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CHARLTON -- LINDA Age 59, beautiful and loving wife of Bryan, devoted mother of Jason and Craig, beloved daughter of Herb and Adelle Merville died Monday, May 28 at 8:30 PM. She died at home surrounded by her loved ones. She is also survived by her brother Scott Merville, his wife Jeannie, and nephews Gabe and Julian of Houston,Texas. As a teacher at Inez Elementary School, Linda shared her life-long passion for learning and her generous spirit with her students. She loved travel, being out in nature, and gardening. As an avid gardener her goal was to have something blooming in each season. She took great joy in nature, becoming an advocate for the earth as God's creation, often educating herself and others about environmental issues. Her strong desire for peace and justice led her to participation with Women In Black in their weekly peaceful silent vigil. She drew strength, wisdom, and direction from her faith and involvement at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church. Throughout her six year battle with multiple myeloma, she met challenges with grace and courage. Those who knew Linda admired her unique way of reframing difficult situations into opportunities to grow. Cherished by many, she nurtured friendships of love and honesty. Her spirit will live on in the many lives she touched. She was smart, feisty, loving, and loyal. She had a zest for life, an indomitable spirit, and was unwilling to settle for second-best. Linda's warmth, humor, and exuberance will be missed. Hers was a life well-lived. A Memorial service will be held Tuesday, June 5, 4:00 PM, at St. Michael and All Angels, 601 Montano Rd NW. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Linda's favorite charity - Nature Conservancy of New Mexico (www.nature.org)
        Published on: Sun June 03, 2012