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CHINAPPI, NANCY KELLY Nancy Kelly Chinappi of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away peacefully at home on November 18th, 2014. Her final moments were shared with husband, Raymond Chinappi; her daughters, Amber O. Bennett, Brittain K. Watson; and granddaughter Codi Ann Bennett. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law Mr. & Mrs. Richard M. Kelly, Sioux Falls; sister, Cindy A. Larsson, Lander, WY; and grandchildren, Jack and Shelby Watson. Nancy had a passion for helping "at risk" children and adolescents which led to a life-long career in special education and numerous volunteer positions related to children's advocacy. Nancy retired from education in 1994 to open a business in the nutrition industry and ran two successful businesses over a 15 year period. Although she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2001, she remained active with PEO, bible study group, book club, board positions, friends and family. She was a "Mom" to many, a warm, loving, giving, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be missed more than words can say. We are honoring her final wishes not to have a service after her passing. Memorial gifts can be made to New Mexico Cancer Center.
        Published on: Wed November 26, 2014