Nydia Quintero de Balcázar
Nydia Quintero de Balcázar, who served as the first lady of Colombia from 1978 to 1982, passed away at the age of 93. She was celebrated for her humanitarian efforts, particularly in education for children, support for the elderly, and aid to impoverished communities through her foundation, Solidaridad por Colombia. The widow of former president Julio César Turbay Ayala, Nydia was also the mother of journalist Diana Turbay, who tragically lost her life during a kidnapping. Her death coincides with her grandson Miguel Uribe Turbay's hospitalization following a violent attack.
Born on Oct 31, 1931 (93 years old)
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Colombia:
Nydia Quintero was the grandmother of Miguel Uribe and a former president of the Fundación Solidaridad por Colombia.
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Colombia:
Nydia Quintero de Balcázar, former president of the Fundación Solidaridad por Colombia, has passed away.
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Colombia:
Nydia Quintero de Balcázar was a light who worked to improve the living conditions of the most needy in Colombia.
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Ecuador:
Nydia Quintero was the first lady of Colombia from 1978 to 1982 and was recognized for her commitment to vulnerable sectors.
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