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PEREA -- Maria O. Perea, age 58, born in Albuquerque, NM, left this life on earth to began a new life with Christ on December 6, 2009. Maria is survived by her husband, Louie Perea; mother, Lydia Gonzales; children, Lawrence Silva, Geri and Henry Garza, Yvonne and Richard Padilla, Rosie and Larry Draper; grandchildren, Annaliese Silva, Lou Draper, Francisco Duran, Stephanie Garza, Jag Garza, Jeremy Padilla, Nicholas Padilla; great-grand children, Michael Johnson and Ariana Garza; sisters and brothers, Bev and Ben Moya, Renay and Russ Matheson, Paul and Randa Silva, Carlos and Eileen Silva, Eddie and Theresa Silva; nieces and nephews and extended family. Preceded in death by father, Joe Silva; grandson, Jesus Padilla. Maria dedicated her life to the deaf and blind community. She founded the Zia Deaf and Blind Club in 1997. Maria was an active member of Calvary Chapel where she interpreted for the deaf in church as well as the Easter Sunrise Services. She also interpreted for President Bush's speech during his visit to Albuquerque. In Maria's short life, she volunteered, accomplished, completed, or spearheaded far too many things for us to list in this little newspaper. Those that knew her know what we're talking about and can testify to this statement. She truly was a blessing/saint to everyone she met. She will be missed. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Zia Deaf/Blind Club or American Cancer Society, Team Paloma Blanca, 15 Robinhood Ln, Tijeras, NM, 87059. Service will be held at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque 4001 Osuna Rd. NE on Thursday December 10, 2009 at 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Reception following at Calvary 12:00-2:00 p.m.
        Published on: Wed December 09, 2009