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Janice Louise McDonald (Ryan Wright), 55, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2008, surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by her son, Patrick Ryan, of Albuquerque; and his family, Erin Yarasheski, Bailey, and Sean. She is also survived by her son, Michael Ryan, of Jacksonville, FL, and his family; Kristy Ryan, and Kendall. She is one of seven children born to Lavon and Betty McDonald of Albuquerque. Her siblings are, Joyce Walter, her husband, Bill, Tim McDonald, his wife, Janet, Tom McDonald, Julie Sharpe, Greg McDonald, and Patti Underwood and her husband, Dick. She is aunt to 12 nieces and nephews, and 20 great-nieces and great-nephews. She was friend to all who knew her. Janice was a teacher in Albuquerque for 15 years before moving to Houston to become a tour coordinator; organizing tours for student groups to New York and D.C. Janice recently moved back to Albuquerque to be closer to her family. She loved children, and dedicated her life to educating them, both inside and outside the classroom. She was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and coworker, all of whom loved her incredible sense of humor. Janice lit up a room with her infectious laughter. She is much loved, and will be greatly missed but never forgotten. There will be a Visitation on Thursday, May 1, 2008, from 5:00 to 7:00 at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque, with a Rosary Service immediately following. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 2, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 12500 Carmel NE, Albuquerque. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery on Wyoming/Paseo del Norte. Please join us in a celebration of Janice's life, love, and laughter.
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