spent working at Los Alamos and Sandia Base. She worked for 27 years -112 Evc then retired when :..15) she married Alfonso 1' Romero, who was a rancher in Antonito, CO.

They lived there until they retired from ranching in 2007 and moved to Espanola, NM. After living in Espanola for three years they moved to Albuquerque. Mildred was an amazing woman who touched many live with her kindness. She loved visiting with family and friends, where she told wonderful stories of her life experiences. She will be greatly missed by all her relatives and friends around the country.

She was preceded in death by her husband Alfonso J. Romero; her parents, Chris and Salazar, Antonia, age 97, beloved mother and grandmother, was embraced by the Lord and taken to her heavenly home, January 6, 2016. She was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ignacio Salazar; daughter, Yolanda Salazar; and granddaughter, Antoinette White. Antonia is survived by her loving children, Isabel "Chavela" White, Raymond Salazar and Ursula, Priscilla Nates and husband Al, Frankie Salazar and wife Ramona, Pete Salazar and Debra, Ignacio Salazar, Barbara Finley and husband Bill; 25 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

Antonia will be greatly missed by all. Visitation will be Monday, January 11, 2016 from 6:30 p.m. to Sanchez, Elsie Sanchez, age 72 our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, left our world to join our Lord on January 6, 2016. She was an amazing, loving, and caring women who always invested herself in caring for others. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Demostenes Sanchez; parents Epitacio and Lucaria Duran; sister Edwina Sanchez; brother Felix Duran and son-in-law Arthur Contrares.

She is survived by three children, Joanne Contrares, Patricia Russell and husband Gary, Tommy Sanchez and wife Loretta. Elsie is also survived by her grandchildren which brought her profound love, joy, and pride, Monique Priest and husband Jeremiah, Ashley Herrera and husband Joey, Leanne Sanchez, Jessica Sanchez, Jared Russell, and Erin Russell. She is survived by her -112 Padilla, Anthony "Tony" Starkey, Donald Rev. It has been a year since you have been gone but we still miss the sound of your voice, the wisdom of your advice, the stories of your life and just being in your presence. We miss Parker, November 23, 1915 '0 Rev.

Donald J. Starkey, age 93, died Friday, January 1, 2016. He is survived by his siblings, Theresa Ellen Glascock, Benjamin T. Starkey, and John E. Starkey; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends.

Born in 1922 near O'Fallon, IL, Don attended Central Catholic High in San Antonio before earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University in Houston, TX. He proudly served in the United States Navy for three years during WWII. Father Starkey completed his seminary studies in Rome and was ordained in July 1952 for service in the Diocese of Galveston-Houston. In 1966, he was transferred to service in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, where he assisted at Our Lady of Fatima and John XXIII Parishes and other duties until his Department. He served there for 10 years before working in the Howard County District Courthouse.

Later he joined the Natural Resources State Police for eight years. In 1996, Roland moved his family to Albuquerque, NM and there he was employed as a security guard for Bank of America and Sprint for 20 some years. His hobbies were photography, fishing, archery, golfing, hiking, painting, drawing, watching classic movies, listening to music, interacting with his family and most of all reading. Services will be held Friday, January 15, 2016, 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH Wyoming. Friends may visit Thursday, January 14, 2016 from p.m.

Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Roland at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 Jane 11 demonstrated her compassion as a nurse at Presbyteri- an Hospital. No for- mal services are plan- ned per Jane 11's re- quest. Memorial contribu- 61 tions may be made to the Animal Humane Society, 615 Virginia St.

SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guest book for Jane 11 at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333 retirement. Father Starkey was a loving brother, uncle and friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends and family may visit one hour prior to the Rosary to be recited Thursday, January 14, 2016, 7:00 p.m.

at FRENCH Lomas. Cremation will follow and a Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, January 15, 2016, 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 with interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Father Starkey's name to Casa Angelica; 5629 Is leta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, MM 87105. Please visit our online guestbook for Rev.

Starkey at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 Eskew; 12 grandchil- dren and many great grandchildren. Wilbur was a very kind and generous soul, playing his uku- lele and sharing al, 441 laughter with his fam- 1 ily and friends. Throughout his life he accepted adversi- ty and loss with the rt gift of humor and optimism. He literally walked on the sunny side of life and will be missed by so many.

A memorial will be held Saturday, January 9, 2016. For more information on Wilbur's life and memorial, please visit the Riverside Funeral Home web-site at www.river side funerals 1 Albert was a devout Catholic. Albert served in the US Army from 1952- 1960. When he was in the Army he was a K-72--- boxer for the US Ar- A my in Puerto Rico 11,41 and also served as a vmedic. He was also a criminal detective for the Bernalilllo County Sheriff's then retired from the Albquerque Journal in 1992 where he was a printermachinist.

