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All’s Fair When it Comes to HealthcareWorker Recruiting

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All’s Fair When it Comes to HealthcareWorker Recruiting


By: Sherry Robinson
All She Wrote

Around Houston Medical Center are six billboards inviting its employees to come to New Mexico, where they will be “Free to Provide.” The message is repeated in full page ads in the Sunday editions of dailies in San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth and Houston.

New Mexico’s governor and state Health Department are taking advantage of turmoil in the Texas medical community caused by changes in abortion laws to recruit healthcare workers.

Our shortage of practitioners is well known; some rural hospitals have closed their obstetrics wards. And how is your personal access to healthcare? My own gynecologist is pressed to see his patients and still try to answer their questions. I’m lucky to have a few minutes of attention.

 

However, for some people this is a touchy subject. The campaign, paid for by taxpayers, could just bring more abortion doctors, say critics.

Let’s look at this.

Texas has a problem. Its ban on abortions after the sixth week has been in effect since 2021. After the U.S. Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, the Texas law became a near-total ban on abortion. The Texas Supreme Court upheld the ban in May when a group of women sued over emergency exceptions. Some patients have been outspoken about the law’s impact when they’ve had complications.

In a letter accompanying the ads, the governor informs providers that New Mexico permits abortions and protects medical practitioners who administer them. And she wades into the controversy, telling them: “When you pledged to dedicate your lives to medicine, you did so with the understanding that the health and well-being of your patients would always be your priority. You took your oath with patients––not politicians––in mind.”

The Free to Provide website doesn’t mention abortion specifically but does provide information about jobs of all kinds across the state, as well as scholarship opportunities, and even some tourist information about destinations and cultural events. How many doctors or nurses or therapists or whatever, who are ten years from retirement, might come visit with an eye toward practicing here and then retiring in place?

Health Department Secretary Patrick Allen made that point when he wrote recently that New Mexico needs healthcare providers. “By that, I mean all sorts of medical professionals – general practitioners, dentists, obstetricians, gynecologists, behavioral health experts, pediatricians, surgeons, nurses, neurologists, and psychiatrists, among others.”

I would add that when we talk about crime, including the mentally ill people who are repeat offenders, and the subject turns to treatment, as it did during the special legislative session, we don’t have the professionals who can treat them.

 Hospitals, clinics and other employers don’t see it as abortion recruiting. More than 100 of them are participating in the campaign and posting job opportunities, Allen wrote.

I don’t think most people want New Mexico to become the abortion capital of the nation, but Texas has pushed us in that direction. According to the Guttmacher Institute, 14,200 patients from Texas came here for abortions last year. That was a 260% increase since 2020. We might sympathize with the Texas women, but that kind of increase puts pressure on New Mexico’s already thin healthcare system.

Patrick Allen may be avoiding politics, but his boss isn’t. The governor’s letter was a poke in the eye to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. He poked back, calling the campaign a political stunt and bragging on his state’s economic successes. “People and businesses vote with their feet,” he said, warning our governor to pay attention to New Mexico problems.

Abbott, who is no stranger to political stunts, has inflamed border issues. But that’s a whole ’nother column

Artesia City Council votes to allow authorized alcohol on city property

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Rebecca Hauschild
Artesia Daily Press

The Artesia City Council passed an ordinance that will regulate the consumption of alcoholic beverages on city-owned property at the Artesia City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 13th.

 

The current ordinance does not allow alcohol consumption on City property under any circumstance whereas the new ordinance will allow it when authorized by a resolution.

 

“So basically, what this is— if a person is holding an event and wants to use a piece of City property, like Jaycee Park, Heritage Park, or the Balloons and Tunes events on Eagle Draw, the current ordinance does not allow us to have alcohol sales on City Property,” said Byron Landfair, Infrastructure Director. “This will allow it by resolution. So the Council gets to decide on a case-by-case basis.”

 

“There will be an application process,” said City Attorney Cass Tabor. “It will have all the requirements and restrictions and once the application gets past there then it comes back to the Council for a resolution.”

 

“It’s not a free for all,” said Mayor Jon Henry. “The only folks that can serve alcohol will have a licensed establishment that will allow their license to be used and they are responsible for the serving, the servers, IDs, etc. That falls on that on them just as if they are walking into their establishment whether it be a bar, restaurant, or whatever. It’s their license and their responsibility.”

