Jake Mossman

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Jake R. Mossman, Sr. of Taos, New Mexico passed away on October, 20th 2011 at his home in Taos. He was born to Bertha Cisneros (Questa, New Mexico) and Jake R. Mossman on January 8th, 1934 in Elizabeth Town, New Mexico. He was raised in Questa by his maternal Grandparents Beatrice and Fermin Cisneros, and graduated from Questa High School in 1953. Jake enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on January, 22nd 1954 and served his Country for 3 years, receiving the National Defense Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal and the Korean Service Medal among other awards and decorations while he served as a Drill Instructor in the 1st Marine Division, Camp Pendleton, San Diego California. After receiving an Honorable Discharge from the Marine Corps in January of 1957, Jake Sr. married the love of his life Elvira Linda Martinez of Taos on February 11, 1957 in Taos, New Mexico at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. With Linda by his side Jake Sr. moved to California where he worked at Ryan Aeronautical Corporation in San Diego before deciding to move back to New Mexico to attend college at Highlands University in Las Vegas, New Mexico where he received a Bachelors Degree in Education with postgraduate mathematical endorsements and credits from Western New Mexico College and Washburn University of Topeka, in Topeka Kansas.
Jake Sr. started his teaching career in Cubero, New Mexico where he taught 3 years. He also taught 3 years in Penasco before settling at the Taos Municipal School District, where he taught for 20 years at Taos Junior High School. Mr. Mossman had a strong and positive influence over many students in Northern New Mexico and could always be heard in conversation talking about his pride in the hundreds of students he had the privilege of teaching over the years.
Jake Sr. had many interests and hobbies he cultivated and mastered over the years, they included; Boxing (amateur boxer in the Marine Corp), Coaching Taos Junior High School Girls Basketball, Oil Painting, furniture making, carving, building homes and small business ventures.
Jake Sr. was a proud father and his three children meant the world to him. His son Jake Jr. was his number one as he would describe Jakie when talking to others. Jake Sr. spent the majority of his days in the past years at Taos Pharmacy helping his sons business and greeting customers as he made deliveries of prescription medication for the homebound of the community. His only daughter Carla was truly a gift to her father and blessed him with three of his dearest grandchildren. Carla lived near her parents and was always there when her father needed something. Jake Sr. was also very proud of his third child and son Jason. He supported his youngest child when he made the decision to join the United States Air Force, and was there for his retirement 25 years later to honor his Master Sergeant son. Jake Sr. also took much pride in taking credit for Jasons talents as he would sit on the Santa Fe Plaza during Summer Spanish Market in Jasons booth and tell anyone who would listen that he taught his son everything he knew Grandpa Jake shared his pride with all his grandchildren and often bragged of their accomplishments and good looks. He most recently walked his granddaughter Angela down the aisle in her marriage to Patrick on October 1st, 2011. Grandpa Jake never missed a birthday party, and celebrated with his grandson Julian Conner and the rest of his family on October 16, 2011 for Julians 7th birthday. Mr. Mossman was also a much respected member of the Taos community and was honored in an October, 2004 Taos News article by Kathy Cordova titled Already accomplishing a lot, Jake Sr.s energy and optimism know no end. Jake Sr. was also honored as one of Taos Unsung Heroes in the community during October, 2008. There is so much more to say about Dad, Grandpa and Mr. Mossman and if you knew him, your life is probably better for it. God Bless you Dad.

Jake Sr. is survived by his wife of 54 years, Elvira Linda Mossman, Jake Mossman Jr. (Becky his wife), Carla Mossman, and son Jason R. Mossman.
Mr. Mossman is Grandfather to Nicholas Mossman (Jamie his wife), Angela Romero-Martinez-(Gonzales)(Patrick her Husband), Joshua Conner-(Captain, United States Air Force), Kayla Conner, Kyle Mossman, Isaac Gonzales, Alicia Gonzales, The Twins- Isaiah and Madelyn Mossman and Great Grandfather to Julian Conner-Martinez, Camille Mossman, Cameron and Collin Gilmour.

Rosary was recited on October 24, 2011. Funeral mass was held on October 25, 2011. Both were held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment followed at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Jake Mossman Sr. scholarship Fund, care of Taos Community Foundation, P.O. Box 1925, Taos, NM 87571 or by clicking on their webstie www.taoscf.org

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Name Jake Mossman
Date of Death October 20th, 2011
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Address 818 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur
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Mel & Lita Apodaca published a tribute .

To the Mossman Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time.Brother Mossman was truly a wonderful person and a true Knight of Columbus. He will be missed amongst our ranks.May his Soul rest in peace.
Mel Apodaca
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N.M.Knights of Columbus

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Camille Mossman published a comment .

Thanks, I'm his great granddaughter
He was a great man

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Dolores Salazar published a tribute .

