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Martha Maria Magdalena Villa, age 53, was born August 12, 1952 and passed away November 16, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ruben Villa; her father, Laute Lucero; and her son, Ruben Miguel Villa. Martha Villa was a magnificent woman of many traits and talents. Many knew her as a loving mother, grandmother, and a good friend. Through her life, she was a hospice and licensed nursing care provider, truck driver, construction worker, sculptor, artist, teacher, band manager, master marksmen, champion race car driver, coyote, queen of billiards, and not to mention, a terrific dancer. Through the years, she has touched many lives with her kindness and compassion. She will never be forgotten. Martha is survived by her mother, Susan Lucero; her partner of 19 years, Isidro Duran; brother, Ezekiel and his partner, Doug; sister, Elisa Gonzales and husband, Martin; children, Elauterio, Leonardo, Lino, and Elisa Shanna and partner, Velente; niece, Rebecca; nephew, Juan; grandchildren, Eldefonso, Cristoval, Raul, Brad, Ryan, Julian; and many, many friends. A visitation will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. on Friday, November 19, 2004 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Burial will be at the Villa Family Cemetery on Saturday, November 20, 2004 at 10:30 am. A special thank you to Dr. Lee and staff at the University of New Mexico Cancer Center for their care and concern. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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