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Fierro -- Gilbert Fierro, 55, a devoted Christian and 30-year resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 2, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Carol Fierro; his two children, Miguel and Katrina Fierro and their mother, Dianne Fierro; his three stepsons, Ron Claycomb, Greg Claycomb, and Kevin Claycomb; three grandsons, Christopher Gonzales and Victor and Peter Claycomb; his parents, Manuel and Marta Fierro of Artesia, NM; three brothers, Manuel Fierro of Carlsbad, NM, Robert Fierro of Ropesville, TX; and David Fierro of Artesia, NM; two sisters, Mary Vargas of Artesia, NM, and Veronica Baker of Brunswick, GA; and a host of loving friends. Gilbert was born and raised in Artesia, NM. While a resident of Albuquerque, he devoted much of his life to helping others both in his church, St. Marks-on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church, and in the community. He made four missionary trips to help the people of Honduras, participated regularly in feeding the homeless, and was an active member of the Cursillo community. For the past two years, Gilbert was a dedicated and enthusiastic site supervisor for Habitat for Humanity in Valencia County, NM. He will be most remembered for his boundless generosity, his willingness to serve God in all he did, and his love of cooking. He will be missed by many. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 6, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Marks-on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place NE. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Habitat for Humanity in Belen (505-861-3130) or the St. Marks Mission Ministry (505-262-2484).
        Published on: Thu October 04, 2001