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Marilyn Fifield Obituary
Marilyn was born to Myron and Catherine Fifield on February 20, 1947 in Albuquerque, NM. She graduated from Highland High School and the University of New Mexico with a BA in Education before she went on to earn her MA degree in the same field.
Marilyn was a lifelong educator with more than 30 years in Albuquerque Public Schools. Following retirement she was a passionate traveler as she journeyed all across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Marilyn dedicated much of her free time to work at the Cathedral of St. John through Sunday services, work in the thrift store, and time spent volunteering at the food pantry. She was a devoted grandmother and aunt to all the children in her family.
Marilyn leaves behind two children, James and Lucas Dines. Four beloved grandchildren: David, Lina, John Lucas, and Jimmy Dines. Two daughter-in-laws: Seonji Ko and Nicole Dines. One brother, John Fifield, and one sister, Lynn Zoller. She also leaves behind three beloved nieces and nephews: Jason Fifield, Jennifer Lafromboise, and Nick Zoller. Four grand nieces and nephews: Zachary and Brooke Lafromboise, Oliver Fifield, and Dalton Zoller.
A funeral service is scheduled for 1pm on July 14, 2023 at the Cathedral of St. John located at 318 Silver Ave. SW, the corner of Silver and 4th street in Southwest Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Cathedral of St. John.
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Anney Snyder
September 4, 2023
We lived across the street from Marilyn on Aztec Rd for many years and just saw the house has sold. So sad to hear of her passing. She left an indelible mark on Abq, always zipping around to some humanitarian project or another she joined me and some of my friends at the women´s march in Abq. Her passion for the underserved was so contagious and her love for life, travels and others unparalleled. She was loved and will be missed.
Nancy Webster
July 16, 2023
To Marilyn´s family
I just want to add my condolences in your loss . Marilyn was my first friend when I moved to Albuquerque in 1953 . Have so many wonderful memories of our years together at Bandelier and HHS . Several of us have been trying to find her for the last couple of years . Am sorry it didn´t happen in time . With love,
Nancy Ballard Webster
Kevin Kartchnet
July 15, 2023
Marilyn was my 5th Grade teacher at McCollum Elementary School in the 1969-1970 school year, when she still about 23 years old herself. I still look at that year as one of the best years I had in APS; I learned a lot and came into my own socially, and Miss Fifield had a lot to do with it.
Susan T.
July 15, 2023
Miss Fifield was my 5th grade teacher. She was so much fun and always smiling. I appreciate the year I got to spend with her. Sending my best to her family.
William Strouse
July 14, 2023
A dear lady with a great heart!
PATRICIA L COURT
July 14, 2023
I knew Marilyn from her years at Jazzercise and she was just a gem! Always smiling! Was so sorry to hear this. Condolences to family and God Bless. She will be missed.
Pam Fraser-Walters
July 11, 2023
In addition to her deep and abiding love for family, and her devotion to the Cathedral of St. John and its ministries, Marilyn also was a supporter of the NM Interfaith Dialogue. Additionally, she acted for social justice in civic realms as well.
Surely, the realms of glory welcome her with joy!
CN
July 9, 2023
My beautiful sweet friend Marilyn, you will be missed!
I know you are with our Great Savior.
Thank you for the wonderful friendship you shared with me. When I see a Roadrunner I will think of you and remember all the wonderful walks to the park we took.
At Christmas when I hear rocking around the Christmas tree I will think of you and I dancing to it and you singing along.
I will hold close to my heart our many conversations about being Mom´s to sons.
I will forever be thankful that God put our paths together here on this earth.
Until we see each other again my friend. I love you!
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