It was a shock to find out Mr. Mossman passed away. I loved this man!!! He was a great teacher-I truly enjoyed his class. 25 years later he still knew me by name when I ran into him and most recently, told my daughter stories about the kind of student I was. Meeting people like Mr. Mossman are once in a life time experiences and I'm the better person for it. You will be missed!

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Natividad Mascarenas published a tribute .

You will be greatly missed as I will never forget that no matter where I saw you, "You always greeted me with a warm hello and smile!" Thank you!!! May your soar with the Angels above for in my eyes you were an "Angel" here on Earth!

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Chuck Martinez published a tribute .

My condolences to the Mossman family for their and Taos' loss.

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Frank Medina published a tribute .

To the Mossman Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Mossman's passing. He was an outstanding teacher who had a positive impact on so many students, myself included. Jake Jr., my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know what an important figure your Dad was in your life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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Clarence Fernandez & Family published a tribute .

Elvira and Family...We would like to extend our prayers and condolences during this difficult time. May God Bless you always.

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Sarah Medina Martinez published a tribute .

Mrs. Mossman and family,
I was sad to hear about Mr. Mossman's death. It was such a shock. My deepest sympathy. He will be missed greatly and especially cuz he was such a great man and always acknowledged me and my family. He always took time with me any where he saw me and was always joking. Especially after church. He will be greatly missed by me. My prayers are with you. Lots of Love Sarah

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Diana Valencia published a tribute .

My sincere heartfelt sympathy to The Mossman Family. God Bless you all.

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Tammy A. Martinez published a tribute .

I'm very sorry for your loss of Mr. Mossman. He was such a wonderful person. I had the privelage of working with him at Taos Pharmacy and it was nice to see him greet the patients who came in. I know he made their day better.

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Patricia Mares published a tribute .

My sincere sympaty goes out to the family. Mr Mossman was the greatest teacher I had he always had faith in me. My kids loved to hear story he told them of when I was in school. Thank you Mr Mossman you will be miss by alot of people.

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Erlinda S. Gonzales published a tribute .

My deepest sympathy to you Elvira, Jake Jr, Carla and Jason, and to the Mossman grandchildren/great- grandchildren. I feel your loss. Mr. Mossman was always so caring and kind. I will miss his smile and sign of peace at church. God Bless You all and may God bring you peace at this difficult time.

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Fidel And Linda Trujillo published a tribute .

Linda and beloved dear ones of Brother Jake, we pray to our Dear Lord to take his soul and present it to God Most High.may he rest in peace! Jake has been a dear friend and Brother Knights who has the admiration for all the things he did for the Knights of Columbus coucil 7314. I'm sure that he will be missed not only by his Family but by all that knew Jake.

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Len And Anna Rivera published a tribute .

The Mossman Family,
Mr. Mossman will surely be missed. He was a teacher of mine and later on, a Dear friend. He always made me laugh and helped me understand Math with humor. Taos has lost a Treasure, but he will not be forgotten. My prayers are with the whole family. Mr. Mossman is looking down at all of us and knows he has touched so many of our lives.

God Bless you Mr. Mossman.

May God Bless the Family and help them through this hard time.

Len and Anna Rivera

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Frances Trujillo published a tribute .

To the Mossman Family, Mr. Mossman was such a special person and a good friend. I am sad to hear of his passing and I will miss his smiling face at Taos Pharmacy. May God Bless his family during this difficult tim. Mr. Mossman will truly be missed. He was a great inspiration to me and I will always remember him. Rest in Peace Mr. Mossman

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Beverly & George Chacon published a tribute .

George and I are so sorry to hear of Mr. Mossman's passing. We will miss his jokes and beautiful smile. May he RIP.

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Marian Fernandez Chambellan published a tribute .

My Thoughts & Prayers are with you during this sad & difficult time.
Mr. Mossman was such a positive influence to so many of us during those awkward Jr. High years.
He will always have a special place in my heart

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Thomas L. Santistevan published a tribute .

My sincere condolences to the dear family and friends from me and also from my Mother Eva Cortes. To my dear friend Jake, I am so sorry my brother for your loss, I remember how dear your Dad was to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and your family.

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Elaine Spray published a tribute .

I will miss the great smile and big hug that Grandpa Jake gave me everytime I saw him. He was a wonderful teacher to all of us, even if we were never in his classroom. Love and peace to all of the Mossman family.

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Pamela published a tribute .

I have very fond memories of Uncle Jake....I remember spending time at the drive-in when I was a kid and the last time I was in Toas to visit with him and Aunt Vera. My thoughts and prayes go out to Aunt Vera, Jake, Carla and Jason.

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Donna White Baca published a tribute .

My deepest condolences to the Mossman family. My prayer are with you. Time will heal but remember the he is with the Good Lord now!

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Yvonne Salazar published a tribute .

Mossman Family
So sorry to hear for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. He was a truly awesome person.
Yvonne Salazar and Grace Graham

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