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Obituary for Hyler


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday February 20, 2000

Lota Dean Hyler, age 91, passed away on February 16, 2000. Dean was born in Indiana to Ross and Bertha Thomas. The family moved to Pagosa Springs, CO in 1920, then to Albuquerque in 1927. Her husband, Glenn Hyler; first husband, Charlie Neal; and son, Charles Neal, preceded her in death. Also by her brothers, Aurbery M., Leslie R. and Bernie Thomas. She is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Upham and husband, Don; son, Donald Neal and wife, Maryann; her brother, James P. Thomas and wife, Betty; and by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Dean was a true lady of the"old" school. She loved gardening, flowers and her family. She always had a kind and for everyone and a positive outlook on life. Dean will be missed by all that were lucky enough to know her. A private graveside service was held Saturday, February 19, 2000. Arrangements by Fitzgerald and Sons Mortuary.