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Lois Clements Obituary

Lois Ann (Teague) Clements, 65 of Vado, New Mexico went to be with her Lord in Heaven on Saturday September 24, 2011 after a battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was born on February 1, 1946 to Carl and Bertha Teague in Roswell, New Mexico. Lois retired from the Hondo Valley School System after being a contract school bus driver while living on a ranch in the Picacho area of the Hondo Valley for 37 years. She was of the Baptist faith and served her Lord by playing the piano for many years for the Tinnie Baptist Church as well as playing and singing with her husband at Temple Baptist Church. Lois was a member of the Southwest and Southeast Area Square and Round Dance Associations and an elected member of New Mexico Square and Round Dance Association Hall of Fame in 2006: Member of Circle 8's, CrossFires, "A"square dance groups in Las Cruces, NM, See Saws/Star Dusters, El Paso, TX, Alamo Squares, Alamogordo, NM. Sierra Blanca Swingers, Ruidoso, NM and Valley Swingers, Enchanted Squares, and Trivet Twirlers squaredance clubs in Roswell, NM. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years Teddy Charles Clements of the family home; sons Chris Clements and wife Tammy of San Angelo, TX and Kerry Clements and wife Claudia of Vado, NM; grandchildren Amanda Bingham and husband Roland of Hobbs, NM, Shelby Moore and husband Rounder of Roswell, NM, Brittany Clements of San Angelo, TX, Abraham Clements and Kayla Clements both of Vado, NM; great-grandchildren Andrew and Rebecca Bingham both of Hobbs, NM; sister Reta Wright and husband Tommy of Roswell, NM and by many nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and loving friends. To all Lois leaves a yellow rock. A Memorial Service Celebrating her Life will be Held at 2:00 pm Friday September 30, 2011 at Temple Baptist Church with Pastor's Max Perkins and Bill Jones officiating. The family would like to thank the Mesilla Valley hospice for all the help, comfort and care they gave Lois as caregivers during her last difficult months. Also, thanks to her square dance family and church family for all they did and who were with her all the way to the end. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home and Getz Family Crematory corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com

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Published by Las Cruces Sun-News on Sep. 29, 2011.

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David & Jean Cunningham

October 5, 2011

Ted,
David and I are so sorry for your loss...We have been friends for a very long time and you guys are like family to us and our daughter Casey....We are really at a loss here, and are thinking of you every day.....May God Bless you and your family....We love you guys so very much. We talk about the ranch all the time and relive the memories...there was a lot of great times there and we talk about the barn dances (square dancing)....lots of work, but they were fun .... Prayers are with you and will stay in touch!

Chad Dunnahoo

October 2, 2011

Ted, Chris and Kerry.
I am sorry for your loss. Lois was a very kind and thoughtful woman. I remember my time as a youngster working on the ranch when she, as a Mother stood in as my Mother away from home and provided me a lot of help and much kindness. My prayers are with you all.

September 30, 2011

9/30/2011 Ted and family, I was very shocked to hear about Lois. My sincere condolences to you on her death. Jim and I spent many happy hours dancing by your calling,Ted, and visiting with you and Lois. When I saw you at the Square Dance Festival in T or C, I had forgotten just how beatilful Lois was inside as well as outside. With fond memories of her and the good times we had with you both, Carrie Lois Godley Nordsven

September 30, 2011

Ted, Kerry, Chris and family,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one....we remember all of you well, and know this is a difficult time for you. Our deepest sympathy
Bob and Denise Byrd Corona, NM

Gordon/Dorine Dye

September 30, 2011

Sept.30, 2011
Hello Ted,
Gordon and I met you and Lois back when we were living in Capitan. We would make the drive down the valley to join you all in the square dance lessons. We both enjoyed the two of you so much. We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Lois, she was such a nice lady. We moved to Las Cruces 4 yrs. ago from WY. to help my mom. The two of you brought a lot of joy to our lives during our square dancing. May God bless you and yours especially at this time.
Dorine and Gordon Dye

September 30, 2011

Kerry, I have no idea what you must be going through in losing your Mom. I do know that with this loss comes a lot of heartache for time to come. Please know that our heart is open to giving you anything you might need during this time of incredible loss. God Bless you and your Family. Mario, Anna Marie and Marcos Martinez

Judy Fierro

September 29, 2011

Kerry, Claudia, & Family, May God comfort you all during this most difficult time. Heaven has gained another special angel. May you find comfort in knowing that your mom was a very special lady and will be remembered fondly by so many people. God Bless you all.

Fierro Family

September 29, 2011

Ted, Kerry, Claudia, Kayla , Abraham, and all family members- We are so very sorry to hear the sad news. We will forever remember Lois and her beautiful smile every time we had the pleasure of seeing her at Abraham's baseball games. Our loss is definitely Heaven's gain. May you find comfort in each other and know that she left behind a beautiful legacy. With all our love, Lawrence, Laura and Andruw

Susan Hyne

September 29, 2011

Kerry,Claudia, and family,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I hope that the memories of who she was in life and her shining spirit will give you peace and comfort as you work through your loss. God Bless.

September 29, 2011

Dear Ted, Chris, Kerry, Reta, Mary Faye and all family members. I'm so sorry I cannot attend the service for my beloved, dearest friend. I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss Lois Ann every day, but I know she is waiting for all of us in heaven with our heavenly family. She is one of God's special angels. With all our love and sympathy, Louise and Garry Williams

Jerry & Lindy Barreras

September 29, 2011

Kerry, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May God grant you comfort during this difficult time.

Louise Williams

September 29, 2011

Dear Ted, Chris, Kerry, Reta, Mary Faye and all family members. I'm so sorry I cannot attend the service for my beloved, dearest friend. I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss Lois Ann every day, but I know she is waiting for all of us in heaven with our heavenly family. She is one of God's special angels. With all our love and sympathy, Louise and Garry Williams

Sonia Jones

September 29, 2011

My sincere sympathy to the family. Claudia, siento la perdida de tu suegra.

September 29, 2011

Dear Ted, Chris & Kerry - I am heart-broken for you during this time of sadness - Lois was a wonderful friend and a role model and we should all strive to be more like her. May God surround you with His blessings.
Martha M. Proctor

September 29, 2011

Our loss is Heaven's gain. There is a new smiling Angel giving yellow rocks and ready to 'Square Up.' We miss you, Lois.
Harry and Loye Hardee

Evelyn Frautten

September 29, 2011

Ted, and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Lois, The few times we have met left a lasting impression, on me.
Our yearly letter to each other for 45 yrs about how our family has grown.
We both got married in the same Wedding gown ( which was hers) both married in September, and her passing on my 46 Anniversary, The day I wore Her gown.
If you looked up the word Lady, there would be a picture of Lois,
Charming, Gentle and always a Lady.
I will miss our corresponding here on the computer also. I remember taking her on her first elevated train ride to see you when you were sick here in Boston, she was amazed and we were such young kids then Her 19 me 20..and even then she was charming and fun, I will miss you Lois there was a bond for us and it was that gown that meant so much to each of us.

September 28, 2011

Hi Ted,
Thinking of you,
We will miss Lois, she was a wonderful person. She added so much to our square dancing, and meant a great deal to the square dance community. Always, helpful and caring.
Tom and Jane Grassman

Joe & Mary Lou Corson

September 27, 2011

We will miss Lois, a great supporter of square dancing and always available to help wherever an whenever. Lois was our encyclopedia, we would run to her for information and details. Mary Lou's substitute when she couldn't finish a tip.
We really miss you, Lois.

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