Margaret Marie Otteni
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Margaret Marie Otteni

  • January 10, 2012
  • Albquerque, New Mexico
  • Casa Angelica
    5629 Isleta Blvd. SW
    Albuquerque, NM 87105
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“We have many, many wonderful memories of our long term next door neighbor. We were the lucky recipients of her freshly baked bread and other...Read More » ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Ann and Alan King

“Our deepest sympathies to the family. Margaret & Leo will always remain in our hearts. With Love, Aunt Millie, Sandy & Kathy ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: Millie, Sandy and Kathy - Erie, PA

“Margaret was our friend for many years, as are several member of her family. Margaret and Leo were neighbors at Pendaries Village, and we frequently...Read More » ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: Larry and Nedra Gordon - NM

“I have so many wonderful memories of Aunt Margaret and Uncle Leo - and my cousins. Being away from Albuquerque, we can so easily lose touch. Please...Read More » ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: Pam and Dave Hainlin - Richardson, TX

“Elaine, Ed & Family, All of the Laniers have many fond memories of Margaret and all her energy. We know you will always cherish all the wonderful...Read More » ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: Debbie Lanier Gunderson - NM

“While my own mother lived at Atria Vista del Rio between Feb. 2009 and Oct. 2010, she and I came to know Margaret as one of the most positive and...Read More » ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Carolyn Tinker - Arlington, NM

“With deepest sympathy Jack and Susan Redman ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: jack and susan redman - Friends

“"Mom" was truly an amazing woman. Her zest for life and energy were enviable. She was always kind and thoughtful. Seeing her always put a smile on...Read More » ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: The Potters - albuquerque, NM

“Margaret was a true friend to my mother, she helped her ajust when she moved to Atria and saw to it that she had breakfast every morning, she watched...Read More » ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: Cecilia Carpenter - Clovis, NM

“To Ed and Elaine and Family... I'll always remeber the cheerful lady in the flower shop...always a good word for me and our family from your Mother....Read More » ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Robert W. Blagg - Albuquerque, NM

“Thinking of the family and extending our sincere sympathy. ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Linda and Richard Marmon - NM

“We will forever miss Margaret at Atria. Jo and Hank were friends with her and Margaret always made sure to great us with a smile in the dining room...Read More » ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: Jo Ann and Hank de Bruin and Caregiver Sheri Sandlin - NM

“On behalf of the French Family of Companies, we would like to express our deepest condolences to your family. ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: Joel Chavez and Team


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Margaret Marie Otteni passed from this life Tuesday, January 10, 2012, after a short illness. She was born September 3, 1919, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Charles and Margaret Mechenbier, the fourth child in a family of ten children. On April 8, 1942, she married the love of her life, Leo Otteni. He preceded her in death September 28, 2006. They moved to Albuquerque, NM, in 1948 where they raised their five children. They remained active at Our Lady of Fatima Church their entire lives. Margaret was always proud of her husband and his accomplishments, but we know in our hearts that behind that successful man was a strong, intelligent, persevering wife. Margaret loved a good time, golf, bridge, and a bargain. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Joan and Frank Nordstrum, Lee and Diana Otteni, Ken and Tina Otteni, Mary Jane and John Hall, Elaine and Ed Cebula, her grandchildren: Lisa Sheppard, Chris Nordstrum, Becky Otteni, Carol Vencill, and her great grandchildren: Emma and Leo Sheppard, Myles Nordstrum, Tyler, Leah, Bryant, and Emily Vencill, her brothers: Norbert and Bernard Mechenbier and her sisters: Mercedes Ray and Vera Mae Gardiner. Margaret resided just over three years at Atria Vista Del Rio where she served as an ambassador and also became a vibrant member of that retirement community. The family thanks all the employees of Atria for their tender and kind care always provided to Margaret. Rosary will be recited at Our Lady of Fatima Church at 7:00 PM. Thursday, January 12th. Mass will be offered Friday, January 13th, at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to Casa Angelica, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105.