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Frances Dale Kessinger, beloved mother of Claire Kessinger-Mathey, Christina Kessinger and Peter Kessinger, passed away on September 3, 1999 after a valiant battle with cancer. After retiring in 1992 from an award-winning career as a teacher of the gifted at Highland High School, she served as a docent at the Center for the Book at the Special Collections Library, as well as pursuing her talent as a writer of children's books and poetry. Dale's generous and loving presence will be dearly missed by her family and many devoted friends. May she rest in peace. A Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2:00 p.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Dale Kessinger Memorial Library Fund at Highland High School, 4700 Coal SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, Attn: Mary Ruddy. The family wishes to thank Debora Sponsel, as well as Dale's many devoted friends and hospice workers who filled her final days with love and kindness. Arrangements by Riverside Cremations and Burials, 224-2904.
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