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KONITZER, JOHN JR. Age 79, passed away to be with the Lord, peacefully at home with his family at his side, Thursday, February 5, 2015. John was an armed forces veteran, serving in both the U.S. Air Force and Army, including two tours of duty in Vietnam. Known to all who met him as charismatic and inspiring others to be honest with integrity. He could light up a room with his personality and humor. He was preceded in death by his son, Francis B. Konitzer; his daughters, Cecilia M. Sanchez and Monica M. Konitzer; and his wife Evangelina R. Konitzer. John is survived by his wife, Diane Konitzer; her children, Joel, Shelley, John and Kayla; his children, John Konitzer III, Kathleen Armijo, Richard Konitzer, and Rita Helak (Dave Romo); grandchildren, Michael Anthony Armijo, Nicholas, John Helak, Jacqueline Nicole Garcia (Jon), and Faith Romo; and numerous great-grandchildren. John will always be remembered first as a devoted husband and father. Cremation has taken place, and burial will be a private family ceremony at a future date. A Mass celebration of his life will be on Friday, February 13, 2015 at 9:00am at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church at 5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW Albuquerque, NM 87120. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in John's honor to Wounded Warrior Project, support.woundedwarriorproject.org or P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675. To share memories with the family please visit John's memorial webpage at www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
        Published on: Thu February 12, 2015