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Obituary for Paulsen


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday August 15, 1999

Mary Ruth, 87, passed away Friday, August 13, 1999 at a local hospital in Albuquerque. Mary Ruth was a life long resident of New Mexico. She was born January 12, 1912 in Raton, NM, to Adelia and William Wingo. Mary Ruth moved to Albuquerque in 1945. She was a member of Monte Vista Christian Church as well as Alpha Chi Omega. Mary Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Ira A. Paulsen; a son, William"Bill" Paulsen; and a brother, Walter Wingo. She is survived by a nephew, Steve Wingo of Dallas, Texas. Cremation has already taken place. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cancer Research & Treatment Center, University of New Mexico, 900 Camino de Salud NE, Alb., NM 87131. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM In Charge of Arrangements.