 MUNOZ, MARY ELLEN Age 61, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to John and Susie Vargas on June 2, 1953. Mary Ellen is survived by her parents, John and Susie Vargas of Albuquerque, NM; husband, Jim Munoz of Carlsbad, NM; sister, Linda Cordova and husband, Arthur; daughters, Anna Munoz and husband, Karlos Sachs of Arlington, VA, Christina Munoz and husband, Brian Barnes of Albuquerque, NM; her granddaughter, Zion who was her pride and joy in life; niece, Sonia Cordova; nephew, Juan Cordova and wife, Consuelo; grandnieces, Natalia Cordova and Catalina Cordova. Mary Ellen was an amazing woman, a loving daughter and wife, an extraordinary mother and grandmother, and a dedicated friend and teacher. Mary Ellen married the love of her life, Jim Munoz on August 25, 1973 and in the fall of 1979, they and their two daughters, moved from Albuquerque to Carlsbad. Shortly thereafter, Mary began teaching with the Head Start Program where she spent 18 years as an early childhood education specialist. Upon leaving Head Start, she soon realized that she wasn't ready to retire and accepted a position as a teaching assistant with the Jefferson Montessori Academy, where she has worked with elementary school students for the last 12 years. Mary Ellen had an immense love for her family, friends, students and life as a whole. She could always be counted on to provide a hand, a smile, a listening ear and words of encouragement or comfort to those around her. Although her life centered around her family, she was also known for her love of Elvis, the Yankees, trips to Ruidoso, and nights out with her girlfriends. She will be greatly missed but her influence and memory will undoubtedly live on in the many lives she has touched throughout the years. A Memorial Service will be Saturday, February 28, 2015 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel at 11:30 a.m., her nephew, Juan Cordova, presider. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuary to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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