After retiring he liked to travel. All his life he loved hunting and fishing and he still liked to go to the casinos. He loved his dogs Katchi, Little One, Paco and his cat Poopi. Albert loved his large family and was loved by them very much. We love you and will miss you very much.

Yes Grandpa, we will turn off the light. Until we meet again. As long as I have the love of each of you, I will live life in the Hearts of all of you. OBITUARIES to D10 Take your rest and sleep. Doves sing your name Curling tendrils weave a pillow Beneath your cheek.

Starlight dusts your eyes Deep blue deep seas part For you in spindrift wreaths. Take your rest and sleep, My dear. Take your rest. Sleep. sition as a fishery biologist.

His family life was centered around his children fishing, 4- rifle club, church youth groups, and most other activities that young people find to do. He was preceded in death by his parents, Loy and Margaret Oligher; his older brother, Howard and wife, Fran; and his first wife, Erica. Survivors are Karen, his wife of 34 years; Ray L. Oligher (Janet), son; Barbara McKinney, daughter; Janette Johnson (Jim), Daniel Grant (Sonja), and Kristin Godwin. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, January 17, 2:00 p.m.

at Saint Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd NE, Albuquerque. Memorial gifts may be made to St Paul and Valley Lutheran Church, 3259 NM-47, Los Lunas, NM 87031. Please visit our online guestbook for Raymond at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333 you as much today as we did the day you took your last breath.

With our love, Your girls grandchildren Julia 1 December 31, 2015 Ann dren, Cathy Burris and husband John, Linda Major and hus- band Mike, Brenda White, David Buchan- an and wife Shirley; brother, Jim Shep- herd and wife Jonell, and numerous grand- children, great- grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. at the family home, 499 Ridgecrest, White Rock NM 87544. The family will have a private burial at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.

The family of Ann Roach has entrusted the care of their loved one to the De Vargas Funeral Home Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 www. devargas funeraLcom Enoch Sr. For full obituary, please visit the funeral home website. Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Nob lin Funeral Service Be len Chapel, 418 W.

Reinken (505)864-4448, where an online guest register is available at noblinfuneralservice.com and husband Alan Klatt; nephew Scott Klau and his wife Monica Klatt; grand-nephew Liam Klatt; and grand-niece Mina Klatt. He also leaves behind many wonderful friends and his devoted helper Esther. There will be a service and remembrance on Monday, January 11th 2:00 p.m. at the North Church on Montgomery and San Mateo, just north of Del Norte High School. AL" Poulsen, Peggy Cole A memorial service will be held for Peggy Cole Poulsen Thursday, January 14, 2016 at at First Christian Church, 10101 Montgomery Blvd.

NE. The date is her 90th birthday. All friends and family are invited. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the charity of your choice are appreciated. Stearns, Wilbur Francis "Wimpy" Antonia 7:00 p.m.

at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 301 Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM, followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at 12:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Casket Bearers will be Joshua Smith, James Salazar, Frankie Salazar, Patrick White, Phillip Nates, Peter Nates, Antonio Mora, and Roxxanne Smith.

Honorary Bearers will be Anthony Salazar, Joseph Salazar, and Ronnie Salazar. Those who wish to sign Antonia's online guest book, may visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160 Elsie three precious great-grandchildren who she loved greatly, Analiese Herrera, Jayden and Jase Priest. Also surviving are her two brothers; Orlando Duran and wife Margie, Audrey Duran and wife Mary. Services will be celebrated at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Alameda and 4th St.

NW. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m on Wednesday, January 13, 2016. Interment to follow at San Carlos Cemetery located on Alameda.

Pallbearers will be Jared Russell, Jeremiah Priest, Joey Herrera, Chris Garcia, Frankie Sanchez, and John Plakio. You will forever be our eternal reminder of what it means to love and be loved. From all of your children with love Joanne, Trish, and Tommy. her husband, Wayne, S' and son, Steve for over 50 years. Her door was always open to a hot meal, warm bed, and an evening of games, fun, and laughter.

In her later years, granddaughter Melis- sa Paul, great- granddaughtersJessi- ca, Ashelie, and Eva helped with her care and played games with her. She was always thankful for her visitors who stopped by to play games and spend time with her at the nursing home. She still enjoyed games and telling jokes. Her church and her belief in the Lord were an important part of her life, and she was still active with Grace Church at the nursing home where she resided. We are thankful for Albuquerque Rehabilitation Center employees who listened to her jokes and cared for her.

Donations can be sent in her name to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Society in Memory of Daughter Peggy Scutt Anderson. Services were held on Monday, January 4, 2016, 10:30 a.m., at FRENCH Lomas. Please visit our online guestbook for Fay at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd.

