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Obituary for Gurulé


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Saturday November 02, 2002

Reuben (Lee) Gurulé, passed unto Jesus peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2002. Lee was born in Albuquerque on July 27, 1941. He was a popular and well-respected Executive Chef in Albuquerque and Massachusetts. Most recently as a Chef and Skilled Trainer with the Cracker Barrel Restaurant. Lee leaves to mourn his passing, his beloved and devoted wife, Linda L. Gurulé, his two sons, Craig Lee Gurulé and fiancée, Micheline Demers, and Christopher Lee Gurulé. Lee is also survived by his two sisters-in-law and spouses, Frances and James Fachko of W. Seneca, NY and Patricia and Douglas Dash of Salem, MA. His sister and spouse, Stella and Victor Bernson of Manchester, MA. Also, many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Lee was pre-deceased by his loving parents, Federico and Attilana (Brito) Gurulé; his loving parents-in-law, Francis and Eva Kilderry; and two special nephews, William Bernson and Douglas Dale Dash. Lee was a gracious and gentle man who touched the hearts of all who knew and met him. His trademark perpetual smile will always be with us. He was a devoted son, husband, father, brother and friend. He loved everyone and was loved by all. Lee was a communicant of Church of the Risen Savior. He was involved in Little League Baseball for many years serving as Coach and President of the American League at Mile High. The family wishes to thank Doctors Barbara McAneny, Daniel Shibuya, Steven Bush, Barry Ramo and Kathleen Blake for their relentless care. Also, the staff at Presbyterian Hospital, Kaseman Presbyterian Cancer Center, NM Heart Institute and the Oncology Nurses at NM Cancer Center. A GOLDEN HEART STOPPED BEATING, HARD WORKING HANDS TO REST, GOD BROKE OUR HEARTS TO PROVE TO US, HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Lee's life will be held Monday, November 4, 2002, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.


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