 HANNA, MADELINE LOUISE Madeline L. Hanna, born in Whitehall, WI, passed away in Charlotte, NC on March 12 after a valiant battle with cancer. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Dr. Erin Hanna Baker, and son-in-law, Sam Baker of Charlotte, NC; her mother, Adeline Blundy; sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Pete Groves; and niece and nephew, Jeanie and Adam Wynn of Phoenix, AZ. She was preceded in death by her husband, John (Jack). Madeline was a proud graduate of Arizona State University where she received both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees. She moved to El Paso in 1978 and began teaching Home Economics at Riverside High School. She was a dedicated teacher, always pushing her students to work harder and to be successful. She was instrumental in the organization of the Teen Parenting Academy in the Ysleta Independent School District and did everything in her power to motivate teen parents to stay in school and graduate. After retiring from the YISD, Madeline relocated to Albuquerque and began teaching at Independence High School where she continued her work with at-risk teens. She epitomized professionalism and always strove to be a better teacher. She was active in Beta Sigma Phi sorority and participated in many community service activities throughout her life. She loved to do counted cross-stitch and created many beautiful pieces of stitching over the years. Attending sorority events and going to stitching camp were highlights of her life. She leaves behind many friends, former students, colleagues, and her loving family who will miss her greatly. A memorial service will be held at All Saint's Lutheran Church in Albuquerque, NM, Saturday, March 22nd at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Animal Humane NM.
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