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Obituary for Juzang


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Tuesday July 29, 2003

William Joseph Juzang, born February 27, 1928, died July 25, 2003. He is survived by his nine children, Angela Jewell, Wanda Cooper, Guy Juzang, Vicki DeVigne, Maxie Juzang, Ivan Juzang, Tracy Britton, Trina Juzang and William Juzang II; 17 grandchildren, Michael II, Simone and Miles Cooper, Taja and Thomas Jewell, Armand and Joelle DeVigne, Maxie II, Chase, Christian, Jonathan and Lauren Juzang, DeShon, Guielle, Patria and Marisa Juzang, and Clarke Britton; one sister, Betty Juzang; his former wife, Mary Juzang; and close friend and companion, Nymfa Winters; numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws. William, born in Mobile, Alabama, served 28 years in the Air Force, doing two tours in Vietnam. He retired as a Chief Master Sergeant and then worked another 20 years in civil service at Kirtland Air Force Base. A New Mexico resident for over 45 years, William enjoyed flyfishing, cooking and traveling. William was a devout Catholic his entire life. William leaves behind a thriving family who hopes to maintain his incredible work ethic, sense of responsibility and zest for life. Anyone wanting to leave a donation in his name is encouraged to simply take the time to make a positive difference in some child's life or for a memorial contribution, his favorite charities were Southern Poverty Law Center, Salvation Army, NAACP and Disabled American Veterans. For his nine children, that would continue his legacy. At William's request, private family services have been held. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959