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“Happy Mother's Day, Mom. Wish you were here too. Been talking to Carol today about how much we miss you. I hope you are with Dad and everyone...Read More »
1 of 16 | Posted by: Chris - Albuquerque, NM

“Mom, Happy Mother's Day. I wish you were still here and enjoying life. I miss you. I'm sure though, that you are with Dad, Jimmy, and Grandma &...Read More »
2 of 16 | Posted by: Carol Suss - Reno, NV - Daughter

“It's only been two months but it seems like you've been gone a long time. I miss you so much mom. I know you are no longer suffering and Dad is...Read More »
3 of 16 | Posted by: Chris - albuquerque, NM

“Mom, I miss you so much. I keep wanting to pick up the phone and call you. I know you are with Dad, and Grandma and Grandpa now, and I hope you're...Read More »
4 of 16 | Posted by: Carol Suss - Reno, NV - daughter

“Merry Christmas Mom. I miss you so much. I hope you are having a wonderful Christmas up in Heaven. I wish you were here with us. Love, Chris ”
5 of 16 | Posted by: Chris Gutierrez - Albuquerque, NM

“we love you and will miss you very much. Hope that you find the peace in death that you couldnt in life. let the music keep playing ”
6 of 16 | Posted by: Mr. & Mrs. christopher John Bergevin Sr. - NM

“Ruth was a neighbor when we first moved to Albuquerque in 1989. She was never too busy to sit down and talk or offer a helping hand. I'll never...Read More »
7 of 16 | Posted by: Kay Blanchette Garza - NM

“Ruth was like a mother to me. I've had the privilage of knowing her for 8 years plus, but feel like I've known her all my life. She was the most...Read More »
8 of 16 | Posted by: Matthew Garcia - Albuquerque, NM

“Chris, My family and I send our condolences. May God Bless you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers and please keep the faith. ...Read More »
9 of 16 | Posted by: Jeff Lovato - Albuquerque, NM

“Dear Chris, It’s tough to know what to say at a time like this. We believe that you were as outstanding a daughter as you are a friend. Dan &...Read More »
10 of 16 | Posted by: Dan & Reeta Garber - Sandia Park, NM

“Chris, My heart goes out to you. May your wonderful memories carry you through this difficult time. Sending you lots of hugs. Mary and Larry ”
11 of 16 | Posted by: Mary Townley - Geneva, NY

“Chris,I am sorry for your loss. I only met a couple of times many years ago. Take care and my condolence to your family. Norman ”
12 of 16 | Posted by: Norman Lonon - Albuquerque, NM

“"Rudy" invited me for a 4th of July barbeque some 20 odd years ago....I remember she made great marinaded chicken.........gave me a nickname too "PLG...Read More »
13 of 16 | Posted by: Paul Pochan - Maricopa, AZ

“Mom, I miss you so much. I know you are in a better place and not feeling any more pain. I am so blessed to have had you in my life for so many...Read More »
14 of 16 | Posted by: Chris - daughter

“Ruth's friends at the Rio Grande Jazz Society want to express their deep sympathy. We have wonderful memories of Ruth dancing in the new shoes she...Read More »
15 of 16 | Posted by: Rio Grand Jazz Society

“On behalf of the French Family of Companies, we express our deepest condolences. ”
16 of 16 | Posted by: Joel Chavez


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Ruth Jane Coffin (94) a resident of Albuquerque since 1980 died Sunday, December 11, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband John Howland Coffin. She is survived by three daughters (Christine Gutierrez of Albuquerque, NM; Carol Suss and her husband, Bill from Reno, NV; Emily Kirkland and her husband Bob from Albemarle, NC; and grandchildren, Tracy Murphy and Christopher Bergevin from Albuquerque, NM. Services will be held on Wednesday, December 21 at 11:00 a.m. at La Mesa Presbyterian Church, 7401 Copper Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108. Family will gather at Sunset Memorial Park for interment services after memorial. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to La Mesa Presbyterian Church.