 

The Council also held a deliberation on the proposed transfer of a liquor license for the 7-Eleven store 104 N. First St., Artesia, NM. After an evaluation of the request, the council voted in favor of approving the liquor license transfer.

 

The Council adopted Resolution 1878 formally opposing the New Mexico Construction Industries Commission’s proposed mandate for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) installations in all new residential and commercial buildings built after July 30, 2024.

 

“One of the main issues is that this legislation passed the Senate but died in the House,” said Mayor Henry. “This was never voted on in the House to actually become law. An outside agency was the one who put this into place. We see this as a huge impact for residential buildings and huge impact for commercial.”

 

“The current interpretation of this rule is the average cost per house is going to be somewhere around $1,000,” said Landfair. “You must have a 220-amp service to do this. And it would be required for level three remodels.” If it’s interpreted differently the cost could go up to $5,000 to $7,000. “For commercial five to seven percent of your parking must have EV chargers on it. One charger can do two spaces. That cost can be anywhere from $4,000 to $12,000 depending on size of the parking lot. The other interpretation would be another $2,000 to $7,000.”

 

“I fear rolling blackouts if adding all these EVs,” said Henry. “I fear for those folks that do need their electricity work like those on oxygen or the elderly.” 

 

Landfair shared that the state is scheduled to an inspection of the new splashpad on August 15. If they issue the permit the City will be able to open the splashpad shortly thereafter. The contracts are out on 26th Street and the City is waiting on their return.

 

The Council passed an ordinance amending fees for traffic violations, many of which went from $25 to $75. “We have not changed any of the penalty assessments (fees) in a very long time,” said City Clerk Summer Valverde. “Pretty much everything was raised by $50 per assessment.”

 

“This does put us closer to our neighbors, but we are still below them,” said Councilor Wade Nelson.

 

The Council granted a variance to construct a fence on a 15-foot public right-of-way at the southeast corner of 7th Street and Dallas Avenue. The property is owned by Jace & Isela Ragland.

 

The month of July 2024 saw a positive safety record with zero OSHA recordable injuries, according to Artesia HR Director Jerry Conde. However, there was one worker’s compensation injury reported. Additionally, three accidents involving city vehicles occurred during the same period.

 

The Council approved a resolution amending the classification plan to convert the Accounts Payable Clerk position from part-time to full-time status.

 

The Council also approved the Firefighter Recruitment Fund Grant Agreement resolution authorizing the allocation of funds to support the recruitment of new firefighters.

 

Fire Chief Kevin Hope reported the Deputy Chief Position has been filled and just completed the division chief promotional process. The selection has been made. Battalion chief’s testing will be held next week, and lieutenants testing after.

 

A public hearing has been scheduled for September 10, 2024, to discuss the Park Place Subdivision Annexation Plat. The proposed annexation will rezone the area to General Residential (R-2) district and includes property south of 2519 W. Hermosa Drive, east of 26th Street. The property in question is 16.963 acres owned by Fairacres, LLC.

 

Two park shelter usage requests were approved. Susan Molina was granted permission to use the Guadalupe Park East Shelter for a family reunion on September 1 and Yadira Mendoza’s was granted permission to use Jaycee Park West Shelter and bathrooms for a family cookout on August 17th.

 

The Council approved the consent agenda with the following items:

– Bid to Constructors, Inc. for the ATS TWY rehabilitation project at the Artesia Municipal Airport

– The 2024/2025 outside request PSAs to:

Artesia Advocacy/Chaves County CASA PSA 08132024-1 for $25,000

Artesia Paws and Claws PSA 08132024-2 for $9,981

Artesia Clean & Beautiful PSA 08132024-3 for $55,000

Artesia Main Street PSA 08132024-4

– For Downtown & Community Revitalization Services not to exceed $25,000

– For Main Street holiday expenses for $25,000

– For Main Street maintenance expenses for $88,000

– For Greenway project expenses for $73,000

– Artesia Department of Development PSA 08132024-5 for $35,000

– Greater Artesia Foundation/dba My Neighborhood PSA 08132024-6 for $16,000

– The hiring of:

Mary Lou Kochaniec, Police Corporal/Detective, at $6,532.93 p/mo

Gregory Brittelle, Fire Firefighter, at $4,940.13 p/mo

Stephan Drake, Cert. Police Officer, at $4,860.26 p/mo

Josh Stites, Fire Deputy Chief, at $8,550.59 p/mo

-The demotion of David Bailey, Police Community Service, at $3,182.40 p/mo

– The transfer of Catalina Franco, Police Evidence Tech, at $3,251.73 p/mo

– The exits of:

Kristi Perkins, IT/IT Tech, effective 7/19/2024.

