Michael August Stops

Michael A. Stops, 68, resident of Rio Rancho since 2006, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2014 with his wife by his side. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Mary; sisters, Suzanne Bottoni and husband, Donald, and Patricia Mackey; nephews, Todd Bottoni and wife Patti, Timm Bottoni and wife Lori and numerous extended family members and friends. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Rose Stops. Michael was an avid model railroader and loved to travel with his wife. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Jude Thaddeus Church 5712 Paradise Blvd, NW at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday July 10, 2014. Friends may arrive to visit with the family beginning at 9:30 a.m. He will be laid to rest at Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield, WI. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org . Please visit our online guestbook for Michael at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH-Rio Rancho 1950 Pine Rd NE 505-338-2000