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“We miss you Mom. ”
1 of 14 | Posted by: Larry - Albuquerque, NM

“I know you will always be with me, in my heart as I continue with this journey of life. Our bond was so special, like you, I love you mom. Debbie ”
2 of 14 | Posted by: Debbie - Albuquerque, NM

“This must be a very difficult time for you all and I am so very sorry for your loss You are in my thoughts and prayers. ”
3 of 14 | Posted by: Camilla Baca - Norwood, CO

“I'm sorry for your loss. I never knew her but my dad Lawrence Payne would talk about her and Uncle Abe. Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this...Read More »
4 of 14 | Posted by: Angelina Payne - Pueblo, CO

“Aunt Lu was very special. My mom Eva O'Canna Payne, enjoyed her company and friendship. Lu was always the one who spoke on the phone: uncle Abe did...Read More »
5 of 14 | Posted by: LORETTA BACA - NORTH PLATTE, NE

“Lu was the center of her family. Whenever anyone wanted to know what was going on, they'd call "Mom". She always made the best of things and had a ...Read More »
6 of 14 | Posted by: Myra O'Canna - Albuquerque, NM

“You will never be forgotten grandma. The way that you lived your life and carried yourself through with such kindness and grace is an inspiration to...Read More »
7 of 14 | Posted by: Randy O'Canna - Albuquerque, NM

“I love you grandma and will never forget your kind and gentle nature. There was always a warmth surrounding you and you always had a smile on your...Read More »
8 of 14 | Posted by: Travis O'Canna - Albuquerque, NM

“Gary and Myra, Though your loved one is gone she will surely not be forgotten. Her presence and impact in your lives will be felt daily. Precious...Read More »
9 of 14 | Posted by: Paula Mitchell - Albuquerque, NM

“I will always miss my grandma, she always made sure I had everything I ever needed to be a successfull grandson in everything I did. She never let me...Read More »
10 of 14 | Posted by: Chase Waldman - Appleton, WI

“Love You Mom, will miss you forever. ”
11 of 14 | Posted by: Larry O'Canna

“Dear Myra and Gary, I am sorry to read about the death of your Mother. She must have been a wonderful person to know and you were so lucky to have...Read More »
12 of 14 | Posted by: Barbara Esch - Albuquerque, NM

“Grandma Lu was the life of the kitchen. Grandma Lu's homemade New Mexican breakfasts, hot green chile stew, and her famous kifling cookies brought...Read More »
13 of 14 | Posted by: Glen O'Canna - Los Lunas, NM

“On behalf of the French Family of Companies, we express our deepest condolences. ”
14 of 14 | Posted by: Trinity Montoya - Albuquerque, NM


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O'CANNA - Lucille Corrine O'Canna, beloved wife and mother, age 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 26, 2011. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Abel J. O'Canna; children, Gary and wife Myra O'Canna, Larry O'Canna, and Deborah and husband Scott Waldman; grandchildren, Glen and wife Lena O'Canna, Travis O'Canna, Randy O'Canna, Whitney Waldman, and Chase and wife Mindi Waldman; great-grandchildren, Eli O'Canna, Emee Waldman, Aria Waldman, and Mateo O'Canna; nieces and nephews, Joann Muro, Robert Lonteen, Dee Maloof, Faye Simpson, and Frank Simpson. Lucille helped her husband manage the family business for over 30 years. She found great joy in teaching children. She volunteered as a kindergarten teacher at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic School for five years. Lucille was famous for her cooking. Among her family's favorites are her poor man's cake, fresh breads, and natillas. Lucille, or grandma Lu as she was often called, will always be remembered as the kindest, gentlest, most giving person you could ever have the honor of knowing. Rosary will be recited at French - Wyoming Chapel at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 with visiting starting at 5:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of The Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE. Interment will take place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, and honorary pallbearers will be her great-grandchildren.