Lionel Barrera, Solid Waste/Equipment Operator, effective 7/23/2024.

Zane Brown, Police/Detective Certified, effective 7/29/2024.

Marc Nason, Fire/Deputy Chief, effective 7/31/2024

Victoria Thompson, Senior Center/Van Driver, 8/01/2024.

Dakota Corbell, Fire/Battalion Chief/Medic, effective 8/02/2024.

Jacob Roberson, Facilities Maintenance/Community Improvement Tech, effective 8/06/2024.

Kenneth Kilness, Fire/Lieutenant/Medic, effective 8/17/2024

Mario Samaniego Fire/Certified Firefighter, effective 8/21/24

– Travel and training as follows:

Police – one employee to attend Conducting Pre-Employment Background Investigations in Albuquerque, NM.

Police – one employee to attend the Report Writing and Courtroom Testimony in Roswell, NM.

Wastewater – two employees to attend NM Water & Wastewater Association 2024 “Fred Ragsdale Memorial” Central School in Albuquerque, NM.

Wastewater – two employees to attend the 2024 New Mexico Wastewater Association SE Section Workshop in Roswell, NM.

Police – one employee to attend NMML Conference and Chief’s Association Meeting in Clovis, NM.

Police – one employee to attend the Fall CJIS Working Group Meetings in Pittsburg, PA.

Fire – one employee to attend the EMRTC Response to Bombing Incidents Residential in Socorro, NM.

Police – one employee to attend the Handgun Red Dot Instructor Course in Hobbs, NM.

Police – one employee to attend the Persons with Mental Illness Instructor Course in Albuquerque, NM.

Police – one employee to attend the Fort Bliss – Military Community Hiring Event in El Paso, TX.

Police – two employees to attend the NMPET Conference in Albuquerque, NM

Legislative – one councilor to attend the NMML Annual Conference in Clovis, NM.

– Annual agreement with Southeastern New Mexico Economic Development District/COG.

 

 

 

 

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CHANGES COMING AT THE ARTESIA DAILY PRESS

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By: DAVID CLARK

The Daily Press is adopting several new computer systems over the coming months to help us better serve our readers and community. One of these changes requires that many of our on-line subscribers update their password. On-line subscribers will receive instructions via e-mail in the coming days.

Every week we renew our commitment to Artesia and Eddy County to provide the best in local news coverage. We do this because we know it matters to you, gentle reader. To help serve you better, we are in the process of changing the way we produce our newspaper behind the scenes. This will give us more resources to improve our coverage of our community. One of these changes involves how we report the news on our website – artesianews. com. For those of you who have a subscription to view our paper on-line, the new system will require most subscribers change their password. Those subscribers should receive an e-mail in the coming days with further instructions. These instructions should direct you to our website to update your password as well as other information to keep your subscription current. You will also have an opportunity to update any credit card you have on file with us to keep your access uninterrupted.

We hope that you notice and enjoy the changes over the coming months. There may be some bumps in the road as we work out the kinks, but please rest assured that our commitment to you remains as strong as ever. We look forward to and appreciate your feedback. Please feel free to contact Dave Shabaz at: dshabaz@elritomedia. com or Rich Connor at: rconnor@elritomedia. com, any time – day or night – to let them know your feelings.

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Trial delayed for Alexee Trevizo accused of killing newborn at hospital

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Trial delayed for Alexee Trevizo accused of killing newborn at hospital
Adrian Hedden
El Rito Media

The trial of Alexee Trevizo, accused of smothering her baby in a trash can after giving birth in a hospital emergency room, has been delayed as the prosecution and defense debate the inclusion of crucial evidence before the New Mexico Supreme Court.

