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GONZALES -- Teresita "Terry" Gonzales was called by God from this life on Saturday, November 22, 2008 due to complications associated with brain cancer. Terry was born on April 12, 1953 in Socorro, NM. She was a life long resident of Socorro and was proud to be a homemaker for many years raising her children. Later she worked for New Mexico Tech in the Bureau of Mines division from which she retired in 2003 due to her illness. Terry was active with the American Cancer Society and in 2002 was the chairwoman of the Relay for Life walk in Socorro. Terry enjoyed caring for her family, cooking, sewing and crafting. Terry was famous for her "molletes" (sweet bread), which was a family favorite during the holidays. She enjoyed the simple things in life, watching her favorite TV shows, visiting with family and friends, reading books and all she ever wanted and enjoyed in life was caring for and loving her family. The family wishes to thank Socorro Good Samaritan Nursing Home, the doctors and nurses at the Presbyterian Hospital ICU and the wonderful caregivers at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Center for their loving care of our beloved Teresita. She is preceded in death by her father, Tony Gonzales; and her grandparents. Terry is survived by her two sons, Paul and Mario Telles of Albuquerque, NM; her mother and best friend, Mary Gonzales of Socorro; brother, Gil Gonzales and wife, Susan; niece, Stephanie; nephew Aaron; and great niece Marlie, all of Albuquerque; brother, David Gonzales and wife, Kathy; niece Danielle; and nephew, Matt, all of Chandler, AZ; her uncle, Stanley Sarate and wife, Betty of Socorro; aunt, Frances Sarate and uncle, Leo Sarate, all of Socorro; and many cousins and friends that loved her dearly. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 24, 2008 at Steadman-Hall Funeral Home from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro with Celebration of the Funeral Mass immediately following. Interment will be in the San Miguel Cemetery. Pallbearers are Matt Gonzales, Jerry Rivera, Gilbert Anaya, Anthony Montoya, Tony Duran and Tommy Sarate. Honorary Pallbearers are Aaron Gonzales, Marlene Rivera and Gary Jaramillo. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the American Cancer Society in Terry's memory. We love you Terry and will miss you very much! Arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM. 575-835-1530.
        Published on: Mon November 24, 2008