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Florence K. Gevelhoff, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1971, died Tuesday May 20, 2008. She is survived by her children, Heidi Sparacino and husband, Dan of Albuquerque, Hans Gevelhoff Jr. and fiancee, Diana Vargo of Phoenix AZ, Karl Gevelhoff and wife, Genia of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Hanson, Mari, Nikki and Emma; and brothers, Arthur Kurahara and wife, Amy and Walter Kurahara all of Maui HI. Mrs. Gevelhoff was preceded in death by her husband, Hans Gevelhoff Sr. Florence was born in Paia, Maui HI and came to the mainland to study both music and library science. She worked for the Air Force as a civilian until the birth of her children when her main focus shifted to being a wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Gevelhoff's many talents included classical piano, sewing, ballroom dancing, hula dancing and cooking. Most recently, Florence enjoyed activities at Bear Canyon Senior Center, especially line dancing. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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