Police said Trevizo, 20, gave birth to the child in a bathroom at the Artesia General Hospital in January 2023 and put him in a nearby trash can where he died of suffocation. She was charged with first-degree murder and tampering with evidence.

Trevizo’s case was scheduled to go before Fifth Judicial District Judge Jane Shuler-Gray in a jury trial Aug. 26 at Eddy County District Court but was delayed after the Fifth Judicial District Attorney’s Office appealed a ruling by Shuler-Gray to throw out evidence gathered by police at the hospital.

Court suppresses evidence, appeal filed In a motion to suppress the evidence Trevizo’s attorney Gary Mitchell argued that statements made by Trevizo and her mother at the hospital were protected by doct or-patient privilege and that she was not properly read her rights against self-incrimination when talking to police at the scene.

Shuler-Gray ruled in favor of the defendant in a sealed opinion, and Fifth Judicial District Attorney Dianna Luce filed an appeal to the state Supreme Court July 18.

Records show the Aug. 26 trial date was canceled as the Supreme Court considers the case, with a Sept. 13 deadline set for the “brief in chief” to present the facts of the appeal. Subsequent answer and reply briefs would be submitted within 60 days from that date, according to a timeline set by the Supreme Court in a July 31 notice.

The argument to suppress Trevizo’s statements hinged on what she said to hospital staff after the baby was found dead. Her comments were entered as evidence by the prosecution.

Records show she told a doctor at the hospital “I’m sorry…it came out of me…I didn’t know what to do,” which prosecutors argued was an admission of guilt in the murder.

Mitchell also contended Trevizo’s medical records were improperly provided by the hospital to law enforcement, a violation, he said, of the federal Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

The prosecution responded in a subsequent filing that HIPAA did not protect records needed for the criminal investigation, and that Trevizo’s statements were made voluntarily while she was not under arrest or any pressure by police. The presence of Trevizo’s mother, a third party, in the room removed doctor-patient privilege, prosecutors argued.

Hospital fights subpoena As Trevizo’s statements were being debated in the Supreme Court, Artesia General Hospital and the defense could face another challenge as Artesia General Hospital sought to quash subpoenas issued by Mitchell and Trevizo’s defense.

On Aug. 5, the hospital wrote in its motion that the defense improperly attempted to serve the subpoena on July 25. That’s because it was addressed to the Artesia Special Hospital District, a separate entity from Artesia Genera Hospital, the motion said.

The subpoena could be key to the defense since it requested Trevizo’s medical files generated by the hospital such as her history of injury, x-rays, diagnostics and any notes from doctors or nurses. The court has yet to rule on the motion to quash, and a hearing on the issue is scheduled for Aug. 22.

Adrian Hedden can be reached at 734-972-6855, achedden@currentargus. com or @AdrianHedden on the social media platform X.

Oil and gas industry supporting community via non-profits

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Staff reports

New Mexico students can win a backpack filled with electronics, school supplies and other prizes via the New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA)’s annual Ultimate Backpack Giveaway contest.

This year, five winners will receive a backpack with an iPad, AirPods, a keyboard, school supplies and free pizza party, read a NMOGA news release.

“Education is the cornerstone of a bright future, and NMOGA is committed to supporting our students’ academic journeys,” read a statement from NMOGA. “Our Ultimate Backpack Giveaway is designed to equip students with the tools they need for success in the classroom and beyond.”

NMOGA pointed out all the products included in the backpacks were made using petroleum products generated via oil and gas production in New Mexico, read the news release.

“The technology and school supplies provided in our backpacks have a unique connection to the oil and gas industry,” the release read. “Products like iPads, AirPods, and even the backpacks themselves are made possible thanks to petroleum byproducts. These byproducts are essential in creating the plastics and materials used in a wide range of modern technology and everyday items.”

To enter, students can go to NMOGA. org and fill out the registration form. Winners are chosen randomly.

“Join us in celebrating the role of oil and gas in education and everyday life,” the release read. “Sign up today and gear up for a successful school year with NMOGA’s Ultimate Backpack Giveaway.”

ConocoPhillips joins nonprofit to support businesses A local Carlsbad nonprofit partnered with one of southeast New Mexico’s biggest oil and gas companies to support businesses and entrepreneurs looking to open up shop in the community.

