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Obituary for ARD


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Thursday October 16, 2008

Doris Elaine Ard, 80, longtime resident of Albuquerque, peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday, October 12, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Everett; two daughters, Susan Ard and Nancy Kelly and husband, David, all of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, John and Sherry Dobias, and Brent and wife, Mary Kelly, all of Albuquerque, and Brandon Kelly of South Korea; and three great-grandchildren. Doris graduated High School in Joplin, Missouri in 1946, and received her Associate's Degree in Business from Joplin Junior College in 1948. She married Everett Ard in 1948 in Joplin. Doris moved to Albuquerque in 1950 and joined the First Presbyterian Church. She was very active in the church, having served as Head of the Chancel Guild for many years. She also taught Sunday School for a number of years. Doris enjoyed playing bridge with her dear friends, spending time with her grandchildren, and fishing at her Jemez cabin. A special thanks to Jeannett for her care and devotion, and also to Heritage Hospice and Right at Home. A Memorial Service will be held to celebrate Doris' life on Friday, October 17, 2008 2:00 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE with interment to follow at 3:45 p.m., Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com


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