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Obituary for HAMERSON


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday March 18, 2009

Margaret Hamerson, 93, resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2009. She is survived by her daughters, Antonia Hamerson Koraka and Ann Varney and husband, Donald; two grandsons, Douglas Hency and wife, Kathy and Allen Mann and wife, Jill ; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Whiteman and husband, James and Mary Lynn Winegarner, and brother, Robert Winegarner. Margaret was preceded in death by her loving husband, Reverend Lars Hamerson and her granddaughter, Heather Elise Mann. Margaret received her teaching degree from North Texas State College. She taught in a one room country school then later established her own kindergarten which was a source of joy. In 1940 she married Lars Hamerson, a young Presbyterian minister, who she knew since childhood. They were married for 65 years and many years of ministry followed. Margaret was active in her church and community. Her faith was constant throughout her life; she was a reflection of Gods love. She always took the time to provide comfort and support to others. Margaret loved the arts and was an accomplished watercolorist along with her work in other medias. She was also uplifted by her love of music. Mother you were an inspiration, bright and beautiful, and we love you. You will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 20, 2009, at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle Blvd. SE, with interment following at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Although Margaret had a great love for flowers, she would have wanted donations to be made to the Make a Wish Foundation of NM, 5301 Central NE, Suite 203, 87108 or Vista Care Hospice, 601 Martin Luther King, 87102