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Robert F. Cullom, 75, passed away Monday, February 7, 2000, after a courageous fight with cancer. He was born in Indianapolis, IN on August 6, 1924 and was a resident of Albuquerque since 1971. He is survived by his wife, Gayle; his daughter, Penny Fogleman and husband, Ed Fogleman; sons, Jeff Cullom and Scott Cullom and wife, Amy; grandsons, Robert, David, Zach, Seth and Wesley; step-son, Bruce Tweeten and wife, Jody; and step-daughter, Jan Tweeten and fiance, Kevin Pennyweight. He was preceded in death by Shirley, his wife of 39 years. He attended Purdue University before joining the U.S. Air Force in 1944. Bob flew B-24's, B-25's, KC 97's and DC'3's. He served in the Korean War and Vietnam Conflict, receiving numerous citations, including The Bronze Star for meritorious service in 1966. After leaving the Air Force in 1976 as a Lt. Colonel, he continued his education obtaining his business degree from the University of Albuquerque in May 1977, graduating"Cum Laude." Bob enjoyed traveling, golf, and most of all, being with his family. His many friends and family will miss him more than words can say. Services will be held Friday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jeff Cullom, Scott Cullom, Ed Fogleman, George Mombell, David Anderson and Gale Larsen. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE 87110. The family wishes to thank their many friends whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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