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Thursday, March 6, 2008

Obituaries - March 6, 2008

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    BESSIE LEA WATTS
    Bessie Lea Watts, 73, a resident of Corrales, and former resident of Willard and Mountainair passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 26.
    Bessie was born August 26, 1934, the daughter of Percy and Willie Lura Nicholas Wheatley in Pedarnal, N.M. She enjoyed making quilts and giving them away to families whose children still have them today. Bessie was an artist using mostly acrylics to paint southwestern landscapes. She was proud of being a military wife for 20 years.
    Bessie was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Donald Watts in 2006; and son, Leslie Gene Watts in 1996. Bessie is survived by daughter, Norma Sue Watts-Lucero of Corrales and daughter-in-law Stephanie Lucero of Corrales; three grandchildren, Christopher Lucero and wife Lisa, David Lucero and wife Monique, and Kodee Lea Watts; and two great grandchildren, Chelsea and Christopher Giles.
    The family suggests memorial contributions be made in Bessie's name to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Cremation has taken place and a private family memorial service will be held.
    Daniels Family Funeral Services, Rio Rancho
    FEDELINA GARCIA
    Fedelina Garcia, 94, of Willard passed away Feb. 13 at her home with her loving family beside her.
    Fedelina was born Feb. 15, 1913, in Punta De Agua, N.M., to Salvador and Maria (Jaramillo) Griego. Fedelina married Salomon Garcia in 1932. She was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, the Altar Society, and the Eucharistic League of St. Charles. Fedelina was preceded in death by her husband; parents; daughter, Earnestine Garcia; sisters, Adela Chavez; Manuelita Herrera; brother, Sisto Griego; grandson, Joe A. "Chip" Garcia Jr.; granddaughters, Jamie Garcia, Celina Salgado; son-in-laws, Terrel J. Vickoren; William Brown, sister-in-laws, Florinda Chavez and Clorinda Garcia. Fedelina is survived by sons, Chris Garcia and wife Jeannine of Willard; Joe A. Garcia Sr. of Willard; Herminio Garcia and wife Anita of Albuquerque; daughters, Rose Brown of Willard; Nora Tenorio and husband Richard of Albuquerque; Prescilla Vickeron of Lake Side, Ariz.; Miguela Tackett and husband Randy of Ft. Sumner; Gloria Padilla of Albuquerque; Ramona Sanders and husband Dave of Camp Verde, Ariz.; Lorella Alderete and husband LeRoy of Torreon; brother, Pedro Griego of Albuquerque; sisters, Virginia Aragon of Albuquerque; Carmen Thompson of Albuquerque; Mary Griego of Albuquerque; 34 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren; and 27 great-great grandchildren. A rosary was recited Feb. 17 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Willard.
    The mass was celebrated Feb. 18 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Willard. Burial followed at the El Rosario Cemetery in Willard. Pallbearers were Chris Garcia, Joe A. Garcia Sr., Herminio Garcia, LeRoy Alderete, Johnny Garcia, and Dave Sanders. Honorary pallbearer was Adam Garcia.
    Harris Hanlon Mortuary, Moriarty
    WILBURN "SANDY" WAYNE HAAG
    Wilburn "Sandy" Wayne Haag, 60, of Edgewood passed away Feb. 15 at home with his loving family beside him. Sandy was born July 7, 1947, in Artesia, N.M., to John Frederick and Bessie (McClure) Haag. Sandy was a member of the First Christian Church. Sandy was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by sisters, Mary Beverage of Arizona; Barbara Welsh of Edgewood; nieces, Laura Sandison and husband David of Edgewood; Beth Lynn and husband Eugene of Silver City; nephews, Warren Welsh; Fred Beverage and wife Karlene; Kevin Beverage; great nieces and nephews, Bonnie Welsh; Tyler Sandison; James Sandison; James Welsh; Emily Welsh (Emily was Sandy's Godchild); Jessey W. Simpson; Jason Beverage; Brittany Beverage; John Beverage; Justin Beverage; Sister Bobbie Gibbons. A Memorial Service was held Feb. 20 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Edgewood; Donald Ellibee officiated.
    Harris Hanlon Mortuary, Moriarty
    CORY ARAGON
    Cory Aragon died Feb. 24 at his home at the age of 23.
    Cory was a young man with a gentle spirit and a cheerful and pleasant disposition. He was a hard worker who gave of himself freely. He loved playing music and being with family. Cory was a very talented writer.
    Cory was an active member of the First Mountain Chapter of ABATE and shortly after joining the New Mexico Motorcyclists Rights Organizations (NMMRO) he took on the duties of secretary in that organization. He was very passionate about motorcycle rights and he was in the process of putting together his first bill to be presented to the legislators next year.
    Cory will be sorely missed by both his ABATE and NMMRO families. He will be remembered as a wonderful son, brother, uncle, and friend.
    He is survived by his mother, Mary Kathy Aragon; his brothers Damon Frank Anthony Aragon, Sean Ryan and Greg Ryan; and nieces and nephews.
    Memorial services were held at The Canyon de Carnuel Land Grant Hall on March 2.
    RICHARD WILLIAM RUHN
    Richard William Ruhn, 54, of Edgewood passed away on March 1 at his home in Edgewood.
    Richard was born on Feb. 15, 1954, in Aurora, Ill., to William Robert and Virginia Florence (Tidholm) Ruhn. Richard was preceded in death by his father. Richard is survived by his mother, Virginia Ruhn; Spouse, Arlene Wolfe; daughters, Sarah Ruhn; Katherine Ruhn; stepdaughters, Alexis Wolfe; Alexis Whitesell; grandmother Tidholm of Aurora, Ill.; and sister, Laura Isaacson. A Viewing will be held on March 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary Chapel in Moriarty. Funeral Services will be held March 9 at 10 a.m. at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary Chapel in Moriarty.
    Harris-Hanlon Mortuary, Moriarty