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Virginia Lee Morrow - Bluestein, 87, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, March 28, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Richard C. Bluestein; son, Richard M. Bluestein and wife, Linda, of Albuquerque, and Mark M. Bluestein, of Crestone, Colorado; daughter, Nancy M. Bluestein-Johnson and husband, Randy, of Port Angeles, Washington; grandchildren, Marissa and Blake Bluestein, Gus and Chandra Johnson; and sister, Patsy Cushing and husband, Charles of Hinsdale, Illinois. She was preceded in death by sisters, Elizabeth Malcolm and Jane Owensby. Ginny grew up on a ranch outside of Raton, N.M. and spent her first two years of college at UNM where she was a Chi Omega sorority sister. She transferred to Iowa State University to finish her degree in the then new field of dietetics. After an internship in Seattle, she returned to Albuquerque as the state's first certified dietician, working at Presbyterian hospital. Always an active member of her community she participated in many civic activities and in particular Junior League and PEO. In 1971 she volunteered her time to work with her husband and son at Bluestein Jewelers. She greeted customers with her warm smile and always enjoyed helping customers choose exactly what they wanted with her friendly advice. One of her favorite activities was weekly bridge club with her many close friends. She also loved entertaining, not only friends, but her family. Throughout her life she continued to have strong ties with the Morrow family, especially in the Raton area. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be greatly missed. She was a long time member of the Cathedral Church of St. John. Memorial Services will be held Friday, April 4, 2008, 2:00 p.m., at The Cathedral of St. John, Episcopal Church, 318 Silver SW. Reception will follow at the church. Private Family interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to: Casa Angelica, 5629 Isleta Blvd., Albuquerque, N.M. 87105, or the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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