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Edwina Maes Schubert, 84, died Wednesday, December 12, 2007 in Albuquerque after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on December 19, 1922, the 3rd of nine children of Jose Delfino and Efren Maes, and grew up on the family ranch in Maes, New Mexico. In 1946, she married Alfred Schubert, Jr. to whom she was married for over 60 years. After World War II, Alfred and Edwina settled in Albuquerque and raised five children. Her husband Alfred died in December 2006. Edwina was predeceased by her parents; and two brothers, Frank and Gilbert Maes. A long-time volunteer at Our Lady of Fatima Church, she was a woman of deep faith and compassion. Always cheerful, she made a lasting impression on every life she touched. She is survived by her daughter and long-time caregiver, Phyllis Schubert and friend, John Casey of Albuquerque; daughter, Anita Schubert Brown and husband, Richard of Sunnyvale, CA; and sons, Joseph Schubert of San Francisco; Alfred Schubert III and wife, Kristin of Granite Bay, CA; and Frank Schubert and friend Greg Fedro of Austin, Texas; five grandchildren, Kevin Brownstein, Matthew Brown, Veronica Schubert, Kyle Schubert and Eddie Schubert; six siblings, Margaret Collins, J. Delfino Maes, Jr., Carlos Maes, Antonio Maes, Leo Maes and wife, Annette, Mike Maes and wife, Gisele; and many nieces and nephews. The family extends special thanks to the caring staff at The Oasis group home, and her past caregivers, Peggy, Lori and Patty. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any contributions be made to Our Lady of Fatima Woman's Guild, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, the Alzheimer's Association NM Chapter, 9500 Montgomery Blvd., NE, or a charity of your choice. Rosary will be recited Saturday, December 15, 2007, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE., with Mass to follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be held at a later date at Santa Fe National Cemetery beside her beloved husband Alfred. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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