Juanita Palmerhall

Missing Juanita greatly. She lived life with great zest and joy, and showered her friends with joy.

Just received a NMSU Alumni Magazine and read of her passing. She was not just my professor at NMSU but also my friend. She touched my heart and soul with her passion for, and wisdom of, life. I'm sure she has captivated many great spirits with her mesmerizing storytelling abilities. NMSU '88

You are etched forever in my memory of the wondeful times at Camp Hantesa and Heart of Iowa Camp Fire trips.

Juanita will be with us for ever. I am so glad we spent time with her last May and visited places that were so special to her, like her childhood home in Slater (see photo gallery). Her laugh, her dolls, her food, her sense of humor, we were blessed with her friendship and love for life. Mary, Keegan and Steve: I am thinking on all of you and the rest of the family that I did not have the chance to meet.
First time I met Juanita we talked without words, I did not speak any English at that...

Juanita had a big heart for all children...and worked on their behalf in so many ways. A powerful woman who walked her talk, and was a light and inspiration for all of us.

I miss her already. I am so pleased to have rode in the canoe with her on her last pilgrimage where we shared the wonderful spirituality of Enmegahbowh and his mentors. I will look for her at the great reunion. Condolences to all who mourn with hope that you will see the many blessings from those who care.

Mary, Steve and Keegan, thank you for being there for Juanita for so many years. She loved all of her children and grandchildren so much and as her friend I loved her and those dear to her. Juanita and I shared so many great times in so many places and I have such fond memories of my wonderful friend. I will miss her and I mourn her passing even as I celebrate the life she lived and shared with all of us.

I will miss you greatly. May your soul rest in the gentle peace of our Lord. I know we will meet again at the resurrection. Shalom dear sister.

~Fr. Robert W. Caruso