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1930
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2023
Mucio Yslas Obituary
Mucio was born Tuesday, January 14, 1930 in Santa Rosa, NM. He graduated from Belen High School in 1948. Mucio pursued his education at Highlands University and received a B.A degree with majors in Biology and Physical Education. He then received an M.A. degree in School Administration from the University of New Mexico. After this he completed 36 credit hours in Guidance and Counseling.
In 1954 Mucio began his career as a physical education instructor (coach) and a counselor with Albuquerque Public Schools. In 1969 he was appointed Assistant to the President for Student Affairs at the University of Albuquerque. Mucio then continued his career in School Administration as Dean of Students at Highlands University.
In 1980 he accepted an active duty Tour with the New Mexico National Guard as Military Personnel Management Officer. Upon retiring from the National Guard after serving 35 years, he retired with the rank of Colonel and breveted to the honorary rank of Brigadier General.
Upon retiring from the National Guard, Mucio received a Presidential Appointment as Selective Service Director for the State of New Mexico. He served in this position for over 30 years.
Mucio was very active in the community and was Past Chairman and Director of various boards and Associations, including New Mexico Public Education Division, Veterans Affairs Program of the University of Albuquerque, NM., Health Education Coalition and the N.M. Guidance Association.
He was an avid golfer and member of the Santa Fe Country Club and Four Hills Country Club. Mucio enjoyed golfing with family and friends.
Mucio is survived by his wife, Tina Salazar Yslas; grandson, Gavin Koonze; brother- in -law, John Salazar and wife, Terri and many wonderful nephews and nieces.
A Mass will take place at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption,811 Guaymas Pl NE, with a Graveside Service at 2:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Thursday, June 1, 2023. Please visit our online guestbook for Mucio at www.FrenchFunerals.com.
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Jeff Bingaman
June 16, 2023
Tina and Family,
Anne and I are very sorry to hear the news about Moose. He was a wonderful person and we feel privileged to have known him and called him our friend.
Tina, we send our sincere condolences to you.
Anne and Jeff
Crystal Lucero
June 1, 2023
I'm so sorry for the loss of Moose "Pampa" My heart breaks for Tina and Gavin as I know how close they all were. Sending my loving prayers of comfort & peace to the familia.
Oscar S. Ramirez
May 28, 2023
Tina & Family,
My heart finds itself crushed, as if, in the jaws of a vice over the passing of Mucio whom I held in high regard. Let not his voice not end as it floats from Heaven. Like the west-wind let it continue to fill your hearts! May he rest in peace!
I submit sincere condolences on behalf of Sue, our family and myself. May time bring solace to your grieving hearts!
Oscar S. Ramirez
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