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Benjamin Medders Obituary

Benjamin Reed Medders Ben was born on October 17, 2009 and left us too soon on October 19, 2009. He was born at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, George Reed. He is survived by his parents, Kyle and Annie Medders of Cochiti Lake, NM; also by his grandparents, Charles and Janeice Medders of Kirtland, NM and Connie Reed of Santa Fe; uncles: Jerry Reed of Alamosa, CO, Jim Reed and fiancé Jennifer Gutierrez of Corrales, Kenny Reed and Monica Morris of Albuquerque; and great grandparents, Don and Anne Walker of Waterflow, NM. He is also survived by several great uncles and cousins. We would like to thank all the doctors and staff at Perinatal Associates of New Mexico, and the wonderful nursing staff and doctors at Presbyterian Hospital for all the love and concern they showed while the family was there. A Graveside Service will be conducted Saturday, October 24, 2009, 2 p.m. at Memorial Gardens Cemetery on Rodeo Road. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity or "The Hugs Room" at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Rivera Family of Santa Fe Funeral Options 417 East Rodeo Road Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505)989-7032 Santafefuneraloption.com

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Published by Santa Fe New Mexican on Oct. 22, 2009.

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Barbara Tucker

November 29, 2009

Annie and Kyle-Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I cannot imagaine the pain you've been in.Just know that Benjamin is in a perfect place now and waiting for you.

Barbara and Jim

Linda & Greg Gilli

October 22, 2009

Annie & Kyle - You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. Take some peace in knowing that Ben is waiting for you in a much better place.

Megan Harmeyer

October 22, 2009

Annie and Kyle - I cannot even begin to imagine your loss. Ben was just too perfect for this world. Please know that you are in our thoughts and Neil and I are here for you for anything. Megan

October 22, 2009

Annie & Kyle,
There are no amount of words that will take away your sorrow but know this we are here for you no matter what big or small. I know Ben would have grown to be a great and wonder person just like his parents. Both of you and especially Ben will always be in our thought and prayers. God bless

Christina and Sheryl

October 22, 2009

Annie:
I am sorry for your loss. Just know that you, Kyle and Benjamin are truely loved. We are all here for you no matter what you need. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your little angel will always be with you and in your hearts. LOVE YOU!!!

Janell

Janell Jaramillo

October 22, 2009

Annie:
I am sorry for your loss. Just know that you, Kyle and Benjamin are truely loved. We are all here for you no matter what you need. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your little angel will always be with you and in your hearts. LOVE YOU!!!

Janell

October 22, 2009

Annie & Kyle,
No words can express our sorrow. Know that Benjamin touched the lives of many in his brief life and that his memory is a blessing and will be treasured. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gene, Danny, and Gail

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