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| Name | Mary Kaye Murphy Blickenderfer |
| Date of Death | June 6th, 2013 |
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| Funeral Home | Rivera Family Funeral Home | |
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818 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos NM 87571 United States |
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Mary Kaye made an impression where ever she went and she had an enormous impact on everyone she touched. She still holds center stage in our hearts.
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Our condolences go out to you, David, on the loss of your wife and our beloved sister, Mary Kaye. She was special to all of us and she will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
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Mary Kaye's
I remember the summer of 1950 when 12-year-old Mary Kaye got so sick at a 4th of July family picnic at McGaffey Lake and Recreation area in the Zuni Mountains near Gallup and was bedridden the rest of that summer. No one could figure out what was wrong, even the doctors. Finally, Dr. Accardi hospitalized her for observation and further tests. Mary Kaye turned out to have all the symptoms of leukemia -- an acute or chronic disease characterized by an abnormal number of white blood cells in the tissues and bloodstream. But even the known treatment of penicillin shots every 3 hours and numerous blood count tests did little to pinpoint the exact illness or help eliminate her symptoms. Her condition became so serious that one of the nuns who worked in the children's part of the hospital pulled our mother aside and told her the Lord was going to ask a big sacrifice of her! You can imagine the effect that whispered comment had on Mom!|
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Mary Kaye's "Leukemia" Scare
I remember the summer of 1950 when 12-year-old Mary Kaye got so sick at a 4th of July family picnic at McGaffey Lake and Recreation area in the Zuni Mountains near Gallup and was bedridden the rest of that summer. No one could figure out what was wrong, even the doctors. Finally, Dr. Accardi hospitalized her for observation and further tests. Mary Kaye turned out to have all the symptoms of leukemia -- an acute or chronic disease characterized by an abnormal number of white blood cells in the tissues and bloodstream. But even the known treatment of penicillin shots every 3 hours and numerous blood count tests did little to pinpoint the exact illness or help eliminate her symptoms. Her condition became so serious that one of the nuns who worked in the children's part of the hospital pulled our mother aside and told her the Lord was going to ask a big sacrifice of her! You can imagine the effect that whispered comment had on Mom!|
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Mary Kaye was my music teacher in elementary school and she changed my life! Her and her wonderful husband Mr. Blickenderfer (our Principal at the time) made a terrific impact on me for which I am forever grateful. Sending love and light and best wishes to Mr. Blickenderfer and their families during this difficult time. Love always, Becky xo
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I had "Miss Murphy" for music in school and loved her. Mom (Bea Gutierrez) loved working with her. She will be missed by so many.
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May you make music with the angels and may your soul rest in peace. You and Mr. B truly made an impact in my life and that of my daughter Gabriela Pizarro!
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Mr. Blickenderfer and family my most heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Mrs. "Murphy" Blickenderfer. I was a first grader when she began as music teacher at Taos Elementary. As a fifth grader I sang a solo in one of her famous Christmas pagents! I always admired her peppy and happy spirit as her red flipped hair bounced as she walked. My memories of school are such beautiful ones because she added music to each of the years I spent in Taos Elementary. She was a bright spot in my life. Her smile will always be remembered and the joy she brought to so many through her influence and love of music is legend. I know she is an angel with golden wings!!! Blessings and Love, Mrs. "Murphy" till we have the joy of listening to you playing the piano once again.
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I was saddened to hear of the passing of Ms. Murphy. She was a wonderful teacher and friend. As six-year-olds and throughout our time at the elementary school in El Prado, we were in awe of her beauty and energy. She taught from her heart and made every child feel loved. Yes, her music programs were wonderful. I remember learning to sing Christmas carols and looking foward to singing them year after year. I remember her walk and her beautiful red hair in a flip that bounced as she walked around. We were lucky to have her in Taos. RIP!!
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