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Robert E."Bud", a lifetime resident of Gallup, departed us on January 22, 2000. Bud was born to Rico and Ethel Menapace, founders of Rico Motor Company in Gallup, on August 16, 1925. He was the past president of Rico Motor Company and was preceded in death by his father, Rico; mother, Ethel; and brother, Francis. He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate of 56 years, Gerry, of Gallup; daughter, Bobbi Adams of Albuquerque; son, Robert Jr. of Elephant Butte; three granddaughters, Lisa and husband, Jeremy Rich of Springfield, VA, Kristen and Carrie Manapace of Albuquerque; brothers, Alan and Howard; and sister, Lorene Pomponi, all of Gallup; as well as many nieces and nephews. Bud served his country in WWII in the U.S. Navy, was a Past Exalted Ruler of Gallup Elk's Lodge #1440, was president of the Wildlife for Wingate Coalition, and the McKinley County Wildlife Association. He was also a member of the National Rifle Association and Ducks Unlimited. Bud was an avid hunter and fisherman and he loved the outdoors. Honorary pallbearers are Grem Lee, Andy Carrejo, Billy Carrejo, Richard Weigl, Charlie Adams, Gene Taylor and Gene Lewis. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Research Center, c/o The American Cancer Society, 5810 Lomas NE, Albuquerque. Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, January 25, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church at 2112 College Dr. in Gallup, with the Rev. Jay McCullom, officiating. Reception immediately following. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE are in charge of arrangements.
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