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YARBROUGH -- ARDITH "BIGSHOT" Born November 16, 1933, passed on to meet her maker July 19, 2011. She is survived by her husband, William C. "Dub" Yarbrough; daughters, Diane Yarbrough, Kathleen Yarbrough, Wilma Shepherd, Donna Towle, and Janet Tucker; grandchildren, John Bottegoni, Devon Towle, Casey Towle, Colin Shepherd, Katie Shepherd and Grant Stephens. Also surviving her are her sisters, Mary Lou House, and family, Irma "Hotshot" Morrison, and husband, Len, and family; her three sisters-in-law, Bert Yarbrough, Jean Lundy and Johnna Yarbrough; many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Debbie Bottegoni. Ardith "Bigshot" never knew a stranger, everyone called her Gram, Mom or Auntie. She was loved by everyone that ever met her. She always had a smile for friends and family. Her love for her garden was evident in the way she was able to harvest and can the fruits of her labor. She always had time to sit on the floor and play with her grandchildren or any other child who came to visit. Gram loved to crochet, cook and bake. Everything was made with a spoonful of sugar and love. She crocheted colorful afghans for countless friends and family members, which are treasured by all. She will be missed. Our family wishes to thank our cousin, Lynnette Wallner, and Hospice de la Luz for the special care and comfort they provided to our entire family. A Memorial Service will be held August 12, 2011, at 11:00 am at Calvary Chapel in Rio Rancho. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Hospice de la Luz or Calvary Chapel.
        Published on: Sun July 24, 2011