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FLORES -- Anna Marie Flores passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Sunday, November 7, 2004 with her Mother, sister, and brother at her side. She had bravely battled cancerous brain tumors, her strength courage and faith gave those who truly loved and cared for her as much comfort as they tried to give her. She is preceded in death by her Father Jacinto Richard Flores; Maternal grandfather, Jose M. Sanchez; Paternal Grandparents, Jacinto Flores and Elvira B. Flores. She is survived by her Mother, Frances A. Flores; Sister, Maggie J. Flores; Brother, Charles (Charlie) E. Flores; Nephew, Richard P. Chavez-Flores; Maternal Grandmother, Mrs. Bennie L. Sanchez; Maternal Uncles, Albert N. Sanchez Sr. (Al Hurricane), Morrie L. Sanchez (Tiny Morrie) and his wife Gloria P., Gabriel R. Sanchez (Baby Gaby) and his wife Eleanor; Paternal Aunts, Amelia Maldonado and husband Joe E., Odelia Tapia and husband Steve, Betty Rael and husband Ray, numerous cousins, relatives, and friends. Anna was born and raised in Albuquerque and graduated from Albuquerque High School. She worked for Citizens Bank and at the age of 19 she began her career at Southwest Airlines. While at Southwest she was very involved in the Annual Ronald McDonald Dinners and fundraising activities as well as the Balloon Fiesta. Even after leaving Southwest to focus all her energy and attitude on fighting off her illness she considered Southwest Airlines her second home and its employees her second family. Anyone who was touched by Anna always saw the world a bit differently after that, she was constantly reminding us to live and love like there was no tomorrow. Anna requested when you join her and her family in celebrating her eternal life to remember yellow was her favorite color. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to American Brain Tumor Association or Presbyterian Hospice. Anna you surely will be missed by one and all. Visitations were held on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary and a Rosary was recited at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments were served after the Rosary in the Celebration of Life Room also at Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Church. Burial followed at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers were Matthew Lucero, Ernest Tapia, Eloy R. Maldonado, Lorenzo Sanchez, Rocky J. Sanchez and Nelson Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers were Michael Apodaca, Alfred Ray Rael, Miguel Flores, Norbert Chavez, Danny Baros and Michael Sanchez. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind, supportive and helpful during their recent loss. The family would also like to thank the co-workers of Gabriel Sanchez at the United States Postal Service, co-workers of Maggie Flroes at Southwest Airlines, Eloy R. Maldonado and his co-workers of the Albuquerqe Fire Department, the Consolation Ministry from Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Mr. Pino, the Lucero family, to all those who traveled, those who counldn't attend but were there in thought and prayer, Dr. Paul Duncan, Dr. Katheen Padilla, Presbyterian Hospice and Roberta Chavez. Your kindness will always be remembered and appreciated. Services were in the care of: GARCIA MORTUARY 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222
        Published on: Sun November 14, 2004