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Taura L. Mangone

August 07, 1975 -- January 12, 2026
Taura Mangone, lovingly known as “Tasha Baby” and “Sugar Auntie,” age 50, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was a devoted resident of Albuquerque, where she made a lasting impact on everyone who had the joy of knowing her.
 
Taura was born on August 7, 1975, in Denver, CO to her beloved parents, Mother- Eloise Williams and Father-Lynn Townsend Hill, who preceded her in death.
 
A gifted educator, Taura dedicated her heart and talent to NorthStar Elementary School in Northeast Albuquerque, where she taught for __ years. She was known not only for her skill in the classroom, but for the joy, creativity, and warmth she brought into her work each day. She was a true asset to her school and to the community she served so passionately.
 
Taura carried a vibrant personality that everyone gravitated toward. She was outspoken, sassy, witty, and full of life. Her incredible sense of humor, intelligence, and openness made her easy to talk to and deeply cherished by her friends, family, and students. She was an amazing storyteller, a natural nurturer, and a loving, supportive presence to those around her.
 
Those who knew Taura will forever hear her signature phrase — “Girl, listen…” — a saying she used to grab your attention, offer wisdom, deliver a joke, or share one of her unforgettable stories. It was her way of showing love, guidance, and humor all at once.
Outside of her work, Taura found joy in concerts, music, and gardening—places where her lively spirit and creativity thrived. Above all else, she was immensely proud to be a mother and treasured every moment with her daughter.
 
Taura is survived by her beloved daughter, Devyn Mangone, and leaves behind countless friends, her "Mexican family", colleagues, students, and community members who will forever hold her memory close.
 
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Becca and Chris Barreda March 01, 2026

Taura and I were in Bible Study together for many years. We shared a lot together. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She tutored my twin grandsons; she helped them a lot. She like to come over and have a meal and turtle hunt our outside box turtles. My husband was a soccer coach, and she wanted to understand more about soccer so she could enjoy the "World Cup". He also being a Native of NY gave her ideas when she toured NY all on her own. She was a bright, intelligent, independent Christian Woman. We will miss her. Taura rest in peace in the arms of our Dear Lord. Love Becca and Chris

Becca February 28, 2026

Taura was a wonderful friend of mine. We studied Bible together with our friends Diane and Carla. She was just a beautiful person inside and out. She tutored my Grandsons Noah and David. They loved her and she made a big difference in their education. I have lots of fun memories of her coming over to the house with Devin. We played with our box turtles. We watched the Word Cup together, she wanted to learn more about Soccer, my husband Joe was a soccer coach. We helped her with her itinerary when she went to NY by herself, my husband grew up in NY. She was smart and independent and had faith in the Lord in everything she did. Im really going to miss you Taura. Rest in Peace. ❤️ Becca

Mr. Meyer February 21, 2026

I had the honor of working with the lovely Ms. Mangone at Hawthorne what feels like a hundred years ago. Over time we became dear friends, laughing about everything from those ridiculous purple gloves to countless inside jokes and stories that still make me smile. I always treasured her wisdom and her honesty. She was not only an outstanding educator, but an even more devoted mother. She spoke of her beautiful daughter with such pride and love that you could see how deeply her heart was rooted in her family. Rest in peace, my dear friend. I hold our memories close and trust that one day we will see each other again.

Noah Barreda February 09, 2026

Taura was my tutor when i was in 6th to 7th grade she helped me with early level math and didn’t make me feel weird or not normal for being behind especially since that was one of the main reason me and my brother where bullied and Taura made me feel normal. I will always be grateful for the the time she took to teach me and my brother and it made me a better student till this day. Rip Taura much love Noah Barreda

David Barreda February 09, 2026

Thank for being a such a pivotal role model in my life , with much love and respect to the Mangone family, David Barreda

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