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Laureano "Larry" Contreras, age 75, a beloved brother, husband, father, and grandfather and a lifelong resident of New Mexico, was born in Scholle, NM on January 14, 1933, to the late Agripina and Laureano Contreras, Sr. He passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2008, embraced by his loving family. He is survived by Ginger Contreras, his loving wife of 54 years; his devoted children, Kathy Perea and husband, Tony Perea, and Kent Contreras and wife, Michelle, all of Albuquerque. His grand- children, Michael, Paul, Kevin and wife, Sabrina Perea, and Carly and Matthew Contreras are also of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his sisters, Ernestine, Florence, and Vivian; and his brother, Eloy. He was preceded in his passing by his brother, Luvin; and his sister, Virginia, all of New Mexico. Larry served in the US Navy, graduated from the University of NM, and worked for the State of NM for 33 years as the Chief of Data Processing for the Employment Security Commission and the ESC credit union. Upon his retirement of 26 years, his days were filled with family and his passion, traveling the entire United States with his soul mate Ginger and their companion 'Cody'. A Memorial Service celebrating Larry's life was held at French's Mortuary on April 8, 2008. After a Rosary and Mass held at St Bernadette Shrine, he was laid to rest at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM on April 9, 2008. Our sincere gratitude to Deacon Santana, his wife, and also Nurse Pete Herendon and the entire ER staff of Presbyterian Hospital, along with the paramedics. Larry Contreras was an inspiration of integrity to all those who knew him...and a 'rascal'. "17" French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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