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Erlinda Christine Gabaldon, 57, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away in Albuquerque, Friday, January 5, 2007 following a difficult battle with cancer. She passed away at her home with her family at her side. She faced her illness with amazing strength, grace, courage, and dignity that deeply touched all who knew her. As a woman of faith, she openly took on the burdens of her illness. Erlinda is deeply missed by all of us who loved her so much. Born in Albuquerque, NM, Erlinda was a graduate of Albuquerque High School, class of '67, and T.V.I. After working for AT&T for nine years, Erlinda dedicated her life to her family and the raising of her two daughters. Above all, she loved being a Grandma. Erlinda enjoyed her grandson, Diego, immensely and looked forward to welcoming two new grandchildren into the family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Florinda and Manuel Maldonado. Erlinda is survived by her loving husband, Ernest G. Gabaldon; sisters, Mela Gutierrez, Angela Sanchez, and Elena Otero; brothers, Frankie McAfee, Joe McAfee, Leroy McAfee, and George McAfee; daughters, Francisquita Fernandez and husband, Nathan Fernandez, and Dolores Sanchez and husband, Marcos Sanchez; and grandson, Diego Sanchez. Erlinda's Memorial Service will begin with a Rosary being recited on Thursday, January 11, 2007 at 8:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW, in Albuquerque with the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated on Friday, January 12, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. also at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
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