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Jeanne Wayland, age 83, of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2008. She was born on November 17, 1924 in Sistersville, West Virginia, to Jacob and Georgia Young. She married George Wayland on June 2, 1946 in Parkersburg, West Virginia. He preceded her in death on May 31, 1998 after 52 years of Marriage. Jeanne was also preceded in death by her son, Gregory Alan Wayland. She graduated from Ohio University in May 1945 with a Bachelor's Degree. She began her career in Public Broadcasting for WVKO-Radio in Columbus, Ohio in 1948 where she hosted her first interview format program. In 1957 she and her husband moved to Albuquerque, where she took a leave from public broadcasting to raise her family. Her dedication to the community led her to Welcome Wagon where she spent a great deal of time helping new residents see the beauty of Albuquerque. Jeanne became the founding member of the Albuquerque Chapter of the Mothers of Twins Club to give support, education and guidance to mothers of multiples. In 1971 she returned to the airwaves becoming a staff member of KGGM-Radio. She then moved to KGGM-TV where she ultimately produced and hosted "Forum 13" and "Inquiry". This gave her opportunity to interview authors, politicians, celebrities and travel around the state to touch on many areas that made New Mexico spectacular. She was active in local and state politics for many years working behind the scenes for her favorite candidates. Jeanne was appointed to numerous boards and was given special recognition by Former Governor Garrey Carruthers and Former President Ronald Reagan. She has received many citations of Appreciation for her unending volunteerism. Most recently, her greatest pleasure was in greeting visitors at the Albuquerque International Sunport. She was an expert in helping tourists find their way, not only around Albuquerque, but the entire state. She was an active member of the "Linus Project" creating crocheted blankets for hospitalized children. She touched many lives and was a mother to many, a friend to all and will be greatly missed. Surviving are her children, Gary Wayland and his wife, April of Manhattan Beach, CA., Judy Wilhelm and husband, Warren, Jenny Wayland, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Kelly and Katie Clark, Greg, Kari and Torie Wilhelm, Jeff Wayland; great-grandchildren, Taylin and Teagan Clark, and B.J. Felter, a valued friend. Also surviving are her two favorite companions, Lucas and Abby. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, March 14, 2008 at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd, NE. Private Interment has taken place at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Animal Humane Association of NM, 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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