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Obituary for FORKNER


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday September 01, 2004

Col. Bob L. Forkner, USAF, Ret., 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Tuesday, August 31, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Jane Forkner; sons, William L. Forkner and wife, Priscilla of Houston, TX and Charles L. Forkner of Albuquerque; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Col. Forkner was born in Hartford City, IN. He attended and graduated from Purdue University. He served in the United States Air Force until his retirement. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremated remains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association - NM Affiliate, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500


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