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Gwendolyn Vea Young
Gwendolyn Vea Young, of Alamogordo, died in her home Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, at the age of 84.
A longtime resident in Alamogordo and Laborcita Canyon, she was born Aug. 19, 1926, in Chanute, Kan. in 1947, she graduated from Christ's Hospital School of Nursing as a registered nurse and enjoyed a long career in health care.
Gwen played golf with her husband while traveling in their motor home. She collected arrowheads, painted, read and played bridge for enjoyment.
She was married to Donald Albert Young, who preceded her in death in August 2007. Gwen had two children, Kathryn Allison and Clifford Craig, and three grandchildren, Wendi Longshore, Elizabeth Marshall and Abigail Blount.
The family has elected to have a private service.
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Dear Kathryn and Clifford-
I was sad to learn of the passing of your precious mother. When someone you love dies, it leaves an empty spot in your hearts which could never be filled by any other person. What a wonderful gift we have from god in the gift of memories. When you close your eyes, you can see and remember your mother just as she was when she was happy and healthy. Soon, in a new world of god's making, all pain, suffering and sickness will be gone forever. Until then, I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Jensen
January 26, 2011
I have fond memories of Gwen and my mother, Karyl Smith, getting lost in the desert while arrowhead hunting. Gwen was a special nurse and person and she will be missed.
Lisa Braun (Smith)
January 17, 2011
I have many fond memories of Gwen and my mother, Karyl Smith, getting lost in the desert while arrowhead hunting. Gwen was a wonderful nurse and person - I am sad to hear of her passing.
Lisa Braun (Smith)
January 17, 2011
My Dear Aunt Gwen,
You were a bright and shining star in my world. Your inspiration will always be with me and your sense of humor a valued way to live. I'll miss you. God bless Kathy and Cliff and their children. I know we will get to be with you in Heaven someday.
Paige Green
January 17, 2011
Just a note to tell you all how sorry I am for your loss,,,,,,,,I loved Gwen and enjoyed so much when she and her husband would come in to play golf,,,,,,,they were such a cute couple, and I am so glad she is with him now, where she has wanted to be since his death,,,,,,she told me, My prayers are with you,,,,,Debby Delaney
January 17, 2011
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