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SIERRA -- Arturo Sierra, born October 16, 1948 in Moline, IL died peacefully at home on November 5, 2008. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Adela and John Sierra. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Leslie Oakes of Peralta; his son Simon Sierra; daughter Carmen Luz Sierra; and their mother Theresa Sierra of Albuquerque; sisters Mary Sierra Lopez of Texas, Rachel Sierra and Mariana Sierra of California, Barbara Sierra and Caroline Sierra of Illinois; brother John William "Bill" Sierra of Colorado; and their spouses and children. Arturo grew up in Illinois and attended Western Illinois State University where he obtained both Bachelors and Masters degrees. He worked as an advocate of first generation and underrepresented students for over 30 years at Blackhawk Community College, the University of Iowa and at the University of New Mexico as director of the College Enrichment Program. After leaving UNM, he became a licensed massage therapist working in both Los Lunas and Albuquerque. In recent year, he enjoyed traveling through Europe and Mexico where he gained many close friends. Arturo was a man with deep spiritual beliefs who will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Final Service will be held later in East Moline, IL.
        Published on: Tue November 25, 2008