NE (505) 275-3500 Ronald wife Diane, Donald Johnny Segura; sisters, Maria (Sister) Segura, Henrietta husband Steve Montoya, Grace husband Daniel Rivera; six granchildren; many nephews, nieces, family friends. Services will be held at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Church at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 12th. Reception to follow at Post 69. Scutt, Fay Opal (Rockwell) '4 I I i.

I 1 (.7 ATEAfa I i' t. 7 A On the evening of January 2, 2016, Wilbur passed away peacefully of natural causes in the comfort of his home in Edgewood, NM. Wil- bur was 81 years old. Wilbur Stearns was born in East Worcester, NY on December 55 1934. He was the first son of Edith (Neilander) and Frank B.

Stearns. Wilbur was preceded in death by his parents; spouses, Barbara (Scott) Stearns and Phyllis (Eskew) Stearns. Wilbur is survived by his step-mother, Esther Stearns; brother, Alan Stearns; sons, Charles, James and Ian Stearns; daughters, Susan Liebold and Kara Tollef son; step-sons, Michael and James Roach, Ann Roach, 92, a resident of White Rock, passed away at her home in the presence of her family, on Wednesday, January 6, 2016, following a short battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bart and Frances Shepherd; children, A Beverly Ann Mattson, Sara Lynn Evans, Pam Mackey; brothers, Bill Shepherd, and John Shepherd. She excelled in homemaking activities, making candy, needle paint sewing, and loved sharing her knowledge.

She enjoyed playing cards, enjoyed her friends and family. Her life was centered on family and friends. She will be dearly missed. Ann Roach is survived by her husband, Clyde Roach; chil Rodriguez, 1923-2016 Enoch Abel Rodriguez, age 92, a longtime resident of Espanola, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 in Belem A celebration of life I will be held on Tuesday, January 12 at 4 First Presbyterian Church, 85 Manzano Expressway in Be len beginning at 1:30 PM. 111 Fay Opal (Rockwell) Scutt, 92, was born in Hyer, New Mexico, on December 8, 1923, 4, and went to be with the Lord and her loved ones on January 1, 2016.

She was the third eldest of eight children, moving with her pioneer- It ing family to Albuquerque in 1940. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne A. Scutt; son, Richard L. Bond; daughter, Peggy Ann (Scutt) Anderson; granddaughter, Carrie Marie Mc Han; grandson, Michael Jason Scutt; parents, Wesley and Eliza Rockwell; brother, Eugene Rockwell; and sisters, Florence Watson, Vera Donald, Wilma Dillow, and Fern Kahlor. She is survived by sons Michael A.

Scutt (Terri) of Chandler, AZ; Steven A. Scutt (Ju lee); daughter, Judy A. (Scutt) Mc Han (Richard) of Bangs, TX; grandchildren, Amy Sam, Melissa Paul, Clint Jacobs, Nickolas Jacobs, Aaron Scutt, Jared Scutt, Ryan Scutt, Chris Mc Han, Nick Mc Han, Brittany Culverhouse; sister, Phyllis Stevens; brother, Phillip Rockwell, and many nieces and nephews. She was loved by her great and great-great grandchildren. She was a member of the Park-view Baptist Church and Del Norte Baptist Church of Albuquerque.

She helped run the Scutt Plastering Business with Vigil, Albert M. Born March 30, 1930 in Lincoln, NM, moved to Gallup, NM then to Albuquerque where he passed away on August 7 2015. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Eleanor Vigil; two sons, Daniel Vigil and wife Rosemarie I and Reno Vigil and his wife Jessica; grandchildren Danielle Vigil, Cristle and Mike He lvie, Melodie and Carlos Ponce, Rico and Desiree Vigil, Alberta Vigil, Joshua and Racheal Vigil, Zoe Roze Vigil, and Vincent Bauer; great-grandchildren, Alexander, Gabriella, Promise, Ariana, Dakota, Andro se, Claire, Noah, Evangeline, Rico, Isiah, Noah, Stephenie, Justine, Jimme Anne; one great-great grandchild, Brie 11a, and his sister, Patricia Saavedra. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Elfigo and Emelia Vigil; brothers, Frank, Florence, Emmet and Eddie; and sister Mary Nellie. Scott, Walter Stephen Segura, Steven C.

Sr. W. Stephen Scott, age 67, a devoted father, grandfather brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle passed away Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015. He was known for his kindness to people and his music.

He is survived by his daughters Nicole Scott and husband Brandon, Elissa husband Sam; his three grandchildren, Hannah, Ezekiel, and Mykaela. He is also survived by his sister Katherine Klau, December 25, 1962 December 27, 2015 Steven C. Segura, age 53, has passed away. He was preceded in death by his mother Connie and brother, Manuel Gene Segura. He is survived by his wife, Diane Segura; sons Richard and wife Charlene Sanchez, Steven C.

Ellie Segura, Daniel Valerie Segura; father, Cruz Segura; brothers Clyde, Rudy,.