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BETTY L'HEUREUX Obituary

BETTY L'HEUREUX Betty L'Heureux, age 79, of Santa Fe, passed away on June 19, 2017 in Santa Fe, NM after a battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. She is preceded in death by her father, Melisendro, her mother, Phyllis, her brothers, John Rael, Tony Rael, Mel Rael, and Leroy Rael, and sister Ann Bornman. She is survived by her husband, Richard L'Heureux, whom she married on September 13, 1958, her daughter, Michelle L'Heureux, sons Mark L'Heureux , Edward L'Heureux, and Brian L'Heureux, grandsons Aiden and Leo and many siblings, nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Betty worked at the District Attorney's Office. She enjoyed traveling, league bowling, square dancing, and bingo at the former College of Santa Fe. The family would like to thank Emma, Azulema, Donna, Teresa, Comfort Keepers and the entire team at Ambercare for their kindness and devoted care of our mother throughout her illness. Pallbearers are Joseph Ryan, Geoff Cooper, Harold Dixon, Joe Gonzales, Michael Rael, and Phil Garcia. There will be a Public Viewing held on Monday, June 26, at the Kiva Chapel of Light at Rivera Family Funeral Home at 6:00pm with a Rosary immediately following at 7:00 pm. There will be a Mass on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at St. John's Baptist Catholic Church at 9:00am, with a Burial to follow at 11:15 a Santa Fe National Cemetery. A reception will be held at the Elks following the burial. Rivera Family Funerals and Cremations 417 East Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Phone: (505) 989-7032 riverafamilyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Santa Fe New Mexican from Jun. 23 to Jun. 25, 2017.

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Eileen Nalda

September 22, 2017

Dear Michelle and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I remember how your mom made us laugh when we were in high school (and younger). She was witty and had a great sense of humor and always could make someone feel better if they were down. Your mom passed her sense of humor on to you, Michelle! With deepest sympathy...

Pamela Martin

June 27, 2017

May the memories help you heal. Mothers are special people and we miss them in so many ways. Blessing and comfort to all of you.

Joanne Landwehr

June 24, 2017

So very sorry to hear of Betty's passing. She was a wonderful lady.

Elizabeth McClutchey

June 24, 2017

The McClutchey family sends sympathy to our old friends.

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