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Vincent E. Griego, 68, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2008, surrounded by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Sandra; three children, Mary Louise and husband, Roger Duchaussee, Willie and wife, Anna Griego, Ruben and wife, Reyna Griego; nine grandchildren, Andrew Griego, Fernando Griego, Valerie Buckhingham, Tiffany Oselio, Kimberly Griego, Alexander Duchaussee, David Duchaussee, Kristin Gieseck, Paul Griego; three great-grandchildren, Jada and Kiana Aragon, and Fernando Griego. He is also survived by two sisters, Margaret Griego and Frances Gonzalez and husband, Pat; and brother, Raymond Griego. He was preceded in death by his parents; and son, Vincent Griego, Jr. Vincent was raised in Old Town and Los Griegos and spent his entire life in the North Valley. He graduated from the University of Albuquerque with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He retired after 26 years from Bernalillo County. He spent 24 years serving the Citizens of Albuquerque on the City Council representing District 2. He also served as President of The New Mexico Municipal League. During his life long service, he made many lasting friendships which are too numerous to mention. He enjoyed traveling to Las Vegas and eating at Village Inn on Menaul. The family wishes to thank the awesome and extraordinary staff of The Cottages for their loving care. If people wish, donations may be made to The Cottages, For Patient Activities, 3920 Juan Tabo NE, 87111, ATTN: John Rainbolt. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, September 30, 2008, 7 p.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos, NW. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith, NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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