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Obituary for CARDENAS


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Tuesday December 21, 2010

Lucille Cardenas, 96, went home to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, December 18, 2010. She is now dancing in the fields of glory with her Master. She was born in Cuba, New Mexico to Gabriel and Inescita Montoya. Lucille is survived by her beloved husband of 70 years Joe. N. Cardenas; daughter, Rose Mary Dinelli and husband Vernon; her wonderful grandchildren; and great-grandchildren whom she loved deeply and was so proud of Michael Dinelli, and children, Christopher and Gabrielle and Dante Dinelli (Toni) children, Desiree, Isabella and Dominic and her only granddaughter, Dina Soto (James) and great-grandson Elijah Soto. Lucille lived her life for her family and friends. She loved to travel and go camping before she became ill. Lucille was always ready to care for her loved ones. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, auntie, friend and neighbor. Lucille was also survived by two special people in her life, friends Lydia Gonzales who never failed to be by Lucille's side; her sister-in-law, Susie Montoya who was very special to her; and her many nieces, nephews and friends. A very special thank you to the wonderful; people at Hospice of Sandias who took such loving care of her, Melissa, Cynthia and Gregg and everyone who took part in her care. Also her wonderful Physician Dr.Moraka. Waiting to welcome her home are father, Gabriel, mother Inescita, brothers, Gabe and Eli, sisters, Syria and Elizada, niece, Linda. Thank you to the Pallbears, Adam Montoya, Vernon, Mike, Dante and Christopher Dinelli, James Soto. There will be a service on Wednesday Night, December 22, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., and Thursday, December 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Wyoming Chapel. Burial at Sandia Memory Gardens following funeral services. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com Lucille's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010