We remember those who have left us.

They will never be forgotten.

There are those people who have shared themselves in a deep and meaningful way, who have given of themselves in such a capacity that they have left an indelible mark on the fabric of our lives. Those people are who we remember here today.

DOUGLAS ROBBINS

NMGRA Treasurer

Taken from us at the young age of 38. He will always be remembered by his friends in the NMGRA and Sidewinders.

PATRICK MURPHY (aka PATRICIA)

By all accounts, "Patricia" was the queen of Albuquerque and New Mexico’s drag scene. She will be remembered by all.

Patrick was taken from us on January 8, 2008 at the young age of 39 at the hands of another.

Patricia was crowned as Ms. NMGRA 2008 and her name will carry that title for the entire year.

He could have been found most any day at Sidewinders Bar, where he filled the role of Entertainment Director with Paddy Mae. He had flair and created all of his gowns, as well as many others here in Albuquerque. He was very capable and creative at design and sewing.

Patrick was a very caring person, he provided comfort to those in need, often without much thought of himself. He was feisty and, yes, on occasion a “Diva” with demands.

Patrick became involved with the rodeo with aspirations of becoming Ms. IGRA. His talents were of professional quality and he practiced his art with diligence.

Patrick will be missed by all of us, but his memory will remain in our hearts.

Mike Spencer & Dan Johnson, all of us at Sidewinders & NMGRA