ACOYA, JOAN MILBOURNE Joan Elaine Milbourne Acoya, age 82, of Albuquerque, died February 27, 2014, after a short illness. Joan was born in Toledo, OH, on November 7, 1931. She received a degree from both the Chicago Art Institute and the University of New Mexico. Joan was an illustrator at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. She continued creating her artwork for family and friends throughout her life. Joan was an active member of Sister Cities, and also enjoyed sharing the culture, art, and history of the local Pueblo Indians. She was an accomplished cook, and enjoyed sharing old and new recipe creations with her loved ones. Joan loved animals, having cared for a multitude of pets throughout her life. Joan was also an active member of the Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church. Joan is survived by her son Wendell and grandson Matthew, of Corona, CA; nephew Marc Duchessois, or Chicago, IL; niece Stephanie Smith, of Ketchum, ID; grandniece Kirsten Baldridge, of Syracuse, NY. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations in her honor to your local animal shelter. Memorial services to be held at Shepherd of the Valley at 10:00 am, Saturday, March 15, 2014.
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