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MCGINNIS -- Donald Ellis McGinnis, 71, died in his home Sunday, November 30, 2008. He was a "miracle," having survived 17 years with two heart transplants. Born in Emlenton, PA in July of 1937, he moved to New Mexico after joining the Air Force in 1955. He is survived by two families who loved him very much: Joan McGinnis, Dan McGinnis and wife Sandra, Mitchell "Chip" McGinnis and wife Sherrie, Sherrill Wright and son Jordan Wright, grandchildren Darren, Ryan, Fili, Sam and Jolie, all of New Mexico; uncle Dan McGinnis and wife Helen of Pennsylvania, sister Ruth Davis and husband Jim of Pennsylvania and brother Paul McGinnis and wife Susan of Oregon. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew "A.R." and Vera May McGinnis. He served ten years in the Air Force, then retired from Sandia National Labs after 25 years. He lived life to the fullest and enjoyed sharing outdoor activities - fishing, boating, and hunting with friends and family. He was very proud of his children and his grandchildren and shared his love of nature with them. Cremation has taken place. His ashes will be lovingly spread at Echo Lake in Pagosa Springs, CO next Spring. Friends and family are invited to commemorate his life at 3504 32nd Circle in Rio Rancho between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2008, 505-896-4693. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the charity of your choice.
        Published on: Wed December 03, 2008