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Obituary for Daby


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday November 10, 2002

Robert Lee December 22, 1921-November 1, 2002 Aviation Ordinance Chief in the Navy, Survivor of the U.S.S. Lexington, 32nd Degree Mason, Member of the Shrine Band (bass drum), and lived life to the fullest as evidenced by his membership in various motorcycle clubs. He bought his first motorcycle in 1979, a red Honda 750. He later proceeded to purchase a Honda Gold Wing. From there, he joined the New Mexico Retreads, Gold Wing Aspencade, and the Gold Wing Road Riders-Chapter F motorcycle clubs. He enjoyed traveling on his Honda Gold Wing with wife, Crucita throughout the United States for Lexington Reunions. He could also be seen around the neighborhood with granddaughter, Sabrina, in back, going on errands, drives to the Sandia mountains and Cedar Crest for the scenery, as well as attending the club breakfasts held at HomeTown Buffet on Eubank. His age of 80 years did not stop him from enjoying the best things in life and adventure. After a long, full life he passed away of a heart attack and complications at Presbyterian Anna Kaseman Hospital with granddaughter and caregiver, Sabrina Busico, daughters, Juanita Busico and Laura Daby-Anderson at his bedside. We, the family were truly blessed with the time we had with him. He will not be forgotten. All who knew him are welcome to share in his memory. A Masonic Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday November 13, 2002 at 2:00 PM at:Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 (505)842-8800Anyone who wishes to make a donation to the Shrine Center in memory of Bob Daby can do so to the following address:Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple 6600 Zuni Rd SE Albuquerque, NM 87108 (505)265-0800A Military Honors Ceremony, provided by the Navy, Air Force, and Shrine Band will be held on Thursday November 14, 2002 at 1:00 PM at the National Cemetary in Santa Fe where he will put to final rest with his wife.