Eloise V. Braidwood

BRAIDWOOD_Eloise V. Braidwood, 93, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2009. Eloise was born February 5, 1916 the daughter of Harry E. and Marion Nichols Shannon, Sr. in Davenport, Iowa. She graduated from Davenport (Iowa) High School in 1933. She enjoyed a 43 year career in chosen secretarial field. Retired in 1976, as registrar of the School of Law, at the University of Colorado in Boulder. Was a member of the International Association of Administrative Professionals since 1942, serving in various offices at the chapter and division levels. Eloise has outlived her two husbands, Denver Andrew Elkin, died 1940; and Harold T. Braidwood, 2009. She was also preceded by her parents, Harry and Marion Shannon, Sr.; son, Frederick William Elkin; and two brothers, Harry E. Shannon, Jr. and William Shannon. Eloise is survived by one sister, Beverly A. Shannon; sister-in-law, Shirley McIlvane; niece, Karen Butchko; nephew, Wayne Schwartz; numerous other nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. It has been suggested that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made in Eloise's name to the St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 2701 The American Rd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124; or to Vista Care Hospice, 5639 Jefferson St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109; or to a charity of choice. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 (505) 892-9920