Nancy Elizabeth Klukas

Nancy Klukas, age 71, was born on October 15, 1954, and passed away with dignity on August 9, 2026. She was the cherished wife of Mark Klukas for 37 years, beloved mother of Erica (David) Rhodes, and doting grandmother to Sophie and Joshua. Nancy was the heart line of her siblings, Philip (Shannon) Hacker, Susan (Joe) Dylo, and Carol (Rick) Aramian. She was preceded in death by her parents, Philip and Hazel Hacker and brother, David.

She was born in Augusta, Georgia but raised in Teaneck, New Jersey, she retained many aspects of her upbringing when the family relocated to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1972. She quickly acquired a large cadre of friends, a love of golf and the Lobos. From Mark came her passion for The Ohio State University Buckeyes while still being loyal to her Forty-Niners. Nancy loved cooking and baking for events, family, friends and even strangers. Although no one was a stranger to Nancy.

Nancy had a long, rewarding and successful career helping others through her various leadership positions in healthcare, medical administration and advocacy for patients' rights.

A Celebration of Life is being planned for family and friends in the future. in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico, http://www.rrfb.org/

Many thanks to all who have reached out with their love and support.