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Obituary for BRAATEN


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday May 11, 2014

BRAATEN, KONRAD E. "KONNIE" Age 87, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family, friends and dogs on Tuesday, May 6, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Joann Braaten; daughters, Marsha Braaten, Susan Hiller and Paula Peterson and husband Kenny; grandchildren, Emily, Abby and husband Paul, Seth and wife Katie and Adam; 5 great grandchildren; and his devoted dogs, Jiggs and Rudi. Konnie was an avid Lobo Basketball fan since 1961 and was retired as a printer from the University of New Mexico Printing Plant. His hobbies included fishing, golfing and numerous adventures with his wife in their RV. Konnie was a charter member of Messiah Lutheran Church. He will always be remembered for his sense of humor and his quick wit. A Memorial Service will be Thursday, May 15, 2014, 3:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. The family would like to thank Hospice Compassus for their tender loving care. Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Society of NM, 615 Virginia St. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 or at: www.ahanm.org Please visit our online guestbook for Konnie at www.frenchfunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500


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