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Edward J. Wyckoff, 52, former Financial Aid Supervisor for the School of Medicine at UNM, won his long battle with cancer as he went to be with his Lord Monday, January 3, 2011. Cherished husband of Anne Wyckoff and beloved father of Edward Wyckoff Jr., His faith and love only deepened throughout years of terminal illness. Despite severe complications, he gave words of comfort to his son and disabled wife, who both cared for him in his last months. A description he gave of his father in a Harvard publication applies also to him: "[he] quietly served God, country, and family." Ed earned a Master's Degree in History from the University of New Mexico while working full-time at UNM's Medical School. He earned the "Dabney Award" for best graduate essay, and received several awards, including the Student Service Award(2003), while employed by the medical school. The following quote is typical of the 70+ letters nominating him: "Ed's fantastic attitude, his endless patience, and his financial expertise deserve high recognition. I know I speak for all of my classmates when I say that has always been a great pleasure to work with him, and to have him take such good care of us." Originally from Boston MA, Ed graduated Boston Latin School in 1975. He earned a B.A. from Harvard College in 1980, and M.A. in History from the University of New Mexico. Survived by four beloved members of his MA family: mother J. Frances Wyckoff, sister Dr. Patricia Wyckoff, niece Genevieve Minori, and brother Francis Wyckoff. Preceded in death by his treasured father, Francis L. Wyckoff; and brother, Donald Wyckoff. Services to be held Sunday, January 30, 2011 in the UNM Alumni Chapel at 3:30 p.m., Donations may be made to the Voice of the Martyrs, the Ed Wyckoff Emergency Fund for UNM students. Call (505)301-6668 if you wish to help the Wyckoff family in their time of need.
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