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ROGERS -- Nancy Wallingford Rogers of Rio Rancho suddenly and unexpectedly passed away Saturday, November 7, 2009 from a heart attack. She leaves behind her soul mate and loving husband of 46 years, Richard E. Rogers. Nancy was born May 17, 1941, in Louisville Kentucky to Mildred Parr Denson Wallingford and Joseph Harold Wallingford. She attended the University of Louisville where she met the love of her life. Immediately following their marriage on July 27, 1963, Dick and Nancy moved to Albuquerque where she raised her family and became exceptionally involved in the community. They remained in Albuquerque for over 40 years before moving to Rio Rancho. Aside from being a devoted wife and mother, she will be long remembered for her Christian faith, creativity, energy, compassion, and incredible artistic talent. Nancy was a long time member of Monte Vista Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) where she was active in the choir. Many aspects of the church bear her indelible mark as a talented artist and graphic designer. Nancy's artistic and creative talents were enjoyed by many through over 30 years with Musical Theatre of the Southwest (Formerly ACLOA) working back stage in makeup, props, stage-managing, scene painting, and costuming. She was also an active member of the Colored Pencil Society, Enchanted Painters, Albuquerque Artist Guild, The Rio Rancho Artist Association, and many other artistic endeavors. Nancy, and her beloved four-legged sidekick Kellogg, were active in Greyhound Rescue Society, Pet Therapy, and known for many special appearances in Barkus Parades and special events together. She is also known to many as Colors the Clown. For several years Nancy was active in the Presbyterian Healthcare Volunteer Services and is a past Chairman. In that capacity she assisted countless people at Kaseman and Presbyterian hospitals exhibiting her legacy of compassion, selfless service, and care. She is survived by her loving husband; son, the Reverend David Wilson Rogers and wife, Kimberly of Carlsbad, NM; and daughter, Patti Cook and husband, Randy of Bishop, CA. She has eight grandchildren, Celica, Tanin, and Randi Jo Cook, Celeste, Jacob, and Rachel Rogers, Jonathan McIlwee, and Josh Smith. Nancy also leaves brothers, Joseph Wallingford and wife, Martha, and Dick Wallingford and wife, Cheri both of Louisville, Kentucky. Monte Vista Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) will host a worshipful celebration of her life on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. with the Reverend Laurie Lewis officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to Monte Vista Christian Church, at 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, Albuquerque 87106, or to Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, designated for Rio Rancho Medical Center, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, 87125-6666. Please visit our online guestbook for Nancy at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Sun November 15, 2009