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NELSON -- Mary R. Nelson, 84, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, June 21, 2008. She is survived by her sons, Steven A. Nelson of Denver, CO, John L. Nelson and wife, Sarah of Santa Fe; grandchildren, Kimberly (Stinebaugh) Pacheco of Trinidad, CO, Kate Nelson, Elaine and Jeremiah Baumgartel; and great-grandchild, Madison Louanne Abeyta. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry D. Nelson; and daughter, Louanne Stinebaugh. Mary, a native of Sepulpa, OK, worked in the Boeing Aircraft plant in Wichita, KS during World War II. She and Harry married June 16, 1943, and later moved to Albuquerque. Mary retired from the University of New Mexico in 1985, after 20 years of service. Mary, an avid bridge player, earned the Senior Gold Life Master award. Also, she served as a former treasurer of the board of directors for the Duke City Bridge Club. A Graveside Service will be held in Mary's honor on Friday, July 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Thu July 24, 2008