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Stella C. Barela, age 82, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a long illness at home on November 29, 2004. Stella was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, born in Duranes and raised in Barelas. Stella was blessed to care for her father Frank Chavez and her mother Carolina Wilson until their death in 1943 and 1973. In March of 1990 Stella suddenly lost her husband Leandro Barela of 43 years. He was the love of her life. Her children Frank L. Barela and wife Evelyn S, Barela as well as her special "angel" Angela Barela Wasson and husband Jerome Wasson were blessed to take care of Stella until her death. Stella's grandchildren Arellana Barela Cordero and husband Adrian, Frank L. Barela Jr and wife Kristina were there to support and love her as well. Three great grandchildren Calista and Avery Cordero and Alicia Barela, they gave Stella great joy in her last days. Other survivors include a special niece Linda Diaz, daughter of Stella's late brother Frank Wilson of San Bernadino, CA. Also, her brother Tony Wilson and wife Nancy of Hacienda Heights, CA and several nephews and nieces. A special thanks to Stephanie at Vista Care Hospice. Pallbearers: Eddie Barela, John Barela, Frank Esquibel, Fernando Diaz, Johnny Martinez and Albert Silva Jr. A Rosary and tributes to Stella will be recited on Friday, 7:00 pm, at French Mortuary, University Blvd Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 10:00 am, at Sacred Heart Church, 4th and Stover with Monsignor Antonio Gonzales, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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