HOEL_Barbara J. Hoel, 93, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1977, passed away on January 17, 2010. Barbara was born May 24, 1916 to Fred and Candance Cox in Williamsport, IN. She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Robert Wesley and husband Ralph E. Hoel. She is survived by her son, Alan "Bud" Stewart and wife Carol; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and several cousins. Barbara was a member of Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church, Telephone Pioneers and Nostalgic Music Club. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Barbara's name to Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church, 1004 24th Street SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Arrangements were entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920