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Kerri Wormwood Obituary

Kerri Faith Wormwood



Kerri Faith Wormwood passed away on January 16, 2024; she was 66. Kerri battled courageously after the sudden onset of leukemia and throughout chemotherapy, however, after much suffering, she bravely chose to stop treatment. She was surrounded at her bedside by her husband, David; daughter Maya, and sister, Rita Gail.

Kerri was an amazing, vibrant, and generous woman; she loved having fun and laughing. Never deterred by risk, she loved adventure including all things outdoors and being in nature; she was also deeply spiritual. She worked as a psychotherapist here in Albuquerque for over thirty years. Most importantly, she was very connected to her family and friends and was always there for others. She was considerate, kind, and loving right to the very end.

She will be dearly missed and is survived by her husband, David Wegner; her daughter Maya Wormwood; siblings as follows: Patricia Hall (Patty of California, MD); Toni E. Lesko (Woodward, VA); Michael Wormwood (Mike of Annapolis, MD); Rita Gail Wormwood (Albuquerque, NM); 9 nieces and nephews and 8 great nieces and nephews.

Our family will always be grateful for the loving care she received during her five weeks of hospitalization, but in particular at the very end of her life. She and those of us present were treated with such care, respect, and compassion we will never forget.

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Published by Albuquerque Journal on Jan. 28, 2024.

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Toni Wormwood Lesko

January 22, 2025

Kerri was the 5th child in our family.., our precious baby sister and "Bumble Bee" .... Given this nick name by a Navy Pilot neighbor when Kerri came home from the Navy Hospital in Pax River, MD. I

Molly Faulkner

March 6, 2024

I worked with Kerri at Programs for Children and Adolescents at UNM and knew her as she established and flourished in her private practice. Her quick illness and passing is quite surprising and saddens me. My heart goes out to her dear family and friends. Thank you for sharing your memories of her!

Tricia Mckenna

February 4, 2024

Kerri was a talented/gifted psychotherapist. She will be deeply missed in the Albuquerque community. I hope her next journey is a beautiful one.

Melissa Parra

February 4, 2024

Kerri was my patient for a few years... I loved her spirit and kindness. She was the kind of person I would have loved to hang out with! I was blessed to see her a few weeks before she left this world. I´m glad to have known her and will miss her smiling face and laughter!

Tazz Borrego

January 30, 2024

I was Kerri’s haircutter and friend for many years. She held so much space for me, and I for her. We shared our pasts, presents, hopes and dreams, and through our years long journey I saw her love for her family, nature, and personal growth. She shared stories of her parents, siblings, husband, and Maya with big love always as well as her clients who inspired her.

I will miss my good friend with such a beautiful soul deeply.

Marsha Keener

January 29, 2024

Thank you Kerri for who you have been and for all you have helped in your lovely life. Your friend and colleague, Marsha Keener

Toni Lesko

January 29, 2024

Kerri was my baby sister, the youngest of 5. She was a beautiful person inside and out and spent her career helping and assisting her 30 year plus client base. Kerri made a difference in this world. She was one who took care of herself by exercising and eating properly and inspiring me with her life determination. I will always love and remember Kerri Faith.

Jeff Hall

January 29, 2024

My Aunt Kerri is one of the most inspirational people I have ever met. She did so many great things, and helped so many people. She truly made the world a better place by her presence.

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