Gerda Luise Kottke

Age 94, born in Berlin, Germany and a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, died peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 8th, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Kottke; her parents, Otto and Louise Ebertus and her two sons, Wolfgang and Reiner Kottke. She is survived by her daughter, Marlies E. Nelson of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Silva M. Holpp and husband, Joseph P., Melissa Ann Otero and husband, Martin; great granddaughters, Codie Elizabeth Holpp, Kelsey R. Martinez, Stephanie A. Holpp and Marlies R. Otero; great grandson, Martin C. Otero; great step-grandchildren, Thomas M., Andrea C. Otero; great-great granddaughters, Alyssa M. Aday and Jolene L. Cole-Holpp; great, great grandson, Kayden Joseph Holpp; brother, Gerhard Ebertus and wife, Gertrude; cousin, Fritz Ebertus and wife, Ruth and numerous relatives. She was dearly loved by her family and friends. She enjoyed outings at the casino and crafting. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 19, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Lomas.