ALBUQUERQUE – Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Ryan Cangiolosi made this statement following the death of Jennifer Riordan, who was killed today in a plane accident:

"Jennifer Riordan loved Albuquerque and worked tirelessly to help others. Her leadership in numerous charitable causes made a real impact on our state and earned her the respect and admiration of New Mexicans across the political spectrum. Jennifer was a friend and today's news is deeply saddening. Her husband Michael and her family are in my thoughts and prayers as we mourn her passing."