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ADAMS -- Lois Ardell Adams of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at the age of 87. She was born in Cleveland, OH on Monday, March 14, 1921 to Thomas and Adeline McGraw. In 1957, Lois moved with her children to Albuquerque, NM from Cleveland, OH in order to have a better life and be closer to her family. She began working in 1959 at the Sandia Base commissary and then worked with DASA doing security clearances. At the age of 55, Lois attended Albuquerque TVI in order to obtain her GED High School diploma. We all were so proud of her! Lois retired from Civil Service in 1984 after 25 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; her two brothers; and one sister-in-law. Lois is survived by son, Robert J. Adams and wife, Clarice of Oklahoma City, OK; daughters, Donna L. Kortlever of Bellingham, WA and Patt A. Quirici of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; great- niece, Theresa and husband Green, and two children; great-nephew, Terence and wife, Lydia, and two children, and so many cousins and loving friends. Lois enjoyed sewing, crocheting, traveling, spending time with her family and many friends. She spent a great deal of her retirement time volunteering with the Office of Senior Affairs, working hard at many of the various senior centers such as Palo Duro, Bear Canyon, Highland, Barelas and Los Volcanas. She drove seniors to different events over the last few decades. Lois was affiliated with the Solo Club and collated their newsletter for many years as well as being on several bowling leagues. Lois was a member of the Amigos and ACLOA. Music Theaters Southwest was a major part of her life over the past ten years, where she donated her time and loved being involved in any aspect where she could be of help. She managed their concession stand and monitored the back door, where they nicknamed her "Sarge". Lois had a smile for everyone. Was well loved. She touched so many lives and will be missed greatly. The family wishes to sincerely thank Bernadette, Corina and Dawn and all the staff members of Presbyterian Hospice and Princeton Place for the loving care they provided Lois during her final days. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life is scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2008, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Private interment will take place later. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, New Mexico Chapter, 3411 Candelaria NE, Suite M, Albuquerque, NM 87107. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sat September 13, 2008