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Marian Louise James Calhoun, age 86, a life long resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, March 20, 2010. She was preceded in death by her mother Frances Field James; her father Henry I. James; her husband Oliver W. "Cal" Calhoun; her brothers, William A. James, John C. "Jack" James, D. Bruce James; and a niece Lynnette James Kowalski. She is survived by her son Charles R. "Chuck" Calhoun and wife, Beth of Rio Rancho, NM; three grandchildren, Brenton, Elizabeth, and Monica; and two great-grandchildren, John and Jaden; four brothers Robert I. James (Pauline) of Long Beach, CA, Thomas A. James of Williamsburg, NM, Jerrold R. James (Gail) of Albuquerque and Frank I. James (Dee) of Crystal River, FL; two sisters, Carol Brennan (Edward) of Albuquerque and Barbara James of Yorktown, VA; and dozens of nieces; nephews; great-nieces; great-nephews; great-great-nieces; and great-great-nephews. Marian had a singing coach as a young woman, singing at weddings and church, her love of music and singing remained throughout her life. She was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church and worked in their nursery taking care of the babies for many years. She loved the outdoors and nature, riding motorcycles with her husband and son. Her garden and the wild animals she saw brought her much joy. She loved all animals, especially the many dogs who shared her life. Marian's sense of humor and joking way was trademark. Marian loved her family and friends unconditionally and will be missed by everyone who knew her. Services will be held Wednesday, March 24, 2010, at 2:00 p.m., at French - Westside Chapel. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Please visit our online guest book for Marian at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505)897-0300
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