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Abram Huber Kreider peacefully joined the Lord in Heaven on Thursday, September 13, 2007. He was born to the late Arthur D. Kreider and Elma L. Huber Kreider on January 18, 1929 in East Petersburg, PA. From an early age, Abe had an interest in all things involving the military. In mid 1946, he enlisted in the Navy. After two years of Naval service, Abe then enlisted in the Army. His career spanned 21 years with his retiring rank as Chief Warrant Officer III. Abe's service record includes participation in the end of WWII, The Korean War and Vietnam. Everyone who knows him has a full understanding of his patriotism and dedication to our country. Abe instilled in his family and others around him a deep sense of loyalty toward the United States of America. In 1968, Abe and his wife and family moved to Albuquerque. After a few years working for other people, Abe purchased his own business. He owned and operated K & S Service Center from 1971 to 2005. Through his business, Abe created many lifetime friends and customers. He especially enjoyed bartering with many Native Americans from the various pueblos around New Mexico. Abe utilized his company as a ways to a means for his giving nature. He enjoyed helping good people when they were stuck in tough situations. Stories abound about the many people he extended credit to, lent money to, or in general reached out to in a way to help them get on their feet. Abe is survived by Shirley Kreider, his loving wife of 52 years; and their six children, Abram Jr, Kenneth II, Amy, Kurt, Timothy and Thomas; his four grandchildren, Heather Hull, Krystle, Kenneth III and Natasha Kreider; and his great grandson, Jacob Hull; two sisters, Verna Randel and Elma Upchurch Buck; and brother, Arthur Kreider. He is also survived by Carol Kreider, Marcie and Ashley Betzen and Robert Avila. He was preceded in glory by his sister, Dorothea and brothers, Chester and Kenneth. Abe was a father figure to many people close to our family and he cherished these relationships with each and every one of you. He enjoyed traveling and visiting friends and relatives throughout the United States. With his family, he enjoyed camping and picnics in the mountains and the entire outdoors. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, September 18, 2007, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 19, 2007, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with committal services to take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. sharp. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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