Carlsbad MainStreet, through a partnership with ConocoPhillips announced the third year of its Small Biz Builder Program in Eddy County.

The program is “uniquely designed” to meet the specific needs of businesses throughout the Permian Basin, read a MainStreet news release.

The program offers a three-week virtual and in-person course, educating those interested in starting their own business in the region, or growing and existing company.

It’s designed for 75 entrepreneurs, providing two virtual business training sessions and one in person. Participants also receive one-on-one coaching through “expert business consultations,” read the release. Participants also receive free Chromebook laptops.

An information and networking session was planned for those interested from 4:30 to 6 p.m., Aug. 22 at the Other Side at Milton’s Brewing, 213 W. Mermod St. in Carlsbad.

“Please share with any business owners or entrepreneurs that you think would benefit from this great resource to the community, and if you have any questions on it, feel free to reach out,” read a statement from Carlsbad MainStreet.

Bulldogs prepare for Aug. 23 season opener against Carlsbad

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Bulldogs prepare for Aug. 23 season opener against Carlsbad
Mike Smith
Artesia Daily Press

Aug. 8 varsity and junior student-athletes of the Artesia High School football team gathered for team pictures at the Bulldog Bowl.

The annual team photo was taken on opening day for the Artesia Public Schools as students reported for the 2024-2025 academic year.

The Bulldogs are the defending 2023 New Mexico 5A state champions. Artesia defeated Roswell last year 35-21 in the title game.

Artesia opens the 2024 campaign Aug. 23 against the Carlsbad Cavemen at Bulldog Bowl.

The Bulldogs clubbed the Cavemen last year 55-7 in Carlsbad.

Mike Smith can be reached via phone at 575-308-8734.

Marion Denise (Meme) Bean

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Marion Denise (Meme) Bean

Memorial Services are scheduled for Marion Denise (Meme) Bean on August 22, 2024 at 2:00pm.

Services will take place at Harvest Fellowship in Artesia, New Mexico with Tate Branch officiating.

Meme was born on May 4, 1966, in Las Cruces, New Mexico to David and Joan Kincaid. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 9, 2024, after a brave and lengthy battle with cancer.

Honorary pall bearers include Jack Coupland, Mike Ingram, Clay Kincaid, Cole Kincaid, Marc Kincaid, Rob Taylor, and John Neel.

Meme was a 1984 graduate of Carlsbad High School. After high school, she furthered her education and obtained a diploma from Southwest Institute of Fashion Merchandising and Design, in El Paso, Texas.

Meme and Bullet met on July 29, 1990, and married that same year on September 22, 1990; at 24 years old she met and married the love of her life, and they would soon be celebrating 34 years together. Meme and Bullet were blessed to blend their families to include Bullets son and daughter, Bucky and Lori, along with Memes son, Josh. They went on to have one son together, JT, to complete their beautiful family. Meme loved supporting her boys as an avid Bulldog Baseball Mom along with her granddaughters, Bristol and Blayke, in all their activities.

Her passions were flowers, horses, people and smiles and her favorite colors were red and black. Meme had a favorite saying, Be yourself, everyone else is already taken!.

Meme was a member of West Main Baptist Church.

Honoring her ranching heritage, Meme was a dedicated member of the New Mexico Cowbells, Yucca Cowbells, and Wool Growers Association where she was an advocate for New Mexico agriculture.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Bullet Bean of the family home; son JT Bean and wife Kendra and granddaughters, Bristol and Blayke Bean; son Bucky, grandchildren Desiray, Nathan and Matthew; daughter, Lori Ingram and husband Mike Ingram and grandchildren Brianna Robinson, Zach Hinojos, Kamryn Zwemstra, Cadence Neumann and Carl Neuman; her parents David and Joan Kincaid; brother Mark and wife Tamela Kincaid, nephews Cole and Clay Kincaid; Aunts Tina Kincaid and Joyce Laumbach; and brother in laws Robert and Kenneth Bean.

Meme was preceded in death by her son Joshua Sterling Beeman, grandson Michael Bean, grandparents Kyle and Alta Hunter and Hugh and Nancy Kincaid, uncles Gene Kincaid and Peter Laumbach, father-in-law Marshall Bean, mothers-inlaws Alice Cornett and Shirley Bean.

