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Obituary for APODACA


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Tuesday April 24, 2012

LAWANDA "KAY Was born in Bentonville, Arkansas on January 18, 1942 and passed away in Albuquerque, NM on Thursday April 19, 2012, at the age of 70. Kay was a member of Community of Christ Church, employed by the Jerry Rose Studio for many years and various medical facilities, having retired from the medical profession. She will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed sewing and puzzles. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Robert Leach and Theda W. Leach; and sister, Theda (Pete) Leach Castro. Kay is survived by her beloved husband, Gilbert Apodaca of the home; daughter, Simone Byrne and husband John; granddaughter, Cynthia Sarah Byrne; sisters, Delores Andrews, Jane Wilson and husband Ralph; brothers, Jack Moody and wife Karen, John Leach and wife Kay, Robert Leach and wife Betty; as well as numerous loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends who love and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be held at Community of Christ Church, 4701 Juan Tabo NE in Albuquerque, NM on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 10:30 am. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. ABQ. 505-343-8008.