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MILLER, MARY passed away Thursday, April 3, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born in Hoven, South Dakota August 22, 1945 to Edwin and Dorothy Jost. Mary has lived in numerous states and in Japan as she sacrificed her vocations to follow her husband Lee as he transferred with the military and civil service. She was preceded in death by her parents and one of her brothers, Jim Jost. She is survived by her husband Lee; daughter, April Serrano and her husband Dan; grandchildren, Daniel, Devin, Dorothy and Dakota; brother, Leland and his wife Virginia; sister, Leila and husband Dave Geilser; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mary was a devoted Christian involved in many church activities starting with youth counselor in Abilene, Texas, to small group participant in several groups here in Albuquerque, NM with the Sagebrush Community Church. One of Mary's most rewarding positions was a real estate agent. Mary was also an avid walker for many years and held a position as a Zumba fitness trainer. After Mary's brain cancer surgery, she developed a boldness in sharing her convictions to the Lord with others. Every new person she met, she would ask if they had a relationship with Jesus Christ. If they replied no, she would ask "would you like to?" Mary truly loved her husband of 48 years, daughter, grandchildren, family as well as many friends. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life service will be held at Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors Blvd NW ABQ. NM 87120 on Saturday, April 12, 2014 at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center, 1201 Camino de Salud NE ABQ, NM 87131. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Wed April 09, 2014