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Eileen Delicate, 88, a long time resident of Albuquerque, who was the daughter of the late Dr. Philip J.G. and Marion Morgan ( nee Robillard) of Windsor, Ontario, passed away on March 29 , 2010, at The Montebello on Academy. Eileen was born in Montreal, Quebec but was raised in Windsor, Ontario. She married William Delicate in 1941. After residing in the early years of their marriage in Royal Oak MI, she and her husband and son moved West, originally to California, but then after a few years there, settled in Albuquerque. She was predeceased by her husband, William Thomas Delicate (1970) of Albuquerque. She is survived by her son, William T.G. Delicate of Albuquerque; sisters: Anna Sharkey (originally Windsor, ON ) Pickering, ON; Maryon MacRae, Lakeland, Florida ; brothers: Bruno, Burlington, ON; Dr. Philip J, Huntington Beach, Ca.; Jack, ( Cinci ), Windsor, ON; and Robert, Vancouver, B.C . Her brother, William ( Flt. Sgt., RCAF in WWII ) was killed in action in 1945. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews. Mrs. Delicate , a devoted Catholic, was a long time member of Saint Charles Borromeo Parish in Albuquerque. Eileen had a keen lifelong interest in Arts and Crafts which she drew upon to make some beautiful and striking artistic creations. Many of these signature pieces she gave as gifts to family and friends, and to those individuals in the medical and dental professions who provided such attentive care to her. These creations, along with the well chosen card, and/or the specially selected present reflected her characteristic way, the personal touch, of remembering and thinking of those close to her be it at Christmas, birthdays, christenings and weddings and of thanking those who contributed to the quality of her life. Complementing her capability in arts and crafts was her extensive knowledge and appreciation of plants and flowers. Her artistic flair came to the forefront in these areas also. Her love for her family, and remembrance of the family home, remained strong even though she lived away from both of them for many years. That love was always reflected in her actions and words. Eileen, who was fondly known as Mrs. "D" by many, was a patient, kind and thoughtful person and had such a positive outlook towards life. She was an exemplary homemaker, and a loving wife and mother. As a family, they enjoyed going on camping trips, or going on holidays by car to various parts of the U.S. and Canada. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends. Her son, William, would like to thank the staff of the Hospice of New Mexico for the loving and dedicated care provided to his mother in the last weeks of her life. He also wishes to thank The Montebello for their outreach to him and his mother during this difficult period. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 6, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE, with a Rosary to be recited at 10:30 a.m. by Chaplain Jude Fournier. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m., Father Leo Fisher, presider. Memorials of your choice may be made in Eileen's honor. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
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