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Obituary for Hueter


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Thursday January 28, 1999

John M. (Jack) Hueter, born June 1, 1924 in San Francisco, CA, died on January 25, 1999 with his loving family around him. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, the love of his life, Patricia Hannett Hueter; their three devoted daughters, Ann B. Hueter, Laura Hueter Bass and Jane Hueter-Moody; and his son-in-law, Stephen D. Bass. He is also survived by his adoring grandchildren, Meredith and Melissa Myers, Justine Bass, and Sarah and Andrew Moody; brothers, Ernest B. Hueter of Washington, DC and Robert C. Hueter of Napa Valley, CA; sisters-in-law, Mary Hannett Voller and Betty Hannett; nephews, nieces, and many dear friends, all of whom he loved. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest C. Hueter; and his parents-in-law, Dr. and Mrs. James W. Hannett; his brother-in-law, A.T. Hannett; his sister-in-law, Jane Hannett Rice; and his son-in-law, Stephen L. Moody. Jack graduated from New Mexico Military Institute and the University of New Mexico with a degree in Civil Engineering. He served in the submarine service of the Navy during World War II. He was an adjunct professor at UNM in the College of Engineering and was a longtime employee of Sandia National Laboratories. He was also a dedicated community leader, having served as Chairman of the Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Board, President of the Goodwill Industries of New Mexico, President of the Kiwanis Club of Albuquerque and Lt. Governor of Southwest District of Kiwanis, Board member of the UNM Alumni Association, a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity, and an active volunteer for UNM, United Way and the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra. But more importantly, he was a profoundly beloved man because of the richness of his spirit, the tenderness of his heart, and the love he gave to so many. Memorial services will be held Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at the Cathedral Church of St. John, 4th St. at Silver SW, with the Rev. Edmund Ross officiating and the Rev. Canon Albert W. Tarbell assisting. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Kiwanis Scholarship Fund, c/o Albuquerque Community Foundation, P.O. Box 36960, 87176 or to a memorial of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.


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