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VEROCHE -- Nicholas M. Veroche passed away on Friday, November 27, 2009 at the age of 91. Nick was born in Pennsylvania to Italian immigrants and was the second youngest of 11 children. He proudly served multiple tours in WWII, in the Pacific theater, being awarded many honors, including the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. After WWII, Nick served in the Army Air Corps and was transferred to Kirtland Air Force Base, in Albuquerque, where he met his wife, of 44 years, Genevieve Kavanaugh. Genevieve preceded Nick in death in 1993. Nick is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Terry Sims, of Albuquerque; his grandson, Christopher Papaleo, of Albuquerque; several nieces and nephews; dear friend Ruth Sheridan; and many family and friends, including "adopted" grandchildren, Trevor, Dalton, Shalie and Katie Rose. Nick worked for the Public Service Company of New Mexico in the line department and retired after 30 years. He was a member of IBEW, Local 611 receiving a certificate for 55 years of membership. Nick was an avid and talented fisherman who enjoyed being on the river and could help just about anyone hook a fish. He was a member of Saint Charles Borromeo Parish and a member of the Holy Name Society. Nick will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather with a great sense of humor who enjoyed making people laugh with a generous heart and full smile. Family and friends are invited to a viewing on Tuesday, December 1 at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at French, 1111 University Blvd. NE. A Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, December 2, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE followed by a committal service at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Nicholas at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Tue December 01, 2009