Memorial donation in Memes honor may be sent to the following: Grammys House P.O. Box 654 Artesia, NM 88211 Or Written in Red Foundation P.O. Box 1501 Artesia, NM 88211 Our family would like to extend a special thank-you to Enhabit Hospice for the exceptional care theyve provided Meme throughout this time. Wed also like to express our heartfelt appreciation to Linda Taylor for her tireless efforts in caring for Meme and giving her so much love and attention. Meme has been blessed with a host of friends and family who have gone above and beyond to provide meals, run errands, help with arrangements and just sit at her side exemplifying the true meaning of friendship and family. May God richly bless you all!

Frank B. Hernandez

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Frank B. Hernandez

Our beloved Frank B. Hernandez has passed away August 5, 2024. He was born on June 1, 1952. Frank was the son of Pete & Lola Hernandez.

He leaves behind his brothers Johnny Chapo, Martin, Arturo, Raymond, Steve and wife Carmen and his sisters Nancy Contreras, Lucy Campos and husband Ed, Lupe and husband Sid Levario, and Corina Hernandez. He had one Godson Jared Frank Hernandez.

Frank proceeded in death by his parents Pete and Lola Hernandez and 6 brothers and 1 sister.

Frank loved spending time with his family and his dogs. He liked to do track in school and loved Friday nights watching Artesia Bulldogs play football. He worked on a farm for 42 years. He loved to grow vegetables, fruits and pumpkins. He had a record for the biggest pumpkin. His favorite holiday was the 4th of July because he got to buy the biggest fireworks they had and he put on good show for his family. He loved the Dallas Cowboys and the cheerleaders. He was excited when he got to go to a game and take a picture with the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders. His favorite artist and song was Shania Twain UP. He had the biggest heart and will be missed but never forgotten and we will cherish all the good times we had with him.

A funeral service will be held on Monday August 19,2024 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Rosary will be at 9:30 a.m. and Mass at 10 a.m. Interment to follow immediately at Woodbine Cemetery.

Linda Kathleen Newell

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Linda Kathleen Newell

Linda Kathleen Newell passed away after an extended illness on August 6, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on July 28, 1946, Linda’s life was a testament to the love, kindness, and faith that always defined her.

Born in Roswell, New Mexico, Linda grew up in Artesia, NM as the first daughter of the late Della Louise Daugherty. Linda is survived by her loving husband, Harold (Hal) Newell; her two children, son Eric Newell and daughter Jana Randolph; her younger sister, Shirley Lee Thiel; grandchildren Kylie Vasquez, Michael Miller and Cody Miller; three wonderful great-grandchildren, Della Rose Vasquez, River Jace Miller and Rowdy Blas Vasquez; and many loved aunts, uncles and cousins.

After her children were older Linda resumed her academic goals at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in education. This academic achievement was the starting point of a 20-year career educating 4th and 5th grade students in San Antonio’s NEISD, where she left an indelible mark on the lives of countless children. Her love for, and commitment to her pupils was frequently confirmed by prior students who made a point of looking her up many years later to tell her how much they appreciated her as a teacher.

While family was always her first priority, Linda’s interests were varied and rich. She found peace and joy in her garden, lovingly tending to her roses and plumeria. Her musical talent shone as she played the piano, filling her home with hymns and beautiful melodies. Linda developed a love for travel which took the Newell’s on many adventures, including living in Turkey and Germany, where she quickly embraced new cultures and experiences with open arms.

Those who knew Linda will remember her as a loving, faith-filled, and compassionate individual with a beautiful smile. Her gentle spirit and compassionate nature were the hallmarks of her character, and her unwavering faith guided her through life’s challenges.

Linda’s family takes comfort in knowing that she is now at peace and reunited with her beloved mother, Louise. Her legacy of love, kindness, and faith will continue to live on through her family and the countless lives she touched.

Linda Newell was a woman of extraordinary warmth and generosity, and her memory will forever be cherished in the hearts of her family, friends, and the students whose lives she shaped. May she rest in peace, knowing that she was a source of love and inspiration to all who knew her.

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