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Francis Shipe, 84, died Tuesday, July 24, 2001 in her home in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Jimmy Weddington. She is survived by her daughter, Diana Ochterbeck and husband, John of Las Vegas, NM; four grandchildren, Karen Lacey of Santa Fe, Linda Spiess of Albuquerque, David Spiess and wife, Janine of Albuquerque and Jay Ochterbeck and wife, Cynthia of Clemson, SC. She was very proud of her great-grandchildren, Rachel and Grant Lacey and Jayme Spiess. She was especially fond of cousins, Jeannine and Hap Maxwell and Jack and Feliz Fields. Francis moved to Albuquerque in 1990 after retiring from a career she adored as Director of Publication at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces. During the 1950s, she lived in Las Vegas, NM. Francis had an alert and active mind until the very end of her life. She will be remembered and missed by her family and many friends. A Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 29, 2001 at the First Methodist Church in Las Vegas, NM with Rev. Mike Stahl officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Methodist Church or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the Rogers Mortuary, Las Vegas, NM, 1-800-479-3511.
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