Maria Koon

August 3rd, 1938 - November 29th, 2017

Memorial

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Maria Koon, 79, of Chamisal passed away on November 29, 2017. She was a foster grandma for over 20 years, she was very active in the Senior Citizens Olympics and her church, United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Rayford Koon, sons, Ray Koon and Norris Abeyta. She is survived by her children, Amy Koon, Sharon Koon, Brenda Reyes (Isidro), Dale Koon, Dwayne Koon (Emily), Janice Gonzales, Evelyn Vasquez and Peggy Romero, many grandchildren, sister, Esmeralda Montoya (Casey), many other relatives and friends. Evening service were held on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 3 PM at Rivera Chapel in Taos. Funeral service were held on Sunday, December 3, 2017 at noon at the Velarde United Methodist Church with interment to follow at the Chamisal Cemetery.

Tributes

Naomi Lnrome

So sorry for your loss. Mary was my neighbor and child hood friend. We grew up together. Please accept our condolences. Naomi and Louis Romero

Published December 27th, 2017

Edith Brown

Mary was such a good friend to my mom, Doris, I imagine they are reuniting in heaven. Sincere condolences to the family; wishing you peace and loving memories.

Published December 6th, 2017

Jamie ,adrian, Doreen, Jeremiah , Angelyah, Johnnyray , Aubree

I was already missing you Grandma Mary I miss you so much More We love you so much. You were always there for me and my kids . Even on my worst of days. You were my hero . We love you. And we will miss you always .

Published December 1st, 2017