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Maria Imilda Witman, 92, died peacefully in her sleep, and she passed into God's care on Saturday, April 26, 2008. She was raised in Philadelphia, PA and Oaklyn, NJ with her parents, Raymond and Mae Procter, and her four siblings, Ray, Don, Rita, and Bob. She married Adam Witman in 1945, and they made their home in Bethlehem, PA. In 1969, they moved to Albuquerque and have lived here ever since. She was preceded in death by, her devoted husband of 63 years of marriage, Adam Witman; brothers, Ray and Bob. Maria is survived by her sister, Rita Clapper of Methuen, MA; brother, Donald Procter of Altadena, CA. Maria loved traveling and delighted in her role as a family member, taking great pleasure helping and watching her nieces and nephews mature and grow up. She worked as an elevator operator along with her sister in a chocolate establishment in Philadelphia. Maria loved the beauty of nature and derived great pleasure from the majestic mountains and the flowers of Albuquerque, Maria and Adam attended church each Sunday where they befriended Sister Lalonde Tyan who has been a support person and mentor to them for many years of her life in a local rest home in Albuquerque. Maria is much loved and will be missed dearly by her family and friends and, in particular, Leann Seiler and Sister Ryan who were like family to her. As Maria lived out her life with dignity and respect, "Peace be with you, Maria". French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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