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Shirley Desemo Obituary
(1936-2025)
Shirley L. Desemo passed peacefully on October 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in Albuquerque, NM. Born May 4, 1936, in Larned, KS, she lived a full and vibrant life marked by love, family, friendship, and adventure.
Her light will continue to shine gentle, warm and everlasting.
She is survived by her children Dan Desemo, Jennifer Turk, and Ann Baca; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Debi Desemo and other beloved family members.
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